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    Firepan Korean BBQ

    4.3 (268 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Lakeisha S.

    Went here on Veterans Day to catch up with a friend. I believe this is my second time getting Korean AYCE BBQ. The rarity it is for me to come to Silver Spring but it was worth it. I wasn't a fan of the wait but we were eventually seated. It was kinda dark in the restaurant, gave off blue light vibes. We ordered the option A (it was 24.99 or 29.99, can't recall) 90 minutes lunch special & partook in the all day 50% off Happy Hour for drinks. I must say I was highly impressed with the food and the drinks. We also got the Fall season themed drinks (also 1/2 off for Happy Hour) & they were FANTASTIC. Of course I had to get the Pumpkin Spice expresso. I would definitely come back again and get full as a tick again. I couldn't tell you the distance from the Silver Spring Metro because I drove.

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    Chuq Y.

    Wenthere during a recent visit to see friends. I'll give it 4 stars. If you're expecting a traditional authentic Korean BBQ, this is probably not the place for you. Firepan is more of a modern spin on KBBQ. We got the all you can eat, which is a great deal. You can pick any of the meats and you get. I would recommend the soy and spicy marinated meats. The kimchi is ok, but you won't get the 8 or so banchands that you would at other places. Our server was excellent and I don't remember her name. She was attentive and gave us a rundown of what to expect. She brought most things promptly but it was a busy night. Parking maybe challenging but you can also take the metro. All in all, I'd probably go back again. But my KBBQ pocket is only half full.

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    Sharonda M.

    Of course as a first timer I was excited to see the hype. It's definitely hyped sadly I couldn't enjoy my entire experience because it was super busy being Valentines Day evening but even with that the server was forgetful, and wasn't really attentive to the table. We ordered the steak & chicken , also sushi rolls the sushi 10/10 !! Definitely worth a try and the K-Steak was delicious very tasty. The only issue was the Chicken it wasn't flavorful and was very easy to burn on the grill. I have to return for a better experience because it wasn't bad just busy and I understand crazy nights happen

    Lia M.

    We had a fun experience at Firepan. I thought mostly everything we had was good, including the strawberry soju and old-fashioned. The bar looked nice and I'd stop in for just a drink. Salad and kimchi were delicious. We all liked our meats. I recommend skipping the Korean fried chicken. I thought it was going to be Bonchon-style, but it was very lackluster and not even close. Server was friendly, though inattentive. We definitely had trouble flagging her and getting more water, etc. It also took forever for the check to come. We went early enough so there was not a wait, but I definitely recommend reservations. I'd return if wanting KBBQ and not wanting to drive to Rockville.

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    Rolonda D.

    Went to Firepan for a nice weeknight dinner. The restaurant was mostly empty and quiet but more people started to come in as the evening got later. We ordered the Option A which is All-You-Can-Eat and included different cuts of chicken, pork, and beef. Our server was very attentive and our meats came out quickly. While it's not the best KBBQ in the area you get a lot of value for what you are paying. I would put it on the same level as Iron Age for KBBQ in the MD suburbs.

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    1 year ago

    Had a great experience at firepan! Tee was incredibly helpful and such a pleasure. She took great care of us during our visit.

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    I recommend coming to firepan! delicious banchan and great service! The interior is aesthetically pleasing also.

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    Food was great, service were great, vibes were great. I have really like this place. Thank you for the great service Zoë!

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    2 years ago

    Fast service and super friendly staff. The Dak chicken was delicious! Will definitely be coming back.

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    Everything was so good, Our server Hasho was very helpful and on it super fast! Love the atmosphere and lights as well!

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    I really enjoy the décor and the quality of the meat. Sabrine is amazing!! We appreciated her patience in her can't wait to come back!

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    Zoe was an amazing server and made sure to check up on us frequently! The food was great

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    Our waitress Zoe was awesome! Food and drinks excellent. Would highly recommend stopping here like we did for a show.

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    The food and service was amazing! We tried the K-Ramen was also a great addition to the menu. Thank you Zoe!

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    Food is amazing and Hasho's service was fantastic! Love the all you can eat, such a great deal.

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    GREAT FOOD! I love the fact they come and help us every once in a while too! The area is awesome too!

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    I've been here a few times and every time the food is amazing! ask for Zoe. she was so attentive and kind. we hope to return soon!

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    The food was fresh and full of flavor. The service was great. The ambiance was just ok.

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    Great meats with a good price. Hasho was a wonderful server and very attentive! The atmosphere was also a great vibe.

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    David was great! Very patient with two teenage boys. Food came very quickly and was delicious.

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    First time coming and will definitely be coming back food was amazing and our server Zoe was the best

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    Yett Gol - Bibim Nang Myun

    Yett Gol

    4.3(131 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    Ahh I love invigorating Korean food. Came to this place after having a silver spring adventure and…read morewe exhausted. This food put satisfying smiles on all our faces. I ordered a tofu soup with miso base and a kimchi pancake for the table. The pajeon was so appetizing I may have forgotten to take a picture before we dug in, and the tofu soup was just very warming. I didn't want anything spicy or I would've gotten a jjigae. You'll notice if you come here that this place is frequented by local Koreans, which tells you this is a good spot haha

    Not sure I'm following the collective psychosis that believes Yett Gol is good, let alone anything…read morespecial. The seolleongtang mostly tasted like the salt that was added tableside. The predominant flavor of the kimchi jjigage was gochugaru. The haemul pajeon didn't have much seafood and came with several burnt spots. The japchae was extremely oily and included very few vegetables. I make better Korean food at home just by watching Maangchi videos. Speaking of videos, the only reason I found this place was through a TikTok, which offered a rave review and showed a packed restaurant. I guess this is how I know FoodTok has officially reached the mainstream, because I'm seeing more and more staged scenarios and dubious opinions. The only thing anybody had anything positive to say about was the rice, which was technically perfect. There is an old adage that goes, "you can judge a restaurant based on how well they cook their rice." But if you have a table full of food and the only thing people want to finish is the rice, then you've got a whole other problem.

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    Mahdang Korean Restaurant

    4.3(385 reviews)
    6.4 mi
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    I'm not sure if there was a management change, because the food is even better at Mahdang! Last…read moretime I went for lunch on a Sunday, it was a ful house. If you're going with one friend, I definitely recommend ordering the Haemul Jeongol. The broth was very flavorful, and there was so much seafood. :) I will definitely be back for more!

    Another visit for dinner on Tuesday, 12/09/25, after a long time. Finding parking was a huge…read morehassle as there were limited spaces in front of the restaurant. Every single space was taken even though there were barely any customers inside. Dunno what was up with that! Street pay parking was available, though. We chose our own table to sit at and the server came with the menus. After a short while, the server came with hot water. Looked over the menu and decided on what we wanted.... Placed an order of the regular Bibimbap with Beef, a Chicken Fried Rice and an order of the Pig's Feet. We also asked for iced water. The server brought out some side dishes and along with the plates and silverware. Then our dinner entrees came out one by one. Tasted the side dishes which seemed a bit old and not that fresh. The Bibimbap and Miso soup were tasty. There wasn't too much beef, but a lot of veggies. Our Chicken Fried Rice was good, but a little bland. Needed more seasoning. My wife said the Pig's Feet was good, so she liked that one. Our table service was fine.

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    Da Rae Won Restaurant

    4.3(601 reviews)
    7.2 mi
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    Hadn't been back here in years, but came recently Saturday night, and it was just as good as I…read moreremembered! It was packed but we got one of the last tables available and were seated right away, others that came later had to wait. Service was great--staff were friendly and attentive. My favorite dish here is the Fried Chicken Wings with Garlic Sauce (Bone-in)--lollipop style wings, the flavor is unique and delicious, and the portion is huge! The Noodle with Pork & Black Bean Sauce and Noodle with Veg & Beef Spicy Seafood Soup are my top favorites noodle dishes here. We also got the Fried Dumplings, which were just okay. For drinks, they have a variety of Soju, another drink favorite of mine lol. Highly recommend this place!

    Pros- Clean establishment…read more Cons- High priced Food is ala carte Service could be more attentive We came to check this place out as my daughter likes it. In the door the place was clean and well lit. Our server was attentive to us in the very beginning b I t did decline. Menu choices to me were a little odd to include everything is ala carte, you dont even get rice with a meal. We were a party of 8 so we all ordered something different. For me the food lacked flavor and the fried beef was like eatting beef Jerry. We had some children with us who dont eat with chop sticks and getting regular utensils seemed difficult. Our server filled our waters in the beginning but that was it, after that finding her for anything was not happening. Finally, they attached a automatic gratuity which i have an issue with, I am a great tipper but if service sucks then it should be my decision on how much to tip.

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    Chadol Korean BBQ

    Chadol Korean BBQ

    4.5(436 reviews)
    10.5 mi
    $$$
    Casual dining
    Large group friendly

    We've been coming to this AYCE kbbq spot for a while now and it's already a favorite, but I had to…read morewrite a review after being served by Andrew twice. Andrew is genuinely one of the best servers I've had anywhere. Super professional without feeling stiff, really easy to talk to, and just completely on top of everything. He managed the grill perfectly the whole time, paced the meat so nothing felt rushed or slow, and kept the heat just right without us ever having to ask. Our table never sat empty either. Banchan refills came out fast, drinks stayed full, and everything just flowed. What stood out the most was how seamless the entire experience felt. You don't realize how much that matters until you have someone who does it this well. It made the whole meal way more enjoyable. On top of that, the food here is already great and for $45 AYCE it's honestly a steal. But having Andrew take care of us twice now is what really made me want to leave this review. If you come here, definitely ask for Andrew if you can. He elevates the whole experience.

    This was my second time here and man, definitely a lot more food than what I can consume!…read moreWe went with a friend, who is pretty savvy with Korea bbq. We left the cooking and ordering up to him. We arrived ariund 730 on a Saturday and had to wait about an hour for a table. We sat at the bar and ordered soju and I had a lychee martini, which was so delicious. We went with the premium meats and started with brisket, which was good, but simple. It was perfect with the veggies and sauces that were given. The rice and soup was delicious! My husband had two rounds eventhough we told him to save room. We then had the marinated boneless short rib, which was marinated perfectly and super flavorful and tender. We also ordered fried dumplings and a few rounds of ramen. The ramen was so delicious, especially when you add more veggies and meat. Overall, great ambiance and experience. The food is great, especially if you enjoy Korean bbq. Definitely worth a visit.

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