Road to Seoul is go-to Korean BBQ

A mere 10-minute drive from USC lies the Road to Seoul in Koreatown. Though the restaurant’s name would have you prepped for an epic journey as you walk through their front doors, the Road to Seoul relies more on service than atmosphere to bring its patrons the best Korean BBQ around.

Korean BBQ, for those unacquainted, is the method by which various types of raw meats are ordered and cooked right in front of consumers at their respective tables. One of the more interesting aspects of this dining experience is the involvement patrons have in preparing their own food.

At Road to Seoul, diners select meats and, using built in table grills, cook the food to their own specifications. With an all you can eat, ‘buffet’ style setup, patrons pay an initial flat rate for as much food their stomachs desire. Common dishes include marinated bulgogi {beef}, pork, chicken and brisket.

There are also a few seafood options like baby octopus, shrimp and squid. Since the final product of flavor and overall satisfaction is tailored to each individual and how one chooses to prepare their meal, waitstaff and service is a crucial part of the Korean BBQ experience.

Nonetheless, not everything at Road to Seoul requires diners to cook it themselves. Delicious beachu kimchi {spiced cabbage}, savory gamjajeon {thin pancakes} and filling sticky rice were always in rotation.

Road to Seoul’s staff are helpful and very accommodating, especially in detailing more information about Korean BBQ to first time visitors. Waiters frequently change out table grills to ensure clean equipment and even take pictures of patrons who wanted a keepsake for their night out on the town.

If you are looking for a great go-to restaurant for Korean BBQ or are itching for an adventurous introduction to a new style of cuisine, Road to Seoul is the place for you.