This lists only the top places in mostly LA/SoCal that have blown me away strictly with their food and/or drinks. I don't care about the service, parking, etc...
타코 음식점 · Pasadena Civic Center District · 88개의 팁과 리뷰
Jane Chu: Tacos al pastor and taquitos de pollo are amazing! The red sauce is similar to the red sauce at El Taurino. Will return, but you must try if you're new to Cali.
Jane Chu: A little pricey at $25pp, but hands down the best overall Korean beef BBQ w/seafood AYCE in Ktown. Good variety of meats. Recommend the shrimp.
한국 고깃집 · Wilshire Center - Koreatown · 144개의 팁과 리뷰
Jane Chu: The pork neck is amazing! Pork is their specialty. Take advantage of it. Hands down the best pork bbq and pork selection. Valet parking is behind the Chapman Plaza area. Expect to wait.
Jane Chu: Arrive early as there is a wait and they don't take reservations. Try all the marinated pork and then pick the ones you want to eat. Def more fun in groups. Best marinated, Korean pork BBQ in LA.