Prices have gone up over the years but I still love the flavor of the delicious signature beef pepper rice. I sometimes add garlic chips as a topping. The onion rings are a really good premium side. There's a Yelp check-in offer if you purchase 2 entrees. Service is friendly and no nonsense. You go to the counter to order and they give you a number for your table and deliver the food to you. There's a soda fountain to get your own drink with free refills.

Went in for a weekday lunch and the wait was not bad! I opted for no pepper lol, and enjoyed it way more than the first time I had it. If you do like black pepper, perfect as they put a ton. I do think you need to get the jumbo size, the regular size does not have enough meat. I was stuck with mostly rice midway through. The rice is so tasty and sweet but definitely wish I did the jumbo!

Smells so good, i cannot wait to get the food. i cannot wait to order the food yess. let me eat the food. please i want food. im hungry please where food

my favorite lunch ever ! always stop here on the way to la great food and great service :)

First time here and I already want to go back! You can only order when there is a table available for your party but we didn't wait too long. I ordered the Kimchi Beef and Cheese plate. It was so good! It comes out in a sizzling hot plate so the meat cooks right in front of you. My favorite part is the cheese that cooks and gets crunchy. The sweet and garlic sauce help enhance the flavor. Can't wait to come back and try other plates.

Plenty of friends told of us how great this place was and they were 100% right. The inside was rather busy with people and smelled amazing. Their walls are lined with menu items and great drawings of the food. The menu is extensive to choose from and because of the add ons they have so many options. We ended up choosing the hamburger and beer curry with egg, tofu and veggies. They also have a variety of teas and drinks to choose from. They bring it to your table and it's sizzling hot. You can mix what you want and watch it cook, they put a paper label to prevent burning yourself as well. Also the prices are completely reasonable! Check this place out!

Lunchtime!!! Today, we're having Great Food at pepper Lunch in Irvine! Pepper Lunch is a Japanese "fast-steak" restaurant franchise popular in the Tokyo area! Opened in 1994 and has more than 400 stores all over the world! We ordered a Classic Beef Pepper Rice. Mixed with Corn, Garlic butter, Garlic Sauce, and White Rice. We also ordered Salmon Pepper Rice. Everything was soooo good!!! This place is a Must Try!!! #lunch #greatfood #restaurant #sizzling #sizzlingplate #beef #salmon #rice #august2024 #delectable #irvine #california #socal #socalweekendwalkarounds #weekend #weekendvibes #chow #pinoyfoodie #yelp #yelpelite #pepperlunch #pepperlunchtiktok #japanese

This place is always good. It's a comfort meal at a fast casual dining place. Classic Beef Pepper Rice + cheese- 4/5: Tried it with the cheese topping and it was okay. The cheese didn't add much flavor to the dish and burnt really quickly. Could have done without it. Otherwise the dish tasted great. Curry Beef Pepper Rice- 4.5/5: This one comes with the curry sauce on the side that you pour over. Personally this one is my favorite dish there. I think the curry adds extra flavor.

Wow, an amazing sizzling entree restaurant! I really enjoyed the food here; it was so flavorful and new. I've never tried anything like this, in a good way! I got the Tofu & Veggie Kimchi Pepper Rice. It was a great vegetarian option in the store. The kimchi added a nice spicy tang to the whole dish and the veggies were well cooked and crunchy, but not soft and over cooked. I highly recommend this menu option when you go here. The line can get a little long so be prepared to wait for a little bit, but it moves very fast. There is inside seating, but again, since it can get pretty busy it can be a little difficult to find a table for your party. They are located in Diamond Jamboree which can get very crowded, especially on weekends, so be prepared for limited parking and a little waiting. Overall, this place was amazing! I can't wait to return.

Pepper Lunch offers delicious sizzling rice and pasta plates. I usually order the kimchi beef rice with cheese, and my food always comes out fast, making it a quick and easy meal. It's also affordable; my meal is about $14, although some dishes can go over $20. I do wish the dishes came with more meat, as the meat-to-rice ratio isn't ideal. I should note that the sizzling plates are quite oily, so this isn't the healthiest option. Overall, it's a convenient spot for a tasty meal. I do appreciate the pet friendly outdoor seating.