Woomadang

Korean barbecue restaurant · Redmond

Woomadang

Korean barbecue restaurant · Redmond

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8976 161st Avenue Northeast, Redmond, WA 98052, USA

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Authentic KBBQ with exceptional service, great music, and banchan  

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8976 161st Avenue Northeast, Redmond, WA 98052, USA Get directions

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$50–100

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8976 161st Avenue Northeast, Redmond, WA 98052, USA Get directions

+1 425 242 1639
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$50–100

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A spacious, independently owned AYCE specialist known for value and variety, with occasional specials and community-minded events. It’s a practical pick for big groups looking to linger at the grill and sample widely without leaving the Eastside.

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Susan Suh

Google
I ordered the Spicy Rice Stew, and it truly captured the authentic taste of Korea. Even though it was a busy weekend, the service was smooth and efficient thanks to the many attentive servers, so there wasn’t a single inconvenience. The restaurant is spotless and well-organized, with a live band that gives it the feel of a fine-dining experience. The ample parking is another big plus. Everything about this place deserves a perfect score.

Sean L

Google
Do not trust this place with your halal food! We were served pork and lied to multiple times. We ordered the chuck eye round steak and this came out. We were certain it was pork. We asked our server and he asked the kitchen and they insisted it was steak. We were still skeptical and sure it was a mistake, so we asked another employee and they doubled down saying it was the steak. Now after going home and asking around, everyone is certain it was pork. Thankfully we chose not to eat it. If they had admitted the mistake and not lied to us, I wouldn't be leaving this review. Also the bill ended up being $407 for 6 people getting the all you can eat halal menu. Which is crazy expensive for a place that's LYING ABOUT THEIR HALAL FOOD.

Roberto M A

Google
Amazing Experience – RANI is absolutely unforgettable! Hands down, the best Korean BBQ I’ve ever been to in my entire life! The food was outstanding — authentic flavors, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. But what truly made the experience exceptional was the service. RANI was incredible from start to finish — super friendly, welcoming, and genuinely kind. She treated us so well, took the time to explain everything in detail, and even taught us a lot about Korean cuisine and culture. It felt like more than just a meal — it was an experience. I highly recommend this place. And if you’re lucky enough to be served by RANI, your visit will be even more unforgettable!

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Google
What not to love about this place!!! Everything is just awesome. Rani was a game changer for our meal. Her tips and recommendations are so useful and made the food taste even better. Thank you for the attentive and friendly service. Highly recommend and definitely come back!!!

Ethan

Google
I very very highly recommend this place. They have a wide selection of banchan (ssamjang, vegetables, kimchi, sundubu, steamed egg, japchae, and more) which is a testament to their authenticity. I was very impressed with the meat quality. The galbi, brisket, and the ribeye are all great bets. I suggest getting the purple course solely for the ribeye. They also offer more niche options such as beef tongue, beef belly, and (my favorite) large intestines. As someone who loves large intestines, having it AYCE was a treat. I could be wrong, but I believe they marinate/season theirs with garlic, which elevates the flavor even more. As strange it may sound, I implore you to try it at least once. Overall, this is a reasonably priced, authentic, and high-quality KBBQ AYCE spot. I will definitely be visiting regularly.

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Google
This is the best place for the Korean BBQ experience! The food was always delicious and well prepared. There are many choices on the menu and the quality is exceptional. Since I cannot eat the spicy soup, they would prepare a special one for me each time with plenty of tofu freshly made. What I truly appreciate the most is Rani. She always provides the most awesome service, helping us with the cooking, addressing our every needs with kindness. I feel like she provides service with a warm heart and truly wants the customers to enjoy their experience. It is hard to find genuine and sincere service these days that truly care about their customers. All the staffs are also wonderful. I would definitely highly recommend this place and look forward to visiting again soon!

Jess Nault

Google
New to me Korean restaurant. This place is clean. Is it brand new? I think some it, sure. But the small details- like wiping the backboard trim at tables, is a big sign for me that I'm at the right place. The lighting is good. Illuminated but not blasting your eyes. The music is bagin but not loud. Kpop, of course. Folks can I enjoy it but they don't feel the need to yell. Many restaurants don't get that right. Sweet n sour chicken. It's Korean style. It's good though I've only had a taste. I'll get a side or entree next time. I prefer Korean style. Jap chae? Noodles. Bomb. Love it. Kimchi. Just right. I know everyone has their own preference and they often conflict. So you have to judge. Bento side dish. This was a lil spicy and fermented I think. Stringed radish or root? It's refreshing. I like it. Oh it has carrot slivers in it too. A little reminiscent of the Vietnamese julienned veggie dish. Seafood pancakey.its nice. I like that the green onions inside are a reasonable length. It's easier to make bite sized portions. The sauce brings it altogether too. Bulgogi. It's great! I like the flavor. It has a homemade flavor to it. Also not oily or greasy. Meat is a good cut too. Bento pork. Yum! It's perfect. Soup. I got the basic complimentary lil cup. I love it. Beef broth with green onion. Not overpowering. Rice. Seems silly to review rice. I'm sorry if I seem like a rice snob, but I grew up on it. My kids too. If we go some place often enough, my kids can tell you who cooked the rice that day. Rest assured, their rice is perfect. Each kernel is soft, fluffy, and an individual unit. Even has black sesame sprinkles. Customer service is invested in their success. Top notch. Prompt, professional, personable. Besides the great atmosphere, music, decor, staff, and obviously great food- what do I really like about this place? You can tell they have a passion for cooking. All the little details are meticulously cared for. This shows a tremendous amount of care not only for their craft but for the ones they cook for. If I missed anything, happy to add. Lunch was reasonable. I added extra and have leftovers to take with.

Omniversexy

Google
Amazing All-You-Can Eat Quality! A few seats have a sunset view during sunny days! Epic. The staff are super nice and amazing, especially Ranee and Vivian. Ranee is the best service rep at any KBBQ. High end service and care. Very generous and nice. The Tofu Soup is cozy, the Premium Top Blade Marinated Sirloin and Spicy Brisket are the best on the menu in my opinion... all with the good music and energy here. Blessed and grateful to have a positive experience (=

Daniel U.

Yelp
Wonderful, Ambiance, Food and service. Friendly customer service!! Love their energy!

Hasan K.

Yelp
Best halal kbbq I've had. Amazing experience and very nice and friendly staff. Great halal menu available!
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Arlene S.

Yelp
Overall, the food is 3.5/5. I rounded up to 4 for the service and the wide variety of dishes available. It's an AYCE with three different categories to choose from. We tried a mix of meats, cuts, and marinades. I liked the beef belly and spicy pork bulgogi. They serve generous portions for each order. You can select up to five items per round for a table of four. The marinated kalbi and pork jowl were fatty. The brisket and thin pork belly wers okay. The beef tongue had a rubbery texture that I personally would not recommend getting. They provide a lot of banchan, which I loved for the variety. The japchae was delicious with a nice sesame oil aroma and flavor. The pink radish paired really well with the fattier cuts of meat. There were only three servers on the night of our visit so they were busy. We had to wave them down for orders and water refills but they were always super nice and never seemed annoyed. One server noticed us waiting and helped double-check our orders. Overall, this could be a good spot for group dining if you're craving Korean BBQ.
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Joshua K.

Yelp
Came back after exploring a few other places closer to Seattle. Found out ownership has changed, along with a few other things: 1. Menu has changed - more selections, specifically the thicker pork belly is now part of AYCE 2. No more hot bar. This is a bummer but most items are included and brought straight to the table. Distinctive from other AYCE places - full lettuce leaves. And their beef radish soup - still bomb. 3. Their meat quality is always superior than other AYCE places. Compared to places like Grill King in Shoreline, this is far superior. Come see Rani eemo who will always take good care of you. Don't sleep on this place.
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J T.

Yelp
AYCE kbbq is available for one person party Great selection of banchan Awesome meat selections and quality Phenomenal service Beautiful dining space with a karaoke stage

David L.

Yelp
A lot of Halal options!!! I am a big fan of the bulgogi and their brisket! the atmosphere is nice and clean and nice employees!
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Scotty L.

Yelp
Amazing quality and experience dining here. Staff were attentive and quick, meat was all fresh and tasty. Opted for the course C which gives you everything on the menu - definitely worth it for the marinated short ribs! Lots of seating great for groups of all sizes. They have somek towers (soju + beer) for those that like to indulge. Great spot for AYCE kbbq in Redmond for coworkers and friends.
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Michael C.

Yelp
Solid ayce bbq with quality meat. Do know that if you get there close to closing you will not get the full allotted time to eat. Seoul meat is a little better in terms of the meat quality, but it is really convenient to be able to make a reservation and not have to wait an hour which would make Woomadang my preferred place for groups. Solid ambiance, friendly service. All in all a pleasant experience. Would go again.
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Chris M.

Yelp
Rani the manager was incredible as she managed the lunch rush. Sat for a single AYCE which is often hit or miss for service... not here. Amazing attentive monitoring of my courses, a mid course grill swap and some gentle suggestions on cooking certain cuts differently for better end. Not a cheap option but the meat quality was great and if you don't leave full you weren't trying! Sides were great and the corn cheese is a fun addition. Ginger lemon honey digestive offered at the end by Rani was appreciated. Bring your family, friends or team this place is great!
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Long K.

Yelp
A pretty average K-BBQ spot that offers a "hot" bar, which was barely lukewarm. The AYCE price (currently $44) has decreased since they've opened, but honestly the value is still questionable. I generally only order the LA galbi, brisket, and pork belly which were just ok. The bar offerings were mostly just room temp, dry, and bland. Side note: I happened to stumble across an IG influencer who featured this spot and they got dessert ice cream. My party definitely did not receive any such thing after our meal so I'm a bit jealous.
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David C.

Yelp
Yes, the price point here is a bit higher than other AYCE kbbq joints I've been to, but the quality of meat, selection, and service match the slightly higher prices. We were seated and served throughout the meal by a hospitable and friendly Korean lady. Even though we didn't explicitly mention it was my brother's birthday, she came out at the end of the meal with a small dessert and candle. We were touched and amazed by her care and attention. The meat here tastes very fresh, and the side dishes express a variety of Korean food beyond what you'd normally expect for side dishes; I never thought that teokbokki would be served as a side dish at a kbbq restaurant. All the vegetable dishes taste fresh, and our orders came quickly. Maybe my only gripe was that they put cheddar in the corn cheese, which made it taste a little more sour than I would've liked. Perhaps the best thing about this food that sets it apart from other kbbq joints is that the grill is nonstick. It seems a simple matter, but we didn't have to keep requesting grill changes, and our meat always cooked well without getting unwanted char; don't worry, the pork belly can still get super crispy. We came at a relatively non-busy time, but the restaurant is spacious and homely. They mentioned live music on many nights as well as karaoke on the stage at 8 pm. Overall, we had a great time and I would definitely come again!

Sean L.

Yelp
Do not trust this place with your halal food! We were served pork and lied to multiple times. We ordered the chuck eye round steak and this came out. We were certain it was pork. We asked our server and he asked the kitchen and they insisted it was steak. We were still skeptical and sure it was a mistake, so we asked another employee and they doubled down saying it was the steak. Now after going home and asking around, everyone is certain it was pork. Thankfully we chose not to eat it. If they had admitted the mistake and not lied to us, I wouldn't be leaving this review. Also the bill ended up being $407 for 6 people getting the all you can eat halal menu. Which is crazy expensive for a place that's LYING ABOUT THEIR HALAL FOOD.
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Karishma R.

Yelp
This is my family's go to KBBQ spot! The manager is super accommodating! We love this place
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Ryan C.

Yelp
Came here for lunch on a Sunday and we had a blast! We had a reservation but the place was surprisingly not crazy packed. They've got 3 options for AYCE with different meat options, and honestly the cheapest option ($32) was enough for me. Brisket, pork belly options, mushrooms, and all the sides and Korean appetizers you could want. I enjoyed the meal so much I want to come back for my birthday in a few months. I just wish they had rice paper
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Erin W.

Yelp
The AYCE selections were OK. Thick pork belly was not available for the AYCE but only in the a la carte menu. The ribeye was chewy. There were more selections at the bar (side dishes, soups, vegetables) and I thought the food quality at the bar was better. The interiors were nice and clean. With a traditional Korean vibe. The staff was very nice and attentive. Parking was easy as there was a parking lot.
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Won Y.

Yelp
You can eat fresh and tender meat to your heart's content. 3 options for all you can eat.
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Shirin K.

Yelp
Delicious food. Lots of options. Attentive staff. They changed the cooking table when it got charred which was nice. Pace did seem slow for refills and the time limit came quickly. Will try again.
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Pear H.

Yelp
Best of all you can eat KBBQ so far. Meat quality is great and has many flavors. Service is good and clean (super useful). There are live music on Saturday too.

Quan L.

Yelp
Amazing food and excellent service. We did the AYCE and they had a lot of different and special cuts to choose from. Will definitely be back here!
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Jacques I.

Yelp
K-BBQ Woomadang is located in Redmond, within the same shopping center as the movie theater and other restaurants and a health center nearby. Parking is plenty and it's easy to find. The space itself is large, with plenty of tables for large groups. You can make a reservation ahead of time, especially for large groups. The first time I came with a large group, only some in the group wanted to do the AYCE option while others did not. With that said, in order for some in a large group to do the AYCE option, ALL members of the group must participate. They are very strict about this rule. Therefore, for our group of 12, we ended up just getting a la carte options, which is when I tried the soft tofu soup with beef. It was solid. And you do get AYCE banchan. But compared to other Korean spots around, it's nothing to brag about. In my most recent visit, my partner and I tried the AYCE option. They're currently offering a $39 anniversary special for the AYCE option versus the $50 it normally is. We visited on a Saturday night and the place was busy, with many people dining in. The AYCE option includes a variety of meats to choose from to grill, as well as the buffet of hot and cold food items. The cold items were mostly the banchan they serve for a la carte dishes, and I'd say this is better than the hot food items. The hot food items were bad. I had a chicken wing, which was super dry. I could tell it was sitting under the heat lamp for a while. The tteobboki wasn't even fully cooked as it was hard to chew and cold. Yuck! This hot food buffet is not good. As for the meats, we tried the beef bulgogi, brisket, ribeye and short ribs. Of the bunch, I'd say the beef bulgogi was the best because it's marinated so has good flavor. The short ribs were also fine, but pieces were fatty. The ribeye was the worst, as it was a thick piece of frozen beef that was so bland. You really need to hit up the sauces at the buffet station to enjoy the meat here. All in all, I wouldn't visit K-BBQ Woomadang again. I came, I saw, I conquered and I wasn't impressed. With so many other Korean restaurants around, especially news ones popping up all over the Eastside, I can't say this is worth checking out.
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Nikki U.

Yelp
Love this place! Come here with my friends all the time. I moved out of state but I will always come here when visiting. The people are so nice and friendly. They are also very attentive to your needs and refills. The food is tasty and a great price!
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Katherine L.

Yelp
Have to update my review. I would give this place more 3.5 stars but will keep my 4 star rating solely bc the service is really nice. However they have completely changed the concept here- see my new photos for latest menu. Dinner and weekends is now AYCE only and includes buffet. Lunch on M-F you can order hot entrees a la carte if you want. I have to say besides the galbi the rest of the meats we ordered for AYCE were not good quality. It makes me sad bc I just don't see how this business can survive if the quality of the meat isn't there. I see they've improved the buffet with some seafood, sashimi/ kimbap and offering fruit but it doesn't offset the bad quality of the main dish. The Kalbi was worth ordering but for $43 per person I expect more options and better quality. There's many other Korean bbq places open nearby now on the eastside that this place just doesn't seem worth it anymore for the price. Also the $16 flat price for all kids ages 3-7 is just...insane. Kids that age don't eat that much...why is the price that high?! I suggest management reconsider their food quality and the menu. Instead of focusing on AYCE, offer a la carte and execute those well. The place is also so large but was pretty much 2/3 empty on a weekend dinner time. Makes me sad bc our waiter was so nice but it's hard to see how it can survive.
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Maryn P.

Yelp
We went to Woomadang for a birthday dinner and were slightly disappointed. We had a group of 7 people with us. We all ordered the unlimited buffet option and due to the amount of people we had and differing palates, we wanted to try every meat option. We ordered that and were only given about half of them. The service was incredibly slow and it's like our server neglected us halfway through. We kept having to call over people to help us order more food and get more water and they treated us like we were an inconvenience to them. Most Korean BBQ places will change the cooking plate every 20-30 minutes and ours were not changed out once. Food was absolutely caked on the bottom by the end of it. I do not envy whoever had to clean it (it was probably easier to just toss it because it was so dirty). The food itself was pretty good. The beef bulgogi and short ribs were our table's favorites. Overall, the service was so disappointing and despite the food being fairly tasty, I likely won't ever come back.
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Chris K.

Yelp
I've only just started exploring the ayce K-BBQ scene in the Eastside after moving here, and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised with Woomadang. Yes, it's not cheap, but this isn't Korea. Food: let's start with the hot/cold bar offerings - admittedly, I steered (pun intended) clear of the hot bar items for the most part, since... this is KBBQ. I did hit up the cold bar for banchan (a must) and some salmon sashimi type appetizer which was a nice surprise. Everything seemed fresh and flavors were on-point. This is pretty similar to the "self" bar setup you find in Korea where you serve yourself sides and rice. Meat-wise, the portions for each type of meat were generous and they had all the usual selections you would want - bulgogi, samgyupsal, chadolbaegi, kalbi... you'll be full. Service was great, and the servers are happy to bring you more meat as long as you have room for it!

Lena H.

Yelp
Excellent lunch with lunch boxes specials available until 2 pm. Other dishes are available until closing time. Service impeccable and atmosphere agreeable. We got coupons for drinks It reminds me of Seoul.
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Emelina W.

Yelp
They are having the 1 year anniversary all you can eat for $39 per person. I think this is a really great price in Redmond. Their meat quality is great, and the hot bar and salad bar have great options to choose. The staff here is very friendly. Free parking

Larry J.

Yelp
My new favorite Korean BBQ place!! Have been here many times in the last few months and have always had a great experience. The AYCE is reasonably priced and the meat is always of decent quality. The selection of banchan is always great - I especially recommend the pickled radish wraps for any of the grilled meats. By far the best part about Woomadang is the service - the folks are always so nice, helpful, and attentive with our needs. Love this restaurant!
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Alanna L.

Yelp
3.5 truly but overall it was a great value. Came here for the first time and enjoyed their 1 yr anniversary AYCE. It was nice they had a hot bar and banchan buffet style, even with veggies, sauces and garlic to grill up for ssam! I'm sad to say the banchan was super bland. I just came back from Korea and this was my first kbbq experience since. The cucumber kimchi wasn't spicy, the tteokbokki was good, the potato salad was horrible, the regular kimchi was good, radish kimchi bland. I didn't try to soup but maybe next time. The lady was super nice who greeted us and went over the menu. We started with the bulgogi, pork belly and brisket. Fair meat quality. The ribeye and LA style ribs were the best quality and taste by far - definitely recommend! Now that I know what to get/what to avoid I feel it'll be a nicer experience. The bathrooms could definitely use a deep cleaning, I like the overall decor and vibe of the place.
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Thy C.

Yelp
Pros and cons about this place. Pros: Endless self serve banchan Tasty food Roomie Cons: Pricy but comparable really to other places Not as many choices compared to some places All in all there's not a lot of cons.... I've definitely been to better places and definitely worse ones out there. All in all it's a place I'd recommend and would go again. Service was great, once we got it, and I never feel rushed.

Nallely L.

Yelp
The food was so good, such fresh quality - the sides have so much flavor! The meats although smaller in portion - definitely much better quality. The service was consistent and appropriate - they anticipate the needs and expectations. This has become our new go to for KBBQ
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Dan H.

Yelp
Good all you can eat bbq. Good for the price. I think it was like $29.99. Came for a birthday party and everyone left full and happy. Staff was great at switching out the grills when they got burned. Ambiance was super casual. Good ventilation. They have a hot/cold bar with Kimchi and rice and sauce and other various items that go well with the meat which was nice! They also gave us free melona bars for the birthday! Would return. Lots of parking in the adjacent lot.
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Don P.

Yelp
A formerly 4.5 star KBBQ, the best on the east side, has been remodeled as of Nov 1. It is now a 1.5 star restaurant. [NOTE: All food pictures prior to Nov 1, 2024 are now no longer representative of what is available] While the price has gone down for the bottom tier options it is at high actual cost: The buffet is gone, the quality of the meats has gone down, the quality of service has gone down. Why does service matter at AYCE? Because with vastly slower service, that means you will get full, or frustrated, much faster and now be able to order as much before leaving. There is increased selection of meats now compared to before ((large intestine, small intestine, and stomach, and instead of just pork belly there is regular, garlic, and spicy versions now available) , but since they quality went down it isn't worth the price. Some of the better meats are now in the higher price tiers but instead of being AYCE those items are 1-per-customer. I used to go frequently, but now will never go again.
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Albert L.

Yelp
Food: Got the beef brisket and pork belly, both thinly sliced. As you can see from the pictures, the quality of the meat was very high - some of the best KBBQ brisket I've had. Well-marbled without being too fatty, and crisped up very nicely on their grills. I tried their galbitang and soondubu on different occasions which were also awesome. Ordering: They have a hot bar with fried chicken, tteokbokki, beef and radish soup, and more, as well as a salad/fruit bar. This is included with either the AYCE or a KBBQ a-la-carte item. If you order an Entree (stews, bibimbap, fried rice), you can access the hot bar for +$8. Great to have some soup and chicken with some KBBQ. Portions: 2 a-la-carte items are a lot for 2 people since you've got the hot bar - we decided to cook up the meats (80% doneness) and get a box for our meats which worked out great. They have a 10% discount for the summer right now! Very solid KBBQ spot.

Chenman M.

Yelp
Everything on their menu is delicious and fresh! Great quality meat and we love all their ban chan. Nothing like steamed egg and piping hot fries with your KBBQ. Service is excellent, so attentive and prompt! The restaurant is clean and spacious.
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Calvin V.

Yelp
LISTEN PLEASE! This place USED to be the greatest. They had a side bar with unlimited self serve rice and fried chicken and there we others at the self serve bar. They took it out?? It was my biggest draw to the restaurant. Another huge complaint is their customer service went way downhill as well. They constantly hover over you and touch your meat and try and flip it for you. Basically babysitting you. The whole point of kbbq is to do it yourself and enjoy the experience and your meat cooked how you want it. They would flip my meat extremely early and the pork still rare on one side. It's rude and demeaning AND killed my appetite at an all you can eat place. OH and the last major issue with them is they will purposely try and usher you out. It's not even busy, we paid for all we can eat and they will hover over you stare at you like hawks and keep impeding on your dinner. I DO NOT RECOMMEND ANYMORE. Only upside of this place is the food still taste good. Maybe tell them at the beginning to back off and not be in your space unless you need them.
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Ms. A.

Yelp
6.19.2023 Second time visiting Woomadang. The restaurant wasn't busy and there were only 6 tables. I like this KBBQ spot because we have good selections of Hot Bar & Salad Bar. (Included one order person for every a la crate BBQ order)
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Vy M.

Yelp
Not my favorite for All You Can Eat (AYCE) because of the limited options but steep price per person ($55), but quality and service are pretty good. Their unique thing is having a cold & hot bar, with the typical banchan items such as kimchi and lettuce for ssam but they also have hot items including fried chicken and tteobokki. The hot bar is priced per person at $30, unless you get AYCE or order an ala carte meat to grill in which case each order includes 1 hot/cold bar entrance. You can also have the option of adding the hot/cold bar to an entree order for $8 extra, per entree. We ordered steamed egg and seafood pancake, which unfortunately didn't count for the hot/cold bar. We also got an order each of beef brisket, pork belly, and marinated short ribs; as well as an order for the combo soft tofu soup, which all came with 1 hot/cold bar entrance. In total, 4 out of the 6 people in our party were able to go to the hot/cold buffet bar. The meat and food quality here will definitely be a lot better than most AYCE places, so it's up to personal preference what you want most; either affordability and quantity or quality. Would this be my first choice for AYCE kbbq? Probably not, since I'm looking for quantity and variety when I eat AYCE Kbbq. However, I'd come here more for the quality ala carte meat options if I wasn't too hungry because I'd still get the hot/cold bar.
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Becca S.

Yelp
Disappointed. This used to be my all time favorite kbbq restaurant. I recently went back and they had changed everything. They no longer do the self serve, and you have to order everything. They also started a system for meat based on a color code so you can only order from the green if you pay this much or purple if you pay this much. For the most expensive section, purple you can only get the ribeye 1 per person, prior there were no sections and it was a true all you can eat. The banchan was also disappointing, the kimchi all felt very recently made with no fermented flavor. The samjang was just doenjang mixed with sambal. The tteokboki tasted like it was made with paprika.You have to order anything you want causing you to constantly ask a waiter for help. They no longer have the large selection of side they did with self serve. The prices are lower but it is not worth it. I would have much rather continued to pay a high price for self serve. I am truly disappointed as this was my favorite restaurant and I now need to find a new place to go.
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Rich C.

Yelp
They have new owners and the staff is wonderful. The food was amazing and they even had live music. We will definitely be back!
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Lauren S.

Yelp
This place is unlike other Korean restaurants I've been too as they offer not only KBBQ and Korean dishes, but also a cold bar buffet that comes with all the yummy banchan sides and sauces AND a hot bar which is included in the AYCE price or an add on for $8 that comes with different friend chicken wings, cooked marinated meats and tteokbokki. AYCE is probably the most expensive KBBQ place ive been too, but there are A LOT of options to choose from since it comes with a large variety of meat and the hot and cold bar. The radish and beef soup is something I love and also ended the meal with some really sweet cold and refreshing oranges. The servers are nice and attentive. We came with a party of 11 at around 4 PM and the table was ready when we arrived. It was empty so the server was very attentive to us. Overall, this place has options for everyone. If you don't want to get AYCE, you can definitely get full off a regular meal and have the option to add the hot bar to the meal. Would definitely recommend.
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Patrick L.

Yelp
Great option on the Eastside for AYCE k bbq. Service was friendly and fast, with lots of options. Hot bar had plenty of sides and sauces , with lots of options , even Korean style fried chicken. They can accommodate large groups with reservations. I went on a Thursday night with 7 guys and it was easy and overall delicious. A decent selection of means on the AYCE menu but I felt perhaps at $55 per person , there could have been more options. You can order a few meats at once per order and they'll check back in once you've finished them to order more. Service of meats is very fast. My major complaint and the only thing holding me back from a 5 star review is that the grill just doesn't get as hot as you'd expect at a K BBQ place. I found it difficult to sear meats effectively and it made the cooked meats texture feel more rubbery or "poached" in its own sauce / fat. It must be the way the grill is designed with its downdraft fan to create a more "smokeless" environment. It does mess with the taste and texture of the finish product I'd have to say so it left me longing for a hotter electric grill or a gas grill.
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Generous Y.

Yelp
With a price comparable to Brazilian BBQ steakhouses, Woomadang is expected to be pretty high quality and it lives up to expectations. Definitely the priciest AYCE KBBQ in Washington but also the highest quality. Brisket and pork belly are KBBQ classics and the ones here are labelled "premium." While not levels above others, they are definitely better quality and tastier. Alongside that, the AYCE menu includes brisket, short rib, ribeye, chuck flaps, beef bulgogi, pork belly, pork shoulder, and pork bulgogi. You can also come here for an entree, add $8 for the hot bar, and feast on AYCE Korean fried chicken which is amazing. Might have to come back for that and skip the KBBQ, though the KBBQ was still delicious. Prompt service walks through aisles and checks to see if you need anything through a flip card. There was not a single moment we were without meat. The waiting primarily came from cooking pork and not waiting for meat. Hot bar comes with Korean fried chicken and bulgogi. Interesting to note that they have bulgogi pre-cooked at the hot bar and you can order some to cook with the KBBQ menu. Cold salad bar has pasta salad, mashed potatoes, radish, kimchi, vegetables, and mixed fruit (oranges on our visit). Rice and soup is also available near the hot bar. Skip the pork shoulder. We figured we'd try everything but it's your typical pork shoulder. Dense, thick, and they gave a lot probably because no one else orders it. Highly recommend the chuck flaps. Easily the richest meat available. High quality, tender, and cooks very well. Cooking this medium rare is very simple and tastes delicious. I wish we had ordered this earlier because then we would have continued to order more.
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Jason C.

Yelp
For the price I don't think it's up to par with the other Korean BBQ! The quality of meat is mediocre, super salty. The only dish that was good was the short ribs. They rarely swap the grill plate. So everything was charred and I pretty much lost my appetite. The grill isn't the open flame one instead it's an infrared one. Again super disappointed. The price is the same as Seoul meat co.
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Janice U.

Yelp
Great food, excellent service and family fun!!! We were here for karaoke night which was so fun!. The atmosphere was amazing and the food was great! Definitely worth it. We will be back for sure!!
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Sahas G.

Yelp
Full Disclosure: As of January 2023 Woomadang provides a 10% off your meal for leaving a Yelp review and showing it to the staff. This is something to factor in when looking through reviews here. The ambiance in the place is great and the music choice definitely sets the mood. Came here with another person and ordered the K-1 AYCE which ran us 55/p before tax/tip. This option has less variety in meat selection (which can be seen in the pictures of the menu) and comes with access to a hot/cold bar. Personally, I really enjoyed the hot bar but wasnt blown away by any of the cuts of meat in particular. Factoring in the attentive service, though, Woomadang sits at a solid 4 stars.
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Katie P.

Yelp
Could not be more delighted that there is finally a proper KBBQ option in the Redmond area! The AYCE here is very solid - we tried all of the options aside from the pork and beef Bulgogi and the standouts were the ribeye and brisket. If you order AYCE, you're given unlimited access to the hot food bar with rice, a variety of side dishes, chicken wings, and tteokbokki. Despite it being a busy Saturday afternoon, we were seated quickly and service was ample and friendly. The only caveat here is the price - AYCE is $55 a person but if you arrive with a ravenous appetite it is definitely worth your while.
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Khoa N.

Yelp
Figured I'd try out a new place on the Eastside. I'm going to break down my experience in 5 categories: Ambiance: 3 for neutral, it was just okay, nothing spectacular or special. First thing I notice coming in were the large TVs that you can see across tables Service: 1 for poor. With a large party, we were only allowed 3 dishes from the All you can eat menu at a time. We couldn't order until all 3 dishes were completed. While extremely thirsty and no water refill we had to flag the staff multiple times to get water. When we completed our dishes from the hot bar, it took them a long time to take away the dishes. Food: 2 for blah, mediocre. The all you can eat menu was very limited, so limited that there weren't many choices to choose from. I attached a menu to show you that you can only select from the "beef selection" of the all you can eat. Anything below that called out as "A La Carte" was extra money. Cleanliness: 2, for disappointment. While our table piled up in dishes hoping server would take them away so we could at least enjoy our meal, it took forever. Our BBQ grill plate was burnt, I'm use to getting the grill replaced. However this place they didn't replace the grill, instead they wiped it down with a wet paper towel. Our meat and bolgagi tasted bitter from that grill, it was a bit disappointing. Price: 0, not properly priced for a small selection of AYCE food. $55 per adult was pretty steep for mediocre food and service. $20 for kids 3-7, it was so bad the kids literally ate 1 bite of the chicken and nothing more, that's how bad it was for them. This was one of the most expensive Korean bbq restaurants I've been to that underserved customers. If you want authentic, good variety, and a fair price point where you don't feel disappointed or felt like you didn't get your moneys worth, this place isn't it. Wouldn't recommend it nor will we ever come back, extremely disappointed.
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Audrey C.

Yelp
Great spot for some delicious KBBQ! I made a reservation by calling them over the phone. Upon arrival, they were able to seat us and had our table ready immediately. The hot foods and appetizer bar was absolutely amazing and was included in the all you can eat price of $55/person. It is a bit on the pricier side but I would say that it's worth it due to the hot foods bar and the quality of kbbq meats They had choices of bulgogi, fried chicken, make your own sauces, and more! The quality of the kbbq meat was actually pretty good and they gave us pretty generous servings each time we asked for more meats. The interior of the place was spacious and they had plenty of seating area for dine in customers. They played KPOP music and had several tv screens with music videos throughout the restaurant. I will definitely be coming back soon! Parking: Free, bountiful parking lot
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Earnie G.

Yelp
A nice K-BBQ place. BIG. SUPER big! Overall good, but there are better ones out there. But the size alone makes this one easier to get into. And food was good quality. Service was attentive and pleasant.