Kim's BBQ

burn rice. That crust of burn rice was covered the entire bottom of the stone pot. It was heavenly according to my wife. I got the soontofu and chicken bulgogi. Both were above average for a PV Korean restaurant. The chicken was full of favor. The soon tofu came with lots of tiny seafood chunks that I like, clams, shrimps, oysters, n beef. The banchan was great as well. We have three

The silverware was pretty. The lunch special said chicken bulgolgi, but it was chicken thighs. The macaroni was very soggy and runny and so was the rice. Service was ok.

Having kbbq in PV is insane. Never did I ever imagine this happening, all the kbbq and anything asian would usually be in Torrance or Gardena. Anyway, that's not to say this isn't a welcome addition. Contrary to that, Kim's BBQ is a huge welcome to PV. It's not AYCE and it's pricier but it works. They'll cook the meat for you and yadda yadda. The one quip I do have is that the standard stew and steamed eggs are add-on options instead of being included with the combos. Now they serve non-Kbbq food as well and also have lunch specials if you want that instead. We'll have to try that next time, but everything overall was pretty decent for what you can get in Palos Verdes.The restaurant is a little small but it can get real busy especially on weekends. But for your convenience: Kim's BBQ.

Server was great, restaurant still feels new, clean, and doesn't (yet) have that sticky grime a lot of korean bbq establishments get over time. The Banchan here is pretty good--- was the most satisfying part of our dinner, as was the beef rib soup stew.We also got a soon tofu combo which was most disappointing-- it did not come with an egg and we were told it'd be extra. Never in all my years eating korean in LA have I been told this, it's actually quite laughable. For the price point, you'd think it'd come with one, and honestly, it really needed it because the soon tofu here is quite sparse and too watery. Probably the worst I've ever had in a korean establishment. I ended up making my own when I got back home, the soon tofu kit from HMart is far more satisfying.

Place was hopping. I grew up on the hill and have seen so many restaurants come and go. We love Korean BBQ and weren't looking forward to drive down the hill and wait an hour + at that G*** for all you can eat.This place meat is quality! The appetizers were good. They have a system where they cook for you instead of you DIY. The boss seemed to be watching and he jumped in and help change out or grill as well as turn our meat.I will be back next time I am in town. Maybe a bit pricey but worth it!

The good:I got the combination platter of bbq meats for 2-3 people that was $88 and included bulgogi, jowl, pork belly and brisket. It also came with 3 pieces of mushroom, 1 asparagus and a slice of white onion. They have a la carte options too as well as speciality dishes that aren't bbq (ex: bibimbap). I thought the gold metal dishes were pretty and unusual (usually Korean restaurants have the silver). The interior is modern and sleek with a really cool wood wall with built in lights. We got a side of rice that was very moist and yummy. The meat quality was nice and the presentation was excellent. They cook the meat for you in front of you on your individual grill. I came on a Monday and we were seated right away. We also had grape soju that was enjoyable. The bad:I wish the front door were open for ventilation because the fumes inside made me cough. It was interesting how you only got one asparagus spear. The food took longer than expected to come out. The food is all raw so I was surprised that it took so long. We finished the combo with the 2 of us but I think we would've been hungry if there were 3 people. I've had combos for 2-3 at other Korean bbq places before that offered a larger quantity. The interesting:We weren't offered dipping sauces but we got some after asking (chili, fermented dip, soy sauce vinegar type dip and salt).

What an excellent restaurant. My only regret is that is that we have not visited here sooner! As someone who usually needs to drive all the way to LA for Korean BBQ, I am so relieved we have something on the hill. Not only is this closer this was so much better! We had the owners helping us and I truly appreciate the adjustment from DIY to having the attentiveness of them cooking for us. It made pacing our meal extremely easy and they were incredibly sweet and funny! The food quality - AMAZING! The meat was incredibly high quality and cooked perfectly. We can't wait to go back and are so relieved we have this incredible spot at the top of the hill. Thank you for an excellent meal and experience!

Really surprised how good this place was. Nice that it is relatively close by. Patrons were nearly all Korean. Good sides, tasty meat, they frequent the table and do nearly all the cooking.Great place for dinner

To the uninitiated, this place offers the right amount and fare, with quality just being ok, at a location convenient to those that frequent the area. There are other similar places that offer more in terms of selection and quality within a short drive. Service was on the good side and not a concern. Staff was helpful to first time customers. May come back here to avoid the crowd at other places.

The food was really good. Well ventilated Really good quality of meat and sides Excited to go back again