Here’s Where to Eat L.A.’s Best Korean Barbecue

Hungry for a delectable sliver of pork belly, some bulgogi, and a bowl of sujebi on the side? These are Koreatown’s finest barbecue joints.

Kang Ho-Dong Baekjeong

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Named in honor of a Korean wrestler turned comedian, the popular spot is like a night out in Seoul. It doesn’t accept reservations, but get your name on the list—it’s worth the wait.

Park’s BBQ

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Since 2003, the joint has been thrilling throngs of fans with American wagyu beef and some of the best banchan in the neighborhood.

Byul Gopchang

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Granted, the name means “star intestine,” but expect more than just offal. The sujebi (dough-flake soup) tastes of the homeland.

Oo-Kook

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The namesake lunch dish here is beef soup. By sundown the two-story spot is swarming with barbecue bargain hunters willing to endure nightmarish valet parking for the all-you-can-eat deal: $27 per person.

MooDaePo II

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Don’t let the big-screen TVs and pounding music deter you from one of the top AYCE places. Nab a table before the post-8 p.m. crush.