Park's BBQ

Park's BBQ is a Korean barbecue restaurant on South Vermont Avenue in Koreatown, Los Angeles, California, and it has received recognition from the Michelin guide, which has helped establish it among the leading Korean grill restaurants in the United States. The restaurant is known for premium cuts of beef, which are cooked at the table on a grill built into the surface. The signature order is prime galbi, a marbled cut of short rib, and the marinated short rib offers a sweeter, soy-based alternative. The kitchen also serves other cuts including brisket and pork belly, and sets and combination platters are available for groups. A selection of banchan, the small side dishes of kimchi, pickled vegetables and salads, accompanies the meal and is replenished during service. Non-grilled dishes include soybean stew, cold noodles and rice dishes, which are usually ordered to complete the meal. Beverages include soju, beer and a selection of wines, and the soju cocktails are commonly shared among groups. The dining room is polished and comfortable, noticeably more refined than a casual grill house, with attentive staff who help with the grilling when requested, and the atmosphere is lively but not rowdy. Dress is casual to smart casual, and the room can be moderately loud. Reservations are accepted by website or phone and are strongly advisable for dinner, particularly on weekends. Prices are high for Korean barbecue, with a full meal typically costing about 50 to 90 US dollars per person depending on the cuts ordered. The restaurant is in a dense part of Koreatown, close to the Metro D Line stations on Wilshire Boulevard. Valet or garage parking is commonly used, and the surrounding blocks have many other restaurants, karaoke venues and cafes.