KTOWN BBQ & HOTPOT — Restaurant in Cincinnati

The process was a little confusing and I’m not sure if it was greatly explained to myself at least as far as ordering went. You can for $5 more a person get hot pot and bbq, but you’ll be ordering off both sides of both menus to get veggies and meats for both grilling and separately for the hot pot, although you’re able to grill any of the hot pot meats you won’t likely be able to put any of the grill meats in the hot pot because of the thickness. Go for the bulgogi beef , steak and short rib, I wasn’t able to try the garlic shrimp or anything, but most of all the other things we got were very bland and had no seasonings , be sure to hit up the sauce bar and topping bar BEFORE you get to the table and ask for a knife , all things i had to get up for myself several times cuz I just wasn’t prepared lol. Overall, I’d go back if my family was going but probably not for myself. Only other thing I’d say is she did come once to spray the grill and give us a new grill plate but even with the new one the meat absolutely stuck to the grill to the point I couldn’t even scrape it off and that only takes a few seconds, so just watch your food, . She did offer to bring more things and offered to get anyone more broth, K town broth was good if you add your own made sauce to it it’s not so bland and you’re able to turn down your hot pots yourself too which is good. Definitely go to try it out. It’s a family experience. Didn’t hate it at all just could’ve flowed a little better and if the meats and more things were seasoned it would’ve probably been an easy 4-5 stars. Also because they only give you very small plastic plates that when you try and cut into the meat you have which can be a bit difficult to cut through, my steak and meat went flying like 4 times because the plate is so flimsy. I also didn’t get everything I ordered but could’ve been because we were a party of 7, just some things to consider when going there. Take away after your meal will run you $13.99/lb ,2 hr time limit and they say they reserve the right to add a 20% I believe charge (which is fine) if you don’t eat most of the food you get. Just another few notes some may not see on the menu but...

The Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Korean BBQ in Cincinnati

This place just gets it. The vibe, the energy, the endless plates of sizzling meat—it’s everything you want in an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience. KTOWN isn’t just about stuffing yourself with food (though you absolutely can); it’s about having fun while doing it.

Now, let’s be real—some spots might offer slightly better cuts of meat. But here’s the trade-off: for the price, the experience, and the sheer variety, KTOWN is unbeatable. You’re getting a spread of K-BBQ favorites, unlimited portions, and the option to go hotpot too—all at a cost that makes it a no-brainer.

The game plan? • Short rib is a must. • Steak? Absolutely, get it on the grill. • Try everything. No need to pick favorites when you can have it all. • Rice is non-negotiable. It rounds out the meal perfectly.

But the real surprise? The sauce bar. This is next-level. You get to build your own flavors, mix and match, and take control of how your meal hits. Add in strong appetizers and a surprisingly solid dessert selection, and KTOWN proves they’re not cutting corners.

The atmosphere? Feels like a night out in Seoul’s K-Town. Loud, energetic, and fun. And the cherry on top? Some of the kindest service I’ve had in a long time.

Cincinnati doesn’t have a huge Korean BBQ scene, but KTOWN is absolutely worth it. If you want a night of great food, great value, and an experience that goes beyond just eating—this...

It's OK. Nothing they bring out is seasoned, it depends fairly heavily on the make your own sauces bar. This seems like it would be fine except that, your first time there, you won't know anything about making the sauces aside from the few ideas they give you posted above the sauce bar. For newcomers, this means that you're there with a bunch of unfamiliar flavors trying to mix them into something palatable and know which menu items those particular flavors would pair with; it's far too much onus on the customer to determine their own experience. For instance, Melting Pot will walk through sauces with you and explain different stocks and how they pair with different foods. Gyu-Kaku seasons their meats and has some basic sauce options at the table. Both of these competitors in the "cook your own food" niche ensure more consistent experiences because they're doing more on the back end to ensure it. KTown just hands you a plate of raw meat, gestures vaguely at the griddle and sauce bar, and says "Good luck". It's a fun novelty and I could see maybe getting decent at the sauce bar and making some really tasty stuff but, after the first experience feeling like I'm muddling around on my own to try and create decent flavors, am I really going to put in the time and not inconsiderable expense to get there when other similar options are doing it...