Kalbi BBQ specializes in authentic Korean tabletop grilling where diners sear marinated meats and fresh vegetables directly at their tables. The menu features classic bulgogi and short ribs alongside an expansive selection of freshly prepared sushi rolls and nigiri. Side dishes known as banchan accompany the grilled proteins, providing a diverse range of traditional fermented flavors and textures. The interior layout emphasizes social interaction through integrated grills, facilitating a highly interactive cooking process for groups. Professional staff provide necessary guidance on grilling techniques to ensure optimal flavor development for each cut of meat. This establishment combines the intensity of high-heat Korean barbecue with the precise artistry of Japanese raw fish preparations. Patrons find a comprehensive menu that bridges two distinct culinary traditions within a single, functional space designed for efficient and communal preparation.
Kalbi BBQ is a popular all-you-can-eat destination known for its fun, interactive dining experience where guests cook their own meats at the table. Many visitors praise the wide variety of menu items, including flavorful marinated meats, fresh sushi, and various side dishes, which are delivered to tables by unique robot servers. While most reviews highlight the quick service, lively atmosphere, and great value for the price, some diners have noted occasional issues with ambient noise, temperature fluctuations, and inconsistent meat quality or portion sizes. Despite mixed feedback regarding specific pricing policies and potential wait times, it remains a frequently recommended spot for groups and social gatherings in Montreal.
C'est un incontournable pour moi chaque fois que je vais à Montréal. Le concept de sushis & de BBQ coréen à volonté est vraiment excellent. Tout est savoureux & bien préparé. La qualité & le goût des plats sont toujours au rendez-vous. Le service est impeccable, attentionné & efficace. Le robot est divertissant pour les enfants. En plus, la décoration est magnifique & crée une ambiance très agréable pour profiter du repas.
Le kalbi demande du Tips au moment de payé.
De 1 : c'est un robot qui te sert
De 2: quand tu demande de l'eau il ne te sert pas tu doit versé ton eau toi même!
De 3: je n'ai eu aucun service.. alors pourquoi donner du tips.
De 4: rare son les employés qui parle français …
C'est vraiment excellent mais on savait pas que c'était un all toi can eat alors on est ressortis avec un gros bill (sinon c'est super bon on se fait servir par des robots)
There's a mandatori service fee of 15% after six people party. But there's no additional service. There's a Robot bringing the meal to the table ; & you're not allowed to leave the empty dishes on it.
We had to ask every time to a server to take them out.
The fountain soda hasn't refill.
They don't even gave water to each one of us.
They charged my group a mandatory 15% service fee AFTER tax, because we were a large group. However we got separated into 5 different tables & the robot served us literally the entire time. I'm not sure if this is even legal to charge the tip after tax. I hope it wasn't on purpose but i think the same girl charged all of us one by one so that would add up to a lot of extra money spent/earned & i don't believe it's ethical. They did tell us about the service fee in advance so I'm not complaining about that part, just the fact that we were barely even served. Just once at the beginning to seat us & explain things.
Aside from that, service was good though, as in, the waiter greeted us & was happy to explain what drinks there were. After giving the drink, he left & didn't give us water so we just asked the kitchen if we could take a pitcher of water. I tried to get his attention a few times but I'm not sure if he was looking in our direction. Not sure if it's normal.
Food was good as well but it's a bit overpriced. I understand because it's near downtown though. The pitcher of alcohol was really worth it & it tasted good.
Overrated to be honest they are better all-you-can-eat places that are cheaper as well. 50 plus $ for all-you-can-eat sushi that wasn't all of that is crazy . Also, the scenery is meh, & the chairs are so far from the table. I will never go back to be honest save your money. I love the cute server kitty robot 🐱. All jokes aside I don't recommend, save your money. In this economy with mid-quality sushi & not a lot of variety for an all-you-can-eat sushi it's a no for me.
Deliceux repas en format illimité. Choix de viandes & légumes à faire cuire soi-même au centre de la table. Aussi sushis à volonté. Le service par des serveurs & robots ce qui est funny.
For AYCE, it's actually quite good. I'm not expecting high quality or anything. You can even get sushi, & honestly, how they crank those out so quickly astonishes me.
I think my main complaint is that if you go multiple times, you do get kinda bored with the options. It does get quite stale. Your first visit, you are just blown away that you can order on your phone, it comes to you on a robot, & that you can do this forever for as long as you finish it. It feels too good to be true. Until you go for your fourth try & you kinda want to eat something different, but you can't. I think that's just the nature of these places, but man. I'm just tired of the menu, & honestly, it's both a me & a them problem.
Also, sometimes they do miss orders & you are waiting for something that may not ever come. This is more of a problem when it gets busy in there.
The service is really good though. The atmosphere is great. I love a good moody lighting, & they played some 2000s & 2010s music in the background, which is my jam.
First time at a Korean BBQ place. Food was delicious. Got right in around 1:30 pm without a reservation. You order via a QR code & a cute kitty robot brings it to you! Loved everything but the loud rap. It was unfortunately not censored so you might not want to bring children here. There is a large, steep flight of steps to enter the restaurant, so be aware of that. Not a problem for us. Not sure if they have an elevator. Pricing was good, $34 per person for all you can eat with a 2 hour table time.
