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Korean BBQ for First-Time Visitors

Korean barbecue is a shared table experience: meat is grilled in front of you and eaten with side dishes, sauces and leafy wraps.

Before ordering

Check whether the menu requires a minimum number of portions and whether the grill specializes in pork, beef or both. One “portion” is not always a complete meal for one person.

At the table

1. Let staff take over if they begin grilling the meat.
2. Use the provided grill tools rather than personal chopsticks for raw meat.
3. Try meat alone first, then add sauce or make a lettuce wrap.
4. Order rice, stew, noodles or fried rice if you want a fuller finish.

Dietary questions

Do not assume a vegetable side dish is vegetarian or that beef is halal. Broths, sauces and grills may involve meat, seafood or alcohol. Ask the restaurant directly and use officially categorized Muslim-friendly listings when relevant.

Paying and service

Tipping is generally not expected. Water and some side dishes may be self-service; follow the signs or ask staff.