By far the best K-POT spot ever! Everything is so fresh and unique. The atmosphere makes you so excited to be there, the food is not only good but they have an additional buffet bar for those who don't want to cook BBQ. The service is also very quick and efficient. I will be definitely making a return soon! read more

I love this place, the drinks are phenomenal you can get both unlimited Korean BBQ and K-pot there's a $10 charge if you want to take the soup home if you don't finish it. There's so many different options and then there's also a little buffet as well. It's so delicious and the service has always been amazing everytime I go. The place is set up cute with tables for four to tables for groups as well and there are single serve little ice cream cups with various flavors. read more

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Decided to stop by here last Sunday. It was my first experience at a KPot KBBQ & Hot Pot. Thankfully, our waitress explained everything to me, ordering through a tablet and they stroll around to bring you what you ordered. Since it was my first experience, I didn't happen to take too many pictures, but the setting has a very upbeat vibe. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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This was my first time coming to this establishment as I normally go to the one on Boston post. Although I probably wouldn't come back to this one if I'm not in the area it was still just as good. The portion sizes were much larger compared to those at Boston post which was absolutely phenomenal. They also had thick slices of hanger steak which I have noticed the BP location does not give much of and as of late has stopped serving. The service was even better than the food. I cannot for the life of me remember our waitresses name but she was an absolute saint and made the dining experience a that much better. I would go back a million times if it meant she could be my waitress again. Finally, the restaurant itself was very aesthetically pleasing. They also have a massive screen where they play K-pop videos and music in the background is always a great vibe in my eyes. The only thing I would like to mention is that the floor was very slippery from the moment we walked in to the moment we sat down. I thought it may have been my shoes but the rest of my group also felt the slide. Other than that it was a great experience. If I'm near by I will definitely stop by for a bite! read more

If you're looking for a fun and fast-paced Korean BBQ experience, KPOT in Hamden is the place to be. Think of it as the "fast food" version of Korean BBQ, but in the best way possible. The inside has a great vibe--lots of seating, big screens playing Kpop music videos (yes, the Kpop makes it feel like a mini concert while you eat), and a hot bar that has everything from crab rangoon to wings to fried rice. Oh, and let's not forget the sauce bar, which is basically a "choose your own adventure" of flavors. Warning: It's more intimidating than it sounds, but so fun to mix up your own sauces. I got the mushroom broth hot pot, and it was DELICIOUS. We also ordered a bunch of meats and veggies, and honestly, cooking at the table is half the fun. It's like team-building, but with food. Watching everyone try to cook their food without burning it is always a good time. And if you still have room after all the grilling, they've got fresh fruit, cake, and ice cream to finish off your meal like a true champion. Would I come back? Absolutely. It's a great spot to eat, bond with coworkers, and pretend you know how to grill meat like a pro. I'll definitely be back for another round of Korean BBQ! read more

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I've been to Ktiown in LA a dozen times. Local Korean BbQ just dont scratch the surface. KPot in Hamden killed. When you walk in, the huge TV screen playing dancing Koreans with K-pop music, gas cooktops, overhead exhaust systems, the smells- you can't deny that this location nailed it. The Orange location was like KPot lite but Hamden was really authentic. I got the BbQ, the Bulgogi being my favorite. The food was good but less important, it's the experience. My server Siville was fantastic: polite, attentive and right there when I needed something. I don't often give five stars but this was a great experience!! read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Sliced meats grilling - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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Absolutely a wonderful experience with KPOT as always, the service was amazing and my Mom had a fantastic birthday and everyone from KPOT that works there sang her happy birthday and brought her out a cheesecake, I just love the vibe that this place gives and the food is too die for because you literally make it yourself, I will always be a customer to KPOT read more

Fresh food, great Korean BBQ & hot pot, friendly staff, and a fun dining experience. Highly recommend!! read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Golden Chicken soup - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Great service. And great quality ingredients. We had lunch on a Saturday afternoon and our server Debbi was excellent. She was friendly, cheerful, fast and helpful. It was clean and with plenty of fresh ingredients. The orders arrived within a few minutes and we were so full. We were not able to eat for the full 90. We were bbq'd out. They also changed our grill often to prevent eating burned bits. read more

I dined here yesterday evening with a friend while in Hamden, CT to celebrate my birthday. It was not an authentic Korean BBQ & Hot Pot experience, like what I get in Flushing or Bayside, Queens. There was no banchan (side dishes) placed on the table like they are in the Korean restaurants in Queens. We had to go to the buffet table to get some, e.g., Kimchi, squid salad, seaweed salad, and few choices seemed appetizing. I did get some Kimchi, and it tasted great grilled. There is no appetizer, entree or dessert menu. Disappointingly, there were no scallion pancakes or dumplings on the menu, and I was looking forward to having some. I understand that this is a franchise, whose menu is the same throughout the U.S. My friend and only had the BBQ experience, not the Hot Pot. Mercy was our server until a young man replaced her when she went off shift. They both showed us how to order meats, seafood and vegetables from the Tablet and how to cook our food. They did a fantastic job. The BBQ was good. I especially liked the garlic shrimp and the sliced beef belly. The drinks were good, too. My friend had some sangria, and I had a mocktail: club soda mixed with lychee juice. Lastly, there were no overhead vents, so we left the restaurant with odor lingering on our clothes. I will not be back because I prefer authentic Korean restaurants, where there are too many banchan, Chefs Specials, entrees and casseroles to choose from, and I don't mind making a culinary journey to Queens for that. read more

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Very first Korean BBQ experience. This place was very cool and my son and I really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. First off our server was awesome. Even though she has only been working there for less than two weeks, she was very hospitable, walked us through the whole process, and made it a point to keep checking in on how we were doing and if we had any needs. She was very personable. Now the food was super fresh, and very tender and tasty. It took us a little time to get into a rhythm but we figured it all out - hot pot, grilling, vegetables, sauces, and spices. If you like eating CARNIVORE or KETO style, you will have many options in meats and greens - shellfish, chicken, beef, pork, lamb, bok-choy, spinach, endive, lemongrass, mushrooms of many varieties. If you want to indulge on dumplings and udon, go for it. We had the AYCE lunch with hot pot and it was definitely worth the cost because of the quality. I have no other Korean BBQ to compare but we are lovers of authentic Szechuan, Dim Sum, Vietnamese, and Chinese - so even though they promote the experience and atmosphere, it does not disappoint on quality food! I will be back with my wife and friends. Thanks! read more

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We had an amazing experience celebrating my birthday at KPOT, thanks to the outstanding service we received from Ling Ling. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel cared for throughout the evening. She checked in regularly, swapped out our grill without us even having to ask, and offered helpful tips--like telling us which meats were for the hotpot vs. the grill. She genuinely wants you to enjoy the experience. One of the highlights was when the waitstaff came out to sing happy birthday--it was such a fun and thoughtful touch. You can really tell that the team at KPOT wants guests to have a joyful, memorable time--and we absolutely did. We left full, happy, and grateful. Huge thanks to Ling Ling for going above and beyond--she made my birthday dinner truly special! read more

Fun place (although the music may be too koud for some). We ordered a lot of beef dishes along with some port, chicken and shrimp since it was all-you-can-ear, but our favorite was the kalbi (short ribs with bones). We didn't try the hotpot but there is an option for both BBQ and hotpot at a small up-charge. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Our first round of orders... - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

K Pot has officially opened their second Connecticut location in Hamden! This was our first time visiting this particular hot pot/korean BBQ chain, but we have to say we were impressed! The nightlife vibe is pretty cool, and I found the staff to be really attentive. Love that they have a full bar as well. Reasonable prices, and save room for the ice cream included in your meal! I would definitely return! read more

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Have been coming here since they opened and has become almost like my home-away-from-home as I come all the time! Everyone, from management to hostess to wait staff are great and personable. Selection is ample and always fresh. I've been a hotpot aficionado for over a decade now and have been to many establishments from Hawaii, California and New York...and this location is my absolute favorite! read more

I'm a huge fan of Q Pot in California, so I was thrilled to see that a restaurant with a similar concept had opened in Hamden. The Good: - Loved the AYCE concept and the wide variety of items on offer that were easily ordered on the tablet - All of the hot pot and KBBQ ingredienets were fresh and of good quality. For $36 pere person on the weekend, it's a great value. - Our server Gabby was very sweet and helpful, frequently changing out our grills - We liked the seafood and fried app buffet, even if some of the items could have been better quality The Bad: - Several of the hot pot items we ordered never came. The only hot pot meat we got was the sliced pork. Despite ordering sliced ribeye 8 times over our first hour there, it never came to our table. Meanwhile, we saw it arrive at multiple tables around us. When we finally asked a server about it, he told us it was sold out. We wished they could have updated the tablet on the menu or told us it wasn't coming. - Most of the Korean BBQ meats didn't taste authentic. The kalbi was great, but the spicy marinade for the pork belly and pork bulgogi didn't taste Korean at all. - The atmosphere of the restaurant is like a nightclub with neon blue lights and a giant screen playing Kpop videos. It's more of a place you go out with friends rather than take your elderly parents for a relaxing meal. Overall, we had a great time and felt like the value was definitely there. I'm curious how this place will evolve over time. We'd definitely return! read more

They charged me full price for a child under 10 because she was above 5 feet tall. Nowhere on the website does it have a height requirement for children. They also had a special on skewers, however they told me we would be charged two dollars for each skewer not eaten. The lunch menu is limited which they also don't tell you. The server informed me I would have to pay full price if I wanted the "good meat". I am not a fan of everyone having to get hot pot and it not being individualized per person, everyone has to pay if one person wants it. The that they have available cold fries and undercooked eggrolls. I felt like they were out to get my money for a restaurant where I have to cook my own food. Do not recommend. read more

Kpot is a solid place for when the Korean barbecue craving hits. The space is open, large, and very clean. you can't go wrong with the short ribs, beef & pork belly & bulgogi. Our favorite was the short ribs. The marinade is really delicious. It gets questionable with meats such as the steak. It was tough in texture. I agree with the ginger ale tasting quite funny. It tasted like the soda machine was broken and it was just giving an odd tasting seltzer water. Also, there was quite a delay when I placed the order and when the food came. So that was also something we noticed. There are K-pop music videos playing in the large screen in the back but I didn't notice any K-pop music playing. I think it would definitely add to the ambiance and attract more people to the restaurant especially the K-pop fans. Our server was very kind and nice. Really like both kimchis. With the radish kimchi tasting delicious. This place is solid and for a new place they are running well. I will come back for the hot pot. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Sauce bar - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

I've been to the KPot on the Post Rd many times. A far as Korean BBQ goes, it is better than most in CT. It suffers from the same problem most Korean restaurants here have - bad 반잔. The 배주김치 is never fully ripe, and, at KPot, there is a very limited selection of 반잔. But, if your goal is just to fill up on grilled meat, this restaurant will do it for you. Be warned: you will need to launder your clothes and take a shower after eating here, as you will smell like smoke after your meal. But, that is the price you must pay for 고기! read more

The environment here is fantastic, with a joyful and warm atmosphere! There is an excellent selection of meats, seafood, and various vegetables and mushrooms. Whether you prefer hot pot or barbecue, this place has it all. The biggest highlight is that you can enjoy Chinese style BBQ skewers here!!! Those who know, know. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - BBQ E2 Fiery beef skewers - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Great experience! It's a little expensive but a lot of fun. Wide assortment of food and friendly service. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Came for lunch with a couple friends. One friend had been to KPOT in Orange, but mostly we were novices. We wanted to try everything so we ordered the Hot Pot and BBQ with a lot of vegetables and meats to get the full experience. It was a little disappointing. The restaurant is different inside, like a nightclub, which was fun. The staff is friendly but we had questions that our server couldn't answer because it appeared that no one's Korean there. And if you've never done this before you need servers who can help you. My other issue was you get lots of plates, based on your order, that cover the entire tabletop because there's also a grill & a couple of stoves. We had to find people to take away empty or dirty plates so we could actually move things around on the table. You would think busboys would do that automatically. So now that we have experienced it and learned a lot on our own, would we go back? No. Experienced service matters. And we didn't like the way the meat was prepared & cut. It wasn't easy to BBQ. The photo is our table after we had them buss a lot of plates. You can see how crowded it was still. Again, someone who was a good server could have helped us with our choices so this wouldn't have happened. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Hot pot and BBQ after we had our table cleared. - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

10/10 would recommend. Depending on your appetite the value can be really good. I was more impressed with the Korean barbecue than the hot pot but both are good. I recommend the thin and/or marinated cuts for the barbecue and especially the pork and steak. Service was quick and the employees were all very kind. read more

We returned to partake in the BBQ grill which is a favorite thing to do with my son-in-law. He was the grill master! Sorry no picture but we all enjoyed some meats! read more

I love it The food is really good in the meat. Options are excellent.. drinks are cheap as well . Super fun ambiance and good spicy sauces that I like.. they have Kpop videos playing in the background read more

My first time at this place the music was great my server Anthony F walked me through the process on how to order. The food was great I would come back and eat here again read more

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My daughter and I come here all the time and it never falls short of amazing! The host, Laura, was very welcoming and friendly: definitely set the tone for the night. Our server, Malani, was great and very helpful and ended up being my daughter's best friend for the night we will definitely be coming back! read more

Not gonna lie the food was all right. The ambience was amazing and the service was perfect. Although some of the food wasn't available because I went during lunchtime, it was still OK but the price of two people was $80 close to $100. I can go somewhere else and it could be for $100 for four people! I personally wouldn't go back again, I think you should at least try it for yourself. ( bring another wallet cause it's pricey). read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Brisket, rice, hot pot noodles and seaweed and crab meat, broccoli. - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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We went to KPOT Hamden, CT on December 30th after work during the lunch hour. We were told that it was a holiday and we needed to pay the dinner price????!!!! We were a party of 6 and that meant $12 more per person or for the whole group $72!! It was 3:15 and the lunch hours ended at 4:00 pm. I am super disappointed. December 30th is NOT a holiday! Banks were open! I will never go back to a place that is this DISHONEST! read more

Standard KBBQ restaurant, you get what you pay for in terms of food. You order with a tablet, so I'd normally say there's minimal service, but Gabbie took great care of us. She was awesome - bumps the review up to 5 stars. read more

First and foremost let's talk ambiance. The restaurant is brand new and the interior is well decorated and very clean. The staff is friendly, attentive and I believe the manager was making periodic rounds checking on the patrons. I recognize and appreciate the effort they are making into putting their best foot forward. However I have to knock points off for the quality of the steak. Personally I've never had a steak more tough than what I had at kpot. Mind you I wasn't expecting prime steak however when I say it was below choice just know I mean it. Maybe it was a one off thing. I wasn't about to find out. The rest of the meat was great actually but avoid the steak. I also had to take points of for the soda. Or should I say seltzer? Our table had gotten ginger ale and it was very watered down. The waitress kindly explained that the machine was having issues so I'd stick to water next time. Other than that it was a solid experience at a clean new establishment thats a great addition to the area. I will be revisiting soon hopefully then I'll be able to upgrade the score. read more

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We loved Debbe! Her energy and kindness made our visit so enjoyable--thank you so much!

Always been a KPOT fan--glad they finally opened in Hamden! Been here four times already, totally love it. Around $30 for all-you-can-eat bbq, which is pretty decent. Hard to say no to that. It can get busy, so servers might be stretched thin, but they're always friendly. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Excellent experience. However, they sometimes mess up the order. Generally not a problem, since it is all tasty.

$31 All You Can Eat: Here's the deal, this is not a buffet where you choose from the steamer trays. For $31, you choose the bbq, the hot pot or BOTH for an additional $6. More like a fondue then buffet. You order from tablet menu the wait staff brings it to you and then you cook it! There is a small grill built into the table (more like a griddle) and you cook your own food, (BBQ). There is a heating element as well like a glass-top stove where you keep your (HOT-POT) soup warm. Your table is your stove; hot stove. NOT A PLACE FOR YOUNG KIDS! The griddle gets caked up from grilling but they come and change it for you. The decor and staff are outstanding but the $31 price is a deal breaker. If I'm going to spend that amount of money, my food should be cooked for me. As far as the food being good, you're the one cooking it. No salad bar style buffet, just sauces, kimchi,and couple more tid bits. BTW, you can't eat at the bar. Beautiful place, super friendly staff but it's just overpriced and too loud. Sorry but not what I expected for the money. Too much work for me. $31-$37? Definitely not worth it as far as I'm concerned. I probably won't go back BUT, go ahead check it out for yourself. read more

Our server Stephanie is very nice and helpful, explained the menu well and was timely on orders. The skewers were excellent, alongside the delicious Goose Island IPA. Highly recommended! read more

This is NOT a authentic Korean BBQ place~ I do love Korean BBQ, however this place is more like Chinese skewer place. Beef finger was marinated with Chinese seasoning, not Korean. We were extremely disappointed. If we wanted to have Chinese skewer, we will go to authentic Chinese skewer restaurant. Not Korean BBQ place. read more

Stephane is the best server ever! Food was incredible had such a good time also so many good options

Would definitely recommend! Tim, one of the managers is amazing! My boyfriend and I know him from a previous establishment and he is always amazing and always brings the best customer service! He is very attentive and went around the restaurant making sure everything was running smoothly and that everyone was doing well. He brings a happy, welcoming vibe and is a great asset to the restaurant for sure! Jeanette was our waitress and she was on top of things and very attentive, she was extremely friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed and checked up on us multiple times throughout service and she did amazing! I also noticed Kat walking by and asking to clear things from our table multiple times and she was very friendly as well! The food was really great they have a nice variety of meats, seafood, and veggies to choose from. As well as a nice variety of drinks! My boyfriend and I had a great time together and would 100% come again! read more

We ordered the hot pot/grill combo and everything was delicious. Tiffany was our server and she was amazing (: