Love coming to this restaurant with the selection of raw meat and sauces to cook with side of deep fried chicken pieces.
This is one of my favourite spots but down fall I would say is some tables are very close together and have found it closed when advertised open
My family loves coming here. The staff are really nice. This korean bbq has the best meats, i have been to others but the way they marinate their meats here always brings me back. There isnt as much side dishes as other korean bbqs but the quality of the food is good. It does get quite packed but worth the wait and the price is good too.
It was great, you know its good when everyone eats and there no talk lol, chicken was on point and theyre perfect price for there buffet, friendly staff and just chill overall, planning to go back sometime again, accomodated for 5 of us too
Decided to try this bbq Buffet as we have been to a Few. This one Has a Very good Meat selectIon compared to others and Also Kept Well stocked. Extremely busy though But Well worth the Wait. Lane Fluffy
Having dinner with my partner and friends in Korean BBQ Buffet. Pork belly and beef ribs are my favourite meat in Korean BBQ. So I ate too much them. And the kimich is worth mentioning for me! I love kimich which is so good! This restaurant is also pricy. But my partner and I really felt so thirst after having dinner.
Was quite a fun experience with a group of friends. We were able to pick and choose what we wanted to cook. The side dishes were nice, but more variety would be ideal.
Came here at 11am on a weekday and it wasn't very crowded. Loved the marinated beef they had, but there wasn't a very big variety of food there
Love this place there meat is fresh well chopped and marinated , veggies are nice and clean love there deep fried chicken and the Korean decor is nice and cozy
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Arrived at 7:30pm to a spacious, hardly-full restaurant - maybe because it was a Thursday. We picked a random table and promptly sat down, without any staff service (unsure of the protocol, but we did the right thing if you're wondering about that sort of thing too!).
(Before I go on any further, yes, the price was $22, not $20.)
Anyway, the meat, 2-3 soups, and several sides were lined up against a wall, which could slow a queue on busy nights.
Tip 1: a member of staff alerted us that the tongs were in this hidden dark corner near end of the sides display, so be sure to find them!
*Bear in mind this is my second Korean BBQ, so tips might already be common knowledge to some*
There was a sufficient selection of meats. I recommend the marinaded beef and the squid, while the oilier sauce was a good complement for the less-seasoned foods. The fried chicken was fresh and crunchy. I looked forward to the gizzards but they were unseasoned (made better with a good dip in some oily sauce).
(Tip 2? The strange yellow liquid in the giant bowl is oil. Use oil for BBQing. I'm sorry this is a tip but I thought it was a gigantic bowl of soup!)
Halfway through, a man came up to us and advised (Tip 3) that the meat should be laid around the deep sides of the pan, not the middle, for better cooking. He was prooobably a (senior?) member of staff, although he was casually dressed and barbecuing with a mate close by.
Overall, the staff were barely noticeable but quietly moved around ('Tongs guy' turned on our barbecue for us), there was a compact selection of meats, and the price was not too high for a buffet.
Verdict? The better-priced buffet out of the two I've been... but will need to try more Korean BBQs for an informed verdict!
Another happy meal for us! Diba Laila Razik ? 👍🏼 i can definitely recommend this to people who love pork and more pork! 😍 they have different selection of meat and korean side dishes..
It was really good and staff was friendly in helping me despite I keep accidentally turning off the switch haha. Good range of meat and we ate so much haha
The food at this place is really good. The staff are super friendly and their service is amazing. Their marinated chicken and classic pork belly is crave worthy
The service was absolutely amazing, they were super friendly when I asked for some more lettuce and they refilled our water without us asking. The meat was extremely flavorful and the sides paired well with it all. The only thing is that I wish they had more variety in their side dishes. But overall, everything was super nice.
The price is good, and food is pretty good as well, it's probably the environment that made me gave such score. If you are looking for a cheap but good Korean buffet, then I would definitely recommend this
First time here I came with my sisters. Price wise really good $22 pp dinner and really filling. Not much selection. Seating feels kind of too close to one another. Kind of cramped in. Rice was ok but kind of had brown over cooked bits. Not a fan of the foil though I understand why they do this. Overall it is a good place to eat if you are on a budget and wanting something hearty to fill you up...I would highly recommend this place. Twas an ok place but I have had better Korean BBQ at Manukau.
The price was reasonable. Great choices of korean food. The ambience was wonderful.
The staff though are not very friendly, just refilling the food thats running out and thats it, didnt really give off an accommodating feel.
Excellent value, decent variety.
This all-you-can-eat $22 per person Korean BBQ buffet was delicious and offered a very good selection of meats, both marinated and fresh (though no seafood). Side dishes include Korean kimchi, fried rice and greens, which made for decent sides to the self-cooked meats. The sauce options are also decent, with about 4-6 selections on offer for you to combine.
While low-lit and a little packed during peak times, the food itself and the social dining atmosphere are easily commendable highlights for the price. Best enjoyed with a small group of friends sharing a couple of cookers during lunch hours, when there are less people and less cooking smoke (though even at the busiest, was not that bad at all).
Love the service, the owners are super kind and friendly. Great selection of meat and vegetables and always a good time over a great Korean style meal.
Pretty good value for money. Food was pretty good for such a great price. Simple place. Friendly and not in-my-face staff which I prefer especially for buffet places such as this. I would not go if I was too hungry tho, I would not be able to wait for the cooking at these KBBQ things.
This is one of the best value-for-money Korean BBQ buffets I've had. I've been here a couple of times. Bookings are highly recommended as it's always jam-packed. Conveniently located in the city area, 22 bucks per pax is a really good deal. I love their marinated meat, especially the lamb and also their unmarinated sliced beef. Their fried chicken is really good too. Besides the usuals, the glass noodles is also great. It'll be good if they have fruits too but for the price that u are paying, I reckon that's not a big drawback.
Nice range of fresh beef, pork, chicken, and lamb for the BBQ grill. A few good pre-cooked side dishes to get you started. Not the fanciest, but clean and good value for money.
Friendly staff. Nice food very tasteful, we did not know what to do there. But as the saying goes 'when in Rome, do as the Roman's do' and ended up quite satisfied with the food we ate. A++
Probably one of my favourite Korean BBQ restaurants. I love the selection and variety they have. It's cheap as well, especially at lunch times.
I prefer to come here at lunch time when they just open for lunch because there's less people. Dinner can get really really busy.
I like their cooked foods selection. It might not be that much but it's quality food. Their Korean pancake and noodles are my favourite.
Only been here once with a couple of new friends. Food isn't too bad. A lot of variety. It was my first time in a Korean BBQ place where you have to cook your food. It was a great experience.
Korean BBQ buffet!
For $20 per person it's great value for money! Great selection of various meats and cooked and side dishes.
I enjoyed my buffet meal here but I'm a lover of flavour and I wish the marinated meats had more flavour personally but still edible and delicious.
I can see how this place gets so busy! Staff are friendly, and attentive we sort of struggled with getting the grill hot enough and one of the waiters came over and sorted us out.
Recommend and I know where to go if I'm craving some Korean buffet in the CBD.
This is my favourite spot when I'm super hungry. $20 buffet is unbeatable. Good selection of meats, the marinade chicken and lamb are my faves. If you like a bit of spice the spicy pork and squid are yum too. There isn't a huge selection of vegetables but we come for the meat anyway. You can get fried rice and chicken etc too - good while you're waiting for your food to cook. It's awesome to be able to cook it the way you like and a great way to catch up with friends. Restaurant itself is nothing fancy but it's clean and a bonus it's BYO!!
An awesome dining and all you can eat Korean buffet bbq experience! Being a korean foodie, I was generally happily overall when we dined in last week to a variety of different dishes, meats and side dishes to choose from. It was very well worth the $20. Everything was fresh and was authentic Korean style! However, I must note - my friends and I were not as attentive on the grill as others who ate there that night and so we ended up burning our skillet and meats along with it too and was not assisted in any way in changing it apart from turning it back on again. I would recommend however, the workers trying to communicate more with their customers in ensuring everything is going okay as there was a little kid running around turning the grills on which was not okay. Otherwise, my experience here was quite the delight. Will definitely return here again...
Really good value for money. An all you can eat authentic Korean barbecue in the heart of Auckland city.
$20 per head is a decent price for what you get. So many options to throw on your hot plate... and you leave feeling satisfied and having to loosen off the belt a couple of notches. The ambience is basic but pleasing with the simplicity.
So popular that I was witnessing groups of people get turned away!! So if it is a Friday or Saturday night get there early to ensure you get a table!!
If you really crave meat, korean bbq, this is your final destination in CBD. Their food is hygienic and mostly fresh and their meat range is reasonable for the price, In my opinion its better than the one on the other side. (if you know what i mean) Go with a small group for this bbq buffet. The experience was pleasant.
Excellent restaurant. Pretty good value at $20 per person considering that it's all you can eat. The food was good quality with a variety of meats and vegetarian foods. The staff are friendly and will help you if you need them but they're relatively chilled and will let you do your own thing, so they're not in your face. You have to replace the foil occasionally yourself so it's a pretty independent place
Joanna Marie Francisco
+3.5
I really love korean bbq. Went here for the first time yesterday because our usual Korean bbq resto closed already. I did not regret spending my $20 and indulging myself with unlimited meat. Every dish they offer is replenished from time to time and never ran out. And their meats are marinated and doesn't taste bland when you grill it. I will definitely come back!!
For $20 dollar all you can eat Korean bbq this is definitely the place. The spicy pork is delicious and they have all the necessary sides for a really good Korean fix. For the price I paid there really isn't any issues I have with this place. If you know how to eat Korean bbq with all the sides then it's a really enjoyable experience.
I love this place! If I was in town and wanted my stomach full to my desire I'll come to this place. I love Korean BBQ so this is like heaven to me.
I know that there are other ones around Auckland but if you're in the CBD this would be the best one. It's always full of different meats to BBQ but the side dishes tend to be cold sometimes depending what time you go. Service is decent, it's not too difficult to ask for help from them. The atmosphere is quite bustling but it reminds me of a homey feel (I don't know why). Overall a good place to fill up, but make sure you cook the chicken thoroughly!
Great food and is our favorite Korean BBQ place, sad to see they have stopped serving lunch Mon to Thu though.
Please consider opening for lunch 1 or 2 more weekdays!
I'm a fan of Korean BBQ , I really enjoyed the variety in Veges and meat/squid they had to offer, The price per head was very cheap for all you can eat 👌🏽 only downer for me was having to wait for some of the meat to be refilled...
I have been to this place more than a couple of times and love the food!!
This place is great to cater a group of 20 people. (YOU do need to book in advance, as they always busy and trust me you need to be exact as they might not have enough table or chair to accommodate extras)
Overall, the experience is great. Staff is really friendly and helpful. Always smiling no matter how busy they are.
All you can eat option is great with plenty of meat.
Lack of vegetables option but hey...it is a BBQ buffet!
A must go!
If you are expecting a fancy Korean restaurant that has a large variety of choices then this is probably not for you. This place is a simple and humble restaurant that offers a rather pleasant buffet for a great price, and the great service pretty much solidifies its position as one of my favorite places to eat within the city. I would recommend this place to those who would like to try Korean BBQ for the first time, as you aren't required to go through the hassle of picking things off the menu when they are all there for you and for one set price. The seafood and vegetable options are lacking, but if you're happy with just the beef, lamb, chicken or pork belly (I sure was) then you'll be fine.
Nothing quite like a good unlimited korean bbq! There's quite a few selections of meats which was good, but when eating at a Korean restaurant You'd expect a lot of spicy food and there wasn't much of spicy-marinated meats to choose from which was disappointing. With the service, the staff didn't look like he wanted to be there, but it's understandable as it was a public holiday when we came. Nevertheless the food was enjoyable and very filling.
Came here a few days ago with a group of 9. They had seats for a Saturday night however seats filled up fast. Not sure if the meats were fresh but the lettuce and other vegetables seems fresh. The other korean food was good. However there was no rice left by 9pm and they ran out of lamb as well. Nevertheless it was a good kick of kbbq.
XX_Mystery_Reviewer_Xx
+4
This place is amazing. The sweet chilli sauce is great and the meat is to die for. You cook your own meat at whatever temperature you want and have no restrictions.
--- Pros ---
Meat tastes amazing (esp. the spicy pork)
Service is good
Seating is good
FRIED CHICKEN
KIMCHI
EAT AS MUCH AS YOU WANT
Music is decent
The rice is amazing.
cheap asf
--- Cons ---
No service if you want to get water ( you go fill your own cup ) P.S. Laziness
Usually very packed/ need to reserve before coming
Overpriced drinks ($5 for a ginger beer ...)
Love this place. The food was good and the service is also great for a busy place.
Sure, they don't smile but hey, they get the job done fast.
They helped arrange my preferred table and change my burner quickly.
Awesome place to eat for casual dining with mates.
The sauce used to marinate the meat is great. Can't get a better tasting Korean BBQ anywhere else, worth $20 per person for a buffet.
The fritters were also awesome.
Note : Not a place for prissy people who care about their clothes and hair smelling like charcoal.
Everything was good worth what you pay downside is just it was way too hot had to keep stepping out to get fresh air! Over all amazing :) yum food!
Genie @ BunnyEatsDesign
+4
We came to Korean BBQ Buffet on Saturday for a casual dinner with friends. We all went for their $20 buffet. They offer BYO wine here and sell a small range of beer. I recommend Hite (a Korean beer).
With one vegetarian in our group, we asked if our waiter could point out the vegetarian dishes which he did graciously. While there are vegetarian dishes here, I wouldn’t recommend this place for vegetarians. There are better vegetarian options in the city. Our waiter then explained how the buffet worked and we were left our own devices.
All the dishes are clearly labeled in English and to ensure freshness, they don’t keep too much food out at once. The food is replenished regularly. There is a good selection of marinaded and non-marinaded meats. There was beef short rib, pork belly, spicy kim chi pork, chicken, spicy squid and others. There was one I don't remember seeing a label for and in hindsight, I think it was chicken gizzards. So if you're not fond of gizzards, then maybe avoid that one. My favourites were the beef short rib, pork belly and spicy kim chi pork. The seaweed salad and the vermicelli noodle dish were also delicious. We enjoyed the pre-cooked fried chicken wings, though it would be better if these were served hot. The other pre-cooked dishes are average and served at about room temperature. It would be better if these were all served hot (room temperature steamed mussels anyone?).
As with any buffet, you can eat as much as you like and then some. The best technique for Korean BBQ Buffet is to get a selection of raw meats for the table (not per person) and cook these as a group. Go back for seconds on your favourite raw meats. Each person is then responsible for their own pre-cooked food to eat while the meat is cooking.
For $20 per person this place is good value, especially if you love BBQ meat. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and selection of meat for the price although this is not fine dining.
On the night we visited there were several groups, both Korean and non-Korean and a hens party. Extra points for the fun, upbeat music. Nothing quite like bopping to Feliz Navidad while chowing down on lots of meat.
I rated Korean BBQ Buffet quite high because they are good for what they are trying to do: Budget Korean buffet BBQ. There are better Korean BBQ places but they are more expensive. Korean BBQ Buffet is great value for what you get and I was pleasantly surprised.
Great central location, although parking can be tricky in this area. Great for groups, meat eaters and those on a budget. Tasty, tasty meat. I will be back.
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I really really like this place. It makes me so happy. $18 for lunch and $20 for dinner and unlimited food?? I am in. I am so in! There was a time where I came here three times in one week. Oops! It is my favourite food place in the city, because even though it is cheap for the value, I am a poor student and can't afford it, but I love eating here. I really am not a fan of fancy restaurants and korean BBQ buffet is exactly what I like.
I sat here for two hours and just stuffed myself with meat in lettuce wraps. Don't turn the gas up too high or it'll burn your meat and you will keep having to replace your foil. Also, don't be tempted to grill a lot of beef- beef is actually really tough and hard to eat.
Love how there is a lot of food- when I was there they had all their foods out in bainmaries and replenished often. Also love the sweet corn soup there! And you can just keep eating and eating and eating! Just like if you were if you are at home, except this is better! This is korean BBQ!
I am obsessed with this place, and somehow they've made it so clean that I always use chopsticks to handle raw meat (by accident of course) and I have never gotten food poisoning or anything, and this can include handling raw chicken and pork. Maybe the high temperatures kill it on my chopsticks or I have a really strong stomach? I don't know haha.
Also if you don't know how to use chopsticks, that is a very big shame. I saw a couple using a knife and fork to turn meat over on their grill. That was sort of sad. Maybe just use a fork if you don't know how to use chopsticks.
Mad love for this place, although there is a korean BBQ place just opposite it that I would assume would be very similar to this one.
Great stuff. Been coming here for years
The chicken wings are a good bonus. It's simple nothing too fancy.
Other than that it's actually quite good, however no ventilation inside, so can get quite hot during summer.
Service: 3/5
Wait time: 4/5
Environment: 4/5
Food Quality: 4/5
Food Quantity: 5/5
Price range: $30+ pp
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It's a decent Korean BBQ place with selections of frozen and marinated meat. Unlike some other places I've never had stomach pain the day after (possibly from not-fresh meat). I like how they keep on restocking the meat on the buffet platter instead of dumping a huge amount in a non refrigerated space instead. They have decent choices of sides too like kimchi, steam mussels, japchae etc on a bain marie--my friends liked it but I don't eat them as I feel like they've been on there the whole day! They also serves different types of soups, and bottomless orange juice to quench your thirst. All of this for $19 dinner is reasonable I think!
I just don't like the fact that the stove dies often (mine died twice on one dinner occasion, they had to replace gas) and that the seating are so close to each table. If you're unlucky enough, you will be seated next to people who eat with their mouth open! (or talks so loudly!).
TIP: Don't wash your hair before eating here. You will want to wash it when you finish, as they will smell like meat and smoke!
Make sure you don't wear fancy dress and it gonna smell . Haha but all the food was FOODELICIOUS. Highly recommended.
Many of my friends like this place not only because of their different various of food but also the flavour and quality of the meat. The pork there tasted better than other BBQ places. The other dishes including the vegetables and desserts were also quite nice. The most important is that there is not much smoke coming out when you fry the meat there.
If you are a meat lover, here is definitely the right place for you to go and try. Easy to park there, too.
(Visited on 27 November 2023, reviewed on 9 December 2023)
This is a great place for Korean BBQ with family and/or friends in Auckland. Despite the place being small, it was cosy and had a nice Korean feel to it. The buffet was quite widespread, and the food was out of this world. For a fixed price per person, you can serve as much as you want. I should come here again!
$35 each included EVERYTHING, BBQ, Hotpot, Drinks.
Everything is clean and good quality.
Service is also great!
Worth it!
Price $35 including Bbq & hot pot. The restaurant is quite small, so booking in advance is highly recommended. Staff were friendly and helpful. There is no seafood here, only beef, pork and chicken. Hot pot soup was average but it is what you get for $35, soft drink included. There's toilet, clean.
Worth of the month. BBQ Meat is fresh. Cooked food is nice as well. Friendly staffs
My first time here for BBQ and Hot pot at $35 will definitely coming back highly recommended👍🏻😋
I went this place again and surprised by the changes they made. First, they have those delicious fruit salad which is great as a dessert, second, they have a new soup called chicken noodle soup, and it was very delicious. The price was cheap as usual, and would definitely recommend if you are student or a large group !
Best Korean bbq I’ve ever tried before. Deserves 10 stars. Everything is freshly prepared and the servers are very helpful and quick to clean up any messes. Will definitely be back. Just a side note, if you’re not a big eater then ask to have no soup with your dish.
Claudia Minerva Valencia
+4
My first time trying korean bbq, was an amazing experience because I love soups and bbq. The only issue is that all the rest fills with steam from the food. For the rest it is all good I really love it.
Korean BBQ was very average, but soup dishes were really tasty. Service was excellent such kind and friendly staff.
This place is awesome! You get excellent value for your money and won't be disappointed. The buffet style works and greatly reduces the time needed to get and cook your food. The side dishes are delicious and the soup is wonderful.
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