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99 Favor Taste - Brooklyn
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99 Favor Taste - Brooklyn
8.6
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Family Friendly Favorites
Trendy Table Hotspots
99 Favor Taste’s Sunset Park location is a high-volume all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ spot where grills sizzle nonstop and tables fill with ribeye, short ribs, and seafood. Locals use it for big group dinners when they want a long, noisy meal with plenty of meat and beer rather than a quick bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ combo, Spicy beef brisket hot pot, Marinated short rib (galbi)
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: High-volume all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ destination.
Who should go: Meat-loving groups planning long, social dinners.
When to visit: Prime evenings and weekends for peak energy.
What to order: AYCE BBQ set, marinated short rib, spicy brisket hot pot.
Insider tip: Go early or late to avoid long waits at peak.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is available but competitive, especially after 6pm; plan to circle or use nearby paid garages along 8th Avenue.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable — jeans and sneakers are perfectly fine since you’ll be cooking at the table.
Noise level: Loud and energetic — conversation requires raised voices during peak hours.
Weekend wait: 60–90 minutes without a reservation during peak hours
Weekday lunch: 10–20 minutes, often no wait before 1pm
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — vegetable broths, tofu, noodles, mushrooms, and multiple vegetable grill options.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with vegetable broth and grill vegetables, but sauces and sides may contain animal products.
Gluten-free options: Partial — many raw meats and vegetables are gluten-free, but sauces and marinades may contain soy or wheat.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for outgoing personalities than intimate conversation — it’s loud, smoky, and interactive, which works best if you’re already comfortable together.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, but expect a serious wait on weekends; arriving right at opening or after 9pm improves your chances significantly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids and teens who enjoy grilling and hot pot; very young children may find the heat, smoke, and crowd overwhelming.
Best For
Better for: Large group celebrations, high-energy birthday dinners, and all-you-can-eat meat-focused feasts with long table time.
Skip if: You want a quiet dinner, refined service, or a short, efficient meal — this is built for loud, long, interactive dining.
99 Favor Taste - Brooklyn
8.3
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
99 Favor Taste is an all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ spot in Sunset Park where grill-your-own meats, boiling broths, and a sauce bar turn dinner into a social event. Renovated dining rooms and long hours make it a dependable choice for birthdays and group nights out.
Must-Try Dishes:
All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ Meats, Customizable Hot Pot with Choice of Broths, Birthday Complimentary Meal Spread
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 6.5
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: High-energy AYCE hot pot and KBBQ with strong value for groups.
Who should go: Friends and families planning interactive, linger-worthy group dinners.
When to visit: Prime evening slots or late night for full party energy.
What to order: Mixed BBQ meats, dual hot pot broths, sauce-bar creations.
Insider tip: Join the birthday promo and pace orders to maximize grill rotation.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is available but competitive after 6pm; expect to circle a bit on weekend nights. No valet.
Dress code: Casual—jeans, sneakers, and relaxed night-out outfits are all standard.
Noise level: Loud and energetic—easy to talk within your group, but not ideal for quiet conversation.
Weekend wait: 45–90 minutes without a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait most weekdays before 4pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—vegetables, tofu, mushrooms, and broth-based hot pot combinations make it workable.
Vegan options: Limited—possible with vegetable broths and careful sauce selection, but menu is meat-forward.
Gluten-free options: Some options—plain meats and broths can work, but sauces and marinades require caution.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual, high-energy first dates than intimate ones—the interactive cooking breaks the ice, but it’s loud and messy.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, but expect significant waits on weekend evenings; late-night visits improve your chances.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for school-age kids who enjoy interactive food, but open flames and boiling broths make it less ideal for toddlers.
Best For
Better for: All-you-can-eat value, large-group dining, and high-energy birthday-style dinners with both hot pot and KBBQ in one place.
Skip if: You want quiet dining, premium meat quality over quantity, or a refined, service-driven Korean BBQ experience.
99 Favor Taste - Brooklyn
8.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Late Night Legends
Trendy Table Hotspots
99 Favor Taste’s 61st Street location is an all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ institution where late-night crowds work through broths, grilled meats, and a DIY sauce bar until the early morning. Thousands of reviews and long waits confirm it as one of Sunset Park’s most reliable big-group hangouts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mala hot pot with mixed seafood, Tabletop BBQ short ribs, Custom sauce-bar creations
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.3
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: High-volume AYCE hot pot and KBBQ that still feels like an event.
Who should go: Hungry groups ready to linger and eat a lot.
When to visit: Late-night slots when grills and music are in full swing.
What to order: Mala broth set, BBQ short ribs, seafood and veggie add-ons.
Insider tip: Go with a larger group to justify trying multiple broths and cuts.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited and competitive on 8th Avenue, especially after 6pm; nearby paid lots are usually the most reliable option for groups.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable — jeans, sneakers, and relaxed night-out outfits all fit right in.
Noise level: High-energy and loud — expect constant chatter, grill sounds, and music; not ideal for quiet conversation.
Weekend wait: 60–90 minutes without a reservation during peak hours.
Weekday lunch: Minimal to no wait most days before 5pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — strong vegetable, tofu, mushroom, and noodle selections at both the hot pot and sauce bar.
Vegan options: Limited but workable — vegetable broths, noodles, mushrooms, and tofu are the safest picks.
Gluten-free options: Some naturally gluten-free meats and broths available, but sauces and marinades vary — guests should confirm with staff.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you both like loud, interactive dining — it’s fun but chaotic and better for established couples than quiet first impressions.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, but be prepared to wait on weekends; earlier arrival or late-night entry dramatically improves your chances.
Is it kid-friendly? Best for older kids and teens who can comfortably handle grills and hot pots; not ideal for toddlers due to heat and crowds.
Best For
Better for: Large groups, celebrations, and late-night AYCE experiences where volume, variety, and energy matter more than precision dining.
Skip if: You want a quiet meal, intimate date setting, or premium cut-focused Korean BBQ experience.
99 Favor Taste - Brooklyn
8.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Late Night Legends
Trendy Table Hotspots
The Sunset Park outpost of 99 Favor Taste is a high-volume all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ destination with large private rooms designed for birthday parties and office outings. Groups build their own broths, load up plates from the meat and seafood selections, and linger over grills while staff keeps sauces, sides, and celebratory extras moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mala hot pot with mixed seafood, Marinated Korean BBQ short ribs, Signature dipping sauce bar setup
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 6.5
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: AYCE hot pot and BBQ with big private rooms and late hours.
Who should go: Large groups wanting rowdy, interactive hot pot nights.
When to visit: Evenings and late nights, especially for birthday celebrations.
What to order: Mala broth set, mixed seafood, marinated short ribs.
Insider tip: Reserve a private room and confirm the birthday free-meal policy in advance.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along 8th Avenue and side streets; can be challenging after 6pm on weekends. No dedicated lot.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — jeans, sneakers, and relaxed group outfits are standard.
Noise level: High — energetic, busy dining room and loud grills make quiet conversation difficult.
Weekend wait: 30–60 min without reservation; private rooms often fully booked
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait outside peak noon hour
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — vegetable broths, tofu, mushrooms, noodles, and extensive sauce bar.
Vegan options: Limited but workable — vegetable broth, produce, noodles, and sauces (confirm broth bases).
Gluten-free options: Partial — meats and seafood are naturally GF, but sauces and marinades often contain soy; ask staff for guidance.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for playful, low-pressure dates than intimate ones — the interactive format is fun, but it’s loud and hands-on.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes during off-peak weekday hours, but weekend nights often mean a long wait unless you reserve in advance.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids and teens who can manage grilling and hot broth safely; strollers and very young kids are less ideal during peak hours.
Best For
Better for: Large birthday groups, late-night celebrations, and all-you-can-eat hot pot plus Korean BBQ under one roof.
Skip if: You want a quiet dinner, refined service pacing, or a quick solo meal — smaller hot pot spots are calmer.