Quarters Korean BBQ

My friends and I went to Quarters Korean BBQ as walk-ins and had a very interesting and somewhat uncomfortable situation during our visit. However, the management handled it really well, and I truly appreciate that. A special shoutout to Lily at the front desk—she was absolutely amazing. She was kind, professional, and made us feel comfortable throughout the whole situation. She is the best, and honestly, I feel like I could be friends with her! Thank you, Lily, for making a difficult moment so much better.

This is the best kbbq in America and nothing else compares. I am Korean too and I’ve had a lot of KBBQ in Seoul and this compares with those spots as well. The meat here is top notch, the quality is amazing and even without getting the wagyu menu it still melts in your mouth. The service here is also phenomenal, the waiters cook everything here for you. Although the wait time can be long the line moves pretty fast and there is an outdoor bar in the waiting area so you can order drinks while you wait for your table which is also nice. Whenever I am in LA I always stop by here despite being out in South Bay.

This was my first time at Quarters (9/27/25 at 7:15pm). We were seated at table #13 in the corner, and the smoke constantly blew straight into our faces and eyes, making it hard to breathe and leaving our eyes burning. It was uncomfortable and distracting throughout the meal. The food itself was the highlight. The beef combo and marinated beef short rib were both juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. We really enjoyed the quality of the meat. Unfortunately, the service was a big letdown. Daniel rolled his eyes multiple times from the moment he took our order. Yes, the restaurant was loud, but instead of clarifying, he gave us nothing but attitude when one of my friends asked a simple question. Yomi wasn't any better--she kept a blank, unfriendly expression the whole time and stepped on my partner's foot twice without a word of apology. The lack of basic courtesy from both of them made the experience frustrating and unpleasant. The only person who stood out was the manager. He was professional, warm, and checked on our table more than our own servers did. Honestly, if not for him, the service would have been a complete disaster. Overall: good food, terrible service. The management deserves credit, but the staff's attitude ruined what could have been a great experience.

Huge portions served up with a friendly vibe sums up Quarters Korean BBQ. The bulgogi was delicious. The ribeye was flavorful. The brisket was disappointing, but the dipping sauce salvaged it. The sides were all on point. Overall, I recommend it but I don’t think it’s the best Korean BBQ in LA.

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Quarters Korean BBQ offers a great ambiance and an overall enjoyable dining experience. The atmosphere is stylish and lively, making it a nice place to dine out. While the food and service are good, for a price point of $80+ per person, it didn’t fully feel like I got my money’s worth. I couldn’t quite pinpoint what was missing—perhaps a bit more variety in the dipping sauces or a more interactive grilling experience. Parking can also be challenging during evenings or weekends. Still, it’s a solid spot and worth trying, especially for the atmosphere.