The lively, sizzling experience of KBBQ is hard to beat – and the very reason why it is well-loved in the city.
Whether it’s a date or a social gathering, Korean BBQ is perfect for any occasion, and our top 2 recommendations for KBBQ in NYC are Baekjeong NYC and LOVE Korean BBQ.
If you’re looking for the best spots to enjoy, we’ve got you covered. The following is a list of the top 13 Korean BBQ restaurants in NYC.
1. Baekjeong NYC
Your next go-to Korean BBQ spot, Baekjeong NYC, sets a new standard for a high-quality grilling experience. The popular KBBQ chain has gotten the thumbs up from multiple global and South Korean celebrities. Its local popularity has also made it a prime hot spot for KBBQ with a long wait time.
But if you’re willing to battle the wait, you’re in for some of the best KBBQ in NYC and the country. Starting off – you’ll be welcomed with the most delicious side dishes already laid out when you get seated, waiting for you to devour.
Get the Marinated Short Rib, and thank us later. Seriously, this cut is magically chewy and soft at the same time, giving the perfect texture. If you like sweet marinated beef, this one is highly recommended.
Marbly and extremely tender, the Boneless Short Rib is a must-have for aesthetic and mouth-watering grilling. One order is not enough for one person because this will be gone in seconds.
What to order: Marinated Short Rib, Boneless Short Rib, Prime Rib Eye
Address: 1 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016
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2. LOVE Korean BBQ
Situated in the heart of Ktown, LOVE Korean BBQ will make you fall in love with the whole Korean BBQ experience. The place boasts gorgeous outdoor seating with canopies, heaters, and the most astonishing view of the Empire State Building. Good music, great vibes, and delicious BBQ— what more could you ask for?
The Banging Bulgogi Kimchi Fries are a highlight on their menu. Never seen before, deeply fried and crispy as hell. This one has all the right toppings and has a subtle sweet taste brought about by the bulgogi.
The classic Korean BBQ is not complete without Pork Belly. If you’re new to the game, order this, and you won’t be disappointed. Consider this your introduction to the world of Korean BBQ.
A combination of three popular frozen drinks, the Love Triangle is a highly recommended drink if you want something to pair with your meat. The three different colors make a cool design on top.
What to order: Banging Bulgogi Kimchi Fries, Pork Belly, Love Triangle
Address: 319 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016
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3. Gaonnuri
Gaonnuri is a Korean penthouse restaurant on the 39th floor in Koreatown. On arrival, you’ll be dazzled by a prime panoramic view of the Midtown skyline. While admiring the stunning view, Gaonnuri will serve you its fancy Korean barbecue sections in a refined ambiance!
Try your hand at the traditional grill that ranges from Iberico pork neck to A5 grade Wagyu. Or you can settle down with their Braised Pork Belly, which has a complex taste of sweet, salty, umami, and aromatic served with kimchi, raw oysters, and hot pepper.
Stuck on choices? Head for the 5-course Tasting menu with options between dry-aged ribeye and Wagyu steaks. Wash it down with some Soju and you’re all set!
What to order: Lobster Fried Rice, Braised Pork Belly, Salmon Gui, 5-course Tasting Menu
Address: 39th Floor, 1250 Broadway, 32nd Street, NY 10001
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4. COTE Korean Steakhouse
COTE brings to you a blended dining experience of Korean barbeque and the classic American steakhouse. With a cheerful and interactive atmosphere, this one-star Michelin restaurant features smokeless grills at every table and an in-house dry aging room, which together make sure that every piece of steak you eat is fresh, hot, and charred to perfection.
If this will be your first time at COTE, we recommend that you go for the Butcher’s Feast. This feast comes with four different cuts of beef, a savory egg souffle, and a whole spread of different Korean side dishes.
The meats arrive raw at your table, after which your server preps the grill with oil and cooks them skillfully. Needless to say, everything tastes fantastic.
When you choose the sides as part of your Butcher’s Feast, go with the Kimchi Wagyu “Paella”. With a prominent kimchi flavour, plenty of meat, and nice and crisped rice at the bottom, this is one dish you’d be glad you ordered.
From their Shareable Appetizers menu, the Korean Bacon is everyone’s favorite. This is thick-cut pork belly, smoked in-house until they are crispy on the ends, and served with pickled jalapenos to give the dish some kick.
The Butcher’s Feast includes a Soft Serve for dessert. Even if you choose differently, don’t forget to try this soy sauce caramel drizzled soft serve. It is a beautiful interplay of savory and sweet that you just can’t get enough of!
What to order: Butcher’s Feast, Spicy Kimchi Rice, Korean Bacon, Soft Serve with Soy Sauce Caramel
Address: 16 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10010
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5. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT combines the flavors of traditional Asian hot pot with those of Korean BBQ to create a one-of-a-kind, interactive, and all-you-can-eat experience, offered in a lively setting
Real Korean BBQ isn’t complete without Spicy Pork Belly. Pork belly is already phenomenal as is, but how about adding an extra kick of spice to make it more vibrant? Cut in thin slices, this one is a burst of flavor in your mouth.
The K-Pot Short Rib is unlike any short rib you can find elsewhere. Others offer this particular cut of meat as an upgrade, which is generally more expensive, but it’s part of the all-you-can-eat menu here!
What to order: Spicy Pork Belly, K-Pot Short Rib, Garlic Shrimp
Address: 430 Albee Square W, Brooklyn, NY 11201
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6. GAN-HOO BBQ
When it comes to KBBQ, some are good, but a select few are at another level. Gan-Hoo BBQ is part of the latter. This restaurant will give you fantastic service with top-notch quality meat from beginning to end. If you’re around the area, Gan-Hoo BBQ is a must-try.
Meat is the primary focus of Korean Barbecue, and Gan-Hoo made sure to make it extra special with their Meat Lover’s Stair Combo. With this combo, you’ll be able to try different cuts of meat like you’re having an adventure in the KBBQ world!
If you like your marinade, the Flight of Stairs Combo will take you on a journey of sweet, salty, savory, and sour flavors. Laid in a “stair-like” design that calls for a photo before you eat, you’ll be enjoying all levels of flavors with this combo.
What to order: Meat Lover’s Stair Combo, Flight of Stairs Combo
Address: 3702 Main St 2nd FLOOR, Queens, NY 11354
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7. Dons Bogam & Wine Bar
Korean BBQ made fancier? Say hello to Dons Bogam & Wine Bar. With beautiful well-thought interiors and a clean, modern design, this is definitely one of the more upscale Korean BBQ spots in NYC.
Here, instead of pairing your meat with the usual soju or beer, treat it like an expensive steak and pair it with wine.
Spicy beef short ribs, marinated short ribs, mushrooms, and rib-eye are all combined in one luxurious platter in the form of Dons Bogam’s Prime Marinated Beef Platter. With lots of options for you to enjoy, you won’t be disappointed with this one.
For someone who likes to savor the flavor of the meat without any sauce or marinade, the Prime Saeng Galbi is an excellent choice. This cut is most loved by many to pair with wine and other side dishes.
Wine Samgyeopsal, pork belly marinated in Cabernet Sauvignon, is juicy and tender with an amazing smoky flavor.
What to order: Prime Marinated Beef Platter, Prime Saeng Galbi, Wine Samgyeopsal
Address: 17 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016
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8. Yoon Haeundae Galbi
Coming straight from Busan, Yoon Haeundae Galbi truly honors the reputation of its parent location. Albeit more upscale with a sleek, modern vibe in the NYC branch, the authentic Korean BBQ experience remains the same. Yoon Haeundae is the place to be if you’re specifically looking for Busan-style cuts.
A true star of the show, the Marinated Short Rib packs a powerful punch of flavors that your taste buds would appreciate. You could get multiple orders of this, and it’ll make you fall in love in new ways with every bite.
Korean pancakes are loved all over the world for their unique taste, and Yoon Haeundae’s Busan Neighborhood Pancake is a living testament. This egg and pancake combo are light and flavorful; you may consider returning for this one dish alone.
What to order: Marinated Short Rib, Busan Neighborhood Pancake
Address: 8 W 36th St., New York, NY 10018
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9. Jongro Gopchang
Fairly new to the Korean BBQ scene in Manhattan, Jongro is not to be underestimated.
Specializing in beef intestine and dishes inspired by unique cuts you won’t see in other places, Jongro provides an eccentric KBBQ experience. With retro interiors, you’ll feel like you’re not in New York City here.
Naturally, you’ll be visiting Jongro for their Gopchang, and no one will judge you for ordering it straight away without glancing at their menu. This small beef intestine, original or spicy sauced, is so delectable.
Intestines aren’t the only cuts of meat Jongro excels in. Their Marinated Beef Platter is also a reason why people flock to their place. Kalbi, Hanger Steak, and Boston Butt soaked in the most succulent marinade; your mouth will instantly water as you spot this.
What to order: Gopchang, Marinated Beef Platter
Address: 22 W 32nd St 5th floor, New York, NY 10001
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10. NUBIANI
A high-class Korean BBQ spot, Nubiani is the first thing that comes to mind when you want to treat someone to a ravishing grilling experience. Located on the third floor, accessible by small elevators, you’ll be greeted by a classy, sleek, dimly lit Korean restaurant that screams luxury despite the silence.
Nubiani prides itself not only in its meat but also in its banchan, and you’ll find the fluffiest Steamed Egg here. Good news: it’s complimentary! The Steamed Egg alone is perhaps the yummiest one you’ll ever taste in NYC.
If you want a no-brainer order with all the classic cuts of meat for Korean BBQ, get the Small Beef Package. This one comes with Boneless Short Ribs, Rib Eye, Rib Finger, Skirt Steak, and all that meaty goodness that will leave you full.
The Cold Buckwheat Noodles is ideal to balance out the fatty and hot meat you devour.
What to order: Steamed Egg, Small Beef Package, Cold Buckwheat Noodles
Address: 315 5th Ave #3FL, New York, NY 10016
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11. HYUN
HYUN prioritizes preserving the traditional flavors of Korea over embracing modernity.
There is no one way to describe Korean food, but HYUN makes it simple and conventional. This place will transport you back to the old times by using traditional tableware to convey the refined and earthy flavors of Korean food.
HYUN specializes in all-you-can-eat Wagyu, and each one melts in your mouth like candy. You can tell from the marbling alone that the meat is of excellent quality. Dip it with truffle salt or red wine salt, and the flavors will be elevated.
Naengmyeon is an amazing cold noodle soup that you must have with your Korean BBQ. The cold broth counters the hot, fatty meat. Once you try this, there is no other way of eating KBBQ.
What to order: Wagyu Beef, Cold Noodle
Address: 10 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
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12. Antoya Korean BBQ
If you’re a big fan of Korean BBQs of all types, you must visit Antoya Korean BBQ! This place has been gaining its reputation for serving high-quality meat with high capacity. The restaurant has three floors, each beautifully designed, and humming trendy K-Pop songs.
When you’re here, always have the signature Antoya Galbi, which is soaked in a sweet sesame soy marinade, and when cooked right, it gets a super tender texture and beautiful umami taste. Egg Souffle or some Crunchy Mung Bean Pancakes can be a lovely addition!
To give your taste bud a kick, order the Kimchi Jjigae, a combination of spicy, tangy, and umami with meaty and fatty pork. Or the tender, juicy Galbi Jjim which is thick, sweet, nutty, and of course, perfect to have with rice!
What to order: Antoya Galbi, Lamb Chop, Kimchi Jjigae, Galbi Jjim, Scallion Pancake, Egg Souffle
Address: 37 W 32nd St, New York, NY 10001
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13. Rib No. 7
Specializing in modern Korean BBQs, Rib No. 7 is one of the best places to satisfy your BBQ cravings in Koreatown. Expect to be served ribs of all kinds, from beef galbi, and boneless pork galbi, to beef rib stew, along with tons of popular Korean dishes.
A great Korean BBQ section can’t go without the famous Beef Galbi, tenderizing Korean marinade with a burst of flavors on every bite. Then go on with the Hand-rubbed Marinated Beef Ribs that are fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavors!
The Shrimp Seaweed Pancake, which tastes succulent and is always served with an addictive soy-based dipping sauce, can be a great addition to your meal!
Heat it up a little bit with some Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae, an intense, hearty, savory, spicy goodness. Or the Seafood Soondubu, a hearty bowl of the sea with smooth silky tofu.
What to order: Shrimp Seaweed Pancake, Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae, Hand-rubbed Marinated Beef Ribs, Seafood Soondubu
Address: 32 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001
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That wraps up our list of recommended Korean BBQ spots in New York City. With so many options to choose from, you’ve surely found the one you like.
If you’re not feeling KBBQ, check out our recommended restaurants in New York for more!
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