There’s nothing quite like Korean BBQ. The unique experience of tableside grilling, or all-you-can-eat hot pot, always makes for a memorable meal. From thick pork belly to thin-sliced bulgogi kissed with sesame oil, each dish highlights the beauty of Korean grilling. Now that we’re all hungry, it’s time to showcase this year’s list of The Best Korean BBQ Restaurants in NJ.
New Jersey’s best Korean BBQ restaurants serve expertly marinated meats, standout banchan, and immersive experiences that balance tradition and energy. They often stand out thanks to house-made sauces, charcoal grills for added flavor, or steakhouse-quality cuts of meat. Just like Seoul’s top barbecue joints, many feature sleek interiors, K-pop soundtracks, and late-night hours.
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North Jersey
Featured from Passaic County:
Li’s Hot Pot & BBQ
Where: 475 US-46, Little Falls
Details: Li’s is Passaic County’s go-to spot for All-You-Can-Eat Chinese hot pot and Korean BBQ. For first-timers, the menu includes instructions for suggested cooking times to make grilling easy. Guests can choose between unlimited hot pot ($30.99 pp), Korean BBQ ($33.99 pp), or both for $38.99 per person. Their hot pot menu provides 9 different soup bases that can be paired with seafood, meats, or sides. Seafood options range from blue crabs to scallops, meats include prime brisket and pork belly, and sides feature vegetable dumplings. Li’s also boasts over 30 different vegetable and tofu offerings. Meanwhile, the Korean BBQ side of the menu showcases 47 different meats, seafood, and veggies like oyster mushroom and pumpkin. Popular meat and seafood picks include the spicy beef bulgogi, garlic shrimp, cumin lamb, and pork loin. With so much to choose from, we recommend going all-in on the Hot Pot and BBQ combo. Li’s Hot Pot is open seven days a week from Noon to 10:00 pm (11:00 pm on weekends).
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BulgogiZip
Where: Newark
Details: The menu at this family-owned spot keeps things simple and authentic. Locals love BulgogiZip for the casual and inviting atmosphere paired with traditional comfort dishes. Menu staples include the fan-favorite beef bulgogi bowl and Korean-fried wings in plain, Soy Garlic, or Spicy Pepper. One popular recent menu addition is K-Pop chicken, a fun twist on popcorn chicken. (Available in the same flavors as their wings.) Loyal customers can sign up for their rewards program and earn “Gogi Coins” to redeem on a future order.
Cast Iron Pot
Where: Fairview | Little Ferry
Details: Cast Iron Pot has two locations in New Jersey. The original location is in Fairview, while the Little Ferry location is known as The Cast Iron Pot Signature. Either way, this popular spot is known for all-you-can-eat (AYCE) Korean BBQ. Menu highlights include Wagyu Bulgogi, spicy pork belly, marinated chicken, and beef small intestine. The menu slightly varies at each location, so be sure to review each menu online prior to arrival. Allergy-conscious diners will appreciate that Cast Iron Pot provides a detailed breakdown of food allergens.
Hanam BBQ House
Where: Palisades Park
Details: The main draw of Hanam BBQ House is their use of traditional charcoal grilling. Many Korean BBQ enthusiasts swear by charcoal grilling as the best-tasting and most authentic version of preparing the meats. The grill specials include beef tripe (intestines), grilled eel, and grilled beef entrails. They also have popular cuts of meat such as Prime Black Angus Beef Loin, marinated beef ribs, and cow tongue. Their Beef Combo specials are a great way to enjoy their best meats at a fair price for two to four guests.
Hanwoori
Where: Fort Lee
Details: North Jersey’s newest Korean BBQ restaurant is also one of its best. Hanwoori hit the ground running in early 2026, offering modern interpretations of traditional charcoal-grilled favorites. This upscale restaurant has a full bar, private event space, and master chefs that prepare each meat tableside. Their signature meat is Prime Hanwoo Beef, small cattle indigenous to Korea often compared to Japanese Wagyu. An excellent selection of appetizers such as Steamed Mandu and Sweet & Spicy Fried Chicken further rounds out the menu.
Jeong Yook
Where: Palisades Park
Details: Jeong Yook offers the trendy Korean BBQ experience of tableside grilled meats in a modern, industrial setting. They serve a wide assortment of meats best enjoyed as one of their combo meals. Options include the Pork Combo (with pork belly, pork jowl, and pork collar) and the Beef Combo (thin-sliced brisket, choice of prime boneless short rib or prime rib eye, and marinated chuck flap tail). While ownership has changed hands over the years, the customer service and quality of food always remains consistent.
O2 K-BBQ
Where: Guttenberg
Details: This all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience features premium cuts of top-quality meats, including the newly-added Extra Jumbo Shrimp and Mexican Chorizo. Also new to the menu are their Premium Unlimited Sides. This includes favorites like Korean Cup Ramen, Mozzarella Kimchi Pancakes, Corn Cheese, French Fries, and Korean Style Popcorn Chicken. In addition to their all-you-can-eat service, an a la carte menu is available. We recommend trying the spicy pork belly, Montreal chicken breast, and marinated steak.
Woodam Korean BBQ
Where: Morris Plains
Details: Woodam is all about the tableside grilling of high-quality meats for an authentic Korean BBQ experience. When Korean fried chicken is considered an appetizer, it’s best to prepare for an evening of exquisitely-prepared meats. Their signature BBQ combos come in two sets (A and B) and are priced for groups of two to four. Combo A is all beef, focusing on marinated beef short, prime boneless short rib, thinly-sliced brisket, and Angus tenderloin. Meanwhile, Combo B includes a mix of pork, shrimp, and chicken.
WOOGA
Where: Fort Lee
Details: Listed last alphabetically in North Jersey but always ranked at the top of most locals’ lists, WOOGA is one of the most popular Korean BBQ restaurants in the state. The restaurant exclusively serves USDA Prime and Miyazaki Wagyu beef to ensure the highest quality grade. Their popular combo specials offer an assorted mix of beef, pork, and sides for three-to-five people. Meanwhile, their signature dishes include A5 Miyazaki Wagyu Rib-Eye, fresh Crescent Duck, and Iberico Pork Belly. A la carte options are also available.
Central Jersey
Butcher360
Where: North Brunswick
Details: Fans of bustling food halls will feel right at home at Butcher360. The spacious AYCE Korean BBQ restaurant has a whopping 8,500 sq ft dining hall and seats up to 216 diners. Guests can choose from a selection of chicken, pork, and beef, all grilled tableside for an authentic K-BBQ experience. Butcher360 gives patrons a very accommodating two-hour time limit, just be mindful not to waste food. Frequent customers can also take advantage of their rewards program and receive discounts on future visits.
K Food
Where: Edison
Details: The original family behind Keumho Garden has since moved on to a slightly different venture in town. While the menu is new, their commitment to authentic Korean cuisine and the highest quality ingredients remains the same. K Food offers BBQ favorites like grilled pork belly, bulgogi, and marinated ribs alongside hot pot and combo entrees. Their lunch specials (mostly a mix of soups and stews) are equally popular, making the restaurant a fan favorite destination for both sit-down dinner and to-go orders.
KBG Korean BBQ & Grill
Where: Somerset
Details: Short for Korean Barbecue Grill, KBG is particularly popular for their K-Bop: customizable Korean BBQ in a bowl. Guests select a base, protein, topping (up to 3) and sauce (up to 2) to create their own bowl. Base options include rice (white or brown) and salad, while proteins range from Chicken Katsu and Spicy Tuna to Galbi. Be on the lookout for seasonal specials such as Spicy Cold Noodles, Kimchi Stew with Pork, and Rice Cake Dumpling Soup. We also recommend ordering one of their milk teas, like the Taro Milk Tea.
Keumho Garden Korean BBQ
Where: Edison
Details: The casual, low-key atmosphere of Keumho Garden is somewhat of a surprise given the quality of the meat. But locals know it’s the place to be for top notch grilled meats and traditional Korean dishes. Their signature dishes include marinated short ribs (galbi), pork belly (samgyeopsal), and thinly-sliced beef (bulgogi). We also recommend trying out their Chef’s Specials, including their stir-fried squid or stir-fried octopus with pork. Add on an optional side like a fried egg or extra glass noodles to round out any order.
Seoulville
Where: Somerville
Details: This friendly, neighborhood family-owned spot showcases homestyle meals along with traditional Korean BBQ. Their signature starter is the Platter of Nine Delicacies, and features assorted vegetables, beef, shrimp, and pancake wraps. (Along with their house special dipping sauce.) As for the BBQ, we recommend ordering one of the Chef’s Specials. In particular, the Sweet & Sour Pork and Cheesy Spicy Chicken are fan favorites. The latter adds mozzarella to marinated spicy chicken stir fried with veggies and rice cakes.
Jersey Shore
KimChi Sushi Korean BBQ
Where: Egg Harbor Township
Details: KimChi Sushi Korean BBQ is a fan favorite spot in the Cardiff Plaza Shopping Center. This family-owned spot is run by a husband and wife duo, and locals love their exceptional customer service. The restaurant serves classic Korean cuisine such as bibimbap, bulgogi, and a number of traditional sides. Popular menu items include pork gyoza, tempura ramen, a selection of sushi rolls, and the spicy pork ribs. We also recommend adding a side of spicy cucumber and kimchi to enhance any meal.
Kimchi Mama
Where: Asbury Park
Details: While many Korean BBQ spots are all about the dine-in, tableside grilling experience, Kimchi Mama focuses on takeout. Their limited indoor seating means their meals are thoughtfully prepared and optimized for carrying out and enjoying at home. The name may sound familiar to Bergen County residents, as the original takeout-only location was in Fair Lawn; but owner Leslie Newport decided to move to Asbury Park to open a larger space with dine-in service. Popular menu options include galbi, bulgogi, and Korean chicken wings.
Ono Korean Barbeque
Where: Matawan
Details: Ono specializes in Korean and Island-style comfort food. If that fusion sounds strange, the husband-and-wife owners of this family-run business are originally from Hawaii. Their inventive menu includes popular starters like Sweet & Spicy Wings, Jumbo Shrimp Shumai, and Bulgogi Kimbap. The latter is a rice roll with beef bulgogi, spinach, egg, yellow daikon, shredded carrots, and crab sticks. As for their BBQ, Ono offers Kalbi, marinated chicken, pork bulgogi, chicken katsu, fish jeon (white fish), salmon and more.
South Jersey
Featured from Camden County:
Dolsot House
Where: 404 Marlton Pike East, Cherry Hill
Details: Dolsot House is owned by Craig Vogt, in operation since 2014 after Craig purchased the space. The restaurant is popular for approachable, flavorful Korean cuisine, with an accommodating menu of vegan, low carb, and vegetarian options. Locals love the friendly service, variety of banchan (side dishes) and combination boxes, and hearty stews that pair perfectly with any meal. Popular menu options include the Dolsot Bibimbap — which features their punchy gochujang sauce — and their Korean chicken wings. (In fact, Best of New Jersey recognized Dolsot House as one of NJ’s Best Chicken Wing Spots of 2025.) For something truly unique, we recommend the Koagie. This fusion of a traditional hoagie with Korean flavors features beef, chicken, or spicy pork with sesame dressing and kimchi. The cozy interior offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, often playing soft K-pop or pop music in the background.
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Featured from Burlington County:
Dolsan Korean BBQ
Where: 3747 Church Rd, Mount Laurel
Details: The newer sister restaurant to Dolsot House, Dolsan Korean BBQ is also owned by Craig Vogt. The name “Dolsan” combines the Korean words for “stone” and “mountain,” reflecting its Mount Laurel location and hot stone bowl dishes. Now in its second year of operation, the restaurant is already a huge hit in the community. Whereas Dolsot House is great for more casual fare and takeout, Dolsan focuses on premium tabletop Korean BBQ. Locals praise the spot for its high quality ingredients, wide selection of banchan, and authentic Korean flavors. Signature dishes include Kalbijjim (braised short ribs), Korean BBQ, Dolsot Bibimbap, and dukbokki (spicy rice cakes). Of course, the main highlight is their tableside Korean BBQ where staff prepare each dish for customers. Dolsan offers high-quality meats like prime thin-sliced brisket, beef bulgogi, wagyu skirt steak, and marinated galbi. The restaurant is BYOB, though a liquor store is conveniently located right next door.
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A Pot KBBQ & Hot Pot
Where: Glassboro
Details: A Pot offers AYCE Korean BBQ and hot pot along with a seafood buffet. First opening in 2024, this relatively new spot celebrates their one year anniversary in October. Locals love the reasonable lunch and dinner pricing, including great rates for children under 10. (Even better, they have a kids area with an ice cream station and soft drinks, all included in the price.) Besides their hot pot option — where guests cook their own meat — A Pot offers sushi and a seafood raw bar. They are conveniently open on all major holidays.
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