We ordered the Deluxe package, which is slightly more expensive than some other KBBQ spots. One thing to note is that they don't have separate lunch and dinner pricing--it's one price throughout the day. That being said, I think the price is justified by the quality and selection of the meat. Compared to the basic packages at other KBBQ restaurants, TK92 had a much better variety and the meat tasted fresh and high quality. One of the fun things they do is a timer game when you first arrive--you try to stop the timer at exactly 0.92 seconds for a chance to win a free meal! We were told that people actually do win, so definitely give it a try. They also had a great selection of sides. The Korean pancake was definitely one of my favorites. It was crunchy and super flavorful. Service was good throughout our meal, and parking was really convenient. They have underground parking with a 3-hour time limit, which is more than enough time for KBBQ. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here. It's a little pricier than some other KBBQ options, especially since there's no separate lunch pricing, but the meat quality, selection, sides, and overall experience make it worth it. Would definitely recommend! read more

See all

Havent been here since covid and i think quality did get a little better since. They have a wait area where yiu can play claw machine and some arcade games or drink at the bar area. They had gdragons highball and of course i had to try both. I do prefer the black one over the red. Service wasnt too bad except the server did forget some stuff but when he saw us, he remembered. But we also had a group of 20 so it was probably over whelming. My favorite wouldve been the scallops and beef tongue. Tables are a bit small so it felt like we always had to nake room to squeeze things. Also saw a jinro frog soju machine. Since i didnt get soju im not sure if they offer it to use or if someone brought their own to use. read more

See all

Love the vibe in this KBBQ! I came to eat with a larger party and thankfully, they provided us with two separate circle grills. When you walk into the restaurant, you can do the time challenge and if you hit the right time they have posted, they will comp your meal. We opted for the more expensive side which was only a few dollars extra compared to the basic menu. We did try all of the premium meats (obviously) and none of them really stood out to the table. The TK92 premium galibi was extremely tough and chewy. I also thought that brisket was kinda mid. The only thing that really stood out were the marinated meats. The bulgogi hot pot was kind of unexpected since it was a sweet udon soup dish. The fried dumplings were popular amongst our table! They're also pretty strict with the time limit. read more

See all

I love how interactive they are by letting each person play a game before being seated. If you hit ".92" you get a free meal. My bf surprisingly got it so he ate for free! The meat here is pretty good. I also liked the sides that they had, like the buldak noodles and scallion pancakes (they were dangerously yummy since it can be very filling!) Overall, the servers here are amazing. They're constantly checking in to see if we wanted more meat, needed a grill change, or if the air vent was properly lowered, etc. Def will be back for this affordable KBBQ spot! read more

TK92 Korean BBQ - 1 free meal for winning the game heheh - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

See all

Came over to try out this kbbq spot recently. They have good portions, servers came around for orders in a timely fashion and changed our grill when needed. My favorites were the green onion pancake, steamed eggs, boneless short ribs, & LA galbi. I liked that there was a good amount of variety as that is what I tend to look for in AYCE! read more

See all

Visited TK92 with my wife and family on a busy weekend and was seated after about a 30 minute wait time. There's no online queue or reservations so watch out for that. The waiting area is pretty big, kind of like a lounge with a arcade on the side, very aesthetic and spacious. Parking - Free above and underground lot, spacious overall and plentiful. One fun aesthetic about this spot is that you can play game to see if you can hit "0.92" on the machine, if you do then you get your meal for FREE, but of course it's very hard. My brother got 0.91 so it was quite close, nonetheless, a little fun experience before you get seated. There's plenty of tables here and it's very spacious between you and the other diners in the restaurant. It can get a bit stuffy with all the smoke from the grill but other than that, very clean overall with plenty of staff walking around. Each staff is designated to a specific area and they're all pretty quick. They're friendly as well which is a nice gesture to see. With how busy it is, they're always on the move and they got some of our orders wrong along with missed orders which is understandable. All the meats that we've tried were so delicious, personal favorite goes to the bulgogi, beef belly, and brisket. All the cuts were very good and not too fatty which is the best part. The bonchon is great as well, plenty of options and most of them are what you usually see at standard Korean restaurants. Personal favorite goes to the fish cake, a bit spicy but very delicious overall. Besides the meat cuts, I love their kimchi fried rice, although it used to be bigger portions and come in a Korean lunch box, now it's just a small bowl, still tasty regardless. Also love their steamed egg, super puffy and very delicious, not too salty either. Overall, one of the best KBBQ spots not only in SGV but all of California/US/Worldwide. They have so much meat cuts, many non meat options as well, great staff, clean restaurant, and most of all, very delicious foods. Happy that TK92 is still consistent and high quality after all these years. read more

See all

We tried the $39.99 Deluxe AYCE tier at TK92 in San Gabriel. The scallops were the highlight of the meal. They were fresh and tasty, although they came in the shell and were on the smaller side. We also really enjoyed the steamed egg, K-ramen, and fried dumplings. The kimchi fried rice, cheese fondue, and tofu stew were just okay and didn't really stand out. As for the meats, the quality was average and not what I'd consider premium. The beef brisket was especially a bit rough and chewy. The restaurant was also a little noisy, making it harder to have a conversation. Service was quick. Overall, it's a decent AYCE spot for the price. read more

See all

Attentive service, great menu selection and the atmosphere is almost like a night market but indoors. We had the Premium menu and it's worth it! Just come early on weekends, our wait was 1.5 hours. Get lucky on the game and win a free meal! read more

TK92 Korean BBQ - Menu - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

See all

Great ayce kbbq spot if in the 626 area without having to go to LA! We waited 45 mins for them to open because we didn't know they didn't open until after 5pm. Food was great and staff was great. It was a pretty big place. We didn't expect it to be that deep inside. They did mess up on our receipt so it was a little inconvenient to run multiple charges. But it's fine. It happens. Kimchi was off tasting but they brought a different batch. They ran out of some things but no biggie They have a button to push for a certain time and you can win a meal. So that's exciting. The decor is nice as well. Parking can be a hassle if you come at a busy time. It looks like it'll be crazy fighting for parking when chubby group opens their restaurant in that plaza. But will be back. Lovely place for kbbq read more

See all

I visited TK92 Korean BBQ with my husband, and we had such a great experience. It's an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ spot, but honestly, it felt even more "Korean" than some places back in Korea. The interior is decorated with a Taekwon V theme, which was so unique and nostalgic. It really brought back old memories and gave us that authentic Korean vibe, which we loved. The food quality and variety were excellent, and everything we tried was delicious. Service was also very friendly and attentive. Since it's a very popular place, there can be a wait, and sometimes the servers are quite busy so food might come out a bit slower--but they were always kind and did their best to take care of us. Overall, we really enjoyed our visit and would definitely come back! read more

See all

** TLDR ** SLOW service, expect char-coated grills and avoided gazes. The only consistency is their bait-and-switch tactic on premium cuts of meat which are already limited in quantity AND their lack of attention for grill changes. - - - - - - I've long had TK92 on my list and thought it was a must-try... turns out it's actually a must avoid! Parking is by far the best part, since there's plenty of underground parking. When you enter, there is a gundam-like vibe. Reservations are allowed, but note that tables only really seat 4. It's hard to have larger parties, and you will be split between more than one table. (And 18%+ gratuity will still be required even if you can't sit at the same table.) With only a $3 price difference, it's so tempting to order the most expensive menu. The meats the first round were amazing. However, after ordering the same meats again, the meats that were very tough and rubbery. While the meats were highly inconsistent, there were two consistent things. The first were the limited scallops, and the second was the lack of service. Our servers barely came by, and our grill was often charred to the point where you could've told me it was a charcoal machine for a grill pan, and I'd believe you. Overall, TK92 easily ranks as the biggest disappointment for AYCE KBBQ that I've had in a while. read more

See all

First time trying Tk92 and it's a good local kBBQ spot. I'll give this place 3.5/5. We came here for my brother's birthday and we decided to give this spot a try. The parking upstairs is a little small but they have an underground lot. They have a nice interior space and was robot themed so that was cool to see. They had a bar in the front but it wasn't in use and seemed to be more of a service space. They had a game in the front for everyone to try to get a free meal but none of us won unfortunately, but it was fun to try. We had a decent party size that they accomodated but the tables and walkways were quite small. It wad hard to walk around and the waiter's had to walk one ways down aisles sometimes. It would've been nicer if the tables were spaced a little further apart from one another as the spaces were a little tight but it was tolerable. We gave the premium option a try and tried variety of meats. The banchan was nice and there was a good selection of sides. We tried the k-ramen and tofu stew. I liked the bean sprouts in the soup and it went well with the oily meats. My family also liked the stew. Other people got the cheese corn and kimchi fried rice and liked it. The brisket was alright and to be expected. Personally just not a favorite but my table liked it. The pork belly and beef belly weren't bad. The premium meats were nice and I quite liked the galbi and marinated short rib. The beef tongue was also pretty good. The scallops were just alright and not really flavorful but it was nice to have it as an option. I wish I had more of a stomach to try other meats, but the food was really delicious. We unfortunately had an ice cream cake and it melted a bit in the fridge but they were accommodating of the birthday celebration by providing us with plates and utensils. Everyone enjoyed the barbecue and liked the restaurant. We would likely come back one day. read more

TK92 Korean BBQ - Bbq - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

So happy with our first visit here tonight. The service was great , everyone was friendly and very attentive. The food was very good. We ordered brisket , beef belly , short ribs , steamed egg , fried dumplings & some more goodies. Our family really was pleased with our dinner. Not to mention the restaurant itself is very cute , it's spacious but decorated nicely. They even have a Photo Booth and some claw machines . I would definitely come back here. read more

See all

TK92 is a solid spot for AYCE kbbq in the SGV! The price is great especially for the premium meats for $40 per person. I love the meat selections which includes the premium big bone galbi, marinated beef short rib, boneless short rib, and scallops! I do wish they had more options for non-marinated meats (premium galbi and the beef short rib). The sides are pretty good here as well, my favorite is the scallion pancake! Service was quick and the servers would consistently check on our table making sure we have our next round of meat and asked if we need more water or sides. I love how spacious the place feels with the high ceiling, the seating area isn't too packed and crowded. I'm glad to have finally tried TK92 read more

See all

One of the best AYCE KBBQ spots in the area. Well priced and quality meats. We went with the premium meats for $40 pp and were very happy with the quality and variety of meat options. Tough to find KBBQ spots with both quality & quantity and glad that this place delivered! Excellent selection of sides too. Service was excellent, wait staff were constantly checking in to see if we needed to order more items or change grills. Good assortment of ban chan too. Loved the interior of the restaurant as well, ample seating, good lighting and well ventilated. Would love if dessert was offered here to make it a 5/5! Hope to see this spot continue with the great meat quality as business continues! read more

See all

Service, food, ambiance. TK92 Korean BBQ killed it. 5 stars for a fun dining experience! The meat selection was pretty impressive. Appreciated that there were full steaks as an option in the basic package. The chimichurri sauce, omg. The steamed egg, spicy ramen and spicy tofu complemented each bite. Great quality overall. The decor was nostalgic, the music was upbeat and the seating was clean. Servers were smiley and helpful! read more

See all

How is it possible to have AYCE boneless short rib at a KBBQ?! Crazy but i was instantly sold! The interior is super fun Gundam-themed, which makes it feel different from your typical spot. We went on a Saturday night and waited a little under an hour since they only take reservations for parties of 6+. Luckily, there's an arcade area, bar, and photo booth to keep you entertained. The servers were friendly and efficient, and the meats came out fast every time. We got the $40 premium set and the special galbi was my favorite! Only thing I noticed was we weren't offered a grill change, but the grill stayed pretty clean and didn't burn fast so it wasn't a big deal. Overall, definitely worth the wait and we'd come back again. read more

See all

Dat bih gah Good food and good drinks + good vibes The service was fast and friendly The wheel spent in the front give u a chance to eat for free Love the design and the meat quality was great 3 word: Dat Bih Gah read more

See all

Omg what a great spot! All you can eat premium is SO worth the price of $40. Sides were yummy and endless. Meat was fresh and delicious. The restaurant interior is so cute and unique. Definitely gets busy here be ready to wait. read more

I'm not a 626 native, but my friend who is took us here and wow- what a unique restaurant! As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with an old video games/comics vibe with a recurring blue robot character decorated all around the interior, which was so cool to look at. There were also claw machines, a photobooth, arcade games, and a foosball table. A fun addition to this game-like ambience was the opportunity to win a free meal if you managed to press a button at exactly 0.92 second (you only get 1 try though). We opted for the deluxe tier and for the price you pay, you get a LOT of food options, which I think is worth the value. We ordered LA galbi, steak, beef belly, beef brisket, pork belly, rib fingers, bulgogi, steamed egg, scallion pancake, and corn cheese. I thought the belly and brisket were too dry for my liking, and no matter how much sauce I submerged these meats in, the dryness prevailed. I did like the thicker cut meats though, as they didn't dry out and were more flavorful. The side dishes were unlimited (yay!). I'm curious to know if the premium meats make a huge difference in terms of quality and taste. Service was very attentive and friendly. I'm not sure what communication system they use (they all seem to have ear pieces), but for how all the tables are set up and hard to easily access as servers, they are super fast and constantly check up to make sure you have everything you need. Overall, I'm impressed with the ambience, service, and price point. I would come here again if I was in the area and wanted AYCE without having to totally break the bank for decent meats. read more

See all

THIS IS HANDS DOWN THE BEST KBBQ IN THE 626!! I was so impressed with how good the service was here. The servers were SO attentative and were checking in on us very often. Shout out to Eric as well for always checking in on us and offering some suggestions for meats and other foods to order. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant and love the decor on the walls. I will 100% be back. read more

See all

On the pricier side of KBBQ but it is worth it! It was 36.99 per person but the quality of meats, service, and vibes all reflect the premium. They had so many sides that you could order that came with the standard AYCE price, so there is definitely something for everyone. If you are looking for a premium KBBQ spot this is the one! read more

Absolutely amazing. We came in with a group of Nine for a business trip, many of us never had Kbbq before but we were taken care of with such care and attentiveness. Will definitely come again next time in LA. Thank you to the TK92 team and Kennith for the amazing service. read more

So this is an updated review because I was pescatarian for 5 years and just started eating meat again! This was my first Korean bbq in the states this year!! And they just changed their menu! Now I haven't been here in awhile but the quality is still so good! Lots of dishes, meats and diversity you can order!! I came on Halloween and the staff was all dressed up as someone bald! Our server David was really nice! He was gru!!! And all the other coworkers were very helpful, very collaborative and speedy service. We would order our meet and it would come within 2 minutes. It was fairly busy too! We loved the tk92 galbi!! Which is in the premium menu. It's 40 bucks per person that's not bad at all! We also enjoyed all their marinated meats (usually I don't but it was good nice quality) and I love how frequently they change their grill! I didn't think it was too too sweet I enjoyed it with their chimichuri sauce or regular sesame oil and salt! Oh and the bulldak noodles and ramen hit the spot!!! Scallion pancake is too oily, also the corn cheese comes in a tiny metal container... it was inconvenient to eat but probably easier to clean! Thanks for a wonderful time once again! Our group of 4 drank soju, beer and really enjoyed ourselves! I will definitely be back! read more

See all

It's good for AYCE kbbq in the SGV area but it's really mediocre overall. Meat was ok but marinade is SUPER sweet. Price wise there's only a $3 difference between regular and premium which is really nice for getting better cuts without a crazy markup. Parking is easy too since there's an underground lot. Taste wise though...the marinades are VERYYYY sweet like sickly sweet, would not recommend. The brisket was also hit or miss. The first round was great and we ordered another and it turned out more dry and chewy. Meat wise nothing was very wow or memorable it was just ok. The appetizers are good though! Steamed egg is nice and fluffy and there's Buldak fire noodles and spicy (maybe shin?) ramen too. The banchan and salad wasn't good, but they do have radish wraps and rice paper. For sauces, we asked for soybean paste and salt+sesame oil to dip. They also give you garlic and jalapeños upon request. It was good for kbbq in this area if you're craving it just so you don't have to drive far .... But if you want a really good meal I'd rather just commit to driving further for good food at around this price point. read more

TK92 Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I came here on a Sunday night, and the experience was good! I went with a party of 5 people, and weirdly enough, they preferred to separate us into two booths that were next to each other, but I would have preferred us to share a big table. Anyway, the meat quality here is pretty good for a AYCE Korean BBQ place and the meats cooked fast on the grill. I think my favorite meat was the seasoned boneless short rib, which was very tender. The sides were delicious as well. The ventilation was good enough (even though the smoke kept going one direction towards the person I was sitting at the table with). Service was very friendly and they were fast with every request that our party asked them to do. For $40, it's not a bad value for good AYCE Korean BBQ. read more

My new rav kbbq spot in sgv Love the meat quality! Lots of choices & great drinks too Shoutout Kenneth for the awesome service! Can't wait to be back again read more

See all

One of my favorite kbbq places. Better than a lot of AYCE in ktown imo! They can get really busy so be prepared for a wait. They have 2 options for AYCE and servers are all really professional and attentive with orders. Having been a server before, I was super impressed with the wait staff. They were super diligent! All of their cuts of meat are great! The only think I don't love is that it gets really smoky in the restaurant. The ventilation could be better. Amazing vintage theme and worth checking out! read more

This is hands down one of my go-to KBBQ spots in SoCal! The quality of the meat is always solid, service is consistent, and I've noticed most people share the same experience here. Location & Parking TK92 is tucked inside Life Plaza Center on Valley Blvd (west of Del Mar Ave). If you're pulling in, the restaurant is on the bottom left corner of the first floor. Parking can be a little tricky--there's a tiny upper lot with maybe 10-15 spots, but most of the time you'll end up in the underground structure. Heads up: once you're underground, say goodbye to your phone signal. The Setup Walking in, you go down a hallway that passes an arcade (yes, random but fun) and leads to a waiting area with sofas and chairs. There's even a sit-down bar in that area, but it's hardly used nowadays. Once you step in further, the counter is on your left and that's where you'll get greeted. ‍ Service & Food Servers are attentive and actually check in throughout the meal, which I really appreciate. The meat quality is legit, and they have different menu tiers depending on what you want to spend. Honestly, the basic level works just fine for me--it's still tasty and filling. Overall TK92 is a spot I always come back to because they deliver the same good service and food every time. If you're craving KBBQ and want a reliable choice in the area, I'd definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

See all

Got the deluxe BBQ option. Lots of yummy side dishes. The standout items for me were the steamed egg, steak and the beef belly. The marinated kalbi was also good. I've definitely had better brisket elsewhere and the rib fingers were tough to chew so don't think I'll get that next time. The service was great, servers were very attentive and frequently come to check to ask if you want to order more food. One thing is I wish they had the option for metal spoons. They only have plastic spoons when they are serving boiling foods in hot pots like the tofu soup soups and steamed eggs. read more

See all

Came here for Sunday lunch with my friends - and we seated right away! Their menu is all you can eat, and we splurge for the premium option! All of their cuts of meat are fresh and tender. My favorite would be the beef tongue and the premium galbi! Our server, Derrick, was attentive and insured that her experience here was nothing less of perfect! He always came back to ensure that our waters were filled, and that our grill was changed! This is a great everyday spot to enjoy your lunch or dinner, or even a fun place to go to on a Friday or Saturday night for a drink and delicious food! Will be back read more

Solid place - good variety of meat. (Meat quality is great.) Banchans and other side dishes like the dumplings, cold noodles, and egg were really good as well. Compared to other places we've been to, this is top on our lists for the price and quality - You don't leave with that really heavy feeling at the end of the meal. I think it has to do with the quality of the food and food preparation (it's not overly seasoned with salt or sugar). Which is important when going for AYCE KBBQ. Staff is friendly, always checking to see if you want to place a new order and are constantly changing out the grills, we probably went through atleast 4 grill changes (you're never having to flag someone down). 9 out of 10 for me! read more

See all

Great service delicious food. Super friendly and accommodating They aren't too cheap to ventilate the restaurant and nothing caught on fire. A win! read more

Above average to excellent cuts of meat. Totally reasonable prices without cutting corners on the food. Great servers who work hard for the customers. read more

The wait has died down here from about two years ago. I went on a Sunday night and the wait was only 10 minutes. It was a nice surprise that they changed their menu to add more items but kept the same price. I was really impressed by the changes they made. I only really liked their beef tongue before and the other meats, I felt like quality was lacking. However with the changes now, their woodae galbi and boneless short rib was excellent quality. Their corn cheese also changed for the better to be much sweeter. Their scallops was fresh and I was so impressed. I've never seen a kbbq spot serve fresh scallops before. The ambiance is still super cool with old school art and unique pieces everywhere. I recommend to give this place a try again if y'all have been before. read more

TK92 Korean BBQ - Beef tongue and woodae galbi. - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

A Japanese themed Mazinga all you can eat Korean bbq bumpin hiphop and R&B music in San Gabriel? LFG!!!!!! Food is good! The meats, sides, and the bonchon are all good. We had kalbi, bulgogi, rib fingers, and pork belly. All were good. We also had mandoo, pancakes, and kimchi fried rice. You cook the meats yourself so you get to go at your own pace and not feel rushed. The servers are also all very nice. Patient and attentive. They came by a lot to change out our grill for a clean one and refilled our bonchon so many times! Looking forward to coming back! read more

See all

Great food, service, and ambiance! Derek provided excellent service. Would definitely return. :)

Fun place where you can get an opportunity for 1 free meal per party if you get 92 on the game. Food was good with good banchans but I will say the smoke catcher was not doing its thing because it was more so blowing sideways at my daughter the whole time. Brisket, jowl, bulgogi, galbi, rib fingers, pork belly with rice paper and sliced radish and some good kimchi. I'll be back read more

Decent, fairly priced AYCE Korean BBQ in the area and a great spot to hang out with a group of friends. Just keep in mind they have a 90-minute dining limit, and you can only order up to four plates at a time. The servers are always nice and friendly, and the quality of the meat is solid, especially the beef brisket and beef tongue. The corn cheese is our favorite. Overall, this is still my go-to AYCE Korean BBQ and will always be my first choice whenever I'm craving BBQ. read more

TK92 is one of the best kbbq spots in the 626 to me ... and I've tried a good amount in this area ! This is in a trendy spot in 626... off of Valley Blvd with all the other yummy popular 626 foodie spots :-) We made reservations a few days prior & got seated quickly with no problems. For a Friday night.. I was surprised to see it wasn't too packed. The last time I came we waited a long time to get seated. My favorite meats/dishes were: - Beef Tongue - Beef Brisket - Kimchi Rice - Beef Rib - Seafood Pancake The way I kept eating so much of the seafood pancake while waiting for the meat to come out ... SO good. I was really sad when I found out they didn't have corn cheese but I would automatically give them 5 stars if they did D: nonetheless, still SOOO good I will 100000% be back soon :-) read more

See all