Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieServes Korean BBQ and other traditional dishes in a casual, open-timbered space with in-table grills.
What to order: Beef Platter · Pork Belly · Steamed Egg · Cold Green Tea NoodleFrom Google Maps reviews.
Jongro BBQ offers an authentic Korean BBQ experience right in the middle of Koreatown. The atmosphere is lively, energetic, and unmistakably authentic — the kind of place where the sounds, aromas, and busy environment are part of the experience. It may not be a quiet or refined dining setting, but that is exactly what gives Jongro BBQ its unique character and charm. The food was excellent, with flavorful dishes and high-quality ingredients that showcase the strengths of Korean barbecue. The com
Jongro on the second floor opens and fills up quickly, it is very popular. We got a large beef platter, a bibimbap, of course banchan and all the sides, spicy squid, korean cold noodles, and a seafood pancake. It actually ended up being a bit too much food for 4 people. The tables have limited spaces- they bring a complimentary cheese and corn and a hot egg bowl. That was a nice touch. The BBQ area is quite big in the center and takes up majority of the table- can also make your clothes and hair
The beef intestines here are quite good. The last time I came with four people, we couldn’t finish everything because it gets filling pretty quickly. The kimchi soup was decent, and my favorite dish was the steamed eggs. The service was good and stable, and the beef dish shown in the photo that I ordered was also very delicious.
From the Sep 11, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.