Best late-night bite—with a show: Gogi's Korean BBQ

Fueled by gallons of sugar-rimmed cocktails and then left simmering in the cramped quarters of area bars and clubs, the mob that appears in hopes of hailing cabs on the corner of L and 15 streets on Saturday nights exhibits all the drama and intrigues of a weekday telenovela. For the slightly inebriated observer, Gogi's Korean BBQ is the perfect angle for observation, though you should probably reserve judgment. Chances are, you're as toasted as anyone else out here as you struggle to place your order for a cup of water and short-rib tacos. Karma can be a real bitch like that. 1431 L Street, (916) 442-7333.