The Korean BBQ trend is growing rapidly among Singaporeans. If you don’t already know, Korean BBQ is nothing like our regular backyard BBQ, no – it is far more than that, it teaches us the art of meat grilling. For those who are into the K-drama ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo’, you know it shows how you need to strategize what to eat first to ensure you get a bang for your buck! BBQ is best enjoyed with a bunch of friends or family, so remember to call them up for a carnivorous feast. Oh, and our advice? Best not to hit the showers before your meal because you’ll have to do it again after. We’ve come up with a list of 10 Korean BBQ Buffet in Singapore for you to choose from!
1. Ssikkek BBQ
Ssikkek BBQ being one the most popular BBQ buffet joints in town is literally a food heaven for meat lovers. This place is packed with young people and you can expect a queue outside. Apart from its affordable price, they offer a wide array of food such as thick cut pork belly, bacon, fresh seafood and a variety of banchan (side dishes). The buffet is priced at $14.90 for lunch, $24.90 for dinner on a weekday; and $22 for a lunch buffet on a weekend.
Address:
Novena: 101 Thomson Road, #B1-14/15/16 United Square Shopping Mall, Singapore 307591
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 2.30pm; 5pm – 10.30pm
2. 2D1N Soju Bang
Located at the street of Tanjong Pagar, 2D1N Soju Bang boasts a two floor area. Ala carte style menu is served on the ground floor while buffet is served on the first floor of the restaurant. Fun fact: Soju Bang is a sister branch of Ssikkek BBQ. Though their side dishes are quite limited, they do have a variety of fresh meat. It is recommended to arrive before 5.30pm as there will be a snaking long line already waiting for a table. Good news is, chairs are provided while you wait!
Address: 46 Tanjong Pagar Rd, Singapore 088467
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 2.30pm; 5.30pm – 12am
3. Oppa BBQ
A brother branch to Ssikkek BBQ, Oppa BBQ is also known for the same affordable price as Ssikkek. With lunch buffet priced at $14 and dinner buffet at $24, Oppa BBQ offers cut of meat such as pork galbi, beef striploin, thick cut pork belly and spicy chicken. With all the meat it has to offer and no break time in between, the only thing you have to do is know how to make a good ssambap (lettuce wrap with meat & rice)!
Address: #03-10 JCube, 2 Jurong East Central 1, Singapore 609731
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 10.30pm
4. K.Cook Korean BBQ & Steamboat Buffet
Conveniently located in Orchard Central, K.Cook BBQ & Steamboat is a value-for-money buffet and a great place for a gathering. It boasts two dining areas – air conditioned seating or Al Fresco seating. We suggest the Al Fresco area to get better ventilation. K.Cook BBQ offers a basic selection of meat: marinated/non-marinated, as well as fresh seafood to add to your grill. Their lunch buffet costs $14.90 and it’s $24.90 for dinner buffet on a weekday. Do check out their Facebook page for regular promotions!
Address: 181 Orchard Rd, #07-01, Singapore 238896
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3pm; 5pm – 10pm (time may vary on weekends)
5. I’m Kim Korean BBQ
Located at the School of The Arts and just a 5 minutes walk from Dhoby Ghaut MRT, I’m Kim Korean BBQ is an easy place to spot and a popular choice among youngsters, especially students. The buffet sets its time limit at 90 minutes per table, which is honestly more than enough. Try their special Spicy Volcano Chicken, hot kimchi soup and kimchi pancake before they run out. Best of all, they have a self service salad bar to help balance out the BBQ experience.
Address: 181 Orchard Rd, #07-01, Singapore 238896
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3.30pm; 5.30pm – 10.30pm
6. I’m Kim Junior
I’m Kim Junior is operated under the same F&B group (Kingdom Food Group) as I’m Kim Korean BBQ. What’s different about I’m Kim Junior is its buffet style – they serve Army Stew Buffet instead. They encourage customers to ‘Be Your Own Chef’ and build their own food. Don’t worry about smelling like smoke as each table is equipped with an exhaust pipe. Lunch buffet starts at $14.90 and dinner at $24.90. Keep a lookout for their regular promotion of Buy 2 Get 1 Free alcohol drinks.
Address: 2 Orchard Link, *Scape, #03-01, Singapore 237978
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3.30pm; 5.30pm – 10.30pm
7. Daessiksin
With 8 locations islandwide and as a part of the Ministry of Food group, Daessiksin offers a BBQ buffet with around 5-6 cooked dishes and free flow drinks. They have an extensive selection of meat: about 10-12 marinated meat which includes pork collar and beef short ribs. Daessiksin sure is the place that’s ideal for a meat fest!
Address:277 Orchard Road, Orchard Gateway #03-17, Singapore 238858
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3.30pm; 5.30pm – 10pm (time may vary on weekends)
8. Miss Korea by Supulae
Miss Korea BBQ is the second restaurant opened by Supulae, the popular Korean street food in Tanjong Pagar. If you hate being in cramped in a crowd of people when you barbeque, Miss Korea would be more suitable for you. It has a calmer and quieter dining ambience. Don’t miss out on their signature Supulae marinated pork steak and their light & fluffy steamed egg. Though the price is slightly higher than the rest with lunch at $22.90 and dinner at $24.90, it is worth the extra bucks for a less chaotic experience.
Address: 87 Killiney Road, Singapore 239533
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3pm; 5.30pm – 10.30pm
9. Don Dae Bak
Don Dae Bak is the perfect BBQ place for meat cravings and late night owls. They are open till 5am daily! Don Dae Bak is one of the few BBQ places that offer charcoal grill compared to others who use gas grills and that’s where they win. There’s just something to the taste of a chargrilled meat, it’s just better! Order their ala carte Ginseng Chicken Soup and Kimchi Pancake. Enjoy a smokeless BBQ as they are equipped with an exhaust system.
Address: 35 Kreta Ayer Rd, Singapore 089000
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3pm; 5pm – 5am (Mon-Thurs), 11.30am – 5am (Fri-Sun)
10. Ju Shin Jung
Ju Shin Jung has 4 outlets across Singapore and also uses a charcoal grill. They offer two types of seating: traditional style floor seating and the usual modern table seating. Great news for the parents, this BBQ outlet is actually kid friendly, equipped with a playroom and a mini playground for children, where adults can eat in peace. Ju Shin Jung offers unlimited buffet priced at $32 for lunch and $38 for dinner. Also, one main dish comes with every buffet dining customer and you get to choose between Saba fish, beef rib soup, spicy tofu soup or cold noodles.
Address: 27 West Coast Highway #01-18/19 Westway IF Singapore 117867
Opening Hours: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm (check website for other outlets)
There are countless Korean restaurants in Singapore in recent years and you have all the time to explore each one of them to find your favorite. If you’re looking for Halal Korean Restaurants, look no further, you can check them out here!
