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    TGI Korean BBQ

    4.3 (1.9k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:30 PM
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    Michelle T.

    Korean BBQ or seafood... why not both? TGI KBBQ in LA serves up the best of both worlds with unlimited premium meats AND unlimited steamed lobster! The giant beef rib and ribeye steak are absolute must-orders! Perfectly marbled, tender, and packed with juicy flavor. And don't sleep on the steamed lobsters... they're incredibly buttery, sweet, and juicy with the perfect springy bite. They also have fun side dishes like bulgogi quesadilla and corn cheese with chips! They also offer other refreshing side dishes like a mixed salad and other fun banchan. I would highly recommend coming here!

    Almar V.

    AYCE Kbbq and lobsters! All you need in one place, Service was good wait staff was attentive, valet parking is just $3, back patio was nice and can accommodate large groups. Price a bit high but you get what you paid for and more!

    18% gratuity included for party of 6
    Federico A.

    We came for the outdoor experience but unfortunately they close the patio a few hours before closing. Since we were already here we decided to stay put and it didn't dissapoint. Food was great. Didn't feel bloated afterwards. 18% gratuity included for a party of 6. Parking is hideous in ktown (per usual) so their $3 valet is well worth it. Staff was a little slow. We had to constantly flag them down and ask about our orders.

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    Arlene G.

    What an awkward dinner. We arrived at around 11:15 got seated right away. They mentioned 12am would be last call because they close at 1. They didn't come to take orders u til about 15 minutes later. After placing our 1st order, they probably checked in once. They would drop our orders off one by one avoiding all eye contact. Super weird. Food was good and fresh but the service was pretty bad. We got the initially chance to order, plus another because we had to wave them down. They brought the tab over at 12 because the kitchen was closed. Also, we got there to a valet. Valet only took cash or else they were charging double for Zelle or Venmo payment. By the time we went around twice, they had pack up and left. I guess free parking ?

    Giant Beef Rib
    Liting F.

    Continue to read if you want but to make it short, meat not fresh and terrible quality. Servers all very nice. Ambiance was cool! I hate to write bad reviews but this place was so disappointing. It's been a while since I had KBBQ so I was really looking king forward to it. We got the premium AYCE and the quality of the meat was terrible. We ordered the wagyu beef belly and l don't even know what it was when they brought it to us. I've had wagyu many times before so I know the marble its supposed to have but it didn't. And it okay, I get it but the quality was so bad. It was not fresh! It had that meat taste like walked into the old/hot meat market. We ordered the scallops and I think it was that when it came(I didn't even eat it) scallops with cheese?!? Gross. I should of know when I saw the panchan. It was sad but I we are already there so I want to give them a chance. But I'm traumatize by the quality and I would so scare to get sick from the food.

    Glass Noodles - pretty good
    Camille L.

    Service took awhile for them to get to us with getting an order in and understand they were really busy and we were in the corner, but we were starving. They were all very nice! Just had to get their attention. Food was decent; I've been to ones where you're able to get more choices for the $46 tier we got. We only could get one order of LA Galbi and only came with 2 pieces which I thought was a rip off. Either add a couple more or we should get 2 orders. Some of the marinades were too sweet and the prime sirloin and marinated beef short rib were SOO chewy and would never order again. The glass noodles we got were okay. The best were the LA Galbi, Giant beef rib, and marinated rib fingers. We also got the bulgogi quesadilla which was pretty good, sauce was a little spicy. Overall it wasn't the best experience, but not terrible either. For me the food is where the issue was..it fell short for being good quality overall especially when paying more and one LIMITED is so chewy you just swollen out of being over chewing I will say the $3 valet was amazing and super nice guys.

    Bren C.

    First time trying TGI Korean BBQ, and it definitely won't be my last! The quality of the meats was excellent, with everything tasting fresh, flavorful, and coming out quickly. The variety on the menu made it easy to try a little bit of everything, and every order was just as good as the last. The service was outstanding--our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we always had what we needed, from changing the grill to bringing out refills and additional orders promptly. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was lively, and it was a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Only thing that was off was the max meats and sides were 3 for a party of 5. The meat came out quickly but slowed how much we can eat compared to the 5 meats and 5 sides that other KBBQs have. Overall, an amazing first experience with great food, excellent service, and a fun dining atmosphere.

    Perfection!
    Jennifer H.

    Wow wow wow! My bestie and I specifically came out to LA just to try this place, and it fulfilled all my lobster dreams! Ordered the luxury AYCE which comes with unlimited lobster. The lobsters were the perfect size, juicy and sweet. I had to order 3. Their prime sirloin is something I also highly recommend. Perfectly fatty and delicious. Beef tartare was a different take. I believe they used gochujang which wasn't really for me but my bestie really enjoyed it. Their galbi tang was comforting and a great soup option with our food. They have a broad menu to choose from and the service was attentive and friendly. Note that they do have valet parking if needed. I would definitely come back again to satisfy my lobster cravings as it is well worth the price with their premium meats and extensive menu.

    Imee D.

    Reservation was easy for our party of 8. Get the tomahawk !!! Will not disappoint. We would go back

    Lance N.

    To start with the fact I knew nothing of TGI Korean BBQ, prior to being invited to go out with some friends and their guests. The price difference between the top tier and mid tier is pretty steep, and the majority of our group didn't need the AYCE lobster. The meat selection was still pretty good. Everything we ordered was tasty and good portions for trying eat cut of meat. If you find something you like, order a couple orders. The staff were pretty attentive and provided good service. Although when it came to valet parking I was Leary after seeing the review of a dented fender. So as I watched my car go, it wasn't too confident building when he was squealing the tires taking the turn kind of fast. So self park if you are worried about your car. I just didn't appreciate the valet gunning my car down the street. As for the dinning experience, it was comfortable and typical noise levels when you have big groups sitting so close to one another and no dividers. Overall, I didn't mind it, but would probably not bring my parents who wear hearing aids as they probably wouldn't be able to hear me talking to them. Now with a group of friends, great place to eat. Hahaha.... I would definitely go back again.

    Ruth P.

    The food was fresh and delicious. The servers were super attentive and friendly. And there was lots of banchan to choose from. The place was lively and enjoyable. Initially I was a little worried because 1) we were trying a new place. 2) I had read other reviews where its mentioned the service was lacking. Suffice it to say I am so glad that was not our experience. We made reservations for a table for 9. They don't sit you til the entire group is there. We were missing 2 ppl but as soon as we were ready, we were acknowledged and sat almost immediately. They brought out the starter banchan and we started with brisket, bulgogi and rib finger. The meat was fresh! They have additional sides made to order and the KFC (korean fried chicken), yum! Our group was we very happy with this spot

    Serinee T.

    I'm really glad this is one of the few spots in K-Town that offers an AYCE KBBQ lunch deal on weekends--$30 felt reasonable. The meats were surprisingly good quality, with minimal excess fat, which I really appreciated. The banchan selection is a bit sparse (you have to specifically ask for kimchi), but the cucumber kimchi was so fresh that I couldn't stop eating it. I also loved their chef specials, especially the corn cheese dip. We even tossed some of the leftover corn into our cheese fondue on the grill to make our own corn cheese. My only major suggestion would be better ventilation. Without vents above the tables, the AC kept blowing burnt BBQ smoke toward my partner, so he constantly had to readjust his seat.

    Royce C.

    Man... we came here after the Laker game hoping it would redeem our last bad visit, and wow... it got worse. Place wasn't even busy, got seated fast, so we thought okay maybe tonight will be good. Ordered the middle tier menu... rib bone came out first, no flavor, dry...Ribeye steak? Crazy thick, hard, dense, not even enjoyable. Beef tongue was chewy like rubber. Honestly every meat was tough. Side dishes dropped in quality big time too, nothing tasted fresh. Service wasn't it either... not rude, just not good. No attention, no care. one of my biggest KBBQ letdowns.

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    Ask the Community - TGI Korean BBQ

    How was parking? The neighborhood? Is it safe?

    There is no parking except valet. The neighborhood is ghetto. I normally carry a baseball bat or a small handgun to this koan bbq just as a safety precaution.

    How much is lunch and dinner?

    I would bring around $60 per person to be safe for dinner.

    Can a party of 4 order different AYCE menu?

    I think everyone at the table has to order the same one

    I don't understand the menu. How can it be AYCE but some of the items are limited?

    Some of the items are considered premium choices so even though it’s all-you-can-eat, the restaurant limits them to one order to keep things balanced. Otherwise, everyone would just keep asking for the most expensive stuff.

    The all you can eat lobster you serve it your self or have to wait for the waiter to bring it to you and it's there a limit?

    they bring it to you one at a time, but no limit. Came pretty fast too. Someone at my party had 8.

    How much is AYCE include lobster?

    69.99 per person

    Is a dog allowed to patio seat?

    No.

    Where is a good place to park late at night?

    There is $3 valet parking. You can try to find street parking but it's in a residential area, might be hard to do late at night

    Our reservation's for 2 necessary on the weekend?

    Nah. They have Yelp Waitlist so just join when you're nearby and ready to dine there. I've been on weekends, party of 3 and waited no more than 10 minutes max.

    Is outdoor dining still available?

    Yes it is!

    Is it all you can eat and drink?

    There are 2 options. AYCE or specific dishes with listed prices.

    I see only large groups can make reservations and a "large group" starts at 5 people? If a party of 2 comes in will you be able to seat us?

    Is this older-folk friendly? I.e., is there loud Kpop blasting?

    Is outdoor dining still available?

    Yes still available :)

    Is this place good for vegetarians?

    While they have a vegan AYCE menu, they don't allow ordering ONLY the vegan option. There must be orders of meat so unfortunately you can't come here to dine solo vegan or with an entire vegan party, which is confusing.

    Does anyone know what that red chili sauce they use is called? it's delicious.

    Sambal Oelek

    Do you pay 37.99 a person plus the plates (15$) or is it a set price?

    It's set all you can eat

    Where do they take the cars for the valet? Just curious. The mini lot fits 6 cars!

    TGI rents private parking garage with gate nearby restaurant for valet service.

    Can we make a reservation for 2 people?

    we only take large groups of reservations up to 4or more to make a table. we takes walk in as well. Since we have large capacity seats, no longer wait time. Usually less then 15mins in weekends.

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    Hangari Kalguksu - (LARGE) Hangari Bossam

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4(3.3k reviews)
    0.9 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

    I was visiting and came here with friends. We went on a Friday evening at about 7ish. There was a…read moreline. There's a process to coming here. The hostess controlled the line so we wouldn't be blocking the entrance to the other restaurants. As you get closer to the front, you'll get a menu. The hostess will take your order. Once you place the order, you are NOT allowed to make any changes and cannot add on. Once it's your turn to go sit down, the hostess will confirm your order, the seat you. Your food comes out pretty fast I ordered the Bulgogi rice dish with a salad on the side. It was SO good! My friends split a seafood dish. Everything was delicious. It was a lot. I ended up having leftovers for lunch the next day. They have a good system in place in getting getting ppl in and out of there. The service was great and the atmosphere was lively. I would definitely come back.

    I've clearly been sleeping on this place. Finally went with some friends visiting from out of town,…read moreand Hangari Kalguksu did not disappoint -- I see why it's a Ktown staple. The space itself is cute, trendy, and modern, but according to my Korean friends, the food stays true to tradition -- which is exactly what you want from a place like this. There was a line when we got there, but it moved quickly -- and they came around to take our order while we were still waiting, so food came out fast once we sat down. I've had bossam before and always got cold, sliced meat -- not my thing. Here, it comes out hot, and the pork jowl was incredible. I genuinely could not stop eating it, so tender with that perfect grilled edge. They also start you off with a little bowl of barley rice (bori bap) as part of the banchan -- first time trying it and it was such a nice, unexpected touch. We also shared the chicken sujebi and it was pure comfort in a bowl. The hand-torn noodles were perfectly chewy and the broth was seasoned just right -- not too salty, just deeply savory. Heads up on parking: it's tough. I got lucky with street parking but it's only 1-hour limit, so keep an eye on the clock. The lot is valet only and looked chaotic when we pulled up, so budget extra time (and maybe cash) if you go that route. Honestly one of my favorite meals I've had in Koreatown, and a great spot to bring visitors -- my friends loved it too. Already planning my next visit to work through the rest of the menu. Highly recommend, especially if you love Korean comfort food done right.

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    Danbi - Wagyu zabuton

    Danbi

    4.5(425 reviews)
    0.9 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$$

    Danbi is one of my favorite restaurants in Los Angeles, and we were very excited to try their Dine…read moreLA menu. Danbi is located in Los Angeles's Koreatown and specializes in modern Korean cuisine. For Dine LA, they offered a $45 tasting menu. We started with their signature honey butter chips. I used to not understand what all the hoopla was about these chips! But today, they were really good... and I think it's the honey butter sauce. The first time I ever had these chips, in 2024, there was no sauce on them. I just thought they were regular chips. And I probably never would have gotten them again if they weren't on a prix fixe menu. These chips were divine! Thinly sliced potatoes fried in house and topped with a decadent honey butter sauce and fresh chives. The sauce really made this appetizer. Thick and creamy, almost like condensed milk. And the touch of freshness from the chives really brought everything together. Although simple, I felt like this dish was very well crafted. Next, we had the corn cheese rolls - sweet corn and mozzarella cheese wrapped in an eggroll-like pastry and served with a sweet, tangy gochujang sauce on the side. These came piping hot and were so fun to eat. The cheese was so stretchy and the sauce really elevated this dish, cutting through that rich cheese and adding a savory, almost smoky element. Then our drinks arrived. I got the hwachae milk punch with milk clarified soju, strawberry, lychee, and lime. This drink was sweet and fruity and tasted just like one of those lychee jellies you would buy at the Asian grocery store. My friends had the kimchi mule, house white kimchi infused soju with ginger and pear - essentially a Moscow mule with fermented notes and a savory umami from the kimchi. Nice and refreshing. Then we had a watermelon kimchi salad. This wasn't my favorite. Compared to everything else we had tonight, this was a bit boring. It was light and refreshing, but I wanted more fermented flavor. But it was still good, and the Hami melon was nice and crisp. You can never really go wrong with watermelon. Then we had the spicy sashimi noodles with sea bream, soba, dropwort, and perilla. This dish was interesting, summery, and cool. Cold soba with a spicy kick. Flavor wise, the ssamjang and perilla stood out to me. And the soba and sashimi added some nice textural contrast. Our last savory course was their grilled pork jowl topped with their house chili crisp and served with a side of garlic rice along with some ssamjang and peppers. The pork jowl was, of course, delicious. The cut is naturally bouncy due to being jam packed with collagen. The grill imparted a nice, smoky charcoal flavor to the meat, which was also infused with that delicious chili oil. Their garlic rice is so good! It's packed with garlic flavor and perfectly fluffy. For dessert, we had a goguma parfait - sweet potato custard with a strawberry and blueberry compote. This dessert was.. interesting. The texture was smooth and creamy, but you could definitely tell that there was a sweet potato in there. I think this dessert could use a little more textural contrast. I definitely would have appreciated a cake layer in the parfait or a more prominent crunchy element rather than just the two pieces of tuile garnish on top. That being said, it was still good. Danbi is one of my favorite restaurants in LA if not my number one favorite. Their menu feels modern, interesting, and creative, innovating on traditional Korean classics while remaining authentic and delicious. I especially liked their Dine LA menu for this season as it felt very fun and summery. I can't wait to come back and see what else they have to offer!

    The scallop pancakes were definitely the standout for me. Crispy on the outside with a nice texture…read morefrom the scallops, and really flavorful without being too heavy. The pork jowl was also really good. The slices were thin and tender, with a lot of flavor and a nice balance of fat without feeling overly rich. The uni bibimbap was probably my least favorite of the three. The uni itself was good, but I felt like the overall dish needed more seasoning and flavor to really stand out. It was a little underwhelming compared to the other dishes. Overall, the food was solid, but I'd especially recommend the scallop pancakes and pork jowl.

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    Borit Gogae - Dwenjang

    Borit Gogae

    4.4(540 reviews)
    1.1 miKoreatown
    $$$

    I absolutely love coming here. The portions are huge, the food is fresh and delicious, and it…read morefeels like so much thought and care went into each dish. This is the kind of comfort food I grew up with so I always look forward to coming here. The servers are nice, parking in the back is easy, and set meal price is decent. I highly recommend Boris Gogae if you want traditional Korean food!

    Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based…read moremenu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience!

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    Ham Ji Park

    Ham Ji Park

    4.2(1.8k reviews)
    0.9 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$$

    tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

    I loved Ham Ji Park! This location has now closed and their other location is only open until the…read moreend of the year, then it will also be closing. LA has lost a Korean food institution for sure! I've dined here a few times and love it. If you can make it before the end of the year to the other location, the spicy pork ribs are where it's at. Jonathan Gold touted their gamjatang as the best around, calling it his go to hangover cure. Pro-tip, gamjatang is full of collagen keeping our skin looking fresh! lolz Los Angeles losing Ham Ji Park is a big loss for the city and I'm sad to see them close!

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    Ham Ji Park
    Ham Ji Park
    Ham Ji Park

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    Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St - Cold Noodle (Naengmyeon)

    Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St

    4.5(887 reviews)
    1.4 miKoreatown
    $$

    my $20 lunch special turned into like 4 meals. GREAT value…read more i was craving korean home-style cooking and found this place. it's got affordable lunch specials under $20. i was really surprised at just how much food i received for just $20... giant plate of sizzinging. perfectly seasoned pork ribs & onions with a really nice char. a big cup of rice, a really great banchan spread with lots of variety, and a massive bowl of broth with such a great mild flavor to balance the spicy banchan and rich pork. it was phenomenal, cured my tummy ache, and immediately took me back to my trip to korea many years ago. i inhaled everything but there was so much food i ended up with a big takeout bag. i kid you not this one $20 meal has turned into like 4 meals for me. pork turned into lettuce wraps, rice fried and mixed with eggs , broth used to elevate a cheap ramen. i WILL be back. i wish i could have bought some of the banchan as an extra charge or something so i could take it home with me because im STILL dreaming of it. the inside has good a/c and a cute homely atmosphere. and the staff was incredibly kind and helped me choose what to eat and helped me pack up the broth once i was done eating. you can see the giant goblet of boiling broth in the kitchen as you eat. easy parking behind the restaurant and in the street.

    Suuper bummed about our experience today. We ordered the cold noodle & LA galbi combo as we always…read moredo, and a leek pancake as we weren't as hungry and the combo usually fills us up. Even when we ordered the food, the server said "that's it?" as if she was offended that we didn't order more food (lower sales?) I'm not sure if we misunderstood her attitude but that's kind of how it felt like. The quality and size went down and it was just... not good. This used to be my #1 spot for cold noodles but our other fav place was closed today so we decided to come here. As you can see, the size of the cold noodles became smaller. Everything was packed in this small bowl which made it harder to eat. I think they changed the noodles they use because it wasn't doing anything texture wise. It used to be chewy and had a good buckwheat flavor. The broth tasted.. like water with a splash of bone broth. The quality of galbi was also a disappointing as I feel like it's became less and the meat was burnt with more fat/chewy bits. The leek pancake was ok but again, comparing it to my picture from January, it was bigger in size and more dough-y. Service was decent previously but it felt a bit cold today. Again, super bummed because we still love this place but I probably won't be ordering their combo again. You can see in my pictures how often we used to order the cold noodles from here and you can compare the quality.

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    Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St - Counter area

    Counter area

    Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St - Never disappointed!!

    Never disappointed!!

    Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St - Kimchi Jjigae with Pork Belly

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    Kimchi Jjigae with Pork Belly

    Ahgassi Gopchang - Gopchang on the skillet with mushroom, rice cakes, and garlic chive kimchi in the middle

    Ahgassi Gopchang

    4.3(2.9k reviews)
    1.2 miKoreatown, Wilshire Center
    $$$

    My second visit since May 2026. This time in town for BTS concert I wanted to try gopchang since it…read moreis part of the restaurant's name. You can't order it as an add-on, so I'm glad that my friends were willing to try it too. We did know that it is beef intestines. I personally like beef and pork intestines I thought it was grilled well. My friends liked it enough to eat it, but I don't think they'll order it again. In fact, I'm pretty sure they won't order it again. Our server Douglas was super nice and helpful. He knew it was our first time ordering gopchang. We almost added the beef brisket, but then when he started to make fried rice we knew we would be too full to eat more. The Banchan, Kimchi Stew and Steamed Egg, were excellent and we really did enjoy our dining experience and being served by Douglas. He said 99% of today's customers were Army. We did have an hour wait which was what we were told, but it was worth it. Oh and the welcome for BTS Armies was touching. They had cold iced water and refreshments while we waited.

    We came here with our family after the BTS concert because we heard this place was endorsed by the…read moregroup, so we were really excited to try it. Unfortunately, the experience was a huge disappointment. We ordered the marinated combo with intestine, bulgogi, beef belly, and pork, but the food was just okay and definitely didn't live up to our expectations. What made the experience worse was our server. He was rude, unprofessional, and seemed completely uninterested in helping us. Whenever we asked questions, he acted annoyed and made us feel like we were bothering him. He would even walk past our table without acknowledging us when we needed assistance. We came in excited to enjoy a nice family meal, but unfortunately, the food and especially the service left us very disappointed. We definitely won't be coming back.

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    Ahgassi Gopchang - Beef brisket with bean sprouts

    Beef brisket with bean sprouts

    Ahgassi Gopchang - Steamed egg

    Steamed egg

    Ahgassi Gopchang - Super close up of the large intestines. How does it look?

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    Super close up of the large intestines. How does it look?

    TGI Korean BBQ - korean - Updated September 2026

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