Beef Bibimbap
Mom Bop

Mom Bop

1707 Pico Blvd, 90405, Santa Monica, United States

Asian • Korean • Salads • Catering


"However, I had to deduct a star for the overall operation of the restaurant. Despite signs indicating that orders should be placed at the counter, I found that I had to order online or use a kiosk, which was cumbersome and required multiple steps to navigate. The kiosk was a paper setup and could not print receipts, which was inconvenient. Additionally, I noticed that the tables and chairs were rather dirty. While there were signs encouraging customers to clean up after themselves—something I was willing to do—eating a messy soup inevitably resulted in splatters everywhere, no matter how careful I tried to be. I managed with a few paper napkins, but the table was left stained from my meal and from previous diners. Another disappointment was the excessive use of disposable plastics. The trash bins were overflowing with plastic cutlery and containers, which I found unusual. Many other Korean fast-food establishments I’ve visited either use reusable metal utensils and bowls or modern compostable containers with sustainable wooden cutlery—something I would gladly pay a little extra for. Lastly, I was surprised to find that they don’t offer tea. It wasn’t listed on their online menu, and when I inquired at the counter, I learned they didn’t have any available. In summary, the food was excellent, but despite being a fast-casual spot catering to a student clientele, I was disappointed by the overall lack of cleanliness and the excessive plastic use."

Daebak Korean Bbq

Daebak Korean Bbq

2017 S Wells St, Chicago I-60616-3683, United States

Bbq • Asian • Korean • Barbecue


"If I could use one word to describe this place it would be disappointed... I left this place feeling dissatisfied and still hungry. I've been to many many KBBQ places around the Chicago area and this place is at the bottom of my list. If you are already here… read EVERYTHING carefully as every add-on has additional prices or “either/or” substitutions.Firstly, the decor was plastered with KPOP groups and I instantly questioned whether they were catering towards KPOP fans or hiding behind a famous face of the actual food itself. Nevertheless I went to find out and the brisket meat was chewy and hard when brisket should be thin, easy to pull apart and easy to chew. The ribeye was better but it was very dry. The marinated short rib was also more on the hard side. There was not enough meat and a dozen of side dishes that they want to charge $3 for extra... (we literally think that we paid $40/per person for just vegetables) The waiter cooked our food super fast and we literally just started on the first meat- felt like they were rushing us out for door for quick cash.The friendliness of the staff was decent but I wouldn’t say it was good.In the end, I find out that this business is hiding behind famous faces to bring business to their restaurant but the quality of the meats is not good. Don't waste your time here, you're better off at other KBBQ places that offer AYCE at this price point. For $40/per person should be all you can eat- not for low quality meat."