There is something so appealing about visiting a Korean BBQ restaurant.
Known for providing a novel culinary experience that is enjoyable for all the family, there is nothing quite as satisfying as the taste of their succulent, delicious meats, that are bursting with flavour.
Sometimes referred to as KBBQ, Brisbane has its fair share of venues for you to visit. Many of which feature grills or accommodate a portable stove on your table, which you can use to cook your food exactly how you like it.
Whether you are a regular visitor or an intrigued first-timer, here are 13 of the best Korean BBQ restaurants in Brisbane you simply must visit.
Go Bull
Situated in Sunnybank, Go Bull has been a stalwart of the Brisbane Korean BBQ scene for several years now.
For this reason, you are going to want to get to the restaurant early, as the lines that snake out the door can get quite long. (They don’t take reservations here).
Once you do manage to get a seat you will be treated to a delightful menu of sizzling dishes that are full of flavour.
The beef tripe is not to be missed, while their bossam is to die for. If you love eating with your hands, then you will love their DIY rice balls.
Address: 18 Wynne St, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 07 3345 9463
Trading Hours: Fri 5 pm – 11 pm, Sat – Sun 11:30 am – 11 pm, Mon – Wed 5 pm – 11 pm, Thur Closed.
Maru
If you consider food pics as art then you will be instantly hooked by the menu at Maru.
Located in the heart of the CBD, their meal photos are so beautifully captured, that you’ll be drooling as soon as you see them.
Known for its fine cuisine, the restaurant has been serving hungry city workers and tourists for over a decade now.
It places equal importance on presentation as well as flavour. So you can rest assured, that each dish tastes just as good as it looks.
Try the spicy pork rib stew set, and you will see what we mean.
Address: 157 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Phone: +61 07 3221 7778
Trading Hours: 11 am – 12 am Daily
Char Kor BBQ
With four venues across Brisbane, Char Kor BBQ is a well-established name on the Brisbane Korean dining scene. Only it’s not a restaurant. It’s a series of food trucks.
Don’t let this prevent you from checking it out though, as these guys serve up some deliciously good food.
Although the truck operates out of Eagle Farm, Mile Plains and Slacks Creek at lunchtime from Wednesday through to Friday, its main base is at the Roma Parkland, where it takes residency in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday.
Specialising in fusion Korean food, they plate up delicious teriyaki chicken bowls, and bulgogi bento boxes, that are as good as anything you can find in a bricks and mortar venue in the city.
Addresses and trading hours:
Wed 10:30 am -1:30 pm at 161 Fison Ave West, Eagle Farm QLD 4009
Thur 11 am – 1:30 pm at 30 McKechnie Dr, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113
Fri 11 am – 1:30 pm at 64 Moss St, Slacks Creek QLD 4127
Wed – Sun 5 pm – 8:30 pm at Roma Parkland (Outside of fence) Brisbane City QLD 4000
Phone: +61 04 2151 5614
Midam Korean Charcoal BBQ
The best Korean fried chicken in Brisbane is practically a competitive sport. But one of the best proponents of it is Midam Korean Charcoal BBQ.
You’ll find this venue at Sunnybank, and once you are there, you will be able to load up on moist, juicy and crunchy chicken, which will arguably make you lick your fingers even more than you would if you bought from one of the Colonel’s outlets.
If you fancy branching out a bit further from chicken, Midam also serves up a terrific all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ buffet too.
Just be sure to wear loose-fitting clothes.
Address: 21 Farne St, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 07 3344 5001
Trading Hours: Tues – Fri 5 pm – 10 pm, Sat-Sun 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm, Mon Closed
Sunny Seoul BBQ
If you are heading out for a meal in a large group, Sunny Seoul BBQ is a terrific option.
Nestled in the heart of Sunnybank, the venue is renowned for its huge platters of succulent marinated meats and delicious vegetables, which can be cooked up on your table.
For those who want something off the menu, there are also pancakes and hot pots available from the kitchen.
Considering the portion size, their prices represent outstanding value for money, While the casual and buzzy setting makes for a great venue in which to eat.
A good night is guaranteed to all if you decide to come here.
Address: 95 Mains Rd, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 07 3344 7589
Trading Hours: Wed – Thur 5 pm – 8 pm, Fri – Sat 5 pm – 8:30 pm, Sun-Mon 5 pm – 8 pm, Tues Closed
Korilla BBQ Restaurant
Located on Queen Street, right in the heart of the CBD, the Korilla BBQ Restaurant is a fantastic place to go to for a really good feed.
Boasting some of the best cuts of meat you will find in Bris-Vegas, the restaurant puts genuine charcoal under their grills when cooking.
The result is a menu of pork, beef, chicken and fish dishes that are so good, that you’ll be rubbing your belly with glee.
Try the honey chilli chicken, and prepare to be blown away!
Address: Level 1 43 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Phone: +61 07 3211 1212
Trading Hours: Sat 12 pm – 10:30 pm, Sun 12 pm – 9 pm, Mon – Thur 11:30 am – 9:30 pm, Fri Closed
Funny Funny Korean Restaurant
Another CBD stalwart, Funny Funny Korean Restaurant has arguably the coolest name of all restaurants in Brisbane.
An upbeat Korean eatery, it boasts a lively atmosphere, friendly staff and a menu of classic rice, noodles, pancakes and other KBBQ dishes.
The specials change every day here, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for that. Should you arrive at the restaurant and find it busy, however, you can always order a takeaway here.
Address: 32 Burnett Ln, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Phone: +61 07 3012 8108
Trading Hours: Mon – Fri 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 1 am, Sat 5:30 pm – 1 am, Sunday Closed
Hanwoori Restaurant
If your appetite is more in keeping with that of a sumo wrestler then you might be well advised to head to the Hanwoori Restaurant.
You will find it on Mary Street in the CBD and once you are there you can treat yourself to an all-you-can-eat buffet of delicious Korean BBQ food that is so good, it will make your taste buds dance.
Made from the freshest of ingredients, with only the best quality meats they can find, the buffet includes a wide range of dishes to sate all tastes.
It’s presented within a modern dining room that has a minimalist style Asian interior decor and is another venue where you can even cook at your table.
Address: Level 1 70 Mary St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Phone: +61 04 3211 5710
Trading Hours: 5:30 pm – 10 pm Daily
Tok Tok Korean Cuisine
Tok Tok Korean Cuisine might be one of the newer Korean BBQ restaurants in Brisbane, however, they have quickly forged a reputation for incredible food and excellent service.
A streamlined eatery that offers classic Korean barbecue, delicious fried chicken and flavoursome soups in a lively setting with a relaxed atmosphere, this authentic restaurant ticks a lot of boxes.
If you do come here, it’s worth making a booking, as the venue tends to fill up quickly. With scrumptious dishes like wagyu bibimbap and boiled pork belly available, you’ll soon understand why.
Address: Shop 11 158 Gowan Rd, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 04 2671 7893
Trading Hours: 11 am – 11:50 pm Daily
Restaurant Red & Green
Over in Woolloongabba, Restaurant Red & Green provides another fantastic all-you-can-eat buffet option for those who like to experience lots of different flavours and textures.
Specialising in charcoal cooking techniques, all their meats, seafood and vegetable dishes are imbued with a distinctive smoky flavour that will titillate your taste buds.
Tucked away up on the 2nd floor of the Princess Plaza, it’s a very relaxed venue, with pleasant decor and tabletop grills to cook your food on.
Address: Shop 3 L1 14 Annerley Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Phone: +61 07 3217 3188
Trading Hours: 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm Daily
Mapo BBQ
Yet another Korean BBQ restaurant in Sunnybank, Mapo BBQ is known for its terrific à la carte menu that caters to all palates.
An excellent spot to visit with a larger party, there is also a set menu for diners to enjoy.
Reasonably priced, and perfectly cooked, their dishes will take you to culinary heights you never knew existed.
Address: 9/178 Turton St, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 07 3195 5047
Trading Hours: Thurs – Fri 4:30 pm – 11 pm, Sat – Sun 11 am – 3 pm, 4:30 pm – 11 pm, Mon – Tues 4:30 pm – 11 pm, Wed Closed
Mr Bap
If you are new to the exciting world of Korean BBQ then Mr Bap is the perfect place to get acquainted with it.
Located – yes, you guessed it, in Sunnybank – the restaurant tends to stick to the classic meat and chicken dishes. Though it does these very well.
Priding themselves on being the only BBQ restaurant in Brisbane that makes original pork rib that is 100% homemade, their kimchi and bulgogi items are also particularly good.
Address: Shop 29 663 Beenleigh Rd, Sunnybank QLD 4109
Phone: +61 07 3423 8875
Trading Hours: Tues – Sun 11:30 am – 9:30 pm, Mon Closed
Seoul Ssamm
If you ever find yourself craving Korean BBQ whilst in the Fortitude Valley, then head on over to Seoul Ssamm.
A great place to start your evening out, this relaxed and chic cafe offers cheap and tasty KBBQ, as well as raw Wagyu tartare and hot pot.
Featuring a layout of curved booths, soft suede dining chairs, timber polished tables, and Korean street art on the walls that have been specially commissioned, all the dishes on the menu – including the sauces – are made onsite.
Best of all, as the venue is situated within easy walking distance of some of the best bars in Brisbane, you won’t have far to go to continue the fun.
Address: Shop 8 100 McLachlan St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Phone: +61 04 2263 1891
Trading Hours: Wed – Sat 12 pm – 2 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Sun – Mon 12 pm – 2 pm, 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm, Tues Closed