LOTTERIA Fullerton

I had to stop by this newly opened Lotteria in Fullerton, CA — this is the burger spot I grew up with in Korea, so I was excited to try it again. The shrimp burger, bulgogi burger, and flavored fries were all spot on and tasted just like I remember back home. Super nostalgic! The only downside is the pricing. The bibimbap burger was almost $10 just for the burger, which felt a bit high — and the flavor reminded me a bit of Shin Ramen, which I didn’t expect. Still good, just different. Overall, I’m really glad I got to enjoy Lotteria here in the U.S. without having to fly to Korea. Definitely worth checking out if you miss Korean-style fast food!

I tried the Bulgogi Deluxe Burger and the Bibim Rice Burger, and both were fantastic. The Bibim Rice Burger had rice disks as patties (I know rice disks sounds odd, but there's no other way to describe them, lol), and as I was eating it, it definitely reminded me of eating an actual Bibimbap (Korean mixed rice with assorted veggies and meat). The Bulgogi Deluxe Burger is also fantastic. The Bulgogi seasoning is instantly recognizable and is great. I did not try the fries or the sodas, only two excellent burgers and left full and happy. You order on some tablets and they call you out when the food is ready, so interacting with staff is minimal at best. The whole place is clean and even the bathrooms are spotless, so points for ambiance too.

Restaurant is kept very neat and clean. The outside eating area right next to busy street maybe not so much enjoyable. Seating inside was not designed for comfort almost like on purpose. Food came out quick and nice. The shrimp burger was the better of the 2. The bulgogi deluxe burger was very sweet almost too sweet, flavor was good though. The shaker fries with the onion seasoning were very nice. Not sure if the lemonade was the 5 calorie kind, if not water was the only other low sugar option. The pricing was a bit high, other than that, it seemed like it attracted a K-pop crowd, and I saw several sons bringing momma into eat, very nice. Had the cheese shaker fries and the rice burger, rice burger fell apart a bit. Also a bit more crowded on Sunday afternoon, people hovering for table. We asked for more onion shaker seasoning and they said $.53 please. When we got to table both our onion and cheese seasoning was missing. Argh.

The shrimp burger was delicious,it tasted exactly like the one I used to eat in Korea, with a satisfying crunch and great shrimp flavor. The Rice Burger was excellent because it offered a simple and convenient way to enjoy bibimbap. However, the Bulgogi Burger felt like it was slightly lacking—I can't quite put my finger on what was missing, but it was a little disappointing. Since the burger sizes aren't very large, I recommend that two people order three different types to try them all.The store is clean and tidy, and the restrooms are also very clean.

Lotteria Fullerton is the first U.S. location of Korea’s famous fast-food chain, Lotteria. I tried their signature items — the Bulgogi Burger, Rice Burger, and Shrimp Burger. The Bulgogi Burger features a sweet and savory Korean-style beef patty that really captures the taste of authentic bulgogi. The Rice Burger uses rice patties inspired by Korean bibimbap and has a slight spicy kick with a hint of sriracha flavor. It’s a fun and unique option, especially for those who enjoy K-food. The Shrimp Burger is similar to McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish, but made with shrimp as the main ingredient, giving it a lighter, seafood flavor. The fries are nicely salted and tasty on their own, but you can also ask for seasoning powder to sprinkle on top. Prices are similar to other fast-food chains. Overall, it’s a great place to stop by near Fullerton if you want to experience a Korean-style twist on classic burgers.

I visited around lunchtime on a Saturday. I heard that the line was long for a while after the grand opening, with waits sometimes taking two hours just to order. Fortunately, there were no longer such long lines, and there were tables available both inside and outside. I ordered Lotteria’s most popular burger, the Bulgogi & Shrimp Burger, as a to-go order and ate it at home. Maybe it was because it had been so long since ld had it, but it was delicious. However, I think Lotteria burgers might be popular with Koreans because they evoke memories of their past in Korea, but I felt like the taste of Lotteria burgers might not appeal to Americans, who are accustomed to American-style greasy burgers like Five Guys. Anyway, I’m glad Lotteria burgers are now available in the US, and I hope they continue to prosper.

Finally got to try this place, because when it was first open it was very popular, and of course just my opinion of my experience, I tried the bulgogi burger and cheese fries combo: the fries comes with a cheese powder to add, not really that good, just cheese dust tasting fried, fries are generic taste nothing special, the burger was okay,it tasted like bulgogi,but I rather go to korean bbq lol, (patty pretty small idk if it's like that in korea), bun was bigger than patty, if you would like a burger to taste like korean bbq especially bulgogi then it's a place for you, it was nice to try fun new, but I will not consider going back Maybe to try shrimp burger but then again I don't like shrimp unless it's sushi. :) P.s also no spicy sauces or any type of condiments besides ketchup so ya'll could of done something there idk.

I visited the new Lotteria in Fullerton out of loyal curiosity as a Korean, but I ended up pleasantly surprised — the food exceeded my expectations. I went on a weekend afternoon and there was no wait. I wanted to try the Bibim Rice Burger, but it was already sold out (apparently it’s in high demand). 🦐 Shrimp Burger: Just like back in Korea — the patty was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. If I lived nearby, I’d definitely come often. 🍔 Bulgogi Burger: The bulgogi flavor was well captured; it reminded me of the Korean-style burgers I used to eat. 🍦 Cup Bingsu: A simple, classic version. They put in a generous amount of red bean, so it felt a bit overly sweet at times. The store was adorable with cute character decorations, though the indoor space was a bit limited. I’m proud that Lotteria boldly launched in America — a Korean burger chain taking on the U.S. scene!

처음에는 시행착오인지 몰라도 조금은 부족했으나, 지금은 충분히 좋아졌고, 주문하고 음식 나오는 것도 납득가능한 수준이다. 맛도 좋아졌고, 손님응대하는 것도 많이 발전했다.

The shrimp burger is crispy, mildly savory, and has real pieces of shrimp in the patty. The creamy sauce pairs well and keeps it from feeling dry. Sometimes the bun-to-patty ratio feels a bit off, and seasoning can vary, but overall it's a unique and tasty fast-food option that's worth trying at least once.

The Shrimp Burger is especially delicious -- crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside. The Bibim Rice Burger is something you can only find here, and it's surprisingly good! Everything tastes even better when you eat it fresh at the restaurant. My kids usually can't finish a whole burger, but they each finished a Shrimp Burger with no problem -- they loved it!

​I've visited Lotteria twice during my time in LA, and as a Korean-American who loves good food (especially burgers!) but had never tried Lotteria, I was genuinely curious about this unique Korean-American mashup. ​Visit 1: The Unique Stars My first trip featured the famous Shrimp Burger and the incredibly unique Bibimbap Burger. The Shrimp Burger is a winner, but the Bibimbap Burger is the real conversation starter. It delivers a clean, savory flavor (not sweet or spicy), letting the ingredients really shine. Neither tasted like an an "old-fashioned" burger, which only fueled my curiosity to return. ​Visit 2: The Excellent Bulgogi Burger On my second visit, still searching for that classic burger, I tried the Shrimp Burger again and the Bulgogi Burger. While I typically don't like overly sweet sauces on burgers, this one was perfectly balanced and savory--it was genuinely a great burger experience! I was surprised and happy enough to write this review. ​The Verdict: I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves burgers or Korean food. Even better if you love both! It's a fantastic, unique experience. I weirdly feel like I'm going to miss this spot when I'm back in Washington. Go try it!

Really enjoyed my visit. Please is clean, service is friendly and the crowds are now at a much more manageable level. I ordered a Shrimp Burger and a K-BBQ Bowl. Really enjoyed the shrimp burger. It's not only something hard to find in these parts, it was quite tasty; better than I expected! Though I thought the K-BBQ Bowl would be basic, it was anything but. A good size for the price, and the sauce was really tasty. Highly recommend!

I heard the hype about this place and decided to come by for lunch. The kiosk made it super easy to order and see pictures of the food. The place was clean and the interior was nice. What I ordered: Bibim Rice Burger 3/5 The flavors were good but it fell apart while eating. Maybe it just needs to be put together better or seared more on the grill. It is on the pricier side of fast food. Bulgogi & Shrimp Burger 5/5 Really yummy! I liked this one a lot more and would definitely order it again. Shake It Fries 4/5 Good both with and without the seasoning. Kind of similar to McDonald's fries. Shake It Chicken 1/5 Not good; the chicken tasted old and leathery. Wouldn't order again. Overall food is a hit or miss, would only order the bulgogi or shrimp burger next time.

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask. All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is available for take outs and has some indoor & outdoor seating available with no limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was grabbing my food from this establishment several days ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently don't have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is pretty big because they share the lot with many other establishments. Spots are decent in size. Food: I ordered an onion flavored shake it fries and chicken. I decided to take three stars off for this place. I took off one star because of the price. Small portions for the price they charge doesn't make sense. Another reason why I decided to remove another star is because I think they forgot to salt the chicken and fries. They were 100% bland before I added the onion seasoning to the shake it fries and chicken. However, even after seasoning the fries and chicken with onion seasoning, they still didn't taste right. Like something was off. Also, I decided to remove another star from this establishment because the fries were hard and tough to eat. Same with the chicken. Too much batter and very small amount of actual chicken. I have been scammed! I'm just eating chicken batter at this point. SMH Staff: The staff here are very friendly, kind, helpful, and welcoming. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum. I came here right when it opened so there were no lines. I was like the 6th or 7th customer.

Got the Shrimp Burger and the Fries with Cheese Powder. Would give the shrimp burger a 3.5/5. It's a good burger but had no wow factor that would convince me to be happy with how much it cost. The fries with cheese powder was great! Reminded me of potato corner at the mall. Service was great for me! The cashier was really sweet and always smiled. I went this past Wednesday night. 4/5 rating for service. Ambiance was a low 2.5/5 mainly for the front cleanliness and restroom cleanliness.

Finally tried Lotteria after months of seeing the line down the street. I stopped in during lunch time on a weekday and both the drive-thru and the in-store dining were not crowded. I ordered my food using a touch screen and my name waws called about 7 to 10 minutes later. I had the bulgogi burger and thought it was ok. In my mind I was thinking it was going to be pieces of bulgogi on top of a burger, but it was more bulguogi sauce on the burger. The fries that came with the meal also came with a seasoning packet, but I preferred the fries as is. Service was fast, place was clean.

I've been told this is the Korean version of a McDonald's for fast food and they're not wrong. This place was packed on a Sunday at 10:3o am and the only location. Location: On Orangethorpe and Harbor Blvd and sharing the same lot as other stores in a large shopping center. Parking is shared so beware you might have to walk. This place opened to great fan fare about 3 months ago and it still seems popular with the asian crowd, although I've never heard of them until now. Food: I got the shrimp and bulgogi burger combo (drink and fries) and my companion had the bulgogi burger combo as well (fries and drink). The bulgogi was messy, but good and good size. The beef patty for both had an odd consistency to them. Couldn't quite figure it out. The Bulgogi and shrimp (minus onions) was pretty good and different from what is usually offered. Again, the beef patty had an odd consistency to it and while not bad, just odd. Fries were crisp and salted, so no fail there. Service was fast efficient like a fast food McDonalds. Seating was available indoor and out, but not easy to get with sooo many people around. The drive through was a problem because if you parked on the wrong side of the lot, you could get penned in by those waiting to order in the drive through line. Summary: I'll have to come back at a later date to try other things, but not right now with sooo many people wanting to eat there for food that's really more fast food than anything else. I don't see what all the hype is about as the food isn't all that great. Is it worth going out of your way for? Not really. Just wait for the hoopla to die down, then go. As for the food? It's mid level. Service? Expect McDonald's level experience. If you want something different, try here.

Crowded. Place order before uou go to save the wait. Also may have to wait for seating. Burger is good, juicy. Fries tasty.

Finally! The long lines and huge crowds have calmed down, so we stopped by this Korean burger spot to see what the hype was all about. As first-timers, we ordered the Bibim Rice Burger and the Shrimp Burger, along with fries (with cheese and onion powder) and sodas--and it did not disappoint. The burgers were flavorful. The Bibim Rice Burger, which uses rice for the "bun," was tasty and fun to try, though you definitely need a fork to eat it. The Shrimp Burger was very good as well, though the presentation and portion size could be improved--the burger is a bit small, and it's so good that you'll want seconds. The fries were great; we mixed the cheese and onion powder together and loved the combination of flavors. They also offer unlimited fountain drinks, which is a plus. Service was welcoming and friendly, the ambiance was nice, the restroom was clean, and there's plenty of parking. Overall, a solid experience--we'll definitely be back!

I honestly dislike giving reviews like this but scroll through my pictures and you'll see why it's meh. Starting out, walking in. There's a cashier where you can place your order with or two touchscreens you can use. I was there for the TXT post card promotion. And I placed my order with the cashier, paid and got my receipt. My order was called and I received my order. I realized that they didn't give me my postcards. I went back up there and the girl was like no I gave you everything. I explained that I didn't get my postcards with my meal. We found out that the cashier didn't add my postcards to the meal. The way that was handled was horrible. Fine I received my cards. I needed ketchup, which you have to ask for, rather than them offering it. While I was standing there, four people just looked at me and didn't approach the counter. I stood there for a few minutes awkwardly, and yes, the girl that I talked re:photo cards refused to even look at me. Sigh. The food. I don't understand, the bulgogi burger and that sauce? It was overly sweet. It was just not appealing. The shrimp burger was ok, but was overly sauced with their special sauce. The shake fries - I got both flavors were sweet vs savory. The way the food was packaged and served, was just uh appealing. Things were slapped together and overly sauced. See pix, and that's after trying to make the food more presentable. I can see why after 3 months, it's no longer busy and the hype has gone down. I gave it a try, but don't think I need to return.

I finally made it in to Lotteria. After months of hearing disappointing reviews and feedback about this place, I tried the shrimp burger, rice burger, and their shake fries. On the Shrimp burger, I added onions and toasted buns due to people complaining the bread was soggy. This sandwhich is only good when you eat it right away. If you do take out, it gets soggy and messy. I ate half there and took the other half home. Put it back in air fryer. Shake fries, they put the fries in a bag and you can choose the artificial of seasoning of cheese, or onion, and shake it up in the bag. They taste very artificial. Not a fan of the seasoning. The onion seasoning has a slight sweet aftertaste to it and was not good at all. Bibim rice burger was just OK. The rice could of been more crisper. It didn't hold the burger well and falls apart all over the place like a hot mess. This place has so much potential if they revamped the recipe a little bit. I'm not sure how it tastes in Korea and why is it so.popular. But for me, I rather stick with a good Ole American fast food burger joint.

We headed to Lotteria about a month after opening. The massive lines were gone, so now is the time to start visiting them. They have fries that come in a bag and you get to choose a seasoning to shake on it. Turns out I do not like either of their seasonings. I would rather have it with ketchup only. I did not like the Bulgolgi burger. It was small and too sweet from the sauce. I did love the shrimp burger. Next time I go, I'll grab 2! They also have a drive thru, so eating here is very convenient.

Came here to finally try Lotteria for myself as I've heard some mixed reviews and to me, it was a little underwhelming. I got the Bulgogi Burger and it was okay. I couldn't find anything special about it. It was a burger with a sweet sauce on it. Not that I was expecting something crazy, but I was hoping it had a more of a "wow" factor. The Onion powder for the Fries wasn't bad! It was more sweet than savory. Maybe that's what it is and I was just unaware, but I would have wanted something more savory so if I were to come back next time, I would get the cheese option. Overall Experience: 6.5/10

Lotterria is great for what it is. Ultimately it's not fine dining. It's fast food. Like McDonalds but Korean. If you're expecting fine dining, go somewhere else. We ordered a fried shrimp burger, beef bulgolgi burger, and bulgolgi fries. Everything tasted as fast food would. But the fun of it was that there were Korean kicks to everything. I don't think I'd come back often as I'm not really into fast food. However if I wanted fast food, it's nice to have a Korean-ified option. I wish there were more Lotterrias. The family enjoyed this quick impromptu visit.

Lotteria: The US Hype Didn't Meet the Bite It's funny that I hadn't even heard of Lotteria while living in Korea, yet the hype for this new US location was absolutely crazy! We decided to share the Bulgogi Burger and a "special" burger that came on rice buns. The verdict? It was just okay--definitely nothing to write home about. Now, after trying the American version, I've heard from several people that the original Korean Lotteria is much, much better. I'm already looking forward to trying the authentic local flavors next year in the motherland! Pro Tip Missed (Oops!) Side note: We were totally confused by the little packets of powder that came with our order! Apparently, they're meant to be shaker seasoning for the fries. Oops! We missed out on that experience, but honestly, I don't think a flavor upgrade on the fries would have been enough to save the meal.

Went here on a Friday around 11:30 or so with my husband. We decided to go through the drive through. We waited about 45 minutes to get our food. Similar to in n out, they took our order and we paid and then we picked up our order. We got the bibim rice burger, the shrimp burger, and kbbq fries. Paid around $24. We live less than 10 min away and brought it back home. Everything was p soggy lol fries were soggy af. Flavor was decent tho but soggy fries are depressing. The shrimp burger was pretty good! Bibim rice burger was aight. All in all, I don't think I'd come back LOL Def give it a try, but I think this might be a one and done kinda thing for me. I miiiight come back for a shrimp burger if I'm super craving it and the line isn't long lol

I really wanted to love it...was excited because I remember eating at Lotteria as a child. Shrimp burger was tasty....i might come back for that. French fries were crispy and yummy. We also ordered the bibim rice burger. All the flavors were there but it's hard to eat...things fall apart: my son who ate this almost felt like he wanted it in a bowl so he can eat it with a fork. Bingsoo is a big miss for me. It looks like a bingsoo, but it's not. Melted icy cream with canned fruits, red beans, etc. it just missed the mark all together and nothing like the original back from my childhood...left me expecting more from it. If interested...try it once if in town and formulate your own opinion, however don't purposely go to eat here.

I returned here during the week and its gotten much better since their grand opening a few months ago. Missing were the long lines in both the dining room and drive thru. I was fortunate to find out they still had available that day there were still Bibim burgers available. I enjoyed the Bibim rice burger which has a daily offering of only 50 and is limited to one per order. I ordered the meal which included my choice of cheese fries and a fountain beverage. The bibim burger was quite unusual but I enjoyed the burger which uses a chewy rice bun, gochujang Sauce, raw onions, lettuce, beef patty, and topped with a fried egg. I found it a bit messy using my hands and suggest getting some utensils and the friendly employees at the counter. Overall, I'm a fan of Lotteria and looking forward to trying their Japanese menu next month on vacation in Japan.

THANK GOODNESS I didn't wait in the 2 hour line when this place first opened! Now that the hype has died, there isn't much of a wait so the time from ordering to getting the food was very quick. Tried the shrimp burger combo. Unfortunately, it didn't quite meet my expectations. There were some shrimp bits in the burger but it wasn't very crispy and didn't feel freshly fried. The burger was also a little soggy from how much sauce there was on the patties. Eating it made me really crave the Bopomofo walnut shrimp burger since that one does it soooo much better (although not exactly fast food). I was also really interested in trying the fries with the onion powder. It was a decently sized portion. Sadly, the powder is just WAY TOO SWEET! This made it kind of hard to eat and I didn't finish. If I had to choose again, I would definitely go for the cheese powder instead. My friend got the bulgogi burger with the rice patties. It seemed like that one was slightly tastier with the meat and flavoring. Now that I've tried Lotteria once, I probably won't come back. I think there are better options out there that I would rather spend my money on, but it was worth a try.

The Original K-Burger Literally decades since I've tried Lotteria (of course had it in the motherland). Forgot how tasty these burgers are. Always went for their classic bulgogi burger (still very flavorful) but tried a few new ones. The Bibimbop burger is something new as I don't remember them having it when I was in Korea last, and OMG this was phenomenal. My new favorite burger EVER!!!!!!!! Also, of course I couldn't leave without tasting the shrimp burger. As I remembered it, the shrimp burger was fantastic. What was unique about this burger was it also had small shrimp bites that you can see and taste. Soooooo delicious. And third, we ordered the bulgogi burger (but the DELUXE). This one uses the bulgogi patty but also includes several bulgogi meats in it. You have to order the deluxe version if you're going for the bulgogi burger. Everything was so spectacular. Oh yes, I also ordered the bingsoo. Love bingsoo so needed to try it. To be honest this one was just mediocre. Overall I had a phenomenal time. Love this place. Hoping they also open additional stores in other cities....Irvine perhaps?????? If you haven't tried it yet please run.

Bulgogi Deluxe Burger: 2/5 This was not good y'all. I'm not really into bulgogi and this was the worst kind. It was dry, too sweet, and has that weird aftertaste you get from old bulgogi (I really can't explain this one). The patty was even worse, with a similar sweet marinade but was even harder, colder, and tough. A definite pass. Bibim Rice Burger: 2.5 The patty was exactly the same as the bulgogi burger so major dings there. The rice was actually very tasty. It tasted like straight gochujang in a good way. If you ever had a frozen Korean rice ball, the texture is very similar. I wish they either firmed up the rice, put it in a special sleeve, or grilled it so you could pick the burger up. Shrimp Burger: 4/5 I liked this one a lot! Many breaded shrimp products tend to be mushy but this one was firm through and through. The texture and vibes really reminded me of a McChicken. While it wasn't uber flavorful, I thought it was very tasty and well made. Fresh, crispy, and delicious! Shake It Chicken: 4.5/5 These were awesome and much more appetizing in person than the pictures. I was gonna skip because I thought they were just nuggets but they're basically karaage without the normal marinade. The batter is crisp and holds the shaking seasoning well. The onion seasoning I got was good as well! A sweet onion flavor, like the Maui chips. The cheese flavor is very "feet" oriented so don't say I didn't want you. Ambiance: Casual. Think of a clean and nice McDonalds in the best possible way! Service: Staff was kind. Service was a little disjointed, my food came out in 2 minutes but my friends came out in 10 even though we ordered at the same time. Parking: Easy parking in a lot.

We were in the drive through, which moved smoothly as there was a live order taker with a mobile unit. They just opened, and workers are new, so they might not have tried all the menu items. (Just a side note when asking for recommendations.) Hot tip: if dining in, avoid parking in the stalls directly along the drive through line. As we let someone reverse out of a stall, the car next to them quickly set their reverse lights on. We were able to let them exit, being the last car to join the drive through line. Otherwise, it may not have been possible for a while. And again, they are new, so they did get our order wrong. Two shrimp burgers and one bulgogi burger, instead of two bulgogi and one shrimp. But, as always, while they are both yummy, my son actually liked the accidental shrimp burger better than the bulgogi burger. (The shrimp patty is moist and flavorful, and the bulgogi is a teriyaki like flavored burger with sauce which brought back childhood HBA Fun Fair memories, per my son.) The fries are nicely crispy, but don't wait to sprinkle and shake your seasoning (onion or cheese) into the bag. Note: the seasoning is on the "sweet" side. Loved the generous lettuce serving and the mayo in the burger. If I'd gotten the deluxe, I might have made a bigger dining mess;)! Because it is the first US LOTTERIA, note the local and visiting Korean families LOVE it here! Yaaaassss!!! Enjoy!

We bought a combo and a shrimp burger and well let's just say that the fry bag was almost at the bottom not even half full and my shrimp burger didn't have any shrimp within the patty it was like I was eating a chicken patty. The beef burger was really good per my husband and I tried a small piece and the flavors were really good. The person at the window was like here's your food and go type of way which was odd. There wasn't a lot of cars and we didn't get a chance to see the inside of the restaurant. Over all it looks like a cool spot even though the person taking our order was nice the person giving us the food wasn't. They could of been tired or something but still treat people the way you want to be treated.

Lotteria USA - Korean-Style Fast Food in Fullerton Location: Located on South Harbor Blvd & Orangethorpe Ave in Fullerton, inside a strip plaza shared with Target and several other stores. Parking is super convenient -- a large shared lot with plenty of spaces. Across the street, there's an IHOP. The restaurant also features a drive-thru and an outdoor patio area next to it for casual dining. Visit Time: I came on a Monday around 1 PM -- no drive-thru line, no wait inside. There were a few dine-in customers but it wasn't packed. People were constantly coming in and out. ‍ Service: Staff and servers were attentive, friendly, and helpful. I asked a few questions about the menu, and they happily gave me clear recommendations. Service was fast and efficient -- my food came out in about five minutes. Food Ordered: * KBBQ Fries * Shrimp Burger * Bibim Rice Burger Everything came out piping hot and full of flavor. The food was well-seasoned, and the portions were satisfying. Note: The Bibim Rice Burger can get a little messy since the rice tends to loosen up easily, but it's still worth a try! Price & Value: Yes -- prices are a bit on the higher side for a fast-food restaurant. But honestly, I don't mind paying more because the menu is unique and the flavors really stand out compared to your typical cheeseburger or fish filet. Overall Experience: After seeing all those negative reviews, I was hesitant -- but I'm glad I gave this place a chance! Both food and service were great, and my experience was completely different from what some of the bad reviews described. Even though I'm not Korean and don't usually eat a lot of Korean food, this spot gave me a pleasant, flavorful fast-food experience that's worth coming back for.

Came in on a Tuesday REALLY early, and it already had people inside grubbing. Inside was clean and pretty well taken care of. It sort of reminds me of a Jollibee inside. Although I wish I tried the ramen burger, we had to start with the basic #1 item, the Bulgogi burger combo. Let's start with the burger. Very tasty. I'm a little sad with the construction of it, but the flavor was good. Seems excessively plain with just lettuce, it could use 1-2 more condiments to top it off. I definitely have to try their shrimp burger as well as both on the ramen bun, because the plain bun reminds me too much for Carl's Jr both in flavor and in the size of the patty being much smaller than the bun. The fries though, are pretty flawless. Crispy. Fluffy, Hot. Plus the flavor packets. I got onion this time, and it was good. IT DOES transform it into a whole different type of fry side, so if you prefer regular fries, I'd suggest leaving it off. The regular fries are already pretty amazing. Slightly disappointed in their deal with Pepsi over Coca Cola products. I'm not sure if its the same in Korea, but just not a fan of any of the Pepsi products offered here. However the Brisk Ice Tea has a good syrup ratio, compared to other places I've been. Value is just on-par with all the other fast food joints. $13 for a regular sized combo. Climb higher as you specialize. Overall I'd be back, and I'd probably make the trip from South OC... just not when its during peak times... I'm not waiting in ANY of the lines, drive-thru or not. Tip: Parking lot is pretty janky, shout out to Lotteria or the Landlord who put the metal plate on the dip for low cars.

We loved our experience at Lotteria! We ordered the shaken fries (one cheese and one onion), rice burger, shrimp burger, and bulgolgi shrimp burger. We loooooooooved the shrimp burger! It was so tasty and had yummy sauce. The rice burger was really good too! I'm gluten free, so that was a great GF option :) The bulgogi shrimp burger was good, but we definitely loved the other food more! The shaken fries were good, we liked the onion flavor! It was salty and sweet :) Overall, the service was great, we loved the food, and it wasn't a long line (in the beginning, lines were 2 hours long so we decided to come back when the crazy died down). We will absolutely be back :)

The food here is decent. I prefer the shrimp burger and the bibimbap burger. My daughter likes the bulgogi burger. I like the fries plain. The cheese sprinkles are sweet and the onion sprinkles had a weird smell I couldn't get used to. I definitely prefer the fries plain. Long story short... We were all super excited for a Korean burger place to make it's way to Cali. We came in time for the TXT collab. The food may be okay but the service is another story. Let me just say, pray they don't mess up your order because the young Hispanic girls working there will give you side eye, huddle together to whisper. and then stare directly at you. Gen Z at it's best. I was so disappointed because this kind of service is not what Korean Lotteria represents. These young ladies definitely do not need to be working in customer service. The male workers actually try to help you and resolve the issue. They are friendly and genuinely sorry for the mistake their female coworker makes. Sad to say but we'll probably not go back and that is very upsetting because I was so excited Lotteria opened in the U.S. The one star the female employees should get only went up because of the food and the helpful, kind male employees.

I honestly tried not to have too high of expectations but I was pleasantly surprised! I tried their bulgogi burger and their shrimp burger. I really enjoyed both of them but the bulgogi burger is my favorite! I LOVE how crispy their fries are. And don't forget to try their onion and cheese flavor shake it fries. Also tried their cup bingsu which was decent. I will definitely be coming back on the future!

Tried coming during opening week on a Thursday at 8 pm but they closed the line early. So we came back on the weekend & surprisingly, there was barely a line outside. We also got lucky to grab a table but waiting for food took like 30+ mins! The burgers are def on the smaller side so not too great for $8+ each but its filling enough if you get the combo (comes with fries & drink). We'd come back to try their drive-thru and other menu items! ORDERED: - Bulgogi burger - my fave! the most flavorful but also nothing life changing - Shrimp burger - my friend's fave! reminds me of panda express honey walnut shrimp but on the subtle side - Shaken fries - onion or cheese flavor but it's just an artificial powder you pour! I highly recommend testing on a few fries to see how much you like :') I ended up pouring all of the powder in & it was just way too much! Honestly the fries are already tasty alone so I wouldn't add flavor next time.

We went after the lines started dying down but it was still very disappointing. The burgers were super flat and small compared to what was advertised (comparable to a McDonald's kids hamburger). And sadly they also lacked a lot of flavor. The shrimp burger was little better than the bulgogi burger, but still not worth it. Definitely just a hype.

My girlfriend has been waiting for the long lines to decrease since before the opening of Lotteria to try their Korean burgers. We finally made it this morning, arriving before they opened with 6 friends for a meetup group lunch. We were first in line for the dining room, there were about 6 cars waiting for the drive thru to open as well. We were able to order whatever we wanted being first in line an my girlfriend wanted to try all of the burgers. So she ordered 2 combination meals and added a 3rd burger ala carte along with a side of chicken nuggets so that we could try everything. All of the burgers were good, my favorite was the shrimp and bulgogi burger. A little hint of spice, great flavors, and the variety of textures made it a winner imo. My girlfriend was undecided about naming a winner. Honestly I would come back for any of the burgers. Word of warning, the bimbam rice burger sells out quickly. There's a sign up that advises patrons that only 50 are available each day. So if you want to try it, be there early, by 11am they were already sold out, even with a limit of 1 per order. We left around 11:30, by that time the line was finally all inside the restaurant. Ambiance is nice, everything was clean and white. The diners were mostly Asian, but there were other folks there as well. Prices are in line with similar fast food restaurants in the area. We will definitely return.

Empty at 5:30 PM on Tuesday night. Honestly I'm glad there's no more wait because I would be disappointed if I waited an hour for this food. I'd come back, but this isn't worth lining up for. Food items are interesting. I liked the fries without seasoning, but shaking a bag of fries with powder is fun too. I got the Bibim Rice Burger. I ate everything with a fork. I would get it again because I generally like the flavors, but it was very oily and would have been very messy to eat as a burger. I assume this is better in Korea. Place is worth a try, I hear shrimp burger is good (in Korea) so maybe will try that next time. Place is also cute.

I'm a fan of this Korean fast food joint! I was finally able to make it out here and waited in a 30-minute drive-thru line around 8 pm on a Saturday (8:30 was an even shorter 10-ish min line!!). I wouldn't have liked waiting longer than that. Good thing it wasn't! Funnily enough, I've been to both Japan and Korea, but I didn't try Lotteria at all. On my latest trip to Japan, I saw Lotteria, but we had just eaten, so we skipped it! Tried the bulgogi burger and shrimp burger. Definitely a sweeter tasting beef patty, that is reminiscent of bulgogi. Wasn't really my fav (typically don't like bulgogi in general for the sweet profile). I preferred the shrimp burger for sure! The shake fries were ok, didn't like the sweet onion powder. I preferred the cheese powder on the shake popcorn chicken instead! My korean shaved ice melted though when we received it. It was ok, with the red bean and fixings inside. I certainly want to come back when the hype dies down and try other stuff like the rice bowls and rice burger!

Review 80/365 day challenge After Lotteria being open for almost ober 1 month. We finally tried it with no lines. Yes! 09.22.25 Waited for the hype to end. Came for dinner around 6 pm on a Monday evening w my party of 5 along w my mil. This is her 2nd time for her coming to this Korean burger spot since she lives down the street. What we ordered ~ Yummy # 5 BuLgogi & Shrimp burger combo. Wished the sandwich burger had a kick of spice to it. It's definitely a scrumptious burger. If only was a bit spicy. It had like somewhat of a spicy mayo coloring but no spice to it. The shrimp patty had a crunch to it. Loved it w a full slice onion & lettuce. Recommended. ~ # 2 Shrimp Burger Combo was also yummy if you don't want the bulgogi party in the burger. ~ Shake it Chicken, you had your choice of cheese or Onion seasoning. It's literally popcorn chicken, plain. Add your choice of seasoning to it. Cheese or onion seasoning to choice from. ~ Shake it fries was good plain. Crispy n taste great w the seasoning you can add to it. One choice to choose from to give it flavor. ~ Bingsu cup was a bit disappointed actually. It's frozen, not made fresh there. Has some packaged like sweeten fruit along with red beans. Has like a vanilla taste to it. Got our items in a timely manner in a bag & dined in. Associates were all friendly. Restaurant is fair decent size with seatings indoor & an outdoor patio seatings w bench & umbrellas. Lots of parking available. Located in the Metro center of Fullerton plaza. Same place as Yogurtland & Target. I'd definitely would return n try the other sandwiches like Bibim sandwich. They only make 50/a day and it's only 1 per order, associate said they've been selling out by 11:30 am every morning. Drive thru is busy while the duration we were enjoying our dinner.

We happened to be in this lot and saw that there was no line so we grabbed a shrimp burger and fries with sour cream to try. The fries were soooooo delicious and fried perfectly, loved it shaken with the onion dust!! The shrimp burger was yummy but I wished the bun was smaller, the proportions were a little off.

My first visit to the infamous Lotteria. I was one of the first customers of the day the dining area and bathrooms were clean. The cashier was customer oriented explained the menu items. I opted for the shrimp burger with fries and a drink. I expected so much more from my food. It was very basic. The flavors weren't moving. I'll be in no rush to return.

Wow! I'm impressed how that brought this from Korea. It's as real as it gets from the burgers I enjoyed when I visit Korea. I'm surprised about the low reviews, but most people talk about the long wait time. Well, for innout, we usually wait a pretty long time of up to 20-30 minutes, so I'm not that concerned. The burger was wrapped really well and seasoned perfectly. The service was pretty quick given the fact that we ordered more than 20 burgers today. The fries, in my opinion, is better than mcdiddy or innout and you have an option to season when a certain way. I highly recommend everyone giving it another try! I see the lines are always long, so that is a good sign. The ambience is very uplifting as everyone is excited and anticipating the amazing burger experience. I'll be back to try the other burgers!

REMEMBER THIS IS FAST FOOD You will wait in that line. That 35 minute line. The hype is telling you this has to be amazing. Nope. This is Korean McDonald's. Still gets three stars though because it's nothing new in an American owned hamburger market. Picture McDonald's. But it has sweet hints/meat like bulgogi. The fries taste like McDonald's fries but fresher. you get the option to sprinkle cheese or onion powder on them. @ $ 19 dollars a person. THERE I SAVED YOU A TRIP AND WAIT TIME. It's worth the try/ drive and time at least once. I'm personally on the fence for this one

Lotteria for Lunch - Shrimp Burger Adventure in Fullerton I found myself in Fullerton this morning for an appointment and remembered reading that Lotteria (lotteriausa.com) had recently opened nearby. Having always wanted to try a shrimp burger, I figured today was the perfect day to check it off my foodie bucket list. Location: Southwest corner of Harbor & Orangethorpe, easy to spot with its bright, playful colors. Arriving just after noon, the drive-thru line was light -- just a few cars ahead. The patio and dining room were packed, with a short line spilling out the door. I think it's usually a good sign when people are willing to wait! I ordered the Shrimp Burger Combo, featuring a crispy shrimp patty layered with fresh lettuce, onions, a blend of tartar and thousand island sauces, all tucked inside a toasted sesame seed bun. The verdict? Delicious! The shrimp patty had a nice crunch, and I enjoyed the dual-sauce combo, kind of tangy sweet. I liked so much that I would ask for extra sauce next time. On the side: golden fries dusted with onion powder -- hot, crispy, and flavorful. And to wash it all down, a refreshing Starry (yes, they serve Pepsi products). It was a fun and flavorful lunch, offering something different from the usual fast food experience. If you're in the mood to mix things up and try something new - at least new for me, this is definitely a spot worth visiting.

Heard about this hype and came early on a Saturday morning. Got here at 9:50 am (they open at 10am) and was able to get in line for dine in. Waited 8 more minutes before being allowed to place my order in store. I have to say it was a very organized line outside. They count how many people can dine in before you can come in and place your order. Once you enter there's a small dining area where there's 2 kiosks that you can place your order. Since this place is new they only take verbal orders. My receipt said 10:08. We got our food at 10:25 and started chomping down. Apparently there's only 50 Bibim rice burger made a day so I got that as a combo with my cheesy fries (you get a packet of dried cheese powder that you sprinkle on your fries and shake it to distribute the flavor) and a shrimp burger. Total came out to be $24.53 with tax. Overall Bibim burger flavor was good. The rice patty was sloppy and juicy. The only downside was the burger patty was very dry. The shrimp burger was delicious. Tasted like the McD Japan version I recently had. The cheesy fries were OK with the powder tasted artificial. I think I'll try the onion flavor next time. Overall good experience. Would come back to get the shrimp burger again. The drive thru line was long even before this place opened at 10 am so if you are looking to try this place out you have to come early. Otherwise you will be in a long line. Limited menu and even not a lot of dessert choices.

Saw the major hype around the grand opening of this Korean burger place and was excited to try it. The burgers are very delicious and great value, with distinct Korean flavors. The shake fries are fun and full of flavor. The interior is super clean, and the staff are very friendly and greet you in Korean when you step in.

As of 9/20/25 there was little to no lines, so if you were waiting for the hype to die down, now's the time. I can see why the "hype" is over, because once you try it, you'll realize it's nothing you'll frequently want to eat or revisit anytime soon. I've only done the drive thru service, but from the outside looking in, I'll say the restaurant looks clean and cute. The food was good, as well as the service. They are quick and package orders really well. My favorite was the k-bbq fries, chicken fries, and the bulgogi deluxe burger. These items tasted really good and the ingredients were of good quality. The fries are basic but it's really the protein that makes these options good. I was absolutely not a fan of the shrimp bulgogi burger, the shrimp patty is so thick. The menu and flavors are interesting, and should work but like I said, not something you'd crave frequently.

I visited around lunchtime on a Saturday. I heard that the line was long for a while after the grand opening, with waits sometimes taking two hours just to order. Fortunately, there were no longer such long lines, and there were tables available both inside and outside. I ordered Lotteria's most popular burger, the Bulgogi & Shrimp Burger, as a to-go order and ate it at home. Maybe it was because it had been so long since ld had it, but it was delicious. However, I think Lotteria burgers might be popular with Koreans because they evoke memories of their past in Korea, but I felt like the taste of Lotteria burgers might not appeal to Americans, who are accustomed to American-style greasy burgers like Five Guys. Anyway, I'm glad Lotteria burgers are now available in the US, and I hope they continue to prosper.

Went on a Sunday afternoon, the wait via Drive Thru wasn't too long. Progressed pretty quickly, they have staff taking your order to speed things along. Ordered the Bulgogi Deluxe Burger and the Bulgogi Shrimp Burger Combo with Fries (onion powder.) The bulgogi deluxe portions seem a little on the smaller side compared to the Bulgogi Shrimp Burger. Bulgogi deluxe was a little lackluster compared to the bulgogi. We wanted to try the Rice burger but it was sold out. Bulgogi Shrimp Burger was pretty good, the shrimp was tender and the bulgogi patty was a bit better than normal American style burger patties. Fries were a little disappointing because the onion flavor that we chose was more sweet than onion flavored. A personal preference but would like to try the cheese next. Would like to return and try more if the wait isn't long.

To be fair my experience was probably a 3.5 , came here and since I had to charge my Tesla this location was a plus! Walking in, I went directly to the restroom. There was a combo code and somebody from staff just told me the code right away which I thought was nice. The restaurant in general was very clean. The staff was cleaning and you can tell they really tried, that being said when I got my cup directly from the staff, there was an ant on it I asked her to replace it no big deal it happens. Moving onto the food, the price was OK. It was about $15 for the deluxe combo. It's definitely a smaller burger from the western brand, but the quality was a lot better in regards to the meat so it's very hard to compare and say that this was a lot more expensive than McDonalds or in and out it's 2 different products. Overall, the burger was good pretty tasty, but I felt that it could be a little bit more warm. The fries were cold and nothing special probably one of the worst fries I've had from all the fast food places tasted very similar to Wienerschnitzel fries if I had to compare it. The onion sauce powder did make it better.. Other than that not much else. Would I come again? Maybe if I was in the area and had to charge my car but I wouldn't intentionally drive here to get it but overall it was good! Best of luck!

Tbh I don't think LOTTERIA is worth the wait right now! I waited about 45 minutes to get in after being in line and waiting about 30 minutes after ordering food! I've had their burgers and other items overseas and their food was super succulent, crispy and juicy! I was hoping that this location would provide the same quality and flavor; yet, it was not the same! The items that I would recommend to eat are the bulgogi burger and the fries with the onion powder! The shrimp burger wasn't as crispy and juicy as I remembered overseas! Hopefully, quality can improve later on and the items are better! In addition, the way that they make food should be better with quality control! I don't think it's efficient that a lot of the food that I saw being made would just be put on the food warmer when so many customers are still waiting for their orders to be done! TIP: There are 2 gender neutral restrooms that need a code! Ask a worker for them! There is a drive thru but I recommend waiting in line instead! For parking, I suggest going to the Target Parking lot to park!