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Build-Your-Own Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps at Namoo – A Hands-On Flavor Explosion!

  • Writer: Mara Agency
    Mara Agency
  • Sep 2, 2025
  • 2 min read

Wrap It. Grill It. Devour It.

There’s something seriously satisfying about building your own Korean BBQ lettuce wrap — aka ssam (쌈). At Namoo Korean BBQ, we’re bringing that bold, interactive experience straight to your table in Marina Del Rey.

Whether you’re a KBBQ first-timer or a ssam-making pro, we give you everything you need to wrap up a bite that’s bursting with flavor and texture.

What Is “Ssam Style”?

In Korean, “ssam” means wrap. It’s a classic way to enjoy grilled meats — placing slices of pork belly, short rib, or chicken inside a fresh lettuce leaf, topped with:

  • Pickled veggies 🥕

  • Sliced avocado 🥑

  • Kimchi or spicy radish 🥬

  • Garlic & jalapeños 🧄🌶️

  • Doenjang (soybean paste) or Gochujang sauce 🔥

Then… one big bite. No forks, no fuss, just flavor.

“Built by hand, devoured in seconds.”

Why Lettuce Wraps Are the Move at Namoo:

We’re not just handing you lettuce and calling it a day. At Namoo, we elevate the wrap game:

  • Fresh, hand-picked leafy greens

  • Perfectly grilled meats like Marinated Pork Collar, Prime Beef Belly, or Spicy Chicken

  • Vibrant toppings to layer your wrap with crunch, heat, and creaminess

  • Korean dipping sauces made in-house

Plus — it’s low-carb, gluten-friendly, and fun for groups!


Ssam Pro Tips From the Namoo Team:


Want to level up your lettuce wrap? Here’s how we build ours:

  1. Start with a crisp lettuce leaf (we love the perilla + romaine combo)

  2. Add a slice of grilled meat straight off the sizzling tabletop grill

  3. Top with pickled radish, avocado, and cherry tomato

  4. Add a little sauce (our gochujang is 🔥)

  5. Fold it like a taco and eat it in one bite (trust us on this)

It’s all about that texture + flavor explosion.


The Perfect Pairings:


Build-your-own wraps are just the start. Here’s what else goes amazing with your ssam:

  • 🍲 Kimchi Stew – warm and spicy comfort in a bowl

  • 🥢 Japchae – glass noodles stir-fried with veggies

  • 🍶 Soju Flights – light, smooth, and perfect with grilled meats

  • 🍻 Korean Beers – crisp and refreshing to wash it all down



Make It a Night Out in Marina Del Rey

Whether you're pre-gaming before a movie at AMC or wrapping up a beach day, Namoo is your go-to Korean BBQ spot near Venice, Culver City, and Santa Monica.

📍 We're located at: 13455 Maxella Ave. Suite 270, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

🚗 Free parking included!

Planning a Group Dinner or Private Event?

These lettuce wraps are a total crowd-pleaser — perfect for sharing at:

  • 🎉 Birthday parties

  • 💼 Team dinners

  • 🍻 Friends night out

  • 💑 Date nights

Want to host your next celebration here?

📞 Call us at 310-437-0291

📧 Or email: contact@namookbbq.com

 
 
 

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