The Biggest Los Angeles Restaurant Openings in August 2025 | Eater LA

"Arriving in Fullerton on August 11, this major Japanese-Korean fast-food chain brings its first U.S. location after decades of growth. Founded in 1972 by Shin Kyuk-ho in Japan—its name a portmanteau of Lotte and cafeteria—the brand topped 100 locations by 1977, entered South Korea in 1979, and now counts 1,300 stores there and more than 1,600 worldwide. It’s best known for unique fast-food staples like marinated bulgogi burgers, shrimp burgers, fried chicken, and the Jeonju Bibimbap Rice Burger served on gochujang-seasoned rice patties, and it’s known for tailoring menus to each market, so local exclusives are likely." - Mona Holmes