I'm a big fan of AYCE KBBQ but I think this place fell short compared to what I'm used to. Banchans were nothing special. Having to pay additional $20 for premium menu was not really worth it when there was maybe only 3 things that were worth it (long bone short rib steak, premium wagyu, center cut short rib) Everything else was overwhelming because there's so many options. Service was also pretty slow considering it was not crowded and there wasn't many people. We went around 3pm on a weekday. We found ourselves having to wait around for the grill to be changed. Overall, I don't think I'd go back. I feel like there are better KBBQ in the area. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

Went here for lunch with friends. Tables are great for large groups and there's so many options on their menu. We ordered all the sides they had available I really enjoyed the kimchi fried rice and the bim bim bop paired with all the proteins we got. From the garlic chicken, bulgogi, and steak. Everything came out reasonably fast and once cooked everything was delicious . Just make sure you have the right temp on the grill or it will take a while. Plenty of parking and there's so much going on around the restaurant. So if you're in the area and are really hungry, you won't be disappointed if you stop here at Gen's. read more

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I think this is newly opened. Place is clean and spacious. Alot of tables. When we dine during lunch there is only one server which makes it slow but service is good. Meats and cooked foods are delicious. Restroom is clean. High chair seen. Spacious parking space. read more

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Good quality meat and diversity of options. When you sit down, they tell you to start with a round of appetizers, but that's optional- you can (and should) start ordering meat right away. Something interesting I didn't expect is the thinness of some of the meats, e.g. the rolls of beef pictured below (along the lines of what you would expect at hotpot). They cook faster and taste good though, so no complaints there. Service seemed a bit touch and go. It was a bit hard to get our server's attention, even though the place was definitely not busy when we were there. Perhaps a bit of growing pains due to it being a fairly new/revamped restaurant. read more

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First time dining here, our server was Keayshawn G he was informative , patient ,friendly, attentive and came with great recommendations!! Enjoyable and tasty food would absolutely come back and try other options and some of the fav!! Restroom was clean ambiance was very nice we went after 6pm on Monday and the place filled up not even a hour after. Some water droplets trails on the floor I noticed walking back from the restroom and was still there after my partner went to the restroom before we left, I was surprised because we went at two completely different times and he said " I almost slipped on water" read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - The Capri drinks were yummy - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

Overall experience is just ok, nothing special to rave about. This place hasn't been open for all that long so we purposefully waited a bit before going. Upon arriving on a Friday night, we were seated immediately. I was surprised that it wasn't all that busy as I'm used to new places being packed. The waiter explained to us how there were 2 menu options for all you can eat; the regular dinner for around $30 or for an additional $20, there was a deluxe menu with higher quality meats like bone in rb and wagyu. Since this was our first time, we opted for the regular dinner because my thought process was, if a place isn't at least decent for the regular price, i would not pay for deluxe. When ordering, you were only allowed to order 4 meats and 2 appetizers at a time. We thought that would be ok but when they brought out the meats, the portion size was so small that we thought they should of allowed us to order more. The meat flavorings weren't anything special compared to other buffet places. We were excited to see that they had korean fried chicken as one of the appetizers but when it came out, we were very disappointed. Pieces were small and overly coated with sauce, not to mention that a lof of the pieces were nothing but fried breading. They also did not have the option of having lettuce to wrap the meats in which made eating just meat to be quite heavy. The only options they had were radish and rice paper but they had run out of radishes. Our waiter was very nice but in regards to service and being that they weren't all that busy, i thought it could of been better. It took a while for us to flag down our waiter to order more food and the fact that each order was so small, it really turned us off from wanting to return. Overall, not a very good experience for a place that we were super excited to try. Especially since the place it took over, Picnic Garden, was one of my favorite places. It would be nice if they had some self serve options, especially for the sides. As for ambiance, the interior is nicely decorated and clean. There are plenty of booth seats and well as big tables and the best thing was the huge exhaust system they had to pull out all the smoke. That was one thing that I appreciated. i read more

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Very clean restaurant in a shopping plaza with plenty of parking. There's a Korean supermarket next door. Service is good, you do have to flag down the staff if you want to order more. You are limited to 4 meat dishes per round but you can order as may rounds as you want. For sure you would not leave hungry. Lunch prices are very competitive and you will find it hard to find a better value in the area. Can't even think of a real negative even if I tried. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - AYCE Price - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

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We came for dinner on a Friday around 6pm and it wasn't too busy but was filling up by the time we left (7:30pm). The staff are super friendly and our server was attentive. We got the regular dinner but you can pay $20 extra for the premium dinner menu. The regular dinner had a huge assortment. We liked most of the things we ordered especially any of the pork belly items. Drinks are really affordable and their lemonade/flavored tea are bottomless. The place itself is huge and super spacious. Even the tables are large enough to fit a group of people. We absolutely loved this place! read more

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Came here on a Thursday night for an earlier dinner and it was not too crowded but filled up as it got towards 7pm. The interior is much more sleek and modern than the old Picnic Garden. There is no self serve section and everything is brought to you a la carte by your server. When we sat down the waitress bright over some banchan which was decent but there wasn't too much variety. We opted for the premium menu and decided to only order from the premium section to get our moneys worth. We tried the ribeye, brisket, long bone galbi, marinated galbi, and carne asada. I would recommend everything except the carne asada. Also tried the kimchi cheese fried rice. The ribeye nicely marbled and very tender. The brisket also has a good amount a fat and melted in your mouth. The long bone galbi had a sweet marinade but wasn't too overpowering. This cut was slightly chewier but still tender. The marinated short rib was probably our favorite cut there. It had the sweet galbi marinade that everyone is familiar with that caramelized nicely on the grill and the meat itself was beefy and tender. The carne asada was decent but not memorable. We ordered it because our waitress recommended it but I would not get it again. Lastly the kimchi cheese fried rice was okay. It was very rich and kind of overpowering which took away from the flavors of the meats. One thing that I would stop me from coming back is I noticed that there may be different qualities in meat. We ordered two orders of the ribeye and the first one was excellent as I described above where as the second one seemed less marbled and much chewier. I definitely want to give this place another try as there are other menu items I didn't get to try that I would like to. For all you can eat the quality is pretty high. I just hope they stay consistent. read more

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Ambiance :8/10 The restaurant interior looks updated and modernized. Low light setting, and not your usual Korean pop music playing. Their choice in music was modern day hip hop and r&b which I found a nice change . Service: 10/10 Since they are a recently opened restaurant it's honestly going to be hard to say their service is poor. Hostess down to the server were very friendly and helpful. I want to see like 5/6 months down the line if the service still holds up and if they are still highly attentive and quick. Food: 8/10 The food was good . It came out relatively quick. The premium ribeye was good , pork cheek was good along with the center cut short rib and wagyu. The Wagyu and center cut short rib though was cut super super thin , to the point we were all like that's it ?? We also ordered cuts of pork belly; and I dunno if it was just us, but the pork belly cuts were more fatty and less meat if that makes sense . For the most part ,everything tasted good. However some things I found strange were that the restaurant did not have the usual banchan staples such as radish, the steamed egg , or even leaves of lettuce to use as wrapping on menu. Also this AYCE restaurant makes you pay $20 dollars more to access the " Premium " menu items . I went for dinner so dinner is $30.00 dollars and they wanted $20.00 dollars more to gain access to the " Premium dinner " which was an additional 13 menu items only . This place was good but not great . Not having the staple sides that you can find normally at a Korean restaurant is a turn off. And that extra 20 for premium tier access is a turn off too . I think I'll stay going to butcher 360 for now . Their meats a a lot better and there's no pay wall to access premium tier items. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

First time here since they changed names, the food and service was good We would definitely come back here again for lunch We came on a weekend so it was the dinner price all day Only bad thing is they had a bathroom issue I. The men's room both urinals were down and router was busy fixing it Killed the enjoyment after the meal when seeing that. Other sure they would have gotten a 4 star at the minimum! read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

Went to have AYCE lunch here on a weekday. The meat is freshly marinated. My first time here. Very nice and helpful serving staff. This place took a big decor changed as compared to the original Korean BBQ owner, updated smoking ventilation, lighting effects were upgraded and very clean. read more

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they're one of our favorite BBQ places to this area, the staff is amazing and professional, along with attentive and knowledgeable. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

Extra star for a new establishment which still has potential to fix itself. Opted for the regular dinner menu, we were only allowed to choose 4 at a time but the portions was tiny. Honestly this was how picnic garden failed. Also the quality of the meat was very mediocre. For this day and age quality is important. Would rather go to Butcher360. read more

The place looked new and everything looked nice, dim lighting intimate tables with one grill. The servers were attentive and made good recommendations. We opted for the basic dinner all you can eat which was about $32 per person. The quality of the meat was just okay. The rolls of meat would stick to the grill making the meat get an odd texture. We did leave extremely full and couldn't taste the dessert. I really enjoyed the beef ribs and Korean fried chicken. I would visit again since it's inexpensive for what you get. read more

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Came in & left. The staff were friendly & funny, but admittedly they told they were out of a lot of the meats. Literally saying "Yeah, sorry, we don't have anything." Not literally, but a lot. Especially the meats that we wanted. Cool vibe, nice looking place, but Oh well. They got 3 stars this trip. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Table - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

Been Twice Already and Definitely Going Back Gen Korean BBQ in Edison is one of those places where you could go over and over and still not get tired of it. The menu is massive -- they have everything. All kinds of beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and even more unique options like ox intestine or beef tongue if you're in the mood to try something different. There's so much variety that it's honestly hard to decide what to order first. What makes it even better is everything is unlimited, so you can try as much as you want without holding back. I went for the Premium option (it's an extra $20 per person), and it was absolutely worth it. You get access to all the top-tier cuts and dishes: * Premium Marinated Long Bone Short Rib Steak * Premium Marbling Center Cut Marinated Short Rib (limited to two orders per person -- make sure to get it!) * Premium Wagyu, buttery and incredibly tender * Premium Cajun Shrimp, packed with flavor * Al Pastor and Carne Asada, both well-seasoned and delicious * And the Premium Taco Sampler, which comes with Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Pollo Asado, and Cajun Shrimp, plus unlimited tortillas to build your own tacos at the table. They also have a bunch of cooked appetizers, which is a great way to start. I tried the crispy calamari and the fried pork tonkatsu with cheese inside, and both were really good. The tonkatsu especially stood out -- crispy outside, with the melty cheese inside giving it such a nice twist. I ended up making my own stir-fry at the table too, using the assorted vegetable platter and the Premium Wagyu. It came out so good that people walking by actually stopped to ask me what I made. It's fun to play around and build your own combinations while you cook. They also offer a build-your-own K-Ramyun, which is like Korean-style ramen. I added cheese, jalapeño, and dumplings to mine, and it was seriously comforting. Spicy, cheesy, and a perfect balance to all the grilled meats. On top of that, they bring out traditional banchan (side dishes), which adds even more variety to the table, and they have a whole range of sauces you can order to mix things up. The service has been great both times I've visited -- the staff is friendly, attentive, and keeps everything moving without feeling rushed. And for dessert, they serve this Korean pancake that's crispy on the outside, dusted with powdered sugar, and has a dense, chewy inside that reminds me of mochi. It's filled with warm brown sugar, and while it's not fluffy like a zeppole, the texture and powdered sugar give you that same kind of feel. I liked it so much I ordered a second one right away. Overall, Gen is just a really fun place to eat. The unlimited options, the chance to get creative with your food, and the great service make it a spot I keep wanting to go back to. I've already been twice, and I know I'll be back again soon. read more

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For a new Korean BBQ chain restaurant, it's a meh for me. I expected more from this place. Came here on a Saturday at noon. The ambiance of the place was nice. Opted for the regular dinner all you can eat, which was about $32 per person. Saw the additional $20 for the premium menu but did not go for it because I thought it was not worth it. Once you get your drinks, start ordering round of appetizers and meats. We were only allowed to choose 4 at a time but the portions were decent. The first around of appetizer took about 40 minutes to arrive. Different server looked confuse of which table to deliver the appetizer to. But the meat section arrives decent time. There not much option for the vegetables section. Not even lettuces alone to make a wrap with the meat. I tried the calamari rings, and it wasn't that great. It had a very fishy taste to it like it was not fresh. Seafood section is disappointing. There is only shrimp that is good, and I did not want to try the calamari since the appetizer one was bad. The meat section is decent but not great. There's like 6 different marinates for pork bellies. The only good meat was the sirloin, short rib, beef bulgogi, and pork cheek. Service was slow considering it was not crowded and there weren't many people. It was a bit hard to get our server's attention. It took a while for water to be refill. Overall, not planning to go back. There are better Korean BBQ in the area with the same price with more on the menu. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

It's not exactly good but it's not the worst thing ever. If you're used to places in Ktown, Fort Lee or Flushing, you will be sadly disappointed at Gen Korean. While the place is huge and the menu is massive, nothing is particularly good. Bonchon is weak, there is no fermented bean paste, and the classic dishes are bad. You have to question the establishment if they have carne asada or al pastor on the menu. Might be delicious for others but it's not for me. People on the other hand are wonderful. read more

This place is huge with plenty of seating. There are so many things included on the basic menu its very much worth the price. Staff was friendly and accommodating to my large party. Food was great too. read more

now open! with multiple restaurants in usa, this is the first one to open in nj. this all you can eat korean bbq spot is worth all the hype. from premium wagyu to the premium marbling center cut marinated short rib-there is so much to choose from. there are two options-regular menu or the premium menu. the premium menu is totally worth it, there are so many premium cuts to choose from and it's all you can eat! premium ribeye premium wagyu premium marinated long bone short rib steak beef bulgogi- marinated prime chuck roll spicy samgyubsal-marinated spicy pork belly cheese kimchi fried rice read more

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Food is delicious! My personal favorite is the KFC Korean fried chicken and galbi. Staffs are very friendly and the service is excellent. Highly recommended! read more

Went for dinner and the server was really nice. For an extra $20 per person, you can add on the premium menu. They had 5 different side dishes. One of favorites was the pork chop. It's delicious and super soft when hot so kids can eat it easily; they liked it even more than chicken. The galbi was seasoned well and delicious. The spicy ribs were definitely very spicy. The one thing I was disappointed in was their soup. I had both of them. Instead of traditional Korean tasting soup, it tasted like Mexican spices and very salty. I was looking forward to the usual Korean tofu soup but instead met with very little tofu, lots of bell peppers and zucchini and tortilla tasting soup. The kids and I also liked their dessert. Very chewy with red bean inside. The inside of the restaurant was pretty dark with a light per table, but I wish it was a bit brighter inside. read more

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Have You Ever Experienced Korean BBQ Like This? If you're looking for a fun, interactive dining experience, Gen Korean BBQ House in Edison is a must-visit! With multiple locations across the U.S., it's so exciting that they've finally made their way to Edison, New Jersey--and trust me, it's a game-changer. From the moment we sat down, we were treated to an amazing spread of classic Korean sides--pickled onions, kimchi, radishes, and spicy cucumbers--setting the stage for an unforgettable meal. We kicked things off with kimchi fried rice, followed by a fresh, crisp salad, cheesy pork katsu, and some delicious dumplings. But the real highlight? Grilling up premium meats--I went all in and chose the premium meat package, and it did not disappoint. We started with a beautifully marbled Wagyu, a long bone short rib, a marinated short rib, and a ribeye--and let me tell you, that ribeye was so good, I had to order it again! To go with it, we also threw some Cajun shrimp on the grill, which added a perfect kick. Everything cooked up beautifully, making the experience even more exciting. To complement the meal, I sipped on refreshing mocktail spritzers--blue lemonade, dragon fruit, and pineapple wine--all vibrant and delicious. And because I couldn't get enough, I went back for round two with more ribeye and some pollo asada. By the end of the meal, I was completely stuffed, with no room for another bite. Whether you're going with friends, family, or for a unique date night, Gen Korean BBQ House is absolutely worth checking out! Watch the full video experience on @foodaholicnj read more

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Rating this bc it's an established chain. It's still in its soft opening. Despite that, service was smooth and super attentive. A+. Unfortunately, my rating is coming from menu preference -- for $30+, I just want non-marinated options. It's hard to gauge the meat quality because the sauciness messes with the texture/makes it mushy, and it causes you to need to change out the grill more. But the biggest point of dissatisfaction was the sides. Yes, we're here for bbq, but we were itching for tteokbokki. They were cold, dry, and split. We tried the japchae -- a whole lot of noodle but the only veg was red bell pepper and onion. We were hopeful for the hotteok as a sweet cap to the meal. It was a little warmer than room temp, clearly reheated from frozen. Maybe this is a chain issue? Not super willing to drop money here again, especially in this plaza, where there are lots of food options. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - grilling the veg from the japchae feat. sambyupsal - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

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I was really looking forward to trying Gen Korean BBQ, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. The all-you-can-eat meat selection sounded great on paper, but the quality was underwhelming at best. Several cuts were tough, chewy, and lacked flavor. not what I expected from a place that specializes in BBQ. What really sealed the disappointing experience was the service. I had to ask just to get a glass of water. For a restaurant that expects you to sit and grill for a while, you'd think they'd be more attentive with basics like that. Not sure I'd come back anytime soon. There are definitely better Korean BBQ spots out there with higher quality meats and more attentive service. read more

Went today for an early dinner. Not crowded at all. No alcohol, yet. It's still somewhat of a soft opening. I've been to at least 7 different Gen Korean bbq in cali and Hawaii. They pretty much all taste the same and have the same menu. Still high quality. No rice paper today, that was sad. Big pieces of meat, (that's what she said), steak and pork belly. Will come back again when it's after the grand opening around Chinese new year. Hopefully the wait time isn't as crazy as the ones in cali. 90 mins to 2 hours for a table during peak hours. Hopefully this yelp page will add a wait list, like the other Gens, as the place will get more popular and way more busy. Gen is still my favorite kbbq places to get my ayce fix. read more

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We went on a Wednesday and the place had plenty of tables. They were able to accommodate for 11 people wth ease. The place was very clean and spacious, nice lighting. The food was great we loved the brisket which they have another name on the menu but just read the small font and you'll find it. Waiters and servers were very polite and helpful. If you plan on drinking alcohol it's BYOB. They do not alcoholic beverages so just a heads up. Everything about this place is great, there is plenty of parking so shouldn't be a problem. read more

Best Korean BBQ around! Have tried several others and they don't compare. Food is flavorful, great ambiance, and servers are always attentive. I'm not looking around anymore- this will be my go to spot from now on. read more

Gen Korean BBQ House - Nook Gan Sal - Korean Near Me - Edison, New Jersey

I was here last Sunday for dinner with family and friends. The place was not busy at all. I wished I had read these bad reviews before eating here. I totally agree the meat quality is way below average. We ordered the premium option and the meat are NOT premium. Definitely not!! The food was very disappointing and it was such a waste of money. Everything was awful! The meat was chewy, had no flavor at all. And wagyu? Haha what a joke! The shrimp was part of the premium option and it was not fresh. I had one piece and had stomach issues for 2 days. We also ordered the chicken and calamari for appetizers and it was all breading and again NO flavor! Ordered a tofu soup and it was warm water with chili paste. Nothing about this place would make us go back even If they paid us. read more

Pro: the decor looks good, newly renovated. Clean bathroom. Service was good. Meat quality was good for the price. Plenty of parking space. Con: the little side dishes came with the meal were not adequate. Both lacking variety and quantity. There were not enough choices in the menu besides meat. The 2 soups were like Mexican chili added water, didn't taste like Asian food. There was only one dessert and had peanut in it. We have somebody in the group with peanut allergy, so we didn't have the dessert. Bottom line is great value for a mainly meat dinner. read more

I ate at Gen Korean BBQ yesterday (4/18), and while the food was fantastic, the service (actually server) was even better. His name was Caesar, and he was attentive, polite, engaging, and knew the entire menu in English and Korean! I simply can't say enough good things about this young man. The food (I had galbi, carne asada, pollo asada, and pork belly) was fresh and very, very tasty. Their banchan was also very tasty, but the choices are limited. If you are a big-time carnivore (like me) and love outstanding service, I suggest you try Gen Korean BBQ and hope you have Caesar as your server. You won't be sorry read more

If you truly enjoy authentic Korean BBQ this is not the place you would want to go. Appetizers were great, but when it comes to the actual bbq the meats were average. Side dishes were not good at all and about 5 small ones. Service was excellent! Very attentive. That said, I won't be coming back but I'm glad I gave it a try. read more