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BBQ+RICE Venice
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BBQ+RICE Venice
8.4
A fast-casual counter spot specializing in Korean rice bowls that hit the classic notes—bulgogi, spicy pork, galbi—without feeling heavy. Portions are generous, flavors are bold and consistent, and it’s built for quick lunches or easy weeknight takeout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi Bowl, Bulgogi (Beef) Bowl, Korean Fried Chicken
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Dialed-in Korean bowls with reliable seasoning and speed.
Who should go: Weekday lunch crowd and takeout regulars.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner for fastest service.
What to order: Galbi bowl, bulgogi bowl, Korean fried chicken side.
Insider tip: Add house kimchi and cucumber pickles to brighten richer bowls.
BBQ+RICE Venice
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Fast-casual Korean barbecue bowls with bold marinades and generous portions for the price. It’s a small, mostly takeout-friendly storefront that shines when you want smoky-sweet galbi or spicy pork without the sit-down KBBQ commitment.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi Bowl, Spicy Pork Bowl, Korean Fried Chicken
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Korean BBQ flavors distilled into speedy, well-priced rice bowls.
Who should go: Anyone craving K-BBQ comfort food on a budget.
When to visit: Anytime for a quick meal; evenings stay steady.
What to order: Galbi bowl, bulgogi bowl, Korean fried chicken.
Insider tip: Mix the spicy mayo and bowl juices before digging in.
BBQ+RICE Venice
8.4
Korean fast-casual spot that consistently turns out crackly, twice-fried wings with glossy soy-garlic or sweet-heat sauces. The chicken stays juicy under the crunch, and the banchan-style sides make it an easy repeat order for locals on Venice Blvd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soy Garlic Korean Fried Wings, Honey Butter Wings, Kimchi Fries
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: High-volume Korean fried chicken with reliably crisp skin and bold sauces.
Who should go: Wing lovers who want Korean flavors fast.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for minimal wait.
What to order: Soy garlic wings, honey butter wings, kimchi fries.
Insider tip: Ask for sauce on the side to keep wings extra crisp for takeout.
BBQ+RICE Venice
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Family Friendly Favorites
Fast-casual Korean BBQ bowls where the galbi short-rib bowl is the main event—rich, braised beef ribs over rice with crisp veg for contrast. It’s a quick, dependable ribs-adjacent hit for lunch or takeout, with bright sauces and steady portions. Not a smokehouse, but a legit rib fix in under 10 minutes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi (Short Rib) Rice Bowl, Spicy Pork Bowl, Korean Fried Chicken
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Galbi short ribs anchor a speedy, well-seasoned Korean bowl format.
Who should go: Lunch walkers and takeout regulars.
When to visit: Midday for the freshest bowls.
What to order: Galbi bowl, spicy pork bowl, fried chicken.
Insider tip: Ask for extra galbi sauce on the side to drizzle.