Gunbae

High end table top Korean bbq spot with private karaoke rooms in the back. The wait staff will cut and cook the steaks for you. Everything shared and a lot of premium items can boost the bill up fast without a plan. Went to the private karaoke rooms after and had a blast, more buckets of beer and passable renditions of pop songs to end the night.

We made a reservation for 14 and were seated right away. Great spot for large groups. We ordered 3 combos for our table with beer, sangria and wine. What an amazing spread. The soups, bonchon and meats were amazing. We were in town visiting our kids from college and had a blast. Service was friendly, attentive and quick. Plus Joseph cooked all the food for us and did an awesome job. Thank you! We loved it and can’t wait to come back.

We came in on a slow Sunday afternoon about 3pm. We randomly decided that it was a karaoke kind of day. The place was empty but Eric set up the downstairs bar for us and gave us stellar service throughout our 3 hour rampage through random songs sets. The bar snacks were great- we had some kimchi pancakes, wings and pork dumplings. The atmosphere is cool and they have private rooms. Eric told us that there is going to be happy hour specials soon for the newly completed karaoke bar downstairs. We can’t wait to try them and also the upstairs Korean barbecue. The food and atmosphere were great but I can’t emphasize enough how welcome Eric made us feel- even though we were alone downstairs (Sunday at 3pm is not prime karaoke time).

Simplistic and delicious. I crave Korean food and was pleased to come across Gunbae on the lower west side. We ordered japchae with veggies and tofu bibimbap, along with banchan - it was an absolute perfect lunch! Service was friendly, attentive and food came out quick. We came on a Wednesday at noon when they opened without a reservation & we were seated right away.

Came here with a group of 15 out of town guests. Ellie took our reservation and was so easy to work with. Our servers were friendly and attentive; Joseph took the time to explain the menu and how it all worked. The meat was super tasty and great quality. Definitely a must go, especially if you’re a big group looking for great Korean BBQ, this is the place to be. Thank you for a fun experience!

Great location and service, they are super fast! And the food is delicious, I enjoyed it a lot. Loved this cozy spot. Will definitely come back!

Gunbae is a super fun Korean BBQ spot in Tribeca where dinner turns into a whole experience. The vibe is lively and social — you can grill prime cuts of beef, pork, and chicken right at your table, which makes it great for groups or a night out with friends. I loved how flavorful the meat and sides were, and the cocktails and soju pair really well with the food. What makes it stand out is the entertainment — you can head downstairs to private karaoke rooms after your meal and keep the party going, which adds an extra layer of fun you don’t get at typical BBQ places. The place does get busy, especially on weekend nights, so reservations are a good idea, and it’s definitely more lively (and a bit noisy) than a quiet dinner spot. Overall, it delivered both great food and a memorable, energetic experience.

Had a terrible experience while dining here. I was really excited to try this restaurant out after seeing the wide variety on the menu. However, i was hesitant to after seeing the B health review on the door. The servers were inattentive to me and my friends. We constantly had to get their attention to place our order, ask for water/refills, and after receiving our order they didn’t check up on us once. The food itself was decent but the service was horrible. They weren’t even that busy to ignore us. For that reason I wouldn’t come back. We were fed up to the point where when we were ready to pay and leave it took them over 15 mins to get the check from us so we had to get up and go to the front ourselves. I wouldn’t go back here again.

Gunbae was able to accommodate or large party of 16 with reservations. We ordered 3 of the pre-fix menu with a lot of wine, beer and soju. I was sooo, sooo good. Joseph our waiter was funny, helpful, quick, attentive and fun. We had so much fun and our bellies were full, the meats, soup and bonchon were so delicious. The food was perfect for all of us. I highly recommend this place. Wish we had more energy to do karaoke after. Thank you for an enjoyable time!

Who knew there was a karaoke + KBBQ spot in Tribeca! I went with a party of 6 for KTV ($70 per hour) and 5 for dinner on a Sunday evening. The karaoke is right downstairs and while the keypad itself is a little outdated, we were still able to find some oldies but goodies (they do have New Jeans + Chappell Roan, so it's not wildly out of date!) The Korean restaurant upstairs had benches that opened up as drawers so you could fit your winter coats and bags underneath. We ordered two meats to grill for BBQ - I didn't realize the Ribeye dry aged steak is not marinated so it didn't have enough flavor to me! (Definitely read the descriptions carefully before choosing.) I recommend the Yang-Nyum Kalbi instead! The wings were solid - 5/5 would recommend! Average drink prices range from $17-21. They actually combined the bills so we only had to pay once at the end of the night so it's a super convenient option if you're looking for dinner + an activity in this area!

**HIGH REVIEWS ARE FROM A PROMO THE RESTAURANT OFFERED IN EXCHANGE FOR FREE DRINKS** Was excited to try this spot when I saw the A health rating posted in the window, thinking they cleaned up their act after having carried the B rating for so long. I was a bit disappointed by the overall experience, and think the other ratings are inflated given it's the only Korean BBQ spot in lower Manhattan. All the meats are overpriced for the amount you get and they require each person to order a portion of the meat for the BBQ. The cheapest meat option was around $40. So a dinner for two, not counting drinks and other dishes already comes out to at least $80. The BBQ comes with unlimited banchan sides but they don't look too fresh especially the items in the creamier sauces - macaroni salad in a room temp mayo? No thanks. Bulgogi - looked forward to a marinated meat but the server overcooked it and it was sliced so thin that any and all marinade was gone by the time it hit our dishes Kalbi - slightly more "elevated" bulgogi nothing special Fried Shrimp appetizer - the shrimp were fine but again, the dipping sauce did not look fresh at all When I asked for pickled daikon, which comes with every banchan at every Korean BBQ place I've been to they looked at me like I had two heads and had no idea what I was asking for. I got a side of pickled cabbage instead.

Honestly I am so disappointed by the quality and the taste of the food here. I've been eyeing the weekday pre fixe meal for two for a while ago and finally had the time off to check it out with my friend. Starting off with the banchan, it tasted very mediocre especially the kimchi and the pickled cabbage, it was very tangy and tasted almost store bought. I did enjoy the salad, that was refreshing and light. The other banchans included: macaroni salad, broccoli, pickled onions and were all pretty mediocre. The kbbq set also came with steamed eggs that they cooked in front of us which was not bad. On to the meat: we got the pork belly and the bulgogi. The pork belly was okay, but the cut of meat seemed especially thin. Also the portions for the pre fixe meal seemed small. I wasn't sure if the person cooking out meat knew how to cook it properly either, at some point I almost wanted to take over and cook myself. The side sauces/ dips with the meat were really basic and not tasty at all. They also didn't offer lettuce to wrap the meat. I don't know if you had to ask for them. The bulgogi was even worse than the pork belly. It tasted like something you'll eat in a japchae. The set also came with an appetizer - we got the mini kimchi pancake which tasted fine and also the drinks. The plum drink was fine too. The service was just okay. I didn't feel like the waiters were particularly friendly. I didn't like the ambiance much, it was very dark and with all the smoke, it made me feel a little constricted. Honestly, I am so disappointed with this kbbq meal. I've definitely had better kbbq before. It just didn't taste or feel authentic. *also I wonder if the high reviews are from their promotion for writing a review in exchange for a soju bomb*

Work lunch review ahead: For a party size of 7, we ordered the following: - Han-sang Combination Platter (4.75/5) The accoutrements included banchan, steamed egg prepared table top, tofu and steak soup, fried dumplings and some dressing sauces/dips of soy bean paste, seasoned sesame and gochujang. The mains included: wagyu galbi, marinated galbi (short-rib), bulgogi, samgyup pork belly and marinated short rib. My favorites from the platter included all the meats, specifically the samgyup and bulgogi. As for the steamed egg, they could have done better with the texture. It was less silken and more spongy than I prefer for it to be. The proportions were perfect for 4 to be fed and full. However, since we were a larger group, we over-ordered a little and also got the following: edamame, chicken wings, additional fried dumplings, chicken bibimbap, the chicken bbq set and ribeye steak bbq set. - The chicken set (5/5) was tender and so well seasoned so don't think twice about ordering if you feel like. - The edamame (5/5) is an excellent pallet cleanser as usual. - The fried chicken (4.5/5) was perfectly seasoned and went well with the gochujang we used as a dipping sauce. The rest was good, no complaints but also forgettable. Our server did a great job grilling the meats and portioning it out for our large table size. On some occasions, I did however find them flustered and a little standoffish when I inquired about the names of the meats being grilled. However, gave him some grace since he was catering to our large group. Additionally, the tables filled out quite fast and quite often and the rate of clearing things up was a little too slow. Would've preferred more attention being paid to that. For a midweek lunch, the restaurant was quite packed and served up a commendable dining experience.

Everything was really tasty. The pork could've used a sauce or more flavor. I enjoyed the kimchi jjigae. Service was quick. The benches open up to store coats and purses.

Amazing! Mike and Myeong were awesome and the meats were so good. We had the BBQ Hansang Combo [2] for 8 people. Looking forward to the next one.

Good restaurant and great service. We had 5 people and had a variety of dishes. We had 10 wings, kimchi pancakes, Wagyu Kalbi, short ribs, rib eye, bulgogi, and bulgogi bibimbap. The wings were good and had nice flavor. They were a bit dry though. Apparently the kimchi pancakes were good. I didn't have any. Out of the meats I loved ribeye the most. It had a nice char and was very buttery and tender. The wagyu kalbi was a bit chewy. The short ribs were tender as well, thought the marinade flavor was ok. The bulgogi was nice with the vegetables. Also a bit chewy. For the amount of money you pay, the meats were smaller than I thought. However they were high quality. The bibimbop was tatsty. Vegetables were a bit dry. The side dishes were good, wish there was more since it's so meat heavy. And I wish the meats came with rice. The egg side dish was yummy. Overall food was good with some misses. Service was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. They are careful for allergies as well. They also have karaoke downstairs. I would definitely go back for the ribeye and service.

Came here as a party of 4 for a birthday dinner. We got the mini seafood pancake as our appetizer and the Gunbae combo and beef tongue for bbq. Overall, the food was decent but nothing very special. The seafood pancake tasted great but there wasn't a lot of seafood in it. The portion of the bbq combo was a lot bigger than I expected but a lot of the meat lacked seasoning. Even a little bit of salt in the meat would be great. They did all the cooking for us and unfortunately, the beef tongue was a bit overcooked and got kinda chewy. Service at the place was great. The kept refilling our banchan and I also liked how we could put our coats and jackets inside the seats so it won't catch the smell of the bbq. It was around $65 per person after tips and tax which was not bad for kbbq in NYC. Would recommend if you're already in the area and are craving for kbbq!

an absolute gem for korean bbq lovers and the perfect spot for after work gatherings or large parties in the downtown area! with all the korean staples you can choose from, you'd definitely find something you like on this menu! the super friendly staff and vibrant setting makes it the perfect atmosphere to sit down and enjoy your meal. they also help grill the meat for you. what we got: - Gunbae Hansang Combo - best for 3-4 guests - Wagyu Kalbi, Yang-Nyum Kalbi, Bulgogi, Sam-gyup Pork Belly, Fried Dumpling, Tofu Soup - complementary banchans - seafood japchae they also have karaoke rooms available at this spot for those who love to sing!

I know times are hard. I believe it is hard to operate a restaurant that is hidden under the infamous NYC scaffoldings, where even on weekend evenings, most tables are empty. BUT: 1) How can you call yourself Korean when you give only a small portion of kimchi and some green leaf salad (sans dressing!!) if we order takeout. Gave you many chances, ordered many times, and still things never improve. Like, customer loyalty should be the one thing you grab on to if your operating costs are high. Well, you messed up. 2) Today, being a rainy day, I asked if I could have a tiny tub (those takeout little round containers) of hot sauce to go with my order (of two items). NOPE. I have to pay extra if I want hot sauce. Well, if I dine it, which I did before, I can ask for hot sauce. And, I give tip if I dine in. The illogical thing is, when I order online, I ALSO GAVE TIP!!!! But, I cannot get hot sauce. Gun Bae, your food is nothing to rave about. It's just GREASY small portions of nothing much. You are charging way too much for those morsels. I happen to live one block away and I like Korean food. So, I gave you many opportunities. You have not been nice. You need to know how to do business better. For a repeat customer, who stupidly forebore your lack of Korean hospitality of ban chans, you have really offended me, and insulted Korean cuisine, by rejecting my request for a tiny bit of hot sauce. From your end, that little container of hot sauce probably costs like a few cents. You would rather not invest those few cents and choose to treat customers like we're nothing. All I ask for is a bit of hot sauce!! BTW, my takeout never has any napkins. I don't mind no cutlery as I do not like to waste plastic (bad for the environment) but, you are way too cheap. Being cheap never gets one business going up. I'm saying bye to you. Post Script: I saw some other reviewer's comment with this clause: "*also I wonder if the high reviews are from their promotion for writing a review in exchange for a soju bomb*" I had a A-ha moment. I remember that once when I dined in, I was told that I could get a soju drink if I gave them a good review, and they have to SEE my review posted, as verification, before they could give me that drink. I went with a party that consisted of children so I said I'd write the review another day, as I didn't want that soju drink. Now, I wonder if I had not given a 5-star review then, would I have gotten that soju drink.

Amazing place for celebrating for a large group! Tasty food and lots of side dish! They also have a private karaoke and open karaoke bar! We love Joseph !!

Great barbecue, great service, great drinks, great vibe! 10/10 reccomend if you are in the area (or even if you need to walk a bit!

Service was quick and efficient. Food portions were generous and fresh. Super delicious. I ordered the kimchi jjigae and the broth was flavorful but not too overpowering with the spice, just enough. The pork was super tender and the tofu was medium firm which was perfect. The scallion kimchi pancake exceeded my expectations. Over all very impressed. Very nice staff. Kim server is amazing and the manager.

Love this place. Great food, fun staff, always an awesome dinner. Meat is great quality, lots of wagyu, great accompaniments and a really fun time

My daughter took me here for my birthday with her friend and my granddaughter. It is best to make a reservation. There were four of us in total, so we sat at a large table in the back kitchen area. If you are a group or 4 or more people, the table in the back where we sat is the best. The service staff are efficient and friendly. We ordered Mini Seafood Pancake, Rib-eye Japchae, Vegetable Bibimbop, Bulgogi Bibimbop, Seafood Sundubu Jjigae...some Korean drinks. After added Mini Kimchee Pancake. I had a veggies bulgogi but something tast missing. Only mini pancakes are yummy. I asked the other three people about their impressions of the food in the same way. They also thought it was okay. I guess I should have had the BBQ, but I'll try next time.

they take reservations on their website and is highly recommended during midweek, lunches or dinners. The staff is really great and friendly. Consistent menu hardly ever changes. all the Bonchon that comes with your meals are great and they will always refill if you want it. definitely recommend trying the Korean barbecue special that can feed 4 to 5 people for sure gives you a chance to try a little bit of everything from the menu, including dumplings, tofu soup, all different types of meat. my favorite meat was a Bulgogi marinated beef. The only warning is you will leave smelling like barbecue. If you come in the winter, you're able to put your coats in the bench seating underneath.

We really enjoyed the BBQ here! The combo was excellent--especially the Wagyu and pork, which were both fresh and juicy. Great food and friendly service. Highly recommend!

This is the second time I came here for a team building event which was nice.  They had a deal where you could get a free sake bomb if you wrote a review for the restaurant (they didn't specify that it needed to be a certain rating just to write one so there's that).  We ordered Korean BBQ to share as a team and had the following: chicken wings, a small seafood pancake (haemul pajun), fried dumplings appetizer, steamed egg, some banchan (sides and pickles) and assorted meats to BBQ (included pork and beef). The seating in Gunbae is decent for larger groups though you sit at a longer table.  We had two grills for our party and were able to eat at a relatively leisurely pace.  Staff is reasonably attentive and checked in with us.  Overall, the food was tasty and the spread ended up being just enough for the group (though we weren't stuffed).  The only minor ding I would say is that the banchan are fairly small portion wise and they don't give as many (I thought they'd bring at least 2 of each for our party size): we had mac salad, pickled jalapenos, kimchi, and broccoli when we went. The sake bomb deal is nice for social outings so be on the lookout for that when you go!  A solid option for the area (location is sort of key since there's a lack of Korean in the vicinity) but there are better options in Ktown.

Amazing spot. Great ambiance and authentic yummy bbq. The banchan are very tasty. Our server was prompt and friendly.

Got a great deal through Pulsed. I enjoyed the Korean side dishes so much, I now have kimchi in the house lol The service was very attentive. And the restaurant itself was beautifully appointed. The food was great and of course it be in Korean barbecue. it was important that the service in cooking the food at the table was excellent as well, and it was. I would definitely go back here again on the right deal.

This place delivers total satisfaction. The flavors they create are perfect! Every staff member helps appropriately, and every dish tastes fresh and good. Staff members delivered swift, capable, and cordial service. This place deserves perfect marks.

I've dined in and gotten delivery from here before! Recommend eating at the actual restaurant if you can though because they don't give as much banchan (side dishes) in the delivery bag. Food: - Rib-eye japchae: Delicious and fresh tasting! Perfect ratio of beef, noodles, and veggies. I couldn't finish the whole portion, so I packed this and the rest of the banchan to enjoy later. - Kimchi Jjigae: Hearty stew with kimchi, tofu, and pork. I liked that the actual broth was thicker and not as watered down as some of the other restaurants. Service/Ambiance: Came for lunch by myself during the work week, so there were actually a few other people eating by themselves or small groups for lunch break. Service was great, and the food came out quickly! Place is modern and has a trendy vibe to it. Overall: I would def go back when I'm in the area for Korean food!

You won't leave hungry. I tried this cozy Korean restaurant yesterday and ordered a nice glass of cab with bulgogi bibimbap. They brought out plenty of sides and the bibimbap was pretty good. Loved the cab. Nice atmosphere and service. I had to ask for a to go box!

Alright- good was nice and hot and fresh- but the service was so slow- they forgot my beer order and it took a half an hour for anyone to notice we were done and we had to ask them to pay our tab. The busboy gave a waiter our credit card and he just kept cooking and did t even acknowledge us. The food was fresh as I said , but the wait staff was not.

We had a terrific dinner here, and the staff was terrific. So glad to find this in the neighborhood.

Decent spot to grab affordable pre-show eats before a performance at PAC. The Mini Seafood Pancake was tasty, but the Kalbi Tang and Mandu-Guk (pork) were both pretty bland and unseasoned. Points for serving 4+ types of ban chan, though.

Gunbae is a great spot for Korean BBQ and has karaoke in the basement if you want to keep the night going longer. My favorite dishes were: bulgogi, wagyu kalbi and seafood pancake, id also suggest getting rice or a noodle to go with all the meat. The place is a good size, 4 is a good size group to bring so you can try different dishes and fit comfortably at a table. However it's also good for big groups, just call in advanced - I did this when we had a work event.

A Korean BBQ eatery in downtown Manhattan, this is more of a place to eat in, with karaoke and table-cooked BBQ. There are many Korean BBQ dishes to choose from.

This was originally a 2 star review... But the manager came over, completely understood, and then offered a refund for the two meats. As a fellow Korean, he immediately recognized how foreign it is to cook pork and beef together and how damaging it can be to both the flavor profile and the kbbq experience. I come here practically daily and adore the ambience, the jazz music, the delicious stews, and the juicy meats. I'm so happy the situation was resolved because I truly love Gunbae. ---------- Original Review I usually adore Gunbae. Delicious meat, amazing ambience. But as a traditional Korean, and also as a consumer spending $40 on one singular serving of meat, I would like to taste the full flavor profile of the meat I'm eating. It is very frowned upon to cook pork and beef together in Korean culture. Not only is there cross-contamination issues, but the flavor profiles are often muddied by one another. Not a problem if it's cheaper meat, but for expensive and high quality meat like Gunbae boasts, it feels like a total waste of money. Additionally, the wait staff kept rushing us. With a $200 check, I would like to sit and enjoy my meal. Incredibly disappointed.

Service is phenomenal! Comes with some side dishes and lettuce. On the pricey side but very delicious

The meals tasted fresh, the staff treated us well, and everything met our expectations. Their team creates trusting interactions. Their cooking produces tasty dishes in generous amounts. They cook great food in a modest-sized space. The restaurant delivers with expertise.

great neighborhood kbbq spot. love the chill vibes and atmosphere. staff is so friendly amazing meat and great quality food. allergy friendly. im celiac and felt supported and loved.

Food and service is great! We are celebrating birthday and continuing to karaoke downstairs! Love the combo food and the pancake seafood!

Was able to come in without a reservation on July 4th weekend. The meat quality was fairly decent and I enjoyed the food! It also wasn't too crowded which is a plus for good kBBQ in NYC!

5 stars. Friendly staff and attentive waiters. Highly recommend. The decor was cozy and welcoming.

Outstanding service here! We came towards the end of the business hours, but the server gladly seated us and checked in often on the experience. We were in the mood for some Korean BBQ, but a minimum of two dishes were required, which would have been too much food for the two of us. So we opted for a seafood pancake, bibimbop, and jap che to share. The portions were generous and tasted delicious.

I love GunBae! Really great kbbq spot. The meat tasted like high quality cuts. The service was really great. And it seemed very nice inside! Would definitely come back

Incredible Korean restaurant ! The bibimbaps undeniable and the service is extremely pleasant. Family friendly also + karaoke downstairs

This is the worst dining experience I have ever had! I am not sure the man stand in front desk is the owner or what, his behavior is the worst at all the time. We pay 20 percent of gratuities and he doesn't even help my mother to open the door when she carried the stroller walking out. And I asked for the sauce not spicy, he said have you tried? I said not yet. He arrogantly told me "try first ". The food and environment is ok, but with his manners, it just downgraded. Over all, I don't suggest this place, it doesn't deserve the high ranking on the app.

We loved our server and all the gluten-free options for a really fun overall experience!

Foods great and ventilations effective so u don't stink Plus I get a free drink for posting

I've got no clue what half the stuff I've ordered really is supposed to taste or look like, much less how to pronounce their names. But Gunbae is outstanding! Good-sized portions, tasty food (including great hot sauce), etc. The guy at the front has been welcoming every time I've been there. I don't have Korean food often, but when I do Gunbae is the go-to. There's karaoke downstairs, but I've never tried it and have only ordered takeout. Great job, Gunbae!

Honestly, I'd give GunBae in Tribeca five stars. We didn't eat too much, but we did try the dumplings, and they were absolutely delicious, so much so that we ended up ordering another round! We had a bottle of wine, and my girlfriend really enjoyed her sangria. The location is convenient, and while there was a little construction nearby, it wasn't an issue at all. The service was fast and great. Overall, I really liked it and would highly recommend it!

Excellent food with fantastic service. Not only was the staff really friendly and willing to help, they guided us through the whole meal, cooking our food and explaining what it was and the best way to eat it. I think this is a great place for large parties and can't wait to try their karaoke.

Immaculate vibes and excellent service! We came to celebrate with co-workers. Ready for happy hour!

Don't worry about the environment because the food is really delicious and the service is great

Pretty casual and chill spot. Bench seatings were very spacious. Service was very attentive and efficient. They grill the meats for you. We got the wagyu beef (melts in your mouth) and the server asks how you want the beef cooked. The pork belly was not too fatty and not too thick. The Korean wings had a good crunch and not overly salty. The sides are unlimited (like most Korean spots). We came on a Sat around 230pm so there were plenty of seatings.

Very delicious food! Very good and authentic beef, steak, dumplings. Good service that helps you cook the beef.