Seoul Galbi 123

123 Paramus Rd, Paramus
(201) 843-8885

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Isabelle Kwon

Love this place! Everyone is so nice too!
Food is good!

Sky Eel

Okay place, nothing really stands out. Front desk lady was rude.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Jane C

For a restaurant named after Korean BBQ, I'm slightly ashamed to admit I've never tried their meats. That said, this restaurant is one of few decent Korean spots outside of Fort Lee and Palisades Park. As such, it's become a return spot for our family members who live fairly local.

As soon as you sit down, the default beverage offered is warm barley tea (which is much appreciated during those colder winter visits). The banchan, or side dishes, are few but a little more robust here than other Korean restaurants. During my last visit, we were given plates of standard kimchi, sprouts, and seasoned broccoli. I was also surprised to find pumpkin-egg salad, soy marinated lotus root, and soy-marinated ribeye pieces. The offerings change a little from visit to visit, but they're always decent to downright delicious.

While I've not been wowed by anything from the menu, I've found most of the meals to be predictable. Hot stone bibimbap is my regular order, and I love the different proteins they offer here for mixed rice dishes. For those curious about the barbecue but unwilling to pay the high sticker price for a full entree, you can try the galbi, bulgogi, and spicy pork atop a bibimbap. During my last visit, I was delighted by the salmon hot stone bibimbap, which came with a great teriyaki marinade. My regular complaint with Seoul Galbi's bibimbap is that the hot stone has never gotten hot enough for my rice to char and crisp (which is arguably the best part of ordering it on a hot stone. Otherwise, why else would one pay the elevated prices?).

When it comes to decor and ambiance, the restaurant is fairly no frills. As far as service goes, the waitresses have always been quick - quick to order, quick to serve, and quick to refill glasses (or, when asked, the side dishes). I also appreciate how slow they are to deliver the check, allowing conversations to linger. When my family and I came with a cake for a family member, the auntie serving our table not only came by with extra plates and silverware, she clapped and sang the 'Happy Birthday' song as boisterously as we.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Bibimbap

sheina Pabon (Shelyanap47)

My favorite food I love šŸ’•

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer

Pricing on google menu is incorrect…
Tried letting the cashier know and she made it seems like I was stupid because I didn’t know that was not updated! I said then you should change it, it’s misleading and she gave me the only attitude… paid the extra $4.00 for beef bone broth soup…
Starving, hoping for the best…
Meat taste old and gray…
Extremely disappointing

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Rania

We ordered three different types of meat, they all tasted good however the portions are very small.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Ana Maria Gulden

We went with high expectations based on the reviews, but unfortunately, our experience didn’t go well. The place seemed dirty to us, and the waitress wasn’t patient enough to explain things clearly. Although the service was good and fast, the food didn’t meet our expectations. The prices were fair for what we ate, but we honestly didn’t enjoy the meal. I don’t think we would return. I’m sorry to leave this comment, but that’s how we felt.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

f f

love this place, stopped in for BBQ, nice staff great food, a fun night

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ

Joanne Lee

First off - I am Korean so I have been to plenty of BBQ restaurants… including NYC and Korea.

Service is seriously the worst. They are so rude. Talking about customers right in front of them as they walk away from the tables. Food isn’t good either and portions are extremely small. Advertising you get extra portion of beef for free but that’s all nonsense.

If I want Korean food, I will always drive to palisades park!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Mar Yam

Fresh food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kevin

My only complaint is that this place is a little expensive for what it is. This is a great family restaurant place. The KBBQ is a bit expensive and I didn't get it. Instead i got Bulgulgi (Kitchen) and some Bimbimbap.

Both were great. Would come back again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jay Choi

A bit pricy

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ

Kobi Lee

Love having a Korean restaurant in this area stay open and have the great atmosphere that Seoul Galbi provides. There are usually seats available and rarely does get full.The food itself is a little pricy but the quality of service and food makes up for it and is worth it for anyone nearby! Plenty of parking is available and drinks as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ, Green Onion Salad

Yuna Jo

I am Korean so I know how Korean BBQ should be. Also I don’t write reviews unless they are exceptionally good or exceptionally terrible. We normally drive out to Fort Lee or Palisades Park but we gave a try last night. It was horrible decision! We ordered marinated galbi but it tasted very bland and my husband even stopped the server and asked if they were ā€œmarinatedā€. Galbi was very thin and tough. I almost chocked and had to cough out few times. Also very small portion. My daughters love galbi so we normally order extra but after 3 pieces, my older one said they were bad and my younger one took one bite and she was done. She only had rice and steamed egg. Hope the owner or management read this. If you want Korean BBQ, pls don’t eat here.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

PurpYeager

This place is beyond amazing its way better than kpot....my waitress was so nice...she cooked the food for us and even showed us how to eat it properly and what to eat it with..the food just melts in your mouth so delicious....will definitely come here again ?

Vegetarian options: Great options for vegetarians

Dietary restrictions: You can choose what you want based on your diet

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ, Seafood Pancake, Green Onion Salad

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