Oo Kook Korean BBQ

Hands down the worst Korean BBQ experience I’ve ever had. The hygiene was atrocious — filthy utensils and plates that looked like they hadn’t been properly washed in days. The meat was shockingly low quality, borderline spoiled with a funky smell and grayish tint that made us question whether it was even safe to eat. The steamed egg? 80% water and tasted like it was cooked in a chemistry lab — a weird, artificial flavor that lingered in the worst way. To top it off, the staff seemed completely uninterested and untrained — more like grumpy students forced into work than actual servers. Rude, inattentive, and borderline hostile. For two people, the bill somehow still came out to $150. The only redeeming factor was that they had parking… which still wasn’t free. Save your money, your appetite, and your stomach. There are way better options out there that won’t make you feel like you need a tetanus shot after dinner.

Wow I was quite impressed with this AYCE kbbq. Their meat quality is pretty top tier. Their beef brisket and beef belly isn’t anything extraordinary but I was so amazed by their rib eye, filet mignon, marinated beef, and other cuts such as pork jowl as well. Their jigaes were great and banchan was solid too. Service was amazing and quick only downside was the floor was super super greasy so very slippery

Came here for friends’s birthday and went for the $38 AYCE. A few thoughts/tips: - Meat quality was good and marinated well. Our favorites are short ribs, bulgogi, filet mignon, beef tongue. - Strong smoke throughout the room which makes dining experience less enjoyable. The vent is set too far away from the grill and so many tables in a closed setting. - You can only order 4 items between each order. We have a party of 6. Not convenient when you have to wait 15 mins in between for meat with a 90 min AYCE limit (although they do not enforce time limit strictly).

Oo Kook offers a wide variety of unlimited Korean BBQ options. On weekdays, you can enjoy their Happy Hour special from 5-7 PM at just $30 per person. However, the Happy Hour period tends to be very busy, making parking and securing a table a challenge. Even with valet parking, I had to wait a while to park, and the parking fee is $4. Considering the affordable price for unlimited options, the quality of the meat and food is excellent. Despite the busyness, the staff provided quick and attentive service. In a time of rising prices, their affordable Happy Hour makes this place worth 5 stars!

5 Stars – Best AYCE Korean BBQ in LA! Oo-Kook Korean BBQ is hands down one of the best AYCE Korean BBQ in LA! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and a spotless, well-kept dining space. The service is top-notch—friendly, attentive, and always making sure your grill is fresh and your table is stocked. Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely incredible. The LA Galbi is out of this world—perfectly marinated, incredibly tender, and bursting with flavor. The brisket? Juicy, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. The quality of the meat here is unmatched for AYCE. On top of that, they serve a huge variety of Banchan, all fresh and flavorful, making every bite even better. If you’re looking for high-quality meats, amazing service, and an all-you-can-eat feast done right, this is the place to go. 10/10, will be back!

Service here was really strong. The servers are so attentive and really fun to talk to. Very speedy too. The food was also great for the price. Very affordable for all you can eat in LA. Be sure to come hungry. The meets were great and everything came out amazingly. I would wish that they had more than three main sauce options because I love yum yum sauce but overall the options they had were still good. I would definitely come back here and am very glad I chose to come

What an amazing experience. The host was quick and pleasant, our waiter Bryan was absolutely wonderful. He was quick and always able to help. He went above and beyond! On top of the amazing service was amazing food. The quality of the meat and the seasoning/marination was the best we’ve had by far. Parking can be tough but $4 for valet is not bad for the bargain of a great ayc meal and service.

Oo Kook is a favorite staple of a couple of friends and mine when it comes to KBBQ in the heart of KTown, and there are several reasons for it: 1. It's seating layout is so well-made that you're never in the way of anyone else. 2. Nice aluminum chopsticks. Such a nice touch that you seldom see at these kind of places! 3. AYCE KBBQ! But truly AYCE. To the point that, when first got here this time around, my friend asked the server for extra banchan from the get-go and the accommodated our request! 4. Last time I came here, they did not have fishcakes, but they do now! Love having them expand and improve the menu on their own volition. 5. All of the cuts are fresh and of high quality. You never feel like you're eating 2nd-grade meat. 6. They have valet parking (please bring cash) OR street parking nearby is also an option! These are just some of the reasons that keep us coming here. Top-notch service too!

The cucumbers were delicious, spicy and sour. The fish cakes were a little hard. The mac & cheese was surprisingly delicious, a little sweet. The kimchi was sour and the vermicelli was a little hard. The Thinly Sliced ​​Pork Belly didn't smell like pork. It was very thin. There wasn't much fat. It wasn't seasoned and was a little bland. Bulgogi was a classic Korean sweet flavor and delicious. Angus Prime Thin Slice Brisket was the same original flavor as the pork belly and was a little bland. Marinated Bone in Short Rib was delicious and sweet. Kimchi Fried Rice had a normal fried rice flavor. There was no meat in it so the aroma wasn't amazing. Black Angus Marinated Beef I thought it had a garlic flavor but it didn't seem to. It was seasoned similarly to bulgogi but the meat wasn't as loose as bulgogi and was a little more solid. Some of them were not photographed.

This place has been my go-to for kbbq for years. Quick, friendly, attentive service every time keeps me coming back! This is a two-storey establishment (stairs only), and I do like the vibe upstairs just slightly better, but you can't really go wrong no matter where hi you're seated. I must admit I've only ever eaten the same meats every time, and they've always great: beef brisket (sometimes on the fatty side which I like, sometimes not), bulgogi (one of the best in town!), pork belly slices (like very thinly-sliced bacon), ribeye (needs some salt but delish nonetheless), and marinated beef. Don't forget to ask for the steamed eggs and kimchi rice! A few beers and some soju on the menu, so if you're a cocktail or wine drinker, don't expect them. Lot is valet only ($4 as of March 2025) but I've seen meters around the block. The place gets crazy full after 630 pm even on weeknights, so plan accordingly!

Came here for friends's birthday and went for the $38 AYCE. A few thoughts/tips: - Meat quality was good and marinated well. Our favorites are short ribs, bulgogi, filet mignon, beef tongue. - Strong smoke throughout the room which makes dining experience less enjoyable. The vent is set too far away from the grill and so many tables in a closed setting. - You can only order 4 items between each order. We have a party of 6. Not convenient when you have to wait 15 mins in between for meat with a 90 min AYCE limit (although they do not enforce time limit strictly).

I came here on a Sunday with a party of 5. It was a slow Sunday around 4:30pm. Unfortunately we were placed at a table with a faulty grill. The grill kept turning off and the staff tried to keep us there. We had to request to be moved to a different grill as it was taking ridiculously long for the meats to cook. In that aspect I wish they would have offered the second time or even the third time for us to move. There is a call button that you press for the staff to come get your order which makes it a bit annoying for them I think ahaha. There was a Latino waiter who was extra accommodating and gave us great suggestions about cooking and she meats to choose props to him!!! Overall I would say that the service is okay. The meats were pretty well marinated. There are plenty of KBBQs in ktown but give this one a try if you have some down time.

OOKOO KBBQ AYCE KBBQ for $36.99. That's a steal in K town and they had sooo many options to choose from as far as proteins go. We definitely left full & happy Deets below on the meats FOOD: All the Banchan Garlic Shrimp Bulgogi Honey Comb Pork Ribeye Filet Mignon Intestine Pork Belly Black Angus Short Ribs Brisket WHERE: 3385 W 8th St. LA CA (multiple locations) Valet//$4

Oo Kook is a favorite staple of a couple of friends and mine when it comes to KBBQ in the heart of KTown, and there are several reasons for it: 1. Its seating layout is so well-made that you're never in the way of anyone else. 2. Nice aluminum chopsticks. Such a nice touch that you seldom see at these kind of places! 3. AYCE KBBQ! But truly AYCE. To the point that, when first got here this time around, my friend asked the server for extra banchan from the get-go and the accommodated our request! 4. Last time I came here, they did not have fishcakes, but they do now! Love having them expand and improve the menu on their own volition. 5. All of the cuts are fresh and of high quality. You never feel like you're eating 2nd-grade meat. 6. They have valet parking (please bring cash) OR street parking nearby is also an option! These are just some of the reasons that keep us coming here. Top-notch service too!

There are obviously a ton of Korean BBQ places in K Town. Of the ones we have been to Oo-Kook is hands down the best. Best food, best service, and while it might be a bit more expensive than the others, if is WAY worth it. No meat sitting out for hours that you serve yourself. They bring it freshly cut from the kitchen and it is super high quality. Tons of sides and sauces. Highly recommend!!

Great find. The staff is super friendly and they keep your meat coming. They also continue to swap the grill as we started to make it super dirty. The meats are great and such a great selection. The prices are a little high but what isnt. The parking is valet and costs $4 or you can street park. Overall yummy and I will be back

Went for the first time here & loved it. It sucks that it's only open from 5pm and after because sometimes I want to go there for lunch. Their meats are really good! Portions aren't huge like at other spots, so I feel like you could eat a little more options for your first time. Overall, I loved my experience there. The guys that were helping too, everyone was very nice there. The ambiance is cool, it's like a dark place if you're into that. I like more lighting but it wasn't that big of a deal because you could clearly see everything.

I always enjoy a great KBBQ spot. The food options are wide ranging but my favorite is their Angus Prime Thin Slice Brisket. Another favorite of mine is their Pork Jawl as well as their Thinly Sliced Pork Belly. The sides are on point as well as their sauces. Service is great as the staff will help you with any questions. Parking is valet or adjacent street.

This is my usual AYCE spot and since my last visit here, I feel like it just doesn't hit the same. It's still a great spot, but their meats have changed in my opinion. The bulgogi has a different taste, the filet mignon and ribeye comes with butter and a sprig of thyme now? the pork belly is no bueno. The grill we had was bad-it would take forever to heat up and cook the meats. Also, they were blasting club type EDM music which was doing too much. I'm curious as to why they fell off. New management? No idea, but I will likely just stick to regular KBBQ restaurants that prioritize meat quality.

I came to Ookook for my birthday, and even though I didn't end up getting the $10 birthday discount, I still had a great experience. The food is always high quality. I had a lot of meat this time and still left feeling perfectly fine, which says a lot! The staff is attentive and quick to bring out any extra sides when asked. I love coming here because it's clean, spacious, and consistently delivers a great dining experience. Definitely one of my go-to Korean BBQ spots!

Came in on a late Friday when it just opened (5:00 pm). Used valet ($4) and was seated right away. Service was great and my friends & I understood we had to wait a bit to order later when it was super busy (starting 6:00 pm). Servers were kind and we could see some of then rushing around to accommodate multiple tables. Orders come out fairly quick. Servers sometimes help cut meat or cook a bit. Everything was delicious, from side dishes to meet to soup and noodles. My favorite was theur marinated dishes (spicy pork belly, bulgogi) and thin meat slices (brisket, pork belly thin). Ended up paying about $41-$42 per head (including tax but without tip). Apparently there's a 2nd floor! Bathroom cubicle can be small. Overall, definitely recommend and would like to return!

AYCE BBQ - a DTLA Ktown staple. Oo-kook's rendition is $37.99 / person, with extra charges for drinks. The AYCE menu has ~30 items, ranging from cuts of beef, pork, chicken, to seafood and misc side dishes like steamed egg. Banchan spread seems plentiful, with potato salad, macaroni salad, cabbage kimchi, cucumber kimchi, bean sprouts, pickled radish, rice paper, japchae, and normal salad. Today's rice paper was disappointing - days-old and crumbled at the touch. Meats seemed reasonably fresh, though wait staff forgot about items a few times Flagging down servers was inconsistent enough that my party needed grill changes b/c the grill had sat there with nothing cooking and started to smoke up. Ventilation was also quite poor, leading to wafting clouds of smoke one would expect in a 60s smoking room.

Best all you can eat bbq for the price . Waiters were very attentive both with getting our orders and reorders and changing out the grills. Lively place with good music playing. If we are ever in the area again, we would definitely return.

Came Saturday evening for a birthday party of 16 FOOD For AYCE there is quite a lot of variety! They had steamed egg, cheese corn, lots of different cuts of meat, and seafood that was delicious. The meat was very fresh and plentiful! I think our favorite cut was the rib eye cut but all was delicious. SERVICE Alex took care of is this night and he was the BEST! Very attentive and helped us prepare and cook our meat. Also, made it such a fun and celebratory event. AMBIANCE nice and spacious with fun music I would say they brought out some matcha ice cream with a really fun birthday candle for the birthday girl! But they did charge us for the ice cream. It wasn't a big charge and we would have paid but it is weird that this wasn't communicated before hand. Overall, despite this I would still come back and recommend it to friends

Food was fantastic from the meat selection, marinades, and side dishes. The short ribs, ribeye, and jowl were my favorites that I had to keep reordering. I normally enjoy the pork belly but it just wasn't hitting. The sides were so good and complemented the meal. Service was friendly and fast. I wish there was more vents or they worked better or something because I chose the wrong seat and was covered in all the meat smells. Some items took long to come out but meats were always quick so it's fine. Parking can be a pain if you aren't lucky to find any street parking but they do offer valet.

Had a late Saturday lunch at 4 pm with our large group. It wasn't too busy at this time, but for our size of 9, they did had to split us into two tables next to each other of 4 and 5. No automatic gratuity for us though. The cost was $37.99 per person. For both tables, we ordered the brisket, chuck flap, ribeye, steamed egg, honeycomb pork belly, beef short rib, and filet mignon. We really enjoyed the filet mignon, beef short rib, chuck flap, and brisket and went back for seconds on our order. Service was pretty good, no complaints. We're definitely keeping this place in mind if we're back in the area for a large group meal. Only downside is no walkable boba spot nearby. They have valet parking, but you can also utilize street parking, if you can find a spot.

Great quality food, fast service, great ambiance. We come here with my family a lot and they are always so friendly. Would recommend!

Always great coming here. It quickly became my fave KBBQ restaurant. The flavors, the quality of the meat, the service. I'm drooling just thinking about it. It's fairly easy to get seated and I love the convenience of the valet. It's about $5. Anyway, Bri was AMAZING. Main reason I had to come on here. Great, upbeat energy. Enjoys her love and just added to this specific experience. Super down to earth.

Check out my pic, here's everything you get the second you sit down. Call button service, hospitable staff, most meat variety for a kbbq place. Note: Cash valet or street parking. My favorite!

AYCE for a decent price. Meat quality is ok but it's AYCE so that's expected. Meat variety is very good, they have multiple cuts of beef. Service is good too. The servers grill for you and have a good attitude. Parking is $4. Overall, is it as good as Hae Jang Chon? Probably not. But I still think this place deserves 4-5 stars considering all factors combined.

I have also enjoyed the Korean bbq experience and cuisine. Oo-kook offers all you can eat Korean bbq at a reasonable price. They have wide variety of cuts and have everything from beef to squid. Eating Korean bbq is a shared communal experience where you cook the meat yourself with a burner in the middle. The process is real easy and makes for fun and memorable dining experience. Come hungry because it's all you can eat and once you tap out you are done. The food was all really delicious and the staff were friendly and gave us a great rundown on the process.

I like that this place takes reservations and has valet parking since there can be long waits and difficulties finding parking in ktown. The restaurant is huge with two levels. I am not a huge meat eater, but the people I ate with seemed satisfied with the meat! I personally enjoyed all the panchans, especially the rice papers and the japchae. We left with very full bellies!!!

The food was YUMMERS 10 out of 10 I will be coming again and the service was quick I got in faster then intended

Been going here since 12 years ago !!! It is definitely changed the menu and all But oMGGGGG What a price it's actually one of the cheapest Ayce kbbq in all of LA and actually it's a good quality !! I take all my mukbang friends here From banchans to service to my favorite meats yummmm And they got ramen in the menu too! Nice cherry on top!

They take reservations. If you didn't reserve ahead of time, put yourself on the waitlist on the iPad at the entrance stairway. Service tends to be inconsistent. Meat quality if a ok for ayce joint. Steamed egg was under seasoned here. The soy bean stew was over seasoned. Salad dressing was too acidic. Mix all that with your choice of alcohol and friends then everything turns fantastic! Expect to smell like kbbq after you eat. $2.99 for ice cream on your way out. Valet is $4.

With countless spots for KBBQ in Koreatown, where do you go? I've been to Oo-Kook a few times now and each time it's great. The vibe is very lively - they play top hits on the speaker and it's definitely a place where you can have a good time with friends. The service is always great, I love the selection of meats that they offer, and their all you can eat menu is set at a good price point. My favorite cuts are the bulgogi, brisket, beef belly and ribeye. The portions can be hefty, so be aware as you're ordering.

For the price of $37.99 per person for AYCE, it really is a steal in the area, considering there are so many surrounding kbbq spots competing against each other. At that price point, I wasn't expecting filet mignon or rib eye to be on the menu, but it was! I personally love meats that are unseasoned because if the meat is fresh, the natural flavors and juices will show. Plus, that's what dipping sauces are for. I enjoyed the filet mignon, rib eye, beef tongue, brisket and the PARKING: $4 VALET on site or you can try to find free parking in the neighborhood. IMO, it's just easier to pay for valet and get it over with so you can enjoy your meal sooner. They did a fantastic job with parking our car and pulling it up so it was easy for us to get out of the parking lot. Make sure to tip them if they do a superb job! SERVICE: It seems like this spot is a hit or miss with service, but we got lucky and our server, Daniel, was super attentive to our needs. He constantly changed our grills before we could even ask for a grill change, and made sure that we always put our meat orders in. I noticed that other tables had to wait longer for their orders because they had a different server. My experience and rating for this kbbq based on service alone would have been very different if Daniel was not our server. Guess we just got super lucky when we went!

At a glance: tasty food, good service, and mid ambiance. Overall, I enjoyed my time at Oo-Kook. I do wish the floors weren't permanently slippery, but what are you going to do. I imagine that they must've installed some tile that just doesn't have a great grip. Still glad I went though!

It was my first time coming to Oo-kook this past weekend and we had a great experience! I love that you can make a reservation. They also have a parking lot (which was full, but still nice that they have one lol). The quality of the meat was great, our server was fast and super friendly. The sides are great, I really liked the soybean paste soup. They also change out the grill often without us even asking. Overall, great experience and great food!

Great food quality and they are really quick to get you what you need. Super continent because I live walking distance so great fun night out!

I've been coming here for my birthday for over 10 years. It's been a tradition that my 80 year old Korean mother looks forward to, every time she visits LA. Tonight was THE WORST KBBQ I've had in LA , Korea, anywhere tbh. It took over 20 minutes for our first order to come through. No rice. No soup. No meat. Just banchan over and over. Then we got our tirst plate of brisket, it took another 15 minutes for our bulgogi. This happened with every order, the entire night. I politely informed the manager Kevin of the situation. He was dismissive and rude, throughout the entire meal. No remorse, no apology. Just terrible service and an ever worse attitude. We had to order every single item at least 2x from numerous servers. We spent over $500 tonight and over $5000 throughout the years. We won't be back. We won't recommend. What an embarrassing birthday dinner. They should be ashamed.

We picked this spot because they take reservations online, which makes it a lot easier to manage on a Friday night. We were quickly seated with a reservation. The meat quality was okay, not bad for the ayce price of $38. Plus was their galbi not having a limit. No sort of ventilation though so it's very smokey inside. I would come again for quick kbbq but there's definitely higher quality places in Ktown.

Overall: good quality, love the sides, clean interior Food: 5/5 High quality meat. Well seasoned! The drier cuts come with a slice of butter. Sides were great. Not too spicy. Service: 4/5 The staff were very attentive to changing out the grills, adjusting the temp, and flipping our proteins. Refilling waters and sides were less frequent than I would've liked. Ambiance: 4/5 Nice and clean. Doesn't have great ventilation (like individual ventilators per table)

Service was 10/10. They were all so attentive. If they see that you are too busy to cook, they will help turn the meat for you. They are always walking around checking on everyone. Also price was reasonable. The meats were really good quality. The inside was clean. They also have a big parking lot. It was valet when we came on a Saturday night. I didn't mind it at all because parking is really hard to find in LA. Overall, this is our new favorite AYCE KBBQ

Came here for my friends bday dinner...for a saturday, the wait time was not that long, the waiters were very fast and on point. they brought out plenty of side dishes, meats, and our drinks. the meats were very tasty, and the side dishes were good and unlimited. also, the prices are very good, AYCE for about $40 on weekend is very good.

My favorite ATVE Kbq spot. My friends and I have tried almost all of them so we don't take this lightly. Meat quality is good, service is fast and it's a lively and fun atmosphere . Highly recommended

I live close to this restaurant, sometimes I go here whe. I want to eat Korean bbq, the food is very good and great service.

Food is pretty good, location and valet parking is very convenient. Upper floor is a bit boring and doesn't have the same ambiance as the lower floor. Service is ok, not as fast as some other places but still pretty good. I would totally recommend.

My favorite KBBQ spot in La Easy to make a reservation Best meats And quick and friendly staff Highly recommend !

I was on the hunt for Korean BBQ and stumbled upon this spot! And you know how that goes you're looking for something and never been so you're weary. Well Oo-Kook was actually really yummy! It was just my cousin and I, and we got sat pretty quick. We tried a few of the beef meats including bulgogi, short ribs, marinated angus beef, and thin brisket. We really enjoyed them all plus you can never go wrong with the sides and some rice! The ambiance was nice, not too loud and the service was really good. It was on the pricer side per person than other places but totally worth it in my opinion.

Food: Came with some friends and it was definitely one of the best kbbq spots I've tried in a while!! The side dishes were INCREDIBLE! I usually never eat the kimchi at korean restaurants because it's 99% of the time not good but the kimchi here is quite literally the best kimchi I've had in a restaurant EVER!! That's what made this experience a 10/10 because good kimchi I swear is hard to come by!! The meat was delicious, and I don't typically eat chicken at kbbq but their marinated chicken was the star of the show in my opinion!! Service: Service was mid but did not expect much for a kbbq restaurant at peak hours, however, they are very attentive with your grill and will always come by to change it without you asking. The wait was also not too bad though, probably a 15 minute wait. Parking is pretty difficult because it's LA but there's a $5 parking lot right in front on the other side of the small street and they offer $4 valet parking in the actual restaurant lot.

I can always count on Oo-kook for an awesome meal that is so satisfying cuz you get to try a bunch of different meats~ My must-orders are: Angus prime brisket, pork belly, beef tongue, ribeye, steamed eggs, and corn cheese!! Trust me, if you don't know where to start, just order what I recommended (can't go wrong!!) Service is also excellent, they must have changed our grill like 5 times without us even asking. And of course, they are happy to bring you any extra banchan (side dishes) or dips/sauces if needed! Needless to say, I'll definitely be back again~

Came here for dinner one day and got seated right away. The place is spacious and has tons of seating. They have the usual banchan but my favorite was their japchae! They offer AYCE for $36.99. The price is affordable for AYCE but they didn't have that many choices in meat. My favorite of the meats was their galbi however everything else was just okay. The quality in meat was average. The service was great though and they often come around to help cook your meat and are great with when you need grill changes right away. They have a parking lot but it's $4 valet

Solid spot for large parties! It's not the best quality of meat, but if ever you were thinking "where could I have my friend group meet up for my bday" oo-kook is a solid spot! They take reservations, have valet, and what more could you ask for for a Saturday night in Ktown? The servers forgot a couple things but brought the item out upon asking again (not a big deal) and the food floor is like...weirdly slippery but just FYI lol. Overall, we had a great time and the food was good!

Great option for Korean BBQ when wanting to dine with a large group - though not the place for vegetarians. (I'm aware that's hard in general for KBBQ, but calling out because there isn't really anything to eat for vegetarians in the group other than the tofu soup.) Food - all you can eat. Delicious options across meat and seafood, food keeps coming and comes quickly. Service - hectic and not the nicest, but that's all you can eat for ya. Ambiance - loud, pretty crowded restaurant but good for big groups. Valet parking outside the restaurant!

Was there last weekend. Loved the meat. It wasn't that busy since we were there bit late for lunch. Servers were actively working and changed our burnt grill timely manner. Overall was good. Last time I visit ok-kook was more then 10years ago. Still maintaining good food.

Good kbbq spot with many food options. Brisket, beef tongue, pork belly, and short ribs were good. Recommend mixing the onion with the meat as an extra taste vs the sauce. It's a good affordable kbbq in Ktown $36.99. Ventilation is pretty decent bc they open up all the windows. Their Rosemead location has awful ventilation, you'll cough from the smoke. The service is quick and if they think you suck at cooking they'll come over and cook for you see menu photos attached $4 valet parking.