Stand Up PLZ BBQ — Restaurant in Taipei

Last weekend, I decided to check out Stand up PLZ BBQ, a Korean barbecue restaurant that has been popping up all over social media lately. Overall, I’d say it was quite an interesting experience, although it wasn’t without its flaws.

First of all, the quality of the food is excellent. The meat they serve is incredibly fresh, juicy, and tender, and you can really taste the difference compared to more average barbecue places. One of the best features of this restaurant is that the staff handles all the grilling for you right at your table. It’s perfect for people who either don’t want to deal with the hassle of cooking or who simply want to focus on chatting and enjoying their meal without worrying about burning the meat. I barely had to touch my chopsticks except to pick up perfectly grilled slices of beef or pork that were placed in front of me.

The atmosphere, however, is a bit of a double-edged sword. The restaurant blasts loud Korean pop music, which definitely creates a fun, high-energy vibe. It almost feels like you’ve stepped into a night club rather than a traditional barbecue place. The flashing lights and thumping bass make it a lively spot that seems especially popular with younger crowds, many of whom come here for dates or gatherings with friends. While it’s entertaining and trendy, it can be overwhelming if you’re looking for a quiet dinner or want to have a proper conversation without shouting over the music.

One of the biggest downsides, though, is the wait time and parking. The area around the restaurant doesn’t have a lot of parking spaces, making it quite difficult to find a place for your car. On top of that, there’s often a long queue to get a table. When I went there around 10 PM, I was surprised to wait nearly 40 minutes even though there were several empty tables visible inside. That part was pretty frustrating and made me wonder about how the staff manages seating.

Despite those issues, I’d still recommend Stand up PLZ BBQ to anyone craving quality Korean barbecue and a vibrant atmosphere. Just be prepared for the noise, the crowds, and a potentially long wait before you can...

There was always a line to get into this place so we thought it must be good! We went on a Friday night and the wait wasn’t too bad - around 20 mins - perhaps also because on Fridays and Saturdays there is a 90-min limit to dine. Servers were all friendly and will cook the meats for you. You can ask for an English menu - albeit handwritten, it’s definitely better than just guessing what you’re ordering.

The meats were good quality and cooked tender, plus the beer was cold - pretty much all you need for a great barbecue restaurant experience. PS. For sides, try the delicious golden kimchi!

Also this place is called ‘stand up and eat barbecue’ because that is literally what you’ll be doing. Not for those who can’t be on their feet as there really are no chairs. They do provide plastic bins to store your belongings, which are placed...

This place is always packed on the weekends with hip young people so we wanted to check it out to see what the hype is. We really liked the meat, the first two beef dishes (marinated) were sweet and tasty. We also ordered the third one on the menu that was more like a steak which you dip in salt. We would get the first two again. Banchan are extra and paid in advanced (cash or line pay) but beer and drinks and all the food can be paid with credit card. You can do their apollo challenge if you order a beer and a soju. If you finish the soju beer bomb within 11 seconds you get a free plate of meat (only beef bacon or fatty pork). Would be really fun for a group. During weekday lunch time it is surprisingly good for strollers. There are no chairs so stroller fit nicely into...