Korean BBQ in Istanbul
Restaurants in Istanbul serving Korean BBQ.
🌍 Origin
Korean BBQ — tabletop grilling of marinated meats — is rooted in Korea's ancient tradition of cooking over fire, formalised in the galbi (short rib) and bulgogi (thinly sliced beef) styles of the Joseon era. The restaurant format of cooking at the table over charcoal or gas became widespread in Korea in the 20th century and spread globally with the Korean diaspora. Istanbul's Korean BBQ restaurants are small in number but serve the Korean expatriate community and K-culture enthusiasts.
🧂 Key Ingredients
🍽️ How to Eat
At the table grill, cook galbi until charred at the edges, bulgogi until just cooked through. Wrap a piece of meat in a perilla or lettuce leaf with a sliver of garlic, a dab of gochujang and a strip of kimchi — eat in one bite (ssam style). Banchan dishes are shared and refilled; it is correct to ask for refills. Pair with soju or Korean beer.
Sopung Korea Fatih
Akdeniz Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
Sopung Korea Fatih is an affordable Korean restaurant in the Fatih district, catering to budget-conscious diners and students. Known for generous portions of Korean BBQ, sundubu jjigae, and tteokbokki. Part of the small Sopung Korea mini-chain.
Çin Büfe
İstanbul · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺
Çin Büfe is a chinese restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
Koreköy
Osmanağa Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
Koreköy is a well-regarded Korean restaurant in Osmanağa, Kadıköy, serving the Asian side of Istanbul. The menu covers Korean BBQ table grills, sundubu jjigae, bibimbap and japchae. Casual and affordable neighborhood spot.
Tebek Korean Restaurant
Esentepe Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
Tebek is an authentic Korean restaurant in Esentepe, Şişli, drawing a loyal following from Istanbul's Korean expat community and local food lovers. The menu features Korean BBQ table grills, kimchi jjigae, bibimbap, and doenjang soup. Casual, communal atmosphere.
Dragon Restaurant Harbiye
Harbiye Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺₺
Dragon Restaurant in Harbiye is one of Istanbul's established Chinese dining institutions. The menu spans Cantonese and Sichuan-influenced dishes including dim sum, Peking duck, and wok-fried seafood. Preferred by business diners and families seeking authentic Chinese cuisine.
Dragon Restaurant
Şişli · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺
Dragon Restaurant is a chinese restaurant restaurant in Şişli, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
Tian Xiang Fu Small Hotpot
Şişli · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺
Tian Xiang Fu Small Hotpot is a chinese restaurant restaurant in Şişli, Şişli, Istanbul.