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    BORI - Spring Branch

    4.4 (661 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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    Anastasia V.

    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.

    Alexus N.

    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?? =)

    Short rib platter
    Linda N.

    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.

    Mango bingsu
    Angeline D.

    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.

    Bulgogi Stone Pot
    Kiran A.

    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.

    Spicy shrimp gambas
    Suelynn N.

    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 .

    Eric T.

    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.

    Debbie O.

    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.

    Olivia W.

    I love coming to Bori!! Every time I come here, the food does not disappoint. Meat cuts are high quality and servers cooked them really well for you. They're known for the meat cuts, but I also recommend trying their appetizers and entrees, especially the seafood pancake and japchae!! This place is a good place for special occasions or a nice dinner on a random day of the week. The place is decorated really well and even have an art museum before you enter that you can go in while waiting for your table. I do recommend reserving a table ahead of time in case they're busy. One down side is that their parking is limited but there's vallet and street parking if needed.

    Emily Y.

    I am no stranger to KBBQ restaurants, and this one was interesting. It is an al la carte, not all you can eat. The exterior had some cool decorations and they have a mini art museum you can peruse once you're done. I went with my friends, 3 of us, and we ordered the $200 (around this) platter. We ordered 3 soups, assuming a combo would include one for each of us. The meat was very high quality and savory, however you didn't get that much. The sides weren't bad but I've had better (personally). At the end, they charged us for 2 extra bowls of soup, which was not previously disclosed or we wouldn't have ordered them. And I can confidently say, this was the first time I ever left KBBQ still feeling hungry. For the price, the amount did not justify the price.

    Alan S.

    I went to BORI in Spring Branch for a work lunch, it was definitely a fun and memorable experience, especially since it was only my second time having Korean barbecue like that, and it was year ago The setup is impressive, and the food presentation feels like an event in itself. They cook the meat for you at the table, which is great if you're not totally sure what you're doing (like me). Everything was well-prepared and tasty, with a lot of different flavors to explore. I really appreciated going with two Korean colleagues who explained some of the dishes and added a cultural perspective to the meal. Even tried barley tea, which looks like slightly tinted water, but they says is good for digestion! All in all, a great spot if you're looking for more than just a meal. It's not an everyday lunch, but definitely worth trying for the experience.

    Jimmy S.

    Superb service from hostess all the way to the waitstaff. Food quality was superb, the lighting and overall atmosphere was great!! Best $200 I have ever spent and yes best Korean BBQ I had ever had thus far!!! We had Korean wine Steak tartare Butchers feast All the food was great!! Pricey but worth it.. definitely recommend and will come back

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    Eugene P.

    General Description: Upscale Korean Steakhouse located in a random neighborhood. Good: - Side dishes: I can generally tell if a Korean restaurant will be good by their quality of kimchi. I would give it 7 out of 10. - The mul and spicy naenyuns were good. Although I prefer a lighter taste, they tailored the dish to fit more the American palate (full flavored). - The rib finger fried rice was also good. The rib eye was super soft seasoned well. - Clean decor. - Service was great. Bad: - parking is limited - If I could knit pick, the rice was a tad bit overcooked. - pricey Overall: Possibly the best korean food in Houston.

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    Good service and great food. Seoul has better sides for the grilled dishes, but still good food and service.

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    Ask the Community - BORI - Spring Branch

    Is the Montrose location open yet?

    Is this place okay for a toddler?

    I'm

    Is this buffet or all you-can-eat?

    Neither. It's a la carte.

    Can we eat outside?

    No outside seating

    Do they have private rooms? And is there a minimum requirement?

    They have private rooms. Not sure about minimums though.

    When're happy hours?

    Monday Thru Friday 11 AM - 2 PM // 5 PM - 6 PM… Read more

    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

    When is happy hour?

    11:00am-6:00pm and 8:30-close

    Do you need to make a reservation for happy hour?

    You can.

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes, but they do not have a full bar. Mainly wine, beer and Korean soju.

    Are their any tvs to watch sports while we eat?

    Don't remember seeing any TVs

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