My husband and I arrived late on a Friday night. Despite being very busy, we were quickly seated. They had several large parties going on, lots of walk-in's for their karaoke rooms. Service staff was attentive and helpful with food recommendations. Since it's a full bar, the bartender/waiter provided good soju recommendations and even let us sample a few varieties before buying a 2nd bottle ($14.99) While they offer AYCE for $30.99 with a 2 hour limit, we went with dinner plates instead. We just didn't feel like cooking our own food that late in the night. Our banchan dishes were excellent and yes we were able to get seconds. They cook in classic Korean style. Their beef bulgogi was good but the star was their spicy pork bulgogi read more

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I came in around 11 PM specifically because I was looking forward to their advertised all-you-can-eat option, which is listed as available until 2 a.m. When I arrived, I was told I could not order the all-you-can-eat menu unless there were at least two people in the party. This requirement is not posted anywhere on their website, menu, or in-store signage. If this is an actual policy, it needs to be clearly disclosed so customers are aware before coming in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was not busy at the time, with several open tables, so it did not appear to be related to capacity or kitchen limitations.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I asked if I could speak with a manager to clarify, but was told the server's decision was final and no manager was available. Overall, it was frustrating to arrive expecting a clearly advertised late-night all-you-can-eat option only to be told it is not available to solo diners without any prior notice. Better communication and transparency would prevent situations like this in the future. read more

It was my first time here and the experience was just OKAY overall. I ordered the shrimp fried rice and French fries, and while the food wasn't terrible, it also wasn't anything particularly memorable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The biggest issue was the karaoke room being extremely hot due to the air conditioner not working.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did ask to be moved to another room, but unfortunately no accommodations were made. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere could have been much more enjoyable if the temperature issue had been addressed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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It's just not good Ayce looked like a great time, so I got seated and informed the waiter I'd like to do that. She let me know that ayce is for parties of two or more. They did allow me to do ayce but I wished I just went to kpot. Seasoned meats were not well seasoned. The meats smelled gamey and were tough to chew. The scissors aren't sharp and didn't work. The wait staff did not turn on my grill so I was confused for a while. Banchan were under seasoned. Blah. read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Do not I repeat DO NOT COME TO THIS PLACE! This place does not pay attention to what they are doing!!! They gave someone else my credit card and my driver license as well. Had to leave without my stuff till they called me back to inform me that the person they gave my stuff to called so I had to drive back 10 mins and still had to wait an additional 10 mins. They did not offer a discount for their mistake I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE AT ALL! Worst Korean BBQ in San Antonio ever! First time here and definitely the last time! read more

The bbq meats are full of flavor and I love the banchan varieties. Various soju flavor options. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Karaoke is fun and private.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service has never failed me here and they made sure to change out the grill after some heavy use . Thank you and I will have to come back soon. read more

Food was amazing and [[HIGHLIGHT]]atmosphere is top notch[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], if you're a night owl and get the munchies, this spot is for you! Great service and very nice owner! read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Called Big Bangs's number and got no answer 5 times. Called one pocha and they picked up with an attitude and hung up after they got busy (no "one sec" no "please hold" just an abrupt hang up with no answer.) So our only option was to make the trip. Once we got there we were informed there was no avalabity until midnight and we "should have called". as if we didn't. Bad communication and poor customer service, super disappointing :(. read more

This was my very first and still only KBBQ experience. We went for my birthday back in October. We were a table of 6, our grills were changed out frequently and our servers were friendly and informative. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is ample and intimate, low key and casual. There's also private rooms for karaoke.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had such a great time, we stayed for almost 3 hours. I really enjoyed the spicy pork bulgogi. My biggest issue was the waitress overhearing our table saying it was my birthday, a couple minutes later she came by with shots for our whole table. It was a kind gesture meant to enhance our celebration but I later noticed they added it to all of our tabs even though no one requested/ordered the shots. Still shocked about that. read more

I appreciate that they were open late, I called in a pickup order of a brisket plate. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When i walked in there was a good amount of people patronizing the establishment after 10p.m. and it was fairly clean and the food smelled good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, the kimchi wasnt very tasty, and the brisket was more like shaved beef and the portion was tiny. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]this was a beautiful place AND the staff are super friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] felt amazing to sing to my heart's desire after being out of town for school and i was able to hang out with some friends. food was hot served and super tasty! prices were great and speedy service during the week. will be coming more in the future! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]great service, the ambiance is welcoming and friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I have only been to the karaoke part. I went with a whole group for my birthday and got their VIP room, we had about 9 people, there was SO much space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]You could have like 15 people all sitting and mabye a few standing depending on who you bring. We all sat comfortably, and the music options were AMAZING.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was on Youtube.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you had any questions all you had to do was ask, and they rushed to help you out. Even when the place was filled to the brim it took less that 4 minutes to be seated for food, and to get help for karaoke. Totally recommend for a birthday or leisurely. read more

been coming to One Pocha for years now, i have great memories here with my friends. KBBQ is always gonna be a bit pricey but worth it. It's delicious y'all, you gotta prepare yourself to eat so you get your moneys worth. The service could be a little better, the couple times we went, the servers can be a little neglectful when you need something or trying to call them over. The soju is overpriced unfortunately... None of the less, i will still always come back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The karaoke rooms are so fun too btw![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Don't forget about that! read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Okay, YUM! My sister took us to this Korean BBQ spot and I loved it! We all opted for the all-you-can basic option - but there was a premium option that came with three more meat options. First, the sides that come with everything were delicious; while I am not a huge kimchi fan, I did enjoy the radishes, potatoes, broccoli, and onions. Then, we were able to select up to three meats at a time - and they brought out HUGE portions. I honestly wish they were a bit smaller, so that we could try more of the other meat options (we were a bit scared off my the $20 "excessive leftover" charge listed on the menu). Everything also comes with rice, lettuce and a side salad. Overall, delicious, decently priced and attentive service! read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Went in to order the yukgaeyang and tofu seafood stews and they were bland and there was no brisket found! They also claimed the yukgaeyang had brisket but there was nothing. Also ordered corn cheese and it was just mayo and cheese.. no flavor. Bad food is one thing but the service was bad. Waitresses got upset that we did not like the food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also there was a basket with cabbage soaking on the floor in an open space right next to their restroom.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Major health violations going on.. terrible! read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Great AYCE BBQ joint. Not that big inside, as such we opted to hangout at the bar and down some soju while we waited for our table. It's dimly lit, I think it's that way to make the place appear intimate, and it is that way if your are focused on your own group and the cookery that was about to begin. We sat down, and our server asked us how we wanted to proceed - basic or premium! We were there to go big! She got us our side dishes, rice, waters, and kept the kimchi coming. The premium only allows for 2 galbi strips per person so keep that in mind if you were just going for the galbi. On this trip we tried the galbi, the baby octopus, and the sam-gyeop-sal (pork belly). It was all good, but I have had thicker pork belly strips. Also, I feel like you can get a bigger selection at other places (i.e. Two Pocha, etc.). That said we didn't stop ordering... and unlike the other Pocha place, I didn't feel like we were on the clock. Our sever was great...she kept the grill changes fluid, and kept checking in on us. We ordered a fantastic Yuk-gae-jang stew to mix things up. It was all good, but it took a minute to get out to us. The spicy pork bulgogi was good, and the brisket was a good meat to order if you want things to cook fast. I ate to my stomach's fill, and then some. Would I come back? If some friends are in the area are interested in AYCE Korean bbq, this place would rank in the top 5...especially since it's the closest. The shaky thing is because of its size, you might have to wait. If you don't mind the wait, they do have a bar and plenty of K-Pop. I've waited longer in the NCR. Definitely consider this spot...especially if you're in the mood for norebang...which they have next door. Pro tip: Be ready with your next order of meats so they can keep the meats coming. We went with a Yuk-gae-jang to keep us busy, but it didn't come out fast...just keep that in mind. read more

One Pocha - Indoors - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Im happy to see that there are a few Korean BBQ spots open up in San Antonio and I like that this spot is opened up really late. I picked up a friend around 9pm from the airport and took them here. We had a good time and it was fun, we got the basic unlimited KBBQ. The overall quality was okay. My favorite was the spicy chicken but which normally I don't order chicken. The sides were also just okay. The service was good they changed the grill a few times. It's really easy to spilt the bill as you have to get up and pay at the register. read more

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I would not recommend this place for Korean BBQ. I would speak highly of the customer service because they are a great staff. But the food and ambiance, No! Let me tell you why. Each person no matter how many in the party pays at least $28.00 plus each for just the regular meat products. Not much of a choice of meats. The condiments are just okay. The ambience reminds me of a karaoke style dive bar with a dark and sleazy feel. There are many other Korean BBQ that may cost more but also worth your experience. read more

One Pocha - Ambient was not for me. - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Went with a big group of friends so I knew service was going to be slow; unfortunately they only allow you to order 2 meats at one time and you have to have cooked and finished it before you can order more. This was very frustrating seeing as once the food was cooked everyone wanted to eat and the food would be gone straight away. I might return if they change this policy. read more

If this was in Houston where I am from, it would probably be three stars but considering the limitations in San Antonio, I gave it a 4. We didn't get the AYCE option because my younger kids wanted to eat several other options, so we just did a-la-carte. Food is good enough it you are in San Antonio and really craving Korean BBQ. It is small and we did have to wait a little bit for a table. I looks like it can get poppin' on weekends since it has a bar and karaoke stage! So plan accordingly! read more

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Good spot for karaoke, they only do 2 hour reservations on the weekends. You can order food and drinks in the room as well as in the restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Location and service are so so but the food is good and the private rooms are so fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice ambience, and the employees were very kind and patient.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Many rooms available for karaoke, and they offer a variety of songs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also lend you the menu for you to order food whenever you like! read more

Great food, and ambiance. After you treat yourself to some bulgogi, they have the best karaoke rooms in town. Private party with friends or family, and a full bar. What more can you ask for? read more

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If you're looking to enjoy a private karaoke session, One Pocha is definitely worth a visit. They offer private karaoke rooms where you can let loose without worrying about others judging you. I haven't tried their food but they serve a variety of adult beverages by the bucketful. It's an ideal spot for any occasion. read more

Way too long of a wait and very overpriced for the quality of food, will not be returning.

I have been coming to this location for a few years now and I have to say every single time the food is perfect, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the vibes and music are amazing[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], as well as the service being kind and attentive. Definitely a must try when you're craving authentic Korean food! read more

Party of 3 ready to FEAST! We ordered the basic buffet style. I highly recommend the buffet options especially if you are eating with more than 2 people...or if you're like me and eat for 2 people haha We each did the basic and had the meats rolling in. Forewarning, if you order TOO much food and leave a lot of leftovers they WILL charge you. The servers were actually really great about the maintaining a steady pace and not overwhelming us with the food. You could tell they didn't want to waste any of it. Our favorite meats were the Beef Bulgogi and Spicy Pork Bulgogi. They have a ton of authentic Korean dishes (I wish they had budae jjigae) and also offer karaoke! Authentic. Great food. Great price! Enjoy! Oh! If this is your first Korean BBQ experience I definitely recommend. It was my friend's first experience and he loved it! read more

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food was so good, manager is nice and the service was so good, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere is really nice[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], [[HIGHLIGHT]]not too crowded and not too loud[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 10/10 would recommend to bring your friends here. read more

Food Was Delicious Service Was Wonderful Ambiance Was Amazing Highly Recommend Going Great For Dinner Date Nights With Your Significant Other read more

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GOD. I don't know why I haven't heard even a whisper about this place since I came into San Antonio. This is the most legit AYCE Korean BBQ place I've been to in San Antonio. When you walk in, it reminds me 100% of a k-drama. They have Hite and Soju of all flavors. My friend who hates the taste of beer really likes Hite. It's extremely light and subtle in flavor and obviously mixes well to make soju bombs. They have two types of AYCE tiers. The only difference is that there steak, beef short ribs, and octopus... which they limit. Also, you just need to get the attention of the wait staff as they walk by, they rarely ever come back to check on you. They have a bunch of banchan for you to try that are always rotating depending on your visit. The noodles and dumplings were pretty good. And who doesn't like kimchi.... come on, you're at a kbbq. Highly recommend-- 10/10. COVID info: They check your temp as you come in and sanitize your hands. With the current COVID situation, everyone is seated at every other table. read more

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For all you can eat KBBQ, this place is pretty good! [FOOD] They've got a basic and a premium menu. The basics have all you truly need: brisket, beef bulgogi, chicken bulgogi, pork belly, etc. The meats are solid quality. The price for the basic menu is actually on the cheaper side for kbbq, HOWEVER they do charge for things that other kbbq places give for free (for example salad, steamed egg, corn), which is the sad part. [SERVICE] Service is a bit more on the meh side. It's hard to flag waiters down sometimes. The grill changes could have been more frequent. And quite often they forgot what we ordered so we'd have to flag them down again and then they'd be nowhere to be found. I had one guy look straight at me and walk away. However to their credit, we were a large group (18 people) and they accommodated us nicely. Don't forget to check out the karaoke place! read more

Horrible customer service food was bland and the staff were all on their phones the entire time thumbs down from me

Just trust me on this.. Best Korean BBQ in San Antonio, I've tried 'em all. The vibe is there, food is fulfilling and the staff is literally amazing. Never once had a negative experience. They're so sweet, upbeat and never let you feel unnoticed. I love how fun the energy is in there, people coming through to the back karaoke rooms, stopping at the bar honestly adds to the experience. It's in the weirdest location and looks like nothing from the outside but I promise it's worth your while. Also, they're open til 2?!?! Best late night food!!! read more

Probably the best Korean BBQ in San Antonio. Been here a handful of times and each time is better than the last. Haven't tried the karaoke yet but i will. read more

The night I went, their AC felt broken and we sweated through the entire meal, as well as dealing with a two-grill table where only one grill got hot. The whole place felt ramshackle and rundown. Not anything like I expected from the reviews. While the meats were decently marinaded, the lack of a truly hot grill made cooking a long chore. The karaoke rooms in the back were fun, but getting someone to take drink orders was a PITA. The other reviews that talk about their shady billing is spot-on. There were four of us in a karaoke room and it was $500 without them being able to provide us any kind of itemized tab. My advice is to never pay with a debit card here and be prepared to file a dispute with your cc company in the event they can't provide adequate proof of what you owe. read more

Where do I begin. How about with the server/waitress/bartender/hostess. She was slow and unhelpful. Just have to love when someone pretends to not understand your language to avoid being useful. That's until you bust out with your Korean. We choose the $28 all you can eat. It was dreadful. I understand having a Korean BBQ joint is important and all but come on. We can do better for $30 a person. My biggest complaint here is the service. Abysmal. When you enter and stand for someone to greet you then you'll understand this review. read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

First time trying this kbbq place and it's pretty good! Very straightforward, no fuss ayce. I thought service was a bit slow, even though it wasn't that busy. Food was good though. read more

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Okay guys, I have FOUND the secret kbbq place in SA. I have no idea why every time I have looked for kbbq in the past - this place never showed up. One day I was digging DEEP into San Antonio offerings and came across this gem! I wasn't too sure if I needed a reservation since a lot of reviews mention calling ahead of time, so I called and luckily they had 1 table left. I also found out they do not take reservations anyways for parties of 2. So I've seen a lot of mixed reviews on this place and I'm here to tell you why. The customer service - it's kind of trash and/or 50/50 lol. When I was there - our specific waiter avoided us like the plague BUT there was this waitress who was ON TOP OF IT. So we flagged her down a lot more than our actual waiter. Also the owner of this place... kind of doesn't help out by the looks of it. When we came in, all the servers were busy but she kind of just sat there... we weren't seated until the server had a moment. I don't know, I just found that kind of weird. Anyways, now let me tell you why I'm giving 4 stars anyways. I'm doing it because this is honestly the best it's gonna get for now with AYCE kbbq in SA. The food itself is GOOD here guys. It's NOT served frozen, and it's truly AYCE. My boyfriend and I both got the basic package because the premium package is just an addition of 2 Galbi servings, AYCE spicy octopus and AYCE sirloin for almost $10 more per person. The sides are yummy and the grill was clean. I mean food wise, I'm just grateful. I think customer service could be improved on but it's not a deal breaker for me unless someone is disrespectful. I will keep coming back. They also have karaoke in the back and it seems pretty popular. I did not check it out. *Strawberry margarita is good but very small (shown in photo) read more

One Pocha - Menu - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

UPDATE 2/3/2022 This place has improved so much! They hired more servers and that I think that has definitely helped with their customer service. The meat quality is pretty good here and for the basic price it's definitely a good deal, other kbbq in surrounding cities charge $35+ pp. I also love that this place opens late! read more

One Pocha - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The area looks a little shady and outdated and inside as well. When we arrived they were busy, which is good for them. Everyone seemed to be eating Korean BBQ and cooking, which was pretty cool. I wish I could have tried their All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ, but my party had other plans. I tried the bibimbap. It tasted sour and it left me a nasty taste and smell in my mouth. I don't know why... I did regret getting that. The thing that grossed me out the most was the carpet and floors. They were so sticky! The carpets were sooo sticky and wet. I can't imagine the mildew or mold. The Karaoke rooms smelled like smoke, like when you go to a hotel and they allow people to smoke in them, that's how it smelled. I hope they clean thoroughly and maybe change out the carpet or hire someone to go in and clean. The girl working that night was very friendly, so that was nice. read more