Let me preface by saying we've eaten at other Gen's and the experience is fine. This one had one stumble after another. We went at 6 on a Sunday and it was not packed at all so we didn't have to wait to be seated which was great. Our waitress Emily gave us a quick rundown because we had people in our group who had never done Korean BBQ. Our first round of meat had a hair in it and she kind of ignored that and asked if we still wanted utensils then left. From there we had to flag down other waitresses/ and the manager Harry also came and took an order of meat at one point too. The meats were okay, but we've definitely had better. We tried a variety of meats like the bulgogi, brisket, pineapple steak, Gen steak, honey soy beef and garlic beef. They were all fine. When we were done with our grill, we told our waitress and she asked if we needed anything else... I guess we should have asked for the check because it was another 25 mins before we finally flagged someone down and asked if we could just pay at the front. We did in fact get up and do that, the hostess split our bill 4 ways when we asked for it to be in half. At this point the manager came up and he cancelled the first checks, split it correctly and then our waitress finally came up and asked where table 60 was (which was us). After being there for a few hours she had no idea what any of us looked like and that we were already in the process of paying, she asked her manager if we had skipped out on the check. It would have been easy to do if we weren't good people, but we indeed planned on paying, and were. The manager did apologize for the service we ended up getting as we explained some of the missteps throughout our time there. He was nice about it and apologetic for the hair. Other KBBQ spots offer a small ice cream scoop as a part of your meal, we kind of missed that here. The atmosphere was fine but the lights kept flickering on and off throughout the meal too which was kinda weird because it got very dark at times. Overall, the experience was just okay, but not something I would invite others to experience. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

Told us 10-15 minute wait time and it's was over an hour. Hostess was never at the front, seemed like she was avoiding everyone. Do not come here if you value your time! read more

This was our first time visiting this Korean BBQ restaurant, and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience. From the moment we walked in, the service was poor. We waited quite a while to be seated even though there were plenty of employees around. It honestly felt like we were invisible. After finally being seated, we waited an unusually long time just to receive water. We also made it clear to both the hostess and our waiter that this was our first time at a Korean BBQ restaurant and that we had no idea how anything worked. We expected at least a brief explanation or some guidance on how to cook the meat, what sauces or seasonings to use, or recommendations for beginners. Instead, we were left to figure everything out ourselves. As a result, the food ended up tasting bland and unappetizing because we simply didn't know what we were doing. To make matters worse, no one informed us until the very end of the meal that there would be an additional charge for uncooked meat left on the table. Had we been told this upfront, we would have ordered differently or made sure to finish everything we had. Waiting until the end to mention this felt unfair. Overall, the lack of customer service and communication made what should have been a fun first Korean BBQ experience into a frustrating one. Unfortunately, we won't be returning. read more

Second visit. Food was fresh, a great amount, easy to order, friendly staff, it was also nice and clean. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - TGTG bento box - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

Whether you're looking for a fun date night or a great family meal gen is always a great time. I know that we can always count on great service and high quality food. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

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This place is near Costco so if get the $80 for $100 dollar certificate since it is a hop skip and a jump. We went here on a Saturday at around 1:30pm after we went to the Wax Museum. We got the premium menu which includes all of the specialty meat. I enjoyed the wagyu beef, the beef rib and skirt steak. Their meat can sometimes be a hit or a miss. I think one of them was pure brown and looked old. It can get really busy and sometimes getting the food can take awhile to receive. The bulgogi beef was really old tasting and dry so disappointed with the fries as well. Some of the vegetables were frozen solid. The cajun shrimp do not get as most of the pieces were really mushy and tasty terrible. The service was outstanding however. One other thing is to be careful are the floors are greasy and you can slip easily. Other than that I would come back, but a 3 star because of some of the food can be terrible. read more

This place is always good. For the amount you are paying for, the menu selection for all you can eat is worth it for me. For the arlington area, it's good. My parents aren't huge korean bbq people but this is the one restaurant they enjoy going to. read more

Coming to this Korean bbq was exactly what I was looking for. Food was super delicious to the spicy chicken and the pork belly with ribs and garlic chicken. I was wow for the amount of food my little family and I ate. Our server "Rylie" was on top of everything to explaining the menu to giving us top recommendations. The restaurant itself gave us a nice welcoming vibe. I would definitely come back again. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Veggies and Garlic Chicken/ rib - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

Came on on a Saturday afternoon with a party of five. We made sure to ask for a wait time and were told it would 10-15 minutes. We decided to wait... then that wait time turned to an hour. They seated another party that walked in after us that had more people than we did. We heard them get on a waitlist when they arrived so it wasn't like they had a reservation. We got seated exactly an hour later. There were lots of dirty tables, they were clearly understaffed so we tried being a little understanding. Our table was still dirty and we had to ask our waitress to get us a new grill because the one at our table still had food stuck to it. Our grill also would not stay on until another waiter managed to fix it. The food itself was alright , nothing worth waiting an hour for. We got a variety of meats and sides. We've been to Gen before at other locations, and this one was by far the worst experience we've had. read more

New sushi selection, started May 7, 2026! Tried the Red Dragon roll and it was pretty good! read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Menu May 2026 - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

Went on a Saturday with my mom for lunch. It was great! Highly recommend checking them out. The food was fresh and brought to the table when ordered. All you can order so plenty to go around. The employees were on top of it too. Inside was well lit and cute. Check them out if you're close and really hungry! read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Inside seating - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

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I wouldn't recommend ordering take out or DoorDash they don't pay attention to details at all. They make you pay extra for sauce and they don't include it. No veggies or sides like it's suppose to come with read more

OVERVIEW: A decent chain KBBQ spot in a large shopping center in Arlington. Food was good, service was quick and friendly, and I enjoyed most of the items we ordered. We dropped in on a Saturday around 6pm and were seated right away! Our server was efficient and attentive. Our plates were cleared quickly as needed, waters stayed filled, and our server was always accessible for us to order more items as needed. For $50 dinner (we did the +$20 for premium meats), it was worth it! Even if you don't do premium, the regular dinner menu has plenty of options. QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Yes, located in a large shopping center with ample parking. - Reservations? No, walk-in only. - Takeout? Yes, you can order to-go (but you cannot take leftovers after dining-in). read more

Our party of 4 arrived at 3:30 and checked in via the QR code. We ended up waiting over an hour to be seated while the hostess was seating multiple couples that came in after us. The hostess that was handling everything disappeared - and the hostess taking over had no idea what was going on and mentioned they are short staffed. No manager in sight to help mediate the situation or help the hostess??? The lobby area was very small and multiple people were waiting, it was cramped. Once we were sat our server was great, explained their menu, additional water refills and changed our grill. The appetizers were yummy but some of the meat options fell short. All in all we won't be back to this location. read more

Food was good and the meat tasted fresh, which is obviously the most important part of a Korean BBQ experience. But nothing to rave about. They bring over some rice to enjoy with the meat with the regular choice. The menu and options are a bit confusing and took some time to understand. The vibes initially felt a little off, especially when we arrived around 9:50 pm--they took a while to confirm whether they would seat us even though they close at 10:30 pm. That said, once we were seated, the experience completely turned around. Our waiter provided some of the best service I've had in a long time--attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Plenty of feee parking outside. read more

Thrilled to see more AYCE KBBQ options popping up in Arlington! I've already been to this spot three times, and each visit has been a win with consistently great customer service. We usually swing by during dinner, so there's a bit of a wait for orders, but trust me--the quality of the meats more than makes up for it. While the sides could use a little upgrade, the overall experience is solid. I even hosted a birthday dinner here with over 20 guests, and they handled it like pros. Bonus points for their happy hour deals--perfect if you want to drink. The vibe is sleek and modern, and though they get busy, the wait is absolutely worth it. Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 read more

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Came here for dinner before a comedy show and was a good option, minus smelling like delicious bbq after leaving. They do all you can eat on the whole menu ramen included. It's $55 per person for dinner. They have wagyu and over 50 other my ear options to choose from also a host of various drinks from traditional Korean beverages to your normal ones. The foods was very fresh and our watiter was great being very knowledgeable if the menu. The restaurant itself is large and can seat a multitude of sizes of parties. Also i highly recommend the pancake dessert it's filled with hazelnut and very good read more

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First time at Gen Korean Bbq house and the wife's first time having KBBQ. all I can say it was all Delicious, FUN and such fast service !!! We ordered a wide variety of beef, seafood, pork, veggies, all wonderfully marinated! We have such a great time at this place. Lots of laughs, lots of great reactions to the great tasting food. Seriously they have such an awesome atmosphere and such great hospitality. We will be back and be back soon! read more

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Went to the Gen BBQ in Arlington before heading to the Cowboys v NY Giants game on Thanksgiving. The food was amazing as per usual but the best part of our experience was our server Meorah!! She is so sweet. Gave excellent recommendations to try a few items we had never tried before and were on point. She was even sweet enough to find me a hair tie so that my husband could make me chopstick "cheaters". :) The interior is the same as all other Gen BBQ's that I have been to around the country. It was my Mother In Laws first time trying Korean BBQ and now she is obsessed! It was so nice for them to be open on Thanksgiving allowing for us to have an amazing day in the Metroplex. read more

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For some reason, this location never has anyone watching the door area to seat customers. This is the second time in a row that we stood at the doorway until we could flag someone down. I'm not so interested in the fact that they aren't attentive. The restaurant was dimly lit where we sat. Our bench seat was torn, so it was not the best place to seat someone. The food was good. There were some meats that didn't taste so great. The shrimp had fishy smell to it. The galbi was good. The honey soy beef was really good, but the rice was mushy and cold. I'll stick to going to Carrollton instead. read more

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Initially tried Gen in Carrollton couple years ago and did not enjoy it. They opened one in Arlington, so we decided to give them another chance. This time we enjoyed it compared to other Korean bbq places in Arlington. We tried almost all the meats except for anything chicken. lol These are the only meats we recommend: -Galbi -Honey Soy Beef Belly -Pork Belly -Pork Cheek -Beef Fingers The Green Tea Salt is sooo good with the meats! We do NOT recommend any of the sides or banchan. Don't waste your calories on them. Not good. We tried all of them, yuck. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Cook your own meats - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

Quality is better at the Carrollton location. Service is good, but the food does not have the same quality.

Kobi was a great waiter and checked in on us constantly. The food was good and easy to cook and the vibes were immaculate

We came here for a birthday the other day, it was a first time for most! We had to veterans with us who showed us the ropes. We had a party of 7 plus a toddler. We learned that basically you just keep dumping the meat on the grill. Just keep it going LOL. They give 2 dipping sauces and a seasoning then 5 garnishes. Almost all of them were kimchi style - cucumber and jalapeño. Then randomly a potato salad LOL my only complaints are: the seating, they sat us at a high top next to a support beam it felt cramped. There wasn't enough space to actually pull out the chair to sit without bumping into someone else. Clearing the dishes could be better. With the limited space due to the grill, having plates just pile up was a lot and inconvenient. read more

I'll start by saying I'm very spoiled by Korean BBQ in other cities, to which this spot doesn't totally compare. But for the area I think it's probably a great option. A bit of a wait, which is somewhat confusing as many of the tables were ready to be cleaned for a while by the time we were sat. We were a table of 8 with 3 little kids, which I totally understand was probably not their favorite table. As such, there were a few things that were missed along the way (some of the orders, some of the refills, etc.), but I have a difficult time faulting them as they seemed to try their best. The menu is really extensive, but there were only a few meat dishes that were really worth getting, such as the brisket, the calamari steak, the bulgogi. They aren't shy about ordering multiple orders of dishes or refilling things, which was nice. And there wasn't really a time limit, so we certainly seemed to get our fill. There are a lot of sauce options that you can order that I wish just came with the table. Overall, this place fits the bill if you're looking for a Korean BBQ spot to eat endlessly in for not a terrible pricetag. There were maybe 5 people allegedly celebrating birthdays the night we were there, which was fun. read more

Food is ok the service sucks. Had a 30 minute wait for our meats to come out, we asked the waiter and apparently he forgot to put our order in. Drink refills were delayed. Not once did he offer a grill change. Lazy waiter over all. I'm not coming back to this location. read more

To be completely honest, this was okay. Definitely not my top 10 favorite kbbq spots, but not bad either The price is okay as the amount of meats are basically centered around a basic version, sweet marinated version, and a spicy version... With some exceptions. I'm not a fan of how adding beef tongue is $14 to $20. Service was alright. I would say, if you aren't too picky or it's your first few times going to a kbbq spot, try this out. Other than that, checked off the list and probably won't be back unless prices go down or more items are added. read more

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I have been a fan of Gen Korean BBQ for years. This new store opened in Arlington in December 2023. Before this store opened, people in Tarrant County had to drive to Carrolton. As usual, the food and service were excellent. Gen's ambiance has always been about fun and casual dining; that is what you get here. Everything I have come to expect from Gen. This store is located in the Arlington Highlands. You could make a day of shopping and have lunch or dinner at Gen. I am happy, and I will be back soon. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

This was my first time having Korean bbq like this. Highly recommend the experience I walked around the whole place looking at everyone else's table to get an idea of what I might like to eat (I'm clearly a visual learner lol) the service was nice my waitress did a great job checking on me and helping me out, she even peeled my shrimp for me cus I was having a hard time with my nails and was making a mess- such a great and considerate lady. The ambiance was nice and chill. Love the blue night in the night. It felt very culturally as majority of the people there were Asian I was glad to see them eating their desired meals as it really informed my own choice and I was really happy with my meal. I just didn't know it was all you can eat for my first time- or I woulda DEFINITELY GOT MORE SHRIMP OMG IT WAS SOOO GOOD WITH THE RAMEN!!? Whaaat! Yaasss Highly recommend! read more

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Went here for lunch, the service was superb! All the staff members were super nice & attentive. They were fast to change out our grill when needed. The place was clean, ambiance was good. It was a weekday around 2pm & there were probably three or four other tables filled, I know they are still new to the area. For $20 a person & a two hour time limit it wasn't bad at all, they bring everything out quickly. For the banchan they brought out kimchi, cucumbers, radish, potato salad, & I think onions. You are able to order four items at once per table. During our time there we tried the spicy beef bugolgi, vegetables (it came with pineapples ), red wine marinated short ribs, garlic chicken, honey soy marinated beef brisket, mandu, & they had a pork tonkatsu stuffed with cheese. I failed to take photos of what we ordered... we were eager to start cooking! The food was good, but it didn't wow me... not necessarily a complaint because I'd still go back. I feel like some of the marinated meats didn't really get a chance to take in the flavors but still a nice experience overall. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

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Food: just as good as Carrollton location no different, the meat cuts are always fresh, and tender after cooking. The green sea salt is amazing and their soybean paste. Service: always amazing here. Never have to wait to order, or get a grill change. I've been to this location twice so far, but we've had Andrew as our waiter. He's very attentive, and fast! Never had any issues with him. Ambiance: good music vibes and food. Vibes, place is beautiful. Restrooms are clean always a plus for me! lol. However, you'll still come out smelling like a bbq pit or bbq grill, but it's okay go home and shower and do laundry!! read more

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Beware, we had a reservation for 7 o'clock Did not get seated tell 8. The food and service was poor. At this price I could have made a far better choice. This was for my niece graduation dinner. I feel extremely sad by the experience. Disappointed read more

It was my first time trying Korean bbq and it went well. It's one of those spots where you cook your own meat. I really enjoyed it. I took a lot of photos of the meats but I can't tell you which is which. The service was cool. My server was Adam. He was very nice. read more

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We had a wonderful meal and experience with Kenny as our server! Be sure to request him when you're here.

The food was very good. The service was very slow even with half full. After first round, we waited 20 minutes for server who comes and takes our order for second round. read more

I visited Gen Korean BBQ House this evening in Arlington to celebrate my mom's birthday, and while the experience was overall positive, it had its highs and lows. Let's break it down: The Good: * The Vibe: This place nails the lounge-like ambiance. With cool blue tones and just the right volume of music, it feels like you're dining in a chill nightclub. The atmosphere was perfect for hanging out, eating great food, and chatting without shouting across the table. * The Food: Oh man, that premium marbling center cut marinated short rib stole the show! So tender, so flavorful--it was the unanimous favorite at our table. We ended up ordering it multiple times, and it never disappointed. The Meh: * The Service: Our server, Deni (sp?), was fantastic when he was around. He was personable and clearly doing his best, but he mentioned he was running around a lot between tables, and it showed. There were moments when we were left looking around like lost sheep trying to figure out who to flag down for more meat and a glass of wine. * When someone finally approached the table to help, the interaction was, let's say, less than warm. She was abrupt and seemed irritated by our request, as if we were out of line for asking. It was a small moment but left a bad taste (and not the delicious BBQ kind). The Overall Experience: Despite the hiccups, the night was a success. My family and I enjoyed the food and vibe, and it was the perfect spot to celebrate my mom's birthday. I wouldn't call myself a Korean BBQ connoisseur--I've only been to a handful of places--but I'm looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu. Room for Improvement: If there's one thing that could elevate the experience, it's more consistent service. Running low on meat or drinks while waiting for someone to notice can be frustrating, especially when the first person to arrive comes across as dismissive. A little more attentiveness would go a long way. Final Thoughts: I'm definitely interested in giving this location another shot because the food and vibe were great overall. But I'm also curious to see how the Carrollton location compares when it comes to service. Fingers crossed for a more polished experience there! All in all, Gen Korean BBQ House is a solid spot for good food and a good time--just don't be shy about waving down your server if you want to keep the BBQ train rolling. read more

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Do not eat here. I don't understand the food. I order Korean fried chicken and got some chicken nuggets with sauce on them.The steak wasn't Hawaiian steak. I will never eat here again. Everything looked like it was bought out the store and sauce squirted on it. I am so upset. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Barbeque Near Me - Arlington, Texas

So Gen is always either hit and miss. The one in Carrollton is just way too far for us in FW to go to, so we were excited when this one opens. Like I said, it's always hit and miss with Gen. The meat quality is not consistent which is funny because they are franchise so it should be the same. Anyway... it was just meh last Sunday. Now talk about service at this Gen though! They are definitely consistent with it at this location. NON EXISTENT!! Yep!! This is the WORSE Gen service I've been to. Never any host, will always have to wonder around on how to get service. Servers ALWAYS forgot what you ask them for. You have to ask for 4/5times then they'll remember. They are SOOOO SLOW like a turtle. And literally no leadership at all. I keep giving them second chances but this is literally the 4th times I've been here and I think I had enough. read more

I took my two boys for a Sunday lunch and could not have been more disappointed with the service we received, and it wasn't just our waitress. When you sit down for a Korean barbecue, you expect to receive your drinks, and panchan (side dishes). Then your Korean barbecue orders, and shortly thereafter, any stews or soups that have been ordered. Meats came first, then our drinks, and then our side dishes. I ordered the spicy tofu soup, soondooboo that did not come out until after I had paid our check. Getting refills of meat and dumplings took forever. The spicy Korean fried chicken was the worst thing in the menu by far. It was very heavy on the breading as if they took small slivers of chicken and breaded it and dump them in a deep fryer. At the very least, you should take chicken drumsticks or thighs, coat and then fry. The overall quality of the meat was good. Based on the level of service I received, I'd rather go somewhere else. read more

I'm not really sure why these ratings are not four or five star. My family and I had a great time Sunday for lunch. Food was great. Kobi was our server, he was really cool, very helpful and attentive. read more