Gangnam Korean BBQ

"Going out for Korean barbecue usually means choosing between quality meats and an all-you-can-eat experience, but at Gangnam you get the bottomless format without compromising on taste, all in a massive industrial space that feels a lot less sterile than it sounds. Classics like bulgogi, marinated pork belly, and kalbi are some of the best versions we’ve had in town—particularly compared to other bottomless spots—but it’s the premium meats you’ll want to load up on. Order the ribeye and watch as full-sized steaks arrive for as long as you keep asking, then throw on some beef rib fingers and teriyaki chicken between bites of salad, cheese corn, and an extensive selection of banchan." - nicolai mccrary

"Korean barbecue usually means choosing between quality meats and an all-you-can-eat experience, but at Gangnam you get the bottomless experience without compromising on taste, all in a massive industrial space that's a lot less sterile than it sounds. Classics like bulgogi, marinated pork belly, and kalbi are some of the best versions we’ve had in town—particularly compared to other bottomless spots—but it’s the premium meats you’ll want to load up on. Order the ribeye and watch as full-sized steaks arrive for as long as you keep asking, then throw on some rib fingers between bites of salad, cheese corn, and banchan." - nicolai mccrary

"Prepare for a filling occasion at this South Asian restaurant. The Sweetbriar neighborhood dining spot offers all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue with unlimited appetizers, soups, noodles, banchan, ramen, and salads available to each guest, starting at $30 for lunch and $40 for dinner. Plus, there are all sorts of drinks and a salad bar in its industrial setting dining room. Upgrade the experience with signature and premium meats like rib-eye, lamb, eel, pork jowl, or its well-marbled prime special flower beef short rib." - Darcie Duttweiler

"Going out for Korean barbecue usually means choosing between quality meats and an unlimited AYCE experience. At Gangnam in South Austin, you get the bottomless experience without compromising on taste, all in a massive industrial space that feels a lot less sterile than it sounds. There are three different price tiers that all come with unlimited meats, sides, noodles, ramen, and more. Classics like bulgogi, marinated pork belly, and kalbi are some of the best versions we’ve had in town—particularly compared to other bottomless spots—but it’s the premium meats you’ll want to load up on if you opt for one of the pricier plans. Order the ribeye and watch as full-sized steaks arrive for as long as you keep asking (and finishing your plate), then throw on some beef rib fingers and teriyaki chicken between bites of salad, corn cheese, and an extensive selection of banchan. photo credit: Richard Casteel photo credit: Richard Casteel photo credit: Richard Casteel Food Rundown photo credit: Richard Casteel The Meats These are some of the higher-quality meats we’ve come across at Korean BBQ options in Austin, and the portions are not stingy. A few of our favorites include spicy marinated pork belly, beef short ribs, and ribeye steak. Show up with a few friends so that you can work your way through more of the menu. photo credit: Richard Casteel Banchan Every meal comes with about half a dozen banchan options, which is more than most other AYCE options in town. And they’re tasty enough that you’ll probably ask for a few refills over the course of the meal. photo credit: Richard Casteel Appetizers Your dinner (or lunch) ticket includes access to about a dozen different dishes and apps—including dishes like japchae, steamed egg custard, fried mandu, and corn cheese—and you can refill them as often as you’d like. Grab some salad and corn cheese to kick off the meal, but save room for the meats. That’s what you’re paying a premium for, after all." - Nicolai McCrary

"OK, you’ll probably end up sharing some plates at Gangnam Korean BBQ, but only because this AYCE Korean BBQ joint in South Austin brings out every order of raw meat on big plates for you to grill yourself. There’s only one price, so load up on premium meats—like marinated short rib, pork belly, and ribeyes—then get to grilling and enjoy the fact that you won’t need to do much math to split the bill at the end of the meal. There’s also a pretty big menu of banchan and apps that you can refill as often as you’d like.  " - nicolai mccrary