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wangbijip Jongno

Restaurant Bar Barbecue restaurant Meat restaurant Traditional restaurant Korean barbecue restaurant Korean beef restaurant Korean rib restaurant Pork belly barbeque restaurant

One of the Top rated Barbecue restaurants in Seoul


Address

South Korea, Seoul, Jongno-gu, Samil-daero 15-gil, 24 2층

Contact

+82 2-720-3066

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 10 PM
  • Friday: (Singmogil), 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Cyastis V. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food - large portions that are meant to be shared. Everything tastes amazing and authentic. Great customer service - the staff will help cook the meat right in front of you, and when it’s done, it tastes as good as it looks. If you have a problem, the staff will help resolve it immediately. Great overall - no other problems with the restaurant. Thanks for the meal!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronald C. 7 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Got both the beef tenderloin and sirloin and would definitely recommend going with the tenderloin. Soy bean paste soup was also good. They were closed for break before dinner even though the Google hours don't say it so be sure to double check before going.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Genie C. 6 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    They ask u to leave a review in exchange of a side dish. Nonetheless the food was delicious, the marinated ones was our favourite. It will tell u in the menu how many grams the meat is. Usually 150g if i remember correctly, so expect little amount. They cook it for u so for sure each piece is cooked to perfection. Very juicy and delicious!! Lots of banchan. Overall, we paid around $85CAD
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emi 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    If you are looking for delicious, authentic Korean BBQ, this is IT! This is the best Korean BBQ I have ever had. The meat is flavorful and tender. The bulgogi is loaded with flavor and biting into the rib is like biting into butter! I wish I could pack up this restaurant and bring it home to the states. If you come during the lunch rush, they may not be able to grill for you, and we were fine doing it ourselves - but they still found the time to come and do the grilling for us on the table. Love it here!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricky L. 1 year ago on Google
    GREAT food! Definitely check it out. The marinated beef was very good; as expected. The jeon (often called Korean pancakes) and the cold noodles (naeng myun) were as good as places that specialize in them.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phinx L. 11 months ago on Google
    Very authentic Korean BBQ. High quality beef. Side dishes is nice and yummy. They are very welcoming, nice and very friendly. Staff able to speak English as well. Will recommend my friend come here next time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cindy L. 1 year ago on Google
    We had beef tenderloin (deungsim), kotkalbisal (beef rib) and yukhwi (raw beef tartar and everything was soooo good! Meat was fresh and flavorful and the side dishes were all very good! Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tina s. 1 year ago on Google
    Very delicious beef and pork. Highly recommend to try korean BBQ. I would come here again for sure
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Natalie T. 1 year ago on Google
    Chanced upon here cause it was near our Airbnb! Boy, the meat here didn’t disappoint :) tried their premium Korean beef tenderloin and sirloin - it was gooooood! 🤤 loved their cold noodles too. The best part - they have kind helpers there who help you to cook these meat to it’s best! And some of them speaks English too! 🤭 the service Jjang!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Haijiao Y. 4 years ago on Google
    First time trying Korean bbq. The service was really great. The cuts of beef was incredible. Definitely try the kalbi. Good recommendation by the owner. The marinate is fantastic. Portion size is a big smaller but they indicate the amount on the menu. Would come back and try the other types of meat offered!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joel P. 5 months ago on Google • 416 reviews
    I had dinner at Wangbijib Jongo on on my first night in Seoul - and I’m so glad I did. It was a fantastic experience and the food was delicious. Once sat at your table, you can choose what meat you’d like to have barbecued, as well as a selection of side dishes. Before you know it, a plethora of dishes arrive, alongside a bowl of hot coals, where the food is barbecued directly in front of you. Everything we had was cooked to perfection, and I really enjoyed all the different elements and side dishes too. For the quality, it was great value too. If you’re looking to try Korean BBQ, then Wangbijib Jongo is a strong contender. The food is fantastic and the cost is very reasonable.

  • 5/5 Dru H. 8 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Second visit to this fantastic restaurant as the first time that we came here, we were blown away by their premium Korean beef. The meats we ordered were all tender, juicy and melts into your mouth with every bite bursting with all its fresh flavors. Service was great as the wait staff would be cooking up your meat for you. If you have a specific way of having your beef, the wait staff would be happy to accommodate. I’m a rare beef kinda girl and they made it exactly as I wanted it with the extra bonus of the charcoal taste to it! The banchan is a generous portion and there’s always a chance to ask for a second helping if you want any. It is hard to fault this place as food is top notch and service is good. It makes you want to keep coming back here and I’m glad tonight, our last meal is here. I will be back at Wangbijib, their Euljiro branch when I’m back in Seoul next!

  • 5/5 Suzanne M. 4 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Very friendly staffs, good excellent! For marinated pork & beef very tasty and tender. Yeukahoe veru fresh, tasty and tender. Will come again!

  • 5/5 Kristina L. 6 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Excellent first barbecue experience in Seoul. We got off the plane and came here immediately after dropping our bags off. Staff was attentive and the restaurant was very clean. It was also great that they also had English on their menu. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Karista K. 7 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    No trip to Korea is complete without a visit to WangBiJib! While I usually go to the Myeongdong outlet, my family and I decided to go to the Jongno outlet this trip in view of the crowds (since today is a Saturday!) & I think this might be my favourite outlet so far! The service and food is exceptional as always and not to forget the banchan!! I really love how they have a designated person to grill your meat for you to ensure that you don’t overcook the food & can enjoy your meal at maximum deliciousness !

  • 5/5 Sea P. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    They cook the meat for you so the beef is cooked to perfection. Not only that, free side dishes are given when you write a review. It's a bit expensive but worth the price and the restaurant has an amazing atmosphere.

  • 5/5 CR O. 4 years ago on Google
    Very delicious Korean beef and pork meal. The pancake is also the best I have ever tried. The friendly owner also came to say hello. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Lina L. 11 months ago on Google
    We got in within 10 minutes with no reservation. We went to the 3rd floor which has several private rooms since we are a large party of 9. The service is top notch right when we sat down. The banchan were all fresh and delicious. The servers took great care preparing the meat and serving everyone when the meat was ready. We ordered 8 servings of meat that was plenty. This was probably the best bbq experience for the price and service. I would totally recommend this place if you’re in the myeongdong area.

  • 5/5 Jon S. 1 year ago on Google
    Would definitely recommend and come back again. Service is good. Food is delicious. Their banchan were unique and high quality. Same goes for their meat. The cold noodles were a surprise, because they were much tastier than other places. It wasn't crowded around 7pm on a Saturday.

  • 5/5 Alex T. 11 months ago on Google
    Excellent Korean BBQ. If you are in this area this is definitely a must-try. The meat is fresh and cooked deliciously by the staff. And lots of varieties of Korean noodle and soup to choose from. Definitely a good way to chill and unwind for lunch.

  • 5/5 Julie M. 11 months ago on Google
    The food here is excellent! The side dishes they give are great—I would come here again just to eat the pumpkin mousse. They cook the meat in front of you. It’s a bit pricier than some other kbbq but well-worth the money!

  • 5/5 Raptor 1 year ago on Google
    The Korean BBQ is very nice and authentic. The meat is juicy n delicious and the staff helped to cook the meat over a white hot stove of charcoal. The beef is tender n juicy although a bit pricey. The pork galbi is nice n juicy too. However, the pork belly cut is too thick n tough. Among the 10 side dishes, the pumpkin puree and the salad with egg is really good. While I reviewed to get my free main dish, it's quite a good experience.

  • 4/5 mary jo m. 10 months ago on Google
    The place is clean and ambiance is serene and welcoming even the music is just right. Staff are accomodating and the meat are tender and as expected. The side dish are well thought esp the pumpkin and raw or unripe kimchi. Worth a visit for traditional korean restaurant

  • 5/5 Tan J. 10 months ago on Google
    Great service. The staff cooked for us the whole session. Come earlier. We reached 7pm+. Already full house The side dishes are very interesting. Serving a bit fine dining style. Tasty Set dinner from 5-7pm

  • 4/5 K C. 1 year ago on Google
    This outlet is far less crowded than the myeongdong outlet (and is pretty close by too). Walked in without waiting on a Saturday night. Staff help you to cook and the side dishes are all delicious :)

  • 5/5 Juicy J. 1 year ago on Google
    Love love love their short rib. They have English menu, it was great for me that can’t speak Korean. Staff grilled everything for you, all you gotta do was sit there and watch. Though the closing time was at 22:00, the last order was earlier than that. So don’t come too close to closing time.

  • 5/5 Soonho P. 1 year ago on Google
    Not only the taste but location, sevices and atmosphere are perfect! It was my first time visiting here but I fell in love with this restaurant!! Highly Recommend!!

  • 5/5 Kévin M. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderfull meal! Great meat, juicy and tender! It's a must try :-) The waiter is cutting the meat in front of you! Incredible :-)

  • 5/5 Run&Cycle 1 year ago on Google
    Something special in this food. A good choice for dinner! Galbi was much more tasty than I expected. Must Eat -!!!

  • 5/5 Jess K. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant is a great place for Korean Beef! Its so delicious and one of my favourite places! Please please eat beef sashimi, its amazing!! The place is very clean, they are so kind and gentle, they also cook food for you on the grill! It was a great dinner for our last meal in Korea! :) strongly recommended!

  • 4/5 Erik O. 1 year ago on Google
    High quality produce and friendly staff. Menu available in English.

  • 5/5 Aaron T. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious Korean BBQ, the staff knew mandarin and English and were really friendly :)

  • 3/5 Jean-Paul F. 4 years ago on Google
    If you’re looking for a chain-restaurant feel Korean BBQ, this is the place. If you want a “real Korean experience”, this ain’t the place for you Meat was only okay (one tasted quite old), staff were completely glassy eyed, and experience felt like we were part of a conveyor belt We ordered a meat platter and staff without a word just started cooking for us. Never spoke to us, despite a few attempts to engage.

  • 5/5 frances c. 4 years ago on Google
    this was such an amazing restaurant!!!! the servers were so fun and nice. our meat was cooked perfectly! the staff who cooked our meat was a pro and got the timing exact. i’m glad that we got to experience such great barbecue while staying in korea.

  • 4/5 Monika M. 4 years ago on Google
    Beef from charcoal grill, which they cooked for us, was delicious! Side dishes selection was great. Highly recommended. Edit: During second visit, the beef unfortunately wasnt that great anymore, but still good.

  • 5/5 Yihui L. 4 years ago on Google
    Best meat place we have been to in Korea! Meat is well seasoned and the beef is amazing! Service is excellent too. The staff is very attentive and constantly checks on our table to prevent us from getting our meat burnt. Recommend!

  • 5/5 Andrew L. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful food and very friendly service. Would highly recommend this place for Korean BBQ!

  • 5/5 Ian 7 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Flavourful and satisfying KBBQ in a comfortable family-friendly setting and with great service. On the pricier side but worth it. I particularly recommend the marinated beef jumbo rib for its texture and richness.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


Call +82 2-720-3066 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Alcohol
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery

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