Of all the tremendous amounts of cooking methods available to us, be it fancy or rustic, barbecue still remains one of our all-time-favourite ways to have food cooked. It’s hard not to give in to a platter of smoky, seared meat, and thanks to a slew of new openings, the barbecue trend is bigger than ever in Singapore.

Nearly every culture has their own form of barbecue, in fact, the whole concept of barbecue dates back to caveman times where food was literally cooked over an open fire on a spit (or a stick). Now, with Singapore playing host to so many varieties of cultural influences and cuisines, we get to enjoy so many varieties.

Whether it’s a sweet, marinated Korean bulgogi beef you crave, good-old Louisiana-style baby back ribs, Filipino pork lechon or even a humble mookata, here is our guide to 13  BBQ restaurants in Singapore.

SUPERSTAR K

Talk about the hottest Korean BBQ restaurants in Singapore, and we all think of Superstar K at Tanjong Pagar. The outlet specialises in using charcoal grills for its Korean BBQ, and the authentic dining experience explains its popularity among Singaporeans and tourists alike.

Side dishes are modest yet not overly ambitious, unlike many other Korean eateries. Our personal favourites to order here include the beef short rib as well as the pork belly. It is also good to note that they open until 4am daily which is great if you ever find yourself craving for Korean barbecue after a night of heavy drinking.

75 Tanjong Pagar Road,
Singapore 088496
Tel: +65 6224 0504
Daily: 12pm – 2pm, 5pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

I’M KIM JUNIOR

Located conveniently at Orchard’s *SCAPE, I’m Kim Junior is a casual Korean BBQ restaurant that is popular amongst the young crowd. Following the success of its sister restaurant—I’m Kim—at the School of the Arts (SOTA), I’m Kim Junior has a menu that features new items such as Korean Army Stew.

On the barbecue, you can look forward to a pretty insane spread from pork belly, a myriad of marinated meats, seafood as well as their bacon-wrapped enoki mushrooms which is a surefire hit among the little ones.

2 Orchard Link
#03-01 *Scape
Singapore 237978
Tel: +65 6634 0420
Daily: 11.30pm – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

DON DAE BAK

What we love most about Don Dae Bak Korean BBQ is that the restaurant uses charcoal grills instead of the usual gasoline grill. That sure makes a lot of difference to our meats in imparting that deep charred aroma that every good barbecue should have.

This small outlet along Kreta Ayer is just like any usual Korean BBQ place—round communal tables surrounded by kimchi and pickles that are entirely free-flow, an abundance of sauces and upbeat Korean pop songs on loop in the background.

35 Kreta Ayer Road,
Singapore 089000
Tel: +65 6226 1727
(Closed on Sundays)
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Outram Park

WANG DAE BAK KOREAN BBQ

Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Restaurant is one of the most well known Korean BBQ restaurants in Singapore for serving up high-quality BBQ dishes at affordable prices. They specialise in charcoal barbecue which sets them apart from many other Korean BBQ establishments.

Here, you can get a free-flow of fluffy egg that is poured around the side of the barbecue pan.

22 Cross Street, #01-64
China Square Central
Singapore 048421
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

EIGHT KOREAN BBQ

Korean BBQ is all about the meat, but at some barbecue joints, you end up paying lots for subpar cuts or under-marinated meats with little or no character—well, not at Eight Korean BBQ. These folks here pride themselves with their extensive knowledge of meats and they focus only on exquisite cuts from premium varieties of beef and pork.

In true Korean style, you can have your meats seared unadorned, coated in a punchy marinade, or served up in a nourishing stew. The next time your carnivorous tendencies act up, stop by Eight Korean BBQ to experience some of the best meats the world has to offer.

6 Eu Tong Sen St, 02-79/90,
Singapore 059817
Tel: +65 8692 1188
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30am – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

TENKAICHI JAPANESE BBQ RESTAURANT

An award-winning Japanese BBQ Buffet Restaurant in Singapore that specialises in Wagyu Beef BBQ, Tenkaichi Japanese BBQ Restaurant is the perfect place to visit if you are looking to satisfy your meat and barbecue cravings.

During your visit, make sure to order the Premium BBQ Menu which entitles you to free-flow tender wagyu beef, along with a variety of sashimi.

Tenkaichi Japanese BBQ Restaurant
6 Raffles Boulevard, #03-129 Marina Square,
Singapore 039594
Tel: +65 6250 8918
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

GYU-KAKU

For a truly authentic Japanese Yakiniku experience, Gyu-Kaku is definitely the place to go. With barbecue as their main focus, the restaurant takes pride in bringing in only the finest of ingredients. Which means you can look forward to the likes of Kagoshima Wagyu and more!

Have some refreshing appetisers to go with your barbecue feast not just because they’re mighty tasty, but because they also help to cleanse your palate, allowing you to dive right back into the meat.

81 Clemenceau Ave, 01-18/19,
Singapore 239918
Tel: +65 6733 4001
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

ABURIYA

A popular name that pops up at the mere mention of solid Japanese barbecue along the Robertson Quay area, Aburiya is one that promises exceptional quality meats and proper grilling using charcoal.

The menu offers a pretty substantial array of meaty options from beef, pork, chicken and even lamb but we recommend opting for the sets. The wagyu set, although a tad pricey, is worth every penny.

60 Robertson Quay, #01-03
Singapore 238252
Tel: +65 6735 4862
Mon to Sat: 6pm – 11.30pm
Sun: 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

888 MOOKATA

Founded by local celebrities Chew Chor Meng and Zhou Chongqing in partnership with cousins Esmond and Ronnie, 888 Mookata—at the coffee shop in Blk 212 Hougang Street 21—is a hot spot for those craving for decent Thai mookata without having to make a trip to Golden Mile Complex.

Ordering is relatively straightforward at 888 Mookata as they only have 2 options on their main menu—Platter For 2 and Platter For 4.

212 Hougang Street 21
Singapore 530212
Tel: +65 9656 2655
Mon to Thu, Sun: 5pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Kovan

AROY MAK MOOKATA

Aroy Mak Mookata prides itself on offering authentic traditional Thai Cuisine BBQ and steamboat. You can indulge in Chiang Rai style Mookata marinated pork and chicken sliced meat, non-MSG soup stock and authentic homemade Thai chilli dips.

Located along Macpherson Road, this eatery offers an all-you-can-eat buffet with no time limit! At just S$17.80 per pax from Mondays to Thursday, you get to choose between 60 dishes including pork, chicken and vegetables.

Aroy Mak Mookata
476-478 Macpherson Road
Singapore 368191
Tel: +65 9052 0555
Daily: 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

LADYBOY MOO-KA-CHEESE

A fairly new addition to Geylang’s cluster of eateries is Ladyboy Moo-Ka-Cheese—a Thai mookata-forward restaurant that is quite possibly the first of its kind to boast a stunning array of tantalising, innovative cheese dips along with the traditional Thai-style barbecue.

Their buffet menu features a whole host of options from salmon, scallops to even jumbo prawns and you can expect to enjoy them with the likes of their stellar truffle cheese dip or even their rainbow cheese dip that makes for a pretty neat photo—did we mention that drinks and ice cream are all free-flow?

644 Geylang Lorong 40
Singapore 389574
Tel: +65 8138 3836
Mon to Fri: 6pm – 2am
Sat: 5pm – 2am
Sun: 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

BURNT ENDS

Voted 10th in the Asia’s 50 Best and 53rd in the World’s 50 Best 2017, Burnt Ends is a modern Australian barbecue restaurant along Teck Lim Road—just off the food-laden Keong Saik Road—that offers casual dining with beef as its main star.

This humble restaurant takes pride in its custom-built four tonne, dual cavity ovens and three elevation grills of which ensure that each beefy dish is grilled to utmost perfection. As far as barbecue and meat go, these folks don’t mess around. No one ever leaves Burnt Ends disappointed. Period.

20 Teck Lim Road
Singapore 088391
Tel: +65 6224 3933
(Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
Tue to Thu: 6pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 11.45am – 2pm, 6pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Outram Park

Photo Credit: Iskina Cebu

ISKINA CEBU

Iskina Cebu over at TImbre+ is a Cebuano-owned brand which aims to promote Cebu food culture and dining experience. Their cooking comes from the heart whether its their insanely tender pork Lechon, Spicy Belly Chon and Non-Spicy Belly Chon.

Here is where homesick Filipinos can get a taste of home and Singaporeans can treat their palates to something rustic, delicious and possibly new. Go on, try yourself a portion of their Lechon and watch it slowly change your life from its paper-thin crispy skin to its aromatic, melt-in-your-mouth flesh.

#01-27, 73A Ayer Rajah Crescent,
Timbre+
Singapore 139957
Tel: +65 9326 2920
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: One North

People will find any occasion to celebrate—that’s just how it is nowadays. Whether it’s a pay raise, a relationship ‘monthsary’ or even if you’re just feeling a tad happier for no apparent reason, there is always a reason to #treatyourself.

But celebrations aside, let’s not forget that money doesn’t grow on trees, and having yourself fancy dinners on a regular basis is probably not the most ideal. But that’s not to say that you can’t still enjoy yourself a feast every now and then.

From hot pot to barbecue buffets and even Japanese buffets that see endless servings of fresh sashimi, here is our list to 10 student-priced buffets that are perfect for the occasional treat.

BAN HENG (HARBOURFRONT CENTRE)

If you’re a sucker for Cantonese dim sum and someone with an enormous appetite, then you absolutely need to know about Ban Heng’s dim sum lunch buffet. With more than 30 dim sum items—15 of which are deep-fried and mouthwateringly delicious—at just S$24.80++ per pax, you’ll be chowing down your weight without having to worry too much about how much you’re spending.

And as if it couldn’t get any better, for every 3 paying adults, one dines free! This promotion is valid every day for lunch.

Lunch Buffet
Mon to Fri
Adult: S$24.80++
Child: S$16.80++

Sat, Sun & Eve of PH
Adult: S$27.80++
Child: S$16.80++

PH
Adult: S$29.80++
Child: S$16.80++

1 Maritime Square
#04-01, HarbourFront Centre
Singapore 099253
Tel: +65 6278 0288
Daily: 11.30am – 2pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

Photo Credit: Orchard Grand Court

CRYSTAL CAFE

Renowned for its comforting line-up of local fare from their fiery yet rich curries to their excellently done braised pig trotters, Crystal Cafe is a traditional-style restaurant that serves all-day casual dining in Singapore.

Better known for their Taiwan Porridge buffet line, tuck into a hearty medley of yummy toppings and saucy delights as you down bowls and bowls of their light and creamy Taiwan-style sweet potato porridge.

Lunch Buffet
Mon to Fri
Adult: S$14.80++
Child S$11.80++

Sat to Sun & PH
Adult: S$16.80++
Child: S$13.80++

131 Killiney Road,
Singapore 239571
Tel: +65 6830 2020
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

I’M KIM JUNIOR

Located conveniently at Orchard’s *SCAPE, I’m Kim Junior is a casual Korean BBQ restaurant that is popular amongst the young crowd. At a fairly reasonable price point, you get to enjoy unlimited amounts of marinated meats, cooked items such as japchae (Korean stir-fried glass noodles), and Korean fried chicken and Korean army stew.

Buffet Lunch
Mon to Fri: S$12.90++
Sat, Sun & PH: S$22.90++

Buffet Dinner
Mon to Thu: S$22.90++
Fri to Sun, Eve of PH, PH: S$ 23.90++

2 Orchard Link
#03-01 *Scape
Singapore 237978
Tel: +65 6634 0420
Daily: 11.30pm – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

IKOI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Perfectly set in a lush traditional Japanese setting, Ikoi Japanese Restaurant over at Hotel Miramar offers gastronomic indulgences with an endless parade of authentic Japanese cuisines from sashimi, sushi, tempura to plenty of tastier Japanese treats. S$45 per pax (includes GST and service charge) may seem a tad hefty but just think of the endless amounts of fresh sashimi you get to enjoy.

401 Havelock Road,
Hotel Miramar
Singapore 169631
Tel: +65 6887 3788
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

Photo Credit: iSteamboat

ISTEAMBOAT

Serving up straightforward and healthy Chinese steamboat and porridge at affordable prices, iSteamboat Chinese Restaurant, located at Marina Square, is bound to impress. Not only is the quality great and the service quick, what you get for the good value you pay is a huge variety of dishes to choose from.

Diners get to choose between the porridge buffet, the steamboat buffet that features seven soup bases as well as the all-day à la carte buffet.

Lunch & Dinner Buffet
Mon to Thu
Adult: S$26.80++
Child S$11.40++

Fri to Sun, Eve of PH & PH
Adult: S$31.50++
Child S$13.40++

6 Raffles Boulevard, #04-102a,
Marina Square,
Singapore 039594
Daily: 11.45am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: Kiseki Japanese Buffet Restaurant

KISEKI

Presenting a stellar line-up of more than 200 buffet items over 29 item categories, Kiseki is the buffet destination in town for everyone to celebrate the joy of eating without breaking your wallet. At just one price, what diners can hope to expect is unlimited servings of delectable Japanese food such as sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, yakitori, robatayaki and much more!

Lunch Buffet
11.30am – 3pm
Mon to Fri
Adult: S$22.80++
Child: S$12.80++

Sat & Sun, PH
Adult: S$29.80++
Child: S$17.80++

Dinner Buffet
6pm – 10pm
Mon to Thu
Adult: S$33.80++
Child: S$15.80++

Fri to Sun & PH
Adult: S$39.80++
Child: S$18.80++

181 Orchard Road, 08-01/02/03
Orchard Central,
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6736 1216
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

LADYBOY MOO-KA-CHEESE

Ladyboy Moo-Ka-Cheese is a Thai mookata restaurant located along Geylang that is quite possibly the first of its kind, boasting a stunning array of tantalising, innovative cheese dips along with the traditional Thai-style barbecue.

Each of their uniquely designed grills allows for 4 kinds of cheese to be added at a time and the buffet allows diners an unlimited amount of cheese dips. In addition, their buffet menu features a whole host of options to choose from salmon, scallops to jumbo prawns and a whole lot more!

Dinner Buffet
Mon to Thu
Adult: S$29.90
Child: S$15.90

Fri to Sun, Eve of PH & PH
Adult: S$32.90
Child: S$15.90

644 Geylang Road, Lorong 40
Singapore 389574
Tel: +65 9062 6953
Mon to Fri: 6pm – 1am
Sat: 5pm – 1am
Sun: 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

SHABURI & KINTAN BUFFET

Offering two restaurants under one roof, both offering an all-you-can-eat Japanese buffet, Shaburi & Kintan Buffet is one spot worth travelling the distance for. Choose from either the regular buffet or the barbecue buffet (Kintan) and tuck into a huge selection of meats, seafood as well as cooked dishes featuring the likes of chawanmushi, chicken karage and more!

Regular Buffet
Lunch: S$22.80++
Dinner: S$29.80++

Kintan Barbecue Buffet
Lunch: S$29.80++
Dinner: S$38.80++

50 Jurong Gateway Road JEM, 03-11/12,
Singapore 608549
Tel: +65 6262 4329
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

SSIKKEK KOREAN GRILL

There are a few Ssikkek outlets in Singapore, and the popularity of each outlet leaves one little to wonder. It is really a simple and fuss-free place for some casual feasting. While Ssikkek doesn’t have the best quality meat such as Wagyu, it makes up for it with its competitive pricing and lively atmosphere. Meat, grill and a couple of fresh accompaniments—what more could you possibly ask for?

Buffet Lunch & Dinner
Adult: S$24.90++

231 Bain St
#02-01
Singapore 180231
Tel: +65 6336 4476
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

SUKI-YA

If you’re hankering for something soupy and comforting such as sukiyaki or even shabu shabu, then Suki-Ya is probably your best bet. Priding themselves on offering diners an unforgettable dining experience that won’t break the bank, you can rest assured that quality is not something overlooked here. All their meat offerings are of good quality so you won’t have to feel bad about gorging them down by the plate-full.

Lunch Buffet
Adult: S$18.90++
Child: S$14.90++

Dinner Buffet
Adult: S$24.90++
Child: S$17.90++

6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-183B/C
Marina Square
Singapore 039594
Tel: +65 6337 9969
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Fri to Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

We always believe that the best way to barbecue meat is over charcoal. It gives it that subtle hint of smokiness that elevates its overall flavour. Wang Dae Bak has long been our go-to for a seriously good Korean BBQ meal and until this day, it is still one of our top choices when we’re craving Korean barbecue.

Most Korean BBQ places in Singapore use an electric grill where the heat can be adjusted accordingly. However, Wang Dae Bak prefers to use charcoal instead and we absolutely love it. This gives our meats a nice char and a delightful taste that far exceeds that of cooking on an electric grill.

Wang Dae Bak has been around for years but they still garner a huge crowd and snaking queues, especially during peak hours. Call ahead to reserve a seat if you want to skip the long wait. Here’s what we love about Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Restaurant.

Treat yourself and splurge on their premium meats because it is worth every cent. We typically go for the Boneless Prime Rib, Marinated Chicken, Pork Belly and Marinated Shoulder-Loin.

We do recommend going for a good variety of marinated and non-marinated meats to get a taste of their best offerings. Since chicken is not as flavourful on its own without seasoning or a marinade, the Marinated Chicken is a great choice, even more so when wrapped with some fresh lettuce leaves and kimchi.

The Boneless Prime Rib is, of course, a must. The gorgeous marbling of the beef creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture when cooked to a nice medium to medium-rare.

Besides their host of fantastic meats, try the Spicy Seafood Tofu Soup or Kimchi Pancake for a complete meal and a more rounded out experience.

Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Restaurant
22 Cross Street
#01-64 China Square Central
Singapore 048421
Tel: +65 6225 2646
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Chinatown/Telok Ayer

Specialising in a variety of authentic Korean fare from its homemade noodles (guksu), Korean fried chicken and even their signature Korean-style hot pot (jeongol), Guksu over at Suntec City is a tribute of all things traditional.

This new-age Korean Restaurant also happens to be the first specialised Jeongol house in Singapore and although their menu boasts mainly stews and noodle dishes—including the highly popular hae shin tang and yuk gae jang meon—their Korean fried chicken wings are a must-try as well.

So round up your squad, whether they may be Korean food enthusiasts or simply your beer-drinking buddies because Guksu is a restaurant worth checking out.

SNOWING CHICKEN

In need of a something to go with your beer? Then be sure to order up a platter of Guksu’s stellar Korean fried chicken. The menu boasts a pretty impressive array of deep-fried options to choose from such as soy, spicy, wasabi and of course the good-old classic but we decided to go with the Snowing Chicken (S$34.90).

Great for sharing among up to 4 people, this mammoth-sized platter sees a long stack of Korean fried chicken wings slathered with a savoury garlic cream and generously topped with their homemade snow powder (essentially a honey butter and garlic mixture).

Striking the right balance between sweet, savoury and crunchy, we can see why this is a crowdpleaser. The dish is served with a side of mashed potato and pickled radish that both do well to cut through the grease and sweetness of the chicken wings.

CHICKEN CHEESE FONDUE

Who doesn’t love nuggets of crunchy fried chicken—or anything for that matter—dunked in bubbling hot cheese? If just the thought of it is enough to get you pumped, then the Cheese Chicken Fondue (S$39.90) is something you must try.

Great for sharing, this sensational dish comes with potato wedges as well and everything is generously topped with their signature snow powder for added flavour.

CHICKEN CHEESE FONDUE CHOCOLATE

For the adventurous, you might also want to try their Cheese Chicken Fondue Chocolate Flavour (S$46.90) that is essentially the same except with the addition of literal chunks of dark chocolate. The idea of chicken and chocolate might take some getting used to, but believe us when we say that the combination works.

BEEF SHORT RIB

Featuring marinated prime beef short ribs, lettuce, rice and another garnishing, the So Kalbi Sal Set (S$28) is essentially a miniaturised version of Korean barbecue.

Marinated for a long period of time, the beef was flavourful inside and out but the real kicker was having the edges caramelise on the grill.

PORK SHORT RIB

Another barbecue item to consider is the Samgyeopsal Set (S$23). Essentially the same line up of ingredients except swapping out the beef short rib for pork belly, this dish offers diners a much more fatty but flavourful experience.

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Guksu
#02-385, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6334 7950
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Walking down Craig Road in Tanjong Pagar, it would be easy to miss the unassuming Kko Chi Bar, a Korean BBQ skewer restaurant. It took us quite awhile to find the restaurant as it was tucked away in a corner with a signboard featuring only Korean words. However, our little adventure to Kko Chi Bar was just so worth it.

The restaurant is run by a Korean owner who spent most of his early life in China, hence the menu has a very distinct Chinese influence. Each table has an interesting auto-rotating BBQ machine where you can simply place the skewers on and the machine rolls each skewer periodically to ensure that the meats and vegetables are cooked evenly.

The menu is pretty straightforward with a huge variety of skewers and other classic Korean dishes that you would find at any Korean restaurant. You can either pick from the a la carte menu or go for the value-for-money skewer sets.

The Set A (2 pax, S$45) is a great choice for those dining in a pair as it features a whopping 24 skewers that you can enjoy. The set includes–Chicken Skewers, Marbled Beef Skewers, Lamb Skewers, Sliced Lamb Chop Skewers, Pork Belly Skewers, Pork Belly with Enoki Mushroom, Shishamo Skewers, Grilled Mushroom Skewers, Garlic Moss Skewers and Mushroom Skewers.

Each set comes with banchan such as Kimchi and white rice to complement the skewers. You will also be served 2 condiments, a non-spicy dry dip and a sweet and spicy Korean-style chilli sauce. Each skewer was delicious but the spicy Lamb Skewers were a stand-out.

The lamb is dry-rubbed with Szechuan-style spices that reminded us of good ol’ Ma La Xiang Guo. The gaminess of the lamb is rid completely as the spices complement the juicy meat outstandingly well.

Kko Chi Bar
10 Craig Rd
Singapore 089670
Tel: +65 9730 4433
Daily: 6pm to 3pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Korean BBQ restaurants are, without a doubt, abundant in Singapore and the vast options cater to different needs—whether you are after something easy on the pockets or really looking to indulge in quality meats.

Some days, cheap Korean BBQ restaurants just don’t cut it (although prices are insanely attractive) because honestly, nothing beats having your meat grilled over charcoal; it is the most authentic way of having Korean BBQ and not to mention that heavenly smoky and charred flavour on the succulent meat.

Hailing all the way from South Korea, Seorae Korean Charcoal BBQ should be on your must-visit list of Korean restaurants the next time you are craving for better-than-average Korean BBQ.

Known best for their Galmaegisal (S$21.90++), or otherwise known as pork skirt meat in English, Seorae’s signature meat comes highly recommended by their staff. Well-marinated with the perfect lean meat to fat ratio, the Galmaegisal is THE item you have to try before leaving the restaurant.

Other meat choices over there include the Garlic Galmaegisal, Seorae Samgyeobsal, and Hangari Samgyeobsal.

Fans of cheese will definitely love how Seorae gives complimentary cheese and eggs for diners who order grilled meat. Allow the cheese to melt and go for that Instagram-worthy cheese pull!

Another highlight at Seorae has to be their 2-In-1 Jjigae lunch set (S$35.90++). The hearty set features rice, ramyeon, two soft drinks, two side dishes and two broths of your preference (kimchi, bean paste, red chilli and non-spicy bulgogi sauce).

Diners can also top up S$28 to get additional two BBQ meats to make it a more substantial meal.

Seorae Korean Charcoal BBQ
50 Jurong Gateway Road
#B1-10, JEM
Singapore 608549
Tel: +65 9199 8729
Sun to Thu: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

68 Orchard Road
#02-01, Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 9181 2709
Sun to Thu: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

For more recommendations, here are 8 of the best Korean BBQ restaurants in Singapore.

If you are craving for authentic Korean food after having binge-watched a whole series of K-dramas, Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant might just be the perfect place to head to.

Situated just a 3-minute walk away from Tanjong Pagar MRT station along Peck Seah Street, Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant offers some of the best Korean cuisines in Singapore. They serve a tantalising collection of Korean fare, ranging from barbecue meats to stews and Korean fried chicken.

The spacious interior of Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant makes it the perfect place for a casual meal with family and friends or even group gatherings. This Korean restaurant is well-furnished and has a homely feel, atop the authentic taste of their Korean cuisine. It is no wonder that this place is frequented by many Koreans!

In addition, Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant has several private dining rooms fit for small private functions.

JAEYUL-BOSAM WRAPPED KIMCHI WITH PORK

Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant boasts this dish as their signature dish and there is no doubt why. Use the lettuce to wrap the pork belly as well as the kimchi which had fresh oysters hidden beneath it—the taste of each component complemented each other, making this dish pleasantly balanced.

SPICY SAUSAGE STEW

No Korean dining experience will ever be truly completed without army stew. The Spicy Sausage Stew (S$38 / S$48) that we had was absolutely delicious—the savoury yet slightly tangy broth definitely did not disappoint, although it was milder than those that you’d usually get elsewhere.

Indeed, it is hard to go wrong with army stew—we would gladly finish this huge portion of army stew at Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant!

ASSORTMENT OF AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES

One would be glad to hear that the menu at Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant is as extensive as it can get. Take your pick from their wide array of options, including Korean Fried Chicken (S$20 for half, S$36 for whole), Korean Seafood Pancake (S$19) and Beef Bulgogi Bibimbap!

If you are with a group of friends, opt for their sharing portions for their Korean BBQ and barbeque your own meats to get the full Korean dining experience! Their Seasoned Prime Rib (S$33) should not be missed!

Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant may not be the most affordable Korean restaurant you can find in Singapore, but rest assured that they definitely do not compromise on the quality of their food. Given the authenticity and quality of their food, Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant is definitely worth a try.

Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant
2, Peck Seah Street
Singapore 079305
Tel: +65 6225 1317
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

As far as international cuisine is concerned, Korean food is one of those things that bears timeless appeal. What began as nothing more than a fad (courtesy of the Korean wave) is now ingrained into Singapore’s culinary landscape.

If Korean fried chicken, Korean barbecue and army stew are all things that get you jumping then we have good news for you. With Eatigo’s unique ability to allow diners to enjoy savings each time they make a reservation, you get to enjoy more of what you love (in this case, Korean food) without burning too deep a hole in your wallet!

If you haven’t already heard or sought Eatigo’s services, then now is a good time to start. What the brand essentially does is it allows you to make reservations at all of your favourite restaurants and eateries and throws in attractive discounts as well. Think discounts of up to 50% every day from some of Singapore’s top hotel buffets, casual dining spots and so much more!

Here are 9 Korean restaurants and eateries in Singapore where you can savour some of the finest Korean food at up to 50% off.

#1 SEORAE KOREAN CHARCOAL BBQ

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#2 KKO CHI BAR

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Kko Chi Bar is an underrated Korean bar in Tanjong Pagar that specialises in barbecued meat skewers. The founder of Kko Chi Bar was born in South Korea but raised in China, hence the food that he serves here are mostly Korean, with a touch of Chinese flair.

The barbecued skewer machines on the table ensure that each skewer is cooked well and evenly—something we thoroughly enjoyed. The spicy lamb skewers impressed us the most. Marinated in a plethora of dry spices reminiscent of Szechuan spices, the lamb was rid of all gaminess and was incredibly flavourful. The simple but tasty Potato Pancakes (S$18) is a must try to complement the rich skewers.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo anytime between 12am to 1.30am to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

10 Craig Road
Singapore 089670
Tel: +65 9730 4433
Daily: 6pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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#3 CHO-WON GARDEN KOREAN RESTAURANT

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Situated just a 2-minute walk away from Tanjong Pagar MRT station, Cho-won Garden Korean Restaurant serves authentic Korean food which tastes as amazing as it looks.

Their signature dish is the Jaeyuk-Bosam Wrapped Kimchi with Pork—the crunch from the lettuce and the kimchi underneath went well with the soft texture of the pork. We also loved their Haemul-Kimchi-Jeon which was essentially a seafood kimchi pancake—as well as the seasoned prime rib, YangNyeom-Kalbi-Sal.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo for either 2.30pm, 9pm or at 9.30pm to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

2, Peck Seah Street,
Singapore 079305
Tel: +65 6225 1317
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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#4 CHICKEN UP

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Chicken Up boasts as one of the most popular places to get the best Korean fried chicken fix and authentic Korean dishes. Think seafood pancake, army stew and even watermelon soju!

We loved their bulgogi fries where the crispy and thick-cut fries were topped with tender beef bulgogi, onion and mayonnaise—a combination so incredibly delectable you definitely wouldn’t want to miss this. Pair your food with their watermelon soju and end your meal with some Korean bingsu! From appetisers to main dishes and sweet treats, Chicken Up certainly doesn’t disappoint.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo to enjoy half price almost every day before dinner from 11am all the to 5.30pm.

Do note that drinks are not available for Eatigo discount.

#01-33H, 176A Orchard Road
Centerpoint
Singapore 238844
Tel: +65 6635 2651
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Chicken Up also has 3 other outlets at Tanjong Pagar, Buangkok and Parkway Parade which are available for reservations on Eatigo.

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#5 KIMCHI KOREAN RESTAURANT

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For classic Korean food, head over to Kimchi Korean Restaurant at Suntec City. This spacious restaurant whips up delightful Korean dishes, such as Kimchi slow-cooked stew, kimchi pancake and beef bulgogi bibimbap.

Something different that we tried was the crispy potato cheese pancake, something we rarely come across in Korean cuisines. We loved their Ginseng chicken soup which tasted incredibly comforting and homely. Their broth was flavourful yet not too thick—we just kept going back for the next spoonful!

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo for either 5pm or at 5.30pm to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

3 Temasek Boulevard, #02-387
Suntec City Convention Tower,
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6337 7811
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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#6 OVEN & FRIED CHICKEN

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Whether you crave chicken that’s baked, fried or smothered in ice cream (yes, we’re serious), Oven & Fried Chicken has it all covered. Tuck into a splendid array of crispy-beyond-belief Korean-style fried chicken as well as a fine selection of Korean traditional side dishes.

What makes their chicken unique to other Korean fried chicken joints is their use of rice flour as opposed to regular flour, which ensures that the chicken achieves an unbelievably crispy crust without being greasy. It also locks in moisture, allowing each bite to be jam-packed with steaming chicken goodness.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo for either 11pm or 11.30pm to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

230 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437018
Tel: +65 6247 9242
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 1am
Tue & Sun: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.40pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

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#7 GUKSU RESTAURANT

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Specialising in a variety of authentic Korean fare from its homemade noodles (guksu), Korean fried chicken and even their signature Korean-style hot pot (jeongol), Guksu over at Suntec City is a tribute of all things traditional.

From their stellar Korean fried chicken, Korean barbecue short ribs and numerous other Korean stews and noodles, you will surely be spoiled for choice here. Not only do they keep their food true to the recipes of old, every dish at Guksu is also made fresh daily with zero preservatives.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo between 3.30pm to 4.30pm on weekends or 2.30pm, 5pm and 9pm on weekdays to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

#02-385, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6334 7950
Mon to Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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#8 I’M KIM KOREAN BBQ @ SOTA

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Lauded as one of the most affordable Korean barbecue joints in town, I’m Kim Korean BBQ is a meat haven that you need to check out.

The concept of the restaurant is pretty straightforward. Simply pick from a selection of cooked food, soups, condiments, meats and more. We are huge fans of their volcano chicken, beef rolls as well as their Bushimgae (Korean pancakes).

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo for either 2pm or 9pm to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

01, 1 Zubir Said Drive, 04/05/06/07
SOTA
Singapore 227968
Tel: +65 6238 7218
Daily: 11.30am – 3.30am, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

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#9 SEOUL YUMMY

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Known for dishing out quintessential traditional Korean cuisine with a modern twist, the homegrown Korean casual eatery in Singapore has won the hearts of many who crave proper Korean food at relatively affordable prices.

Among their highly recommended dishes are the Chingu Cheese Pot, Sarang Bibimbap and their signature army stews. The restaurant also serves plenty of other favourites and comfort food, perfect to satiate all Korean food cravings.

For the most savings, make your reservations via Eatigo for either 11am, 3pm, 5pm or 9pm to enjoy 50% off your total bill.

9 Bishan Place, Junction 8 #01-40,
Singapore 579837
Tel: +65 6570 2033
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bishan

Seoul Yummy also has another outlet at Causeway Point which is available for reservations on Eatigo.

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WHAT IS EATIGO?

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Being the only reservation service that offers up to 50% off dining bills every day at over 3000 restaurants across 6 countries, Eatigo is every foodie’s answer to great dining experiences at relatively low costs. Simply make a reservation at any available time slot to enjoy varying discounts of up to 50%! Available on iOS, Android and Web.

This post is brought to you by Eatigo.

 

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