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Let’s face it, Singaporeans are all about Korean food—we’re talking comforting army stews, classic bibimbap and tteokbokki dishes, and best of all, delicious KBBQs (also known as Korean barbecues). If you’re craving the latter and want to indulge in some smoky grilled meat paired with incredibly tasty side dishes, here are some recommendations from the Burpple team.
For Reasonably Priced KBBQ
Run by a Korean couple, Danji Korean BBQ Buffet is a sanctuary for East-siders who are on the lookout for reasonably priced KBBQ. Their popular all-you-can eat buffet is modestly priced at $19.90++ for a weekday lunch and $27.90++ for weeknight/weekend suppers.
Patrons can enjoy up to two hours of dining in with a huge selection of meats including beef brisket, pork belly, short rib, as well as marinated black pepper and spicy chicken. They’ve also got a wide array of cooked food, vegetables, sides (both hot and cold), and fruits.
For KKBQ In Town
Head down to K.COOK if you’re craving KKB while in town! You might think that an establishment located in Orchard Central is bound to be pricey but that isn’t the case with this buffet joint. In fact, their lunch buffet is priced at just $14.90++ and their dinner buffet costs $24.90++.
Their well-stocked buffet area is always brimming with a great spread of meat, both marinated and otherwise—expect to find cuts such as beef bulgogi, beef short rib, chicken sausages, as well as seafood offerings like squid and prawn.
Maru Korean BBQ Buffet
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For High Quality Meat Options
MARU might not be the most pocket-friendly but their high-quality meat options certainly make up for it. Some of their popular meat offerings include the Yangnum Galbi ($43.99) or marinated Korean style beef short ribs, the Jumuluk ($34.99), which is essentially sliced beef boneless short ribs in marinated sauce, and the So Bulgogi ($24.99), also known as BBQ beef slices. Be sure to only grab what you can stomach because the restaurant has a policy of charging $50 per 100g of leftovers!
For Curated BBQ Sets
Prefer curated BBQ sets? If so, Eee Mo has got you covered! Try out their BBQ Set B ($39++ per pax) which comes with a beef short plate, pork belly, pork jowl, marinated pork short rib, marinated chicken, fried chicken, as well as a kimchi and seafood pancake. Sides including steamed egg, a beef brisket and soybean soup, and noodles are also offered. If you want more cuts of meat, you can also opt for the other larger sets they have available.
For Charcoal-Grilled Premium Meats
You’re in for an evening of good vibes and even better food at the neon-lit PUJIM BBQ which is best known for its charcoal-grilled premium meats. Not to mention, their huge selection of Korean beers and soju! Look forward to sharing platters (prices vary) filled with premium meats such as the A4 Wagyu Ribeye, the Boneless Short Rib Prime Black Angus, as well as the Iberico Bellota Pork Collar. Once you’ve ordered, there’s nothing left to do but indulge in these tasty cuts.
For Great Barbecue Fare & Korean-Chinese Cuisine
O.BBa BBQ & Jjajang probably needs no introduction by now. This Korean chain has been a hit with diners who’ve been enjoying both their barbecue fare and Korean-Chinese cuisine since their inception. As with most KBBQ joints, they’ve got an extensive menu featuring various BBQ sets—if you’re dining with a bigger group, we’d highly recommend the beef-centric Set A ($89) that comes with prime beef, beef sirloin, and beef short plate. Alternatively, you could get the pork-filled Set B ($79) which features various pork belly cuts. Whichever you pick, you’re bound to leave feeling satisfied.
