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I had heard really good things about BORI. With a more upscale menu and service, this is a great spot for a more intimate dining experience. I let my dining partner do the ordering for dinner, and he chose one of the beef sets. The banchan was good, but the meat was even better. Can't go wrong with some nicely marbled beef belly! The waitstaff did the majority of the cooking. Would return for a special night.
Came here with a large group to celebrate a friend's birthday. Honestly, I think K-BBQ is always better in smaller groups so you can get more pieces of meat and fewer requests to refill the side dishes! As for the food, the meat quality was solid for Houston K-BBQ, though the portions were on the smaller side. Surprisingly, the cold noodles actually stood out the most. The desserts, however, were a complete miss. Even though it is peak summer mango season, the mango tasted exactly like frozen fruit, and the cake was disappointing. Bottom line: Come for the meat and noodles, but skip the dessert.
IMO this place have new management and the food is not great. We spend over $200 for beef that is chewy than buffalo meat. I was very disappointed in their squid salad (they use to cut in thin slices & put on top of salad) .... Their kimchi soup so salty....their condiment side dish are smaller portions now. 2 yrs ago their food was very yummy. After returning this time I'm not ever coming back here. They need to taste their own cooking!!!
This is not all you can eat. Very nice and boujee k bbq place. The area it's in could be better but the actual place is surprisingly nice. It looks like a nice place to have a meeting or to take a date or go with a group of friends/family. The servers cook the k bbq for you and the meat quality was the best I've had anywhere so far. The inside of the place had an art gallery, piano, and private rooms. They even have a bar in the back and a little garden outside. The downside of this place is probably cost but you do get what you pay for in terms of quality and experience. Parking is a little difficult but it does look like they have valet at night.
Love the Korean modern architecture and the atmosphere of the restaurant. Be sure to make a reservation! We ordered the japchae and seafood pancake that was recommended along with a pairing of makgeolli. Japchae was pretty good, but on the sweeter side and seafood pancake was delicious! For main course, I ordered the course option with the premium beef and pork options that yielded in 6 different types of meats. Our server suggested the large,but for 4 people I think we can do one size up. This came with steamed eggs, choice of soup, rice, and side dishes. I thought the soup size and side dish portions were very small for the 4 of us. The quality of all the meats were very good! This was the highlight of the meal. I felt like we could still eat more and ordered the bibimnaengmyun which is spicy cold noodle. This too was good, but on the sweeter side. Kimchi jjigae was also on the sweet side. To end it off, we ordered the mango wings, which was delicious. They added a mango sorbet to the top and pieces of mochi. Overall, portions were small and food being on the sweeter side, but the quality was good.
I love Bori so much for when I'm craving good kbbq while in Houston. Their food, service, and decor (specifically outside) are amazing. Our server was so awesome. Such a sweet guy and he cooked everything to perfection. My mom and I shared a plate of japchae and a small set of beef cuts. The japchae was really good! As for the beef cuts, it comes with beef belly and we ordered beef tongue and marinated boneless short rib. Beef tongue is really delicious and tender for all you wondering.. All of the beef cuts were delicious but beef tongue is my favorite! The beef cut set comes with steamed egg, kimchi (or soybean) stew, and corn cheese. I can't wait to visit Houston again just so I can go back to Bori.
This place has the best SEAFOOD PANCAKE in Houston, and no one can tell me otherwise! Super fluffy and crispy. What an exceptional dining experience! I love kbbq, but if I'm keeping it 100, sometimes I'm just too tired or lazy to cook my own food. Here, they cook for YOU. I don't think it's even an option. We had the Butcher's Feast (Large) for 3 people and we were stuffed! There was a choice of 4 proteins and refillable banchan sides: kimchi, steamed egg, corn cheese, salad, fish cake, potato salad, perilla leaves, etc. My personal fave was the potato salad and kimchi. For the proteins, we chose the ribeye, boneless short ribs, pork belly and marinated pork. All were cooked to perfection. I was so hungry, my phone skipped some photos. :( An added bonus to dinner is the indoor art gallery. You can peruse while waiting for your table to be ready. Reservations highly recommended. This place is ideal for large groups. Service is outstanding, and did I mention they cook for you?? =)
I've been to Bori several times now, experiencing both the main dining room and the private room. I must say that Bori consistently provides excellent service and delicious food. The entire property is beautiful from the Hanok style building, the outside landscaping, the art gallery, the multiple private rooms, and the large main dining area. Reservations are not necessary, however highly encouraged as it does get busy during peak hours. Their meats are high quality. I haven't tried everything, but I truly believe you cannot go wrong with anything you choose here. I've enjoyed their japchae and Galbi jeem as appetizers. For meats, I liked their beef belly, spicy pork, marinated short rib, their NY strip. They cook the meat right in front of you, so you don't have to worry about cooking. There is a reasonable amount of desserts. Nice to finish your meal with. Have not tried their cakes, but their ice creams and mango bingsu will suffice. Highly recommend Bori, whether if it's just for a date night or with your whole family. You'll definitely enjoy dining here.
This is probably one of my favorite Korean bbq places in town. What we've found is that it's best to order one of their meat platters because they will include kimchi stew, cheese corn, steamed egg and white rice with your meal. Of course, they also bring you unlimited banchan dishes like kimchi, pickled radish, potato, salad, etc. The meats are high quality, tender and flavorful. One thing to note about this restaurant is that your server will cook your meats for you tableside so all you have to do is eat, eat, eat.
Went for lunch with my girlfriends. Plenty of parking, and it's nice and cozy inside. I can see how in the evenings it could be a great date night place due to the lighting and the snazzy interior. Servers and everyone were pleasant, got us seated right away, and came by plenty of times to check our water and replenish accordingly. Their lunch menu has a great variety of options and the prices are reasonable. I had the Udon Yookejang, and it was delicious. The serving size was incredibly large. Four people could have eaten out of my one serving. I also wish it was just a bit spicier or that they had better chili crisp? But the udon and brisket were perfectly cooked and I enjoyed my meal. My companions had the seafood pancake, japchae and bulgogi stone pot. Everyone enjoyed their meals, and we were are astonished by the portion sizes. We definitely had leftovers for days. I can't wait to go back and try more options.
I came here in a big group of around 15 people and someone already pre-ordered all the food. Sadly, I forgot to take photos of everything. Everything was happening so fast. The waiter was very quick in bringing us the food. We were also put at a long table that does not have a grill so everything was precooked to medium and brought to us. Of all the food that I could remember, the fried chili eggplant, marinated short rib, ribeye, and steamed egg was my favorite. The decoration here is intricate and very modern. I really like how there is an open art gallery right next-door. Great place for a date or a child free night. We did have a hard time flagging the waiter down for drinks or to ask questions. Parking is free in both the front and the back .
Bori is good, or even very good, Korean BBQ. No doubt that the quality of meats, sides, and drinks here is very high. Where I struggle is the value. We made a reservation for 5pm on a Friday to take full advantage of their happy hour. When we arrived there were already a couple of tables enjoying their meals, but we were one of the first. It got quite busy after we were seated. We ordered the seafood pancake, beef cuts (with ribeye and marinated boneless short rib), a pork jowl, and a couple of glasses of wine. The meats were delicious and well marbled and perfectly complimented with their variety of banchans. I particularly enjoyed the combination of ribeye, kimchi'd garlic scapes, and kimchi'd radish all wrapped in lettuce and perilla leaf. Where I struggle to provide a strong recommendation for Bori is the value. Yes, they are trying to be a high end establishment and have set a good foundation for them to be just that. However, I feel that the AYCE KBBQ options in Houston have gotten so strong that Bori just seems less compelling. The likes of Garosu and Handam offer high quality meats, unique cuts of beef, and stellar marinated meat options, but they are unlimited. The side dishes at the AYCE places mentioned also tend to be quite strong. All of these are available at a much lower price point than what we had at Bori. Don't get me wrong. I enjoyed my meal and was very full afterwards. The service is great and all of the food is delicious. I just can't find myself coming back if there are other very strong options in town.
I am a but conflicted on my bori experience because it was surprisingly underwhelming. Service was good in the sense that they cooked our meats for us, but there were things they did not do well. For example we were not provided all our sides. We had no rice, and when we asked about it, the waitress said we already had so much food that she didn't think we needed rice. The photos below reflect the food we had for a group of 3. The waitress also kept making comments about how much we were eating which i personally did not appreciate. As a business, why do you care how much people are willing to buy? This is not a buffet or ALL YOU CAN EAT, so again why are you being stingy with food we are trying to buy? The second area of concern is the sides were not great, kimchi was drowned by fish sauce that you couldn't enjoy it. And THE MEAT, even the "seasoned" short ribs, had barely any flavor. It felt extremely overpriced for the value you get. The only hype here is the A5 -- and that also, did not impress. I had such high hopes.
Fiiiinally! After a year of wanting to come here, I finally came here! This place exceeded my expectations in more ways than one. Came here on a Friday night and made reservations ahead of time for a party of 4. Upon arrival, they offered complimentary valet parking. When you walk in, immediately on your left is the art museum and on the right and straight ahead are the private rooms and the dining area. The host was able to seat us in one of the private rooms, which I much preferred since it was so loud and almost chaotic in the main dining area anyway. The art gallery/museum portion was fairly small, but I enjoyed that they had that. It added to the atmosphere of the entire restaurant. The restaurant was beautifully decorated and I enjoyed all of it, from the ambiance to the best part - the food. Once our party arrived, we got seated into our private room. I had already looked at the menu before hand (I mean I've been wanting to visit here for a year. I was more than prepared. I was READY!) We ordered the Butcher's Feast which included - Beef belly, boneless short rib, marinated short rib, spicy pork belly, and pork belly. We also ordered 12oz of the Japanese A5 wagyu. Ordering the select cuts also comes with steamed egg, cheesy corn, and our choice of stew which we chose kimchi stew. The main thing I was looking forward to was the wagyu. I already had the expectation that it would not compare to what I had in Japan, but when I finally took a bite into it - it was pretty darn close. The meat just melted into your mouth in all its rich, fatty glory. The other cuts of meat were also delicious, but the wagyu was the #1 hit for me. My second favorite would have to be the marinated short rib. All the meat was tender and premium quality. You can't really go wrong with any meat choices here since the quality of the meat are all so top notch. The side dishes were equally delicious with the selection of meats. I definitely enjoyed the potato salad and the kimchi. Really fresh. The steamed egg was really good too. The entire experience was just overall wonderful. The waitress (or waiter) cooks the meats for you which is relatively an interesting concept because Korean BBQ is normally about the experience of cooking your own meats, but it was nice for a change to just sit back, enjoy good company, and fun conversation. Honestly, I would come here solely for the wagyu. It was just that good. Overall, my experience here did not disappoint in the slightest. Hands down best Korean BBQ ever in Houston. It is a bit pricier than your traditional AYCE KBBQ places, but it's the price you pay for such high quality, premium meats. I definitely would recommend this place if you want to have that high end KBBQ experience! read more
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It's good experience, went there Tuesday night and they are pretty busy just be careful the floor a little slippery but going back again or not have to think twice. read more
7 years ago
Very good. Everything is worth your money. We order Small Beef Combo with marinated boneless short ribs , comes with small corn cheese, fluffy egg soup and mini soup ( kimchi or bean paste soup) and small pork combo. Their pork ribs are good. Restaurant is very well decorated. (5/5) Food (5/5) Service (4/5) Prices (4/5) read more
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First time here for dinner.. they have a little scenery of Korea culture, pretty interesting. Heard they used to have an art gallery, but the night we were there, it was taken down, they are probably working on putting up new one, not too sure. The food was okay, lots off of side dishes like any other Korean BBQ place.. My first time trying out the raw crab with Korean red paste, pretty spicy, pretty good... Recommend to those who never been there, just give it a try, everyone have a different taste bud, and everyone looking for different environment or interests. Enjoy read more
7 years ago
This is a Reservation place only!! so don't forget to call ahead unless you want to be turned away or wait and hope someone does not show up. This experience is the First in Houston with the Food being cooking in front of you and the vent coming down over the food. I loved the Brisket is was my favorite. If you order the dry aged beef I recommend you have them cook it med rare. The pork belly was my least favorite but my wife likes it. I will definitely come back. My wife loved the fact that her hair did not smell like Korean BBQ. read more
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5 years ago
This place is amazing! I am from California and good Korean food is hard to find in Houston. This is the best kbbq I have had since being in K-Town in Los Angeles. The meat was high quality and very tender, both the beef and pork were delicious. We got the short rib platter and the pork jowl. The bone in short ribs was the best of the platter and melted in your mouth. They offered kurobuta which is like the wagyu of pork and it was very delicious but not as tender as I was expecting. The salads were delicious and the banchan were all very fresh but I was expecting a few more options. The platter came with cheese corn, egg and stew. Service took a little bit to get things to us at first but after they kept the meat coming! They cook your meat for you which most people love but I am not a fan of. The price is right for the quality of meat you get here and I definitely recommend it! read more
3 years ago
This place is still currently under their soft opening and is still working on getting an bar area built. When I walked in, I was expecting an smokey bbq smell but the ventilation system is good. You do not walk out smelling like bbq like most Korean places when you cook the meat in front of you. After you order, the waiter/waitress cooks the meat for you to perfection however you like it. The customer service is exceptional and provide refills on side dishes. read more
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Highly recommend this place! Ask for Alan! Service was top notch! And a great place to visit for 1st time Korean BBQ eaters - everything from the cuts of meat to the customary way of eating the BBQ was explained in great detail. We ordered the butchers plate and the Wagu A5 ( certificate of authenticity is displayed at the host stand). The Kim Chi was delicious too! But the meat was amazing!!!! Quality ! The seafood pancake was a fun tasty appetizer to share ( got the small for 3 people). The venue is great for gatherings with friends or get a private room if you spend more than $400- Which is easy to do. The venue offers an art gallery which features local Korean artists and zen like courtyard with beautiful statues and plants. Very unique concept! A must visit! Bori also claims to have the best ventilation of all the Korean BBQ Restaurants. read more
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This was my first visit to BORI, but it won't be the last. A friend and in order the bulgogi and the pork belly. All of the sides were fantastic and the meat itself was flavorful and tender. The servers were attentive without being overbearing. I would highly recommend BORI to anyone looking for a good Korean grill experience. read more
4 years ago
This was first experience at BORI. It did not disappoint. You'd never know that I'm a seafood lover, who was smitten at first bite. The quality cuts of meat were truly amazing. read more
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4 years ago
This place is pretty cool I loved the ambience and the decoration. Fairly new and still in the soft open stage, they were still working out a few kinks. Great garden surrounding this place. The meat is placed on the grill by the waitress.. we ordered the spicy pork. Shared this with one other person... bad idea considering I CAN EAT! Not my cup of tea as i like to feel full after a meal but a great idea for a date night. It's a new experience and if you're looking for something a little different this spot is definitely an option. They had Hite which is my favorite Korean beer. Awesome. Probably wouldn't be back but glad I came to try this place out. read more
This place hit the spot! I have to mention it is pricey, but the quality of the meat is better than other Korean bbq places. You can expect to pay at least $80 for 2. Anyways, I liked how the waiter cooked the meat to perfection. The only downside is the kimchi soup, it tastes just like spicy tomato soup. read more
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The quality of meat definitely makes BORI a high-end steakhouse! Pricy but the taste worth that price. All the waiters and waitresses were trained really well to take care of the grilling part and the costumers only need to enjoy the time. Side dishes are really good too. Rice need to be ordered with extra $1 (BORI for $2). All the seasoning are just at the best point. Those meat went really well with kimchis! The pickled cucumbers are my favorite. The reason of 4 stars but not 5........when our waiter put all the great steak with nice snowflakes pattern onto the grill, he left and another person came to take care of the grill. This is totally fine but our meat got undercooked because of this and the steak became too chewy to enjoy. They did tried super hard to remove all the burnt part for the marinated pork belly lol. A nice place with some space for improvement. Definitely will come back (when I have money again lol). read more
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Had an amazing first time experience with my boyfriend! Our server was very nice and attentive and the food was very good. We got the butchers option thingy and it was more than enough for two people. I would definitely come back. read more
5 years ago
It's a surprise to me today! Hard to find a good Korean restaurant in Houston, my friend told me have a quick lunch, then she bring me a whole table food! Every dish is unique, not like other Korean restaurants, you can taste the homemade flavor. Anyway. You must try BORI! read more
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1453 Witte Rd
Houston, TX 77080
Spring Branch
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Is the Montrose location open yet?
Do they have private rooms? And is there a minimum requirement?
They have private rooms. Not sure about minimums though.
What is the dress code?
Yeah, practically none. But it's a nice place so no flip flops.
Can you modify any of your dishes to be vegan or do you have any vegan options? Thanks!
i don't think so
Do they serve alcohol?
Yes, but they do not have a full bar. Mainly wine, beer and Korean soju.
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