Jian BBQ

(Credit: Alex Lampila)

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Most of the pre-opening interest in this Korean restaurant centered on the way-west-of-Western Avenue address—oh yes, and the giant robot that was noticeably hanging out just inside the door. For the time being it looks as though he's just decorative, but who knows, maybe he'll be serving the bulgogi someday. There's also a fair amount of neon and flash: The pachinko machines behind the swanky bar are indication that this isn’t your average hole-in-the-wall Korean barbecue joint. The usual DIY grilling classics are here with a fancy option or two (e.g., Wagyu beef from Kobe prefecture) as well as a progressive touch to entree items.

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Beverly / 3rd District restaurants, Korean restaurants