Chadol Korean BBQ was such a fun pick for our monthly dinner series! My friends and I had a great time and honestly left fullllll. For $45 per person, the all-you-can-eat experience feels like a really solid deal considering how many protein options and side dishes you get. They start you off with a variety of banchan (side dishes), including a salad with this super tasty dressing that had the perfect little spicy kick. For the BBQ, we kicked things off with the spicy bulgogi and butter garlic shrimp, while the others tried the pork belly (I don't eat pork). Later we ordered the steak, spicy brisket, and grilled squid, which were all delicious. The spicy brisket especially was a standout for me. The guys also ordered two rounds of fried dumplings that looked amazing, but since they contain pork, I had to sit those out. I'd love to see Chadol add a veggie dumpling option to the menu! As for the sides, the kimchi and cold glass noodles were both hits at our table, and of course we all added white rice. The "mashed potatoes" though? Definitely more like potato salad and unfortunately very bland. On the other hand, the cheese corn costs extra but is 1000% worth adding. For drinks, the guys enjoyed the Woody Old Fashioned while I had a mezcal margarita-style cocktail that was smoky and refreshing. We also ordered one of the chicken options but never received it and eventually just gave up on it. One of the coolest parts of the experience is the ordering system. Most meats are ordered directly from a machine at your table, and the food comes out quickly on this conveyor belt-style setup which was honestly so fun. Drinks and side dishes are ordered through the servers. The atmosphere was lively and energetic without feeling overwhelming. The restaurant is actually much larger inside than I expected, with a modern setup that works well for smaller groups. That said, I didn't really notice tables for larger parties, so I'm not sure how they accommodate groups bigger than 6 people. Service started off a little rough because our server wasn't very attentive, but after I called it out, he definitely stepped it up and things improved. Overall, Chadol was a really good experience and absolutely worth the price. The 1.5-hour seating limit makes sense too, both to keep things moving and give others a chance to enjoy the experience. I'd definitely go back! read more

I ate here around a year ago and reviewed them on google. The food is not good, service is slow, for some reason you can't order certain things with the tablet, and it's really easy to miss the little automated train thing that brings out your food. This place has negative reviews deleted on Google. Spend your money elsewhere, there's better Korean food in DC. read more

My friends and I got the all you can eat option. Everything was delicious. Ambiance is great. You can only seat four to a table. We had a party of eight, but we were able to be seated in the same section with a conveyor belt in between us that delivered the food items to cook. We had a great experience. Everything was delicious. read more

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After sharing my concerns with the owner following my last visit, I decided to give Chadol another chance and I'm so glad I did. This experience was a complete 180. Our waiter, Jose, was incredibly attentive and genuinely welcoming. He took the time to talk with us about the quality of the meat and the owners' commitment to creating an authentic Korean BBQ experience, which truly made the visit feel special. The meats and side dishes we ordered came out incredibly fast. Overall everything was awesome from the ambiance to the food, to the service! I definitely would go back again for sure. Side note, be sure to park in the specific garage parking to the restaurant in order to receive the free 120 minute parking. read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - Spicy top blade steak inside dishes - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

BEST AYCE KBBQ IN DC!!! S/O to Dillion being a great server and Brady for showing Love! 15/10

We ordered rice and ramen along with a mix of meats, and everything was delicious! The steak was well-seasoned, the jowl was moist, and the bulgogi had great flavor. You could tell the shrimp was fresh not frozen and the curry pork belly was definitely the star of the show. The place itself was super cute, and I loved that the food came out on little conveyor belts it made the whole experience fun and unique. Our waitress, Violet, was so sweet and attentive, checking in just the right amount without hovering. Our favorite KBBQ spot recently closed, but this might be our new replacement. Great food, great service, cute atmosphere, and well-priced. Highly recommend! read more

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This place is a gem! I finally was able to try this place with my friend who raves about it and I can honestly see why. The meats were so good and flavorful. The servers were very tentative and made it easy to cook and offered to cut up the meat for us. I thought the restaurant was nicely decorated. It was in Harry Potter themed -- I'm sure because Halloween is upon us. read more

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Was first introduced to this location at a Yelp event last year! Wouldn't have known this was here! Recently had a great experience at the bar. We weren't hungry enough to do the all you can eat but ordered a few items a la carte instead. Service by Taylor was excellent! She was personable and made excellent recommendations. I loved the spicy chicken fries and the bulogi nachos. They have happy hour! I'll be visiting again. read more

What a great experience. I love Korean BBQ so this was right up my alley. We ordered all you could eat which consisted of chicken, beef, steak, and fish. Also, sides such as potato's salad, salad, corn and kimchi. I ordered a smokey mezcal which was delicious. The food was so flavorful and it was easy to cook. Our waitress was very friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. She was very attentive and made sure that we did not want for anything. The service was impeccable. The ambiance was nice. Very aesthetically pleasing. I love 100% recommend this restaurant and I will be back soon. read more

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Such an amazing addition to the neighborhood and adding a much needed Korean BBQ spot to DC! Chadol is conveniently located close to the Rhode Island metro and right next to the Alamo Drafthouse movie theater, Kraken roller skating and pickleball, MetroBar, and the Bryant St Market giving you a wealth of options for before and after BBQ. Service was fantastic with staff being extremely welcoming, accommodating, providing great recommendations, and helping with cutting meat as needed. At $45 for all you can eat - the price cannot be beat (and kid friendly prices and menu also helps). They have a great selection of meats and opportunities to go premium (although the base had great options). We highly recommend the pork belly (of varying flavors), spicy brisket, and bulgolgi. With the burner right in the center of the table, a conveyor belt delivering the meat to your table, and a digital menu where you could order directly to your table - there was both novelty and convenience built into the experience. Chadol gave off a lounge vibe - dimly lit with light pop music, booths, and while busy, it did not impact service or the intimate atmosphere. They also have great cocktail and mocktail offerings. There are a lot of times when I go to a restaurant and am surprised by how expensive the final bill was relative to the value and Chadol was one of their rare experiences where I felt that we left with a great overall experience and could have easily spent more. We will move this into our rotation and look forward to our next visit! read more

best kbbq i ever had.. highly recommended 10/10 food quality and didnt even have to change the grill not once great service n equipment

We came here on a random week night and were surprised by the turnout. The restaurant is a lot bigger than it looks outside and provides a mellow vibe. Coming in, we were just expecting a regular KBBQ experience but were pleasantly surprised. First off, the restaurant runs on a conveyer belt system. You order your meats on a tablet and within a relatively short amount of time, the food comes out. We tried several of the cuts of meats but loved the spicy bulgogi and brisket the most. They also offer chicken options which are cooked in the kitchen and brought to you. The ramen was a 10/10, even if it's premade. Chadol is probably the best KBBQ spot in the DC area and looking forward to coming back. read more

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Living in SO Cal, LA. This place was amazing during my travels. I would remember this place for everyone. The services, the food, the ambiance was incredible. Me and my wife loved this place. read more

I've been craving Korean barbecue so when my friend was here to visit, finding a new spot to try was top of our to-do list. We were super impressed by the air filter system and conveyor belt both of which made for a great dining experience - no grill smoke to contend with and the meat came out fast! Unfortunately, (except for the plain meat) we weren't a fan of any of the flavors here. The Bulgogi was incredibly sweet so we didn't order it again, and the corn and potato salad banchan were also weirdly sweet. We didn't like any of the 3 sauces they offered for dipping either - they didn't have the traditional options like sesame oil but instead had this neon pink watery mayo? It was weird. The plain cuts of meat (brisket, jowl, top steak, etc) were great as was the kimchi but overall it's too limited to justify $42/person. read more

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Clean restaurant with great ventilation. It doesn't smell at all! Don't fill up on the cheap Shin ramen and rice! The quality of meat is mid. I recommend only getting the brisket and steak. The radish and corn was also yummy. The pork belly was not good. It's very affordable at $52 a person for all you can eat. The drinks were very good! read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - Brisket - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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One of my top/coolest Korean bbq spots. Service was good as well as food. Might I add they comp your parking!!! Ambiance could've been a bit more elevated, but the food made up for it . read more

The Big Spoon missed the Yelp event hosted at Chadol so I had to run it back with him, our rule, if we haven't been together we haven't been at all. Free parking - so don't pay! Upon entrance you'll register your parking at the kiosk. - This is a perk! We came on a Thursday evening and although the place was half full and plenty of tables were open, we were told there would be a 20-30 minute wait due to not having enough servers. This seems to be a common occurrence here. We like to enjoy the bar before our meal so no issue there. We grabbed a drink and waited. The wait time didn't seem long before we were seated. Ambiance is causal, dim lighting but not fine dining. This is more of a causal dinner experience. Ladies, you can be cute but leave your dresses at home. I learned that you can cook your own food or ask your waiter to cook for you. Conveyer belt is a cool concept! Drink prices are high, but the meal price is great! Let's Get Into It! An all you can eat menu? Oh yeah I'm in! Ramen - MY Fave! Garlic Shrimp - Delicious Butter Shrimp - Good but Garlic was better. Brisket - Good Bulgogi - YUMMY Seasoned Top Blade Steak - My Favorite Cucumber Watermelon Spritzer - Good but had to add some grenadine to make it taste better. Everything was great! Would definitely come again. ******Would definitely be a 4 star for me once they get their staffing in order. ****** read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - Cooking with my Dinner Date! - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Made reservations for dinner after an early movie at the Alamo Drafthouse next door. We were seated promptly and given instructions on how to order, etc. Paul, and all the other staff, were helpful and friendly any time we had a question or concern. We didn't try and chicken dishes, but everything from the salad and sides, to the pork and beef were well seasoned and fresh. Drinks were okay, nothing amazing, and the shrimp are peel-and-eat, so you're going to get messy with all the garlic butter they've been cooking in. All said, lovely dinner and experience! read more

Good Folks there is a Korean BBQ spot in D.C. that's a must try!! Fresh high quality proteins, excellent service, & your food comes out on a conveyor belt!! This was a whole experience for me!! . Where I am: @chadolkoreanbbq . Location Reviewed: 630 Rhode Island Ave N.E. Unit 2b Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: *I got their All You Can Eat deal for $42.72-includes salad-DELICIOUS, mashed potatoes-DELICIOUS, chilled corn salad-DELICIOUS, pickled radishes, kimchi-STAMP, & veggies-STAMP* STAMP!! Their Spicy Brisket (Thinly sliced spiced up brisket). This cooks fast, meaty, & it definitely had kick to it!! STAMP!! Their Spicy Bulgogi (spiced up bulgogi beef). A higher quality beef, with a higher quality hot kick to it!! Tasty!! STAMP! Their Spicy Chicken (hot chili spiced fried chicken chunks). Again, hot spicy, crispy, & tasty!! STAMP!! Their Spicy Shrimp (head on, shell on large shrimp, boiled with garlic sauce, then seared). Fresh shrimp, spicy, & garlicky!! STAMP!! Their Class Cumquat Mocktail ($14 with soju, orange juice, & mint). Refreshing, & fresh!! GET THIS!! STAMP!! Their Ramen ($6.36 with veggies, & a spicy broth). REAL ramen here!! Tasty!! STAMP!! Their Spicy Chicken Nachos ($14.54 with aioli, pins, & spicy chicken). These tortilla chips stayed crunchy!! Very well done!! STAMP!! Their Corn Cheese ($9.09 a sweet corn with a blend of cheeses). This is the BEST corn cheese I've ever had!! STAMP!! Their Sauces (a chipotle aioli, teriyaki, & a soybean sauce). They all were tasty, that soybean was my fav, it was spicy!! . Customer Service: On Point . Parking: DECENT! They have an inexpensive garage. . Accessibility: Wheelchair friendly, & differently abled persons accessible. . The Inside: Classy, dark, & intimate. . Recommendations: Get the all you can eat, non spicy options available!! 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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Great service but menu options are very limited. Also, it's weird that most items you can order by tablet but some items like chicken or rice you have to order by server. 4 stars only because service was great. read more

Hands down my favorite Korean BBQ spot in DC! I love the conveyor belt system, it makes picking dishes fun and super convenient. The self-order kiosks are a game-changer, letting you customize your order exactly how you like it. The brisket is phenomenal, perfectly tender and full of flavor every single time. Everything else is consistently fresh and delicious, and the overall vibe is cute and welcoming, making it a great spot for a casual meal or a fun night out. If you're looking for a mix of quality, convenience, and fun, this place hits it out of the park! There is free 2 hour parking as well as they validate. read more

No issues getting table. The staff is friendly and the food is tasty. Not too many KBBQ places have shrimp that's not an up charge, so for the great price point, you can eat your heart out. Foods we enjoyed; garlic shrimp, spicy shrimp, seasoned pork, ramen and chicken. The dumplings were way too crispy for our liking and the sides were kimchi, white rice, potato salad, pickled radish, salad, corn salad. Just like most AYCE restaurants, you can't take the food home and don't order in access or they'll charge you. They do offer drinks that can be either a cocktail or mocktail too. read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - Beef brisket and pork pictured with various sides. - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Wow! Sooo delicious and beautifully decorated. This Chadol location is spacious and designed to feel like you're outdoors and I really loved the modern yet historical feel of it. Really added to the Korean bbq experience, literally. For all you can eat it was priced well as the cuts are tender and high quality. Plus there's this electric robot belt thing they use for your orders to come super quick and directly to your table for most items as if the servers aren't nice enough. I loved it and would def return ! It's a must try for experience and food! read more

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I'm extremely disappointed with the experience on a Friday night. We went at 7:50 PM and was told it was a 1.5-2 hour wait. We waited until 10:30 PM and did not get seated or a realistic time of when we might, just that they hoped people in front of us wouldn't come. We went to other places for drinks while waiting and kept checking in w the host to see how long it might be. It was clear there were no guidelines or organization, like telling people when the waitlist is cut off because they can't seat people anymore for the full 90 minutes AYCE before their closing time at 11 PM. Despite 8-10+ open tables, there was zero communication about realistic wait times, cancellations, or a clear cut-off for accepting guests. I understand things happen, but it is a Friday night and you know you're gonna be busy. Just tell people they can't join the waitlist anymore??? With no Yelp waitlist, no reservations, and no compensation for a two-hour wait, they ruined what should have been a special night for many. Your lack of organization, proper hospitality, and customer care made it clear this isn't a place for celebrations or regular dining. There was no apology or any kind of graciousness for the hordes of people waiting at front. read more

So glad AYCE KBBQ of his caliber has finally arrived to DC! First impression walking is was, "whoa this place is fancy!" My friends and I went to pickleball next door and afterward we were craving kbbq. We went during non-peak hours, so we were able to just walk in. The service was great off the bat, super friendly and they explained how everything worked. You can order the meat on the iPad screen and it comes out on a conveyer belt pretty quickly. I really loved the brisket and steak the best, the meat was very high quality. There are fun options you can try like curried meat and garlic shrimp. My friend also ordered a kimchi fried rice that was delicious as well. They didn't have your traditional sauces; I usually prefer sesame oil but you can ask for it. They had once sauce that was oddly colored but it's a mix of gochuchang and mayo and it was pretty goood. You get a lot of bang for your buck and I will definitely return when the next kbbq craving hits! read more

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What a RELIEF that Chadol has brought legit kbbq to DC proper! The meat was high quality and the meat came quickly after it was ordered. I came on a Monday and was surprised at how busy it was! Our server told us things started blowing up over the weekend. After a couple other kbbq places opened in DC, I wasn't getting my hopes up that this one was going to be any good. I was pleasantly surprised to have been proven wrong! As soon as I walked in, I liked the contemporary aesthetic, but could also tell they weren't trying to win people over with an Instagrammable location. There's only an all you can eat option here, but unlike other AYCE places, the meat quality here was excellent. We loved all the meat choices were got from pork belly, beef brisket, pork jowl, pork shoulder, and steak. You order the meat on a tablet and it comes out fairly promptly on a simple conveyor belt--I love efficiency! We also got the corn-cheese, which was a tasty starter. There were 5 banchan options that were unlimited! Don't be shy to ask for refills, we must have gotten at least 6 kimchi plates and 5 potato salad, both of which were delish! The other options were picked daikon rounds, pickled chayote and corn salad. They also serve a salad, and we requested refills without salad dressing to enjoy with our meat--they don't offer salad wraps here. The sauces were the weakest point. There's a sweet soy, fermented soy curd, and mayo sauce. If you want sesame oil, ask them and they have salt at the table--sesame oil and salt will always be my best options! The soy curd was prepared, so it tasted different than I'm used to. Had a lovely time over meat and soju. So glad to welcome this to the neighborhood and can't wait to come back for another meal! read more

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We discovered Chadol during a business trip to Washington, D.C., while staying just outside the city--and what a fantastic surprise it turned out to be! The location has a modern, vibrant feel that immediately stands out. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the interactive tablet ordering system made the experience both easy and fun. A unique highlight was the mechanical train/boat that delivers the meat--such a creative and memorable touch! Our waiter was very attentive and took the time to guide us through the process, making sure we felt comfortable and got the most out of the experience. Overall, Chadol is a standout spot for Korean barbecue--great food, great service, and a fun, modern atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone in the D.C. area! read more

First time trying Chadol! I would say it was a tasty and filling experience! The food comes very quickly and I highly recommend the spicy brisket Shout out OG read more

This place is so overrated. The only two good things are the meat quality and the conveyor belt. The dipping sauces are horrible. The side dishes like potato salad and corn were so sweet. Bulgogi was also too sweet. The worst thing is the server used a napkin to clean the grill. The napkin fell apart and stuck on the grill. It's so not clean and really not appetizing. Very disappointing because I was looking forward to this meal. read more

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Really wanted to like this new spot in the neighborhood but was disappointed with the food and prices. Pros: spacious, near the metro, and the conveyor belt system and tablet ordering is neat and different. Cons: it's AYCE only and the options are very limited, especially if you don't eat pork. The cuts of meat were underwhelming and some items took too long to cook. The shrimp in particular took almost our whole meal to cook. The season top blade steak was a huge miss- it was extremely salted and the cut was super thick and unpleasant overall to eat. We left most of it behind. If you really are craving KBBQ or want to take visitors to a nearby restaurant (seems good for groups), it's fine. But otherwise Gogi Yogi is far better, but honestly it's worth the trip to Annandale for kbbq!! read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is fantastic and very clean. The service is impeccable people are asking if you need anything every few minutes. We picked the all you can eat option and our favorites were : 1. Spicy bulgogi 2. Spicy Top Blade steak 3. Spicy brisket The ramen and dumplings were great as well read more

Best BBQ place ever, their conveyor belt is amazing... their meat is super high quality, and service is always on point.. read more

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heads up that this location is AYCE only!! $42 for sunday lunch. you order your meats on the tablet and they came via conveyer belt which was fun. banchans were okay, but did not enjoy the sauces. service took a while but our server tried their best to be attentive. glad there's finally a good kbbq spot in the city. read more

Chadol Korean BBQ - brisket - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'm late to the Korean BBQ party, but I'm here now..LOL! My girl took it upon herself to "hip me to some game" and planned date night at Chadol Korean BBQ restaurant. Located next to Alamo Movie Theatre in Northeast, DC, Chadol is contemporary and kinda sexy if I might say, with the low lighting and a slick decor. Chadol is pretty big and was half full, however, we were told there was a 15-20min wait to be seated, so off to the bar we go. Here is where Chadol got their point reduction. I fancy myself as a logical thinker and some may say I think way more black and white than gray, if you know what I mean :) All you can eat per person is $42 although the website shows $39.. fix that. The drink prices are a bit much, $17 and up, which is a little high given you can eat all night for $42.. hmmm! After 25min, we were seated and I can best describe our table as your personal hibachi station. You order your proteins from a kiosk and it's delivered to you by conveyer belt. I was thoroughly impressed, since I'm a self proclaimed gadget guy! Our steak, prawns, bulgogi and brisket were super fresh and seasoned to perfection. The Top Blade steak was hands down our favorite.. freaking delicious. The Bulgogi and Prawns were GOOOD but the brisket was a tad disappointing and wasn't what I expected. I filled up on the proteins and didn't eat any of the side dishes. My girl loved her ramen and salad, which were included in the price. Chadol Korean BBQ is a change of pace from your regular dining experience, given you're cooking your own meal on your personal grill. It made dining a fun experience and I can't wait to come back and also check out other Korean BBQ spots in the area to see if they're just as good! read more

My wife and I have been several times now, each time has been great! Service is great, meats are high quality. Always feels like a great value! Will definitely keep coming. read more

One of our fav Korean bbq spots. We love the atmosphere and the fact the food is mostly self order via tablet and comes to you on a conveyer belt. The waiter/waitress will also offer to assist with some of the cooking as well which is cool. Been 2x so far. First time had a 15 min wait on a Wednesday night but on a Saturday night it was a little over an hour. Highly reccomend! read more

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How fun is this place??? I was in town from Philly and my friend and I scoped Chadol out for Kbbq. Had never heard of it before but was in a really fun up and coming area near the Rhode Island metro station. The restauant was huge inside and had a nice bar when you first walked in. We liked that the AYCE options weren't set to specific menus like other Kbbq places you go to. We got to try so many different items, and the conveyor belt delivery of meats was super fun too! Definitely reasonably priced for AYCE and the drink list was very fun too! Our server was great, everyone we interacted with there was fantastic! Great spot for your Kbbq fit within DC since there aren't too many within city limits! read more

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Came in to get a meal. They refused to serve me. It's Monday and I can't be seated??? Look at my pictures and you tell me if it's to full.

Honestly, I think this is my favorite Korean BBQ in DC now! Service is friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is really nice, and the quality of the meats is stellar. We had to wait about 30mins for a table, which was totally fine with us as you can wait at the bar! We had a great Soju flight and wonderful smoked Old Fashion while we waited. It's all you can eat BBQ for $42 a person. They also had a good selection of apps and sides! Our favorite sides were the Pork Kimchi Rice and the Ramen (SO good). For the meats, the Seasoned Too Blade Steak, Curry Pork Belly, and Spicy Butter Shrimp were some of our favs! All of the meats are delivered to your table by a conveyer vest which was SO fun and really added to the whole experience. I think it will be our new go to Korean BBQ spot, can't wait to go back already! read more

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Gear food the hostess was very polite and knowledgeable. The food delivery by automated trolley was fun.