Experts' Choice Award Kum Gang San
10 expert reviews
“The spread of free pan chan at the start of the meal is particularly generous, of which the kimchi is pickled using some newfangled lactobacillic process so that it doesn't stink like fish.”
– Village Voice
Lonely Planet "One of Koreatown's larger and more extravagant restaurants, Kum Gang San serves standout barbecue - you do it at your table." Full review
Zagat3.5
"The "traditional" food is "solid", the decor "age worn" and the service "rush-rush", but it's still "good for first-timers" and "out-of-towners."" Full review
Gayot13.0
"Little bowls of kimchi are presented gratis before the meal. We recommend the bulgogi (short ribs) and other Korean dishes like yam noodles with vegetables, and mandoo gook." Full review
Gayot13.0
"Diners enjoy themselves by grilling their bulgogi and other meats at the table...ask your waiter to make a selection for you from the various sides and appetizers---they're all good." Full review
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Don't forget to sip soju, which comes in the daintiest cup.
Time Out "Get over the military efficiency of the service, ignore the fake waterfall, and look past the odd little fruit sculptures that come with the check: This is still a safe bet for reliably good food." Full review
New York Magazine "Kum Gang San, a large, loud bi-level restaurant, built a faux cliff and waterfall to stand out, and added occasional live entertainment."
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The best of the barbecue is the special kalbi, soy sauce-marinated boneless short ribs cooked, if you choose, at your table.
Village Voice Best of NYC
"This cavernous restaurant seduces a local crowd with its offerings of Japanese and Korean fare from a seemingly unlimited menu." Full review
Not For Tourists "Enormous Korean BBQ restaurant. Check out the waterfall out back."
Not For Tourists "Another late-night Korean paradise."
