This place is overrated. Because the reviews are based on my opinions, I can say that there are many other better options for Korean bbq. The hype didn't match our experience. Banchans were just okay nothing special. Actually it was lacking compared to other restaurants. Salad was great though. Good dressing. Beef quality was good but also was not extraordinary. Would I come back? Maybe, but probably not. read more

Came here for dinner with my family and we all really enjoyed the place! Great service, waiter walked us through the menu and answered all questions we had! We ordered beef combo and it was enough for 4 adults and two kiddos but if you are hungry you can always order additional meat plates. The salads and soups were delicious! I also really enjoyed their kimchi. Overall, great experience and I would definitely recommend read more

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It's okay here. Seating is a little tricky. I was very pregnant when I came and the stools were uncomfortable with no backing. The tables were very small for our group of 6 and quite close to other tables too. I don't think any of the food stood out. It was hard trying to get their attention to ask for more bonchon. They seemed a bit annoyed. They would come over. Do one thing and rush away before we could ask for something else. It would have been easier if they waited a min for us to ask for a few things at once vs always having to flag someone down just to ask for water or napkins. Overall the visit and food was fine. Don't think we would come again though. read more

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First time trying and it lived up to the hype! The banchan (appetizers) were all very high quality including the kimchi, the prices were pretty fair and the quality of meat was top notch. Having tried many AYCE Korean bbq spots, this is a great change! Only reason this isn't a 5 star - they cook the meat for you. Meaning they control the timing of the entire meal experience. So service was good, but it will feel rushed even though this is not their intention. read more

I'm usually prefer AYCE kbbq but my husband and I wanted to give Saemaeul a try. I now understand the hype. The service is great compared to getting AYCE. The sides were probably one of the best banchan I have had. We also had the seafood pancake and the beef tartar as well. You won't be disappointed with anything on the menu. read more

Saemaeul - Beef combo - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

We came here with the family on Thanksgiving. We were coming in from Houston for the holiday weekend and in search of a good dinner option. We were grateful this place was open. The tables are small, barely fitting 6, but it was fun. They have built in vents at each table to suck up all the smoke, but still be prepared to walk away smelling like Korean bbq. My family actually prefers à la carte Korean bbq over all you can eat, because our experience is the quality of meat is higher at à la carte. We end up spending the same amount of money but we enjoy it better. This location did not disappoint. Every cut of meat we got was delicious. They work as a team here and they cook for you at the table. They also walk around refilling sides and water as well. Their Kim Chi was delicious it gave a little kick as well. read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

An average experience at this à la carte Korean bbq restaurant. We came as a group of 12 and tried the beef combo, pancake, and other assortments of meats. The quality of meats were fresh and tender but portion sizes on the smaller side. The pancake is made thinner compared to other places. Similar to thin crust pizza; but was good. Side dishes including the soup were salty and not memorable. We did not get individual sauce trays, had to share. Table service (besides cooking the meat) was subpar compared to other similar places. We were not offered seconds on side dishes, had to ask for another canteen of water (only given a 1L canteen to split among 12 people separate between 3 tables), and the restaurant during this time was at most half full. Overall, there's better places to eat at for comparable cost. read more

Saemaeul - Restaurant owned by chef with Culinary Wars fame - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Amazing Korean bbq even though it's not all you can eat the 3 meat selection is just enough. They also will cook the meat for you. Which is awesome. We got some yummy appetizers as welll. Also they sat us pretty fast when we got to the restaurant read more

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I really enjoyed the barbecue at Saemaeul. We ordered the Special Mix Combo to split between 5 friends. We were worried that it won't be enough but it was the right amount to share with friends. There was a wait outside the door but you are able to check in through the Yelp app before arriving there. The wait was about an hour long for us on a Friday night. When we got there, the service was very quick and the food was delicious. Although, I would order the Beef Only Combo next time I go. The ambiance was like your authentic KBBQ joint in Asia. The waiters go around the restaurant cooking food at each of the table although I think the seating could be larger. read more

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Mannnnnnn.. I wish I could afford to eat this place more often but I can't justify spending so much here when I could do AYCE down the street. The quality of meat here is really good and they cook your meat for you so that's a plus. The service is nice and fast. This place always has a wait but my husband and I came and didn't have to wait too long on a Wed night. My husband and I got a beef combo. They don't do any substitutions BTW. We wanted a pork and beef combo but we didn't care for pork belly. I wish you could substitute bc i really wanted the pork jowl. You could order ala carte but the pork jowl was $39!! Expensiveeeeee. My biggest complaint is the busboys. They were working fast but working extremely fast made them super noisy. Left and right I could hear dishes clanking and dropping and slamming. Overall a super noisy place. read more

The staff was friendly and understanding. We had a gluten free person and a vegetarian and the staff was patient and helpful. read more

Saemaeul - The food went too fast for an aesthetic picture. - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I'm really disappointed because this place used to be one of my go-to spots. Unfortunately, it's clearly not the same anymore. We went on a Tuesday night, and it was very slow, so there really wasn't an excuse for the poor service. Our waitress seemed completely uninterested when I mentioned that the meat quality was not good--there was no effort to address it at all. The food overall was a letdown. Everything tasted dry, and even the soup--which I used to love--was off and didn't have the same flavor as before. It's obvious they've changed both the quality of ingredients and the chef, and not for the better. Sadly, I won't be coming back unless things improve. read more

First visit at grand opening was a five star experience, but half a year later on my second trip here I've been left disappointed. It's simply not worth the price on top of 40 min drive I have to take. I got the beef special combo and the meat quality seemed to have gone downhill. The brisket seemed dry and tough, lacking flavor. It could be as other reviews mentioned the servers cutting it too small. I remember everything tasting so good the first visit that I was looking forward to my next return despite the high price point. Second visit the meat just wasn't hitting. Additionally, several side dishes such as the salad, green onions, and rice that pair well with the meat weren't given to us until we asked and were told they were available upon request. We were about halfway or more through the meal before we figured this out. When the green onions came, they weren't as fresh as I recalled. Especially you're paying up for the set meal prices, these things should be given upfront instead of having customers figure out what they might need to request vs. what's included. Servers were also constantly rushed, dropping meat over the table and fumbling with the overhead vent. read more

This restaurant-- as I walked in was welcomed in right away. And was led to a hotpot table early prior to my family arriving and they had no issue with me holding space tho my family had not arrived. The server offered me water and brought out condiments right away. It smells heavenly when on walks into the restaurant was very clean, organized and pre setup utensils were neatly prepped for restaurant guests. There were larger family tables as well as smaller table setups for a couple of people. Parking is easy access. And double wide doors for accessibility width. read more

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Meat was really good and the service is great as well. The tofu soup wasn't the best I had but not too bad. We didn't have to wait for a table of 4 on the weekend. It's a bit crowded in the restaurant when you go to your seat but there is enough room on the table because they put the meats on the side if there isn't enough room. read more

Saemaeul - Cheese egg - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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This is my first time coming to this restaurant and it was pretty pleasant! The meat quality was pretty good overall. Large Meat Combo: The meat was super tender with a slight rosemary flavor--really flavorful. The seasoned meat was incredible and very tender. The spicy pork was pretty good and not too spicy. The large steak was kind of tough and not the best, but still okay. Dumplings: The dumplings felt a bit overpriced and were just okay. There wasn't much filling, but they had a nice crisp on the outside. The KBBQ comes with a choice of soup but no steamed egg like other places. There were some cute subtle touches here and there. However, the booths weren't cleaned off and there were leftover carrots on my seat, so the place is a bit dirty... but the food was good and the seaweed soup starter was tasty too. Service is quick and efficient--the server came by often to cook our meat. Overall, good service! read more

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This KBBQ spot is hands down one of the best in the area. We ordered the small special mix combo and added beef fingers and pork jowl. The beef tongue was incredibly soft and full of flavor. The pork jowl had a nice crunchy texture, while the beef fingers were tender and delicious. The pork belly had a great balance between fat and lean meat. The service was fast and efficient--multiple staff members checked on us, took care of side dish refills, and handled all the cooking, which let us relax and enjoy time chatting with friends. The only downside was the wait time. We were quoted a 9-19 minute wait for a table, but it ended up taking nearly 45 mins. read more

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The food here is excellent. I've visited several times both with friends and on my own. The price of the Wagyu is lower than the typical market rate, which is great, but the marbling can sometimes be heavier than expected and not exactly like the photo shown on the menu. The service is consistently great -- the staff helps grill the meat and will switch out the grill for a clean one when needed, which I really appreciate. Overall, I prefer dining here over Ari (which often has a long wait and uses lightweight aluminum plates that are covered in small dents) and Gen Korean BBQ. This place provides a more enjoyable experience in both food and service. read more

Dinner at Saemaeul was a smooth experience. Service is fast and efficient. The best part is the vent setup at each table right above the grill that pulls the smoke up instantly so it doesn't linger or leave you smelling like KBBQ. There are also multiple staff members constantly checking on your table to flip and cook the meat for you, so you don't have to do anything except eat and enjoy. I really like that they handle the cooking because it lets you focus on chatting with friends and actually enjoying your food. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted great. Easily one of the most seamless and well-run KBBQ spots I've been to. read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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First time going to a Korean bbq where they cook it for you at the table. Each table has stools and which open up for you to stow away jackets and bags. We got one of the dinner combos and everything was delish and flavorful. Will def return. read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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This place is a must try if you're in the DFW area! If you come for dinner, be prepared to wait in line. Trust me, there is a line for a reason. Quality of the meat is top notch. The briskets and the short ribs are a must try. As a Korean that grew up in LA, I can attest that this place is very authentic. If you're looking for a quality KBBQ spot with great service, Make sure this give this place a try! read more

Great service but even better food. The entire team is all hands on deck, they're such a well oiled machine. Now the food, oooh the food has such great flavor and it's great quality. A little pricey but definitely worth it for the food read more

First time here and it didn't disappoint. Lots of fresh meat and options. I felt rushed but it was a weekday early evening but other than that, I would go back. It's nicely decorated, and the wait staff was always checking on us. The side dishes were plentiful from kimchi to chili cucumbers and soup. There were 2 of us so we shared the beef triple combo. read more

Saemaeul - Meat getting cooked - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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100 out of 10. This place was SOOOO good and the service was spectacular. I had a party of 3 and we went as soon as they opened on Saturday. There was ample seating and they are very efficient with service. It was spacious, there was music playing but it was subtle not too loud. This place, staff grill for you and have the exhaust hood right over the grill that can extend down while grilling and go back up when they need to move the meat around. You can get banchan refills upon request and white rice with meal. I forgot to take pictures of menu, and obviously you do pay a little more but the quality/taste of food and service was so worth it. Would come here again and highly recommend. read more

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Visit if you like Korean bbq. The smell is pretty strong but it smells delicious if you like meats. The service is on point, they cook the meat for you to perfection. You can also put your jackets and other stuff in the seats. The only thing bad is most of the seats don't have a back rest. Highly suggest visiting and trying their meat combo read more

We got the L combo special mixed meat combo, and the food was great. They also cook it for us. I love all of their side dishes. I would say that the people working there are a bit bias toward Korean. A Korean family came after us but was greeted first. The Korean family had to direct the host that we were before them. Later on, we also got served our side dishes late. read more

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If you're looking for top-tier KBBQ and don't mind a little wait, Saemaeul is THE place!! We came here for a friend's birthday on a Saturday night, and let's just say... it was WELL worth the hour-long wait (which was totally expected) Once we finally got seated, we went ALL IN with the large pork and beef combo and added two cold noodles on the side. Let me tell you--this was a feast fit for kings (or at least a squad of big backs like us). The meats were fresh, the marbling was chef's kiss, and the servers grilled everything to perfection. The banchan (side dishes) were solid, the servers were fast and efficient, and the cold noodles? Life-changing. Perfectly chewy and refreshing, exactly what you need between bites of smoky, juicy BBQ. By the end of the meal, we were meat-coma level full, and the birthday celebration was a success. If you're craving high-quality KBBQ with generous portions, Saemaeul should absolutely be on your list. Would we come back? 1000% Yes. read more

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Great quality and great value for the amount of meat! Tons of yummy banchan to eat as well including the classic lettuce salad, kimchis, etc. will definitely recommend when in Dallas. They also cook the meat for you on the grill read more

Saemaeul presents one of the best quality Korean BBQ restaurants in K town! My local friend highly recommended so I gave it a try and the quality of food and service didn't let me down! read more

Met friends here for prebirthday dinner. Food and service was amazing. Atmosphere was busy and tables for around 4 were all-over so if you have a big party best to reserve if possible. read more

I can't stop thinking about how good the meat is here. I got 1 order of the beef brisket and when it's charred it's perfection! Unlike many kbbq places, this one the servers grill the meat for you which I love since that's how it is in Korea. The enterance is still hard to find but once you're inside you get seated pretty quickly. Service is always great and it's just a really nice restaurant inside. Overall, this has to be my favorite kbbq place. Also it doesn't smell smokey or funky inside which is a plus. read more

Saemaeul - Brisket - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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Another excellent kbbq option in Carrollton. We've gone back several times and this place is very consistently amazing. The meat quality is always excellent and the service is top notch as well. Highly recommend ordering one of the combos, they come with great cuts and let you try a variety. read more

This place is good. Checks most of the boxes. Fast service, good quality meats (except the brisket was way overly fat), and kbbq vibes from Korea. It's just overly pricey and the quantity for what you pay for lacks. The sets are actually pretty precise so there isn't much waste but I left still hungry and $100 lighter. Ari's (across the street) meat sets give you an additional cut of meat, more quantity and better sides including eggs and cheese corn. The sides here are very good and tastes clean though again with the exception of the salad. You get two types of salad here. One is seasoned and the other, hardly seasoned at all and just sliced lettuce. Again giving it to Ari because their salads are seasoned perfectly similar to what I've had in Korea. It's worth going here and I'd recommend a try since the chef is famous (maybe not so much as of recently) but I wouldn't choose this again over Ari. read more

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First walking in, I knew I would enjoy the round table concept! Even a bonus that the waiter will cook the meet for you. I would say tho have 5 people at the table gets a little tight but nonetheless there was room for all. I did the beef packet and the wagu was my favorite!! all the side dishes were also very good. read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Come early or make a reservation, this place fills up super fast! Theres a decent bit of parking behind the building. We ordered a mixed set and for four people (with rice and three refreshes of sides) it was perfect. Total was about 150$ for four people. I would say this place is worth it. read more

The food was delicious ! The meat was tender and the service was very quick. They helped cook our meat and cut it. I liked the soft music playing and even though it's kind of loud with all the talking , it still feels intimate and you're able to hear your friends. Great spot ! I'll be back for sure read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I always enjoy coming to Saemaeul, their meats are top quality and service is excellent. I do not enjoy cooking my own meat at Korean bbq, which is why I tend to go to the ones that are not all you can eat. I never understood the fascination of cooking the meat yourself at the table. Having someone else cook in front of you though is a different story. The server is very attentive and will cook the meats perfectly that you can just sit and relax! If you are coming here with a small group, the small combo is plenty of meat, as you will get full. The large is a lot of meat, sometimes too much. I usually split the small between me and my husband and that's already too much for us. Definitely getting a good amount of food for the price. My recommendation is to try the skirt steak, as it is probably the most delicious cut for Korean bbq. So buttery and smooth. Don't forget the soup! Overall, this is a great place to go if you want Korean bbq of high quality and don't want to cook for yourself. Come early too, as there tends to be a wait later in the night. read more

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In my opinion this is the best Korean bbq I have ever had. The service, the food and the ambience of this place was amazing. Our waiter Jin was very friendly and helped us with the process! Highly recommend this place. We will definitely be back!!! read more

Saemaeul - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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If you didn't know, Saemaeul in Carrollton is owned by the celebrity chef on Culinary Class Wars on Netflix. How cool is that!! When you walk in, you are immediately greeted by a staff. Open set up with great ventilation. One of our friend that visited Korea said he felt like he was back in Korea! We ordered the large Special Mix Combo + pork jowl + boneless short ribs + steamed egg cheese You can taste the quality of the meats. Our favorite was the pork jowl. It was rich and fatty. Every bite of that was delicious. They also have great banchan and salad that pair well with the meats. Also, they have friendly staff that will cook the meats for you!! So you and your friends/family/SO can enjoy the food. read more

This korean bbq spot was great. I loved the quality of the food and banchan was delicious. The cheese egg was super big and cheese and is a great experience. We got the mixed combo and it was amazing. Our server was super polite and helpful and was very fast and quick. They cooked our food to perfection. The restaurant ambiance is beautiful. I loved the simple yet unique look and it looks very similar to kbbq spots internationally and overseas. This place is always packed on weekends with tons of people waiting outside a lot. Worth the try! read more

Saemaeul - Egg cheese - Korean Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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