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    Meet Korean BBQ

    4.2 (431 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndBarbeque, Korean
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:45 PM

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    small beef feast
    Mike L.

    Meet has great service and cooks the meat for you however it's not worth the price. Meet is dimly lit inside with the check in in the middle of the restaurant. There's also a unisex restroom space with 3 individual rooms and a communal hand washing space. Upon seating, you'll get a corn cheese to share. Meet is NOT AYCE but by item (wagyus) or by sets. I got the small beef feast which is recommended for 2 people (large is for 3-4 people). We got 4 different cuts of meat, some banchan, soybean stew, and soufflé egg as part of the set. The banchan are not typical at other Korean spots and were too vinegary for my liking. The stew was light in flavor and the egg was good. Meat was tender and again, cooked by staff. Overall, the Korean food here is americanized and not what you usually think of. Although staff cooks for you, it's pretty pricey. I'd rather enjoy the food and meat at other kbbq spots. There's also a included 20% gratuity so keep that in mind.

    Banchan
    Aindra T.

    Overall: great service and vibes, decent food, pricey. Great for a date night spot. The atmosphere and service here were definitely the highlight of the experience. The servers cook the meat for you, which is definitely welcomed especially when having a few glasses of soju with your dinner. We got the signature feast for the 2 of us, as well as the steak tartare. The amount of food was okay, but definitely on the pricier side. Yhe meat quality was decent, but nothing super outstanding. I would skip the yukhoe, it wasnt bad but I wouldn't get it again. The one at Daeho has a lot more flavor to it. My one real complaint was that ALL of the banchan were pickled items. And this is coming from someone who loves pickles and sour things. I was craving some fishcake, bean sprouts, spinach, potato... ANYTHING that was more umami/savory. As a kbbq and banchan lover, I was disappointment by the assortment. Honestly, the overall experience was good and I'd recommend coming here once, but I'm not sure it's worth more than that. I don't mind spending more money on a nice meal, I just don't think the value is really here.

    Beef Feast small + Zabuton a la carte
    Yuri Y.

    Dropped by the other day and was shocked by how nice this place is! This was my first time experiencing KBBQ where they cook for you! Totally blown away by the service and attention to detail. They never burnt or overcooked my meat, it was perfectly medium rare every single time. The meat doesn't need any sauces either, just a touch of salt and it goes a long way. Huge shout to out our waiter, Andre & Larry. They took care of our table and were really fun to talk to! They made sure to time the cooking and brought in our banchans so we never ran out. The interior of this place is super cool, its low light ambiance with undertones of purple is kind of romantic hahah. Totally bring your partners here... for the good food ofc Overall I had a great time! I'd come again~

    Mireya S.

    When you step in the vibe is very chill. We came here for our office Christmas party. Everything was so flavorful and fresh. Not your typical Korean BBQ as they have a cook at your table cooking the meat for you. Our cook Jessie was so informative and answered all our questions. We all left happy with full belly's.

    Signature feast
    Aaron C.

    The meat was higher quality but it's small portions. What is this a kbbq for ants? I have been to korea so it's unfair to compare to their cheaper and better quality meats but I could go to Baekjeong in Lynnwood and feed 2 people quite heartily for around 100 bucks. I don't think the slightly better quality makes up for the 100 dollars. The service was nice and the ambiance ismore of an intimate vibe which is a suitable for a date night. I don't think it's worth coming here personally.

    Aaliyah H.

    We've been to Seattle twice and Meet KBBQ has been on my food lists both times! My bf and I got the signature feast and it was the perfect amount of food for us considering we haven't eaten all day. Everything was so good, but wasn't crazy about their spread of banchan, I only liked maybe 3. Servers cook for you and there was never a time where we felt like our meats were cooking past our preference of medium rare. They already add 20% gratuity to your tab but jokes on them, I was already going to tip 20%. Restaurant is nicely decorated and clean, good place for date night! I'll be waiting to eat this again the next time I'm back in Seattle!

    Zabuton
    Mike L.

    Offers a great dining experience with a stylish interior, friendly service, and high-quality meats. We ordered the marinated bone-in short ribs, pork belly kimchi fried rice, and the zabuton. Everything was cooked well and paired nicely with their wide variety of banchan, which added a lot of flavor and balance to the meal. Overall, it's a solid spot for Korean BBQ--great food, great service, and a place we'd definitely return to.

    Beef
    Katherine G.

    I've heard a lot about this place, and figured I would try it for their Seattle Restaurant Week menu. We made a reservation ahead of time and were promptly seated at a large table. It was a three course set menu with different types of meat, and they had the banchan already set up at the table. There were a few items, but none stood out that much. We also got the steamed egg and doenjang jjigae which I actually really liked. Onto the meat - the portions were quite small but they all did taste pretty good. I liked the pork belly and the more premium beef options a lot. They cook it all for you so you don't even have to do any work. Overall, this is definitely a more boujee kbbq experience and not the traditional one you might be used to. I think it's a good experience once but I probably wouldn't be back.

    Ribeye and banchan

    My wife and I came here for Valentine's Day, and it was possibly the most disappointing kbbq experience I've had. We got the valentines menu, which included a ribeye, wagyu, and galbi along with the full spread of banchan, soup, soufflé egg, and kimchi fried rice. The menu was $149 per person with a 20% mandatory service charge, totaling $400 after tax. There were issues each step of the way. Part of the reason there is a mandatory 20% service charge is because they cook all the meat for you. This apparently should not be a selling point... The ribeye was overcooked, probably in part due to the waitress starting the meat, then a different waiter switching in to flip the meat and later cut the meat, and finally the original waitress flipping the cuts and taking it off the grill to be eaten. The wagyu was the possibly the worst. The marbling was not deserving of the price in the first place, but they were also horribly under cooked. You expect wagyu to melt in your mouth, but these filled your mouth with an overabundance of oil, followed up with a chewy, gristly center. We travel to Japan multiple times a year to visit family and have never had such poorly cooked yet expensive Wagyu. The last meat was galbi, and again was overcooked and gristly. Not much to talk about here. To top off this incredibly disappointing experience, we had to box our own leftovers to go, for a $400 meal. I cannot in good faith recommend Meet.

    Zabuton add-on to the pork feast
    Monica M.

    Came here late on Halloween and it was surprisingly empty, which was good for us because of the craziness outside. Ordered the pork feast but the cuts were not enjoyable, way too much fat and the pork belly just turned tough so quickly. Very glad we added on beef Zabuton because it is worth the $65 compared to rest of the meat. The marinated pork bulgogi was the next best thing even though it was a but pasty. Bar was already closed when we arrived (odd, since we made a reservation and had the last time slot) so we weren't able to try drinks except for soda, and getting even that was like pulling teeth with our server. We left feeling the $300 tab wasn't worth it. If we try here again we'll skip the pork and stick to the higher end beef choices.

    Sam L.

    Located on a street corner, we were welcomed and quickly taken to our table. The inside was nicely decorated with sharp and modern edges. For a group of 3, we ordered both the beef feast and pork feast. This location cooks your meat for you, which was a bit different than my usual experiences. The beef was nicely cooked and tender, but the portion was still quite small. The pork feast was really disappointing in flavor, and I honestly can't recommend it and would suggest ordering something else. The side dishes they served were also mediocre. The servers were nice and attentive though, and answered questions we had, as well as assisted us very quickly! However, for the price of this location, I can't say it offers anything unique (aside from high quality cuts of beef) for its dining experience to justify the price.

    Ed Y.

    This place is so good that I went back twice within a week. Everyones knows that Korean BBQ is good but there are the type that is just average that you can't tell one restaurant from the other and there are the ones that stand out from the rest and this is of the latter. I normally prefer Suwon style kalbi because they are more tender and has a sweet undertone. Although this is not Suwon style but it's still delicious. I highly highly recommend the marinated beef short ribs and prefer it over any thing else. They do have a lot of combo choices and if it's your first time trying Korean BBQ then order a combo. But if you know Korean BBQ then I'd highly recommend the marinated kalbi because they are tender juicy and absolutely phenomenal. It's so good that I'd rate them as good as top 3 in the Bay Area. The pork belly is also good but beef is better in this case. Service is very good. It's mostly young guys cooking for you which is different from many family style Korean restaurants where ajuma cook but it's more high-class and modern I guess? I'd totally put this a must go restaurant in Seattle if you like meat. If you are vegetarian don't bother. Place itself is also nicer inside than you'd expect from the building itself. Overall one of the best restaurants in Seattle or maybe even in the US for Korean BBQ fans.

    Lorene P.

    Great service and ambiance. As soon as I walked in, the entry and vibe reminded me of Antoya in NYC. Our visit to Antoya was because it was visited by BTS. The personable waiter at Meet told us that Stray Kids recently dined at Meet!! The food was fresh, delicious, and generous. Loved the comp egg soufflé (light but not eggy) and Stew. The selection of banchan was awesome. For the 4 of us, we ordered 2 Beef Feast and one side of Kurobuta Pork. Each feast came with a bowl of rice. The servers rotate harmoniously through the restaurant to check on the grill. We couldn't leave without meeting the owner to compliment him on this awesome restaurant. Authentic in Seattle!

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    Cancelled reservation within a few hours of making and was charged. Not a great policy.

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    Staff is super friendly and the restaurant has a very nice vibe. Food was very tasty but also very expensive. Food is cooked for you.

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    Ask the Community - Meet Korean BBQ

    Does the restaurant allow diners to take home the cooked meat they are too full to finish?

    Yes, this place is not an all-you-can eat establishment.

    Is this place all you can eat?

    nope

    Can you eat here as a party of 1?

    Yes, they have a la carte options.

    Would this restaurant be a good choice for a solo foodie?

    Definitely. Between the service and experience you would not be bored

    Do they serve rice paper?

    I do not think so, as that would not be considered part Korean food...

    When is happy hour?

    4-6 daily

    Do you serve parties of 2?

    Yes, we do serve parties of 2 though reservations can be made through our online system for parties of 4 or more at this time.

    Approximately how much does the small and large beef or pork feast serve?

    Small is for Two (1lb) of Meat Large is for Four (2lb) of Meat

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    Paju

    4.5(423 reviews)
    0.9 miSouth Lake Union
    $$

    Had a great experience here. We ordered a really good spread starting with the beef tartare and the…read moreBugak which are their oxtail hand rolls. The beef tartare was incredible. The Korean pear mixed in adds a lot of great flavor and the seaweed chips it comes with are a really nice touch. The oxtail in the hand rolls were super tender too. For mains we got the Paju fried rice and the 14oz dry aged New York steak. The fried rice had a really nice flavor to it. The steak was definitely a standout since it was very well cooked and super tender. I really liked all the sides that were served with it! Highly recommend this spot if you want a really high quality meal.

    Was on the last night of a work trip, and was initially thinking I was solo. So was not looking to…read moreeat trash. I looked up Paju before in South Lake Union nearby my hotel, and was excited to try it. Ended up finding a partner in crime anyway, and headed over close to closing time. Place is dark and modern, although I appreciate the wood oven being front and center. Owner was a little awkward given the timing, however she warmed up to us pretty quick when she said she was going to be in/out as we promised, and did appreciate the food itself. Got the sesame negroni, which was a unique and untraditional way to approach this cocktail. The sesame made it very different, and it remained as strong as I liked. The bugak (almost like a Korean taco with oxtail) was awesome. They were kind of just 2 bites of food each, however what was there exploded with flavor. I could've eaten 5 of these. NY strip was just ok. Didn't get any dry aged flavor from it at all. Not enough seasoning either. Bachan with it--brussel sprouts, kimchi--were tasty though, and the Paju fried rice was awesome. I wish they could put some beef/fish with that and call it a day. One of my favorite fried rice preparation I've had, but hey, I'm a sucker for squid ink. Would definitely come back here next time I'm in Seattle. Next time would sub the steak for the seafood jeon or branzino, however really nice meal otherwise. Compared favorably to other elevated Asian cuisine I've had (Joule in Seattle, Goosefeather in Tarrytown NY, Danji in NYC).

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    Chan Seattle

    4.3(1.2k reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown
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    Ella was amazing! We had a big party and she made the whole dinner seamless. Food was delicious as…read morewell. Thank you again!

    Outstanding taste rooted in Asian flavors, and modernized. Excellent choice to celebrate an…read moreanniversary or special occasion. We were greeted warmly by our host, Steven, and seated earlier than our reservation. He and his colleagues was attentive and hospitable through the meal. The steak tartare was excellent with the sweetness of Asian pear paired with the earthiness of beef. The black cod sauce was addicting and balanced between sweet and savory, and the cod was flaky. The hanger steak ssam was blended at the table and had great richness and body with the beef. The sharpness from the cod sauce helped even out the buttery rice. The ginger crème brûlée was unique. The crème delivered the ginger in a bold, but not overpowering way. The caramel sauce and ice cream cooperated with all the flavor. Not too sweet It has been a long time since experiencing an "elevated" Asian meal as corny as it sounds. If you're into internet memes, then the charge is having a succulent Korean meal. Possible improvements: standard size plates instead of tapas style small plates (though I understand heir intent was for family style sharing). Additional table linen or plates to place your utensils because a small plate can't hold a fork, spoon, and chopsticks while you take portions from the main dishes. Conjoined to the paramount hotel, not sure what the parking situation is like since we arrived via light rail. Definitely would recommend if you're in the area.

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    Chan Seattle - Part of the private dining table which is separated by a curtain

    Part of the private dining table which is separated by a curtain

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    Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup

    4.3(483 reviews)
    9.0 mi
    $$$

    This was me and my family's first time trying Daeho after hearing about it and the whole experience…read morewas fantastic! The food and service were amazing. Our server Collin gave us suggestions on what to add in our kalbijjim along with recommendations on appetizers and other dishes to try. He was welcoming and very attentive. Would definitely come again!

    5 Stars. Service…read morePromptness Kalbi Tang Thats it. Well, the Suyuk is a very solid choice also and so it Bibimbaps. The crowds are less heavy now and yelp joining the waitlist is super convenient. Although today's waitlist join said it would take 16-33min to be seated, I got the text that table was ready within 3 minutes. We were still en route and made it within 15 minutes but were removed from the waitlist because we didn't answer the 3 minute call. Nonetheless, we only waited 10min for another table. The dining area that is nearest to reception can get "cold" particularly the corner, we sat there once and your elders will not like it. Today we got seated there again and decided to wait for the other side where the AC wasn't full blast. Its all chill. Friendly, accommodating staff. The food comes fast, like Din Tai Fung. The cost too, is like DTF. Overall, its good, but not worth the higher cost, but the service and cleanliness make it a combined 5 Star. The Kalbi Tang is the star, a must get every single visit.

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    Lil Pocha - Jjajang rice

    Lil Pocha

    4.3(20 reviews)
    0.3 miCapitol Hill

    Visited here very hungry after bouldering for a couple hours. They keep it nice and warm in here…read morewhich I loved (I noticed a lot of Seattle restaurants don't turn on heating :')). It is set up like a cute korean style bar with small round tables which make sharing easier. They have a pretty good selection on their menu and we ordered a couple of items to share. The Rose Ttoekbokki with cheese was very yummy, but it kinda tasted like pasta with rice cakes instead of spaghetti. I think that is the point of this dish, so if you want a more traditional spicy flavor then get the other ttoekbokki option (spicy rice cakes). We still loved this one and the rice cakes were so chewy and delicious. The cheese corn was very yummy and exactly what you would expect. It pairs perfectly with the other dishes. My friends also shared the Seafood ramen and Beef bulgogi. They liked both dishes. One of our favorite things were the side dishes actually! The tofu was so yummy, and the bean sprouts were so crunchy and well seasoned. We even asked for extra! The only aspect that makes it difficult to come more often is the price point. Since the dishes are so big and shareable, it is easy to split amongst a group, but it is a little less affordable to come here for dinner and drinks.

    A cozy little Korean bar! There aren't that many tables, but I enjoyed this vibe. Service was quite…read morefast on Saturday evening. We ordered: -Fish cake soup: pretty good, the soup had a good depth in flavor and I liked the variety in fish cake. Perfect for a rainy day. -Tteokbokki: was a bit spicy and the rice cake was chewy and cooked well. I've had better sauce though. -kimchi pancake: wasn't our favorite. Was a bit too thick and had too much batter - I like these to be more crispy and thin. Overall, a fun place for a casual Korean bar food.

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    Kimchi House - Pork Belly

    Kimchi House

    4.3(341 reviews)
    4.9 miBallard
    $$

    Solid place to grab Korean food in Ballard, despite it being one of the only Korean restaurants in…read morethis area (that I'm aware of). Have been in a few times and have had a solid experience each time. Fairly small place and not THAT many tables. You order at the counter and then sit down. It's self serve for water, silverware, and complimentary barley tea, which is nice. Both times the customer service when ordering was fine but not super friendly. I was the one saying "hello" first and saying "how are you?" before the cashier said anything. Kind of awkward/standoffish but not a dealbreaker when the food is good. Most recently I had the kimchi jigae, which was relatively spicy, even when I asked for less spicy (and they said they could accommodate). I'd say it was like 2-3 stars. Flavor was great though and it was a decent portion (for $17) and satisfying. Also, a pretty wide range of menu options, despite it being a small place. There were 4 complimentary banchan dishes (napa kimchi, cucumber kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, and fish cakes). Note that I don't think there are free refills like other places... maybe you can ask but I didn't see anyone doing so. For 1-2 people, it's a relatively generous amount. Also, only certain dishes come with the banchan, so be sure to read the menu carefully if you are wanting the banchan.

    This spot is a hidden gem in Ballard. It's not the best Korean food I've had but definitely has all…read morethe comfort food you need for a cold day if you don't want to drive far out to fed way or Lynnwood. Seafood pancake was crispy and paired well with the dipping sauce. Banchan was on point but galbi was a bit on the sweeter side + had a bit too much fat and soondubu tasted more like kimchi jiggae. Overall tho, fair prices & good selection of Korean comfort food!

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