Wang Cho BBQ All You Can Eat

Korean barbecue restaurant · Santa Ana

Wang Cho BBQ All You Can Eat

Korean barbecue restaurant · Santa Ana

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3608 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704

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AYCE Korean BBQ with flavorful marinades & attentive service  

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3608 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704 Get directions

wangchobbq.com
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$30–50 · Menu

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3608 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704 Get directions

+1 714 668 7777
wangchobbq.com
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$30–50 · Menu

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The 15 Best Korean Barbecue Restaurants in Orange County | Eater LA

"If looking for an affordably priced all-you-can-eat experience, family-owned Wang Cho has it covered. Though the restaurant started in Chino over 10 years ago, it has since opened another location in Santa Ana near Southcoast Plaza. Even with three distinct AYCE tiers to choose from, each comes with over 20 meat options. The most commonly ordered cuts are the Angus beef brisket, marinated beef bulgogi, and the LA short ribs. The flavorful marinades stand out in particular, with options like basil pork belly, smoked honey barbecue chicken, and rosemary spicy shrimp." - Cathy Park

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Laith Zatar

Google
If you’re looking for top-tier Korean BBQ and world-class service, this is it you’re in the right spot! 🔥🥩 Everything was perfect the grill 🔥, the flavors 😋, the ambiance ✨. And Tiffany? She’s a rockstar 🌟💯 So professional and friendly. She made sure our table had everything before we even asked 🙌🍽️. Can’t wait to come back!

Dan Jerome

Google
I recently visited Wang Cho All You Can Eat Korean BBQ, and I can't stop raving about it! The food was incredibly delicious with a wide variety of options to choose from. The all-you-can-eat concept was fantastic, allowing me to sample a little bit of everything. However, what truly stood out was the service. The staff at Wang Cho went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was top-notch. They were friendly, attentive, and always ready to assist with any request. The service was absolutely the best I've ever experienced. Overall, I highly recommend Wang Cho All You Can Eat Korean BBQ for not only the mouthwatering food but also for the exceptional service that truly elevates the dining experience. I will definitely be returning soon!

Czarina De Jesus

Google
You can always count on Wang Cho for great service! I've been here a few times and almost every time I find myself amazed by the service. My party of 4 came on a Sunday at opening and we NEVER had to flag anyone down during our meal. The servers continuously asked us if we needed anything, changed our grills, checked up on us. IT WAS AMAZING! They were also so quick and didn't forget a single thing. The meats here are great as well but the main star is the BEEF BELLY! Really great beef belly. Tried a few of the other meats which were also good but the beef belly was the best. Had a great time and I'll definitely be back! I love the Yelp waitlist option as well :)

Isabella

Google
Our waitress had a bad attitude and ignored us whenever we reminded her about things she kept forgetting — like refills, a drink, and a bowl of rice for one of our party of six. Even though we clearly told her we were six, she only brought drinks, rice bowls, and utensils for five people. Despite paying for the all-you-can-eat prince package, she got visibly annoyed when we ordered. Everyone at our table noticed her attitude, which made the whole dinner feel uncomfortable and rushed. At times, it felt like she didn’t want to assist us. We’re hispanic, and while I can’t say for sure if that influenced anything, it’s worth mentioning that others have had similar experiences. We were also left with a grill that was off and not heating by the time our meat tray was brought out and we began cooking it. Our server didn’t seem to realize since she was quick to leave. So we had to wait for her to pass us by and flag her down just to get her attention and have her turn it on. After bringing out our food, she rarely came back to check on us. She did not check in to see if we wanted more sides, drinks, or checked if we wanted more meat. Thankfully, a busboy stepped in and was far more attentive and polite. He truly made our experience a little better. A 17% gratuity is automatically added despite the poor service. We paid $290 for a dinner that made us feel like a burden and completely ignored, not worth it. The reviews don’t lie.

Elle Ball

Google
By far the best Korean BBQ in Orange County. My husband and I have been coming here since we got married. We tried other ones but the flavor of the food does not compare, neither does the prices. Also want to shout out the amazing customer service by the servers. They are so attentive and awesome at what they do! I recommend the beef bulgogi, beef belly and spicy tofu soup! The food is very fresh and flavorful! Great job! Keep up the good work!

Adam Shbeita

Google
Great food and fast service with a Hot grill make an awesome combo for a hungry man I keep coming back for the bulgogi 😎

Judy Margaret Chen

Google
Great place for an AYCE Korean BBQ. We came in a group of 4 (+1 baby) and ordered the King menu for each of us. I recommended the first 9 items. They were really good. Garlic butter shrimps, tofu stew, and steamed egg were on point. House noodle soup was also very tasty, as well as corn cheese. Assorted vegetables were also very fresh. The only thing I disliked was rice soup. It was very plain, like basically just roasted rice with boiled water. The service was fast. Staff were nice and helpful. They moved fast, served fast and cleaned fast, too. I would recommend this place if you like Korean BBQ and AYCE.

Sam: awe_samness

Google
Wang Cho is a great spot for AYCE Korean BBQ! The location is convenient, parking is easy and wait time is fairly brief each time we walk in for dinners! The staff are gracious and attentive, the meat selection is generous and the prices are reasonable! It’s among our favorites in the South Coast Metro area. Check it out!
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Thomas S.

Yelp
Is Wang Cho the best KBBQ? No. It does not have top quality meat, incredible banchan, a premium drink selection, or anything of the sort. It is merely decent at all of these. They are actually VERY good with their service and their pricing. But that's not what sets them apart. The number one unbeatable quality that Wang Cho has, above any other KBBQ in Orange County, is the sheer amount of seating. The place is so big that it is impossible to wait longer than 5-10 minutes for a table on a weekend night. You will never have to make a reservation here unless you are feeding a company of carnivorous soldiers. You could bring over 8 minivans full of starving teenagers from football practice and get seated in minutes. It doesn't matter. You bring your entire extended family and their +1s over and walk in. No more waiting 2 hours to get into Honey Pig or Mr BBQ or Gen KBBQ on short notice. Just drag everyone over here and don't worry about having to come up with an entire movie's worth of discussion to kill time. Just eat.
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Lauren T.

Yelp
Wang Cho was a great place to visit to celebrate with a large party. The service and ambiance was top notch. The meats were okay, however. I wanted more from their banchan. With that said, they did a great job delivering the meats and requests within minutes. Bartender was amazing. Servers were all friendly and professional. They were very attentive which we enjoyed. Tofu stew wasn't worth getting again. Plenty of parking.
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Kurtis C.

Yelp
I've raved alone and going solo to festivals/shows is kind of a big deal for a lot of people. It's a little intimidating at first, so I get it, but tell me why getting KBBQ alone felt like more of a big deal to me lmao Anyway, I woke up Sunday morning with a mean KBBQ craving but had no one to go with. My sister isn't a fan of it, my parents only eat Canto and Viet food despite them telling me I'm the one that's apparently too picky, and my friends were busy. Wang Cho allows solo dining which is pretty rare, but also pretty awesome too. Food wise, everything was just average. Meat quality was average. Nothing more, nothing less. This goes for the banchan too. In fact, the whole experience just kind of felt like the bare minimum compared to everywhere else I've been. For $33 (Prince tier) I certainly did not feel like I was getting royal treatment. Jokes aside, it was pretty steep for mediocrity. Service was great so definitely zero complaints in that department. I had to switch tables because my grill was being a pain in the ass and they were nice about it. They were also cool about charging my Cardo (IYKYK) which was awesome because I wanted some tunes for my ride home. Unfortunately this isn't a place I would come back to. I'd rather hunt someone down to go eat KBBQ with so I can go to my usual spots for better quality, atmosphere, and cost. Bad news is that it looks like I'll have to continue my search for a good KBBQ place that allows solo diners. The good news is that I have an excuse to eat more KBBQ.
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Garrett O.

Yelp
Wang Cho in Santa Ana has quickly become one of my favorite AYCE KBBQ spots! For the price and the quality of the meat, it's hard to beat. The restaurant is super spacious, which made it really comfortable for our family. On a busy Friday night we didn't even have to wait, and our baby was able to sit in her portable high chair with no issues. We went with the King combo, and every cut of meat we tried was absolutely delicious. What stood out just as much as the food was the service. The staff was amazing and constantly checking in to refill drinks, bring more sides, and making sure we never had to wait for anything. Between the quality, service, and space, this spot checks all the boxes. Definitely my new go-to KBBQ place moving forward!
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Shawn A.

Yelp
One of the better AYCE Korean bbq places I've been to in a while. Great selection of meats that are decent quality. Never had to wait to long to get my next round ordered and they always promptly got us more drinks. They have 3 different price points. We did the most expensive tier just because I wanted to Try everything. I will probably do the middle tier the next time I come just because the 3 additional things were good but I could probably go without. Really enjoyed our meal here and will definitely be back.
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Jenny P.

Yelp
I wouldn't say this is my favorite KBBQ spot, but it does the job! I came here with a group of friends, and we had a good time. The meat and side dishes were good, the servers were attentive, and the restaurant was very clean. Parking was also very easy. Definitely worth a try!
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Marisela S.

Yelp
We came here on a random whim, like saw it on the corner of the stoplight and flipped a U and came in and ate. For such a random spot we didn't know of, it was delicious! They had a pretty good variety of meats and chicken and sauces to try. They were busy and the staff wasn't as attentive as I would have liked, we ran out of water and waited a bit for the food, but overall it was a good experience and I would come back.
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Peter T.

Yelp
Meh, wasn't great but wasn't bad, I've had better AYCE KBBQ at other places. The service was good and the only thing memorable to me was the cheese corn.
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Life's An Adventure X.

Yelp
The service was excellent. The meat quality was consistent. I wish they have more variety veggies instead of zucchini, mushrooms and onions to grill.
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Sofia P.

Yelp
came again to wang cho and loved my experience here again! i always have a positive dining experience. their bussers, particularly noah was super attentive to our table! he cleared our plates right away and was always offering to change our grill. nothing i hate more than having burnt grill at kbbq and having to flag down a server
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Rish C.

Yelp
I was a bit skeptical coming to this spot as I saw quite a few one star reviews, but I thought I'd try it out since I didn't want to travel more than 5 miles for Korean bbq. Coming in, the hosts were very kind and they sat us right away. At the moment my partner is handicap and has issues with sitting on hard chairs so I felt bad requesting a booth, but they had accommodated us without making us feel guilty and all which I really appreciated. Our server was very nice too! He took our orders fairly quick and our meats were brought out instantly. I honestly loved the meats! The bulgogi had a lot of flavor, but I will say the brisket and steak didn't were kinda dry. I really needed to dip those ones in the sauces provided to us. But other than that, everything was great! I loved the corn cheese and the spicy tofu soup. It was so goood. I definitely wouldn't mind coming back at all if I'm in the area!
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Chelsea H.

Yelp
We decided to do a random date night here over the weekend because one of our friend is a frequent customer. He said it was amazing, so we had to check it out ourselves. Staff was super friendly upfront, and very accommodating quickly. All the food was great. Highly recommend the wine pork belly + my husband loved the LA Marinated Short Ribs the most! Love that we felt beyond taken care of while there. Everyone is very on it if we need anything at all. We will definitely be back!!
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Janette B.

Yelp
Their website says they close at midnight. We came on a Saturday night at 10pm, they told us last call in 10 minutes. We drove an hour to get here! Service was fast and efficient, however. Our server said they weren't busy this evening, so the "Manager" decided to close shop early. Hah! How about that. As we were still eating, the staff started cleaning up to close around us--mopping the floors, putting chairs on top of tables, and even having someone stand right next to our table, holding a mop! Clearly waiting for us to finish. So rude! We understand that every business has closing hours, but there's a way to handle it without making customers feel rushed or unwelcome. Instead of allowing us to enjoy our meal, we felt pressured to hurry up and leave. It completely ruined the experience, and we left feeling uncomfortable and dissatisfied. They should have waited until after we were finished to begin cleanup. At least the section where all the other customers were. Sadly, this lack of courtesy and professionalism overshadowed everything else.
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Sergio Q.

Yelp
Food is great, and service is even more amazing Bailey was on top of our table all the time he was refilling drinks and bringing the plates so quick
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Brandon B.

Yelp
I don't go out to eat KBBQ very often anymore, but I came here with a large group of coworkers/friends, and it was wonderful! Our server's name was Jaswa, and he killed it! We were being especially rowdy and goofy, and he didn't seem to mind at all. In fact, he was super accommodating and chill! The food was really good too! Lotsa brisket for me, and beef tongue too! Whenever I go to KBBQ, I like to keep it simple, so I'm often ordering non-marinated meats, and going ham on unlimited sides as well! I especially like that thinly sliced pickled radish. Other notable goodies include the corn cheese, pork belly, and beef belly. We also got a steamed egg. Who doesn't love a steamed egg? It's fluffy, savory, somewhat sweet, and STEAMING hot. Those koreans really know how to keep hot food hot! Wang Cho? Go, bro!
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Trevor F.

Yelp
Me and the guys come here twice a month on Fridays for the lunch special. Great meats great price. Andy our waiter always takes great care of us! Service is always on point!
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Zien T.

Yelp
One of the best Korean bbq! Made reservations with a big group of friends and they were able to accommodate also kids (private room). The food is good and also the service! Ambiance is welcoming and you can celebrate a big party in the restaurant. I will definitely come back!
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Tien V.

Yelp
Always love hitting this spot for ayce KBBQ. Service is attentive and the lowest tier menu serves us best. You will walk out smelling like bbq but that is a given.
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Darrell P.

Yelp
"Everybody Wang Cho'ng tonight!" I've been to this spot a few times with my friend AA, and it's clear why it's his go-to for AYCE KBBQ. He's at Wang Cho Korean BBQ almost weekly, so much that I'm pretty sure the staff know him by name - HA! I joke but I'm sure it's true. Since this place is like a second home for AA, I let him take the lead on both the ordering and the grilling for us. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&start=504&select=lvcAQTXidN2VHQoRQXN2nA Wang Cho Korean BBQ delivers a solid Korean BBQ. The all-you-can-eat option offers a wide selection of meats, including beef brisket, short ribs, and pork belly, all of which come well-marinated and flavorful. The meat quality is good for the price, though some cuts could be a little fresher at times. Meats - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&start=504&select=1OEFq2l7At0Ygue4cwEwFw The banchan (side dishes) are generous, with kimchi, pickled radishes, and a nice variety of vegetables. While the variety isn't overwhelming, they complement the BBQ well, adding a balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors to the meal. Banchan - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&start=504&select=9pxF38GsIGG-yFIECEjlXA One standout aspect of Wang Cho is the great service. The staff are quick to refill banchan and drinks and replace grills before they get too charred - an important detail that makes the dining experience more enjoyable. (The last AYCE Korean BBQ place that AA and I went to, wasn't so diligent in replacing the grill and he made note of it.) The restaurant gets busy, especially on weekends, but the servers still manage to stay on top of things without making you feel rushed. Dipping sauces - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&start=504&select=dJjEO1XbCDSAWDd_34_MCA The atmosphere is lively and loud, which is to be expected in a Korean BBQ joint, but it may not be the best spot if you're looking for an intimate or quiet dinner. It's a great place for groups, especially since they have larger tables that can accommodate parties easily. Pricing is fair for what you get, though the premium menu is definitely worth the few extra dollars if you're a fan of more specialty meats like galbi or rib-eye. Overall, Wang Cho is a solid pick if you're craving some KBBQ in Orange County. The food, service, and ambiance make it a fun spot for a casual night out with friends or family, especially if you're ready to indulge in some serious BBQ feasting! I'm looking forward to the next time we return. - Big Aloha! Food: 4 Ambiance: 4 Service: 5 Value: 4
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Chase K.

Yelp
Happy birthday to me! I love some KBBQ for my birthday dinner and Wang Cho is our go to!! The restaurant is large inside with seating options all over for big or small parties. The menu is generous for the price, the service is fast and friendly, this place DOES IT RIGHT! The meat tastes fresh and seasoned perfectly. I really love coming here it is a great experience everytime. Thank you Wang Cho!
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Kingston W.

Yelp
On it's website, Wang Cho Korean BBQ states that it is "California's premier all you can eat Korean BBQ restaurant". In addition to this Santa Ana Store, there are locations in Chino and Riverside. The system is easy. They have three packages: the Prince, the King and the Emperor. Compared to the Prince, the King has a longer list of items to choose from; and the Emperor has a more robust selection than both the Prince and King. On this occasion, our group of three each chose the Prince (3 x $33.00). We also ordered a hot tea ($2.95), Sapporo draft ($7.00) and Coors Light bottle ($5.50). With tax ($10.58), our ticket was $125.03 before gratuity. We were provided with a good selection of banchan (side dishes). All of the banchan were "good" in both quality and taste, but nothing was particularly noteworthy. The thing I appreciated was the wide selection. The proteins ordered (beef, pork, chicken, octopus) was good quality; and the food was seasoned well, too. The store was well staffed. Getting a hold of someone to make an additional request was always easy. And someone came by regularly to exchange fresh griddle plates onto the BBQ. In short, the food was good; the service was very good; the environment was neat (clean); the exhaust fans worked really well.
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Justin N.

Yelp
Went during lunch on a Saturday - and the service and food were impeccable. I highly recommend the Garlic Pork Belly and Rosemary shrimp - so be sure to eat like a King, and get the king menu Ambiance was pretty normal for a KBBQ place - but I have to say some of the best service I've ever had.
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Doug B.

Yelp
Some friends and I were in the mood for Korean BBQ and we usually go to another popular place but I discovered they got rid of all their live waitlists and we didn't feel like waiting an hour in line in the hot sun. That turned out to be a blessing in disguise as I searched for somewhere else to go and came across Wang Cho so we decided to give it a try. I appreciate any restaurant that has a live waitlist as nobody likes to wait a long time to eat. I was a little concerned that the waitlist said there was no wait when we were about to arrive at 6pm on a week night. We walked in and were seated immediately as it didn't look busy but it became a lot more busy over the next hour. The restaurant is spacious, has high ceilings, great ventilation, and the tables are spread out well. The restrooms are large and very clean. The All-You-Can-Eat menu has three different price levels and the higher priced options have more items available. We went for the King option which seemed like the sweet spot and $12 less expensive than that other place we usually go which has a regular and premium option but nothing in between. Banchan is served first including bean sprouts, pickled cucumbers, glass noodies, kimchi, macaroni salad, and regular salad. The King menu has 43 different food options and we ordered a lot of the meats and seafood. Everything was delicious and my favorites were the LA marinated short ribs, Angus beef brisket, beef bulgogi, Wang Cho steak, and garlic butter shrimp. Service was excellent and there was a whole team of servers bringing platters of new food, clearing away empty platters, putting in fresh grills, and refilling drinks in a friendly and timely manner. The amazing thing is that even when the restaurant got very busy, there was barely any smoke in the air. I usually come home from the other KBBQ place smelling like I have been standing over the grill all night but not here. Wang Cho really is a hidden gem and this is now our new regular KBBQ spot.
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Simone O.

Yelp
tldr: YUM! AYCE KBBQ so yummy. We got here around 6pm on Thursday and there were plenty of tables open to seat our party of 5 immediately. Our servers were so good and the meat came out so fast. The plates were actually very cold and the meats were nice and solid because they were cold too. The servers were great in checking in with us to see if we needed to order any more and changed our grills several times. Your entire party has to order from the same menu, but the Prince which is the cheapest option at 33 per person was more than enough for both the meats and side dishes. Make sure you get some extra sesame oil, rice paper, radish paper! The bulgogi is nice and sweet. The garlic pork belly was a surprising favorite of mine. The beef belly was super thin and stuck to the grill so it was hard to get off the grill. The spicy pork bulgogi wasn't spicy enough. A solid favorite and great service! Would definitely come again :)
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Thanh D.

Yelp
First of all, this restaurant is very accommodating big party. We were able to get reservation for 13 people through phone call during diner rush. Overall service is fast and professional. Menu has variety of options including meat/ soup/ appetizer. I enjoyed the beef belly / tongue very much
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Wayne T.

Yelp
I came here with my good friend at around 3ish or 4ish. It was still slow, so we didn't have to wait long to be seated. The menu comes in 3 different meal options which are Prince, King, and Emperor. Cheapest one is Prince, which is about 30-35 dollars I think. There are a variety of options to choose just for the cheapest option. Me and my friend mostly just ordered spicy beef brisket and spicy beef belly, which came as good meat quality. Servers here were pretty good too. They respond quickly and I can see how hard they work by running around. My only issue with this place is really just the grill. It's either that or the flame, but the grills burns up quickly. So every time meat gets put onto the grill, it will start to get burnt quickly. So we had to keep asking the servers to constantly change it. This place was quite large for a KBBQ spot. It kinda feels like Gen.
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Mikey V.

Yelp
Probably not my top favorite Kbbq spot but it's still good. I normally just get brisket and it didn't disappoint. I also tried Bulgogi and it was just alright. I thought the spicy bulgogi would have more flavor but it was just bland without the dipping sauces. I could have skipped the garlic chicken and had the teriyaki chicken instead cause that was good. There wasn't not enough banchan options here. I'll definitely be back if I'm in the area, but it's not my first choice
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Sheri P.

Yelp
Fam Visit down to SoCal with a friend's rec for an early Father's Day lunch! Large 1st portions of beef belly, bulgogi, brisket etc... 2nd portions are normal. Also ordered corn cheese- yum green salad-no hype noodle soup(eh-lack of flavor) Steamed egg-good Newbies-Make sure if u order lunch special, that u get that price ($26) we were told to scan the QR code menu on table and ordered-not knowing it was gonna b the higher price! Explained and was adjusted- thank you! Clean restaurant! Clean bathrooms! All in all- we would return but would seek out other multitude of kbbq in SoCal.
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Simon K.

Yelp
Tried a few more dishes today. The lowest price tier "Prince" is sufficient. The following items are great... Beef Bugolgi Beef Belly (it's shaved paper thin) Cali Steak Sausage Vegetables Cheese Corn Garlic Chicken Pork Bulgogi Fried chicken (has sweet n sour sauce) LA marinated short rib (higher tier item) There following items are average... Marinated pork ribs (bit rubbery) Smoked honey bbq chicken Brisket Pork belly Shrimp (higher tier item; it's shell on which is a pain) The following items are not that great... Fire cheese chicken (meh red sauce) Beef rib finger (higher tier item) Wang Cho steak (higher tier item) We also love the huge bottle of Hite beer, the Blue Moon on tap, and the Nautilus Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
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Mariah G.

Yelp
Came here on a Friday night cause we were craving KBBQ. Love how you can add your name to the waitlist when you're otw there. Service was quick and were able to order a lot at once. This place has all my KBBQ essentials such as corn cheese, steamed egg, steak, brisket, soju, japchae, and more. One of my favorite places for AYCE.
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Hannah P.

Yelp
If you're craving Korean BBQ, Wang Cho in Santa Ana totally hits the spot! The meat is super fresh, tender, and packed with flavor--every bite was amazing. You can really taste the quality. Service was on point too--friendly staff who kept everything running smoothly without hovering. Left full, happy, and already planning my next visit.
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Ryan N.

Yelp
I came here on 4/27/25 with friends for lunch. This is our go to spot for kbbq. The food and service is always excellent which are the reasons we come back. We usually order the King option at $38 per person. All the meats are good but the LA Marinated Short rib and Beef Rib Finger stand out. I would return and definitely recommend.
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Tiffany R.

Yelp
All you can eat $35 dollars I can't believe they charge for kids under 6, like how much is a child going to eat....... We were starving and didn't even realize they didn't bring us any sides, just rice paper and lettuce. :( Service was great and fast They def have to work on the "tofu stew", it's spicy water with the tofu. Meh Meats 1,2,3,6 were good and so was the pork belly. Plenty of space and they are open unlike the others that reopen in the evening
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Dana L.

Yelp
Meats are delicious, side dishes are plentiful and the servers here hustle and work really hard. They changed our grill for us so many times and we could easily order more meat from the menu. The parking was super easy in the shopping complex, and we showed up without a reservation but it was a very short wait for a table for 4. Everyone at the table has to agree to one of the three set menus. The meats came quickly and were fresh. The pickled vegetables were awesome, especially the cucumbers and radish wraps. The one downside is that it was somewhat hard to hear conversations but the ambiance was fun and it's a great group activity.
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Sarah K.

Yelp
This place was super good! This is also the first place where my clothes didnt smell like kbbq after I left!!! High quality meats and good service they were always checking up and offering grill change when it was time. All the meat felt super light and not greasy at all like some ayce places. The macaroon ice cream was also the perfect dessert to top it off. The inside felt super luxurious and clean. The air wasn't stuffy or anything and it felt really fresh inside. Will definitely be coming here again :)
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Dagoberto P.

Yelp
Service has definitely improved since the last time I came. They checked on us before our meat was all cooked, which is always a good sign of attentive staff. With every kbbq place, I have to judge them on their salad as it is a staple for me. Their lettuce is CWISP (crisp) but their dressing had a hint of wasabi which threw it off for me. It was fresh, but it was hard to eat with the dressing. The meat quality was good too; I love the variety of the menu even with getting their cheapest menu choice. Their sides are also top tier with the Japchae. This might be my go to for AYCE kbbq.
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Maral K.

Yelp
We always go to Wang cho Korean BBQ we love it but when We went today to chino hills which that's the one we go to all the time the waiters said it's under new management there was few things that have changed that I didn't like don't get me wrong the food is still great but the change was a bit uncomfortable for us because now they are seating other people on the same table that was very uncomfortable for me...i felt no privacy while eating...also before the side orders used to be included now you have to choose what side order you want and pay for those separately... anyway just wanted to talk about the change service and food wise it is great
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Rosie H.

Yelp
Overall, it was good. There's lots of parking and easy to get into the area, it's not far from South Coast Plaza. They had three tiers to choose from, we opted for the King because I really wanted shrimp. We ordered so many different plates but my favorite was the beef brisket. I had two plates of beef brisket. I like to make mine a little crispy and wrap it up in the rice wrapper dipped with the different sauces mixed in with the salad. The plates of food came out quickly so that was great for us because we were hungry. The meat quality was decent, especially for being an AYCE KBBQ. I missed not having onions or butter to prevent the meat from sticking to the grill. I do admit that they switched out the grill pretty frequently.
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Jamie L.

Yelp
Came here with a party of 6. Food/meat was okay. We got lots of meat and enjoyed lots of their sides. The place was really loud and not the cleanest spot. They limited 4 orders of meat at a time but didn't come very often to take more orders. The service was pretty slow and the server rarely came to the table- maybe because they were a lot of customers. The food was okay but the low rating is mainly because we'd order certain sides or meats and they'd either forget about it or take really long to come over. I don't know if I'd come to this particular ayce spot.
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Kevin C.

Yelp
Great all you can eat Korean BBQ. We got one of the inside booths, seating was comfortable. Reasonably nice atmosphere for a casual special occasion. The Banchan side dishes were pretty good, I really liked the macaroni salad. We selected the King menu, I think it's one of the best selections because it has the marinated short ribs and steak. I feel like the Emperor selection is missing the true high-end selection other Korean BBQ places have available. But overall this place has a variety of good options even on the lowest tier. I do wish the menu had some pictures though. It was busy the night we went and service was pretty good, with regular grill changes and asking for orders.
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Mark F.

Yelp
Let me just say the thing that is impressive about this place is the service. A lot of Asian places are known for having bad service but the servers here work HARD. They were constantly moving, helping, serving food and it was impressive. They deserve all the tip they get. As for the food, I strongly recommend sticking with the beef items here. We ordered a few non beef items like pork and seafood were just OK. But the beef items were the star. I'm not going to recommend one in particular because everyone has their preferences. Just get what you like and it will be be delicious. Will definitely come back again.
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Brian T.

Yelp
Wang Cho Korean bbq never disappoints. Inside the place is clean and well kept. There's plenty of seating so you don't have to worry about the wait times here. There's three menu tier level items to choose from and you cannot mix lower tier with higher tier. The party will all have to agree on one tier. The service is always great and you get many different servers and bus boys helping to clean up your table from your empty plates and they are quick with bringing out your food to you after you order. You'll get a 2 hour time limit to eat your food which should be plenty of time. Most of the meats are delicious and are packed with flavor. I love their Bulgolgi beef, garlic pork belly, and their short ribs. Pretty much all the meats are pretty good. Only thing I wish was that they had more sides to give you. I had a great experience here and I think you will too. Whether it's with family or friends, this place will not disappoint.
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Bianca D.

Yelp
I don't know how many times I've come here and ALWAYS forget to take pictures & leave a review! I guess I'm just too excited every time! My family and I LOVE coming here, we really do believe this is the best place for Korean BBQ, even after trying different restaurants. We came in on a Friday night at about 6:30 and were sat right away but that is how fast we usually get sat regardless of time and day, I think because of how big the restaurant is. We always order the brisket, spicy pork bulgogi, beef bulgogi, and spicy pork belly. (Usually with a few others sprinkled in depending on what we are craving.) We also always order spicy rice cakes, corn cheese, and usually have to order refills of the cucumbers, salad, glass noodles, macaroni salad, and spicy sauce (I like to combine all my banchan with my rice). The restaurant itself is always very clean and they come around very often to change the grills.
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Ernest C.

Yelp
For AYCE, the Emperors meat quality is good. Our 이모's service was exceptional. Even though it was busy, she answered questions, providing great suggestions and making sure we were okay during our whole meal. People like this can make an average meal a great experience that wants to make you come back.
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Vincent N.

Yelp
I would give this place 4.5 Stars, but I'll round up! Had a pretty good experience here, AYCE, price ranges from $33-$40ish depending on what tier you get; higher the tier the more choices. Sides were decent, they had macaroni salad, jap chae(this is a plus! Some AYCE kbbq don't have this!), kimchi, been sprouts, cucumber, rice paper, good salad! Meats and sides are super fresh, meat is very soft and tender, beef belly, beef tongue, brisket are my go to and they were all good! They also have cheese corn! A few criticisms is that the tofu soup and the egg soup tasted kinda bland, watered down, little flavor. Beef tongue cut was kind thick, it was hard to chew at one point (Otherwise taste is good).
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Brit P.

Yelp
I've been to quite a few KBBQ places around so cal and everyone has their "this is THE spot" . Well this is that place for me. Everytime I come here with my boyfriend the service is always amazing. The servers are always friendly and helpful with any questions you may have. Never have an issue with food quality (or quantity, as some places give you very little) . Would highly recommend this place to people who are either new to KBBQ or want an ayce location that is worth your money. Did I mention they have amazing soju cocktails?
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Samantha L.

Yelp
Came here on a Sunday for dinner around 5pm and it was busy but they were able to keep up with all the large parties. We were able to be seated right away. The service was amazing, they were very attentive, brought out our meat dishes and sides so fast. We loved that they changed our grills out often so it helped with the quality of the meat when we were cooking. We got the basic menu and honestly everything on that menu was as delicious. Our favorites were the beef belly, marinated beef boneless beef, and the Cali steak! So tender and flavorful we kept ordering those 3! The booths and tables were nice and spacious, restaurant was very clean as well. Our party of 4 really enjoyed it and will definitely be back as this may be our new go to ayce kbbq spot! The only con we can think of was that there was no free ice cream included on the ayce menu like other restaurants but that's not a big deal. For the price, you can't beat the quality of the food and great service!
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Mariah G.

Yelp
We LOVE Wang Cho and come here every chance we can, the selection of meat even with just the price menu is amazing and we've never had a bad experience
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Anu V.

Yelp
This is hands down my favorite KBBQ spot in SoCal! I've tried quite a few AYCE places, and this one always comes out on top. They offer a great variety of meats with three pricing tiers--I usually go for the second tier because I'm obsessed with their short ribs! Their brisket sauce is also my favorite out of all the KBBQ spots I've tried. One of the best parts? There's rarely ever a wait, even on weekends and during peak hours. The space is clean, roomy, and just has a great vibe overall. The staff is super friendly and always quick with service. I always leave happy--can't recommend this place enough!