Bros Korea 1980s (본점)

My visit to Bulgogi Brothers was more disappointing than expected, mainly because several meat cuts did not look especially fresh or appealing. That made it difficult to fully enjoy the meal, even though the overall concept was promising. I hope the selection and presentation are more consistent in the future, as this experience did not quite match what I was expecting.

This was my first solo dining experience, and unfortunately, it was not quite what I expected. I made a reservation online and was aware that if I didn't receive a confirmation email, I would still need to walk in, which I did at around 8:30 PM. The server informed me that there was no availability and asked me to come back at 9:20 PM. I asked if they could take down my number and inform me once the table was ready, but he said, “There will be a table ready at 9:20 PM.” I came back at 9:20 PM but still had to wait another 10 minutes. He then informed me that the last order was at 10 PM and that, according to their policy, solo diners would need to order from the special dinner menu, which costs around 30,000–60,000 more. I was completely okay with this as I had already read the terms and conditions during the online reservation. Things went wrong when I had my first bite. I wrapped the meat with lettuce and put it in my mouth, only to notice a green caterpillar crawling on my table. I looked at the person cooking for me and we made eye contact. I was honestly so confused, shocked and speechless. She took a tissue and removed the caterpillar for me, which I appreciate, and she also showed it to her colleagues. The problem was that I already had the lettuce and meat in my mouth at that moment. I had no idea whether I should spit it out and attract unwanted attention, so I ended up slowly chewing and swallowing it while hoping I wouldn't bite into something juicy other than the meat. 😭 What disappointed me most was that there was no apology or service recovery afterward. I understand that these things can happen, and I wasn't expecting anything excessive, but I would have appreciated at least an acknowledgment or apology after finding a live caterpillar on the table while eating lettuce. I guess you could say the lettuce was really fresh… maybe a little too fresh. The food itself was good, but I feel the service could have been better. At around 10:15 PM, I requested more meat as I had only ordered one serving of each while waiting for my table earlier. To my surprise, I was told that the kitchen had already closed at 10 PM. What confused me was seeing other tables that came in around 9:50 PM and even 10:10 PM being served with enormous portions of food and continuing to order upon request. Thankfully, after a short conversation, the server managed to bring me another three plates of meat, which I appreciated. Overall, I left feeling like I had paid extra for the special menu and somehow received special treatment in a different way. I would still recommend this place to those who enjoy having someone cook for them and like the convenience of that experience, but please be careful with what you put inside your mouth. I'm still feeling disgusted thinking about seeing a live caterpillar come out with the lettuce, and I really don't want to imagine what would have happened if I had eaten it unknowingly and ended up with an upset stomach. The food was good, but the service and especially the handling of the caterpillar incident could definitely be improved.

Had a fun night here with friends. The service was fast and the staff are friendly. They will help you to grill your meat but if you like you can do it by yourself. The setup inside the restaurant made you feel that you are in Korea. If you have tired with Vietnam food and want to try something different. Try this Korean BBQ!

Had such an amazing dining experience here! Bro’s Korea 1980 was absolutely delicious the quality of the beef was excellent, fresh, and full of flavor. The restaurant had a warm, welcoming atmosphere that made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. The staff were incredibly kind, attentive, and very English-friendly, which made communication easy. As a Muslim, I really appreciated how accommodating they were. They carefully helped me choose only beef options and made sure I could enjoy my meal with peace of mind. That level of thoughtfulness meant a lot to me. A special thank you to Ms. Binh and Mr. Lu Khiet for their outstanding hospitality. They went above and beyond to make our visit enjoyable and memorable. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for delicious Korean BBQ, excellent customer service, and a welcoming dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I had an excellent experience here. They offer buffet only options that boast a wide variety of meats. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they cook the meats and serve you! The meats were of good quality and the sides were very enjoyable, especially the cheese corn. I enjoyed a nice cold glass of Sapporo draft alongside the food which rounded out the experience. I highly recommend this place, but would just like to add that getting a reservation is a must. Their website does not work so you will need to book either in-person or over the phone.