A gem ? in st louis, amazing fresh food for a great price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shu-Hao Liu
Although the space is small, the food will make you forget the small space. Authentic, cheap, delicious Korean food. The bulgogi beef was especially nice. Definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
sentient meat
1 of my fav spots I've found in the STL area so far, for 2 reasons: 1st and foremost the food is yummy. I've eaten at this establishment about weekly since moving to STL 4 months ago, n the meat n other ingredients r quality thru-n-thru, every time, n the sauces on the diff dishes all have great flavor. It's certainly "Americanized" Korean food, but as an American who's tried traditional Korean food, I can't say that I mind that haha. (If you're looking for good, traditional Korean food, Sides of Seoul is another excellent spot.) 2nd reason is the price; this kitchen offers fast-food prices n faster than fast-food service, while maintaining sit-down-restaurant entree-quality. Hands down the best bang-for-ur-buck I've found out of any restaurant in STL.
Lacking in ambience and polite service, but that's honestly not what I frequent this spot for. Also **CASH ONLY**
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 4
Drew Ailes
Best food I’ve had in a while - phenomenal Korean food and affordable priced. What a gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bibimbob
S D
Owner takes pride in his food. He is a masterful provider of good food at a very good value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bibimbob
Phillip
Best food ever. Cook looks unhappy that is it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bokumbob, Rice Bowl
Quyen H.
This is a CASH only place. Everything on the menu was under $9. I've heard of good things about U-city grill from several Korean friends but I somehow forgot about the place. I wanted a quick simple meal for lunch, so my partner suggested to go here. He came here multiple times before COVID but it was my first time. I ordered Bibimbop, and my partner got the combination plate ( rice, beansprout, beef and chicken) with extra meat. He was pleased with the beef but not the chicken. I was satisfied with my bibimbop. Next time I would add extra beef and kimchi. This shop reminded me of food stalls in Japan - tiny area with a few stools, definitely not place for a big party. Also, don't expect a great customer service. The owner does everything himself and makes the food in front of you so he's pretty busy. Remember, you're paying for the food. It's worth a try if you're in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Erika Pursley
One of the best value meals in the city. The food is good. He’s there to make you a good meal, not to be nice and entertain you. Don’t take it personally.
Delicious. Owner is quick, to the point with service. Perfect if you're looking for a quick meal that is GOOD and CHEAP. Probably the best food I've ever ate for the price. I got bibimbob & bulgogi beef, both were delicious. Cash only
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Kleinrock
I graduated from college in St. Louis over a decade ago and just returned on a work trip. I was SO happy to find that U City Grill is still up and running and hasn’t changed a bit! Super affordable delicious Korean dishes cooked to order and still my favorite place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew R
Gruff service but I absolutely loved it. Similar to what you’d expect in foreign eateries where service and atmosphere take second place to the food.And for $8 a person, this was a great value in 2024. Simple menu, retro diner style, a little hard to find because you’d assume it’s on Delmar but it’s tucked in a corner around back. I’ll be back, and often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef
Jillian Lyle
Food was delicious! Don't recall how I heard about this restaurant in the first place as the outside has no signage and the storefront opens to a parking lot away from Delmar, but I'm pleased with the experience.
Service was curt and quick, but that's fine. If you expect smiling and bend-over-backwards service, it won't be for you, but it's standard restaurant service anywhere else outside the US.
It is cash only, so come prepared, but everything is so cheap.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bulgoki Pork Served with Rice and Bean Sprouts
Nat Rose
I was craving authentic Korean food and found this place on a Google search. It had decent reviews, so I took the chance and drove to this establishment. The restaurant is small and situated in the back of the building where all the shopping stores are. The place has no frills and bar style with limited seating area. This is a cash-only place. I ordered two meals, and both were delicious! This place is a hidden gem in STL, and I urge you to check out this place if you want Korean food one day.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pork and Rice Pork-Gogi, Bibimbob
The owner is there to serve you good food with little chat/ enjoy!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Combination Plate, Rice Bowl, Bibimbob, Bokumbob
A gem ? in st louis, amazing fresh food for a great price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Although the space is small, the food will make you forget the small space. Authentic, cheap, delicious Korean food. The bulgogi beef was especially nice. Definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
1 of my fav spots I've found in the STL area so far, for 2 reasons:
1st and foremost the food is yummy. I've eaten at this establishment about weekly since moving to STL 4 months ago, n the meat n other ingredients r quality thru-n-thru, every time, n the sauces on the diff dishes all have great flavor. It's certainly "Americanized" Korean food, but as an American who's tried traditional Korean food, I can't say that I mind that haha. (If you're looking for good, traditional Korean food, Sides of Seoul is another excellent spot.)
2nd reason is the price; this kitchen offers fast-food prices n faster than fast-food service, while maintaining sit-down-restaurant entree-quality. Hands down the best bang-for-ur-buck I've found out of any restaurant in STL.
Lacking in ambience and polite service, but that's honestly not what I frequent this spot for. Also **CASH ONLY**
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 4
Best food I’ve had in a while - phenomenal Korean food and affordable priced. What a gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bibimbob
Owner takes pride in his food. He is a masterful provider of good food at a very good value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bibimbob
Best food ever. Cook looks unhappy that is it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bokumbob, Rice Bowl
This is a CASH only place. Everything on the menu was under $9. I've heard of good things about U-city grill from several Korean friends but I somehow forgot about the place. I wanted a quick simple meal for lunch, so my partner suggested to go here. He came here multiple times before COVID but it was my first time. I ordered Bibimbop, and my partner got the combination plate ( rice, beansprout, beef and chicken) with extra meat. He was pleased with the beef but not the chicken. I was satisfied with my bibimbop. Next time I would add extra beef and kimchi. This shop reminded me of food stalls in Japan - tiny area with a few stools, definitely not place for a big party. Also, don't expect a great customer service. The owner does everything himself and makes the food in front of you so he's pretty busy. Remember, you're paying for the food. It's worth a try if you're in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
One of the best value meals in the city. The food is good. He’s there to make you a good meal, not to be nice and entertain you. Don’t take it personally.
Love the food. Wish I had more time to stop by.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Delicious. Owner is quick, to the point with service. Perfect if you're looking for a quick meal that is GOOD and CHEAP. Probably the best food I've ever ate for the price. I got bibimbob & bulgogi beef, both were delicious. Cash only
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I graduated from college in St. Louis over a decade ago and just returned on a work trip. I was SO happy to find that U City Grill is still up and running and hasn’t changed a bit! Super affordable delicious Korean dishes cooked to order and still my favorite place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gruff service but I absolutely loved it. Similar to what you’d expect in foreign eateries where service and atmosphere take second place to the food.And for $8 a person, this was a great value in 2024. Simple menu, retro diner style, a little hard to find because you’d assume it’s on Delmar but it’s tucked in a corner around back. I’ll be back, and often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef
Food was delicious! Don't recall how I heard about this restaurant in the first place as the outside has no signage and the storefront opens to a parking lot away from Delmar, but I'm pleased with the experience.
Service was curt and quick, but that's fine. If you expect smiling and bend-over-backwards service, it won't be for you, but it's standard restaurant service anywhere else outside the US.
It is cash only, so come prepared, but everything is so cheap.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bulgoki Pork Served with Rice and Bean Sprouts
I was craving authentic Korean food and found this place on a Google search. It had decent reviews, so I took the chance and drove to this establishment. The restaurant is small and situated in the back of the building where all the shopping stores are. The place has no frills and bar style with limited seating area. This is a cash-only place. I ordered two meals, and both were delicious! This place is a hidden gem in STL, and I urge you to check out this place if you want Korean food one day.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pork and Rice Pork-Gogi, Bibimbob
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