The Best Korean BBQ in Adelaide For a Sizzling Feast

Nothing satiates a carnivorous craving quite like an old-fashioned, DIY Korean BBQ. From the premium cuts of meat and fresh seafood to the cook-it-yourself grill and generous share platters for the whole gang, the gogi-gui cooking style is a fantastic way to keep things lively at dinner – and to ensure your meal is prepared exactly how you like it!

Whether you are a seasoned pro at the ready or a first-time griller looking to see what the fuss is about, we’ve sizzled our way around the best Korean BBQ in Adelaide so you can experience the famous flaming delicacy from the city’s finest. Let’s dig in.  

Five Five Five Korean Diner

Inspired by the neon streets of Seoul, Five Five Five Korean Diner is a mecca for all things flame-grilled and delicious. A strong contender for the best Korean BBQ in Adelaide, these guys keep it real, with authentic dishes that have us dreaming of a trip to South Korea. From fried chicken and bibimbap to kimchi noodle soup and a flaming grill cooking your dishes beside you, you’ll want to wear your stretchy pants!

31 Field Street, Adelaide

KOSSO at Tea Tree Plaza

KOSSO invites diners to find a cosy space in its bustling venue, to enjoy rich and delicate meals that are perfect for any occasion. Think succulent wafts of top-grade wagyu sizzling on the grills, the sound of bulgogi scallion pancakes being torn haphazardly and shared between groups, soju caps being aggressively flicked, and fried garlic chicken crunching delectably upon first bite. 

This is the KOSSO Korean BBQ Restaurant – our new go-to place for Korean BBQ in Adelaide. 

Sitchu Tip: The cold Korean noodles and spicy octopus mandu dumplings are a must-try. 

976 North East Road, Modbury

Plus 82 GoGi

Plus 82 GoGi brings all the authenticity, fun and flavour of Korean BBQ to your table to eat, share and savour with your favourite people. You’ll find your BBQ plate at your table, ready to heat up as you get hands-on with fresh and marinated meats, a la carte options, sides and veggie dishes, sizzling away to your heart’s content.

With a quality Feed Me option available for less than $50, this is some bang for your buck. The best news? A second venue has opened to cater to more of Adelaide’s Korean-obsessed foodies!

12 Eliza Street, Adelaide & 128 Goodwood Road, Goodwood

Gangnam Korean BBQ 

This is a great little Korean BBQ restaurant where you can cook your meat of choice and enjoy shockingly good value. Gangnam Korean BBQ’s meats are fairly priced and juicy, and all sides offer a delicious accompaniment.

With little online presence, you’ll have to take our word for it – go for the skewers, which cook themselves, making it a lot easier than traditional KBBQ places. 

Shop 3/133 Gouger Street, Adelaide

Plus 82 Pocha

Lunch or dinner, meat-eater or vegan, everyone is catered for at Plus 82 Pocha, a Korean street food haven. Enjoy dishes prepared in the Seoul way that offers a unique twist on the classic style. Dishes range from fan favourite Korean Fried Chicken to the zingy Kimchi Pancake and kimchi cheese loaded fries, while the Feed Me option is perfect when you want to try a bit of everything. Not to be ignored is the choice of drinks – from South Australian wines to tasty Korean cocktails.

Sitchu Tip: Try the creamy carbonara tteok-bo-kki in a pot for next-level indulgence. 

Shop 3 / 25 Grenfell Street, Adelaide

May Q Korean Restaurant & Bar

With great music, fresh cocktails and lively bar ambience, this Leigh Street hotspot is the perfect spot to catch up with friends or for a fun date night. Complete with an expansive Soju collection (think melon and coconut, and a Soju paddle if you’d like to taste-test a few) and weekday wine specials, settle in for an evening of chill vibes and epic eats at May Q.

13 Leigh Street, Adelaide

Chunky Obba Gogi

Immerse yourself in the fun vibes of Chunky Obba Gogi that will get your senses tingling before you’ve even looked at the menu. This is the place to go for authentic and top-quality Korean BBQ, with the team specialising in choice cuts of meat flavoured with their house-made marinades, served in a classic sharing style. This is one deliciously authentic (and fun) Korean BBQ experience.

New location opening soon.

K-pub

If the glowing reviews aren’t enough to get you to K-pub, we don’t know what is. The Gouger Street venue is a unique combination of an Aussie pub mixed with the tastes and vibrancy of Korea.

The chefs from Seoul have created a delicious menu, so this is some seriously authentic fare, complete with Korean wines and Soju to try. A brilliant atmosphere with all the Korean share dishes you could ask for, plus a completely separate plant-based menu for the vegans and vegetarians in your life – so no one misses out on the good times.

167 Gouger Street, Adelaide

BeWon Korean Restaurant

It may be unassuming from the outside, but this Hutt Street local is full of flavour, sizzle and spice. They’ve only been open at this location for a short while and aren’t big on social media, but the team at BeWon are making a name for themselves with some of the best Korean BBQ in town.

Settle in at your table – complete with DIY grill, of course – and choose your meat (beef, chicken, octopus, eel, pork or short rib) and side selections and get grilling. If you’re not feeling the BBQ, choose from Korean hot pot, Korean fried chicken and a selection of smaller starters like dumplings or noodles to satisfy your cravings.

180 Hutt Street, Adelaide

Mr Bulgogi

Okay, this may not be a DIY grill situation, but with two locations and known for its authentic fare and great service, Mr Bulgogi is worth a mention, all but guaranteed to satisfy whether you’re dining in or taking away. Kick things off with corn cheese or fried pork dumplings before getting stuck into some spicy Jokbal (Korean-style pork hock) or a packed stir-fry. Finish off your feast with cold noodles or crunchy Korean fried chicken.

Shop 1, 32-36 Metro Parade, Mawson Lakes & 128 Wakefield Street, Adelaide

BanBan

Come for the cute, pastel decor and stay for the authentic Korean feast. Not sure what to order? Tick the “Feed Me” option on your menu, and the team at BanBan will take you on a Korean culinary adventure!

Picking out house specials from their simple yet sublime menu of chicken, kimchi, fries and rice dishes, expect traditional tastes with a Western touch. From kimchi fries and fried chicken to seafood pancakes and cheesy corn casserole, BanBan does comfort food like a boss.

145 Franklin Street, Adelaide

Did you love our pick of the best Korean BBQ in Adelaide and want to continue the foodie journey? You should check out more of our favourite spots, covering everything from fine dining to romantic bars.