Don Blanc

Hosted a post conference dinner at Don Blanc back in August. The restaurant was such a joy to organize with. They were very accommodating, kept open lines of communication, and were kind throughout the whole process. I'm sure they operate the same way for regular customers, their customer service is top notch. The restaurant is huge. Plenty of seating everywhere, very well ventilated. The food was great. They have a variety of meat choices and every single choice felt of high quality. They also have cooked dishes you can order and I don't think you can go wrong with any of them. They all taste great. I'd definitely check out this gem of a restaurant if you get a chance :) I will be back whenever I'm in the area.

Pros: fast and friendly service Parking lot Side dishesCons: LA kalbi is not good

Dinner at Don Blanc felt like I was getting catfished by Instagram influencers who gave amazing reviews in exchange for $$. Reality did not match social media at all. The value is just not there (price and quality do not match). The "premium" is not there (if they have to say that it's so premium, then it's not). And the overall the service is not there. They even charge for rice and to me that's the biggest tell that Don Blanc is not for its customers. We paid $200 for dinner for 2 for a lackluster beef set, subpar service, and just ok banchan. Only plus is the kimchi. It was quite good. We had to ring the bell for everything, including basic things like: "oh, you brought the meat, but nobody turned the grill on". Or "could you give us the drinks we ordered?" Or "hey, the grill is literally burnt, could you change it?" These are basic things and the fact that Don Blancbills itself as high-end but cannot deliver, is a sign of the quality of the restaurant. They didn't even cook the meat for us even when we asked!! The place is clean and they have good hoods for the smoke but it's drafty and impersonal too. And I gotta say the staff did not look happy at all. Even when they were nice, hey looked harassed and upset the whole time. Every single one of them, especially the non-Korean staff and that gave me pause. Happy workers is a sign of a good restaurant and unhappy ones... you get the gist. And it wasn't like it was packed. Overall I would say: don't be fooled by good marketing on Don Blanc's socials and don't waste your time or money here, that premium label is just smoke

What a great spot tucked away in Koryo Plaza! There is a little lot you can park in for free, but there is also street parking available all around the plaza. We came for dinner at 5PM for a party of 21 (reserved in advance) to celebrate my boyfriend's grandpa's 76th birthday. We ordered Supreme Set B and seafood pancake all around. It was so delicious! Banchan come out first with either a kimchi or soybean stew - we chose kimchi. It was flavorful and not too spicy! Then our server grilled our meats: pork belly, rib eye, boneless galbi and brisket. Our favorite meats were the juicy rib eye and succulent pork belly!

I had a great time at Don Blanc, I've been meaning to go here after hearing how premium the meat is! We were immediately seated on a Sunday night, and it seemed relatively spacious. Every table has a grill, and the server cooks for us!We got the Beef Set A, and that was enough to feed four people with our Fried Chicken. The banchans filled us up, and the server was so sweet to constantly refill for us. As they cooked, they told us what banchan or sauce to eat each meat with, and the pairing was delicious. Though each meat was good, I feel it was not as melty or flavorful as other places.I also really like the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. It was so tender and crispy, it satisfies all the checkboxes. Overall, I am so happy to had experienced Don Blanc and had a great time.

Fire up your KBBQ game here, the prime spot for premium meats and vibes in Oakland! From expertly grilled marinated boneless short rib to the show-stopping monster beef rib, every bite promises unparalleled flavor. Enjoy the fire show as servers perfectly cook your selections right at your table, ensuring each piece is juicy and hot. Indulge in a diverse menu: Monster Angus Beef Rib - a must-try for its rich flavors! Hickory Collar butt - the fire show and slightly charred meat, is a feast for the senses! Spicy Raw Marinated Crab - sweet and savory sauce with refreshingly fresh crab, I definitely enjoyed this after my meats. Spicy Beef Intestine Casserole - perfect sides to complement your feast! Spicy Buckwheat Noodles - packed with a punch for the spice lovers!Each meal is complemented by an assortment of banchan, providing an array of tastes and textures from tangy to crunchy, perfectly paired with traditional drinks like soju bombs (soju and beer= somaek) to round out a truly authentic KBBQ experience.Bookmark this spot for your next foodie adventure and group outing. Don Blanc is the KBBQ feast you've been searching for!

Finally tried Don Blanc in Oakland since its one of the only restaurants left that closes late.When we arrived there's about 2 table that was filled. I'm not sure if our server was new but was not good. Burned our meet, I asked for some lettuce a hot tea and soda food came before the drinks and we had to re asked her for the drinks.I was really hoping that this place was gonna be good, but for the price range this Korean bbq was mediocre at best. The meats were good but they had very little side options. The meat was good quality, ofcourse better than your average all you can eat. Their stew was good and tasty.Honestly, I just got really irritated when we had to keep on asking for things we already had asked for.For the price range, customer service could be better.

Nice spot for kbbq in Oakland! We got the set menu and added on a couple of meats and apps. Highlights were the pork jowl and chadol(thin beef brisket). We also enjoyed the pork belly with the ssamjang and sides provided. Service is great and they help you grill the meats if you're not feeling confident doing so. The parking lot does get busy though so depending on time of day it's likely you'll have to find street parking.

Our server, John, was the highlight of our experience here. Besides the tasty meats, the endless side dishes, and the ambiance, the service takes the cake. You will not be disappointed here, that is a promise. Must visit!

This is the best kbbq in norcal and our server and griller were AMAZING!!! Service was so good and the food was great. must visit for sure! John is the best