BTC by Chef Kang

I had the black bean noodle dish and it was good. Very light, not salty at all. This place opened 5 weeks ago and they make delicious food. Servers and staff were very friendly. There are plenty of seating, indoor and outdoor. I will definitely come back here and try more of their Korean inspired dishes and fast food items!

I came here to try it out on opening day with my mom and to our surprise, we were customer #1 & #2! Food was phenomenal, I don’t think I’ve ever had such an amazing burger. The chicken wings were very crispy, and delicious. Staff was amazingly friendly and helpful. You definitely gotta try this place if you’re in the area! There’s also a wide selection of food, so everyone will find something they like, and for the price, you really can’t go wrong.

Fantastic new Korean fusion food . Diverse menu with plenty of options. First time here and I had to try their street taco options: Beef Bulgogi, Spicy Galbi Beef Rib, Pulled Braised Beef, and Classic Marinated Beef. Definitely recommend the Spicy Galbi if you can handle a bit of spice. My companion got the Fried Mashed Potatoes (something ive never seen) and I tried some and they'll be a part of my next order for sure.

First visit! Had the burger combo (with fried kim chi on it). It was fantastic. Accompanied by waffle fries. The fries had an avocado sauce for dipping. The plate came with a little dish of potato salad and a little dish of egg salad, both surprisingly tasty. The staff are friendly. Can't wait to come back and try something different!

The wait is finally over, BTC is open! It was worth the wait, too! The Galbi Burger was excellent...juicy, well balanced sweetness & umami. I can't wait to try the rest of the menu. The waffle fries were seriously the best waffle fries I've ever had!!! The staff was very friendly and service was great. Looking forward to going back! Nice job, Chef Kang and great addition to the neighborhood!

The food was so tasty and made fresh! My chicken sandwich and fries were nice and hot. Each item had delicious, complex flavor. Please support this new business! The people are very hospitable.

We were very excited to try this place but were underwhelmed. For starters, they forgot an entire meal in our order, so things were not off to a good start. We had a party of 5 of 6 people trying a different dish. The hamburger was a no show. The black bean sauce korean noodles, while not flavorless, was not memorable. They were out of the short ribs so 2 people chose the next rib dish. They said it was just OK. It came in a tub with a lot of juice and a small side of rice. 2 people got the beef burritos, 2 different kinds. Those seemed to be the most memorable. The person who didnt receive their ordered hamburger got the appetizer which was chicken wings. They only ate a few and said they were “mid”. So while nothing was terrible, they did miss an entire meal (we are going back to get our money back tomorrow), everything was underwhelming. Also, the side portions were not consistent. One potato salad container looked to have a tablespoon while some had a “scoop”. We probably wont return.

Tastes great with good quality and portion size for the price. Was honestly a bit surprised to see my taco overflowing! If they came with a little lime wedge they'd be perfect. I had the classic burger and was really pleased. Not a lot of good burgers in the $8-$12 range and this one clears the competition handily. Fair warning, the "chicken tenders " are made with dark meat. Don't get me wrong, chicken dark meat is fantastic and indeed the chicken is very good!! But when I order "tenders", getting dark meat was a surprise. Maybe "Korean Style" should have tipped me off.

I got the pork bento box, my boyfriend got the galbi burger and a beef bulgogi taco- everything was delicious! Staff was very friendly and service was fast. Each element of the bento box was great and paired nicely together. 10/10 recommend!

Love what they're doing here. Super diverse menu with fried chicken, burgers, burritos. Flip the menu and it's Korean staples. Fried chicken sandwich is a winner, but the regular burger feels a little meager by comparison. Will keep returning to try out more of the menu: bulgogi, tacos, chili, kimchi stew, it's a wild mix!

We remember the slow transition of this building from KFC to Cherry on Top yogurt and poke (an interesting pairing). We saw the signs for "BTC by Chef Kang opening soon!" We looked forward to checking out this new establishment, we're glad we did! We had a family gathering there so we were able to try different dishes. Everything was great! I tried the Korean beef bulgolgi burger combo. The price seemed a bit high until the meal arrived. The portions are generous, along with good sides in add to the waffle fries. The burger was really good, I'd never had bulgolgi served in a burger before. I made a good choice. Other family members had the fried chicken sandwich (nicely prepared) and the chicken burrito (my son had to take it home, it was a lot). What I will try next time is the bento box. My brother-in-law and younger son both ordered the chicken cutlet curry bento. So much food, all of it good! The cutlet was wonderful, the curry a good compliment, it also came with potato salad, a green salad, a potato ball, a bit of chap chae noodles, picked radishes, marinated mushrooms, and a scoop of rice. Again, a lot of food that was a good value. The atmosphere is rather basic, but that's not why we went there. The cuisine is awesome. My brother-in-law was visiting from the East San Gabriel Valley, quite the distance, yet he wants another BTC visit. I'll be joining him!

My wife and I stopped by early on a Saturday evening (they are still in soft open mode, so they close at 7:00). The staff was really nice and super helpful. The menu features a wide assortment of Korean-inflected burgers, tacos and burritos, as well as more traditional Korean fare. We started with the fried chicken drumsticks. Half spicy Korean and half Spicy soy garlic. They were unbelievably good. May be the best fried chicken I've ever eaten and not for nothing, I've eaten a lot of fried chicken. Crunchy on the outside, but moist and juicy on the inside. No notes. My nod goes to the spicy Korean, which had some heat, but not too much, and was packed with flavor. We also had the signature braised ribs, which were literally fall off the bone tender. We went with the mild, which were really good, but will definitely check out the spicy next time. Last, but not least, we had the black bean noodles with pork. Delicious and well balanced, we both gave it a decided thumbs up. All in all, a very enjoyable and satisfying meal at a very good price. It's a great addition t the neighborhood and we can't wait to come back and continue working our way through the menu!

Excellent bento box value - two can dine on a big bento. Lots of unusual and tasty items -- potato croquette, stewed quail eggs, shrimp tempura -- that you don't often find in a Korean bento. The curry katsu pork was so Delish! Goes great with jasmine rice. The fried chicken drums were good, with sauces on the side. K-FC is all about the sauces. But IMO great fried chicken, like a great steak, needs no sauce. It's all about properly seasoning the batter and marinating the meat.

I didn't have high expectations, but this place really surprised me! The staff was attentive, friendly & the food was great! I got the kimchi fried rice w/spam. The rice, egg & spam were cooked well. The gochuchang sauce did not over power it at all. Also ordered a few tacos, which the meats were juicy & flavored well :) I will be back for more

I had the black bean noodle dish and it was good. Very light, not salty at all. This place opened 5 weeks ago and they make delicious food. Servers and staff were very friendly. There are plenty of seating, indoor and outdoor. I will definitely come back here and try more of their Korean inspired dishes and fast food items!

I visited this new restaurant today with my wife. We had the bulgogi burger and the fried chicken sandwich. Of the two, the burger was better. The chicken sandwich needed a little more kick. If I get it again, I'll ask for some hot sauce. What I liked about the sandwich was that they use dark meat. The service was very good. They treat you well and make sure you have everything you need. The place is spotless and comfortable. I can't wait to go back and try other items from the menu.

This is a good change in the area, by offering the Korean fusion cuisine. The menu have a lot of options, which in IMO the store should have a screen display or pictures for some of the customers to look at to help with deciding what to eat. Whenever I go to a fusion restaurant I like to test the water by ordering a familiar item like a burrito and see if the chef has pushed the limits or not so I ordered the galbi burrito. Inside there's beans, white rice, pico de gallo and the Korean short rib meat. It too a few bites to assess if I liked it or not. For me personally, I see it has some potential. I think the salsa was tart but lacked a punch to bring all the flavors together and the burrito needed a little sauce and moisture. It was a bit dry for my liking. I felt like if the chef wanted to get there with the fusion concept a gochujang salsa with push the flavors over the hill. So for those reasons, I say that burrito is right in the middle. Not too good and not too bad. Now the fried chicken drumsticks on the other hand is next level delicious. You can tell the chicken was brined because the meat had flavor and extra juicy when you first bite into it. I got the spicy soy flavor. Let me tell you, this beats the k.bbq fried chicken by miles. The batter is delicate and crunchy while the spicy soy hummms a bit bite after bite. For $9 for 4 pieces it's plenty of food for a single person and if you pair that with rice, might even be enough for 2 people. The chicken definitely stole the show for me and I'll put this as a must eat restaurant if you're flying out of LAX.

We had great tacos at BTC. The marinade used for the meat was delicious and honestly did not require any other toppings. We did try some of the salsa and enjoyed that too. Service is good you order up at the counter and then find a table to sit down. There is not quite a bit of ambience yet, but I think overtime that will improve. We also enjoyed the burger and chicken.

Chicken sandwich was all dark meat ! Yes is a sandwich but for a regular chicken sandwich should be chicken breast .! The waffle fries.! We're so so overly fried .! The Korean spicy chicken wings were so so extremely overly sweet.! So sweet that you can't even taste the wings.! The owner lady ! Needs to relax and not being so demeaning to the poor worker ! For a new business, she should be going around asking her potential regular customers., ask if everyone and and how is the food ! Instead, she stays in by the register looking around ...will i come back ! I don't think so ! Unless they make this place more welcoming.! Not like a hospital cafeteria.!

Fantastic new Korean fusion food . Diverse menu with plenty of options. First time here and I had to try their street taco options: Beef Bulgogi, Spicy Galbi Beef Rib, Pulled Braised Beef, and Classic Marinated Beef. Definitely recommend the Spicy Galbi if you can handle a bit of spice. My companion got the Fried Mashed Potatoes (something ive never seen) and I tried some and they'll be a part of my next order for sure.

The review about a dog given priority over human customers -- eye- opening! The dog was being fed from the table. Worse, its front paws were up on the table. The reviewes noticed the dog was not identified as a Service Dog in any way . The cashier suggested that the reviewers sit outside! Perhaps restaurants with outside seating can direct dog owners outside. The thought of muddy feet on my dining table is a turn-off. Many thanks to the reviewers.

Went for lunch and enjoyed everything we ordered! We tried the braised beef taco, bugolgi taco, the classic burger, potato balls, and the fried chicken. Portions were very generous which is appreciated since it's not a cheap place to eat (where is these days?). Quality was high, sauces were delicious, service was very friendly and the setting was clean and simple. The food is so flavorful and rich. I had one piece of small grizzle in my burger but overall the flavor was excellent! We'll be back! Nice to have a great new option in the neighborhood.

Korean food so good. Best fried chicken around! Can't believe it's fast food place!

Love Chef Kang's restaurants in ktown and so to my surprise to see something titled Chef Kang in west LA - can confirm it's all from the same person! I ordered the jjajangmyun (black bean noodles), fried chicken, and pork kimchi stew. I absolutely love the mackerel stew in ktown, so adjusting for the local crowd in west LA, I had high expectations for the pork kimchi stew too. Let's just say it remains the same great taste - well fermented kimchi is needed & it did not hold back! Definitely my favorite from my order. The noodles from the black bean noodles were only okay for me but the black bean sauce was excellent. I'd order this again in a heart beat when I crave it. And of course, the fried chicken!! Holy smokes this is better than other Korean fried chicken options around the area & comparable to ktown. The restaurant has space inside to sit and is still in its soft opening, so we opted for to go, but food is still great. The service and ordering is still in progress as they work through the kinks, but I am excited to revisit and sit down for a meal. For now, more than happy to still to go food again!

I had their Chicken Burger Combo and it was very good. Portion size was big too, and worth the money. Service is good and atmosphere is relaxed. I plan on coming back!

Excited about this legit Korean place on the Westside! We tried the wings (original and spicy Korean glaze), Jjajamgmyun (black bean noodles), and Kimchi pork belly stew. Everything had generous portions and great, authentic flavor. Can't wait to return and try other menu items!

7/23/25 - BTC (Burgers, Tacos, & Chicken) by Chef Kang has been open for only 1 month, & is having their Grand Opening. I tried it, & was delighted by the diverse & creative menu (example: Korean tacos, galbi hamburgers, bigolbi burrito, gigantic fried chicken wings with various homemade sauces, etc.). They also offer standard Korean food, tempura, & bento boxes. The food is very tasty. The hamburger & food portions are very large. The service is like fast food - order at the counter & select a table either indoors or outdoors for dining in. Their one public restroom is clean. The tricky parking lot access is only on Centinela Blvd., next to the Von's Market. I will definitely return with others for the food.

So happy to have a good authentic Korean spot on the west side! The bento box portion is HUGE. Really incredible selection of banchan and the meat is excellent quality. The fried chicken is also incredible - made a to-go order and 15 minutes after getting home it was still hot and crunchy. So happy BTC is in this spot.

I can't begin to describe how ecstatic I am this place is right down street from us. Even if it wasn't I'd drive across town to eat it. The fried mash potato balls and egg salad were insanely delicious!!! Every bite got better. And the Vegan Jjajangmyun was SOO HOMEY and comforting and also insanely delicious. The 2 girls in front were so great and helpful too helping us order. Can't wait to go back!!

Got a hamburger here today. Looked promising. Very clean place and friendly service. Got home and could not find one piece of edible meat. 100% gristle. Do not order!! If I can face it, I'd like to try the Korean food on the menu. But this was the most disgusting burger I remember having!

I got the beef bulgogi bento box to go and it was everything I could've hoped for and more. It had a ton of food and a great variety. Everything was delicious and while it was on the pricier side for takeout ($26), it was worth every penny!

So excited that Chef Kang, a well-known name in Koreatown for authentic Korean food and Korean American fusion, has opened up a new spot on the Westside! I've been a fan of his food for a while, so I couldn't wait to check this place out. We ordered the bulgogi burrito, bulgogi burger, and kalbi burger combo and everything was fantastic. The bulgogi burrito was massive, honestly bigger than my forearm, and packed with tender, flavorful beef, rice, veggies, and sauce. Definitely a must-try. The bulgogi burger was super juicy and delicious, though a little messy to eat (worth it). The kalbi burger was another standout ! loved that it was made with a kalbi patty instead of sliced short rib. It had that perfect sweet-savory marinade flavor that makes kalbi so good. The combo waffle fries were extra crispy, exactly how I like them, and the egg salad side was a nice, creamy touch. Highly recommend asking for their spicy mayo on the side, it was perfect for dipping the fries. The service was amazing too. They have a simple indoor area and a nice outdoor patio where we sat. The staff brought everything out to us, checked in a couple times to see if we needed anything, and offered extra sauces without us even asking. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. Overall, really happy to have BTC by Chef Kang in the neighborhood and can't wait to come back and try more. A great casual spot with big flavors and great hospitality.

I was hoping my first visit to this eatery could have been better. In fact, my husband and I were looking forward to enjoying a good experience. My hopes faded when we saw a couple dining inside with their undisciplined dog standing up with its front paws on the table. The dog was being fed from the table by its male owner. The lady at the register claimed that the dog was a service animal, but it was not wearing any forms of ID identifying that pet as being a service dog or working dog. Furthermore, a service dog does not beg its owner constantly for food, with its front paws on the table top. When I expressed my frustration to the woman at the cash register, she offered outside dining. I then asked her if outside dining was for me or the dog. She then apologized if I was offended. I hope this eatery does a better job respecting their paying customers and learn how to discern service animals from regular household pets. There are distinguishable behavioral patterns. Unfortunately, this business has lost two human customers, if that even matters to them.

I rarely leave reviews anymore but had to commend this restaurant for being one of the very few places serving authentic Korean food on the west side. I ordered the kimchi jjigae, japchae with bulgogi, and grilled galbi to-go and my parents who had just flown in from Korea approved! Would love to try their other dishes like galbi jjim and fried chicken next time :)

Tried this place out and it is great. Shared the burrito and kimchee fried rice. Can't wait to go back and try the other stuff. I'm done eating out at some of my other usual spots because they have become a total rip off. Pasta these days is like over $30 at some places. Pasta bolognese!! These guys are nuts. This place is half the price and twice the flavor. Shake shack is like $20 for a skimpy burger (where's the beef?) and fries. Will be making this a regular spot in the rotation for sure!

Standout Korean menu dishes: Korean fried chicken, bulgogi, black bean noodles, kimchi stew, banchan (potato salad, quail eggs, dried fish). Clean, spare room with quick efficient service. Wonderful to have on the Westside.

Tried BTC today and so far, so great. The chicken sandwich was crispy and full of veggies. The mashed potato balls were crunchy outside and creamy inside. The Jjajangmyun was tasty but next time we will get it a little spicier. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly helping guide us through the menu, answering lots of questions that encouraged another visit to try more, like the short ribs. We are welcoming BTC as the most interesting treat for the tastebuds in the neighborhood. It is definitely worth a visit

Korean fusion food. Everything was good. The Bulgolgi burger had great flavor and the chicken wings were massive and delicious. Will definitely come back to try more items. Service was fast and friendly.

Really happy I tried this! Delicious. 5 Friendly service, yummy food and sizable portions.

Being a fan of Korean cuisine, we had to try BTC by Chef Kang. There were so many tempting items on the menu that we had a difficult time choosing what to order. Since it was just the wife and I, we chose the galbi burrito, 6 piece fried chicken with soy garlic sauce and a spicy galbi taco. I have to say the food was spot on and extremely tasty! The fusion of Korean/Mexican in the burrito and taco worked so well with the green cilantro sauce that comes with each item. The soy garlic glaze on the crispy fried chicken really enhanced the flavor of the chicken. Each of the items were reasonably priced and was well worth it. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning soon to explore the many other tempting items on their menu.

We ate there yesterday at a private friends and family "invite only" soft open. Fantastic food all around! Fried chicken drumstick with hot Korean sauce, animal burger, Korean Bulgogi taco, braised beef short ribs, Korean hot wings, kitchen, chili... and more.. I can't even remember everything we tasted. It all had great flavors that you don't find every day. Very reasonable prices listed too! I cant wait until they open full time!

This place was highly needed in the area. When I was living in Ktown I remember eating at Chef Kang's Rehab and at SulBox. So good! I've only tried the fried chicken so far at BTC and it tastes the same as I remembered. Juicy, crispy and crunchy. Sometimes I also crave basic Korean dishes like kimchi jiggae or short ribs and I don't want to drive all the way to Ktown to get it. This place is in a much needed location. I think the menu still needs a bit of work as it was a bit confusing and the interior needs a little work, but I can tell they're still testing things out as it's only a soft opening. I'll definitely be back.

Just ordered take out. Everything was amazing!! The food was delicious. We ordered the soy glaze chicken wings. A must!! The pork belly stew and bulgogi burger with fries. Everything tasted fresh and flavors were on point. I will be back to try other items on the menu for sure.

I had the tastiest hamburger, looking forward to try the ribs, clean ,lovely and welcoming atmosphere.

Food is 10/10. If you love Korean food, chicken, burgers and tacos, look no further. This is the perfect all you can eat spot for a great value. Warms up your stomach, tings your taste buds, and puts you in a food COMA ! BEWARE !

We are so excited to have Chef Kang in the neighborhood. After months of awaiting the opening, today was the day. I stopped in and ordered off the "Authentic Korean Menu". The Pork Belly Kimchi Stew was full of flavor and served piping hot. The banchen/sides were also delicious - I especially enjoyed the glass noodle dish. Chef Kang and staff were very warm, welcoming and excited to describe the dishes. Can't wait to work my way through the menu!

Had a wide variety of foods and all dishes were delicious and authentic! Amazing staff & service. Convenient parking with a large lot.

Delicious food and a wide variety of Korean fusion! Great service and location as well.

Not sure what was better. The staff or the food. Both awesome! I also appreciate the simplicity of the interior. See ya tomorrow!!

We tried this place out for lunch today. What a great experience! Food was delicious, staff is friendly. Definitely will be back. The potato balls are a must. The Bulgogi burger is amazing and the chicken sandwich was crunchy and juicy! We will definitely be back!

I went to BTC by Chef Kang this weekend. I had a classic cheeseburger and the 4-piece fried chicken drumsticks. Both the burger and the chicken were reasonably priced, fresh and delicious. Also, the drumsticks were big. It was more food than I could eat in one sitting, so I brought two drumsticks home. I will definitely go back and I'm excited to try some of the more Korean-inspired and traditional Korean dishes.

Food was very very greasy and gross. Way too overpriced. Absolute waist of money. Threw away 85% of our food.

Galbi burger and burrito was fire looking forward to trying more things in the future

I ordered their vegetarian options and they were delicious! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend trying out this new spot!

I forgot to take a picture but food was amazing ! Great flavor, good customer service, recommend highly ! I tried the Korean burger 5/5!!