The staffs are quite noisy, they are talking loudly inside the resto. The staff also mentioned that the review should be 5 stars to get the review event. Banchan are also so so. The D7 branch is better than the D2 one.
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GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant - Restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
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The Story
About This Place
Gwan Dang Jip sits at the end of a narrow alleyway off Thao Dien's main strip — an address that filters for people who came specifically for it. The dining room runs on booth-style seating beneath Jeju Island imagery, a décor choice that functions as a geographic shorthand for the cooking rather than a decorative theme. Banchan is handled seriously: a self-serve bar stocked with kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, Korean pancake, pickled radish, garlic, green chili, fresh lettuce, and perilla leaves, all free to refill throughout the meal. Staff manage the grill themselves, monitoring timing and doneness so the meat arrives ready to eat without leaving that work to the diner. Seafood soup anchors the heavier end of the menu — rich and warming across multiple accounts. The pineapple smoothie has accumulated its own following.
Sustaining a 4.9-star average across 1,101 Google reviews is a number that tends to require consistency rather than novelty, and what the reviews describe repeatedly is value: the banchan spread alone offsets a meaningful portion of the bill, and the main dishes are priced below comparable Korean BBQ elsewhere in the district. The kitchen runs until 2 AM every night of the week, which gives the restaurant a practical niche that most Thao Dien options don't occupy — it draws late groups who want a long, unhurried meal after other places have closed. The crowd skews toward small groups and families rather than quick turnovers. One practical note: the alley entrance makes car parking difficult; motorbikes are the sensible approach. A second branch operates in District 7 for those who find this location too far east.
self-serve banchan bar with free refillsstaff-grilled meatsseafood souppineapple smoothielate-night hours until 2 am
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Reviews
4.9(1237)
Amazing Korean restaurant with authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and friendly service. The BBQ was delicious, side dishes generous, atmosphere cozy, and prices reasonable. Highly recommended for Korean food lovers everyone.
My favourite Korean restaurant in Thao Dien. Delicious food, friendly service and simple, local design. The pineapple smoothie is incredible.
I had a great dining experience at this restaurant last night. The grilled meat was very fresh, juicy, and full of flavor. What I really appreciated was how attentive and enthusiastic the staff were — they grilled the meat for me with great care, making sure everything was cooked perfectly so I could enjoy it right away. I also tried the seafood soup, and it was delicious, rich in flavor, and comforting. Another big plus is that one stays open late, making it perfect spot for late-night dinner. Highly recommended if you’re looking for authentic Korean BBQ with warm and thoughtful service!
come here for KBBQ! The meat was tasty, and the side dishes were great. The staff were friendly and quick to help. The place was clean and had a nice vibe.
Visit Tips
Visiting GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant
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Open late: Doors stay open past 4 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.
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Breakfast available: Opens by 4 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Thao Dien.
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Reservations: Call +84 972 070 844 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: late-night dinner, group dinner, family meals, casual hangout.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked
- Is parking available at GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant?
- Car parking is difficult due to the narrow alleyway entrance; reviews note "ample space for motorbikes" and recommend arriving by motorbike.
- Is GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant open late night?
- The kitchen runs until 2 AM every night, making it one of the few Thao Dien options for late groups wanting a long, unhurried meal after other places have closed.
- What's the best dish at GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant?
- Reviewers consistently highlight the grilled meats, the free-refill banchan bar, and the seafood soup described as "rich in flavor." The pineapple smoothie has also accumulated its own following.
- Is GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant good for groups?
- Multiple reviews describe it as "perfect for family meals or hanging out with friends," with booth-style seating and a cozy atmosphere that suits small groups over quick turnovers.
- Is GWAN DANG JIP Ho Chi Minh City Korean BBQ Restaurant quiet or loud?
- One review notes staff talk loudly inside the restaurant, suggesting the dining room can be noisy during busy service.
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