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Soowon Galbi

Korean BBQ Restaurant$$$$
MacArthur Park, Los Angeles
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    Andy W.
    "Get the galbi and let it sit on the grill for a while."(8 Tips)
    @jasonyi924
    "One of the best Korean BBQs in Koreatown."(2 Tips)
    Greta A.
    "my Favorite KBBQ Restaurant!"(2 Tips)
    Kevork K.
    "Delicious food, absolutely a must for good kalbi and kimchi."(4 Tips)
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  • Clement C.
    Clement ChiangDecember 12, 2014
    Hands down the best is the sirloin steak. We had the combo A, the best thing is the meat is really fresh and tender. Worth every dime toyboy here. Rare beef salad is very good too.
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  • Eater
    EaterMay 9, 2014
    Probably deserving of the first tier in Korean barbecue, this a la carte galbi joint does everything very well, for a moderate price increase over the all-you-can-eat establishments. Read more
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    Jonathan L.February 16, 2018
    Came all the the way from NYC to try this place and it lived up to the hype from friends back on the East Coast. Even if you just try the Galbi, it's 100% worth it.
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  • Kevork K.
    Kevork KazanjianOctober 27, 2014
    Delicious food, absolutely a must for good kalbi and kimchi. Wrap your meat in the sliced raffish, it's bomb. It is not all you can eat and they don't take Amex like foursquare says.
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    Yoni ZloczewskiDecember 9, 2019
    Where they excel is in all the Banchan. Really thoughtfully prepared and flavorful. The Service is also top rate. The Kalbi was well marinated.
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  • Jen L.
    Jen LinJuly 14, 2013
    Really really good KBBQ! Side dishes were all super yummy. I'm not a kimchee fan, but hubby and sister are and they say it was the best they've after had.
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  • Jane C.
    Jane ChuMay 7, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Long wait. Hands down best KBBQ in LA. Order the signature Soowon Galbi. For the daring, the yuk he (raw beef) is great as well. Go with a Korean, if you are not Korean for better service.
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  • sabrina m.
    sabrina mareeMarch 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I love their namesake cut, and the white and light green seaweed sides! Tried the seafood pancake for the first time tonight, dining partner loved it, I did not.
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  • DJ P.
    DJ PApril 26, 2019
    Set B FTW! Clutch to make a reservation with a large party but note they will cancel it if your're not there with everyone after 10 mins!
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  • Tony L.heart icon on user image
    Tony LeeSeptember 2, 2020
    Bit more on the expensive side, but it's delicious. Combo meals are fine and recommended for first time eaters!
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    PingJanuary 26, 2015
    Must to have Galbi. Little bit pricy but worth every penny.
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  • Kelley L.
    Kelley L.June 4, 2015
    The 갈비 (galbi or kalbi) is the best!!! $40 though. Pricey, but delicious!
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  • Carson B.heart icon on user image
    Carson BlackMay 16, 2015
    Literally everything is good here! But the short rib is where it's at! Holy crap, best Korean BBQ!
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  • Ian G.
    Ian GoltenApril 15, 2011
    My wife and I love thus place! The two of us have stuffed ourselves eating the combo designed for 4!? Yumm, tons of side dishes that are all you can eat.
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  • Der Y.heart icon on user image
    Der YaDecember 17, 2013
    Tried rib eye steak, very delicious! The grean salad and side dishes were also phenomenal
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  • Anthony T.heart icon on user image
    Anthony TsheringMay 28, 2017
    The rib eye is to die for.
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  • Shea Ling L.
    Shea Ling LeeSeptember 5, 2012
    Best korean barbeque ever! Super friendly service too! Have to come here again next time I’m back in LA.
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  • Andy W.heart icon on user image
    Andy WonJanuary 4, 2015
    Get the galbi and let it sit on the grill for a while. A nice char goes a long way.
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  • Jonah W.
    Jonah WeilandMarch 27, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    I've tried a number of KBBQ restaurants in K-Town and this by far is my favorite. No, it's not all-you-can-eat, but none of the AYCE restaurants come close to the quality of the food at this place.
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  • Greta A.
    Greta AndersonMarch 29, 2012
    This is my Favorite KBBQ Restaurant! High quality meat, delicious banchan and friendly service!
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  • Guapologaheart icon on user image
    GuapologaMarch 28, 2015
    Best (semi) kept secret as korean barbecue. Bad the waiters can push to much to eat fast and leave.
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  • Jinnie L.
    Jinnie LNovember 4, 2014
    pork neck is the best! n their galbi is pretty good too♥
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  • 420
    420November 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Their Kimchi is some of the best I've ever had... And I lived in Korea.
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    DApril 9, 2016
    Prime Galbi was delicious
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  • Keasha N.
    Keasha NicoleDecember 18, 2011
    Best quality KBBQ food I've had! Totally worth the splurge every once in a while!
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  • Gloria C.
    Gloria ChinApril 18, 2013
    get the pork belly, seafood pancake, rib eye. awesome side dishes
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  • @jasonyi924heart icon on user image
    @jasonyi924January 7, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the best Korean BBQs in Koreatown. This place is neck-and-neck with Chosun Galbee.
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  • Jane C.
    Jane ChuJune 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Hands down, best kalbi in Ktown. Quality of meat is awesome.
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  • Diandra U.
    Diandra UtomoApril 28, 2013
    The meat, side dishes, and kimchi jigae are really good, but some of the staff needs to be trained more.
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  • Dheart icon on user image
    DApril 9, 2016
    Thick cut pork belly
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  • T
    TApril 28, 2013
    Ask for Kay if you're a first timer, dude hooks it up!
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  • Karl H.heart icon on user image
    Karl HobartNovember 28, 2014
    Definitely a worthy alternative to Park's.
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  • BIGFOOT
    BIGFOOTMay 5, 2014
    They have mouthwash in the bathroom!!
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  • Calli Q.
    Calli QuellaJanuary 19, 2011
    The combos are an amazing deal and nothing beats the kind, fast and incredible service.
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  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
    Albert Aviles, chef of Corkbar, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Combo A. Read more
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  • AZ Productions
    AZ ProductionsFebruary 29, 2012
    DELICIOUS Korean BBQ with side dishes that are truly authentic
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  • Rita L.
    Rita LNovember 20, 2016
    Korean BBQ
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  • Dheart icon on user image
    DApril 9, 2016
    Kalbi for days
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  • Jason H.heart icon on user image
    Jason HongOctober 28, 2013
    Come see Danny. His service was great!
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  • Honza V.heart icon on user image
    Honza VuJuly 20, 2015
    Korean beef only! Any other stuff is just average...
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  • Nicholas C.
    Nicholas CApril 8, 2012
    Galbi, pork belly, rib eye steak all good
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  • Matei P.heart icon on user image
    Matei P.August 2, 2013
    First time for Korean and very much worth it!!
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    y contentMarch 2, 2019
    u already know the vibes bb 🌸
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  • Kent H.
    Kent HaFebruary 17, 2011
    Amazing food and service. I drive all the way from UCSB to eat here.
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  • Tricia P.heart icon on user image
    Tricia PopkyApril 25, 2018
    The combo meals
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  • Chris L.
    Chris LFebruary 5, 2014
    Most Authentic according to Jeff Miller
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  • Gabriel R.
    Gabriel RamugliaFebruary 15, 2011
    you can call ahead to be put on the waiting list to cut down your waiting time
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  • Phillip H.heart icon on user image
    Phillip HsiehJanuary 19, 2016
    Quality meat yummm
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  • Chris M.heart icon on user image
    Chris MaxwellJanuary 11, 2014
    Expensive but yum!
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  • Yevgeniy S.
    Yevgeniy SkazovskiNovember 5, 2011
    Calling in early doest help. Expect major delay.
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