9292 Korean BBQ — Restaurant in Duluth

This is our first time coming to 9292 Korean BBQ.

The meat quality here is “alright” for the AYCE BBQ. I hoped they had more options, but it was VERY limited. The only meat we really liked was the pork belly and the seasoned pork rib. It’s crazy that GalBi isn’t one of the AYCE meat since they have a A La Carte menu which has many more meat. The bulgogi there is alright, needs more seasoning since it’s bland. The eggs was delicious, but we only had it once. The bean sprout and cheese corn was whatever.

I feel REALLY bad for Daniel, he’s running around and trying to cook our meat while refilling our drinks/side dishes and replacing our grill. The man was put to WORK! I expected for a Korean BBQ, we cook our own meat and do our own thing, but NOOOO not here. Daniel cooked, cut, the prepare the meat for us. I tried to help, but he did most of the work. I feel like there’s so much going on that he can’t refill our drink without us asking or pouring in the cheese corn/bean sprout/eggs. Also, the little areas for the eggs/corn cheese/bean sprout, after a while I don’t know if it’s oil, but it got super hot and started spitting oil or whatever at our hands. Daniel did the best he could and his hair was still perfect after all that running! But it was inefficient for making the server do everything.

I love the concept of charcoal grill, but these grills were really small and tight. It limits the meat we cook and the charcoal had ember flying out which a few flew to our hand while grabbing the meat. The ventilation is not there! It was smoky and HOT! The smoke was flying to everyone face and it was unbearable after a while. Feel like I was in a sauna. Also, be careful because the charcoal was SUPER HOT so the little side dishes around the grill start spitting oil and your hands will get hot. Don’t shower before you go because your hair, clothes, hands, everything will smell like meat after.

Overall, the service is amazing, but they need better ventilation and meat selection for AYCE KBQ. I was surprise to see the limit of the meat selection and the only difference between AYCE A and B is premium beef briskets. It was highly recommended by my friend and the reviews is high as well, but it was very disappointing and...

I have to start this review by saying Dillon is the best server I have ever had, but I’ll get into that in a second. I am incredibly impressed with this place. I visited Atlanta on a family trip and we decided to start the trip right by getting kbbq immediately after we landed. We have great Korean food options in Chicago, I was very much expecting to be getting the same or less in terms of quality and service. Can I just say, this is now my favorite KBBQ place in the whole country (although tied for first place with another kbbq fav of mine in Chicago)!! First off the food, the quality of the meats are amazing, you can taste the flavor of the meat is fresh and clean. The taste of the meats were just so much better in quality than a lot of places. The sides are great too, but I did wish there were more classic Korean side dishes. We ordered the set combo menu for 4 people and we literally every meat course. Nothing was bad or underwhelming! I left each course wanting more of that meat, but also left very full. Only thing I didn’t LOVE was the fried rice at the end, I want to try the noodles next time. Now for the thing that really makes this place stand out, the service! As mentioned at the start of my review, Dillon is fantastic. I have NEVER had service this good at a Korean restaurant or at any restaurant. My family and I even started joking that he could read our minds! He would refill our side dishes and water before we even needed to ask him, he would start cooking the next set of the meat right when we were close to finishing the previous one, he checked in on us once in a while but not too much or too little. I felt like Goldilocks and that I found a server that was just right! This was the first time at a restaurant ever that I NEVER had to call a waiter over. We literally did not have to ask him for anything. It’s like he just KNEW. He was also so so so nice! Very professional and informative while being sweet and playful with my niece. It’s like Dillon was created at a perfect server factory. I promise I’ll be back to Atlanta soon just for...

A Culinary Journey Elevated by Michael's Exceptional Service

My recent visit to 9292 Korean BBQ was nothing short of extraordinary, and it was largely due to the impeccable service rendered by Michael. From the moment we stepped in, his warm smile and genuine enthusiasm set the tone for an unforgettable dining experience.

What truly stood out was not just the delicious array of dishes but the personal touch Michael added to our evening. His attention to detail and eagerness to ensure our comfort and satisfaction were truly remarkable. He effortlessly guided us through the menu, offering recommendations that perfectly complemented our preferences.

However, the star of the evening, apart from Michael's exceptional service, was undoubtedly the lettuce side dish. I must admit, I've never experienced such a simple dish that made such a profound impact on my palate. The crisp freshness of the lettuce combined with the savory, aromatic flavors left me completely enamored. Michael's presentation of this seemingly humble side dish elevated it to a level of sheer culinary delight. It was a refreshing and delightful addition to our meal that we couldn't get enough of.

Moreover, Michael's knowledge about the ingredients and the way he articulated the history behind this seemingly ordinary dish added an extra layer of appreciation. His passion for the cuisine was evident, making the entire dining experience not just about the food, but a journey into Korean culinary traditions.

In essence, Michael's dedication to ensuring our satisfaction coupled with his expertise in enhancing even the simplest of dishes like the lettuce side dish transformed our evening into an unforgettable gastronomic adventure. His warmth and professionalism truly made our visit to 9292 Korean BBQ an exceptional one, and I cannot wait to return for another incredible dining experience.

Kudos to Michael for being a shining example of exceptional service and for turning a seemingly ordinary dish into an unforgettable...