QUICK TAKE// I didn't pay for the prime menu, and I think I should have to take advantage of all the options. Really solid spot with great bonchon items. Wait times can be pretty variable, especially during prime dinner time. They have a big parking lot, but just like anywhere else on Convoy, will be tough to park. FOOD// Great options! I tend to personally only go for the fattier cuts like beef belly, pork belly, intestine. They had really great flavored options like garlic pork belly and volcano pork belly. Even fun ones like honey pork, sweet & sour and more. It was my first time here and I only paid for the premium price. I should have gotten the prime price because they include things like pork jowl, finger meat, rib-eye and short rib! Radish paper is a must for me for KBBQ places and they definitely had that so checked my list off. SERVICE// Great service! Nothing to complain. Attentive to our needs, checked in at appropriate intervals. VIBES// More standard KBBQ place! Lots of seating and no fuss.
I would love to give this place more stars because over all it was good food, but the banchan was kind of lack luster. We got a total of 3 edamame beans unsalted, and the tiniest scoop of Mac salad and no kimchi. The issue me and my friend ran into was the service. I understand being attentive and I appreciate the staff being on top of it, however, before we even finished cooking our order they would keep asking us if we wanted more. I had to keep telling them to give us a moment to start eating our previous order but that never stopped them continuing to ask every 2 minutes. I wouldn't say it was horrible, just kind of felt bombarded and unable to enjoy my meal.
All you can eat Korean BBQ I was a little bummed they didn't have the big lettuce to do wraps. But they did have mushrooms and some good veggies and BanChan. The kimchi was really good. The Kimchi fried rice with an egg was really good! Service was good, they'll change your grill to prevent flame ups.
Love coming to Olleh! We don't frequent here often but every once in a while when we crave Kbbq, you can find us here. Tried this place for the first time last summer and was pleasantly surprised by the service and quality of meats for the price. They give you a ton of options even for the premium menu, which is pretty hard to find at other AYCE places. Compared to Kogi BBQ, their sides are pretty average but I guess that doesn't matter too much if you come here solely for the protein gains. They give you everything you need including a large bottle of water which is pretty convenient. The wait times fluctuate but generally you can expect to wait about 40 mins to a little over an hour if you come here on weekend nights. That's still faster than Manna (they gave us an estimate of 1.5 hours minimum which is crazy). Parking is lowkey bad at the plaza, and if you frequent Convoy you'll know the best way is to street park elsewhere and walk over. Also, Olleh doesn't have a digital waitlist so it'd be smart to drop someone off first to check in your names while you find parking if you have a large party!
Olleh Korean BBQ has swiftly become my top choice for Korean BBQ, and my recent visit left me thoroughly impressed. We opted for the prime meats, priced at $45, and though I initially considered it a bit steep, the quality of the meats surpassed my expectations. I was genuinely surprised and, more importantly, completely satisfied. The array of sides served alongside the meats were nothing short of delightful. Each side dish burst with flavor and tastiness, prompting my friends and me to continuously rave about them. The steamed egg was an absolute bomb of flavor, and the red bean sesame balls were an unexpected bonus - freshly fried, hot, and irresistibly good. We ended up ordering quite a few of those! The service was impeccable, with all the servers being incredibly nice and attentive. Our requests were promptly fulfilled, adding to the overall positive experience. The parking situation in the expansive plaza was also a breeze. In conclusion, Olleh Korean BBQ has earned a solid 100/100 in my books. It now will be my go-to place, thanks to its exceptional meat quality, delectable sides, and top-notch service. Hands down, a new favorite!
I'm convinced that the best Korean BBQ is in Convoy. Parking isn't difficult but tight. The dining area is clean and spacious. Regardless of the slippery/sticky floors and the poor ventilation, their food is the best. Yes, your clothes and hair will be smelling like bulgogi for a day but that's sexy right!? Their portions and servings are huge! The kimchi fried rice with egg and their steamed eggs are unique compared to other AYCE Korean BBQ spots. Service is excellent. Servers and bussers work diligently. Kalyna is top notch. Very friendly and welcoming. I'll be back for sure. If you find yourself in Convoy and can't decide where to eat, give this place a try. You won't be disappointed and you'll thank me later.
Our group consisted of 3 adults and 2 children. We were seated quickly once our whole group arrived. We decided to do the Prime menu for $43.99/person. Their service was amazing, good quality food, clean restaurant, and someone was always around checking on us. We were honestly shocked how quickly things came out, but in the best way. Some of the things we tried: Meats: -beef bulgogi -spicy pork bulgogi -Korean galbi -beef brisket -beef finger meat -premium short rib -beef belly -intestine -top blade steak -premium ribeye -chicken nuggets for the kids Sides: -garlic and jalapeño -steamed egg -japchae -buldak fried dumplings -corn cheese -kimchi fried rice -rice paper Will def be a go to spot whenever I am in town with family.
While visiting a friend at San Diego, I knew we were both hungry enough to relive old times and eat a ton at AYCE. He recommended Olleh, and I agreed since it reminded me of an old League of Legends player... The meat at Olleh is often not froze, and most of it is already defrosted - possibly chilled but not lukewarm. This is different from my other KBBQ experiences where meats like brisket are often chilled or frozen. From kalbi to brisket to pork belly, we tried at least half of their regular dinner menu. The meats tasted fine, and their sauces were tasty - namely the traditional salt with sesame oil and sweet sauce. Every staff member that we interacted were with friendly and attentive. The meat itself was great, and what made the experience even better was the steamed egg. Now, if you've been to many KBBQ joints, steamed egg is often a dish that's given a pass so long as it's a palette cleanser. The ones here, though... are moist, not dry, and has taste. Maybe it's the onions, maybe it's flavored, but there's something outstanding about these eggs. The only part of this experience that I wished could be better was our stove. Our fire was not even, and one half of our stove would never be hot. When we brought this issue up to our server, they did not address it and said that there was nothing they could do... For a party of two, this isn't a big deal, but for a party of 4-6, I could imagine this to be an experience ruiner.
I've been to this kbbq spot a few times now and I really like it, it's definitely one of the top places! They have a wide selection of meats to choose from and not too mention a ton of sides to pick from too. My rec is the kimchi fried rice with a fried egg on top. The meat quality is solid and plenty of options. However, there are a couple of drawbacks. One being that wait times can get pretty ridiculous, especially during peak hours. That and the price is a little bit more than some other places I have been too, albeit it's not the most expensive either. This is definitely a good spot to check out!