Sookdal

We came here to celebrate a birthday, I had a fantastic experience from start to end. We ordered the Combo D which came with Pork Belly, Pork Shoulder, Stew, Beef Brisket and cheese. The pork belly was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and tender juicy inside. Pork shoulder was just as juicy, flavorful ad cooked just right. The beef brisket was rich, thinly sliced with perfect marbling. The risotto with fish roe was creamy and luxurious, the fish roe added a nice pop of umami that complimented the richness of the dish. The cheese added melted perfectly and paired nicely with the meat. It was worth my one hour drive down to share this experience with my local OC friends. Highly recommend.

The service was ok, not particularly good or bad, The food was same as service not bad or not the best kBBQ I've had, sides were very very limited. The place is small but cozy. The parking though, was absolutely a nightmare. Make sure to carpool if you have group of people. Parking for 1 of us took 15+ mins in the actual strip mall but saw some park on the side street and walked to restaurant. Not sure if we'd go back any time soon but give them a try still if you want to try out a different kbbq or something. Also, the risotto was tasty but the portion for the $8-9 price tag, was not worth it in value wise but taste alone then yes.

food: sooo good!! i got combo A and it was PERFECT for 2 people. the meat quality was great and i loved their sidesservice: i love that they cook the meat for u. everyone was soo sweetambiance: very clean and lots of seating

We order Combo D for 2 people to share. The pork cuts are EXCEPTIONALLY premium here, the pork shoulder and pork belly were super thick and cooked to perfection by the server. I found that the quality and taste of the brisket was not as good as I hoped. Overall, I'd still give it a 4/5 and suggest a different combo order to avoid the beef brisket.I really enjoyed the pickled wild garlic leaf banchan + wasabi combination with the meats, but I personally didn't like the rest of the pickled banchan. The bean sprout soup was a nice appetizer and I found more tasty than the deonjang jiggae. I found the deonjang stew to be very fishy which was surprising. The cheesy risotto was CRAZY good, it was very rich yet mild in flavor. The texture from the masago was an excellent touch.I dined in during an off hour and found the service to be very prompt and attentive.

I love Sookdal, one of the most authentic kbbq since I've visited Korea, I've been searching for. So delicious. They cook the meat for you so you don't have to burn your hand. Meats are all super delicious. My favorite is the pork jowl here. Basic soup that comes with meat is great. Filling meal. Comes with refillable side dishes banchan. Good service. Nice intimate and lively ambience. I don't know how big of a group they can hold but it would probably be best to keep smaller groups to get seated. Can be busy and have a wait on weekends.

Sookdal is one of our favorite Korean BBQ places ever! We generally pick from one of their meat combos, which are primarily pork with one type of beef. What sets Sookdal apart are their banchan. They never rotate but they are perfect in every way. On one plate are the cucumbers, sitting next to bright pink cabbage and beets, and chrysanthemum stems. On another plate are my favorite, wild garlic leaves. The banchan are both sweet and salty, and are the perfect acidic foil to the grilled meats. With traditional kimchi, they really wake up the palate. All means also come with their doenjang chigae (bean paste soup) which is so much better made than anywhere else with a balanced soup and well sized variety of vegetables, a starter soup of soybean broth that is mild and comforting. Another dish we love ordering separately is the risotto. It's creamy and luxurious and I love the toppings of finely minced jalapeno and tobiko. When mixed in, you get the grassy flavor of the raw pepper and the slight, briny pop of the eggs and it elevates the rice. The meats are all wonderful. We are partial to the thin cut pork belly but they are all good. The little portion of grilled cheese and pineapple that are grilled alongside the meats are not to be overlooked - they are addictive too! It's a Korean BBQ place unlike any other and once you try it, you'll fall in love too.

Why bother waiting two hours in K-town when you can get just as good, if not better, quality right here? This place offers an incredible Korean BBQ experience without the long wait times.While the beef skirt steak was just okay, everything else in Combo B was absolutely fantastic. The real standout for me was the bonchon--it had a unique twist that set it apart from the typical offerings you get with KBBQ. I was especially impressed with the wasabi and leaf with meat--it was a bold and delicious combination I've never had before.The pork belly and pork jowl were cooked to perfection, and the side dishes like the bean sprout soup and kimchi soup were superb. Everything was flavorful and fresh, making for an unforgettable meal. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu and highly recommend this spot for anyone craving quality Korean BBQ without the hassle.

Dinner was amazing! Food, service, everything. Combo B for the two of us was perfect. The pork belly was definitely the highlight, as was our server, Joo--He was so welcoming, kind, and attentive. 5 stars just for him! I would definitely recommend Sookdal. We loved it even more the second time around :)

Combo A: 5/5 the meats were tasty and I loved experimenting with different tastes with the various sides that were providedService was incredible and not once did I need to hunt down my server

Amazing food!! They really focus on good quality meat here and the pickled sides complement the beef and pork well. The pork belly is the best I've had in OC since it's tender and thick. The servers are great and efficient, without rushing you to finish all the meat super quickly. We felt like we could actually enjoy ourselves and take our time savoring each type of meat. Can't wait to come back!