Pigya

Step into Pigya and you’ll immediately understand why this Koreatown spot has become a go-to destination for KBBQ lovers. The room buzzes with energy from groups of friends gathered around sizzling grills, the air thick with the intoxicating aroma of caramelizing pork. This isn’t your average Korean BBQ joint—Pigya has made pork its specialty, and they execute it with impressive skill.

The star of the show here is undoubtedly the pork. Thick, generous slabs of pork belly and impossibly tender pork cheek hit the grill and transform into something magical—edges crispy and caramelized while the centers remain succulent and rich. The $98 pork gyu combo is the way to go for groups, offering a well-curated spread that includes those standout pork cuts alongside beef short rib and an unexpectedly elegant wagyu carpaccio dressed in bright yuzu.

One of the best parts about dining at Pigya is that the staff handles all the grilling duties. This means you can actually relax, sip your beer, and enjoy conversation with your crew instead of anxiously hovering over the grill. Just when you think you’ve reached your limit, they’ll bring out kimchi fried rice with perfectly charred bits and a bubbling pot of spicy hangover ramen that somehow convinces you there’s still room for more.

Pigya is ideal for groups looking for a festive, casual night out in Koreatown. Come hungry, come with friends, and prepare to leave smelling like the best kind of barbecue smoke.