You can't go wrong with this spot. I couldn't eat as much as I wanted to, but I was able to try a few different meats, and everything was delicious. I think the marinated beef was my favorite, especially when dipped in the sweet soy sauce. It was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The variety of meats and sauces made for a great dining experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more next time. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I really enjoyed everything about my first time coming here! Everything was delicious and fun! Our waitress was super kind and gave us a walk through and guided us through the experience since it was our first time. She was also so sweet to write down everything on a sticky note that had anything I'm allergic to which is always appreciated. We did both Kpot and BBQ and glad we got to do both. I really enjoy the buffet/all you can eat style since you're in total control of how much or how little you choose, especially when trying something new. I did try a lot of new things while here and I think it's the perfect way to do it! I made a ramen bowl and also grilled a lot of different meats - our favorite was the spicy pork belly! We got up for seconds, thirds, and fourths bc it was so good!! There is also a section of creating your own sauce which was fun too! You could definitely make a variety of different sauce creations, maybe some sweet, some spicy, some more or less flavorful, there are no limits! They also had a guide above the sauce line to help you follow the ingredients if you're looking for some inspiration. I would definitely come back again! I wish they had more dessert options. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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First time, came on a Sunday at noon when they opened. We told the hostess first time and she made sure the waitress knew it was our first time so we got a very quick friendly rundown. We got the hot pot and the bbq. Definitely take sometime to explore. We missed a few things til almost the end. Example we forget we could get special deli meat for the hot pot - which was ok as we loved the veggie selection so we didn't miss out too much!! Great place for mushroom lovers. I had the mushroom base with ramen noodles and 3-4 different kinds of mushrooms!! The Korean BBQ was the star however cooking it right at our booth in the table!! The hanger steaks are amazing, Ribeye was good but the pork ribs....YUMMY!! Pricey but you don't leave hungry!! All you can eat over 2 hours and they have some sweets for dessert read more

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Very fun dining experience! We decided on the bbq and hot pot which were both phenomenal. There is something so fun about making your own soup right in front of you! The waitress switched our grill out right when we needed it so we were never waiting around to make our next dish. The options at the buffet were great, I just wish they had some more fish! Everyone seemed to be having a great time - its definitely fun for everyone no matter the age! Music is never too loud, seating is far enough apart so you're not bothered by others conversations. It's great! read more

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We chose both the broths and the grill for our dinner meals. Mine was the herbaceous, my husband chose the spicy one and our daughter chose the mushroom. We tried each other's broths and I clearly won. Service was all you can eat but the dirty dishes did pile up as our server was MIA vs. other servers. The place was clean and the offerings were abundant, allowing for choices of seafood and meats. We all liked the rib eye on the grill and also the ribs. Personal preference for my husband was the beef tongue. Neither my daughter or I wanted that but I did like the ocean calamari (further down the line) and she liked the lobster balls though they didn't have real lobster. Snow crabs were good. We feasted and then rolled ourselves out. read more

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Had a great time here, and ate too much! Self service from a buffet to get your ingredients, then cook at your table. Our server pretty much ignored us the whole evening, but we made do. Did notice a different server being attentive to their tables. Decor is tired and could stand a cleaning. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

If you have never been to K-Pot, you need to stop what you're doing right now and get there. Hands down, this is one of my top 5 restaurants in Syracuse, NY. I love the atmosphere, the energy, and the overall experience. This is a Korean BBQ-style restaurant where you cook your own food right at the table. While they do have a small section with already-prepared items like rice, French fries, and a salad bar, the main attraction is definitely the grill. What really stands out to me is how kid-friendly this place is. If you have younger children who may not want the grilled items, they offer chicken nuggets, fries, rice, and other familiar foods, which makes this a great option for families. (Already cooked) This is the perfect spot for birthday dinners, family nights out, girls' night, guys' night, or even just lunch on a random Tuesday. I love the interactive aspect of cooking your own food--it makes dining here fun and memorable. They also have a flavor chart on the wall that shows you exactly what sauces and ingredients to mix together to get different flavor profiles, like hot and spicy, savory, or sweet. I love that little detail. They offer ramen as well, which I haven't tried yet because ramen fills me up quickly and I want to get my money's worth from the grill. But next time, I'm definitely trying both. They also have a combo option if you want ramen and grill together. It's buffet-style, and it's around $30 per person, which is very reasonable for the quality and experience. It's definitely inexpensive for what you get. The staff is always friendly and helpful too. If I ever had to recommend one restaurant in Syracuse, this would be it. No question. K-Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot read more

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My lunch with friends was very good. None of us had been here so we were seated and the server gave us instructions. We decided to get the "grilled" option. You can do Grill or Broth or both, but the entire table has to get the same option. We chose our proteins and sauces and weren't quite sure if we were supposed to get the veggies or not. Turns out we were able to get vegetables along with the protein. Everyone is served white rice on the table. We had a lot of fun trying pork, beef, chicken, shrimp and a mild white fish. The meats were marinated and very tasty. There were a few items for dessert that you might see on a Chinese buffet...but I passed on those. There was also some fresh fruit which was nice after the meal. Our server was nice but I wish she had offered to change our grill, as you can imagine, with 4 of us sharing it, it becomes coated with marinade pretty quickly. I'm looking forward to my next visit when I get to try the broth. read more

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If you've never been to a kbbq spot, it's worth a try! It's a fun, interactive way to enjoy a meal and relatively decent price for how much food you access. I'd say skip the drinks truthfully. Neither of the cocktails we tried felt worth the added cost. Stick to water and be sure to come hungry! read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Yesterday went for lunch with friends. I didn't know what to expect but our server was very nice and explained everything. We chose to do just the Korean bbq. Everything looked very fresh and had a good variety. My favorite was the marinated beef (spicy but not overly hot). I also tried the shrimp, pork and chicken. We were given a bowl of white rice to go along with the entrees. I wish I had gotten some vegetables to grill with the meat but I didn't. I definitely will next time. By the end of our lunch the grill was very messy so I think we should have seasoned it more with oil so things would not stick. That would be a good tip to have the server give customers especially when it's their first time. They had some fresh fruit and cream puffs for desert. They ran out of ice cream cups. The service was good and the place is very clean and pleasant. I would like to go back and try the hot pot. read more

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I was excited to try KPot with some friends who haven't done Korean BBQ dining before. I have to say our experience was...poor. This was a 2.5/5 star experience, but I'm rounding up to 3 because we had an entire meal comped (charged for 3 dinners instead of 4) which was a generous and appreciated gesture, especially because we did not request it. The Good: The buffet was clean, organized, clearly labeled, and had a wide variety, offering different cuts and kinds of meat, some plain and some with added marinades. We only did BBQ but they had a great variety for hotpot add-ins as well. There were many sauces and toppings available, plus fries and chicken nuggets for anyone not feeling adventurous! I do wish that staff actually gave instructions or showed you how to cook at your table instead of just having signage. I felt that some of the cooking instructions were contradictory or unclear, but the food was delicious. We especially liked the garlic shrimp, Kpot pork belly, and Kpot sauce. The restaurant itself was spacious and well lit. They also have a full bar with some fun drinks, including the Electrik drink series of spiked Red Bull concoctions and bubble teas. It's very reasonably priced per person for an all you can eat meal. The Bad... Firstly, pretty much all of the front of house staff were on their phones. I saw guests come up to check in while the hostess was sitting at an dining booth texting, and she had to be alerted by another staff member (who was also using their phone) to get up and greet them. This is poor customer service. I work in food service myself and phone use like this is always a bad look. We were told that there would be a 20 minute wait even tho there were many empty tables in view, which I assume was due to staffing. We agreed to wait but then were seated within 5 minutes. Turns out, the hostess seated us at a table where they had already seated another customer. This resulted in an awkward situation for everyone, and we were sitting at the table for quite a while before any servers or staff members came over to greet us or explain what happened and why our table was not being served. This incident was in no way the server's fault, but she was clearly frustrated and spread thin. She was very kind and friendly at every interaction but unfortunately, whether the restaurant was understaffed or just very disorganized, we went long stretches of time without seeing her or being checked on by other staff. At one point I had to go find someone to turn our table grill back on after it randomly turned itself off while we were still in the middle of our meal. Additionally, when the host first sat us and gave us plates, mine had a grain of rice stuck to it. I pointed it out and it was replaced, but later I saw the cup of water I was given had a grain of rice in it too. I get that rice can be pesky, I've had grains make it all the way through my dishwasher at home...but this is a restaurant. One dish is maybe understandable, but seeing it twice makes me wonder how well their dishes are actually being cleaned. Finally, I ordered a drink that really tasted awful. Not "I don't like this" more like "something is wrong with this". I let the server know that it didn't taste right and she told me she'd talk to the bar but "they have a strict no refund policy". I appreciated that she went to make it right and they did end up comping the drink as well after admitting it was made incorrectly by a new staff member. Overall, this restaurant has some major issues to work out when it comes to service and dining experience...or they had a really off night tonight. I'd kind of like to try their hot pot sometime but I'm in no rush to come back here. read more

Amazing place!! Went with a group of 10 so we sat in the front porch kinda area. It was a little hot out there but it was Summer. Server was very attentive and explained things well since it was our first time and the menu can be confusing. So many good choices on their buffet and it's really fun to cook them with the little grill. Everything tasted amazing and their Kimchi was the best I have ever had in my life!! I would definitely go back here! read more

When I first moved to Syracuse, I found myself missing the vibrant Korean BBQ scene I had enjoyed in Northern Virginia. So, when KPot opened, I knew I had to give it a try, hoping it would live up to the high standards I was used to. Now, KPot has become my go-to spot for Korean BBQ! One of the standout features is their sauce station, where you can mix and match flavors to create the perfect dipping sauce for your meat or a delicious drizzle for your rice. It's a small touch that makes a big difference in personalizing your meal. I also really enjoy when they have music playing at a loud - but not too loud - level because it adds to the atmosphere. If you've never been to a Korean BBQ restaurant with a built-in grill at each table, don't worry--the staff is happy to guide you through the experience. Plus, each table has a helpful cooking guide that lists the recommended cook times for different meats. My personal favorites? The bulgogi and garlic pork belly--both packed with incredible flavor. While I'm not the biggest hot pot fan, KPot offers it as an add-on for just $5 per person. If you're up for it, I'd recommend trying both the lunch and dinner menus; dinner includes a premium selection of meats while still featuring all the staples available at lunch. For those dining with kids or picky eaters, there's a small selection of fried foods like French fries and chicken nuggets, making it a great spot for families. At one point, we found ourselves coming here weekly for lunch--it's hard to resist at just $21.99 for all-you-can-eat! We usually visit right when they open during the week, and the restaurant is always spotless. If you're looking for the freshest buffet experience in Syracuse, KPot is the place to be. read more

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Having been to Kpot quite a few times, I was excited to introduce our friends to the concept of Korean BBQ. Im sorry to say that management completely fumbled the ball on our attempted visit on Friday 10/24. We had a party of 5 and asked the hostess for one of the 8 top tables with 2 grills due to one person in our party having a seafood allergy. We were told "no, its against policy". We asked to talk to the manager and again we were told "no, its against policy ". We would understand if the restaurant was packed out and folks were waiting to be seated, but the main dining room was half empty, and there was NO ONE sitting at any of the tables on the other side of the bar where the larger tables are. We specifically went early to avoid the crowds but the manager was obstinate and made sure we knew that "he was the manager since February and that's the way it is". His only offered solution was to have the grill changed out "more often".... so your telling me that the person with a severe allergy has to sit and wait, while 4 others cook their food and then wait some more to have the grill changed out? I guess the folks at Kpot need some re-education concerning cross contamination and allergies. The concept of Korean BBQ is catching on and there are more and more options opening up, I'm sure we can find somewhere else willing to accommodate food allergies. read more

MACKY is the reason why we won't come back again and I love the food SO MUCH. But the customer service IS TERRIBLEEEEE. We had her the third time, and we really tried to give her a chance to redeem herself. She failed so badly the last time and we just can't deal with that anymore. Highly recommend for you to find other place. read more

A truly enjoyable experience with the entire family. Service was spot on, the selection was outstanding, the quality of the food was more than expected and I'd recommend KOOT to all my family and friends. I will totally be back..,,,, read more

Great experience! We enjoyed trying something different and being able to experiment with different ways to cook a new items to try. It's very clean and the staff is very friendly. read more

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Good value, good quality food, great service l except seating was a bit slow even though Plenty of tables. Clean and comfortable. Plenty of food options. Definitely coming back. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Many flavors of ice cream - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Good for what it is. More about the experience, certainly not the service. Server appeared once to create our bill and apparently turn our grill on. Refills on request if you can find someone. Plates stacked at the end of the table. Minimal interest in explaining the process to a new guest. Fun to try once, great for friends. If you want an actual meal, probably not the spot for you, or anybody. read more

Fun experience having hot pot. Staff were friendly and open to providing suggestions. Only had hot pot, but the Korean BBQ also looked delicious. I will be going back. read more

Stopped here for dinner on a Thursday night while in town for work. Unbeknownst to us, this location was right next door to our hotel which was incredibly convenient. We were sat immediately and the staff was very friendly and attentive. This is yet another version of KPOTs we have been to where there is no tablet, there's no waitress ordering, but a buffet of the raw meat and vegetable ingredients to go and select for your table. I am not sure how I like that - maybe bc I'm a list type human and need to see it on a menu or ordering device - but anyway. BIGGEST RED FLAG AND WHY IT GOT A 3? *** THEY DO NOT HAVE YUM YUM SAUCE HERE *** When it comes to these places and having white people like me - THAT IS A MUST HAVE ANS A BUILDING BLOCK FOR A GREAT MEAL! I was so discouraged that I door dashed a bottle of it while we were there. Yes, I'm serious. Meats and vegetables were good - standard experience. read more

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We went over to KPOT over the weekend for BBQ for dinner, and came back during the weekday lunch for hotpot. Very delicious for both! I don't have much to say for service except for birthdays. It's a very popular place to go for birthdays, there were about 7 birthdays celebrated while we were there. They sing and bring a large glow up sign which is fun. Nothing specifically wrong with the service, it's just that once you're seating and know what you're doing, you get your own meat, cook your own food, and that's it. If you need someone to check up on you frequently, this is not going to be for you, but if you like uninterrupted meal out, it's perfect :) I especially appreciated and was amazed by the various proteins! All their marinated pork bellies were amazing, their Kalbi was a bit on the sweet side for me, but tasty, and the bulgogi was good too. I especially liked the thin frozen beef belly. Yum! Personally for me, I wouldn't want to pay the weekend/dinner price for the hotpot as I prefer the veggies in hotpot, and I get more "bang for the buck" with bbq because I can pack in more meat that way Don't be wasteful and grab only what you can actually consume. You will not be able to take any left over home. If you can make it out there for weekday lunch, I would do that since it's a little over half price. Instead of pictured menu on Google and Yelp, it is $20.99. I should have looked at the sign, but that was what I was charged. Even for lunch, there was almost all the same meat selection, maybe missing just a few things. Like shrimp, there was no full shelled on shrimp for lunch. Weekend and dinners are $30.99 for either hotpot or bbq. If you want both, it's $35.99. Pricey but if you come in hungry and with a plan, it's sooo worth it. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Entrance - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

We had Mackey, and she was excellent. She was great at explaining how everything works for the newbies at our table. She was stellar at matching the energy of whichever table she went to around us and checked in frequently! The stations were kept clean and organized, the food was on point. read more

Enjoyed the service, food, and atmosphere! There are many options to choose, the food is fresh and service is quick. A highly recommend. read more

Although they are open till ten, they only seat till 9pm. Unfortunately at 9:02 I was turned away. Got there late because I missed their road sign as it was not lighted. read more

Kpot is one of my favorite comfort food restaurants. We have one at home (Dayton, Ohio) and after my medical treatment today I wanted some KPot in my life. This location looks identical, inside and out, to the one at home. Our server was good, attentive, helpful and kept our waters filled but she was very no BS lol like literally, "You been here before? Soup base? Drink? Okay help yourself." Lol. But she even checked on us after our first round and offered a fresh grill. BUT I came here to say this; THIS location has it going on! They have all the items out buffet style and you can go up and grab whatever you'd like when you want. I wish the location back home did this. It reminds me of the authentic hot pot feel from Taiwan read more

I was so excited for this place to open! When I heard it was coming I couldn't wait to try it. I've been to their other locations and it did not disappoint. They had a great selection of meats and veggies. A few appetizers, I believe there was fries and spring rolls and a few more items. Did I mention it was ALL YOU CAN EAT! We got the Tom yum soup base, very flavorful. And we tried different kinds of meat. It was fresh. The only disappointment was since it was a bar style all you can eat and you can choose your items they didn't have the side dishes that are offered similar to the other location. That was the only disappointment when I come here because I was excited to try those items. Other than that, the service was good, the staff was nice and the ambiance was good. I would like to try this place again! read more

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My friend's been telling me about their KPOT for a year, and at first I thought all KPOTs were the same. I've been to the one in Jersey City and it was fine, but now I know. Not all KPOTs are created equal. And Syracuse got lucky because this one is AMAZING!!!!! So many different types of meats, all my favorite veggies, seafood, hot foods, fruit, sauces, cakes/desserts, and ice cream all SELF-SERVE!!!! My favorite meats were the beef belly and galbi. Beautifully decorated, service is great, easy location, and delicious food. read more

You can get meat , it's an all you can eat buffet, the service was amazing. The experience of cooking it yourself is amazing. you can get the hot pot soup or get meat. The building is made of nice material. they give you rice before you get stuff or maybe after. after I was done with my food I had amazing time. I love this place and this is my five star review for it. read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - The food was great! - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

food a1 service 10/10 ambiance immaculate best place ever!! most definitely a bang for your buck! absolutely would live there if i could! chef's kiss read more

Went during opening week and I'm SO glad that Syracuse is getting this wonderful addition! The aesthetic in the restaurant is pleasing and there is a choice of picking korean bbq, hotpot, or with a small upcharge, both. We did not feel the need to indulge in both so we went with korean BBQ (though the hotpot broths looked great). Everything is self serve including meats, vegetables, and a sauce station (there is an extra station for hotpot with more options like dumplings, noodles, etc.) but I LOVED the self serve aspect. At a lot of AYCE places, the meats are ordered per table and a definitive serving is brought out (which may be too much or too little to your preference) but here, you can get exactly how much or how little you would like of each item. And I am not used to being able to grill this variety of veggies too! Before the days of COVID/at some restaurants, a server will cook the meats for you, but here, you do everything yourself. They will change the grill out for you which is very nice. Keep in mind if you have not been to one of these places before, your hair/clothes will definitely smell like grilled meats afterwards as a fair warning. I can't wait to come back! read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

What an amazing restaurant. Passing by, we stopped by Syracuse for lunch and were greeted by a friendly Arianna. There were only a few tables occupied inside so we were quickly seated. Jill came by, explained us how everything worked and even took time to walk us around the raw bars. Opted in for both Korean BBQ and Hot Pot, I picked a little bit of everything to try first. Everything was fresh and absolutely delicious. The highlights for me are the spicy marinated squid and bulgogi marinated meats. The sliced ribeye was also spectacular. The seafood options were also great, specifically the mussels. Jill constantly checked on us, refilling our drinks and changing out our BBQ grill when it starts to get dirty and smoky. Finding out she's one of the newer employees, I thought she did quite well, and I felt as if she's been there for years, let alone under a week. The only complaint I have is I found the desserts to be very below par. Trying to find a nice way to say this, but they were rather pathetic, and I would have rather either had no dessert offered with my meal, or rather paid to have a decent dessert. 100% skip the desserts. Other than the desserts, everything else was 10/10 especially service and this restaurant is 100% worth the visit drive from Rochester. read more

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Wait time was genuinely 2 hours DESPITE our party having reservations. granted we had a large party, however we offered to break our party up and they refused to do so(solely so they could charge us the 18% gratuity on 6+ parties). They went as far allowing OTHER people who had come after us to eat before us. The food was good, we got access to the buffet for 2 hours, but was it worth the expense and the wait? I don't think so... read more

terrible service, like, truly mediocre food so really you have no breathing room for bad service, and it was terrible all around here

Great place to eat at, the ambiance is incredible. Service was great . staff is excellent all around. now let's get down to the food part , there is a wide variety of meats from hot pot thinly sliced to the bbq sizes , & different options, they have a big sauce & sides making bar to create what you like, also a fruit , veggie and dessert bar , &' noddle station. everything is very clean drinks are a little pricey, Also I would definitely pick one or the other(hot pot or Korean bbq) because it could be a bit much if you're not a heavy eater. We drove 1hour 30 mins to try this place and will DEFINITELY be back! read more

The atmosphere is very modern and cool. I loved the neon lights decorating the walls and ceiling. The waitress was very helpful as I had not been to a Kpot before and wasn't sure how everything worked. She explained our options of ordering a meal or hotpot. I decided hot pot and went with the Thai Tom yum soup base. It was delicious! I got to go up to the buffet and choose my meat and veg for the hotpot. I also got a cocktail and it was delicious! Not stingy on the alcohol. I'd definitely go again! read more

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I was excited to hear that Syracuse was getting a hot pot/Korean BBQ spot. While I can't confirm one didn't exist before, this one was hard to miss, opening in the former Tilted Kilt and facing out to 690. For a recent guys night, I suggested we check it out, especially as it was a Tuesday night and not likely to be as busy as a weekend. Its location off of Erie Blvd. is terrible and easy to miss. It's behind Chuck E Cheese adjacent to a Hampton Inn, but if you don't notice the sign, it's easy to drive past. Upon entering, you are greeted to a really well done interior. Bright lights, neon signs, a beautiful bar, and some great smells all welcome you into what is sure to be a fun evening. Our server was TOP NOTCH. Knowing we were noobies, she walked us through the whole process, explaining our meal options and then took the time to walk us through the entire buffet line so we got familiar with their offerings. When we had an unexpected person show up to our party, she moved us to a bigger table with no complaint. We opted for both the hot pot and bbq so we could get the full experience. For a $5 difference, it seems like a no brainer. Since there are quite a few options for diners here, I'll provide some quick hitter reviews of the items I tried: Miso Broth - excellent Grilled Steak - good Grilled Pork Belly - good Grilled Garlic Chicken - very good Sliced chicken for hot pot - good Buffet options for hot pot - excellent Sauces (especially my homemade peanut sauce) - very good The sauce area has recipes to make your own sauce mixes. I loved that. For folks that are there with a large party that may not like the options in the buffet, they did have some fried shrimp and french fries...so they might be able to make it through the night without an empty stomach :) This is a nice addition to the restaurants on Erie Blvd. I would love to do a date night here with my wife and sit at one of the smaller tables and cook together. While I have heard from others that they think it's stupid to pay to cook your own food, I prefer to view it as part of an experience, and that's where K Pot really shines. read more

A great chain to add to Syracuse repertoire of unique restaurants and cuisines! There were a ton of choices & having the ability to try them all the see what you liked or didn't like was great, can't beat $37 dollars for endless ramen and meats/seafood/veggies to grill and taste. The only thing that was tough was actual grilling and how fast the burner gets gross, but they come to change them often and were attentive. It was lively and so fun read more

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Reasonable and always fun to have hotpot. Services was clean and everyone was patient and kind. Just wish the kimchi was not as sweet as it was. But we enjoyed the meal with family very much. read more

A national chain of AYCE Korean barbecue that you grill yourself and hot pot (where you cook raw ingredients in broth (there are several choices, I chose the Korean seafood tofu). I was pleasantly surprised by the hot pot . They had a good albeit not overwhelming variety of ingredients and sauces. Usually I only get the marinated short ribs (Here it is LA style galbi). It was good but a little sweet for my liking. You do get your money's worth. If you haven't been to a Korean BBQ where you grill yourself before . Be aware that you and your clothes will smell like Korean BBQ the rest of the night so dress appropriately. I will definitely go back read more

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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