KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Korean restaurant · Philadelphia

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Korean restaurant · Philadelphia

789 Franklin Mills Cir, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Highlights

Informal operation with multiple TV screens & a contemporary ambiance offering cook-your-own meals.

789 Franklin Mills Cir, Philadelphia, PA 19154 Get directions

thekpot.com

@kpotbbqandhotpot

$$$ · Menu

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@infatuation

"KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in the Northeast and South Philly is one of those modern Korean BBQ spots—endless lists of sake, a neon-lit bar, and a digital grill and hot plate with more buttons than a graphing calculator. All three locations of the chain restaurant have large booths and tables where you can fit your entire Happy Hour crew or friends who want to eat soup that will make them feel impervious to frigid temperatures. The menu is wide-ranging—it has everything from prime brisket and shrimp dumplings to lotus root and fresh phở noodles. Bring a group for a last-minute lunch or dinner that won’t break the bank. $20.99 for lunch and $30.99 for dinner Get the mango long island iced tea. It’s guzzleable (which can be a good or bad thing)" - candis mclean

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@infatuation

"KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in the Northeast is one of those modern Korean BBQ spots—endless sake lists, a neon-lit bar, and a digital grill with as many buttons as a graphing calculator. The chain restaurant, located near the Franklin Mills Mall, has large booths and long rectangular tables where you can fit your entire Happy Hour crew or every grill-dad-in-training in your friend group. The menu is massive and wide-ranging—it has everything from smoked garlic pork belly and spicy baby octopus to seasoned pumpkins and oyster mushrooms. Bring your friends for a last-minute meal and you’ll be in for your life's only rewarding group project. video credit: NICOLE GUGLIELMO" - Candis R. McLean

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"K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot has locations in South Philly, the Northeast, and near Franklin Mills, all of which are usually packed with friends dipping fish cakes into spicy Szechuan broth and trying not to burn bulgogi beef. But the busiest and most energetic location is the one on Oregon Ave. The place doubles as a sports bar for the grilling-obsessed, and wait times can be over an hour. But once you're in, you and your friends can go wild with bubbling broths, DIY sizzled meats, and a mango Long Island iced tea." - alison kessler, candis mclean

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"“You get all the food you want. You can have anything you want and as much as you want. And then you can make all the sauces. You feel like you are really the chef there, honestly. I don't know how they did it, but they basically make you pay to cook your own food. And you love every second of it, and you go, ‘yes, please.’ It’s kind of one of my favorite places to eat in general. You get every single thing that you could possibly want, and there's no limits. I'm not only polyamorous and pansexual, but I'm also a supreme omnivore. And I want all of it. I want it all.”" - candis mclean

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Darius Gbaa

Google

Actually, it was my girlfriend who introduced me to Korean food since she likes them, but I tell you my first experience was awesome. The waitress, don’t remember her name was very kind and helpful as she assisted us through selection and preparing the Korean food. At first everything was new to me, but after I got my first taste of the Korean BBQ and hot pot, it felt like “man, you gotta come back😊.” The diner was quite expensive but worth the price as you get to choose whatever you want. Would recommend this for a group, like a family. But if it is you alone or you and someone else, get the lunch. But I will keep coming back!! Good food and good customer service 😇.

Zaira Reyta

Google

I'm debating whether or not to post this. However, it still bothers me now. Although the servers are quite accommodating when it comes to changing my soup, the Japanese miso soup has been boiling for about an hour and imagine this creature was there too. I believe there is an infestation in their kitchen and they have to really check it. I'm kinda disappointed since this kpot spot is my favorite.

m. deleo

Google

Love Kpot. The options are hot pot or grill, or both. The price is great, especially for the amount of food given. The menu is very easy to understand and has many options. It is great for adults and older kids only because the soup is right in front and very hot. You cook everything yourself. The drinks are paid separately, but you get free water. They have a bar section and a condiment section as well. Bring your own seasoning if you want, I do but they have different broth choices.

Alex Ruskina

Google

I was completely disappointed with my first visit. I love Korean cuisine. But H-Mart is a thousand times tastier and more enjoyable. The waitress didn't really explain anything... in the end we paid more than $80 for two and an empty table... she just said take your pick... I said I don't really understand here explain what I can take??? She responded by just taking your pick and that's it. I understand this is a complex, but I still don't understand how the price is formed in this establishment. We came at lunchtime and the price was $20.99, they calculated it at $30... I don't understand why and in principle it's not about the money. It's just that you can only make a first impression once. I wouldn't come back here just because of the service. They weren't expecting me there. And I don't recommend going if you haven't been to such establishments... they're unlikely to explain anything to you here.

unknown

Google

This exceeded my expectations! The food was amazing the staff were friendly and helpful. I would really recommend trying the jumbo shrimp and the salmon they were the best I have ever had. Everything had amazing flavor. Would recommend you trying out if you’ve been wanting! The only thing I would say is that you might have to wait a little, I came at 5 and only got to sit at 5:20. It might have been because it was Sunday.

Brian Mai

Google

This was my dozen visit to KPot. Just had time to write this review that’s been long overdue. We always get the combo of BBQ and hot pot. From the moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by the tantalizing aroma of sizzling meats and a warm and inviting ambience. One of the standout features of this restaurant was its extensive food selection. The variety of meats available for Korean BBQ was truly remarkable, ranging from succulent beef bulgogi and marinated pork belly to tender chicken and flavorful seafood. The quality of the ingredients was top-notch, ensuring each bite was a delight for the taste buds. Moreover, the hot pot offerings were equally impressive, with an array of fresh vegetables, seafood, and delectable broths to choose from. The ability to customize my dining experience according to my preferences was a definite highlight. What truly set this restaurant apart, however, was the exceptional service provided by the staff. The waitstaff was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive throughout my entire dining experience. They were more than willing to guide me through the menu, make recommendations based on my preferences, and ensure that all my needs were met. The servers were quick to refill our drinks, change out the grill, and offer assistance whenever required, making us feel pampered and well taken care of. Another commendable aspect of this establishment was the reasonable price point. Given the quality and variety of the food on offer, I was pleasantly surprised by how affordable the overall dining experience was. It is rare to find a restaurant that offers such high-quality ingredients and attentive service without breaking the bank. This combination of delicious food, excellent service, and reasonable prices makes it an outstanding value for money. In conclusion, my visit to KPot was an absolute delight. The remarkable food selection, attentive service, and reasonable prices all contributed to a truly memorable dining experience. Whether you're a fan of Korean BBQ or hot pot, this establishment is sure to leave you satisfied and craving for more. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking an exceptional culinary adventure.

Arisleydy Castillo

Google

Wooow!! This was beyond what she thought. The staff were super friendly, attentive and helpful, the food was fantastic. We will definitely be back. We love it!

Star Star

Google

The food and price was absolutely great, the service was fantastic thanks to the great staff especially our waist Richard! He was so cool! Even the bathrooms were beautiful, clean, smelled great and every step lock worked! We were heated with pleasant smiles from start to end. The food was fresh, cold and ready to bbq. Everything came out soo fast. It will definitely my new goto spot I had lunch, bbq and hot pot $24.99 who can beat that and the selection was perfect for my palate lots to choose from!

Wei M.

Yelp

Getting back to KPot after many other visits. This was my dozen visit to KPot. Just had time to write this review that's been long overdue. We always get the combo of BBQ and hot pot. Although this has been open for a while, I don't think the quality has decline at all. One of the standout features of this restaurant was its extensive food selection. The variety of meats available for Korean BBQ was truly remarkable, ranging from beef bulgogi and marinated pork belly to tender chicken and flavorful seafood. The quality of the ingredients was top-notch. Moreover, the hot pot offerings were equally impressive, with an array of fresh vegetables, seafood, and delectable broths to choose from. The ability to customize my dining experience according to my preferences was a definite highlight. Although it feels like I am eating less and less each time I come because maybe I am not able to eat as much I used to. Ha What truly set this restaurant apart, however, was the exceptional service provided by the staff. The waitstaff were knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive throughout my entire dining experience. They were more than willing to guide me through the menu, make recommendations based on my preferences, and ensure that all my needs were met. The servers were quick to refill our drinks, change out the grill, and offer assistance whenever required. They recently added tablet ordering which makes some of the dining experience better. Food comes out even quicker without flagging down your waiter/waitress. Another commendable aspect of this establishment was the reasonable price point. Given the quality and variety of the food on offer. This combination of delicious food, excellent service, and reasonable prices makes it an outstanding value for money. In conclusion, I've been to KPot many times over the year and haven't been disappointed yet. Although I do hope they can install individual ventilation at each table where you don't smell like grilled steak after dining.

Gina F.

Yelp

I always have a great time at kpot! Great vibes. Their selection of produce and meats are always fresh. Their sauce bar is kept very neat. Servers are polite and helpful. Tip: Lettuce Wrap everything and add their kimchi.

Simer C.

Yelp

Ambiance: (5/5) Great seating and it's very clean. Price: (3/5) The price was decent but it is not well advertised. If you got hot pot + KBBQ is an extra $6 per person. Food: (4/5) They have a great selection for dinner meats. For hot pot I got the Thai Tom yum that had great seasoning and I add a bunch of veggies, gyoza, Kobe beef, and pork belly. My favorite was the Kobe beef and gyoza. By the time we got to the meats we only tried spicy beef and spicy chicken bulgogi. Both were really well seasoned. I would suggest started with KBBQ so you don't fill up on noodles. They had a few sides. I really liked the kimchi. The popcorn chicken is not worth trying, there is hardly any seasoning and they were a bit soggy. At the end there is a fruit bar which I haven't seen at other KBBQ places. Service: (4/5) Good service, I just think they should explain pricing and the process a bit better.

Emily C.

Yelp

Sunday evening 5:30pm, place was already busy party of 2 dined in, we opted in for both hotpot and bbq, again, my favorite hotpot place in philly! Quality of meat and taste were pretty good and I think it's really worthy of the price! Ayce food!

Gerald S.

Yelp

The snow was falling when we 5 arrived at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in the Philadelphia Mills huge shopping center. We were celebrating my son's birthday and he chose the restaurant, apparently from past experience. We sat at a booth in back, with hot plate for BBQ built into the table, and smaller placements for individual hot pots. We opted for the combo AYCE and had all the heat sources turned on high as we jumped into boiling up the hot pot base and the center grill. It was obvious that the young man and his brother were gung ho, as they ordered plate after plate of beef, lamb and salmon for the barbee and thin sliced meats, veggies and large shrimp for the hotpot. Oh! I forgot to mention several plates of blue crab also were delivered to our table. I guess I should admit that I have issues with the AYCE business model. The one price invites gluttony and waste, and a general departure of modesty and appreciation that given the state of the world, we shouldn't flaunt our excesses. But, that's just me. The rest of the fam went to town like they hadn't eaten in weeks. They loved it, while I ate what I wanted and stopped when full. They continued on for another hour. This is not to say that the food on our table wasn't good. From what I consumed, I was pleased with the quality of the meat and seafood. The DIY Sauce Bar was clever and offered large variety. Watching birthday boy work the grill with aplomb was a joy. He knew what he was doing. The Szechuan base for my hotpot was spicy enough to chase all chills away and start my nose running. That is part of the full experience, after all. Service was excellent all the way. It seemed my kid knew our server, as they kept calling each other, "Bro." When he found out it was son's birthday, we discovered that KPOT would take 50% off his order. Nice touch! The last memorable image I have of that evening was the sight of spouse and sons tearing apart the boiled crab to suck out tiny morsels of crabmeat. They were fine young cannibals. For me, this would suffice as a once in a lifetime moment. Knowing how much enjoyment the others had, I expect that it won't be. When all was said and done, we had run up a bill of a few hundred bucks, our fingers and lips were greasy, and everyone needed a nap.

Malikah U.

Yelp

One of my favorite restaurants. Sometimes there's a wait, so be prepared for that, and be willing to wait. All of the options are delicious. Be sure to spend the extra $5 for hot pot and bbq, otherwise you'll get one. I love catching the lunch option which is a few dollars cheaper and doesn't include some of the dinner options. The seating is comfy - soft booths, so your back and bum are comfy while you stuff your face. Great place to eat with family and friends, but it's also a great place to enjoy a solo meal (which is my preferred way so I can be greedy in peace). Staff members are attentive. They'll swap your grill out (one day I was pushing it), change your soup base if you hate the one you've chosen, and answer questions. You better get the spicy beef bulgogi, and please do not waste your food. I ask for half portions because I want everything, but if I order as-is, I'll be full on three or four items.

Angel C.

Yelp

Definitely the best hotpot restaurant around the Philly area. I recommend both the hotpot and bbq here. The soups are really flavorful and delicious. The food quality of hotpot additives is fine--it's the same stuff you can get at the Asian market yourself. The soup is definitely what makes it! On the other hand, the quality of bbq meats are great! All of their marinated pork bellies are ordered when we come!

Raquel W.

Yelp

Had lunch here and it did not disappoint. I was so caught up in a conversation catching up with a friend I forgot to take food pics- tragic!!! Had the lunch special for the bbq which was $20 and it was amazing. Had a combination of spicy beef bologi (omg delicious) shrimp, garlic chicken, pork belly, a combination of veggies and rice. It was absolutely delicious. I really appreciated that they changed the grills so frequently, so we avoided having grills that were badly burned. Restaurant was beautiful inside- lots of parking. Service was great. I really enjoyed lunch here.

Sofia L.

Yelp

I have been itching to try a korean hot pot/kbbq spot for a VERY long time. I am so glad that this was my first experience. In today's economy it is difficult to find a restaurant/business in which you are happy to spend your money and feel that what you are receiving for the price you are paying is fair. This place is BEYOND fair. You leave BEYOND fed and full. This was one of the most pleasurable dining experiences I have ever enjoyed, if not the best. I was shocked to learn that the menu was all you can eat. Everything was beyond AMAZING. We visited on a Friday evening around dinner time. Despite the parking lot & dining rooms being packed full, we did not have to wait more than two minutes for our party of four to be seated. Our server was incredibly attentive to our needs, as well as more than happy to fulfill our requests. The food was out of this world. We ordered many things from each category of the menu, including the ribeye steak which was a gorgeously marbled entire cut of ribeye. The beef bulgogi was seasoned beautifully. The vegetables were incredibly fresh and flavorful. I ordered the KPOT house soup base despite not really knowing what to expect, and it was absolutely DELICIOUS. The seating setups are very comfortable, which is something I appreciate a lot. Everything was very clean & stocked. The bathrooms were seriously one of the cleanest public restrooms I have ever seen. The price per person was unbelievably reasonable, especially given the fact that everything is truly all you can eat and the quality of meat was pristine. I was fully expecting our bill to be triple what it was. The food was fresh, nourishing, & felt good to eat! We left VERY full and VERY happy. This place is truly a gem. I have thought about this experience every day since I have visited, and I truly cannot wait to return!

Neferteri G.

Yelp

Went here again recently with a group of six. The wait was much shorter this time, only about 25 min. It was still pretty busy even though we went on a Thursday around 7:30. I really enjoy their food. The spicy choices are always just the right amount of spice. The food is always nice and fresh.

Inessa B.

Yelp

Got food poisoning. After watching interactions, the restaurant is not clean and not up to OSHA standards.

Yuliya ..

Yelp

I love the food at KPOT it's delicious and nutritious!!! Thank you so much for cooking such a delicious meal for me;)

Kaliah B.

Yelp

First time and definitely won't be my last! Only thing I didn't like was of course the wait time for just two people-which was an 1 1/2. You can pick and choose the meats you want for the grill and/or hot pot. I was surprised they served alcohol, however I won't be purchasing anymore drinks as that drink was more juice opposed to an alcoholic beverage. I'll also be mindful of the amount of food I pick next time

Pam C.

Yelp

Everything was amazing!!! From our waiter to the fresh food! It was our first time and I can't wait to go back! The ambience was really nice!

Claudine R.

Yelp

Busy Friday night but great value and great food!! It's loud and it's smells good food! Love the hotpot and Korean bbq... so worth paying $35 per person. So, bring your appetite and enjoy but make sure not to waste any food, order what you can only eat. Beef bulgogi is delicious and they have the best kimchi! And just beware, you'll leave smelling like food... your clothes, your hair, everything.

Michael G.

Yelp

My wife and friends of ours decided to try KPot Hot Pot and BBQ this evening. We had heard good things about it and your Yelp reviews were positive, so we gave it a go. There's two options; soup (Hot Pot) or BBQ. Each table has an individual heater for your broth of which there were many choices (see my menu photos). Then it's unlimited pile on the meats, veggies, seafood, etc. which you toss in your pot and it cooks rather quickly. We spent the extra $5 each for both the hot pot and BBQ. For BBQ, there's a center circular grill that you cook your choices on. Again, unlimited all you can eat, and a huge amount of choices. We went with smorgasbords of supreme gluttony as the saying goes, eyes bigger than your stomachs. We tried it all: meats, seafoods, veggies. Nothing we had was outstanding, but all was very tasty and fresh. The service to bring the food was lightening fast. Mixed drinks were not that great; get a beer instead. I'm surprised we were able to roll out of there. No reservations needed unless you're a really large party. The parking lot seems to always be filled so a lot of people like this place. Two hour time limit for the all you can eat. For the four of us with drinks, it came to $54 each including tax and tip. Service was very friendly. We'd come back, but probably only for one or the other, not both BBQ and hot pot.

Jenny K.

Yelp

The short ribs were to die for. The kimchee was good and so were the sauces. The hot pot was not worth it. I hate that the hostess sat us by the kitchen. Our waiter was excellent. He was hard to find at the end when we tried to pay and leave. Paying $ 35.00 per person was a bit steep. I felt very rushed because the music they were playing was so loud and fast. It definitely gets very hot at the table because of the BBQ grill. You leave smelling like Korean BBQ when you leave. My car still smells of Korean BBQ after 6 hours of not being in it. Don't eat any rice if you want to get your moneys worth.

Monica C.

Yelp

My visit to Kpot Korean barbecue was to celebrate my birthday last November, and it was a memorable event, even though it was just a couple people from work. The place was super organized and very clean and the staff was very coordinated and if one person did not have the answer they would reach out to another server and they would Speak about what the question was about, which I really appreciated because it was my first time at Korean barbecue and Kapot so I had lots and lots of questions and different information that I just needed to find out about. It was very fascinating and quite the experience to taste all the different types of foods that you could get my favorite was the huge shrimps, which were more like prawns, and I really liked the pork cheek. I got the herbs which was very frothy and really flavorful. I like the cold salad bar and I was really impressed at the different offerings and they had something for everyone. I know it was my birthday, so I did not pay for this, however, I found that the prices were a little on the high side, but then again, I feel like you get what you pay for. We had tons of food left over and it was remarkably delicious. Everything had its own little vibe and flavor and I really appreciated this. We spent quite a bit of time there and I saw them cleaning, and the staff was always making sure that everybody was fully supportive, they are truly the definition of teamwork this place runs like a oil machine I feel like it is definitely worth the money because there was so much food that came out and also the portion size was very large so you did get a lot of food for the money that it costsI would definitely try again with friends because my husband is not a fan of Korean barbecue

Fano J.

Yelp

I love the location in Virginia so we stopped by this one since we were in the area. No tablets for customers but the service is fast and attentive. Sebastian took great care of us and provided top notch service.

Mars A.

Yelp

I went here today with my wife for her birthday and everything was amazing. Cooking your own food at a restaurant for the first time was amazing too. The best part was it was all you can eat. I would definitely recommend this restaurant, especially for a special occasion.

Aliza K.

Yelp

I've been to KPot so many times at both locations and they never disappoint. It's all you can eat. You can chose between doing straight BBQ or just soup or you can get both. The all you can eat allows you to pick anything you'd like on the menu. You get to chose your broth for your soup. There are different options for noodles,meats, veggies and seafood. This location is near Philadelphia mills. They have their own parking lot and is full bar. Would recommend to everyone

Dejah D.

Yelp

I can't say I loved it here or that I'll be back anytime soon. I've been spoiled with other Korean BBQ places in Philly so it's hard to compete with that... Anywho, first time dining here with my family and I don't think any of us loved the food honestly. There was almost an hour wait, so we killed time over at D&B. Once we returned and were sat at the table, it took our server forever to come by and acknowledge us; service was still slow after he did... Maybe we just caught them on a bad day, after all it was a Saturday. I like that you can order pretty much however much you want, but the options for kids weren't really exciting. I ordered a coconut mojito and it was not my favorite--I thought it would have actual coconut milk in it and stuff but no it was like coconut rum instead--Very strong too, and I'm a fruity, cute cocktail kind of girl so this was the first and last drink that I ordered here. Idk guys, I'm in no rush to return here but if you're in the area try it for yourself that's all I can say.

Tori F.

Yelp

Came here for the first time with friends and enjoyed every moment. The food was to die for and so fun to cook! The sauce bar has a lot of options and it was fun to make my own dipping sauce combo. The Thai Tom Yum broth was the perfect amount of spice that didn't overwhelm the meal, but I'd prob opt for a non-spicy broth next time. Great price for AYCE and only $5 more to add KBBQ. The BBQ meats were my favorite part. Looking forward to my next visit to try other foods!

Ming L.

Yelp

Pretty amazing food and great service. One of the best All you can eat KBBQ and Hotpot restaurants around. We have been here at least 2x now. Restaurant: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Parking: Limited (free) parking especially on weekends. But plenty of parking across the street outside the mall. -Restaurant- The restaurant itself is pretty big, there's always K-pop music playing if you are Kpop fan. The restaurant has option to order drinks and specialty cocktails (even while you're waiting for a table). For the most part, the restaurant is very clean as well as the tables and chairs. Except the bathroom situation, could be cleaner. This restaurant does not offer Reservations unless you have a big group, which requires security deposits. -Service- During our recent visit, our waitress (Nikki) is very friendly. Never once interrupted us experience. It can be troublesome for guests when KBBQ restaurant waitress just start cooking for you as if they are rushing to get you out the door. But Nikki only came back to change the grill and check if we needed anything else, very professional. NOTE: They will offer to cook for you, if it is your first time and you do not feel comfortable in cooking it yourself or burn your food. -Food- It is all you can eat KBBQ or Hotpot or both. We decided to go with KBBQ only since it is quite warm outside, I recommend only trying hotpot if it is cold outside. In terms of the menu. there's plenty of selections. Their beef bulgogi is our absolute favorite (Had to order that twice), extremely flavorful and tender. On top of the items you can order off the menu, there's also a sauce bar where you can try different sauces for any non-marinated cuts of beef, pork or any seafood items. NOTE: Also keep in mind, before you go order everything off the menu, they will charge for extra for any excess food you do not finish to avoid food waste. And there is 2 hour dining limit. Overall it's always great experience visiting this restaurant, highly recommended if you want to try or crave KBBQ and Hotpot.

Jesse H.

Yelp

Crowded. Odd ordering system but once the food comes, the hot pot experience is loads of fun.

Cathy W.

Yelp

I don't even know how many times I have eaten at Kpot already. This place is just great! Got my hot pot craving satisfy and even my kbbq from time to time. Although kbbq i feel like their galbi isn't as great as those authentic kbbq places, but definitely not bad. I love their pork cheeks too!! And you can order steaks with kbbq!! As for their hot pot, they have a variety of soup base to choose from and plenty of food for that as well. They got a nice sauce bar for you to choose and mix as you like. Next to the sauce bar is the dessert bar with fruits, salad, jello, and two soupy desserts. There's is a bar for customers to grab drinks. You can even hot pot at the bar too. Many cocktails you can order. Got a decent size parking lot, but they are PACK during dinner time! You might even have to end up waiting for parking spots, or park across the road at like the D&B parking lot. Yes the Dave & Buster is literally right across from this location.

Ellen Z.

Yelp

Good food. Good service. Good hot pot experience. It was the first time I tried the restaurant. Nice spot.

Adam S.

Yelp

Wow! I absolutely LOVE Korean food. Having been to Korea more than once, I have fairly high expectations. KPot was EXCELLENT! There was a 30 minute wait at 5PM on a Saturday but the staff cleared tables quickly. We opted for the unlimited BBQ and skipped the hot pot. Our waiter was friendly and super on the ball. Drink had a sip or two left and he was there with a refill. Last piece of meat went on the grill and he was there asking if we wanted to order more. The food was delicious! We only tried about 10 items but they were all good. I'd skip the seafood next time which was fine, but not great. The kimchi and kimchi radish bonchon were awesome. I do wish they had more choices though. Total for 2 adults and 2 kids with tip was ~$120. Can't wait for the Newark DE location to open so we can go more often.

Tyler Y.

Yelp

I've been to this place a dozen times and every time it exceeds my expectations. The food is so good and everyone can make their own sauce. The service is fantastic and the hot pot is always so good. Don't forget about the decoration, it is on point. Would definitely recommend.

Erfan Z.

Yelp

Are you hungry? Try the Kpot BBQ option Stop by. Enjoyed the Beef Bulgogi and Angus Chuck Flap Tail Service was food! Ambiance friendly and relaxing Good music Family friendly Deliciousness in meat Just make sure you order what you eat only! You get butter, your choice of meat and veggies. Then you cook it and eat with chopsticks Their sauce bar has 12+ sauces and 10+ seasonings for you to concoct your own sauce or choose from one of theirs

Michael L.

Yelp

In Philly for a weekend event and stopped in here because it was highly rated and only 5 minutes from our hotel. Philly just reimplemented its COVID vaccine compliance policy and we saw some folks turned away due to documentation, so we were seated immediately. Jason, our server was great and kept on recommending some great choices. We had the bulgogi, kalbi, squid, salmon, ribeye, enoki & oyster mushrooms, corn, zucchini, popcorn shrimp and many, many bonchon selections. The food kept coming and we ordered too much. Way too much. Everything was very good and we'd like to come here again just before next year's NY Marathon to ingest mass calories. The $28 price can't be beat for the quantity and quality. We ate too much. Way too much. Left happy.

rich c.

Yelp

Really liked this place. It is a all you can eat so you have to keep that in mind. Their place was very clean and they also do offer hotpot. You can just keep on ordering more and more of whatever you like. I didn't really care for the tuna but everything else was well seasoned and/or they had plenty of different sauces to try. The kimchee and other pickled accompaniments are ok and not bad, but you'll find better at other places. That's ok because they only fill you unnecessarily. All very reasonably priced, and we'll be back.

Gracey M.

Yelp

I know how important ratings are to a service-based business. So I'm mindful to be fair and quick to praise. Couple of things did not sit with me well in my latest visit: 1. Host-in-absentia: We walked in and found ourselves staring at an empty host booth as - four waiters congregated by the cashier area chatting away; - and two others by the bar ... with a friend that was drinking a beer. And chat they did! We kept looking around as employees strolled by. As if, in the absence of a host/ess no one else can take ownership. When finally someone from the cashiers booth strolled by, she took our names and informed us there would be a 15-20 minute wait. 2. Dirty sitting booth, slippery floors: There were dried noodles and food crumbles on the floor where we got sat. The least they could do real quick after a customer is out, is run a broom by their seating area, wipe down the table and disinfect. Shouldn't take more than 5 minutes at all. The floors... getting to the sauce bar is an extreme sport! And i was wearing Vans. Just make sure your shoes have good grip otherwise you and your sauces and things may find yourselves sprawled on the floor. Fix this please, KPOT!!!! 3. Waiter demeanor - Our waiter was aloof. Cold even. It was only an hour in so you couldn't excuse it for exhaustion or personal stuff. Particularly since we saw him chat up co-workers all over the place. We still gave him a great tip because we are generous. And we can. As we stood to leave he rushed to our table. The most sound (and it was animated) that we got from him was the "thank you, have a great day!" after (I presume) he saw the tip. So weird. No discretion there lol. Anyone else would have tipped less based on his behavior throughout our patronage. Anyway, I hope KPOT trains their employees to bring their "good service" chip on because hey, they work in the service industry. Unless you are having a bad day, this is your job... don't play mind games lol. Also, we are all grown up, professionalism is the word.

Victoria D.

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Cool place. Good food and a fun, different eating experience. Also very decently priced. I would definitely go back. My only critique is that the restaurant could be cleaner, but as it was a very busy Saturday night, I imagine they were too busy to keep up so I will let it pass this time.

Tapesh N.

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Kpot is often hard to mess up as long as you have fresh meat which this place does. I am taking off a star as the seems like their bartenders don't really know how it make drinks true to their natures such as the extremely muddled and pulled Old Fashion. Despite having a very fruity old fashion, the service was great and speedy and all the amenities are clean and provided upon request. Would come here with a larger group that enjoys family style dining.

Alyse J.

Yelp

Delicious food, fun atmosphere, and reasonable prices for all you can eat. We went with the Korean bbq (no hot pot) and got a ton of food. I do wish that they had other food items, maybe even a la carte, but I was thoroughly happy with my overall dining experience at KPOT. I like that they have a self serve station for the different sauces. Keep in mind they don't take reservations unless the party is of a certain size, but also our wait time was shorter than the hour they estimated(plus there are nearby shops to hang out in). An overall great restaurant and dining experience.

Shovon S.

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I have been to this kpot over 10 times. Never had any issues. Food is really good. The service is really good. Best hangout spot for me and my friends. This place gave me a whole new perspective to food. First time tried it and came back for more. I probably will be their customer forever.

Rancis R.

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Perfect spot for a group. Food was fresh and wait time wasn't long. Staff is also super attentive

Jack D.

Yelp

Work brought me to this section of town. Figured lunch would be a good idea. Got turned away elsewhere and this place looked inviting. Masked and respectful. Here I go. Seated quickly. Opted for the Hot Pot. Service was efficient and attentive. Jusssst right. Tom Yum broth. Cuz it's my fav. And Kobe beef n brisket. Plus a few other choices. All in all, it was a good meal. Nothing memorable. Honestly, the fruit bar was the highlight. The small strawberries were fragrant and to die for.

Marie F.

Yelp

Good food great selections. The tab is a bit higher than other places. Be careful bringing small children as the pots and table grills are hot.

AJ A.

Yelp

K-POT in North Philly is a go-to spot for a lot of folks in the area when it comes to KBBQ and hot pot and that reputation is well-deserved! I came here with a friend on a very busy Saturday night and were seated in around 30 minutes! We were placed in the queue and received text-confirmation as well as a phone call. First the text-confirmation to confirm that my number was correct and a text/call to call us. In those 30 minutes we enjoyed our time at the bar with their soju mojito (which I highly recommend). For an AYCE place, K-POT's quality is consistently high overall. I really liked their signature K-POT special soup as a base which was very flavorful. The one downside was that the dessert and sauce bar were pretty far from where we were sitting. If you're sitting at the end of the restaurant, don't fill your sauce tray too much or be prepared for some slip-n-slide action (a lesson learned by observing this happen irl ). Having said all that, when I'm back home in Philly I will 100% see myself back here. Until next time, K-POT Happy eating and take care, fam!

Marlene W.

Yelp

i purchased a gift card online on their website to give as a christmas gift. THE person who recieved the gift card was unable to use it! they were told that the restaurant does not take online gift cards. I attempted to get a refund but was not succesful. they told me that they do not take online gift cards. and were unable or unwilling to refund me the price i paid for it. now im out almost $50 and i still need to get a new gift for the person that i gave the gift card to. This is unaceptable why have a link to gift cards on your website if you wont honor them! I will never go to KPOT AGAIN nor will the person who was gifted the card nor their family. and they used to go alot and spend alot of money there. WE all will be taking our business elsewhere.

Jennie L.

Yelp

Great service, nice atmosphere, and lots to eat Korean BBQ and Hot pot. Will return to eat more.

Cin M.

Yelp

Food is excellent, staff is very friendly, and reasonably priced. Such a nice atmosphere too. Genuinely loved it.

Ke W.

Yelp

This KPOT was great! Our server was quick and attentive and unlike our last KPOT experience, we never had timing issues on when food was coming or with the soup/grill. In fact, we actually started to time how quickly they turned tables around because they just moved so fast. They cleaned up an entirely messy table in a minute and change! The food itself was good as usual, with slightly more premium options to match its slightly higher price. I can never get enough of the marinated meats!

Floran A.

Yelp

Great food and meat selection for both KBBQ and Hotpot. Service was excellent! Only thing I didn't like was the selection of bon chon which is only basically kimchi.

Starla S.

Yelp

Excellent restaurant will definitely go there again ambiance was great the staff was great the bathrooms are very clean and smelled good I will wait at Richard was awesome and very cool guy I love the way he fixed my watermelon lemonade definitely will be back the food came out extremely fast the price was great we got Korean barbecue and hot pot all for $ 24.99 a person doing lunch time! The food was nice and fresh they even have shrimp shumai and lobster balls I don't see that often.

Tiffany Solongo U.

Yelp

Very bad service. Our server didn't set up our table and I had to personally ask for every single thing such as, water, utensils, turning on the grill, our drinks. The meat quality is terrible. Never heard good comments about Kpot before but decided to try anyway however, I can see now. Would not recommend this place.

Owen R.

Yelp

Awesome food, great service, fair prices. Over all my friends and I had a great experience.

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Wooow!! This was beyond what she thought. The staff were super friendly, attentive and helpful, the food was fantastic. We will definitely be back. We love it!

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Got food poisoning. After watching interactions, the restaurant is not clean and not up to OSHA standards.

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I love the food at KPOT it's delicious and nutritious!!! Thank you so much for cooking such a delicious meal for me;)

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Everything was amazing!!! From our waiter to the fresh food! It was our first time and I can't wait to go back! The ambience was really nice!

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Jesse H.

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Crowded. Odd ordering system but once the food comes, the hot pot experience is loads of fun.

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Ellen Z.

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Good food. Good service. Good hot pot experience. It was the first time I tried the restaurant. Nice spot.

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Rancis R.

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Perfect spot for a group. Food was fresh and wait time wasn't long. Staff is also super attentive

Jack D.

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Marie F.

Yelp

Good food great selections. The tab is a bit higher than other places. Be careful bringing small children as the pots and table grills are hot.

AJ A.

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Jennie L.

Yelp

Great service, nice atmosphere, and lots to eat Korean BBQ and Hot pot. Will return to eat more.

Cin M.

Yelp

Food is excellent, staff is very friendly, and reasonably priced. Such a nice atmosphere too. Genuinely loved it.

Ke W.

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Floran A.

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Great food and meat selection for both KBBQ and Hotpot. Service was excellent! Only thing I didn't like was the selection of bon chon which is only basically kimchi.

Starla S.

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Owen R.

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Awesome food, great service, fair prices. Over all my friends and I had a great experience.

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