[[HIGHLIGHT]]Dong Bang Grill offers a delightful dining experience that captures the essence of Korean barbecue while providing a warm and inviting room.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dong Bang Grill is a fantastic destination for anyone craving Korean barbecue and is sure to satisfy your cravings. read more

TLDR: DBG is one of the older North Jersey barbeque spots. Galbi is our favorite here. I've been to DBG many times and just again recently because it was POURING outside. If you know where it is, they have vale and it provides a good escape from the rain. Stick with the galbi, the banchan is a good selection and I particularly love the meat pancakes they gave wrapped in egg. Keep in mind that jjigae is not included even with multiple orders of meat, so you will need to order that a la carte. The marinade isn't too strong - so it's not particularly sweet. It's a bit more beefy when you bite into it and not quite as soft as some places but tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Kid-friendly with high chairs too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Some times you earn the 5 stars for amazing empathy and customer service. We held a memorial dinner for our recently deceased friend here. The food was great .... They helped cook it and brought out a smorgasbord of side dishes. When they knew it was a memorial dinner they went out of their way to ensure we were seated and that everyone was getting what they needed. Also ... the spicy duck was on point. Thank you ..... read more

Dong Bang Grill - All of us enjoying our food and conversations. Thank you. - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

We took our friends to Dong Bang Grill for a Korean BBQ experience. They loved it. Food was great - Haemool Pajun, Galbi, Galbi DB (marinated), Saeng Sam Gyup Sal, and grilled veggies. But my shout-out goes to the amazing server who not only expertly handled the BBQ but was also kind and considerate. She brought my friend a bib to protect her white shirt from getting stained! So thoughtful. Overall a wonderful dinner. BBQ is expensive, like at all other Korean restaurants. No surprise. Dong Bang Grill has been our go-to restaurant for traditional Korean food for decades, so I recommend that you give it a try. Valet parking. You do have to climb a flight of stairs. Unsure if they have ADA access from another part of the building. read more

Dong Bang Grill in Fort Lee, NJ. Authentic Korean BBQ with high quality cuts of beef and pork! The best part? @dongbanggrill serves sushi! The sushi was the perfect way to start off our Korean BBQ meal. It was super fresh and authentic! The Banchan was amazing and I loved the marinated beef and pork. Salmon lover roll Rainbow roll Alaska roll Dwaeji Galbi Jumuluk Galbi Yook Hwe Bibimbap read more

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Not a lot of place serves duck and this one does, and it tastes really good. The beef tongue is also tasty. I don't really like their jeon though. Cold noodle is delicious as well. read more

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Our family lives near Dong Bang Grill and we have been many times through our lives, but this is my first time reviewing it. They have valet parking, so parking is usually not an issue. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance of the restaurant is quite spacious and nice, pretty typical of a korean restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There is a flight of stairs you have to go up to the main restaurant. The food and service are both great in order for it to be a restaurant that has survived many years in Fort Lee, where there are so many asian restaurants. We got the glabi and pork belly and bulgolgi and all of them were delicious, truly a high quality korean bbq restaurant. There were plenty of side dishes to begin with as well, which is great. Overall we enjoyed out time at Dong Bang Grill and would recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable korean bbq place in Fort Lee! read more

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We had been recommended Dong Bang grill and I am glad we got the opportunity to try it. We went on a Tuesday night and when we arrived we were the only table there. The staff were really friendly and attentive. We ordered a couple of different meats and the server was good at cooking them one at a time and making us not feel rushed. They gave us a lot of different sides and refilled them often. Everything was really tasty with great marinades. We would definitely come here again to try their large dumpling soups. read more

Dong Bang Grill - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

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We go there every year with cousins on Christmas Eve, and every year it is consistently delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Food is wonderful, very efficient service, and lovely, slightly upscale atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The onsite parking is an extra perk. I keep reading about other Korean BBQ places in Ft. Lee, and they look good, but Dong Bang Grill is what we always seem to choose, and are always happy we did! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very traditional Korean food and quiet setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great service that understands a mature clientele. Maybe not for gen Z but this is great for anyone who wants authentic Korean including a great grilled mackerel. read more

Came here on Thanksgiving. It's valet parking only but then the valet parker left so that was odd. Staff were very nice and attentive and did all the cooking for us. The food was good but Fort Lee definitely has better Korean bbq places. My favorite part was all the banchan they give before the bbq! read more

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I have been to this restaurant for decades and prices have been up. Not very cheap but meats are good. Service is always very good and prompt. A lot of free appetizers will be coming to the table. They are ok, not top quality. The beef (top in the menu) at $56 is very very very good. But probably 10 small slices. Cold spicy noodle was very good and tasty. But again it is not cheap. For 2 people, minimum food (one top beef and 1 tongue) plus few dishes with tip =$200. read more

Came here to eat for a Mother's Day lunch Honestly the best KBBQ place I've been to in while. The quality and portions of the meat were so good My favorite was when you can taste the bbq fire on the meat ughhhhh. My tip for a Korean restaurant is to taste the side dishes if the side dishes are good and fresh it means the food ur about to eat is gonna be delicious. Service was amazing they cook ur bbq perfectly and give extra side dishes when asked. Although it's a kbbq restaurant the sushi rolls were out of this world not only fresh and tasty. They didn't skimp out on fillings for my spicy tuna rolls. Overall great place and you get greeted at the entrance by koi fishy's XD IM BRINING MY GF HERE read more

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This is our local "go to" for Korean BBQ. As a person who's traveled to Korea many times and is married to a Korean woman (born and raised), Dong Bang is absolutely authentic. Great service, great meats, traditional atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

Dong Bang Grill - BBQ being prepared - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

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This is one of my favorite KBBQ places in the area! The servers are quick and very attentive, and it was nice to have someone cook if for you rather than butchering the beautiful cuts of meat myself. The ambience is also nice, and I greatly appreciated the big vents that go right above the grill. The portions were on the smaller side, but they were all so delicious that it was worth it. As per most KBBQ restaurants, the assortment of banchan was lovely, and we were able to get refills on many of the dishes! The haemool pajun (seafood pancake) is pretty standard, and we didn't notice that there is an appetizer size and an entree size. We also got the squid bibimbap, which was a good side for the meat. The prime boneless galbi was perfectly marinated, and the char from the grill was great. We were worried that the short rib nuggets would be too chewy, but they were perfectly tender! We've come here many times, and we have yet to be disappointed :) read more

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Had relatives from korea come visit our family and we came here to feast. The sushi was divine. Extremely fresh, had a bunch of different options and rolls. We also ordered udon noodles with a squid stir fry and it was delicious! Good spicy, sweet sauce with noodles that weren't overcooked! Last dish was a seafood stir fry. I didn't particularly love this dish because there was lobster and other seafood in this dish but i couldn't taste it because the sauce was a bit overpowering. I understand that the dish is designed to be this way, but it still felt like a waste. All in all, place was great. Service was great as well! read more

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Korean restaurant at Fort Lee, NJ we had dinner Saturday around 6pm, walked in without reservation. Our waitress was very polite and kind. She barbecued our marinated galbi and made some, beer with soju for us. The galbi was marinated just right and quality of meat was good. Our sushi pieces were very fresh but would have liked better if there were more variety. The bachan was fresh and tasted great. They also have a valet parking. The place was not too crowded and the interior was updated. read more

Dong Bang Grill - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

Came here on a rainy night based on a friend's recommendations. We opted to do valet parking since it was raining and the parking spots looked harder than the road test. Service: Good, always accommodated us when we requested service. Food: Excellent BBQ and side dishes, with all the food we had, we kept running out of table space. Side dishes: we were brought side dishes after we ordered. The side dishes were very tasty, different from the typical ones I've had in Ktown nyc. My favorite was the egg dish. Seafood pancake: I think typical seafood pancake, moderate size but not crispier than some of the places Ive gone to. Our bbq: Portions are smaller but very filling. Also tasty too. Will return again in future read more

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Dong Bang is a sensory experience from the beginning to the end. Yes it's not Manhattan but the way it's built is still beautiful and you don't have to pay too close attention to the tacky wall decor. I have had a vegetarian rice bowl and considering I don't feel sick hours from the time I've had it, I can confirm they don't mix any animal ingredients into the vegetarian dishes. That's a thumbs up from me! Servers are highly attentive too. The building stands out in all of Fort Lee amidst the restaurant scenery, scenically and experientially. Definitely try it out when you're wanting Korean to dine in without going to the city. read more

Dong Bang Grill - Tofu vegetable dolsot rice bowl - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

Last minute decided to get Kbbq in NJ and saw 800+ reviews and thought give it try. Honestly The worst Kbbq place I've been to in NJ and price is not cheap. Food 1/10 Banchan 1/10 Service 2/10 People who came here have zero taste sorry will never come back! Everything is so tasteless ! read more

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I really want to like this place for a variety of reasons. From an ambiance POV it just feels like one of those old school Korean BBQ restaurants from an era before all those AYCE joints started to conquer diners over with their perceived value proposition. Also since this was the first BBQ joint I ever tried in this area and it was during a special occasion, there is a nostalgia/sentimental element as well. Well ... the issue for me is despite all of these good intentions, the bottom line is it seems their price to quality ratio is still dicey. I've had a variety of food here across various formats. Pre-pandemic I've had BBQ here in the sit down setting in their normal dining room for a big dinner. Current pandemic I've dined outside in their converted parking space and tried their lunch specials etc. Bottom line - this place is not cheap. The portions are questionable for the price. You get an ok amount of BBQ meat for the price but the shrimps were considerably less. The actual flavor of the BBQ was okay. The marinade was fine but not mind blowing for the cost IMO. They do a nice job with the banchan/side dish spreads which reminds me of the old days when going to a Korean BBQ dinner was kind of an event. Lots of choices and the flavor is ok for the most part. In terms of lunch, the prices are more reasonable. I've tried different combo variations. The kalbi + stew combo is not a bad choice and the price is far less intimidating than a dinner experience. The flavor of the tofu stew was decent and the pre cooked kalbi wasn't bad. The service here is spotty. When they do pay attention to you, the folks are nice and responsive. However in my various visits, I've noticed a lack of consistency here. Sometimes there are very long stretches when you can get someone's attention. This issue was particularly acute when we were dining outside during the pandemic. Another issue was how smelly it got here when we dined and cooked inside. I don't expect table cooked Korean BBQ to be non-smoky but it was strange how overwhelming the smell was here. Not sure if it has to do with the ventilation system? Because of these inconsistencies it's hard to give this spot more than 3.5 starts on my end. I still do like the overall vibe of this place so hopefully things will improve over time. read more

Dong Bang Grill - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

Dong Bang Grill is a well known spot for Korean bbq in Fort Lee and we came here for dinner on a recommendation. The interior is well decorated and the inside is well maintained. However my family and I left this place disappointed. We ordered: Ribeye: 0/5 The ribeye itself was well marbled and looked great. It was however, frozen, when it was brought to the table. The server cooking it clearly didn't know how to cook it and she began hacking it at it before a proper sear could even start to form. Leaving the end result dry and tough. Marinated Kalbi: 3/5 This was actually not bad, it wasn't mind blowing but at almost $50 per serving, I was expecting more. Yukhwe: 2/5 I love yukhwe (Korean beef tartare) and this is one of the worst ones I've had. The beef was frozen, a lot of korean beef tartare is served slightly frozen but some pieces in the one here were super hard and cold. The onions in the tartare were also an unwelcome surprise and I've never seen it put into this dish before; it left the palate tasting bitter. Bibim Naengmyeon: 0/5 This was the worst dish I had there today. Everyone at the table agreed it was bad. It was weirdly overly spicy and the chili sauce had no flavor to it. The instant ones at hmart would have been magnitudes better. I couldn't finish it. Service: 2/5 Service is cold and unwelcoming. Nothing else to say. Also I do have to note our server started doing things AS she was asking if it was okay. What is the point of asking then? Overall, for the prices that they are charging it just isn't worth it. Manhattan prices for low quality just is not the vibe, especially in this economy. read more

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One of my many favorite kbbq spots in bergen county! Marinated galbi & chadolbaegi are my usual top 2 meat selections. Amazing service & parking's so easy! read more

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The environment is very good, spacious and stylish interior. Service is also good, but the food is overpriced-----we ordered beef tongue , beef brisket, and pork belly and spent $140 for two people. The meat quality is good, just a little too pricy. read more

Dong Bang Grill - BBQ - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

There were so many side dishes- kimchi, fish cake, fried meat patties- and the steamed egg and stews. The galbi was marinated well, and the staff do all the grilling and serving for you. This is a good spot for a large party, but the valet parking isn't always available. read more

Came for dinner on a Saturday night, and beware it is crowded and full of tourists. Valet parking only. I'm giving this place a two star because I did not think the food was worth what we paid, and I got food poisoning after this dinner. Really wanted to give it a one star honestly. I've paid premium for good korean bbq before, and I have definitely paid the same amount for better food quality at other places in the area. If you are selling $32 for two person serving of pork belly, it better be some really good pork belly. But it's really not that much better than what I get at all you can eat honestly. Same thing with the beef. Beef brisket was $33 for a 2 person serving, and it wasn't any better quality than all you can eat beef brisket. Kalbi was ok The Gook su jeongol was ok, but be prepared to share that with at least 10 people, that thing is huge. The dwenjang jigae was probably the best tasting. but it was also what I vomited afterwards. And for the next few days, I was out of commission. They don't have enough staff, and the servers are stretched so thin, i felt bad, but it makes the service bad when someone is stretched so thin. They need a lot of reminders to get food, and also forgot about allergies too. So be careful if you have allergies. Always double check they actually didn't put whatever you're allergic to when they bring you the food because they will forget... They don't speak a lot of English, so go in with someone who's decently good at korean. Surprising because there are A LOT of tourists here. Overall, I won't be coming back here again. Very disappointed. There are way better places to go for KBBQ in the fort lee, palisades park area if you're looking for quality meat over quantity. read more

Not as loud and hectic as other Korean bbq spots I've been to- so automatically a new favorite. The service was swift and kind. Food was cooked to perfection and anything we needed, the waitress was able to get that quickly. All in all, solid spot if you're craving Korean bbq. Clean and modern interior. read more

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What makes this place special is really the banchan (free side dishes). Honestly, I was so impressed by the friendly service and side dishes. Usually, I'm not a big fan of banchan, but there was literally fried meat and tofu and boiled egg soup!! The NY roll was very good for the price. I wasn't expecting much, but it had a lot of fresh fish and crab in top. I would ask for the mayo on the side instead of on top because there was a bit too much. The donkatsu is the best fried pork I've ever had. Really well done although the fries are just meh. However, this place only gets 4 stars because the soup was just not it. It was not spicy enough, lacked flavor, and was overall just not that good. For $60, I would definitely skip this. Come here if you want a wide variety of Korean food and sushi to choose from. There is so much to choose from, great side dishes, and great service... just dont get the soup HAHA. read more

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We came on a Friday night and this place was PACKED. It was hard to find parking so we parked in front of a closed bank about a block away. The four of us got the galbi (4 people portion) and we didn't leave stuffed. The grill didn't keep the meat hot so we ate it "cool" which wasn't too great. The waitress apologized and said she would keep it warm the next round but it was still the same... overall, great quality of meat and side dishes. I would go back if craving Korean bbq in the area. read more

Dong Bang Grill - DB Galbi - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

Our 1st time eating there tonight. Great and vast selection of Korean dishes and Japanese entrees (tonkatsu, teriyaki, and sushi). We went with 2 orders of DB Galbi bbq (you need to order a minimum of 2 meats for bbq), seafood pancake (tasty and crispy!), fried beef dumplings, broiled mackerel, and there were plenty of yummy side dishes/banchan. Everything was delicious and the meat is cooked at table side for you. We love the steamed egg that comes with each bbq order. Service was very fast and there was no wait on a busy Friday night. A great place to bring the family. read more

This place has been here for ages, one of the pioneers in Korean BBQ. Can not find anything to complain about, whether it's traditional Korean meals, sushi or the BBQ. Consistency over 40 some years is their strength if i had to find one definite accolade. It's one place you just know everything will be great. Did you know the pork melts in your mouth? It does at Dongbang Grill!! Going back there this Friday, can't wait! Oh, the food is out of this world but the service tops it. Ashley, our server is AWESOME! ton of smiles and her service is on the dime every time!! read more

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Supporting locally owned businesses is a great mission for all to consider during the pandemic. Supporting Asian American business owners and stopping infectious hate is my hearts request. Dong Bang was highly recommended by a trustworthy local foodie. Making a reservation is highly recommended especially if you have a group of 4 or more. The bbq tables were complete with a quiet brass exhaustion, which worked very well, you didn't leave smelling like food. Service was outstanding, menu was large and had a variety of meats, fish and veggies for BBQ. Also sushi and other Korean dishes are available and a full service bar. For an early Sunday afternoon, large parties and families started to fill up the dinning room fast. I highly recommend Dong Bang for a upscale dinning experience. Also easy to find parking on the streets as well as parking lot available below restaurant. Fort Lee is my ideal NJ city for food, diversity and palatial views. It is the gateway to suburban NYS and NJ and certainly were I left my heart. read more

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Dong Bang Grill, where expectations meet a bittersweet symphony of hits and misses. Your taste buds are poised for a bang, but sometimes, it feels more like a soft 'dong' on a mellow drum. Stepping into Dong Bang, they did a Bang up job on the decor, contemporary chic and traditional Korean charm. The service is anything but a 'dong' deal, hitting the right notes of attention and warmth, making you feel like the bell of the ball. The BBQ is a decent bang for your buck. It's not the loudest gong in the orchestra, but it manages to carry a decent tune. The meats are flavorful, grilling up a decent melody that will have your palate swaying. But then there's the sushi. Instead of a high note, it hits a bit of a 'dong' note. The rolls aren't 'rolling in flavor, more like a timid knock on the door. In the end, Dong Bang Grill is a mix of bangs and 'dong's. If you're 'grilling for a good time and can overlook the sushi its a decent place to hang you hat. read more

My husband and I decided to try out Dong Bang Grill after 6 months of no dining-out due to the pandemic. The dining environment was 5-star. The restaurant turned part of their parking lot into an outdoor dining area. The al fresco was really nice for what you could get during this crazy time as the parking lot area was more secluded. Tables were spread out with generous social distancing and all the staff were wearing masks and gloves. This place was already pricey but the price got even higher after the pandemic. Also, I think they are providing fewer appetizers than before. I liked the Galbi and surprisingly sushi at this place was quite delicious. We had the rainbow roll and the fish tasted fresh. However, the Jap chae, a common Korean home-cooked dish with glass noodles, beef, and assorted vegetables, was terrible at this place and it cost $26. We may come back again for korean-style sushi and BBQ. read more

Dong Bang Grill - $26 Jap chae. Will not get again. - Korean Near Me - Fort Lee, New Jersey

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Great place for two. Food was really yummy, but pricey! You pay per plate of meat that they grill for you and each plate brought enough to barely feed one. So be ready to pay $30+ per plate cause like I said, it's good! The place is really cute and definitely takes you out of the NJ vibe. The service was very attentive until we stopped ordering meat. Definitely still recommend this place. read more

The galbi was excellent, as were the side dishes and the seafood pancake. On top of that, this restaurant is very spacious and relaxing inside and they have valet parking. So all in all it makes for a really pleasant dining experience. read more

Recently reviewed for in person dining but this is for pick up experience. The hostess is so polite and efficient. I had a pick up scheduled for 6pm and it was ready. Food was very good even though I live about 20 Min away. Ordered hwedupbab ... it was good but wish they gave a little More premium sushi it was mainly filled with salmon. Byung uh JoRim fish was very meaty and good flavor. Al Jigae was also good. Highly recommend good service and food read more

Continues to be my go to Korean spot, and the free valet parking definitely helps. They recently added chicken bulgogi which were thin slices of chicken marinated in bulgogi sauce with scallion and enoki mushrooms, which was a great non beef pork option. I still enjoy the nengmyun here because it's simple & straightforward and in my opinion they use the right kind of chewy buckwheat noodles. read more

If you are a lover of Korean food and Korean BBQ, Dong Bang Grill in Fort Lee is a definite place to visit. On a recent trip for lunch, my food adventure Companion and I ordered the pork belly and an order of Kalbi, the beef short ribs. I also ordered the cold buckwheat noodles with spicy sauce. First, their banchan or side dishes are wonderful. A variety of kimchi, salads, sauces and Korean treats come to the table with a basket of lettuce. The meat quality is wonderful. The pork belly is just perfect with a dip of sesame oil and salt. The beef was flavorful and cooked great.the cold noodles were so good: sweet, spicy and cool with a depth of flavor and such a great texture. One of the best parts of the experience is the wonderful waitstaff. They serve you, help you cook your selections and make sure you leave well fed and happy. My fellow food adventurer loves the cooked egg custard that is served during the meal. We asked for it and we were informed it's only available for dinner. Within 10 minutes , our waitress produced a fresh steaming pot of Bubbling egg. She smiled and said, " we made this special for you". It's not a fancy place, but the food and service are exceptional. So if you're looking for a place to get your Korean Barbecue fix, visit Dong Bang in Fort Lee. read more

Kind of expensive for Korean, but good all in all. To quote a fellow Yelper, "The service here is spotty.  When they do pay attention to you, the folks are nice and responsive.  However in my various visits, I've noticed a lack of consistency here.  Sometimes there are very long stretches when you can get someone's attention.  This issue was particularly acute when we were dining outside during the pandemic." Good banchan and nice tea. Four stars with ample room for five. read more