It's really good Korean bbq! You can definitely find an abundance of cheaper places that are just as good in K-Town but for Union Square it's the best you'll find. If you make a reservation they let you spin the wheel when you walk in for a freebie so I got a free glass of house wine which was cool. The food was great and the service was decent.

Perfect find! Came here for happy hour at 5:50PM (they have HH from 4-6PM) and they were able to accommodate taking our food and drink orders right away to honor the happy hour prices! We had the tofu and potato croquettes and it was absolutely delicious! Great decorations and cozy seating, would recommend coming back. Plus the prices were extremely reasonable- the HH food was about $7-$8 per dish

Everything was better than anticipated! Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings- Perfectly crispy texture, sweet, and not too spicy. Bulgogi Tacos- These were so delicious, we ended up ordering another! Crispy Fish Steamed Buns- Pretty good. Fries- We asked for regular fries instead of truffle. They were nice and chunky. Great quality. Homemade Kimchi- Tasty, tangy, and slightly spicy. Homemade Pickles- Sweet and refeshing. Last time, I got the Seafood Paella, which was phenomenal.

The food, drinks, and service are great. George has been our waiter every time we come here for happy hour, and his service is excellent.

I happen to stumble on this gem of a restaurant in Union Square! The extraordinary waiter George was simply amazing and kind. He introduced me to the menu and politely informed me of the special on oysters (which I love). The ambiance was inviting and quite nice for a Friday afternoon. I did order oysters that were very delicious and my first for the season! I wanted a salad to accompany my dish and George was so thoughtful and kind he served me the perfect salad to have with seafood. A garden salad tossed with cucumbers, tomatoes and a light honey mustard dressing. As I sipped my Pinot Grigio and turned my last oyster shell over...I said, "I will be back with my girlfriends to enjoy this place." A gem in Union Square! Carmen Kelly

I'm WAY overdue for a review. This is a dependable Union Square spot for drinks - and food. They rock Korean dishes here. I've been coming to Barn Joo for years - before COVID - and have had done primarily table service. Finally came here one afternoon for their happy hour (3-6pm, I believe) and scored a beer for $6 (good for NYC). Shared an order of tacos too. Tasty, and they came out quickly. If you're lucky enough to get here before 6, it's worth it. Friendly service, shout-out to Samsara!

Exceptional service and delicious food! The waiters came by our table quite often to ask if we needed anything, and to make sure we were doing all right. The creamy shrimp udon was definitely my favorite dish. Their kimchi was also really good, not bitter like some places. I also got a matcha drink that wasn't on their menu. It was $18 and there was barely any liquid in it (the ice cub was huge and the cup was filled less than half way). Overall great meal but a little pricey.

Came during happy hour which takes place every day and ends at 6pm. Made a reservation online and was allowed to spin a wheel to receive a surprise. I won $10 dollars off my total bill. Great price for oyster shooters. Their selection are East Coast, which I recommend because they are on the sweeter side. Comes with a house vinaigrette and cocktail sauce. Wished the shooters came with horseradish. Bulgogi tacos, buns stuffed with duck, soy garlic chicken wings were ordered off the happy hour menu and all of the small platters were delicious. Pork belly dinner paired with white kimchi and chicharron giving a different spin. It was as the perfect way to end the meal. I would return the menu is unique, ambiance is trendy and service was friendly.

Always reliable with availability and it's on seated! Don't miss out on that cash back. I haven't been back in a few years but it's just as I remember it, modern, a bit sexy, and a bit pricey. But it's reliable and good food. We opted for the classic uni bibimbap and the pork belly. Both dishes were exactly what we wanted, a bit of fried rice but not too heavy with some pork belly. The bibimbap could have used a tad more citrus and salt but otherwise very good. The pork belly was spectacular. The fried pork rinds otherwise known as the skin was a nice surprise. Wasn't expecting that bit of fusion. And the pork belly itself - no complaints. We could have used a bit more salad but otherwise this is executed to perfection. We were in and out of there pretty quickly but we enjoyed our time.

Came here before a concert at Irving Plaza. Large venue, with a unique yet moody interior. The staff were very Friendly, & very helpful. We had Caz & Angel. We had the Small Beef BBQ Combo, which comes with Egg Soufflé (which I didn't like, tasted like vinegary eggs), Corn Cheese (think creamed corn w/cheese), Short Rib, Skirt Steak, Ribeye, & Marinated Short Rib. I was a bit apprehensive at first, as at home in NJ, Korean BBQ places are like Rodizio. So for a far less price, they just keep bringing the meats as long as you want, leaving you with the "meat sweats." Well, this place showed me that it truly can be worth it. While expensive, the QUALITY of the cuts of meat were nothing short of amazing. It's like they only served you the best pieces of the best cuts. Absolutely delicious! Plus their grill style doesn't trap the grease like most do, so they don't have to come change it out, & you and your clothes don't smell of smoke when you're done. I give credit where credit is due, I feel like I got my moneys worth. Also, it is important to point out that it was just enough for two. We were satisfied, but not stuffed. Grades: Egg Soufflé: C- Corn Cheese: B Short Rib: A+ Skirt Steak: A+ Ribeye: A+ Marinated Short Rib: A+