Best Bbq Restaurants in Chelsea Hudson Yards (10001)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Jongro BBQ
Charcoal-leaning BBQ with consistently strong meat cuts.
Notable Picks
#1
Jongro BBQ
8.8
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
A Koreatown institution for charcoal-grilled galbi and pork belly, delivering the smoky, slightly sweet Seoul-style crave locals line up for. The room is loud and workmanlike, but the servers keep grills humming and banchan refreshed. The sheer scale of sustained patronage makes this one of 10001’s most reliable BBQ anchors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef platter (brisket, ribeye, kalbi), Pork jowl, Steamed egg
What makes it special: Charcoal-leaning BBQ with consistently strong meat cuts.
8.6
24-hour Koreatown energy with fast grill service, thick-cut pork belly, and a steady parade of side dishes. It’s more party than polish, but the meats are consistently well-marinated and seared, and the place thrives on late-night appetite. One of the zip’s highest-volume BBQ stops for a reason.
Must-Try Dishes:
Extra-thick samgyeopsal, Spicy marinated pork, Kimchi stew
What makes it special: A rare 24/7 KBBQ room that stays busy and dependable.
8.5
An upscale butcher-shop-style KBBQ import focusing on prime and aged beef cooked with precision. The room is modern and calm by Koreatown standards, and servers grill with near-steakhouse attention to doneness. This is the zip’s strongest destination for beef-driven, technique-forward BBQ.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dry-aged ribeye, Tomahawk beef set, Doenjang jjigae
What makes it special: Prime, aged beef grilled tableside with steakhouse-level control.
#4
GAONNURI
8.4
Penthouse Korean BBQ with skyline views and a more formal service cadence than street-level peers. You’re paying a clear view premium, but the beef sets are well-trimmed, evenly grilled, and paired with thoughtful sides. Best when you want BBQ plus a clear ‘occasion’ factor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prime ribeye BBQ set, Marinated galbi set, Seafood pancake
What makes it special: KBBQ on a high-rise perch with panoramic Manhattan views.
8.3
One of Koreatown’s longest-running BBQ dining rooms, known for no-nonsense charcoal grilling and deeply savory marinades. The vibe is old-school and functional, but the galbi cooks evenly and the seafood pancake and stews hold their own. Come here for tradition and a steady hand.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi (marinated short rib), Samgyeopsal (pork belly), Naengmyeon
What makes it special: Classic table-grill BBQ with decades of Koreatown history.
8.2
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
A more polished take on K-town grilling, with prime short rib and marinated cuts cooked by attentive staff. The dining room leans sleek and celebratory, and the menu pushes beyond basics into richer, beef-forward sets. Pricey for the block, but the meat quality and service justify it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Antoya galbi (signature marinated short rib), Modeum so gui (assorted beef platter), Truffle yukhoe
What makes it special: Tableside grilling with higher-grade beef and a refined room.
Worthy Picks
#7
Nangman BBQ
7.8
A newer, calmer grill spot slightly off the densest stretch of K-town, with straightforward combos and friendly pacing. The meats are solid and well-seasoned, and the sweet-corn sides and rice bowls add comfort without trying too hard. A useful low-cost counterpoint to the block’s flashier rooms.
Must-Try Dishes:
Marinated beef rib, Tteokgalbi rice bowl, Kimchi fried rice
What makes it special: A quieter, budget-friendly KBBQ option in a high-rent zone.