Los Angeles Food | Newly Opened Korean BBQ AYCE 🥩🔥

It’s been a while since I last visited Brea Mall! This time, I gathered with friends for a fun get-together—there are just so many great food options between LA and OC! We decided to meet in Brea, right in between, partly because of its convenient location. Considering the notorious evening traffic between LA and Irvine 🚗💨, we agreed to pick a spot near Brea and have a pre-Halloween feast! 🎃 So we settled on this Korean BBQ place. Since it’s close to Brea Mall, it’s super convenient to swing by after a shopping spree 🛍️🍽️. We went for the standard AYCE option at 43 (there’s also a premium tier for 55). Even though it’s all-you-can-eat, the quality is seriously impressive—I’d say it’s even better than some à la carte BBQ spots! The meat feels almost like Japanese steakhouse “Omakase” grade 🥢💫. The interior is clean and nicely decorated, and since it’s newly opened, the vibe is fresh and trendy! ✨ 🔹 In the evenings and on weekends, they play upbeat music 🎶—perfect for hanging out with friends, family, or coworkers! Great for sharing good food, drinks, and lively conversations in a cool setting 🍻. (Lights dim at night—super cozy and ideal for a drink or two!) 🔹 Located in a large plaza with plenty of parking 🚗. 🔹 Here’s a fun secret 😉— This BBQ spot uses alkaline water! 💧 Their filtered water goes through four stages of purification. It’s super clean, and they say it’s good for your skin too. Drink up! 🥩 Must-Try Items: ✔️ Korean-style galbi: So flavorful—you can hear the sizzle on the grill! ✔️ Grilled shrimp: Marinated perfectly and grilled just right 🍤. ✔️ Cube-cut rib finger: Tender, juicy, and well-seasoned. ✔️ Grilled clams 🐚. 🥗 Sides & Extras: ✔️ Steamed egg: A must-order—it helps balance out the rich BBQ flavors. ✔️ Korean salad: A refreshing starter 🥬. We were too full this time to try the ribeye, matcha pork belly, curry pork belly, beef tongue, or shrimp… but there’s always next time! The variety is seriously impressive. Have you been here yet? What’s your go-to order at a Korean BBQ spot? Share your favorites below! 👇🥰 356 Korean BBQ & Bar 📍 2445 East Imperial Highway H, Brea CA 92821 #LAEats #LALife #IrvineFood #SoCalFood #OCFood #LifeInLA #IrvineArea #ThingsToDoInLA #IrvineKoreanFood #LAKoreanBBQ #AYCE #FoodieFind #BBQLovers #KoreanGrill #NewInTown #EatLikeALocal