I had lunch twice here in 10 days. $20 AYCY. Very good value. And the meat were very good . Also you can have hotpot and bbq together only $20 at lunch time . The hotpot was ok. $20 not expected too much . Will go back again. Best service ever . And I saw the new owner trying to update their customer ok equipment. The new bbq griddle and hotpot set installed at table . Give them a try read more

Bon KBBQ - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Bon KBBQ is one of the more interesting dining concepts in the Houston area. It's a Korean BBQ, Hot Pot, Sushi, and Taco Bar all wrapped into one. It's one those places you have to visit once to decide whether it's your jam or not, because I've not seen many like it. With that being said, my own experience left me feeling a bit torn The variety is impressive, you can grill, simmer, roll, or build your meal however you want. It's a fun concept and could be all the crave with the right execution. The service was decent, folks were polite and helpful even during busy moments. However, the floors really need some work. Walking between stations shouldn't feel slippery, and the greasy feel made the place seem less clean than it probably is. Also there were too many empty trays and food that looked like it had been sitting out too long. Especially at the sushi station. With all the food options, it's understandable that the folks might get overwhelmed, but that's exactly why someone dedicated to refilling and rotating food would good. This concept is ambitious, and the execution shows signs of being overwhelmed. Again perhaps worth trying at least once just for the novelty. But a return visit for me I'd need to know that more attention is being paid to cleanliness and food rotation. read more

It seems that either they have changed management or started a whole revamping but either way I am all here for it! Now, they offer KBBQ, hotpot, and a taco bar! The concept is amazing especially for the price you get right now in their soft launch month of April. The service is amazing once you finally get someone, all of the servers were super nice. I think they are in the process of hiring and training more staff. I will say I think maybe they can refine their system or hire more people because sometimes the wait for items took a bit long to get to our table. The wait at the taco bar also took some time because there was only one person working it. We had to flag someone down for utensils and for our meats. Some items just never came. The broth was never ready and the wait for it was half an hour, I think that is so unacceptable, The meats were fresh, the hotpot broths were delicious once we finally got some (tom yum could use some more spice and sourness), but I wish that the hot food on the buffet bar was more fresh. It seemed to have been sitting out for a while. The newly added desserts and kimbap was delicious! I will definitely be returning as I am hopeful about their new changes. read more

My friends and I decided to try this ayce Korean BBQ, and we were so amazed by the price and the service. With $19.99 all day menu, you can choose many options on their menu. The meet was a little bit fatty for myself, but they were well seasoned. You can make your own taco or get Korean fried chicken at the bar also. I also want to mention the service here was excellent. They have plenty of seats so if you want to bring while your family, this would be a good option. Restaurant was clean and well organized. Right now I believe they are having 20% promotion, so you can have ayce for just $16. Highly recommend! read more

Bon KBBQ - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The meats were delicious especially the spicy beef and pork bulgogi. The galbi was delicious too. They even have a buffet line too with hot and cold items such as kimchi, gimbap, fried chicken, and other banchan. However, many of the hot items were room temp/lukewarm, which was not great but it still tasted fine. Overall, I think it's better to come during a busier time like weekend dinner instead of mid-week dinner since food is less likely to sit out during busier periods. read more

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good value, food is good, service is good too. No long line when we arrived at 5pm. Pork cheek is a bit too fat, everything else is great! There is even crab for hotpot read more

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What was once Jin, is now Bon. AYCE KBBQ wasn't much of a thing in HTown up until a handful of years ago and Jin was one of the few local chains that was leading up the charge. As the full rebrand went into a effect a couple of years ago, the change didn't seem to stop at the name. Whatever the hypothetical reasonings behind the name (#1), it has likely resulted in everything they don't want. On the surface, it might seem like not much has changed. The format is still a mix of a la carte and self-serve buffet with limited service. Anyone who remembers what it was like during the Jin days will soon see that the food quality has gone down, the prices have gone up, and the service has not gotten better. Even first timers are likely to notice something. The meats are the biggest tragedy. Whether it's the funk from the marinated meats, or the subpar variety, I really long for better days on their end. KBBQ is one of my favorite things in life and I do hope that this location, along with the others can turn it around soon. __________ (#1) Bon like bon appetit? Or bon like root? (本) Either way, not a good look. read more

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All You Can Eat Korean BBQ for $19.99 (plus tax and tip on a weekday) in Houston, Texas... This was such a great deal for our party of six. We walked into a nicely air-conditioned, spacious, clean, modern restaurant with easy parking and convenient restroom! The best part is that customers get to select their own meats and banchan. Examples: Take the leaner meat with less gristle! Grab more of your favorite banchan without bothering the busy workers who might forget! Another good thing was the free drink promotion: post something on social media for a complimentary soft drink! I did an Instagram story and got a free Coca-Cola! Thanks! Bonus: We had a chance to try new things like Pumpkin Porridge and shikeh. My brother-in-law is 100 percent Korean and he didn't know what these were, too! Pumpkin Porridge is like a tomato bisque, but with Pumpkin. It was a tad bit sweet with tiny bits of Pumpkin. We liked it! Shikeh is a traditional Korean sweet rice ginger punch. All six of us enjoyed the subtle ginger flavor! Cheers! Staff was very efficient in removing our used plates. They were also polite and welcoming! Thank you so much for a super awesome dining experience! read more

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This place has seen a lot of changes over the years, even its name. I feel the quality has slightly dropped also, but otherwise Bon continues to be consistently decent. It's a nice modern interior, and service is always fast since you have the tableside light so signal a waiter over. The lunch AYCE is pretty good value. Still a decent selection of meats and sides, although the meats that sometimes remain frozen when it gets to your table isn't as high quality as many other kbbq places I've been to. My biggest gripe is the dessert drink (shikeh). It's included in the unlimited menu and is one of my favorite things there, but they cut you off after 2 orders even though it doesn't say anywhere that there's a limit. Strange how they'll let me have as much steak as I want, but not a 3rd tiny cup of rice punch. read more

Bon KBBQ - Grill at the table, a few different proteins - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Weird and Unauthentic KBBQ Place - Apr 23 @12:30pm - sign in on blank printer paper and hope nobody writes their name above yours in queue - saw two groups get tables after speaking with the hostess without signing in or waiting - random pillar in the middle of the restaurant still has previous establishment's name on it - booths were old, cracked, and dirty - had to wipe down with napkins to get some food off - 3 different grill types at different tables and you just get lucky or unlucky with where they seat you: portable grill, portable grill + hotpot, built-in grill that most kbbq places have. - we weren't told there was hotpot option and I only figured out when I saw our neighbor had a hotpot - overhead vents not on - smoke goes everywhere and you will smell like kbbq alllll day - no sides, like kimchi or corn etc were served at the table like modt kbbq places - buffet was dirty and options were limited and unauthentic - there was a hibachi-style section, but the cooks were making Hispanic food instead??? I think it was tacos and chips and queso. I didn't look around to see what else. - buffet plates and bowls were dirty - had to search for ones clean enough to finish wiping with a napkin - ice cream station is self-serve buckets - some of it looked like somebody changed their mind while scooping and left the scoops there instead - meat options were limited and not flavorful; 3 options were also unavailable - meat cuts are low-quality; I think we buy better cuts from Hmart than these - I ordered the cheese corn when we first sat down, followed-up halfway through the meal, and still never received it - waitress never came back, so we had to go to the front and ask if we could pay there instead Only positive is the April promotion. It only cost us $16 (+tax) per person. We knew it was a low price, so we weren't expecting top-tier food or service, but this is probably the worst dine-in dx I do not recommend paying the full $30 dinner price for this experience if you love food. But if you're not a foodie, or if you just eat to eat rather than to enjoy, this can still be a good value since it's all you can eat. read more

Bon KBBQ - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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1st of all, Horrible it does not take 45+ minutes to serve drinks. Food crappy and low quality. It was a Nice chill place but very dirty restroom was gross don't go! read more

If it wasn't for the $20 AYCE lunch (and REALLY enjoyable LA Kalbi), I wouldn't come back.... That being said, they do and I like to hit this place at least once a month. Service is good except for that one annoying server that keeps going "ENJOY ENJOY!" Wife won't let me say anything mean to/about him. There is better food out there but for $20 AYCE?!? That's a pretty good deal! Looking forward to next month. read more

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One of the better AYCE KBBQ spots in Houston. Quality meat selection at a good price make for a great value. The dinning area is very large so we've never had trouble seating and we've never felt rushed like some other places. They have a button you can push and a waitstaff will quickly come to take your order for more meat. While there are a lot of options you can self-serve like the bulgogi and spicy pork, the better options are ordered. The beef tongue is my favorite. Beef belly, pork belly, pork cheeks, galbi and beef brisket are all good too. One lesser known option is the pineapple galbi, it's a relatively large cut of meat and the pineapple is great grilled. We like to order the pineapple separately as first dessert before the ice cream. read more

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This restaurant is now under new management, so we decided to give it a try for Korean cuisine. When we arrived around 6 pm, there were only about 4-5 tables occupied. They had specials advertised, but the Chinese/Korean side buffet was very disappointing. The trays were not being refilled, and the food that was out looked like it had been sitting for hours--not fresh at all. We asked about the Korean BBQ, and while they did provide us with a menu, the experience was underwhelming. The grill heating elements were very slow, so it took a long time to cook the meat, which made the whole dining experience frustrating and not enjoyable. For the price, it's just not worth it. I would rather go to another Korean restaurant that serves fresh, high-quality food and provides a better BBQ experience. read more

my favorite korean bbq place with one of the lower prices compared to other k bbq places. they also have an option to add hotpot for no extra charge! i especially love the marinated meat flavor they have in the self serve aisle. the spicy bulgogi is my personal favorite. i also love ordering just pineapple to grill and eat! they have several options that aren't just raw meat which are also good such as tteokbooki, japache (clear glass noodles), wings, fried rice and more. they also have a wide selection of sides like pickled vegetables. they have a sauce station to make your own sauce! they have limited dessert options with only have a few flavors of ice cream. you also get a rice flavored drink at the end of your meal! service is always friendly! read more

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AYCE Korean BBQ? Bon KBBQ has just that! They're actually a buffet, which I haven't seen before for the AYCE concept! You go in and there's lots of already cooked offerings like kimchi fried rice and already cooked meats! There's also a buffet table with raw items you can cook on the grill at your table - meat sitting out like this was a bit weird to me, but there is ice beneath the raw stuff! You can also order meats to be brought out to you, which I don't see why they don't just do this?! The grill didn't get very hot, seemed like a gas grill vs charcoal.. the food was alright, not very high quality meat, but the fiancé and kiddo loves the marinated kalbi and they give you pretty good portions of it per order. Lots of options.. service was good, they don't bother you too much and make sure they get you want you need, even when they're starting to close shop.. there's a bar just full of sauces as well for your meats! Ambiance is casual. Expect to walk out of there smelling like meat though cause I don't think the ventilation was very good at each of the tables. read more

Bon KBBQ - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The place needs some renovation, especially the grill, which looks very old and it was really hard to grill on. The food on the bar was cold, which didn't make the food taste any better and the meat had more fat than actual meat. Overall, the food quality was the deal breaker for me read more

Came here during lunch hours. Had a great experience! Food was delicious and their meat tasted very fresh. Our server was so nice and very attentive. I really love how they give you their ginger punch at the end of the meal, but they also have it on the menu so you could always order some during your meal if you prefer. Overall, we had a great experience and can't wait to come back! read more

Best bang for the buck korean bbq. Its all you can eat for $20. Everything is nice and fresh. The kimchi could use a little more kick to it, but all in all its good. They have a variety of meats and seafood to grill at your table and also already cooked meats. The banchan bar is good with a variety of sides. Well worth the trip. Paid $50 for 2 meals and tip. We drank water. read more

Bon KBBQ - Assorted banchan and grilling Beef Bulgogi and Spicy Pork Bulgogi. Egg toll anf Japchae (Glass Noodle) - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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For the price point it's pretty good. Dinner is $29.99 for kbbq and hot pot. If you want hot pot, they bring out the burner/pot to your table. There were 3 or 4 broth options. I had the spicy tofu one and it wasn't super flavorful. Only ate a little bit and then asked the waiter to take it away. There are a lot of meats in the buffet line and many premium meats you can order (all included). Meat quality was normal for kbbq. There are also a lot of cooked dishes like kimchi fried rice, different stir frys and breaded chicken dishes. The kimchi fried rice wasn't great. The chicken dishes were ok. There are also soups. So the buffet is pretty extensive. So many sauces for dipping as well. The place has tvs and lots of cool lighting. Service was good. No issues there. Overall, it was ok. I'd go back and try some different meats. We don't get to try a variety of meats because the portions of meat you order with the waiter are huge. So beware of this. Maybe even ask for half portions. read more

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Food and service were both great. Would go back again but I would have to go on a diet first.

I have been here when it was Jin Korean BBQ many years ago. Just recently, I noticed name changed to Bon KBBQ. According employee, it was just a name change. No wonder most reviews still carry the old name. Either way, same style and same affordable priced buffet meal. I came here today was because I didn't want to fight traffic to eat spicy food at the other side of town. One thing I like about Bon KBBQ is the parking and location. All you can eat doesn't attract me. I would rather limit myself to 35 minutes or I'll be full like a potbelly pig. Two things I don't like about this restaurant are the ventilation and thickness of cuts. My shirt stunk like I worked in the kitchen cooking for hours. I normally like to cook my own food at the table. But this time, I worried about eating half cooked pork and chicken. Because I overcooked my meats, they were tough. Yikes. But, I do like the prepared food section. Bulgogi beef and kimchi fried rice were my favorite. I would go back to eat just those and skip raw meat section. read more

Bon KBBQ - I've been thinking about ice cream all day - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is a no frills AYCE place that has tried to tweak the menu but not many people know about the positive changes. What stood out to me was the LA Kalbi was included in the lunch menu as well as hot pot. The service is friendly and attentive since it was never busy the last few times we visited. read more

Ok, this all you can eat (AYCE) Korean BBQ establishment is so unique from any other place I've been to. They have a plethora of items in a buffet style area that you can take as well as a few other meats that you can order. The buffet area allows you to get your dipping sauces, banchan, side dishes, and several raw and prepared meats. This is great as you can try small amounts of many things. Then, when you get to your table you can order more meats such as brisket, pork belly, beef belly, and LA galbi. To signal the staff to assist you, simply turn on your light at your table. Speaking of staff, I've never had better staff being so attentive and friendly. The main host personally took us around the buffet area to show us how it worked and what the layout was like. Servers at our table kept our drinks topped off and the meats coming. Now the food itself was incredible. For the price of $28 per person for dinner, it's a great value. The beef brisket and belly is so soft and juicy and fatty. The LA galbi is an absolute must if you want some of the tastiest meat out there. And all the bulgogi at the buffet area is excellent. I love how dude dishes are prepared and available for you to take such as soups, different fried rices, prepared bulgogi, and at least several dozen sauce options. It's a winter wonderland for Korean bbq lovers. All in all, this is the spot to go to if you are wanting to have one of the best AYCE KBBQ experiences you may ever have. read more

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The food here is good and it's buffet style with premium items you can order from the menu which is included with the meal. The price is very reasonable. The service was the best I had at any buffet place I've been to. Very attentive. Only thing is they need better dessert options. read more

Bon KBBQ - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

The flavor of food was very bland. They had a ton of choices but the flavor was missing. The quality of meat was subpar. I wish it was good I really tried. But it's not good. read more

I hadn't been back to Jin in over a year, so I decided stop by for dinner on a week day last week. They have a new name now, but the interior decorations still have the Jin name, and everything was pretty much the same as before. There were a few new items on section buffet (both cooked and raw) from the last time I was here. Overall, it was decent. For the price and availability , I would say it's only worth it to go during lunch, but I wouldn't mind stopping by if I couldn't decide on anywhere else to eat read more

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3.5 stars. Unobjectionable but unexceptional AYCE KBBQ. $19.99 is a good value for lunch if you like KBBQ. Good service (they replaced our grill plate with a clean one mid meal), large space with clever lighting. Side dishes (and cheaper cuts of meat) are on a buffet stand to serve yourself. Skip the low quality ice cream. read more

This is my first time here. Service staff was very kind to explain how the buffet works. Food is divided into sections of cooked food, raw marinated meats, and salad bar. They have soups, pumpkin porridge, white rice, and ice cream too. Food is mainly self-service but they have other thin sliced meats which can be ordered from the menu. They also have alcohols if you like. The meat quality was so-so. The marinated beef bulgogi especially, reminded me of the one I could get from Costco. The cooked food reminded me of food I could get from Costco or food that came out of big cans or containers. For the buffet price, I would say it was worth it. I ordered the lychee soju cocktail thinking that it would just be in a small glass. I was shocked to be served a carafe. The soju cocktail tasted more of soda than soju, and not much lychee taste. Restaurant could lower down the volume of the background music more so that I didn't have to keep shouting to my friend who was just sitting opposite me. However, the service staff was very attentive. Changing of grills was prompt, and service staff was always around to help. Thumbs up. read more

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I love the variety of this Korean bbq spot. My favorites are the bulgogi and beef belly. I really enjoyed the various sides and other options in the buffet section. Definitely get some samjang and salt with sesame oil to dip your meats in. The kimchi radish and potato salad are really tasty. I also liked the japchae, bean sprouts, and of course a big bowl of rice with my meat. You'll definitely have the meat sweats after this meal. The restaurant is large with plenty of tables and booths. The service is good and the regularly switch out the grills for you. Can't wait to come again. read more

Bon KBBQ - Kimchi Potato Salad Mixed Vegetables Seasoned Beansprouts Spicy Radish (Kakkdugi) - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I came here for my friend's birthday. Sides like seafood salad weren't great but their LA Galbi was good! The other meats like the bulgogi were decent but nothing special. I came on the weekend where the AYCE is ~$30 which was overpriced personally but weekday AYCE lunch is $18 which I think is definitely worth for unlimited LA Galbi. They have free ice cream and a little free drink when you pay for the bill. They definitely made the birthday girl feel special (although they didn't communicate with our waiter to bring out the cake when paying the bill) - they bring light up sticks for you to hold and wave while we all sing happy birthday and take a complimentary picture of the group and print it out for you. Overall, definitely a place I'd recommend for a birthday meal. read more

I came here last week with my mom & grandmother and I just had to leave a review! Not sure why this place only has 3 1/2 stars, I had a lovely time eating here. Our host was very knowledgeable and explained the concept of the restaurant to all of us. I love the idea of buffet KBBQ, I wish there was one like this here where I live. Also while we were eating, one staff member noticed our cuts of meat were fatty & gave us new ones, which I thought was so kind. I wish I lived in Houston, I'd definitely be a regular here if I could! read more

Bon KBBQ - Beef Bulgogi W/ Vegetables - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I had my birthday here. They accommodated my large party which took about half the restaurant. It was great, and Kai was always helpful.

Three and a half stars? Seriously? I guess you can't please everybody, but I, for one, had my expectations met when the four of us -- my mom, my aunt and my younger brother were with me -- dined here for lunch earlier today. I've had Korean BBQ plenty of times, but this was the first time in which I got to choose my meats instead of someone bringing them to me. Jin has a buffet style setup with stations for said meats, banchan and some Koreanized (huh, is that even a word?) side dishes. It's a pretty nifty concept. The bulgogi beef is the top must-have among what's presented to the diners. It's tender, cooks easy and rich in flavor. I could help myself to plate after plate after plate of the stuff until -- and no pun intended -- the cows come home. I should remember that next time I return here or go elsewhere. The kimchi gets high marks from me as well. And there was a lot to go around. It possessed a strong kick, but didn't set my mouth on fire, which is a good thing. Korean tradition dictates that you're supposed to place your meat in lettuce and eat it like a wrap yet I paired the bulgogi with the kimchi for an even better taste. Our meal was capped by a complimentary dessert that I failed to get the name of. It was delicious nonetheless. Jin for the win! read more

Bon KBBQ - Twenty-five a person gets you into carnivore heaven. - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have been to Jin in Dallas which was several years ago but when I heard Jin was opening in Houston, I never made an attempt to go because I heard that there was always a long wait time. However I'm glad now that I've been able to go to a few times in the last 2 months. The first time we came in, we were greeted by a gentleman whom seemed like the manager on shift and he seated us quickly in a booth for 2. He explained that it was all you can eat and could go get plates of meat but there were items that we could also order from our waiter. My boyfriend went first to the buffet tables to get some sides and a variety of meat. A waiter had come by to ask for our drinks prior to him going to the buffet tables and then they came by with a can of oil and brush to oil our grill before we put the meat on. We took turns getting a variety of sides, rice, marinated meats and pre-cooked foods like kimchi rice and others. There was really so many types of meats to pick from I didn't get to try everything because I was so full but next time I'll cut back on the rice! There was also all you can eat ice cream which is self service in a cooler and you can pick from strawberry, chocolate and vanilla! I asked my boyfriend to get me a scoop of each flavor in a small cup and it was a great way to end the meal! When we asked for the bill, the waiter brought us the check and 2 cups of a drink to cleanse our palettes which was really nice and refreshing! It's great for large groups or small groups for AYCE and it's really fairly priced, not as expensive as other Korean BBQ places that are in Houston! I can definitely appreciate Jin more now as I've had a better experience going recently! Will definitely be coming back again when I want Korean BBQ! read more

Houston has a decent size Korean community. I know this because it has enough to support 3 Korean super markets. As a result they have a decent selection of Korean restaurants. And I love how the bbq restaurants all have a different theme and feel. Jin Korean BBQ is the fourth Korean BBQ place I have tried since moving to Houston. As you can see from the photos, this place is kind of trendy and modern. They have bbq grills at each table. You go up to the "buffet" to get whatever uncooked meats you want and then you grill them yourself. They also have a menu where you can order items they cook for you such as chicken wings. I love that they had LA Garbi too!! I liked how this place also had a huge assortment of side dishes, noodles, rice, veggies, soups, etc. Yes, I had kimchi and it was good. Hahah. The only challenge is making sure we had enough room at our table for 4 people and all their plates. The servers came around regularly to pick up old plates and to check on us. I visited with my boss and two customers over lunch so we didn't hang out long. I would definitely come back, but want to bring my friends or family next time! read more

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Food: Love the food and how is setup with the combination of AYCE and Buffet style. Buffet have plenty of both BBQ Meat and stir fry, vegetables, rice, noodles, Kimchi, and dessert. AYCE menu have premium meat and fast service. They came to you and ask instead you fight to find waiter or waitress to get you food. This is the MOST I like this place compared to order. Oh, i know it BBQ place but try their Korean Wings. So juice and delicious. Service: already mentioned above. This time, we have the best waitress. She so adorable, helpful, and friendly. She took group and Birthday pictures without us asking. Best of all, there is no time limit for this place. So, we have time to enjoy and have fun after we ate. Don't worries to get kick out. They also not limited how cards you want to use to pay for our dinner. Some places limited to 3-5. Restaurant: clean, plenty of spaces, and most important, it do not smell too much of bbq smokes. Overall, the whole gang enjoy our Birthday party here. Your next, recommended. read more

Bon KBBQ - Birthday card make from restaurant - Korean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We are here for the first time last Saturday. Staff was super friendly and offered their suggestions. The food was delicious. The buffet had raw meat for you to cook at your table as well as already prepared meat. Lots to choose from both proteins and vegetables. read more

Food was not bad, but I had better. I have yet to find a favorite kbbq place in houston. Cost is 25.99 a person for dinner (all you can eat). Staff was friendly, however not super attentive. They play kpop music here and the decor looks great. read more

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This is a different set up from a Korean bbq place that I'm use too. They have meads, sides, soups all set up buffet style and raw. You go with your plate and bring the meat to your table. The specialty meats you do have to order with the waiter. But other than that everything is good read more