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    Kimchi Korean BBQ

    4.7 (74 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque, Hot Pot
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Chicken Katsu
    Claire C.

    We ordered hot and spicy rice cakes (tteogbokki) with ramen, chicken katsu, and LA galbi. The food was good, and they kept refilling your band chan, which also good and had a lot of types. My favorite was tteogbokki, and I added $2 for ramen, highly recommended! For me it's not spicy at all but flavorful and the portion was generous. The batter of chicken katsu was too thick though, you can actually see from the picture I took. The galbi was kinda burned, there were lots of burned pieces, which was a little shame. Overall, I still think it's a good place to go if you're carving some Korean food in North Phoenix.

    Menu April 2026
    Gina L.

    Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon at this mom + pop shop. Cute hand painted pictures of food offerings on the wall, with the dining area split between bbq grills and normal tables. Got the jokbal (pork trotters) and pajeon (scallion + seafood pancake). Came with an array of banchan (kimchi, seaweed, fishcakes, julienned radish, beansprouts, garlic scapes). Jokbal was on the saltier side, some dry pieces of meat here and there. The pajeon was slightly thin, and not that much seafood. So friendly! You do have to wave down to order more food / get the check. Objectively, I thought spots in Mesa have better quality food, but this is a good alternative if in the West Valley.

    Short ribs
    Elaine B.

    Went back again and tried more stuff. Service was kind of slower tonight than before. It took awhile for someone to acknowledge us and take our order. Everyone was still super friendly. We ordered the cold noodles, spicy edamame, beef bulgolgi, and pork and cheese tonkatsu. The banchan was a little different this time but still good. -spicy edamame- the spicy sauce was ok. -Pork and cheese tonkatsu was cheesy. -beef bulgolgi was a little fatty. Served on a hot plate on top of onions. I just wish the onions were cooked because they were just raw. -Cold noodles. I've only tried the packaged kind from Hmart but these were very good. Great on a hot day. The noodles were good and chewy. Service was just okay compared to last time. But I would still go back because the food is great

    Cheesy corn.
    Cecilia O.

    Love mom and pop spots family owned!!! We sat in the back, the server was very friendly. The food came pretty quick from appetizers, to main dishes. Wow, such a delicious selection of foods. The ambiance was casual, the food was yummy. Loved every flavor and the kimchi. The owners are very kind and welcoming. You gotta try it if you love Korean bbq!!

    Menu
    Henry D.

    Historically this location has been a Korean restaurant according to the staff. So when the previous one closed they knew they had to keep the torch lit. The Banchan is delicious and I can really taste the original flavors I remember from living in Korea. I enjoy the variety and I've since been here twice and really enjoy the array of flavors. The Hot pot and Chap Chae were so good. Immediately takes me on a sensory trip The new decor makes it look bigger inside. Nice clean and simple. I look forward to coming back. You should really make your way there you won't be disappointed.

    Shauna C.

    Amazing Korean food that's not all the way on the east side. The bibimbap is fantastic! Loved all the sides including kimchi. Service is always so kind. Definitely recommend checking out if you want some delicious authentic Korean food.

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    Jasmyn W.

    When you walk in it is very mom and pop style in there. We ordered some pork gyoza and edamame to start. Both were very good. Then we ordered some Tteogbokk-i it was my first time trying that. Was pretty good. For out main dishes we got marinated beef short ribs and mild pork belly. Both were very good. The ladies very very nice and brought all the little side dishes out and our drinks. I would go back. But maybe do the grilling ourselves next time.

    Mackeral
    John S.

    Solid Korean option. We ordered the beef tofu soup, pork dumplings, spicy cold noodles and the mackeral. Everything was delicious and filling. A nice variety of banchan that was refilled many times. I will definitely add this place to my regular rotation.

    Leah W.

    Lots to choose from and kind staff. The food came out hot and tasted so good! I had the beef stew and the meat was so tender on the bone! Great banchan and they marinate their meat so well! My husband had the spare ribs!

    Banchan
    Jonathan R.

    I just want to take a moment to give this restaurant their flowers. I ordered through Uber Eats but I feel compelled to give a review. I tried the seolleongtang at Kimchi Korean BBQ and was so blown away. The broth was rich, comforting, and clearly simmered with care, and the portions were generous. I have food allergies (gluten and dairy) they handled everything with incredible attention to detail and kindness. Even on the banchan they let me know what was and wasn't gluten and dairy free. So thoughtful. I feel so comfortable and confident with choosing this restaurant. Skinmaxxing. All I all can say is gamsahamnida!

    Kimchi stew
    Katelyn H.

    If you're looking for an amazing Korean spot in AZ--this is it. Everything was made perfectly, and it's probably the best Korean food I've had in a while. I'll definitely be coming back! Service was quick and efficient! The place is also open and clean. Even my fiancé, who is not a foodie at all, said he hasn't enjoyed food this much in a long time. He was so happy there, which says everything.

    Precooked galbi--too fatty! Barely any meat

    Update: Now I don't have the time to be responding to a restaurant, but this owner response is weird and feels like a backhanded apology. First, the English server never asked us if we wanted the food remade or if we wanted it comped--just said sorry and took it back. Which is literally why this review was written--why else would I complain if this was clearly asked. I understand "perception is reality" but the reality is this doesn't excuse or explain why we didn't get refills on our side dishes after we asked, why we were ignored for 45 mins and had to call over another English speaking server, and why the bill was brought to us even when we didn't ask for it yet. You can clearly see in other low rated reviews they are upset about very similar things with similar staff. Even the hidden reviews. Just do better man

    Banchan side dishes
    A N.

    My family has been long-time customers of the Korean restaurant that Kimchi Korean BBQ took over, so we were excited to try the new spot, and it did not disappoint. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the owners and staff, and, the interior was inviting and relaxed, the kind of place you instantly feel comfortable settling into. We ordered the Haemul Pajeon (seafood pancake) extra crispy and the Dolsot Bibimbap. The seafood pancake was loaded with a variety of diced seafood, green onions, and vegetables. The batter was perfectly light and crispy on the outside, while soft and slightly creamy on the inside. It paired beautifully with the tangy soy dipping sauce. The dolsot bibimbap came out sizzling in a hot stone bowl, topped with rice, assorted vegetables, beef bulgogi, and a fried egg. That stone bowl creates the most satisfying crispy rice layer on the bottom. Once mixed together with the gochujang sauce, it was a full-on flavor and texture explosion, absolutely delicious. Highly recommend checking out Kimchi Korean BBQ. We'll definitely be back.

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    5 months ago

    Amazing food, great service, relaxed atmosphere. Has a wide selection of options for people who eat fish but not meat.

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    3 months ago

    These place never disappoints, it's great food and service is great. Had the spicy pork and it was amazing

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    You’re too kind William. Thank you. Truly appreciate you.

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    8 months ago

    Everything was amazing! From customer service to the food, everything was 110 % !!! Will be coming back !

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    8 months ago

    Food tastes home cooked, all the sides were amazing. Great place to go for comfort food and get your Korean fix.

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    7 months ago

    Food is delicious and the owner is friendly - we had a wonderful evening using the table grill!

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    We got our food super quick and the service was fantastic! The food was absolutely delicious, we will definitely be coming back!

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    8 months ago

    Food is very tasty and with big servings.We didn't have to wait long for our meal. Their Japchae is soooo good!!

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    For sure.... Staff are friendly and food is delicious. The best part is they are located on the west side of Phoenix.

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    I went there with my youngest daughter amazing place food and great customer service we are going to be regulars for sure !!!

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    Very nice. It was good. Yeah. Also it was good. Yeah very good. It was good. The service was good. And Ambiance was good. Yeah.

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    PK Shabu & Grill

    PK Shabu & Grill

    4.1
    (260 reviews)
    19.5 mi
    $$$

    Came here last night on a whim. They have a summer special where it's only $26.99 for AYCE that…read moreincludes sushi. I love that there is so much variety for the hot pot. I'm also an avid sukiyaki broth lover so I'm glad they have it here. The sauce bar is amazing and there's so much variety to make different combinations. The sushi was okay, I think it's hit or miss in terms of freshness. I always enjoy ending the night with good ol' Kirkland ice cream bars! Service here is always friendly and quick. It's clean here which is a plus and it's big so it's roomy to get your veggies and meat.

    I'm not really impressed with this shabu place…read more The first time we decided to try PK Shabu, we walked in and saw that the restaurant allows dogs inside. I'm not heartless or an animal hater, but I don't think allowing animals in a restaurant is a good idea, especially for people who have dog allergies. Besides that, nobody came to seat us at first. They skipped us and took another group that arrived after us. Then, 18 minutes later, we finally got a table, and I still had to wait another 15 minutes just to order meat slices. We were also very confused about how things worked there. They have a sushi bar, but nobody explained how to order or get sushi. After we ordered two plates of beef belly slices, no servers came to check on us again. Honestly, for $35 per person, I don't think it's worth going back.for service that we got for 2 plates of meat slices nay nay

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    Hot Pot For Days

    Hot Pot For Days

    2.9
    (181 reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    This has been my favorite place to go to for dinner for a couple months, almost every weekend now!…read moreTheres tons of different ways you can personalize it! We still aren't tired of it! Thank you!

    We came back for a second visit today because my kids and I really enjoyed our first experience…read more Unfortunately, this visit was completely different. Right from the start, the greeting wasn't very welcoming. After they asked for my children's ages and we told them, another employee came over, spoke to our waitress in their language while looking at my son (who is a big 10-year-old), and it immediately felt like they didn't believe us about his age. Our waitress continued asking questions while the other employee kept talking to her. She eventually addressed us directly and informed us that my son would be charged $25. We had no issue paying the price if that's their policy. We simply explained that during our first visit, each of the four of us was asked what broth we wanted and we were each served individual pots, so we were confused when told we had to share. Instead of clarifying the policy, we were told that wasn't true and that, because they've been open for five years, they would never have done that. At that point, I politely said never mind, and my family got up and left. What upset me most wasn't the pricing. We're more than willing to pay what we need to--we spent over $100 during our first visit. It was the way we were spoken to and the feeling that we were being questioned about our son's age. As my son said when we left, he no longer had an appetite. It's disappointing because we genuinely liked this place and were looking forward to coming back. I hope management works on customer service and how concerns are communicated, because the tone and treatment we received will keep us from returning to this location.

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    Pop Pot & Tea

    Pop Pot & Tea

    4.0
    (72 reviews)
    22.6 mi
    $$

    I tried Pop Pot & Tea for the first time and ordered the #13 Satay Beef Pot, popcorn chicken, a…read morenoodle side and tea, all for under $40. With rising food prices, I thought it was a great value. The service was excellent, which can sometimes be hit or miss at small casual spots, and the ambience was nice. The broth and ingredients were flavorful, and I appreciated the sauces available at the table. The fire-broiled soup was aromatic without being overpowering. The food did take a little while to come out, and the broth was slightly gritty. Maybe possibly due to the soup I chose. I also noticed the bowls are shallow and packed with meat and vegetables, so there wasn't much actual soup. When I asked about it, I was told additional broth would be an extra charge, which was a bit disappointing. That said and regardless, everything tasted fresh and delicious, and I would definitely come back.

    Pop offers another excellent option for hotpot, perfect for those cooler months. They also offer…read moreother Taiwanese appetizers for those that want something else. I also liked the option to add additional sides to add to the hotpot. As for me, their mixed pot of mushroom hotpot was perfect. It tasted healthy as there were ton of mushrooms with many varieties. It also had some pork and various vegetables. Hubby enjoyed their Taiwanese hotpot with extra spice. Portions are spot on...we saw some couples sharing one. The dining room was very clean and service was excellent. Will return to try more things. We're eyeing their pumpkin hotpot next. They also had the stinky tofu hotpot on the menu. Highly recommend!!

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    Zu Izakaya

    Zu Izakaya

    4.5
    (1.9k reviews)
    15.1 mi
    $$

    Popped into this place for our last meal before leaving AZ and it did not disappoint! We were the…read morefirst people in. When we walked in it had a very fishy smell, so it kind of made us second guess our choice. But we went for it anyhow. The greeter/server was very pleasant and sat us. It was very clean inside with ample space between seat. We browsed through the menu and started with our usual edamame and pot stickers. The edamame was salted well throughout where a lot of places just put the salt on top only. We ordered a couple varieties of sake which were both good. Out of all of the things we ordered the karange skewer was just a little more oily than were use to, but still good. The spicy salmon roll had really great flavor and the lollipop roll was probably one of the better versions that we have had. The musubi was giant to say the least, it was good, but offered a bit too much rice. Overall the food and service was great and we were very happy that we ended up here!

    Awesome late night spot, for decent quality Japanese eats, and in the Tempe-Scottsdale area. Zu…read moreIzakaya was a solid post-study dinner spot when I was a student, and this time it definitely held up! We were nearby for a show, and decided to stop in on a Wednesday evening for a late dinner with some friends. They have a good happy hour menu, and my friends ordered off there, but I was craving sushi so I got the nigiri omakase. It came with miso soup, which I enjoyed, definitely hard to go wrong there. The sushi itself was decent, nothing crazy, but definitely better than grocery store quality. The tuna and salmon pieces were a little fishy, maybe not the freshest, but it was also quite late (~10pm) so I wasn't expecting too much. Beautifully presented, and the cuts were quite large which was nice! The food came out pretty fast, and the service was pleasant. The restaurant vibes are pretty dark, and moody. The bathroom was kind of scary personally, super dark and a little messy, so I decided to wait till I got home. Overall, a solid experience, and definitely a good choice if I am in the area.

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