Kim Jong Smokehouse

Korean barbecue restaurant · Northwest District

Kim Jong Smokehouse

Korean barbecue restaurant · Northwest District

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413 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209

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Innovative Korean-American BBQ, bibimbap, pork buns, & beer  

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413 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 Get directions

+1 971 373 8990

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Korean-American Barbecue Spot Kim Jong Smokehouse Has Closed on NW 21st - Eater Portland

"Top Chef alum BJ Smith continues to consolidate his restaurant empire: After closing his Vancouver barbecue shop and Coney Island hot dog restaurant, the chef has now called it quits in Northwest Portland, shuttering one location of Kim Jong Smokehouse. Started as a collaboration between Kim Jong Grillin’s Han Ly Hwang, restaurateur Earl Ninsom, and Smith, the restaurant specialized in bibimbap with American-Korean barbecue, from gochujang-rubbed pulled pork to galbi beef brisket. Originally, the restaurant was Smokehouse 21, BJ Smith’s original barbecue restaurant — he decided to bring the concept he’d developed with Hwang and Ninsom to the NW 21st space." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden

https://pdx.eater.com/2019/9/19/20874170/kim-jong-smokehouse-closing-top-burmese-restaurant-opening
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Smokehouse Provisions Will Become a Coney Island Hot Dog Spot in Vancouver - Eater Portland

"Smith’s barbecue fans can find versions of his smoked meats at Kim Jong Smokehouse in Northwest Portland, though those dishes have a distinctly Korean influence." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden

https://pdx.eater.com/2019/3/1/18246657/smittys-original-coney-island-opening-vancouver-smokehouse-provisions-closing
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Portland’s 2019 Restaurant and Bar Closings - Eater Portland

"Kim Jong Smokehouse, the Korean-meets-American barbecue spot in Northwest Portland, closed in mid-September." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden

https://pdx.eater.com/2019/1/15/18183911/2019-portland-restaurant-closures
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zachery andrich

Google
*Wing week 2018*- The pork bun, maubai, and the wings were all killer. The wings had a kick that grew over time but was controlled by the subtle but everso pleasent smokey undertones. The spicy had flavor also, pair that with the kimchi-ranch and this is yet another winning dish. All around kickass place that will make you consider ordering some to take home halfway through the meal *burger week 2018* the sliders were delightful with great buns, sauce and all around feel. They went with American chez which isn't real cheese but that being the only mark down isn't enough to keep me from coming back

Michael Horne

Google
Great little place, tasty. We did the bowl + Galbi short rib, I like the KJG Gochujang sauce, but all are great. Pulled pork steamed bun is delicious.

Joe Udo

Google
We dropped by for burger week and was disappointed. The burger had a split hot dog, kimchi, and gochujang sauce. The patty was overcooked. Then the rest of the stuff made the burger too salty. Their regular menu is usually pretty good, though.

Ryan

Google
Small little joint that’s great for their bibimbaps. The kimchi trio is a LOT of kimchi, so make sure you’re sharing if you order it!

George

Google
I tried the pulled pork bun and bowl. The meat was deliciously smokey, way more than half the "bbq" places I have been to. I was quiet pleasantly surprised. They also have two great ipa's so it was a hit for me. The sauces are on display to taste before ordering which is a bonus. I would for sure recommend popping in here to sit down or take out if in the area.

Ralph Risch

Google
One of the most remarkable meals I have eaten. From the citron Soju to the kimchi flight to the happy family (three meat entree) each of the flavors was unique in my experience and amazingly good. If you get the Happy Family, try each meat with its adjacent sauce. They are perfectly paired.

Nathaniel W

Google
Quick service, great food, great customer service. Enjoy your chop sticks! "Dessert" is spelled incorrectly.

Paddy Gil

Google
First time here, and heading back to Asia, so maybe the only time. I hate to give 5 stars on one visit, but my bibimbap with smoked pork was amazing.