Best Group Dining Restaurants in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
16 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Hahm Ji Bach
A longtime, Michelin-recognized Korean BBQ institution with nonstop hours and massive banchan spreads.
Notable Picks
#1
Hahm Ji Bach
8.9
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Hahm Ji Bach is a landmark Korean BBQ house in Murray Hill known for charcoal-grilled galbi, a huge spread of banchan, and 24-hour service. Recognized in the Michelin Guide and running for more than two decades, it’s where many diners treat Korean barbecue as a full-night event with soups, stews, and grilled meats on heavy rotation.
Must-Try Dishes:
LA galbi + mul naengmyeon combo, Hahmji seolleongtang (ox bone soup), Haemul pajeon (seafood scallion pancake)
What Makes it Special: A longtime, Michelin-recognized Korean BBQ institution with nonstop hours and massive banchan spreads.
8.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Picnic Garden runs a sprawling Korean BBQ buffet where late-night diners work through self-serve meats and banchan until midnight or 1am, especially on weekends. It’s more chaotic than server-grilled spots, but that self-directed format is exactly what regulars want from a casual, all-you-can-eat late-night hang.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffet marinated short rib and pork belly, Self-serve banchan and salad bar, Grilled squid and seafood items
What Makes it Special: Self-serve Korean BBQ buffet that turns late-night grilling into a DIY event.
8.5
JD Breakfast & Coffee runs like a neighborhood all-day breakfast counter, turning out omelets, pancakes, and Korean-influenced plates alongside espresso drinks. It balances diner comfort with a slightly updated feel, making it a go-to for sit-down breakfasts in Murray Hill.
Must-Try Dishes:
JD Signature Breakfast Platter, Kimchi Omelet with Toast, Pancakes with Fresh Fruit
What Makes it Special: Hybrid American–Korean breakfast plates with real diner-style portions.
#4
Jongro BBQ
8.4
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Date Night Magic
Trendy Table Hotspots
Jongro BBQ brings a bustling Seoul-style grillhouse to the heart of Downtown Flushing, with marinated short ribs and sizzling beef platters cooked over tabletop grills. High review volume and constant crowds point to a reliable, meat-first experience where banchan, soups, and hearty stews round out the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature beef platter, Marinated pork short ribs (kalbi), Seafood pancake
What Makes it Special: High-energy Korean BBQ with big platters, tabletop grills, and heavy local traffic.
#5
Mapo BBQ
8.4
A Murray Hill charcoal-KBBQ standby built around marinated galbi and a deep bench of banchan that keeps tables camping out. Come here for classic, meat-forward satisfaction and a fast-moving dining room that prioritizes grilling over ceremony.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mapo galbi (marinated short rib), Sang galbi (non-marinated short rib), Steamed egg (gyeran-jjim)
What Makes it Special: Charcoal-driven KBBQ with marinated galbi as the main event.
8.3
A compact Murray Hill grill house where the move is Korean BBQ with a seafood-leaning edge, especially grilled eel alongside the usual beef-and-pork rotation. It’s strongest when you lean into the specialty items and let the banchan do the supporting work.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled eel, LA galbi, Seafood soft tofu stew (soondubu)
What Makes it Special: KBBQ that’s especially strong on grilled eel and seafood sides.
8.2
A late-night Korean kitchen that leans pocha-style: loud energy, shareable plates, and comforting hot pots that keep groups ordering ‘one more.’ Best used as a seafood-pancake-and-soju kind of stop when you want variety and momentum more than fine edges.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seafood pancake (haemul pajeon), Fried chicken (Korean-style), Army stew (budae-jjigae)
What Makes it Special: Pocha-style late-night menu built for sharing and hot-pot comfort.
A Korean BBQ-and-noodle hybrid where cold noodles are not an afterthought—they’re part of the strategy. The best meals pair one grilled meat combo with naengmyeon for a clean, chilled reset between richer bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
LA galbi + naengmyeon combo, Mul naengmyeon (cold noodle soup), Spicy tofu stew (soondubu-jjigae)
What Makes it Special: KBBQ paired with legit cold noodles for a balanced meal arc.
#9
Gupji
8.1
A stylish Korean-leaning grill spot with izakaya energy—dim lights, shareable plates, and a menu that plays well for dates or small groups. The best meals balance one rich grilled main with a lighter “reset” dish to keep flavors clean and paced.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled pork belly, Chilean sea bass, Gupji salad
What Makes it Special: A modern Korean grill vibe built for share-plates and small celebrations.
8.1
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A seafood-leaning buffet built for maximum variety: crab legs, shellfish, and cooked stations that reward repeat laps more than single-plate perfection. The best approach is strategic—start with higher-cost seafood first, then finish with hot dishes once the rush settles.
Must-Try Dishes:
Snow crab legs, Garlic butter lobster (when available), Sushi + sashimi station picks
What Makes it Special: High-utility seafood buffet variety with frequent crowd energy.
#11
Jeju-Island
8.1
A Korean seafood-forward room where sashimi and sushi-style sets are the main draw, with generous cuts and a built-for-sharing table rhythm. Treat it like a focused raw-fish meal—start with a set, add one supporting hot dish, and let the fish carry the experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Assorted sashimi platter, Sushi set (nigiri + soup/noodles), Spicy seafood stew
What Makes it Special: Korean sashimi energy with sushi-set structure for sharing.
#12
Ssam Tong BBQ
8
A small, family-run KBBQ room with solid marination and a straightforward, no-show approach to grilling. Expect a tighter space and simpler setup, but strong pork-and-kalbi payoff and a dependable steamed-egg side that rounds out the spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork belly (samgyeopsal), LA kalbi, Steamed egg (gyeran-jjim)
What Makes it Special: Family-run KBBQ with strong pork cuts and friendly pacing.
Worthy Picks
#13
Samba BBQ
7.9
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Samba BBQ is a Brazilian rodizio-style steakhouse in the heart of Flushing, where passadores carve picanha, garlic steak, and other cuts tableside for a fixed price. Its focus on juicy grilled meats and a stocked salad bar makes it a practical option for families and small groups who want a steakhouse experience without upscale formality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Picanha Top Sirloin, Garlic Steak with Chimichurri, Rodizio All-You-Can-Eat Grill Selection
What Makes it Special: All-you-can-eat Brazilian churrasco with picanha and other steaks carved straight from the skewer.
7.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Gino’s Pizzeria & Restaurant on Parsons Boulevard combines a classic New York slice counter up front with a modest dining area serving full Italian dinners. Beyond pies and heroes, the menu covers baked pastas, veal and chicken parm, and seafood platters that make it a reliable sit-down option when you want more than a quick slice. It’s a neighborhood workhorse rather than a destination, but one that quietly anchors weeknight family dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken parm hero, Baked ziti, Whole cheese or pepperoni pie
What Makes it Special: A hybrid slice shop and full Italian dining room that covers everything from quick pies to red-sauce comfort classics.
#15
Song Lai Xiang
7.8
A spacious, group-friendly Chinese BBQ-and-small-plates spot where skewers are the main attraction and cold dishes fill the gaps. It performs best as a casual hang: pick a skewer base (lamb/chicken), add one standout vegetable, and finish with one hearty side to close.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Skewers, Crack Eggplant, Cold Noodles (Lapi)
What Makes it Special: Skewer-first Chinese BBQ in a larger room that suits groups.
7.6
A niche, traditional-feeling Korean grill spot that leans into specialty items like eel alongside steak cuts—more “adventurous date” than mainstream steakhouse. Best for couples who like ordering off the beaten path and don’t need a polished dining room. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled eel (jangeo gui), Premium steak cut (house selection), Small intestine (gopchang)
What Makes it Special: Specialty Korean grilling with eel on the menu.