New Gangnam BBQ IV

New Gangnam BBQ IV (the 4th location of the New Gangnam BBQs) is a pretty good place to get value KBBQ in the greater north Seattle area but comes with the caveat that everything is self-service. The meats were good quality and all the banchan side dishes were to my liking. There is different price tiers of AYCE depending on what cuts of meat you want. You can get AYCE kbbq for as cheap as $25/person. They also do al la carte menu items and combo sets as well. FoodMy friends and I came to do the lowest tier AYCE ($30) since it included the OG staples for us: beef brisket and pork belly. In addition to those cuts, we also tried the marinated bulgogi. Overall, the meat qualities were decent and did not have excessive amounts of fat. The bulgogi marinade wasn't too salty. The $30 AYCE option also comes with other meats such as pork, chicken, octopus, shrimp, or squid (did not try though). The meats are all self-service and you must go get whichever ones you want. Note that the pre-portioned into bowls that can be found in the fridge but you can grab as many as you'd like. The banchan side dishes were also all self-service as well. There is a variety of banchans available and they were all pretty good. There are non-traditional side dishes as well such as pot stickers, tempura, and eggrolls but these were just okay and seemed like they were out of a frozen package. There is a small area for sauces that are all self-service as well. There will be your typical brisket sauce or salt & pepper in sesame oil available. There are a ton of other non-traditional sauces as well though, such as yami yami sauce. AtmosphereThere are primarily booth seating that will seat about 4 people comfortably with a grill built into the table. There are some tables with regular chairs as well. The interior looks good compared to some other kbbq places that I have been to and was clean. The noise level was not very loud during lunch time on the weekend. Casual. PricingPricing was pretty good for the AYCE menu and not overly expensive compared to other hot pot places. See my pictures associated with review for price tiers. There is open bar for sauces and appetizers so you can get as much as you want. Quality was good for what I paid. ServiceFor AYCE everything is self-service when it comes to getting your food (banchan side dishes to meats). Surprisingly, water is not self-service. The server and staff were nice and helpful. OtherPlenty of parking at the restaurant on a Saturday lunch. The entrance is located on the upper half of the building.

An all you can eat experience! This is the first restaurant I have that has unlimited meat, rice, and vegetables and you cook it on your own. The price is worth it and you cook the meat how you wanted to be. Be careful because they will charge you a fee for unfinished food. The people who work there, work an honest living and listen to people. It is a Korean joint so the layout is simple and you'll definitely enjoy it!

I loved getting the buffet. There were a lot of things that I couldn't have tried if I had just ordered off the menu. Everything was clean and delicious and the service was great too. 10/10

It was my first time visiting New Gangnam BBQ IV, and I was pleasantly surprised by the innovative self-service concept that distinguishes this AYCE KBBQ establishment. The absence of waitstaff interference allowed for a personalized dining experience, allowing me to portion out my meats and sides with a sense of autonomy.The restaurant's cleanliness and spacious layout immediately set a positive tone for the evening. Service, orchestrated by what seemed to be the manager, elevated the experience. A warm greeting was followed by a patient explanation of the unique self-serve process, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction. Throughout the meal, diligent checks and timely grill replacements further showcased the staff's dedication to ensuring smooth dining.While the meat and side dish quality may not rival some well-known KBBQ giants, it is still great for its exceptional value and diverse selection. The KBBQ spot stands out by providing uncommon side dish choices like tempura shrimp, potstickers, and corn cheese.Overall, New Gangnam BBQ IV is a place to go for AYCE KBBQ. You just cannot beat the price and variety of options they provide. I will definitely return to clear more rounds.

A party of two came in during lunch on April 20 with an alleged service animal. New Gangnam BBQ IV now has an open buffet area, and while service animals are legally allowed anywhere their person goes, it is so incredibly selfish and inconsiderate of them to BRING THE DOG INTO THE BUFFET AREA. Is it not ablelist of YOU to disregard the allergies your dog triggers for other patrons?! Could your friend not have gotten items on your behalf?The manager and staff tried their best, kudos to them, but this stubborn prick refused because they think the universe revolves around them.Had to avoid that part of the buffet thereafter and only got woosamgyup and chadol that were in a closed fridge. We're still sniffling 3 hours later.Food wise New Gangnam BBQ IV is a decent value. If you go to a good a la carte spot, a single order (albeit higher quality) will set you back over $30 anyhow. So here you are getting a pretty fair exhange of quality for price. I actually did like the appetizer bar, but it was a little cold. Tteokbokki sauce was on the sweet side. This restaurant also has hot barley tea if you want that instead of water.The restaurant is largely self service, especially if you purchase the $32 menu, in which all items are on the buffet line.

We were loyal customers, but the new waitress is so disrespectful. She took 5 minutes to do other things after we asked for the grill to be changed. And when she came back, I asked again. She said, "Can you wait? You have to put meat on it or it will burn very quickly." Excuse me, we don't put meat on it because the grill is already burned, and we were hoping you could change it for us. As a result, the stove was on for too long, and the meat on top splattered and burned my hand.

Been there 2 times, 2nd time was the best. AYCE Korean BBQ. You get your own meat from the freezer. Lots of different side dishes.