We loved our experience at Nubiani. This is classic KBBQ. The accoutrement and the mains were all amazing. Our favorite was the marinated short rib, but everything was phenomenal. The service was noticeably great, too. Everything had just the right spice level, and it was a really outstanding meal. Would absolutely recommend and return! read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Been a fan of Nubiani since they opened and have probably eaten there more than 6-7 times now. Food is consistent and meat quality is good. It's got a nice upscale atmosphere and service is attentive. Would recommend but would caution that if you're ordering à la carte they require one meat order per person. read more

We made reservations for 4 people a week before and came to the restaurant on time. Unfortunately the seating was very uncomfortable and the manager of the restaurant refused to switch the bench for 2 chairs to accommodate my disability because "it didn't fit their decor perfectly." We were deeply offended and left the restaurant to eat at the nearby restaurant. We would never return. This place should be shut down because they discriminate against the disabled and refused to switch 1 chair to accommodate my back injury. How upsetting is that? Service is horrible. Do yourself a favor, don't bother to come there! Oh and also they tell you that you can only spend 1.5 there, a limit on your stay. You get the picture. Don't waste your time and better spend your money elsewhere. read more

This was a nice splurge lunch. Nubiani is inside a business building and oversees the corner of 32nd street... through its high windows. What a view. The decor is modern and clean. Like feels more upscale than your regular KBBQ spots. Made a reservation bc someone told me it can get quite pack. However, we went on a Thursday and notice it wasn't pack. Service was great, just like a good KBBQ spot, they will cook for you table-side, bring you all the yummy ban chan! We opted for the lunch BBQ with spicy pork. It was delicious and we left super full! The sides were also very good - the kimchi was delicious! It's the aged version and comes with a tofu stew. We got greedy and ordered a pancake... ugh, it was not needed! But it was so so good tho. It was definitely more food than we could eat for lunch... but we managed to eat 80% of our food. A splurge lunch, bc the price tag is a little higher than your average KBBQ. Enjoy! read more

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The food was pretty good. The meat was good quality and they gave good side dishes including ice cream in the end, which was a surprise. Service was solid. However, I felt pretty uncomfortable that the staff wanted to kick us out at exactly 90-minute mark. I know many restaurants do this now and this was on the reservation page too, but it's just absurd to limit how long guests can have a meal after 20% minimum tipping. The restaurant was nicely decorated but they mostly just had high tops if you just have two people. I wouldn't come back to a restaurant that kicks out guests at 90 minutes. read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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What a nice kbbq experience!! I rlly liked the shrimp & chive pancake bc it wasn't super heavy and not full of batter like other places. Pretty light and crispy with a lot of shrimp and chives. Skirt steak was my fav, very tender and so much authentic flavor. Boneless short rib tasted like wagyu, very marbled and fatty and almost melts in your mouth. Honorable mention to the steamed egg that the meal comes with. Super fluffy and sweet!! They cook the meat for you and service is rlly good, they're super attentive when side dishes run low. Definitely will need a reservation! They offer 10% discount if you bring cash. Will be coming back again :) read more

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Came here again yesterday. This time for lunch. Party of 4 and we ordered the large beef package, japchae and black cod. We were stuffed. Take the tiny elevator up in the old office building and you're immediately transported to a much classier restaurant than you'd expect. Service was great. This is one of the spots that cooks and serves you and our server was pleasant/ professional. Refills for banchan etc. came without asking. They let us know that their fluffy eggs etc were bottomless with our meal. Roughly $100/PP. Bring cash! They have a nice 10% cash discount. read more

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A high end Korean bbq in the city that does the job of a) quality ingredients and high end service with traditional feel and taste, and b) elevated dining without the smokiness you can get at k bbq. Felt there was enough food and good variety. Was there for my daughter's birthday. I would recommend highly. read more

Nubiani - Stew Kimchi Stew / 김치찌개 - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here for a celebration dinner and it did not disappoint! We ordered the small beef package and it was a good amount for 2 people. There were so many banchan and side dishes. They included a fluffy egg and kimchi stew for us. It's kind of hard to find, but once you find the building it's in, then you go up the elevator and you will find yourself in the restaurant. The tables were set up in little pods while someone was cooking the meat for you and refilling your drinks and side dishes. It definitely felt like a premium experience. The pacing of the meal was great too, nobody was rushing us so we were able to enjoy our food! The meat quality was beyond and definitely worth it. I would come here again and again! read more

Nubiani - Beef Small Package - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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A nice elevated KBBQ spot with full service, good quality meats, and great banchan! We got a small beef package to share, and it was actually enough food for 4 girls to share. There's free rice, stew, ssam, and steamed egg for the table so there's lots of other things to eat. The free ice cream at the end is also a great touch! The kimchi stew was a surprising favorite of mine. Service was great, and they refill things proactively so you don't even need to ask. read more

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Celebrated a family member's birthday here and had a great time doing so! It's located on the third floor and there are two elevators available which probably only comfortably fit six people (max weight is 1500lb I believe). The servers are all so attentive with replenishing the side dishes, and our server/chef did a fantastic and efficient job grilling the barbecue for us. The machinery used is quite good at diffusing the smells from grilling so I didn't have the usual issue of coming home smelling like barbecue. The meats were all very nice quality and for a party of six, we left comfortably full after ordering the Nubiani set (which is only supposed to feed four), and two noodle dishes (japchae and spicy buckwheat). We also all received complimentary ice cream. An awesome thing is you get 10% off your order if you pay in cash (and there's an atm near the entrance). read more

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Worth all the rave! My friend and I got the small beef package and it came with a great variety of meats and banchan. You also get steamed egg and a choice of kimchi jjigae or doenjang jjigae. The meat was good quality, rich, and flavorful. I really liked that they cook everything for you and guide you on what to pair each bite with. I know I would have definitely messed it up if I had to cook it myself. My only complaint is that parties of two can only get counter seating. It felt a bit tight since the banchan take up a lot of space. The soup from the party next to me was right on the edge and really close to my side, so I had to be careful not to knock it over and ended up sitting uncomfortably for most of the meal. read more

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This Korean BBQ restaurant was so busy even on a Tuesday night which shocked me at first but with the service that we given the night of, I fully understood why. It did take a little while to get into our table for our reservation but it wasn't too long and I didn't mind it because they had a place to rest as we waited. The restaurant had a classy bar vibe with the dimmed lights and we also treated ourselves to a pack of free matches and a restaurant card. Once seated we ordered a couple of interesting dishes and were quickly greeted with the side dishes. We ordered the Seafood Pancake, the Salmon Kettle Hot Pot Rice, the Spicy Buckwheat Noodles and the Grilled Black Cod along with our barbecue meats. Out of these 4, the three of us really enjoyed the Grilled Black Cod, it was super tender which we were not expecting. This does not mean that we did not enjoy the other dishes as they were great as well. Not to mention the server mixed and served everything for us either into our plates or into little sharing bowls! The barbecued meats were also super delicious and tender. The server did take note that I was pregnant and even asked if we wanted our beef to be well done which I did ask for a small portion to be. This has been something I have been struggling with because I love medium rare beef but to my surprise, the beef was still juicy even when well done! Then we finished off with some complimentary ice cream which was vanilla soft serve topped off with a little bit of honey yuzu jam which was super refreshing after a hot meal! The meal was great and the service was impeccable as well! read more

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Nubiani was my most luxurious BBQ dinner experience I've ever had by far! The entrance is through a stairway or elevator, but once you enter, the setting changes into an intimate area and glass walls of the building reveal the city buildings, which is so pretty at night! You experience the full-service cooking from the staff so you can enjoy your meal without worrying about burning your kbbq. The meat quality of our Large Beef Package was standard but since it was cooked and served to us, we enjoyed everything they way it's supposed to be served. Ordering a Beef Package or one meat item per person is quite a lot per person, though. We were extremely full by the end of our meal, and could've opted for less portions. The beef package comes with different types of short ribs and skirt steak. I believe we added brisket as we had a party of six. We had a kimchi stew and fluffy steamed egg for the sides. Green onion salad, bean sprout kimchi, and other pickled vegetables are served to enjoy with the meats. I also liked that they had fresh wasabi, which went really well with all the beef cuts. Attentiveness and attention to detail were the standouts for Nubiani. It is ideal for big parties, and the ambience is by far one of the nicest I've come across in terms of location. It was a great experience, and I'd recommend this if you're looking for more than your casual kbbq experience. read more

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I considered this my favorite kbbq spot in NYC but my recent visit has me questioning its status on my list of top kbbq spots. I usually take friends and family members here whenever I am craving kbbq but I fear the quality of the meat has gone down. read more

Nubiani - Beef package small - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Party of 4 - reservations at 6.30 - Friday night plans. I didn't make the reservations but I guess it's a little tricky? Also, cash payment saves you around 10% so hit that bank before you go. Our group of four ordered the following and racked up a meal around $78 pp (not $200): Nubiani package Japchae Kimchi pancake I enjoyed (ish) how they cooked for us to ensure the meat was cooked properly and they were great at attentiveness and service. I just couldn't spill the tea with anything too hot. Additionally, the tables felt so far away and the restaurant was  little dimly lit/loud so I also felt like I was yelling trying to discuss with my friends I was sitting across.   Anyways - I enjoyed the first meat in the package (can't remember, it was beef) and the pork belly. The rice was kinda gummy and I liked the kimchi pancake. I thought what we ordered was plenty but next time maybe I'll order more meat in sub of the japchae.   Great time, happy we went but no huge hurry to come back. read more

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Food & service was amazing. Can't wait to be back in NYC so I can go again. Really good free ice cream dessert

Very yummy and would recommend. Definitely in the top 3 nyc kbbq spots at the moment. Similar to Cote, Cote might have slightly better quality meat. They also do a free fun little soft serve ice cream for dessert. Ordered: - Marinated Short Ribs - Marinated Shoulder Butt - Skirt Steak - Kimchi Stew - Mushroom Kettle Hot Pot Rice The only thing I wouldn't reorder is the Mushroom rice. It was fine but compared to everything else we had it just didn't standout to me. Egg Soufflé was basically perfection, the perfect balance of fluffiness and egg flavor. Service was great, waiters cook the meat for you so each piece is cooked to perfection. Vibes were great. Great place for a cute little date night. read more

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Yum yum yum! I was excited to try Nubiani since everyone hypes about it. The heads up you should know is that there is a minimum spend per person, even if you go with a group as small as 3 people. This is annoying because the small beef platter would have been enough food for the 3 of us who went. That being said, the food is still amazing. The quality of the meat cuts were so good and I was obsessed with the marinated short ribs they served last in the small beef platter package. The soybean stew doesn't have pork so I chose this, and it was OK. The egg soufflé and scallion salad were so yummy though. Lots of great banchan that they refill for free. The servers were so nice and attentive. We also ordered some sides as well which were so delicious. The wagyu persimmon salad and the perulo oil buckwheat noodles were fantastic. It seems like you can't go wrong with anything you order here. For 2 sides and a small beef platter it was around $80ish pp, which can be compared to some of the other places in Ktown. They give you 10% off if you use cash, and they have an ATM directly in the restaurant which is a little funny but hey it works. read more

Nubiani - Small beef platter - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Finally made it to Nubiani for a celebratory meal! For a party of 4, we went for the large beef set as recommended. All of the meat options were of high quality and were very tasty, tender, and juicy. In particular I really enjoyed the seasoned short rib and the marinated short rib! The veggies were very fresh! Our set came with the steamed egg which was super fluffy and well seasoned, as well as the soybean jjigae which was packed with zucchini and tofu. We also got the shrimp chive pancake that was super crispy and had a good balance of chives and shrimp. The banchan were tasty especially with the zucchini and spring onions. Staff were friendly and helpful with the cooking/serving. I liked how they displayed the meat for a little bit (for the pics) before starting to cook it. The restaurant is on the 3rd floor and pretty spacious with big windows, comfortable seating, chic and minimalistic decor. I also really appreciated the ventilation system because I left without smelling like Korean BBQ. Nubiani definitely lived up to the hype!! read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Saw a post on threads that highly recommended this place and bookmarked it. Finally got to try it last night, made a booking on resy for 4 people at 6:30pm Thursday night. They will only seat your party when everyone is there. There's a waiting area next to the elevators on the left side. When we were ordering, we were a bit surprised they had a minimum spend required per person, so you'd have to pick between the package for 4 (the 2 more expensive packages on the bottom since the top 2 was only for 2 people) or order 4 meats... and you can't swap it with other dishes on the sides (we wanted to also get japchae and seafood pancake). I think overall the food was ok, not that impressed, and I didn't like the fact that we had to order one meat per person at minimum, cost does add up and it was pretty pricey so we didn't get to try other items. We went with the nubiani package and I only really liked the first one out of all the cuts. They do grill and cook the meat for you so that's nice and all the side dishes are free, you can ask for refills as well. I didn't really like the flavors of the sides so that was also just ok for me. The egg was really fluffy and filling though. They also have complimentary ice cream at the end. If you pay by cash you get 10% off and they'll tell you there's an atm on the side that doesn't charge fees. Interesting experience, with all the options around, I probably won't be coming back again. Our meal came out to be around $70 per person, with this price I'd go for other AYCE options elsewhere. read more

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Such high quality ingredients, attentive staff, and great atmosphere. Amazing dinner! Got the small beef set which looks deceptively small on the menu. The side dishes are continually refilled throughout the evening and the set comes with steamed egg (also refillable) and either soybean or kimchi soup. All the beef was perfectly cooked: tender and slightly smokey. Delicious. They end the meal with a small portion of complimentary soft serve with kumquat jam -- great way to cap the evening! read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

***10% OFF IF YOU PAY CASH*** I came here for the first time earlier this month with my husband, sister-in-law, and their cousin and we all split a Nubiani Package with soondubu/soybean paste stew (you get a choice of stew with the package) and Cold Buckwheat Noodles. We had a reservation, so we didn't have to wait longer than 5 mins for our table to be ready. The bonchon was delicious and plentiful - my favorites being the watercress and the steamed egg. The noodles were also very flavorful. As for the meat, the only meat that was really tasty and memorable was the short rib, which was unfortunately served first followed by the rest of the meats. The rest of the meat was cooked well, but nothing to write home about which is disappointing for the price you pay. Having wasabi to accompany the sauce and salt was something I've never experienced before, but it worked for the meat lol. The service was efficient and friendly though (the waitress literally stands next to your table the entire time cooking), the establishment was clean, and the fans are built INTO the grill instead of being on top of the grill so your clothes don't wind up smelling like KBBQ when you leave, which I love. Honestly, for the value, I preferred Ahgassi KBBQ across the street but I'm still glad I finally tried Nubiani. read more

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100% the best Korean Bbq in NYC. Want to impress anyone take them here. I don't even eat meat but i almost did today I loved all the fish and veggies. No question I will eat here over and over again. Top notch service and beautiful modern decor. I cant wait to come back! read more

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Came here for friends' birthday dinners. The bbq was good, especially since we didn't have to do the cooking. The place also had good ventilation so our clothes and hair didnt smell after. We got our orders quickly and the service was attentive. Theres also a cash discount of 10%, so be prepared if you want the discount. read more

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This is Korean BBQ done with intention. The meat quality speaks immediately--beautifully marbled cuts presented cleanly and thoughtfully, clearly sourced with care. Every slice hits the grill evenly, rendering perfectly without needing excessive seasoning or sauce. When beef tastes this good on its own, you know you're in the right place. Banchan selection is refined and well-balanced, not just filler. Pickled vegetables, kimchi, and accompaniments are crisp, fresh, and reset the palate between bites. Sauces are subtle and purposeful, enhancing rather than masking the beef. Service is polished and attentive without hovering, and the pacing of the meal feels deliberate--never rushed, never stagnant. Nubiani understands that great KBBQ is about restraint, timing, and quality over excess. If you're serious about premium Korean BBQ and appreciate precision over spectacle, Nubiani absolutely delivers. read more

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My 5th time back to Nubiani and it gets better and better everytime. Derek took care of us and he was the best time. Small beef package with brisket and japche, so so good. it's really worth the price and deserves any special occasion, visitors, etc. I'll die on the hill that Nubiani is delivering the best kbbq in nyc. thanks for having us read more

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Definitely one of my favorite Korean bbq experiences. Nubiani features a high end experience where the servers will cook your meats and the bonchon that the meats come with are all so flavorful. I loved the marinated short ribs. The green onion salad was my favorite side. It even comes with egg soufflé and kimchi soup not pictured. My only feedback is that I wish there were more sauces or that the other meats had a bit more flavor. It's a very lively atmosphere but once you are seated, it feels more of a private experience. Random but the restrooms have individual mouthwashes and lotion which is a nice touch. I'd recommend this restaurant for anybody looking for a high end kbbq experience! read more

Nubiani - Small beef package - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

We tried the lunch menu from NUBIANI on a rainy weekday afternoon and it did not disappoint! We tried the beef set menu and we were stuffed. It came with eight side dishes and different cuts of beef. The beef was super tender and charred on the outside. The waitress was also very friendly and professional grilling meat for us. read more

Went to Nubiani for dinner with a friend and had a really great experience. The space is sleek and modern with soft lighting and a comfortable upscale vibe. The service was attentive and the staff helped explain the menu and cooked the meat for us, which made everything feel smooth and easy. The dinner set was delicious and we were so satisfied and full. All of the meats were tender and juicy and cooked perfectly. The banchan and steamed egg that came with the meal were really good and went well with the meats. The cold noodle was so delicious, I would go back for that again! Portions were generous and everything tasted high quality. Overall, amazing spot for a nice Korean BBQ dinner! read more

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This is my third time here. Hovering between a 3 and a 4. They are enforcing a rule where each person must order a meat entree (minus our child.) However, eating a whole ribeye steak would be hard for me either way. We ordered the boneless short ribs (this was by far the best). Best flavor and it was the softest. The ribeye was okay. It did not taste the freshest. The marinated short ribs were very strange. It had a really grainy texture, like was left too long in the marinade. We couldn't finish all of this and had to take it home. The baan chan was replaced at a rapid rate. I was confused why they would replace it even though it was not empty yet. It seemed a little wasteful. The perillia oil noodles were soft and a had good flavor. It was a pretty small portion for the price, probably enough for two people to share and four people to have a small taste. The squid and beef pancakes were made well and very thin. The staff was very nice. One of them was very sweet and offered to cook meat longer for my child. He even offered to cut it up without me prompting him. I think the boneless short rib is the way to go. However, I don't think I can eat so much meat, so probably won't be returning. read more

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Ah... one of the high end Korean BBQ spots pinned on my Google Maps. We celebrated my son's 21st birthday here and it did not disappoint. The ambiance was nice and fit for his celebration. The banchans were amazing and my son's favorite, the egg soufflé, didn't disappoint. There were loads of meat coming and they were deliciously seasoned. I must day service is top notch! Our server/cook was always on point t and we didn't have to wait long for dishes to be cooked. What a wonderful experience indeed for this special celebration. We are definitely coming back. read more

This place definitely met my expectations in terms of food quality, atmosphere, and service. Got the small beef package which was more than enough for 2 people. Each banchan was so flavorful and complimented the meat very well. We got so many refills of the veggie banchans throughout our meal. The only downside was that the workers seemed like they were getting "trained" right in front of all the customers. My partner and I being Korean, we would understand everything they were saying in front of us and the fact that some of these workers were being scolded on what to and what not to do as we were eating in front of them was not the best look. One person would say one thing then another person would come over and say the exact opposite of how they should present the meat, place their hands, etc. There were many small incidents like this that we noticed throughout the meal, which made it a bit uncomfortable for us. read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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{Overall: 5; Food: 5} Ambiance: 5; Service: 5 I was so happy my friend recommended Nubiani to me! The set menus, or "Packages," come with a ton of food. The large beef package is great for a group of four. Everything is exceptional--from the generous spread of banchan (including steamed eggs, kimchi, sweet potato in honey), to the stews, to the high-quality beef that the staff cooks perfectly at the table. The service is very attentive, especially when they're handling the meat, and they check in consistently without being overbearing. I never feel like I'm lacking anything when I eat here. The ambiance is sophisticated and makes for a great group dinner or a more elevated Korean BBQ experience. Even though it can get booked up quickly, it often has cancellations week of--so set a Resy Notify if you don't see anything. read more

Nubiani - So many banchan! - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

The staff and service was amazing. Attentive. Polite. Our table never wanted for anything. We really never had to tend to any cooking at all- everything was expertly prepared and our particular staff was really just quite lovely. The food was also amazing. We got a small beef set with wagyu supplement. Every bite of beef was succulent and tasty. This place competes with the best of even LA best. The banchan was delicious- excellent quality, taste and quantity. The burdock was a sleeper surprise for this reviewer who usually doesn't like it! Location wise it is tucked away on the third floor of what looks to be an office building but don't let that deter you- when you enter, you find clean modern Korean design throughout the space with excellent ventilation: you don't leave smelling like lunch yourself! We would happily return. Definitely one of our favorite dining experiences in recent years. Great job everyone at Nubiani! read more

Nubiani is definitely one of the better Korean BBQ spots in NYC. The meat quality is excellent -- we went with the Nubiani package for a group of four and every single cut was so good. You can really taste the quality. The portions were generous too -- honestly way too much food for four people. I wouldn't recommend ordering add-ons if you're doing one of their set packages. The server cooks everything for you, which makes the experience feel seamless and elevated. Our server was really nice and attentive overall. The only hiccup was that it took over 20 minutes to get our sparkling water, even though still water was already on the table. Not a huge deal, but noticeable. Some standouts for me were the mushroom kettle hotpot rice -- so flavorful and comforting -- and the steamed egg, which was fluffy and perfectly done. Definitely make a reservation in advance because they book up quickly. They also offer a cash discount, and there's an ATM on site, which is convenient. Overall, great quality meat, solid service, and one of my favorites for Korean BBQ in the city. read more

Nubiani - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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I usually go to the Nubiani on 59th street but decided to check out the one in ktown today. To my surprise, it took over the space that Third Floor Cafe used to occupy. Definitely had a flashback moment. Nubiani is spacious. The tables are properly spaced apart so you don't feel like you're sitting on top of each other. There's also two grill counters/bar which is where they seat you if you're a two top. Just like their sister location, the service is prompt and the food is delicious. We went with the pork set and could barely finish. And of course, you get a delicious ice cream soft serve after. They will always give you two checks at the end, one cash with 10% discount or one at full price if you pay with credit. So bring cash if you want to get a discount. read more

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What an outstanding restaurant!!! Service was beyond great. No cooking die. by customer in this upscale Kareem Restaurant. Wonderful, cravable menu expertly prepared. Great view of the city streets from their 3rd floor perch. I loved it so much! read more

Nubiani - Salmon Hot Pot (the rice was all crispy on the bottom). - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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This was the best Korean bbq I've ever had. Very upscale. The rib eye and marinated short ribs were insanely good!! read more

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I went to Nubiani for a celebratory dinner, and it was such a good meal. The restaurant is located in Ktown and you take an elevator up. It was a little tricky to find at first since the signage is not the most visible. We arrived a bit early for our reservation but got seated right away. The restaurant has a lot of seating, with tables for large groups as well as bar style seating. We were at the bar-type seating and there was a burner for every 2 seats. We got the small beef package, which feeds 2 people (could have fed 3). The package comes with skirt steak, rib finger, seasoned short ribs, and your choice of either boneless short ribs or ribeye and your choice of soup. We opted for ribeye and kimchi stew. The package also comes with lots of banchan side dishes, including their fluffy egg soufflé. They cook the meat for you, and gave recommendations of pairings. Everything was incredible. The kimchi stew was one of my favorites, it was done so well. They ended the meal with a complementary soft serve. Overall, it was an amazing meal. It definitely stands out from other KBBQ places I've tried. They give a discount if you pay in cash and have a no-fee ATM in house. read more

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