Korean BBQ in St. Louis (2025)

Longtime family operation with grills at every table and generous banchan. St. Louis Magazine documented the Creve Coeur era of this beloved spot, and locals praise its AYCE format, classic kalbi, and soju cocktails.

Tabletop grilling, K‑pop art, and well‑marinated meats make Wudon a go‑to. Riverfront Times praised it for giving St. Louis the Korean barbecue it needed; a steady stream of recent diners confirms it’s still cooking.

Mom‑and‑pop charm meets tabletop BBQ and private karaoke rooms. Sauce Magazine’s 2024 list singled out its barbecue and soul‑warming soups; come for brisket or pork belly and stay for late‑night singing.

Quietly consistent on Olive, with comforting stews, hot pots, and barbecue plates like kalbi. St. Louis Magazine and Feast Magazine both highlight it for abundant banchan and classic flavors.

Part market, part takeout counter, fully rooted in homestyle Korean cooking. Riverfront Times named it Best Korean Food; grab bulgogi, spicy pork, kimchi pancake, and stews to turn your own table into a mini BBQ feast.

A playful, independent stall weaving Korean BBQ flavors—think kalbi short rib—into tacos and bowls. Featured by St. Louis Magazine, it’s a tasty bridge between St. Louis street‑food energy and Korean marinades.

Across the river near Scott AFB, this independent spot offers AYCE options and BBQ cuts alongside ramen and banchan. Recent reviews point to friendly service and a community following for its grill‑at‑the‑table dinners.