NAMOO Korean BBQ

Rathana Perez (Thehumblemom) a month ago

Namoo easily hit the top of my list for K-BBQ around here. If you're tired of dropped quality at other places just because they're busy, this spot is a breath of fresh air. Inside, it looks great…really clean and modern but it doesn't feel stuffy at all. What stood out right away was the service the staff handles all the grilling at your table, which takes the pressure off and lets you actually enjoy your night without constantly worrying about burning the meat. You can tell the meat is USDA Prime immediately. We ordered Combo A for $98, which gives you a ridiculous amount of food: paper-thin brisket, seasoned short rib, and pork belly. All three cuts were super tender and cooked perfectly. We grabbed a glass of J. Lohr Cabernet and the chicken lettuce wraps to kick things off, both solid choices. Also, a nice touch..they actually switch up their banchans daily, so you're not getting a generic, static spread of side dishes. Whatever you do, don't fill up before the sides arrive. The corn cheese comes to the table bubbling hot, and the Spam cheese fried rice with those crispy, burnt cheese edges is unreal. Great food, great atmosphere, zero complaints. Definitely coming back.

Tess Lovee 2 months ago

Wow, I had such a wonderful experience at Namoo. We ordered a course combo for 2 people, and it was more than enough. They have Korean chefs who grill all the meals for you; the service and food were 10/10. Highly recommended, and the price is very reasonable!

Danny Phan 5 months ago

Wow!!! Namoo is easily the best Korean BBQ on this side of town!! The service was top tier and super attentive, just like the level of service I have experienced in Korea. You can always tell how good a spot is going to be by the banchan (side dishes) and they absolutely nailed it. Everything was fresh, flavorful and consistently replenished without even having to ask. I highly recommend going with the set menu, it is more economical and comes with a great variety… including cheese corn, side salad and a spread of meats. The portions are generous so I definitely recommend going with a friend. The space is very clean with a lively ambiance. It feels upscale without being stuffy. There’s plenty of parking, and lots to do nearby before or after dinner. I can’t wait to come back!!

Crystal Kamada 5 months ago

We met up with some friends when visiting Marina Del Rey and enjoyed a premium experience. They cooked up everything right in front of us, switching out the grill plates between meats and keeping things fresh. Our group of 4 shared: 🥩 Set A - brisket, boneless shortrib, signature bulgogi 🍗 Namoo House Chicken 🥟 Dumplings The set was for 2 people, but it comes with sides like salad, corn cheese, veggie pancake and typical bonchon. They even make ramen at the end, so coupled with the chicken and dumplings we ordered, this was more than enough food. Excellent service, gorgeous clean interiors, generous portions and perfectly seasoned meats - this spot ticks all the boxes 😋

sukysday 7 months ago

★★★★★ I had such a wonderful dinner at Namoo Korean restaurant in Marina Del Rey with my son. From start to finish, everything was perfect💯 We started with the kimchi pancake, and it was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had, pancake was golden crispy on the edges (my favorite part) and full of flavor. The marinated spicy pork bulgogi instantly became one of my favorite dishes. It was tender, savory, and perfectly seasoned. The kimchi stew and fluffy steamed egg were pure comfort food, and the marinated short ribs were juicy, tender, and absolutely delicious. The service was excellent 😍 warm, attentive, and welcoming. We truly enjoyed every bite and already can’t wait to come back again. Highly recommend!