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    Hoban Korean BBQ

    3.4 (399 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque
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    Karli S.

    The service was awful. Our server brought our table the wrong beer and forgot another persons drink. We didn't see her again until she came back by after we were done eating and asked if we had gotten our check yet. A different employee brought out our food, didn't say anything to us, didn't explain how the grill worked, nothing. We had a good time but the service really needs some work. The food was decent, but no reason to go back. We paid $150 for everything on the table.

    Annie D.

    This was my first time at a Korean BBQ place and I am not sure I would go back. We got beef and chicken with various sides. While cooking was kind of fun, I am not sure the hassle and the price were worth the food. Maybe we didn't try the right things on the menu but I wouldn't be jumping to go back again. Service was good and they were helpful giving us an idea of what to order but maybe Korean BBQ is just not for me.

    Wendy F.

    Visiting from out of state. Food prices were extremely high here for a non AYCE spot. Service was really slow, all they did was drop off our food and not really check in on us. Could've used a refill on water's throughout dinner. Food was just okay, felt pretty mediocre to me. We also barely got any dipping sauce, and the server was nowhere to be found, had to track someone down after a while.

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    Raj D.

    Went with my cousin Sid and a couple of nephews. The Good. It's kind of fun and the staff were very sweet. The so-so. The food cuts are a bit not my style. The pork was almost all fat and to render on the grill takes forever. I ended up grilling mostly veggies. They were good. Asparagus. Mushrooms. Peppers. All. But proteins were not great.

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    Mary Y.

    When the food is great, but the services is not. This place sometimes disappoints me. This isnt the first, second, third or fourth time. This is my fifth time in the pass 3-6 years. We waited more than 45 minutes, next time reserve first. Then we waited 15 minutes to order and then waited 45 mins to get our food. We were starving watching other people eating their food. Technically we were there from 7-10. Just waiting and waiting. Im not too sure if i really wanna come back after this last time. I rather go out of state for any kbbq. The service hasnt always been my favor. However, the food . It was pretty good. The egg soufflé was super salty from top to bottom. The octopus with pork and other veggies was really yummy. I enjoy the hoban galbi, it did taste really good, so always wash your mouth down with water. The flavor sometimes too overpowering. The beef soup was good. I love how it wasnt overpower beef flavor. It can wash down a lot of the other flavor. Btw the lettuce is extra. The ambiance was ok. A lot of weird tv channels. The music was good. A lot of people enjoying their food and having a good time talking.

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    Sheldon B.

    I love Hoban! Such friendly and welcoming service, and the aroma grabs you as soon as you enter the foyer. Apple Maps mistakenly navigated me towards a Minneapolis location I've never been to as I'm only familiar with the Eagan location. And it was worth the drive to get there! It's been years since we've been here, but it brought back so many memories for my wife and I. We reminisced about what our favs were, so we ordered up! I highly recommend the bulgogi, the bibimbap, spicy wings, and how could I go without mandu?? We almost went with the pork bulgogi because it's spicy but we opted to make a return date night another time! Also, if karaoke is your thing, stop by their Do Re MI Karaoke, the rooms were packed and there was even a group of 7 ladies who were jammin out. Hoban is great for large families or groups or for a special date night. I sat right next to my bride in the booth and we had all the food in front of us, I joked that we should play the game Sushi Go! Visit Hoban, it'll become one of your instant fav's!!

    Susie R.

    Extremely overpriced bbq... The service was nice. The place is pretty big. It was difficult to find parking which sucked. The food itself was just okay. The Haemul Pajeon was really yummy. They do offer other dishes if you don't want to do BBQ. The quality of the meat was okay. It was def pricey compared to other bbq places. Probably worth visiting if you are in the area but I would def not go out of way to go here. There are way better Korean bbq places in the burbs.

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    Michaela S.

    The food was pretty good but the service wasn't too great. We made reservations and wasn't seated for a bit even though we arrived a little early. Then, we were seated but a waiter didn't come around for another 20 minutes. Lots of waiting, plus we needed to pay for parking based on time (street parking right in front) so it felt like we wasted a lot of time. We struggled to flag down our waiter and had to ask for water, but it's understandable because there weren't a lot of waiters. They seemed understaffed so we just had to be patient. The prices were a little high for Korean BBQ in my opinion, but there are no other options (around here) that I know of. The meats were pretty high quality and I'd say worth the price! I really enjoyed the food and had a lot of leftovers. We shared four orders of meats between two people and had a lot of leftovers, so just two orders would probably be enough. I highly recommend the beef tongue and pork jowl. They do charge a small fee for paying with card, but that's also understandable and isn't very big at all. Definitely a place to try for authentic Korean food and I would definitely come back. Our server was so kind and made the experience better.

    Beef Bulgogi
    Robert W.

    I live really close to here, but for some reason hadn't stopped by yet. Finally came by here last week with a bunch of friends since this is what I believe to be the only KBBQ place in Minneapolis due to what my local friend described as laws around heating elements at the table. I saw the mixed reviews on Yelp, so I was a bit apprehensive, but we came with a big party of 8. We were seated at two adjacent tables. They cannot combine them because the heating elements make the tables permanent fixtures which is no problem! They immediately delivered the banchan, which are basically an assortment of Korean sides including pickled radish, kimchi, etc. The setup was very solid. We ordered a big lychee soju to split and it was delicious! Fed the whole table with multiple shops for only $40 total (5/person). For the main entrees, my side ordered a beef bulgogi for the grill to split. And I also ordered a bulgogi in a bowl. The grill bulgogi was a huge portion, and the marinade was great. It's super easy to cook bulgogi if you've never done KBBQ before, I recommend it as an easy starter. This is because it's very thin and the flavor is strong so it's okay to overcook/easy to not accidentally undercook. Full steaks at KBBQ are just something I don't recommend, you are better off doing that at home. Come here for the marinated Korean specialties! Onto the bulgogi in a bowl, it came in a beautiful, attention grabbing cast iron pot that was steaming ( and (obviously) very hot to the touch. It was jam packed with ground bulgogi, lots of slices of bulgogi, some vegetables, and a healthy helping of vermicelli noodles. The soup was delicious! The bulgogi was tender and flavorful, the broth was awesome, and the noodles were superb. It can get really hot in there with the grill on so just be ready and make sure to hydrate!

    Brisket, Mandu, Japchae, Pajeon.
    Lake C.

    Visiting MSP and tried Korean BBQ at Hoban. Food was good, service was a tad slow- they were busy, and staff were friendly. Prices were average to high for the quality. Note: unfortunately, the BBQ here was not served with lettuce to make wraps. Other KBBQ places serve bbq with lettuce and sam jang, sam mu, and other sides that really compete a kbbq. I probably would check out other Korean bbq in MSP before going here again. Overall it rates a 3.5 star rating.

    Anne C.

    Korean bbq in Minneapolis is not on par with places with large Korean populations like New York, DMV, or Los Angeles. That being said I'm very happy to have Hoban as a reasonable local option. I have been several times with large and small groups of friends, and just to be able to introduce friends who are new Korean bbq to this amazing cuisine alone makes it worthwhile to keep coming back. The food is reasonably good and there are some vegetarian options available too. And of course with a generous selection of refillable banchan (side dishes). The restaurant is spacious and I have not had problems getting a bbq table even with a large walk in group. The prices are higher than what I would spend for an average meal eating out in the Twin Cities and certainly more than what I would spend to have bbq in a more established Korean neighborhood but I think overall still reasonable for the food and experience. Not the best but a solid option for my late night Midwest kbbq cravings. Paid street parking available in neighboring streets.

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    Adriana G.

    This is my third time at Hoban and it has improved a lot. Last time I visited was 2 years ago and this meal was a five star. The meat was excellent, very well seasoned-- the flavor was on point. The seafood pancake was also delicious with its dipping sauce, it was my first time trying it and would recommend it to anyone! My friends and I enjoyed the KBBQ experience we had, by far the best so far. Hoban has improved through out the years, the quality of the food is better and service is fast. Our server China was great, she was very attentive and sweet. I will definitely come back soon to try their dishes as well.

    Bulgogi

    It's pretty tasty! Just a bit pricy for what it is, but it's a good spot I forgot to take pictures of the rest. beef tongue: cook with the oil salt they give you. it tastes so good. bibimbap: really good Chicken skewers: tasty, a little dry bulgogi: soft, sweet, good Overall Good flavors

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    Is there a patio that has the grill tables?

    No. The location does not have an outdoor area.

    Is there Karaoke at this location?

    No, there's not

    Do they accept reservations or have a website?

    They take reservations for all party sizes!

    Is it all you can eat?

    I think the only AYCE foods are the pickled sides that come with an entree.

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    Smoke In The Pit - Ribs, Fries, Mac & Cheese

    Smoke In The Pit

    4.3(263 reviews)
    2.0 miPowderhorn
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    Don't know what magic the pulled on the fry's but they were some of the crispiest I've had in my…read morelife. The half rack of ribs was fantastic, juicy and tender. Also had the collard greens which were great. Good stuff.

    What I support for this establishment is less about its food but more about its message and the way…read moreit serves communities. Ever since 2020, the climate surrounding the George Floyd Square has changed dramatically, and this establishment has become an even stronger integral part of the community as the square itself had represented how the community thrives with its people. A lot of respect for the establishment from that perspective. In terms of food, I would say the soul food, which contained mostly sides, were the main highlight for me. The mac & cheese was salty enough. The fries were solid in a "you can't really go wrong with it" type of way. The candied yams had enough sweetness. The collard greens could taste better but standards must be lower when they're not homemade. I also enjoyed the catfish fillets as they were fried to preserve enough hotness and softness. A lot of what they served, they made on the spot, which was what may be causing longer wait for some. Meat-wise, a lot of items could use further improvement because they were too dry, such as the smoked wings and the beef brisket. The wings were dry to the point that they condensed and got extremely salty. The brisket relied a lot on the sauce and the existing fat on the meat for juiciness while the meat itself didn't have a lot of flavor or juice. As for the ribs, they had some seasoning, and tasted just fine, and weren't as dry. But I have had ribs in Texan barbeque places before and knew what "seasoned" ribs were like and therefore concluded that the ribs here were not spectacular. With all that said, however, I still will return here as often as I can because I love supporting this business. The person serving me was very hospitable and patient. I still got some pretty solid barbeque even if it's not Texas. Besides, outside just the barbeque food, the soul food was solid, like I had mentioned above.

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    Firebox Deli

    Firebox Deli

    4.3(93 reviews)
    6.4 miMerriam Park

    Yum-o! I've been wanting to go here for years and saddened I've missed out on this deliciousness…read morethe whole time - the whole time! I tried the Firebox Fries with extra meat. Somehow the fries weren't mushy. This isn't something I'd normally get, but I was surprised at how good it was. I went with a group and was also able to try the coleslaw, sticky rice, and pulled pork. The meat was juicy and amazing. I love the coleslaw and even compared it to other coveted coleslaw - this is my favorite. I'm picky with bbq sauce, but their bbq sauce hit hard. They have a small parking lot - maybe 3 or 4 spots, but there is plenty of street parking. Also worth mentioning you order up front and get a number. They will bring out your food, but you will need to grab your beverage, plates/napkins, and utensils. Hands down better than any other famous and/or Dave you may know.

    Sensational ribs! We…read morehave been customers of St. Paul's location of Firebox BBQ for several years. Last night we placed a take out order as usual. I love walking into the restaurant as the bbq aromas just waft over you in the entrance and get the taste buds and salivary glands woken up and raring to get to work. We both ordered Rib plates. The menu list that as 4-5 ribs, Texas toast and 2 sides of your choice. We both received 5 ribs. I went with Mac n Cheese and Collard Greens. Let me focus on the star of the show - the RIBS! We've always enjoyed them but these were truly outstanding! Tender, meaty and a perfect kiss of smoke. Everything you hope a rib would deliver! The FireBox sauce was perfect as always and only boosted the experience. The sides were great as always. I ended up calling back to the restaurant and spoke to a staff member and share our feedback on how fantastic the ribs were tonight! I encourage everyone to give Firebox a first try and or a revisit.

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    Beast Barbecue

    3.6(141 reviews)
    3.9 miNortheast
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    Such an awesome neighborhood BBQ spot! The food is great, I had a pulled pork Sammie and some…read morebaked beans and both were great! The Sammie was juicy and their sauces were great to add onto it. The big winner was the baked beans, probably some of the best baked beans I've had in a while. I also had some of their house sweet tea which was delicious to go with the meal. They also have a live Jazz Orchestra that plays once in a while in the massive basement venue that I need to come back for. The servers were all wonderful, kind and attentive as well, the food does take a little while to come out so just sit back and relax but you will not be disappointed!

    Obligatory - I'm from tx, so I feel like im a good judge of bbq. This place is very decent, and I'd…read moredefinitely be back when I get a craving! A few things I don't love before I move on to the things I did like - everything was so sweet! All of their rubs, on the chicken, the brisket, and ribs, were so sugary. And the baked beans were like half sugar I swear, which I was very disappointed by. Their baked beans were especially sweet, and just not very good, which is so disappointing as they can easily be way better! (Like who uses kidney beans in baked beans)??? And the smoked salmon was definitely not smoked, at all. I did really like the ribs, they had a nice flavor. And the pork candy was good but had some incredibly chewy pieces. The brisket was good, no choice of lean or fatty but what can you except in minnesota lol. I will say the mac and cheese was really awesome, and the overall food was great. Also thought the wings were very yummy. I'd definitely be back, but would pick some different things next time.

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    Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub

    Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub

    4.0(525 reviews)
    3.3 miPowderhorn
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    I'm so glad we were in the area to try this gem of a BBQ joint! When I mentioned to a friend I was…read moregoing to visit the bookstore across the street, they immediately recommended grabbing lunch at Northbound. I loved the cheese curds, mac and cheese and the hushpuppies were also standouts. I opted for the brisket bowl, which I enjoyed...the pickles were also delicious. All my friends opted for the pulled chicken sandwich, and they all said it was good. Quick service and great outdoor patio for a nice day!

    We decided to eat at Northbound for dinner on a bustling Independence Day Eve at 7PM. Walking up to…read morethe restaurant, it seemed like there would be a small wait, but luckily for us, a table just opened up as we walked through the doors. Even with how busy the place was, I didn't find the service to be too slow. The food took about 10 minutes to come out. Cheese Curds ($12.50) - Interesting curds. They're covered and fried in a leavened waffle batter, which gives a more airy type of crisp on the outside. It's more robust than normal cheese curd batter, but has that lighter and softer waffle crunch. The texture inside is right in between being soft and gooey but has enough firmness for a slight squeaky behavior. I actually don't prefer this texture - I massively prefer one extreme or the other, either completely squeaky, or completely softened and melted. The curds are all separated with some mini batter nubs spread around for extra crunch. The curds comes with a ranch dip that has fresh herbs in buttermilk and for some reason reminds me of thousand island in taste. (4/5) 18-hr Porketta ($17.50) + Fries Upgrade (+$2.50) - This is a very simple sandwich with Northbound's famous 18 hour porketta, some Swiss cheese melted on top, and finally some softened sliced onion in a brioche bun. The porketta is essentially pulled pork and is lean with basically no fat. It's seasoned well with a good fennel and spiced aroma The flavors are quite pronounced and while the pork is relatively tender for the cut, some fat would do some major justice. The fries are mediocre. They are clearly hand cut and fried in house, but they are a little underfried since the interiors are firm rather than fluffy and they are floppy in texture. Meh. The porketta comes with a sauce that's fruity, tangy, and acidic. It's surprisingly great for the cheese curds since the curds are so heavy and fatty. (4/5) Overall I found the food at Northbound to be good enough but nothing particularly outstanding. I certainly don't think it was worth the 45 minute round trip drive. but I wouldn't mind eating there again if I happened to be in the area in the future. Food: [4/5] Service: [ ] Other: [ ] Final Rating: 4/5 Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms

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