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LET’S MEAT & CELEBRATE - Kalbi Social Club, Irvine, CA

Kalbi Social Club

4.8
4.8
20 Reviews
$50 and over
Korean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Fancy
We are experts at Kalbi, Korean short ribs. Join the club where we believe that any time friends and family come together to share a meal, it is a special occasion. From the impeccable quality of our kalbi short ribs and the skilled preparation of every sauce, marinade, kimchi, and banchan to the moment we grill the ribs in front of you, we take pride in sharing our love of Korea’s unique food culture and creating a dining experience you can gather around and clink soju glasses to. These meals together are the moments when we make memories. These moments are for Kalbi.

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Irvine
  • Cross street
    Across from Regal Cinema, close to the parking structure.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Kalbi Bar

    $68.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a Unique Culinary Delight at Our Kalbi Bar! 🔥🔥 $68 per person • Two premium types of kalbi, expertly grilled by a dedicated server (Non-marinated / 48-hour marinated) • Choice of a signature meal option (Soy bean paste stew / Dongchimi Cold Noodle) • Served with a variety of side dishes and signature sauces Don’t miss out on the rich flavors of expertly prepared kalbi and a one-of-a-kind dining experience!
    Kalbi Bar Photo

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kalbi Social Club offers "great service" with knowledgeable staff like Johnny and Kaitlyn enhancing the dining experience. The restaurant features "high quality" meats and a well-designed vent system to maintain a fresh atmosphere. While some dishes may not be traditional, the innovative menu and "exceptional service" make it a must-try Korean BBQ in Irvine.
20 Reviews
  1. Robin

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server JULIE was amazing YET AGAIN. We LOVE Julie. Best service ever in all my years of life. We’re coming back JUST for Julie!!! She deserves all the flowers ❤️❤️

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  2. Mary

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Johnny was awesome. He educated us about the menu and offered excellent recommendations. Good quality and nice ambiance.

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  3. Rishi

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best service at a KBBQ restaurant and I love the fact their vent system is so good you leave feeling as fresh as you came to the restaurant. Meats are solid and sides are great.

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  4. Bryan

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best lunch yesterday. Our server was Julie, very attentive, ensured we had the best time and also went over the menu precisely and made food suggestions that we truly enjoyed. All the meats tasted high quality. We will for sure go back!! A must try Korean bbq in Irvine!!

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  5. June VIP

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, great service, what more could you need?

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great service and quality meat. I do have to disclaim that not everything here is traditional Korean but I think it’s still done rather well. Yes the shake kimchee is not fermented- but I think still tasty as a fresh kimchee (which they do have in Korea). The special cocktails are also pretty cool and interesting.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun experience , waiter was knowledgeable and helpful in making choices. Only thing I did not like was I felt the staff were trying to hurry us up to get out and sit another table. Service felt very rushed

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  8. Steve

    Orange County7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, Esther grilled our meats to perfection!ll

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kaitlyn was our server ! She was super knowledgeable, cooked our meat to perfection while also serving the rest of her section. Best service staff I’ve had in a long time. All over KBBQ restaurants cannot compare to this place. My husband and I will definitely be coming back . Not only is the meat top quality all the sides complement the meal perfectly. Bonus points the hostess Brianna was super kind and very welcoming even on a busy 3 day weekend.

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  10. Erwin

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great spot with great service. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

Kalbi Social Club is rated 4.8 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kalbi Social Club

529 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Across from Regal Cinema, close to the parking structure.
  • Neighborhood
    Irvine
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Barbecue, Meat
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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