Genwa Korean BBQ (Downtown LA)

It’s great, food is good but not something I would go back to. Very pricey for a meal, the food is just good, the service is ok, but the atmosphere is amazing.

This was my first time in LA and my first time at a Korean BBQ restaurant. It was fabulous. There was so much food (as you can see in the pictures). It all came fast and furious to our table. I had the waygu beef short ribs, and my friends had the tempura lobster tail, seafood pancake, and bibimbap. The bartender came to our table to craft me a drink that I would like, after my first two choices were unsuccessful. His choice (Japanese Slipper)was perfect for me. We had at least 3 different servers come to our table to assist us in explaining the dishes, bringing our food, and cooking our food. All the food was great. The waygu was fabulous! I stayed away from some of the spicy side dishes/sauces, but I enjoyed trying everything. Most things, however, were not too spicy for me. It was a great experience that I will not forget.

Local friends recommended this place and it didn't disappoint. The service was outstanding. Our server was the nicest, most polite, and attentive guy you could ask for. We ordered a ton of food as one does when getting Korean BBQ, and every dish was exquisite. The meat was delicious and the sides were refilled regularly as we were scarfing them down. I ordered the steak on a whim and I can't tell you enough about how good it was. So much flavor! The soju and beer kept us smiling. The bill was quite high at the end but expected due to the location, quality food, and service. Highly recommend trying this place out.

Parking: Finding parking in Downtown LA is always a challenge. Metered street parking is available until 8 PM, except on Sundays. Additionally, there is a public parking lot behind 7-Eleven across the restaurant on S Grand Ave, which requires a fee. To avoid the hassle of parking, we decided to walk to the restaurant. Service: Upon our arrival, our server, Christina L., warmly greeted us and escorted us to our table. We had a pleasant experience with her service. We visited on a Thursday at 3 PM and found ourselves as the only customers there. Ambiance: Genwa Korean BBQ sets itself apart from typical AYCE KBBQ joints with its upscale ambiance. The restaurant is conveniently located on a corner, making it easy to spot. Inside, there is a cozy bar that offers a selection of alcoholic beverages. Menu and Ordering: Genwa's menu includes a lunch menu on weekdays from 12 PM to 3 PM, excluding holidays. Unfortunately, we arrived a few minutes after the cutoff time, and the server informed us that the ordering system switches promptly at 3 PM. Although we were disappointed, we understood the policy. The menu at Genwa diverges from the traditional AYCE KBBQ experience and features a range of higher-priced options. They provide set courses labeled A to E, each tailored to a specific number of people, with higher-letter courses being more expensive. I have attached pictures of the menu for detailed course descriptions and other offerings. Food Quality and Preparation: The Banchan (Korean side dishes) at Genwa were delicious, and we appreciated that they offered unlimited refills. The quality of the meat was noticeably superior to that of typical AYCE KBBQ places. The bulgogi stood out as one of the best dishes, and we wished we had received larger portions of all the meats in our Course C. The Dolsot Bibimbap, which came towards the end of the meat course, didn't meet our expectations. We would have preferred some basic white rice to complement our meat. We enjoyed the fact that our server cooked the meat for us entirely. Dessert: For dessert, we opted for the Hotteok, a Korean sweet pancake served with a choice of vanilla or green tea ice cream for $20. Unfortunately, the portion size didn't meet our expectations for three people, and the flavor didn't quite justify the premium price tag. We had a more satisfying hotteok experience at a different AYCE KBBQ restaurant where you could order as many as you desired. I will attach a picture of the Hotteok for reference. Value for Price: Genwa Korean BBQ offers an upscale a la carte experience, with higher prices reflecting the quality of the meat. However, considering the relatively small portion sizes of our course and overall satisfaction, the cost left us somewhat disappointed. The final bill for Course C and dessert amounted to $70+, which we found to be on the steep side when splitting it between three people. Overall Impression: Genwa Korean BBQ is worth considering if you're looking for an upscale a la carte KBBQ experience in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. I would rate our experience at Genwa Korean BBQ as 3 out of 5 stars. The restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, delivers high-quality food, and ensures you won't leave smelling like meat! However, the combination of high prices, small portions, and the challenge of street parking makes it a less appealing dining option. If you're seeking a more budget-friendly experience, Koreatown, just 3 miles away, offers plenty of options. Genwa is better suited for date nights, meat enthusiasts, or corporate gatherings. Date and Time of Visit: June 2023 on a Thursday at 3:00 PM

Only if the price can be a lil cheaper. Plus a 20% automatic gratuity, it was nearly $100 per pax. However, our server was well trained in grilling like the local “ajumma”. And he was accurate on the food portions, a huge plus! Overall, attentive service, quality ingredients, but a bit pricy.

Amazing food and service! Awesome Korean Experience! Thank you Fabrício, you could not do better! We will be back! #MustGoPlace

We had dinner at Genwa last Saturday around 7:40. They didn't get reservation when I call them, so I just walked in and was waiting more than 10 minutes for table. We ordered Bulgogi, Pajeon, Mushroom bulgogi and steamed eggs (Gyeran jjim). They served so many Banchans which are pretty good side dishes. Foods was all good decorated and tasted.

We were the first to dine in when the restaurant open for business on a Saturday. We avoided having to wait coming for lunch. This was highly recommended by our Co worker. This place is so good! The food is delicious. The Bachan selections plentiful! It went around the BBQ grill. My kids enjoyed the food. There is parking across the street and street parking. The staff is very friendly.

We came in for a late dinner and didn't realize Genwa closed at 10pm lol so we only had an hour to have dinner, which was totally fine! This location seemed pretty empty, there were sooo many tables open and there was only about 2 other parties here. It is also street parking around here. This is more of your fine dining kbbq. Decor was more classy and even pour water in wine glasses haha. We ordered a set course to share and a few others, I wasn't too exactly sure what we ordered tbh since my friend took care of orders haha. Although, the whole meat selection here was really good! The servers were also sooo quick to service us, but that's maybe because we were the last customers. Our waitress grilled all the meat so quickly and efficiently, all our food kept coming out so fast, it was the fastest service I ever experienced at at kbbq haha. Meat quality is great, the whole variety of banchan was tasty, everything was really good! The service here was the best! There was one meat in particular I really liked, I wasn't sure what it was, but it was so soft and tender, so good!

The first thing on the menu, don't remember what it's called, fed me and my date perfectly. Short rib, pork, noodles, fried rice, soup, and salad, not to mention 11 different types of kimchi, small snacks. No brainer option for K BBQ in Downtown LA.

Every thing about this place is 5 stars and you will have to pay for the great food and atmosphere. This is one of our most favorite places for Korean BBQ. The service is fantastic and the food is even better! Plus they give you a large variety of panchan (Korean side dishes), which they will refill anytime. If you are trying Korean BBQ for the first time, go here!

Genwa Korean BBQ in Downtown LA is a great place for a meal. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, and the service is excellent. They served 18 different banchan, all fresh and tasty. The meats were cooked perfectly at our table--really tender and full of flavor. The staff made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. It's a little expensive, but the quality and experience make it worth the price. Definitely a top choice for Korean BBQ fans!

Always enjoy going here. It's a nice quiet and intimate space. We went here on a Monday evening so it wasn't very busy. Food was very delicious and came out very fast. Honestly it might have come out a little too fast! Nonetheless, really friendly staff and an impressive variety of banchan. Will definitely be going back!

My first visit to a Korean BBQ place and I chose Genwa Korean BBQ Steakhouse, it was an unforgettable culinary journey. The impeccable service at this restaurant sets a new standard for excellence, while the food is simply outstanding. Opting for the top package, we were treated to a feast of epic proportions. From the savory house bulgogi steak to the luxurious Wagyu beef, every bite was a delight. The addition of delectable seafood offerings such as shrimp and lobster elevated the experience even further. Concluding the meal with a delightful dessert, I was left thoroughly impressed. Genwa Korean BBQ Steakhouse is truly a gem not to be missed.

I initially had a bad experience here when they first opened years ago, but I've been here many, many times since then because I live really close by, and I have to admit... it's become one of my favorite places to dine at regularly for quality, delicious, and comfortable Korean BBQ. I've also tried many of their non-bbq Korean dishes and everything has been delish *chef's kiss* Yeah it's a little pricey, but the quality of the meats is consistently superb and the service is reliably top notch and friendly...and they grill everything for you. Another huge reason I go here is because it's never too overly crowded and you can almost get seated immediately.

I finally got to try Genwa Korean BBQ after walking by it for the past 3 years lol. We arrived around 5pm and were instantly seated. First thing we noticed after sitting in the booth is the dusty cutout wall decors next to us. It just looked as if it hasn't been wiped for a hot minute. Otherwise, restaurant ambiance is wonderful for date night and servers were friendly. We ordered Combo B and the price of $179.00 is ridiculously more expensive than the higher end KBBQ joints like Kang Ho Dong Baekjong or Parks BBQ in Koreatown just a few miles away. For the amount of food, I can't justify coming here as there were only three types of beef: brisket, short rib, and galbi, bibimbap (our choice as opposed to tofu or kimchi stew), and a bottle of flavored soju. I get the variety of banchan as one of the selling points for Genwa, but to be honest, I only liked half of them. The meats were delicious with good marbling. As for the bibimbap, it was a bit flavorless since I don't like spicy and the flavoring came from this red sauce. Overall, I'm glad I got to try Genwa but I probably won't be back. The idea of a KBBQ restaurant within walking distance is great but the convenience does not justify the hefty price tag.

Service was excellent, cook the meat for you. Ventilation was good - important . Meat quality was above average, good. Bonchan was unlimited and delicious. 4 stars because the price to value isn't there, we left paying about $100/each and everyone still had an appetite for more food. Would prefer Gangnam station in Koreatown (ayce)

Talk about superior service walking into this establishment thinking we had a reservation for eight finding out we were at the wrong location not only did they accommodate our party, but they went above and beyond for us as well the most friendliest staff helped walk us through the menu, guided us with what would fit for our party And also helped us cook wonderful selection of sides too many to go over some very interesting some not so great but all fun to experience great cuts of meat, juicy and flavorful clean grills that did not burn our food location had dim lighting modern decorations over all cool vibe ordered the course that was set for 4 to 5 people fed up to eight of us Such a great experience

Great Korean food!! We loved the little dishes, the bibimbop and the bulgogi. Very nice service and delicious food!!! Don't know much about allergies so tell them and ask several times.

Fatty went to Genwa Korean BBQ in downtown LA with work crew for lunch. We all got the lunch special and be aware, lunch special items are cooked in the kitchen; only regular menu items would be cooked at the table during lunch. The side dishes were impressive and came with complimentary refills. Fatty got mul naengmyeon combo with galbi. The noodles were refreshing, and the galbi was tender. Both dishes were flavorful and tasty. Service was decent, they would come to us when we wave. The only thing we didn't like was the price. For the two items, it was $65 after tax and tips (20%). Not an everyday meal but once in awhile could be nice.

Combo A was great and more than enough food for two. Shortrib and beef bulgogi were both phenomenal. Comes with salad, soup, fixings, and delicious glass noodles which had a great peanut flavor. We got sake and Anna gave us a taste of soju. She and the rest of the team provided amazing service. Best kbbq downtown!

Came here for Father's Day and this place was a-ok. Not too bad but not the best kbbq I've had. They provided an impressive number of side dishes though! However, they were all too sweet (I think they adjusted the flavor to cater to the non-Korean crowd maybe?). They were going for the upscale kbbq vibe in dtla and I don't think that vibe really jived with me. The food and meat were too pricey for what they were in my opinion. It's one of those places that are fun to try out once.

Walking in, you do not hear the city. The lighting and design were gorgeous. We simply looked up Korean bbq near us (LA area) after going to the Natural History Museum. Our server (I wish I got her name) was absolutely wonderful on august 6th (Sunday). She was attentive, and even had a short conversation with our son, which made him feel special! Marking this place for the books to go again and to share witty friends. Oh the food? Well if you haven't guessed by now the good was Delicious!! We got the C-Combo (all beef) with the side of egg and Cass beer. All of it is to remember!!

First time trying this place after hearing a lot about it. Service was great and there was a paid parking lot across the street. I was told it was hard to get reservations or there would be a wait but thankfully we came during a non busy time. We ordered the M1 combo, beef tongue, galbi tang, and baby octopus noodles. The meat quality is probably the best I've had, but it did come along with a price. It is more on the higher end if you don't like spending too much on Korean bbq.

Great food, personally attended to by our fantastic server and the owner Jeannie. The banchan was beautifully prepared--the kimchee, the bibimbap, and tofu stew stood out as stellar.

Parking: Finding parking in Downtown Los Angeles is always challenging. There are metered street parking options (timed until 8 PM except Sundays) as well as a public parking lot behind 7-Eleven across the restaurant on S Grand Ave, where a fee is required. To avoid parking hassles, we opted to walk to the restaurant. Service: Our server, Christina L., greeted us and escorted us to our table. We had no complaints about her service. We visited on a Thursday at 3 PM and we were the only ones there. I suspect it gets busier during the evening hours. Ambiance: Its upscale ambiance distinguishes itself from the typical AYCE KBBQ joints I'm accustomed to. The restaurant is conveniently located at a corner spot, making it easily identifiable. Inside, there's a cozy bar offering a diverse selection of alcoholic beverages. Menu and Ordering: Genwa's menu offers a lunch menu on weekdays from 12 PM to 3 PM (except holidays). Unfortunately, we missed the cutoff time by a few minutes, and the server informed us that the ordering system switches promptly at 3 PM. Although disappointed, we understood. The menu diverges from the traditional AYCE KBBQ experience, featuring a range of higher-priced options. They provide set courses labeled A to E, each tailored to a specific number of people, with higher-letter courses being more expensive. For detailed course descriptions and other offerings, I've attached pictures of the menu. Food Quality and Preparation: The Banchan (Korean side dishes) were pretty good, with as many refills as we want. The quality of the meat was noticeably superior to that of typical AYCE KBBQ establishments. The bulgogi was among the best and I really wished it was a bigger portion for ALL the meats in our course (we ordered Course C). The Dolsot Bibimbap wasn't the best, we honestly would've preferred some basic white rice to eat alongside with our meat. The Dolsot Bibimbap actually came towards the END of the course of meat which was surprising to me. We appreciated that our server entirely cooked the meat for us. Dessert: We ordered the Hotteok (a Korean sweet pancake) served with a choice of vanilla or green tea ice cream for $20. Unfortunately, the portion size fell short of our expectations for three people, and the flavor didn't quite match the premium price tag. We had a more satisfying hotteok experience at a different AYCE KBBQ restaurant, where you could even order as many as you desired. I will attach a picture of the Hotteok. Value for Price: Genwa Korean BBQ offers an upscale A La Carte experience, with the higher prices reflecting the quality of the meat. However, considering the relatively small portion sizes of our course and overall satisfaction, the cost left us disappointed. The final bill for Course C and dessert amounted to $70+ split between three people, which we found to be on the steep side. Overall Impression: If you're seeking an upscale A La Carte KBBQ experience in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, Genwa Korean BBQ is worth considering. I'm rating this experience at Genwa Korean BBQ a 3 out of 5 stars. The restaurant boasts a pleasant ambiance, delivers high-quality food, and ensures you won't leave smelling like KBBQ! However, the combination of high prices, small portions, and street parking makes it a less appealing dining option. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly experience, you'll find plenty of options in Koreatown, just 3 miles away. Genwa is better suited for date nights, meat enthusiasts, or corporate gatherings. Date and Time of Visit: June 2023 on a Thursday at 3:00 PM

Came to celebrate a friend's birthday and we all enjoyed the food. Friendly staff. I think it came out to be $100 a person.

Food: I ordered the galbi, ribeye steak, and spicy pork. Everything was amazing (and a little pricey $$$, but you pay for what you get.). The server also brought plates of Korean side dishes which we didn't even order! The kimchi was a fresh pallette cleanser between bites of delicious meat. My favorite was the spicy pork, but honestly you can't go wrong with any of them! Service: I gave 5 stars, but I wish I could give 6 because the service was AMAZING. Our server, Anne, was extremely attentive and polite. She cooked our meat to perfection! She gave an explanation on what each side dish was and the best way to enjoy Korean BBQ. Her smile was infectious and genuinely seemed happy to serve our table. I can confidently say I will be back thanks to this wonderful server! Ambiance: The restaurant interior was really clean and had a professional vibe. The perfect place for meeting a date, client, or co-worker (or just a fancy night out in downtown LA).

The staff is nice, polite and attentive. This place might be more suitable for group dining as the menu choice is limited for solo dining. The price for the main course is on the high side but the side dishes have a wide variety. The taste of side dishes are much better than the main dish.

Services was great ! Deco was nice. Trendy. Very clean restaurant. Food was good. Location is good too.

Genwa Korean BBQ offers an exceptional dining experience with its high-quality food, quiet and intimate atmosphere, and excellent service. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making every visit enjoyable. From appetizers and salads to the BBQ meat, everything is deliciously prepared, ensuring a memorable meal every time. Me and my family had an excellent experience and planning to come back.

My colleagues and I walked in expecting to grill our own meets, actively flag down our server for refills of water, banchans, and maybe another bottle of soju. We were pleasantly proven wrong. I can honestly say that I have never been to a korean bbq restaurant that serves 18 banchans (side dishes) and also have a dedicated server who would grill, cut, and even serve the meat. This was truly a full service experience. Their menu is straight forward and extensive. We opted with B Course which serves 3 people. The course came with house salad, Chadolbagi (thinly sliced beef brisket), Jumuluk (short steak), Galbi (short rib), soju. We also had a choice between Sundubu, Doenjang Jjigae, Kimchi Jjigae, or Dolsot Bibimbap. We chose the Dolsot Bibimbap (hot stone bibimbap). We started our dinner by toasting our soju glasses. We chose the grapefruit soju. The parade of banchans and dipping sauces arrived and our server arranged them around the grill. The Dolsot Bibimbap quickly followed and was mixed and served into our dishes. The plates of meats came and our server immediately took charge. We didn't even touch the tongs. The meats were perfectly cooked and our server even suggested which dipping sauce to use. Everything was delicious. They even offered us refills on the banchans. Our water glasses was always refilled and frequent check-ins occurred during throughout the meal. Serving portion is spot on and the B Course perfectly feeds 3 people. The price is actually reasonable given the service and quality of food. I'm saving this spot under my "must return" list when in LA.

Higher end Korean bbq place where everything is tasty and great for the meat lover: we had pork belly, ribs & brogogii. If you don't go nuts, expect to pay $80-100 per person.

My husband and I decided we wanted to eat here on date night! The staff was so kind and friendly! We ordered the course for two people and got bulgogi and galbi! It came with japchae and dolsot bibimbap! The waitress cooked it for us and the meat was so tender and moist! I also added a steamed egg on the side. I definitely think it was worth the price and hype! I'll be back for my Korean fix!

I have been to Genwa a few times, and I've found larger parties are great. We generally order from the courses since it has a variety of meat options and their banchan options are super strong. Love that they cook all the meat for you, and servers are super attentive. ENJOY!

Great service and staff here. They make an effort to check for proof of vaccination so thats a plus. You're paying for quality here so prices can get pretty steep. Meats were delicious and they offer a huge selection of small sides.

Perfect location for meet up after work. It does have a waiting time always. But I've never waited longer than 20 min which gives me enough time to puff. The food and music are great. The servers are quick and helpful. It's a beautiful place to stop by and eat. Totally worth the wait and looking for parking is a little though but they have a $5 parking across from them.

When a friend wanted fancy KBBQ, fancy KBBQ it is. Since it is located in DTLA, parking was a bit tricky but I eventually found street parking two blocks away. Once inside, the space is dark and sexy with a classy touch. I mean, your water is in a wine glass! We ordered a la carte for a party of 5 and had 3 orders of Chadolbagi (beef brisket) ($45/16oz), Woosul (beef tongue) ($45/12oz), Galbi-Jim (braised short ribs) ($60), Steamed Egg ($7.50), and 3 bowls of Rice ($2.50 each). It was the chadolbagi/beef brisket that really won me over here. The thinly sliced beef was so tender and just melted in your mouth. I really can't say I've ever had that kind of taste when it comes to KBBQ. The quality is definitely there and you pay for this experience. It was so good that we had added another to our order. The Galbi-Jim was also amazing. Another dish that was full of flavor and meat so tender that easily fell off the bone. In addition, they have the hugest array of banchans with 18 different options. There were some really unique banchans that I've never seen before and all equally delicious. The food is top notch here, but the service fell short. We struggled to get their attention all throughout dinner, including trying to get a broken glass cleaned up. Plus, it was strange that they would start cooking the meats for us and then leave halfway without saying anything. Nonetheless, worth the experience here for some really high quality KBBQ.

Food was pretty good. I have to commend the servers for trying their best to provide super service but they were extremely short staffed. They had 2 servers who were doing everything from taking orders, serving, cleaning and bartending. Their food spicy level is far more than most places but they do 'non spice'. My big complaints are the prices. They charge $33 for soondobu. You could make it, just as good, for probably $5. A small bowl of salted Edamame was $10. It's the only real sit down Korean restaurant in downtown LA so they have location going for them. I just can't make myself pay those prices for what you're getting.

OUTRAGEOUSLY EXPENSIVE!!! Went with 9 people for a fun interactive dinner and was amazed at the price gouging! My friends ordered a sampler platter which might be the way to go as far as bang for buck, but I ordered salmon 41$ which came precooked and super dry. I wanted a small side of the soft tofu soup not even thinking about the price and it cost 33$ a small soup!? The sake I normally order at a Japanese restaurant was 27$ for 300ml. The most I have ever paid for the same was maybe 15? Food was good but just ok. Definitely not worth the money for sure. Make sure you want to drop some serious cash for ok food before booking. The actual restaurant is nice inside and staff was friendly, but it leaves a bitter memory when you get the bill

Overall, this was some of the best korean food I've had in socal. We went with the shrimp tempura, galbi, spicy chicken, bulgolgi dolsot bibimbap, and a kimchi sundubu. Both the main dishes and the banchan were of excellent quality. The galbi was well marinated and the sauce was a pretty good complement to it. The bibimbap and sundubu really hit the spot. Teh tempura was lightly fried and perfect. Their steamed egg was also done right, which sounds weird because it's so simple, but I've had some not so great ones before. The only thing I thought had an odd flavor to it was the chicken. It was tasty, but the sauce seemed more like a chinese sauce than what I'm used to in a spicy korean sauce. The bill seemed quite expensive for what we ate, but I guess that's all relative.

The food was good the service not up to par. We arrived and sat at 8:30 and right after we ordered they said BTW we are closing the kitchen in 30min! So we placed all the orders ASAP. What was annoying is that they brought us only 1 round of meat for us to cook ourselves. Everything else they brought out cooked because they probably wanted to leave asap. It was an annoying experience. We felt very rushed I was really looking forward to coming here, bt one time was enough! 1. They have a bunch of small sides (but half of those are unnecessary) 2. Good food 3. Good drink menu 4. Not the best service 5. $$$ for The amount they serve

Delicious food. The meat is so fresh! All of the sides they will refill whenever you need. Although j wish it were all you can eat, I'll come here again and again! Very clean on the inside! They have temperature checks when you walk in. Staff there to greet you!

Everything is good here! Service is amazing! It's more upscale than an all you can eat KBBQ. Good for a date or a party. Parking is a bit tough because it's DTLA but there's a paid parking lot across the street with a very short walk.

Paid a visit to my fellow actor friend, then told him I wanted AYCE Korean BBQ, but instead he took me to this place and told me he needed me to experience this. So I had tried a la carte Korean restaurant before, it ain't cheap, but you got better quality meats and I guess also enough food to not go crazy for more plus my friend like to drink while eating. So he picked course B which was good enough for 2-3 people included chadolgalbi, jumuluk, galbi, plus Bibimbap and soju. I like the fact that the server will come and cook the meats for you on the spot and the grill wasn't on too high so the meats were cooked evenly, and we got time to talk instead of busy watching how the meat get seared. The banchan here were amazing and versatile, they landed out in a circle around the grill and they will keep refilling them for you if you run out, no steamed rice provided here which was a good thing cause I didn't want to waste any food. We ended order another galbi on the side, and I really enjoyed their Lycheetini cocktail. Now that I got my first taste on of the higher tier Korean BBQ, I will have to come back again and try their more expensive combo with wagyu and seafood :) I did ask my friend if Hollywood actors would eat like this every day on their salary because I can't afford it lol

Such a solid spot for Korean BBQ in DTla. It's not Ayce which I really enjoy. Not a fan of Ayce spots. The quality at Genwa is good. Highly Recommend: Bulgogi and Short Rib

Finally got the chance to try this kbbq place and definitely love it. Ambiance is definitely different than normal kbbq, it's more upscale and less smoky. We ordered Course A which is pretty much good for 2 people. Lots of food and the banchan sampling was great One of the best galbi I've had. The quality of the meat was really good and the marinate was perfect.

They. Cooked. The. Food. For. Us. 18 banchan. This place IS pricey but definitely worth it. We got the Combo B which was recommended for 2-3 people. It was the perfect amount with the addition of jap chae (yum!) and tempura shrimp (DEFINITELY GET THIS!!!) between 3 of us. All of the servers were super nice and the meat was cooked perfectly. Their tea cups are so cool, too. I can't wait to go back!!!

In the area so decided to try this Kbbq. When you walk in you can tell it's a higher end Kbbq. The lighting is pretty dim and you don't get that smokey Kbbq smell either. The service was great, got seated and Served quickly. We selected A course since it was just my boyfriend and I. The marinated short rib had a sweet flavor and the brisket was thickly sliced. The veggie rice was pretty good and had a crunch to it. If you like spicy then the tofu stew will be a hit. Overall, the price you pay isn't worth it for A course, since you only get one meat selection beside the short rib. An AYCE Kbbq is always a better choice.

Great service. Willing to accommodate. The sides were so delicious! The quality of the meat was excellent. Highly recommend for a big group or just sinner for two!

Updating my review to give a shout out to Genwa's LUNCH COMBO BOXES which are simply amazing. They are only available during lunch but for solo diners, it's perfection because you get your fill of bulgogi or kalbi without having to commit to a large/overwhelming dinner option made for a family of 4+. I've ordered these combo boxes multiple times during Covid, both when their outdoor dining was open and when they haven't been...and each time, they never disappoint. Banchan (sides) vary each time but are always perfectly balanced, and the steamed rice is cooked well (fluffy and a great complement to the rich meat and variety of sides). Please keep these on the menu- they're just sooo good.

The place has upscale chic decorations and nice decorations. The food is okay for the prices. I would give the food 3/5 stars. The service is 6/5 though. We had the best waiter that tended to our group's every needs. Give us refills on banchans, great bbq cook and they gave us the steamed egg for free since it hadnt come out yet after we finished eating.

Price is very high (over $100/person for the package we chose) but fairly worth the value. It's a good amount of food, and plus they cook it for you. I'd definitely come back for another visit.

It's been so long since I've last been and I've been dying to come again!! Their glass noodles are my absolute favorite. I love the texture, it's almost jelly-like and the flavor is kind of like a ramen. The bulgogi and khalbi were tender and well marinated, I enjoyed every bite! However we still left kind of hungry because the portions were so small, and it would have been another $100 to get more meat, so we passed on that. The sides in all the little dishes were interesting and we had no idea what some of them were. None of them were good to us, some were okay, others tolerable. It just wasn't my taste. If I were to come again, I would just get meat, salad, and noodles.

Good quality meats. Classy setup. The highlight is their banchan. Each time you go, they give 15-20 varieties of banchan all different. They have everything from Kimchi to pancakes to galbijim. Free refills and all super tasty. While the menu is pricey, the quality is great and service is attentive. Their menu is wide ranging and has noodles to soups to grilled meats. Their lunch menu is very reasonably priced and portioned too for the weekdays. Street parking was surprisingly easy to find on a Sunday afternoon. We are never disappointed here.

We ordered Galbi and they do all the cooking for you. Meat is flavorful. Side dishes banchan were also quality and delicious. Our server was attentive and didn't make us feel rushed like at some kbbq. . Quality Top shelf sake. Beautiful restaurant ambiance and decor makes it upscale in downtown LA.

We've always enjoyed Genwa, partly because of the large number of bonchons they serve. I'm also glad they opened a DTLA location making it a little closer than mid-Wilshire. We recently reordered takeout from this location and the food was still decent. The Galbi was very tasty. The cold noodles were refreshing. The bbq chicken was just ok. Our order was accompanied by 18 little bonchons! While not as many as we would've gotten had we eaten there it was still way better than most other KBBQ joints.