I was really excited to go after seeing it on TikTok and it did not disappoint! We got the Combo B with the pork belly, pork jowl, skirt steak, stew, and cheese and it was sooo good. We also got the brisket as well! I would definitely say the pork stood out more than the beef to me, and I usually love beef. But both the pork belly and pork jowl were delish! We also got the risotto and oh. my. gosh. It was sooooo good. Still dreaming about it now *drools* The sauces were also so good. The servers will cook it for you, so you can just sit back and eat. It wasn't crowded too when we went, which was a bonus. Can't wait to come back! read more

We had to go because I was missing Korea after our vacation!! I was not disappointed. The meat quality was great, and was a pretty good value too! I loved the grilled cheese and all of the pickles banchan. Definitely give it a try if you're wanting something other than your generic ayce kbbq. read more

Sookdal - Pork and Beef combo - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Best kbbq in OC! Quality and service is literally unmatched. Even after a year of going here, everything is still very good. The pork belly is my favorite cut of meat, and it goes exceptionally well with the seaweed wrap and cold noodles. It is also one of the cleanest kbbq places I've been to. The only complaint is the long wait time during peak hours, but it's so worth the wait. read more

Sookdal - pork belly - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

This is hands down the #1 place in OC when I'm craving quality pork belly. The service and ambiance align well with what the restaurant is trying to deliver. Most importantly, the food is consistently good--meat, banchan, and kimchi noodles included. Everything tastes solid with nothing disappointing to note. I did try the risotto this time. While the flavor was good, it was slightly overcooked and the texture was a bit off. I don't regret ordering it, but it's probably not something I'd get again. One side note unrelated to the food: the floor is extremely slippery and the music is quite loud. I've been here countless times and notice this every visit. The volume was so high that I had to raise my voice just to talk to the person across from me, and my throat actually started to hurt. That said, I'll definitely continue coming back--for the food alone, it's worth it. read more

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My stepson graduated from college and we were taking him out for dinner. He chose this restaurant and so glad he did! It was VERY good. I had never heard of wet aged pork but wow it was tender and melted in your mouth. The servers were so great and they tend to your meat. We didn't have to do any of the cooking. There were 5 of us so I chose 2 of the meat combos which come with soup so we got to choose from kimchi or bean paste. We chose kimchi! Their sides were so good too! The price was reasonable and considering how much food we got, well worth it. Will def return!! read more

Sookdal - Meat! - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I've been bookmarking this place for the longest time and finally trying them and it was the best dinner choice. The quality of the meats were superb and the service was incredible. They will do the cooking and the cutting for you. Can't wait to go back there. read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Sookdal is local gem! Sookdal is located in a small plaza which has parking but can fill up during busy business hours. This place is specialized in pork, which is not my favorite but I do enjoy eating here. They grill for you so you do not have to worry about doing it yourself. They also have great cold noodles and kimchi soup! The banchan here is different from the usual Korean banchans you see at KBBQ places. I'd say this place is on the smaller side so parties of 4 or less is the best. The service is fast and efficient. I would recommend this place if you're looking for a small group dinner and if you like tender, grilled pork! read more

It was great. Good quality pork. combo c. 5 people 24 dollars each. for price, really good. i didnt like the beef though. read more

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My friends and I stumbled upon Sookdal the last time we were in Garden Grove and it was a pleasant surprise! We stopped by for early dinner around 6pm on a Saturday and were luckily seated within 15 minutes or so. We ordered Combo D which came with Pork Belly, Pork Shoulder, and Beef Brisket + Kimchi Stew + Cheese. Our order came with a variety of Banchan of course. Our server cooked all the meat very carefully and everything turned out great. read more

We came here to celebrate a birthday, I had a fantastic experience from start to end. We ordered the Combo D which came with Pork Belly, Pork Shoulder, Stew, Beef Brisket and cheese. The pork belly was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and tender juicy inside. Pork shoulder was just as juicy, flavorful ad cooked just right. The beef brisket was rich, thinly sliced with perfect marbling. The risotto with fish roe was creamy and luxurious, the fish roe added a nice pop of umami that complimented the richness of the dish. The cheese added melted perfectly and paired nicely with the meat. It was worth my one hour drive down to share this experience with my local OC friends. Highly recommend. read more

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There wasn't even any customers when we came and the workers kept rushing us and putting the meat on the grill even when we told them to wait. read more

This place I went fourth times after I done at the gym. I love this Korean restaurant with the best grilled and the service is helpful, nice and quick cook for every meal. read more

Sookdal is one of our favorite Korean BBQ places ever! We generally pick from one of their meat combos, which are primarily pork with one type of beef. What sets Sookdal apart are their banchan. They never rotate but they are perfect in every way. On one plate are the cucumbers, sitting next to bright pink cabbage and beets, and chrysanthemum stems. On another plate are my favorite, wild garlic leaves. The banchan are both sweet and salty, and are the perfect acidic foil to the grilled meats. With traditional kimchi, they really wake up the palate. All means also come with their doenjang chigae (bean paste soup) which is so much better made than anywhere else with a balanced soup and well sized variety of vegetables, a starter soup of soybean broth that is mild and comforting. Another dish we love ordering separately is the risotto. It's creamy and luxurious and I love the toppings of finely minced jalapeno and tobiko. When mixed in, you get the grassy flavor of the raw pepper and the slight, briny pop of the eggs and it elevates the rice. The meats are all wonderful. We are partial to the thin cut pork belly but they are all good. The little portion of grilled cheese and pineapple that are grilled alongside the meats are not to be overlooked - they are addictive too! It's a Korean BBQ place unlike any other and once you try it, you'll fall in love too. read more

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What I ordered: - Combo B (pork belly, skirt meat, pork neck, and kimchi stew) - Risotto Sookdal serves some of the juiciest pork belly in all of Orange County through their wet-aging process. Stop by if you want high quality pork belly not found at AYCE KBBQ spots! Pork belly is a must order when coming here. Slices are thick and juicy with a nice sear. I recommend eating the pork belly with cheese dipped in honey. The pork neck was very moist and flavorful. It had a more chewy texture compared to the pork belly but was still soft. Skirt meat was our least favorite cut of the night, it was a tad dry compared to the pork belly and neck. The kimchi stew was rich and had a strong kimchi flavor. It was not watery at all and the pork pieces were abundant. The risotto was extremely creamy and cheesy. I loved the inclusion of masago and jalapeño bits that added a spicy kick. read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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We came in for dinner at 6pm so we were able to get in right away, even though there were 6 of us in our group. I love that they have combo options and you can order a la carte afterwards. We ordered 2 sets of A, it was just the right amount of food at that time, however, it still left me hungry after. We probably should've ordered more too. The meats were very good quality. They cook everything for you, which makes it convenient and they ensure the meats are cooked properly. read more

Excellent pork barbecue here! So delicious, and well-paired with the side dishes. I had a great time with a medium-sized group. Appropriately, be prepared for a long wait in line during peak dinnertime hours. Plenty of parking outside. read more

Pork Belly Best. Their recommended combos are nice to try too. Very smooth service & cooking. read more

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We order Combo D for 2 people to share. The pork cuts are EXCEPTIONALLY premium here, the pork shoulder and pork belly were super thick and cooked to perfection by the server. I found that the quality and taste of the brisket was not as good as I hoped. Overall, I'd still give it a 4/5 and suggest a different combo order to avoid the beef brisket. I really enjoyed the pickled wild garlic leaf banchan + wasabi combination with the meats, but I personally didn't like the rest of the pickled banchan. The bean sprout soup was a nice appetizer and I found more tasty than the deonjang jiggae. I found the deonjang stew to be very fishy which was surprising. The cheesy risotto was CRAZY good, it was very rich yet mild in flavor. The texture from the masago was an excellent touch. I dined in during an off hour and found the service to be very prompt and attentive. read more

Sookdal - Combo D - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I was so impressed and really enjoyed my experience here! It's a small little shop that was clean and didn't feel like I was breathing in smoke. All the ban chan sides were very delicious and the meat quality was great. I was here on a weekday evening with two of my girlfriends and we ordered the combo c, which came with pork belly, pork shoulder, skirt meat, and pork neck along with kimchi soup and cheese. We also got the risotto and that was so good. Service was so friendly and they cook your meats for you which is great because we were able to really catch up and talk without having to worry about under or overcooking our meats. read more

A great Korean grilled place in GG. You do the orders, and they will do the grilling and the cutting. And you just enjoy the meats over the grill. The place is clean, bright and with great vibe, but can be smokey from the table grilling. Servers are friendly, nice and helpful. Fantastic teams. The foods are excellent and with the side dishes. Just yum!!! After leaving the place, you will be smell from the grills... read more

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Got combo C. Definitely had higher expectations for meat quality. Good but not incredible. Overall pork neck and belly were my favorites! Banchan was good but again not incredible. Kimchi soup was great because it had so many pieces of pork in it! Be prepared to wait! Go early and write your name down. I went on a Sunday at 5pm and was seated closer to 6. read more

Sookdal - banchan - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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This is my favorite KBBQ place ever. If you ever feel lazy and don't want to cook your KBBQ, this place will have someone cook it perfectly for you! The service is top notch. The portion may seem small, but it will fill you up. One of my favorite things on the menu is the kimchi stew. The meat is so tender and juicy. My experience coming here has always been amazing. However, make sure to come at a good time because it can be so so busy!! read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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One year later and Sookdal is still one of my faves. Soybean sprout soup and pork jowl still delicious! They changed the garlic oil though, less garlic chunks and more soysauce-y. read more

We got Combo C and it was perfect for two people! It even came with two kinds of soups, bean sprout and kimchi, which was a nice bonus. The meat was juicy and flavorful, whether eaten on its own, dipped in the sauce, or wrapped in lettuce. My favorite was definitely the pork belly, it was probably the thickest cut I've ever had! One thing I really appreciated is that they grill the meat for you at the table, so you don't have to worry about undercooking or overcooking anything -- just sit back and enjoy. The space is small and cozy, which adds to the charm, but it can feel a bit cramped, especially if it gets busy. While it was a bit on the pricey side, I would definitely come back! Only downside: a June bug (or something similar) flew and fell into our side dishes twice, landing in the exact same spot. Each time, the staff was quick to replace the dishes and explained that it was likely due to the door being left open, allowing bugs to fly in. There was no wait, and parking was ample even on a Friday night. read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Came hungry for Korean bbq, we were looking for something delicious and no long wait time. The menu offers combo meats along with various sides. They specialize in pork belly, a thick cut along with some beef ( brisket, ribeye, etc) varying on the combo you select. The server cooks the meats for you so it's a good experience. The kimchi soup was delicious 5/5, had nice fermented Kim Chi along with soft pork. read more

The pork belly was very good! Staff were nice. I recommend pairing your meal with the cold noodles! read more

Sookdal - Pork belly - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Came here with my sister and her boyfriend a couple times already. The food is always amazing! The grilled cheese is a must order!!! read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Danggg!! This place is amazing. They have wet-aged pork that is incredible. They have lots of ways to eat it which allows you to play with the tastes of the meat. It is by far one of the most enjoyable dining experience. Non- flavored soju is also a beautiful pairing with the kimchi stew and pork. Service is very nice. They cook the pork very well and are very attentive. I would highly recommend coming here. read more

Sookdal - Set C - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Sookdal is my favorite KBBQ spot for pork. The pork here is absolutely delicious and high quality, I've come here twice already and each time it doesn't disappoint. My go to order is the combo C which comes with types of meat pork belly, pork shoulder, pork jowl, skirt, kim chi soup and cheese. The pork belly is so tender and juicy. I usually end up ordering another portion of pork belly since its so good. All the meat goes well with the sides of pickled veggies. Also the best part is that they cook for you, so you can just sit back relax and sip on beer or soju. The service and meat quality here is A++. read more

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Dinner was amazing! Food, service, everything. Combo B for the two of us was perfect. The pork belly was definitely the highlight, as was our server, Joo--He was so welcoming, kind, and attentive. 5 stars just for him! I would definitely recommend Sookdal. We loved it even more the second time around :) read more

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Sookdal is one of the most authentic Korean BBQ experiences you can have in the U.S. The pork belly is wet aged with its its signature Sookdal franchise technique. Its usually super crazy amazing or just soso good. The cut of meat varies so much here but I always hope to get more fattier cut or well marbled cut. The side banchans have super nice pickled vegetables like myeong yi namul. Super well known also one of most expensive pickled dish you can buy. Hence this is paired with the most expensive hanwoo (Korean Wagyu) usually. But having this kind of impactful pickle setup really differentiate this bbq place with other wannabe Korean BBQ Fan Boi restaurant trying to lure in K-Pop fans. But if you know you know, the real deal is the real deal. This place Sookdal is the real deal. If you think its mediocre, please go to all you can eat K-Pop Fan Boi BBQ next door! read more

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Amazing food!! They really focus on good quality meat here and the pickled sides complement the beef and pork well. The pork belly is the best I've had in OC since it's tender and thick. The servers are great and efficient, without rushing you to finish all the meat super quickly. We felt like we could actually enjoy ourselves and take our time savoring each type of meat. Can't wait to come back! read more

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I've received so many recommendations to try this place and I finally had the chance to check it out. I'm usually a beef person but the pork here blew me away. We got menu B which is a perfect size for 2 people. The pork belly and jowl were extremely flavorful and cooked to perfection by our waitress. The grilled cheese paired perfectly with the pork. I went a little overboard and ordered an extra order of cheese which came out with 12 slices. The sauces and sides were all great paired with the meat. Menu B also came with 2 soups - one was a cold bean sprout soup which was refreshing. The second was a spicy soybean soup which was solid. Inside was pretty spacious and very clean. We surprisingly did not have to wait at all on a Saturday night at 8 pm. The staff were very polite. Overall we spent about $70-80 which is super affordable for a super filling dinner for 2. Highly recommend Sookdal! read more

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I tried this spot out after seeing it on Yelp and a recommendation by a friend. It was so delicious! I believe we got the pork belly combo and added the risotto. The pork belly was so juicy, tender and the quality was obvious compared to other spots. I do wish the risotto was bigger but it's a decent size to share with another person (about 3-4 spoonfuls per person). I love the green onion salad and I typically do not eat green onions but it pairs perfectly with the rich meat. Be sure to ask for rice if you need it! It wasn't initially given to us but I saw the table next to us ask for it so that would have been nice to have been offered. I will for sure be back to try the other combos or meats! read more

Combo C + risotto The pork belly was delicious 5/5. I'd come back just for this. The pork shoulder and the pork neck were good but didn't stand up as well against that pork belly 4/5. Very minimal on variety of banchan but I didn't feel like we needed much more when the focus is the pork. That said, the skirt meat was definitely an afterthought and didn't compare with the rest (3/5). Got the doenjang as the stew. I liked it but partner said the flavor wasn't as strong as he would have wished for (2/5). If you get the combo, it's nice to have. If you don't get a combo, you can skip it if you don't want a warm soup as the banchan included a chilled soybean sprout soup. The risotto was nice but didn't feel like it was needed and didn't add much to the experience (3/5). Service: overall good, friendly and polite. We asked them to wait on cooking the next round of meat, but as soon as our staff rotated, the next staff at our table went ahead and cooked it anyways. Not a big deal but it felt rushed. The place was on the smaller side. Music was nice, with kpop playing. When we arrived at 4:45 on a Saturday, it was pretty empty but around 5:15 it was full. The ventilation for the tables was weak and it got pretty warm with all the tables grilling and smoking. Sat on the wrong side of the table as the smoke kept going towards my face (my eyes are still burning from the smoke). I don't think this will stop us from coming back, but just something to consider for others. read more

Food was amazing, the pork belly and the jowl was fire!!! All the banchans are pickled FYI. They cooked the meats for you, so you and ur friends/family can enjoy the convos! read more

Sookdal - Info on the Meats - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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We got option B and all the meats were very high quality. Our server cooked all the food for us! We went at 530 pm and it wasn't busy, we will definitely be back!!! read more

Sookdal - Option B - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

When it comes to samgyeopsal (pork belly), there is simply no place like this. In my opinion, it's the best pork belly spot in both OC and LA. Their aged pork is top-tier, and you can really tell they only use the highest quality meat--I'm satisfied every single time I visit. Make sure to try the kimchi noodles; they are so refreshing and clean, the perfect way to round out the meal. Excellent service and a place that always leaves me in a great mood. read more

First of all, waiter DK, need to give a shout out This might be long, but hear me out This dude hosted, waited on us, and cleaned too Seriously, what can bro not do? He took our order, gave us advice He handled everything clean and nice You can come here and even order rice So don't think it's a risk, it's not rolling the dice I don't even really like Pork, but this place be good Seriously, all Korean BBQ places need to be like this, they should I usually highlight 1 or 2 things on the menu But seriously, so many things were great, even the venue OK, we ordered Chilled Kimchee noodles, Combo C, and Risotto, and every item was good. The Risotto is a bit creamy so depends on your taste, but combo C, boy, that meat is money. They have so many dipping options along with a garlic leaf thing you can roll up the meat in, and you add a bit of Wasabi, and man, you got a party in your mouth. This is something I've never tried, but it was dang good. read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California

a la carte kbbq place. we got combo A and it was perfect for us because we were not too hungry but wanted kbbq. the waiters cooked it for us which we appreciate so very much. they recommend diff ways to eat the meat, with veggies, sauce, or the melted cheese. the melted cheese with meat is unique here and I love melted cheese so this was plus for me read more

Sookdal - Korean Near Me - Garden Grove, California