Welcome to Song Hak Korean Bbq - San Diego

“ Back at Songhak again! I really do love that there's a kbbq spot thats not AYCE, and you can come here to order just what you want. This time we went with Prime Combo #2, meant to feed 2-3 people with: - Beef bulgogi - Beef brisket - pork belly - kimchi stew - steamed egg - corn cheese - various sides/banchan This was more than enough to feed the three people in our group with leftovers to spare! The kbbq is cooked and cut for you at your table which is a nice break from me usually being the cook at kbbq spots LOL but if that's something you enjoy, you can still have your fun! We also had also ordered japchae bc we love noodles and this one was done nicely with a good amount of meat and veggies! Parking is tight, but if you're patient (or lucky) and get a spot, this meal is well worth it! —— previous review ——- Ok just may have found the perfect kbbq spot for me in San Diego! I love kbbq in general, but sometimes AYCE is a lot! Song Hak is not AYCE and you can order Ala carte or in combos. We went with the prime combo #3 which is meant to serve 2-3 people. It’s a good amount of meat so it would prob be two VERY hungry people but we were 3 and still had leftovers. This combo came with Wagyu Beef Belly, Seasoned Boneless Short Rib Cut (Prime Chuck Flap Short Rib, Prime Bulgogi, and Prime Pork Jowl. Combos also come with corn cheese, a steamed egg pot, and soybean paste stew. We loved everything! Combo 3 had a good mix of meats and each of us had a different favorite but overall loved it all. Staff were super helpful and actually started off the cooking and cutting for us which was nice. We also ordered the seamed pork and chive dumpling with was very good! ”

“ If you're looking for quality Korean BBQ, then look no further than SongHak! We have come several times now, and we are always impressed by the quality of the food here. Our favorite items to order are the Combo #3 as it gives a good variety of meats. You can see how beautiful the marbling is on the meat even before it's cooked, and you'll know you've made the right choice eating here! We like getting some of their other menu items like Tteokbokki and Kimchi Pancake that tie the meal all together nicely. Would definitely recommend coming to Songhak for a great Korean BBQ meal! ”

“ UPDATE 6/25/25: There's a reason we keep coming back - Songhak has some of the best quality kbbq! We are such die-hard fans of their bbq combos, but today we tried something different and just got a full order of beef belly and an order of the Galbi Jim and added cheese. Service is excellent as always - they help cook up your bbq and change the grill as needed. The Galbi Jim came out on a sizzling plate, but after our beef belly was done cooking our waitresses took out the grill and set the pot of Galbi Jim on top to keep it warm. You can order this with either soy based sauce or a spicy sauce with level 1-3 spice, and we really loved level 2 spicy. You still get all the bonchon and garnishes like onions and bean sprouts and radish slices for the bbq. Pro Tip- since this spot is notoriously crowded and parking is a challenge, we like to come on a weekday in between the lunch and dinner rushes. We found parking more easily and the restaurant was quite peaceful and comfortable to dine there as a family with our son. We always have the best experience whenever we come here. We always get the Prime Combo 1 which has brisket, beef belly and pork jowl, and includes corn cheese, steamed egg and soy bean stew, along with bonchon. We love the service here too - the server helps is cool it all up to perfection, and when we order spicy fried rice with cheese at the end, she preps it all then puts it on our grill to melt the cheese. Perfect every time. The place has always been pristine clean and bright too. This time we also tried the chadol champon, which is a spicy noodle soup with brisket. The portion was huge! We will definitely be back again. We want to try more of their non bbq items but just can't pass up that combo ”

“ Tried this place for the first time and tried Abosam for the first time and we are hooked! Will definitely be bringing the rest of our family here to try this out. We got the combo with brisket, marinated beef belly and pork jowl + abomasum + water Naengmyun and all of it paired so well together. The waitress recommended eating the meats with pickled onion, a green onion salad and another soybean sprout salad and we somehow managed to eat it ALL. highly recommend! You also don’t smell too much like kbbq which I love!! ”

“ Kid friendly experience. We came at 5 pm on a Thursday. Staff was kind and patient with our energetic kid. I would like to highlight a few things the Cobis and the beef tongue were excellent. I was able to get Fish here which you don’t get at every restaurant. Lastly, they were able to cook food in the back one we didn’t wanna sit at the grill sounds good. This is a nice bonus so we don’t have to worry about our kid burning himself. Afterwards, when they saw us cutting the meat, they went out of their way to cut the meat off of the bone for us, which is above and beyond and excellent service. Appreciate these small details . ”

“ Amazing Korean BBQ Experience! I had an incredible dining experience at SongHak Korean BBQ in San Diego! From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and attentive. We ordered the Combo 3, and every cut of meat was fresh, tender, and packed with flavour. The staff even helped cook the meat to perfection, which made the experience even better. The side dishes were amazing—I loved the kimchi, potato salad, and bean sprouts. Plus, the steamed egg and corn cheese that came with our combo were a delicious bonus! The atmosphere was lively but comfortable, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Yes, parking can be a bit tricky during peak hours, but it’s 100% worth it. If you're looking for authentic Korean BBQ with top-notch quality and service, this is the place to go! Can’t wait to come back! ”

“ Songhak Korean BBQ is always a great meal, and they've proved us right again! I'm surprised they aren't busier as the food here is always delicious and amazing quality. People always think of Korean BBQ as all you can eat, but you don't need to stuff yourself when the meat quality is as good as it is here! The parking lot is always filled here but neighborhood streets could be open, and you can walk over to this plaza after! Service here is always friendly and welcoming. They are quick to change grills and cook your meat so you can just enjoy your meal. ”