Baekjeong Korean Barbecue Closes in Koreatown, Making Way for Origin | Eater LA

"When it opened in LA’s Koreatown 10 years ago, it revitalized a scene that had been languishing in the all-you-can-eat era of the aughts, bringing energy and crowds to its slot inside the historic Chapman Plaza. Opened by one of South Korea’s most famous television hosts and comedians, the restaurant drew fans aching for fresh cuts of galbi and prime outside skirt cooked on a combination gas-and-charcoal grill. Renamed more simply as Baekjeong (which means butcher), the chain has expanded to New York City, Torrance, Buena Park, San Jose, and Seattle, and its Buena Park location is described as offering an exciting dining experience that’s great for the whole family." - Matthew Kang