[[HIGHLIGHT]]We usually take friends here for KBBQ because they have seating for large groups and the wait is never too long[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] compared to Manna BBQ which is next door. We always put our name on the wishlist for both and 100% of the time we get seated at Olleh first. I don't know why more people don't go to Olleh because for the price the meat quality is good and they have a good variety of options. We usually just do the premium menu which is cheaper because it has everything that we like...kalbi ribs, beef belly, brisket, bulgogi, pork belly, garlic shrimp and spicy squid. What's nice is that unlike other places, the shrimp is peeled and the tail is just left on so it makes it easy to eat. There's also a wide variety of sides to choose from like steamed egg, tofu stew, jap chae, kimchi fried rice, mushrooms, rice paper, radish, tteokbokki, dumplings, cheese corn, etc. For dessert, they also have sesame balls to finish off your meal! The staff are attentive and are diligent at checking in to see if you want to order more food or need a grill change. The only downside is that the ventilation in the restaurant isn't that great so you do come out smelling like food lol. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I always have to shower afterwards to remove the grease and smell from my hair but it's totally worth it![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I always come out of here stuffed and satisfied. read more

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TLDR; my favorite KBBQ place to go solo dining!! Its been a few years since I came to Olleh Kbbq. I had to move for college but now that I am back home I wanted some kbbq to get some protein in. I am so happy the service and quality is still the same 10/10!! I always feel welcomed here as a solo diner, some restaurants don't ever give much attention or they don't allow solo diners in general!! Servers are always very attentive when I come visit. Ive been meaning to make this review for a while on how much I always enjoy my time here. The meats are delicious as well, flavor and quality are always there. The service is also amazing. All the guys that served me on June 19, 2026 around 3:30pm-4:30pm were so kind!! It felt really refreshing to come back and eat here again!! Can't wait to come back here again! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is similar to most kbbq joints though I am glad the music is super loud like other places have it sometimes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Its perfect if you want to put an earphone in and watching or listen to smth on your phone while you eat ^^ PS. PLEASE NEVER GET RID OF THE RED BEAN SESAME BALLS I miss the churros you used to have too!! read more

I usually only come to Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ during bigger holidays or special occasions because honestly the food here is pretty pricey But at the same time, you really get what you pay for. The meat quality is fresh, so no question about that. If you go a little before dinner rush on weekends, the wait usually isn't too bad. The staff can be hit or miss depending on the day, but overall still pretty good. I've been here around 3-4 times already and noticed the service has improved compared to last year -- refills come out faster, more accurate, and more consistent now. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot for dates, family dinners, or hanging out with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking is huge too... but somehow fills up super fast. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

We love this Korean BQQ because it has so many varieties of food and great service as always. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just be careful when walking inside the restaurant and restroom though.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We came to Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ around 7 PM on a Sunday evening to celebrate my husband's birthday, and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. Surprisingly for a weekend night, we added our name to the list and were seated in less than 10 minutes. That was already a great start and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere was super chill with good vibe with music playing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter was incredibly kind and took the time to walk us through the menu since it was our first visit here, even though we've dined at several other Korean BBQ spots before. There are two menu options to choose from. The Prime special included a few items that aren't typically my preference, so we went with the Premium option--and honestly, it was more than enough for the four of us. Like most Korean BBQ establishments, there are guidelines for how many meats and sides you can order at a time, but everything felt very reasonable and well thought out. The portions were perfect for our group, and the service was quick and attentive throughout the entire meal. One of the best parts about Korean BBQ is being able to cook your own food right at the table. It's such a fun experience, and it also means everyone can cook their meats exactly how they like them (no more beef still mooing on the plate!). Being able to control the cook on each item really made the meal enjoyable for everyone. The sides were fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor. I also tried the kimchi fried rice for the first time ever and wow--it was amazing, especially with the egg mixed in. The cheese corn was delicious, and the cheese fondue paired perfectly with the chicken dumplings. From the moment we walked in to the time we left, we felt like valued customers and truly appreciated the attentive service. Overall, we left very happy and very full. I definitely recommend giving this place a try if you're ever in the area--you won't be disappointed. And you can thank me later. read more

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We visited Olleh KBBQ for a Saturday dinner. Starting with parking, there is a medium-sized lot with free parking for the first 2 hours, then paid after. It can be difficult to find a spot, so plan accordingly. Despite it being a Saturday night, we were able to get seated right away, which was a nice surprise. Service was fast, and the food came out quickly. Everything we tried was good, and the overall experience felt very authentic. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The slightly smoky environment from the grills actually added to the KBBQ experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We liked that the portions were on the smaller side, which lets you try different items without wasting food. Overall, a solid spot with good food and quick service. We would come back again if we are in the area. read more

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Hello Olleh! We spotted you a few nights before when we were having ramen a few doors down and wanted to try out your KBBQ. The people waiting outside and the long waiting list certainly attested to the popularity. Returning Friday night may have been a mistake because getting a parking space was cutthroat. I ended up parking in the back behind all the restaurants after following someone going to his car. I had dropped off my wife to get on the wait list thinking we'll have a long wait. But she texted me soon after I parked that we had a table already! Score! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was packed with people throwing meat down onto hot gas grills and smoke wafting up into the rafters.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As I was walking to our table, I see one of the kitchen preppers shaving a whole ribeye into thin slices on the deli slicer for bulgogi. There are 2 levels of All-You-Can-Eat meats. Premium level gets you many of the standard KBBQ items such as LA kalbi, bulgogi, pork belly, 24 protein items in all, including shrimp & octopus for $34.99. The Prime level for $45.99 adds 9 more premium cuts like ribeye & Tiger shrimp. For some reason, Prime includes Fried Chicken Nuggets. They better be the best darn nuggets ever, but we opted for the lower Premium. Both levels include banchan and kitchen items like steamed egg, kimchi fried rice, tteokbokki, dumplings and japchae. My wife loves japchae, but this was not very good, so best to skip it. We also ordered king mushrooms, onions & cheesy corn to cook on the grill. We asked for Romaine lettuce to wrap the meat and they just stared at us like we had 2 heads. Ok, I'll just eat my grilled meat with rice then. Now, I'm a stickler for doing my own grilling and they left me to to do it and coming to change the grill plate several times. I did see them stepping in for some newbies that needed help though. Being just the 2 of us, we didn't order a lot, but some tables had meat plates spilling over and hanging off the table. The bulgogi was good, but the LA kalbi could have been more flavorful with a stronger marinade. The pork belly was nice & tender. A quick sprinkle of rock salt or dip in soy and it was perfect. At the end, we ordered the pineapple though I didn't grill it. I thought we would get fresh pineapple, but it was just slices out of a can, which was fine. I'm still wondering if those prime chicken nuggets would have been worth it...i read more

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It's been a few years since I've been to Olleh and I had remembered it as being an okay spot, but I wanted to give it another try and I'm so glad I did! The service was amazing and had Josh as our server, he was very attentive and very kind as he made sure to come by every now and then to check up on us and cater to our needs. The menu looked very appetizing and had tried some new meats and I'm so glad I did as I found some new favorites!! I'd definitely recommend the "sweet and sour thin pork belly" [[HIGHLIGHT]]I also loved the vibe and ambience Olleh has! Darker lighting than most kbbq places but I enjoyed it along with whatever was playing on the tv's.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Though on the pricier side, definitely worth eating here! read more

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For some reason, it was super crowded during Saturday the 18th because there was a grand opening in the same lot. So parking was absolutely horrible. Also, why does the parking require you to pay now?! That absolutely sucks. I don't think it's the business' fault, but unfortunately this is a factor that would make me want to come less. And I used to come here a lot. The quality of meats are pretty much the same. I miss when they offered an egg with the kimchi fried rice but now they don't. And unfortunately the prices for both are only going up. I also wish they somehow fixed their air conditioning or something. That's the one thing that hasn't changed, they basically only have fans and sometimes it can be really hot in there. I unfortunately think I'm going to find another KBBQ place which makes me sad. read more

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Came to Olleh KBBQ and had a great experience from start to finish. They offer two pricing options--Prime and Premium--and we went with the Prime, which honestly had more than enough variety. We ended up ordering a ton of meats from the Prime menu, and everything was really solid. The steak was especially good, and the beef shoulder had amazing flavor. I'm always a fan of brisket and bulgogi, and both definitely hit the mark here. The sides were just as enjoyable--steamed egg was delicious, and we also tried the dumplings, tteokbokki, corn cheese, and sesame balls. Everything came out well-prepared and flavorful. Service was fast and the staff were attentive throughout our meal. We were also seated right away, which is always a plus. Overall, a really great KBBQ spot with good quality food and efficient service. Would definitely come back! read more

Very busy restaurant. With a very challenging parking lot. The food tasted good The Staff was polite. However, I was surprised they were missing some menu items that typically go with Korean barbecue. For Korean barbecue restaurant I would say that it's OK. read more

Aye, I didn't want to spend so much tonight but the premium items looked so delicious... AND they were delicious! The stars of my dinner were the premium short ribs and the butterflied king shrimp. The short rib meat was oh so tender and flavorful. The king shrimp were like little lobsters. Oh so yum. I thought the tbone would be the star. I recommend trying both. I think you will also choose the short rib meat. I'm sad I couldn't try a larger variety of dishes but I only have so much stomach space... That is the only downside of this restaurant. You're left looking back over you shoulder with thoughts of what other dishes you missed out on. The servers were great. Super nice. Super fast. Super attentive. The smoke was a problem though. Their ventilation wasn't very strong. Everyone knows you'll end up smelling like K BBQ for the rest of the day, anytime you eat at a restaurant like this, but my friends daughter's eyes were burning from the smoke blowing into her face. Hope they get that fixed I would definitely go back again. I'll just seat my enemies downwind. read more

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The food was amazing all you can eat Korean bbq - meat was good quality. Ryan our server was wonderful always checking on us extremely friendly great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant was clean (of course smoky because of the bbq) - but tidy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We frequent Olleh often this time we had Ryan he was excellent! read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Remnants of short ribs - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

Super fast and very attentive service. Two hour limit. Love the ample table space but wish they had more side dishes like the marinated radish/onion/jalepeno at other places. Had to ask for kimchi for the table. The premium menu was worth it for the melt in your mouth short rib alone. Ordering had limits but dint impact much overall. Would definitely come back. read more

Was in convoy area and really wanted KBBQ but did not want to wait over an hour or two just for KBBQ elsewhere.. Saw Olleh and decided to give it a try! First off, the quality of meat here is really good, I like how their brisket is filled with fat / chewy, it was super good and tender along with their bulgogi meat. I enjoyed the lean cuts/meat options here. One thing I wish they had was more options for Korean sides, it feels super limited to me and the cheese corn wasn't that great either. Their side dishes could be so much better and you can't opt for much here. Their customer service is AMAZING. SUPER FAST and SUPER friendly staff, someone always stopped by to check up on us and we always got our grill changed quick and food items always came out within seconds / minutes of ordering. I really appreciated their service. The ambiance is your typical KBBQ restaurant, I would say it's on the smaller side for seating area. For the price I would say it's ok because of the lean meats but not so much on getting a wide variety of quality sides, etc. Seating took us about 15 min on a busy night, if I were craving full on KBBQ not sure if this would be my go to place but def worth trying if you like quality meat. read more

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Hav't had Korean BBQ in a while. So we decided to give this place a try since we were in the aera. It was Mother's day but we were early in the evening so didn't have to wait long. We chose the premium menu and it was ok. I thought they gonna bring out some korean side dishes but no. When did they stop serving? If you want kimchi, you have to ask them. Didn't even see it in the menu. Our BBQ stove had a problem; can grill only on one side. They fixed it until I told them I wanted to move different table. Honey pork bulgogi was so good. Beef bulgogi was shaved so thin, I can barely taste anything. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Exhaust fans didn't seem working, for a while, the room got very smoky.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall it was ok experience. read more

Olleh Korean BBQ is hands down my favorite Korean BBQ spot in San Diego. The quality of the meat and the service are both consistently top-notch, which keeps me coming back every time. Their sides (banchan) are just as impressive as the main dishes--everything tastes fresh and well-prepared. The steamed egg is perfectly fluffy, the corn cheese is rich and satisfying, and the pickled radish adds that perfect refreshing balance. As for the meats, they absolutely deliver. The ribeye is flavorful and tender, the pork short ribs are packed with taste, and the marinated garlic pork belly is a must-order. But my personal favorite has to be the finger bites--they're incredibly tender with beautiful marbling that just melts in your mouth. If you're looking for high-quality Korean BBQ with great service and delicious sides, Olleh is definitely the place to go. Highly recommend! read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Ribeye's - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

we got the prime option ($45) and quality of meat was pretty solid. we were a party of 7 on a friday night. they told us last call around the 2 hour mark which is fine - i've never been told it before. it was a little annoying that one of our grills didn't seem to warm up properly for the first 20 minutes and the smoke from the grills was also blowing right in some of our faces instead of getting sucked up into the vent read more

This place is more of 3.5/5 stars imo but I'll explain. I came with my boyfriend on a Friday night and it took about 20 mins to be seated compared to another kbbq place in the area that took 2 hours! It's located in a decently sized parking lot but the spots can be tighter for cars bigger than compact. Food: We opted for the prime menu for about $45 per person. I think just opting for the regular menu would've sufficed. The finger meat, short rib, and pork jowl was worth it, every other premium item was either dry or nothing I would've paid extra for tbh. The meat quality itself was pretty good but like I said, nothing really wow'd me. I will say I was disappointed in their lack of banchan, they don't have any kimchi sides here! But the saving grace was actually their cheese fondue cup (who knew cheese paired well with kbbq??) Service: Waiters were nice and seemed to always knew when we were ready to order more! Ambiance: It was nice, they played a lot of kpop and also had a tv that was playing the basketball game so it was a win-win for both me and my bf. Overall, with the many kbbq spots in Convoy, I don't think I'll be back because the lack of kimchi banchan surprisingly was a big miss for me. And it's a bit on the pricier side as well for not having everything I'm looking for in an AYCE kbbq. read more

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Upon returning from trip this summer, I was starving after a long day of travel and decided this was what i wanted to eat. The quality of meats and banchan are great at this spot. Great service with many employees checking in and changing the grill often. Plenty of options and worth walking in and waiting for. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

Service was good. Waitress did a great job & was very attentive. The food was decent. The best part was the steamed egg & Pork Belly. Other than that everything else was okay. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Posted Menu - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

My family has a birthday tradition where the birthday recipient gets to select where we're going to eat their birthday lunch or birthday dinner. My wifey asked us what about Korean BBQ, which was an unusual question since she was the birthday recipient and she gets to choose. My life partner mistakenly said she wanted to eat at a Korean BBQ place we had dined at before when she actually had meant Olleh Korean BBQ. I had eaten at the Olleh restaurant many years ago in Rancho Bernardo, which is now a different KBBQ place, so I was happy that my life BFF chose Olleh and I was going to grub there again. The food was delicious, belly stuffing, and we received outstanding customer service. There used to be an Olleh KBBQ in Rancho Bernardo, but the only one standing is the Convoy location. There are so many Korean BBQ restaurants in the Convoy Asian District competing against each other that if they're still in business, then they're doing something right to keep customers coming. Olleh is located in a busy outdoor strip mall where you can find Yun Tea and bb.q chicken. The restaurant is across from Cross Street Chicken and Beer and Wienerschnitzel. I highly recommend that you visit Olleh when it opens especially if you're eating there on the weekend because parking fills up quickly. Parking is complimentary for 2 hours, but after 2 hours, you'll need to pay using the QR code on the signs around the lot. The restaurant is spacious with many table grills and booths with leather seating. There was a faux brick wall, neon signage, and televisions not really showing network shows or sports. We celebrated my wifey with 8 of our family members, so we sat where the group tables with two grills are located. The customer service we received from the many staff who took care of us was outstanding. They all worked hard, took care of our requests expediently, and were all friendly and accommodating. Our daughter's favorite Korean BBQ restaurant is Olleh and her and her boyfriend have frequented Olleh on multiple occasions. Part of my wife's birthday surprise was coordinating with my daughter to be at my wife's birthday celebration, so I'm glad Olleh was chosen. Since our daughter was an expert about Olleh, she'd be able to tell us what to order and other relevant things about dining there. Olleh has two All-You-Can-Eat options with one being a Prime selection and the other being a Premium selection. The Prime costs $46 and the Premium costs $35. There was maybe one thing I really wanted to order from the Prime option, but we had more than enough choices from the Premium option. All of the meat choices we selected from the Premium section were tasty, filling, and ate really well with the sides we selected. The sides aka banchan needs to be ordered individually. The staff put out a small sample of banchan, but the menu lists what banchan items you can order. The following are the meat selections we chose from the Premium section: beef belly, beef bulgogi, signature garlic pork jumuluk, top blade steak, marinated top blade, premium pork belly, garlic pork belly, and thin sliced pork belly. My favorites were the beef belly, beef bulgogi, top blade steak, marinated top blade, and the premium pork belly. For the sides, I enjoyed the japchae, kimchi fried rice, white rice, corn cheese, and rice paper. Place the cooked meat on top of the rice paper and enjoy a different eating vessel. It had been awhile since I had last visited Olleh, but now I understand why it is my daughter's favorite Korean BBQ restaurant. The food was satisfying, I wished I had stretch pants after dining there, and their customer service was on point. read more

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Food: The meat decently tasty. The plate portions were on the smaller side--we didn't end up with any leftovers which is a good thing. Sides were decent and paired well with everything. Overall, solid kbbq spot. Service: Service was nice and efficient. Staff kept things moving and checked in often. Ambiance: It's a decent-sized place and relatively clean. Pretty popular too--we saw people waiting outside when we went on the weekend. Good spot if you're craving KBBQ and don't mind a bit of a wait during busy hours. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - pork belly, brisket - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is BASIC! Price is average and Great location , many parking , was seated right away during lunch time. Food was very MEH! Bachans were sooo subpar and without taste. Meats were ok. The short rib was good. But that was about it !! I got steamed egg which was missing that hint of fish sauce flavor , kimchi fried rice although missing all kimchi and an egg as shown from all the pics in previous pic , and corn cheese the size of 2 tablespoons. That was the only side dishes I got since I was already disappointed. Service was badddd! Didn't ask us about drinks just took the order and brought water. He had the most driest, nonchalant attitude, that showed he didn't want to do anything. I usually tip well even for bad service , but this was pretty bad. I might as well have just served myself. Ambience is ok ? It's just the usual table and tvs up on the wall. No K-pop music as it advertises itself on yelp , but more like Mariah Carey. I would not come back again. read more

If I'm being honest, I never thought Korean BBQ could somehow get ruined in any way, but the service here kinda did that for me. Meat is completely fine, the food itself is nice... definitely overpriced, but it's nice to experience. The service here was genuinely awful: The portions we were served weren't regular portions, but smaller and our waiter seemed to not even want us there. I get it, treating with people all day, running up and down to fetch food may be annoying and tiring, but it made us not want to come back. He kept forgetting things we were asking for and wouldn't go anywhere near our table for the longest time, wasting the time we have to enjoy our meal! At the end we had to ask someone else for help and they did their best to aid us in having a good time. Food is good, but overpriced (literally same quality as any other KBBQ) and service was not great at all + small portions compared to other KBBQs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is fine, everyone enjoying their meals with friends or family.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Teriyaki Chicken Meal & Beef Bulgogi Meal - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

This is a solid AYCE korean bbq spot on Convoy given their options on the AYCE standard menu (31.99 per person) and service. I came here around 4:30pm as a party of 6 on a Thursday evening and there was no wait. Parking was easy to find here. We got seated immediately in a booth and started ordering. Our table favorites were the brisket, bulgogi, and short ribs for the meat. We also ordered the steamed egg, rice paper, tteokbokki, kimchi, cheese corn, cheese fondue, salad, pickled daikon, and tofu soup as the sides. Banchan was minimal as it only consisted of a few items. We also enjoyed some soju with our meal. Service is extremely fast here; I feel we ordered our selection of food and it came out right away. Parking is overall not too bad especially if you come during non peak dinner hours. Because there's a few other food establishments also located in the same plaza as Olleh, it can get crowded. Otherwise if you're like me and like to avoid circling around or parking, I park in the streets behind Convoy and walk over. read more

Our Forever Go-To KBBQ Spot in San Diego My partner and I have been coming to Olleh KBBQ for years, and it's hands down our favorite date night spot. I still haven't found another KBBQ place in San Diego that comes close. Once I find something I love, I'm loyal--and Olleh has earned it. The meats are consistently high quality and never overly greasy or oily like some other spots. Our must-orders are the beef belly and the premium short rib--they never disappoint. If you're a corn cheese fan, theirs is on the simpler side and a bit small, but pro tip: order the cheese fondue and mix it into the corn cheese for a serious upgrade. The service is always excellent--servers are quick, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Even though we come multiple times a month, we're always treated with the same warmth and respect as first-time guests. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Olleh KBBQ truly feels like home.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Being married to a Korean, I'm very picky with my Korean BBQ. Olleh has stepped up as our go-to San Diego KBBQ! The meat selection and quality are great! For AYCE, pricing is very reasonable. You have to order the banchan individually, which is a bit nontraditional, but all side dishes were delish. The green onion salad (pa mu chim) was especially tasty! Service is attentive and fast. The restaurant can get very stuffy, but they have fans around to help. Lots of booths and capacity for large tables. I don't think they have a reservation system but we went on a Friday evening around 6pm and there was no wait for our party of 7. The parking lot is free for the first two hours. read more

Stumbled upon this place while waiting for a spot at Manna next door. This place is now my go-to. The bulgogi and pork belly are great. The sides are probably one of my favories because they can make all the difference when you need a tiny breather from the meat. Waiters have always been nice when serving me. It is clean and spacious which is appreciated. My favorite cuts are their marinated top blade and volcano pork belly. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

My friends and I came here the other day and they wouldn't seat us until everyone was there. Meat and side options were good. Service was good. Staff came by often to clear empty plates, refill water, and take orders. More expensive than some other KBBQ places I've been to but everything tasted good. I would come back. read more

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Not trying to be that person but wow the service here sucks. I walked in with my boyfriend on a slow Monday. Our server greeted us, took our order, but never checked up on us nor did we ever get a grill change. Towards the end our grill got super burnt so we tried to cook our meat on the non charred side. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The banchan was subpar, the ventilation sucked and the only redeemable thing was that the meat we ordered tasted good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I want to give them the benefit of the doubt because I work in a KBBQ restaurant a few miles away, but this experience left me with a sour taste in my mouth. Do yourself a favor and go to Manna just a few feet away. Better service, better food, and a better experience. read more

Love going to Olleh BBQ and it is one of my go-to kbbq spots. The service is always quick and every order comes out fast! They have a great variety of side dishes, and their steamed egg is always fluffy, flavorful, and always a must-order every time I'm here. Another big plus is the low wait times, even when it's busy. It's consistently a great experience with the food quality and friendly staff. It is Convoy so do expect parking to be a bit of a hassle at times. read more

This KBBQ spot is one of the best places I've been to for Korean barbecue. The meat quality was really good fresh, well-marinated, and flavorful. Everything cooked quickly on the grill and tasted amazing, especially the bulgogi and the spicy pork. The portions were generous, so you definitely feel like you're getting your money's worth. The side dishes (banchan) were also really good and kept getting refilled, which made the whole meal even better. The staff were friendly and helped change the grill and bring out more food quickly when we needed it. read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

Olleh has a wide variety of KBBQ classics. There were a ton of people on the day we arrived but because the restaurant is so large we got seated very quickly. I like how thin they slice the chadol beef and everything tasted very good. I was a little disappointed by how small the list of baanchan was. In San Diego there are so many KBBQ places that are at a higher price point. I think the quality of the meet at Olleh reflects how it is a more affordable option in comparison to other places. I had told our server the floor was extremely slippery. I almost slipped multiple times and it was evident there was a leak in one or a few of the grill's grease collectors. read more

Oh hello olleh welcome to my favorite kbbq in sd! I'd been wanting to try this place and finally we had a friend in town that we thought would be able to try this place with us. We waited for about half hour on a Saturday night, and when we got seated, the server came very quickly and took our orders! Very impressed by the quick service, and everyone is super friendly too! The food and the meats were so very well prepared, and the quality of the meats was really did not disappoint - they slice the meat super thin and makes them cook so much faster and their sides have great flavor and they don't skimp on them at all! I would definitely come back again, and bring an even bigger appetite. I do kind of wish that the restaurant had a lot more air circulation or something because it was really smoky and I coughed quite a bit. But still worth it read more

The service is good here, someone was always asking if we needed anything. The galbi and beef belly is good. The rest of the offerings are on par with all the other Korean BBQ AYCE restaurants on the area. Definitely worth a visit for those looking to try KBBQ. Parking can be tough during peak hours. read more

You can get sesame balls "to-go" by stacking them on chopsticks. In my defense, I didn't eat that much meat, so it kind of evens out in the end. read more

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Recently went to this place with a friend and was impressed. We didn't even look at reviews before going but just happened to be in the parking lot we were at. Our server was great and the service was speedy! Everything tasted so good and fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the layout of the place and the vents over the tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I feel like it helped not smelling so much like bbq leaving the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I really enjoyed it. read more

There are so many different Korean BBQ spots in the area, it's hard to imagine how every single restaurant is able to get enough business to stay afloat with so many competitors! After trying Olleh, I can definitely see why they're a top pick for many! - PARKING - Most parking lots on Convoy are pretty challenging, and this one is no different. Usually we circle around until we see a patron leaving, or we try our luck in neighboring streets. It's not the easiest to find a spot here, so definitely allot time! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - We came on a whim with a party of 7 and expected to need to wait a bit. We were pleasantly surprised when we were seated within 5 minutes! They have larger parties sit in the back area, and there are a good amount of tables. Service was very fast the entire time we were here, from refilling waters and taking new orders. Once our orders were put into the system, it was almost always within 5 minutes we got our food! Even when it got busier, service was still on top of things. - FOOD - Premium ($33.99): We saw the menu and figured there wasn't anything we'd really want from the higher tier so we opted for the premium. All our main meat picks were on this already, so we were happy with the selection. They had a decent amount of sides as well included, and all of them were pretty good! I enjoyed their Fried Rice - apparently they used to have a fried egg on top, but considering the shortage/prices of eggs, I think they had to stop it for the time being. Meats were pretty good quality as well - we mainly ordered the beef belly and brisket, and they were consistently good. - OVERALL - Glad I finally got to try out this KBBQ spot, and will definitely have this in my rotation whenever the craving arises! read more

Olleh kbbq was a great spot to enjoy some company and great meats. We did have a great waitress and will definitely be coming back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant itself was as clean as kbbq can be and left a smoky scent to my jacket.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Olleh Convoy Korean BBQ - Ate. - Korean Near Me - San Diego, California

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