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    4.6 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
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    The boil
    David C.

    Well, just doing a quick update because they added cajun boil to their menu. In fact, for $50 you can get AYCE boil and KBBQ. I don't know how anyone could eat enough to get their money's worth, but that's what is going down. Also during the weekdays Mon-Thurs, they have a late Happy Hour where the KBBQ has a few less meat choices but is only like $29.99, so that is highly recommended. So how was the cajun boil? Honestly, not horrible but not exactly good either. Any cajun boil lives and dies by the success of their house sauce, and unfortunately theirs is not balance and noticeably too sour. It's not something I'd eat here again. I'd rather go to Grab-A-Crab or Submarine Crab (my favorite). Still, their KBBQ is still a great deal. Quality meats, a cheap late night Happy Hour for the last 90 minutes they're open on weeknights, good sauces (except for the bean dip for the lettuce wraps which is way too dark and doesn't taste right), and lots of small side dishes like gyoza and sweet buns, and french fries, and popcorn chicken. This is still my current go to for KBBQ AYCE. It an get busy, especially on the weekend, and lots of people come in with large parties. But during the week it's usually not a problem walking right in. Still highly recommended!

    Harrison W.

    This place reminds me of a phrase "jack of all trades, master of none". After watching the short videos from social media about their special and I decided to gave it a try. I had high expectations because of their rating but I was disappointed. I really wanted the seafood broil to be good and it was no where near the well known popular seafood broil restaurant. I think I can make it taste better than this. Sushi was on par with ordinary Chinese buffet quality and nothing special. The meat was chewy and ventilation was not great. Like I said I was expecting better experience given their regular price. For some people, it would be ok for the food quality and selection with their special price but not for me. Service was good though. They regularly come around to check if everything was ok.

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    Jennie N.

    I'd consider myself a regular at Wow Cow now that I've been here at least 5 times. The meat quality and selection are great, the food bar always has fresh sides and sushi, and the price is really unbeatable. Service is also fantastic as putting in orders without delay is never an issue. I'd highly recommend Wow Cow to anyone looking for AYCE KBBQ in the SGV area! I'd highly

    Evan K.

    After visiting Action Bowling lanes, I stopped by Wow Cow Korean BBQ shortly before closing time. It wasn't too busy and got seated right away. Inside is very vibrant with neon signs, KAWS custom figures, and bright lights. With the Happy Hour being very limited, we went for the Premium meats to try their wide assortment of cuts. Some of our favorites included the Prime Rib finger, wagyu short plate and brisket. I tried premium beef tongue and small intestine for the first time, I liked the beef tongue more. Small intestine freaked me out but was good when it was crispy and charred. This spot is perfect for big groups but I thought some of the cuts had a lot of fat than other spots. Just didn't hit like I wanted it to.

    Maria Lia M.

    Not new on our list of KBBQ places but now will come back more often. Just added: AYCE Seafood Boil. We ordered shrimp, crawfish, mussels, clams. And for your first order, your choice of snow crab or lobster tail. Seafood was fresh, cooked just right, and with their WOW signature sauce that's garlicky, spicy, and not too salty. YUM!!! Service was fast, efficient, and friendly (as always). Great spot for lunch or dinner when you can't choose between meat and seafood.

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    Fiona T.

    Sashimi! Wagyu BBQ! Cajun seafood! I want them all for all-you-can-eat, and yes -- dreams come true at Wow Cow. The space is huge! There are lots of claw machines and even a buffet area with sushi and banchan. The main highlight is definitely the Cajun seafood . You can enjoy it 3 ways: * Cajun seafood all-you-can-eat - $40 * BBQ all-you-can-eat  - Premium $50  - Deluxe $40 * Add $15 to include Cajun seafood with your BBQ AYCE * Or order Cajun seafood a la carte (they also have a la carte sushi) What I loved / recommend: * Lobster and snow crab in the Cajun seafood -- elite experience * Quail eggs, shrimp, sausage, and corn in the Cajun seafood -- the classic combo * Wagyu short plate and beef tongue from the BBQ * And yes... unlimited ice cream to finish! --- Price & Options: * Cajun Seafood All-You-Can-Eat - $40 * BBQ All-You-Can-Eat  - Premium $50  - Deluxe $40 * Add $15 to include Cajun Seafood AYCE with your BBQ AYCE * Cajun seafood also available à la carte * À la carte sushi available too What I loved / recommend: * Lobster and snow crab in the Cajun seafood -- elite experience * Quail eggs, shrimp, sausage, and corn in the Cajun seafood -- classic combo * Wagyu short plate and beef tongue from the BBQ * Unlimited ice cream to finish At Wow Cow you can literally enjoy sashimi, wagyu BBQ, and Cajun seafood all in one spot -- perfect for big appetites! IG: socalhkfoodies

    Roxy B.

    I love the food! Specially the dessert. The employees so friendly The ambiance it's like home. All I can say it's I love this place

    Hubert L.

    I was hungry with a friend of walking for pokemon go fest. We really wanted something meaty and hearty and wow cow fit just the bill. We came on a weekend later in the day at night. The wait can be long so definitely call ahead. It took us 30 minutes to get seated. That being said, service before and during the meal was good. The decor is epic- giant kaws statue with chrome. The meat and service were both pretty good, with banchan being good but not leaving a strong impression. Is it fast and value? Yep. Is it the best kbbq I've had? No, but it gets the job done. Worth a stop for sure!

    Dianna H.

    Food and service was great! Definitely will comeback also thank you Rachel for everything

    Ray Z.

    The shrimp was just okay, but the crawfish? Really really nice. Big, juicy, and full of flavor. Definitely the best part of the meal. For an all-you-can-eat spot, this place is good for the price. Solid deal with Korean BBQ and seafood boil together.

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    Sandi T.

    The service today was subpar, definitely not what we're used to. There were some new servers, maybe that was the issue. When we sat down, the new server mentioned we could only order three sides, which was unusual. After clarifying, she took our order, but then we barely saw anyone else. The wait times were huge, and it took forever to pay. The food was good, but with multiple tables visibly upset, it's clear the service was lacking. As people who frequent here often it was pretty disappointing.

    Abby G.

    This place was okay for what it is. I like how they have seafood boil and KBBQ. They also have different tiers for the meats. I liked their LA galbi.

    Jenny K.

    Not everything is pictured but at the moment for their 2 years anniversary, they have a promotion running for $49.99. That includes all you can eat kbbq, sushi, and seafood boils. Their side bar has a good variety of selections too. Plus the interior is clean and their decors are very unique. Make you feel like you're on a different planet. Staffs are friendly and very attentive! Quality for food is also here. Smaller meat selection on the menu but hey who's to complain about the price.

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    They have great service, and the food is always fresh, delicious, and satisfying, and great ambiance.

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    We are here for family dinner. Meat is fresh. Rachael provides excellent service. Definitely will come back again.

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    Are they still offering charcoal grill? I mostly see the regular gas grills in all the reviews pictures.

    Hi, currant is gas grill only

    Are the sides or appetizers are included with all you can eat? Or is it separate that we have to pay?

    All sides and appetizers all included.

    Do you guys still have the AYCE lunch special? And what is included if you guys do?

    Yes we do have lunch special is $29.99 include meats ,sides and sushi.

    Do the restaurant phone work? ive tried calling so many times and nobody amswers the phone

    The phones work but if you're calling to book a reservation then don't bother. They only do walk ins.

    What time is happy hour?

    Happy Hour: Monday-Friday, 11:00-3:00pm Monday-Thursday, 9:00pm-Closed(Midnight)

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes , please call 626-542-3895 for more information. Thank you

    Is there a kid's price?

    It's a height thing kids under 4 ft are free over that is half price

    Your phone line has not been working for the past few days, will this be fixed soon?

    Sorry about, we just talked to phone company, they will fixed soon.

    Is this a buffet style?

    Is AYCE , please coming or check us photos on yelp.

    Do you have rice paper?

    Yes, we have rice paper

    When do you have the charcoal grilling option available?

    Yes, it will be available on the patio only during the weekends starting from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Thank you!

    Is there a Private Room available? Looking to book a celebratory lunch for 13 to 15 guests?

    Is there a two people party minimum policy for AYCE? I like to dine in alone

    Hi Gary, yes we do have 2 people party minimum policy.

    Is this place all you can. Eat?

    Yes is AYCE here

    What's the price per person?

    When are you going to open? El Monte needs korean food... I need korean food so bad.. 😫

    They soft opened today! I went for lunch, great food and cool environment~

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    Bar Blossom

    Bar Blossom

    4.7
    (37 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    This location is nestled in a food market building. The section of the bar is a bit small on the…read moreinside, but extends outside as well. What is awesome about this, and I'm sure the other businesses within this market hall is that they have televisions to play sports. The bartender was attentive and courteous. The glasses for the drinks was ice cold. Great place to kick back and relax. For the dudes, don't sweat about it being called bar blossom, it's still a great place to chill and catch the game, a hidden gem. On the plus note, they do allow food inside their area.

    Came to try bar blossom because they had an asian inspired drink menu. It is located in the Blossom…read moreFood Hall. We ordered the cucumber lycheetini, peach mojito and the New England IPA. The cucumber lycheetini and the peach mojito were super refreshing and delicious. Both were super strong but you couldn't taste the alcohol in it which made it super dangerous. The drinks weren't super sweet either and had the perfect amount of sweetness. You can really taste the cucumber and lychee in the cocktail. Same for the peach mojito. The peach flavor was apparent. My partner enjoyed the New England IPA and said it was good! Service was excellent. The bartenders there were all kind and friendly. There is plenty of seating inside the food hall and the bar section is a dedicated 21+ section so there is some dedicated bar seating. They have last call at 9:30 since they close at 10 pm on Fridays so we made sure to get our last orders in. There is plenty of parking on the side and behind the food hall and on the street. Would come back!

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    The 626 Bar - Billiards

    The 626 Bar - Billiards

    4.2
    (111 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Come here to test your checker skills with the local checker champion in an oddly tense ambience…read morethat feels more competitive than welcoming. Bring your own food. It's interesting I promise.

    This was a fun place. We had dinner reservations but ended up being way early. A little…read moremiscommunication which lead us here. You would think trying to find a bar nearby was easy. It's just off one of the Main Street. I haven't spent anytime in this city so everything was all new to me. We found street parking right out front but did noticed when we got inside that they had a parking lot out back. The place isn't that big. A dive bar of sort but was quite nice. One side is the bar and counter while the other side host three pool tables. There's also a couple of hi top table in the middle. They did offer happy hour everyday from 4-8 pm with free pool. And free pool Tuesday Thursday and Sunday all day. Drinks specials offered as well. We only popped in for a drink which was glad to know that happy hour was happening. The bartender behind was sweet. It wasn't that busy when we walked in. Bartender and a couple people utilizing the pool table. It was pretty chill but I'm sure it can get busy later on in the evening. Drinks specials offered were quite nice for the price. We also tried their spicy margaritas which was great. Bartender knows his skills. Also, a quick round of pool. The vibe was mellow and chill. Don't know if the music changes often but it was somewhat metal that was going on when we walked in. Crowd was great as they were all there for the same reason. Drinks and pool. Overall, it was a cool place for a pint and pool. Somewhere people meet up for drinks.

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    The Dive Oyster Bar

    The Dive Oyster Bar

    4.2
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    Haven't been to the Dive in a while and I decided to drop by for a business dinner. We got plenty…read moreof appetizers and two entrees share. Out of the appetizers, the sprouts was the one that surprised me the most. The bacon and seasoning complement the baked Brussels sprouts perfectly. The calamari was whatever, I felt it was too battery for my personal liking but my friend loved it. The oysters were smaller than what I usually get from other restaurant but it still hit the spot. The entree was amazing and the jambalaya has quite a kick to it even when I ordered it at medium heat. There was plenty of shrimp, mussels, sausages, and protein in the pasta and rice dish. Parking in the plaza was atrocious because it is a busy plaza with a gym and other amazing restaurants and quick bites. Can't wait to stop by again.

    The two of us stopped by on a Monday afternoon for happy hour. There were plenty of empty tables,…read moreand we were seated quickly. The environment is family-friendly, with several tables occupied by kids and families. Just be aware that the music and overall noise level are fairly loud. Service was attentive and they checked up on us regularly. We ordered 2 dozen oysters ($1.50 each), the fish and chips ($11.50), mussels and clams ($10.50), and a beer. The oysters were fresh, mostly clean, and came with the usual accompaniments. My only minor complaint is that small seafood forks would have been nice to have available. The mussels and clams were the disappointment of the meal. While the broth itself was flavorful, the portion was downright sad. We received only 4 mussels and 4 clams total, and the bowl felt almost empty. The standout was definitely the fish and chips. Dare I say the best fish and chips I've ever had? The batter was well-seasoned without being overly salty. The fish was crispy, hot, flaky, and surprisingly not too greasy. The fries were also excellent, with a crunchy exterior and fluffy, mashed potato-like interior. I would absolutely order this again. Overall, for happy hour, come for the fresh oysters and fish and chips. Skip the embarrassingly skimpy bowl of mussels and clams.

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