South Korea · BBQ
Good korean bbq experiences fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Mapo Seoul BBQ and pub tour with charcoal galmegisal, savory pancakes, and Korean alcohol basics. Small group, local guide, big flavor.
“We were only in Seoul for four days, and this tour was easily one of the highlights of our trip. The food was amazing - even better than we expected - and the real standout was being immersed in Seoul’s restaurant culture. Each place had Read more”
Private Seoul night tour with hotel pickup, N Seoul Tower, Seoul Fortress views, Gwangjang Market, and a Korean BBQ dinner.
“Our guide, Mr Kim, was such a pleasant person. He shared a lot of history and stories about Seoul. A city with so much history and beauty. Our favourite was the Wall Park (Naksan) where we saw a beautiful nightscape of Seoul. The dinner was amazing as well, we were all so full! Highly recommend this intimate, insightful and enjoyable tour!”
A monthly Seoul Korean BBQ night with a local guide, hands-on cooking lessons, pork and sides, and easy subway logistics in 1.5 hours for $36.
“I joined a BBQ tour in Seoul led by Jin, and it was truly fascinating and engaging. Jin explained everything about Korean barbecue, from cooking methods to traditional pairings, and was incredibly kind throughout the tour. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to experience authentic Korean BBQ!”
Seoul night walking tour with local Korean BBQ dinner, Hongdae streets, forest park stroll, and Namsan 360-degree views, led by a pro guide.
“This tour was so much fun, we highly recommend it! Ben was our tour guide and he was fantastic! I have already recommended him to my friend who will be visiting Seoul in the Fall. His English was great and he was so enthusiastic and passionate about Seoul and it's history. Ben took us to the observatory deck in City Hall, shopping at both Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong, and Nansam Tower which also included riding the cable car. He even carried our bags for us after we went shopping! We were just a small group my daughter and I, plus another group of 2 so it was almost like a…”
Night in Gangnam with Bongeunsa Temple lantern calm, COEX Starfield Library photos, then a full Korean BBQ meal with beer or soju.
“Choi provided a perfect blend of information in a casual friendly experience on our evening tour. The evening darkness provided a unique atmosphere to the temple. Extra special night to view the library with a million lights and Christmas decorations. The highlight was the Korean barbecue a first for us. Delicious! Choi took extra care to ensure we were picked up at the correct location at the end of our tour. So happy we chose this tour.”
Seoul Korean BBQ lunch or dinner with a local food buddy. Restaurant changes monthly, 1.5 hours, $32.89, drinks extra.
“I LOVED THIS. The food was great and the host was fantastic. Even better was getting to hang out with the other guests for a couple of beers after. Even if that hadn’t happened I’d still give this five stars. It’s Korea the way you hope it will be.”
Wine and Korean BBQ pairing in Seoul’s Sinchon, with a 150-minute guided dinner, wine basics, Korean drinking manners, and a short walk.
“This was such a nice experience! I booked it as a surprise for my mum who is visiting me in Korea. I thought we might need some conversation with others by this point in the trip… I can’t recommend this enough. There was only us and one other person on our tour. Taser was a very good host who knew a lot about the area, Sinchon and about wine. But he was also very thoughtful, and interesting and great to talk to. As was the other guest on the tour which made for a great few hours enjoying lovely food and wine, and great company. It really was something different…”
Hike Mt. Bukhansan, then unwind at Dragon Hill Spa with a Korean scrub and finish with Korean pork BBQ lunch in Seoul.
“This was a fantastic tour! Jones was incredibly friendly, patient, and fun. He planned a terrific day for us, and also was happy to make any adjustments we wanted. I highly recommend this tour and our entire family (2 parents, girls ages 20, 15, and 11) loved it.”
Private Seoul food tour with Noryangjin fish market lunch and Majangdong charcoal BBQ, plus street food stops and scenic cafes.
“I would recommend those that are coming to Korea for the first time to visit. Our tour guide Taylor spoke good English and was overall a great trip”
Learn kimchi in a Bukchon hanok courtyard with Sam Lee, then make crisp kimchi pancakes and Korean BBQ, including a vegan option.
“Everything you need is provided. You can optionally buy a jar beforehand to save the kimchi, but I found I ate my fill during the class. Not only was it great to use high quality ingredients in an authentic location, but it was also enjoyable to meet other people and bond through cooking.”
Guided Majang Meat Market tour for 1++ Hanwoo beef BBQ in Seoul, plus optional pocha craft soju and makgeolli, small group, 3 hours.
“Great experience for a direct Taste of han woo beef directly from the butcher. Then cooking it in a BBQ restaurant, usually attached to the actual butcher shop is the best way to get a true experience of butcher to table service.”
Ikseon-Dong hanok walk, then a Korean BBQ dinner in Seoul with a guide, banchan, and beer or soju. Private group tour.
“I went to try this experience by myself and it was a completely different scenario! What's so lovely is to do this with Korean friends who can explain what should be done and how: Secret Food Tours Korean BBQ truly did that!”
Han River picnic with kimbab, Korean language basics, Yutnori board game, a river walk, then group Korean BBQ for a local Seoul vibe.
“Soona is truly the best guide I’ve ever had! She’s incredibly kind, genuinely helpful, and makes you feel like you’re exploring the city with a close friend!!!”
Pick a city, pick a kind of day, and start there.
