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Honest Grill

4.6 (528 reviews)
PriceyBarbeque, Korean
Open • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Pork Belly
Carol K.

Our servor Andy was so friendly and attentive! I came with my friends and he grilled the meat perfectly and even placed it on our plates. :) The quality of the pork belly and pork collar was exceptional, I will definitely be back fore more!

William D.

The food quality is very good. I am also very intrigued at the no corkage fee as I was looking at the bottles decorating the interior. Reservations were easy since you can book it on Resy. They do have a 2 hour service break between lunch and dinner just an fyi. Some of us got cocktails which all enjoyed. The only thing that could use improvement is the speed of paying the check. Sure, it looked like we were all chatting away but it was another hour of us trying to waive our server down to pay. Overall, not a major deterrent and other than that we thought the service was pretty good. There was a strangeness when perhaps a busser put the raw meat on the table in a strange way. Strange meaning it was put in the way of where the banchan should be and not close to the grill. Long story short we still enjoyed our time and tipped generously. Perhaps it was a short staff day. We are all definitely coming back.

Beef combo
Shelby P.

I was blown away by this place. When walking in it already feels fancy because of the music. Our waiter was so intentional and accommodating throughout the whole time of helping us. He made sure it was coursed out to our liking and kept checking in. The meats were cooked perfectly! The texture was like butter, so easy to eat! Also their secret sauce.... I've got to know the recipe- so good. The only critique is their tofu stew didn't have much flavor.

Hannah L.

Always love coming to Honest Grill, service, food quality and ambience is always on point. This is one of our favorite date night dinner eats. We always get great service, Mar was our server and she took great care of us. She cooked the meat perfectly. The winter kimchi and marinated rib finger is my favorite. I would come here again!

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Frances T.

Hands down one of those "why don't we eat like this every week?" kind of meals. The Korean BBQ was next level tender! So soft it basically surrendered to the grill without a fight. Every bite was smoky, juicy, and dangerously addictive. What really sealed the deal, though, was the service. Andre and Mia were absolute pros: perfectly timed, genuinely friendly, and somehow always there exactly when we needed them (BBQ mind-readers, clearly). Come for the melt in your mouth meat, stay for the top tier hospitality, and leave already planning your return.

Pork Sea Urchin and Cod Roe Rice, pork and beef set
Khang H.

We ordered the beef and pork set for $ 49 per person. We definitely preferred the beef option more than the pork here. Maesil mojito mocktail, the beef brisket, and the sea urchin cod roe were the highlights of the meal. Overall, a bit on the pricey side, but they do have deals going on so it might be worth checking those out.

Steven T.

Took the girlfriend's parents out for some KBBQ and had an amazing lunch! This is a more upscale KBBQ dining experience with higher quality meats and nicer environment. We absolutely loved the food! The meat was tender and had great flavor. They also provide lots of sides dishes that pair well with the meat. Their kimchi was some of the best I have had in the area. Service was also really good as they cook the meat for you and continually checked on us. Definitely on the pricey end but well worth it for a special occasion. Apps: Kimchi Cheese Pancake Entrees: Premium Beef Guide (Dry Aged Ribeye, Ribeye Cap, Short Rib and Marinated Galbi) Sides: Steamed Egg, Soybean Stew, Corn Cheese and Stir Fried Brussel Sprouts

Klara C.

Made a reservation for Sunday night at 6 pm, in a shopping center and so parking was not an issue. They had a variety of cocktails and soju and wine. Cute decor, nice and quiet. A more upscale Korean BBQ place than others. We opted for 2 of the Premium Beef and the Pork & Beef off the Honest Guide. We also ordered the Korean Classic Beef Tartare (appetizer) and Sea Urchin Cod Roe Rice. They bring everything out and gets cooked in front of you pretty quickly. The only service issue we had was towards the end when we were done and he would ask some part of the table if they wanted a refill but I had a difficult time getting his attention for a refill on my drinks. The tartare had great flavor but it was more of Beef pieces instead of your typical chopped beef. The Sea Urchin Cod Roe Rice was my absolute favorite but I think it was just a tad too much mayonnaise. Overall, it was a lot of food but the Premium Beef was our favorite, we loved everything there. Most of the pork and beef was just okay. The Shishito Peppers, Corn Cheese w/ Bacon and the Cheddar Egg Custard were very good. The Soybean Stew was alright. Overall, everything was pretty good and service wasn't bad.

Sides Stir-Fried King Oyster Mushroom
Shafiq A.

The restaurant is really nice. When you walk in you can see the aged beef on display. The atmosphere and vibe is really chill and classy. We were seated pretty quickly and the menu was explained to us. We got the signature beef guide with a side of King oyster mushrooms and corn and cheese without the bacon. The cuts of beef were exceptional! The we're flavorful and delicious with the sauces and the sides. I really liked the scallions and seaweed side. The service was good. They came and cooked for us each of the cuts of beef. I did feel a bit rushed as the waiter came by regularly to checkin and ask if we wanted the next course of beef cooked. Other than that it was a really good meal!

Beef brisket
Elaine C.

Wow--this was probably the best KBBQ I've had, and that's saying a lot considering how many spots there are in NoVa. Honest Grill stands out from traditional KBBQ places with its sleek, dark-toned interior, spacious booth seating, and overall elevated vibe. Our server was incredibly sweet and attentive--she explained the menu thoroughly and cooked all the meats for us at the table, balancing attentiveness with discretion. We ordered two beef guides and a cold buckwheat noodle dish to share among three people. While the meat portions aren't huge, I actually appreciated that--it allowed us to really enjoy the wide variety of banchan (side dishes) without feeling overwhelmed. Honest Grill clearly prioritizes quality over quantity, which suits my taste perfectly. The beef brisket was average, but all the other cuts were excellent. The marinated rib finger was definitely my favorite cut: fatty, flavorful, and melt in your mouth tender. The banchan was also a highlight. They offered a great mix of classics--pickled radish, cucumber and onion, kimchi--as well as two refreshing salads: a green onion and cabbage salad, and a spring mix with creamy dressing. As a veggie lover, I devoured both. From the special sides included with the meat guides, we picked the stir-fried brussels sprouts (amazing--especially with whole garlic cloves) and tofu kimchi (too salty; would not recommend). One of the unexpected stars of the meal was the cold buckwheat noodles (bibim naengmyeon). The chewy noodles, paired with crisp red cabbage, daikon, and cucumber in a chilled broth with the spicy sauce was sooo satisfying--I kept going back for more. It was exactly what we needed to cut through the richness of the meat. I was thoroughly impressed with my entire experience and am already looking forward to coming back to try their lunch sets.

Rib finger lunch set and bibim cold noodles

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Andy did an amazing job! The quality of meat is unmatched and sides were perfection. The service was great!

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The food is very tasty. Our server, Jennifer, was friendly and cooked the meat perfectly. Thumbs up.

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Ask the Community - Honest Grill

Do they have table setup for large parties, l 6-10 adults?

Yes. But call first. They do have rooms as well for large groups.

Are any of the meats served here halal?

I just called them. Beef lamb and chicken halal !

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