The Bawi Korean BBQ menu has a story rooted in passion, flavor, and tradition. Founded in 2012 by Chef Min Soo Bae in Los Angeles, Bawi started as a small family-style eatery serving authentic Korean barbecue with a modern twist. As word spread about its sizzling cuts of marinated short ribs and perfectly grilled pork belly, the restaurant expanded across California and beyond, becoming a local favorite for communal dining.
Ultimately, the menu evolved, introducing premium Wagyu options, spicy gochujang marinades, and even vegan barbecue sets, all while preserving the heart of Korean home cooking.
What many diners don’t realize is that Bawi hides a secret menu packed with exclusive items, such as garlic butter ribeye bites and kimchi fried rice topped with runny eggs.
Still, nothing beats their original bulgogi beef—the timeless classic that started it all and continues to define Bawi’s charm.
Herb Chicken / Chicken Bulgogi / Spicy Chicken Bulgogi
VEGETARIAN
Vegetable Platter / Tofu
Beef
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Beef Bulgogi
A thinly sliced ribeye marinated in a sweet soy sauce base. This meat will melt in your mouth and is sure to be a family favorite. (Dairy-Free)
Beef Short Rib
Beef short rib, called galbi, marinated in a sweet soy sauce base. A premium meat option and one of the most re-ordered proteins. (Dairy-Free)
Sirloin Steak
Sirloin steak, traditionally called deungshim, cut into small filets and seasoned with salt and pepper. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Thinly Sliced Brisket
A non-marinated, thinly sliced brisket, called chadolbaegi, curled and frozen to hold its traditional shape. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Sausage
Seasoned and sliced beef sausage for kids. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Seafood
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Shrimp
Shrimp with the shell still on. Meant to be cooked with the shell on to hold in the moisture and keep it fresh. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Calamari Steak
Squid filet seasoned with salt and pepper. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Pork
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Pork Bulgogi
Thinly sliced pork marinated in a sweet soy sauce base. (Dairy-Free)
Spicy Pork Bulgogi
A thinly sliced pork marinated in a Korean spicy sauce. (Dairy-Free)
Pork Belly
Comparable to a thick bacon, this pork belly is cut in strips and meant to be cooked until crispy. Traditionally called samgypsal. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Pork Jowl
A marbled pork jowl cut into bite-size pieces meant to be cooked until crispy. Traditionally called hangjungsal. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Chicken
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Chicken Bulgogi
Chicken thigh marinated in sweet soy sauce base.
Spicy Chicken Bulgogi
Chicken thigh marinated in Korean spicy sauce.
Herb Chicken
Chicken breast marinated in various herbs.
Veggies and Vegetarian
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Vegetable Platter
Pieces of onion, zucchini, bell pepper, mushroom, and sweet potato to be cooked on the grill. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
Tofu
Pieces of tofu seasoned with salt and pepper to be cooked on the grill. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
Appetizers
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Spring Rolls
Cabbage, carrots, and onion wrapped in a thin dough and fried until golden. Served with a sweet and sour sauce. (6 pcs)
Mandu
Korean fried dumplings with pork, cabbage, carrots, and onion. Served with a sweet and tangy soy sauce. (6 pcs)
Side Dishes
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Kimchi
This spicy fermented cabbage is a Korean staple and a must-try banchan dish. Delicious in a wrap or eaten with steamed rice. (Dairy-Free)
Vegetable Pancakes
Potato vegetable pancakes with a flour base and sliced carrot, onion, and zucchini. Pro tip: heat on the grill for a crunchy exterior. (Vegetarian)
Pickled Radish Wrap
Daikon radishes pickled with beets for bright color. Can be eaten separately or used as a wrap with meat, rice, and banchan. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
Corn Salad
A creamy, dairy base with corn, carrot, and onion. (Gluten-Free, Vegetarian)
Pickled Vegetable Medley
Pickled radish, onion, and jalapeño in a vinegar soy sauce. Sweet, tangy, and crisp. (Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
Lettuce Leaves
Create a lettuce wrap with meat, rice, and banchan; dip in the sauce of your choice and enjoy.
Jalapeños
Raw sliced jalapeños to grill with the meat or on the side. Eat with bites of meat or a wrap for added spiciness.
Garlic
Raw garlic cloves to grill with the meat or on the side. Eat with bites of meat or add in a wrap for extra flavor.
Add-Ons
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Soondubu Jjigae
Korean-style creamy soft tofu stew with egg in a spicy chili broth, topped with green onions. Beef and seafood options available. (Gluten-Free)
Japchae
Sweet potato glass noodles with onion and bell pepper in a sweet soy sauce.
Sauces
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Ssamjang
Spicy Korean soybean paste. Traditionally eaten with lettuce leaves and delicious with pork belly or pork jowl.
Salt & Pepper Sesame Oil
Traditional dipping sauce that enhances natural meat flavors. Ideal for non-marinated meats like chadolbaegi or deungshim.
Bawi Sauce
Sweet and tangy with a soy sauce base. (Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
Spicy Chili Sauce
A spicy chili sauce with a slight kick and a touch of garlic. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian)
