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    The Fire Spot

    4.5 (779 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Carolina D.

    Hands down one of the best spots for Korean BBQ. We cane in from LA area just for this and made a day out of it. Service was good, they check on you frequently. You can only join waitlist there. It is small so the only thing is it may seem a little crowded. But the food bomb!!!! We got option A both times the more expensive one for the shrimp and iron skirt steak, I can't remember the other ones but order everything on the expensive list you won't regret it. Just no chicken we never eat chicken takes too long to cook for us. Their side options are good too you could never go wrong with some cheese corn.

    Jalissa T.

    A KBBQ spot that is up there for myself. The meat cuts and quality are really good but not enough selection compared to other. Along with the sides, there is not a whole variety but enough-- you will get your money's worth if your focus is on the meat haha. Couple of things you will smell like kbbq heavy but that's a given at any bbq. Came in a Friday night and that place was PACKEDDD, really wanted to try and give it a shot so my group and I did wait for about 2 hours..

    Sliced brisket and marinated short rib
    Elisa L.

    We came around 12:15 pm and missed the first wave of seating since they open at 12 so we waited about 75 mins to be seated around the 1:30 pm. Inside is pretty small and tight which is why there's always a wait. Service was friendly and but we did have to flag them down as they were pretty busy. We ordered the regular menu at $37.99 per person. My favorites were the marinated hand cut beef and marinated short rib. They were both nicely marinated and flavorful but the short rib was a bit fatty. The sliced brisket was decent but pretty peppery and too thin. The black pepper finger meat was also peppery and too chewy and tough. The zucchini, corn cheese and steamed egg were pretty good sides. The charcoal grill gave it a nice charred flavor and cooked the meats quickly and the hood made it less smoky which was nice.

    Short rib, brisket, rice, and corn cheese
    Allison L.

    Our party of 3 came around 12:15PM and missed the first seating, so had to wait about 75 minutes to be seated around 1:30. It's pretty small and tight inside. It was busy so understandable that staff didn't check up on us too much, but they were friendly. We chose the regular menu at $37.99 per person. My favorite meats were the marinated hand-cut beef and short ribs. The brisket was very thin and pepper-forward which isn't my personal favorite. I thought the meats were all of good quality and nicely marbled. The corn cheese and steamed egg were solid too, but the latter was a bit salty. The charcoal grill was hot and cooked quickly so some meats would burn easily.

    Lulu S.

    It was honestly so amazing and I wish I was local so I could go more often! Highly rec putting your name on the waitlist as it can get really long! We waited about an hour and went to grab beers nearby but it was totally worth it!

    Jennifer C.

    High quality Korean BBQ that's known for their coal fire method of cooking the meat. Also bonus points that I didn't leave feeling like I just left a smokehouse. We came on a Saturday at 11:30 to get ourselves on the waiting list. They opened at 12. We were the first in line to put our name down on the list but immediately after there was already a long line. Once inside I can see why wait times are long. They really only have like 7 long tables that can fit up to 6 people each. We decided to go with the deluxe version of the menu for $4 more since others in our group recommended the cold beef soup and the prime cuts. Meat came out really fast and we were able to start cooking right away. I do wish some of the marinated meat options we got were less sweet but that's just a note for me in the future to not order those. My favorite cut was the prime cut steak. Service was very friendly and they always came to check in and see if we wanted to order anything else. Never felt rushed to leave either.

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    Mirei K.

    This was my first time trying this place out and definitely one of my most favorite kbbq place for sure! I really liked the charcoal grill and their meat quality was so good. I also think they have the best corn cheese! I also appreciate that they have a fan for each grill so there's not a lot of smoke in my face while eating and food came out relatively fast too. Definitely come back here again!

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    Christopher C.

    My favorite premium KBBQ in San Diego. You cook the meat over an open fire which gives an awesome texture and flavor over traditional gas KBBQ restaurants. Come around opening so you can get on the waitlist and get seated immediately. The premium menu is only 4 dollars more than regular. It has prime rib eye steak, beef tongue and prime cut steak. The music inside is also good.

    Denny V.

    We came here Saturday for lunch. It opens at 12. But our friends who are regulars suggested us to come early to put your name down on the yelp waitlist. We came 40 mins early and was able to be first on the waitlist! We were able to get seated right away at 12. The inside is very clean but there were a limited amount of seating especially with the long outside. So would definitely baking that into your time when coming here. Everything was high quality! The meats and the side dishes were all top notch. But the big draw was that the grill was char coal! Which definitely adds a nice flavor to the meat compared to your normal KBBQ. One thing I appreciate is that we never felt rushed even though you can see the line outside. Will definitely be back.

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    Phing T.

    Dear diary I was always hearing good things about this place and decided to finally go. Let me tell you it did not disappoint. But you have to go at least an hour or two earlier to get on the waitlist because they are busyyy. Parking is also very limited so you might have to park on the street. The restaurant is definitely on the smaller side but the ventilation is great and the place is clean. The vibe is lively and upbeat with music playing in the background. We selected the deluxe plan and it is more food than we can ever finish. The meat was great quality and the side dishes were awesome. Their sauce is also on another level compared to other places. Even though it was busy, the staff were friendly and attentive to our needs. They were also really helpful when we have questions. I would recommend trying this place but make sure to arrive early to get your spot on the waitlist!

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    Anthony D.

    This is one of those places that's always busy. Be prepared to wait anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour, so getting on the waitlist early is key. Once you're seated though, service is quick and attentive. The big draw here is the charcoal grill, which gives the meat a distinct smoky, charred flavor that sets it apart from your typical gas-grill kbbq. Meat quality is solid across the board and the variety is great, especially on the deluxe menu, which is definitely worth the upgrade for cuts like prime steak, marinated beef, and black pepper finger meat. Overall, Fire Spot is a great spot if you're in the mood for kbbq with that charcoal flavor. Go for the Deluxe option and don't forget the corn cheese!

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    Nate C.

    I've been meaning to try this place for a while now and I finally went for Sunday night dinner. Checked in at the restaurant and there was an hour and a half wait time. We knew this spot gets pretty busy so after we checked in we went for drinks around the area to pass the time. Plenty of options within walking distance if you wanna pre game before you eat. Our server Aaron took very good care of me and my date. Very patient and attentive and always making sure we were ok. He knew it was our first time so he gave us a few recommendations for meats we should try. The black pepper finger meat and the marinated hand cut beef were our favorite cuts. Very tender and juicy - probably the best meat quality of meat I've had at an all you can eat place. The charcoal grill in my opinion is a game changer. It gets that smokey flavor on the meat without having a greasy mess like other kbbq spots. The wait may be a bit long but I promise it's worth the wait.

    LINA M.

    I've been eyeing this place for so long and can't believe I waited this long to try. It's in a super busy plaza and parking is nonexistent in this plaza unless you get lucky. I came at opening on a Monday. There was already a long line and long waitlist ahead of me. I got there at 4:30pm at opening and I was 18th in line by the time I signed up for the waitlist. We waited for the 2nd round which the host advised everyone would be another 1.5 hours until 1st round of customers finished. Understandable. We left to go kill time elsewhere. I did get a text about 1 hour later that my table was ready. We were excited to try being that it was charcoal and our 1st time instead of usual propane. We really enjoyed the experience and there was no grease splatter nor did we feel too full because of all the fat drippings. It's a small place with a good amount of tables so getting multiple rounds or the servers' attention can be a bit of a challenge but once you flag them down they don't miss a thing. We got the original menu and everything was good. We enjoyed trying all the sauces and even requested the dry sauces. Some of the dry dips made the meats really salty so the meats were good on its own. Overall I'd say we had a really good 1st time experience and really enjoyed the charcoal taste. Now... would I come back again and wait that long? The waitlist can seem a bit overwhelming and I noticed it turned a lot of people away. I don't know.. possibly lol but I wouldn't wait on a hangry day.

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    -1 star because the plaza is just so crazy busy and parking is difficult to come around, but the fire spot is indeed fire!!

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    Do they have a Non-AYCE Option? Also do these still offer Skewers?

    I'm hosting my friend's birthday dinner here and was wondering if they could personally store a cake in the back until we leave the restaurant. We'll be eating the cake outside but do you think they'll be able to do that?

    Hi, Samee . For sure we can storage your cake in our refrigerator , we can also provide party plate for you if you decide to eat the cake at our place, thank you

    Hi, how much is the price for 4 year old? Thanks

    They charge by height not age.

    I have a niece who has allergies, what is in that red pepper dipping powder?

    How much is it for a kid?

    We paid $14.99 for kids (ages 6 and 9) on 3/10/2024

    Does anyone know if they will be open for Thanksgiving?

    Just called , they open on thanksgiving

    Any idea if they will be opening next week?

    I really hope so. I've been waiting for this like Christmas is coming. I'm going to drive by tomorrow and see. I'll update you.

    Anyone know what happened to Fire Spot? We came on Saturday night and it was closed.

    Supposedly there was a fire. I hope they re-open soon.

    Do they take reservation for a party if 6?

    Do they have vegan options?

    Outside of the veggie condiments that they give such as the banchan, kim chi, lettuce or radish, I can't think of anything that you could actually throw onto the BBQ itself.

    When reopen for dine in or out? Thanks.

    They just re-opened for indoor dining a couple of days ago. Great as usual.

    Does the Fire Spot have a reopening date set yet? Love this restaurant!

    What days and time do you open now? It's been really frustrating to see Yelp saying you are open, but when we went or planned to go, it is not open!

    Hi, Chang We opened for dine in, business hour is from 5pm to 10 pm Monday to Friday( close on Tuesday) , 12pm to 10 pm Saturday and Sunday,… 

    What time do they open?

    They open at Noon (12)

    My wife just has the gastric bypass and was wondering if we can share we have the bipass card?

    You could always order the all you can eat, and she can order a plate for herself. That's what I do when my kids come since they don't eat much.

    Is there kid AYCE price? If so for under what age?

    For kids 6-12, deluxe plan is 11.99 and original plan is 9.99. Under 6 is free.

    Do we need to come as a group or individuals are also welcomed?

    You can do either. There are no restrictions.

    Is it true they don't have rice paper?

    they do have rice paper, you just have to order it.

    Where are the meat stored? Is this served from a fridge or are the meat stored on a buffet cart? Pick your own?

    You select the meats off a menu and they bring them from a fridge in the back.

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    The $19.99 AYCE on social media is deceiving…read more I took my mom here so we could try this new AYCE option this place was offering based on social media influencers. It was empty coming in around 5:30pm on a Friday, but it soon filled to capacity in the next hour. So coming into it, we thought we would choose between Menu A and Menu B. Afterwards, we thought it was AYCE on the menu of your choice + the side buffet where there are limited selections of sides and refrigerated drinks. We ordered orange chicken, Chinese style fish and something else. Again, this was on the thought that we could order more than one item on our selected menu. So imagine our surprise when the bill was nearly $100 for two people? It was a misunderstanding. However, the initial staff gentlemen was completely rude about it and ignored us as we sought to understand. Finally, a second female server came and heard our concerns regarding the false advertisement and unclear messaging. She was able to provide us the price we thought this was for based on Menu selection. All in all - I don't recommend the AYCE option. I think it would be important to make a distinction that AYCE clearly on the menu and at the front - AYCE means each individual selects ONE entree (which is a one small portion) and the AYCE component of the deal is ONLY for the side buffet.

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    Taste of Hong Kong - Delivery Menu Page 2 as of 11/07/22

    Delivery Menu Page 2 as of 11/07/22

    Taste of Hong Kong - Delivery Menu Page 1 as of 11/07/22

    Delivery Menu Page 1 as of 11/07/22

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    Golden Chopsticks - Salt and pepper wings

    Golden Chopsticks

    4.2(1.4k reviews)
    10.9 mi
    $$

    So good! It's fast,…read morethe portions are large and the food is incredibly tasty! Get the beef chow fun. Nice sauce and noodles are chewy. Get the vegetarian fried rice. Nice use of mushrooms in this and the rice is nicely cooked. Get the sweet and sour fish fillet. Big portions and the fish is breaded but flakes nicely when you eat it. Get the salt and pepper chicken wings. FIRE. My cousin has a disability and I just want to thank the staff here for being so kind, patient and understanding to us as we had our meal. If I could give a hundred stars, I would. This place is a must go to for great Chinese food in San Diego.

    We came here with a huge party (11 people, 3 of which were adults) and opted to get one of their…read morefamily meals with a few extra dishes to supplement things. The menu said the family meals were meant for parties of 8, but let me tell you. We ate until we were hurting and there was still a ton of leftovers. Those meals can easily serve a dozen people in my opinion which makes them even more of a great deal. If you've got a large party, this is a fantastic option to make sure everyone eats their fill. With that said, all the food was delicious. Hot and fresh from the kitchen, each dish with its own unique flavor and textures. We ran the gamut of flavors over our meal and it's hard to really point to one singular dish that was my favorite. After having almost 10 different dishes, I can confidently say that they will have something you will really enjoy. The restaurant itself is a bit no frills. But that's fine. They're putting their time in to food, not ambiance and I am totally down with that. Service is great. We were in a back corner, but we never felt ignored nor overly watched over. We were able to sit down and enjoy our meal at our own speed. My only 'gripe' with the restaurant is that the restroom is actually outside and shared with the other businesses in the complex. And that bathroom isn't the best maintained. I'm assuming that's up to the property management and not the restaurant (or other businesses) so I'm not dinging my review, but just keep that in mind. Might be best to try & hold it if you can. Ultimately, Golden Chopsticks really knocked it out of the park and caught me so off guard. I am so glad we came here on a bit of a whim. It was fantastic and I can't wait to go back.

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    Golden Chopsticks - Dining area only 1/2 of it there's another side to the restaurant

    Dining area only 1/2 of it there's another side to the restaurant

    Golden Chopsticks - Chicken Chow Mein

    Chicken Chow Mein

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    Tasty Noodle House - House Sauce Noodles with Pork

    Tasty Noodle House

    3.9(1.7k reviews)
    0.0 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    The food here is worth parking lot nightmare, you'll probably have to park nearby and walk, which…read moreisn't so bad because the waddle back will help with the fullness! The menu is so long it's almost overwhelming in the best way. The Walnut Honey Shrimp was addictive and my favorite dish! The shrimp was huge, fried perfectly, and the sauce was sweet. The beef rib noodle soup had a broth that tasted like it could heal your soul. The orange chicken was the perfect sweet and spicy protein! The house seafood chow mien was not good because the basil was overpowering and the noodles needed more sauce. They were too chewy and bland. The soup dumplings were the second best thing we ordered and they were a close second. The dumpling filling was literally bursting with flavor and made me forget everything wrong with my life. The pan fried bao buns had too much sesame for my taste personally, so I wasn't a fan. I'm letting all the bad stuff slide because of how delicious the honey walnut shrimp was 5/5 fasho

    Noodles were amazing... we got two different types of noodles. I forgot their names…read more One was a noodle with like a Shanghai style. The other noodle was black pepper. The noodles literally taste homemade. Their service was great at the beginning, but then the lady at the counter yell yelled at me for some reason... the vibe was really chilling there

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    Tasty Noodle House - Seating

    Seating

    Tasty Noodle House - Shanghai grilled pork bun

    Shanghai grilled pork bun

    Tasty Noodle House - Shanghai Style Chow Mein Thick Noodle

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