Best Korean BBQ in Sydney
The best korean bbq in Sydney right now is Dae Jang Kum (score 74 from 6,261 reviews), based on 26 venues re-ranked weekly.
Where locals actually go for korean bbq in Sydney โ not just what tops a Google search.
โ Updated September 2026 ยท re-verified 26 venues this month
๐ Re-ranked 2026-09-08: no moves since 2026-09-02 โ the current order held steady.
The verdict: the best korean bbq in Sydney right now is Dae Jang Kum in Haymarket ($$ price tier) (6 community mentions ยท 4ร called the best ยท 1 editorial list ยท in 1 youtube review ยท dish praised in 3 of 5 recent google reviews), ahead of Bornga Korean BBQ Restaurant, Myung jang and Obaltan restaurant. That call comes from community consensus blended with Google review strength across 26 ranked venues โ no pay-to-rank, updated September 2026.
The numbers: 26 venues ranked ยท 59,447 Google reviews analysed ยท median rating 4.7โ
ยท #1 leads the field by 0 ranking points. Updated September 2026.
| ๐ Top pick | Dae Jang Kum (Haymarket) |
| ๐ Most reviewed | Dae Jang Kum (6,261 reviews) |
| ๐ Venues ranked | 26 across 14 suburbs |
| Venue | Suburb | Price | Rating | Known for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dae Jang Kum | Haymarket | $$ | 4.7โ | All-you-can-eat |
| #2 | Bornga Korean BBQ Restaurant | Haymarket | $$ | 4.7โ | โ |
| #3 | Myung jang and Obaltan restaurant | CBD | $$ | 4.5โ | โ |
| #4 | Seoul Ria Restaurant | CBD | $$ | 4.7โ | All-you-can-eat |
| #5 | 789 Korean BBQ Darling Square | Haymarket | โ | 4.8โ | Premium cuts |
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#1 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
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Localsโ pick
๐ 35 Goulburn St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the beef; the side dishes are generous and delicious.
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4.7 (6,261 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 6 community mentions ยท 4ร called the best ยท 1 editorial list ยท in 1 YouTube review ยท dish praised in 3 of 5 recent Google reviews
#2 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
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Localsโ pick
๐ Level 1/78 Harbour St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the meat; side dishes are tasty and can be refilled.
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4.7 (3,876 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 7 community mentions ยท 5ร called the best ยท 2 editorial lists ยท in 1 YouTube review ยท dish praised in 1 of 5 recent Google reviews
#3 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 363A Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the goon man doo and hae mul pajeon; the woo seol is essential.
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4.5 (2,038 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 4 community mentions ยท 1ร called the best ยท 1 editorial list ยท dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#4 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Level 2/605-609 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the fried chicken; the black bean noodles are delicious.
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4.7 (3,995 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 3 community mentions ยท 3ร called the best ยท in 1 YouTube review ยท dish praised in 1 of 5 recent Google reviews
#5 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Shop 4/35 Tumbalong Bvd, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
๐ด What to order: Order the meat and enjoy the free side dishes.
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4.8 (4,872 reviews) on Google Maps
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#6 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 1/41 Beecroft Rd, Epping NSW 2121, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the premium wagyu and premium pork set; try the ox tongue.
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4.9 (1,447 reviews) on Google Maps
#7 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 4/11 George St, North Strathfield NSW 2137, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the Wagyu Set B and pork belly; both are outstanding.
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4.9 (1,487 reviews) on Google Maps
#8 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Tenancy 4/2-4 Ebsworth St, Zetland NSW 2017, Australia
๐ด What to order: Get the meat and seafood pancake; side dishes are essential.
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4.8 (2,542 reviews) on Google Maps
#9 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Shop LG02A Broadway Sydney, 1 Bay St, Glebe NSW 2037, Australia
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4.9 (669 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention ยท 1ร called the best ยท evidence pooled across 2 locations ยท dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#10 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Chisholm Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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4.8 (2,524 reviews) on Google Maps
#11 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 1A Chatham Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114, Australia
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4.5 (1,132 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions
#12 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ District Dining, Shop 79A, Level 3/436 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia
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4.8 (2,515 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention ยท dish praised in 1 of 5 recent Google reviews
#13 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 338 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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4.6 (5,124 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention
#14 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Level 1/396 Pitt St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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4.3 (2,992 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions
#15 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Level 3 Market City, Shop R1.05/13 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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4.3 (706 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions
#16 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ shop 8/363 Sussex St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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4.6 (5,145 reviews) on Google Maps
#17 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Shop21/1 Dixon St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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4.5 (1,580 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention
#18 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Shop 7/6 Central Park Ave, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia
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4.7 (495 reviews) on Google Maps
#19 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 5 Central Park Ave, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia
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4.7 (259 reviews) on Google Maps
#20 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 21 David Ln, Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia
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4.8 (2,692 reviews) on Google Maps
#21 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 1-7 Albion Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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4.9 (466 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention ยท 1ร called the best ยท evidence pooled across 2 locations
#22 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 668-670 Parramatta Rd, Croydon NSW 2132, Australia
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4.1 (2,146 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention ยท 1 editorial list
#23 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 371A Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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4 (1,559 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions
#24 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 8 London St, Campsie NSW 2194, Australia
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4.3 (1,349 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention
#25 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ Shop 6/5 Potter St, Waterloo NSW 2017, Australia
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3.8 (529 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention
#26 of 26 korean bbq spots in Sydney
๐ 1-7 Albion Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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3.8 (1,047 reviews) on Google Maps
Common korean bbq questions in Sydney
Where's the best korean bbq in Sydney for a special occasion?
Dae Jang Kum ($$ price tier) is the highest-ranked venue worth the splurge, in Haymarket.
What's the best vegetarian-friendly korean bbq in Sydney?
Butchers Buffet Chinatown is the highest-ranked venue with confirmed vegetarian options, in Haymarket.
Keep exploring: Related: ๐ฃ best sushi in Sydney ยท ๐ฅ best dumplings in Sydney ยท ๐ best fried chicken in Sydney ยท ๐ฅ best bรกnh mรฌ in Sydney. Korean BBQ elsewhere: Melbourne ยท Brisbane ยท Perth ยท Adelaide. By suburb: best in CBD ยท best in Haymarket. Q&A: your korean bbq questions answered. Nationally: best korean bbq in Australia, 14 cities compared. Also: head-to-head: the top two compared. See the data report.
How we rank
We machine-scan the community discussions (Reddit threads and food guides in the search index) for each venue's name, then blend: community mentions 70% (mentions ร10, 'the best' superlatives ร6, normalised) + Google review strength 30% (rating above a 3.8 baseline, weighted by review volume). Global fast-food and dessert franchises are excluded. This page is auto-mined; flagship pages get hand curation on top.
Frequently asked
What is the best korean bbq in Sydney?
Dae Jang Kum currently ranks #1 for korean bbq in Sydney โ 6 community mentions ยท 4ร called the best ยท 1 editorial list ยท in 1 YouTube review ยท dish praised in 3 of 5 recent Google reviews.
Where is the best korean bbq in the Sydney CBD?
Myung jang and Obaltan restaurant is the top-ranked korean bbq spot in the CBD (363A Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia).
How does BestDish rank korean bbq in Sydney?
Venues are scored by blending community mentions from local discussions with Google review strength (rating above a 3.8 baseline, weighted by review volume). Global chains are excluded.