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    Saemaeul

    4.5 (220 reviews)
    PriceyKorean, Barbeque
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups

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    Linn P.

    It's okay here. Seating is a little tricky. I was very pregnant when I came and the stools were uncomfortable with no backing. The tables were very small for our group of 6 and quite close to other tables too. I don't think any of the food stood out. It was hard trying to get their attention to ask for more bonchon. They seemed a bit annoyed. They would come over. Do one thing and rush away before we could ask for something else. It would have been easier if they waited a min for us to ask for a few things at once vs always having to flag someone down just to ask for water or napkins. Overall the visit and food was fine. Don't think we would come again though.

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    Anastasiya S.

    Came here for dinner with my family and we all really enjoyed the place! Great service, waiter walked us through the menu and answered all questions we had! We ordered beef combo and it was enough for 4 adults and two kiddos but if you are hungry you can always order additional meat plates. The salads and soups were delicious! I also really enjoyed their kimchi. Overall, great experience and I would definitely recommend

    Jessica C.

    The BEST korean bbq in Dallas! Authentic korean bbq experience with high quality meat and service. Sometimes the wait can be long but you can join the wait list. Service is very good and waiters are very attentive. Vibes are very high/fun but can be chaotic if it's your first time at kbbq.

    David N.

    We came here with the family on Thanksgiving. We were coming in from Houston for the holiday weekend and in search of a good dinner option. We were grateful this place was open. The tables are small, barely fitting 6, but it was fun. They have built in vents at each table to suck up all the smoke, but still be prepared to walk away smelling like Korean bbq. My family actually prefers à la carte Korean bbq over all you can eat, because our experience is the quality of meat is higher at à la carte. We end up spending the same amount of money but we enjoy it better. This location did not disappoint. Every cut of meat we got was delicious. They work as a team here and they cook for you at the table. They also walk around refilling sides and water as well. Their Kim Chi was delicious it gave a little kick as well.

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    Jennifer N.

    I'm usually prefer AYCE kbbq but my husband and I wanted to give Saemaeul a try. I now understand the hype. The service is great compared to getting AYCE. The sides were probably one of the best banchan I have had. We also had the seafood pancake and the beef tartar as well. You won't be disappointed with anything on the menu.

    Soon do bo seafood tofu

    The food and service was great .. we were looking for a late dinner and this place certainly deliver .. the food was awesome and the boys who were cooking was great .. they check on you all the time .. great food.

    Nicole R.

    I really enjoyed the barbecue at Saemaeul. We ordered the Special Mix Combo to split between 5 friends. We were worried that it won't be enough but it was the right amount to share with friends. There was a wait outside the door but you are able to check in through the Yelp app before arriving there. The wait was about an hour long for us on a Friday night. When we got there, the service was very quick and the food was delicious. Although, I would order the Beef Only Combo next time I go. The ambiance was like your authentic KBBQ joint in Asia. The waiters go around the restaurant cooking food at each of the table although I think the seating could be larger.

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    Robert L.

    An average experience at this à la carte Korean bbq restaurant. We came as a group of 12 and tried the beef combo, pancake, and other assortments of meats. The quality of meats were fresh and tender but portion sizes on the smaller side. The pancake is made thinner compared to other places. Similar to thin crust pizza; but was good. Side dishes including the soup were salty and not memorable. We did not get individual sauce trays, had to share. Table service (besides cooking the meat) was subpar compared to other similar places. We were not offered seconds on side dishes, had to ask for another canteen of water (only given a 1L canteen to split among 12 people separate between 3 tables), and the restaurant during this time was at most half full. Overall, there's better places to eat at for comparable cost.

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    Linda T.

    This restaurant-- as I walked in was welcomed in right away. And was led to a hotpot table early prior to my family arriving and they had no issue with me holding space tho my family had not arrived. The server offered me water and brought out condiments right away. It smells heavenly when on walks into the restaurant was very clean, organized and pre setup utensils were neatly prepped for restaurant guests. There were larger family tables as well as smaller table setups for a couple of people. Parking is easy access. And double wide doors for accessibility width.

    Isabella C.

    Amazing Korean bbq even though it's not all you can eat the 3 meat selection is just enough. They also will cook the meat for you. Which is awesome. We got some yummy appetizers as welll. Also they sat us pretty fast when we got to the restaurant

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    Darian C.

    Meat was really good and the service is great as well. The tofu soup wasn't the best I had but not too bad. We didn't have to wait for a table of 4 on the weekend. It's a bit crowded in the restaurant when you go to your seat but there is enough room on the table because they put the meats on the side if there isn't enough room.

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    Hannah L.

    This is my first time coming to this restaurant and it was pretty pleasant! The meat quality was pretty good overall. Large Meat Combo: The meat was super tender with a slight rosemary flavor--really flavorful. The seasoned meat was incredible and very tender. The spicy pork was pretty good and not too spicy. The large steak was kind of tough and not the best, but still okay. Dumplings: The dumplings felt a bit overpriced and were just okay. There wasn't much filling, but they had a nice crisp on the outside. The KBBQ comes with a choice of soup but no steamed egg like other places. There were some cute subtle touches here and there. However, the booths weren't cleaned off and there were leftover carrots on my seat, so the place is a bit dirty... but the food was good and the seaweed soup starter was tasty too. Service is quick and efficient--the server came by often to cook our meat. Overall, good service!

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    We love this place. The meat is always fresh and tender. The service is good and a short wait every time we come.

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    Our favorite go to spot for Korean bbq!!! The meat quality is very good and the service is very good as well.

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    Amazing food, good quality meat. We had Annie as our server, she was great.will definitely come back again.

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    Good KBBQ. Not all you can eat and a little pricey. They cook for you at your table which is nice. Good dips and sides.

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    Is it all you can eat?

    No, a la carte. They also offer combo meal specials.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes. Except Fridays and Saturdays

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    Cattleack Barbeque

    Cattleack Barbeque

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    I was in Texas for a work event and my colleagues invited me to have some Texas BBQ at Cattleleack…read moreBarbeque. When we arrived around 1pm there was a line out the door. After getting inside I could tell why. The BBQ smell hits you as you open the door and it smelled sooooo good. They had a giant menu written onto the wall. Some of the meats were sold out. We debated for a bit and then decided to do a group order. Our Group of 7 people ordered the Cattleleack Platter and sides of burnt end beans, potato salad, cole slaw, and Mac and cheese. Oh and don't forget to ask for cornbread too. Inside tey had large tables and benches to sit at and we secured our spot. The food was delicous. The Beef Rib was huge and melted in my mouth. The brisket was amazing and seasoned well. Everything tasted great. Everyone ate til they were full and we still had leftovers. I ate them later at night and they were still good. This place is pricey, definitely worth a visit.

    下午一点到店,店内座无虚席、客流满满,需要排队等候许久,算得上达拉斯当地极具名气、人气超高的热门老店。…read more点了一份特色拼盘,里面包含香肠、猪肋排和牛腩。肉质软烂软糯,入口即化,口感十分绵软,但外皮吃起来偏咸还带着一丝酸味。原本期待值拉满,整体吃下来并没有达到预想中的惊艳感。 另外搭配了白菜和玉米配菜,意外发现白菜带着淡淡的酸口风味。

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    Kafi BBQ

    Kafi BBQ

    4.3
    (139 reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    I was driving by a playground the other day and asked my 3-year-old if he'd rather go play or stop…read moreby Kafi BBQ. Even though the playground is usually his favorite spot, he didn't hesitate & insisted we go to Kafi for the brisket. That pretty much sums up how my family feels about this place. We've tried plenty of BBQ spots around Texas, but Kafi keeps bringing us back. The brisket is consistently excellent, and you can tell they use the highest-quality ingredients because the flavor really speaks for itself. Everything on the menu is done well, from the Wagyu and sausage to the burnt ends. It's become one of those rare places that the whole family gets excited about, and that's not something I can say about many restaurants

    Kafi BBQ is a Texas style BBQ joint in Irving-Valley Ranch which serves up Halal Wagyu Brisket with…read moreIraqi/Middle Eastern influences. I follow the chef/owner on Instagram (@kafibbq), and the amount of effort and detail he puts into his craft has resulted in multiple return visits for me. This review is for my latest visit. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Kafi BBQ can be found in a shopping strip in Irving-Valley Ranch. Only opened Friday - Sunday, on my most recent Sunday visit around dinner time, Kafi was packed. The patrons were a great mix of families, BBQ lovers, and those looking for high quality Halal meats. Smoke was in the air. 1 Star. Service - The staff is super friendly and nice. Pro Tip - Go for lunch or before 6 before items are sold out. A few items were sold out on my most recent visit (my fault I arrived at 6:45) and the staff weren't aware of what was available, leading to some confusion, but they were so nice it didn't impact my meal. 1 Star. Food - By now, you've probably read or heard about Kafi's Wagyu Brisket. For me, I love following @kafibbq on Instagram so I can see what Salahodeen is cooking up. On this visit, it was the Brisket Sandwich. First off, the house baked bread roll is soft, but firm enough to hold Kafi's famous brisket on a pile of home made cole slaw and pickles. The result was one of the best BBQ sandwiches I've eaten. The bite was soft, smokey, crunchy, and tart (from the pickles). It was a special, and I'm not sure if Kafi will keep this on the menu, but I hope they do. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. It's pricey, but it's worth it. While the brisket is great, I suggest you follow them on Instagram to see what's cooking and plan your visit around the specialty items. 1 Star.

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    Ham Ji Bak Korean BBQ - 함지박 돼지갈비 BBQ

    Ham Ji Bak Korean BBQ - 함지박 돼지갈비 BBQ

    4.1
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    0.0 mi

    The food was tasty but the service was hit or miss…read more I thought the banchan you received at the restaurant no matter what you order there. I was craving pickled radish and I saw some pics with radish so we decided to give it a try. When I asked the server about pickled radish she told me we don't have it then I pointed out other tables and then she told me only for BBQ. We ordered seafood pancake (it was tasty and crispy but is fell apart trying to put it on the plate), seafood and tofu soup (tofu was nice and fluffy and the soup was just the right spice level) and bulgogi hotpot (it was a nice variety of vegetables with noodle and bulgogi meat, a good treat for a cool evening, this dish was on the sweet side and a really good option for those that don't like spicy). The establishment can be family friendly and fun with friends.

    Great service and good food. We got the $169 combo and it was good but definitely not worth that…read moremuch. I would recommend getting the ribs for $53 and some cold noodles on the side instead of the combo. Their cold noodles were really good and the ribs a la carte were a better deal for the buck. Service was outstanding and if you get the soju then be prepared to be impressed! They bring it out ICE cold and it was the best thing to put in your mouth after a good bite of food. I also heard their other entrees are very good. Will have to go back to try these. Highly recommend this place.

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