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    704 Korean BBQ

    4.2 (144 reviews)
    PriceyKorean, Barbeque

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    Stacy E.

    I have been craving Korean BBQ for a while now. I decided to reserve a spot at this location for my birthday dinner and it did not disappoint. Korean BBQ is pricey anywhere you go, but this particular location has all types of meats. From seafood to marinated, and non-marinated meats, thick or thinly sliced, as well as Bulgogi beef, pork and chicken were part of the experience. The time limit is 2 hours and it starts as soon as the drink orders have been taken. Be careful to NOT eat with your eyes, because you will get charged extra for unfinished food items. Parties of 6 or more already include a gratuity fee. The BBQ plate used to cook meats does tend to get VERY dirty but the server will change it out, and add water as well. High chairs are also available for toddlers to join in on the experience. Meats can be chosen every round but only up to 4 meats. The meats come in a heaping pile with endless choices of sides. The best side in my opinion were the RICE CAKES. We even threw those on the hot plate to get them nice and roasted. They have an extensive choice of Korean non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks as well as a variety of Korean soft drinks. I was able to try out a common Korean Peach yogurt cocktail which was delicious. The downside was that there was only one bartender working through the dinner rush and complex cocktails. I ordered another round of the Peachy yogurt cocktail and had to leave without the drink being made. Since this location is within a shopping center, the parking situation is Great. Plenty of parking near the actual location. Wait times can be longer for parties without a reservation.

    Unlimited appetizers. Rice Cake, Fried Dumpling & Bulgogi
    Jennifer I.

    We came here on a Sunday with a group of 10+. There was no wait to get seated (granted we did call ahead) which was amazing. They do not have loud music playing in the background, so conversations can be had quite easily. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and quick to help. As with most AYCE BBQ spots now, it is recommended to order no more than 2 meats at a time to reduce leftovers (which - within reason- you DO have to pay extra for) My kids & I LOVED their pork bulgogi. We probably ordered more than 4 rounds of just that. The meats were all fairly fresh and well marinated. Their cheese corn (set on the grill to melt) was so sooo good. I can't believe I didn't take a photo of it. I look forward to going back.

    ? Paste  / Kim Chi / sweet chili sauce Lemon for grill
    Kami H.

    If you haven't experienced this style of Korean Beef atmosphere- you need to! It is a little pricey at 38/head so go hungry and be prepared to not have any leftovers as you can't take home leftovers and if too much is left they will charge an up charge. In other words order a few things and then you can order more as needed. All the food was delicious! We don't have a picture of the fried dumplings but they were so good we ordered them 3x lol!! The Corn Cheese we weren't sure what to expect but was so good we had another round! The garlic in sesame oil really cooks up nicely and tastes so good! Our faves in the main items were the marinated pork butt / marinated Beef / marinated chicken - not faves of shrimp or squid, just ok. Pork Belly is good if you like that type of stuff - make sure you save it for last so it can really get crispy and it takes a bit for that to occur. If you love trying out non traditional great eats - give this place a try!

    Rose E.

    We decided to do another low-key, yet celebratory New Year's Eve dining closer to home...so this place came to mind again. Think we did NYE dining here last year too? The thing I hate about dining here is that they don't take reservations (not even a wait list any longer) for smaller parties...so you can only hope for the best when going here. :\ We drove out early, around 5:15 pm, so managed to get a table (though not the best!) without waiting...but the place was nearly packed already! This non-reservation/non-waiting list situation is what makes me dock a star from the get-go. I noticed that they didn't feature BTS, Blackpink, or other top K-Pop overhead this time...but rather, more of a rhythm 'n blues and/or loungy Korean music. Not sure if I liked it better, but the volume was good...and definitely added to the ambiance. They even added just a bit more decor (like these funky green beer trees?) to their otherwise very minimalistic chic, industrial vibe. Also, as expected, the A-Y-C-E KBBQ is now priced a bit higher...at $38 per person. Still, I felt that with the volume of meats and sides that we order, we always feel that we get our money's worth. Also, seems they added more flavors of the Mochi Ice Cream...which was perfect for topping off the hot 'n spicy meal. Again, we didn't like our seating area...with the smaller booth, and by the back door. However, given the number of bigger parties coming in for NYE, I didn't feel that we could have done much better...so Oh Well? Still, our waitress was pretty attentive throughout...and our foods were delivered rather quickly, surprisingly. Not the best KBBQ I've had, but pretty solid...especially for Charlotte. I thought their menu changed a bit though...with too much "Pork Belly" meats, which aren't my favorites. Still, they had the Beef Bulgogi, Prime Rib (though boneless verson) and the Squid...which I tend to go for. Guess the big disappointment is the lack of Galbi, possibly my favorite of the meats. Of all the sides that we tried, we thought their Fried Dumplings were stand-outs. So light and crispy! I also really like the laid-back vibe of this place over the more hustle-bustle Let's Meet chain...and of course, its convenient location, with easy parking. I actually prefer their sister chain, Iron Dish in North Charlotte...but a bit too far to drive out. Overall, this seems to be the local KBBQ we seem to lean towards...mostly due to convenience (location/parking). So YES, we're a fan...and we'll likely be back! In any case, it was a very good, hearty, A-Y-C-E Feast. Happy New Years!!

    Gregory B.

    Service was great, hostess was frequently visiting the table. Food came out quickly and tasted great. A lot of options so we will definitely be back to try other meats.

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    Carolyn L.

    I'm in love with this place beside MOA.. I have never been good at cooking my own food sooo deal of this game is to find someone whose get annoy of how clueless I am. And just savagely take over. Works both time.. Their food seem freshly made. Like the kimchi, lettuces are nicely wash.. All the pickle products are good and nicely marinated. I love love their fried rice cake. Of course their fried goyzas. I ate soo much beef tongues, Kalbi and Bolgi each time that it was sitting at the throat. Their soju with yugurt was sooo good. And of course you have to try the lycees soju.. customer services are great.. both times they were there and on point.. This is my go too Korean bbq!

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    Hyun P.

    We went for Friday dinner and no wait. They only take reservations for party of 7 or more. Each table get a laminated menu with a marker to mark meat and sides you want. The waitress bring your order with a clean menu for you to mark your next order. Overall the food was okay, some of the meat didn't have a lot of flavors.

    Vivian T.

    I think I won't be coming back just because there are better alternatives to kbbq in Charlotte! It was $40 per person AYCE and I feel like the quality of the cuts of meat just wasn't worth it. The grill itself isn't great. It burns a lot quicker than other grills and the burnt remains doesn't get cleaned off completely even when they give you a "new one". I think I just didn't get a great vibe when I went in general. Overall, I think everything is just alright. Nothing amazing or new. I think it would help if they lowered their cost pp it may be better. It's not a bad establishment at all but I personally would go somewhere else that's worth it at the price point!

    Angie S.

    We had a fun experience at 704 Korean bbq. It was my first Time having Korean bbq in North Carolina, and it came pretty close to what I've had on the west coast. I recommend the non-marinated meats over the marinated. They're more tender off the pot and you taste more of the natural flavors of the meat. The brisket and the bulgogi the top two. So whatever you order, be sure to get those. With a metal back, the seats were a bit uncomfortable, especially if you're going to be stuffing yourself with Korean bbq. The atmosphere was interesting. Definitely being environmentally friendly, so no complaints about that. I'd say 704 Korean bbq is worth a try. Be sure to come with enough people, so you can try everyone on the menu and still finish the food at no extra charge.

    Daniela R.

    Although, there was a long wait. I can confidently say it was well worth it. But we used that time to familiarize ourselves with the menu. And the decor was really cool. When we finally got sat, we were starving! And we were quick to order our food. For times like this, I recommend the the thin beef brisket. It's cooks pretty fast! Make yourself a lettuce or radish wrap with the beef, top it with some kimchi, and wow! For extra spice, some gochujang. Definitely tames the hunger down! Beef bulgogi is a must for us. So when we saw they had chicken bulgogi, we had to try it. I have to say: WOW! It was delectable! For sides, I always go with corn cheese, kimchi/cucumber kimchi, lettuce wraps, and radish wrap. We had a such a great time here, I wished it was closer to us! But nonetheless, amazing and you must try it! 10/10 So delicious

    Anita W.

    I can be really picky when it comes to KBBQ, but I really enjoyed this one. Some places limit the amount of item you can order or how many times you can order at one time, and this one seemed perfect. All items on the list we're all you can eat! The flavor was so tasty and the portions of each item were fulfilling! Service was very helpful and attentive.

    Patrick R.

    AYCE Korean BarBQ was on the menu. We had a great time here, and enjoyed the meal and atmosphere. I liked the fact that you could order your items on a card and the waiter would pick it up and bring the items requested. We had 2 hours to get the meat coming, cooking and eating. Great place! Service was good, and they kept the meat coming, no idle time at this table.

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    Hunter B.

    Pictured: Lemon Drop Martini (9/10) Blueberry Mojito (10/10) The People's Margarita (9.5/10) Korean Mule (10/10) Boneless Prime Short Rib (10/10) Beef Tongue(10/10) Beef Bulgogi (10/10) Shrimp (9/10) Lemon Butter Chicken (9.5/10) Pork Belly (Garlic, Lemon Butter, Regular, Curry, Spicy) (10/10) Corn Cheese (10/10) Fried Dumplings (9/10) Spicy Rice Cake (8/10) Korean Miso Soup (9/10) New York Cheesecake for my friend's bday (9/10) Likes: Everything at 704 Korean BBQ is fresh, perfectly seasoned, and you get to cook it to your liking. I enjoyed every aspect of this meal, from choosing which flavor combinations worked well together to cooking each menu item while sipping cocktails with friends! I'm still craving the Blueberry Mojito, Prime Short Rib, and Garlic Pork Belly and you will be too! Dislikes: I have no dislikes for 704 Korean BBQ, it is reasonably priced and there's nothing not to love! Overall Rating: 4.7

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    great food great service, one of the best spots in clt for kbbq! definitely coming back :)

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    The food, cocktails and service were great! I came with my boyfriend and we were sat immediately. I highly recommend for a date night!

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    Sweet Lew's had been bookmarked on my Yelp list for a return visit after I saw it featured during…read moreTop Chef's time in Charlotte. I'd eaten here before and had good food memories, so after returning from Memphis with barbecue still on my mind, it seemed like the perfect time to go back. First, know what you're walking into--in the best possible way. Sweet Lew's is rustic, casual and charming. This is not fancy barbecue. They have their own private parking lot, which is a huge plus, but it's gravel. Ladies, leave the high heels at home unless you want to risk an ankle before you even get to the brisket! There's a screened-in porch/patio dining area and a small air-conditioned dining room inside, where you'll also find the restrooms. And when I say small, I mean small. It adds to the neighborhood barbecue-joint charm, but I can easily imagine this place getting packed during peak hours and weekends. I apparently hit the sweet spot because it wasn't crowded during my visit. The setup is equally casual. You line up, order and pay at the counter, grab your sauces and utensils, find a table and settle in. There's no wait staff. If you want a beverage, you'll head to the bar area and order that separately. Everyone I encountered was friendly, and service moved quickly. My usual order is the one-meat/two-side combo, which is $17 and includes hush puppies. This time I ventured away from the pork shoulder and ordered brisket with barbecue beans and potato salad. I also added the boiled potatoes as an extra side and a sausage link because I wanted to sample more of the menu. Unfortunately, the brisket didn't hit the same way the pork shoulder did on my previous visit. It was heavily peppered, not particularly moist, and had a thick fatty layer that peeled away from the meat. I was also missing that flavorful exterior bark I look forward to with brisket. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable. I sampled several sauces trying to find the right match. The mustard-based sauce was far too mustard-forward for my taste, and one of the sweeter sauces had a thick texture I didn't care for. The spicy barbecue sauce remains the winner for me. I'd enjoyed it previously with the pork shoulder, and it was the one I kept coming back to. The boiled potatoes looked delicious on the line but were underwhelming once I tasted them. They'll need a little doctoring up at home. The sausage took a few extra minutes, which I didn't mind since it came out fresh. Then came my biggest surprise: the bill was almost $35. Once I looked at the menu again, the math made sense. The combo was $17, but an additional side is $5 and the sausage link is $10. Lesson learned! The combo plates are clearly the better value rather than building your meal à la carte. I still like Sweet Lew's. My first meal here was stronger than this one, and next time I'll go straight back to the pork shoulder, spicy barbecue sauce and a combo plate. One disappointing brisket isn't enough to erase those good food memories. If you're around Belmont just outside Uptown and craving some barbecue, head over to Sweet Lew's. Wear sensible shoes, grab a combo, find your favorite sauce and enjoy the rustic charm. Life is too short not to sleep well, travel well or eat well. So get out there and find your next meal.

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