Elim Korean Barbeque
About
Sizzling Traditions in the Heart of Ewa Beach
Walking into Elim Korean Barbeque feels like stepping into a neighbor’s lively dining room. Located conveniently within the bustling Ewa Beach community, this spot serves as a local go-to for those craving the communal experience of tabletop grilling. The air is thick with the savory, charcoal-kissed scent of marinated meats hitting high-heat grills, a smell that sticks to your clothes in the best possible way.
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The menu centers on traditional Korean staples, with the galbi and thinly sliced brisket serving as the heavy hitters. Each plate arrives accompanied by an assortment of banchan—the spicy, fermented kick of house-made kimchi and the cool crunch of pickled radish provide the necessary balance to the rich, fatty cuts of beef. Expect a high-energy environment where the clinking of metal chopsticks against stainless steel bowls provides the soundtrack to your meal.
A Local Dining Quirk
Because space is at a premium in this popular Ewa Beach corner, be prepared for a cozy seating arrangement. During the dinner rush, the acoustics can lean toward the louder side, making it a better venue for boisterous group dinners with friends than for a quiet, intimate date night. Parking can occasionally be a puzzle, so arrive a little early to secure a spot before the dinner crowd peaks.
Whether you are a seasoned pro at flipping bulgogi or a newcomer to the art of the tabletop grill, Elim Korean Barbeque offers a no-frills, authentic slice of Korean culinary culture right here in our neighborhood.
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Location
91 Fort Weaver Rd, Ewa Beach, Hawaii, 96706-2201
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Showing 3 of 4 community reviewsSweetdreamsbakeryGoogle Maps
Recently
This is my go to Korean food place! When returning from a trip, or feeling under the weather, I have the Yook Gae Jang. Other family favorites are the meat Jun, spicy chicken, and mandoo. Everything is good and the veggies are fresh. It's only cash (I get it, who wants to pay a fee?) and I would call ahead as they cook to order (which takes time, but you will appreciate it). I've been going here for YEARS and will continue to support this family owned business. Not the prettiest place to dine in (still closed for dine in anyway) but it works and they are pretty generous with the veggies.
Bri BickhamGoogle Maps
Recently
I would give zero stars if I could. $29 for a bi bim bap, side of man doo, and 4 small pieces of kimchee pancake. There was almost NO meat on the bi bim bap, the kimchee pancake was old, cold and had no sauce, and the mandoo was pretty much the only thing that was worth eating. Oh, and it's cash only. I absolutely LOVE Korean BBQ and never have had a complaint but this place is TRASHHHH
casaGoogle Maps
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I must start the review with a disclaimer: I am not familiar with Korean food outside of this experience. The restaurant itself isn’t very clean. The lady taking orders was friendly enough. After much consideration we ended up ordering a spicy chicken dish with one of every veggie dish that was offered. The chicken tasted pretty good. The vegetables were really just so so. Although the price was right, and the food was plentiful, we weren’t very impressed by the flavor. Most likely, we will not eat here again.
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