Various soju & fried nibbles are served amid eclectic Asian decor at this Korean after-hours joint.
Hours
| Friday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Saturday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Sunday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Monday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
| Thursday | 5 PM–1:30 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 9252 W Garden Grove Blvd #29, Garden Grove, CA 92844
Phone: (714) 638-7818
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Reviews
Sarah
Does place used to be good and I haven’t gone for years. The have gotten so bad with such bad tasting food and bad service.
We ordered wings and this is their “wings” they were claiming and other dishes were just bad. They never came to check up on us. I had to go to the front to get the check.
… moreWe ordered wings and this is their “wings” they were claiming and other dishes were just bad. They never came to check up on us. I had to go to the front to get the check.
Kay Lee
This place is about 8 miles from where I live but is always worth the drive. Food is delicious and is served right away. The price is cheaper compared to other Korean bar/restaurants. The army soup was slightly bland, but still hot the spot. Seafood pancake had enough seafood – they didn’t just put a ton of dough. The music was very loud though – I felt like I was at a club.
… moreCody Pham
Past Memories is a Korean pub that is a favorite among locals. The warm, moody lighting, wooden booths, and decor create the nostalgic atmosphere that is true to the restaurant’s name. Even on my first visit, the restaurant’s homely vibe made me feel that I had been there before.
My “past memories” include the seafood pancake and sweet and spicy chicken wings. These are non-negotiable for me on every visit. The seafood pancake has crispy edges and a soft, almost gooey center filled with delicious fried batter, squid, and green onions. The sweet and spicy chicken wings are presented in lollipop style, and are more sweet than spicy. I have a bit of a sweet tooth so they are perfect for me.
My favorite memories, however, have to be sharing soju cocktails with my friends. I like to get the lychee and yogurt soju cocktails. The alcohol taste is almost undetectable and the cocktails are yummy and sweet. No night at Past Memories is complete without a refreshing drink to complement your meal.
… moreMy “past memories” include the seafood pancake and sweet and spicy chicken wings. These are non-negotiable for me on every visit. The seafood pancake has crispy edges and a soft, almost gooey center filled with delicious fried batter, squid, and green onions. The sweet and spicy chicken wings are presented in lollipop style, and are more sweet than spicy. I have a bit of a sweet tooth so they are perfect for me.
My favorite memories, however, have to be sharing soju cocktails with my friends. I like to get the lychee and yogurt soju cocktails. The alcohol taste is almost undetectable and the cocktails are yummy and sweet. No night at Past Memories is complete without a refreshing drink to complement your meal.
R- (Destroyer_Rick)
Korean BBQ House – Where Smoke, Sizzle, and Smiles Collide
Fresh off a food high from Casa del Rey, we kept the flavor train rolling and hit up Korean BBQ House in Garden Grove the next day—and whoa, talk about back-to-back culinary victories. This place wasn’t just dinner—it was a full-on experience, equal parts campfire cookout, meat lover’s paradise, and family bonding therapy (the delicious kind).
We sat down, fired up the grill, and things escalated quickly—in the best way possible. My son went full carnivore mode on the beef, grilling it like he’s been doing this his whole life. Perfectly marinated, juicy, with just the right char—he was in his element. If there had been a trophy for “Most Focused BBQ Enthusiast Under 12,” he’d have taken gold.
And the kids? Oh man, the kimchi rice and grilled octopus were hits. I half-expected some picky eater drama, but nope—those little food critics dove in like they were born in Seoul. The kimchi rice had that perfect balance of heat, tang, and umami, and the octopus? Tender, just spicy enough, and charred to perfection. Not a single “ew” or “what is that” was heard—just satisfied chewing and chopstick clacking.
The vibe in there? Cozy chaos. It smelled like heaven (if heaven has a meat smoker), the energy was upbeat without being overwhelming, and everyone looked like they were having a good time—because they were. You grill your own food, you talk, you laugh, you maybe smoke out your eyebrows a little—it’s all part of the fun.
Korean BBQ House is now locked in the family memory bank as one of those meals—the kind we’ll randomly bring up years from now, like “Remember the time Elijah grilled 10 pieces of beef like a little BBQ boss?” Yeah. That kind.
Two days. Two meals. Two totally different cuisines. One happy, full family. We call that a win.
… moreFresh off a food high from Casa del Rey, we kept the flavor train rolling and hit up Korean BBQ House in Garden Grove the next day—and whoa, talk about back-to-back culinary victories. This place wasn’t just dinner—it was a full-on experience, equal parts campfire cookout, meat lover’s paradise, and family bonding therapy (the delicious kind).
We sat down, fired up the grill, and things escalated quickly—in the best way possible. My son went full carnivore mode on the beef, grilling it like he’s been doing this his whole life. Perfectly marinated, juicy, with just the right char—he was in his element. If there had been a trophy for “Most Focused BBQ Enthusiast Under 12,” he’d have taken gold.
And the kids? Oh man, the kimchi rice and grilled octopus were hits. I half-expected some picky eater drama, but nope—those little food critics dove in like they were born in Seoul. The kimchi rice had that perfect balance of heat, tang, and umami, and the octopus? Tender, just spicy enough, and charred to perfection. Not a single “ew” or “what is that” was heard—just satisfied chewing and chopstick clacking.
The vibe in there? Cozy chaos. It smelled like heaven (if heaven has a meat smoker), the energy was upbeat without being overwhelming, and everyone looked like they were having a good time—because they were. You grill your own food, you talk, you laugh, you maybe smoke out your eyebrows a little—it’s all part of the fun.
Korean BBQ House is now locked in the family memory bank as one of those meals—the kind we’ll randomly bring up years from now, like “Remember the time Elijah grilled 10 pieces of beef like a little BBQ boss?” Yeah. That kind.
Two days. Two meals. Two totally different cuisines. One happy, full family. We call that a win.
Frank Biermann
Always a great time to be had at Past Memories. You always get a homey feeling when grabbing a bite here after a few rounds. Come happy, leave happy. It’s more of a happy memories type of place.
… moreJerry Cheung
Past Memories is an amazing spot for Korean foods and drinks! The thing that stood out to me the most about this restaurant was the atmosphere. I loved the little Korean street signs and telephone poles that transported you out of the drab plazas of California and into the intimacy of Korean culture. In addition, the cozy seats and the layout of the restaurant really put together an atmosphere that welcomed a long night of drinking and laughing with friends.
Onto the food. Amazing and a lot. My mouth was watering just smelling all the food around me and I wasn’t disappointed when we received ours! You really only need 2 dishes for 3-5 people, they give a lot! We ordered the military stew and sea snail spicy salad, and I loved both of them. Our party of 3 couldn’t finish either and the leftover military stew was still good for two more meals.
Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant. Past Memories should be your next stop for authentic Korean cuisine!
… moreOnto the food. Amazing and a lot. My mouth was watering just smelling all the food around me and I wasn’t disappointed when we received ours! You really only need 2 dishes for 3-5 people, they give a lot! We ordered the military stew and sea snail spicy salad, and I loved both of them. Our party of 3 couldn’t finish either and the leftover military stew was still good for two more meals.
Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant. Past Memories should be your next stop for authentic Korean cuisine!
Jenny Nguyen
The main reason for 5 stars are for the serving sizes. Seriously, the tofu ramen soup costed $15 but the bowl was huge! The flavor was good, but it was just a little bit too strong. If they dialed it back just a bit then it would be perfect. The chicken is an interesting. The flavor was good but I didn’t like how crispy it was. Overall I was pretty satisfied with this place.
… moreBen Park
The service was ok and the atmosphere was great. The food was not quite the quality we expected even though, to give the restaurant credit, they do give decent portions. The flavored soju was good though.
… moreHolly Nguyen
I came in on January 12th at 9:00 PM to celebrate my 21st birthday. When we ordered drinks, the server (wearing black, red, and white) refused to serve alcohol, stating that because my birthday was that day, I couldn’t legally drink until the next day — which is incorrect under California law.
We also had one friend at our table who was not planning on drinking, so she didn’t want to take out her ID. The server immediately said she could not serve alcohol to the entire table, even though the rest of us were 21+. Again, this is not the law. Only the people ordering alcohol are required to show ID.
When we explained this and asked to speak to a manager, she told us she was the owner and still refused to listen or clarify. Because of this, our party of 9 left, which is unfortunate since we were planning to spend a good amount of money.
What’s especially frustrating is that I’ve been here multiple times before, and in the past no one even carded the table at all — so the inconsistency and lack of professionalism was very disappointing.
We chose to take our business elsewhere and had a much better experience at Koko’s. I will not be returning here and will be letting others know about how unwelcoming and rude the service was.
… moreWe also had one friend at our table who was not planning on drinking, so she didn’t want to take out her ID. The server immediately said she could not serve alcohol to the entire table, even though the rest of us were 21+. Again, this is not the law. Only the people ordering alcohol are required to show ID.
When we explained this and asked to speak to a manager, she told us she was the owner and still refused to listen or clarify. Because of this, our party of 9 left, which is unfortunate since we were planning to spend a good amount of money.
What’s especially frustrating is that I’ve been here multiple times before, and in the past no one even carded the table at all — so the inconsistency and lack of professionalism was very disappointing.
We chose to take our business elsewhere and had a much better experience at Koko’s. I will not be returning here and will be letting others know about how unwelcoming and rude the service was.
Trevor A.
I come here all the time and all the food is absolutely amazing! It’s quite pricey but the portions are really big for most items so it is definitely worth it. The only consistent issue is that the service here is very cold. No matter how many times I come, the servers are pretty fast-paced and not super gracious. The other night, the staff turned on the bright overhead lights and turned off the music 30-40 minutes prior to closing. They are not usually rude, but this specific instance of being rushed out of the restaurant so far from closing was very disappointing. The staff’s demeanor was also very clear that they wanted everyone out; another group was also confused as to why it seemed the restaurant was closing. We always are very respectful and tip above 20% as the food is great and we want to have a good relationship coming back, but it doesn’t seem to matter. If it wasn’t for the service, it would be 5 stars!
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