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Hoban Korean BBQ

3.4 (392 reviews)
ModerateKorean, Barbeque
Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Karli S.

The service was awful. Our server brought our table the wrong beer and forgot another persons drink. We didn't see her again until she came back by after we were done eating and asked if we had gotten our check yet. A different employee brought out our food, didn't say anything to us, didn't explain how the grill worked, nothing. We had a good time but the service really needs some work. The food was decent, but no reason to go back. We paid $150 for everything on the table.

Annie D.

This was my first time at a Korean BBQ place and I am not sure I would go back. We got beef and chicken with various sides. While cooking was kind of fun, I am not sure the hassle and the price were worth the food. Maybe we didn't try the right things on the menu but I wouldn't be jumping to go back again. Service was good and they were helpful giving us an idea of what to order but maybe Korean BBQ is just not for me.

Wendy F.

Visiting from out of state. Food prices were extremely high here for a non AYCE spot. Service was really slow, all they did was drop off our food and not really check in on us. Could've used a refill on water's throughout dinner. Food was just okay, felt pretty mediocre to me. We also barely got any dipping sauce, and the server was nowhere to be found, had to track someone down after a while.

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Raj D.

Went with my cousin Sid and a couple of nephews. The Good. It's kind of fun and the staff were very sweet. The so-so. The food cuts are a bit not my style. The pork was almost all fat and to render on the grill takes forever. I ended up grilling mostly veggies. They were good. Asparagus. Mushrooms. Peppers. All. But proteins were not great.

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Mary Y.

When the food is great, but the services is not. This place sometimes disappoints me. This isnt the first, second, third or fourth time. This is my fifth time in the pass 3-6 years. We waited more than 45 minutes, next time reserve first. Then we waited 15 minutes to order and then waited 45 mins to get our food. We were starving watching other people eating their food. Technically we were there from 7-10. Just waiting and waiting. Im not too sure if i really wanna come back after this last time. I rather go out of state for any kbbq. The service hasnt always been my favor. However, the food . It was pretty good. The egg soufflé was super salty from top to bottom. The octopus with pork and other veggies was really yummy. I enjoy the hoban galbi, it did taste really good, so always wash your mouth down with water. The flavor sometimes too overpowering. The beef soup was good. I love how it wasnt overpower beef flavor. It can wash down a lot of the other flavor. Btw the lettuce is extra. The ambiance was ok. A lot of weird tv channels. The music was good. A lot of people enjoying their food and having a good time talking.

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Sheldon B.

I love Hoban! Such friendly and welcoming service, and the aroma grabs you as soon as you enter the foyer. Apple Maps mistakenly navigated me towards a Minneapolis location I've never been to as I'm only familiar with the Eagan location. And it was worth the drive to get there! It's been years since we've been here, but it brought back so many memories for my wife and I. We reminisced about what our favs were, so we ordered up! I highly recommend the bulgogi, the bibimbap, spicy wings, and how could I go without mandu?? We almost went with the pork bulgogi because it's spicy but we opted to make a return date night another time! Also, if karaoke is your thing, stop by their Do Re MI Karaoke, the rooms were packed and there was even a group of 7 ladies who were jammin out. Hoban is great for large families or groups or for a special date night. I sat right next to my bride in the booth and we had all the food in front of us, I joked that we should play the game Sushi Go! Visit Hoban, it'll become one of your instant fav's!!

Susie R.

Extremely overpriced bbq... The service was nice. The place is pretty big. It was difficult to find parking which sucked. The food itself was just okay. The Haemul Pajeon was really yummy. They do offer other dishes if you don't want to do BBQ. The quality of the meat was okay. It was def pricey compared to other bbq places. Probably worth visiting if you are in the area but I would def not go out of way to go here. There are way better Korean bbq places in the burbs.

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Michaela S.

The food was pretty good but the service wasn't too great. We made reservations and wasn't seated for a bit even though we arrived a little early. Then, we were seated but a waiter didn't come around for another 20 minutes. Lots of waiting, plus we needed to pay for parking based on time (street parking right in front) so it felt like we wasted a lot of time. We struggled to flag down our waiter and had to ask for water, but it's understandable because there weren't a lot of waiters. They seemed understaffed so we just had to be patient. The prices were a little high for Korean BBQ in my opinion, but there are no other options (around here) that I know of. The meats were pretty high quality and I'd say worth the price! I really enjoyed the food and had a lot of leftovers. We shared four orders of meats between two people and had a lot of leftovers, so just two orders would probably be enough. I highly recommend the beef tongue and pork jowl. They do charge a small fee for paying with card, but that's also understandable and isn't very big at all. Definitely a place to try for authentic Korean food and I would definitely come back. Our server was so kind and made the experience better.

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Robert W.

I live really close to here, but for some reason hadn't stopped by yet. Finally came by here last week with a bunch of friends since this is what I believe to be the only KBBQ place in Minneapolis due to what my local friend described as laws around heating elements at the table. I saw the mixed reviews on Yelp, so I was a bit apprehensive, but we came with a big party of 8. We were seated at two adjacent tables. They cannot combine them because the heating elements make the tables permanent fixtures which is no problem! They immediately delivered the banchan, which are basically an assortment of Korean sides including pickled radish, kimchi, etc. The setup was very solid. We ordered a big lychee soju to split and it was delicious! Fed the whole table with multiple shops for only $40 total (5/person). For the main entrees, my side ordered a beef bulgogi for the grill to split. And I also ordered a bulgogi in a bowl. The grill bulgogi was a huge portion, and the marinade was great. It's super easy to cook bulgogi if you've never done KBBQ before, I recommend it as an easy starter. This is because it's very thin and the flavor is strong so it's okay to overcook/easy to not accidentally undercook. Full steaks at KBBQ are just something I don't recommend, you are better off doing that at home. Come here for the marinated Korean specialties! Onto the bulgogi in a bowl, it came in a beautiful, attention grabbing cast iron pot that was steaming ( and (obviously) very hot to the touch. It was jam packed with ground bulgogi, lots of slices of bulgogi, some vegetables, and a healthy helping of vermicelli noodles. The soup was delicious! The bulgogi was tender and flavorful, the broth was awesome, and the noodles were superb. It can get really hot in there with the grill on so just be ready and make sure to hydrate!

Anne C.

Korean bbq in Minneapolis is not on par with places with large Korean populations like New York, DMV, or Los Angeles. That being said I'm very happy to have Hoban as a reasonable local option. I have been several times with large and small groups of friends, and just to be able to introduce friends who are new Korean bbq to this amazing cuisine alone makes it worthwhile to keep coming back. The food is reasonably good and there are some vegetarian options available too. And of course with a generous selection of refillable banchan (side dishes). The restaurant is spacious and I have not had problems getting a bbq table even with a large walk in group. The prices are higher than what I would spend for an average meal eating out in the Twin Cities and certainly more than what I would spend to have bbq in a more established Korean neighborhood but I think overall still reasonable for the food and experience. Not the best but a solid option for my late night Midwest kbbq cravings. Paid street parking available in neighboring streets.

Bulgogi

It's pretty tasty! Just a bit pricy for what it is, but it's a good spot I forgot to take pictures of the rest. beef tongue: cook with the oil salt they give you. it tastes so good. bibimbap: really good Chicken skewers: tasty, a little dry bulgogi: soft, sweet, good Overall Good flavors

Brisket, Mandu, Japchae, Pajeon.
Lake C.

Visiting MSP and tried Korean BBQ at Hoban. Food was good, service was a tad slow- they were busy, and staff were friendly. Prices were average to high for the quality. Note: unfortunately, the BBQ here was not served with lettuce to make wraps. Other KBBQ places serve bbq with lettuce and sam jang, sam mu, and other sides that really compete a kbbq. I probably would check out other Korean bbq in MSP before going here again. Overall it rates a 3.5 star rating.

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Adriana G.

This is my third time at Hoban and it has improved a lot. Last time I visited was 2 years ago and this meal was a five star. The meat was excellent, very well seasoned-- the flavor was on point. The seafood pancake was also delicious with its dipping sauce, it was my first time trying it and would recommend it to anyone! My friends and I enjoyed the KBBQ experience we had, by far the best so far. Hoban has improved through out the years, the quality of the food is better and service is fast. Our server China was great, she was very attentive and sweet. I will definitely come back soon to try their dishes as well.

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Is there a patio that has the grill tables?

No. The location does not have an outdoor area.

Is there Karaoke at this location?

No, there's not

Do they accept reservations or have a website?

They take reservations for all party sizes!

Is it all you can eat?

I think the only AYCE foods are the pickled sides that come with an entree.

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4.6(33 reviews)
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What a great experience! I went with a friend and we split the sampler plate, which included pulled…read morepork, ribs, pork belly, and sausage--everything was absolutely delicious. I honestly can't say a single bad thing about the food and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. From the moment we arrived, the customer service was excellent. They don't take reservations, so coming during off-peak times may be a good idea. We were promptly taken to our seats, and once settled, our server explained how to use the QR code for ordering and filled our water glasses right away. There were lots of fun drink options to choose from, and the food truly exceeded expectations. Such a great overall experience!

We went at 430 on a Sunday. It was a Viking gameday and was absolutely packed, but we were still…read moreable to get in within 10 minutes. Food 5/5: We are big BBQ fans, and I believe this is the best BBQ in the twin cities. We had the chips and queso, St. Louis style ribs, pork belly, mac and cheese, dilly beans, beans, apple pizza, peanut butter pie, and both old fashions. The chips are homemade and so good! Lightly salted and the perfect amount. Of crunchy. The ribs and pork belly were warm, tender, and spiced perfectly. Everything we had was well spiced, and overall high quality with exception to the Mac and cheese, not much flavor but would be perfect for a kids meal but didn't match their overall level of the other food. Service 5/5: they use a QR code ordering system. Everything we ordered came within 10 -20 minutes of ordering. Silverware and all other essentials are located at your table, but there were people around to ask if you needed anything. Ambiance 4/5: when this space is full it is very loud. If there is a band playing you won't be able to hear table conversation. Something else to note, you may share a table with another group, so if that's a deal breaker to you know that is their style. They have a kid space which was packed, but overall an amazing thing to offer. Overall if you're ok with a loud and crowded space, this place is great. Overall we loved this new location. The food was great, the service was fast, and the ambiance was inviting but loud.

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4.1(80 reviews)
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Storm King is a brew pub ever since of the word. Their beer menu is extensive with all of their…read moredifferent brew varieties. The bartender told me that the go to was their Czech Pilsner and so that's what I had. It is light and smooth, very easy drinking. I'm impressed that they have a wide selection of stouts and IPAs and wheat beers to cater to anyone's taste. The food menu is limited. The food ordering process is really fast casual. You order at the bar and then they deliver your food to the table in cardboard basket dinner where is plastic and you bring your condiments to the table you choose. I wanted to try their wedge salad as well as their slider flight. The wedge was unique because rather than using iceberg, they use Romain, which actually was a nice change of pace for a wedge. It was good. The onions and tomatoes were diced, the dressing was thinner than most wedge dressings, but it was flavorful. The two pieces of bacon on top were whole and quite frankly might've been better if they would've been chunked the smaller pieces as well, but that's not a major issue. The slider flight comes to three sliders. One is a smash burger , one pulled pork, and one is chili chicken. The rolls are fresh and akin to a Hawaiian roll. The Smashburger was a good basic burger, the pulled pork was decent. And the chicken chili, was a shredded chicken that was spicy, but not too spicy. They were easy to eat and enjoyable. All in all the food was good, but not extraordinary. They were satisfying. You're not going to see a Michelin star given to StormKing anytime soon, but that's not the point. If you were looking for a quick easy to eat meal and a really solid selection of micro brews that you won't find anywhere else, the Storm King is worth a try.

Lively modern space at Storm King. They are a brewery, barbecue, cocktail joint…read more Headed over on a summer weekend afternoon. The place was weirdly quiet. They have options outside, booths, tables and bar seating. You have to order at the counter than they bring you your food while drinks/beer are given at the bar. We order some apps consisting of chips and salsa and an order of wings (3). I had an aperol spritz which was delish and had those fun summer vibes. The staff were friendly. The chips look definitely homemade and maybe made fresh when ordered. The salsa is more like a pico and tasty. The wings were good and came with some celery and ranch. They are the whole wing so you'll have to work for your food. Great atmosphere in this neighborhood and fun place to hang out. Parking can be difficult if you're headed down during a twins game. No parking lot, just street parking. They also have a cart of games to play if you're interested in that. I was eying the uno card but didn't have any takers in my party to play against.

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4.3(92 reviews)
6.4 miMerriam Park

Yum-o! I've been wanting to go here for years and saddened I've missed out on this deliciousness…read morethe whole time - the whole time! I tried the Firebox Fries with extra meat. Somehow the fries weren't mushy. This isn't something I'd normally get, but I was surprised at how good it was. I went with a group and was also able to try the coleslaw, sticky rice, and pulled pork. The meat was juicy and amazing. I love the coleslaw and even compared it to other coveted coleslaw - this is my favorite. I'm picky with bbq sauce, but their bbq sauce hit hard. They have a small parking lot - maybe 3 or 4 spots, but there is plenty of street parking. Also worth mentioning you order up front and get a number. They will bring out your food, but you will need to grab your beverage, plates/napkins, and utensils. Hands down better than any other famous and/or Dave you may know.

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3.6(141 reviews)
3.9 miNortheast
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Obligatory - I'm from tx, so I feel like im a good judge of bbq. This place is very decent, and I'd…read moredefinitely be back when I get a craving! A few things I don't love before I move on to the things I did like - everything was so sweet! All of their rubs, on the chicken, the brisket, and ribs, were so sugary. And the baked beans were like half sugar I swear, which I was very disappointed by. Their baked beans were especially sweet, and just not very good, which is so disappointing as they can easily be way better! (Like who uses kidney beans in baked beans)??? And the smoked salmon was definitely not smoked, at all. I did really like the ribs, they had a nice flavor. And the pork candy was good but had some incredibly chewy pieces. The brisket was good, no choice of lean or fatty but what can you except in minnesota lol. I will say the mac and cheese was really awesome, and the overall food was great. Also thought the wings were very yummy. I'd definitely be back, but would pick some different things next time.

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4.0(517 reviews)
3.3 miPowderhorn
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We had a fantastic Saturday lunch here!…read more First of all, the parking: parallel parking must be done on the surrounding streets. We lucked out to find a parking spot very close, and the restaurant wasn't even busy when we were there. I can only imagine parking is quite a challenge at busier times of day. We had a cozy booth. I had a view of the streetside windows and the dining room. Music was at a pleasant low volume in the background--we had no trouble talking and listening to each other. Our server, Lali, took good care of us. We were never left wanting and empty dishes were cleared promptly. Everything came out at an ideal pace, too. My husband had a beer from on tap. I was very happy that they had a couple kinds of cider, so I had one from Minneapolis Cider. We ordered poutine as our appetizer. It was fantastic, and a massive serving! My husband had the brisket philly for his entree; brisket is one of those meat cuts that is tricky to get right, as it easily gets too dry, but the cook absolutely perfected it. I had the smoked trout and greens bowl, which was no only delicious, but was also a feast for the eyes. I have never had trout prepared like this before, only salmon, and this dish was quite special. Just a wonderful place. I can see why it is so highly reviewed.

We came here for a Tuesday during happy hour, and were lucky enough to get a table on the patio…read more Our server, Megan, was super friendly and shared highlights from the menu options and HH drinks. We tried the poutine and a barbecue platter to share. Both were good and I loved the juicy BBQ chicken, but the poutine was notable because there was tons of beef as well as the gravy, cheese curds and all on top of really good fries. Our food came out super fast and hot, and my glass of House Cabernet for eight dollars was a generous poor and a nice wine. There's plenty of street parking in the blocks around this area, and there is a cute bookstore as well as a sustainable goods shop that you should definitely check out across the street. I would love to come back here again!

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