




Yummy Korean Bar-B-Q (4725 Bougainville Dr)
About
A Local Staple in the Heart of Salt Lake
When the craving for a hearty, no-frills Korean meal hits while navigating the Salt Lake area of Honolulu, Yummy Korean Bar-B-Q is the go-to destination. Far from the polished atmosphere of downtown fine dining, this spot prioritizes speed, generous portions, and the smoky aroma of marinated meats hitting the grill. It is a functional, efficient space where the focus is entirely on the food hitting your tray.
The Art of the Plate Lunch
The menu remains loyal to the classic Hawaiian-Korean plate lunch tradition. You will find their signature meat jun—thinly sliced beef dipped in egg batter and pan-fried to a golden crisp—as the undisputed star of the show. Pair it with their spicy BBQ chicken or the savory kalbi ribs, and you have a meal that could easily satisfy two people. Every order comes with the mandatory side of steamed rice and a rotation of traditional banchan, featuring that signature punch of fermented kimchi and pickled vegetables that cuts through the richness of the charbroiled proteins.
Navigating the Experience
Because this location serves as a high-traffic hub for residents and workers in the area, the environment is bustling. Expect a quick turnover and a line that moves with military precision. It is the perfect stop for those who need a satisfying, calorie-dense meal without the wait times of a formal restaurant. One minor note for visitors: the parking area can get quite congested during the peak lunch hour, so be prepared to maneuver a bit or opt for a quick carry-out order to enjoy back at your desk or home.
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Amenities & Features
Location
4725 Bougainville Dr, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96818-3179
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Reviews
Showing 10 of 7 community reviewsHannah AmoresGoogle Maps
Recently
Beware! The cashiers could be talking shit about you in another language, right in front of you! Great food but the cashiers don't need to gossip and talk smack in front of customers. At around 5:30 pm in Black Friday, me and my sister ordered food and the cashiers were blatantly talking crap about us a few feet away! There were two cashiers and one was wearing black earrings and had red lipstick on. The cashiers didn't have name tags so I can't give their names. Just because you can speak another language doesn't mean that no one else can understand y'all. Also, its none of their business why me and my sister were speaking two different languages! The audacity was unreal! Talking smack while looking at us? Ohhhh. Just beware, they can be talking crap about you without you knowing!
RoninGoogle Maps
Recently
For the amount of food, cost is worth it. Got mini plates with two sides. Both the bbq chicken and chicken katsu plate taste like going to any yummys in hawaii. Service was pretty bad. One of the empty plates fell onto the ground. The guy picked it up and was about to put the sides in it. Luckily his coworker scolded him and he grabbed another, clean plate on the counter. A different time, the server seemed lost while putting sides in the plate and grabbing another plate. It was a weird situation.
Tyler SmokerGoogle Maps
Recently
Food and value for money is amazing. The lady who took my order, one of the rudest people you may encounter in life. I tried to be overly nice to her expecting her to reciprocate in the slightest...nothing. if you hate your job that much, quit.
DaveGoogle Maps
Recently
I am in town for just a few days and this place was recommended to me. I absolutely love the galbi. They offer a great side dish selection as well. Very delicious.
LaKieta MoreauGoogle Maps
Recently
New to island and was at the NEX, so I decided to give it a try. I was highly disappointed. It started with the lack of care when I was ordering my food. One young lady was leaning on the counter as if she was debating even helping me. I ordered a BimBop with extra vegetables. The extra vegetables is on the side and you have to choose one, can’t have them mixed. Got my food and thought I was going go enjoy it until about 10 bites in, I got something crunchy. It was part of an eggshell. I went back to the counter and showed the young lady and she acted as if it wasn’t a big deal. Took the food, asked if I wanted a replacement which I didn’t but at least a partial refund. They acted as if they were shocked that unwanted a refund. My first and last experience. Very disappointed.
Michael FortenberryGoogle Maps
Recently
I’ve been to Yummy Korean BBQ many times over the years and absolutely enjoy the food. The menu is substantial and provides a lot of options for everyone. If your family is like mine we all have a different taste and Yummy’s is a good place to come to get everybody satisfied for dinner. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone that is in this area we’re heading over to the commissary to get groceries.
Daniel NelsonGoogle Maps
Recently
Definitely more reasonably than most of the other choices in the food court. Had fast and friendly service every time going here so far too! The mini plates are perfect size for a dinner or big lunch and the regular plates could be a meal for two! The BBQ Chicken and Chicken Katsu is very good!
JasGoogle Maps
Recently
Service is splendid, the vegetables are FRESH (so is all their other products though!) And the Coffee bubble tea I got actually tastes like coffee. Love this place!!
Allo CagpsGoogle Maps
Recently
Located at Navy exchange mall Pearl harbor. Good selection of meat. You get 4 side dishes, 1 meats and 2 scoop of rice with every combo. The serving is generous. Meat Jun is delicious it is meat covered by egg and pan fried. The pork chop or bulgogi are on the sweet side. Overall it's quite good for the price.
Qiot RiotGoogle Maps
Recently
Surprisingly good flavours for a food court eatery. Extremely quick as well. Be warned though, this is a very busy food court and seating is limited..
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