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    Mr BBQ Jr

    4.6 (206 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Pork Belly
    Grace K.

    We've been here two times so far and so far, this is our favorite Korean Bbq Place in Tustin and Irvine! Quality of the meat is so amazing and the price is also very reasonable! Service all throughout was great! our host was amazing and kind and all the other servers and staff were very friendly! Ron is so kind and attentive! He really made our dinner enjoyable! Meat selection is smaller than most all you can eat restaurants but for good reason. The quality of the meat is very good! Highly recommend! Thank you!

    corn cheese, egg, bulgogi fries
    Matthew J.

    Came here on a saturday and waited an hour, but it was nice to see what all the hype was about. The servers were very welcomkng and checked up frequently, and everything came out super fast. I would say the sides and normal meats were mediocre and nothing to write home about- dry ish brisket and the egg was deflated and a bit sad. The cheesy ramen was also lukewarm, so the cheese stayed unmelted. The marinated meats were great though, super flavorful and tender. And what the sides lacked in finesse was made up for in variety, there's a lot of different dishes and portions were nicely sized with half order options so that you can try everything. Overall though this isn't meant to be the pinnacle of kbbq- the price point is 31.99 for dinner and the place is casual and homely. I'd definitely recommend this for people looking for a quick and not trashy kbbq hit.

    Ice cream for dessert!
    Amy T.

    The good! - meat quality was good enough, so many sides to choose from, ice cream at the end is a plus too! The bad - not a lot of selections of beef, the banchan were all atrocious, the steamed egg was way overcooked and dry, you can only order 4 items at a time (this could be an issue w a larger group) Overall, for the price point I'd say it's worth a try but probably won't be back.

    Keycee D.

    Came here last Friday for lunch with my two boys and tried their $23.99 lunch special (Monday-Friday). We got here before noon, shortly after they opened at 11:30, but unfortunately missed the chance to join the waitlist outside by a hair! A rush of people came in around the same time, and our estimated 5-minute wait quickly turned into almost an hour. So definitely make sure you join the waitlist as soon as you arrive! The guy at the front, I believe his name was Stu, was really nice and seemed to genuinely enjoy his job. He was professional, accommodating, and kept checking on us throughout the wait ( and when we were seated! ) I also had my stroller with me for my 4-month-old, and he made sure we got a table that worked perfectly for us. No wonder this place is called Mr. BBQ Jr. It's definitely much smaller than the Fullerton location, and the menu is more limited as well, including the dinner menu. Once we were seated, service was great. You order the appetizers and meats through the iPad at the table, while drinks are ordered through your waiter. Our waiter was also friendly, professional, and attentive. The banchan was great, as always! The meat selection for lunch was okay, but if you're like me and mainly just want beef belly, you'll probably be happy. I ordered rice as well, but unfortunately it tasted a little undercooked for our taste. Overall, I'd definitely come back to this location with a friend. However, my husband and guy friends probably wouldn't be as impressed since the meat selection is more limited compared to the Fullerton location. Still, a solid lunch ! And they don't charge kids under 4 which was great for my 3 year old

    Kiosk to order your meats, K-street eats, soups & noodz
    Sandy N.

    One of my FAV AYCE Korean BBQ places of all time!!! I was super stoked when I heard they opened a "junior" location at The District at Tustin Legacy (near my house), cuz that meant I no longer have to drive all the way to their OG location in Fullerton. Yay! Conveniently located right next to the AMC theater, Mr. BBQ Jr. took over the spacious location of a previous AYCE KBBQ joint. With their signature bright decor, the space feels lively and fun. The hubs, my daughter, and I decided to stop by and try the new location on a Friday afternoon. We opt'd for an early dinner (around 5ish) to avoid the long wait & crowds. I love that you can join the live waitlist through the Yelp app, which saves so much time. Once we got there, we were seated pretty quickly. Service was super efficient ~ kudos to the team! The AYCE dinner was $31.99 a person, which I though was a great deal considering the quality of the meats and the variety of K-street eats, soups & noodz options. Everything we tried was BOMB ~ from the corn cheese, mandoo (dumplings), and shrimp tempura, to the spicy tofu soup, fluffy steamed egg, & spicy Buldak ramen. Even all the banchan side dishes, which are made fresh daily, were YUMS! A total RxFoodie recommend, and my fam will definitely be back soon whenever we need to satisfy our KBBQ cravings!

    Shrimp tempura
    Chien S.

    Limited menu, but still good selection for lunch. Very well priced for AYCE at $23.99. Hostess was very friendly. Apologized for us waiting, even though we had only been waiting for less than 3 minutes. Food is ordered via a tablet mounted at the table. Banchans are delivered to the table and refilled upon request. Even though drinks are on the tablet, you order your drinks with the staff. Although the selection of meats was very limited, still had plenty to choose from. And the food was good. We arrived about 11:45am, 15 minutes after it opened. So it wasn't super packed. But there were already 5 or 6 tables occupied. Noise level was very minimal. And there wasn't loud club music like the original Mr BBQ in Fullerton. We could for the most part talking without yelling at each other. Solid 8.5/10 overall.

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    Angie K.

    Great Lunch Visit To Mr BBQ Jr!! AYCE Korean BBQ Restaurant, Located At The District, Tustin!! Friendly Welcoming Staff, Modern Lively Space, Fun Wall Art & Relaxing Ambiance!! Menu Includes Street Eats, Assortments Meats, Soups & Noodles!! Ordered & Shared The Bulgogi, Pork Belly, Prime Beef, Kimchi Jeegae, Steamed Egg & Banchan Side Dishes!! Good Delicious Lunch!! Great Service!! Server Was Helpful & Attentive!! Reasonable Pricing For Lunch & Dinner!! Will Return For Future Visits!! Great Hospitality!! ThankU

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    Hazel P.

    Stu is awesome!!! All the servers were very helpful and our food came super fast! UPbeat atmosphere which kept things Lively! Best AYCE lunch with many options

    Tiny water cups
    Fred C.

    I'll admit I went into Mr. BBQ Jr. with some preconceived negative biases. I hate going to The District, and because this is the "Jr." version of Mr. BBQ, I assumed the selection would be limited. I was wrong. The meat quality was very good and everything we tried was flavorful. I also realized that as much as I think I want a massive KBBQ menu, I end up going back to the same few things anyway. They had more than enough variety for me, including squid, which I really liked. They don't have the traditional bone-in galbi ribs, but they do have beef in a similar galbi marinade and it was every bit as satisfying. They have intestines, which I am not a fan of, but I wish they had tripe. Hardly anyone has that anymore and they could be different by incorporating it Service was excellent. Everyone was genuinely friendly and they were constantly coming by to refill banchan, sauces, drinks, and anything else we needed. You order from a tablet right at the table, which I really liked because you aren't sitting around trying to flag someone down when you want another round. Food came out fast and the whole process worked really well. The cooked non-meat sides were just okay, but honestly, that's not why I'm going to Korean BBQ. I did like the banchan and the sauces. My only real complaints are about the atmosphere. The music was louder than I would prefer and at times the playlist felt more like something you'd hear at a strip club than while eating Korean BBQ. And this isn't unique to Mr. BBQ Jr., but what is the deal with the tiny water cups at Korean restaurants? Give me a normal-sized glass of water so I don't need a refill every 2 minutes. Yes they give you a pitcher, but the cups are tiny and would work well in doll house displays. Those are minor complaints. The things that matter most to me at KBBQ are meat quality, flavor, service, and how quickly I can get more food, and Mr. BBQ Jr. delivered on all of them. I went in expecting to be disappointed and left impressed. Five stars and I'll definitely be back.

    Order on the tablet
    Brian K.

    We went to Mr BBQ Jr without any expectations and honestly didn't know what we were getting into. It turned out to be a really pleasant surprise, with excellent meat, amazing service, and a bit of a unique menu that made the meal more interesting than your typical KBBQ experience. I don't usually order marinated meats, but we had to try the namesake Mr. BBQ, which reminded me of kalbi. It was really good having a great balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors without being overly sauced. The biggest surprise was the large intestine. Not many places offer it, and even fewer do it well, but this was excellent. We also tried the tacos and bao buns, where I preferred the bulgogi over the pork. They were nice to try, but I won't bother with them next time so I can save the stomach space. The Korean fried chicken was fine, while the kimchi fried rice was probably the weakest part of the meal and didn't leave much of an impression. Service was easily one of the highlights. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure we were having a good experience. The manager in particular checked in on us several times throughout the meal and was incredibly friendly. It's the kind of service that makes you feel welcomed rather than simply taken care of, and it really elevated the experience. Overall, Mr BBQ Jr was a great find. We went in not knowing what to expect and left thoroughly impressed. The large intestine alone is enough to bring me back, but with so much more on the menu to try, I'm already looking forward to the next visit.

    Tiffany N.

    We decided to have dinner here on Friday. The service was excellent, very attentive, and prompt. The restaurant is clean, bright, and spacious, and the quality of the meat is good. However, I felt that the variety of side dishes was somewhat lacking compared to what I typically find at all-you-can-eat barbecue restaurants. I do enjoy the location, as it is convenient to visit nearby shops for boba after dinner.

    Few items in the first round.
    Thuy H.

    We want to try this place since it is newly establishment. It is located in Tustin district next to the movie theater. I love the graphic on the wall, it has a a modern artsy vibe. In term of service, our server Jacob was great. Checking in on us and very friendly. You order through an iPad at the table. It is easier, but they do have a 5 min interval between order. Since we opt for the lunch menu, there is not much selection of beef. However, their beef belly and brisket are perfectly cut and cook well. Tender and not chewy. We didn't like the bulgogi, however. The texture is like ground beef texture not like slice if you know what I mean. Love their salad and I like how they have more Banchan and soup selection. For $24, all you can eat for lunch, it is not a bad deal. They also give out melona ice-cream after the meal. We would definitely comeback.

    James L.

    Honestly, Mr BBQ Jr in Tustin was a bit of a letdown. I'd give it 3 stars at best. The biggest issue is the meat quality just isn't really there. For a BBQ spot, the cuts were pretty underwhelming, and the portions felt pretty small for what you're paying. On top of that, the whole vibe felt super Americanized. It didn't really have that authentic, smoky, loud energy you want from a real KBBQ joint--it felt more like a polished American dining room that happens to have grills on the tables. If you just need a quick, convenient spot at The District with easy parking, it's fine, but if you're looking for legit meat quality and a real KBBQ feel, you're better off heading somewhere else.

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    4 months ago

    Great food and ambiance. Had an amazing server, Peter, as well. Had exceptional service and offered great hospitality!

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    5 months ago

    such an upgrade to the old spot that used to be here. Great spot for all - young, old, kids. and they have soju here

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    Ask the Community - Mr BBQ Jr

    What time does lunch menu end?

    Is this location affiliated with the Mr BBQ in Fullerton?

    No problem

    What are the kids pricing?

    Under $20

    Can you do solo AYCE?

    Hi James, you are more than welcome to come solo anytime.

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