"One of Orange County’s staples, Mo Ran Gak has been serving up Korean barbecue in Garden Grove for over 24 years. Though the restaurant may have garnered initial acclaim for its infamous Pyongyang naengmyeon — which replicates cold buckwheat noodles hailing from North Korea — their Korean barbecue is also a frequent hit among visitors. The naengmyeon and grilled meat are a common pairing, as the refreshing tanginess of the cold broth cuts through the umami flavor of the beef and pork. One can’t go wrong with the various non-marinated and marinated meat combinations, which are accompanied by bowls of steamed egg and either soybean paste stew or seafood silken tofu stew." - Cathy Park
