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bb.q Chicken Waikiki is a korean spot in Waikiki.
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Waikiki may be famous for its beaches, but its Korean food scene is worth exploring too. I pulled together this guide from the 13 Korean spots worth knowing in the area — blending our editors' verified picks with the highest-rated options our visitors keep coming back to.
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From the sizzling table grills at Ginza Won Restaurant, a well-regarded intimate family-run Korean BBQ spot, to the hearty kalbi and bibimbap portions at Me Bar-B-Que, there's a solid range of Korean eats right in the heart of Waikiki. Topped Waikiki 2.0 is also popular for its traditional Korean dishes served in an airy space with a street-facing patio — a great spot to watch the Waikiki world go by.
Spots that our editors have personally visited are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it to see which restaurants come with his first-hand seal of approval.
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Based on our curated guide, standout options include Ginza Won Restaurant for intimate Korean BBQ with table grills, Me Bar-B-Que for generous portions of kalbi and bibimbap, and Topped Waikiki 2.0 for traditional Korean dishes in a breezy patio setting. Look for the NateEatsHawaii badge to see our editors' personally verified picks.
Me Bar-B-Que and STIX ASIA are both known for offering Korean fare at more accessible, mid-range price points — solid options if you want a satisfying Korean meal without a big splurge in Waikiki.
This is a curated guide that combines our editors' personally verified picks with the best-rated Korean spots in Waikiki based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii. We review and refresh the list regularly to keep it accurate and useful.
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