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    Handam BBQ - Chinatown

    4.1 (709 reviews)
    PriceyBarbeque, Korean
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Brandon D.

    Went to handam bbq for my friends birthday. I've been to their heights location but this is my first time at the bellaire one. They have a huge lobby to wait in is they're full. They have a couple arcade machines which were fun to play with. We got menu B which comes with extra meat, a free appetizer, and sushi. They give out a ton of banchan, my favorite is the fish cakes. For our apps, we got the scallion pancakes and kimchi stew. The pancakes were pretty good but we didn't start eating the stew until the end and it was cold by then. For the meats we especially liked the kalbi and bulgogi. Sushi was ok, I liked the salmon but the other ones were a little fishy. Decent overall but I def prefer the other location because hotpot seems more worth it to me than sushi, in terms of how good they tasted

    Michelle T.

    Came on a busy Saturday night and the servers were very attentive, asking for next rounds, regularly switching out our griddle, etc. also got free dessert!! decent fish and meat quality considering it's ayce. Come if u wanna get so overstuffed you can barely walk after.

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    Victoria M.

    We had a great server in Tiffany, who dealt with our shenanigans expertly lol Shared parking lot, easy access off beltway 8. They have a high powered ventilation system so it's maybe the only bbq place we have been to where we don't smell like we've been there. We went for the upgraded AYCE menu which included 2 apps. We chose the seafood pancake and braised short rib, which was like a stew. Pancake was so-so, short rib was good. It also included their sushi menu, so we had a few sashimi options and a tuna tower, all decent but not amazing. Banchan was not bad. Meat selection had a nice variety and was good quality. The grills were changed often as were our plates as needed. Dessert was a taiyaki with churros and ice cream which was quite tasty.

    Albert T.

    Been wanting to try Handam BBQ for a long time. I was craving some Korean BBQ so I figure , now is the time to go! I went during lunch time to take advantage of the lunch menu ayce special. I didn't really need all the meats, so the basic meats were just good enough for me. The beef brisket, beef belly, pork belly - all great! The banchan selection was excellent!! From the fried tofu, noodles, chicken, and my favorite the fish cakes...I couldn't get enough! Since it was lunch, service was quick, a lot of space on the table for food, loved the extra ledge for non food items. I'm glad Houston has a lot of great kbbq options now!

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    Errold-John T.

    I've been wanting to checkout Handam for a while after hearing so many good things about it. I will say that the banchan is the largest assortment of banchan I've ever received at a KBBQ spot, and it was all very delicious. My partner and I got Package B, which comes with more meat options, 2 free appetizers, and sushi. All of that for the price was really worth it. The meat is pretty standard for KBBQ, it didn't particularly blow me away. We did have to ask our server to oil the grill for us because our meat kept sticking and burning on the grill. Our server, Amanda, was so attentive, helpful, and prompt. The service made our experience so much better. Tip: the busiest times are Fridays and Saturdays after 7:30, 8pm. Avoid those times if you don't want more than an hour wait.

    Newton D.

    Handam BBQ is one of the popular Korean BBQ spots in the Chinatown area. However, lately they have been a hit and miss when it comes to food flavor quality profile. While the flavor is precisely the same, the accuracy of tasting the flavor was low when going recently. Ambiance is always energetic with music playing and friendly front lobby with games and spacious seating to wait for a table. Service is consistently fast and helpful when needing some sort of assistant like ordering and needing a grill change!

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    Tram N.

    We went on a Sunday afternoon, and the place was pretty packed, but luckily there was no wait at all, which was nice. As soon as we sat down, the server came by and filled the table with a bunch of banchan (side dishes) -- honestly, I was impressed. There were about 15 different dishes on the table, and we hadn't even ordered yet. We went with the AYCE B option, which is about $5 extra but totally worth it since you get more choices and a better variety of meats. With the B option, you also get two free appetizers of your choice (no refills though). I got the soybean stew and the braised beef short rib. The soybean stew was decent, nothing special, but the short rib was really good -- though the portion was a bit small, with three little pieces and one big one. We ordered a bunch of different meats, and honestly, everything was fresh, juicy, and didn't have any weird smell. The sushi and other items were also really good. I didn't really have anything to complain about food-wise. The only downside was that it took a while for someone to come take our order -- we waited over 30 minutes after being seated. We even finished all the banchan before ordering since we came hungry. But I could tell our server was super busy running around taking care of several tables, so I understand. Once the food started coming, everything went smoothly after that. The ambiance was okay. My husband mentioned he had been here before and said the place has changed a lot -- in a good way. The only thing I would fix is the TV placement. It's in a weird spot where it's hard to see, and I personally like watching something while eating. One thing I really liked is that they have a small playground and a few arcade games outside by the entrance. It's free, has AC, and there are benches to sit on -- a great idea for families with kids, especially if there's a wait. Overall, it's a nice and affordable spot for Korean BBQ that definitely hits the craving. I'd for sure come back again.

    Giang T.

    came back to Handam again after some time and the quality is still the same: banchans galore, and high quality meats!! service is pretty fast for a weekend, staff made sure to change our grill very very often, and was very attentive to our needs. casual and friendly ambiance.

    Jarek M.

    Good food, good service, good experience... Service and atmosphere: Fantastic service. Our server was very friendly and gave us great recommendations. She was attentive and super helpful during our visit. Other staff members were also friendly. The restaurant was clean and well organised. They offer many tables yet you don't feel crammed. Food and drinks: Very good selections in both areas. Food was very good. I recommend all you can eat option. You can choose here beef, poultry, seafood, and pork cuts. Many to choose from in each category. We opted for beef only. Meat was well seasoned, marinated, cut and presented. You will get great variety of in-house made side dishes. The restaurant offers wide selection of alcoholic beverages too. Pricing: $$ - $35 per person for all you can eat is super worth it!

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    Andrea K.

    I've visited this location multiple times for their AYCE and their staff is always friendly and attentive in my experience. They are always proactive with switching new grills for us whenever it's starting to look too charred. The banchan is sooo good I could eat all of it but I have to save space for the meats which are also so fresh and tasty. I've never tried their chicken but you definitely can't go wrong with any of the pork and beef cuts! The tables are appropriate sized for KBBQ with just enough space for everything, and even though they don't have individual vents, the smoke doesn't seem to be an issue. With k-pop music videos setting the vibes in the background, this is the perfect place for catching up with friends, family, or even a date. Parking is easy and free outside, and if you come in on a weekday, the AYCE price is an absolute steal!

    Olivia W.

    This place has fast service and amazing side dishes. There's someone moving a cart of side dishes for any refills which is great! I usually get one of the combos depending on the party size I'm with. The quality to meat is pretty decent with the price. The vibe is pretty nice especially on a Friday or Saturday night!

    Diana J.

    Ok service. Large bbq place. Cool waiting area for guests. Large selection of sides brought to you when you're seated. Meats were ok. Some had too much fat that we didn't eat. Sushi was decent. Ordered selections came out medium speed.

    Linh T.

    Even though there are so many new KBBQ places around Houston these days, Handam is still at the top of my list for AYCE KBBQ. The menu has changed over the years, even the side dish options, but the quality of the food and service has always been consistent. There are two AYCE options: the $30 option with a selected amount of meats and the $35 option with everything (including appetizers). I stopped by on a recent Saturday afternoon for a late lunch for 4, so the restaurant was not busy. We were immediately seated and quickly got our orders. For side dishes, they now have a cart to refill everything whenever we ask. There are way more side dish options these days, which is super nice. Grill changes are frequent, and everything is super tasty as usual. You really can't miss when it comes to Handam. Expect a wait if you go during weekend lunches/dinners because it does get pretty busy. Otherwise, go during off hours if you don't want to wait. It's definitely worth it.

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    Is it ventilated enough to bring a baby here?

    I would. Despite the charcoal, I never noticed any smoke there, and I'm pretty sensitive to smell.

    Will they be open for Christmas this year?

    Hello Jessica, Yes we will be open on Christmas from 12 noon all day till 10 PM with the last call for the Kitchen will be at 9 pm.

    Does the AYCE include appetizers?

    No appetizers, just banchan and meats!

    Can you accommodate a party of 12?

    I would call to double check before coming in or make a reservation!

    Hello! Does everyone at the table have to order AYCE?

    Yes - if one person orders AYCE, then everyone else has to as well.

    Does this place have reservations?

    They accept reservations for parties of 10 or larger.

    Hi , is this place BYOB?

    when we went didn't seem like anyone brought their own

    Hi Jae, I see that the AYCE lunch menu is $25 pp. Is the regular AYCE at $35 pp also available during lunch?

    Hi Jeannie, Yes, our AYCE dinner options $30 & $35 are also available during lunch.

    How much for kids? And what are the sides available for the premium option?

    Kids don't pay for AYCE. Just pay for their beverages or anything other meal you can purchase for them.

    Do you cook yourself or does someone cook your food at your table?

    You cook yourself

    Hi - do you do curbside and/or delivery for cooked items (bento boxes, etc)?

    Hi Tina! We can do curbside. Please give us a call and we will do whatever we can to accommodate your curbside order. Regarding deliveries, we exclusively use doordash. Thanks for Inquiring and hope to see you soon!

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