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10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago
bellyQ is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

1. bellyQ

1400 W. Randolph St. (at Ogden Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Fulton Market · 96 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The focus at this restaurant is on reimagining Asian barbecue with contemporary flavors. From tea-smoked duck breast with tamarind glaze to baby back ribs with hoisin barbecue sauce and bacon crumble Read more.

Boo-il Galbi is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

2. Boo-il Galbi

7.4
3346 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Hollywood Park · 5 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Come for the saeng kalbi and savor it. The boneless, unmarinated short rib is the house specialty and perhaps the finest cut of meat you’ll find at any Korean restaurant. Read more.

Chicago Kalbi Korean BBQ is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

3. Chicago Kalbi Korean BBQ

8.5
3752 W Lawrence Ave (at N Hamlin Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Albany Park · 14 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It’s Korean barbecue with a slight twist at Chicago Kalbi. The menu offers traditional meats such as kalbi and bulgogi, but the Japanese-style marinades give them unique flavor profiles. Read more.

Cho Sun Ok is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

4. Cho Sun Ok

7.8
4200 N Lincoln Ave (at W Berteau Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · North Center · 49 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Korean food enthusiasts know and love this no-frills Lincoln Square restaurant, where there’s usually a line waiting to get in. For the newcomers, order the house specialty, chadol-gui. Read more.

Dancen is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

5. Dancen

8.1
5114 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Ravenswood · 14 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The small, dark dive is a popular hangout late at night, when guests stumble in for some bites. The flattop grill built into the bar produces sizzling skewers and the signature fire chicken. Read more.

Gogi is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

6. Gogi

8.1
6240 N California Ave (California & Granville), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · West Ridge · 13 tips and reviews

EaterEater: What sets Gogi apart is the modern space and a focus on fresh, quality meat. Unlike other places, the restaurant’s warmth also extends to its helpful and attentive service. Read more.

San Soo Gab San is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

7. San Soo Gab San

8.3
5247 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Bowmanville · 56 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This popular Korean spot is just what you need when hunger comes calling in the middle of the night. It’s open late so you can feast on kalbi and bulgogi at most hours of the day. Read more.

Song Do Buffet is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

8. Song Do Buffet

5.4
4918 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Ravenswood · 7 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Song Do scratches that rib craving with an all-you-can-eat barbecue buffet. For $21.99 per person, grab as much meat as you can handle from the food bar and get cooking on the tabletop grills. Read more.

Tozi Korean B.B.Q. Restaurant is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

9. Tozi Korean B.B.Q. Restaurant

1265 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (Ashland & Milwaukee), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Wicker Park · 25 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The barbecue selection here is varied and includes prime cuts like filet mignon and ribeye as well as seafood such as grilled shrimp and octopus. Read more.

Woo Chon Korean BBQ Restaurant is one of 10 Sizzling Spots for Korean Barbecue in Chicago.

10. Woo Chon Korean BBQ Restaurant

8.1
5744 N California Ave (at N Lincoln Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · West Ridge · 9 tips and reviews

EaterEater: At Woo Chon, the pajeon (pancake), tofu soups and bibimbap are all worthy dishes to complement the carnivorous feast of meat that one inevitably orders. Read more.