Most Korean BBQ menus lead with beef and pork. Surawon’s menu also has a duck lineup, and the ordering page lists it right next to the short ribs: Duck Hot Pot, Smoked Duck, Grilled Duck, Spicy Marinated Duck and Duck Soup. If you are looking at those names and are not sure where to start, this guide walks through what each name tells you, which dish suits a first visit, which suits a table of friends, and how to order at Surawon on Norwalk Blvd in Cerritos.
What the duck lineup looks like on the menu
Open the Surawon ordering page and the duck dishes sit under Mains, next to the short ribs, pork belly and rib eye. The list is Duck Hot Pot, Smoked Duck, Grilled Duck, Spicy Marinated Duck and Duck Soup. The restaurant’s About page describes the same lineup as the part of the menu that goes beyond the grill.
The ordering page lists these by name, without a description, so this guide reads what each name tells you: a format (hot pot, soup), a cooking method (smoked, grilled) or a flavor direction (spicy, marinated). Where a name does not settle a question, such as how a dish is seasoned or how it is served, the honest answer is to ask the kitchen when you order, or call (562) 802-5959.
Duck Hot Pot: the dish built for sharing
A hot pot is a shared-pot style of meal, which makes Duck Hot Pot the one dish on this list that is built around a table rather than a single plate. It is the natural centerpiece when you are eating with other people and want everyone helping themselves from the same place.
Order the Duck Hot Pot if:
- You are with a group and would rather share one dish than order separate plates.
- You want a soup-style meal instead of something grilled.
- You want a dish to build the rest of the order around, with Rice from the Side Order list and a stew or noodle dish alongside.
If you want the same duck-and-broth idea in a simpler format, the menu also lists Duck Soup.
Menu card — Duck Hot Pot
A duck hot pot, listed under Mains on the Surawon ordering page.
Order on the Surawon Korean BBQ menu
Grilled Duck: the plainest name on the list
Grilled Duck has no flavor word attached to its name. That makes it the easiest of the four to read: it points to a cooking method and nothing else, so it is a sensible first pick if you have not ordered duck at a Korean restaurant before.
Order the Grilled Duck if:
- It is your first time ordering duck here and you want the least to decode.
- You came for the grill side of Surawon’s menu and want duck in that spirit.
- You plan to add a stew or noodle dish and want the duck itself to stay simple.
Ask the kitchen how it is seasoned and what comes with it. The ordering page does not say.
Menu card — Grilled Duck
Grilled duck, listed under Mains on the Surawon ordering page.
Order on the Surawon Korean BBQ menu
Smoked Duck: the name that tells you the method
Smoked Duck is named for its method, so smoke is the first thing to expect. If you like smoky food, the name alone is reason enough to try it. If you are not sure, order it next to a simpler duck dish and compare the two.
Spicy Marinated Duck: the flavor-first choice
Two words in Spicy Marinated Duck do the work: it is marinated, and it is spicy. This is the flavor-first option, and the only duck dish on the menu whose name announces heat. The menu leans that way elsewhere too, with Spicy Kimchi Stew and Spicy Buckwheat Noodles on the list, so it suits a table that likes spice.
Order the Spicy Marinated Duck if:
- You want a duck dish with a clear flavor direction before the first bite.
- You are ordering for a table that includes people who like spice.
- You are happy to pair it with plain Rice to balance the heat.
How hot it runs is not stated on the ordering page. Ask the kitchen before you order for anyone sensitive to spice.
Menu card — Spicy Marinated Duck
Spicy marinated duck, listed under Mains on the Surawon ordering page.
Order on the Surawon Korean BBQ menu
The four duck dishes side by side
| Dish | What the name tells you | Pick it when |
| Duck Hot Pot | A shared-pot format | You are eating with others |
| Grilled Duck | A cooking method, no flavor word | It is your first duck order |
| Smoked Duck | A cooking method that points to smoke | You like smoky flavors |
| Spicy Marinated Duck | A marinade and heat | You want a clear flavor direction |
Which duck dish for a first visit, and which for a group
First visit: start with Grilled Duck, or with Duck Soup if you would rather begin with a soup. Neither asks you to commit to heat or smoke before you know what you like.
A table of friends or family: build around the Duck Hot Pot, then add one more duck dish so the table has something to compare. Spicy Marinated Duck is the clearest contrast to a hot pot. Add Rice from the Side Order list. Ask the staff how many people each dish suits when you order, since the ordering page does not say.
Mixing duck with the grill: if the table also wants beef or pork, the Mains list has LA Marinated Short Ribs, Pork Belly with Minari and Rib Eye Steak, so one order can cover both.
How to order and get to Surawon
Surawon is at 16448 Norwalk Blvd, Cerritos, CA 90703. The website says there is a private parking lot, and its About page says the restaurant welcomes neighbors from Cerritos, Artesia, Norwalk, Lakewood and La Palma. Call (562) 802-5959 if you have a question about a dish.
The ordering page offers Pickup and Delivery. Order through Surawon’s own page rather than a third-party app: the restaurant receives the full order with no app commission. Check the ordering page for the current ordering hours before you plan your timing.
FAQ
Which duck dish should I order first at Surawon?
Start with Grilled Duck. Its name points to a cooking method and nothing else, so there is the least to decode. If you would rather begin with a soup, the menu also lists Duck Soup.
Is the duck at Surawon spicy?
Only Spicy Marinated Duck is named as spicy. The ordering page does not describe the seasoning of the other duck dishes, so ask the kitchen or call (562) 802-5959 if heat matters to you.
Can I order duck for pickup or delivery?
The Surawon ordering page offers Pickup and Delivery, and the duck dishes are listed under Mains. Check the page for current ordering hours and for what is available when you order.
Is duck part of the all-you-can-eat tiers?
The ordering page lists the duck dishes under Mains, separate from the three all-you-can-eat tiers (A, B and C). Ask the staff what each tier includes before you sit down.
Where is Surawon?
Surawon Korean BBQ is at 16448 Norwalk Blvd, Cerritos, CA 90703. The phone number is (562) 802-5959, and the website says there is a private parking lot.
Order your duck at Surawon
Pick the duck dish that matches your table, add Rice, and order straight from the restaurant. Ordering direct means Surawon gets the full order with no third-party commission.