Gangnam Korean BBQ

"We had an awesome time here!! Service was amazing. Our waiter, Alan, was very friendly and helpful! Two tips for newcomers: (1) Order ONE portion of meat and see if you can finish it, because you might not!! Portion sizes here are great, and the food is definitely worth the price. (2) If you want the lowest prices, go during the week from 11:00-15:00."

"Perfect Korean BBQ spot in South Austin! Had been wanting to try Gangnam for a while now, so I was pretty excited about finally coming. Loved the aesthetic as soon as I walked in. You have to try their sausage and their beef bulgogi! So delicious. Our server, Andrew, was also pretty awesome. Very attentive. Can’t wait to revisit this spot soon and try their other meat options!"

"Since moving to Austin over 6 year ago, I've struggled finding a Korean restaurant that has really wowed me. It's gotten to the point where I just buy the ingredients from H Mart and cook at home. Well I finally gave Gangnam a chance and I can easily say it's the absolute best Korean food in the Austin area. No other restaurants in the area can compete on every level. Gangnam as both all you can eat and traditional menu options. They have 3 different all you can eat tiers with each higher tier offering better and higher quality meat options. The appetizer, soup, and banchan options are all top tier and give you plenty of variety. The service has been excellent during both times I've eaten here over the last 2 months. The atmosphere itself is high quality as well. I'm half-Korean and have eaten Korean food all over the country. As far as restaurants go, Gangnam is the best in the Austin area and rivals options in other Texas cities like Dallas and Houston."

"The staff is quick and friendly. The food was great! Love the overalls experience. The only thing that could have made it better is if it was a charcoal grill. To summarize it, you have 3 dipping sauce, different types and cuts of meat, grill it yourself. It's all you can eat, if you like this style, this is a must visit place."

"Proceed with Caution: I tried Gangnam Korean BBQ's All-You-Can-Eat lunch, priced at $29.98 per person, and it had both positive and not-so-good aspects. The cost is fair, but watch out for the suggested tips on the payment machine—they start at 22% and go up to a big 30%. I find the suggested tip starting at 22% to be unreasonable. The layout on the payment machine seems designed to lead patrons to choose the first button at 30%, and the calculation of the tip on top of tax introduces an additional financial consideration, potentially making you spend more than planned. On the culinary side, the marinade sauce stood out as a positive highlight, offering a delightful burst of flavor. Unfortunately, the same couldn't be said for the beef bulgogi, which proved disappointingly chewy, reminiscent of tough beef jerky. The appetizers and side dishes, typically a delightful aspect of Korean cuisine, failed to impress. Unlike other establishments where I eagerly finish and often request more, Gangnam Korean BBQ's offerings lacked the expected burst of flavors. Diners should also exercise caution with the Korean fried chicken, as the restaurant cuts it into small pieces right through the bones, posing a potential hazard. Service at Gangnam Korean BBQ was satisfactory, with a self-service water pitcher on each table and a call button for assistance. However, unlike some reviews that highlighted helpful waitstaff aiding in the cooking process, my experience lacked any noticeable extra effort, despite acknowledging it was my first visit. The ambiance inside the restaurant was a bit dim, and despite the presence of a cooking exhaust fan, its effectiveness was questionable, evidenced by the noticeable cooking smoke from neighboring tables. The restroom, although spacious, was disappointingly messy just three hours after opening, with water strewn across the countertop and footprints marring the bathroom tile floor. In summary, Gangnam Korean BBQ offers a reasonable AYCE lunch experience, but there are areas that could be improved. My overall rating is 3 out of 5, and while I wouldn’t discourage others from trying it, I’d suggest exploring alternative dining options for a more well-rounded experience."