4. Restaurants

Honey Pig

3473 Old Norcross Rd,Ste 304, Duluth, GA, 30096
  • (770) 476-9292
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  • Autumn L.

    The honey pork and Kia bi (traditional Korean BBQ) was alright but it was over priced. The flavor is pretty similar to any other Korean BBQ places. compared to other bbq places i've been to ,there's wasn't many side dishes, only a salad soup and another side. Then they have bean sprouts and Kim chi along with the BBQ that they cook in front of you in a dome-like grill. The only thing I really liked was the Kim chi. Overall it was decent but overpriced. It was more of an experience than the food itself. The place was clean and cool; it had a great modern decor and korean pop music for you to enjoy. If you just want some good and cheap food, dont waste your money here.

    (3)

  • Phillip C.

    First I do have the say the food was good. The "Honey Pig" was tasty. The bad part of it all was the place was freezing cold. Even after they moved us from the door it was cold. The service was not great. We had to ask for them to cook our food. We've been to other Korean BBQ places around town and they were much better. This place doesn't even bring all the different small accompaniments that I am used to at a Korean BBQ place. We had to ask for lettuce, rice, water. Honey Pig had us eating one thing at a time and I don't think anyone would enjoy that. I certainly didn't. It was not what we were used to.

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    This is hands down my favorite place to eat. The staff is friendly and helpful, the interior is very unique and welcoming and the food is just amazing.

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    Service: The staff is very friendly who come by and cook your meat and always make sure your next meat is ready on deck. Food: The meat is pretty standard; I don't know if it's worth the price compared to other places. You meat is heated alongside kimchi and bean sprouts. The fat and leftover meats on the grill are drained on one side. One downside is that the fried rice costs extra whereas at Iron Age it's complimentary. Another thing I have concerned about is that the plastic water bottles they have at tables are indented from the heat of the grill so I question whether these plastic bottles are still safe to drink from.

    (3)

  • Yelper In A.

    I used to LOVE this place! But now, not anymore!! We ordered the "unlimited" as we always did, for $26.95/pp, which is the most expensive of all AYCE Korean BBQ in the Duluth area. But since I liked their meats, we came back again tonight. Big mistake! When this place first opened, you got a lot of freebies such as octopus and pancake. They took that away a while ago. Now, even things that used to come with the meal are a la carte. Fried rice at the end of the meal? Extra charge. The miso soup that comes when the fried rice comes? Yep, extra charge too. What's next? I think it's safe to say that I won't be coming back for a while.

    (1)

  • Chris H.

    Honey pig is sooooooooooo good. I love this restaurant. They are packed and clearly never have to worry about going out of business. Packed all the time and they have new flavors of marinade. I would eat here 3 times a week if I could.

    (5)

  • j t.

    This place is mediocre at best. The place is a trendy fad and way too noisy. The exhaust hoods above every table is too high to be effective at exhausting any smoke from the grill. The exhaust hoods make it impossible to keep the place warm, so if you go here during the winter months, bring a blanket. Save your hard earned money for a place where the meats are marinated better and where you can talk to the people at the table without yelling at them.

    (2)

  • Shelby S.

    Amazing. Your hair will smell like corpse when you leave, that's natural. It was probably time for you to take a shower anyway you filthy animal. Eat here, tell yourself it's "good for you because it's authentic." Then go to Sun-O for dessert, repeat the rationalizing thought that "it's good for you because it's authentic."

    (5)

  • Johnny W.

    There are only two waiters serving on Sunday lunch time, and I gotta push the bell to call them. I ordered the unlimited beef & pork BBQ. The pork were pickled, but the beef were not! Meat quality are pretty good, and you could feel how tender of that. It's not cheap though, we spent over $50 for two people in lunch. BTW, It's cold inside, they don't use air condition, and ambience is cold and dark.

    (3)

  • Jang C.

    My last 3-star Honey Pig review seemed controversial. I even had an anonymous Korean stranger send me a "compliment" on Yelp on how much of a moron I was [1]. Well, I'm hoping this review will give me more of the same, flattering compliments. It's been a long time since I went to Honey Pig. I have some of my same complaints. I still find it overpriced. After paying $30 and destroying everything on the dome [2], I left feeling okay. I definitely didn't feel leaving stuffed. I needed something extra to get me to the satisfied feeling. It's also the first Korean place where they gave no banchans. I can't remember if this was the norm in Honey Pig. But I noticed it this time, and thought it was odd. It also hurts them in the value department more. The pork belly still tasted good. And I do admit, the food here tastes delicious. The pork belly seems higher quality than Iron Age. Also Honey Pig has other meats other than cha dol bae gi and pork belly. But for the money, if I wanted to just eat pork belly, I would go to Iron Age instead. The servers were a lot better than before. The service was on point. We didn't have to ask for anything. They refilled everything before we even noticed that it needed a refill. The female servers smiled at my lame jokes. They worked fast and gave friendly, courteous service. I give 5 stars for service, 4 stars for the food, and 2 stars for value. It averages out to 3.667 stars. So it rounds up to 4 stars. I'm disappointed though. I hoped that I gave it 3 stars again so I can get more hate mail from their fans. Oh well, math doesn't lie. [1] You can dig through my compliments if you want to read his message. [2] The dome is the hot, metal dome the meat cooks on.

    (4)

  • Divine A.

    We went to this restaurant while we were in the area. Very cute place. You can see and feel the Korean vibe. I love Korean food so expectations were high. Every table has its own big grill for grilling the BBQ and side dishes. They has very big portions. And unlimited side dishes. Wish they has this down in Soflo.

    (4)

  • Scott E.

    I love Honey Pig. The atmosphere is great- young, trendy and diverse. The food is also great. I've now gotten the Chicken Bulgogi twice, the honey pig special (pork belly) and then pork belly with garlic. Everything has been great. I still can decide where I like the kimchi fried rice or not.

    (4)

  • Linh N.

    I am not a huge fan of korean food but I do LOVE korean BBQ! Though honey pig is definitely one of the more expensive korean bbq places in Atlanta, I do think it has better flavor and meat quality. Ordering a la carte for some of the specialty meats will definitely run your bill up. I usually go for the all you can eat option and it is well worth the $25. The brisket is delicious and if you like pork belly, I'd suggest the wine pork belly - I find it more tender and flavorful. But don't fill up on all that meat! The best part is the kim chi fried rice they make in front of you at the end. YUMMMMMM! I usually save some meat at the end so they can mix it into the rice. Also, each waiter puts their own mix/flavors into the fried rice so just hope you get a good one! ;) Now the downside...the service. Honey pig's service is a hit or miss. When it's crowded, just forget about it unless you don't mind waiting a LONG time. However, on my most recent visit the service was superb. But overall, it's usually just mediocre. ALSO, don't wear anything nice here unless you want to come out smelling like korean BBQ!

    (4)

  • Lisa T.

    Grilled pork belly YUMMIES! They first sit you down at a table with a HUGE round grill and you pick your raw meats you want to eat. We ordered thick and juicy pork cuts and o.mah.gah!!! Each piece will melt.in .yo.mouth! and the kim chi sides were perfectly fermented for mah belly. One good thing about this place is that they do all the grilling for you at your table and you and your guest just have to sit back and enjoy each other's presence. Be prepared to smell like BBQ grill afterwards though. :) After all the grillin' fun, they'll throw on some rice to make kim chi fried rice. You can even ask them to mix in your leftover meat in the rice. I gave it a 4 out 5 because.. I think it's a bit overpriced and we had to wait 45 minutes to be seated. -_- I'd come back and take out-of-towners there for a one-time experience. I hear there are other places around town that are half the price, but i'm sure it won't be as festive as honey pig.

    (4)

  • Carol C.

    If you like to eat mass amounts of pork belly, this is a good place to go. I went to this place two days in a row! I actually give it 3.5 stars since the service was good and food itself was tasty. The only downside was limited banchans. I like a variety of banchans and it was definitely lacking here. The dangjangjigae at the end is pretty good. You eat that with the fried rice they make for you at the end and you are golden. I would recommend this place for Korean food lovers!

    (3)

  • Thuy An H.

    Not again .. The beef brisket was nothing but fat. Bulgogi was too sweet. They did not have rice (WHAT?!). We got there at 12am - they don't close to 2am - and they are not making any more rice for the rest of their customers - it was six of us as a party. Their "signature" plate was DEFINITLEY not worth $30.99 per plate. Bottom line: I would not revisit. I wish 678 would stay open a little later - if they did, we would not have gave Honey Pig a try. If I would to give one "pro" about the establishment, it would be their décor. That's it.

    (1)

  • Jennifer T.

    I really loved the decor and service of this place...probably more so than the food. The decor is more young and hip compared to the traditional mom-and-pop places I've been. The waitstaff was definitely a young group and they were fast and funny. My friend and I really had a good time talking to all the servers and getting suggestions and recommendations on the food. And then there's the food. Well, not quite what I expected. I was really excited and anxious to try the pork belly that everyone raves about , but to be honest, I was a little underwhelmed. We ordered the pork belly and the short ribs...the short ribs were definitely better. The pork belly is fatty, which was expected, but they were not seasoned...which i did not expect...and it tasted a little gamey which I did not like. The side dishes and kimchi were good, especially the kimchi. The bonus of the meal was that they would make your bowl of white rice into a kimchi fried rice at no extra charge. At the end of the meal, they would cook your rice right on the grill. Overall we had a good time but I probably won't be rushing back for the food.

    (3)

  • Nick R.

    We tried this out on a Saturday with some friends in the area. It was the first time for anyone at the table eating korean bbq besides myself, so it was a little interesting on their part. Eating Korean BBQ takes a lot of time. You can't really be in and out. So, this translates to a really long wait for a table. We showed up and the wait was 30 minutes, which was actually a little more like 45. Their waiting area is tiny and gets packed quickly, which kind of sucks if it's cold outside. But once you get seated, it's worth it. First thing is, if you're a first timer order the unlimited. You will spend that $25 up anyways, so you might as well get the unlimited and try most of their options out. The meat was fantastic as well as the kimchi. We tried all versions of their pork (except spicy-the rest of the table was a bunch of pansies), as well as their beef. Our main server was an awesome guy. Friendly and described how to do it for the noobs. The only thing I didn't like was one girl working the floor kept asking us if we were ready to leave, it was very unwelcoming which is why I took two stars away. At a certain point, it just became RUDE. There wasn't anyone waiting for a table and they weren't close to closing yet.

    (3)

  • Vy N.

    Delicious Korean BBQ! First time coming here and we had a pretty pleasant experience. The food was bomb and the service wasn't bad either. We both ordered the unlimited meat which consists of brisket, pork belly, squid, pork skin, large intestines, and chicken. We love going to Iron Age, but the food here is so much fresher! We only ordered brisket, pork belly, chicken and squid. My favorite was the squid! Super flavorful. Brisket was super fresh. And the pork belly was pretty good too! It was literally so much food! Only gripe is that it's a little on the expensive side. Definitely he best Korean BBQ I've had though.

    (4)

  • James P.

    I always visit this restaurant when I'm in Atlanta. There are 3 locations of Honey Pig Virginia and Maryland. Apparently, they are a copycat of this restaurant. Though the price is higher at this location than ones back home, quality of the meat is far superior and tastier along with their kimchee. When going to Korean restaurants, I don't look for service too much, but this restaurant had pretty good service given how busy they were.

    (5)

  • Lisa Y.

    Being Korean, all you can eat meat buffets are something we eat quite often whether at home or out at a restaurant. It was my first time at Honey Pig recently, and it's alright. Everyone told me that Honey Pig is better than Iron Age, and sadly, I'd have to disagree. Although on certain aspects, Honey Pig is slightly better, overall, I'd have to say for me, it'd be Iron Age. The all you can eat meat price is $22.95 which is simply unheard of. Maybe it's due to the lack of competition there is in GA for all you can eat meat, but in California, with prices that high, you're bound to run out of business. Especially is most of the options are exactly the same. They offer beef brisket, wine-marinated pork, spicy pork, unmarinated pork, fried rice at the end with soup, and the typical sauce and "salad". At Honey Pig, instead of offering a salad in Sesame oil and whatnot, it is just green onions, which is not as tasty. They ran out of Romane lettuce which is disappointing when eating "Sam Gup Sal" since the lettuce is essential in the meal. However, I did like that they offered the spicy pork since Iron Age does not. And it was nice that the kimchi was included in the meal, although you can ask for kimchi for free at Iron Age as well. The hot sauce was... different to say the least. I think they mix it with ketchup because there is a slight taste of it, and it was my first time eating meat without the hot sauce so it was not as satisfying nor delicious as it should of been. Overall, my experience here was alright, but I think I'll still stick to Iron Age. $14.99 all you can eat meat which better hot sauce, better quality beef brisket, pork, and at a cheaper price.

    (3)

  • Zorin D.

    I continued my trend of Asian themed breakfast around lunchtime at Honey Pig. I've got to admit when it comes to Korean food, most of the time the main staple of kimchi makes me want to gag. My experience usually ranges from somewhere in between edible and pretty tasty. This was not sadly not exactly my cup of tea. The sauces were good but the meat seemed a tad under seasoned for my taste. I've been to Korea before and it is definitely authentic, yet authentic Korean is not exactly my cup of tea.

    (3)

  • Dio S.

    A rather fancily designed and well marketed Korean BBQ place. Honey Pig gives a consistent and comfortable dining experience in a nice environment. Food ranges from average to pretty good, with the average food being very disappointing given their price. The signature pork belly is quite good, especially when not overdone (it's up to you to make sure that doesn't happen) so that you still get different layers of texture. My favorite is the excellent short rib which is marinated nicely and cooks to a (surprisingly) slightly crunchy texture and full of flavor, not tough or greasily chewy. The condiment are pretty standard if you've been to Korean BBQ places, with the exception of sticky rice paper and pickled daikon radish sheets as alternatives to lettuce leaf. Both are nice touches. What I am not a fan of is how the meal tends to become centered around the mound of bean sprouts, kimchee, and rice which are constantly being refilled on the cooking surface. Actually, the rice typically gets added near the end. The meat themselves come in fairly small portions and are quickly consumed, so you are constantly munching on these side stuff. They are filling but not great tasting. I've eaten a few meals at Honey Pig and every time I feel stuffed, of things I didn't really want to eat that much. So, even though some meats are quite good, I can't say I would crave the Honey Pig meal as a whole any time soon.

    (3)

  • Hildee I.

    Never again! The Cooking Channel highlighted this place and it's around the corner from my home so when my friend said she wanted to take her kids to Korean BBQ where you can cook at your own table I said we HAVE to go here. Y U C K ! We told our server it was our first time and he helped us pick the most popular cuts of meat. None of the raw meat arrived seasoned in any way. He placed the raw meats on the heated lid (that's what it looks like) and came back to turn the meats. until they were cooked. There were sauces to add but the meats were mostly tough, mostly bland, mostly boring. Too much work for very little reward. Very pricey. Keep your Korean BBQ Honey Pig, this gal won't be back!

    (1)

  • Annie L.

    This place would get 5 stars but it's kind of pricey! Our bulgogi was $17, the "honey pig pork" was $19...our wine was $15 for a small bottle (something I could get for like $7 bucks at the store...yikes!). Basically, you are totally going here for the experience. The meat was delicious but a little overcooked. My bf likes it fully cooked but I probably should have mentioned I like mine a little on the medium rare side (I'm talking about the bulgogi). They give you complimentary kim-chi ish soup (tasted like kim chi served cold with chunks of tofu soup), veggies, and fried rice after the meat is cooked. They also cook the kim chi over the grill as well as the bean sprouts. Lastly, they give you yet another soup at the end of the meal, which reminded me of a non-spicy tofu soup. I really had a good vibe for this place, but my bf wasn't a complete fan. It's not a place to go to if you IMMEDIATELY want food---you need to wait for that sh*t. But as for me, I'm a complete fan. Our tab was a little over $70 (not including tip) so expect to fork up some money for this "experience." I would definitely still go here again---this place is goooooood. I also really liked the button option where you call for the server. "Naaaeeeeeeee" is their response (I think it means "yes" or something).

    (4)

  • Sun S.

    Last time we were there and we had to wait for our meat and the waiter told us if we got steamed rice while eating BBQ , then we will not hv kimchi rice at the end. I saw other tables ..yeah ...they have both and even have soup in the end. Two weeks later went with our Korean friends. Guess what!!!!!we had steamed rice, kimchi rice and soup ...omg!!! Hope this is nothing to do with "nationality "...

    (2)

  • vuong p.

    Great place to entertain friends. Between normal and food conversations, it keeps the mood fun and happy. Beautiful decor, excellent food, and service is pretty innovative. Wireless buttons on the wall call your server over so there's no awkward wait. Food is more on the simplicity side, very little marinades. Side dishes were scarce but the main meal is rather large. Good time and more in the future.

    (4)

  • Fck H.

    The only reason I gave them a one star rating is because I couldn't give them a Negative five star rating. I have never been treated so poorly at a restaurant. The service was sub par and thats a nice way of putting it. As soon as we sat down the worker rushed over and immediately asked us if we were ready to order. It was our first time there. He said that he would give us a min. As soon as he left another worker came by and asked the same thing. The waiters were all just sitting around the tv and would nudge one another whenever someone wanted something. We placed our order to one of the waiters. When the food came out they just threw everything on the table and slapped the meat on the grill. They only brought out one of our orders. we had ordered three. When we mentioned that they forgot the other two orders they made rude comments and gestures. The workers there were rude multiple times to myself along with my girlfriend, her sister, and our friend. An infant chimpanzee has more manners than those piss poor lazy workers there. I will say one of the workers did try to be nice but he was still rude. We thought that we would give Honey pig a try since we always go to Iron Age. That was a mistake. Never again will I go to such a horrible place. Overall the service and food were not good by any means. SAVE YOUR money and not eat there.

    (1)

  • Laura N.

    Awesome Korean BBQ place with excellent food and chic contemporary decor! Everything is obviously fresh and really delicious. Honey Pig's complimentary bean sprouts and kimchi were the best I have ever eaten, and I truly enjoyed them, despite the fact that I normally am not a fan of either one. The bean sprouts were crunchy and spicy. The kimchi was delightfully sweet, salty, and spicy. The HONEY PIG ($17.95) and the BERKSHIRE PIG ($16.95) are basically the same cuts of meat (pork belly), except the honey pig is presumed to be higher quality. They were equally fresh and delicious, with a roughly 50/50 balance of meat and fat, but the honey pig was more tender. Some of the pork got a little burnt and turned into amazing pieces of really thick bacon. The KALBI ($17.95) and the BEEF BULGOGI ($16.95) are my favorites! Because kalbi and bulgogi are already marinated, they are sweeter and more flavorful than the honey pig and Berkshire pig. The meat is really fresh and tender. I thought the portions were huge and a great value. If I were here with my sister, we could have easily ordered one thing and still have tons of leftovers. All of the side dishes were excellent, and I loved the complimentary spicy fried rice that we received at the end of our meal. Overall, this was a great experience. I am so glad that it stays open until 1 am, although they do ask customers to leave once the clock hits 1 am.

    (5)

  • Cindy W.

    I walked in here giddy for Korean food and friends and not sure how this restaurant would differ from all the other all you can eat places. So you walk in and sit down and the first thing I noticed is the cool decor and round dome on the top in the middle of the table, as well as the all-male 20's something employees. What? Most college boys I know can't make grilled cheese right, do I actually want to eat here? The atmosphere (you pay for it too) is about the same- Honey Pig targets the young Asian crowd with the k-pop blasting in the background, hip decor, and even more hip employees. I would never see someone's halmoni and harabuji here, and if they are, I'd imagine them as out of place. The menu is online. Most of the meats range from 15 to about 25, with 20 being the median. It's 22 for all you can eat, though it doesn't include Honey Pig. So what is so special about Honey Pig? They call it "Kurobuta pork", but it's essentially the same thing as Berkshire pork, which is also listed for a dollar less on the menu...Hm...ok... Water's on the side in a bottle, serve yourselves. They bring cold soup (not bad) too. So once you order, they put kimchi and sprouts on the side of the dome and the meats on top (we ordered the Honey Pig, Bulgogi, Prime Short Rib, and Duck). The guys come by to cook/adjust heat and if you need anything, press the button. Yeah, they holla when you do, it's pretty alarming if it's your first time. Once the meat is done, you can do several things. Use lettuce or rice wrap as the wrap, add toppings like peppers or radish/sauces like the two flanking the peppers/salt, a small piece or kimchi or sprouts, and your meat. Wrap and eat, ah love. Alright, here's the critique: the prime short rib was the best meat. They call it Kobe style, but I didn't see much fat marbling to warrant the high price (not even as much as the pictures on here....lame). The bulgogi was tender and textbook good, but the high price prevents me from ordering this again. The honey pig was good, but it was 80% fat and 20% meat, literally. I can't believe I just paid $20 for that contribution to heart attacks (50/50 would have been much better)! Sheesh, is eating here going to be like smoking, paying for cigs to die of lung cancer? The duck? I just paid $16 for maybe 8slices of 3mm duck. And it was disgusting. It was somehow very salty and had a strange offending bloodish/gamey taste that I would avoid at all costs. We had a lot of kimchi and sprouts left over, so the guys asked us if we wanted fried rice...we were all full, so we asked to get it to go...but he was a jerk and didn't want to do it. All that food gone to waste...and rice doesn't even cost that much... :( So why the 4 stars? Well to be frank I had a blast (the only boy in the team finished the duck..LOL!) and thoroughly enjoyed myself here... ... until I saw the tab. $80 for 4 people to eat fat?! That's ok, it was a good experience. I'd recommend taking first timers here!

    (4)

  • Justin G.

    Thank you Honey pig for you have proven to me that Great Kbbq can be enjoyed in even more states then I imagined. Not the best for large groups since they could not provide a party of about 15 people but I fell in love with the food. The name is perfect for this place - That night I was a pig and enjoyed every moment of it. They keep a good eye on your table to make sure your wraps are plentifull and your kimchee is stacked high. The atmosphere is very pleasing and the wait staff can speak English (for all us non koreans). I have been carrying around their business card for over 2 weeks now just as a reminder to make a good review on this place.

    (4)

  • William P.

    If I could give Honey Pig more than five stars, it would happen. Thanks to an article a friend sent me on where to take out of towners who visit Atlanta, Honey Pig was discovered. Out of the list of places in the article, it was one of a few that I had not been to with my Atlanta friends. If you're ITP, you may not care for the drive out to Duluth, but we were already OTP, so no big deal. The food is worth the drive either way. From the outside, just looks like a restaurant in a strip mall. Inside though, you're greeted with very modern decor that you would find in a restaurant in Buckhead/Midtown/Downtown. Wait staff was also nice to look at, too, which never hurts during a meal. The staff was very nice to educate us on the workings of Korean BBQ although they did leave out the unlimited option that we noticed a few tables away during our meal. We were stuffed anyway, so not a big issue. Meal started out with kimchee and sprouts on the grill and small appetizers for each person (if memory serves they're called banchan, but feel free to correct me). I'm a huge fan of kimchee, but adding to the hot grill, as the server mentioned, enhances the flavor.... and wow was it good. We of course messed up a bit here and devoured kim chee when we probably should have gone slower so we could devour the meaty deliciousness that came next. We ordered the honey pig (pork obviously, but thought I should say it) and beef bulgogi. Yum, yum, yum. A big grill full of thick pork cuts (similar to bacon, but not as salty) and delicously spiced beef.... A+++. The meal then closes out with two things. First fried rice, composed of more kimchee and sprouts. Really great. And then last but not least a spicy miso soup. The last part of course being one of my faves. Super great meal here. Now that I've actually had Korean BBQ and not just soups as I have in Dallas, can't wait to try out the KBBQ places back in big D. And can't wait to go see my Atlanta friends again and head back to Honey Pig for the unlimited meal.

    (5)

  • Andrew C.

    Wow...I gotta admit that I was thoroughly impressed with everything about this restaurant. I will also admit I wasn't expecting too much from a Korean restaurant in Atlanta, but was pleasantly surprised upon coming into Honey Pig. One of the friends that I went with declared Honey Pig as the most authentic korean bbq restaurant that she's had in the U.S...in terms of service, food, etc. We decided to go with the all you can eat option, which is definitely the way to go for those who enjoy food (and if you're reading this yelp review, you probably really enjoy food). I can't remember the names of all the meats, but there were 5 or 6 different options to choose from, and they start from non-marinated and you can make your way progressively to marinated meats. This place also has rice wraps that you can wrap the meat in, but does not have the salad (until later) that typically accompanies korean bbq meals in LA. I want to say that the quality of meat was pretty good, and that all the vegetables that accompanied the meal (kim chi + bean sprouts) were delicious as well. My only gripe would be that there wasn't any pan cheon (little korean side dishes)... To end the meal, the waiter cooked a fried rice mixed with salad, seaweed, etc. on our grill and it was delicious...hadn't ever tried that before from a korean restaurant and was thoroughly impressed... and just when you think it's all over, they bring you soon du bu and only two things run through your mind 1) omg i'm too full 2) ...are we being charged for the fried rice and soon du bu? The answer is no, it's all included in the meal! Overall, the waitstaff was friendly, food was great, came with a party of 6 and easily got seated...great place to go!

    (4)

  • Debrin S.

    This place is so cool- honestly! If you want to exsperience authentic Korean BBQ this is the spot to do it! We had the dishes that they grilled @ your table on a very cool cast iron lid like an "invered wok". There is quit a variety of meat/seafood options. Its accompanied by the house kim chi, romaine lettuce, gojijanj (red thick hot sauce), bean sprouts, & roasted jalapenos, Dikon radish- large sliced to make wraps, scallion & diakon radish salad w soy & vinigar. I had the whole octipus (they saute & cut w scissors @ your table) & my friend had the pork. They offer wine, saki & beer & other beverages. The decor is very cool- urban modern w lots of texture, stone & candles. Large over head vents to limit the smoke. The service & wait staff is cordial & friendly w a relaxed style. If you do decide to try this out- come for dinner w friends & plan on taking your time. They are in no rush & you should do the same! Private parking.

    (4)

  • Brian H.

    I feel awful when my business gets a 1 star, and I don't feel right doing the same to another business; so I try to give poor experiences another try. My most recent visit definitely warranted an upping in stars, though it was a close call. This time, I arrived at 11:10 pm, well ahead of their closing time of 12:00 am, and the cashier was about to send me away again! If that happened, seriously, I would never have returned to this establishment. Thankfully, the lady sat us quickly, and we got started in our ordering. We ordered 3 Honey Pigs portions. My better half, 2 guests and I enjoyed a delicious feast of Honey Pig (BBP Pork), Kimchi, and Soybean Stew (dwenjang jjiggae) immensely. Our guests were so pleased with the experience, I could not but help raise this fantastic and clean establishment to a 5 star again. Tip, check in on four square for a delicious freebie. When I went, we checked in and got a free bottle of soju! What a treat since soju and sahm gyub sahl (korean pork) is a uber popular combination. My friends and we were so excited and giddy again to have our very hungry stomachs filled with such delicious Korean food. I told the owner of our situation last time, and he apologized sincerely. I empathized with him and have decided to re-raise my score to a 5! I love this place. Have a positive day.

    (5)

  • Elissa P.

    I lived in Chicago for almost 10 years and haven't found a place that I liked as much as Chicago's K-town places until Honey Pig. This place has a nicer, industrial hip atmosphere with pretty authentic food. The kimchee has wonderful flavor. I appreciated the spicy tofu soup they brought out towards the end of the meal - and liked the spice. My only request would be to expand the number of banchan offered. They only offer a couple.

    (4)

  • TT S.

    I'm not impressed by their BBQ. What I really like is the rice that comes after your BBQ.

    (4)

  • Stephanie M.

    I went by here a few months ago after hearing so much about the place and finally decided to give it a shot , what I was thinking I'm not quite sure..... ? They had a sign out front advertising a couple of specials after taking a look went in side and asked for a table . Wanting b.b.q. I was informed a party of one was not allowed to cook at a table and would have to order from the menu . After sitting there for several minutes I flagged down a server and let them know I was ready to order was told o.k. and walked off .........? Finally some one comes over ready to take my order , I Asked about the specials on the board outside decided on one of them and the server starts shaking their head no & said they don't have it . I then Asked for the other special again the same response seriously , WTF ? It was 2:00 in the afternoon & the restaurant was completely empty . The service was bad , they were out of specials and I ended up eating something I didn't want due to hunger. The tofu soup that came with the meal was good not memorable . I drove out of my way to get to this restaurant for nothing . The up side , the pig decorations were cute .

    (2)

  • Jennifer C.

    This place is good but can get pretty $$$. I've never had a bad experience and I always leave plenty full!

    (3)

  • Tom C.

    I've been here several times but never yelped about it (until now). Honey Pig is a Korean BBQ place. You order different cuts of pork or beef and they give you several different lettuce, radish, or rice wrap to wrap it in. You can cook your own food or have the servers do it for you. My only beef against Honey Pig is that I feel like that it is over priced. I am a Korean American and I know other Korean BBQ places that have just as good or even better tasting meats. I will say, if you are taking your non-Korean friends to a Korean experience, I would take them here. Their decor here is better than any other Korean BBQ places that I do know.

    (3)

  • Carly K.

    I used to look forward to coming here every time I am near Atlanta just because there isn't a place like this in Tennessee or North Carolina. But of course in California there are way better places then this. But the prices have gone Wayyy up costing us like $30 a person just to get full. They don't even give you that much meat for the price. The music is too loud in here like going to the club and you end up having to shout to your family members across the table. Menu- would recommend getting the honey pig signature pork belly and boneless prime short rib. Drinks- highly recommend rice wine

    (3)

  • Tanya L.

    I've heard so much about Honey Pig from friends and Food Network, so for my boyfriend's birthday we decided to try it. For the $75 (included tip) I paid for, I was disappointed. I actually preferred the Korean BBQ from a sketchy buffet down the street, which was less expensive. We walked in around 8 on Friday and were told there would be a 20 minute wait, it was about 10 minutes so they were good on that. A problem I had with it was the the waiting area....it's too small and you end up being right in front of the door and it's not pleasant when it's cold outside. The wait staff was actually very good. I think it was the best part of Honey Pig. We had 2 guys help us out and they both explained how everything works. Another down side, there is a minimum of ordering 2 entrees to get the food cooked on the skillet in front of you. Since it was just my boyfriend and I, we were planning on ordering the Honey Pig signature beef. Once they waiter told us we had to order a minimum of 2 meals to get the experience and all the sides, we decided on the signature pork along with the signature beef. Being told I have to order 2 entrees which were $30 and $20, I was ready for some alcohol. We got a teapot of Soju, which was good but it didn't get me buzzed like I was hoping. We got the kimchi and bean sprouts with four different sauces, and it I enjoyed it. We then received the beef. The beef was probably my favorite. I did like how the waiter would come from time to time and flip the meat over for us. The pork was later brought out, but it was fatty and not the best. It was still good with the bean sprouts and the onions though. For the prices I paid, I was expecting a lot more meat than the amount we were given. After we finished the pork, they brought tofu soup and made fried rice. The fried rice was better than the soup. I would give the food a 3 out of 5. The service 5 out of 5. The experience 2 out of 5. Maybe I just don't like the Korean BBQ concept, but I gave it a try and wasn't very happy with it.

    (2)

  • Amitenor U.

    The foods was great. The service was terrible.. if you want have an enjoyable experience, you have to go with some one of Asian decent... if not you will not be served and you will have to ask multiple times for things included in your meal and lastly the serving staff will try to avoid your table.

    (2)

  • rachel m.

    YUM! I have limited exp in Korean BBQ admittedly but I think this place is awesome. It is modern and CLEAN inside and with my exposure mostly being from Buford hwy this is a great atmosphere for me. The walls are actually covered in what looks like to be magazines when you examine closey..very cool. The bathrooms has really pretty sinks that lit up and I am pretty sure there was a bidet on the toilet. Or some fancy self cleaning device...I also have limited exp with bidets. We were seated immediately and had our order taken. Pork belly and Bugulgi. The sprouts and kimchi were added then the pork belly. I loved seeing the pork fat drip down and flavor the sides! We had all of our little dishes ready to go and our server told us when the pork belly was ready and I am glad because I was unsure. I didn't know if i would like the pork belly because of all the fat on it but it was a wonderful firm texture which all tasted like bacony goodness. The bugolgi came next and it was well seasoned. Once we stuffed our faces, we stuffed them more with the fried rice. It was pretty good, i added the miso to it to give it a little more of a salty flavor. We were well attended too. We had to ask for a few things but they were very nice and quick when we did ask. I wish this place wasn't out in the sticks or I would come back more often. I thought the price was fair. 35$ before tip for all of that and the experience was well worth it. LOVE IT!

    (4)

  • Kevin K.

    Food is good, better than most similar all you can eat type of places in ATL.. That being said, this place effing charged us $4 for a can of Sprite. Service went down the drain. Had freaking little punks all tatted up serving. Slow, unresponsive, and did I mention slow? And it was not busy as most of them were just loitering around the kitchen area... Expect to pay $30 a head after tax and tip. But $4 for a can of sprite is little extreme especially since we ordered alcohol too... Pos There are other places that service equal if not better quality meat with better service but cheaper at 678 or todamgor. I recommend those places to try as well.

    (2)

  • Michael L.

    We came here on the way back from a trip to north GA (where we had some awesome BBQ at a farmer's market known for selling fried pies! But that's for another review). We ordered 3 kinds of meats (the pork belly, beef brisket, and beef short rib). All the meats were of decent quality, and tasted as much. The kimchi was decently fermented, and the sprouts were a tasty source of veggies. The fried rice made with the leftovers on the cooking dome is a nice touch. This place is good (both service and food quality), but I can't say it's necessarily special. Just can't quite give it a 4, because usually 4s are for places I'd look forward to returning to. Despite the good experience, I'm not really feelin' it. Having the A/C above drip water onto me several times wasn't a plus either, but whatever. (3.5)

    (3)

  • Bob D.

    Worth travelling to. Good Korean barbeque. Very authentic presentation and flavors.

    (4)

  • Rani C.

    So much meat. Good Lord. I actually wanted salad for the next few days. If you like pork, chicken, beef, go here. Very fun place to go with a huge group of friends.

    (4)

  • Joselle C.

    I've been hearing this korean bbq place from my sisters so I thought I'd give this a shot. The name doesn't sound korean tho. HONEY PIG. haha. Anyway, I went here with my husband, cousin and a friend over dinner yesterday and here's what I have to say. It's quite expensive! The four of us shared 3 orders. Bulgogi, Sam gyupsal and kalbi. It was just enough for us but when they split the bill to 4, each of us ended up paying $17+. I wish we just went to Iron Age and ate all you can korean bbq for $15! I didn't like the sides either. Not that much good selections. The taste of the meat was good (they all taste the same to me anyway). I really wasn't thrilled. At least I've got to experience it and I'm on to discover a new korean bbq place! lol

    (3)

  • Christin K.

    The food is actually good here. They put the mung beans and kimchi on there to fry. I came with a group, about 6 people, and I think that was the perfect amount for all the side dishes and all that. It is a little crowded, in terms of the table being really small, there's not that much room for all the food, dishes, cups. You better get cozy with whoever you went out with. I like the cold kimchi soup, it gives a good refreshing taste. Also the rice wraps were nice. Everything was really good, minus 1 star for the seating/ table room and -1 for being overpriced.

    (3)

  • John E.

    I hooked up with a fairly large group of restaurant geeks at Honey Pig last Thursday night. I wanted to wait until I had the time to do a good, honest review so that accounts for the delay - I thought this restaurant worth exploring a bit. I've seen the cast iron lid-style Korean cooking before but haven't done more than sample a couple of things - this is the first time I've sat down and really immersed myself in this particular type of cooking. I've eaten more than my fair share of Korean (I'm half so I grew up eating my mother's and her many friend's cooking so you can say I'm "experienced") but most of that involved the more traditional dishes - restaurant fare mostly came later to me as an adult. I'd mostly only had samgyupsal as an ingredient in kimchi jjigae (kimchi soup) - I think I first saw samgyupsal cooking on a cast-iron lid on the west coast. At first glance it looks similar to the grills you see in typical Korean BBQ places, then you notice that they are larger and look more like inverted woks. There's a lip going around the edge and a hole for the fat to drain into a waiting metal bowl. Most of the gas heat is near the top so the meats and foods that take longer to cook are usually placed there, with veggies and kimchi towards the base of the "mountain" - a little pat of butter is usually melted near the top before the meats are placed. Our group was split into two tables - at our table we had two each of the pork belly (think thick slabs of short-cut bacon) and beef loin (shaved thin) with one vegetarian mushroom entree. The meal is preceded by some cold daikon soup which was really refreshing - next plates are placed on the table various accouterments such as leaf lettuce and rice skins (to make wraps), raw garlic, sambal paste and Doen Jang Jjigae (bean paste). You assemble your dish using any variation of ingredients using the lettuce or rice paper or just swirling the meats and popping them in the mouth. The first things to go on lid the was kimchi and beansprouts - with the shaved beef near the top. The dish is accompanied by a fair assortment of ingredients as mentioned above - you just pick a few ingredients and place in the lettuce or your plate and go to town. Next comes the pork - I liked dredging the samgyupsa in the gireumjang (salt and sesame oil) before placing the rice wrap (suggested by my friend John Foster who frequents the restaurant and the leader of this venture) - quite tasty - add a wedge of raw garlic to kick it up a notch. The mushrooms were at the other end of the table but I saw inoki and portobellos amongst others - I heard comments regarding how delicious everything was. The meal is finished off with rice and some chopped nori - basically what's left of the lid is all cut up and stirred around on the hot lid to produce fried rice. This is accompanied with some tofu soup. We all had Hite beer and some soju to lube down this wonderful meal - the best thing about Korean cooking in general is the sense of communal gathering and sharing. This type food is made for groups to enjoy with plenty of conversation. I'm not sure if I would recommend this restaurant to everyone - I would call it a "next step" restaurant after some more typical Korean fare is experienced. Some people too may be turned off a bit by the fatty pork - but if it's allowed to stay in the heat for a bit you end up with bacon, and who doesn't like bacon? I think next time I'm trying the sea scallops - I can just taste the flavor of large plump scallops in bacon fat...aaah!

    (4)

  • Lauren K.

    Best K BBQ on the east coast! The service is always great too!

    (5)

  • Amaryllia L.

    Came here last night with 2 girlfriends who have been telling me how much they love this place and how huge their portions are...unfortunately, after an order of berkshire pig, an order of boneless prime short rib, and an order of jumbo shrimp (totally $67!), I was full, but not nearly as stuffed as I had expected to be. As for the food itself: * boneless prime short rib - pretty average; nothing all that special about it. a bit on the dry side if anything. i could easily get tastier beef at ANY other Korean joint. * jumbo shrimp - $24 for 4 shrimp...ridiculous. * berkshire pig - looked like thick bacon before cooking (which got me excited), but tasted dry, borderline-burnt, and flavorless after cooking (boo!). It was so short of expectations that I had to make myself some bacon for breakfast this morning. With the exception of the sliced pickled daikon, all of the food either tasted super spicy or super bland. If I were to start the rating at 3 stars: +1 for good atmosphere and experience (almost "fun" for a first timer) -0.5 for mediocre service -0.5 for being so crazy expensive -1 for food that I have no desire to try again On a final note, I wonder if I should have came with a Korean friend because when we walked in, it seemed like most other tables DID have huge portions of food and fried rice...or maybe we got jipped for being 3 "skinny" girls. We get hungry too!!

    (2)

  • Alex H.

    Wow. U guys who living near this place and visited here are so poor. How could u guys say it was delicious and great? The worst taste pork and beef here!!! Check ur tongues, pleaz. A star is just for posting. I don't wanna give any score for this place.

    (1)

  • Dexter M.

    Well, I love the Honey Pig. I've been many times with friends and we gladly drove the 25 miles from Atlanta to Duluth. Apparently, some people don't like this place... but then again, some people don't like chocolate.

    (5)

  • Sohee B.

    Female server was not so friendly. Spoke rudely and never came to check on our table. One certain male server pretty much took care of my family til the end. Smiled, friendly, even had small conversations. I hope you kept all the tip money. Loved that they had small fans cause that place is hot! We ordered the unlimited meat. They cut it somewhat thick (I prefer thin). I liked the wine pork and the black pig meat the best. The spicy pork belly wasn't as good as i thought it was going to be. Meat wise, I'd go to Oh My Samgyupsal.

    (3)

  • John O.

    Absolutely the best Korean BBQ I have had in nearly ten years!!! Coming from Garden Grove I was spoiled with so many excellent choices. Every element of my meal was just perfection. The beef was perfectly marblized. The Rice patties (they look like slices of cheese) were a great additon and added great texture. The seasoned soy bean sprouts and kimchi were actually cooked on the BBQ. These flavors were great additons to the beef and pork. Every bite was tender and quite delicious. At the end of the meal our server made fried rice from the remnants of the soy bean sprouts, Kimchi, and the meat. It was so delicious and picked up all the great flavors. Our server, Young Yim, was just outstanding. We were never in need of anything and he always knew what we needed before we asked. We had a group of five and we all just throughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you so much Honey Pig! I am a devoted fan!!

    (5)

  • Kathy H.

    PORK BELLY SIGNATURE DISH = HAPPY. Korean rice wine with your meal is a must (Kooksoondang Makkoli is quickly becoming my new fav!) To grill at your table, you have to order 2 menu items, we chose the pork belly signature dish and the pork skins (yes, we adore pork). Belly was lovely, grilled up all brown and crispy and served with bean sprouts and kimchi, plus they bring some fabulous accompanying sauces and a pickled onion jalapeño relish that is to DIE for. Pork skins were lovely and unlike any before - chewy rather than crunchy, but no less divine. Meal ended with a kimchi infused Korean style fried rice with seaweed that was delish - much better than other Asian fried rice dishes I've had. 2 dish minimum is enough food for 4 or a good doggie bag for 2, so go hungry or roll with a herd - either way it's a worthwhile endeavor!

    (4)

  • Cherry L.

    I am definitely a fan..... been 3-4x in the past 6 months--but dont think i'll be going back for a while....its not something I can eat often as there is not a wide array of flavors and offerings (since i only order the pork) and its just soooo darn heavy....pork belly (read: SUPER FATTY). pricey but good! The young korean guys are always helpful and nice. I've only ordered the pork, so not sure how any of the beef/vege choices are. But the pork is GOOD. The grilled kimchi and bean sprouts are GOOD ALSO. yums. And as other reviews have said, bbq comes with all you can eat rice cake wrappers, daikon wrappers, green onion, jalepenos (fresh and pickled), pickled onions, fresh garlic (which i usually grill it so its not so pungent), chili paste, bean paste, and lettuce. I usually like to wrap meat + rice wrapper + daikon + lettuce + w/e sauce....nomnomnommm As always, you leave korean bbq smelling like grilled...but i saw that they put out a few febreeze sprays near the door to battle that issue haha. FYI, i suggest ordering close to a plate of meat per person at first, and if it isnt enough, you can always add more. ALSO, they have all you can eat for around $23 i think (however, i hear that the pork slices are the *top of line honey pig* quality...not sure of the diff)

    (4)

  • Kathleen O.

    My first experience with Honey Pig was a really nice one. I love the concept of the "family style" dinner and having such a run means of sharing the meal over a cast iron dome was truly a unique experience. Having never experienced Kim Chi before, I found myself really enjoying the complexity of the heat and cabbage combination. The pork belly was suggested by one of our servers and I found it way too fatty for my taste but the seasoned beef suggested was succulent and a treat. Next time I will try the beautiful shrimp I saw being delivered to tables around us. I am a big beliver in rating the entire dining experience and feel I can not give more than a 3 to Honey Pig because of the disappointing attitude of one of the ladies serving us. She was obviously very busy however, she threw things down on our table, did not respond to our direct questions and huff around and made us feel intrusive to her existence. This being said, I absolutely understand that all people have bad days. We had a fun time, enjoyed the food and will be going back again. However, attitudes of staff reflect on the establishment as a whole and Honey Pig's management should at least be aware how attitudes can impact their customers.

    (3)

  • K D.

    This restaurant rocks. The experience itself is terrific. The staff brings out the food and sets it up on the cooking surface in front of you. Then you and your dinner companions get to interact with the meal, turning and taking the bits of meat, mushrooms, seafood, soybean sprouts, kimchee, and whatever else you ordered. To continue the adventure, all of the sauces and sides provide the opportunity to play around with the different flavor combinations. The food takes it to another level. The portions are tremendous to begin with. Add the never ending sprouts and kimchee, and then end the meal with the fried rice. For the price, the amount of food cannot be beat. The quality of the food is incredible, also. The meat is well seasoned, the kimchee has a pleasant heat, and the sesame oil is out of this world. I can't wait until my next trip to Atlanta - Honey Pig will be one of my first stops!

    (5)

  • Jennifer O.

    i have been to honey pig numerous times but am finally getting around to writing a review. generally, i have always had a positive experience at honey pig so i thought i'd share my thoughts: - meat quality is better than most similar restaurants (i.e. iron age). i noticed that the meat does not come out served frozen at honey pig and i appreciate that because frozen meat is a little tougher. - i like having the bean sprouts and kimchi cook along with the meat. if you like kimchi, you'll love their kimchi. it's so good. though they give you only a few sides, generally they pair well with the meat so no complaints here. and they refill it, if you ask. - service is generally good. i personally have never had a bad experience and feel that the guys are always friendly and do a good job. - price is why i took off 1 star. i understand that the price needs to be higher for better quality so i completely understand. if you go with a group of people (specifically guys), they will tend to order the unlimited portion. however, if one person orders it, then the entire party has to order the same thing. in my case, i don't feel like i can eat around $25 worth of meat so it is a bit inconvenient when going with large groups. but overall, i do enjoy eating here when i don't mind splurging a little.

    (4)

  • Sonya S.

    Tasty food! Nice atmosphere! Hence the two stars. If we were asked "Is this your first time at Honey Pig?", the review below would have been much different. We were in the neighborhood and decided to give Korean BBQ ala Honey Pig a try. Two of us love, love, love Korean food. This was the first Korean BBQ restaurant we've been to. Given my experience dining with a genuine Korean family at their home many moons ago, it couldn't be too bad, right? We walked in and got seated. Nice, cool and tranquil atmosphere. The cooking area is right in front of you and after each of us put our order in, the seasoned bean sprouts and kimchee made an appearance on the heating griddle. Then, a little saucer of cracked salt/pepper, something opaque and glutinous, a trio of condiments also appeared. Soon our meats appeared and began to cook. The waiters made no attempt to explain anything or converse at any point during our visit. They offered absolutely no suggestions in choosing what to order. Once in a while, they came by to turn the meat. We asked questions, like, 'why does that table seem to have more food, etc.' but it felt like we were pulling teeth. It was clear that we were on our own. I suppose when I asked the waiter if we would be receiving any rice, it should've been a wake up call that we were Korean BBQ virgins. He asked "If you really want some rice, I can bring you some." Thanks. Soon the place began to fill up. Mostly Koreans. Soon their griddles and tables were full of interesting things. For example, we didn't know you could order a basket of lettuce to make lettuce wraps. Sitting there with sizzling meat before us and no clue how to eat it as a meal confused us a bit. Aha!!! Ask and you shall receive an answer! The glutinous blob were sheets of wet and sticky rice "paper". We tried to pick it up and "stuff" it like a wonton, but it failed. So, we piled it on the plain steamed rice in a bowl. After our food was gone, I watched intently as a woman nearby heartily took lettuce and piled stuff on it and ate it. From her, I learned how your supposed to eat the glutinous rice paper. It made me wish I had her experience. She had the system down like a pro. We did not get any sympathy from the staff. The confusion, lack of direction, lack friendly instruction and suggestions left us feeling fleeced once the bill arrived. Honey, keep your pig.

    (2)

  • Lisa P.

    Ok the food was ok. But I have never walked into a Korean restaurant and have them use butter on the grill instead of oil. Unauthentic!! Second, they never clean or change the grilling plates and cooked the fried rice right on it with all the burnt cramp mixed into the fried rice. I didn't even touch the fried rice. Gross! Other than that the atmosphere is cool but the food is below my expectations!

    (2)

  • Ming Y.

    after all the hype i heard about this place and other chains they have, i came here to try. the food was delicious, and it is an all you can eat bbq place. they give you good amount of food, including soups, side dishes, and rice, but they are not cheap either. it is family style, you cook all your meat on this round flat metal plate, you cook as you eat. all you can eat includes brisket, pork belly, and couple other things i can't remember, it was a lot of food and enough choices for the two of us, we left very happy.

    (4)

  • Kazieff V.

    based on my observation, only three staff working in rush time. we wait like 20 mins just for order. everything goes slow. bad place.

    (1)

  • Marty J.

    You should go to Honey Pig for the experience rather than the food and value. The food is not bad. It's just not better than any other Korean BBQ joint out there. The prices are almost double what I'm used to paying for K-BBQ, but the experience (dome on the table, food cooked in front of you, pop music, etc) makes up for it. The ambiance is trendy and I feel very cool when I'm there. The Hite beer lives up to the "cool and refreshing" words on its label. I've also tried their raspberry wine which is very sweet. For all of the Jews out there, it tastes almost exactly like Manischewitz. I wouldn't be surprised if the words "Ok everyone! Time to switch from the Manischewitz bottles to the Korean raspberry wine bottles" are shouted everyday at the Manischewitz factory. While the banchan selection is limited to kimchi and sprouts, the amount of each is endless. Two different wraps (rice and radish) are provided for your enjoyment and a cool soup is served before your mains. I've tried 3 of their main dishes: * Shrimp - You get 4 of the biggest skrimps I've ever seen. I almost thought they were lobster tails when they brought them out. Along with the skrimp, about 3 different types of mushrooms are served with this dish. * Honey Pig - I feel obligated to order the dish the restaurant is named after. Sometimes it's more fatty than other times, but if you like bacon, then you will like this dish. Personally, I like when it's been sitting on the grill for awhile and becomes more crunchy than chewy. * Bulgogi - I order bulgogi every time I eat Korean BBQ. I feel it's very hard to mess up bulgogi and Honey Pig certainly didn't mess it up. The scraps of kimchi and sprouts are made into fried rice at the end of the meal so be sure to save just a little bit of room. A hot and spicy soup is also served at the end of the meal, but I'm usually not feeling soup at this point. I'd recommend taking K-BBQ newbies here as it will be a cool introduction to a new food for them. I'd also recommend coming here if you're looking for a cool experience. Otherwise, I'd go to a less trendy K-BBQ spot and save some cash money.

    (3)

  • Nancy Y.

    This place offers an entire dining experience. I went with a bunch of my friends on a visit to ATL. We sat and grilled and talked and ate. So much fun! It's not your typical Korean BBQ place - very clean, not smoky, great atmosphere - maybe a little bit on the yuppy side. You definitely pay for this upgrade though. I liked the different sauces and wrappings they offer. Instead of just gochujang and lettuce, they had different options to add to your meat. The waiters were very helpful without being intrusive. I'm not sure if this place is linked to the Honey Pigs in MD and VA. Definitely doesn't feel like they're related...

    (4)

  • Joanne C.

    Very disappointed! No service at all.. We have to ask server for menu 2 times, water 3 times, napkin 3 times in order for them get it to our table... I have to say, there are less than 5 tables dinning in at the time and more than 5 servers working in the restaurant. So... Good luck.

    (1)

  • Tammi D.

    I liked Honey Pig. Good food, and a lot of food! Trust me, you will not leave hungry. The ambiance in there is nice, and service was excellent! I liked that they had large bottles of water for you, so you didn't have to search for a server every time you wanted a refill. The scallops are huge! I have never seen scallops that large in my life. They were very good. The shrimp were large as well, but they get overcooked...no way for that not to happen unless you pull them off the heat fast. My husband got the spicy pork, and he said the flavor was excellent. The kimchi is really good, and I love that they stir fry everything that's left with some rice to give you fried rice...if you happen to have any room left in your stomach. The rice was tasty, but the fish sauce flavor in it was a bit overpowering. All in all, not my favorite place, but the service and food was good enough for me to return. My husband loved it, and is still raving, so we will be back sooner than later.

    (3)

  • Darleen V.

    I really really want to give Honey Pig a 5 star rating however my service was SO SO awful I needed to take away 2 stars. I've been to a few Korean BBQ places in the area and Honey Pig has the best food but our experience was ruined by the lack of service, explanation, and rudeness of our waitstaff. We expected much more for $30 per person. Our party of two was barely greeted as we entered the restaurant, we were seated and within 2 mins someone was there to take our orders. Fortunately we had looked at the menu ahead of time and knew what we wanted, the waiter also didn't take our drink order until after he took our menus. We ordered tea and I'm not sure if the tiny metal cups they give you are for tea or water, since we were only given one each we had to finish our tea to be able to use those cups for the community water they leave you. The waiter then brought out the kimchee, condiments, and loaded one of the meats, we expected him to be back to add the others however no one returned until the meat was overdone. At that point we started asking questions and the waiter answered us rudely stating "oh, you need that stuff" when we asked for rice and lettuce. After the awkward encounter with out waiter he seemed to avoid us the rest of the evening sending others to do tasks. At the end they make fried rice and bring you soup, none of which is mentioned to you. A girl came over to ask if we wanted the fried rice, we had to ask if it was included, she was friendly enough, prepared it and stated "have a good night." We at that point had assumed our service was over and 5 mins later the waiter brought us a bowl of soup and stated it was for the fried rice, we looked at him confused so he than put the soup in a to-go cup. We also had to ask for our check, and to-go containers the waiter showed no sense of urgency even though it was clear we were ready to go and they were not busy. Wish I could go back because of the delicious food but I would never put anyone I know or myself through that service experience again! :(

    (3)

  • John L.

    The atmo is loud and you'll notice there's a lot of ppl during dinner. As all Korean BBQ places you will come out you might start to notice your dog at home loves you more. Cha - do is probably the way to go here and you get the unlimited small dishes to boot. Honey Pig has a rice wrap (the white thing that looks like sliced jello) which is not offered at many other Korean BBQ places - but you can wrap your meat, rice and a little brown sauce in the rice wrap or lettuce. That button at the end of your table - its like in an airplane. Touch it and the kitchen will yell and someone will be over to help you.

    (4)

  • Johnny W.

    OK, so I'm Korean and grew up in LA so I know what good Korean food is and this place definitely has it. Read some of the reviews that rated this place poorly and I just don't get it. This place was recommended by a local Korean and then we saw the bit about it on Unique Eats so we had to try it. We are a family of 6, and we left there stuffed and the check was very reasonable compared to other Korean BBQ's we've frequented. We ordered the "honey pig" which was pork belly, the brisket (chadol bae gi), kalbi, and the octopus. Other than the beer I had, that was all we were charged for. So all the daikon and rice paper wraps, the panchan, the kimchee, the rice, the bean sprouts were all complimentary. There were also 3 dipping sauces and some roasted garlic and jalapeños. Everything was great. The food was so flavorful. And, when you are done, they fry some white rice and veggies for you on the dome so it picks up all the juices and scraps from what you've been eating. Also a bowl of denjang soup in a stone bowl to share was complimentary. Our daughters didn't want to share the denjang because it was that good. There are a lot of great restaurants we've tried but there is just a few where you just know that you are going to be a regular at. This one is it. Sure there are a lot of Korean BBQ's in Duluth but why do we need to keep looking for some place better when we found one that is great on taste, service and price? Just wish it was closer to where we live.

    (5)

  • Pam L.

    I've been to Honey Pig several times before and last night will be the last time that I will ever eat there. They have an unlimited option that consists of several types of meat. We have know this but did not know which meats we were able to choose from because 1) our waiter had poor english 2) we did not know how to read the confusing korean/english menu. We always only ordered the thin beef brisket as that the only meat we knew was definitely part of the unlimited meal plan. This time around however, when our waiter came to us asking which type of BEEF we wanted, we were confused. No waiter had ever asked that before. We were aware that there was only one type of beef available in the unlimited meal plan. So we thought that the unlimited options had changed and that they had added other types of meat in there. Pointing to the menu, we asked if the short ribs was part of the unlimited plan. Our waiter nodded yes and said "I think so". We were surprised and excited to try new things. This happend 4 more times, each time asking if the new meat we were trying was part of the unlimited plan. Each time, the waiter nodded his head. You can imagine our shock when our bill turned out to be $170 when we expected $90 (4 unlimited meal plans). Turns out, the new meats we were trying were NOT on the unlimited meal plan. As the manager was not in, the head waiter was in charge and immediately accused us of taking advantage of the ENGLISH INCOMPETENT waiter. EXCUSE ME? We were trying to take advantage of him?? More like he was taking advantage of us! There were 4 of US there and we KNOW that we asked each time if the meats were on the unlimited plan. The head waiter did not even ask us what had happened between us and the waiter. He took the waiter's word that we had never asked him if it was part of the unlimited and insisted that we had to pay the full bill. The waiter straight up lied to our faces. He probably did not even understand what we were saying to him in English the entire meal time. I would not have mind paying for the entire bill if : 1) The head waiter had apologized for the misunderstanding (He did not say sorry at ALL) 2) He had not accused us of taking advantage of the waiter. He did not even bother to find out the facts before accusing us. I will NEVER EVER COME BACK. They are one of the RUDEST PEOPLE I have ever encountered in the restaurant industry.

    (1)

  • Winston G.

    I'm not sure if this is the same Honey Pig they have in LA, but everything here reminds me of the good old days eating Korean BBQ in LA's K-town. The thing to get here is the Honey Pig, or the Korean version of bacon... sam galp sal. (spelled incorrectly, for sure.) Either way, the pork belly is pretty amazing here, as it has a perfect balance of meat and fat. The entire grill is filled with kim chi and bean sprouts, and the waiters are very good at managing the grill. We also ordered the kalbi, which was good, but I would probably just stick with the pork next time. The pork is the real deal. 4 plates of food for 4 people, came out to about $21 a person including tax and tip. Very reasonable price. The soju looks to be a bit pricey here, so we refrained from drinking. The meal ends with some fried rice, so make sure you leave room for that. I will definitely be coming back here again!

    (4)

  • Cara B.

    Based on the reviews, I think this place must be crazy inconsistent with it's portioning. While it is not a cheap meal for 2, we left saying it was way too much. We almost said no to the fried rice/soup but hey we paid for it... With that said, this is not a two person date kind of a place. They have a two dish minimum, so we had to order two despite the fact that it was obvious from looking around us that one dish would be more than plenty. Oh well, we left full and happy! The inside is nicer and more upscale than the average. I liked that about Honey Pig; sometimes a hole in the wall isn't what you are looking for! The service is good if you can remember to push the button. We didn't realize it was there and sat for way too long before a really cute waiter came over and asked us if we had ordered. Realizing we were newbies, he took us under his wing and gave us some much needed instruction. While I have some Korean cousins, I had never physically been to a Korean BBQ place, so we definitely needed the help. Most of the staff was more than helpful; don't be timid if it is your first time! Based on what I've already said, you may have picked up that I may not be the most knowledgeable Korean BBQ connoisseur, but hey, we were already talking about who to ask to come with us the next time we had a craving. In my opinion, this fact speaks volumes as to how much we enjoyed ourselves. So what all do you get? A cold soup, kimchi, marinated bean sprouts, whatever meats you order, a sweet sauce, a chili sauce, pickled radishes, rice cakes, fried rice, and a hot soup... Whew, makes me feel full just thinking about it. We enjoyed everything, but I think I would hesitate to order the house special pork again because it wasn't as memorable or flavorful as the beef dish we ordered (I honestly have no clue what the beef dish was called). I'd give you a 4.5 if I could...

    (4)

  • Ivan S.

    On a whim, we drove to a strange land filled with SUVs and Applebee's and littered with strange, exotic place names like Duluth, Lawrenceville, and Lilburn. That's right; we drove to Gwinnett County. We traversed roads whose names I only knew as landmarks mentioned during radio traffic reports. Who is this Steve Reynolds and why does he merit a Boulevard? Is there a new Norcross Road to match the old one? Whose beaver was ruined and did it hurt much? Questions upon questions abound in this far off land. So what was it that drew us from our intown torpor and spend our skymiles on such an expedition? I had to try Honey Pig. Now in most contexts, stating "I had to try Honey Pig," is best left for lonely farmhands, but in this singular instance, it's something to be shouted from on high. "It's Korean BBQ!" I subsequently explained to friends. "Oh, okay, I know what you're talking about." No you don't. You know of bulgogi and grilled meats. You know of that trip we made to Hae Woon Dae where we ate ourselves silly and congratulated ourselves for being so open-minded. This is different. This is samgyeopsal jip, where instead of a grill, meats (pork bellies, really) are cooked on a castiron helmet. Pork bellies and steaks appear, sizzling meat upon metal, They join kimchi and pickled bean sprouts where upon you're instructed to wrap everything in either rice or radish wrapper (or lettuce leaves) and eat away. Now some have noted the lack of English being spoken here. I didn't see that at all. Our server/cook, resplendent in fabulous J-Pop hair and hipster t-shirt, was polite, instructive and spoke perfect English. He appeared promptly when we pressed the call button (ok, the one time we pressed it) each table has. We ate and ate. Just when we thought we were done, our server/cook brought out fried rice and cooked them with the remains of the day. (By the way, charred kimchi is spectacular.) The space? Modern yet rough-hewn. The lighted bathroom sinks are hypnotizing. The fiancee enjoyed the bidet while I avoided using it. Sigh. While I won't go so far as to declare Gwinnett great, in this case, I'll definitely give them credit where credit is due. Four and a half stars. If the next meal I have is this good, it'll rate a definite five.

    (4)

  • Huazzy K.

    I love Samgyupsal (Pork Belly) and this place has it. There's * I love, love it when it's a dedicated Samgyupsal place w/ the right grills and vents and seating arrangement. This place has it. There's ** I love, love, love good service, and the waiter was courteous cooked the meals for us randomly, and filled our waters/soju glasses frequently. There's *** I love, love, love, love dduk-bo-ssam (ricecakesheet?) and not all the samgyupsal places offer it. There's **** Finally, I love, love, love, love, love funny meats (exotic meats- Maybe it's my South American upbringing). Asked the waiter about a certain specialty Samgyupsal that was more expensive than the rest. Me: Sorry, why is this one so much more expensive? Waiter: (in Korean): "mmm... how do I explain this...?" Me: ..... Waiter: Baby pig? Me: O.O !!! Piglet Samgyupsal?!! So I got that jams in a hurry. Hurt my heart a bit (but you eat veal!), but blew my mind and captured my heart!* THAT GIVES IT A RESOUNDING. ***** !!!! Five- Seu-tah! (Wild Japanese Game Show Cheering!) *Someone tells me they don't really serve Piglet meat and the waiter just didn't describe it right. I refuse to believe it. I just call it piglet samgyupsal.

    (5)

  • Ellie N.

    I really dont know what the hype is about this place. There are so many decent korean BBQ places in the area and probably cheaper too. Their side dishes were average, nothing special. We ordered the signature pork dish, shrimp and a bibim nang myun. The nang myun was not bad, but then again i've never been to a korean place and had bad nang myun so.. The portion was a little on the small side, take into consideration that I was eating other stuff too, and i still thought it was kinda small. the shrimp was good, but we got 4 shrimp for $24-$26...dont remember. They are large shrimp but 4 (they aren't the HUGE shrimp either). I'd rather it be more of the regular size shrimp. . Don't plan on getting full off an order of shrimp! The pork wasn't anything special at all. Just pieces of pork, unmarinated and grilled. They do give you a decent amount of bean sprouts though, that's about the only thing you get plenty of here. We saw several tables get the unlimited option, which means its probably pretty good. Its definitely the cheaper way to get everyone full. But you have to have at least 2 people getting it. I'd say if you come here you should try the unlimited option, probably the best way to go, just make sure that everyone in your party agrees because from the other reviews it seems like EVERYONE has to get it.

    (3)

  • Tina T.

    The worst restaurant I've ever been.. They made us wait like forever.. Too expensive!! Sucks !

    (1)

  • Paula M.

    The unique factor about this restaurant is not the samgyupsal, but the cooking surface. My mother told me that it was probably modeled after a pot cover which Koreans used to use to cook on back in the day. It's built with the George Foreman logic in that the fat will cook down from the top to the bottom rim and drained through a hole. We ordered the samgyupsal, duck and beef intestine. What's interesting is that they start you off with a pile of spicy seasoned bean sprouts and a chunk of kimchi on the hot grill. We didn't know for what they would be used; so we started nibbling on it since it took a bit of time for them to bring out the protein. Soon we found out that they use it for the fried rice that they prepare at the end. Unfortunately, it took them a while to bring out the meat so we ate quite a bit of it! The samgyupsal tasted good and provided enough of a taste for the three of us. The duck meat was the biggest disappointment. It was so thin that our server had difficulty even picking up and putting on the grill. Not worth ordering again. The beef intestine was actually not too bad, but I'm used to eating weird stuff. For others, it might be too much to take, especially because it can be chewy and you have to invest some jaw power with it! They provide three different types of wrapping mediums - lettuce, radish and rice cake. I'm not sure if some come only with certain proteins. It was nice to have something other than lettuce to eat the proteins. The vinegary radish was my favorite. After you're finished with your protein, the server comes and cooks fried rice on the grill, incorporating the kimchi and bean sprouts (what's left of it, that is). It's a bit salty but super tasty and really good when it gets charred. They also brought out a bowl of soup and sat it on the grill. That was scary because the server was using flimsy tongs to pick it up and almost dropped it a couple of times. Then, he tried to put it on the slanted grill right in front of my mother. I prayed that it didn't slip down and tip on her. Luckily, it didn't. My suggestion: add a tether to hook around the nib on top of the grill. Samgyupsal is good, but not my favorite. I'm glad I tried it but I'm not sure if I would return any time soon. An interesting observation: male only staff?

    (3)

  • Peter O.

    I am now a big fan of Korean food. A totally unique food experiance, servers cook food at the table on inverted wok style grills. Great flavors, ample sized servings, requiring minimum of two entrees which is more than enough for 4 people. If your open to different food styles, you have to try this place.

    (5)

  • Thomas B.

    A good spot for Korean BBQ. Not as many side dishes but they do offer other items. We started the dinner with a cold soup which had a good flavor. Then came out the kimchi and bean sprouts which were placed on the large circular grill in the middle of the table. Soon after our first meat order was placed on the grill. After our five meat course meal they cooked fried rice and gave us the tofu soup to finish the meal. All very good. Clean bathroom and modern decor. Friendly staff who all understand/speak English fluently. Very good experience and will return when I'm in the area.

    (3)

  • Bonnie G.

    I'm from L.A. and this is The best K-Bbq ever love the fried kimchi and the fried rice YUMMY!!! Service was great the gibe was great... There twist on everything is great... :)

    (5)

  • Jie Y.

    Atmosphere: average Food:good 4 out of 5 Service:good 4 out of 5 Price: overpriced

    (4)

  • Benjamin S.

    Apparently, Honey Pig is one of the more popular Korean BBQ joints in Atlanta. When my family visited, we ended up with a 30 minute wait. After we were seated, our waiter immediately started to take our order. We only ordered two entrees, but that was MORE than enough for us. We ended up eating a lot of the free sides they gave us, like the kimchee and bean sprouts. We kind of treated the meat as the side dish since we are not THAT enthusiastic about meat. I do need to talk about some of the bad stuff too, though: we arrived on a very warm evening, and it was HOT inside the restaurant. You can imagine how much heat those table-top grills can create. AND, the exhaust fans were not on either, so they just kept the restaurant door propped open. I could have really appreciated some air conditioning that day. Also, even though our waiter was friendly and all, he wasn't around all that much, so we had to rely on other waiters to meet our needs. On a side note: My daughter told me: "Our waiter was super cute!"

    (4)

  • Allene T.

    Mmm, here, you cook your meat/food on an upside down bowl looking thing, which is actually very cool, as all the oil drains towards the bottom. However, any food you have towards the edge of the bottom is likely to be soaked with grease. Quality of the meat here, in my opinion, is excellent, when comparing to the other nearby Korean BBQ places. Of course, it puts a bigger dent in your wallet, too. I usually come here for just lunch and opt out of the AYCE bbq (last I checked, $20 something dollars + tip).

    (4)

  • Andy M.

    This place is absolutely fantastic. Everything from the service to the food and atmosphere. They really do a great job making you feel satisfied. And you will not go home hungry! The meat is presented to you and I must say it always looks AMAZING. And the kimchi is really fresh. Overall a must try! Quick Tip: Save room at the end!!! They bring rice ;) also treat yourself and get some Soju.

    (5)

  • MaGom P.

    Be prepare for a non-typical restaurant where you have to cook yourself and also pay for it. The menu is complicated (no photos) if you don't have knowledge about Korean cuisine. But even when I went there, the Korean's hesitate on what to order. Price are quite expensive considering $23 US just for the house special " honey pork " that is no other thing that a thick fat pieces of bacon. Very unlike it if you want to ask me. Another unusual complimentary dish was the soup " cold soup" made with kimchi directly from the refrigerator to your table. From my personal perspective as a person who enjoys most of the cuisines, this restaurant is not on my list to recommend. If you really like Korean food that worth for the price, go to one of Super H markets, they have a great selection a decent prices.

    (2)

  • Lara K.

    Delicious and the service was amazing!!! I loved the selection of meat available and the fact that they even had seafood!!! I will definitely be returning here again! Great price, great food, great service!!!!

    (5)

  • Chloe M.

    This isn't the best Korean barbecue place in Atlanta but it's good enough. It caters more to the "hip, westernized" crowd. The traditional Korean clientele are elsewhere, in places where no English is spoken and the menu isn't in English. No matter, this place is fun especially when you have a big group. And the presentation, decor, and ambiance are all amazing. For two people, the bill is always comes to $87 before tax/tip for me. Kinda pricey for lunch because the meat portions are tiny. You'll need 2 orders for yourself just to get satisfied (with the meat, at least). Also, the meat slices are paper thin unlike other places. I recommend this place for first-timers to Korean barbecue. You'll get a kick out of all the "rituals". After that, you're better off going to other places where the meat are meatier. More pictures here: flickr.com/photos/110852… Complete review here: chowdownatlanta.com/hone…

    (3)

  • Mary P.

    Despite what other reviews say, our service was great. We had the honey pig and the short ribs, which were both fantastic. The bean sprouts were tasty (and coming from a girl who doesn't eat beans, that's high praise), the soju deceptively boozy, and whatever that sweet sort of bean sauce they provided was awesome. All in all, well worth the price we paid. Plus, my husband enjoyed that I ended up smelling like meat. So, there's that. 5 Stars, would eat again!

    (5)

  • Jinny Y.

    Meat fest! If you like pork belly, you'll definitely love this place. I went with a group of 6 people and had 2 orders of honey pig pork belly, 2 orders of pork shoulder, and 1 kim chi jjigae. My favorite thing about honey pig is the dduk sahm (rice cake papers). I love pork belly wrapped in rice cake papers with roasted kim chee, garlic, bean sprouts, etc. I liked the honey pig pork belly the best, the pork shoulder is good, but it takes a long time to cook because it's so thick. Your appetite slowly dies while waiting for the pork shoulder to cook. The fried rice at the end tops off the meal. =)

    (4)

  • David C.

    Mmm. I love sam-gyup-sal. The day before I had just been to another all-you-can-eat place. Honey Pig is a little more expensive, but I was paying for better quality meat and sides, above average. I love bean sprouts so I like that they had had those. The assorted mushrooms were also pretty tasty. The duk they served that night was hard and dry, which is what I wrap everything in, so that kind of sucked. They fried the rice with butter till it was crispy on the bottom. Mmmm, I couldn't stop eating it, even while I was bursting at the seams. Overall, pretty good experience. 3-3.5 stars.

    (3)

  • Carol A.

    Wow, what a huge disappointment. In the AJC top fifty and Eater top 38. I would not ever waste the gas to get here. Cooking on the grill was cool but the cost of the meal was way out of proportion for what you got! $27 for some slices of tough beef cooked with bean sprouts and cabbage. Wait staff kind of standing around. They need to revisit this place and rate it again. Even the highly acclaimed pork belly was flavorless and tough.

    (2)

  • Lisa E.

    I need to preface this by saying that before going to Honey Pig for lunch last week, I had never tried Korean food before - authentic, barbecue or otherwise. Always up for taste bud-expanding experiences, I headed over with a friend around 1:30 on a Friday. The place was pretty quiet, just us and two larger parties of folks who looked far more experienced with the fare than we were. The restaurant has great ambience, a little upscale, very modern. If we go back for dinner I would be inclined to wear more than jeans and sandals. In the evening they do a "traditional" Korean barbecue by cooking the meat in cast iron pots at your table. For lunch, the meal is cooked in the kitchen, so we perused the menu, trying out names like "bulgogi," and "gal bi," feeling a bit lost. Our server was either not very knowledgeable or not very friendly. I am not afraid to ask questions but he had no answers for me so I was left to choose my meal blindly. I went with the Bulgogi, thinly sliced ribeye in a brown sauce served with vegetables. My friend chose the Don Katsu, fried pork cutlets that also came with vegetables and miso soup. While we waited for our entree, the server brought out four dainty dishes of food and left them wordlessly in the center of the table. My companion and I had no clue what to do. Were these appetizers or garnishs for the meal yet to come? Do we dig in immediately with our little metal chopsticks or would that make us look unsufferably rude? Our eyes met across the table and we grinned uncomfortably. We decided to sample what was before us. One bowl held a garlicky mix of julienned and steamed white and sweet potatoes. The next, short flat noodles with a delicate fish flavor. The third was a spicy mixture of scallions and chili paste and the fourth held chewy, salty pinwheels that tasted of the ocean - we later discovered these were squid. Our entrees arrived on sizzling cast-iron dishes. The meats were amazing. That shouldn't be surprising considering this is a place that specializes in barbecue! My beef was so tender and my friend's pork was juicy perfection. I actually wish I'd ordered his! The Korean miso soup was delicious as well, with a fuller flavor - more meaty and smoky - than any I have had at a Japanese restaurant. We snagged sticky rice from stainless steel bowls in between bites of hot meat and filled up quickly. Ok, here's where I share the not so appetizing part of my meal. I wish my server had warned me away from the noodles. I'd ordered "Korean style noodle w/ mixed vegetables." These cold, skinny, shiny red noodles were served to me atop a bed of greens and drowned in a blood red sauce...it looked like something from a parasitology class and it was possibly the most unappetizing thing I've ever had set before me! Not to be deterred by looks alone, I took a deep breath and dug in, grabbing a gob of the wormy noodles and shoveling it in my mouth. The flavor was good but the texture...GAH! The noodles were as slimy as they were shiny and of an elastic texture that required some jawing to gnaw them in half. Having visions of Fear Factor I just...couldn't...do it. I pushed the bowl as far away from me as possible and went back to the perfection of the barbecued meat. One of the managers came over, an incredibly charming young woman who asked how we were enjoying things - especially the noodles - and I was frank. She laughed and said when she saw the order come in she figured either I was a pro at eating Korean food or that I didn't realize what I was getting. I admitted we were complete noobs. She then took it upon herself to educate us. She was a wonderful tour guide! I asked her about the little bowls that came first and she said they were appetizers and told me what was in each bowl. She took kitchen scissors and chopped up my creepy noodles and stirred the veggies in saying the smaller bites make it more palatable, and it definitely did - adding in the crunch of the greens changed the texture a lot. She also brought out tangy bowls of pickled daikon, a korean radish, and soy paste and showed us how to wrap some of our meat in the daikon, add a dollop of soy paste and eat it like a tangy, crunchy Korean taco. She even poured iced barley tea for us to sample, which had the flavor of a wicker sofa but I appreciated the gesture. So, I'm giving Honey Pig four stars because of the cool and unique ambience, the amazing meats and particularly for that really wonderful manager. Sometimes a friendly face makes all the difference. Next time I'll know to order daikon, dig in when they bring my appetizer of seasonal side dishes and SKIP THE NOODLES!!!

    (4)

  • Victoria W.

    Gross....... If you ever got sick from eating there, here is probably why. Here comes my today's lunch special. My fiancé and I went there for late lunch today. I was facing the cold food preparation area. Few minutes after we ordered, I saw one of the waiters spooned something out of a food storage container and put it in his mouth then put the spoon back...... 30 seconds later he did it AGAIN! At this point, I was nervous so I paid attention to everyone's movement in that area. I wanted to make sure they didn't give us any contaminated food. Guess what I saw next? The same waiter was scooping things out of a big food container into a stainless bowl. He dropped the spoon on the floor and quickly picked it up then put it back to the stainless bowl!! I don't think the 3 second rule should be applied to a restaurant's kitchen floor. Knowing that "customer service" doesn't exist in Korean restaurants to its non-Korean customers, they probably won't let us walk away since we already ordered. We told ourselves that we should be ok since we ordered soup and bibimbap. Of course, we didn't touch any cold dishes. To top off everything I saw earlier, we saw a worker walked into the cold food preparation area with a tray of sliced cucumber. He started to pull the sliced cucumber to a bowl by hand WITHOUT gloves. Gosh, I felt like vomiting seeing that. I probably ate couple pounds of those uncooked cucumbers in the past. Seriously, I don't think Honey Pig even deserves 1 star rating for the sanitation violations I saw today. I am not the type of person who likes to write negative reviews but I feel so compelled to share today's experience.

    (1)

  • Don M.

    I went to HP for the second time...although it's been probably a year since. It was lunch, the place was deserted...even had to ask if they were open because I stood there for 5 minutes un-noticed. Wanted a pork belly, or bulgogi, was steered not so gently to the lunch special - "it's more convenient and better for you". Food was OK, but seriously, this is like the worst service ever. I think I waited 15 minutes to get someone's eye for my check while the 2 waitrons munched on kimchee or waited on the other table that was there. I felt as an Anglo very unwanted as they fawned over the other two guys (Korean I suspect) in another booth. Won't be back. GB

    (2)

  • Meredyth Y.

    The short rib and samgyupsal are amazing! I also love the fried rice. This place is trendy and definitely draws a younger crowd. I prefer some of the more traditional places when I am with my family, but Honey Pig is a great choice for a a group of people with varying levels of experience with Korean food. One of my favorites, overall.

    (4)

  • Rachel B.

    Tasty and you will leave full. We had the namesake "honey pig"... very fatty, but good. The waitstaff run around like busy bees - the place was packed! They have a really cute interior style, with concrete blocks and a fun color scheme. My favorite part of the meal was the fried rice they cook for you with your leftover food. Delish. I had way more fun in their bathroom than I should have... there is a light up sink and their toilet is super fancy. Anyway, fun with a date or a large group. Next time I go I want to try their mushroom bbq feast!

    (4)

  • June C.

    I absolutely love this place. The first time that I walked into this place it was not as noisy as I thought it would be. I heard about this place from my oldest brother and told me that I should give this place a try mother. So, I did. I came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and I ordered their Kalbi. Because I do not eat pork at all. Their bon chon is some of the freshest bon chon that I have ever eaten. Their Kalbi was cooked to perfection. I also loved how they cooked the meat and the fried rice out at your table in front of you. The marinade that they used for Thier Kalbi was absolutely nice and sweet. The service was super friendly and professional. The interior had that traditional Korean contemporary feel to it. I also enjoyed how friendly the wait staff was as well. Also loved the interior of the bathrooms as well. I loved the looked of their bathroom sinks as well. I truly had a marvelous time there. I definitely do recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Wayne F.

    The reviews seem to be all over the place but I've been here with some friends twice in the past month and we've had a great time. Yes there are better places in terms of quality and meat but this place is not about that: it's a place to drink and eat a ridiculous amount of brisket and pork, period. It's not that expensive compared to similar death-by-korean-bbq places in NYC, DC or LA. Service is good considering the type of place it is. Unlike the other unlimited bbq place in Atlanta I've been to, the meat is room temp and doesn't come out frozen so the meat cooks more evenly and I like the radish wraps here. So yes there is better tasting korean bbq in Atlanta, but I do not know of a better place to have some beers, mass quantities of meat and the ensuing meat sweats. Just wish someone would open a place like this closer to the city.

    (4)

  • Penelope C.

    My husband and I were here last year around Christmas time. Having went to school and lived in LA I loved going to Honeypig and was excited to hear that they opened one in Atlanta. So, we brought my parents to eat here for dinner and everyone loved it. But it was pretty loud if I remember. It was also lacking a few things from the hot skillet, like slices of kabocha and tofu.( the grilled kobocha is what i most look forward to when i eat at honeypig, lol.) compared to the honeypig in LA. But overall, it was satisfying and delicious. One mistake I made was, we were just recently in Atlanta for labor day wkend and went to Iron Age.... omg what a huge disappointment that was. From now on, it's Honey Pig when we're in town!

    (4)

  • Joy K.

    I've been here several times with family and friends. Their service has been consistent the times I've visited. I love samgyupsahl. Of the places I've been to. I've liked Honey Pig's the best. I normally order the beef brisket first than samgyupsahl. I love grilling the seasoned bean sprouts, kimchi, mushrooms, garlic, and peppers. I believe it a must have even when grilling at home. I enjoy the rice at the end at this particular korean bbq restaurant. I recommend everyone to always give Honey Pig a try and compare with the other AYCE meat places.

    (4)

  • Lindze M.

    I made a reservation for 16, and even called back to confirm the week of my party. However, when we arrived, we were told they didn't have my reservation. I was pretty furious, but the staff was very apologetic and did all they could to accommodate us, and we ended up with a table that still worked. we loved the atmosphere, the banchan (even though it was limited), and the service was great. The vegetables and mushroom dish were gorgeous, as was the shrimp dish. however, I was really disappointed in the pork & beef meat. The Brisket tasted flavorless and really cheap. the pork (we got their signature pork and the wine marinated) was also pretty blah. the only thing i loved was the bulgolgi, and of course the stir-fry rice they do with your leftovers. I don't think I'll be back, just due to the prices that didn't match meat quality, but we still had fun regardless of their big reservation snafu, and i appreciated all the attentive service.

    (3)

  • Minhtastic P.

    Tasty, excellent place to eat with a twist! Food was tasty, tasy, and yes tasty. My taste buds was jamming to the food and the background kPop music. Got to try the spicy BBQ pork. All the waiters are young korean guys who yell hello in Korean when somebody walks in. If you need the waiter's attention, you just press a button and they rush over. Refill on side dishes is a must and the fact that you can cook your meal to your liking (especially the meats) is a huge plus. How could they improve? Have hot chicks, scantily clad serving/cooking food. Oh well, guess I can dream? Highly recommend!

    (4)

  • Amanda P.

    It didn't live up to the hype. This was my first Koren BBQ experience. Everything started to taste the same, including the rice at the end, mixed with everything we had been eating during the whole meal (kimchee and bean sprouts). It is pretty pricey. We ordered the shrimp (HUGE), beef spare ribs, and pork shoulder. The meats werent really seasoned, which is why they have sauces. I thought the meat would be great on its own, but it needed to be eaten with the sides/wraps/sauces. Like I said, it was my first time, something different. I did enjoy it, but wont come again. It was a really cool experience. The service was good, the place is clean, and kind of trendy.

    (3)

  • Sheri C.

    this place is the same as the one in las vegas. the dome-shaped grill in the middle of the table. the service. the price. experience is great; the service is also great. but i agree with the other latest review, it is a bit pricey. but i feel like the experience, the service, and the quality definitely make up for it. and, you get kimchi fried rice at the end!

    (4)

  • Jim O.

    After having eaten here, I can say I've had better overall Korean BBQ and Korean in general; but this place isn't bad and the crowd that's in here, even on a Thursday night, seems to reflect this fact. I'm a fan of Korean food so I wanted to give this place a try as I had heard good things about it. We had the shrimp, the Sam-Gyup-Sal (their signature pork belly), and the Bulgogi (seasoned steak). The steak was by far the best thing. When asked though, they recommend the Sam-Gyup-Sal. I found this particular dish, relative to the meat itself, to be a bit bland though still pretty good. While we waited to be seated, we asked for beers and never got them. The service at the table was pretty good however. The part I do not care for is the wait staff coming around and cooking the meats for you. I would prefer just to do it all myself. The in-table BBQ grill, if you have never experienced it, makes for a neat, new experience. So if you're looking for a good dinner with some friends where you can sit in a booth and gather around a grill, this place might be up your alley. We'll be back as it is a decent Korean place in the Duluth area. I would just like to find better alternatives to try as well.

    (3)

  • Rika B.

    Went there with my family for Mother's Day. We went at a good time cause there was no line. About 10 minutes later the line was long. Be prepared to wait in line if you go at peak time. The food was ok. Not as marinated as I would like Korean BBQ to be. We got the unlimited meats and an order of bulgogi. Had no idea we would be spending an extra $18 for it. The price is kinda high. The service was ok. They were nice once you got their attention. The music was kind of loud but overall it was a nice experience. They don't have refills on sodas so you have to pay by the can which can add up.

    (3)

  • Anita C.

    I had to come here before I moved because I was curious how it compared to Iron Age. The meat itself was better than iron age because they marinate some of their meats and thus, have more choices. However, it is more expensive by quite a bit. The service was horrible. We had to ask for more plates of meat at least 3 times before we got it. They also didn't have ice cream like iron age does. All in all, I would prefer Iron Age over this place. They're more attentive at Iron Age, it's cheaper for pretty much the same stuff just no marinated meats. But the marinated stuff isn't worth coming here and paying the price difference. More importantly, there was no ice cream!

    (3)

  • Alex P.

    It is hard for me to justify the price paid here compared to the other Korean BBQ in town. Although the ambiance is a bit nicer and the servers are more attentive, the prices here are significantly higher. The food? About the same really.

    (3)

  • Tristan B.

    Awesome. Tender, juicy cuts of meat (surprisingly, the Duck was one of my favorites), and a great atmosphere for family dining. I've been going here for years, and will continue for many more years!

    (5)

  • Thai N.

    When I go here, I activate KIRBY MODE and INHALE EVERYTHING. Honey Pig is probably my favorite Korean BBQ joint in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. I generally go on a weekday night where you will not have to wait for a table. On the weekends you can expect a pretty large waiting list which reaches up to an hour at times. I always order the All You Can Eat for, I believe, $25.95. It includes brisket, a few different flavors of pork belly, pork skin, and squid. Worth it? Hell yeah it is! -Service- The service, like others have said, is a hit or miss. When its busy these guys are running all over the place and on occasion, might forget what you asked for - can't really blame them. But for the most part, they are excellent - be nice. -Food- Now back to the food! The first time I came here, I loaded up on the brisket which is consistently amazing (and fresh!). My favorite pork belly flavor would have to be wine. Gives it a little extra and seems to be more tender, don't leave without trying it. By the time I was done, I was full beyond reasonable capacity but the server wasn't done yet. He started making us kimchi fried rice and brought out a tofu soup to top it all off. I was like, U SERIOUS? Had I known, I wouldn't have eaten so much lol. The kimchi fried rice is bomb so remember to leave some room for it! This place is great. So what are you waiting for?!

    (4)

  • Tim C.

    Best! Period. They also have lunch special btw. Very good deal. 5.99 for a large portion dishes.

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Food was fantastic. Probably one of the best Korean BBQ restaurants in the Duluth area. The service was poor. I waited 10 mins before a server came to the table. My friend and I were constantly looking for a waiter throughout our lunch. At one point our waiter was eating his lunch. This place has great potential but it looks like a bunch of kids running the place and none of them are particularly accommodating.

    (3)

  • Cindy F.

    I frequently visit between 6-7-8 and Honey pig because I love Korean BBQ. The visit wasn't pleasant at all, the 10 minute wait according to the front desk guy turn into 30...We order two prime ribs and the meat was tougher than usual and they were out of the rice cake wrapper on a Sunday at 7:30 which was one of the reasons I pick honeypig today. The server seem inexperience and not confident, I have to ask multiple times for refills on different items. When I saw the check I was shock, not only they increase the price to $29 an order and they charge $3.99 for fried rice and $2.99 for soup that were included since they open and was not explain by the server when I order. I left feeling disappointed and unsatisfied.

    (2)

  • Mike D.

    Food was awesome. Waiter was strange, kind of an introvert. Ask twice to turn on the hood above so smoke would stop going in my face but was told it was on. This as I showed him the smoke was going right around the hood. Also seriously tech music? I felt like I was 20 at a rage. Good thing the food made up for the above.

    (4)

  • Yiyao G.

    Very bad service! You are going to wait for at least 30 mins between your two orders! 18% of the tip is automatically includes with a exceptionally badd baddd baddd service!

    (1)

  • Connie A.

    Oh Honey Pig.. how I have a love-hate relationship with you. My first time here I left you a rather mean comment on Foursquare ( foursquare.com/v/honey-p… ) and HAVE been back since then due to my cousins' obsession with your place (They absolutely love your loud Kpop music, cool bathrooms and the hip factor that you've created). The second time around, you were good to me. Maybe it was the soju I was drinking.. but the third time, eh. Not so much. Your waitstaff were rude yet again. The A/C was dripping onto my cousin from the top. Who wants A/C water in their meat?! When we asked you about it, one waiter was like, "Oh" and completely walked away from us. We flagged down another waiter and this one was being way nicer. He actually took the time to tell the others about it and so your staff moved our hot plate onto the next table. So I thank you, tattoo'd waiter. Another thing that pissed me off was when my cousins told me the story about how when asking for rice from the female waiter, she said "We don't have rice." Oh really now? No rice? Sure... Besides the majority of your horrible staff, your marinate of your food is great. Although it's not** your typical Korean barbeque place with many side dishes... I can cope with just eating lots of kimchi because I'm pretty sure I'll be dragged back. So Honey Pig, if you're reading this, HIRE SOME NEW PEOPLE AND STEP UP YOUR MANAGEMENT. Thanks.

    (2)

  • Chrissy P.

    Let me say this, I adore Korean food...and up until my last visit...I adored Honey Pig as well. My family and I ventured out to Honey Pig per usual after church one Sunday. We were seated at a BBQ table (burner in the middle of the table and specifically designated for parties ordering BBQ. Each member of my family (we're a total of 7), save 2 of the youngest members (who are vegetarians) was set to order the unlimited bbq at $25 a person. After waiting over 15 minutes for a server to even greet our table, our server approached. My mother, who is Korean, began to order before she was cut off, rather curtly, by our very young waiter. He informed us that my youngest siblings, the vegetarians, would have to sit at ANOTHER TABLE across the restaurant if other members of the party were going to get the unlimited BBQ option. Or, we had to order a la carte from the menu and forego the BBQ option. When we asked why, he proceeded to inform us that it was restaurant policy and there was a chance my youngest sisters would eat some of unlimited meat portion from someone else's plate even though they hadn't paid for it. He actually said, "They have to sit over there because they might take some meat." Wait, hold up, we're about to plunk down $175 + for lunch and you just insinuated that we would STEAL meat? And to avoid our treacherous, thieving ways you're going to separate a FAMILY by sticking two members across the restaurant? Needless to say, my family canceled our order and have yet to return to Honey Pig. Look, I understand the policy... I understand the reason for it...but I also know that an important part of building a loyal customer base (and thus becoming a sustainable restaurant) is a the ability to read people and situations...knowing when to grab a manager and use your best judgement in the name of keeping a loyal customer.

    (1)

  • Vanessa H.

    I came down to visit my extended family and they took my family here. Great food.. I was a bit chilly but I'm usually cold. They had really good Korean BBQ and were really attentive with us.

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    HOLY SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH....... This place is FRIGGIN' AMAZING! I was so incredibly surprised that this place is here. Having had korean bbq in Ktown - LA, Bay Area, Michigan (yeah random..) I thought I had tried it all..and then this place...aerwgjkarenga. Came here as a party of 6 and we all ordered the all you can eat. My bestie called it a "True Korean Experience"..and since she's Korean and pretty much a fob (hehe, love you!)..I trust her. :D First of all, the grill is a DOME. Which makes it cool to look at. Second of all, the Kimchi and the mung bean sprouts are placed directly on the grill to cook while you eat. Third, they give you mushrooms...and JUST SO YOU KNOW, you're supposed to let the mushrooms grill with the curve facing up. Over time there will be soup that collects within the mushroom and you're suppose to drink the soup before you eat the mushroom. Food was AMAZING! All of them are really good, just be careful with the marinated meats cuz it leaves BURNT pieces on the dome. Helpful tip: Don't fill up too much on the meat because they make kimchi fried rice with your leftover meat AND give you a tofu soup at the end of the meal. YUMMMM...

    (5)

  • Sophia Y.

    we had a terrible server who rolled his eyes at me for no reason twice! so I called him out and he apologized but it was not sincere. never going back again. the food is good but the fried rice at the end was mushy and very greasy.

    (2)

  • Trusha D.

    Worst experience ever!! Cut our group off from ordering and refused to apply a coupon that was going on and lied about it when asked. Also asked them to lower heat as the food was immediately burning and the oil and fat was popping but they wouldn't do it until I finally asked them to just turn the whole thing off. Will never return here due to these unprofessional people!!!!

    (1)

  • Melissa H.

    My husband, brother and I had a great time at Honey Pig. After being dissed at Iron Age (see my other review) we decided to dine here instead. We ordered three types of meat: the honey pig signature pork (sam gyup sal), spicy sam gyup sal (marinated with hot pepper paste), and bulgogi (seasoned sliced beef). I'm not sure which was my favorite. I think it's a tie between the signature pork and the spicy pork. The bulgogi was good, but not the best I've ever had in my life. I really liked how they cooked the bean sprouts and kim chi on the griddle. I'm not sure what they put in them, but the sprouts were tasty and we finished them all! The sides were all pretty yummy. At the end they made fried rice with the leftovers and also served a small pot of soup. That was neat, although I was completely stuffed by that point! Next time we'll order less food. Three meats for three people was too much for us, at least by the time they brought out the rice and soup. Our server was kind and attentive without being pushy. He was always available when we needed a refill or anything else. I really enjoyed my experience here. I plan on coming back to Honey Pig sometime to try another few dishes.

    (4)

  • Lily H.

    I refuse to ever go eat here again. The unlimited was not worth it. Way overpriced! Our meal was $85 for the three people. And they decided to charge an additional $168 to my credit card. I do not recommend going here

    (1)

  • Tonia H.

    Clean place. Very friendly staff. Food was not even close to being worth the prices! Will not be back.

    (3)

  • John M.

    Made the mistake of pushing my "Anglo" boundaries and going here recently and found the entire meal to be revolting. My wife ordered the house "specialty", fried slabs of pork fat, and seemed to enjoy it. Even being a Southerner I still can't embrace fatback. My own order turned out to be shredded pork rib fat. Admittedly the "ambiance" of being seated next to a table of various unidentifiable raw animal parts which sat there for most of the meal attracting flies didn't enhance the experience. I managed to make it home without being ill in her new car so I guess that counts for something. Perhaps if I'd had a better understanding of what I was getting in to or had a better understanding of the menu things might have gone better.

    (1)

  • Rosie G.

    We wanted Korean BBQ. The meal comes with a soup in the beginning and then they start cooking the kimchi and bean sprouts. They give you a marinated chive and onion salad with some pickled radishes. We thought the radishes were fantastic and started eating them....apparently they're the use as a wrap for the meat. For meat we got short ribs and the honey pig.....AMAZING!! Asked for rice as we love eating rice with BBQ , found out at the end of the meal they make a fried rice...oops! The fried rice at the end was pretty damn good and it comes along with a soup. All and all the food was fantastic and the service was great!!!

    (4)

  • Sang Y.

    Never eating there again... They discriminate against people with families. I waited for an hour and a half with my wife and three boys. At first they started seating people past us it they stated that it was because the size of our party, then a space for 9 came available and they sat another bigger group ahead of us. When I asked why this was they stated that they needed the space for bigger parties. The bigger group was all men who were getting ready to drink, they passed us because we were a family and wasn't planning to drink. If you have a family please don't go there they only cater to people who drink and treat people with family like trash. I will never go again!!!

    (1)

  • Su K.

    Honey Pig has really high quality meat! Though it's a little more expensive than Iron Age and other restaurants, it's totally worth it. I usually get the all you can eat special which is $27 or $28. At Iron Age, I pay $20 for a unsatisfying meal so I rather pay a little more for AMAZING meat. It's one of my favorite places to eat with my family for special occasions. And if you go, try eating the meat with the rice paper wraps!

    (5)

  • John L.

    Service has gone down. Quality has gone down. They tend to run out of the rice cake wrap very often now. Still better than most pork belly restaurants around though.

    (2)

  • Ryan R.

    didnt know fried rice and miso soup at the end would charge extra money as I thought it was service just like any other korean BBQ restaurants does. server was very inattentive and it seems bunch of kids running all over place without knowing anything. food itself was good but pretty pricey.

    (2)

  • Jason F.

    I went here for an anniversary and valentine dinner, figuring I'd splurge a bit on what I knew would be pricier KBBQ. I was surprised to see the AYCE option, and though I was bummed they didn't offer short rib with it, we went for it anyway. The meats: -The pork belly was really good: fresh, just fatty enough without getting ridiculous. It was cut a bit thicker than I'd like, which made it take a while to cook. -The brisket was delicious, too, good flavor and also very fresh. -The spicy pork was our favorite. They discouraged us from ordering it too early in the night, but next time, I will probably order it sooner. The banchan: -The radish slices were a huge hit with us. I hadn't had that before, and I really enjoyed it. My partner devoured most of them, though. -Rice paper wrappers! Too many places in GA don't have these! -Kimchi and bean sprouts were good. Kimchi could be spicier, but I always feel that way. -Cold kimchi soup tasted good but felt out of place at the meal. -Jalapeños were not pickled enough, but the onions had pickled and tasted great. -Green onions were way too greasy, but it was nice to have a dressing on them. The sauces: -Spicy sauce was too sweet, almost like it had ketchup. Better than sweet pepper paste, though. -The ssamjang was delicious, my favorite. -The sesame and salt sauce was made inadequate by HUGE grains of sea salt that didn't dissolve or get picked up onto the meat. The rice: -The fried rice at the end was an interesting touch. The seaweed gave it a fishy flavor I didn't love. I wish they would have fried an egg into it, too. The service: The service was great. The waiters kept meat on our table and water in our carafe, and were friendly. Also, I think they're aiming for the cougar crowd, because all the waiters were very attractive young men. It's no LA experience. I miss my endless kalbi, shrimp/squid, bulgogi and 10 dishes of various banchan for under $20. But this is probably the next best thing!

    (4)

  • Jimmy J.

    AYO THIS PLACE IS THE HOTNESS!!!! They have the unlimited option for $25.95 and it is bombbbbbbbbbbbbbb. You like meat? Cause I like meat. There's brisket and pork belly, and some other stuff that I don't really care for. This place is a meat lover's paradise baby! Get the unlimited and make sure you get lettuce, rice paper, garlic, bean paste, and I swear when you're done eating, YOU WILL TRIP

    (5)

  • Jasmine P.

    I am from Korea and my mother ran a well known high profile restaurant in Korea for over 30 years until her recent retirement. She also was a regular guest at a cooking show back in the 80s. I still visit Korea regularly and dine out a lot with friends and family every time I go back. So I know a thing or two about Korean food. I went to Honey Pig during my short visit to Atlanta for a lunch. Since I live in Florida where we don't have any decent K-Restaurant, I had high hopes for a city with a large Korean population. In a positive note, I like the ambiance, servers were fine and service was quick. As for food, it was rather disappointing. We ordered Honey Pig special Pork belly and Galbi. Pork was definitely over priced for a previously frozen meat and for a portion they have served. Galbi wasn't quite fully marinated. Pa mu chim (green onion salad) was just bitter without any flavor. Now, I am on a low sodium to no sodium diet. Some Korean restaurants or other asian restaurant tends to be on a saltier note for me but this place absolutely had no flavor. Kimchi was not fermented at all. It was fresh and too crunchy. Well, of course I like fresh made Kimchi too, but if you are going to stir fry it or grille it on a cast iron pot, you should never use fresh made kimchi. It has to be somewhat fermented if not fully, to bring out the full flavor. Kimchi wasn't even that well made to begin with. I just found it salty without any other flavors. Same price as dinner but no rice wraps were served. I was just told they don't serve it during lunch. Sure made me go hmmmmm. Usually lunch is bit cheaper because some items are not served during lunch hour. After reading positive reviews, I came to a conclusion that Honey Pig caters more to people who orders endless meat (only $4-5 more than a regular a la carte) who want to stuff themselves with meat and not care much for delicate flavor of other significant Korean side items such as Kimchi or pa mu chim which always go hand in hand with Korean bbq. Well, I might have liked this place if I was still a poor college student in my late teens or early 20s with a shallow pocket and able to down 3-4 bottles of soju by myself.

    (2)

  • Kristin W.

    I had high hopes after hearing that Honey Pig had been named as 1 of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Top 50 Restaurants" in Atlanta. However, I found the Honey Pig Sam-Gyup-Sal (baby pork belly) to be tough and lacking in flavor - very disappointing for what is considered the signature dish. The upside is the spacious place and the very friendly wait staff for which I will kick it up a star.

    (2)

  • Jonathan T.

    Food was good! The place at a lot of energy

    (4)

  • Dave B.

    Never been to place like this; It was truly an unforgettable experience. Saturday night and it was busy. Waited an hour and a half by the door and it was freeeeeezing. Kimchi, bean sprouts and pork belly by the barrel. The ambience was frenetic, with young guys criss crossing the room, music blaring and the stench of pork circulating. Overall some highs and lows, but definitely worth the visit.

    (4)

  • Jennie Y.

    Kimchi and bean sprouts on grill. Said vegetable cooked with rice, nori, and seasoning as your fried rice at the end of your meal? heaven. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. Definitely my favorite Korean BBQ place. It's definitely not the cheapest by any mean. In fact, it's the most expensive BBQ place I know in town, but you know what, I don't care because I just love their food. It's always a treat for me when we get to come. My husband and I have not had the opportunity to nor the want to try the AYCE ($25/person/5 different cuts of meat or so). We always just get their signature pork belly and brisket. That's usually just the right amount of meat for us meat eaters. Plus, they give you cold kimchi soup to start the meal with, green onion salad and rice wraps to pair your meats with, and doenjang and fried rice to end your meal with. Sure, the kimchi can be more fermented, but you know what, it still tastes better than a lot of other korean restaurant's. The wait is always long and stinky on the weekends. The guys working there are pretty cute and always give a pretty good service. And they all speak pretty good English (that probably mattered to some people). And be aware, the floor's pretty slick in there from all the constant grease.

    (5)

  • Jennifer Y.

    The food speaks for itself. Good standard korean food but the service left much to be desired. We grilled this time and I guess those dishes do not come with the standard side dishes you get normally. We had to ask for water, ask for rice, ask for lettuce, which in the end we never received. While the staff was pleasant the service was extremely lacking. If they are like this at lunch, how the heck are they handling the hour out-the-door wait? If it wasn't for the food, they would have received 1 star.

    (2)

  • Daisy L.

    The honey pig sam-gyup-sal is way overrated at this restaurant. You are better off ordering any pork dish at a Chinese restaurant. The service is horrible unless you are Korean. I didnt get the seasonal side dishes mentioned on the menu, until I asked for it...The best honey pig I had was in Los Angeles. The bulgogi has a mild taste

    (1)

  • Sungjae J.

    I was very very upset with my visit at honey pig that I was gonna give myself a few days to cool down and than write a review. After a week and a half later, I am still very upset. Me and my wife and 2 friends joined me for dinner and we did the all you can eat $25. My friend is a vegetarian and does not eat meat but she still had to pay $25 just to sit at the table. We explained that she was there to drink not eat. Even though we drank 4 bottles of soju which was like +$60, still we were charged the $25 for someone who didn't touch a single thing on the table other than soju. The food was same as what you get at other korean BBQ places for $15, BUT we got no Banchan, no rice sheets, No denjang jjigeh(Bean paste soup most all you can eat korean BBQ place gives for free). no fried rice at the end. We got the first round of the Cha-dol-bak-ee, ate that in a hurry because we had to wait 30mins just to be seated when there were plenty of the table that were open from the time we walked in but no one to clear them. Our second round of meat was the pork and it took about 15-20mins for it to come out, which is ridiculous. I had to keep asking them, "hey, we order the pork..." If I was not having dinner with friends I haven't seen in 12years, I would have raised so much hell and than some. Our tab was $179... After 4bottles of soju split mostly with 2 people, I was drunk enough to freaking tip $30 for the retarded dinner we had. What can I say, I get happy when I drink. I had been to honey pig few time before. Service at this restaurant took a huge plunge, Food is worse than the $15 places, and servers are mostly teens that don't care too much about doing a good job...just there til off time. I am a full blooded korean...and 2 in my party were non-korean and I feel there was racial profiling there but being that it can be a very touchy subject, I won't get into it. Screw Honey Pig, Go anywhere but here. For the same all you can eat korean BBQ, go visit Iron age on pleasant hill $15. If you are drinking, go visit a place called Sun and Moon right next to jeju sauna accross from wild bills because they do it $9.99. All you can eat korean BBQ buffet Chowon buffet. I can keep going but bottom line, stop giving money and business to an establishment that does not deserve it. I have never written a bad review like this but I fully feel that Honey pig staff and management deserved this bad review.

    (1)

  • Andrew H.

    OINK OINK! Come prepared to rock out with your K-pop out! The good... Got the bulgolgi, spicy sam gyub sal and octopus. Everything tasted pretty good. I can't complain about that. It tasted better than Iron Age. They actually season the meat. Octopus wasn't seasoned. Waitress was awesome! Super attentive The bad... According to the reviews, we are supposed to get fried rice. Well, we never received any fried rice nor was there any mention of fried rice. We had over 50 dollars worth of food for 2 people and no rice?! But... Iron Age gives me rice. The ugly... All of the cups we had to use for water were dirty. And the metal chopsticks were ridiculous. I'm asian and am used to eating with chopsticks. But man, those things were fatiguing. My fingers definitely had a good workout today. While the food is better than Iron Age, I find it pretty expensive for what it is. From what I've heard, LA has affordable BBQ that's also tasty. I propose a fusion of Honey Pig and Iron Age... Iron Pig... affordable cuts of meat that have seasoning on them! I think I'll just buy my own meats and have my own K-BBQ at home from now on. Quality, seasoned meats at my place!

    (4)

  • Summer J.

    Upon entering Honey Pig, we were perplexed and not sure of the type of restaurant it was. Typical American interpretation of the name would be a southern barbeque joint, but as we waited to be seated, it became apparent this was a Korean barbeque restaurant. There were many tables with large cast iron lids topped with sizzling meat and vegetables, revealing aromas which instantly drew us in. After eating bean sprouts, kimchee, duck, pork, condiments, and a salad, to our surprise, they brought out rice and another soup. The rice was placed on the lid and mixed in with whatever you had left on the lid. We did not know this, so we ate all our meat and only had a few vegetables left, but the rice was delicious. After eating rice, the grand finale was a bowl of hot traditional Korean soup brought out in a cast iron bowl. This was so much food for an unbelievable price of only $21 per person. Overall, we had a delightful experience and lots of fun. I will say the service is not the best by American standards, as our server was not friendly. But, I really did not care, as the food was so good and the experience with my family was priceless.

    (4)

  • Hieu H.

    Pig Out Heaven! My only complaint is that it doesn't offer free soft-serve ice cream like Iron Age (the poor man's Honey Pig)

    (4)

  • Tom E.

    I came here last Thursday night after contstantly hearing about how good their pork belly is. I decided to try it with my buddy. Came in to enter, no wait thankfully. Had the industrial vibe to it as well. Got a huge booth (sat like 4-6), but there wasn't even any damn leg room (im 6'4, mind you). I saw they had an unlimited option (a huge regret I didn't get), but I wanted to try that boneless short rib. So we got that, and some brisket. They brought it out along with a TON of bean sprouts and Kimchi... Mind you there is only 2 of us... We were starving, and they were kind of slow to us, so we tried to cook the meats ourselves- they didn't like that (should have gotten to table faster!!!)... Raw meat kept falling on the table too, I thought that as slightly unsanitary. We devoured the meat, and were still hungry... We finally ate all of the kimchi and sprouts. I told them I wanted to try the pork belly, then called me an idiot for not getting the unlimited (hey, thats extra income for them, why complain about it?). So they bring out another FULL round of kimchi and bean sprouts, I was about to throw up at the site of it. Then I saw the pork belly, it was ok, but not spectacular... And we left like 80 percent of the vegetables (i told them I only wanted meat!!!)... The seaweed salad was ok, but nothing special either. Unfortunately, I hate to say it, but a lot of veggies were wasted that night. The check ended up being like $77, and still left wanting more meat... The next day I ended up getting sick all afternoon, kudos to Honey Pig for that one! I will admit though, there was a cute waitress who was friendly, and I did tip well even though it wasn't great. On the plus side, the meat was indeed high quality, I like how they seasoned it, and I liked the concept of the water in those resealable bottles. The rice cake wrappers were good too. I would suggest sticking to the unlimited, as value is hard to come by here.

    (2)

  • Josh K.

    Unfortunately Honey Pig isn't the same Honey Pig I reviewed months back. The meat quality remains superior to most of the unlimited pork belly and beef briskets around it but the quality of attentiveness of the servers has got me very disappointed. It feels as if the owner does not have the same passion for the restaurant he once had when they first opened up and it resonates throughout their team members. one of the biggest problems i have is the fact that they constantly lower the temperature of the iron cast grill there. Meat is best when its cooked under high temperature in the shortest amount of time and weak fire will make any meat taste rubbery. Second problem lies within the apathetic servers. Its hard to receive good service. At my last visit Im regretful to say i barely got to eat before we decided to leave. The food never came and we got tired of continuing to ask for refills As long as you can receive the service you are supposed to receive I recommend this place to any other places in the Duluth area, however please try to avoid when its too busy.

    (3)

  • James K.

    This place is great! Kind of on the pricey side, but the pork is amazing. I ordered the Honey Pig and the Wine Pig and they both tasted fantastic. I didnt have any of the beef bbq, but why bother when the place is named HONEY PIG!!!!! I just wish they had one of these places in Tampa, FL. Oh well, just another reason to move to the A.

    (4)

  • Dave A.

    Visiting Duluth from out of town and went there with coworker. Food was awesome though I wouldn't recommend going unless you're Really Hungry. BBQ Pork and beef were both good and the sides were better than a lot of the Korean places I am use to in NoVA. I loved the pickled radish which I've never seen sliced into thin round disks. Service was also excellent. They even have call buttons on the table but we never found the need to use it!

    (5)

  • Solange H.

    update: Coordinated a party of 8 for last saturday night. We ordered three honey pigs, two bulgogi, and two giant shrimp. Most everyone had 2-3 cans of sodas. Bill broken down per person. Total per head = a little over $20. Fully sated. That's such a sweet deal!!! Recommend getting a reservation because looks like they are getting busier with every write up in the local press. service is awesome, food is really good, although portions could be slightly bigger. no matter because we always walk away from here full and happy. been here so many times. coordinating a big group outing for next weekend, so you know i'm a fan!

    (5)

  • Gloria M.

    So, I've been hearing about this famous honeypig and being a samgyupsal (pork) lover myself, I decided to go. Ok, decor is very cute, the boys that work there are really pretty...but it ends there. They gave us a table where a huge group of office workers were drinking and talking loudly. Our pork burned, our fried rice (which I looked so forward to) sucked ass. By suck ass, it just tasted like rice and from the vivid pictures I've seen...I was extremely dissapointed. I've had 10x better, and I was so excited to try this place too. The pork was pretty thin, flavorless, and the side dishes sucked ass. The service sucked and I don't think I should've even tipped 20%. Oh and I read a comment down there that they "specialize" the honey pig from cali? The saymgyupsal (pork) in cali is 100x better than the crap I got served.

    (2)

  • Joyce Ann M.

    We will totally be back...went to dinner on Friday with another couple and shared the spicy sam-gyup-sal, bulgogi and a small order of the mushrooms. My hubby is half Korean, so we know the Korean BBQ drill, but there were some interesting twists: having the kimchee put on the grill - really changed the depth of flavor. The spicy pork definitely had some kick - was wonderful with the cool rice wrappers and the crunch of the sprouts from the grill. Bulgogi was delicious - great marinade that carmelized on the grill. The mushrooms were incredible - the differences in texture and flavor are a delight - the delicate flavor of the enoki mushrooms, the robust flavor of the king oyster mushrooms and the familiar earthiness of the portobellos. Really worth adding to your meal - especially after they sizzled awhile in the butter remains on the grill. They offer some traditional condiments to go with your meats and a wonderful cucumber-scented cold broth to help tamp down the fire of the peppers between bites!

    (4)

  • taylor e.

    If you like pork belly then this is the place to be. I loved everything about their ambiance, cooking technique, and service staff. The staff was awesome. I love food and I love my food of origin (southern obviously) and it's nice to meet people from other cultures who also embrace their roots. The young staff was super excited to meet people who had never dined there before and came over to make sure we loved everything (which we did). If you don't like rich meats (aka has fat and lots of flavor just in the meat itself) then try somewhere else. Wonderful meat, great kimchi, nice people. I loved it. p.s. if you don't get stuffed off of the portions then you must be a real fatty.

    (4)

  • Christy M.

    Mmmmmm, the BEST Korean bbq ever!!! And great service. We will be back again and again and again. My tummy is happy. :)

    (5)

  • Katee L.

    I heard about this place and finally got to go. Tasty, but pricey. Definitely try at least once!

    (4)

  • Precious L.

    Went to Honey Pig today actually. I must say the place looked very nice. Our waiter was patient and explained how to eat the food and everything (although we already knew he was cute so we let him talk) we ordered their signature honey pork and the spicy pork, bulgogi and shrimp (which looked like mini lobster tails). Everything was soooo good.I usually dont like bean sprouts but there's is tops. The music was nice (we even had them play one a song over lol) the atmosphere was nice. I have been to a couple KBBQs one was bland and the other we sort of got put out. But I WILL be back to this one, the price was even worth it the staff is very nice, I guess its because they are young not sure but I really enjoyed my food and company thats why I gave 5 stars compared to other places I've been its the best. And I actually saw them on the food network for unique eats I see why they where featured..

    (5)

  • Daniel K.

    really expensive for little sam gyup sal...

    (1)

  • Ryan M.

    I went to honeypig after reading about it on blissful glutton's site. I am half Korean and have been to most solid korean restaurants in atlanta. (and we dont really have a lot of good ones) Honey Pig isnt a traditional korean bbq, its a very trendy, vibrant version. Cooking is on "lids" on gas stoves vs typical grills. These are representative of the old korean way of cooking where they cooked rice in large pots and cooked the meat on the lids on top. Honey Pig is a great place i've been to a few times now, its a long drive from ATL, but worth it for a meal. For good korean bbq, i would not go there, but if you've had traditional korean bbq before and want to try something new, check this out. Their bulgogi and kalbi marinate is not very good, that is why i say its not ideal for korean bbq seekers. It doesnt have enough sugar in it and the marinate isnt very noticed in the meats. The pork belly at honey pig is fantastic, make sure you let it cook down to an almost bacon-like consistency for the best flavor and texture. You will leave this place full, they offer up a soup after dinner and then make a kimchi fried rice using all the leftover food on the stove. Very filling. Save room for that. This place is clean, nice, and very innovative compared to most all korean bbq joints. I highly recommend a visit. Drink some Soju, but dont get the flavored kind, its terrible. Tastes like cheap fruity wine.

    (4)

  • toni s.

    I must say this place was quite unique. The atmosphere is awesome it's decor is great and the service was impeccable. The bathrooms are amazing in themselves. Back to the food. I ordered the pork belly They heat up this upside down wok on the table. They bring filtered water to the table in a carafe and of course I ordered a HITE Beer. Then started out with korean pancake, cold korean kimchee soup, delish green onion salad and several other sides. They bring out the porkbelly, whole kimchee, and spicy sprouts mushrooms and onions and garlic and place all on the wok. Cutting up the kimchee as they go. Then comes the lettuce and huge slices of pickled radish to wrap up the succulent pork belly. Of course you get bean paste and hot pepper paste. Then just as you are about to pop, comes the rice and octupus. They rap the octupus around the top handle of the wok to sear it and stir fry the rice with remaining sprouts and kimchee and some other veggies they brought out to make you an amazing fried rice they used some of the pork belly and octopus as well. Then they bring you a bowl of tofu stew. Next time I will try the ribeye. They also have a selection of soups, but the bbq was a great experience. I ate there on a recommendation by blissful glutten blogger Jennifer Zyman. So I had plenty to take home for my husbands appetizer before dinner. A must to try. Great place for a crowd. Oh yeah they wear wireless headsets and talk back and forth with each other so this makes the service what it is and a little button that you can ring for service.

    (5)

  • Brandon B.

    ah really good nice pork and kimchi really good service. its really good place for family and hanging out with friends

    (5)

  • Dorothy P.

    I'd been to Honey Pig twice before earlier in the year w/ good experiences and was really craving the uber-fattening pork belly on a monday night. Given that sooo many restaurants are closed on mondays, i was pleasantly surprised to find that they close at midnight, on a monday! serendipity indeed! So who else do i call to join me for some honey pig? fellow yelper peter y. of course! however, he'd been before and was only coming b/c i cajoled him into it. but i promised him that this experience would be better b/c it was w/ me!:) but even I couldn't have saved our overcooked pork belly and beef short ribs. I think my past experiences here were in big groups, so food was taken off the grill pretty quickly before it had a chance to overcook (aka burn). W/ just the two of us, the meat stayed on the grill way too long...so in the end i think py was just biting his tongue to hold back, "i told you so". Overall though, i still think this is a great place to have a fun dining experience in big groups(we should've brought friends:)

    (3)

  • Flora H.

    Being a Korean, I love and crave pork belly quite frequently. I cannot visit this place very often because it is a bit pricey. The vibe and decor in this restaurant is very nice and modern. I also love the concept of grilling on a huge pot lid , it is quirky and creative. The quality of the meat is decent, it is good, but not mind-blowing. The kimchi and bean sprouts are perfect. The kimchi is perfectly ripened and sour, just how I like it. I love the two combinations overall, and the fried rice at the end just tops it off. As much as I love the food, I do believe that this restaurant is overpriced. I cannot justify paying nearly $40 for two servings of pork. It is a place I go time to time, when I have a bad craving. There are many Korean restaurants in the Duluth area that offer pork belly, but none beats the originality of this place. From my knowledge and what I've heard from others, Honey Pig is a franchise that started in Los Angeles. Their food comes from China to Los Angeles, then to Atlanta. Do not quote me though, I may be wrong. One last note, do not bother wearing your best attire when going to this restaurant, you will walk out with a pungent smell stained in your clothes.

    (4)

  • Stella Y.

    Honey Pig is one of my favorite places to eat in all of Atlanta. The wrap options for your kalbi and/or samgyupsal is deliiiiicious. I'm all about creative fare that is interactive and unique. The larger-than-life grill cooks up your meat, the mushrooms soak up the fat drippings and the kimchi, onions and namul cook wonderfully in the juices while you BBQ. The ohjinguh (squid) they wrap around the knob in the middle of the grill may be a bit gimmicky but it's different and entertaining, I thought. Plus the juices ooze into the kimchi that's grilling and adds a lovely touch of seafood to the finale of your meal. You would think kimchi fried rice at the end of an extremely filling BBQ feast would be too much, but nope, it's SO good and impossible to turn down. This is a great place to go with friends in a large group because the seating is perfect for that. My parents write this off as a spot for youngsters, but I know they love the food as well. Wish they opened a restaurant in NY!

    (5)

  • Bri C.

    Wow, what a fun experience. It is a little pricey, but it's a great meal especially for a group, but not too big of a group! We ordered the Honey Pig special (the first one on the menu) and the bulgogi. We started with the bulgogi, and i enjoyed it a lot. It was tender, it tasted good, and we love the sides. The rice at the end is ok, but it needs some more flavor. I enjoyed the stew at the end also. It was a fun meal with good service and everything was yummy.

    (4)

  • Allison H.

    Trendy atmosphere for a strip mall in Duluth. Friendly, hip staff who provide excellent service. They recommend one meat dish per person which of course is ridiculous. We ordered two for four people and weren't able to finish all the food. Be forewarned, it is expensive - close to $20 for a meat entree. They do the kim chee on the grill and then throw the meat on for you. The signature dish which is pork belly was quite fatty, like greasy bacon but it was tasty. We let ours cook a while longer to make it crispy. They serve a cold soup which didn't have a lot of flavor. At the end they take the leftover meat bits and chop it up with kim chee and it makes a tasty end to the meal. Don't let them talk you into more food than you need, truly only two meat entrees fed 4 of us easily!

    (4)

  • Sela T.

    This place has been praised by many. Decided to try it out with friends. But, i've come to the conclusion that its another average korean bbq that overcharges customers. Ordered the unlimited menu. Sad things is the menu is actually very limited with its meat choices. If i'm going to pay 30-40, i'd expect to be offered more than half of the meat on the menu. Plus, they didn't offer many sides. I like sides. They do however provide plenty of kimchee and spicy bean sprouts. Service is mediocre. They don't help cook like other places. Overall, I wouldn't come back here. I'd go elsewhere that has a better selection for a cheaper price.

    (2)

  • Tim H.

    I went to Honey Pig on a Saturday around 12:30pm. There weren't many customers, which was nice because we got immediate service whenever we needed something. My friends and I all came for the all you can eat BBQ, $24.95/person. Side dishes included pickled daikon slices, rice sheet things (not sure what they are), a cold dilute kimchi soup, spicy bean paste, red chilli paste, and a sesame/sugar/salt sauce. We had to ask for lettuce to eat with. For a while, we were sitting, ready to order and waiting for our waiter to come to us. We then realized the table had a built-in service button that rings and gets the immediate attention of the staff, just like in Korea. After ordering our meat, which was the brisket, spicy pork belly, and red wine pork belly, some kimchi and bean sprouts were added to our grill. The meat was all very good, but he brisket was probably my favorite. They do most of the meat cooking for you, sometimes including the turning. After we were stuffed with the meat (which we all finished, as we were not sure what their unfinished meat policy is), they made a really delicious kimchi fried rice using our leftover kimchi and beansprouts initially served to us, along with some clumps of dried seaweed and other seasonings. One interesting thing I noticed was that this is first time I saw a Korean BBQ restaurant cooking with butter. They lightly buttered the grill before adding our first meat (brisket), and again for the fried rice. Overall, the food and service were both excellent, and the price is fairly standard for Korean BBQ in America, I think. Will be coming back!

    (5)

  • Ihoneybadger L.

    I LOVED HONEY PIG! Atmosphere: chic, contemporary without the haughty feeling. Good music too = ) Food: Excellent with wide variety of choices of bbq. Price: Moderate; I haven't really been to too many korean bbq places and paid less then $20 dollars for my meal. But hey it was good! You should definitely get the endless meat for $22, all you can eat samgyupsal (a few different types), beef brisket. Service: Excellent! The staff was extremely attentive and friendly. They were busy so I cooked my own food, but they ran over ( even though they were really busy) and insisted cooking the food for me. A++ I'm definitely coming there again next time I go to ATL!

    (4)

  • Julie C.

    wow. can i say LET DOWN? i still want to wipe away a few tears, just thinking about the disappointment that was honey pig. okay, okay. the place is fun, beautifully decorated, really jazzy interior. the waitstaff is friendly enough, but the food.....so not yummy to my tummy. we started out at lunch, and had honey pig and bulgogi. i don't know, i guess i'm not really a fan of the warmed kimchi, especially when it's sorta (i mean totally) getting drenched in all the grease from my virtually flavorless honey pig. the bulgogi lacked delectable/detectable flavor as well. sure, maybe i ordered the wrong thing (black pig v. honey?)....but i won't be returning to see. i was also disappointed in the sides as well- i like a little more variety. plus we only had daikon slices, no rice wrappers. i just felt like this was basically dumbed down korean in a gorgeous setting. give me buford highway anytime. we didn't stick around for the rice...wasn't really interested in getting anything made out of those greasy scraps left on my grill. i thought honey pig was a wee bit pricey too. i know korean bbq ain't always the cheapest lunch option, but i seriously felt robbed. this feeling was further compounded when my stomach started cramping up before i made it home.... yeah. i'm not a fan of peeing my expensive lunch out of my butt (super squirts)! my dining companion had the same experience as well. this was actually worse than my "ghana guts"! usually, i'm totally on board with my fellow yelpers, but honey pig was a let down. maybe that's what i get for venturing off buford highway and otp. either way....been there, done that. won't be back.

    (2)

  • Hammad K.

    Great Korean BBQ restaurant. Good service and experience. A little pricey but worth the visit.

    (4)

  • Leon V.

    Everyone here said Honey Pig was very good so I gave it a try even though they don't grill. I was a bit disappointed in the flavor, you have to order marinated meat because it's cast iron pan fried. I ordered beef, young pork belly, and scallops. Neither of them were too memorable except for the scallops because it was cooked just right. They specialize in "honey" pig from cali but I don't find it super tender or anything. I was hoping they'd have a lot of side dishes but there was only bean sprouts and kimchi, lots of them. They give you three types of wraps; lettuce, rice cake, and radish. Each meat went well with different wraps (scallops with lettuce, beef and rice cake, pork belly and radish) my favorite was rice cake even though they were a bit thick. Here, rice is fried in front of you and served at the end. I asked the waiter why they wait till the end and he said they want the costumers to really taste the meat before having rice. It made a little since but I still like my rice with everything else. The meal came with kimchi soup that's served cold. I liked it because it was lunch time and I needed something to get my appetite going. Over all the food was just okay but the service was very good, he answered all my questions very well and kept a good attitude of the customer is superior.Too bad I don't think I will be going again because it's just a cast iron pan. Ohh fyi, their food is pretty pricey compared to others. ***and I have to add this, there are two old norcross roads so if you dont know the area, your navigation will bring you to business buildings 3 minutes from Honey Pig.***

    (3)

  • Vy A.

    Unless you want cardiac surgery, I don't suggest coming here more than once a year. When you DO go, here are some things to keep in mind: 1) wear clothes you don't care about. In fact, remember that doesn't-fit-like-it-used-to-shirt in the back of your closet? You know, the one you know you mean to get rid of but can't bring yourself to? Wear it to Honey Pig and you'll have no trouble trashing it the next day. YOUR CLOTHES WILL SMELLLLLL. Let's put it this way: Have you ever seen a restaurant that keeps 5 FEBREEZE containers by the door??? Honey Pig does, and it won't get that smell off you. 2) Go with someone who speaks Korean. You'll get much better service. If you don't, they'll forget you...or pretend to. Sad, but the truth... 3) If you don't go with someone who speaks Korean and they speak Korean to you, just nod your head and pretend you do. Maybe you can trick them. 4) Make sure you get the rice at the end where they make your leftovers into a very greasy fried rice. 5) This should go without saying, but don't bring a date there. The lingering smell of kimchi with squid, garlic, and pork fat is not very romantic afterwards. (I've noticed that someone stuck Honey Pig under romantic Duluth restaurants...I hope that is a joke) I can't really suggest Honey Pig to the people I love. Doing so would be like saying, "I want you to be really fat and die of heart disease!" I know that sounds silly, but honey pig is probably one of the most greasy and fatty meals I have ever had. Depending on what you get, you may be better off going to the Varsity and ordering a hot dog and hamburger with the works plus all the greasy onion rings. I do give this place 4 stars, however, because when you don't think about how your arteries are being clogged, the food is quite good. It is also a one-of-a-kind in Atlanta and that's always nice to have. One of the stars also is given for the febreeze by the door. So, props to you Honey Pig, for being something new, yummy, and very smelly!!!!

    (4)

  • John F.

    I went in for lunch after seeing the place next door to Chung Hae. The lunch specials are very affordable at around $7. I opted for the Spicy Pork with vegetables. Lunch items are accompanied by traditional Korean sides, kimchee, etc. The meal came with a total of 5 side items and the spicy pork was brought out on a sizzling platter like fajitas. Lunch items are not cooked at your table, but you can order BBQ any time of the day. The decor is very nice with stone top freestanding tables and booths. The parking lot is very full on what should be normally slow weeknights so I would assume that many Korean customers really like the place.

    (4)

  • Michael L.

    I have read the reviews about the service so went in prepared for the worst. I was pleasantly surprised. The service was great, after we informed the waiter that this was our first time. He explained all of the dishes in detail. The meal was really good. I had the pork shoulder and my wife the beef. You cant go wrong with the pork. Since I work close by I will have to make this one of my regular stops.

    (4)

  • daniel p.

    I have not been to Atlanta in awhile, but i have to say this is a great little Korean joint in Atlanta. Great Korean BBQ, and their meso pork is delicious and succulent. YUM.

    (4)

  • Amber M.

    Pretty good food... especially since I like Korean food. Cool atmosphere- and I'm a sucker for some atmos...

    (3)

  • Victor L.

    Not much to add here from the other reviews. First-time with this kind of experience (and I've eaten at many traditional Korean BBQ places) and was a really nice experience. Service is quick and prompt. If you need something, just press the button on the table and it activates a sound in the ear-piece that all the waiters wear - the nearest person will come by. Bathrooms are nice and very trendy (which is, admittedly, very unique for any type of Asian restaurant unless it caters to the high-end folks). Faucet is a type with a joystick to turn on and the water flows out like a waterfall with lights under an all-glass sink. They even have a dispenser for mouth wash. Tip/avoid funny moment: hand soap is on the wall while the mouth wash is on the counter. My wife accidentally first washed her hands with mouth wash (which she thought was soap) until she saw the real soap dispenser. Of course, if you want a minty smell to your hands...ignore tip.

    (4)

  • wendy k.

    I love this place....the service is very prompt and the pork belly is delicious! Yummy! As I write this review, i'm getting hungry for Korean bbq. the only bad thing is that you end up eating more than you should!

    (4)

  • Christie K.

    I have to starve myself before I come here! SO MUCH FOOD. Not just the delicious meats (try the Honey Pig samgyupsal) but all of the accompaniments with it leave me all sleepy from my food coma~

    (4)

  • David Y.

    I like the atomosphere and attentive service. Their food was better in the beginning and so was the service. I think there are huge employee turn over rate here. For what it is..you get good portion and after you are finished w/ the main meal, they make you a fried rice which is better than main meal. I always take it home since it's not worth wasting food. Food is getting more expensive and scarce as is. People need to change there mind on leaving there food on the table since that's isn't cool thing to do. I just wish they have less fat and more meat on these pigs. Well.....I love this place though. BTW they got excellent Kim Chi and Bean sprouts.... Eat Goods

    (5)

  • Niki W.

    Really great - Everything we ate was delcious. The spicy pork belly and seasoned sliced tenderloin were both full of flavor and unique and the bean sprouts were a hit. I would have given it five stars, but it's a bit pricey and I could have used a little tutorial from the waiter as we were first time diners there. We will be back for sure.

    (4)

  • Lina M.

    great great kimchi! it has a really ko0 atmosphere it's one of my favorite kr restaurants in town right after book chang dong the place is really hip but prepare to wait in line for a while if you come during busy hours!

    (4)

  • Jeanie Y.

    When I went to visit the family, my cousins recommended Honey Pig. I wanted to see what the hype was all about. First, I love the decor, tables, and seats. Service was fast and friendly. But the food wasnt up to par, it was good it came with kimchi and all the essentials of eating stove top pork, but it didnt hit the spot compared to some places in Atlanta. Also it was quite pricey, my husband was joking around saying that we were basically paying for the atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Mitch F.

    Mas-e-soy-o (delicious). If you're ready to feast like Vikings Honey Pig is the place to be. Definitely skip lunch. If you're unfamiliar with Korean food; the meat is prepared in front of you on a grill in the middle of the table. Great for communal dining if you're not a germaphobe or you missed that episode of Sesame Street on sharing. First the table will be filled with numerous side dishes and the bean sprouts and kimchi will be placed on the grill to munch on before the meat is prepared. Our group had the scallops as well as various cuts of pork (I had the spicy pork which was tasty but not all that spicy). The only negatives 1) service was a bit indifferent in my opinion; fairly effective but with a lack of warmth, and 2) you'll be disappointed if you're expecting desserts because there are none of the menu. It's not likely most people will have room for dessert after the Honey Pig experience.

    (4)

  • Mindy H.

    Honey Pig is on the pricier side ($28/person for unlimited) compared to the other unlimited Korean BBQ hot spots, such as Iron Age and Oh! My Samgyupsal ($18-$20), but trust me - you can taste the difference in the quality of the meat that's served here. My friends and I usually opt for ordering a couple individual servings since we usually can't eat enough when it comes to ordering unlimited, but definitely go for the unlimited option if you're with a huge group of hungry people! I've only had the samgyupsal here, but there are a number of flavors you can try. Some of the ones I've had are wine, garlic, bean paste, and the Honey Pig special (which is apparently better quality meat than the other choices), my favorites being the garlic and bean paste. I went with a party of 4 people and we ordered 4 individual trays (range from $18-$20 per tray), which was enough to keep us full for a good while. The meat also comes with bean sprouts, kimchi, radishes, salad, and a few sauces, all of which you can ask for refills. The service here is great - someone usually comes over every few minutes to cut and flip the meat so you don't have to worry about doing it yourself. Sure, you'll come out feeling like you visited a meat sauna, but it's so so worth it.

    (4)

  • Erin G.

    My partner & I just tried Honey Pig for the first time & to be honest, found the meats to be quite bland & over-priced. The atmosphere of the restaurant is quite good, though it is very warm inside & they need to turn the music down a little. At $80 for two people (no alcohol) I would expect a more impressive spread with better quality meats & seasonings. Honey Pig isn't a restaurant we will make a return visit to.

    (2)

  • Genia S.

    My first time eating Korean BBQ. Good experience and great staff but I'm a bit of a picky eater. Didn't care for the meat because all of it was fatty but loved the bean sprouts and mushroom. I didn't like the kimchi but I had never had it before. Weird tangy taste to it but to each his own. 6 of us went and our total bill was right at $200. It was good to try once.

    (3)

  • Matt B.

    The food was good and the staff was friendly, but I felt like the value wasn't really there (the price to food quality ratio). Don't get me wrong - the food is really good. I just think it is over-priced.

    (3)

  • Yiding S.

    Very Bad Service! Never Never Never Come again!!!!!!!!!!!

    (1)

  • Coty S.

    Super expensive mediocre quality meats, cooked on a cast iron lid in front of you, while you are rushed through your meal by tag teaming teenage boys. I made the mistake of finally trying Honey Pig, knowing good and well that they would piss me off. And, everything played out just as I expected. Here is how you dine at Honey Pig: 1. Wait for a table for a long time with the rest of the suckas. 2. Order immediately. 3. Rush through meal, as the waiters are cooking the food in front of you faster than you can eat it. 4. Beg for fried rice at the end. You may or may not get what you asked for. 5. Pay outrageous bill and rush out of the restaurant in a whirlwind, not knowing what just happened. Three people, about $150.00 The Honey Pig name is famous in the US KBBQ scene, as a chain of restaurants. However, this Duluth, GA Honey Pig is not part of the Gooldwaejii chain, yet still is able to keep the same name, nor the famous Los Angeles Honey Pig location. Whatever... This place is so overhyped, but idiots like me keep going there and getting ripped off, so I guess it is all working out. At least I gave this location a try, now I can move on to better places.

    (2)

  • Dave M.

    This place is pretty good albeit a little pricey. I went with one person and we were told if we ordered just one portion of meat it would come pre-cooked and we wouldn't get all the cool stuff you grill at the table. So we ordered 2 meats but they were around $19 each (yikes!). You do get a whole head of kimchi, large amount of bean sprouts to grill, and bottomless salad but the rice is not free. They have some other non-grill plates as well. The place is pretty large but a little dark so it feels bar-like. They iron grill is cool but you'll get spattered with grease just a tad bit. The service was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend trying it at least.

    (4)

  • Qiaoyi X.

    There's a big hype of All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ. Therefore, there was a long line in front of the restaurant. Luckily, we beat the crowd by going there in 7pm. You have 3 options in Honey Pig: 1 Order whatever you want by dish and pay for every dish; 2. Order Combination A or B; 3 The unlimited combo, but the catch is you can't order every kind of meat. Last time, we chose option 1 and ordered several dishes, but we left not full... A lesson learned. This time, we ordered the unlimited combo for 4 persons. The K-pop music was so loud, that we needed to shout to each other to have a conversation. But magically, we ended up with good conversations, and forgot to order every kind of meat. Every meat we tried was of high quality, and we totally enjoyed it. What a pity to forget green tea and wine(?). They put kimchi and bean sprouts to the round grill first, then all kinds of meat. My friends who eat veggies a lot seemed to love them. I, as a carnivore, loved their meats. Brisket was thinly sliced, yet just a warm-up. The Sam-Gyum-Sal was just the right portion of fat and lean meat! The idea of putting pork skin on the grill is also genius. Chicken bulgogi was sweet in every bite, and squid was my favorite, even though the spiciness was hard to handle(BE AWARE!). It was almost summer time, but they did not turn the A/C to a cool degree. The same thing happened last time. 20% tips are automatically added. All the little things wiped off one star.

    (4)

  • Lauren A.

    I try to save my 5 stars but this place was amazing. Now I know there are plenty of Korean BBQ places to pick from on Buford Hwy, but I can tell this place is different. They have a pretty cool vibe/atmosphere. First they cap the actual grill so everything the juices run down the side and inside so they don't splash you. I tried 3 different meats - of course the pork belly. I loved the unlimited kimchi and sprouts. I think I may have asked for additional kimchi twice. They do bring out a sort of rice paper for wraps, but much preferred making them out of lettuce. Also love the cold soup you get to start. Think of getting to have a thousand spicy meat lettuce rolls - in a way that sounds better than how I just described it. Finally the service was killer, I think I went to flip a piece of meat once and before I could even get to it the waiter was right there taking care of everything for us. Even if you have another favorite spot Id recommend you give honey pig a try.

    (5)

  • George H.

    Great food, and fun experience. Having lived in Korea for the better part of a decade, it was great to see this place in Duluth. It has all the great characteristics of a Korean BBQ joint: loud, great smells, fast, and delicious. One element that it was missing (hence the rating), was that the price of soju was absolutely prohibitive. It get what they're going for, though. Since this place is not really for Korean diners, they kick that price up to $15 hoping that it will be justified by a group of people interested in "trying soju". Well, knowing that soju costs $1 in Seoul, $3 in the US (retail), this is just too much. If it was $7, I would have gotten two, had even more fun, and spent the same. Still, it's a fun place and I will be back. Oh, was it odd that there were ZERO female employees?

    (4)

  • Alex M.

    Obviously, korean bbq is always steep in price. However, Honey Pig is alright overall & I would rather recommend to go to Iron Age which is just a few minutes away. They have delicious meats and also have like suid, pork belly, & pork belly green tea. I didn't like pork belly because it had like bones/cartlidge in it. Their best meat is their chicken, the flavors they marianate their chicken are out of this world. They also give you bottomless bean sprouts and of course, kimchi. I hate that they don't give you rice which is a huge bummer! Your meal also comes with three dipping sauces, rice patties/sheets, radishes, & some salad.

    (3)

  • Restaurant R.

    This place was awesome!!!!! I had Jumbo Scallops and mushrooms. Great Food. Great Atmosphere! Great service! You have to go at least once!

    (5)

  • Daniel C.

    My little bro and I go here often. The gogi is good, kimchi is great, and the service is aight. The waiters are hit or miss.

    (4)

  • Addy C.

    WATCH OUT FOR THOSE METAL BOWLS - I got a 2nd degree burn on my thumb. I was told the servers aren't supposed to put the bowls next to the grill but that's what happened. I picked up the bowl and yelled out loud and dropped it immediately. I burned my thumb so bad my nerve endings got damaged too. Did the servers come to my attention? Nope they were nowhere to be seen - I had to find them to get ice. On top of that, we pretty much cooked the meats ourselves - I even made it obvious by standing up and grilling the meats (this was before I burned my thumb). I had gotten similar feedback from other friends who had gone recently - their service isn't as good as they used to be. And the food? Not good esp. the honey pig pork belly that's $2 more than their regular pork belly. It had a stinky meat smell. Plus they charge extra now for the fried rice at the end. Oh yeah and when the manager finally came to our table to apologize for his staff placing the bowls right next to the grill, he said he'd provide more service to make up for it. Nope that didn't happen - nothing AT ALL. I was so angry. We will never go back to Honey Pig esp. when there are other BBQ places with better food, better prices and very attentive service. By the way Honey Pig, you should keep a bottle of Pure Aloe Vera Gel at the front - works better than ice.

    (2)

  • Andrew N.

    This is an all you can eat place. The meat quality is good and the service is good. Unfortunately, you pay alot for all this. They really dont give you that many side dishes so its not worth it to me. But overall you will get a good meal here. I dont think i will be coming back.

    (3)

  • Eddie C.

    As a Korean food lover from Minnesota, Korean BBQ is something that I usually can only dream of. After starving myself after a day of traveling to ATL, I drooled with anticipation on the car ride straight from the airport with my dad. Naturally I ordered the unlimited option. I only found out after that the price doesn't include the elusive Galbi or marinated short ribs but I figured the pork belly and brisket would satisfy my carnivorous desires. The server gave us plenty of kimchi that was cooked on the stove as well, which was positioned to soak in the tasty meat juice. The meat quality was solid, with just enough fat to keep things tender and the kimchi was a good level of sour. They provided the usual soy bean sauce, some chili sauce, and seasoning salt, which kept things interesting. The service was pretty decent as well. The waiter was relatively attentive though I think because we were seated in the corner, it took him longer to get to us, forcing us to attempt to grill. For the cons: it was a hot summer day and there didn't seem to be any form of air conditioning. Also, I noticed our plastic bottle that our water came in was deformed, likely from the hear. I hope I didn't drink plastic! Finally, the price was a little higher than I would have liked, given that the selection of meat was more limited than I wanted. Overall though, it was a solid Korean BBQ experience. I knew that because I left the restaurant ready to go into a food coma and never wanting to eat meat again.

    (4)

  • Josh M.

    So far this is the best KBBQ I've been to. What sets this place apart is the really cool atmosphere, the upbeat staff, and, of course, delicious food. We ordered the Kobe style beef and some pork belly (we didn't want to try the all you can eat option this time, but will next time). The meat was fresh and delicious. It came out fast and tasted great. Obviously it's expensive, but you get what you pay for. The staff was great. I'm not Korean and sometimes going to Korean places is awkward because of the language barrier. Here, at least for the most part, the staff were fluently bi-lingual (most of the staff seem to be Korean american, as opposed to full on immigrant, and have probably gone to school here so are basically fluent in both languages and cultures). In some of the other Koreans places it's hard to communicate which sometimes makes the experience unpleasant. So if you're worried about communication here, don't be. They were also very helpful with questions about the menu. I loved everything about this place and will certainly be back when I need my KBBQ fix.

    (5)

  • Lauren H.

    They're way overpriced. My family and I, (4 adults and a toddler) went here yesterday for dinner and our bill came out to be around $200 after tip. Wth?! The food here is decent but is definitely not worth that price. I honestly don't feel like this korean bbq place is any better than other ones I've tried. We decided to go with the unlimited option which is $27/person. My stepdad wanted to try the shrimp so we ordered that extra. It cost $28 for 4 pieces of shrimp and some mushrooms! We went here yesterday around 6ish and it was crazy busy which I had already expected it to be. We were quoted a 50 minute wait but I don't think it took that long. It was more like 35-40 minutes? Once seated, our waiter came out to take our order. I wanted to try the spicy squid and spicy pork belly but the waiter insisted that I should order those meats last because it tends to burn the grill and would cause the rest of our meats to burn. I really wanted to try it but he was really adamant about me ordering it the end. Instead of fighting with him, I just went ahead and ordered other things. At other korean bbq places, they would change out the grill if this happened. I guess he was trying to save himself the trouble of doing this? I don't know. When I finally got around to ordering the spicy squid and pork, it was brought out by a different waiter and placed atop a piece of foil to cook. I guess it was on the foil to prevent it from burning the grill? Not sure why the first waiter kept insisting that I wait to order the squid and pork if it's cooked on a piece of foil anyways. My recommendation is to save your money and go elsewhere!

    (2)

  • Helen P.

    When introducing a friend to Korean BBQ, I would chose to take them here or 678. The interior is nice. Every table has a large disk like grill filled with delicious pork belly, kimchi, or short ribs. The food will fill you up, but save room for the kimchi fried rice which they make at the end with your leftover. Highly recommend this place.

    (4)

  • Belinda L.

    This was the first place I've ever had Korean BBQ a few years ago and I've been coming back ever since. As such, I've seen a lot of the changes that they've implemented. This will be a mixed review gathering my past experiences and comparing it to my most recent experience. OVERVIEW: This is a perfect spot if you want to introduce someone to Korean BBQ. It was my first place and I was hooked. They give you a wide selection on their meats and I find their meats to be really good each time I've gone - so that much hasn't changed for me. After you choose what meats you want, they'll ring up your order and start you off with some cold soup. I love this soup because it helps cleanse my pallet to get me ready to get my munch on. Shortly after, they'll bring out the meats along with all the other sides. Kimchee, beansprout, rice paper, and sauces are all included and they will bring you more if you need more. I think they have the best kimchee and beansprout compared to all of the other Korean BBQ places I've visited so far in town. I know people go for the meat, but I also like to go for their beansprout - looovee my beansprout, so gooood :) The server will generally come to you and flip your meats to let you know if it's ready for you to eat, but you can easily cook it yourself and it's really fun. If you also ever need anything from a server, they have a convenient button located at your table that you can ring and one will immediately show up. At the end of your meal, you have the option to get fried rice and/or hot soup. Both used to be included in the meal, but they charge you now if you want either of them. Both are really good, but I recommend the fried rice. They prepare it on the skillet that's on your table and because all of the meat, kimchee, and beansprout have been cooking on there, the mixed fried rice combines all of those flavor and it's absolutely delicious. SERVICE: This won't be your top notch, over the top service, but it's still good. You will have some servers that will take their time to come back to check on you to see how you're doing, but if they don't, it's probably because they are busy running around and taking care of other tables. With that being said, that's why they provide you a button to call for a server if you need one. PRICE: This is the only downfall for me, but yes, Honey Pig has gradually over the duration of my many visits increased their price. It's come to the point where I don't know if I agree with the amount I'm being charged for the full experience I'm getting - including food, environment, and service. I think it's a little overpriced at this point and that's why I don't go as often unless I'm really craving some Korean BBQ. Conclusion, this is still my go to place until I find another place I really enjoy going to. I've been to a few more places around the area, but I've still not managed to fall in love with those places as I have with Honey Pig. It's worth trying out and to bring a group of friends out to just have a fun time and eat. You'll thoroughly enjoy it - I know I do every time I go.

    (4)

  • Allie A.

    OH. MY. GOD. It's official. Every time we head to Atlanta, we just have to get some Korean BBQ, and this trip brought us to Honey Pig. When we arrived, there was quite a line! We were told about 20 mins, which turned into more like 45, but totally understandable being a Friday night on a holiday weekend. (Will wait for meat.) We immediately ordered up a few beers and the kimchi and bean sprouts came right out. My significant other, who has never been a big kimchi kinda guy, ended up loving it (maybe because it was on the grill?) and I think we have a new fan! It was spicy and fantastic. We opted to go all out with the ALL the meats, and started out with the brisket. I think this was my favorite... perfectly seasoned and the crispy bits at the end... just incredible. Next up, pork belly, spicy pork belly, one more I've forgotten, and ended with the squid. I did have to take several time outs, walk outside to cool off a bit (dang, it gets hot in here!) Not typical of me to not take a ton of pictures or write notes, but I really wanted to immerse myself in the experience and company. And I did. And it was amazing. And, I'll be back.

    (4)

  • Catie C.

    This is the most unique Korean BBQ I've had. Granted that I never been to Korea and only had Korean BBQ in the Northeast, I'm not a huge fan of Southern Korean BBQ based from Honey Pig's House specials. I was fascinated by the cooking cast iron lid. That lured me into trying this restaurant. The meal comes with bean sprouts and kim chi that cooks on the lid. Rice is ordered separately. We tried the Honey Pig Sam-Gyup-Sal and Boneless Prime Short Rib. Their signatures. We never seen duck on a BBQ menu before, so we ordered that to see what's that all about. Neither are marinated. Dip to flavor. They're fresh but nothing to WOW about. The meal also comes with Rice Noodle Square Sheets. I never seen that before. I just used that as wraps like the lettuce. I maybe doing it wrong and the servers thought that I was a moron!? Who knows! I would classify this as over priced to say the least. Prices here are higher than Boston's. Not worth the price tag but it was a cool experience cooking on top of a lid. The servers were on top of things, taking turns cooking the meats and checking on us.

    (3)

  • Ssd P.

    We've eaten home made Korean food before and loved it, when our friends took us to honey pig I was amazed at how healthy and tasty Korean food could be, to an extent I craved Korean food thanks to honey pig The staff is kind and helps you understand what is offered in their menu, though expensive it's worth a try ...you won't regret it

    (5)

  • Liz K.

    I've been coming to this place for years. Literally, YEARS! And the food was always great, consistent, and the service never lacked there of.. Anyway, I came here recently and they started charging for everything that used to be complimentary. The soybean soup and the fried rice is now extra. The best part about the end is getting that bite of crunchy fried rice--even if you're stuffed. Blah, anyway. The soup, which is very simple to make actually, and also complimentary EVERYWHERE ELSE.........is now charged. Now what? Are they going to charge for extra sauce too? GEEZ

    (3)

  • Tiff H.

    The last time I came here was 2010 with my family and my dad hated it, so we haven't been back since. 5 years later... I decided maybe it's time to give Honey Pig another try. We had a group of 4, and one of our party got there around 7:55, and got us in line for a table. We were seated at 8:15, and there was a huge line after we got there, so I was grateful for our early bird friend. We got the all you can eat for $27.99 per person. The sauces, banchan and wraps came out first. The rice wraps and the radish wraps are a must at Korean BBQ. You can also request lettuce wraps. The server slapped kimchi and bean sprouts onto the sides of the pan. We started out with marinated chicken (a big mistake for 3 hungry guys) and the brisket. When the servers bring out chicken, pork or squid, they will cook it over aluminum foil, which will prevent the server from having to change the pan often. However, the foil also causes the meat to cook much slower, so we waited for the chicken in painful agony as the chicken slowly cooked through. I was disappointed at the tiny pieces of chicken. I felt like I was picking at some kernels of corn. Beef brisket is the way to go until your hunger is abated, then go for the other meats. The beef brisket quality declines over the course of each order in its thinner and thinner slices... We ordered garlic samgyupsal, which is pre-cut and cooked on foil. The squid takes the longest to cook, so they recommended us not order that until the end of the meal. The green tea pork belly was our last order and we were VERY disappointed in the lack of flavor to the meat. Where exactly is the green tea that we see is basted on the meat? Halfway through our meal, we ordered a large bottle of Hite for $8.50, which was perfect for two light drinkers. I'm over 21, but our server did neglect to card us... It made me feel old and definitely not in a good way. There is a call button on the table that you can use to call the server if you need something. We had to make use of it more and more as the Friday night diners filled up the restaurant. White rice costs extra, regardless what they say. The fried rice at the end that is usually free at other Korean BBQ Venues also costs extra ($2.99). Overall, meat quality is much better than most other Korean BBQ I've been to in Duluth and Buford highway, other than 678. Service was ok, except when it got busy. Variation of the AYCE bbq option is pretty diverse, as well. However, I couldn't stand how standardly offered items such as white rice, steamed egg, fried rice and tofu soup, were not complimentary, especially when paying such a premium price on the meat and service. I probably won't be back much, I would go to 678 for this price point over Honey Pig. I give Honey Pig a 3.5 rounded down to a 3.

    (3)

  • Lindsay E.

    We always leave Honey Pig stuffed to the brim. This place is one of our favorites. I lived in Korea for 16 months, and when I came back, this was the first Korean meal I got to have since "the real thing." We loved it immediately. -- The free stuff: The mung bean sprouts taste exactly they do in Korea. The kimchi, radish soup, thin rice cake, sauces, and even the water cups/bottle and "yogiyo button" are exactly like they are in Korea. When you're finished with your meat entrees, be sure to get the free rice and soup afterward. A server will put the rice on your skillet and mix in everything that's left. It's delicious! Galbi: Not exactly like what I had in Korea, but very close. Honey Pig's version is more tender, and a bit more chewy. Great flavor. I like this meat the best. Bulgolgi: Not what I was expecting, but my husband likes it. There's a lot of bite to it, and it takes my teeth a while to break down the meat. Brisket: Yum. I had this a while back, so I don't remember what I thought of it, but I don't remember it being bad. -- If you go after 6 or on a holiday, expect it to be very busy. We went Christmas Eve and waited about an hour. The place is packed, but that's because the food's so good! Loud, raucous, and happy people, just like it should be. Great for an authentic Korean dining experience and for some amazing food. Can't wait to go again!

    (5)

  • Fiona F.

    This place has good Korean BBQ - we often order all you can eat buffet. 25 per person- yes it is pricy. But you pay what you get . Food quality is good. I like the style here that they brought the meat to be cooked at the desk. They offer - Brisket, Korean bacon, Korean Pork belly, and some seafood selections. They are all very good, meat is tender and fresh, marinated ones are nicely flavored. Service here can be a little slow. You need to ask every time which can be a little annoying . Since cooking at the table is part of the meal, that I think they are supposed to come help check the cooking and adjust the temperature. Music is very loud here that You can't hear the other person across the table. In comparison to Iron Age , I like this place better because of it's meat quality. If you are a meat lover - definitely give this place a try. I think it is the best Korean BBQ place in Atlanta.

    (4)

  • Martha K.

    My friends and I always come here when it's time to have our bi-weekly or monthly Korean BBQ feast. I am Korean so it's nice seeing my non-Korean friends enjoy this food! We usually get the unlimited so that we can try whatever we desire. I cannot wait for the holidays so that I can bring my other family members from out of town here! Great social meal but 1 thing-- I would like it if service was a tad more attentive. Usually the servers come to your table and cook the meat or check up on the meat for you periodically. But the last few times that didn't happen too much. But that's all!

    (4)

  • Jordan K.

    Excellent restaurant that is synonymous with fresh and simple delicious dishes. Did not give it 5 stars due to service issues and restaurant cleanliness. Worth the trip.

    (4)

  • Yuan Z.

    The BBQ here is really good and special! I love the kimchi here! And the service is great too! I drove a really long way to there and it deserve for it! I wish they have a branch one in my town!

    (4)

  • Carolina M.

    I don't know how it is that I've managed to not go to to Honey Pig after all these years. Just about everyone I know has been and while my go-to Korean BBQ place has been Oh! My SamGyupSal, the experience at Honey Pig is a little different. They don't take reservations, so ok, get there at a decent time or be ready to wait. My family and I did the $26.99 AYCE buffet. Compared to other places where it's primarily brisket and pork belly, Honey Pig's also include intestine, squid and pork skin. The pork belly only comes in a few flavors: regular, wine and there might have been a spicy. The good: - Round grills and booth setup are awesome. - Decent quality of meats - They have both rice noodle sheets and radish sheets to eat with your pork - They bring whatever you ask them to...although it seems that there are plenty of things you shouldn't have to ask for. - Fried rice at the end was good, although I think it was an additional $3. The bad: - Ventilation was poor at the table. The smoke started going towards me instead of getting sucked up by the vent. - Uneven heating on the grill. One side was hotter than the other and the waiters kept cooking on the not-hot side. - Having to ask for sliced garlic and a bowl of romaine lettuce for wraps. I'm really surprised we had to ask for this. - Service was hit or miss. Takes a while to get your next round of meat and our server kept going back and forth aimlessly Overall, I think I'm a bigger fan of Oh! My SamGyupSal or even Iron Age. Iron Age feels like they have more banchan, but I've heard way too much about people slipping in the restaurant that I'm hesitant to go back. Oh! My SamGyupSal has better service and the heat/vent situation there is better even if the grill isn't as large as Honey Pig's. I wouldn't turn down coming back to Honey Pig again as its a fun experience. Expect to be there for a long time with slow service. Also expect that you're gonna smell like BBQ once you walk out.

    (4)

  • Bo Y.

    Super shady azn joint with zero accountability or care for customers. None. Give them money or u r trash. I plan on visiting 2 weeks in advance since I'm flying in from out of town. I call 2 weeks in advance and once again the week of. I call at 10pm the day of my visit to confirm they close at 2am on a Friday since it's posted on Yelp and their website and they literally ensure me yes. I call at midnight while i am in the Uber because I know how fickle Korean restaurants are...management tells me no we're "closing in 20min because we don't have too many customers right now..." Useless to argue...Koreans either act like they suddenly don't speak any English or they just hang up... Failure as an establishment. I hope u guys suddenly decide to understand English again and read this review and learn u r scum of the universe for breaking expectations. Why open a business in the service industry when u don't know how to serve? Go hungry tmr...u deserve it.

    (1)

  • Madeline T.

    Their food is overpriced. Their service sucks. Go to 678 down the street for way better food and better service!!!

    (2)

  • Quinn N.

    Not even sorry to say this is way better than Iron Age and it is because it's more accommodating to all guests..and you feel more welcome here and the staff is better here, most of the time. If service and atmosphere is not important to you then it doesn't matter but I pay for food and service since it is a restaurant and I'd like to get both and they do deliver that here. I've been here a few times.

    (4)

  • Lisa D.

    After reading through the prior reviews and mixed reviews on the service, we were hesitant to try this place out.... But we were pleasantly surprised with the experience. We went on a Sunday night around 7 and there wasn't even a wait. Service was quick and all of the wait staff was friendly and took time to explain the menu and process. We got their signature pork and beef with the bean sprouts. And finished with the rice. Both meats were good, but we're used to the meat at a KBBQ place being marinated and these two options were not. I was super surprised by how great the rice was... It might have been my favorite part of the meal. I know many people have really emphasized poor service, but every single employee stopped to ask us how things were and if they could bring out any sides for us. It was a really great meal and I highly recommend anyone trying this place out.

    (5)

  • Christina K.

    The wait on weekends at dinner can be exhausting. 45 minutes, man. I was so grouchy, standing outside, smelling the pork and kimchee fried rice. Needless to say, after the exhausting wait, it was totally worth it. This is my go to KBBQ. As a samyupsal addict and half Korean, I have pretty high demands for service and quality of food, and these guys nailed everything. Even with the place at capacity, my meal was fast, delicious, fresh, and had good service. Went back a third time for lunch, no wait \o/ and still 100% quality service. I love you honey pig.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    Stuffed, that's how I felt after eating here. I went with 3 other friends and we each ordered the all you can eat buffet. This place is fairly pricey at $30-40 a person but the overall selection along with the quantity of food makes it worth it. We ordered everything on the all you can eat menu, I highly recommend ordering the samgyeopsal that's been marinated (there are a few different options) over the non marinated ones. Overall, Honey Pig was a delicious porktastic experience (there are very limited beef options for the all you can eat).

    (4)

  • Dona N.

    I've been to a handful Korean BBQ and Honey Pig was definitely on my list to try since I hear my friends rave about it. We ordered 4 different dishes: 2 Honey pig (they were flavored but I can't recall), Kalbi, and Seasoned Boneless Beef Ribs. And they were all good, with kalbi being my favorite. I was disappointed they didn't have any salad or lettuce to wrap the meat with. I have to say, the service was ON-POINT. Maybe its because it wasn't busy. I wouldn't take someone new to korean BBQ here, but I'm glad I tried Honey Pig.

    (3)

  • Daniel S.

    Bland as can be. Atmosphere and service was great but the food and sauces do not compare to other Korean bbq places in the same area. Honey pig is way overpriced and over hyped.

    (2)

  • ChauPha N.

    I am giving honey pig one star for the quality of their meats (beef brisket and pork belly) and that is it. My experience here was so horrible, I promised to not ever come back to honey pig...even if its free. YES, it's that BAD. It all started with us getting seated, me, the mister, and my two nephew (one is 3 and one is 5). They sat us down and didn't come around to take our order until we beeped (10 minutes later). Me and the mister got the unlimited option, which is 27.99 per a person. They also charged each of my nephew 5.99, since its 5.99 for children who is are 3 years to 6 years. I find that ridiculous since they didn't even eat that much. Also honey pig were going to charged my nephew extra for white steam rice, even though that is complementary at every other Korean BBQ place. I think that is the main problem of the night, the service that we received were so bad, it made us not wanting to continue dinning there. We usually dine for at least an hour at Korean BBQ place but that night, we stayed for 45 minutes and majority of the time is because we are waiting for them to bring us foods or to give us sauces and ect. Lastly, I wanted fried rice before we leave because I remembered reading about the fried rice on yelp..and so I flagged down a server because they were all busy cleaning the grill instead of taking care of their customer. One of the server told me that its going to take about an hour for the rice to finish cooking and that they aren't going to make any more fried rice for the night...and at that time...it was only 9:30ish, when honey pig doesn't even close till 12. But all i could do is say okay and then wait for our check. As I was waiting for the check though, I overheard another server asking the table next to us if they wanted fried rice. And that folks, were the last straw. I asked the server that originally told me that they weren't gonna have fried rice for the rest of the night and he lied to my face again. He said the rice is probably cooked now and if i wanted it, he can give it to me. NO THANK YOU. I got my check, and i paid and I will never come back. Thanks, but I will take my business to better korean BBQ place that actually won't lied to their customer twice to their face.

    (1)

  • Hue T.

    Honey Pig has been on my radar for years, but I never had the chance to visit here. I finally made it last night with a group of friends. First Impression: It's a lot bigger and cozier than Iron Age. I love the location, and how spacious it is. There's just so much room to walk around. I love how they play not only Korean music, but also American music. Yay! Unlike Iron Age, there is no Big Screen Music Video projection. This place is always so busy. The wait time is anywhere from 15 minutes to 30 minutes. After waiting for 20 minutes we finally got a table in the front. In the middle of the table there is a dome shaped grill. The first thing on the grill is the bean sprouts and kimchi. I'm not too crazy about their sides. I have to admit the Radish is nasty to me. I didn't mind the Radish being spicy, but I hated how it tasted like garlic/ginger (one point off). Also, it makes me sad that the salad is very unpleasant too. I hate onions, and it had way too much onions in there, with no lettuce. I wish they had the sweet & sour Lettuce Salad from Iron Age. I came with a group of 4 people and only 1 person enjoy the onion salad. For any Korean BBQ place the salad is a very important dish, and Honey Pig fail to carry this out. The unlimited Korean BBQ here is a lot more expensive than any other places I've been to. It's around $27-28 a person, without special drinks or anything. Let's talk about the meat...so far Honey Pig have the best Beef Brisket, and meat. Overall, their meat are a lot fresher, and tastier. I felt like the Beef Brisket melt right in my mouth. I haven't experience that before. Thumbs up! We've tried all the meat options from Beef Brisket, spicy, large Intestine, chicken, and etc. Everything is pretty good except the Large Intestine. It was hard to chew with no flavor. I have to praise the service here. I would give the service a 5/5. The servers are really friendly, and they always come to refill the drinks, and stir the meat. I felt like the service here is a lot better than Iron Age. Somewhere between our meal, the server asked our group to take a picture. He also mention that they would like to post the pictures on their facebook page. It was very nice of them to do that. I checked this morning, and I did see our group picture. How nice :) Overall, the service is wonderful. I would definitely come back here for the meat, but not the sides. Honey Pig need to improve on their Salad, and Radish.

    (4)

  • Nida L.

    This is absolutely the best Korean Barbecue! I've had KBBQ in a variety of places in the states and out, but this place gets it right! The simplicity of the meats combined with the bean paste is just an amazing taste to me. My favorite part is the cold kimchi soup! My husband and I went in on a slow day and the service was great, but I guess not everyone gets as lucky. Everyone was very nice and made sure to always keep us eating! Would love to go back when we can!

    (5)

  • wei w.

    Nice atmosphere, nice service, food is Decent not great. A bit over rated , overpriced!

    (3)

  • T N.

    Honey pig, thank you for taking such good care of us tonight :) Our family of six came in Thursday night for Korean bbq and my Korean boyfriend really wanted to make a good impression on the parents (never had Korean bbq. We got samgyupsal, prime rib, brisket, and shrimp. Everything was delicious and the service was impeccable. Our main waiter was very attentive and they communicate politely towards us and each other. Even the bf who used to work at a krn bbq place was highly impressed. Coming from Bay Area where this would cost twice as much we were super happy with the quality, presentation, and overall ambience of the food. I really appreciate how the whole team went out of their way to make my family comfortable. The owner even gave my siblings candy at the end- super sweet of him. Until next time, honey pig

    (5)

  • Macey M.

    I like me some good Korean BBQ! Honey Pig is the place to be if you have a fun group, like BBQ, and enjoy chowing down! Unfortunately, I wasn't a big fan of the wait staff. They were nice enough, but I wish they explained things more for the first timers. Also, they interchange and there's a bell if you need service...which is cool, but it didnt feel personal. Felt like just a number. And if you have a child, make sure you tell them you want a table, not a booth. The host put us at a booth with a high chair, our son couldn't even sit in it. It was too far down. All that being said, most def will be taking out of town friends here. It's a great place for open minded groups :)

    (3)

  • Kalvin K.

    The menu is simple if you're in the mood for Korean BBQ. There are the standard meats and also all you can eat Korean BBQ (with a certain selection of meats). The grill is at the table and there's plenty of ventilation so you don't smell like your meal. The service is amazing -- when bean sprouts or radish are finished, the servers are quick to bring out more. Additionally, they always ask if another meat order has to be put in (AYCE). Definitely will stop by again if I have the chance!

    (5)

  • Young-In L.

    Been coming here at least once a year since high school. It was always the pricier end for kbbq, especially compared to Iron Age, but the quality of meat and service is so much better. I even went to the Honey Pig in ktown, LA cause I missed this place. Let me just say that the ATL location's food and service is 100x better and that I'll never be going back to the Honey Pig in LA.

    (4)

  • William W.

    Tonight sucked so bad here, they served us 1 serving of brisket and then they said their slicing machine broke. We told the waiter that were not paying full price for something we can't get here. Then he got the "apparent" manager in charge and he came up and told us that it's not their fault their machine stopped working. Instead of offering us a small discount, they told us that they won't charge us for the unlimited price plan but they will charge us for a la carte instead which for 4 meats it came to $130, way more than unlimited plan. The food is good but their hospitality and customer service is horrible. My group of friends are certainly not coming back, not because we didn't get a discount but because we had to argue for over 10 minutes just to get $5 off per person for our group of 6. There is no next time.

    (1)

  • Aaron W.

    There is something "off" about Honey Pig; the Nuevo - Korean BBQ restaurant in a decidedly Korean - centric part of Duluth. It's an unsettling place and I'm trying to put my finger on it. Maybe it's the ratio of protein to dineros - to me it's quite pricey for the proportions of meat/seafood that are given (and granted, our table did not order the UNLIMITED @ $26.95/pp). Or, it could be the wait staff. Now this is a personal bias, but it is 100% Korean hipster - dudes. Some of the most beautiful women in the world are Korean - hire some! So me and 27 other folks visited Honey Pig Tuesday night as part of a local MeetUp group called Buford Highway Foodies. We took up the more private side of the cavernous restaurant decorated with just enough pig paraphernalia to let you know it's a southern (albeit Korean) BBQ joint. Groups of 4 foodies shared a Ssot Dduk Kung, or iron cast lid that is super-heated by a fire underneath and used as a grilling apparatus. Honey Pig prides itself on its kimchi and it along with mung beans are amply spread around the grill when it's fired up. A cold palette cleansing soup is provided as well as dipping sauces (sesame oil with course salt, sriracha, bean paste) and wraps for the proteins to follow. We ordered pork belly, beef boneless short rib, and scallops. Again, while skimpy on the protein, it was fresh and tasty. The pork belly was fatty and delicious. The beef rib pieces could have been larger but were of quality meat. And the scallops, 8 in #, were big, succulent, and tasty. At the end of the meal, for a 3 dollar upcharge you get a small bowl kimchi rice spread over the grill and crisped together with all the stray tasty bits left over from the grilling. It's a good addition but an awkward upcharge. The total bill for 4 (with no alcohol) was $105. Recommendation: maybe visit once to be a part of the hipster scene but stick to Buford Highway where the meat is more plentiful and the prices less steep .

    (3)

  • Esther Y.

    Honey Pig is an ultimate eating experience. Bring a large group. Don't fuck around--get the unlimited option, which lets you choose from 6 or so kinds of meat for the grill. Here, they don't give a lot of banchan but the kimchi and bean sprouts they put on the grill more than make up for it. Everything is fresh and delicious, and the server boys---each looks more like a kpop idol than the next---keep the deliciousness coming. It's a trendy spot so expect either loud EDM or kpop to accompany your well-earned meat sweats. Stop reading this review and go.

    (4)

  • Sophia L.

    I have eaten here a couple times. The meat quality is pretty darn good. I love the kimchi here, it's delicious. It's a little pricey though. I'm not entirely sure whether or not the have the all you can eat. But one serving of meat is enough to serve two people. Plus they make you fried rice with what is leftover on your pan at the end. They also give soup.

    (4)

  • Toya F.

    Turn around and slap somebody mother because the food and the experience is just that good. Just left this place and i needed to be rolled out. We are so stuffed and satisfied. I've never had Koren food before and I truly embraced something different.

    (4)

  • Kristin P.

    What a rip-off. Sadly they don't take reservations so our party waited over an hour and a half on a Saturday night - which I understand...it just sucks. Then, we learn that if one person at the table orders unlimited (for $27) then everyone is forced to order unlimited which makes no sense to me considering I couldn't eat the pork or chicken. The kimchi was amazing...especially with butter. My fiance and I ordered the scallops and the beef tongue. The beef tongue was good quality, but the waiter came by so infrequently and got upset when we tried to turn the meat ourselves, it got way overcooked. The scallops we paid like $25 for and got 7 measly scallops...which got overcooked for the same reason the beef tongue did. Why anyone pays this much to go here...no clue.

    (1)

  • Scott N.

    Fail. We took one step in the door and were refused service. They said that there was a health inspection taking place and they couldn't serve additional customers, on a Friday night no less. However, the customers who walked in ahead of us and behind us were not told about the health inspection. If you don't want to serve us, have the guts to say why. Apparently they are not open to the general public.

    (1)

  • Shawn F.

    Went here with an old friend (american) and my Korean girlfriend. We all got the Unlimited meats, and glad we did. All were tasty and filling. No one left hungry! The service was great, the kimchi, rice ending and marinades were all awesome. However, the dance club music was a bit too loud, so I had to ding a star for that. We were trying to talk to each other and most of the time had to yell a bit, wasn't comfortable. Please turn down the music just a little bit! Otherwise, great food, much much better than Iron age!

    (4)

  • K P.

    Fantastic food and fantastic staff- We had six guests all who had never been there- the waiters (all Korean young guys) helped us pick the right choices, recommended we share about 4 meat/fish selections , and order more as/if we wanted. With my 2 sons in the group we ended up ordering 2 or 3 more- honey pig of course and shrimp were great- but the favorite was the pork bulgogi- we got an extra order of that after tasting it. Must be pretty authentic cause I would guess 80% of the guests are Korean/Korean heritage. Also- it is so nice not to have bread on everything- very healthy especially if your diet trends more toward the paleo (which we do). Fish/meat/veggies with real butter and no breads. One caveat- it is loud- playing top current pop hits- (which i actually like)- a real up beat place that feels full of energy- but not for a quiet dinner. We went early (5:30) on Saturday after reading about the lines and they do form early- no reservations so plan on waiting if you get there at 6:30 or after for sure.

    (5)

  • Jenny C.

    I came on a Saturday night around 7:20pm - this was my mistake. I ended up putting my name on the list and waited a total of 1 1/2 hours before I was seated. (I was a party of 2). The food was delicious - I think the secret here is the butter they melt all over the cooking dome....how can you go wrong? I ordered 2 servings of the honey pig pork, 1/2 order of mushrooms and 1 serving of the rice they fry for you at the end. It was the perfect amount for both of us. Total bill was ~ 80 before tip. A bit pricey but still good. Just not worth the wait. I'd go back but next time it'll be a weekday or something.

    (4)

  • Ashley M.

    Honey Pig is one of my favorite spots for Korean barbeque. The atmosphere is dark, busy, sometimes loud, and with servers rushing everywhere, a bit hurried--but I love it! The servers here are attentive and friendly. Their meats are higher quality than some of the other Korean barbeque places and their offer different seasonings on their meats along with some good dipping sauces. My favorite part of Honey Pig is their awesome dipping sauces, one in particular--the Sambal + ketchup is my all-time-favorite. On a recent trip here with a few friends, I noticed they raised their prices on the Unlimited option to $26.95. I've heard many people complain their Unlimited option was too expensive before the price hike, but now that we're facing close to $30, I am not sure this is the way to go anymore. If you're not going with a bunch of big eaters, I would recommend ordering from their expansive a-la-carte menu, where many meats are under $20. Nevertheless, still one of my favorite go-to places for Korean barbeque!

    (4)

  • Anadora A.

    I love honeypig! I always get really excited when I know I'm gonna go to honeypig! For starts the location is beautiful and spacious! When you walk in you notice how modern the restaurant is. I've never had to wait long to be seated. The servers all work together and I love how attentive they are. There is a boy that always wears a hat, he usually serves me but he is definitely the best! Always making sure I'm okay. I usually get the unlimited. Honey pig has delicious meat and it taste fresh. This is part of the reason I prefer honey pig over Iron Age and many other Korean BBQ. The food is always good! I would most certainly recommend honey pig to everyone. The price for unlimited is 27$ and it's definitely worth in the quality of the meat and obvious you get as much as you can handle. There are a lot of cute pigs for decoration. The restrooms are very clean and the service always keeps me coming back :) I love honey pig!

    (5)

  • Charles G.

    Let me start by saying that the sam gyup sal here is amazing. The kimchi is even better. Overall, though, the wait took a star off, as did the incredible number of kids eating here in groups (thus my assertions on the check in that it is good for neither children nor groups). Regardless, whatever wait they quote you at the door is worth it because the food is clearly a specialized menu instead of trying to cater to lots of different tastes. The kimchi and spicy bean sprouts go on the grill. The meat goes on the grill. They will even make kimchi fried rice on the grill at the end of the meal if you so desire. Just the grill done extremely well. My wife is too pregnant for me to torment her by ordering drinks, so next time I'm looking forward to trying Hite along with the same pork and beef dish we ordered last time, and I'm saving room for kimchi fried rice next time too. We got too excited about the most delicious kimchi we've had in a restaurant and literally ate one and a half heads of nappa cabbage. Totally worth it.

    (4)

  • Frederick N.

    My brother went last evening and really liked it. Best part was when my brother did not recognize the duck meat, he asked the young waiter is that duck? , waiter replied "it is duck, not dog, duck." Korean Humor

    (4)

  • Vicki N.

    I still love honey pig as much as my first review! I just felt the need to update since they've been getting a lot of bad reviews lately. First off, honey pig can get extremely busy, especially on weekends with wait times as long as 1-2 hours. The process of eating at honey pig takes awhile. If you go to many popular restaurants on a weekend, this is a typical wait time. Second, the seating goes like this: the left side of the restaurant is reserved specifically for very large parties such as 7 or more. The middle of the restaurant is reserved for 1-4 (and sometimes if it's really busy then they'll squeeze in one more chair for a fifth). The right side, the booths, are for parties of five or more. The booths are always in high demand, so if a customer persistently asks for a booth, then they try to accommodate them as best they can. This all comes from questioning the workers. The food is probably the best quality Korean bbq I've had that's always consistent. They don't have as much banchan (little appetizers to pair with the meats) as other restaurants, but the star is the meat. They always provide three sauces, soybean paste, chili sauce and salt/pepper with sesame oil. It also comes with pickled jalapeños and onions, cold radish kimchi soup, green onions with sesame oil, radish wraps and rice paper wraps. People come here especially for the rice paper wraps because very very few places offer this, so they run out all the time because customers go through rice paper so fast. As far as meats go, I'd recommend the shrimp, skirt meat, beef tongue, honey pig samgyupsal, spicy samgyupsal, large intestines, and the prime beef. Unlimited is a great option for large parties that plan to eat a ton, but usually I go with my boyfriend, so we just opt for two meats. Upon request, you can always get lettuce wraps and rice. Just ask! Also, the fried rice and soybean soup at the end is optional and also upon request. Some people want it, some people don't, so make sure you definitely ask. If you don't ask, then they'll assume that's a no. Servers are always nice here as long as you show the same courtesy to them. I've seen many customers treat them with such disrespect. If it's busy, cut them some slack because they can only do so much at a time. I'll admit, if it's your first time, then the menu and experience can be confusing and intimidating. Just hope you get a server who primarily speaks English haha.

    (5)

  • Melissa W.

    Do not advertise on your website that you are open until 2am on a Saturday night and close at 12:30. Bad business. Wish I didn't drive out of my way for this.

    (1)

  • Angela W.

    Best Korean place in Atlanta. The hours are very flexible (they close at 12am Sun-Thur and 2am Fri-Sat), and the food is awesome. The kurobuta pork and boneless prime short rib (two signature table top dinner meats) are delicious. Of course you can cook them to your liking, but don't forget to dip in the salt/pepper/sesame oil! You can't go wrong with the kimchi and bean sprouts either. The half order of mushrooms is plenty for two people and tastes especially good with the sesame mix or with the salt/pepper/butter mix. Wrap your meat, kimchi, and veggies in a daikon or lettuce wrap, and you're good to go! Definitely filled our bellies up on our drive back to Savannah.

    (5)

  • David H.

    Honey Pig stands the test in the unlimited Korean BBQ section, and has even more bells and whistles than some of its competitors. May not be as kid friendly as the other restaurants when it comes to their music selection, but that can definitely be overlooked. There is not much that stands out when it comes to the decor, unless its the almost goofy number of pig and pig-like figurines at the entrance. It is set up like any Korean BBQ joint, and is actually kept quite tidy for the most part, which is a huge plus when it comes to the high volume food being served. They offer not only the wide variety of pork cuts, but also chicken and even squid. The squid is definitely a try, the chicken has more to like though if you're a bulgogi (Korean marinated beef) fan, you won't be disappointed. Of course, their unlimited courses are the center of the show and they do carry a higher price tag than their competitors, but that doesn't mean its to be avoided. Their service is impeccable and the waiters always show a great amount of respect as well as attention to their cliental. We always stay more than an hour just feasting off their side dishes and pork belly. There is never a dull moment in this lively place, and it can show in their somewhat longer wait times during rush hours so I would recommend going during their slower traffic times. Feast on, foodies! I'll be back for some more of their great eats.

    (4)

  • Karen N.

    All it takes is one bad serving experience to never want to come back. Food is great and all but to spend over two hours at Honey Pig today when all I got was one of their $9 lunch combos is just not worth it. Sorry Honey Pig up your service or your customer turnout will go down.

    (2)

  • Craig G.

    Nice enough, but I've had better. The biggest disappointment was the difficulty in getting service from the various wait staff. I say "various" because we asked several different staff and still could not get service (refills, ordering, and paying). I'm a novice in the Korean cuisine, but from my limited experience I've decided that I prefer the charcoal cooking rather than the cast iron cooking method as it results in a better flavor. I would come back if someone in our dining party insisted on this location, but otherwise it's not worth the extra drive to visit again.

    (2)

  • Samuel K.

    Pleasant, modern interior. Super clean with good ambiance. We decided on their only AYCE option for $26.99(damn pricey). We started with beef brisket. Blah. Super dry and flavorless. Skip it. The spicy pork belly was better, but not outstanding. Their chicken bulgogi was actually tender and suprisingly flavorful. You also cook bean sprouts and kimchee on the pan but wanted more side dishes. The best part of the meal was the fried rice at the end. Service was excellent. Overall, the meat was disappointing and don't feel it was the worth the premium price.

    (3)

  • Fontaine C.

    Honey pig offers Korean bbq of decent quality. I enjoyed the side dishes that go very well with the BBQ meat. At my visit last Friday, apart from the usual bean sprouts and kim chi, 3 sides were available:1) Wrappers to wrap the cooked meat 2) scallions for the wrap and 3) the fermented turnip. This is the only bbq I know off that offers kim chi fried rice at the very end of the meal. There are three draw backs to Honey Pig: 1) It's overpriced to the quantity of the food available 2) Wait time could be quite long. If you arrive after 7pm, you may need to wait over an hour. 3) Poor service, esp. during peak hours. We turn the meat ourselves majority of the time. When we ordered additional items, it took half an hour to get here; though those items are served raw on top of the stove! For readers who want to try Korean bbq once in a while though, Honey Pig is not a bad choice!

    (3)

  • Simon L.

    It's still Korean BBQ, so it can't possible be bad, but there was really nothing special about this place. The best thing we got was basically just a plain steak that was grilled in front of you. All of the marinated meats were very ordinary. The service was very good, though.

    (2)

  • Chaka A.

    I recently went there for a 1st time experience and the only complaint is... They need to lower the temperature on the AC! It was Hot as Hell inside and couldn't enjoy our food. Everyone was wet and dripping of sweat! We needed lots of cold water to cool off and it didn't work. I recommend everyone to wear extra light clothing.

    (2)

  • Samantha H.

    I have never made it to Honey Pig for AYCE, mostly because I just can't justify stuffing my face for $27. First off, I don't really NEED to cram that much meat into myself. Secondly, I really like the meats that aren't offered with their AYCE option. The only two banchans they give you are the grilled kimchi and bean sprouts. It also comes with a cold radish soup at the start of the meal, and a warm tofu soup at the end. I'm not a fan of either of these soups so I generally pass. To wrap the meat in, they offer pickled radish, the lettuce wrap, and my favorite, the rice paper wrap. I think the radish and the lettuce definitely makes eating pounds and pounds of grilled meat feel less heavy, but I also lean towards the chewy texture of the rice paper. It is basically a thin rice cake. Our go-to meats are the beef brisket and the prime short rib. The brisket is basically shabu-shabu meat, or thinly sliced beef. It's tasty, but can be easily overcooked and get dry. The prime short rib is really tasty, and there is really nice marbleized fat throughout the meat. This is nice for someone like me who doesn't really like meats that are too fatty. The beef tongue is also good. It's similar to the brisket but has a meatier bite to it. I will say, however, that the place can get quite loud. The music is loud, the meats are sizzling, and in general just a lot of shouting so if you're looking for a quiet evening, this place probably isn't it. Another down side is that they don't take reservations so you'll either have to get there early or just endure the hour long wait on weekends. The waiters are pretty attentive but you can always ring the bell on your table if you are getting impatient. Finish the meal with some kimchi fried rice, and don't forget to save some meat so they'll throw that in there for you too!

    (4)

  • Manny H.

    6 friends and I went to Honey Pig last Sunday around 1:30PM...the meal took 2.5 hours. We were literally one of 2 tables that were seated in the entire restaurant, and it took the servers more than an hour JUST to bring out our Combination A (all pork). It then took forever to cook as for some reason didn't feel the need to use up all of the cook surface real estate to cook the meat, even when we asked them to add on more meat. There was absolutely no sense of urgency, I'm guessing they were all in the back having their lunch break? Who knows. The cooked pork in the different marinades in Combo A wasn't anything spectacular and definitely not worth the wait. We I've had much more enjoyable experiences at 678.

    (1)

  • Linda N.

    Second time coming here and probably won't get a third time. A friend wanted to try this place we I said, "sure... Why not .." The customer service was okay. Given that one of the boy used to work at Iron Age ( my favorite KOREAN BBQ place) and said he enjoyed working here now. The atmosphere is pretty chill and is similar to any other Korean BBQ. I ordered the unlimited meal because I thought I will get more selection of the meats. But I didn't even end up trying all of them. The brisket was marinated pretty good versus at Iron Age. However; the sauce wasn't as good and the salad was mostly sliced celery and onions. Eh, wasn't my favorite. They also ran out of "rice paper" considering it was only the weekday. Sigh* The suck part about their grill is that once you start eating a lot... The grease starts to melts and over-flow. It's like a sign that says "time is up, you're done". Your meats will eventually get burned.. Fast forward to our fried rice... after the server got mixing the rice he place the aluminum foil onto the grill. My friend was the first to try the fried rice... after her first bite she noticed there was a FLY hidden inside of there. Now that just ruin our whole appetite and wanted to vomit. Being that we were so nice we didn't want to complain or ask for a refund but we did let most of the workers know about this issue. They did apologize numerous time but that doesn't change the fact that there was a fly.. A LIVE one at that. I did get a chance to record it before it died. Only if YELP allows videos to be posted ( hint hint.. NEW ADDITION) our ticket was about $50 and we even tip $10 for the service. Sigh* never again. Well guys, that's basically sums up my last experience here. You can find me back at Iron Age :)

    (1)

  • Na L.

    This place has different variety compared to Iron Age. Instead on different of side dishes there are bean sprouts and tons of kimchi. I like the difference between these two restaurant. The beef brisket is better here, in my opinion. Service was amazing! Very attentive.

    (4)

  • Daniel B.

    Among all the Korean BBQ restaurants in metro Atlanta, Honey Pig is probably the nicest of the lot. It's an ideal choice if you want to introduce someone to Korean BBQ or want to eat Korean BBQ in a "finer" dining environment, relatively speaking. The food, service, atmosphere, and presentation are all great. Like other Korean BBQ restaurants, Honey Pig serves an unlimited, all-you-can-eat option. However, it isn't as good of a deal. The most basic AYCE meal at Honey Pig runs about $25 per person, whereas the other places only charge about $15. These places include Iron Age, Oh! My SamGyupSal, Cho Won Buffet, Star Daepo, Gobawoo, Song Do BBQ, Myung Ga Won, and Sun and Moon Cafe. The atmosphere at these restaurants are generally more laid back and casual. Some are old school and traditional (e.g. Song Do) and some could even be described as divey (e.g. Gobawoo). The specialty at Honey Pig is BBQ pork and BBQ beef. They also have seafood and hot pot, but most people go for the pork and beef. They offer several different varieties (flavors) and cuts of meat. Expect to spend at least $20 per person at dinnertime. The best deal is the $23.95 AYCE unlimited beef brisket, sam-gyup-sal (pork belly) in an assortment of different marinades (spicy, wine, berkshire), and pork skin. If you've never had AYCE Korean BBQ, here's how it works at Honey Pig. There's a circular, cast-iron, gas-fired grill in the middle of the table. It's got an incline to it so the fat from the meat drains downward. The servers bring trays of raw meat to your table and, using tongs, will place the raw slices of meat onto your heated grill. It begins cooking immediately in front of you. Expect some small splashes and droplets of grease here and there. I wouldn't recommend putting any personal belongings on the table (e.g. phone, keys, wallet, etc.) as they'll be covered in a thin film of grease by the time your meal is over. You can cook the meat yourself, but servers will come by and cook/flip the meat for you, so you really don't have to do anything. This aspect is nice because some restaurants' servers leave you to cook everything on your own. It varies by restaurant. The assisted cooking is one reason why Honey Pig is good for first-timers or people who don't like to cook their own Korean BBQ. Cooking it yourself is part of the experience though. The first thing placed on the grill is kimchi and pickled bean sprouts. These are for you to snack on. An assortment of small dishes (banchan) is brought out to accompany the meal. The banchan isn't too impressive. The dishes include a small bowl of soup with radishes, pickled daikon radish, rice flour rolls, scallion salad, jalapenos and onions, and three dipping sauces: (1) spicy chili paste, (2) doenjang - thick brown salty paste, and (3) sesame oil with salt and pepper (my favorite). I wish they'd include lettuce by default like the other places. They have it, but you have to request it. Several of the aforementioned items are meant to be eaten with the meat. I do think Honey Pig has the best quality brisket and pork belly of the AYCE Korean joints, but I'm not sure if the quality difference is significant enough to warrant its signifcantly higher pricing. Regardless, a very tasty and filling meal can be had here. Don't forget to ask for fried rice at the end... if you still have room. Service is very good. My only gripe is it can take a long time for the next tray of meat to be prepared and brought to your table. I'm not sure why it takes so long. The other places are definitely faster. In summary, Honey Pig is good and I recommend it to first-timers for its high quality meat, service, and atmosphere. However, regular Korean BBQ eaters should (and probably already do) get their fix elsewhere. Honey Pig is located in the McDaniel Square shopping center on Old Norcross Rd. in the same shopping center as MJ Korean Tacos and Wings.

    (3)

  • Chan V.

    To be honest, the only reason I come here is because of the kim chi fried rice they make for you on the inverted grill. It's fun to watch and tastes amazing. The flavor comes from the rice, nori, kim chi and a wealth of flavors left over from the grill. It's a young a hip kind of place. The music is loud like you are in a club. The servers are mostly young men. There is an unlimited meat option for $28 a person if that's your thing.

    (3)

  • Luke T.

    As far as Korean BBQs go, I like Honey Pig the most. Simply cos the food and service is much better. The place is always busy, but tables are turned around very quickly , so your wait should not be long. But try to come early on the weekends, as it does get busy. Do not over order. The portion may look small, but somehow, you'll be stuffed. The kurabuta pork belly is good, so is the mushrooms and also the brisket. If you order these 3, it will be enough for 4 adults. At the end of your meal, you'll b e served their famous kimchi fried rice, and you can ask them to hold the butter too. You'll be dining over a sizzling hot upsidedown wok.. so , plan to go home straight away to change out your clothes. If you hit the club right away.. they'll be friskin you for kim chi and fried rice..

    (4)

  • Mzhunnie B.

    The food was overall pricey. Not the best. But not the worst. First time there and will never go back!!!!! Todays service was absolutely HORRIBLE!!!! A guy came sat us down took brought us water and took our order. We got the combination 2 for the grill. Well kimchee and bean sprouts came out along with other aide stuff. And We ordered 5 small bowls of rice. Took at least 20 minutes for them to bring our combination meat platter. This time was another guy he buttered up the grill and threw some small cuts of beef in the grill and mushrooms. Sat the platter of meats on the edge of the lower seating area not even a counter or own our table. People was walking by the platter of meats exposed to the surrounding. While The meat was cooking and done we ate it. It was about 15 minutes now we've already ran out of water had no extra napkins. The meat on grill was all done. Grill is still on hot and ready. No one came to check on us or ask if we wanted more meat on grill no water is everything okay or anything! I didn't wanna be rude and get up and get the platter of meat and start putting the meat on ourselves bc I was observing the servers grilling the meats and putting it on the grill for all the other tables. But almost 25 minutes has passed now and no one still has came to check on us, so one of us finally got up and grabbed the platter of meats ourselves and grilled it ourselves. and then one of the server walks by not saying anything or checking on us, my mother says excuse me we need water and napkins! He says ohh ok water and napkins. Coming. Still no questions are you okay need anything else. Hows the meat? Nothing. He just sits the 2 plastic jugs of water down with some small ass square napkins and goes bout his damn business to other tables. I seriously felt that they were catering towards the Caucasians!! However we finished grilling all the meats from the platter and got up and went towards front to pay. There were people waiting and they were all still attending to other tables, but when they saw us get up and walk towards the front one of them sure did hurried to us and say ready to pay?!! Guess when it comes to money they definitely saw us!!!! I didn't bother to tip them bc they didn't deserve it!! No one did their job as servers waiters and checked on us nor did they grill and attended our tables like everyone else who was there!!! Im sorry but this is very unacceptable even if you guys were busy and only had 3 ppl on floor!! Hire more staff help!!!! So unprofessional... I been in restaurant business before and ran the restaurant and this is not how you do business!!! 2 star for the ribeye steak only!

    (2)

  • Mahtab R.

    This review is much overdue. Thus far, I think I've dined at Honey Pig over 50 times with my all time record being three nights in a row. One summer, my friend and I ate here at least once a week. I wish I checked in just for the title... FOOD: Simple, but high quality meats with proper care in the seasoning. The spicy ssam gyup sal and bulgogi aren't sticky with sugar, instead it's a balance of flavors that lets you enjoy the meat. The biggest complaint I see is the PRICE... yet most of the same reviews mention how good the food is. It's as if you can't charge more for food that requires more care and effort, as well as better ingredients... This place doesn't really have banchan like most Korean places, but I don't notice because the kimchi is so fucking good. All I really need is the rice cakes, kimchi, pickled jalapenos, and that crack salt. You know when someone raves about a place's salt, it's good. They used to offer the salt (and pepper) mix alone, but now it comes with sesame oil, and it's growing on me. I usually get the brisket to start, then spicy pork belly- that's it, I just alternate the two. The regular pork belly is not really great, but neither is any other place, but the spicy pork belly excels because they cook it in the oven in advance and let you char it up on the grill; this method keeps the meat tender, but gives the benefits of grilling. COST: Worth. Considering everything, it's a very good price. Of course they're probably making a killing on the food margins, but that's the whole concept of a restaurant. SERVICE: Initially the service was not that great (I'm talking way back in 2011), but they've gotten better and better each time. I don't now if that's attributed to the fact that they seem to know me now or just an overall improvement. Currently most of the guys there are really good with service and pretty attentive even in the craze of a Friday night, and some are especially enthusiastic and friendly which is refreshing for an Asian place. CRITIQUE: The bean sauce doesn't taste as good as it used to, it seems too sweet now. I wish they had that spicy sauce from Oh My Ssam Gyup Sal. OVERALL: Just like everything else, I desperately try to find something better, but after eating at more than 30 yakiniku/Korean bbq places across Atlanta, Cali, NY, and Japan, I've yet to find something that satisfies me to the extent Honey Pig does. The fact that I'm writing this review because I'm craving it so hard at 3AM on a Thursday should be a testament to that.

    (5)

  • Jai R.

    I was excited until the wait time of 20 minutes ended up being 40 minutes. Once finally seated we were given a quick "run down" on how things happened. Being that were were both first-timers nothing was clear to us. So we were happy to just enjoy the ride. Ordered the Kobe beef and the Honey Pig. The "fillers" of kimchi and bean sprout arrived first. Then the meat come. But as first timers, I though instruction should have been given, especially since they asked if we were "newbies". None the less we muddles through and it was pretty cool to experience. I loved seeing the surrounding tables interact with one another. But overall I thought the food was average.

    (3)

  • D Y.

    The only thing I've ever been to honey pig for is their unlimited bbq- and it's so worth it! I recommend getting as much spicy samgyupsal as you can. It's delicious and amazing. The bean sprouts and kimchi are regularly monitored and refilled here, which is a huge plus! Instead of lettuce they give you green onion salad. I personally love it! But you can ask for regular salad/lettuce if you need. The waiters here are actually really nice. However, I will say that the past two times I went, service wasn't that great. They didn't really pay attention to our table and when we needed something, we saw that the workers were all huddled around the front booth just talking. Also, they have changed their menu and added that you have to pay 3 bucks for fried rice. Which is not worth it. Overall though, a visit to honey pig for dinner will leave you satisfied and full :)

    (4)

  • Jessica O.

    I like this place a lot. I went for the first time last Saturday around 8pm. It was crowded, so we had to wait a bit. No problem, we grabbed a drink at Orange Coffee Bar, which is in the same complex. They told us the wait would be 45 minutes but it ended up being more like 25 or 30. We sat down and were greeted right away. We ordered the Spicy Sam-Gyup-Sal and Bulgogi. It was great and definitely enough for a group of 3. With tip included, it came to about $20 per person. It's a great place to stop by before or after Jeju. I will definitely be returning!

    (5)

  • Mindy R.

    Meh. This place was alright. I got sick from eating here...either be the pork or the way they clean the top stoves. But don't let me scare you off there...it is a pretty big stove for large amounts on people. Food was okay, pretty pricey for my taste when I can go to Star Daepo instead. Located next to MJ Korean tacos and Orange Coffee plaza.

    (2)

  • Brenda T.

    WORTH THE SHOWER AFTERWARDS to wash away the smell of meat. Top notch Korean BBQ place with delicious food and trendy decor. I did not eat bean sprouts until trying them seasoned, on the dome top grill at Honey Pig. A nice spicy crunch to start the meal as the meat sizzles in front of you. I enjoy the Honey Pig (pork belly), but the Kalbi and Beef Bulgogi are my top picks. The sweet marinade and tenderness of the meat, tucked inside of rice wraps and then dipped in salty sesame oil makes me HAPPY. Ask for lettuce leaves and you can create a variety of wraps, mixing grilled pieces of meat with rice wraps, green onions and crunchy radishes. The contrast in textures, temperature, salty and sweet makes for a memorable experience. Ask for rice at the end and the attentive servers will mix leftover pieces of meat and vegetables from your grill to create a fried rice dish that tastes even better the next day. Use an empty rice bowl to easily collect rice for your to-go container, and remember to take home the bone (if you order kalbi) - not for the dog, but for you! It makes a great stock for soup. I would give 5 stars if the meat portions were larger based on the price point.

    (4)

  • Jina M.

    Tried out this place for the first time with the family and had an overall pleasant experience. It was a late lunch on a weekday so no problem getting in and there were only a handful of other tables in the restaurant. I'll make my comparisons of this restaurant with my top fave korean bbq place which is 678. The only reason I've been avoiding 678 is because I'm pregnant and if you've eaten at 678 sometimes you come out feeling like you just smoked 2 packs of cigs. Meat: I like the samgyupsal here than any other korean bbq place because even at 678 the pork is extremely thickly sliced and fatty. But here, once the pork was cooked it was thin enough for it to be crispy tasty and not so fatty. The signature pork and spicy pork was good. As for the marinated galbi, my hubby and I agree 678 marinates it tastier. I guess it's just preference but 678 is sweet and here it's more garlic flavored. But the meat was still tender and juicy. Not a big deal. Service: The service was just okay. I know a lot of korean restaurants use the button call system and I guess I'm old school I still expect them to at least come around once in awhile to see if everything is okay. But we had to push the button several times for little things. At 678 they are constantly grilling/cutting the meat but here they would set it on the grill and kind of forget about it. It was difficult to cut the meat cause the scissors were very dull. I also found it very weird that we ordered two separate soups, 4 portions of meat and got charged for rice. I don't think anywhere else does that because at least for the lunch portion soups rice should come with it automatically. Other then that, the side dishes that came with our meal were fine, just the typical sides. They didn't have salad like the other korean bbq places. The prices are a little higher but not too bad. 4 adults came out to be a little over $100 for lunch. I guess this will be my go to korean bbq spot for the next few months.

    (4)

  • Steven B.

    Not sure.......maybe caught them on a bad day. We were seated relatively quickly but it took about 25 minutes for our drink orders and then half an hour more to order and have the meat brought.....a family at a table next to ours gave up and left for lack of service. When the food finally got to us it was good......however we had to corral a waiter at the end of a long long wait for our rice. I can't blame the wait staff as they were all running around at full speed. The whole experience food and service together was not worth 100 bucks for a party of four. Altogether we were in there over two hours and only had attention from a waiter for 4 minutes tops. I guess they are severely understaffed. As I said the food was good........but you're cooking it yourself and there is not a huge amount of meat.....we had pork and beef. These are thin cuts for grilling and none of us were full when we were done. .

    (2)

  • Phoutsady P.

    Prime rib was really good! Will recommend to family and friends! Open really late, service was great, price was reasonable will definitely be back

    (5)

  • Howard H.

    The quality becomes below average and not even as good as 15 dollars ones. What's more annoying is that we 6 people ate 4 plates, which is not even close, and the waiter said we ate too much and ask us to stop

    (1)

  • Sarah L.

    I took a friend for the first time there (who never had Korean food before- thinking it was a good idea to show how Korean cuisines are) and it was awesome food and service up until the point my sister joined for the last 15 mins we were there and they charged her for the unlimited meal. She literally had 5 pieces of meat (that was left over on the grill). I am not happy nor should they have charged her eating only 5 pieces of meat that was left over from the grill because I couldn't finish it and didn't want to waste it. I didn't want to argue with the waiter nor show my friend how bad customer service I got from a Korean restaurant. So if you're having friends join last minute and they have 1 piece of meat to eat, they'll charge you if you got the unlimited bbq. So enjoy and savor that 1 piece of meat for a whopping $27.

    (2)

  • Sandi C.

    I absolutely love it here. Its more expensive than other places for unlimited but definitely worth it. The meat is better and more variety, even seafood with unlimited. The servers are all exquisite! They all seem happy to be here. I love that it comes with the kimchi and bean sprouts. At iron age you have to ask for it. I'm not much a fan for the salad which consist of only sliced green onions. They finally have rice cake which I am so excited about. Definitely choose this place.

    (5)

  • C Z.

    This place is a total fraud. It tries to deceive you into thinking it is part of the Honey Pig chain which is in DC. The logo comes close, but is not exact. As with other knock offs, it does not come close to comparing with the real thing. I went with some friends, and 3 out of 4 of us had lived in DC and dined at the Honey Pigs there. All 3 of us were completely disappointed. The food there lacked the full flavor that the real Honey Pigs have perfected. But, unlike normal knock offs, the prices were higher! Surprising, right? Since Atlanta's cost of living is lower than DC. The double whammy was that the portions were smaller. What a rip off. Our waiter, who had worked at one of the DC area locations before, tried to convince us that this location was better because they make you fried rice at the end. Uh... ok. Because fried rice is why we came here? Even without comparing it to the DC area locations, the food here wasn't that great and service was sub-par. None of us will be back. Can the real Honey Pig please stand up?

    (2)

  • M. H.

    We've tried a few other pork belly/beef restaurants in town and this one is by far the best tasting...from their bean paste to bean sprout and to their kimchi, oh my! It's worth paying the few extra bucks and the ambiance is cool/comfy. The music they play is a bit on the loud side but whenever we've asked for it to be turned down a notch they are always accommodating. The service is excellent too!

    (5)

  • Jenny L.

    I only ate here twice for porkbelly. They didn't have the all you can eat option like most other places. And they are a bit more expensive. I would recommend this place for lunch though. There are 4.99 Korean lunch plates and a lot of other lunch options for under 9.00. Portions are smaller for lunch but who needs to get overstuffed at lunch time and have food coma, right? I guess i will give it porkbelly a try next time.

    (4)

  • Cynthia H.

    Saturday evenind...Another trip to Honey Pig. We were taking out a French teenager guest on her first trip to the US, to experience Korean Food, as she had never had it before. Had to wait almost 2 hours to be seated ( but I believe it was because I had left my two teenagers in charge of putting our name on the list, and those guys didn't think that they had a moma bear with them, because when I realized, what was going on, and went to talk to them we literally were sat in 3 min. Be aware.) We were seated at a booth, which to me was a treat, since never before ( and I have been there a few times), we were granted such sitting place), we had the best waiter EVER, Daniel ( I am sorry I don't know his Koren name). Super polite, friendly, and efficient. Way to go, Daniel!!! We had the Regular, and the spicy pork belly. Also we had the beef. All wonderful. Service was quick. They should give bigger portions of the rice, since they charge too much for it, though. Also, since that place is such a hit, why not lease/buy a bigger place? Attention owners, you are loosing money, since not many people will wait 2 hours yo be seated, specially that Iron Age is just around the corner. Service and food deserve a five stars, but I thought about giving one star because of the waiting ( specially that I had an out of the country guest).

    (4)

  • Diana T.

    Honey Pig is just one of those places for all you can eat Korean BBQ. There are a million more places in the Duluth Area. Its main competitors are Iron Age & Star Daebo. I have been here for lunch and dinner. For lunch, they actually have other options beside korean BBQ. Those options are super cheap like $5 and the portions are huge. These menu s are kind of hidden though. You need to ask your server. I came here with my boyfriend and his 2 sisters. Our meal was a total of $20 for 4 people. Crazy! Also, we still had left overs. For the all you can eat Korean BBQ, it did not wow me. It is the same like the other AYCE Korean BBQ places. It was decent though, but I still prefer Star Daebo for all you can eat korean BBQ. I am not a big fan of all you can eat korean BBQ. I prefer to order individual meats at other places like 678, Seo Ra Beol, and Myung Ga Won. It is a bit pricer, but well worth the quality of the meat.

    (3)

  • Catera W.

    The bbq beef tenderloin was amazing. I love the setup really nice restaurant. I will definitely return for the dine in experience being I got my food to go.

    (4)

  • Tamara M.

    We'd been looking for a good Korean BBQ place in Atlanta for quite some time, and Honey Pig came highly recommended. We weren't disappointed. The waitstaff is made up of pleasant, helpful young men who hustle to keep all the tables happy. We were seated right away and ordered a couple of Cass beers to share. We went for the Honey Pig (kurobuta pork belly), specialty of the house, to begin, and were happy with the quality and portion of the meat. We followed that up with the mixed mushrooms and an order of spicy squid. Our favorite may have been the squid. The kimchee, bean sprouts and other sides were all good. I especially liked the cold garlicky soup. We asked for lettuce leaves, and were also served pickled radish wraps and ricecake wrap options. The scallion salad was on the table as well. The kimchee fried rice at the end of the meal was over the top, and then there was also tofu soup. If we'd had another couple with us it still would have been enough food. We'll be back for sure.

    (4)

  • June J.

    A lot of college students frequent this place and Iron Age. The two are remarkably similar, but Iron Age is a tad bit cheaper. Honey Pig (and Iron Age) both have an option for unlimited Korean BBQ for about $25, with approximately 8 choice of meats. Many Koreans come here to take advantage of this, and gorge to their hearts' content. Apart from the quantity available via this unlimited option, the meat quality, its freshness (especially the samgyupsal) is sub-par. Their marinated meat is great, but so are the ones that you can get and cook for yourself from a nearby H-Mart. If you want to just fill up eat as much as you can (and possibly regret the insane amount you ate later), go to Honey Pig. If you want some good quality Korean BBQ, go elsewhere.

    (3)

  • Lilian M.

    I never disliked a korean barbecue place more than I hate this place. The place was so incredibly hot, to the point where I have to go outside for some air every now and then. It was sooo loud that I could barely even hear my friend that was sitting next to me. The waiter was also pretty slow and didn't seem like he knew what he was talking about. The meat was very greasy and I didn't think getting the unlimited (which is $30) was worth it. Since there was six people in my group, they already calculated our tip and it was $60+. I rather go to a high end restaurant then go to this place again.

    (1)

  • Greg C.

    I've been to Honey Pig before, and it's usually very good. This time, I wasn't as pleased with the food or service. On a positive note, we did arrive at 7:30 on a Saturday night, and only waited 10 minutes to be seated. After sitting, the server did the usual drink and food order, which was fine. However, after putting the food on the fire, we were on our own. We ordered the pork and beef dishes. The pork was cooked first, and rarely did the server come to check on us. He also forgot to bring rice, lettuce wraps, and soup that we asked for. We finally got it all, but the beef had not yet been put on the other side of the dome. Also, he put the shredded peppers and onions in a bowl on the other side totally out of reach. We thought it was a part of the beef dish, but it was actually something we could've eaten all along. Finally, someone else who is assisting him dumps the beef and leaves for a long while. We finally had to ask him to help us move the beef to our side so we can eat it. It would have been nice to eat both meats at once, and I think we could have if the server was paying more attention. Speaking of meat, it just didn't have much flavor to me. The manager - June, was the highlight of the night as he smiled and shook our hands and gave us free candy. I didn't want complain to him. Overall, still a great place, but the server was not "on it" that night.

    (3)

  • Brian K.

    Honey Pig is one of only a handful of places for which I am willing to traverse into the jungles of the OTP. In my experience, any restaurant that is guaranteed to induce the meat sweats is well worth the potential risks - vaccinations and antibiotics will fend off the rest. Food: Honey Pig is a Korean barbecue restaurant that serves signature meats like samgyupsal (grilled porky belly) and bulgogi (marinated beef ribs). All meats are cooked alongside a heaping serving of kimchi and bean sprouts. During my visit, our party of 12 opted for the all-you-can-eat option, which afforded an unlimited amount of five different meats. All the meats were good, but the spicy samgyupsal was the real standout - unfortunately, they don't serve it until the end since the marinade does a number on the grill. Once the meats were finished, the waiter prepared a fried rice course, which was equally as delicious. Service: Contrary to the experiences of other reviewers, our waiter was actually quite pleasant and accommodating. He engaged in small talk while cooking the meats and was eager to answer the multitude of questions that our group had. He was also incredibly quick to replenish items when asked. Atmosphere: Honey Pig is certainly a bit more trendy than your average Korean barbecue joint. The place is filled with a series of tables and booths, each of which has a Korean cast-iron lid in the center - you can cook the food yourself or let the waiter do it for you. As expected, I did leave reeking like a slab of smoked meat - however, the exhaust system over the tables is superior to that which I've experienced elsewhere. My only gripe with the atmosphere was the blaring Korean dance music, or "K-pop", as other reviewers have dubbed it- I would have preferred a shrieking harem of harpies to that disastrous noise pollution. Cost: Expensive if you purchase a la carte, but worth the price if you go with the all-you-can-eat option. Individual meats are $10-$25, while the all-you-can-eat is $25. Sodas are $2, wine is $7-$8/glass, and Korean drinks are $9-$15/kettle. Other: Honey Pig is located in the middle of a strip mall on Old Norcross Rd - directly next to Kauffman TIre. Ample parking is available in the strip mall's private lot. The restaurant would not take reservations for our group - I'm not sure if that was just for the weekend or whether it was their standard policy. Also, the waiters split the tips at the end of the night and a 17% gratuity is added to parties of 7 or more.

    (4)

  • Hannah S.

    I love Honey Pig and have always had a good experience here. They tend to hire flower boys as their servers. I wish they wouldn't because sometimes they can be a little sassy and aloof. Just serve my food and don't act uppity :P I recommend the house sam gyup sal. It is sliced more thinly than regular sam gyup sal so it's nice and crispy. I've always ordered a la carte and have felt satisfied with the quantity of banchan and soup/fried rice option. I also recommend coming here for lunch because they have very reasonably priced lunch specials (good portion sizes).

    (5)

  • Foodie K.

    Ok heres the botttom line vs Iron Age (i frequent both) Iron Age is good, 4* Honey Pig is great, 5* 4* is still good, unlimited great value, go there if you're crazy hungry/with family/on a budget But if you want the best, and it costs more, Honey Pig all day. I take out of town guests, wife here.

    (5)

  • Lee M.

    Incredible, relatively inexpensive lunch option. I haven't been to Honey Pig for the "main event" on-table barbeque. Only for lunch visits where we've ordered from the kitchen. My prior experience with Korean food was limited and my work-mates who went with me had never had Korean cuisine before. Honey Pig was an excellent introduction. I was quite impressed. There were three of us and we ordered one spicy pork lunch special, one bulgogi lunch and one chicken bulgogi to share. Each came with a bowl of "Korean miso" (doenjang jiggae), rice, and a variety of banchan (toppings and garnishes). All three dishes were exceptional. The beef was my favorite, one co-worker liked the chicken, and one preferred the pork. The beef was sweet and salty and had some crispy edges it reminded me of American-Chinese "Mongolian beef". The chicken was similar, but I thought it had less character. It didn't have the crispy edges, but it was juicy and the sweet and salty marinade, similar to teriyaki, paired well with chicken. The pork was the 'sauciest' of the three, coated in a spicy red chili paste, it also had a ton of character. I loved to soup, the others weren't impressed. I always order miso at Japanese restaurants and the Korean version (or at least Honey Pig's version) is much more flavorful, it's got a deeper, funkier, spicier character. I'd compare it to the difference between egg drop soup and hot and sour soup at a Chinese restaurant. The soup may have been my favorite part. Our meal came with an assortment of banchan in small bowls. Banchan are little garnishes that go with the rice. I don't know exactly what the were, but all were great. For the amount of food we got the price was very fair. I can't wait to go back for dinner. The service was not great. The waiters seemed disinterested in the lunch service. The K-pop music was playing a little loud for our work lunch conversation.

    (4)

  • Deuk L.

    Honey Pig is going downhill. They can't attract a lot of Korean clients anymore, so now they're doing their best to target non-Koreans. I haven't had a really positive dining experience here lately. I feel service is slower now, and meat doesn't taste as good. If you want pork belly, go to oh my samgyupsal or byul daepo (star). they're cheaper and service and serving size is much better.

    (3)

  • Wade C.

    I like the environment and all the seating arrangement when I first walk in. After ten minutes of sitting down, I felt the place is to crowded. The food is not as good as my friends said. It is good for friends gathering, not for dating or whoever is looking for a place where you can eat and talk.

    (3)

  • Amanda D.

    Great food! Hard to find good flavored kal-bi around town. Wish the portions were bigger for groups. The kimchi soup and kimchi were great!! Have been here twice and will definitely return! The fried rice at the end of the meal was a great surprise when I first visited here.

    (4)

  • Jamie B.

    We always stop and have Korean when we are near Duluth! We thought we would try a new spot and landed here. When we first walked in we were greeted and sat immediately. It was approaching the cut off for their lunch menu but they assured us it would be fine. The ambience is quite edgy! The Korean house music was loud ok very loud but we did not dare say anything. We were the oldest and non Asian peeps up in there so we decided, "when in Rome" and dealt with it. All the employees were quiet young and bee bopping (ok I sound really old now) around to the music. I must say it was a fun environment. We both ordered the bulgogi lunch and they did not disappoint. The meat was tender and full of flavor! The soup was scrumptious and kimchi was on point! We were happy campers! However, I couldn't help but notice that the other tables ordered korean bbq and they had these awesome centerpiece thingies that cooked their rice...not a grill...it was more dome shaped...oh next time I'm asking and diving in to that adventure!!! We will be back. I knocked one star cause of the loud racket those kids call music ;) when you see the over 30 peeps knock it down a tad! We will be back!!!

    (4)

  • Fereydoun S.

    Went here for the second time recently with some friends. I cannot add anything more than what others have commented already. Good food, unique and fun experience. Service was great.

    (5)

  • Shawn Y.

    The hype of this place is ridiculous and it did not come to par with the hype. I would rather slaughter my own pig and call it honey pig.

    (3)

  • Emilia L.

    Honestly, Korean BBQ is not my favorite cuisine. It's just OK to me. I guess it's mainly because I'm not a big meat person. But lots of people have recommended Honey Pig as the best KBBQ place, so we had to check it out. We went in around 6 on a Saturday evening and had no wait. The atmosphere in the restaurant is modern and industrial, which is a change from other KBBQ places I have visited. All the servers appear to be young men in college or so. Interesting. We were immediately given bowls of kimchi-tasting soup, rice wraps, pickled daikon, kimchi and marinated mung bean sprouts. The kimchi was very strong tasting to me, therefore I did not eat too much of it. I loved the sprouts though. So good. We ordered pork belly, squid, a seafood pancake and galbi. Everything had come out except the galbi. When we asked our server about it, he checked the kitchen for our ticket and informed us that it was not on the ticket. To his credit, he brought the galbi for us not too much longer after that. I tried everything but the pork belly. The squid was decent but I think Cho Won does it better. The pancake and galbi were pretty tasty, I must say. Service could have been a bit better. They were making regular (albeit slow) rounds to cook the meat but all we were given was a small bottle of water to share around the table and that was definitely not enough -- that BBQ was laden with sodium! Whenever we wanted to get more water, our server seemed to conveniently disappear. Upon leaving, we were met with crowds of people waiting outside for a table. Well, there's a testament to Honey Pig's popularity.

    (3)

  • Anna W.

    You know, I've been going to this place for a long time, and I thought it was finally time to write a review given my vast experience at this place. ;) FOOD: Seriously this is what I keep coming back for. The food is amazing. I read a negative review down the list (Nichole H...) and I gotta say, she probably ordered the wrong thing. I've ordered the regular pork (sam gyuup) before and I agree - has no flavor, just taste like meat. But order anything else and you'll notice the quality is way better (thin slices of pork with just a fine layer of fat for flavor...mmmm....). My uncle came from China and we brought him here - he said it's better than the food he had when he visited Korea. Not sure where he went, but he's a super foodie and typically really judgemental of all restaurants. Anyways, order the right things!!! If you don't like spicy or if you don't like bulgogi, then this is not really the place. You could get the kalbi - which is yummy b/c it's tender, but I prefer the spicy things. The spicy pork is YUM! I wait for that the whole meal. With the other meat - it's tender and juicy and it's the right cuts. If I think something is lacking in flavor, I dip it in one of the sauces available (my favorite is the sesame with salt and pepper, just b/c it's not too overwhelming of a flavor) and then wrap it in the pickled dikon/radish wraps so it gets a little extra flavor. You can do the rice paper wraps, too, but they are not as flavorful, and for some reason the restaurant always "runs out," which I think is just code for - "you've asked us for too many refills" but I don't know. Doesn't really matter to me b/c I like the pickled dikon wraps better. And of course there's the bean sprouts, kim chi and fried rice at the end that everyone else has mentioned. SERVICE: I noticed all the servers are young asian males. Don't know what's going on with that. It's a bit different, but I'm not opposed to it. They basically tag team your service. You have someone to take your order, and then someone else brings your food, and then every so often someone comes and flips/cuts your meat for you. If you press the button, someone will eventually come, but it's easier to just flag one of them down. AMBIENCE: It's hip and trendy and has a very young vibe to it. There is loud dance music, yes, but it fits in with the theme. There's random piggy decorations everywhere. Dinnertime is typically crowded - especially on the weekends! They don't take reservations, so if you go there on a weekend for dinner, prepare to wait. Luckily there's a few shaved ice/smoothie/coffee shops nearby that you can wander into. I typically go on week nights so it's easier to get in. Some chick went at lunch time from what I read...I've never been at lunch, but I imagine it's not hopping. Also...come on, you're supposed to come here and order a bunch of food to grill! Who does that for lunch???

    (4)

  • Eddie G.

    We felt adventurous tonight and decided to try something new. This was my second time trying Korean food, first time for my wife and kids. This place is busy on the weekends so expect a small wait but definitely worth it. At first, It was a bit intimidating with all the side dishes and not knowing what goes with what but we got the hang of it after a bit, of course we asked the waiter questions too. I guess the wait staff already assumes you know everything. We ordered the prime beef (steak), jumbo shrimp, combination mushrooms, and thin sliced beef. The sprouts, kimchi, and other side dishes were good but kids weren't really digging them. You get the fried rice towards the end which we liked but it was too spicy for the kids, luckily by then, they were satisfied. We all liked it and thought the food was pretty good. The place looks cool and is well decorated with all the piggy's and stuff.

    (4)

  • Tran T.

    Came here on Labor's Day. Wow, this place is HAWT (as in temperature). I've never seen so many BBQ grills before. We sweated just sitting next to the grill...I can imagine how crowded this place would be in the winter time. We were seated in a booth after a 10 minutes wait by a very kyeopta waiter. I thought this place is aimed toward the cougars since there were so many attractive young men work here...however most of the customers were older Asian men =P Food: Since most of us were half-full, we didn't opt for the AYCE meal ($25.95, great deal!). Come hungry if you want this option. Instead, we got the Honey Pig pork belly, Small Octopus, Small Beef Intestines, and Small Assorted Mushroom. Along with the unlimited Bean Sprouts and Kimchee, there were more than enough food for 5 people. Keep in mind that none of these meat are marinated. So make sure you dip them in the sauces (Miso, Chili, Salt&Pepper&Oil). They also gave us the rice wrappers, which I didn't think add any flavor to the food...ask for lettuce wrap instead! We were in a rush to go home (4 hours drive!), so we skipped the Kimchee Fried Rice at the end =[ I will come earlier next time! Service: As I mentioned before, the guys who work here are cute! Especially my main waiter (the one took care of the inside booths near the restrooms). We actually had 3 different guys came to our table. I assumed they helped each other out. None of them introduced themselves...they were too busy running around. They answered all of my questions but I had to ask them three times for ice water (came in a big bottle) and soda. They brought out Bean Sprouts and Kimchee and refilled them quickly, however, we took the meat and grilled them by ourselves most of the time. I still tipped 20%+ but damn guys, gotta step it up! Service definitely needs improvement. Parking wasn't a problem. We waited about 10 minutes at 6PM on a Monday. It got pretty crowded around 7PM till later so expect a long wait. I will come back when I have a chance to go back to ATL. Hopefully the service will be better. Tip #1: Dress casual and prepare for a long shower after. Tip #2: Come hungry if you planned to order the AYCE meal. Tip #3: Ask for lettuce wrap and the Kimchee Fried Rice at the end. 2013/#74

    (4)

  • Thoukatha B.

    Love the food. The severs are super friendly & nice. Definitely one of my go for Korean BBQ.

    (4)

  • Shitian L.

    Six of us ordered unlimited, and when we were having our 10th plate the waiter told us that we were eating too much. He said that a party of six like us (4 males and 2 females) should only have 4 plates....However, the portion of meat was only half of what we got on other visits (only about 15 briskets per plate today). Let's do some calculations. 15 briskets per plates and you are telling us we should only order 4 plates for 6 people? That would be 10 small pieces of briskets for each of us. And yet we are paying you 220 dollars although we only have 60 briskets in total. Even if we ate 600 pieces of briskets, so what? YOU CALLED IT UNLIMITED!! We did not eat 4 hours or had any leftover!! Also, the waiter kept the heat very high and cost our meat to burn. We did turned it down many times, but the waiter would immediately turn it back to high, for some reasons. So we got a lot of tiny burnt meat and he accused us of eating too much. Anyway, we all left feeling hungry. Can't believe it. We would never come to this place again.

    (1)

  • Alyx K.

    This review is super overdue. I've been here three times now, but am just now writing a review. On our most recent visit, we came here on a Thursday night around 8. We had about a 15 minute wait. We got seated in this teeny tiny afterthought table in the very back corner right next to the open kitchen and bathrooms. My bf was not happy, but we were hungry enough to tough it out. All of our servers were quick and prompt. They didn't stop by often, but they were relatively easy to flag down if we needed anything. It worked out well because my bf and I like our meat really well done and crispy so we like to cook it ourselves. A lot of other Korean BBQ places will grab the tongs from you if you try to move the meat around yourself and will put raw meat on the grill even when the cooking meat isn't completely done and overload the grill. Random side rant. BUT getting back on topic, honey pig servers don't do that to you. They're perfectly happy letting you cook on your own at your own pace to your own liking which is nice. Thumbs up for service. The meat was a surprisingly high quality for an all you can eat BBQ place. The amount of fat on the beef brisket (thinly sliced beef) was so minuscule I was shocked. We also got the spicy pork belly, which again had only a little fat and was very well marinated. They laid down a piece of foil for the spicy pork so the marinade wouldn't burn and crust the grill which was great because we kept switching from beef brisket to spicy pork. The side though left a lot to be desired. They don't offer the standard salad but have this weird onion salad drenched in this sweet dressing. It wasn't good at all. The sharp taste of the onion mixed with the super sweet dressing didn't mix well. They also offered pickled radish but it had a weird taste to it like wasabi? or some type of spiced garlic? I didn't like it so that also went untouched. They do have rice paper and they offer kimchi, bean sprouts, and some mushroom caps for the grill which were all tasty. I do wish they had the standard sides and offered some of the things other Korean BBQ places have. It's nice to have sides that'll cut the heaviness of the meat but all the sides here kind of add to the heaviness. Lastly they charge $2 now for fried rice on the grill. Go ahead and pay the $2. This was SO good. The icing on the cake. They mixed in all our extra kimchi, bean sprouts, and meat into the fried rice. It was flavorful, spicy, and delicious. They would have five stars but I took one off for the mediocre sides and that terrible back table they should honestly just get rid of. Overall though, it's pricey but the quality of the meat is worth it.

    (4)

  • Nichole H.

    Went here for lunch with my BFF no one I mean no one was in dining in the restaurant when we arrived service was too slow and the Korean BBQ has no flavor, just taste like meat. It was not the best Korean BBQ I've had better, at the Korean BBQ restaurants on Buford hwy. Definitely not worth the 30 minute drive to get there.

    (1)

  • Alex L.

    After much hype, I finally had the chance to eat here on my last visit to Atlanta. This place is held by my circle of friends as the pinnacle of Korean BBQ in the area. I've had Iron Age as well as all the places on Buford Hwy... so I expected this place to be a clear level above all the others. I would say that the food was definitely good, but I'm not sure if I could clearly tell its superiority to all the other places. "What about the quality of the meat?" my friends would ask. 'It's good. Better, but not exceptional." Thus, this place does not earn anything above 3 stars. You get better meat, but is that worth the $10+ extra you pay versus the other places? I'm not exactly sure, as the whole aim of the All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ is quantity, as long as it's above a certain quality. I would say all the other places have the quality, but it's about the quantity for price. I don't think I could justify 4 stars for this place as it doesn't represent a better value for taste compared to the other All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ places.

    (3)

  • E X.

    Our first time here today for lunch. We got beef bulgogi and chicken for the in table bbq. They require at least two meats to use the bbq. They also have lunch menu but we decided to try the bbq. They give you a lot of kimchi, bean sprouts, and green onions as your veggies and white rice included in the cost. They don't give you a lot of beef or chicken. The quality of the beef has a lot of fat in it and doesn't look as lean as the beef bulgogi I see fresh at Hmart. The bathroom decor is a bit dark and creepy. The fans/vents need to be turned on higher as the foods are cooking. All I could smell was smoke and came out of the restaurant smelling like bbq. Service is great but the food and environment was nothing special.

    (2)

  • Linh H.

    This place is really good! I've had a few of their soups and some of the marinated meats here. They are DELICIOUS and the service is really nice! Only downside is that this place can be verrrry pricey. I went with 1 other person and for a soup and 1 meat for the both of us, it was about $60. Ouch. It doesn't change the fact how delicious it is though. :-)

    (4)

  • Isabel Y.

    Went in a group to Honey Pig one Wednesday after work.. my first trip to the H-Mart/K-town area! More trendy atmosphere than traditional Korean BBQ. Prices are definitely still reasonable for all the food you get. Presentation is big here...loved seeing the octopus draped in the middle of the pot, that was pretty cool. Most importantly...the food is good. I love Korean BBQ because it is different from most usual restaurants, but Honey Pig just adds an extra something to make the experience even better.

    (4)

  • Jason K.

    I freaking love this place! Price is reasonable, food is great, proportion of food is great, and you can't but get wasted here. The atmosphere is very laid back, almost like eating at your friend's house.

    (5)

  • Christina K.

    With hubby being Korean, we have made our rounds at a majority of the Korean establishments in and around Georgia. So when a childhood friend called to say she would be in town and she suggested Honey Pig we were excited since I have yet to go there since our regular is Sun & Moon or Iron Age. We walked in, and put our names on the list. After about 30 minutes, we were shown to our table even though there were other tables that had been cleared and set up way before they called us. The table is literally taken up with this huge domed wok and it left everyone basically jabbing each other with our elbows throughout dinner. Our party of 4 explained to the waiter that one of our guests was basically a vegetarian and was planning on just ordering soju and if we could just get 3 orders of the AYCE. The waiter went and asked management who responded with a very firm NO. Well, what were we to do since we were trying to be hospitable hosts except to go ahead and order. Well, we should have left cause it all went downhill from there. The food was not good. We ordered 3 rounds of meat, and all of them came at a snail's pace to the table. We even had to inquire about our 2nd round several times. Our water was never replenished, the waiter threw almost all of the banchan onto the grill, along with the meat. But the way he threw it, it was like we were at Genghis Grill waiting for our order of stir fry. I don't know about you, but when I order beef and my dining companion orders pork, I'd like to keep the two meats separate for optimal taste flavors. Not only did half of our ban chan go onto the grill, but looking around at other tables, it was clear that our ban chan was still in the kitchen and even though we commented on it, it never left the fridge and made its way onto our table. I have eaten at several other Korean restaurants and understand that there are some old-fashioned Asians who do not approve of interracial relationships, but in this economic downtime, should a restaurant force their narrow-minded views onto paying patrons? Never! Even with hubby leaving a fat tip (he was drunk off of the 2 large bottles of soju we ordered) and as we were leaving the restaurant no one even said bye even though a waiter was right next to the door. I WILL NEVER GO BACK TO HONEY PIG. YOU CAN KEEP YOUR RACIST OPINIONS TO YOURSELVES WHILE I CONTINUE TO HELP THE ECONOMY AT OTHER BETTER ESTABLISHMENTS.

    (1)

  • Christina T.

    While the meats here are definitely better quality (and better marinated), the price difference compared to most surrounding AYCE korean bbq is just not worth it. I like the grilled kimchi, and the spicy pork belly that tasted like daeji bulgogi (yum!) One of the sauces were so good, too bad I don't know what it's called. The rice paper they gave us was hard and chewy, and when I mentioned it to the server he said it was because the weather was cold which made it harder. Then he suggested we heat it up on the grill. We did heat it up on the grill, which made it soft the way it's suppose to. However, why should I heat it up on the grill when it's the kitchen's fault that it's cold and chewy. The service was great for us, even though most other reviews say that it sucks. But I went at 3:00 pm on a saturday, so they weren't very busy and had more time to attend to us. I did enjoy the food here, but considering the price and all the competition, I think some of the other places are a better deal.

    (3)

  • Brett Y.

    The Good: Marinades for meat are very good and make for a tasty meal. Kimchi and large bean sprouts cooked right on cast iron and very tasty Other sides are excellent All sides are all you can eat including KimChi etc. Rice and soup at end of meal are very yummy as well. The cooks accompaniments like the miso sauce are great. The Bad: The waiters come by and do the cooking. They aren't necessarily very good at cooking it correctly and you are forced to take matters in to your own hands to get it cooked correctly. The main course they recommend isn't the best dish. The Pork Belly is better marinaded and the beef korean marinated is much better than non marinaded prime. Overall I highly recommend the place. Good food and we go regularly. However, it really does require one to know what to order and make sure it is cooked correctly. Come hungry because with the sides and after dinner rice and soup you will be full. Four stars instead of five due to requiring an ability to control the cooking. Food: A Service: B responsive just bad cooks

    (4)

  • Susannah M.

    Excellent Korean bbq! However, don't sit at the booths. The grill on your table mixed with the over all restaurant temprature greatly diminished my experience there. I visibly sweat through the entire dinner, drank 2 ltrs of water, skipped a wine cocktail for fear of passing out, and found it hard to engage with my dinner party beacuse of the sweltering heat and bbq smoke. Hopefully the season change will prove to be a more inviting atmosphere. Try out the floor seating though, you may have a different experience all together!

    (4)

  • Melissa G.

    We walked in on a Saturday morning about 20 mins after opening. We are the first customers of the day and was promptly greeted by a server. The staff was having a meal at a back table by the kitchen and the server sat back down to finish the meal before someone came back to take our order close to 10 mins later. We were very pleased that they offered the unlimited throughout the day and my husband and I just ordered 2 unlimited. Brisket, spicy pork belly, spicy squid, chicken bulgogi had the rice and soup at the end as well and the food was fresh and delicious. There was no banchan, had no extra napkins except the one that came wrapped around our silverware. 2 different servers checked on hs and every time, one would ask us which meat we would like next and the other server would come around a couple mins later to ask the exact same thing. There is zero communication between the servers. We dined for about an hour and being ask double questions throughout our entire meal really became quite irritating. One of the servers scolded us about keeping the marinated meats on the foil while it cooked to prevent the surgar in the marinade from burning on the grill which I agree with that point. However the problem lies in the fact that they piled on the entire order of marinated meat on a tiny square of foil and nothing was cooking evenly or properly. Sorry but even if the pork or squid is cooked at the bottom the ones on top are still raw and still in direct contact with my cooked meats. Which is a huge no no for anyone - let alone a pregnant woman or children. So we took it upon ourselves to spread the meat out evenly on the grill and that's when the server scolded us. All in all we felt the experience was alright and left a 15% gratuity. One of the servers came back to the table and gave us an itemized list of all that he had done for us while we dined such as serving, taking our order and checking on us. He proceeded to demand why we did not leave at least 20%. So my husband upped the gratuity to 16% and walked out. That last incident went down all the while our 3 year old is losing his patience and the server made sure to watch my husband change the gratuity. Because of that last incident I will never dine here again. Totally unprofessional from the beginning to end of our meal. Had the server made sure to place our order and not just sit back down to finish his meal before getting back to us, communicated with each other and had some common sense about food safety I would've gladly left at least 20-25%. However I believe my 15% was quite generous for the service we received which to be honest is at my discretion how much I want to leave. If you suck at your job then your pay will reflect that as well.

    (1)

  • Eric L.

    great service, better food, but also more expensive than iron age.

    (5)

  • Richie H.

    The meat quality is better than other places nearby, but nothing stellar. The price you pay is not worth the quality of food that you get. The restaurant was a bit warmer than other places, but nothing worth knocking it for. Honey Pig's service was great however. They were quick and kind. In the end, it is still your average unlimited "gogi" restaurant.

    (3)

  • Ann P.

    I love this place! (so much more than Iron Age) outstanding service here. I gave it a four because I wish they had more seafood choices. They have all the red meat in the world though. You get a lot of food for the buck. A must try!

    (4)

  • Diane B.

    I have never experienced ANYTHING like this at ANY restaurant, so I also felt compelled to sign up for yelp to share my experience. Warning: this will be long. :P A group of friends & I were on vacation & we were craving Korean BBQ. My best friend from Atlanta, who is Korean, recommended this place, so we all met up at Honey Pig. The place was really nicely decorated... very modern. My best friend recommended several entrees & we ended up ordering 3 porks, 3 beefs, and 1 order of shrimps. The food was good & the bill was not bad either (a little over $19 not including tip / person), but I think if we hadn't gone in a big group, it would have been pricey for 2, especially with shrimps being $24! This is where all the good stopped. I had to ask the waiter every time he placed something on the pot what it was b/c he never told us. They brought out the 3 beefs first, & one of my friends can't eat beef, so we were anticipating the pork. Only 2 came out. We informed the waiter and told him to just cancel the order since by then it was late already, we were full, and we still had plans afterwards. He went out to the back & then came back out going on about his business, so we thought everything was taken care of. We received our check & they still charged us for the pork order we never got. Ok, maybe it was an honest mistake. We tell the lady (who I assume is the owner... she works the front too.) and she corrects it for us. So now we go to pay. The lady takes money from all of us, & at the end says there is a person who didn't pay. We tell her that everyone has already paid... doesn't she remember since it was less than 2 minutes ago? She replies rudely, "I don't remember faces. My computer is saying 1 person didn't pay." She goes down our line of people & accounts for EVERYONE that paid, but was still adamant about 1 person not paying. wth? She then realized that she forgot to input 1 credit card transaction of ours. Seriously? Check yourself before you rudely go accusing people of not paying!!! On her behalf, she did apologize. :| So before we left, we left cash tip on the table since she said it was easier than her taking cash from each of us. We leave & right before we hop into our cars, she comes out w/ her hands in the air rudely asking again, "You guys didn't leave a tip?" We said we did and were about to go back into the restaurant to show her when one of the waiters found it. She just walked back inside w/ NO apology. First thing I thought was, "ARE YOU SERIOUS? WHAT A B****!!!" First, I always tip 20%, & if service is really good, I tip more. I also work in the service industry & know that tip is not required, so even if we hadn't left a tip like she "thought," why chase after a customer to ask? Honestly, with a group of 9 people, I don't know why 18% gratuity wasn't included in the first place! Honey Pig needs to do that instead of chasing their customers down to ask then why they didn't tip!!! HORRIBLE SERVICE!!! NEVER AGAIN!!! If yelp had 0 stars, I would give Honey Pig that for their service alone!!!

    (1)

  • Chuan S.

    DS, PY and I decided to try this Korean BBQ place. It was sort of a trip for me to head all the out there but I was interested in eating some Korean BBQ. Honey Pig is definitely a good name for a Korean BBQ place. I braved the storm and drove up to Duluth for some Korean BBQ. Upon parking my car, one of waiters came out with an umbrella and escorted me to the door. Now I call that service. The guy had to literally look out the and watched for cars to park in the lot and I might not even be going to Honey Pigs. The menu is pretty simple. You just pick your meat of choice. We had pork belly, thinly sliced bugolgi beef, and boneless BBQ spare ribs. All the meat was pretty damn good. There was a few different wrap options for the meat I have not seen before. The only that I was really familiar was the lettuce leaves. There was thinly sliced of flour paper and thinly sliced of radish. I preferred the tradition lettuce and the sliced radishes. I thought the flour wraps were too oily to hold with your bare hands and lack the crisp you get from the other two options. There was also a ton of options to make wraps with. Among them were grill beansprouts, grilled kimchi lettuce, garlic, jalapeno, hot sauce, Korean sauce (which I don't know the name off), and a pickled jalapeno and onion combination. I was already stuffed by the three types of meat and all the wraps I have made from it. Someone should off warned me about their end of meal additions. When we said we were done, the waiter brought out the fried rice, squid, and soup. That's a lot of food. Everything was done pretty well.

    (4)

  • Dan N.

    Like most korean bbq places, the prices aren't exactly cheap, but they are in my opinion fair, considering the food that you get with the meal. As mentioned earlier by other yelpers, this is not the place to watch your cholesterol levels. However, to satisfy your love of pork or beef, here it is. Definitely a unique place considering most korean bbq places do not use this inverted wok to cook meats. Besides your meat, you will have fried rice made on the wok near the end, mixed with kimchee & bean sprouts panchan. Also you will have a cold daikon radish soup as well as a hot tofo soybean paste soup. My wife and I never leave this place anywhere near hungry. If i had to complain about anything, it's the lack of space within your table and the big wok can make it tricky to reach across the table. Always a favorite to go to every now and then.

    (4)

  • Diana C.

    My family and I went to Honey Pig once and we probably won't return. For the amount of money we paid for our meal, we could have bought ingredients at H-Mart, and cooked better food ourselves at home. Prices were ridiculous for what you got. Honey Pig was nothing special to me. Maybe it's cuz I have samgyupsal (sliced pork) at least twice a month at home. I do, however, remember the nicely decorated interior (especially the bathroom) and how cute the scrawny little waiter was. That's about it.

    (2)

  • David J.

    I dont know if it was b/c I hadn't had a Korean meal in over a month but this place just hit the spot.... I can't wait to go back... well worth the 2 hour drive... I just need another excuse to drive back to ATL.... the sam gyup sal was thick and juicy and the prime beef was excellent... wish they had one of these in the bay area

    (5)

  • Blissful G.

    When my friend (and fellow Korean cuisine lover), Joel Silverman, calls to tell me he just had one of the best Korean meals of his life, I drop everything and get to said restaurant tout de suite. I got such a call last night and knew a trip to Honey Pig in Duluth was on the menu today. What a find! Honey Pig's is a samgyeopsal jip (pork belly house) whose specialty is (surprise) pork belly. Instead of your standard charcoal or gas grill, the meat is cooked on what looks to be an inverted heavy-duty wok. The way it works is you choose your meat--we chose the honey pig pork belly (suckling pig) and the prime short rib. The first thing to arrive at your table is a carafe of filtered water with earthernware mugs, chilled kimchi soup, a platter of wasabi-spiced paper-thin daikon, and personal dishes of bean paste, garlic slices and chili paste. The waiter brings out a platter of kimchi, chile-laced salad, bean sprouts and rice cake slices. Instead of eating the kimchi and bean sprouts cold, the contents are dumped onto the hot grill where the heat intensifies the fermented flavors in an eye-opening way. The meat is the next thing to arrive. The beef was the first thing to go on. My sister was silent--a rare occurrence at most of our meals--as she gobbled down the marbled pieces of meat that just melted in on our tongues. While lettuce is an option for wrapping, two new items (the rice cake sheets and daikon slices) were an amazing contrast to the buttery beef and we quickly finished them. The suckling pork belly was the next thing to get massacred at our table. Just pure fatty and pork-y goodness. Need I say more? These are best with the lettuce wrappers and I suggest you eat them before they get too brown so you can really appreciate the texture of the belly. Just as we were about to pop, the server came out with a few more items. A long octopus that he deftly wrapped around the shaft of the grill--really cool to watch it shrink and unravel as it cooked. The waiter dumped the contents of a bowl (rice, toasted nori and vegetables) onto the grill and proceeded to mix it with the remnants of our meal while snipped the bits of meat and veg into bite-sized pieces for the best fried rice ever! Nothing gets wasted here! Verdict: An absolute winner worth the trip and a welcome change to the charcoal barbecue spots I am so fond of. A total steal for the amount of food you get served by lovely staff in a modern setting. I hope they stick around for a very long time. More pics here: blissfulglutton.blogspot…

    (4)

  • Virgil S.

    Pork belly, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways..... Excellent Korean BBQ experience. I am not Korean, so I have no idea how "authentic" it is (I mean really, is there such a thing as authentic ethnic food in America?) but I have eaten in several Korean restaurants, so I kinda knew the drill. All my friend had to say to me was pork, and I was ready. We went with a couple of his friends for whom this is a frequent ritual. I was amazed. The entire evening was enjoyable. The food was excellent, the service was friendly, and the price......well, let's just say I've often wondered why food that is cheap in it's home country is so unbelievably expensive here. But a good time was had by all. This place is definitely cleaner and more upscale than the average Korean BBQ joint. You don't leave feeling like you've just smoked a pack of Lucky Strikes. By the way, don't be fooled by the name. It's not all pork. Meats of all sorts and seasonings are available.

    (4)

  • Scott M.

    Service was impeccable here. I guess it always helps when its Christmas day too. It was surprisingly full on Christmas day for lunch, but we managed to get a pretty huge booth that allowed us to cook and endless amount of Pork Belly and Brisket. As much as I want to like this place and other Korean BBQ restaurants that I have been to in Atlanta, the fact remains that the best Asian & Mexican cuisine can be found on the west coast, and there is really no substitute. I am not sure what got lost in the recipe, but its just not the same. This place can get relatively pricey. And I thought it kinda sucked that if you wanted the all you can eat brisket/pork belly, everyone at the table is required to get it. Which kinda makes sense... I am still searching for incredible Korean food in Atlanta, but for some reason, I feel that I am going to continue to encounter "average".

    (2)

  • Tundra D.

    I'm a big Korean BBQ person and Honey Pig just wasn't as good as I expected. I guess I've eaten too much great Korean BBQ to give this place higher ratings. The atmosphere is nice, the wait staff was good, but the food just wasn't good. I ordered the pork belly. The kimchi wasn't bad, but I expected much more flavor from the pork. I can honestly say I don't think I'll be back. It just didn't give me that "wow" sensation. First impressions are everything with me.

    (2)

  • Teddy D.

    The food here was awesome, the service was a eh. Let me start by saying that we went on a Sunday at about 7pm. I don't mind having to wait for a table, especially with all the glowing reviews. I was just excited to finally be here. We ordered the Honey Pig Signature pork, Pork Shoulder and Bulgolgi. Each round was tastier than the next. Personally the signature pork was my favorite. The Kimchi, green onions and all of the other condiments were a great addition. Although I'm used to more options like garlic and jalapenos. The food was A+ across the board. Price wise, completely fair for the amount of food we ate. I was so full the next day I didn't have to eat breakfast. there was however an issue with the service, or lack of. Just trying to get water refills was a chore and when it came time for the bill it took forever, ok not forever but 20 minutes. You'd think they'd want to clear our table to make room for the people waiting outside. It just took sooooooo long. Kind of rained on my parade of pork goodness. Maybe it was just an off night, new waiter or something. Until then I can only dream of more Honey Pig Signature Pork.

    (4)

  • Dena P.

    Talk about super friendly, attentive, personable staff. The lady who greeted us and seated us was fabulous. She took the time to explain to us what the restaurant was about and recommend to us the best they had to offer. I've never had grilled kimchi before, it was the unexpected treat. It was our first experience with a dome grill and I was a little intimidated, but the love to cook in me soon got into the act. I think I accidentally battled some poor waiter for the tongs. I tried to be a good patron and let them do everything for me. We ended up eating the wrappers just like they were side dishes because the pork was so good I had to get it in my mouth right away and didn't have time to wrap. I used some of the sauces in the radish wrappers, those were my favorites. I really don't think I let anything on the table go to waste. If you are looking for a new experience, this is the place to try!

    (5)

  • Kate T.

    Found a place that I actually like -- a lot! The meat was fresh and very nicely prepped. The portion was a lot for me, I could share this was another girl, but then my brother (being the macho guy that he is) finished all of his and well... most of mine. What I like so much about this place was the vibe it gave off while I was there. (Little flying pigs hanging around the restaurant as decors - cute! I'm a girl. Spare me.) Adding to it was the interesting setting of the K-BBQ hot bowl-like plate and of course, the food was great (fresh). The sides weren't a lot nor "fancy" per se, but the portion and quality was worth every penny. At the end, they bring out pre-mix fried rice and cooked it with leftover meat and its juice along with some left over kimchi, bean sprouts, and some other veggies. Believe it or not, it actually was very VERY good... The down side of it for me was me in the gym for an extra, well... I dunno... extra hr for every work out session for the next few days? Still worth it? Absolutely. =)

    (5)

  • Khoi T.

    I have eaten Honey Pig a couple times and find the place worth trying just for the experience. I have been here twice for dinner with each time having to wait at least 30 minutes for a table. Service is great once you get a table though. The eating experience simply consists of a table with a dome shaped cast iron grill. The grill is used to grill your kimchi, bean sprouts, meat, and the fried rice that occur at the very end. Beside this, your meal is accompanied with a salad, rice cake sheets, thinly sliced radish, garlic, jalapeno, and dipping sauce. The fried rice at the end is my favorite part of the meal. I wished they can offer it from the beginning. Both of my experience here consisted of me trying the pork belly and the bulgogi, which were both very tasty. Something I don't like about this place is the price. For almost $20 bucks, I am served with unseasoned meat (pork belly) that I have to basically cook myself. Crazy concept in my opinion. For less, I can go to Iron Age down the street for unlimited pork belly.

    (3)

  • Pample M.

    This is the best place in ATL to get korean bbq in my opinion. Try the kalbi and the spicy pork. It gets kind of busy in here, but the service is still attentive. I like all the side dishes they offer, and this is a fun place to go with a group.

    (4)

  • Ellen C.

    Yum! Very different from the normal Korean BBQs out there. They put the bean sprouts and kimchi on the grill so its warm sides not the usual cold ones. We ordered the Pork Belly (Sam-Gyup-Sal I think - It's the first one on the menu) and the Beef (1st one on the menu). There were 3 of us (all girls) so it was perfect. Afterwards, they cook the rice on the grill with the bean sprouts and the kim chi. Delicious! Reminds me of a place we went to in Seoul a couple years ago. I'd definitely come back here if I had the chance!

    (4)

  • Anjali S.

    My exposure to Korean food has been very limited. I think I've had a few versions of bulgogi- probably not authentic. I do love the 2 times I've been able to have korean bbq- which other than this was one other time in the back of a korean market in Birmingham, AL. That was super good too. It's all about the fun. So my husband and I went with 3 friends 2 of whom are korean and walked us through it. I mean, to be fair, I don't think it's super complicated- but they'd been there before and knew what to order. We got some assortment of meat- I think bulgogi actually and the mushrooms. You start with some tea- black rice tea? Not a fan. You get all kind of condiments- pickled radishes, kimchee. . .etc. Surprisingly- to me I loved the pork belly. I've heard a lot about pork belly and was always hesitant to eat it . I never actually thought I would ever eat it. . .But I loved it! My husband is not a fan of pork period and he couldn't get enough either. Kinda like a thick cut unsmoked bacon. . .I also loved the mushrooms- simple but yummy. Had my first tastes of enoki and king mushroom- loved the latter. And like others have mentioned anything left, they make a fried rice out of. We didn't have any problems with a wait or the waiters. . .Maybe bc we had our friends with us. . .? Oh speaking of which- maybe we didn't order enough food but I didn't find it very filling. Maybe there were too many of us . . . I'm not particularly running back because it is a bit of a drive for me- (mixed metaphor) but I would not refuse upon suggestion. Would like to try seafood next time!

    (3)

  • Roshanda P.

    The wall decor of this place is something out of this world, when you think Korean BBQ I wouldnt have thought of seeing something soooo whats the word ...modern shic It was nice to see a different take on cooking the food instead of using a open flame it as cooked on a cast iron skillet which was cool and also having the kimchi cooked along with your dish... If you looking for a nice night out and just wanted a different take on the Koren BBQ experience this is the place for you.

    (3)

  • Franklin C.

    Honey Pig is more than a dinning experience. It's a ritual. With small side dishes that occupy the entire table, platters of meat that keep on coming, and a center grill that tends to send sparks of oil flying at you, it's hard not to get caught up in the experience. Different people will attack the meat differently. My strategy is to put the slice of cooked pork belly on a piece of lettuce, fold it, add the bbq sauce, a bit of slightly charred kimchi, and a slice of radish. Careful though! The lettuce has to be folded just right or your little pork belly sandwich will fall apart! Also, be sure to leave room for the fried rice that they make for you after you finish your meat. Great way to end the meal. Both my trips here were in groups of 6 that were mostly girls. My female friends tend to eat less and eat slower. I offered to pay for more of the meal since I clearly ate more. But they were fine splitting it 6 ways even. Hey, works for me. Waiters were nice and attentive, so no problems there. If you dine here, be prepared for the inevitable food coma that follows.

    (4)

  • Joe L.

    I felt that this place was overpriced considering the amount of food that you got. My friends and i came here and got 4 servings of bulgogi, 1 each of the beef short ribs, cubed beef, and the honey pig. They also provided unlimited amount of kimchi, lettuce, rice paper and spicy bean sprouts which was nice. However the kimchi was super salty, and basically inedible unless you ate it with something else. The bean sprouts however were made correctly and had the exact right amount of heat and saltiness. The annoying thing about honey pig is that your supposed to wrap the meat in either the rice paper or the lettuce, but because the amout of lettuce they gave us was so little every time, i needed to ask for more about every 10 minutes. The beef and honey pig dishes were each about 20+ dollars apiece and the bulgogi (usually its like chopped up beef) was 14. In fact, if I had to come here again I would probably only get the bulgogi. Its the best deal, comes with the same amount of beef as all the other dishes, is previously seasoned so it tastes great, and is lean (so not only is it healthier, but it shrinks less as you grill it on the iron hat). The short ribs and the honey pig in fact were actually more than 50 percent fat. Yes i know fat is flavor (awesome line andrew zimmern), but thats still an outrageous amount of fat. and after we grill them... well lets just say that they loose more weight than an obese man on the atkins diet. All in all, the bulgogi saves this restaurant from a 2. If i had to come here again, that would be the only think i would get. Its definitely enough meat for 2 people, and combine that with the generous amount amounts of kimchi and lettuce and you can have a full meal out of it.

    (3)

  • Hyong Y.

    this place kick-A$$!!! I really like the modern/contemporary hip looks. Food is very good here too. I really like the rice sheet to wrap your meat. I've tried the thin slice beef, honey pig signature, pork belly, and their fried rice. They were all good. Although, i wish there was little more room on the table for all the side dishes. And at times, service was little slow, but i know how busy they are and trying to cook food for everyone. So expect little delay at time. NOW, this is NOT FAT FREE meal, so for all you weight watchers... my guess is 1000 points.

    (4)

  • Kerry M.

    Beautiful atmosphere. Beautiful people. Outrageous prices. Non-existent service. This place charges $25 for 4oz shrimp , some kim chee, and some soup. They charge $17 for 4 oz of pork belly, kim chee, and some soup. Then they make some sour seaweed "fried rice". LUNCH for two was $50 and we left hungry, and feeling robbed. Service staff were idiots. More concerned with eating their lunch than even trying to provide service. Food was mediocre. Atmosphere was stellar,

    (1)

  • Jenna L.

    The food is AMAZING!! Meat Veggies... cooked on a huge POT LID, It's great! The price is a little steep in comparison to other korean bbq places, but you definitely get what you pay for. The quality of meat I would say is the best of all the bbq places I have been to.

    (5)

  • Julie P.

    Oh, Honey Pig - where do I begin?? I've been to my fair share of Korean BBQ places, ranging from the simple, gritty, random street-side closet-sized places in Seoul, to the various offerings of the Buford Highway corridor (some good, mostly mediocre). I have to say, Honey Pig, you have impressed me. Not only do you serve delicious, high quality meats, you do so in a manner that does NOT include: 1) dirty or smelly atmosphere, 2) rude, non-English speaking ahjumma waitstaff, 3) lots of tasteless "filler" ban-chan, and 4) outrageous prices for poor quality meats. What you DO have is a well-designed space, an amazingly simple and delicious concept, friendly & attentive waitstaff who can speak BOTH Korean & English very well, and great cuts of high quality meat for a very decent price. Oh, and I can't forget, just when I thought my stomach was going to explode from the amount of food (mind you, there was no rice consumed during the meat eating), you surprised me with a teppanyaki style fried rice preparation with all the glorious leftover grilled kimchi, bean sprouts and meat, and supplied me with a tiny crock of bubbling dwen-jang jjigae to wash it down with. Those who think there isn't enough meat for the money: you are either insane (b/c 1 order of Honey Pig and 1 order of beef were enough to fill up 2 big eaters) or clearly are used to buffet style dining where you can get pounds of meat for 10 bucks. This is not the right place for you. Would you ever go to Bone's or Chops and complain that you didn't get all you can eat surf & turf?? No, you get what you pay for. If you want sub-par food, service and atmosphere and pay 3-4 bucks less per order (maybe), then please, head over to (insert name of crappy Buford Hwy bbq joint here). If you want to have a delicious experience & leave full, happy, and reeking of bbq and kimchi for 2 days, then RUN to Honey Pig - you will not be disappointed!!

    (5)

  • Dale K.

    I give this place 3 stars based on my criteria for a satisfying meal: Quantity. I am a man who enjoys eating dead animal flesh, especially in generous quantities. A single order of the beef short ribs and the honey pig is enough, maybe, to feed a very small human being. I go to Korean BBQ, you know, for the meat but the goal is missed when the emphasis is on "unlimited" bean sprouts and kimchi. I especially don't care for fillers in lieu of more meat. Taste was decent. Cost. Like $5-6 too much per dish. They fool your perception of quantity with fillers. The focus of Korean BBQ is meat, not cheap kimchi. Service. The servers were prompt and nice. They speak English, which is a plus. Refilled water unrequested, which is always good. Kindly split the bill, too. Bottom line. If you want good portions of meat, then avoid this place. If you have an average appetite -- and enjoy over-paying for fillers that cost them little to make, then have at it. The service and decor are nice, though.

    (3)

  • Carlos C.

    Food is good if you know how to really eat it. If you want a well-balanced meal, with really good service (except the newbie who served us tonight--he kinda got me upset for his lack of common sense), the experience of eating everything on iron skillet top(?), and the communal experience of sharing food together, this is it. Quality over quantity. Style over substance (or meat). My wife and I have perfected the "honey" in Honey pig. These newbies below me don't know what they're talking about. They whine about things not relevant to the general populace, but have this notion of "Pig Heaven"...ALL FOR THE PRICE OF A GINSU KNIFE! If you want meat only, go to Chowon Buffet and eat to your heart's content. They're an excellent value, no joke. Better yet, go to Golden Corral and have it's "gourmet" steak, prime rib, chicken, and all the BBQ pork you want if you want to pay no more than $15.

    (4)

  • Foodie L.

    I came back here to Honey Pig for a friend's going away celebration with 5 other people. We each bought a different type of meat. I highly suggest getting meats that are marinated. There is more flavor vs the un-marinated meats. We ordered the "Honey Pig" which was unmarinated pork belly and it was okay. It felt like eating a ton of thick bacon. Kal-bi was our second choice and it was really good. There is bone, so they can cut it out for you. We also ordered the Bulgogi. It was delish as well. Service was great. The Soju (tastes like Korean vodka) is given to you in a teapot apparatus instead of the bottle. Afterwards, they gave us fried rice :)

    (4)

  • Gina C.

    OMG.... This place is da bomb! I've been wanting to try HP for a while. I'm not a big pork belly fan and I thought that is all they had. Glad I read the reviews beforehand. My party of 3 had the spicy pork belly, wine pork belly, and gal bi. Yes, I ordered the gal bi. It was 3 generous pieces of delicious meat! I tried the spicy pork belly and it was tasty. I like it a little on the burnt side. All the items that came with the meat were yummy. I've never had the rice paper wrap and enjoyed putting everything together. Although, I still prefer the lettuce. I thought there was so much food! The meat was plentiful. With the rice and soup at the end of the meal, I left feeling very uncomfortable from eating so much! We had great service from our waiter Andy. He was so tentative and very helpful cooking everything for us. I loved the 10 bottles of Fabreze next to the door as you walked out.

    (4)

  • Dave D.

    After just returning stateside from living in Seoul for a year and a half, I was curious how this Korean restaurant would stack up to the real thing. Bottom line: Great food, cool atmosphere, and everything was pretty authentic (besides the prices- $12 for soju? $17 for samgyupsal? We are in America, I guess). If you already like Korean barbecue or just want a good spot to try out something new, this is it.

    (4)

  • D L.

    Have gone for dinner several times. Service has gone down. The men don't always yell in unison, or answer service queries. Food taste is okay... I think it's more expensive than it's worth. Would take out-of-town people here if they prefer ambiance to taste.

    (3)

  • Krystal P.

    It's all about the fatty pork. If you want beef or your American friendly Korean foods like bulgogi, I would not suggest that you come here. I don't think the beef is that great, it's small in quantity for the price and not nearly as good as the pork. The only thing I order these days is the Honey Pig. Yes, just as in the photos everything is cooked in front of you. You'll start with some kimchi and bean sprouts on the grill. I like the kimchi and bean sprouts cooked, as they're a little overripe. This is where the plain pork is key. If you get the marinated pork they'll put some foil down on your grill to keep the pork from burning. This prevents the fat from dripping down, which I think is key in getting a good flavor to the kimchi and sprouts that are cooking. I know, it's kinda gross, but the kimchi needs that pork fat, or else it just tastes like dry burnt kimchi. They'll bring you some things to wrap the meat in, lettuce, rice cakes, and insanely thin radish slices. All are great and I recommend trying each one individually and then together. You'll likely have to ask for more sauces and side dishes and this is where it can get tricky. The place is always busy with waiters running around nonstop, so you may have several different waiters at your table during the night. Just push the button at your table for someone to come by. At other Korean restaurants you may be apprehensive in doing this, however if you don't do it here, you'll likely never see another waiter stop by. So, I really love this place and the more I go, the more I like it. However, one annoying thing is that they're somewhat inconsistent. After the meat is finished you're served squid with fried rice. Sometimes you get the squid and sometimes you don't, I guess it depends if they have it or not. Also, you should get a bowl of dwenjang jjigae at the end, however they frequently forget to put the order in for this at the end and it's very disheartening when your check comes and you realize that you're about to depart without this glorious ending to the meal. I generally ask for this earlier to ensure that it's brought out, but beware as sometimes it takes multiple requests. Overall, a great place if you don't mind a grease pit. Ladies, pull your hair back during dinner unless you want your hair to absorb the stench of cooked pork. Also, I wouldn't recommend wearing anything dry clean only to this joint.

    (4)

  • S C.

    Comfortable and spacious. The basic gimmick of having the dome barbecue in the middle of every table works. The meats are generally well prepared, however we all opted for the unlimited option which I would not recommend as these meats are not spiced as interestingly (judging by my glances on other people's plates). Also with four people we would have been totally fine (meaning stuffed) with three maybe four different dishes rather than unlimited and it would have been cheaper. Atmosphere is fast paced and jovial though might have been a bit better if the exhaust fans worked at the time. All the waitstaff were helpful and courteous and left you alone when it looked like you got the hang of it. Weird thing was they were almost all pretty Asian boys. Guess that works for some folks. I overall liked the design and image though I don't think I had an optimal experience there, I'm sure my second go round will be much better.

    (3)

  • Lam H.

    Went there yesterday for a friend's birthday and it was a terrible experience. What made it terrible was the customer service...especially considering the amount of money we spent there. The biggest issue for me was their application of the 'all you can eat' rules. The rule is, if you order the 'all you can eat' option, then everyone at the table has to order it as well. I actually agree with the rule in general as it prevents 'free' meals from being given out when one or two people pay for it while everyone else eats for free. The problem I had here was that in our party of 7, 5 people were ordering 'all you can eat' while me and my girlfriend ordered our own separate entrees which were MORE expensive than the 'all you can eat' meal. I tried to explain first to the server, then to the manager-on-duty that we were actually purchasing our own entrees because we wanted something different than what the 'all you can eat' offered. Also, I had to explain to her that our entrees were more expensive than the price of the 'all you can eat' meal! Eventually she gave us what we wanted, but it was after a very unacceptable, rude, distasteful attitude. After I asked our server if I could speak to his manager, she came over and asked me "What's the problem?". Ahem, excuse me? I've been in customer service a long time, both giving it and training others to do the same. The first thing you learn to do in customer service, whether you're in a retail store, service center or restaurant is you ask "How can I help you?". The second thing this "manager-on-duty" did wrong was tell me "well rules are rules and we just can't break them". She told me this after I explained to her that, I understand how the rule works and I respect it, although we were spending copious amounts of money on both food and drinks, and we were all ordering multiple items, so it wasn't a situation where some of us were getting freebies because others were ordering 'all you can eat'. For the restaurant's sake, I hope they do something about this manager's customer service skills. They serve standard quality Korean bbq that's over-priced, so they especially need to focus on customer service that differentiates them from the dime-a-dozen Korean bbq places that have popped up recently in metro Atlanta. This experience for me proved that they are a failure in the competitive world of dining in Atlanta.

    (1)

  • Pah L.

    ThIs place is overrated. I ordered garlic pork.. it was 3 pieces of bacon about 1cm thick & I paid 18$ for that!! On top of that, rice doesn't even come with the meal! You'd have to order it! & it cost 1.75 for a small bowl of rice. We also ordered korean pancakes & short ribs, but THEY NEVER BROUGHT IT OUT! Customer service is bad!! We didn't even know who was our waiter! I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. If you want your worth, GO TO A KOREAN BBQ BUFFET IN NORCROSS!

    (1)

  • Albert K.

    Probably one of the best Korean Pork Belly restaurants in Atlanta I'm giving it 3 stars because they are always so busy. As a result, wait time is long and the service is not that great.

    (3)

  • Mark S.

    What a great restaurant! The concept is fun and the food is tasty. Portions are also generous, which makes me feel better when pulling out the plastic. The waiters/waitresses seem to know the menu well, so ask away if things start getting a little too foreign for you.

    (4)

  • B J.

    Ambiance - A (nice contemporary style and clean bathroom) Staff - A- Food - A- Price - B (can be pricey...) I loved this korean bbq "dome" experience! It was my first time here and I'm used to the grated grill korean bbq in other korean restaurants, but this was truly unique with a twist of the usual korean cuts of kim chees and meats! 1:30 lunch time and wasn't crowded at all! I took my 89 year old dad, 85 - mother, 81 - aunt... they loved it! (well, except my one aunt doesn't like fat!) So, I ate her portion! Loved the idea of cooking the kim chee and bean sprouts on the dome, every once in a while, the waiter would add butter or fresh lime to clean off residue of previous cooked meats and then proceed adding the new meats on the dome... the butter was a nice flavor running on top of the warmed kim chee! Loved the brisket, rib eye, beef tongue (thinly sliced yumminess) , honey pork (young suckling) a little too fatty for my testure taste, might try the "black pig" the next time as I hear it's more lean. Also, the pork skin... a little too chewy / gummy for me. Loved all the accompaniments and sauces... my favorite is the daikon wraps and the rice paper wraps... but lettuce and the seasoned salad were refreshing. I requested korean hot chili paste also as this just added another flavor. So, cool that at the end of the meal to get the rice with nori and octopus mixed in with whatever was left on the grill... and the bowl of soup! ... and included in our meal. Nice touch! Overall, I thought this was a great presentation, delicious and I thought affordable as there were 7 of us and we ate for under $18 during lunch. We ordered ala carte as I wanted to experience the full service! Have no idea what the lunch specials were, but looks like one could have eaten for $6.95 a plate. Someone try and let me know! PS - I should note that when we first arrived the first person that waited on us didn't have good customer service skills (I think there might have been a language barrier as I had to point out the dish in the korean column) I was worried that this wasn't going to be a good waiting experience, but then...when it was time to cook and serve the food, another waiter popped up! SO, I loved my american born korean 2nd main server/cook... so hip with his long hair and very helpful with information on how to cook and eat!... I'm just so happy we got our "special" waiter by the time the food was ready for cooking.

    (4)

  • Lady M.

    I love this place! The guys waiter are all so nice and attentive. The atmosphere is cool and relaxed. It's a great place to hangout and eat good korean bbq food at the same time. Beware that it does get really busy on Friday and Saturday nights! However if you haven't tried this place, I recommend you to try it.

    (5)

  • Alexis N.

    Food was insanely good and service was excellent. Lots and lots of meat. Young, our waiter, was attentive, helpful, and very sweet. Great atmosphere and good for a larger party of 6-8 people.

    (5)

  • n y.

    My meal here was so sub par, i was compelled to sign up at yelp and leave this review. For the price, there is much better korean food elsewhere. The sheer lack of food with the entree was the worst part. My brother and I should have ordered at least four entrees instead of two. In truth, perhaps we are bigger eaters than your average asian. But in the asian culture, there aren't many things worse than running out of food for your guests. For $50, we could get steak dinners at outback and go home full. But in Duluth at Honey Pig, we went home disappointed and unsatisfied. Portions are small small small. If you like small plates of meat and lots of veggies. This will suit you fine. Flavor was decent. But if you really like to eat, do yourself a favor and trust me. go elsewhere. you will not see me here again.

    (1)

  • John C.

    Honey Pig exudes a wonderful ambiance. From the little piggies by the register to the wooden booths there is a consistency about the room akin to fung shui. The service is good enough. While it took a while to get seated, once plopped down servers stopped by regularly and offered fair recommendations. Where Honey Pig strikes is the price. The dishes are a la carte (rather than a buffet) and the soju is overpriced. By the end of the dinner, you will spend at least $30 bucks for a meal you can get at Iron Age for two thirds the price. Furthermore, my take on the meat is that it is slightly above average. This leaves me wondering why I would pay significantly more to get significantly less. That said, Honey Pig serves up a Korean BBQ worth salivating for. The overall experience was positive. However, given the choice I will opt for one of the other options in Duluth.

    (3)

  • Alicia K.

    Good, fun concept and yummy kimchi soup. Honey pig was delicious, but fried rice at the end wasn't that fun- pretty mushy.

    (3)

  • Travis B.

    Dinner at Honey Pig, which was my first experience with Korean style Barbecue was fantastic! Dont be initimidated by the heavy cast iron dome-style grill if you've never experienced this, as the friendly staff will be more than happy to suggest a good cross-section of samplings from the menu. The food is brought to the table and the server places everything properly for you, and the sizzle begins! Our meal (for 7 adults) consisted of one order each of: Short Ribs Special Rib Eye Scallops Honey Pig (x2) The tabletop-grill cooking method really began to work nicely about halfway through the meal, when the iron dome grill took on the many melded meat flavors. The final wrap-up including rice and octopus was a great finish, as the rice sipped up all the essence of smoky, porky goodness. We'll be back, and I'll be skipping lunch beforehand.

    (4)

  • Jennifer D.

    In love with this place but not the prices, you do get what you pay for. The meat quality here is much better than any other places I've been to around here. Love their bean sprouts. Amazing service also!

    (5)

  • Teresa Z.

    I fell in love with this place the first time I was there. Food is sooooo delicious! For unlimited bbq, the price is $27. It's relatively expensive comparing to other Korean bbq, but it's totally worth that, with the flavor and quality of meat.

    (5)

  • Betty R.

    Cannot believe it took us over a year of living in Gwinnett county to get to Honey Pig - but we finally made it, and it was really fun and delicious! I really don't understand the reviews that balk at the price - this was the cheapest night out that hubby and I have had in a LONG while (and we usually go to places like Marlow's and Taco Mac, for reference), and we felt like we had more food than we could possibly eat. We ordered the honey pig and the bulgogi, and I preferred the latter - it was really well-seasoned, and it got great caramelization on the grill. The fried rice at the end of the meal was also a happy treat - we waited till it got a bit crispy on the bottom, then YUM. I liked the kimchi more than any other version I've had. The negatives were relatively minor - it was REALLY loud, and I thought they kept it way too cold in the room. We can't wait to go back, though!

    (4)

  • Robert M.

    Honey Pig is basically a pig's version of veal. Young pig. oink oink. The space itself is very nice...contemporary/industrial and clean. The chairs are plush. The bathrooms are mesmerizing. Staring into the sink made me feel like I was floating towards the ceiling in Logan's Run. We got the 'honey pig' pork belly (the specialty), as well as an order of spicy pork belly. We felt we had plenty of food for 2. Bean sprouts and kimchee are the first to fall on the grill as other plates drop on your table to create all kinds of ways to wrap your pork belly. Lettuce, thin sliced daikon and rice cakes, jalapenos, garlic, sweet chili sauce, fermented bean paste, onions soaked in soy sauce, scallions, sesame oil/salt (my favorite)...along with this came a cold kimchee/radish soup. We preferred the honey pig pork belly over the spicy pork belly. It allows the flavors of your assorted wraps to shine. The belly was amazing, and if it burns it is only because you aren't paying attention, or expect a waiter wipe your mouth for you during service. The finish is a fried rice and soup. The rice is dumped onto the grill to capture the pork grease along with chopped kimchee and bean sprouts that were sizzling on your grill...along with mushrooms and onions and even octi if you'd like. Take advantage of the Febreeze at the exit if you play on going anywhere afterwards. You'll spend a few bucks here...but worth it!

    (4)

  • M L.

    the filet mignon at Honey Pig is exellent, I really like the variety in the meal here, bc you get cold soup and side dishes to start off with, then with the grilled meat, you get lettuce, lettuce mixed with scallions, sticky rice wrap, pickled daikon, and various sauces for your meat. THEN after the main course (the meat), the server will come to your table and make kimchee fried rice with their own concoction. Finally, you get a small bowl of soup to share with people at your table, who has room for dessert when you get this much food??? oh, scallops are delicious too!

    (4)

  • Steven B.

    Not sure.......maybe caught them on a bad day. We were seated relatively quickly but it took about 25 minutes for our drink orders and then half an hour more to order and have the meat brought.....a family at a table next to ours gave up and left for lack of service. When the food finally got to us it was good......however we had to corral a waiter at the end of a long long wait for our rice. I can't blame the wait staff as they were all running around at full speed. The whole experience food and service together was not worth 100 bucks for a party of four. Altogether we were in there over two hours and only had attention from a waiter for 4 minutes tops. I guess they are severely understaffed. As I said the food was good........but you're cooking it yourself and there is not a huge amount of meat.....we had pork and beef. These are thin cuts for grilling and none of us were full when we were done. .

    (2)

  • Phoutsady P.

    Prime rib was really good! Will recommend to family and friends! Open really late, service was great, price was reasonable will definitely be back

    (5)

  • Howard H.

    The quality becomes below average and not even as good as 15 dollars ones. What's more annoying is that we 6 people ate 4 plates, which is not even close, and the waiter said we ate too much and ask us to stop

    (1)

  • Chris H.

    Honey pig is sooooooooooo good. I love this restaurant. They are packed and clearly never have to worry about going out of business. Packed all the time and they have new flavors of marinade. I would eat here 3 times a week if I could.

    (5)

  • Sarah L.

    I took a friend for the first time there (who never had Korean food before- thinking it was a good idea to show how Korean cuisines are) and it was awesome food and service up until the point my sister joined for the last 15 mins we were there and they charged her for the unlimited meal. She literally had 5 pieces of meat (that was left over on the grill). I am not happy nor should they have charged her eating only 5 pieces of meat that was left over from the grill because I couldn't finish it and didn't want to waste it. I didn't want to argue with the waiter nor show my friend how bad customer service I got from a Korean restaurant. So if you're having friends join last minute and they have 1 piece of meat to eat, they'll charge you if you got the unlimited bbq. So enjoy and savor that 1 piece of meat for a whopping $27.

    (2)

  • Sandi C.

    I absolutely love it here. Its more expensive than other places for unlimited but definitely worth it. The meat is better and more variety, even seafood with unlimited. The servers are all exquisite! They all seem happy to be here. I love that it comes with the kimchi and bean sprouts. At iron age you have to ask for it. I'm not much a fan for the salad which consist of only sliced green onions. They finally have rice cake which I am so excited about. Definitely choose this place.

    (5)

  • Vanessa H.

    I came down to visit my extended family and they took my family here. Great food.. I was a bit chilly but I'm usually cold. They had really good Korean BBQ and were really attentive with us.

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    HOLY SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH....... This place is FRIGGIN' AMAZING! I was so incredibly surprised that this place is here. Having had korean bbq in Ktown - LA, Bay Area, Michigan (yeah random..) I thought I had tried it all..and then this place...aerwgjkarenga. Came here as a party of 6 and we all ordered the all you can eat. My bestie called it a "True Korean Experience"..and since she's Korean and pretty much a fob (hehe, love you!)..I trust her. :D First of all, the grill is a DOME. Which makes it cool to look at. Second of all, the Kimchi and the mung bean sprouts are placed directly on the grill to cook while you eat. Third, they give you mushrooms...and JUST SO YOU KNOW, you're supposed to let the mushrooms grill with the curve facing up. Over time there will be soup that collects within the mushroom and you're suppose to drink the soup before you eat the mushroom. Food was AMAZING! All of them are really good, just be careful with the marinated meats cuz it leaves BURNT pieces on the dome. Helpful tip: Don't fill up too much on the meat because they make kimchi fried rice with your leftover meat AND give you a tofu soup at the end of the meal. YUMMMM...

    (5)

  • TT S.

    I'm not impressed by their BBQ. What I really like is the rice that comes after your BBQ.

    (4)

  • Stephanie M.

    I went by here a few months ago after hearing so much about the place and finally decided to give it a shot , what I was thinking I'm not quite sure..... ? They had a sign out front advertising a couple of specials after taking a look went in side and asked for a table . Wanting b.b.q. I was informed a party of one was not allowed to cook at a table and would have to order from the menu . After sitting there for several minutes I flagged down a server and let them know I was ready to order was told o.k. and walked off .........? Finally some one comes over ready to take my order , I Asked about the specials on the board outside decided on one of them and the server starts shaking their head no & said they don't have it . I then Asked for the other special again the same response seriously , WTF ? It was 2:00 in the afternoon & the restaurant was completely empty . The service was bad , they were out of specials and I ended up eating something I didn't want due to hunger. The tofu soup that came with the meal was good not memorable . I drove out of my way to get to this restaurant for nothing . The up side , the pig decorations were cute .

    (2)

  • Jennifer C.

    This place is good but can get pretty $$$. I've never had a bad experience and I always leave plenty full!

    (3)

  • Tom C.

    I've been here several times but never yelped about it (until now). Honey Pig is a Korean BBQ place. You order different cuts of pork or beef and they give you several different lettuce, radish, or rice wrap to wrap it in. You can cook your own food or have the servers do it for you. My only beef against Honey Pig is that I feel like that it is over priced. I am a Korean American and I know other Korean BBQ places that have just as good or even better tasting meats. I will say, if you are taking your non-Korean friends to a Korean experience, I would take them here. Their decor here is better than any other Korean BBQ places that I do know.

    (3)

  • Sohee B.

    Female server was not so friendly. Spoke rudely and never came to check on our table. One certain male server pretty much took care of my family til the end. Smiled, friendly, even had small conversations. I hope you kept all the tip money. Loved that they had small fans cause that place is hot! We ordered the unlimited meat. They cut it somewhat thick (I prefer thin). I liked the wine pork and the black pig meat the best. The spicy pork belly wasn't as good as i thought it was going to be. Meat wise, I'd go to Oh My Samgyupsal.

    (3)

  • John O.

    Absolutely the best Korean BBQ I have had in nearly ten years!!! Coming from Garden Grove I was spoiled with so many excellent choices. Every element of my meal was just perfection. The beef was perfectly marblized. The Rice patties (they look like slices of cheese) were a great additon and added great texture. The seasoned soy bean sprouts and kimchi were actually cooked on the BBQ. These flavors were great additons to the beef and pork. Every bite was tender and quite delicious. At the end of the meal our server made fried rice from the remnants of the soy bean sprouts, Kimchi, and the meat. It was so delicious and picked up all the great flavors. Our server, Young Yim, was just outstanding. We were never in need of anything and he always knew what we needed before we asked. We had a group of five and we all just throughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you so much Honey Pig! I am a devoted fan!!

    (5)

  • Tanya L.

    I've heard so much about Honey Pig from friends and Food Network, so for my boyfriend's birthday we decided to try it. For the $75 (included tip) I paid for, I was disappointed. I actually preferred the Korean BBQ from a sketchy buffet down the street, which was less expensive. We walked in around 8 on Friday and were told there would be a 20 minute wait, it was about 10 minutes so they were good on that. A problem I had with it was the the waiting area....it's too small and you end up being right in front of the door and it's not pleasant when it's cold outside. The wait staff was actually very good. I think it was the best part of Honey Pig. We had 2 guys help us out and they both explained how everything works. Another down side, there is a minimum of ordering 2 entrees to get the food cooked on the skillet in front of you. Since it was just my boyfriend and I, we were planning on ordering the Honey Pig signature beef. Once they waiter told us we had to order a minimum of 2 meals to get the experience and all the sides, we decided on the signature pork along with the signature beef. Being told I have to order 2 entrees which were $30 and $20, I was ready for some alcohol. We got a teapot of Soju, which was good but it didn't get me buzzed like I was hoping. We got the kimchi and bean sprouts with four different sauces, and it I enjoyed it. We then received the beef. The beef was probably my favorite. I did like how the waiter would come from time to time and flip the meat over for us. The pork was later brought out, but it was fatty and not the best. It was still good with the bean sprouts and the onions though. For the prices I paid, I was expecting a lot more meat than the amount we were given. After we finished the pork, they brought tofu soup and made fried rice. The fried rice was better than the soup. I would give the food a 3 out of 5. The service 5 out of 5. The experience 2 out of 5. Maybe I just don't like the Korean BBQ concept, but I gave it a try and wasn't very happy with it.

    (2)

  • Amitenor U.

    The foods was great. The service was terrible.. if you want have an enjoyable experience, you have to go with some one of Asian decent... if not you will not be served and you will have to ask multiple times for things included in your meal and lastly the serving staff will try to avoid your table.

    (2)

  • Carol A.

    Wow, what a huge disappointment. In the AJC top fifty and Eater top 38. I would not ever waste the gas to get here. Cooking on the grill was cool but the cost of the meal was way out of proportion for what you got! $27 for some slices of tough beef cooked with bean sprouts and cabbage. Wait staff kind of standing around. They need to revisit this place and rate it again. Even the highly acclaimed pork belly was flavorless and tough.

    (2)

  • Lisa E.

    I need to preface this by saying that before going to Honey Pig for lunch last week, I had never tried Korean food before - authentic, barbecue or otherwise. Always up for taste bud-expanding experiences, I headed over with a friend around 1:30 on a Friday. The place was pretty quiet, just us and two larger parties of folks who looked far more experienced with the fare than we were. The restaurant has great ambience, a little upscale, very modern. If we go back for dinner I would be inclined to wear more than jeans and sandals. In the evening they do a "traditional" Korean barbecue by cooking the meat in cast iron pots at your table. For lunch, the meal is cooked in the kitchen, so we perused the menu, trying out names like "bulgogi," and "gal bi," feeling a bit lost. Our server was either not very knowledgeable or not very friendly. I am not afraid to ask questions but he had no answers for me so I was left to choose my meal blindly. I went with the Bulgogi, thinly sliced ribeye in a brown sauce served with vegetables. My friend chose the Don Katsu, fried pork cutlets that also came with vegetables and miso soup. While we waited for our entree, the server brought out four dainty dishes of food and left them wordlessly in the center of the table. My companion and I had no clue what to do. Were these appetizers or garnishs for the meal yet to come? Do we dig in immediately with our little metal chopsticks or would that make us look unsufferably rude? Our eyes met across the table and we grinned uncomfortably. We decided to sample what was before us. One bowl held a garlicky mix of julienned and steamed white and sweet potatoes. The next, short flat noodles with a delicate fish flavor. The third was a spicy mixture of scallions and chili paste and the fourth held chewy, salty pinwheels that tasted of the ocean - we later discovered these were squid. Our entrees arrived on sizzling cast-iron dishes. The meats were amazing. That shouldn't be surprising considering this is a place that specializes in barbecue! My beef was so tender and my friend's pork was juicy perfection. I actually wish I'd ordered his! The Korean miso soup was delicious as well, with a fuller flavor - more meaty and smoky - than any I have had at a Japanese restaurant. We snagged sticky rice from stainless steel bowls in between bites of hot meat and filled up quickly. Ok, here's where I share the not so appetizing part of my meal. I wish my server had warned me away from the noodles. I'd ordered "Korean style noodle w/ mixed vegetables." These cold, skinny, shiny red noodles were served to me atop a bed of greens and drowned in a blood red sauce...it looked like something from a parasitology class and it was possibly the most unappetizing thing I've ever had set before me! Not to be deterred by looks alone, I took a deep breath and dug in, grabbing a gob of the wormy noodles and shoveling it in my mouth. The flavor was good but the texture...GAH! The noodles were as slimy as they were shiny and of an elastic texture that required some jawing to gnaw them in half. Having visions of Fear Factor I just...couldn't...do it. I pushed the bowl as far away from me as possible and went back to the perfection of the barbecued meat. One of the managers came over, an incredibly charming young woman who asked how we were enjoying things - especially the noodles - and I was frank. She laughed and said when she saw the order come in she figured either I was a pro at eating Korean food or that I didn't realize what I was getting. I admitted we were complete noobs. She then took it upon herself to educate us. She was a wonderful tour guide! I asked her about the little bowls that came first and she said they were appetizers and told me what was in each bowl. She took kitchen scissors and chopped up my creepy noodles and stirred the veggies in saying the smaller bites make it more palatable, and it definitely did - adding in the crunch of the greens changed the texture a lot. She also brought out tangy bowls of pickled daikon, a korean radish, and soy paste and showed us how to wrap some of our meat in the daikon, add a dollop of soy paste and eat it like a tangy, crunchy Korean taco. She even poured iced barley tea for us to sample, which had the flavor of a wicker sofa but I appreciated the gesture. So, I'm giving Honey Pig four stars because of the cool and unique ambience, the amazing meats and particularly for that really wonderful manager. Sometimes a friendly face makes all the difference. Next time I'll know to order daikon, dig in when they bring my appetizer of seasonal side dishes and SKIP THE NOODLES!!!

    (4)

  • rachel m.

    YUM! I have limited exp in Korean BBQ admittedly but I think this place is awesome. It is modern and CLEAN inside and with my exposure mostly being from Buford hwy this is a great atmosphere for me. The walls are actually covered in what looks like to be magazines when you examine closey..very cool. The bathrooms has really pretty sinks that lit up and I am pretty sure there was a bidet on the toilet. Or some fancy self cleaning device...I also have limited exp with bidets. We were seated immediately and had our order taken. Pork belly and Bugulgi. The sprouts and kimchi were added then the pork belly. I loved seeing the pork fat drip down and flavor the sides! We had all of our little dishes ready to go and our server told us when the pork belly was ready and I am glad because I was unsure. I didn't know if i would like the pork belly because of all the fat on it but it was a wonderful firm texture which all tasted like bacony goodness. The bugolgi came next and it was well seasoned. Once we stuffed our faces, we stuffed them more with the fried rice. It was pretty good, i added the miso to it to give it a little more of a salty flavor. We were well attended too. We had to ask for a few things but they were very nice and quick when we did ask. I wish this place wasn't out in the sticks or I would come back more often. I thought the price was fair. 35$ before tip for all of that and the experience was well worth it. LOVE IT!

    (4)

  • Kevin K.

    Food is good, better than most similar all you can eat type of places in ATL.. That being said, this place effing charged us $4 for a can of Sprite. Service went down the drain. Had freaking little punks all tatted up serving. Slow, unresponsive, and did I mention slow? And it was not busy as most of them were just loitering around the kitchen area... Expect to pay $30 a head after tax and tip. But $4 for a can of sprite is little extreme especially since we ordered alcohol too... Pos There are other places that service equal if not better quality meat with better service but cheaper at 678 or todamgor. I recommend those places to try as well.

    (2)

  • Michael L.

    We came here on the way back from a trip to north GA (where we had some awesome BBQ at a farmer's market known for selling fried pies! But that's for another review). We ordered 3 kinds of meats (the pork belly, beef brisket, and beef short rib). All the meats were of decent quality, and tasted as much. The kimchi was decently fermented, and the sprouts were a tasty source of veggies. The fried rice made with the leftovers on the cooking dome is a nice touch. This place is good (both service and food quality), but I can't say it's necessarily special. Just can't quite give it a 4, because usually 4s are for places I'd look forward to returning to. Despite the good experience, I'm not really feelin' it. Having the A/C above drip water onto me several times wasn't a plus either, but whatever. (3.5)

    (3)

  • Bob D.

    Worth travelling to. Good Korean barbeque. Very authentic presentation and flavors.

    (4)

  • Rani C.

    So much meat. Good Lord. I actually wanted salad for the next few days. If you like pork, chicken, beef, go here. Very fun place to go with a huge group of friends.

    (4)

  • Joselle C.

    I've been hearing this korean bbq place from my sisters so I thought I'd give this a shot. The name doesn't sound korean tho. HONEY PIG. haha. Anyway, I went here with my husband, cousin and a friend over dinner yesterday and here's what I have to say. It's quite expensive! The four of us shared 3 orders. Bulgogi, Sam gyupsal and kalbi. It was just enough for us but when they split the bill to 4, each of us ended up paying $17+. I wish we just went to Iron Age and ate all you can korean bbq for $15! I didn't like the sides either. Not that much good selections. The taste of the meat was good (they all taste the same to me anyway). I really wasn't thrilled. At least I've got to experience it and I'm on to discover a new korean bbq place! lol

    (3)

  • Christin K.

    The food is actually good here. They put the mung beans and kimchi on there to fry. I came with a group, about 6 people, and I think that was the perfect amount for all the side dishes and all that. It is a little crowded, in terms of the table being really small, there's not that much room for all the food, dishes, cups. You better get cozy with whoever you went out with. I like the cold kimchi soup, it gives a good refreshing taste. Also the rice wraps were nice. Everything was really good, minus 1 star for the seating/ table room and -1 for being overpriced.

    (3)

  • Amaryllia L.

    Came here last night with 2 girlfriends who have been telling me how much they love this place and how huge their portions are...unfortunately, after an order of berkshire pig, an order of boneless prime short rib, and an order of jumbo shrimp (totally $67!), I was full, but not nearly as stuffed as I had expected to be. As for the food itself: * boneless prime short rib - pretty average; nothing all that special about it. a bit on the dry side if anything. i could easily get tastier beef at ANY other Korean joint. * jumbo shrimp - $24 for 4 shrimp...ridiculous. * berkshire pig - looked like thick bacon before cooking (which got me excited), but tasted dry, borderline-burnt, and flavorless after cooking (boo!). It was so short of expectations that I had to make myself some bacon for breakfast this morning. With the exception of the sliced pickled daikon, all of the food either tasted super spicy or super bland. If I were to start the rating at 3 stars: +1 for good atmosphere and experience (almost "fun" for a first timer) -0.5 for mediocre service -0.5 for being so crazy expensive -1 for food that I have no desire to try again On a final note, I wonder if I should have came with a Korean friend because when we walked in, it seemed like most other tables DID have huge portions of food and fried rice...or maybe we got jipped for being 3 "skinny" girls. We get hungry too!!

    (2)

  • Alex H.

    Wow. U guys who living near this place and visited here are so poor. How could u guys say it was delicious and great? The worst taste pork and beef here!!! Check ur tongues, pleaz. A star is just for posting. I don't wanna give any score for this place.

    (1)

  • Dexter M.

    Well, I love the Honey Pig. I've been many times with friends and we gladly drove the 25 miles from Atlanta to Duluth. Apparently, some people don't like this place... but then again, some people don't like chocolate.

    (5)

  • John E.

    I hooked up with a fairly large group of restaurant geeks at Honey Pig last Thursday night. I wanted to wait until I had the time to do a good, honest review so that accounts for the delay - I thought this restaurant worth exploring a bit. I've seen the cast iron lid-style Korean cooking before but haven't done more than sample a couple of things - this is the first time I've sat down and really immersed myself in this particular type of cooking. I've eaten more than my fair share of Korean (I'm half so I grew up eating my mother's and her many friend's cooking so you can say I'm "experienced") but most of that involved the more traditional dishes - restaurant fare mostly came later to me as an adult. I'd mostly only had samgyupsal as an ingredient in kimchi jjigae (kimchi soup) - I think I first saw samgyupsal cooking on a cast-iron lid on the west coast. At first glance it looks similar to the grills you see in typical Korean BBQ places, then you notice that they are larger and look more like inverted woks. There's a lip going around the edge and a hole for the fat to drain into a waiting metal bowl. Most of the gas heat is near the top so the meats and foods that take longer to cook are usually placed there, with veggies and kimchi towards the base of the "mountain" - a little pat of butter is usually melted near the top before the meats are placed. Our group was split into two tables - at our table we had two each of the pork belly (think thick slabs of short-cut bacon) and beef loin (shaved thin) with one vegetarian mushroom entree. The meal is preceded by some cold daikon soup which was really refreshing - next plates are placed on the table various accouterments such as leaf lettuce and rice skins (to make wraps), raw garlic, sambal paste and Doen Jang Jjigae (bean paste). You assemble your dish using any variation of ingredients using the lettuce or rice paper or just swirling the meats and popping them in the mouth. The first things to go on lid the was kimchi and beansprouts - with the shaved beef near the top. The dish is accompanied by a fair assortment of ingredients as mentioned above - you just pick a few ingredients and place in the lettuce or your plate and go to town. Next comes the pork - I liked dredging the samgyupsa in the gireumjang (salt and sesame oil) before placing the rice wrap (suggested by my friend John Foster who frequents the restaurant and the leader of this venture) - quite tasty - add a wedge of raw garlic to kick it up a notch. The mushrooms were at the other end of the table but I saw inoki and portobellos amongst others - I heard comments regarding how delicious everything was. The meal is finished off with rice and some chopped nori - basically what's left of the lid is all cut up and stirred around on the hot lid to produce fried rice. This is accompanied with some tofu soup. We all had Hite beer and some soju to lube down this wonderful meal - the best thing about Korean cooking in general is the sense of communal gathering and sharing. This type food is made for groups to enjoy with plenty of conversation. I'm not sure if I would recommend this restaurant to everyone - I would call it a "next step" restaurant after some more typical Korean fare is experienced. Some people too may be turned off a bit by the fatty pork - but if it's allowed to stay in the heat for a bit you end up with bacon, and who doesn't like bacon? I think next time I'm trying the sea scallops - I can just taste the flavor of large plump scallops in bacon fat...aaah!

    (4)

  • Lauren K.

    Best K BBQ on the east coast! The service is always great too!

    (5)

  • Kathy H.

    PORK BELLY SIGNATURE DISH = HAPPY. Korean rice wine with your meal is a must (Kooksoondang Makkoli is quickly becoming my new fav!) To grill at your table, you have to order 2 menu items, we chose the pork belly signature dish and the pork skins (yes, we adore pork). Belly was lovely, grilled up all brown and crispy and served with bean sprouts and kimchi, plus they bring some fabulous accompanying sauces and a pickled onion jalapeño relish that is to DIE for. Pork skins were lovely and unlike any before - chewy rather than crunchy, but no less divine. Meal ended with a kimchi infused Korean style fried rice with seaweed that was delish - much better than other Asian fried rice dishes I've had. 2 dish minimum is enough food for 4 or a good doggie bag for 2, so go hungry or roll with a herd - either way it's a worthwhile endeavor!

    (4)

  • Cherry L.

    I am definitely a fan..... been 3-4x in the past 6 months--but dont think i'll be going back for a while....its not something I can eat often as there is not a wide array of flavors and offerings (since i only order the pork) and its just soooo darn heavy....pork belly (read: SUPER FATTY). pricey but good! The young korean guys are always helpful and nice. I've only ordered the pork, so not sure how any of the beef/vege choices are. But the pork is GOOD. The grilled kimchi and bean sprouts are GOOD ALSO. yums. And as other reviews have said, bbq comes with all you can eat rice cake wrappers, daikon wrappers, green onion, jalepenos (fresh and pickled), pickled onions, fresh garlic (which i usually grill it so its not so pungent), chili paste, bean paste, and lettuce. I usually like to wrap meat + rice wrapper + daikon + lettuce + w/e sauce....nomnomnommm As always, you leave korean bbq smelling like grilled...but i saw that they put out a few febreeze sprays near the door to battle that issue haha. FYI, i suggest ordering close to a plate of meat per person at first, and if it isnt enough, you can always add more. ALSO, they have all you can eat for around $23 i think (however, i hear that the pork slices are the *top of line honey pig* quality...not sure of the diff)

    (4)

  • Kathleen O.

    My first experience with Honey Pig was a really nice one. I love the concept of the "family style" dinner and having such a run means of sharing the meal over a cast iron dome was truly a unique experience. Having never experienced Kim Chi before, I found myself really enjoying the complexity of the heat and cabbage combination. The pork belly was suggested by one of our servers and I found it way too fatty for my taste but the seasoned beef suggested was succulent and a treat. Next time I will try the beautiful shrimp I saw being delivered to tables around us. I am a big beliver in rating the entire dining experience and feel I can not give more than a 3 to Honey Pig because of the disappointing attitude of one of the ladies serving us. She was obviously very busy however, she threw things down on our table, did not respond to our direct questions and huff around and made us feel intrusive to her existence. This being said, I absolutely understand that all people have bad days. We had a fun time, enjoyed the food and will be going back again. However, attitudes of staff reflect on the establishment as a whole and Honey Pig's management should at least be aware how attitudes can impact their customers.

    (3)

  • Jennifer O.

    i have been to honey pig numerous times but am finally getting around to writing a review. generally, i have always had a positive experience at honey pig so i thought i'd share my thoughts: - meat quality is better than most similar restaurants (i.e. iron age). i noticed that the meat does not come out served frozen at honey pig and i appreciate that because frozen meat is a little tougher. - i like having the bean sprouts and kimchi cook along with the meat. if you like kimchi, you'll love their kimchi. it's so good. though they give you only a few sides, generally they pair well with the meat so no complaints here. and they refill it, if you ask. - service is generally good. i personally have never had a bad experience and feel that the guys are always friendly and do a good job. - price is why i took off 1 star. i understand that the price needs to be higher for better quality so i completely understand. if you go with a group of people (specifically guys), they will tend to order the unlimited portion. however, if one person orders it, then the entire party has to order the same thing. in my case, i don't feel like i can eat around $25 worth of meat so it is a bit inconvenient when going with large groups. but overall, i do enjoy eating here when i don't mind splurging a little.

    (4)

  • Sonya S.

    Tasty food! Nice atmosphere! Hence the two stars. If we were asked "Is this your first time at Honey Pig?", the review below would have been much different. We were in the neighborhood and decided to give Korean BBQ ala Honey Pig a try. Two of us love, love, love Korean food. This was the first Korean BBQ restaurant we've been to. Given my experience dining with a genuine Korean family at their home many moons ago, it couldn't be too bad, right? We walked in and got seated. Nice, cool and tranquil atmosphere. The cooking area is right in front of you and after each of us put our order in, the seasoned bean sprouts and kimchee made an appearance on the heating griddle. Then, a little saucer of cracked salt/pepper, something opaque and glutinous, a trio of condiments also appeared. Soon our meats appeared and began to cook. The waiters made no attempt to explain anything or converse at any point during our visit. They offered absolutely no suggestions in choosing what to order. Once in a while, they came by to turn the meat. We asked questions, like, 'why does that table seem to have more food, etc.' but it felt like we were pulling teeth. It was clear that we were on our own. I suppose when I asked the waiter if we would be receiving any rice, it should've been a wake up call that we were Korean BBQ virgins. He asked "If you really want some rice, I can bring you some." Thanks. Soon the place began to fill up. Mostly Koreans. Soon their griddles and tables were full of interesting things. For example, we didn't know you could order a basket of lettuce to make lettuce wraps. Sitting there with sizzling meat before us and no clue how to eat it as a meal confused us a bit. Aha!!! Ask and you shall receive an answer! The glutinous blob were sheets of wet and sticky rice "paper". We tried to pick it up and "stuff" it like a wonton, but it failed. So, we piled it on the plain steamed rice in a bowl. After our food was gone, I watched intently as a woman nearby heartily took lettuce and piled stuff on it and ate it. From her, I learned how your supposed to eat the glutinous rice paper. It made me wish I had her experience. She had the system down like a pro. We did not get any sympathy from the staff. The confusion, lack of direction, lack friendly instruction and suggestions left us feeling fleeced once the bill arrived. Honey, keep your pig.

    (2)

  • Marty J.

    You should go to Honey Pig for the experience rather than the food and value. The food is not bad. It's just not better than any other Korean BBQ joint out there. The prices are almost double what I'm used to paying for K-BBQ, but the experience (dome on the table, food cooked in front of you, pop music, etc) makes up for it. The ambiance is trendy and I feel very cool when I'm there. The Hite beer lives up to the "cool and refreshing" words on its label. I've also tried their raspberry wine which is very sweet. For all of the Jews out there, it tastes almost exactly like Manischewitz. I wouldn't be surprised if the words "Ok everyone! Time to switch from the Manischewitz bottles to the Korean raspberry wine bottles" are shouted everyday at the Manischewitz factory. While the banchan selection is limited to kimchi and sprouts, the amount of each is endless. Two different wraps (rice and radish) are provided for your enjoyment and a cool soup is served before your mains. I've tried 3 of their main dishes: * Shrimp - You get 4 of the biggest skrimps I've ever seen. I almost thought they were lobster tails when they brought them out. Along with the skrimp, about 3 different types of mushrooms are served with this dish. * Honey Pig - I feel obligated to order the dish the restaurant is named after. Sometimes it's more fatty than other times, but if you like bacon, then you will like this dish. Personally, I like when it's been sitting on the grill for awhile and becomes more crunchy than chewy. * Bulgogi - I order bulgogi every time I eat Korean BBQ. I feel it's very hard to mess up bulgogi and Honey Pig certainly didn't mess it up. The scraps of kimchi and sprouts are made into fried rice at the end of the meal so be sure to save just a little bit of room. A hot and spicy soup is also served at the end of the meal, but I'm usually not feeling soup at this point. I'd recommend taking K-BBQ newbies here as it will be a cool introduction to a new food for them. I'd also recommend coming here if you're looking for a cool experience. Otherwise, I'd go to a less trendy K-BBQ spot and save some cash money.

    (3)

  • Nancy Y.

    This place offers an entire dining experience. I went with a bunch of my friends on a visit to ATL. We sat and grilled and talked and ate. So much fun! It's not your typical Korean BBQ place - very clean, not smoky, great atmosphere - maybe a little bit on the yuppy side. You definitely pay for this upgrade though. I liked the different sauces and wrappings they offer. Instead of just gochujang and lettuce, they had different options to add to your meat. The waiters were very helpful without being intrusive. I'm not sure if this place is linked to the Honey Pigs in MD and VA. Definitely doesn't feel like they're related...

    (4)

  • Lisa P.

    Ok the food was ok. But I have never walked into a Korean restaurant and have them use butter on the grill instead of oil. Unauthentic!! Second, they never clean or change the grilling plates and cooked the fried rice right on it with all the burnt cramp mixed into the fried rice. I didn't even touch the fried rice. Gross! Other than that the atmosphere is cool but the food is below my expectations!

    (2)

  • Tammi D.

    I liked Honey Pig. Good food, and a lot of food! Trust me, you will not leave hungry. The ambiance in there is nice, and service was excellent! I liked that they had large bottles of water for you, so you didn't have to search for a server every time you wanted a refill. The scallops are huge! I have never seen scallops that large in my life. They were very good. The shrimp were large as well, but they get overcooked...no way for that not to happen unless you pull them off the heat fast. My husband got the spicy pork, and he said the flavor was excellent. The kimchi is really good, and I love that they stir fry everything that's left with some rice to give you fried rice...if you happen to have any room left in your stomach. The rice was tasty, but the fish sauce flavor in it was a bit overpowering. All in all, not my favorite place, but the service and food was good enough for me to return. My husband loved it, and is still raving, so we will be back sooner than later.

    (3)

  • Darleen V.

    I really really want to give Honey Pig a 5 star rating however my service was SO SO awful I needed to take away 2 stars. I've been to a few Korean BBQ places in the area and Honey Pig has the best food but our experience was ruined by the lack of service, explanation, and rudeness of our waitstaff. We expected much more for $30 per person. Our party of two was barely greeted as we entered the restaurant, we were seated and within 2 mins someone was there to take our orders. Fortunately we had looked at the menu ahead of time and knew what we wanted, the waiter also didn't take our drink order until after he took our menus. We ordered tea and I'm not sure if the tiny metal cups they give you are for tea or water, since we were only given one each we had to finish our tea to be able to use those cups for the community water they leave you. The waiter then brought out the kimchee, condiments, and loaded one of the meats, we expected him to be back to add the others however no one returned until the meat was overdone. At that point we started asking questions and the waiter answered us rudely stating "oh, you need that stuff" when we asked for rice and lettuce. After the awkward encounter with out waiter he seemed to avoid us the rest of the evening sending others to do tasks. At the end they make fried rice and bring you soup, none of which is mentioned to you. A girl came over to ask if we wanted the fried rice, we had to ask if it was included, she was friendly enough, prepared it and stated "have a good night." We at that point had assumed our service was over and 5 mins later the waiter brought us a bowl of soup and stated it was for the fried rice, we looked at him confused so he than put the soup in a to-go cup. We also had to ask for our check, and to-go containers the waiter showed no sense of urgency even though it was clear we were ready to go and they were not busy. Wish I could go back because of the delicious food but I would never put anyone I know or myself through that service experience again! :(

    (3)

  • John L.

    The atmo is loud and you'll notice there's a lot of ppl during dinner. As all Korean BBQ places you will come out you might start to notice your dog at home loves you more. Cha - do is probably the way to go here and you get the unlimited small dishes to boot. Honey Pig has a rice wrap (the white thing that looks like sliced jello) which is not offered at many other Korean BBQ places - but you can wrap your meat, rice and a little brown sauce in the rice wrap or lettuce. That button at the end of your table - its like in an airplane. Touch it and the kitchen will yell and someone will be over to help you.

    (4)

  • Johnny W.

    OK, so I'm Korean and grew up in LA so I know what good Korean food is and this place definitely has it. Read some of the reviews that rated this place poorly and I just don't get it. This place was recommended by a local Korean and then we saw the bit about it on Unique Eats so we had to try it. We are a family of 6, and we left there stuffed and the check was very reasonable compared to other Korean BBQ's we've frequented. We ordered the "honey pig" which was pork belly, the brisket (chadol bae gi), kalbi, and the octopus. Other than the beer I had, that was all we were charged for. So all the daikon and rice paper wraps, the panchan, the kimchee, the rice, the bean sprouts were all complimentary. There were also 3 dipping sauces and some roasted garlic and jalapeños. Everything was great. The food was so flavorful. And, when you are done, they fry some white rice and veggies for you on the dome so it picks up all the juices and scraps from what you've been eating. Also a bowl of denjang soup in a stone bowl to share was complimentary. Our daughters didn't want to share the denjang because it was that good. There are a lot of great restaurants we've tried but there is just a few where you just know that you are going to be a regular at. This one is it. Sure there are a lot of Korean BBQ's in Duluth but why do we need to keep looking for some place better when we found one that is great on taste, service and price? Just wish it was closer to where we live.

    (5)

  • Cara B.

    Based on the reviews, I think this place must be crazy inconsistent with it's portioning. While it is not a cheap meal for 2, we left saying it was way too much. We almost said no to the fried rice/soup but hey we paid for it... With that said, this is not a two person date kind of a place. They have a two dish minimum, so we had to order two despite the fact that it was obvious from looking around us that one dish would be more than plenty. Oh well, we left full and happy! The inside is nicer and more upscale than the average. I liked that about Honey Pig; sometimes a hole in the wall isn't what you are looking for! The service is good if you can remember to push the button. We didn't realize it was there and sat for way too long before a really cute waiter came over and asked us if we had ordered. Realizing we were newbies, he took us under his wing and gave us some much needed instruction. While I have some Korean cousins, I had never physically been to a Korean BBQ place, so we definitely needed the help. Most of the staff was more than helpful; don't be timid if it is your first time! Based on what I've already said, you may have picked up that I may not be the most knowledgeable Korean BBQ connoisseur, but hey, we were already talking about who to ask to come with us the next time we had a craving. In my opinion, this fact speaks volumes as to how much we enjoyed ourselves. So what all do you get? A cold soup, kimchi, marinated bean sprouts, whatever meats you order, a sweet sauce, a chili sauce, pickled radishes, rice cakes, fried rice, and a hot soup... Whew, makes me feel full just thinking about it. We enjoyed everything, but I think I would hesitate to order the house special pork again because it wasn't as memorable or flavorful as the beef dish we ordered (I honestly have no clue what the beef dish was called). I'd give you a 4.5 if I could...

    (4)

  • Pam L.

    I've been to Honey Pig several times before and last night will be the last time that I will ever eat there. They have an unlimited option that consists of several types of meat. We have know this but did not know which meats we were able to choose from because 1) our waiter had poor english 2) we did not know how to read the confusing korean/english menu. We always only ordered the thin beef brisket as that the only meat we knew was definitely part of the unlimited meal plan. This time around however, when our waiter came to us asking which type of BEEF we wanted, we were confused. No waiter had ever asked that before. We were aware that there was only one type of beef available in the unlimited meal plan. So we thought that the unlimited options had changed and that they had added other types of meat in there. Pointing to the menu, we asked if the short ribs was part of the unlimited plan. Our waiter nodded yes and said "I think so". We were surprised and excited to try new things. This happend 4 more times, each time asking if the new meat we were trying was part of the unlimited plan. Each time, the waiter nodded his head. You can imagine our shock when our bill turned out to be $170 when we expected $90 (4 unlimited meal plans). Turns out, the new meats we were trying were NOT on the unlimited meal plan. As the manager was not in, the head waiter was in charge and immediately accused us of taking advantage of the ENGLISH INCOMPETENT waiter. EXCUSE ME? We were trying to take advantage of him?? More like he was taking advantage of us! There were 4 of US there and we KNOW that we asked each time if the meats were on the unlimited plan. The head waiter did not even ask us what had happened between us and the waiter. He took the waiter's word that we had never asked him if it was part of the unlimited and insisted that we had to pay the full bill. The waiter straight up lied to our faces. He probably did not even understand what we were saying to him in English the entire meal time. I would not have mind paying for the entire bill if : 1) The head waiter had apologized for the misunderstanding (He did not say sorry at ALL) 2) He had not accused us of taking advantage of the waiter. He did not even bother to find out the facts before accusing us. I will NEVER EVER COME BACK. They are one of the RUDEST PEOPLE I have ever encountered in the restaurant industry.

    (1)

  • Winston G.

    I'm not sure if this is the same Honey Pig they have in LA, but everything here reminds me of the good old days eating Korean BBQ in LA's K-town. The thing to get here is the Honey Pig, or the Korean version of bacon... sam galp sal. (spelled incorrectly, for sure.) Either way, the pork belly is pretty amazing here, as it has a perfect balance of meat and fat. The entire grill is filled with kim chi and bean sprouts, and the waiters are very good at managing the grill. We also ordered the kalbi, which was good, but I would probably just stick with the pork next time. The pork is the real deal. 4 plates of food for 4 people, came out to about $21 a person including tax and tip. Very reasonable price. The soju looks to be a bit pricey here, so we refrained from drinking. The meal ends with some fried rice, so make sure you leave room for that. I will definitely be coming back here again!

    (4)

  • Ivan S.

    On a whim, we drove to a strange land filled with SUVs and Applebee's and littered with strange, exotic place names like Duluth, Lawrenceville, and Lilburn. That's right; we drove to Gwinnett County. We traversed roads whose names I only knew as landmarks mentioned during radio traffic reports. Who is this Steve Reynolds and why does he merit a Boulevard? Is there a new Norcross Road to match the old one? Whose beaver was ruined and did it hurt much? Questions upon questions abound in this far off land. So what was it that drew us from our intown torpor and spend our skymiles on such an expedition? I had to try Honey Pig. Now in most contexts, stating "I had to try Honey Pig," is best left for lonely farmhands, but in this singular instance, it's something to be shouted from on high. "It's Korean BBQ!" I subsequently explained to friends. "Oh, okay, I know what you're talking about." No you don't. You know of bulgogi and grilled meats. You know of that trip we made to Hae Woon Dae where we ate ourselves silly and congratulated ourselves for being so open-minded. This is different. This is samgyeopsal jip, where instead of a grill, meats (pork bellies, really) are cooked on a castiron helmet. Pork bellies and steaks appear, sizzling meat upon metal, They join kimchi and pickled bean sprouts where upon you're instructed to wrap everything in either rice or radish wrapper (or lettuce leaves) and eat away. Now some have noted the lack of English being spoken here. I didn't see that at all. Our server/cook, resplendent in fabulous J-Pop hair and hipster t-shirt, was polite, instructive and spoke perfect English. He appeared promptly when we pressed the call button (ok, the one time we pressed it) each table has. We ate and ate. Just when we thought we were done, our server/cook brought out fried rice and cooked them with the remains of the day. (By the way, charred kimchi is spectacular.) The space? Modern yet rough-hewn. The lighted bathroom sinks are hypnotizing. The fiancee enjoyed the bidet while I avoided using it. Sigh. While I won't go so far as to declare Gwinnett great, in this case, I'll definitely give them credit where credit is due. Four and a half stars. If the next meal I have is this good, it'll rate a definite five.

    (4)

  • Huazzy K.

    I love Samgyupsal (Pork Belly) and this place has it. There's * I love, love it when it's a dedicated Samgyupsal place w/ the right grills and vents and seating arrangement. This place has it. There's ** I love, love, love good service, and the waiter was courteous cooked the meals for us randomly, and filled our waters/soju glasses frequently. There's *** I love, love, love, love dduk-bo-ssam (ricecakesheet?) and not all the samgyupsal places offer it. There's **** Finally, I love, love, love, love, love funny meats (exotic meats- Maybe it's my South American upbringing). Asked the waiter about a certain specialty Samgyupsal that was more expensive than the rest. Me: Sorry, why is this one so much more expensive? Waiter: (in Korean): "mmm... how do I explain this...?" Me: ..... Waiter: Baby pig? Me: O.O !!! Piglet Samgyupsal?!! So I got that jams in a hurry. Hurt my heart a bit (but you eat veal!), but blew my mind and captured my heart!* THAT GIVES IT A RESOUNDING. ***** !!!! Five- Seu-tah! (Wild Japanese Game Show Cheering!) *Someone tells me they don't really serve Piglet meat and the waiter just didn't describe it right. I refuse to believe it. I just call it piglet samgyupsal.

    (5)

  • Ellie N.

    I really dont know what the hype is about this place. There are so many decent korean BBQ places in the area and probably cheaper too. Their side dishes were average, nothing special. We ordered the signature pork dish, shrimp and a bibim nang myun. The nang myun was not bad, but then again i've never been to a korean place and had bad nang myun so.. The portion was a little on the small side, take into consideration that I was eating other stuff too, and i still thought it was kinda small. the shrimp was good, but we got 4 shrimp for $24-$26...dont remember. They are large shrimp but 4 (they aren't the HUGE shrimp either). I'd rather it be more of the regular size shrimp. . Don't plan on getting full off an order of shrimp! The pork wasn't anything special at all. Just pieces of pork, unmarinated and grilled. They do give you a decent amount of bean sprouts though, that's about the only thing you get plenty of here. We saw several tables get the unlimited option, which means its probably pretty good. Its definitely the cheaper way to get everyone full. But you have to have at least 2 people getting it. I'd say if you come here you should try the unlimited option, probably the best way to go, just make sure that everyone in your party agrees because from the other reviews it seems like EVERYONE has to get it.

    (3)

  • Tina T.

    The worst restaurant I've ever been.. They made us wait like forever.. Too expensive!! Sucks !

    (1)

  • Benjamin S.

    Apparently, Honey Pig is one of the more popular Korean BBQ joints in Atlanta. When my family visited, we ended up with a 30 minute wait. After we were seated, our waiter immediately started to take our order. We only ordered two entrees, but that was MORE than enough for us. We ended up eating a lot of the free sides they gave us, like the kimchee and bean sprouts. We kind of treated the meat as the side dish since we are not THAT enthusiastic about meat. I do need to talk about some of the bad stuff too, though: we arrived on a very warm evening, and it was HOT inside the restaurant. You can imagine how much heat those table-top grills can create. AND, the exhaust fans were not on either, so they just kept the restaurant door propped open. I could have really appreciated some air conditioning that day. Also, even though our waiter was friendly and all, he wasn't around all that much, so we had to rely on other waiters to meet our needs. On a side note: My daughter told me: "Our waiter was super cute!"

    (4)

  • Allene T.

    Mmm, here, you cook your meat/food on an upside down bowl looking thing, which is actually very cool, as all the oil drains towards the bottom. However, any food you have towards the edge of the bottom is likely to be soaked with grease. Quality of the meat here, in my opinion, is excellent, when comparing to the other nearby Korean BBQ places. Of course, it puts a bigger dent in your wallet, too. I usually come here for just lunch and opt out of the AYCE bbq (last I checked, $20 something dollars + tip).

    (4)

  • Andy M.

    This place is absolutely fantastic. Everything from the service to the food and atmosphere. They really do a great job making you feel satisfied. And you will not go home hungry! The meat is presented to you and I must say it always looks AMAZING. And the kimchi is really fresh. Overall a must try! Quick Tip: Save room at the end!!! They bring rice ;) also treat yourself and get some Soju.

    (5)

  • Anna W.

    You know, I've been going to this place for a long time, and I thought it was finally time to write a review given my vast experience at this place. ;) FOOD: Seriously this is what I keep coming back for. The food is amazing. I read a negative review down the list (Nichole H...) and I gotta say, she probably ordered the wrong thing. I've ordered the regular pork (sam gyuup) before and I agree - has no flavor, just taste like meat. But order anything else and you'll notice the quality is way better (thin slices of pork with just a fine layer of fat for flavor...mmmm....). My uncle came from China and we brought him here - he said it's better than the food he had when he visited Korea. Not sure where he went, but he's a super foodie and typically really judgemental of all restaurants. Anyways, order the right things!!! If you don't like spicy or if you don't like bulgogi, then this is not really the place. You could get the kalbi - which is yummy b/c it's tender, but I prefer the spicy things. The spicy pork is YUM! I wait for that the whole meal. With the other meat - it's tender and juicy and it's the right cuts. If I think something is lacking in flavor, I dip it in one of the sauces available (my favorite is the sesame with salt and pepper, just b/c it's not too overwhelming of a flavor) and then wrap it in the pickled dikon/radish wraps so it gets a little extra flavor. You can do the rice paper wraps, too, but they are not as flavorful, and for some reason the restaurant always "runs out," which I think is just code for - "you've asked us for too many refills" but I don't know. Doesn't really matter to me b/c I like the pickled dikon wraps better. And of course there's the bean sprouts, kim chi and fried rice at the end that everyone else has mentioned. SERVICE: I noticed all the servers are young asian males. Don't know what's going on with that. It's a bit different, but I'm not opposed to it. They basically tag team your service. You have someone to take your order, and then someone else brings your food, and then every so often someone comes and flips/cuts your meat for you. If you press the button, someone will eventually come, but it's easier to just flag one of them down. AMBIENCE: It's hip and trendy and has a very young vibe to it. There is loud dance music, yes, but it fits in with the theme. There's random piggy decorations everywhere. Dinnertime is typically crowded - especially on the weekends! They don't take reservations, so if you go there on a weekend for dinner, prepare to wait. Luckily there's a few shaved ice/smoothie/coffee shops nearby that you can wander into. I typically go on week nights so it's easier to get in. Some chick went at lunch time from what I read...I've never been at lunch, but I imagine it's not hopping. Also...come on, you're supposed to come here and order a bunch of food to grill! Who does that for lunch???

    (4)

  • Sophia Y.

    we had a terrible server who rolled his eyes at me for no reason twice! so I called him out and he apologized but it was not sincere. never going back again. the food is good but the fried rice at the end was mushy and very greasy.

    (2)

  • Trusha D.

    Worst experience ever!! Cut our group off from ordering and refused to apply a coupon that was going on and lied about it when asked. Also asked them to lower heat as the food was immediately burning and the oil and fat was popping but they wouldn't do it until I finally asked them to just turn the whole thing off. Will never return here due to these unprofessional people!!!!

    (1)

  • Melissa H.

    My husband, brother and I had a great time at Honey Pig. After being dissed at Iron Age (see my other review) we decided to dine here instead. We ordered three types of meat: the honey pig signature pork (sam gyup sal), spicy sam gyup sal (marinated with hot pepper paste), and bulgogi (seasoned sliced beef). I'm not sure which was my favorite. I think it's a tie between the signature pork and the spicy pork. The bulgogi was good, but not the best I've ever had in my life. I really liked how they cooked the bean sprouts and kim chi on the griddle. I'm not sure what they put in them, but the sprouts were tasty and we finished them all! The sides were all pretty yummy. At the end they made fried rice with the leftovers and also served a small pot of soup. That was neat, although I was completely stuffed by that point! Next time we'll order less food. Three meats for three people was too much for us, at least by the time they brought out the rice and soup. Our server was kind and attentive without being pushy. He was always available when we needed a refill or anything else. I really enjoyed my experience here. I plan on coming back to Honey Pig sometime to try another few dishes.

    (4)

  • Lily H.

    I refuse to ever go eat here again. The unlimited was not worth it. Way overpriced! Our meal was $85 for the three people. And they decided to charge an additional $168 to my credit card. I do not recommend going here

    (1)

  • Tonia H.

    Clean place. Very friendly staff. Food was not even close to being worth the prices! Will not be back.

    (3)

  • John M.

    Made the mistake of pushing my "Anglo" boundaries and going here recently and found the entire meal to be revolting. My wife ordered the house "specialty", fried slabs of pork fat, and seemed to enjoy it. Even being a Southerner I still can't embrace fatback. My own order turned out to be shredded pork rib fat. Admittedly the "ambiance" of being seated next to a table of various unidentifiable raw animal parts which sat there for most of the meal attracting flies didn't enhance the experience. I managed to make it home without being ill in her new car so I guess that counts for something. Perhaps if I'd had a better understanding of what I was getting in to or had a better understanding of the menu things might have gone better.

    (1)

  • Rosie G.

    We wanted Korean BBQ. The meal comes with a soup in the beginning and then they start cooking the kimchi and bean sprouts. They give you a marinated chive and onion salad with some pickled radishes. We thought the radishes were fantastic and started eating them....apparently they're the use as a wrap for the meat. For meat we got short ribs and the honey pig.....AMAZING!! Asked for rice as we love eating rice with BBQ , found out at the end of the meal they make a fried rice...oops! The fried rice at the end was pretty damn good and it comes along with a soup. All and all the food was fantastic and the service was great!!!

    (4)

  • Sang Y.

    Never eating there again... They discriminate against people with families. I waited for an hour and a half with my wife and three boys. At first they started seating people past us it they stated that it was because the size of our party, then a space for 9 came available and they sat another bigger group ahead of us. When I asked why this was they stated that they needed the space for bigger parties. The bigger group was all men who were getting ready to drink, they passed us because we were a family and wasn't planning to drink. If you have a family please don't go there they only cater to people who drink and treat people with family like trash. I will never go again!!!

    (1)

  • Jason F.

    I went here for an anniversary and valentine dinner, figuring I'd splurge a bit on what I knew would be pricier KBBQ. I was surprised to see the AYCE option, and though I was bummed they didn't offer short rib with it, we went for it anyway. The meats: -The pork belly was really good: fresh, just fatty enough without getting ridiculous. It was cut a bit thicker than I'd like, which made it take a while to cook. -The brisket was delicious, too, good flavor and also very fresh. -The spicy pork was our favorite. They discouraged us from ordering it too early in the night, but next time, I will probably order it sooner. The banchan: -The radish slices were a huge hit with us. I hadn't had that before, and I really enjoyed it. My partner devoured most of them, though. -Rice paper wrappers! Too many places in GA don't have these! -Kimchi and bean sprouts were good. Kimchi could be spicier, but I always feel that way. -Cold kimchi soup tasted good but felt out of place at the meal. -Jalapeños were not pickled enough, but the onions had pickled and tasted great. -Green onions were way too greasy, but it was nice to have a dressing on them. The sauces: -Spicy sauce was too sweet, almost like it had ketchup. Better than sweet pepper paste, though. -The ssamjang was delicious, my favorite. -The sesame and salt sauce was made inadequate by HUGE grains of sea salt that didn't dissolve or get picked up onto the meat. The rice: -The fried rice at the end was an interesting touch. The seaweed gave it a fishy flavor I didn't love. I wish they would have fried an egg into it, too. The service: The service was great. The waiters kept meat on our table and water in our carafe, and were friendly. Also, I think they're aiming for the cougar crowd, because all the waiters were very attractive young men. It's no LA experience. I miss my endless kalbi, shrimp/squid, bulgogi and 10 dishes of various banchan for under $20. But this is probably the next best thing!

    (4)

  • Jimmy J.

    AYO THIS PLACE IS THE HOTNESS!!!! They have the unlimited option for $25.95 and it is bombbbbbbbbbbbbbb. You like meat? Cause I like meat. There's brisket and pork belly, and some other stuff that I don't really care for. This place is a meat lover's paradise baby! Get the unlimited and make sure you get lettuce, rice paper, garlic, bean paste, and I swear when you're done eating, YOU WILL TRIP

    (5)

  • Su K.

    Honey Pig has really high quality meat! Though it's a little more expensive than Iron Age and other restaurants, it's totally worth it. I usually get the all you can eat special which is $27 or $28. At Iron Age, I pay $20 for a unsatisfying meal so I rather pay a little more for AMAZING meat. It's one of my favorite places to eat with my family for special occasions. And if you go, try eating the meat with the rice paper wraps!

    (5)

  • John L.

    Service has gone down. Quality has gone down. They tend to run out of the rice cake wrap very often now. Still better than most pork belly restaurants around though.

    (2)

  • Ryan R.

    didnt know fried rice and miso soup at the end would charge extra money as I thought it was service just like any other korean BBQ restaurants does. server was very inattentive and it seems bunch of kids running all over place without knowing anything. food itself was good but pretty pricey.

    (2)

  • Jasmine P.

    I am from Korea and my mother ran a well known high profile restaurant in Korea for over 30 years until her recent retirement. She also was a regular guest at a cooking show back in the 80s. I still visit Korea regularly and dine out a lot with friends and family every time I go back. So I know a thing or two about Korean food. I went to Honey Pig during my short visit to Atlanta for a lunch. Since I live in Florida where we don't have any decent K-Restaurant, I had high hopes for a city with a large Korean population. In a positive note, I like the ambiance, servers were fine and service was quick. As for food, it was rather disappointing. We ordered Honey Pig special Pork belly and Galbi. Pork was definitely over priced for a previously frozen meat and for a portion they have served. Galbi wasn't quite fully marinated. Pa mu chim (green onion salad) was just bitter without any flavor. Now, I am on a low sodium to no sodium diet. Some Korean restaurants or other asian restaurant tends to be on a saltier note for me but this place absolutely had no flavor. Kimchi was not fermented at all. It was fresh and too crunchy. Well, of course I like fresh made Kimchi too, but if you are going to stir fry it or grille it on a cast iron pot, you should never use fresh made kimchi. It has to be somewhat fermented if not fully, to bring out the full flavor. Kimchi wasn't even that well made to begin with. I just found it salty without any other flavors. Same price as dinner but no rice wraps were served. I was just told they don't serve it during lunch. Sure made me go hmmmmm. Usually lunch is bit cheaper because some items are not served during lunch hour. After reading positive reviews, I came to a conclusion that Honey Pig caters more to people who orders endless meat (only $4-5 more than a regular a la carte) who want to stuff themselves with meat and not care much for delicate flavor of other significant Korean side items such as Kimchi or pa mu chim which always go hand in hand with Korean bbq. Well, I might have liked this place if I was still a poor college student in my late teens or early 20s with a shallow pocket and able to down 3-4 bottles of soju by myself.

    (2)

  • Kristin W.

    I had high hopes after hearing that Honey Pig had been named as 1 of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Top 50 Restaurants" in Atlanta. However, I found the Honey Pig Sam-Gyup-Sal (baby pork belly) to be tough and lacking in flavor - very disappointing for what is considered the signature dish. The upside is the spacious place and the very friendly wait staff for which I will kick it up a star.

    (2)

  • Jonathan T.

    Food was good! The place at a lot of energy

    (4)

  • Dave B.

    Never been to place like this; It was truly an unforgettable experience. Saturday night and it was busy. Waited an hour and a half by the door and it was freeeeeezing. Kimchi, bean sprouts and pork belly by the barrel. The ambience was frenetic, with young guys criss crossing the room, music blaring and the stench of pork circulating. Overall some highs and lows, but definitely worth the visit.

    (4)

  • Jennie Y.

    Kimchi and bean sprouts on grill. Said vegetable cooked with rice, nori, and seasoning as your fried rice at the end of your meal? heaven. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. Definitely my favorite Korean BBQ place. It's definitely not the cheapest by any mean. In fact, it's the most expensive BBQ place I know in town, but you know what, I don't care because I just love their food. It's always a treat for me when we get to come. My husband and I have not had the opportunity to nor the want to try the AYCE ($25/person/5 different cuts of meat or so). We always just get their signature pork belly and brisket. That's usually just the right amount of meat for us meat eaters. Plus, they give you cold kimchi soup to start the meal with, green onion salad and rice wraps to pair your meats with, and doenjang and fried rice to end your meal with. Sure, the kimchi can be more fermented, but you know what, it still tastes better than a lot of other korean restaurant's. The wait is always long and stinky on the weekends. The guys working there are pretty cute and always give a pretty good service. And they all speak pretty good English (that probably mattered to some people). And be aware, the floor's pretty slick in there from all the constant grease.

    (5)

  • Jennifer Y.

    The food speaks for itself. Good standard korean food but the service left much to be desired. We grilled this time and I guess those dishes do not come with the standard side dishes you get normally. We had to ask for water, ask for rice, ask for lettuce, which in the end we never received. While the staff was pleasant the service was extremely lacking. If they are like this at lunch, how the heck are they handling the hour out-the-door wait? If it wasn't for the food, they would have received 1 star.

    (2)

  • Daisy L.

    The honey pig sam-gyup-sal is way overrated at this restaurant. You are better off ordering any pork dish at a Chinese restaurant. The service is horrible unless you are Korean. I didnt get the seasonal side dishes mentioned on the menu, until I asked for it...The best honey pig I had was in Los Angeles. The bulgogi has a mild taste

    (1)

  • Quinn N.

    Not even sorry to say this is way better than Iron Age and it is because it's more accommodating to all guests..and you feel more welcome here and the staff is better here, most of the time. If service and atmosphere is not important to you then it doesn't matter but I pay for food and service since it is a restaurant and I'd like to get both and they do deliver that here. I've been here a few times.

    (4)

  • Pah L.

    ThIs place is overrated. I ordered garlic pork.. it was 3 pieces of bacon about 1cm thick & I paid 18$ for that!! On top of that, rice doesn't even come with the meal! You'd have to order it! & it cost 1.75 for a small bowl of rice. We also ordered korean pancakes & short ribs, but THEY NEVER BROUGHT IT OUT! Customer service is bad!! We didn't even know who was our waiter! I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. If you want your worth, GO TO A KOREAN BBQ BUFFET IN NORCROSS!

    (1)

  • Albert K.

    Probably one of the best Korean Pork Belly restaurants in Atlanta I'm giving it 3 stars because they are always so busy. As a result, wait time is long and the service is not that great.

    (3)

  • Sungjae J.

    I was very very upset with my visit at honey pig that I was gonna give myself a few days to cool down and than write a review. After a week and a half later, I am still very upset. Me and my wife and 2 friends joined me for dinner and we did the all you can eat $25. My friend is a vegetarian and does not eat meat but she still had to pay $25 just to sit at the table. We explained that she was there to drink not eat. Even though we drank 4 bottles of soju which was like +$60, still we were charged the $25 for someone who didn't touch a single thing on the table other than soju. The food was same as what you get at other korean BBQ places for $15, BUT we got no Banchan, no rice sheets, No denjang jjigeh(Bean paste soup most all you can eat korean BBQ place gives for free). no fried rice at the end. We got the first round of the Cha-dol-bak-ee, ate that in a hurry because we had to wait 30mins just to be seated when there were plenty of the table that were open from the time we walked in but no one to clear them. Our second round of meat was the pork and it took about 15-20mins for it to come out, which is ridiculous. I had to keep asking them, "hey, we order the pork..." If I was not having dinner with friends I haven't seen in 12years, I would have raised so much hell and than some. Our tab was $179... After 4bottles of soju split mostly with 2 people, I was drunk enough to freaking tip $30 for the retarded dinner we had. What can I say, I get happy when I drink. I had been to honey pig few time before. Service at this restaurant took a huge plunge, Food is worse than the $15 places, and servers are mostly teens that don't care too much about doing a good job...just there til off time. I am a full blooded korean...and 2 in my party were non-korean and I feel there was racial profiling there but being that it can be a very touchy subject, I won't get into it. Screw Honey Pig, Go anywhere but here. For the same all you can eat korean BBQ, go visit Iron age on pleasant hill $15. If you are drinking, go visit a place called Sun and Moon right next to jeju sauna accross from wild bills because they do it $9.99. All you can eat korean BBQ buffet Chowon buffet. I can keep going but bottom line, stop giving money and business to an establishment that does not deserve it. I have never written a bad review like this but I fully feel that Honey pig staff and management deserved this bad review.

    (1)

  • Andrew H.

    OINK OINK! Come prepared to rock out with your K-pop out! The good... Got the bulgolgi, spicy sam gyub sal and octopus. Everything tasted pretty good. I can't complain about that. It tasted better than Iron Age. They actually season the meat. Octopus wasn't seasoned. Waitress was awesome! Super attentive The bad... According to the reviews, we are supposed to get fried rice. Well, we never received any fried rice nor was there any mention of fried rice. We had over 50 dollars worth of food for 2 people and no rice?! But... Iron Age gives me rice. The ugly... All of the cups we had to use for water were dirty. And the metal chopsticks were ridiculous. I'm asian and am used to eating with chopsticks. But man, those things were fatiguing. My fingers definitely had a good workout today. While the food is better than Iron Age, I find it pretty expensive for what it is. From what I've heard, LA has affordable BBQ that's also tasty. I propose a fusion of Honey Pig and Iron Age... Iron Pig... affordable cuts of meat that have seasoning on them! I think I'll just buy my own meats and have my own K-BBQ at home from now on. Quality, seasoned meats at my place!

    (4)

  • Summer J.

    Upon entering Honey Pig, we were perplexed and not sure of the type of restaurant it was. Typical American interpretation of the name would be a southern barbeque joint, but as we waited to be seated, it became apparent this was a Korean barbeque restaurant. There were many tables with large cast iron lids topped with sizzling meat and vegetables, revealing aromas which instantly drew us in. After eating bean sprouts, kimchee, duck, pork, condiments, and a salad, to our surprise, they brought out rice and another soup. The rice was placed on the lid and mixed in with whatever you had left on the lid. We did not know this, so we ate all our meat and only had a few vegetables left, but the rice was delicious. After eating rice, the grand finale was a bowl of hot traditional Korean soup brought out in a cast iron bowl. This was so much food for an unbelievable price of only $21 per person. Overall, we had a delightful experience and lots of fun. I will say the service is not the best by American standards, as our server was not friendly. But, I really did not care, as the food was so good and the experience with my family was priceless.

    (4)

  • Hieu H.

    Pig Out Heaven! My only complaint is that it doesn't offer free soft-serve ice cream like Iron Age (the poor man's Honey Pig)

    (4)

  • Tom E.

    I came here last Thursday night after contstantly hearing about how good their pork belly is. I decided to try it with my buddy. Came in to enter, no wait thankfully. Had the industrial vibe to it as well. Got a huge booth (sat like 4-6), but there wasn't even any damn leg room (im 6'4, mind you). I saw they had an unlimited option (a huge regret I didn't get), but I wanted to try that boneless short rib. So we got that, and some brisket. They brought it out along with a TON of bean sprouts and Kimchi... Mind you there is only 2 of us... We were starving, and they were kind of slow to us, so we tried to cook the meats ourselves- they didn't like that (should have gotten to table faster!!!)... Raw meat kept falling on the table too, I thought that as slightly unsanitary. We devoured the meat, and were still hungry... We finally ate all of the kimchi and sprouts. I told them I wanted to try the pork belly, then called me an idiot for not getting the unlimited (hey, thats extra income for them, why complain about it?). So they bring out another FULL round of kimchi and bean sprouts, I was about to throw up at the site of it. Then I saw the pork belly, it was ok, but not spectacular... And we left like 80 percent of the vegetables (i told them I only wanted meat!!!)... The seaweed salad was ok, but nothing special either. Unfortunately, I hate to say it, but a lot of veggies were wasted that night. The check ended up being like $77, and still left wanting more meat... The next day I ended up getting sick all afternoon, kudos to Honey Pig for that one! I will admit though, there was a cute waitress who was friendly, and I did tip well even though it wasn't great. On the plus side, the meat was indeed high quality, I like how they seasoned it, and I liked the concept of the water in those resealable bottles. The rice cake wrappers were good too. I would suggest sticking to the unlimited, as value is hard to come by here.

    (2)

  • Jang C.

    My last 3-star Honey Pig review seemed controversial. I even had an anonymous Korean stranger send me a "compliment" on Yelp on how much of a moron I was [1]. Well, I'm hoping this review will give me more of the same, flattering compliments. It's been a long time since I went to Honey Pig. I have some of my same complaints. I still find it overpriced. After paying $30 and destroying everything on the dome [2], I left feeling okay. I definitely didn't feel leaving stuffed. I needed something extra to get me to the satisfied feeling. It's also the first Korean place where they gave no banchans. I can't remember if this was the norm in Honey Pig. But I noticed it this time, and thought it was odd. It also hurts them in the value department more. The pork belly still tasted good. And I do admit, the food here tastes delicious. The pork belly seems higher quality than Iron Age. Also Honey Pig has other meats other than cha dol bae gi and pork belly. But for the money, if I wanted to just eat pork belly, I would go to Iron Age instead. The servers were a lot better than before. The service was on point. We didn't have to ask for anything. They refilled everything before we even noticed that it needed a refill. The female servers smiled at my lame jokes. They worked fast and gave friendly, courteous service. I give 5 stars for service, 4 stars for the food, and 2 stars for value. It averages out to 3.667 stars. So it rounds up to 4 stars. I'm disappointed though. I hoped that I gave it 3 stars again so I can get more hate mail from their fans. Oh well, math doesn't lie. [1] You can dig through my compliments if you want to read his message. [2] The dome is the hot, metal dome the meat cooks on.

    (4)

  • Linh N.

    I am not a huge fan of korean food but I do LOVE korean BBQ! Though honey pig is definitely one of the more expensive korean bbq places in Atlanta, I do think it has better flavor and meat quality. Ordering a la carte for some of the specialty meats will definitely run your bill up. I usually go for the all you can eat option and it is well worth the $25. The brisket is delicious and if you like pork belly, I'd suggest the wine pork belly - I find it more tender and flavorful. But don't fill up on all that meat! The best part is the kim chi fried rice they make in front of you at the end. YUMMMMMM! I usually save some meat at the end so they can mix it into the rice. Also, each waiter puts their own mix/flavors into the fried rice so just hope you get a good one! ;) Now the downside...the service. Honey pig's service is a hit or miss. When it's crowded, just forget about it unless you don't mind waiting a LONG time. However, on my most recent visit the service was superb. But overall, it's usually just mediocre. ALSO, don't wear anything nice here unless you want to come out smelling like korean BBQ!

    (4)

  • Sun S.

    Last time we were there and we had to wait for our meat and the waiter told us if we got steamed rice while eating BBQ , then we will not hv kimchi rice at the end. I saw other tables ..yeah ...they have both and even have soup in the end. Two weeks later went with our Korean friends. Guess what!!!!!we had steamed rice, kimchi rice and soup ...omg!!! Hope this is nothing to do with "nationality "...

    (2)

  • Lisa T.

    Grilled pork belly YUMMIES! They first sit you down at a table with a HUGE round grill and you pick your raw meats you want to eat. We ordered thick and juicy pork cuts and o.mah.gah!!! Each piece will melt.in .yo.mouth! and the kim chi sides were perfectly fermented for mah belly. One good thing about this place is that they do all the grilling for you at your table and you and your guest just have to sit back and enjoy each other's presence. Be prepared to smell like BBQ grill afterwards though. :) After all the grillin' fun, they'll throw on some rice to make kim chi fried rice. You can even ask them to mix in your leftover meat in the rice. I gave it a 4 out 5 because.. I think it's a bit overpriced and we had to wait 45 minutes to be seated. -_- I'd come back and take out-of-towners there for a one-time experience. I hear there are other places around town that are half the price, but i'm sure it won't be as festive as honey pig.

    (4)

  • Carol C.

    If you like to eat mass amounts of pork belly, this is a good place to go. I went to this place two days in a row! I actually give it 3.5 stars since the service was good and food itself was tasty. The only downside was limited banchans. I like a variety of banchans and it was definitely lacking here. The dangjangjigae at the end is pretty good. You eat that with the fried rice they make for you at the end and you are golden. I would recommend this place for Korean food lovers!

    (3)

  • Jennifer T.

    I really loved the decor and service of this place...probably more so than the food. The decor is more young and hip compared to the traditional mom-and-pop places I've been. The waitstaff was definitely a young group and they were fast and funny. My friend and I really had a good time talking to all the servers and getting suggestions and recommendations on the food. And then there's the food. Well, not quite what I expected. I was really excited and anxious to try the pork belly that everyone raves about , but to be honest, I was a little underwhelmed. We ordered the pork belly and the short ribs...the short ribs were definitely better. The pork belly is fatty, which was expected, but they were not seasoned...which i did not expect...and it tasted a little gamey which I did not like. The side dishes and kimchi were good, especially the kimchi. The bonus of the meal was that they would make your bowl of white rice into a kimchi fried rice at no extra charge. At the end of the meal, they would cook your rice right on the grill. Overall we had a good time but I probably won't be rushing back for the food.

    (3)

  • Mark S.

    What a great restaurant! The concept is fun and the food is tasty. Portions are also generous, which makes me feel better when pulling out the plastic. The waiters/waitresses seem to know the menu well, so ask away if things start getting a little too foreign for you.

    (4)

  • Jennifer D.

    In love with this place but not the prices, you do get what you pay for. The meat quality here is much better than any other places I've been to around here. Love their bean sprouts. Amazing service also!

    (5)

  • Teresa Z.

    I fell in love with this place the first time I was there. Food is sooooo delicious! For unlimited bbq, the price is $27. It's relatively expensive comparing to other Korean bbq, but it's totally worth that, with the flavor and quality of meat.

    (5)

  • Nick R.

    We tried this out on a Saturday with some friends in the area. It was the first time for anyone at the table eating korean bbq besides myself, so it was a little interesting on their part. Eating Korean BBQ takes a lot of time. You can't really be in and out. So, this translates to a really long wait for a table. We showed up and the wait was 30 minutes, which was actually a little more like 45. Their waiting area is tiny and gets packed quickly, which kind of sucks if it's cold outside. But once you get seated, it's worth it. First thing is, if you're a first timer order the unlimited. You will spend that $25 up anyways, so you might as well get the unlimited and try most of their options out. The meat was fantastic as well as the kimchi. We tried all versions of their pork (except spicy-the rest of the table was a bunch of pansies), as well as their beef. Our main server was an awesome guy. Friendly and described how to do it for the noobs. The only thing I didn't like was one girl working the floor kept asking us if we were ready to leave, it was very unwelcoming which is why I took two stars away. At a certain point, it just became RUDE. There wasn't anyone waiting for a table and they weren't close to closing yet.

    (3)

  • Lisa Y.

    Being Korean, all you can eat meat buffets are something we eat quite often whether at home or out at a restaurant. It was my first time at Honey Pig recently, and it's alright. Everyone told me that Honey Pig is better than Iron Age, and sadly, I'd have to disagree. Although on certain aspects, Honey Pig is slightly better, overall, I'd have to say for me, it'd be Iron Age. The all you can eat meat price is $22.95 which is simply unheard of. Maybe it's due to the lack of competition there is in GA for all you can eat meat, but in California, with prices that high, you're bound to run out of business. Especially is most of the options are exactly the same. They offer beef brisket, wine-marinated pork, spicy pork, unmarinated pork, fried rice at the end with soup, and the typical sauce and "salad". At Honey Pig, instead of offering a salad in Sesame oil and whatnot, it is just green onions, which is not as tasty. They ran out of Romane lettuce which is disappointing when eating "Sam Gup Sal" since the lettuce is essential in the meal. However, I did like that they offered the spicy pork since Iron Age does not. And it was nice that the kimchi was included in the meal, although you can ask for kimchi for free at Iron Age as well. The hot sauce was... different to say the least. I think they mix it with ketchup because there is a slight taste of it, and it was my first time eating meat without the hot sauce so it was not as satisfying nor delicious as it should of been. Overall, my experience here was alright, but I think I'll still stick to Iron Age. $14.99 all you can eat meat which better hot sauce, better quality beef brisket, pork, and at a cheaper price.

    (3)

  • Zorin D.

    I continued my trend of Asian themed breakfast around lunchtime at Honey Pig. I've got to admit when it comes to Korean food, most of the time the main staple of kimchi makes me want to gag. My experience usually ranges from somewhere in between edible and pretty tasty. This was not sadly not exactly my cup of tea. The sauces were good but the meat seemed a tad under seasoned for my taste. I've been to Korea before and it is definitely authentic, yet authentic Korean is not exactly my cup of tea.

    (3)

  • Dio S.

    A rather fancily designed and well marketed Korean BBQ place. Honey Pig gives a consistent and comfortable dining experience in a nice environment. Food ranges from average to pretty good, with the average food being very disappointing given their price. The signature pork belly is quite good, especially when not overdone (it's up to you to make sure that doesn't happen) so that you still get different layers of texture. My favorite is the excellent short rib which is marinated nicely and cooks to a (surprisingly) slightly crunchy texture and full of flavor, not tough or greasily chewy. The condiment are pretty standard if you've been to Korean BBQ places, with the exception of sticky rice paper and pickled daikon radish sheets as alternatives to lettuce leaf. Both are nice touches. What I am not a fan of is how the meal tends to become centered around the mound of bean sprouts, kimchee, and rice which are constantly being refilled on the cooking surface. Actually, the rice typically gets added near the end. The meat themselves come in fairly small portions and are quickly consumed, so you are constantly munching on these side stuff. They are filling but not great tasting. I've eaten a few meals at Honey Pig and every time I feel stuffed, of things I didn't really want to eat that much. So, even though some meats are quite good, I can't say I would crave the Honey Pig meal as a whole any time soon.

    (3)

  • Hildee I.

    Never again! The Cooking Channel highlighted this place and it's around the corner from my home so when my friend said she wanted to take her kids to Korean BBQ where you can cook at your own table I said we HAVE to go here. Y U C K ! We told our server it was our first time and he helped us pick the most popular cuts of meat. None of the raw meat arrived seasoned in any way. He placed the raw meats on the heated lid (that's what it looks like) and came back to turn the meats. until they were cooked. There were sauces to add but the meats were mostly tough, mostly bland, mostly boring. Too much work for very little reward. Very pricey. Keep your Korean BBQ Honey Pig, this gal won't be back!

    (1)

  • Annie L.

    This place would get 5 stars but it's kind of pricey! Our bulgogi was $17, the "honey pig pork" was $19...our wine was $15 for a small bottle (something I could get for like $7 bucks at the store...yikes!). Basically, you are totally going here for the experience. The meat was delicious but a little overcooked. My bf likes it fully cooked but I probably should have mentioned I like mine a little on the medium rare side (I'm talking about the bulgogi). They give you complimentary kim-chi ish soup (tasted like kim chi served cold with chunks of tofu soup), veggies, and fried rice after the meat is cooked. They also cook the kim chi over the grill as well as the bean sprouts. Lastly, they give you yet another soup at the end of the meal, which reminded me of a non-spicy tofu soup. I really had a good vibe for this place, but my bf wasn't a complete fan. It's not a place to go to if you IMMEDIATELY want food---you need to wait for that sh*t. But as for me, I'm a complete fan. Our tab was a little over $70 (not including tip) so expect to fork up some money for this "experience." I would definitely still go here again---this place is goooooood. I also really liked the button option where you call for the server. "Naaaeeeeeeee" is their response (I think it means "yes" or something).

    (4)

  • Fck H.

    The only reason I gave them a one star rating is because I couldn't give them a Negative five star rating. I have never been treated so poorly at a restaurant. The service was sub par and thats a nice way of putting it. As soon as we sat down the worker rushed over and immediately asked us if we were ready to order. It was our first time there. He said that he would give us a min. As soon as he left another worker came by and asked the same thing. The waiters were all just sitting around the tv and would nudge one another whenever someone wanted something. We placed our order to one of the waiters. When the food came out they just threw everything on the table and slapped the meat on the grill. They only brought out one of our orders. we had ordered three. When we mentioned that they forgot the other two orders they made rude comments and gestures. The workers there were rude multiple times to myself along with my girlfriend, her sister, and our friend. An infant chimpanzee has more manners than those piss poor lazy workers there. I will say one of the workers did try to be nice but he was still rude. We thought that we would give Honey pig a try since we always go to Iron Age. That was a mistake. Never again will I go to such a horrible place. Overall the service and food were not good by any means. SAVE YOUR money and not eat there.

    (1)

  • Laura N.

    Awesome Korean BBQ place with excellent food and chic contemporary decor! Everything is obviously fresh and really delicious. Honey Pig's complimentary bean sprouts and kimchi were the best I have ever eaten, and I truly enjoyed them, despite the fact that I normally am not a fan of either one. The bean sprouts were crunchy and spicy. The kimchi was delightfully sweet, salty, and spicy. The HONEY PIG ($17.95) and the BERKSHIRE PIG ($16.95) are basically the same cuts of meat (pork belly), except the honey pig is presumed to be higher quality. They were equally fresh and delicious, with a roughly 50/50 balance of meat and fat, but the honey pig was more tender. Some of the pork got a little burnt and turned into amazing pieces of really thick bacon. The KALBI ($17.95) and the BEEF BULGOGI ($16.95) are my favorites! Because kalbi and bulgogi are already marinated, they are sweeter and more flavorful than the honey pig and Berkshire pig. The meat is really fresh and tender. I thought the portions were huge and a great value. If I were here with my sister, we could have easily ordered one thing and still have tons of leftovers. All of the side dishes were excellent, and I loved the complimentary spicy fried rice that we received at the end of our meal. Overall, this was a great experience. I am so glad that it stays open until 1 am, although they do ask customers to leave once the clock hits 1 am.

    (5)

  • Yiyao G.

    Very bad service! You are going to wait for at least 30 mins between your two orders! 18% of the tip is automatically includes with a exceptionally badd baddd baddd service!

    (1)

  • Madeline T.

    Their food is overpriced. Their service sucks. Go to 678 down the street for way better food and better service!!!

    (2)

  • Connie A.

    Oh Honey Pig.. how I have a love-hate relationship with you. My first time here I left you a rather mean comment on Foursquare ( foursquare.com/v/honey-p… ) and HAVE been back since then due to my cousins' obsession with your place (They absolutely love your loud Kpop music, cool bathrooms and the hip factor that you've created). The second time around, you were good to me. Maybe it was the soju I was drinking.. but the third time, eh. Not so much. Your waitstaff were rude yet again. The A/C was dripping onto my cousin from the top. Who wants A/C water in their meat?! When we asked you about it, one waiter was like, "Oh" and completely walked away from us. We flagged down another waiter and this one was being way nicer. He actually took the time to tell the others about it and so your staff moved our hot plate onto the next table. So I thank you, tattoo'd waiter. Another thing that pissed me off was when my cousins told me the story about how when asking for rice from the female waiter, she said "We don't have rice." Oh really now? No rice? Sure... Besides the majority of your horrible staff, your marinate of your food is great. Although it's not** your typical Korean barbeque place with many side dishes... I can cope with just eating lots of kimchi because I'm pretty sure I'll be dragged back. So Honey Pig, if you're reading this, HIRE SOME NEW PEOPLE AND STEP UP YOUR MANAGEMENT. Thanks.

    (2)

  • Chrissy P.

    Let me say this, I adore Korean food...and up until my last visit...I adored Honey Pig as well. My family and I ventured out to Honey Pig per usual after church one Sunday. We were seated at a BBQ table (burner in the middle of the table and specifically designated for parties ordering BBQ. Each member of my family (we're a total of 7), save 2 of the youngest members (who are vegetarians) was set to order the unlimited bbq at $25 a person. After waiting over 15 minutes for a server to even greet our table, our server approached. My mother, who is Korean, began to order before she was cut off, rather curtly, by our very young waiter. He informed us that my youngest siblings, the vegetarians, would have to sit at ANOTHER TABLE across the restaurant if other members of the party were going to get the unlimited BBQ option. Or, we had to order a la carte from the menu and forego the BBQ option. When we asked why, he proceeded to inform us that it was restaurant policy and there was a chance my youngest sisters would eat some of unlimited meat portion from someone else's plate even though they hadn't paid for it. He actually said, "They have to sit over there because they might take some meat." Wait, hold up, we're about to plunk down $175 + for lunch and you just insinuated that we would STEAL meat? And to avoid our treacherous, thieving ways you're going to separate a FAMILY by sticking two members across the restaurant? Needless to say, my family canceled our order and have yet to return to Honey Pig. Look, I understand the policy... I understand the reason for it...but I also know that an important part of building a loyal customer base (and thus becoming a sustainable restaurant) is a the ability to read people and situations...knowing when to grab a manager and use your best judgement in the name of keeping a loyal customer.

    (1)

  • Cindy W.

    I walked in here giddy for Korean food and friends and not sure how this restaurant would differ from all the other all you can eat places. So you walk in and sit down and the first thing I noticed is the cool decor and round dome on the top in the middle of the table, as well as the all-male 20's something employees. What? Most college boys I know can't make grilled cheese right, do I actually want to eat here? The atmosphere (you pay for it too) is about the same- Honey Pig targets the young Asian crowd with the k-pop blasting in the background, hip decor, and even more hip employees. I would never see someone's halmoni and harabuji here, and if they are, I'd imagine them as out of place. The menu is online. Most of the meats range from 15 to about 25, with 20 being the median. It's 22 for all you can eat, though it doesn't include Honey Pig. So what is so special about Honey Pig? They call it "Kurobuta pork", but it's essentially the same thing as Berkshire pork, which is also listed for a dollar less on the menu...Hm...ok... Water's on the side in a bottle, serve yourselves. They bring cold soup (not bad) too. So once you order, they put kimchi and sprouts on the side of the dome and the meats on top (we ordered the Honey Pig, Bulgogi, Prime Short Rib, and Duck). The guys come by to cook/adjust heat and if you need anything, press the button. Yeah, they holla when you do, it's pretty alarming if it's your first time. Once the meat is done, you can do several things. Use lettuce or rice wrap as the wrap, add toppings like peppers or radish/sauces like the two flanking the peppers/salt, a small piece or kimchi or sprouts, and your meat. Wrap and eat, ah love. Alright, here's the critique: the prime short rib was the best meat. They call it Kobe style, but I didn't see much fat marbling to warrant the high price (not even as much as the pictures on here....lame). The bulgogi was tender and textbook good, but the high price prevents me from ordering this again. The honey pig was good, but it was 80% fat and 20% meat, literally. I can't believe I just paid $20 for that contribution to heart attacks (50/50 would have been much better)! Sheesh, is eating here going to be like smoking, paying for cigs to die of lung cancer? The duck? I just paid $16 for maybe 8slices of 3mm duck. And it was disgusting. It was somehow very salty and had a strange offending bloodish/gamey taste that I would avoid at all costs. We had a lot of kimchi and sprouts left over, so the guys asked us if we wanted fried rice...we were all full, so we asked to get it to go...but he was a jerk and didn't want to do it. All that food gone to waste...and rice doesn't even cost that much... :( So why the 4 stars? Well to be frank I had a blast (the only boy in the team finished the duck..LOL!) and thoroughly enjoyed myself here... ... until I saw the tab. $80 for 4 people to eat fat?! That's ok, it was a good experience. I'd recommend taking first timers here!

    (4)

  • Shelby S.

    Amazing. Your hair will smell like corpse when you leave, that's natural. It was probably time for you to take a shower anyway you filthy animal. Eat here, tell yourself it's "good for you because it's authentic." Then go to Sun-O for dessert, repeat the rationalizing thought that "it's good for you because it's authentic."

    (5)

  • William P.

    If I could give Honey Pig more than five stars, it would happen. Thanks to an article a friend sent me on where to take out of towners who visit Atlanta, Honey Pig was discovered. Out of the list of places in the article, it was one of a few that I had not been to with my Atlanta friends. If you're ITP, you may not care for the drive out to Duluth, but we were already OTP, so no big deal. The food is worth the drive either way. From the outside, just looks like a restaurant in a strip mall. Inside though, you're greeted with very modern decor that you would find in a restaurant in Buckhead/Midtown/Downtown. Wait staff was also nice to look at, too, which never hurts during a meal. The staff was very nice to educate us on the workings of Korean BBQ although they did leave out the unlimited option that we noticed a few tables away during our meal. We were stuffed anyway, so not a big issue. Meal started out with kimchee and sprouts on the grill and small appetizers for each person (if memory serves they're called banchan, but feel free to correct me). I'm a huge fan of kimchee, but adding to the hot grill, as the server mentioned, enhances the flavor.... and wow was it good. We of course messed up a bit here and devoured kim chee when we probably should have gone slower so we could devour the meaty deliciousness that came next. We ordered the honey pig (pork obviously, but thought I should say it) and beef bulgogi. Yum, yum, yum. A big grill full of thick pork cuts (similar to bacon, but not as salty) and delicously spiced beef.... A+++. The meal then closes out with two things. First fried rice, composed of more kimchee and sprouts. Really great. And then last but not least a spicy miso soup. The last part of course being one of my faves. Super great meal here. Now that I've actually had Korean BBQ and not just soups as I have in Dallas, can't wait to try out the KBBQ places back in big D. And can't wait to go see my Atlanta friends again and head back to Honey Pig for the unlimited meal.

    (5)

  • Andrew C.

    Wow...I gotta admit that I was thoroughly impressed with everything about this restaurant. I will also admit I wasn't expecting too much from a Korean restaurant in Atlanta, but was pleasantly surprised upon coming into Honey Pig. One of the friends that I went with declared Honey Pig as the most authentic korean bbq restaurant that she's had in the U.S...in terms of service, food, etc. We decided to go with the all you can eat option, which is definitely the way to go for those who enjoy food (and if you're reading this yelp review, you probably really enjoy food). I can't remember the names of all the meats, but there were 5 or 6 different options to choose from, and they start from non-marinated and you can make your way progressively to marinated meats. This place also has rice wraps that you can wrap the meat in, but does not have the salad (until later) that typically accompanies korean bbq meals in LA. I want to say that the quality of meat was pretty good, and that all the vegetables that accompanied the meal (kim chi + bean sprouts) were delicious as well. My only gripe would be that there wasn't any pan cheon (little korean side dishes)... To end the meal, the waiter cooked a fried rice mixed with salad, seaweed, etc. on our grill and it was delicious...hadn't ever tried that before from a korean restaurant and was thoroughly impressed... and just when you think it's all over, they bring you soon du bu and only two things run through your mind 1) omg i'm too full 2) ...are we being charged for the fried rice and soon du bu? The answer is no, it's all included in the meal! Overall, the waitstaff was friendly, food was great, came with a party of 6 and easily got seated...great place to go!

    (4)

  • Debrin S.

    This place is so cool- honestly! If you want to exsperience authentic Korean BBQ this is the spot to do it! We had the dishes that they grilled @ your table on a very cool cast iron lid like an "invered wok". There is quit a variety of meat/seafood options. Its accompanied by the house kim chi, romaine lettuce, gojijanj (red thick hot sauce), bean sprouts, & roasted jalapenos, Dikon radish- large sliced to make wraps, scallion & diakon radish salad w soy & vinigar. I had the whole octipus (they saute & cut w scissors @ your table) & my friend had the pork. They offer wine, saki & beer & other beverages. The decor is very cool- urban modern w lots of texture, stone & candles. Large over head vents to limit the smoke. The service & wait staff is cordial & friendly w a relaxed style. If you do decide to try this out- come for dinner w friends & plan on taking your time. They are in no rush & you should do the same! Private parking.

    (4)

  • Brian H.

    I feel awful when my business gets a 1 star, and I don't feel right doing the same to another business; so I try to give poor experiences another try. My most recent visit definitely warranted an upping in stars, though it was a close call. This time, I arrived at 11:10 pm, well ahead of their closing time of 12:00 am, and the cashier was about to send me away again! If that happened, seriously, I would never have returned to this establishment. Thankfully, the lady sat us quickly, and we got started in our ordering. We ordered 3 Honey Pigs portions. My better half, 2 guests and I enjoyed a delicious feast of Honey Pig (BBP Pork), Kimchi, and Soybean Stew (dwenjang jjiggae) immensely. Our guests were so pleased with the experience, I could not but help raise this fantastic and clean establishment to a 5 star again. Tip, check in on four square for a delicious freebie. When I went, we checked in and got a free bottle of soju! What a treat since soju and sahm gyub sahl (korean pork) is a uber popular combination. My friends and we were so excited and giddy again to have our very hungry stomachs filled with such delicious Korean food. I told the owner of our situation last time, and he apologized sincerely. I empathized with him and have decided to re-raise my score to a 5! I love this place. Have a positive day.

    (5)

  • Elissa P.

    I lived in Chicago for almost 10 years and haven't found a place that I liked as much as Chicago's K-town places until Honey Pig. This place has a nicer, industrial hip atmosphere with pretty authentic food. The kimchee has wonderful flavor. I appreciated the spicy tofu soup they brought out towards the end of the meal - and liked the spice. My only request would be to expand the number of banchan offered. They only offer a couple.

    (4)

  • Alex M.

    Obviously, korean bbq is always steep in price. However, Honey Pig is alright overall & I would rather recommend to go to Iron Age which is just a few minutes away. They have delicious meats and also have like suid, pork belly, & pork belly green tea. I didn't like pork belly because it had like bones/cartlidge in it. Their best meat is their chicken, the flavors they marianate their chicken are out of this world. They also give you bottomless bean sprouts and of course, kimchi. I hate that they don't give you rice which is a huge bummer! Your meal also comes with three dipping sauces, rice patties/sheets, radishes, & some salad.

    (3)

  • Mindy H.

    Honey Pig is on the pricier side ($28/person for unlimited) compared to the other unlimited Korean BBQ hot spots, such as Iron Age and Oh! My Samgyupsal ($18-$20), but trust me - you can taste the difference in the quality of the meat that's served here. My friends and I usually opt for ordering a couple individual servings since we usually can't eat enough when it comes to ordering unlimited, but definitely go for the unlimited option if you're with a huge group of hungry people! I've only had the samgyupsal here, but there are a number of flavors you can try. Some of the ones I've had are wine, garlic, bean paste, and the Honey Pig special (which is apparently better quality meat than the other choices), my favorites being the garlic and bean paste. I went with a party of 4 people and we ordered 4 individual trays (range from $18-$20 per tray), which was enough to keep us full for a good while. The meat also comes with bean sprouts, kimchi, radishes, salad, and a few sauces, all of which you can ask for refills. The service here is great - someone usually comes over every few minutes to cut and flip the meat so you don't have to worry about doing it yourself. Sure, you'll come out feeling like you visited a meat sauna, but it's so so worth it.

    (4)

  • Erin G.

    My partner & I just tried Honey Pig for the first time & to be honest, found the meats to be quite bland & over-priced. The atmosphere of the restaurant is quite good, though it is very warm inside & they need to turn the music down a little. At $80 for two people (no alcohol) I would expect a more impressive spread with better quality meats & seasonings. Honey Pig isn't a restaurant we will make a return visit to.

    (2)

  • Coty S.

    Super expensive mediocre quality meats, cooked on a cast iron lid in front of you, while you are rushed through your meal by tag teaming teenage boys. I made the mistake of finally trying Honey Pig, knowing good and well that they would piss me off. And, everything played out just as I expected. Here is how you dine at Honey Pig: 1. Wait for a table for a long time with the rest of the suckas. 2. Order immediately. 3. Rush through meal, as the waiters are cooking the food in front of you faster than you can eat it. 4. Beg for fried rice at the end. You may or may not get what you asked for. 5. Pay outrageous bill and rush out of the restaurant in a whirlwind, not knowing what just happened. Three people, about $150.00 The Honey Pig name is famous in the US KBBQ scene, as a chain of restaurants. However, this Duluth, GA Honey Pig is not part of the Gooldwaejii chain, yet still is able to keep the same name, nor the famous Los Angeles Honey Pig location. Whatever... This place is so overhyped, but idiots like me keep going there and getting ripped off, so I guess it is all working out. At least I gave this location a try, now I can move on to better places.

    (2)

  • Dave M.

    This place is pretty good albeit a little pricey. I went with one person and we were told if we ordered just one portion of meat it would come pre-cooked and we wouldn't get all the cool stuff you grill at the table. So we ordered 2 meats but they were around $19 each (yikes!). You do get a whole head of kimchi, large amount of bean sprouts to grill, and bottomless salad but the rice is not free. They have some other non-grill plates as well. The place is pretty large but a little dark so it feels bar-like. They iron grill is cool but you'll get spattered with grease just a tad bit. The service was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend trying it at least.

    (4)

  • Qiaoyi X.

    There's a big hype of All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ. Therefore, there was a long line in front of the restaurant. Luckily, we beat the crowd by going there in 7pm. You have 3 options in Honey Pig: 1 Order whatever you want by dish and pay for every dish; 2. Order Combination A or B; 3 The unlimited combo, but the catch is you can't order every kind of meat. Last time, we chose option 1 and ordered several dishes, but we left not full... A lesson learned. This time, we ordered the unlimited combo for 4 persons. The K-pop music was so loud, that we needed to shout to each other to have a conversation. But magically, we ended up with good conversations, and forgot to order every kind of meat. Every meat we tried was of high quality, and we totally enjoyed it. What a pity to forget green tea and wine(?). They put kimchi and bean sprouts to the round grill first, then all kinds of meat. My friends who eat veggies a lot seemed to love them. I, as a carnivore, loved their meats. Brisket was thinly sliced, yet just a warm-up. The Sam-Gyum-Sal was just the right portion of fat and lean meat! The idea of putting pork skin on the grill is also genius. Chicken bulgogi was sweet in every bite, and squid was my favorite, even though the spiciness was hard to handle(BE AWARE!). It was almost summer time, but they did not turn the A/C to a cool degree. The same thing happened last time. 20% tips are automatically added. All the little things wiped off one star.

    (4)

  • Lauren A.

    I try to save my 5 stars but this place was amazing. Now I know there are plenty of Korean BBQ places to pick from on Buford Hwy, but I can tell this place is different. They have a pretty cool vibe/atmosphere. First they cap the actual grill so everything the juices run down the side and inside so they don't splash you. I tried 3 different meats - of course the pork belly. I loved the unlimited kimchi and sprouts. I think I may have asked for additional kimchi twice. They do bring out a sort of rice paper for wraps, but much preferred making them out of lettuce. Also love the cold soup you get to start. Think of getting to have a thousand spicy meat lettuce rolls - in a way that sounds better than how I just described it. Finally the service was killer, I think I went to flip a piece of meat once and before I could even get to it the waiter was right there taking care of everything for us. Even if you have another favorite spot Id recommend you give honey pig a try.

    (5)

  • George H.

    Great food, and fun experience. Having lived in Korea for the better part of a decade, it was great to see this place in Duluth. It has all the great characteristics of a Korean BBQ joint: loud, great smells, fast, and delicious. One element that it was missing (hence the rating), was that the price of soju was absolutely prohibitive. It get what they're going for, though. Since this place is not really for Korean diners, they kick that price up to $15 hoping that it will be justified by a group of people interested in "trying soju". Well, knowing that soju costs $1 in Seoul, $3 in the US (retail), this is just too much. If it was $7, I would have gotten two, had even more fun, and spent the same. Still, it's a fun place and I will be back. Oh, was it odd that there were ZERO female employees?

    (4)

  • Restaurant R.

    This place was awesome!!!!! I had Jumbo Scallops and mushrooms. Great Food. Great Atmosphere! Great service! You have to go at least once!

    (5)

  • Daniel C.

    My little bro and I go here often. The gogi is good, kimchi is great, and the service is aight. The waiters are hit or miss.

    (4)

  • Addy C.

    WATCH OUT FOR THOSE METAL BOWLS - I got a 2nd degree burn on my thumb. I was told the servers aren't supposed to put the bowls next to the grill but that's what happened. I picked up the bowl and yelled out loud and dropped it immediately. I burned my thumb so bad my nerve endings got damaged too. Did the servers come to my attention? Nope they were nowhere to be seen - I had to find them to get ice. On top of that, we pretty much cooked the meats ourselves - I even made it obvious by standing up and grilling the meats (this was before I burned my thumb). I had gotten similar feedback from other friends who had gone recently - their service isn't as good as they used to be. And the food? Not good esp. the honey pig pork belly that's $2 more than their regular pork belly. It had a stinky meat smell. Plus they charge extra now for the fried rice at the end. Oh yeah and when the manager finally came to our table to apologize for his staff placing the bowls right next to the grill, he said he'd provide more service to make up for it. Nope that didn't happen - nothing AT ALL. I was so angry. We will never go back to Honey Pig esp. when there are other BBQ places with better food, better prices and very attentive service. By the way Honey Pig, you should keep a bottle of Pure Aloe Vera Gel at the front - works better than ice.

    (2)

  • Andrew N.

    This is an all you can eat place. The meat quality is good and the service is good. Unfortunately, you pay alot for all this. They really dont give you that many side dishes so its not worth it to me. But overall you will get a good meal here. I dont think i will be coming back.

    (3)

  • Eddie C.

    As a Korean food lover from Minnesota, Korean BBQ is something that I usually can only dream of. After starving myself after a day of traveling to ATL, I drooled with anticipation on the car ride straight from the airport with my dad. Naturally I ordered the unlimited option. I only found out after that the price doesn't include the elusive Galbi or marinated short ribs but I figured the pork belly and brisket would satisfy my carnivorous desires. The server gave us plenty of kimchi that was cooked on the stove as well, which was positioned to soak in the tasty meat juice. The meat quality was solid, with just enough fat to keep things tender and the kimchi was a good level of sour. They provided the usual soy bean sauce, some chili sauce, and seasoning salt, which kept things interesting. The service was pretty decent as well. The waiter was relatively attentive though I think because we were seated in the corner, it took him longer to get to us, forcing us to attempt to grill. For the cons: it was a hot summer day and there didn't seem to be any form of air conditioning. Also, I noticed our plastic bottle that our water came in was deformed, likely from the hear. I hope I didn't drink plastic! Finally, the price was a little higher than I would have liked, given that the selection of meat was more limited than I wanted. Overall though, it was a solid Korean BBQ experience. I knew that because I left the restaurant ready to go into a food coma and never wanting to eat meat again.

    (4)

  • Jessica C.

    Service: The staff is very friendly who come by and cook your meat and always make sure your next meat is ready on deck. Food: The meat is pretty standard; I don't know if it's worth the price compared to other places. You meat is heated alongside kimchi and bean sprouts. The fat and leftover meats on the grill are drained on one side. One downside is that the fried rice costs extra whereas at Iron Age it's complimentary. Another thing I have concerned about is that the plastic water bottles they have at tables are indented from the heat of the grill so I question whether these plastic bottles are still safe to drink from.

    (3)

  • Divine A.

    We went to this restaurant while we were in the area. Very cute place. You can see and feel the Korean vibe. I love Korean food so expectations were high. Every table has its own big grill for grilling the BBQ and side dishes. They has very big portions. And unlimited side dishes. Wish they has this down in Soflo.

    (4)

  • Scott E.

    I love Honey Pig. The atmosphere is great- young, trendy and diverse. The food is also great. I've now gotten the Chicken Bulgogi twice, the honey pig special (pork belly) and then pork belly with garlic. Everything has been great. I still can decide where I like the kimchi fried rice or not.

    (4)

  • Sela T.

    This place has been praised by many. Decided to try it out with friends. But, i've come to the conclusion that its another average korean bbq that overcharges customers. Ordered the unlimited menu. Sad things is the menu is actually very limited with its meat choices. If i'm going to pay 30-40, i'd expect to be offered more than half of the meat on the menu. Plus, they didn't offer many sides. I like sides. They do however provide plenty of kimchee and spicy bean sprouts. Service is mediocre. They don't help cook like other places. Overall, I wouldn't come back here. I'd go elsewhere that has a better selection for a cheaper price.

    (2)

  • Carly K.

    I used to look forward to coming here every time I am near Atlanta just because there isn't a place like this in Tennessee or North Carolina. But of course in California there are way better places then this. But the prices have gone Wayyy up costing us like $30 a person just to get full. They don't even give you that much meat for the price. The music is too loud in here like going to the club and you end up having to shout to your family members across the table. Menu- would recommend getting the honey pig signature pork belly and boneless prime short rib. Drinks- highly recommend rice wine

    (3)

  • Jordan K.

    Excellent restaurant that is synonymous with fresh and simple delicious dishes. Did not give it 5 stars due to service issues and restaurant cleanliness. Worth the trip.

    (4)

  • Yuan Z.

    The BBQ here is really good and special! I love the kimchi here! And the service is great too! I drove a really long way to there and it deserve for it! I wish they have a branch one in my town!

    (4)

  • Josh M.

    So far this is the best KBBQ I've been to. What sets this place apart is the really cool atmosphere, the upbeat staff, and, of course, delicious food. We ordered the Kobe style beef and some pork belly (we didn't want to try the all you can eat option this time, but will next time). The meat was fresh and delicious. It came out fast and tasted great. Obviously it's expensive, but you get what you pay for. The staff was great. I'm not Korean and sometimes going to Korean places is awkward because of the language barrier. Here, at least for the most part, the staff were fluently bi-lingual (most of the staff seem to be Korean american, as opposed to full on immigrant, and have probably gone to school here so are basically fluent in both languages and cultures). In some of the other Koreans places it's hard to communicate which sometimes makes the experience unpleasant. So if you're worried about communication here, don't be. They were also very helpful with questions about the menu. I loved everything about this place and will certainly be back when I need my KBBQ fix.

    (5)

  • Lauren H.

    They're way overpriced. My family and I, (4 adults and a toddler) went here yesterday for dinner and our bill came out to be around $200 after tip. Wth?! The food here is decent but is definitely not worth that price. I honestly don't feel like this korean bbq place is any better than other ones I've tried. We decided to go with the unlimited option which is $27/person. My stepdad wanted to try the shrimp so we ordered that extra. It cost $28 for 4 pieces of shrimp and some mushrooms! We went here yesterday around 6ish and it was crazy busy which I had already expected it to be. We were quoted a 50 minute wait but I don't think it took that long. It was more like 35-40 minutes? Once seated, our waiter came out to take our order. I wanted to try the spicy squid and spicy pork belly but the waiter insisted that I should order those meats last because it tends to burn the grill and would cause the rest of our meats to burn. I really wanted to try it but he was really adamant about me ordering it the end. Instead of fighting with him, I just went ahead and ordered other things. At other korean bbq places, they would change out the grill if this happened. I guess he was trying to save himself the trouble of doing this? I don't know. When I finally got around to ordering the spicy squid and pork, it was brought out by a different waiter and placed atop a piece of foil to cook. I guess it was on the foil to prevent it from burning the grill? Not sure why the first waiter kept insisting that I wait to order the squid and pork if it's cooked on a piece of foil anyways. My recommendation is to save your money and go elsewhere!

    (2)

  • Helen P.

    When introducing a friend to Korean BBQ, I would chose to take them here or 678. The interior is nice. Every table has a large disk like grill filled with delicious pork belly, kimchi, or short ribs. The food will fill you up, but save room for the kimchi fried rice which they make at the end with your leftover. Highly recommend this place.

    (4)

  • Belinda L.

    This was the first place I've ever had Korean BBQ a few years ago and I've been coming back ever since. As such, I've seen a lot of the changes that they've implemented. This will be a mixed review gathering my past experiences and comparing it to my most recent experience. OVERVIEW: This is a perfect spot if you want to introduce someone to Korean BBQ. It was my first place and I was hooked. They give you a wide selection on their meats and I find their meats to be really good each time I've gone - so that much hasn't changed for me. After you choose what meats you want, they'll ring up your order and start you off with some cold soup. I love this soup because it helps cleanse my pallet to get me ready to get my munch on. Shortly after, they'll bring out the meats along with all the other sides. Kimchee, beansprout, rice paper, and sauces are all included and they will bring you more if you need more. I think they have the best kimchee and beansprout compared to all of the other Korean BBQ places I've visited so far in town. I know people go for the meat, but I also like to go for their beansprout - looovee my beansprout, so gooood :) The server will generally come to you and flip your meats to let you know if it's ready for you to eat, but you can easily cook it yourself and it's really fun. If you also ever need anything from a server, they have a convenient button located at your table that you can ring and one will immediately show up. At the end of your meal, you have the option to get fried rice and/or hot soup. Both used to be included in the meal, but they charge you now if you want either of them. Both are really good, but I recommend the fried rice. They prepare it on the skillet that's on your table and because all of the meat, kimchee, and beansprout have been cooking on there, the mixed fried rice combines all of those flavor and it's absolutely delicious. SERVICE: This won't be your top notch, over the top service, but it's still good. You will have some servers that will take their time to come back to check on you to see how you're doing, but if they don't, it's probably because they are busy running around and taking care of other tables. With that being said, that's why they provide you a button to call for a server if you need one. PRICE: This is the only downfall for me, but yes, Honey Pig has gradually over the duration of my many visits increased their price. It's come to the point where I don't know if I agree with the amount I'm being charged for the full experience I'm getting - including food, environment, and service. I think it's a little overpriced at this point and that's why I don't go as often unless I'm really craving some Korean BBQ. Conclusion, this is still my go to place until I find another place I really enjoy going to. I've been to a few more places around the area, but I've still not managed to fall in love with those places as I have with Honey Pig. It's worth trying out and to bring a group of friends out to just have a fun time and eat. You'll thoroughly enjoy it - I know I do every time I go.

    (4)

  • Autumn L.

    The honey pork and Kia bi (traditional Korean BBQ) was alright but it was over priced. The flavor is pretty similar to any other Korean BBQ places. compared to other bbq places i've been to ,there's wasn't many side dishes, only a salad soup and another side. Then they have bean sprouts and Kim chi along with the BBQ that they cook in front of you in a dome-like grill. The only thing I really liked was the Kim chi. Overall it was decent but overpriced. It was more of an experience than the food itself. The place was clean and cool; it had a great modern decor and korean pop music for you to enjoy. If you just want some good and cheap food, dont waste your money here.

    (3)

  • Allie A.

    OH. MY. GOD. It's official. Every time we head to Atlanta, we just have to get some Korean BBQ, and this trip brought us to Honey Pig. When we arrived, there was quite a line! We were told about 20 mins, which turned into more like 45, but totally understandable being a Friday night on a holiday weekend. (Will wait for meat.) We immediately ordered up a few beers and the kimchi and bean sprouts came right out. My significant other, who has never been a big kimchi kinda guy, ended up loving it (maybe because it was on the grill?) and I think we have a new fan! It was spicy and fantastic. We opted to go all out with the ALL the meats, and started out with the brisket. I think this was my favorite... perfectly seasoned and the crispy bits at the end... just incredible. Next up, pork belly, spicy pork belly, one more I've forgotten, and ended with the squid. I did have to take several time outs, walk outside to cool off a bit (dang, it gets hot in here!) Not typical of me to not take a ton of pictures or write notes, but I really wanted to immerse myself in the experience and company. And I did. And it was amazing. And, I'll be back.

    (4)

  • Catie C.

    This is the most unique Korean BBQ I've had. Granted that I never been to Korea and only had Korean BBQ in the Northeast, I'm not a huge fan of Southern Korean BBQ based from Honey Pig's House specials. I was fascinated by the cooking cast iron lid. That lured me into trying this restaurant. The meal comes with bean sprouts and kim chi that cooks on the lid. Rice is ordered separately. We tried the Honey Pig Sam-Gyup-Sal and Boneless Prime Short Rib. Their signatures. We never seen duck on a BBQ menu before, so we ordered that to see what's that all about. Neither are marinated. Dip to flavor. They're fresh but nothing to WOW about. The meal also comes with Rice Noodle Square Sheets. I never seen that before. I just used that as wraps like the lettuce. I maybe doing it wrong and the servers thought that I was a moron!? Who knows! I would classify this as over priced to say the least. Prices here are higher than Boston's. Not worth the price tag but it was a cool experience cooking on top of a lid. The servers were on top of things, taking turns cooking the meats and checking on us.

    (3)

  • Ssd P.

    We've eaten home made Korean food before and loved it, when our friends took us to honey pig I was amazed at how healthy and tasty Korean food could be, to an extent I craved Korean food thanks to honey pig The staff is kind and helps you understand what is offered in their menu, though expensive it's worth a try ...you won't regret it

    (5)

  • Dona N.

    I've been to a handful Korean BBQ and Honey Pig was definitely on my list to try since I hear my friends rave about it. We ordered 4 different dishes: 2 Honey pig (they were flavored but I can't recall), Kalbi, and Seasoned Boneless Beef Ribs. And they were all good, with kalbi being my favorite. I was disappointed they didn't have any salad or lettuce to wrap the meat with. I have to say, the service was ON-POINT. Maybe its because it wasn't busy. I wouldn't take someone new to korean BBQ here, but I'm glad I tried Honey Pig.

    (3)

  • Daniel S.

    Bland as can be. Atmosphere and service was great but the food and sauces do not compare to other Korean bbq places in the same area. Honey pig is way overpriced and over hyped.

    (2)

  • Tiff H.

    The last time I came here was 2010 with my family and my dad hated it, so we haven't been back since. 5 years later... I decided maybe it's time to give Honey Pig another try. We had a group of 4, and one of our party got there around 7:55, and got us in line for a table. We were seated at 8:15, and there was a huge line after we got there, so I was grateful for our early bird friend. We got the all you can eat for $27.99 per person. The sauces, banchan and wraps came out first. The rice wraps and the radish wraps are a must at Korean BBQ. You can also request lettuce wraps. The server slapped kimchi and bean sprouts onto the sides of the pan. We started out with marinated chicken (a big mistake for 3 hungry guys) and the brisket. When the servers bring out chicken, pork or squid, they will cook it over aluminum foil, which will prevent the server from having to change the pan often. However, the foil also causes the meat to cook much slower, so we waited for the chicken in painful agony as the chicken slowly cooked through. I was disappointed at the tiny pieces of chicken. I felt like I was picking at some kernels of corn. Beef brisket is the way to go until your hunger is abated, then go for the other meats. The beef brisket quality declines over the course of each order in its thinner and thinner slices... We ordered garlic samgyupsal, which is pre-cut and cooked on foil. The squid takes the longest to cook, so they recommended us not order that until the end of the meal. The green tea pork belly was our last order and we were VERY disappointed in the lack of flavor to the meat. Where exactly is the green tea that we see is basted on the meat? Halfway through our meal, we ordered a large bottle of Hite for $8.50, which was perfect for two light drinkers. I'm over 21, but our server did neglect to card us... It made me feel old and definitely not in a good way. There is a call button on the table that you can use to call the server if you need something. We had to make use of it more and more as the Friday night diners filled up the restaurant. White rice costs extra, regardless what they say. The fried rice at the end that is usually free at other Korean BBQ Venues also costs extra ($2.99). Overall, meat quality is much better than most other Korean BBQ I've been to in Duluth and Buford highway, other than 678. Service was ok, except when it got busy. Variation of the AYCE bbq option is pretty diverse, as well. However, I couldn't stand how standardly offered items such as white rice, steamed egg, fried rice and tofu soup, were not complimentary, especially when paying such a premium price on the meat and service. I probably won't be back much, I would go to 678 for this price point over Honey Pig. I give Honey Pig a 3.5 rounded down to a 3.

    (3)

  • Matt B.

    The food was good and the staff was friendly, but I felt like the value wasn't really there (the price to food quality ratio). Don't get me wrong - the food is really good. I just think it is over-priced.

    (3)

  • Yiding S.

    Very Bad Service! Never Never Never Come again!!!!!!!!!!!

    (1)

  • Lara K.

    Delicious and the service was amazing!!! I loved the selection of meat available and the fact that they even had seafood!!! I will definitely be returning here again! Great price, great food, great service!!!!

    (5)

  • Lindsay E.

    We always leave Honey Pig stuffed to the brim. This place is one of our favorites. I lived in Korea for 16 months, and when I came back, this was the first Korean meal I got to have since "the real thing." We loved it immediately. -- The free stuff: The mung bean sprouts taste exactly they do in Korea. The kimchi, radish soup, thin rice cake, sauces, and even the water cups/bottle and "yogiyo button" are exactly like they are in Korea. When you're finished with your meat entrees, be sure to get the free rice and soup afterward. A server will put the rice on your skillet and mix in everything that's left. It's delicious! Galbi: Not exactly like what I had in Korea, but very close. Honey Pig's version is more tender, and a bit more chewy. Great flavor. I like this meat the best. Bulgolgi: Not what I was expecting, but my husband likes it. There's a lot of bite to it, and it takes my teeth a while to break down the meat. Brisket: Yum. I had this a while back, so I don't remember what I thought of it, but I don't remember it being bad. -- If you go after 6 or on a holiday, expect it to be very busy. We went Christmas Eve and waited about an hour. The place is packed, but that's because the food's so good! Loud, raucous, and happy people, just like it should be. Great for an authentic Korean dining experience and for some amazing food. Can't wait to go again!

    (5)

  • Fiona F.

    This place has good Korean BBQ - we often order all you can eat buffet. 25 per person- yes it is pricy. But you pay what you get . Food quality is good. I like the style here that they brought the meat to be cooked at the desk. They offer - Brisket, Korean bacon, Korean Pork belly, and some seafood selections. They are all very good, meat is tender and fresh, marinated ones are nicely flavored. Service here can be a little slow. You need to ask every time which can be a little annoying . Since cooking at the table is part of the meal, that I think they are supposed to come help check the cooking and adjust the temperature. Music is very loud here that You can't hear the other person across the table. In comparison to Iron Age , I like this place better because of it's meat quality. If you are a meat lover - definitely give this place a try. I think it is the best Korean BBQ place in Atlanta.

    (4)

  • Wade C.

    I like the environment and all the seating arrangement when I first walk in. After ten minutes of sitting down, I felt the place is to crowded. The food is not as good as my friends said. It is good for friends gathering, not for dating or whoever is looking for a place where you can eat and talk.

    (3)

  • Amanda D.

    Great food! Hard to find good flavored kal-bi around town. Wish the portions were bigger for groups. The kimchi soup and kimchi were great!! Have been here twice and will definitely return! The fried rice at the end of the meal was a great surprise when I first visited here.

    (4)

  • Carolina M.

    I don't know how it is that I've managed to not go to to Honey Pig after all these years. Just about everyone I know has been and while my go-to Korean BBQ place has been Oh! My SamGyupSal, the experience at Honey Pig is a little different. They don't take reservations, so ok, get there at a decent time or be ready to wait. My family and I did the $26.99 AYCE buffet. Compared to other places where it's primarily brisket and pork belly, Honey Pig's also include intestine, squid and pork skin. The pork belly only comes in a few flavors: regular, wine and there might have been a spicy. The good: - Round grills and booth setup are awesome. - Decent quality of meats - They have both rice noodle sheets and radish sheets to eat with your pork - They bring whatever you ask them to...although it seems that there are plenty of things you shouldn't have to ask for. - Fried rice at the end was good, although I think it was an additional $3. The bad: - Ventilation was poor at the table. The smoke started going towards me instead of getting sucked up by the vent. - Uneven heating on the grill. One side was hotter than the other and the waiters kept cooking on the not-hot side. - Having to ask for sliced garlic and a bowl of romaine lettuce for wraps. I'm really surprised we had to ask for this. - Service was hit or miss. Takes a while to get your next round of meat and our server kept going back and forth aimlessly Overall, I think I'm a bigger fan of Oh! My SamGyupSal or even Iron Age. Iron Age feels like they have more banchan, but I've heard way too much about people slipping in the restaurant that I'm hesitant to go back. Oh! My SamGyupSal has better service and the heat/vent situation there is better even if the grill isn't as large as Honey Pig's. I wouldn't turn down coming back to Honey Pig again as its a fun experience. Expect to be there for a long time with slow service. Also expect that you're gonna smell like BBQ once you walk out.

    (4)

  • Bo Y.

    Super shady azn joint with zero accountability or care for customers. None. Give them money or u r trash. I plan on visiting 2 weeks in advance since I'm flying in from out of town. I call 2 weeks in advance and once again the week of. I call at 10pm the day of my visit to confirm they close at 2am on a Friday since it's posted on Yelp and their website and they literally ensure me yes. I call at midnight while i am in the Uber because I know how fickle Korean restaurants are...management tells me no we're "closing in 20min because we don't have too many customers right now..." Useless to argue...Koreans either act like they suddenly don't speak any English or they just hang up... Failure as an establishment. I hope u guys suddenly decide to understand English again and read this review and learn u r scum of the universe for breaking expectations. Why open a business in the service industry when u don't know how to serve? Go hungry tmr...u deserve it.

    (1)

  • Justin G.

    Thank you Honey pig for you have proven to me that Great Kbbq can be enjoyed in even more states then I imagined. Not the best for large groups since they could not provide a party of about 15 people but I fell in love with the food. The name is perfect for this place - That night I was a pig and enjoyed every moment of it. They keep a good eye on your table to make sure your wraps are plentifull and your kimchee is stacked high. The atmosphere is very pleasing and the wait staff can speak English (for all us non koreans). I have been carrying around their business card for over 2 weeks now just as a reminder to make a good review on this place.

    (4)

  • Lisa D.

    After reading through the prior reviews and mixed reviews on the service, we were hesitant to try this place out.... But we were pleasantly surprised with the experience. We went on a Sunday night around 7 and there wasn't even a wait. Service was quick and all of the wait staff was friendly and took time to explain the menu and process. We got their signature pork and beef with the bean sprouts. And finished with the rice. Both meats were good, but we're used to the meat at a KBBQ place being marinated and these two options were not. I was super surprised by how great the rice was... It might have been my favorite part of the meal. I know many people have really emphasized poor service, but every single employee stopped to ask us how things were and if they could bring out any sides for us. It was a really great meal and I highly recommend anyone trying this place out.

    (5)

  • Christina K.

    The wait on weekends at dinner can be exhausting. 45 minutes, man. I was so grouchy, standing outside, smelling the pork and kimchee fried rice. Needless to say, after the exhausting wait, it was totally worth it. This is my go to KBBQ. As a samyupsal addict and half Korean, I have pretty high demands for service and quality of food, and these guys nailed everything. Even with the place at capacity, my meal was fast, delicious, fresh, and had good service. Went back a third time for lunch, no wait \o/ and still 100% quality service. I love you honey pig.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    Stuffed, that's how I felt after eating here. I went with 3 other friends and we each ordered the all you can eat buffet. This place is fairly pricey at $30-40 a person but the overall selection along with the quantity of food makes it worth it. We ordered everything on the all you can eat menu, I highly recommend ordering the samgyeopsal that's been marinated (there are a few different options) over the non marinated ones. Overall, Honey Pig was a delicious porktastic experience (there are very limited beef options for the all you can eat).

    (4)

  • Liz K.

    I've been coming to this place for years. Literally, YEARS! And the food was always great, consistent, and the service never lacked there of.. Anyway, I came here recently and they started charging for everything that used to be complimentary. The soybean soup and the fried rice is now extra. The best part about the end is getting that bite of crunchy fried rice--even if you're stuffed. Blah, anyway. The soup, which is very simple to make actually, and also complimentary EVERYWHERE ELSE.........is now charged. Now what? Are they going to charge for extra sauce too? GEEZ

    (3)

  • Martha K.

    My friends and I always come here when it's time to have our bi-weekly or monthly Korean BBQ feast. I am Korean so it's nice seeing my non-Korean friends enjoy this food! We usually get the unlimited so that we can try whatever we desire. I cannot wait for the holidays so that I can bring my other family members from out of town here! Great social meal but 1 thing-- I would like it if service was a tad more attentive. Usually the servers come to your table and cook the meat or check up on the meat for you periodically. But the last few times that didn't happen too much. But that's all!

    (4)

  • ChauPha N.

    I am giving honey pig one star for the quality of their meats (beef brisket and pork belly) and that is it. My experience here was so horrible, I promised to not ever come back to honey pig...even if its free. YES, it's that BAD. It all started with us getting seated, me, the mister, and my two nephew (one is 3 and one is 5). They sat us down and didn't come around to take our order until we beeped (10 minutes later). Me and the mister got the unlimited option, which is 27.99 per a person. They also charged each of my nephew 5.99, since its 5.99 for children who is are 3 years to 6 years. I find that ridiculous since they didn't even eat that much. Also honey pig were going to charged my nephew extra for white steam rice, even though that is complementary at every other Korean BBQ place. I think that is the main problem of the night, the service that we received were so bad, it made us not wanting to continue dinning there. We usually dine for at least an hour at Korean BBQ place but that night, we stayed for 45 minutes and majority of the time is because we are waiting for them to bring us foods or to give us sauces and ect. Lastly, I wanted fried rice before we leave because I remembered reading about the fried rice on yelp..and so I flagged down a server because they were all busy cleaning the grill instead of taking care of their customer. One of the server told me that its going to take about an hour for the rice to finish cooking and that they aren't going to make any more fried rice for the night...and at that time...it was only 9:30ish, when honey pig doesn't even close till 12. But all i could do is say okay and then wait for our check. As I was waiting for the check though, I overheard another server asking the table next to us if they wanted fried rice. And that folks, were the last straw. I asked the server that originally told me that they weren't gonna have fried rice for the rest of the night and he lied to my face again. He said the rice is probably cooked now and if i wanted it, he can give it to me. NO THANK YOU. I got my check, and i paid and I will never come back. Thanks, but I will take my business to better korean BBQ place that actually won't lied to their customer twice to their face.

    (1)

  • Yelper In A.

    I used to LOVE this place! But now, not anymore!! We ordered the "unlimited" as we always did, for $26.95/pp, which is the most expensive of all AYCE Korean BBQ in the Duluth area. But since I liked their meats, we came back again tonight. Big mistake! When this place first opened, you got a lot of freebies such as octopus and pancake. They took that away a while ago. Now, even things that used to come with the meal are a la carte. Fried rice at the end of the meal? Extra charge. The miso soup that comes when the fried rice comes? Yep, extra charge too. What's next? I think it's safe to say that I won't be coming back for a while.

    (1)

  • Luke T.

    As far as Korean BBQs go, I like Honey Pig the most. Simply cos the food and service is much better. The place is always busy, but tables are turned around very quickly , so your wait should not be long. But try to come early on the weekends, as it does get busy. Do not over order. The portion may look small, but somehow, you'll be stuffed. The kurabuta pork belly is good, so is the mushrooms and also the brisket. If you order these 3, it will be enough for 4 adults. At the end of your meal, you'll b e served their famous kimchi fried rice, and you can ask them to hold the butter too. You'll be dining over a sizzling hot upsidedown wok.. so , plan to go home straight away to change out your clothes. If you hit the club right away.. they'll be friskin you for kim chi and fried rice..

    (4)

  • Hue T.

    Honey Pig has been on my radar for years, but I never had the chance to visit here. I finally made it last night with a group of friends. First Impression: It's a lot bigger and cozier than Iron Age. I love the location, and how spacious it is. There's just so much room to walk around. I love how they play not only Korean music, but also American music. Yay! Unlike Iron Age, there is no Big Screen Music Video projection. This place is always so busy. The wait time is anywhere from 15 minutes to 30 minutes. After waiting for 20 minutes we finally got a table in the front. In the middle of the table there is a dome shaped grill. The first thing on the grill is the bean sprouts and kimchi. I'm not too crazy about their sides. I have to admit the Radish is nasty to me. I didn't mind the Radish being spicy, but I hated how it tasted like garlic/ginger (one point off). Also, it makes me sad that the salad is very unpleasant too. I hate onions, and it had way too much onions in there, with no lettuce. I wish they had the sweet & sour Lettuce Salad from Iron Age. I came with a group of 4 people and only 1 person enjoy the onion salad. For any Korean BBQ place the salad is a very important dish, and Honey Pig fail to carry this out. The unlimited Korean BBQ here is a lot more expensive than any other places I've been to. It's around $27-28 a person, without special drinks or anything. Let's talk about the meat...so far Honey Pig have the best Beef Brisket, and meat. Overall, their meat are a lot fresher, and tastier. I felt like the Beef Brisket melt right in my mouth. I haven't experience that before. Thumbs up! We've tried all the meat options from Beef Brisket, spicy, large Intestine, chicken, and etc. Everything is pretty good except the Large Intestine. It was hard to chew with no flavor. I have to praise the service here. I would give the service a 5/5. The servers are really friendly, and they always come to refill the drinks, and stir the meat. I felt like the service here is a lot better than Iron Age. Somewhere between our meal, the server asked our group to take a picture. He also mention that they would like to post the pictures on their facebook page. It was very nice of them to do that. I checked this morning, and I did see our group picture. How nice :) Overall, the service is wonderful. I would definitely come back here for the meat, but not the sides. Honey Pig need to improve on their Salad, and Radish.

    (4)

  • Nida L.

    This is absolutely the best Korean Barbecue! I've had KBBQ in a variety of places in the states and out, but this place gets it right! The simplicity of the meats combined with the bean paste is just an amazing taste to me. My favorite part is the cold kimchi soup! My husband and I went in on a slow day and the service was great, but I guess not everyone gets as lucky. Everyone was very nice and made sure to always keep us eating! Would love to go back when we can!

    (5)

  • wei w.

    Nice atmosphere, nice service, food is Decent not great. A bit over rated , overpriced!

    (3)

  • T N.

    Honey pig, thank you for taking such good care of us tonight :) Our family of six came in Thursday night for Korean bbq and my Korean boyfriend really wanted to make a good impression on the parents (never had Korean bbq. We got samgyupsal, prime rib, brisket, and shrimp. Everything was delicious and the service was impeccable. Our main waiter was very attentive and they communicate politely towards us and each other. Even the bf who used to work at a krn bbq place was highly impressed. Coming from Bay Area where this would cost twice as much we were super happy with the quality, presentation, and overall ambience of the food. I really appreciate how the whole team went out of their way to make my family comfortable. The owner even gave my siblings candy at the end- super sweet of him. Until next time, honey pig

    (5)

  • Macey M.

    I like me some good Korean BBQ! Honey Pig is the place to be if you have a fun group, like BBQ, and enjoy chowing down! Unfortunately, I wasn't a big fan of the wait staff. They were nice enough, but I wish they explained things more for the first timers. Also, they interchange and there's a bell if you need service...which is cool, but it didnt feel personal. Felt like just a number. And if you have a child, make sure you tell them you want a table, not a booth. The host put us at a booth with a high chair, our son couldn't even sit in it. It was too far down. All that being said, most def will be taking out of town friends here. It's a great place for open minded groups :)

    (3)

  • Kalvin K.

    The menu is simple if you're in the mood for Korean BBQ. There are the standard meats and also all you can eat Korean BBQ (with a certain selection of meats). The grill is at the table and there's plenty of ventilation so you don't smell like your meal. The service is amazing -- when bean sprouts or radish are finished, the servers are quick to bring out more. Additionally, they always ask if another meat order has to be put in (AYCE). Definitely will stop by again if I have the chance!

    (5)

  • Young-In L.

    Been coming here at least once a year since high school. It was always the pricier end for kbbq, especially compared to Iron Age, but the quality of meat and service is so much better. I even went to the Honey Pig in ktown, LA cause I missed this place. Let me just say that the ATL location's food and service is 100x better and that I'll never be going back to the Honey Pig in LA.

    (4)

  • William W.

    Tonight sucked so bad here, they served us 1 serving of brisket and then they said their slicing machine broke. We told the waiter that were not paying full price for something we can't get here. Then he got the "apparent" manager in charge and he came up and told us that it's not their fault their machine stopped working. Instead of offering us a small discount, they told us that they won't charge us for the unlimited price plan but they will charge us for a la carte instead which for 4 meats it came to $130, way more than unlimited plan. The food is good but their hospitality and customer service is horrible. My group of friends are certainly not coming back, not because we didn't get a discount but because we had to argue for over 10 minutes just to get $5 off per person for our group of 6. There is no next time.

    (1)

  • Aaron W.

    There is something "off" about Honey Pig; the Nuevo - Korean BBQ restaurant in a decidedly Korean - centric part of Duluth. It's an unsettling place and I'm trying to put my finger on it. Maybe it's the ratio of protein to dineros - to me it's quite pricey for the proportions of meat/seafood that are given (and granted, our table did not order the UNLIMITED @ $26.95/pp). Or, it could be the wait staff. Now this is a personal bias, but it is 100% Korean hipster - dudes. Some of the most beautiful women in the world are Korean - hire some! So me and 27 other folks visited Honey Pig Tuesday night as part of a local MeetUp group called Buford Highway Foodies. We took up the more private side of the cavernous restaurant decorated with just enough pig paraphernalia to let you know it's a southern (albeit Korean) BBQ joint. Groups of 4 foodies shared a Ssot Dduk Kung, or iron cast lid that is super-heated by a fire underneath and used as a grilling apparatus. Honey Pig prides itself on its kimchi and it along with mung beans are amply spread around the grill when it's fired up. A cold palette cleansing soup is provided as well as dipping sauces (sesame oil with course salt, sriracha, bean paste) and wraps for the proteins to follow. We ordered pork belly, beef boneless short rib, and scallops. Again, while skimpy on the protein, it was fresh and tasty. The pork belly was fatty and delicious. The beef rib pieces could have been larger but were of quality meat. And the scallops, 8 in #, were big, succulent, and tasty. At the end of the meal, for a 3 dollar upcharge you get a small bowl kimchi rice spread over the grill and crisped together with all the stray tasty bits left over from the grilling. It's a good addition but an awkward upcharge. The total bill for 4 (with no alcohol) was $105. Recommendation: maybe visit once to be a part of the hipster scene but stick to Buford Highway where the meat is more plentiful and the prices less steep .

    (3)

  • Esther Y.

    Honey Pig is an ultimate eating experience. Bring a large group. Don't fuck around--get the unlimited option, which lets you choose from 6 or so kinds of meat for the grill. Here, they don't give a lot of banchan but the kimchi and bean sprouts they put on the grill more than make up for it. Everything is fresh and delicious, and the server boys---each looks more like a kpop idol than the next---keep the deliciousness coming. It's a trendy spot so expect either loud EDM or kpop to accompany your well-earned meat sweats. Stop reading this review and go.

    (4)

  • Sophia L.

    I have eaten here a couple times. The meat quality is pretty darn good. I love the kimchi here, it's delicious. It's a little pricey though. I'm not entirely sure whether or not the have the all you can eat. But one serving of meat is enough to serve two people. Plus they make you fried rice with what is leftover on your pan at the end. They also give soup.

    (4)

  • Toya F.

    Turn around and slap somebody mother because the food and the experience is just that good. Just left this place and i needed to be rolled out. We are so stuffed and satisfied. I've never had Koren food before and I truly embraced something different.

    (4)

  • Kristin P.

    What a rip-off. Sadly they don't take reservations so our party waited over an hour and a half on a Saturday night - which I understand...it just sucks. Then, we learn that if one person at the table orders unlimited (for $27) then everyone is forced to order unlimited which makes no sense to me considering I couldn't eat the pork or chicken. The kimchi was amazing...especially with butter. My fiance and I ordered the scallops and the beef tongue. The beef tongue was good quality, but the waiter came by so infrequently and got upset when we tried to turn the meat ourselves, it got way overcooked. The scallops we paid like $25 for and got 7 measly scallops...which got overcooked for the same reason the beef tongue did. Why anyone pays this much to go here...no clue.

    (1)

  • Scott N.

    Fail. We took one step in the door and were refused service. They said that there was a health inspection taking place and they couldn't serve additional customers, on a Friday night no less. However, the customers who walked in ahead of us and behind us were not told about the health inspection. If you don't want to serve us, have the guts to say why. Apparently they are not open to the general public.

    (1)

  • Shawn F.

    Went here with an old friend (american) and my Korean girlfriend. We all got the Unlimited meats, and glad we did. All were tasty and filling. No one left hungry! The service was great, the kimchi, rice ending and marinades were all awesome. However, the dance club music was a bit too loud, so I had to ding a star for that. We were trying to talk to each other and most of the time had to yell a bit, wasn't comfortable. Please turn down the music just a little bit! Otherwise, great food, much much better than Iron age!

    (4)

  • K P.

    Fantastic food and fantastic staff- We had six guests all who had never been there- the waiters (all Korean young guys) helped us pick the right choices, recommended we share about 4 meat/fish selections , and order more as/if we wanted. With my 2 sons in the group we ended up ordering 2 or 3 more- honey pig of course and shrimp were great- but the favorite was the pork bulgogi- we got an extra order of that after tasting it. Must be pretty authentic cause I would guess 80% of the guests are Korean/Korean heritage. Also- it is so nice not to have bread on everything- very healthy especially if your diet trends more toward the paleo (which we do). Fish/meat/veggies with real butter and no breads. One caveat- it is loud- playing top current pop hits- (which i actually like)- a real up beat place that feels full of energy- but not for a quiet dinner. We went early (5:30) on Saturday after reading about the lines and they do form early- no reservations so plan on waiting if you get there at 6:30 or after for sure.

    (5)

  • Jenny C.

    I came on a Saturday night around 7:20pm - this was my mistake. I ended up putting my name on the list and waited a total of 1 1/2 hours before I was seated. (I was a party of 2). The food was delicious - I think the secret here is the butter they melt all over the cooking dome....how can you go wrong? I ordered 2 servings of the honey pig pork, 1/2 order of mushrooms and 1 serving of the rice they fry for you at the end. It was the perfect amount for both of us. Total bill was ~ 80 before tip. A bit pricey but still good. Just not worth the wait. I'd go back but next time it'll be a weekday or something.

    (4)

  • Ashley M.

    Honey Pig is one of my favorite spots for Korean barbeque. The atmosphere is dark, busy, sometimes loud, and with servers rushing everywhere, a bit hurried--but I love it! The servers here are attentive and friendly. Their meats are higher quality than some of the other Korean barbeque places and their offer different seasonings on their meats along with some good dipping sauces. My favorite part of Honey Pig is their awesome dipping sauces, one in particular--the Sambal + ketchup is my all-time-favorite. On a recent trip here with a few friends, I noticed they raised their prices on the Unlimited option to $26.95. I've heard many people complain their Unlimited option was too expensive before the price hike, but now that we're facing close to $30, I am not sure this is the way to go anymore. If you're not going with a bunch of big eaters, I would recommend ordering from their expansive a-la-carte menu, where many meats are under $20. Nevertheless, still one of my favorite go-to places for Korean barbeque!

    (4)

  • Anadora A.

    I love honeypig! I always get really excited when I know I'm gonna go to honeypig! For starts the location is beautiful and spacious! When you walk in you notice how modern the restaurant is. I've never had to wait long to be seated. The servers all work together and I love how attentive they are. There is a boy that always wears a hat, he usually serves me but he is definitely the best! Always making sure I'm okay. I usually get the unlimited. Honey pig has delicious meat and it taste fresh. This is part of the reason I prefer honey pig over Iron Age and many other Korean BBQ. The food is always good! I would most certainly recommend honey pig to everyone. The price for unlimited is 27$ and it's definitely worth in the quality of the meat and obvious you get as much as you can handle. There are a lot of cute pigs for decoration. The restrooms are very clean and the service always keeps me coming back :) I love honey pig!

    (5)

  • Charles G.

    Let me start by saying that the sam gyup sal here is amazing. The kimchi is even better. Overall, though, the wait took a star off, as did the incredible number of kids eating here in groups (thus my assertions on the check in that it is good for neither children nor groups). Regardless, whatever wait they quote you at the door is worth it because the food is clearly a specialized menu instead of trying to cater to lots of different tastes. The kimchi and spicy bean sprouts go on the grill. The meat goes on the grill. They will even make kimchi fried rice on the grill at the end of the meal if you so desire. Just the grill done extremely well. My wife is too pregnant for me to torment her by ordering drinks, so next time I'm looking forward to trying Hite along with the same pork and beef dish we ordered last time, and I'm saving room for kimchi fried rice next time too. We got too excited about the most delicious kimchi we've had in a restaurant and literally ate one and a half heads of nappa cabbage. Totally worth it.

    (4)

  • Frederick N.

    My brother went last evening and really liked it. Best part was when my brother did not recognize the duck meat, he asked the young waiter is that duck? , waiter replied "it is duck, not dog, duck." Korean Humor

    (4)

  • Vicki N.

    I still love honey pig as much as my first review! I just felt the need to update since they've been getting a lot of bad reviews lately. First off, honey pig can get extremely busy, especially on weekends with wait times as long as 1-2 hours. The process of eating at honey pig takes awhile. If you go to many popular restaurants on a weekend, this is a typical wait time. Second, the seating goes like this: the left side of the restaurant is reserved specifically for very large parties such as 7 or more. The middle of the restaurant is reserved for 1-4 (and sometimes if it's really busy then they'll squeeze in one more chair for a fifth). The right side, the booths, are for parties of five or more. The booths are always in high demand, so if a customer persistently asks for a booth, then they try to accommodate them as best they can. This all comes from questioning the workers. The food is probably the best quality Korean bbq I've had that's always consistent. They don't have as much banchan (little appetizers to pair with the meats) as other restaurants, but the star is the meat. They always provide three sauces, soybean paste, chili sauce and salt/pepper with sesame oil. It also comes with pickled jalapeños and onions, cold radish kimchi soup, green onions with sesame oil, radish wraps and rice paper wraps. People come here especially for the rice paper wraps because very very few places offer this, so they run out all the time because customers go through rice paper so fast. As far as meats go, I'd recommend the shrimp, skirt meat, beef tongue, honey pig samgyupsal, spicy samgyupsal, large intestines, and the prime beef. Unlimited is a great option for large parties that plan to eat a ton, but usually I go with my boyfriend, so we just opt for two meats. Upon request, you can always get lettuce wraps and rice. Just ask! Also, the fried rice and soybean soup at the end is optional and also upon request. Some people want it, some people don't, so make sure you definitely ask. If you don't ask, then they'll assume that's a no. Servers are always nice here as long as you show the same courtesy to them. I've seen many customers treat them with such disrespect. If it's busy, cut them some slack because they can only do so much at a time. I'll admit, if it's your first time, then the menu and experience can be confusing and intimidating. Just hope you get a server who primarily speaks English haha.

    (5)

  • Melissa W.

    Do not advertise on your website that you are open until 2am on a Saturday night and close at 12:30. Bad business. Wish I didn't drive out of my way for this.

    (1)

  • Angela W.

    Best Korean place in Atlanta. The hours are very flexible (they close at 12am Sun-Thur and 2am Fri-Sat), and the food is awesome. The kurobuta pork and boneless prime short rib (two signature table top dinner meats) are delicious. Of course you can cook them to your liking, but don't forget to dip in the salt/pepper/sesame oil! You can't go wrong with the kimchi and bean sprouts either. The half order of mushrooms is plenty for two people and tastes especially good with the sesame mix or with the salt/pepper/butter mix. Wrap your meat, kimchi, and veggies in a daikon or lettuce wrap, and you're good to go! Definitely filled our bellies up on our drive back to Savannah.

    (5)

  • David H.

    Honey Pig stands the test in the unlimited Korean BBQ section, and has even more bells and whistles than some of its competitors. May not be as kid friendly as the other restaurants when it comes to their music selection, but that can definitely be overlooked. There is not much that stands out when it comes to the decor, unless its the almost goofy number of pig and pig-like figurines at the entrance. It is set up like any Korean BBQ joint, and is actually kept quite tidy for the most part, which is a huge plus when it comes to the high volume food being served. They offer not only the wide variety of pork cuts, but also chicken and even squid. The squid is definitely a try, the chicken has more to like though if you're a bulgogi (Korean marinated beef) fan, you won't be disappointed. Of course, their unlimited courses are the center of the show and they do carry a higher price tag than their competitors, but that doesn't mean its to be avoided. Their service is impeccable and the waiters always show a great amount of respect as well as attention to their cliental. We always stay more than an hour just feasting off their side dishes and pork belly. There is never a dull moment in this lively place, and it can show in their somewhat longer wait times during rush hours so I would recommend going during their slower traffic times. Feast on, foodies! I'll be back for some more of their great eats.

    (4)

  • Karen N.

    All it takes is one bad serving experience to never want to come back. Food is great and all but to spend over two hours at Honey Pig today when all I got was one of their $9 lunch combos is just not worth it. Sorry Honey Pig up your service or your customer turnout will go down.

    (2)

  • Craig G.

    Nice enough, but I've had better. The biggest disappointment was the difficulty in getting service from the various wait staff. I say "various" because we asked several different staff and still could not get service (refills, ordering, and paying). I'm a novice in the Korean cuisine, but from my limited experience I've decided that I prefer the charcoal cooking rather than the cast iron cooking method as it results in a better flavor. I would come back if someone in our dining party insisted on this location, but otherwise it's not worth the extra drive to visit again.

    (2)

  • Samuel K.

    Pleasant, modern interior. Super clean with good ambiance. We decided on their only AYCE option for $26.99(damn pricey). We started with beef brisket. Blah. Super dry and flavorless. Skip it. The spicy pork belly was better, but not outstanding. Their chicken bulgogi was actually tender and suprisingly flavorful. You also cook bean sprouts and kimchee on the pan but wanted more side dishes. The best part of the meal was the fried rice at the end. Service was excellent. Overall, the meat was disappointing and don't feel it was the worth the premium price.

    (3)

  • Fontaine C.

    Honey pig offers Korean bbq of decent quality. I enjoyed the side dishes that go very well with the BBQ meat. At my visit last Friday, apart from the usual bean sprouts and kim chi, 3 sides were available:1) Wrappers to wrap the cooked meat 2) scallions for the wrap and 3) the fermented turnip. This is the only bbq I know off that offers kim chi fried rice at the very end of the meal. There are three draw backs to Honey Pig: 1) It's overpriced to the quantity of the food available 2) Wait time could be quite long. If you arrive after 7pm, you may need to wait over an hour. 3) Poor service, esp. during peak hours. We turn the meat ourselves majority of the time. When we ordered additional items, it took half an hour to get here; though those items are served raw on top of the stove! For readers who want to try Korean bbq once in a while though, Honey Pig is not a bad choice!

    (3)

  • Simon L.

    It's still Korean BBQ, so it can't possible be bad, but there was really nothing special about this place. The best thing we got was basically just a plain steak that was grilled in front of you. All of the marinated meats were very ordinary. The service was very good, though.

    (2)

  • Chaka A.

    I recently went there for a 1st time experience and the only complaint is... They need to lower the temperature on the AC! It was Hot as Hell inside and couldn't enjoy our food. Everyone was wet and dripping of sweat! We needed lots of cold water to cool off and it didn't work. I recommend everyone to wear extra light clothing.

    (2)

  • Samantha H.

    I have never made it to Honey Pig for AYCE, mostly because I just can't justify stuffing my face for $27. First off, I don't really NEED to cram that much meat into myself. Secondly, I really like the meats that aren't offered with their AYCE option. The only two banchans they give you are the grilled kimchi and bean sprouts. It also comes with a cold radish soup at the start of the meal, and a warm tofu soup at the end. I'm not a fan of either of these soups so I generally pass. To wrap the meat in, they offer pickled radish, the lettuce wrap, and my favorite, the rice paper wrap. I think the radish and the lettuce definitely makes eating pounds and pounds of grilled meat feel less heavy, but I also lean towards the chewy texture of the rice paper. It is basically a thin rice cake. Our go-to meats are the beef brisket and the prime short rib. The brisket is basically shabu-shabu meat, or thinly sliced beef. It's tasty, but can be easily overcooked and get dry. The prime short rib is really tasty, and there is really nice marbleized fat throughout the meat. This is nice for someone like me who doesn't really like meats that are too fatty. The beef tongue is also good. It's similar to the brisket but has a meatier bite to it. I will say, however, that the place can get quite loud. The music is loud, the meats are sizzling, and in general just a lot of shouting so if you're looking for a quiet evening, this place probably isn't it. Another down side is that they don't take reservations so you'll either have to get there early or just endure the hour long wait on weekends. The waiters are pretty attentive but you can always ring the bell on your table if you are getting impatient. Finish the meal with some kimchi fried rice, and don't forget to save some meat so they'll throw that in there for you too!

    (4)

  • Manny H.

    6 friends and I went to Honey Pig last Sunday around 1:30PM...the meal took 2.5 hours. We were literally one of 2 tables that were seated in the entire restaurant, and it took the servers more than an hour JUST to bring out our Combination A (all pork). It then took forever to cook as for some reason didn't feel the need to use up all of the cook surface real estate to cook the meat, even when we asked them to add on more meat. There was absolutely no sense of urgency, I'm guessing they were all in the back having their lunch break? Who knows. The cooked pork in the different marinades in Combo A wasn't anything spectacular and definitely not worth the wait. We I've had much more enjoyable experiences at 678.

    (1)

  • Linda N.

    Second time coming here and probably won't get a third time. A friend wanted to try this place we I said, "sure... Why not .." The customer service was okay. Given that one of the boy used to work at Iron Age ( my favorite KOREAN BBQ place) and said he enjoyed working here now. The atmosphere is pretty chill and is similar to any other Korean BBQ. I ordered the unlimited meal because I thought I will get more selection of the meats. But I didn't even end up trying all of them. The brisket was marinated pretty good versus at Iron Age. However; the sauce wasn't as good and the salad was mostly sliced celery and onions. Eh, wasn't my favorite. They also ran out of "rice paper" considering it was only the weekday. Sigh* The suck part about their grill is that once you start eating a lot... The grease starts to melts and over-flow. It's like a sign that says "time is up, you're done". Your meats will eventually get burned.. Fast forward to our fried rice... after the server got mixing the rice he place the aluminum foil onto the grill. My friend was the first to try the fried rice... after her first bite she noticed there was a FLY hidden inside of there. Now that just ruin our whole appetite and wanted to vomit. Being that we were so nice we didn't want to complain or ask for a refund but we did let most of the workers know about this issue. They did apologize numerous time but that doesn't change the fact that there was a fly.. A LIVE one at that. I did get a chance to record it before it died. Only if YELP allows videos to be posted ( hint hint.. NEW ADDITION) our ticket was about $50 and we even tip $10 for the service. Sigh* never again. Well guys, that's basically sums up my last experience here. You can find me back at Iron Age :)

    (1)

  • Na L.

    This place has different variety compared to Iron Age. Instead on different of side dishes there are bean sprouts and tons of kimchi. I like the difference between these two restaurant. The beef brisket is better here, in my opinion. Service was amazing! Very attentive.

    (4)

  • Daniel B.

    Among all the Korean BBQ restaurants in metro Atlanta, Honey Pig is probably the nicest of the lot. It's an ideal choice if you want to introduce someone to Korean BBQ or want to eat Korean BBQ in a "finer" dining environment, relatively speaking. The food, service, atmosphere, and presentation are all great. Like other Korean BBQ restaurants, Honey Pig serves an unlimited, all-you-can-eat option. However, it isn't as good of a deal. The most basic AYCE meal at Honey Pig runs about $25 per person, whereas the other places only charge about $15. These places include Iron Age, Oh! My SamGyupSal, Cho Won Buffet, Star Daepo, Gobawoo, Song Do BBQ, Myung Ga Won, and Sun and Moon Cafe. The atmosphere at these restaurants are generally more laid back and casual. Some are old school and traditional (e.g. Song Do) and some could even be described as divey (e.g. Gobawoo). The specialty at Honey Pig is BBQ pork and BBQ beef. They also have seafood and hot pot, but most people go for the pork and beef. They offer several different varieties (flavors) and cuts of meat. Expect to spend at least $20 per person at dinnertime. The best deal is the $23.95 AYCE unlimited beef brisket, sam-gyup-sal (pork belly) in an assortment of different marinades (spicy, wine, berkshire), and pork skin. If you've never had AYCE Korean BBQ, here's how it works at Honey Pig. There's a circular, cast-iron, gas-fired grill in the middle of the table. It's got an incline to it so the fat from the meat drains downward. The servers bring trays of raw meat to your table and, using tongs, will place the raw slices of meat onto your heated grill. It begins cooking immediately in front of you. Expect some small splashes and droplets of grease here and there. I wouldn't recommend putting any personal belongings on the table (e.g. phone, keys, wallet, etc.) as they'll be covered in a thin film of grease by the time your meal is over. You can cook the meat yourself, but servers will come by and cook/flip the meat for you, so you really don't have to do anything. This aspect is nice because some restaurants' servers leave you to cook everything on your own. It varies by restaurant. The assisted cooking is one reason why Honey Pig is good for first-timers or people who don't like to cook their own Korean BBQ. Cooking it yourself is part of the experience though. The first thing placed on the grill is kimchi and pickled bean sprouts. These are for you to snack on. An assortment of small dishes (banchan) is brought out to accompany the meal. The banchan isn't too impressive. The dishes include a small bowl of soup with radishes, pickled daikon radish, rice flour rolls, scallion salad, jalapenos and onions, and three dipping sauces: (1) spicy chili paste, (2) doenjang - thick brown salty paste, and (3) sesame oil with salt and pepper (my favorite). I wish they'd include lettuce by default like the other places. They have it, but you have to request it. Several of the aforementioned items are meant to be eaten with the meat. I do think Honey Pig has the best quality brisket and pork belly of the AYCE Korean joints, but I'm not sure if the quality difference is significant enough to warrant its signifcantly higher pricing. Regardless, a very tasty and filling meal can be had here. Don't forget to ask for fried rice at the end... if you still have room. Service is very good. My only gripe is it can take a long time for the next tray of meat to be prepared and brought to your table. I'm not sure why it takes so long. The other places are definitely faster. In summary, Honey Pig is good and I recommend it to first-timers for its high quality meat, service, and atmosphere. However, regular Korean BBQ eaters should (and probably already do) get their fix elsewhere. Honey Pig is located in the McDaniel Square shopping center on Old Norcross Rd. in the same shopping center as MJ Korean Tacos and Wings.

    (3)

  • Chan V.

    To be honest, the only reason I come here is because of the kim chi fried rice they make for you on the inverted grill. It's fun to watch and tastes amazing. The flavor comes from the rice, nori, kim chi and a wealth of flavors left over from the grill. It's a young a hip kind of place. The music is loud like you are in a club. The servers are mostly young men. There is an unlimited meat option for $28 a person if that's your thing.

    (3)

  • Mzhunnie B.

    The food was overall pricey. Not the best. But not the worst. First time there and will never go back!!!!! Todays service was absolutely HORRIBLE!!!! A guy came sat us down took brought us water and took our order. We got the combination 2 for the grill. Well kimchee and bean sprouts came out along with other aide stuff. And We ordered 5 small bowls of rice. Took at least 20 minutes for them to bring our combination meat platter. This time was another guy he buttered up the grill and threw some small cuts of beef in the grill and mushrooms. Sat the platter of meats on the edge of the lower seating area not even a counter or own our table. People was walking by the platter of meats exposed to the surrounding. While The meat was cooking and done we ate it. It was about 15 minutes now we've already ran out of water had no extra napkins. The meat on grill was all done. Grill is still on hot and ready. No one came to check on us or ask if we wanted more meat on grill no water is everything okay or anything! I didn't wanna be rude and get up and get the platter of meat and start putting the meat on ourselves bc I was observing the servers grilling the meats and putting it on the grill for all the other tables. But almost 25 minutes has passed now and no one still has came to check on us, so one of us finally got up and grabbed the platter of meats ourselves and grilled it ourselves. and then one of the server walks by not saying anything or checking on us, my mother says excuse me we need water and napkins! He says ohh ok water and napkins. Coming. Still no questions are you okay need anything else. Hows the meat? Nothing. He just sits the 2 plastic jugs of water down with some small ass square napkins and goes bout his damn business to other tables. I seriously felt that they were catering towards the Caucasians!! However we finished grilling all the meats from the platter and got up and went towards front to pay. There were people waiting and they were all still attending to other tables, but when they saw us get up and walk towards the front one of them sure did hurried to us and say ready to pay?!! Guess when it comes to money they definitely saw us!!!! I didn't bother to tip them bc they didn't deserve it!! No one did their job as servers waiters and checked on us nor did they grill and attended our tables like everyone else who was there!!! Im sorry but this is very unacceptable even if you guys were busy and only had 3 ppl on floor!! Hire more staff help!!!! So unprofessional... I been in restaurant business before and ran the restaurant and this is not how you do business!!! 2 star for the ribeye steak only!

    (2)

  • Thuy An H.

    Not again .. The beef brisket was nothing but fat. Bulgogi was too sweet. They did not have rice (WHAT?!). We got there at 12am - they don't close to 2am - and they are not making any more rice for the rest of their customers - it was six of us as a party. Their "signature" plate was DEFINITLEY not worth $30.99 per plate. Bottom line: I would not revisit. I wish 678 would stay open a little later - if they did, we would not have gave Honey Pig a try. If I would to give one "pro" about the establishment, it would be their décor. That's it.

    (1)

  • Genia S.

    My first time eating Korean BBQ. Good experience and great staff but I'm a bit of a picky eater. Didn't care for the meat because all of it was fatty but loved the bean sprouts and mushroom. I didn't like the kimchi but I had never had it before. Weird tangy taste to it but to each his own. 6 of us went and our total bill was right at $200. It was good to try once.

    (3)

  • Mahtab R.

    This review is much overdue. Thus far, I think I've dined at Honey Pig over 50 times with my all time record being three nights in a row. One summer, my friend and I ate here at least once a week. I wish I checked in just for the title... FOOD: Simple, but high quality meats with proper care in the seasoning. The spicy ssam gyup sal and bulgogi aren't sticky with sugar, instead it's a balance of flavors that lets you enjoy the meat. The biggest complaint I see is the PRICE... yet most of the same reviews mention how good the food is. It's as if you can't charge more for food that requires more care and effort, as well as better ingredients... This place doesn't really have banchan like most Korean places, but I don't notice because the kimchi is so fucking good. All I really need is the rice cakes, kimchi, pickled jalapenos, and that crack salt. You know when someone raves about a place's salt, it's good. They used to offer the salt (and pepper) mix alone, but now it comes with sesame oil, and it's growing on me. I usually get the brisket to start, then spicy pork belly- that's it, I just alternate the two. The regular pork belly is not really great, but neither is any other place, but the spicy pork belly excels because they cook it in the oven in advance and let you char it up on the grill; this method keeps the meat tender, but gives the benefits of grilling. COST: Worth. Considering everything, it's a very good price. Of course they're probably making a killing on the food margins, but that's the whole concept of a restaurant. SERVICE: Initially the service was not that great (I'm talking way back in 2011), but they've gotten better and better each time. I don't now if that's attributed to the fact that they seem to know me now or just an overall improvement. Currently most of the guys there are really good with service and pretty attentive even in the craze of a Friday night, and some are especially enthusiastic and friendly which is refreshing for an Asian place. CRITIQUE: The bean sauce doesn't taste as good as it used to, it seems too sweet now. I wish they had that spicy sauce from Oh My Ssam Gyup Sal. OVERALL: Just like everything else, I desperately try to find something better, but after eating at more than 30 yakiniku/Korean bbq places across Atlanta, Cali, NY, and Japan, I've yet to find something that satisfies me to the extent Honey Pig does. The fact that I'm writing this review because I'm craving it so hard at 3AM on a Thursday should be a testament to that.

    (5)

  • Jai R.

    I was excited until the wait time of 20 minutes ended up being 40 minutes. Once finally seated we were given a quick "run down" on how things happened. Being that were were both first-timers nothing was clear to us. So we were happy to just enjoy the ride. Ordered the Kobe beef and the Honey Pig. The "fillers" of kimchi and bean sprout arrived first. Then the meat come. But as first timers, I though instruction should have been given, especially since they asked if we were "newbies". None the less we muddles through and it was pretty cool to experience. I loved seeing the surrounding tables interact with one another. But overall I thought the food was average.

    (3)

  • D Y.

    The only thing I've ever been to honey pig for is their unlimited bbq- and it's so worth it! I recommend getting as much spicy samgyupsal as you can. It's delicious and amazing. The bean sprouts and kimchi are regularly monitored and refilled here, which is a huge plus! Instead of lettuce they give you green onion salad. I personally love it! But you can ask for regular salad/lettuce if you need. The waiters here are actually really nice. However, I will say that the past two times I went, service wasn't that great. They didn't really pay attention to our table and when we needed something, we saw that the workers were all huddled around the front booth just talking. Also, they have changed their menu and added that you have to pay 3 bucks for fried rice. Which is not worth it. Overall though, a visit to honey pig for dinner will leave you satisfied and full :)

    (4)

  • C Z.

    This place is a total fraud. It tries to deceive you into thinking it is part of the Honey Pig chain which is in DC. The logo comes close, but is not exact. As with other knock offs, it does not come close to comparing with the real thing. I went with some friends, and 3 out of 4 of us had lived in DC and dined at the Honey Pigs there. All 3 of us were completely disappointed. The food there lacked the full flavor that the real Honey Pigs have perfected. But, unlike normal knock offs, the prices were higher! Surprising, right? Since Atlanta's cost of living is lower than DC. The double whammy was that the portions were smaller. What a rip off. Our waiter, who had worked at one of the DC area locations before, tried to convince us that this location was better because they make you fried rice at the end. Uh... ok. Because fried rice is why we came here? Even without comparing it to the DC area locations, the food here wasn't that great and service was sub-par. None of us will be back. Can the real Honey Pig please stand up?

    (2)

  • Cynthia H.

    Saturday evenind...Another trip to Honey Pig. We were taking out a French teenager guest on her first trip to the US, to experience Korean Food, as she had never had it before. Had to wait almost 2 hours to be seated ( but I believe it was because I had left my two teenagers in charge of putting our name on the list, and those guys didn't think that they had a moma bear with them, because when I realized, what was going on, and went to talk to them we literally were sat in 3 min. Be aware.) We were seated at a booth, which to me was a treat, since never before ( and I have been there a few times), we were granted such sitting place), we had the best waiter EVER, Daniel ( I am sorry I don't know his Koren name). Super polite, friendly, and efficient. Way to go, Daniel!!! We had the Regular, and the spicy pork belly. Also we had the beef. All wonderful. Service was quick. They should give bigger portions of the rice, since they charge too much for it, though. Also, since that place is such a hit, why not lease/buy a bigger place? Attention owners, you are loosing money, since not many people will wait 2 hours yo be seated, specially that Iron Age is just around the corner. Service and food deserve a five stars, but I thought about giving one star because of the waiting ( specially that I had an out of the country guest).

    (4)

  • Diana T.

    Honey Pig is just one of those places for all you can eat Korean BBQ. There are a million more places in the Duluth Area. Its main competitors are Iron Age & Star Daebo. I have been here for lunch and dinner. For lunch, they actually have other options beside korean BBQ. Those options are super cheap like $5 and the portions are huge. These menu s are kind of hidden though. You need to ask your server. I came here with my boyfriend and his 2 sisters. Our meal was a total of $20 for 4 people. Crazy! Also, we still had left overs. For the all you can eat Korean BBQ, it did not wow me. It is the same like the other AYCE Korean BBQ places. It was decent though, but I still prefer Star Daebo for all you can eat korean BBQ. I am not a big fan of all you can eat korean BBQ. I prefer to order individual meats at other places like 678, Seo Ra Beol, and Myung Ga Won. It is a bit pricer, but well worth the quality of the meat.

    (3)

  • Catera W.

    The bbq beef tenderloin was amazing. I love the setup really nice restaurant. I will definitely return for the dine in experience being I got my food to go.

    (4)

  • Tamara M.

    We'd been looking for a good Korean BBQ place in Atlanta for quite some time, and Honey Pig came highly recommended. We weren't disappointed. The waitstaff is made up of pleasant, helpful young men who hustle to keep all the tables happy. We were seated right away and ordered a couple of Cass beers to share. We went for the Honey Pig (kurobuta pork belly), specialty of the house, to begin, and were happy with the quality and portion of the meat. We followed that up with the mixed mushrooms and an order of spicy squid. Our favorite may have been the squid. The kimchee, bean sprouts and other sides were all good. I especially liked the cold garlicky soup. We asked for lettuce leaves, and were also served pickled radish wraps and ricecake wrap options. The scallion salad was on the table as well. The kimchee fried rice at the end of the meal was over the top, and then there was also tofu soup. If we'd had another couple with us it still would have been enough food. We'll be back for sure.

    (4)

  • June J.

    A lot of college students frequent this place and Iron Age. The two are remarkably similar, but Iron Age is a tad bit cheaper. Honey Pig (and Iron Age) both have an option for unlimited Korean BBQ for about $25, with approximately 8 choice of meats. Many Koreans come here to take advantage of this, and gorge to their hearts' content. Apart from the quantity available via this unlimited option, the meat quality, its freshness (especially the samgyupsal) is sub-par. Their marinated meat is great, but so are the ones that you can get and cook for yourself from a nearby H-Mart. If you want to just fill up eat as much as you can (and possibly regret the insane amount you ate later), go to Honey Pig. If you want some good quality Korean BBQ, go elsewhere.

    (3)

  • Lilian M.

    I never disliked a korean barbecue place more than I hate this place. The place was so incredibly hot, to the point where I have to go outside for some air every now and then. It was sooo loud that I could barely even hear my friend that was sitting next to me. The waiter was also pretty slow and didn't seem like he knew what he was talking about. The meat was very greasy and I didn't think getting the unlimited (which is $30) was worth it. Since there was six people in my group, they already calculated our tip and it was $60+. I rather go to a high end restaurant then go to this place again.

    (1)

  • Greg C.

    I've been to Honey Pig before, and it's usually very good. This time, I wasn't as pleased with the food or service. On a positive note, we did arrive at 7:30 on a Saturday night, and only waited 10 minutes to be seated. After sitting, the server did the usual drink and food order, which was fine. However, after putting the food on the fire, we were on our own. We ordered the pork and beef dishes. The pork was cooked first, and rarely did the server come to check on us. He also forgot to bring rice, lettuce wraps, and soup that we asked for. We finally got it all, but the beef had not yet been put on the other side of the dome. Also, he put the shredded peppers and onions in a bowl on the other side totally out of reach. We thought it was a part of the beef dish, but it was actually something we could've eaten all along. Finally, someone else who is assisting him dumps the beef and leaves for a long while. We finally had to ask him to help us move the beef to our side so we can eat it. It would have been nice to eat both meats at once, and I think we could have if the server was paying more attention. Speaking of meat, it just didn't have much flavor to me. The manager - June, was the highlight of the night as he smiled and shook our hands and gave us free candy. I didn't want complain to him. Overall, still a great place, but the server was not "on it" that night.

    (3)

  • Lee M.

    Incredible, relatively inexpensive lunch option. I haven't been to Honey Pig for the "main event" on-table barbeque. Only for lunch visits where we've ordered from the kitchen. My prior experience with Korean food was limited and my work-mates who went with me had never had Korean cuisine before. Honey Pig was an excellent introduction. I was quite impressed. There were three of us and we ordered one spicy pork lunch special, one bulgogi lunch and one chicken bulgogi to share. Each came with a bowl of "Korean miso" (doenjang jiggae), rice, and a variety of banchan (toppings and garnishes). All three dishes were exceptional. The beef was my favorite, one co-worker liked the chicken, and one preferred the pork. The beef was sweet and salty and had some crispy edges it reminded me of American-Chinese "Mongolian beef". The chicken was similar, but I thought it had less character. It didn't have the crispy edges, but it was juicy and the sweet and salty marinade, similar to teriyaki, paired well with chicken. The pork was the 'sauciest' of the three, coated in a spicy red chili paste, it also had a ton of character. I loved to soup, the others weren't impressed. I always order miso at Japanese restaurants and the Korean version (or at least Honey Pig's version) is much more flavorful, it's got a deeper, funkier, spicier character. I'd compare it to the difference between egg drop soup and hot and sour soup at a Chinese restaurant. The soup may have been my favorite part. Our meal came with an assortment of banchan in small bowls. Banchan are little garnishes that go with the rice. I don't know exactly what the were, but all were great. For the amount of food we got the price was very fair. I can't wait to go back for dinner. The service was not great. The waiters seemed disinterested in the lunch service. The K-pop music was playing a little loud for our work lunch conversation.

    (4)

  • Deuk L.

    Honey Pig is going downhill. They can't attract a lot of Korean clients anymore, so now they're doing their best to target non-Koreans. I haven't had a really positive dining experience here lately. I feel service is slower now, and meat doesn't taste as good. If you want pork belly, go to oh my samgyupsal or byul daepo (star). they're cheaper and service and serving size is much better.

    (3)

  • Brian K.

    Honey Pig is one of only a handful of places for which I am willing to traverse into the jungles of the OTP. In my experience, any restaurant that is guaranteed to induce the meat sweats is well worth the potential risks - vaccinations and antibiotics will fend off the rest. Food: Honey Pig is a Korean barbecue restaurant that serves signature meats like samgyupsal (grilled porky belly) and bulgogi (marinated beef ribs). All meats are cooked alongside a heaping serving of kimchi and bean sprouts. During my visit, our party of 12 opted for the all-you-can-eat option, which afforded an unlimited amount of five different meats. All the meats were good, but the spicy samgyupsal was the real standout - unfortunately, they don't serve it until the end since the marinade does a number on the grill. Once the meats were finished, the waiter prepared a fried rice course, which was equally as delicious. Service: Contrary to the experiences of other reviewers, our waiter was actually quite pleasant and accommodating. He engaged in small talk while cooking the meats and was eager to answer the multitude of questions that our group had. He was also incredibly quick to replenish items when asked. Atmosphere: Honey Pig is certainly a bit more trendy than your average Korean barbecue joint. The place is filled with a series of tables and booths, each of which has a Korean cast-iron lid in the center - you can cook the food yourself or let the waiter do it for you. As expected, I did leave reeking like a slab of smoked meat - however, the exhaust system over the tables is superior to that which I've experienced elsewhere. My only gripe with the atmosphere was the blaring Korean dance music, or "K-pop", as other reviewers have dubbed it- I would have preferred a shrieking harem of harpies to that disastrous noise pollution. Cost: Expensive if you purchase a la carte, but worth the price if you go with the all-you-can-eat option. Individual meats are $10-$25, while the all-you-can-eat is $25. Sodas are $2, wine is $7-$8/glass, and Korean drinks are $9-$15/kettle. Other: Honey Pig is located in the middle of a strip mall on Old Norcross Rd - directly next to Kauffman TIre. Ample parking is available in the strip mall's private lot. The restaurant would not take reservations for our group - I'm not sure if that was just for the weekend or whether it was their standard policy. Also, the waiters split the tips at the end of the night and a 17% gratuity is added to parties of 7 or more.

    (4)

  • Hannah S.

    I love Honey Pig and have always had a good experience here. They tend to hire flower boys as their servers. I wish they wouldn't because sometimes they can be a little sassy and aloof. Just serve my food and don't act uppity :P I recommend the house sam gyup sal. It is sliced more thinly than regular sam gyup sal so it's nice and crispy. I've always ordered a la carte and have felt satisfied with the quantity of banchan and soup/fried rice option. I also recommend coming here for lunch because they have very reasonably priced lunch specials (good portion sizes).

    (5)

  • Foodie K.

    Ok heres the botttom line vs Iron Age (i frequent both) Iron Age is good, 4* Honey Pig is great, 5* 4* is still good, unlimited great value, go there if you're crazy hungry/with family/on a budget But if you want the best, and it costs more, Honey Pig all day. I take out of town guests, wife here.

    (5)

  • Jamie B.

    We always stop and have Korean when we are near Duluth! We thought we would try a new spot and landed here. When we first walked in we were greeted and sat immediately. It was approaching the cut off for their lunch menu but they assured us it would be fine. The ambience is quite edgy! The Korean house music was loud ok very loud but we did not dare say anything. We were the oldest and non Asian peeps up in there so we decided, "when in Rome" and dealt with it. All the employees were quiet young and bee bopping (ok I sound really old now) around to the music. I must say it was a fun environment. We both ordered the bulgogi lunch and they did not disappoint. The meat was tender and full of flavor! The soup was scrumptious and kimchi was on point! We were happy campers! However, I couldn't help but notice that the other tables ordered korean bbq and they had these awesome centerpiece thingies that cooked their rice...not a grill...it was more dome shaped...oh next time I'm asking and diving in to that adventure!!! We will be back. I knocked one star cause of the loud racket those kids call music ;) when you see the over 30 peeps knock it down a tad! We will be back!!!

    (4)

  • Fereydoun S.

    Went here for the second time recently with some friends. I cannot add anything more than what others have commented already. Good food, unique and fun experience. Service was great.

    (5)

  • Shawn Y.

    The hype of this place is ridiculous and it did not come to par with the hype. I would rather slaughter my own pig and call it honey pig.

    (3)

  • M. H.

    We've tried a few other pork belly/beef restaurants in town and this one is by far the best tasting...from their bean paste to bean sprout and to their kimchi, oh my! It's worth paying the few extra bucks and the ambiance is cool/comfy. The music they play is a bit on the loud side but whenever we've asked for it to be turned down a notch they are always accommodating. The service is excellent too!

    (5)

  • Jenny L.

    I only ate here twice for porkbelly. They didn't have the all you can eat option like most other places. And they are a bit more expensive. I would recommend this place for lunch though. There are 4.99 Korean lunch plates and a lot of other lunch options for under 9.00. Portions are smaller for lunch but who needs to get overstuffed at lunch time and have food coma, right? I guess i will give it porkbelly a try next time.

    (4)

  • Anita C.

    I had to come here before I moved because I was curious how it compared to Iron Age. The meat itself was better than iron age because they marinate some of their meats and thus, have more choices. However, it is more expensive by quite a bit. The service was horrible. We had to ask for more plates of meat at least 3 times before we got it. They also didn't have ice cream like iron age does. All in all, I would prefer Iron Age over this place. They're more attentive at Iron Age, it's cheaper for pretty much the same stuff just no marinated meats. But the marinated stuff isn't worth coming here and paying the price difference. More importantly, there was no ice cream!

    (3)

  • Eddie G.

    We felt adventurous tonight and decided to try something new. This was my second time trying Korean food, first time for my wife and kids. This place is busy on the weekends so expect a small wait but definitely worth it. At first, It was a bit intimidating with all the side dishes and not knowing what goes with what but we got the hang of it after a bit, of course we asked the waiter questions too. I guess the wait staff already assumes you know everything. We ordered the prime beef (steak), jumbo shrimp, combination mushrooms, and thin sliced beef. The sprouts, kimchi, and other side dishes were good but kids weren't really digging them. You get the fried rice towards the end which we liked but it was too spicy for the kids, luckily by then, they were satisfied. We all liked it and thought the food was pretty good. The place looks cool and is well decorated with all the piggy's and stuff.

    (4)

  • Tran T.

    Came here on Labor's Day. Wow, this place is HAWT (as in temperature). I've never seen so many BBQ grills before. We sweated just sitting next to the grill...I can imagine how crowded this place would be in the winter time. We were seated in a booth after a 10 minutes wait by a very kyeopta waiter. I thought this place is aimed toward the cougars since there were so many attractive young men work here...however most of the customers were older Asian men =P Food: Since most of us were half-full, we didn't opt for the AYCE meal ($25.95, great deal!). Come hungry if you want this option. Instead, we got the Honey Pig pork belly, Small Octopus, Small Beef Intestines, and Small Assorted Mushroom. Along with the unlimited Bean Sprouts and Kimchee, there were more than enough food for 5 people. Keep in mind that none of these meat are marinated. So make sure you dip them in the sauces (Miso, Chili, Salt&Pepper&Oil). They also gave us the rice wrappers, which I didn't think add any flavor to the food...ask for lettuce wrap instead! We were in a rush to go home (4 hours drive!), so we skipped the Kimchee Fried Rice at the end =[ I will come earlier next time! Service: As I mentioned before, the guys who work here are cute! Especially my main waiter (the one took care of the inside booths near the restrooms). We actually had 3 different guys came to our table. I assumed they helped each other out. None of them introduced themselves...they were too busy running around. They answered all of my questions but I had to ask them three times for ice water (came in a big bottle) and soda. They brought out Bean Sprouts and Kimchee and refilled them quickly, however, we took the meat and grilled them by ourselves most of the time. I still tipped 20%+ but damn guys, gotta step it up! Service definitely needs improvement. Parking wasn't a problem. We waited about 10 minutes at 6PM on a Monday. It got pretty crowded around 7PM till later so expect a long wait. I will come back when I have a chance to go back to ATL. Hopefully the service will be better. Tip #1: Dress casual and prepare for a long shower after. Tip #2: Come hungry if you planned to order the AYCE meal. Tip #3: Ask for lettuce wrap and the Kimchee Fried Rice at the end. 2013/#74

    (4)

  • Thoukatha B.

    Love the food. The severs are super friendly & nice. Definitely one of my go for Korean BBQ.

    (4)

  • Shitian L.

    Six of us ordered unlimited, and when we were having our 10th plate the waiter told us that we were eating too much. He said that a party of six like us (4 males and 2 females) should only have 4 plates....However, the portion of meat was only half of what we got on other visits (only about 15 briskets per plate today). Let's do some calculations. 15 briskets per plates and you are telling us we should only order 4 plates for 6 people? That would be 10 small pieces of briskets for each of us. And yet we are paying you 220 dollars although we only have 60 briskets in total. Even if we ate 600 pieces of briskets, so what? YOU CALLED IT UNLIMITED!! We did not eat 4 hours or had any leftover!! Also, the waiter kept the heat very high and cost our meat to burn. We did turned it down many times, but the waiter would immediately turn it back to high, for some reasons. So we got a lot of tiny burnt meat and he accused us of eating too much. Anyway, we all left feeling hungry. Can't believe it. We would never come to this place again.

    (1)

  • Alyx K.

    This review is super overdue. I've been here three times now, but am just now writing a review. On our most recent visit, we came here on a Thursday night around 8. We had about a 15 minute wait. We got seated in this teeny tiny afterthought table in the very back corner right next to the open kitchen and bathrooms. My bf was not happy, but we were hungry enough to tough it out. All of our servers were quick and prompt. They didn't stop by often, but they were relatively easy to flag down if we needed anything. It worked out well because my bf and I like our meat really well done and crispy so we like to cook it ourselves. A lot of other Korean BBQ places will grab the tongs from you if you try to move the meat around yourself and will put raw meat on the grill even when the cooking meat isn't completely done and overload the grill. Random side rant. BUT getting back on topic, honey pig servers don't do that to you. They're perfectly happy letting you cook on your own at your own pace to your own liking which is nice. Thumbs up for service. The meat was a surprisingly high quality for an all you can eat BBQ place. The amount of fat on the beef brisket (thinly sliced beef) was so minuscule I was shocked. We also got the spicy pork belly, which again had only a little fat and was very well marinated. They laid down a piece of foil for the spicy pork so the marinade wouldn't burn and crust the grill which was great because we kept switching from beef brisket to spicy pork. The side though left a lot to be desired. They don't offer the standard salad but have this weird onion salad drenched in this sweet dressing. It wasn't good at all. The sharp taste of the onion mixed with the super sweet dressing didn't mix well. They also offered pickled radish but it had a weird taste to it like wasabi? or some type of spiced garlic? I didn't like it so that also went untouched. They do have rice paper and they offer kimchi, bean sprouts, and some mushroom caps for the grill which were all tasty. I do wish they had the standard sides and offered some of the things other Korean BBQ places have. It's nice to have sides that'll cut the heaviness of the meat but all the sides here kind of add to the heaviness. Lastly they charge $2 now for fried rice on the grill. Go ahead and pay the $2. This was SO good. The icing on the cake. They mixed in all our extra kimchi, bean sprouts, and meat into the fried rice. It was flavorful, spicy, and delicious. They would have five stars but I took one off for the mediocre sides and that terrible back table they should honestly just get rid of. Overall though, it's pricey but the quality of the meat is worth it.

    (4)

  • Nichole H.

    Went here for lunch with my BFF no one I mean no one was in dining in the restaurant when we arrived service was too slow and the Korean BBQ has no flavor, just taste like meat. It was not the best Korean BBQ I've had better, at the Korean BBQ restaurants on Buford hwy. Definitely not worth the 30 minute drive to get there.

    (1)

  • Emilia L.

    Honestly, Korean BBQ is not my favorite cuisine. It's just OK to me. I guess it's mainly because I'm not a big meat person. But lots of people have recommended Honey Pig as the best KBBQ place, so we had to check it out. We went in around 6 on a Saturday evening and had no wait. The atmosphere in the restaurant is modern and industrial, which is a change from other KBBQ places I have visited. All the servers appear to be young men in college or so. Interesting. We were immediately given bowls of kimchi-tasting soup, rice wraps, pickled daikon, kimchi and marinated mung bean sprouts. The kimchi was very strong tasting to me, therefore I did not eat too much of it. I loved the sprouts though. So good. We ordered pork belly, squid, a seafood pancake and galbi. Everything had come out except the galbi. When we asked our server about it, he checked the kitchen for our ticket and informed us that it was not on the ticket. To his credit, he brought the galbi for us not too much longer after that. I tried everything but the pork belly. The squid was decent but I think Cho Won does it better. The pancake and galbi were pretty tasty, I must say. Service could have been a bit better. They were making regular (albeit slow) rounds to cook the meat but all we were given was a small bottle of water to share around the table and that was definitely not enough -- that BBQ was laden with sodium! Whenever we wanted to get more water, our server seemed to conveniently disappear. Upon leaving, we were met with crowds of people waiting outside for a table. Well, there's a testament to Honey Pig's popularity.

    (3)

  • Vy N.

    Delicious Korean BBQ! First time coming here and we had a pretty pleasant experience. The food was bomb and the service wasn't bad either. We both ordered the unlimited meat which consists of brisket, pork belly, squid, pork skin, large intestines, and chicken. We love going to Iron Age, but the food here is so much fresher! We only ordered brisket, pork belly, chicken and squid. My favorite was the squid! Super flavorful. Brisket was super fresh. And the pork belly was pretty good too! It was literally so much food! Only gripe is that it's a little on the expensive side. Definitely he best Korean BBQ I've had though.

    (4)

  • James P.

    I always visit this restaurant when I'm in Atlanta. There are 3 locations of Honey Pig Virginia and Maryland. Apparently, they are a copycat of this restaurant. Though the price is higher at this location than ones back home, quality of the meat is far superior and tastier along with their kimchee. When going to Korean restaurants, I don't look for service too much, but this restaurant had pretty good service given how busy they were.

    (5)

  • Alex P.

    It is hard for me to justify the price paid here compared to the other Korean BBQ in town. Although the ambiance is a bit nicer and the servers are more attentive, the prices here are significantly higher. The food? About the same really.

    (3)

  • Tristan B.

    Awesome. Tender, juicy cuts of meat (surprisingly, the Duck was one of my favorites), and a great atmosphere for family dining. I've been going here for years, and will continue for many more years!

    (5)

  • Alex L.

    After much hype, I finally had the chance to eat here on my last visit to Atlanta. This place is held by my circle of friends as the pinnacle of Korean BBQ in the area. I've had Iron Age as well as all the places on Buford Hwy... so I expected this place to be a clear level above all the others. I would say that the food was definitely good, but I'm not sure if I could clearly tell its superiority to all the other places. "What about the quality of the meat?" my friends would ask. 'It's good. Better, but not exceptional." Thus, this place does not earn anything above 3 stars. You get better meat, but is that worth the $10+ extra you pay versus the other places? I'm not exactly sure, as the whole aim of the All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ is quantity, as long as it's above a certain quality. I would say all the other places have the quality, but it's about the quantity for price. I don't think I could justify 4 stars for this place as it doesn't represent a better value for taste compared to the other All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ places.

    (3)

  • E X.

    Our first time here today for lunch. We got beef bulgogi and chicken for the in table bbq. They require at least two meats to use the bbq. They also have lunch menu but we decided to try the bbq. They give you a lot of kimchi, bean sprouts, and green onions as your veggies and white rice included in the cost. They don't give you a lot of beef or chicken. The quality of the beef has a lot of fat in it and doesn't look as lean as the beef bulgogi I see fresh at Hmart. The bathroom decor is a bit dark and creepy. The fans/vents need to be turned on higher as the foods are cooking. All I could smell was smoke and came out of the restaurant smelling like bbq. Service is great but the food and environment was nothing special.

    (2)

  • Linh H.

    This place is really good! I've had a few of their soups and some of the marinated meats here. They are DELICIOUS and the service is really nice! Only downside is that this place can be verrrry pricey. I went with 1 other person and for a soup and 1 meat for the both of us, it was about $60. Ouch. It doesn't change the fact how delicious it is though. :-)

    (4)

  • Johnny W.

    There are only two waiters serving on Sunday lunch time, and I gotta push the bell to call them. I ordered the unlimited beef & pork BBQ. The pork were pickled, but the beef were not! Meat quality are pretty good, and you could feel how tender of that. It's not cheap though, we spent over $50 for two people in lunch. BTW, It's cold inside, they don't use air condition, and ambience is cold and dark.

    (3)

  • K D.

    This restaurant rocks. The experience itself is terrific. The staff brings out the food and sets it up on the cooking surface in front of you. Then you and your dinner companions get to interact with the meal, turning and taking the bits of meat, mushrooms, seafood, soybean sprouts, kimchee, and whatever else you ordered. To continue the adventure, all of the sauces and sides provide the opportunity to play around with the different flavor combinations. The food takes it to another level. The portions are tremendous to begin with. Add the never ending sprouts and kimchee, and then end the meal with the fried rice. For the price, the amount of food cannot be beat. The quality of the food is incredible, also. The meat is well seasoned, the kimchee has a pleasant heat, and the sesame oil is out of this world. I can't wait until my next trip to Atlanta - Honey Pig will be one of my first stops!

    (5)

  • Christina K.

    With hubby being Korean, we have made our rounds at a majority of the Korean establishments in and around Georgia. So when a childhood friend called to say she would be in town and she suggested Honey Pig we were excited since I have yet to go there since our regular is Sun & Moon or Iron Age. We walked in, and put our names on the list. After about 30 minutes, we were shown to our table even though there were other tables that had been cleared and set up way before they called us. The table is literally taken up with this huge domed wok and it left everyone basically jabbing each other with our elbows throughout dinner. Our party of 4 explained to the waiter that one of our guests was basically a vegetarian and was planning on just ordering soju and if we could just get 3 orders of the AYCE. The waiter went and asked management who responded with a very firm NO. Well, what were we to do since we were trying to be hospitable hosts except to go ahead and order. Well, we should have left cause it all went downhill from there. The food was not good. We ordered 3 rounds of meat, and all of them came at a snail's pace to the table. We even had to inquire about our 2nd round several times. Our water was never replenished, the waiter threw almost all of the banchan onto the grill, along with the meat. But the way he threw it, it was like we were at Genghis Grill waiting for our order of stir fry. I don't know about you, but when I order beef and my dining companion orders pork, I'd like to keep the two meats separate for optimal taste flavors. Not only did half of our ban chan go onto the grill, but looking around at other tables, it was clear that our ban chan was still in the kitchen and even though we commented on it, it never left the fridge and made its way onto our table. I have eaten at several other Korean restaurants and understand that there are some old-fashioned Asians who do not approve of interracial relationships, but in this economic downtime, should a restaurant force their narrow-minded views onto paying patrons? Never! Even with hubby leaving a fat tip (he was drunk off of the 2 large bottles of soju we ordered) and as we were leaving the restaurant no one even said bye even though a waiter was right next to the door. I WILL NEVER GO BACK TO HONEY PIG. YOU CAN KEEP YOUR RACIST OPINIONS TO YOURSELVES WHILE I CONTINUE TO HELP THE ECONOMY AT OTHER BETTER ESTABLISHMENTS.

    (1)

  • Christina T.

    While the meats here are definitely better quality (and better marinated), the price difference compared to most surrounding AYCE korean bbq is just not worth it. I like the grilled kimchi, and the spicy pork belly that tasted like daeji bulgogi (yum!) One of the sauces were so good, too bad I don't know what it's called. The rice paper they gave us was hard and chewy, and when I mentioned it to the server he said it was because the weather was cold which made it harder. Then he suggested we heat it up on the grill. We did heat it up on the grill, which made it soft the way it's suppose to. However, why should I heat it up on the grill when it's the kitchen's fault that it's cold and chewy. The service was great for us, even though most other reviews say that it sucks. But I went at 3:00 pm on a saturday, so they weren't very busy and had more time to attend to us. I did enjoy the food here, but considering the price and all the competition, I think some of the other places are a better deal.

    (3)

  • Brett Y.

    The Good: Marinades for meat are very good and make for a tasty meal. Kimchi and large bean sprouts cooked right on cast iron and very tasty Other sides are excellent All sides are all you can eat including KimChi etc. Rice and soup at end of meal are very yummy as well. The cooks accompaniments like the miso sauce are great. The Bad: The waiters come by and do the cooking. They aren't necessarily very good at cooking it correctly and you are forced to take matters in to your own hands to get it cooked correctly. The main course they recommend isn't the best dish. The Pork Belly is better marinaded and the beef korean marinated is much better than non marinaded prime. Overall I highly recommend the place. Good food and we go regularly. However, it really does require one to know what to order and make sure it is cooked correctly. Come hungry because with the sides and after dinner rice and soup you will be full. Four stars instead of five due to requiring an ability to control the cooking. Food: A Service: B responsive just bad cooks

    (4)

  • Susannah M.

    Excellent Korean bbq! However, don't sit at the booths. The grill on your table mixed with the over all restaurant temprature greatly diminished my experience there. I visibly sweat through the entire dinner, drank 2 ltrs of water, skipped a wine cocktail for fear of passing out, and found it hard to engage with my dinner party beacuse of the sweltering heat and bbq smoke. Hopefully the season change will prove to be a more inviting atmosphere. Try out the floor seating though, you may have a different experience all together!

    (4)

  • Jim O.

    After having eaten here, I can say I've had better overall Korean BBQ and Korean in general; but this place isn't bad and the crowd that's in here, even on a Thursday night, seems to reflect this fact. I'm a fan of Korean food so I wanted to give this place a try as I had heard good things about it. We had the shrimp, the Sam-Gyup-Sal (their signature pork belly), and the Bulgogi (seasoned steak). The steak was by far the best thing. When asked though, they recommend the Sam-Gyup-Sal. I found this particular dish, relative to the meat itself, to be a bit bland though still pretty good. While we waited to be seated, we asked for beers and never got them. The service at the table was pretty good however. The part I do not care for is the wait staff coming around and cooking the meats for you. I would prefer just to do it all myself. The in-table BBQ grill, if you have never experienced it, makes for a neat, new experience. So if you're looking for a good dinner with some friends where you can sit in a booth and gather around a grill, this place might be up your alley. We'll be back as it is a decent Korean place in the Duluth area. I would just like to find better alternatives to try as well.

    (3)

  • Rika B.

    Went there with my family for Mother's Day. We went at a good time cause there was no line. About 10 minutes later the line was long. Be prepared to wait in line if you go at peak time. The food was ok. Not as marinated as I would like Korean BBQ to be. We got the unlimited meats and an order of bulgogi. Had no idea we would be spending an extra $18 for it. The price is kinda high. The service was ok. They were nice once you got their attention. The music was kind of loud but overall it was a nice experience. They don't have refills on sodas so you have to pay by the can which can add up.

    (3)

  • Melissa G.

    We walked in on a Saturday morning about 20 mins after opening. We are the first customers of the day and was promptly greeted by a server. The staff was having a meal at a back table by the kitchen and the server sat back down to finish the meal before someone came back to take our order close to 10 mins later. We were very pleased that they offered the unlimited throughout the day and my husband and I just ordered 2 unlimited. Brisket, spicy pork belly, spicy squid, chicken bulgogi had the rice and soup at the end as well and the food was fresh and delicious. There was no banchan, had no extra napkins except the one that came wrapped around our silverware. 2 different servers checked on hs and every time, one would ask us which meat we would like next and the other server would come around a couple mins later to ask the exact same thing. There is zero communication between the servers. We dined for about an hour and being ask double questions throughout our entire meal really became quite irritating. One of the servers scolded us about keeping the marinated meats on the foil while it cooked to prevent the surgar in the marinade from burning on the grill which I agree with that point. However the problem lies in the fact that they piled on the entire order of marinated meat on a tiny square of foil and nothing was cooking evenly or properly. Sorry but even if the pork or squid is cooked at the bottom the ones on top are still raw and still in direct contact with my cooked meats. Which is a huge no no for anyone - let alone a pregnant woman or children. So we took it upon ourselves to spread the meat out evenly on the grill and that's when the server scolded us. All in all we felt the experience was alright and left a 15% gratuity. One of the servers came back to the table and gave us an itemized list of all that he had done for us while we dined such as serving, taking our order and checking on us. He proceeded to demand why we did not leave at least 20%. So my husband upped the gratuity to 16% and walked out. That last incident went down all the while our 3 year old is losing his patience and the server made sure to watch my husband change the gratuity. Because of that last incident I will never dine here again. Totally unprofessional from the beginning to end of our meal. Had the server made sure to place our order and not just sit back down to finish his meal before getting back to us, communicated with each other and had some common sense about food safety I would've gladly left at least 20-25%. However I believe my 15% was quite generous for the service we received which to be honest is at my discretion how much I want to leave. If you suck at your job then your pay will reflect that as well.

    (1)

  • Eric L.

    great service, better food, but also more expensive than iron age.

    (5)

  • Richie H.

    The meat quality is better than other places nearby, but nothing stellar. The price you pay is not worth the quality of food that you get. The restaurant was a bit warmer than other places, but nothing worth knocking it for. Honey Pig's service was great however. They were quick and kind. In the end, it is still your average unlimited "gogi" restaurant.

    (3)

  • Thai N.

    When I go here, I activate KIRBY MODE and INHALE EVERYTHING. Honey Pig is probably my favorite Korean BBQ joint in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. I generally go on a weekday night where you will not have to wait for a table. On the weekends you can expect a pretty large waiting list which reaches up to an hour at times. I always order the All You Can Eat for, I believe, $25.95. It includes brisket, a few different flavors of pork belly, pork skin, and squid. Worth it? Hell yeah it is! -Service- The service, like others have said, is a hit or miss. When its busy these guys are running all over the place and on occasion, might forget what you asked for - can't really blame them. But for the most part, they are excellent - be nice. -Food- Now back to the food! The first time I came here, I loaded up on the brisket which is consistently amazing (and fresh!). My favorite pork belly flavor would have to be wine. Gives it a little extra and seems to be more tender, don't leave without trying it. By the time I was done, I was full beyond reasonable capacity but the server wasn't done yet. He started making us kimchi fried rice and brought out a tofu soup to top it all off. I was like, U SERIOUS? Had I known, I wouldn't have eaten so much lol. The kimchi fried rice is bomb so remember to leave some room for it! This place is great. So what are you waiting for?!

    (4)

  • Tim C.

    Best! Period. They also have lunch special btw. Very good deal. 5.99 for a large portion dishes.

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Food was fantastic. Probably one of the best Korean BBQ restaurants in the Duluth area. The service was poor. I waited 10 mins before a server came to the table. My friend and I were constantly looking for a waiter throughout our lunch. At one point our waiter was eating his lunch. This place has great potential but it looks like a bunch of kids running the place and none of them are particularly accommodating.

    (3)

  • Cindy F.

    I frequently visit between 6-7-8 and Honey pig because I love Korean BBQ. The visit wasn't pleasant at all, the 10 minute wait according to the front desk guy turn into 30...We order two prime ribs and the meat was tougher than usual and they were out of the rice cake wrapper on a Sunday at 7:30 which was one of the reasons I pick honeypig today. The server seem inexperience and not confident, I have to ask multiple times for refills on different items. When I saw the check I was shock, not only they increase the price to $29 an order and they charge $3.99 for fried rice and $2.99 for soup that were included since they open and was not explain by the server when I order. I left feeling disappointed and unsatisfied.

    (2)

  • Mike D.

    Food was awesome. Waiter was strange, kind of an introvert. Ask twice to turn on the hood above so smoke would stop going in my face but was told it was on. This as I showed him the smoke was going right around the hood. Also seriously tech music? I felt like I was 20 at a rage. Good thing the food made up for the above.

    (4)

  • Brenda T.

    WORTH THE SHOWER AFTERWARDS to wash away the smell of meat. Top notch Korean BBQ place with delicious food and trendy decor. I did not eat bean sprouts until trying them seasoned, on the dome top grill at Honey Pig. A nice spicy crunch to start the meal as the meat sizzles in front of you. I enjoy the Honey Pig (pork belly), but the Kalbi and Beef Bulgogi are my top picks. The sweet marinade and tenderness of the meat, tucked inside of rice wraps and then dipped in salty sesame oil makes me HAPPY. Ask for lettuce leaves and you can create a variety of wraps, mixing grilled pieces of meat with rice wraps, green onions and crunchy radishes. The contrast in textures, temperature, salty and sweet makes for a memorable experience. Ask for rice at the end and the attentive servers will mix leftover pieces of meat and vegetables from your grill to create a fried rice dish that tastes even better the next day. Use an empty rice bowl to easily collect rice for your to-go container, and remember to take home the bone (if you order kalbi) - not for the dog, but for you! It makes a great stock for soup. I would give 5 stars if the meat portions were larger based on the price point.

    (4)

  • Jina M.

    Tried out this place for the first time with the family and had an overall pleasant experience. It was a late lunch on a weekday so no problem getting in and there were only a handful of other tables in the restaurant. I'll make my comparisons of this restaurant with my top fave korean bbq place which is 678. The only reason I've been avoiding 678 is because I'm pregnant and if you've eaten at 678 sometimes you come out feeling like you just smoked 2 packs of cigs. Meat: I like the samgyupsal here than any other korean bbq place because even at 678 the pork is extremely thickly sliced and fatty. But here, once the pork was cooked it was thin enough for it to be crispy tasty and not so fatty. The signature pork and spicy pork was good. As for the marinated galbi, my hubby and I agree 678 marinates it tastier. I guess it's just preference but 678 is sweet and here it's more garlic flavored. But the meat was still tender and juicy. Not a big deal. Service: The service was just okay. I know a lot of korean restaurants use the button call system and I guess I'm old school I still expect them to at least come around once in awhile to see if everything is okay. But we had to push the button several times for little things. At 678 they are constantly grilling/cutting the meat but here they would set it on the grill and kind of forget about it. It was difficult to cut the meat cause the scissors were very dull. I also found it very weird that we ordered two separate soups, 4 portions of meat and got charged for rice. I don't think anywhere else does that because at least for the lunch portion soups rice should come with it automatically. Other then that, the side dishes that came with our meal were fine, just the typical sides. They didn't have salad like the other korean bbq places. The prices are a little higher but not too bad. 4 adults came out to be a little over $100 for lunch. I guess this will be my go to korean bbq spot for the next few months.

    (4)

  • Paula M.

    The unique factor about this restaurant is not the samgyupsal, but the cooking surface. My mother told me that it was probably modeled after a pot cover which Koreans used to use to cook on back in the day. It's built with the George Foreman logic in that the fat will cook down from the top to the bottom rim and drained through a hole. We ordered the samgyupsal, duck and beef intestine. What's interesting is that they start you off with a pile of spicy seasoned bean sprouts and a chunk of kimchi on the hot grill. We didn't know for what they would be used; so we started nibbling on it since it took a bit of time for them to bring out the protein. Soon we found out that they use it for the fried rice that they prepare at the end. Unfortunately, it took them a while to bring out the meat so we ate quite a bit of it! The samgyupsal tasted good and provided enough of a taste for the three of us. The duck meat was the biggest disappointment. It was so thin that our server had difficulty even picking up and putting on the grill. Not worth ordering again. The beef intestine was actually not too bad, but I'm used to eating weird stuff. For others, it might be too much to take, especially because it can be chewy and you have to invest some jaw power with it! They provide three different types of wrapping mediums - lettuce, radish and rice cake. I'm not sure if some come only with certain proteins. It was nice to have something other than lettuce to eat the proteins. The vinegary radish was my favorite. After you're finished with your protein, the server comes and cooks fried rice on the grill, incorporating the kimchi and bean sprouts (what's left of it, that is). It's a bit salty but super tasty and really good when it gets charred. They also brought out a bowl of soup and sat it on the grill. That was scary because the server was using flimsy tongs to pick it up and almost dropped it a couple of times. Then, he tried to put it on the slanted grill right in front of my mother. I prayed that it didn't slip down and tip on her. Luckily, it didn't. My suggestion: add a tether to hook around the nib on top of the grill. Samgyupsal is good, but not my favorite. I'm glad I tried it but I'm not sure if I would return any time soon. An interesting observation: male only staff?

    (3)

  • Peter O.

    I am now a big fan of Korean food. A totally unique food experiance, servers cook food at the table on inverted wok style grills. Great flavors, ample sized servings, requiring minimum of two entrees which is more than enough for 4 people. If your open to different food styles, you have to try this place.

    (5)

  • Thomas B.

    A good spot for Korean BBQ. Not as many side dishes but they do offer other items. We started the dinner with a cold soup which had a good flavor. Then came out the kimchi and bean sprouts which were placed on the large circular grill in the middle of the table. Soon after our first meat order was placed on the grill. After our five meat course meal they cooked fried rice and gave us the tofu soup to finish the meal. All very good. Clean bathroom and modern decor. Friendly staff who all understand/speak English fluently. Very good experience and will return when I'm in the area.

    (3)

  • Bonnie G.

    I'm from L.A. and this is The best K-Bbq ever love the fried kimchi and the fried rice YUMMY!!! Service was great the gibe was great... There twist on everything is great... :)

    (5)

  • Jie Y.

    Atmosphere: average Food:good 4 out of 5 Service:good 4 out of 5 Price: overpriced

    (4)

  • MaGom P.

    Be prepare for a non-typical restaurant where you have to cook yourself and also pay for it. The menu is complicated (no photos) if you don't have knowledge about Korean cuisine. But even when I went there, the Korean's hesitate on what to order. Price are quite expensive considering $23 US just for the house special " honey pork " that is no other thing that a thick fat pieces of bacon. Very unlike it if you want to ask me. Another unusual complimentary dish was the soup " cold soup" made with kimchi directly from the refrigerator to your table. From my personal perspective as a person who enjoys most of the cuisines, this restaurant is not on my list to recommend. If you really like Korean food that worth for the price, go to one of Super H markets, they have a great selection a decent prices.

    (2)

  • Chloe M.

    This isn't the best Korean barbecue place in Atlanta but it's good enough. It caters more to the "hip, westernized" crowd. The traditional Korean clientele are elsewhere, in places where no English is spoken and the menu isn't in English. No matter, this place is fun especially when you have a big group. And the presentation, decor, and ambiance are all amazing. For two people, the bill is always comes to $87 before tax/tip for me. Kinda pricey for lunch because the meat portions are tiny. You'll need 2 orders for yourself just to get satisfied (with the meat, at least). Also, the meat slices are paper thin unlike other places. I recommend this place for first-timers to Korean barbecue. You'll get a kick out of all the "rituals". After that, you're better off going to other places where the meat are meatier. More pictures here: flickr.com/photos/110852… Complete review here: chowdownatlanta.com/hone…

    (3)

  • Jessica O.

    I like this place a lot. I went for the first time last Saturday around 8pm. It was crowded, so we had to wait a bit. No problem, we grabbed a drink at Orange Coffee Bar, which is in the same complex. They told us the wait would be 45 minutes but it ended up being more like 25 or 30. We sat down and were greeted right away. We ordered the Spicy Sam-Gyup-Sal and Bulgogi. It was great and definitely enough for a group of 3. With tip included, it came to about $20 per person. It's a great place to stop by before or after Jeju. I will definitely be returning!

    (5)

  • Mindy R.

    Meh. This place was alright. I got sick from eating here...either be the pork or the way they clean the top stoves. But don't let me scare you off there...it is a pretty big stove for large amounts on people. Food was okay, pretty pricey for my taste when I can go to Star Daepo instead. Located next to MJ Korean tacos and Orange Coffee plaza.

    (2)

  • Ann P.

    I love this place! (so much more than Iron Age) outstanding service here. I gave it a four because I wish they had more seafood choices. They have all the red meat in the world though. You get a lot of food for the buck. A must try!

    (4)

  • Mary P.

    Despite what other reviews say, our service was great. We had the honey pig and the short ribs, which were both fantastic. The bean sprouts were tasty (and coming from a girl who doesn't eat beans, that's high praise), the soju deceptively boozy, and whatever that sweet sort of bean sauce they provided was awesome. All in all, well worth the price we paid. Plus, my husband enjoyed that I ended up smelling like meat. So, there's that. 5 Stars, would eat again!

    (5)

  • Jinny Y.

    Meat fest! If you like pork belly, you'll definitely love this place. I went with a group of 6 people and had 2 orders of honey pig pork belly, 2 orders of pork shoulder, and 1 kim chi jjigae. My favorite thing about honey pig is the dduk sahm (rice cake papers). I love pork belly wrapped in rice cake papers with roasted kim chee, garlic, bean sprouts, etc. I liked the honey pig pork belly the best, the pork shoulder is good, but it takes a long time to cook because it's so thick. Your appetite slowly dies while waiting for the pork shoulder to cook. The fried rice at the end tops off the meal. =)

    (4)

  • David C.

    Mmm. I love sam-gyup-sal. The day before I had just been to another all-you-can-eat place. Honey Pig is a little more expensive, but I was paying for better quality meat and sides, above average. I love bean sprouts so I like that they had had those. The assorted mushrooms were also pretty tasty. The duk they served that night was hard and dry, which is what I wrap everything in, so that kind of sucked. They fried the rice with butter till it was crispy on the bottom. Mmmm, I couldn't stop eating it, even while I was bursting at the seams. Overall, pretty good experience. 3-3.5 stars.

    (3)

  • Victoria W.

    Gross....... If you ever got sick from eating there, here is probably why. Here comes my today's lunch special. My fiancé and I went there for late lunch today. I was facing the cold food preparation area. Few minutes after we ordered, I saw one of the waiters spooned something out of a food storage container and put it in his mouth then put the spoon back...... 30 seconds later he did it AGAIN! At this point, I was nervous so I paid attention to everyone's movement in that area. I wanted to make sure they didn't give us any contaminated food. Guess what I saw next? The same waiter was scooping things out of a big food container into a stainless bowl. He dropped the spoon on the floor and quickly picked it up then put it back to the stainless bowl!! I don't think the 3 second rule should be applied to a restaurant's kitchen floor. Knowing that "customer service" doesn't exist in Korean restaurants to its non-Korean customers, they probably won't let us walk away since we already ordered. We told ourselves that we should be ok since we ordered soup and bibimbap. Of course, we didn't touch any cold dishes. To top off everything I saw earlier, we saw a worker walked into the cold food preparation area with a tray of sliced cucumber. He started to pull the sliced cucumber to a bowl by hand WITHOUT gloves. Gosh, I felt like vomiting seeing that. I probably ate couple pounds of those uncooked cucumbers in the past. Seriously, I don't think Honey Pig even deserves 1 star rating for the sanitation violations I saw today. I am not the type of person who likes to write negative reviews but I feel so compelled to share today's experience.

    (1)

  • Don M.

    I went to HP for the second time...although it's been probably a year since. It was lunch, the place was deserted...even had to ask if they were open because I stood there for 5 minutes un-noticed. Wanted a pork belly, or bulgogi, was steered not so gently to the lunch special - "it's more convenient and better for you". Food was OK, but seriously, this is like the worst service ever. I think I waited 15 minutes to get someone's eye for my check while the 2 waitrons munched on kimchee or waited on the other table that was there. I felt as an Anglo very unwanted as they fawned over the other two guys (Korean I suspect) in another booth. Won't be back. GB

    (2)

  • Meredyth Y.

    The short rib and samgyupsal are amazing! I also love the fried rice. This place is trendy and definitely draws a younger crowd. I prefer some of the more traditional places when I am with my family, but Honey Pig is a great choice for a a group of people with varying levels of experience with Korean food. One of my favorites, overall.

    (4)

  • Ming Y.

    after all the hype i heard about this place and other chains they have, i came here to try. the food was delicious, and it is an all you can eat bbq place. they give you good amount of food, including soups, side dishes, and rice, but they are not cheap either. it is family style, you cook all your meat on this round flat metal plate, you cook as you eat. all you can eat includes brisket, pork belly, and couple other things i can't remember, it was a lot of food and enough choices for the two of us, we left very happy.

    (4)

  • Kazieff V.

    based on my observation, only three staff working in rush time. we wait like 20 mins just for order. everything goes slow. bad place.

    (1)

  • June C.

    I absolutely love this place. The first time that I walked into this place it was not as noisy as I thought it would be. I heard about this place from my oldest brother and told me that I should give this place a try mother. So, I did. I came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and I ordered their Kalbi. Because I do not eat pork at all. Their bon chon is some of the freshest bon chon that I have ever eaten. Their Kalbi was cooked to perfection. I also loved how they cooked the meat and the fried rice out at your table in front of you. The marinade that they used for Thier Kalbi was absolutely nice and sweet. The service was super friendly and professional. The interior had that traditional Korean contemporary feel to it. I also enjoyed how friendly the wait staff was as well. Also loved the interior of the bathrooms as well. I loved the looked of their bathroom sinks as well. I truly had a marvelous time there. I definitely do recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Wayne F.

    The reviews seem to be all over the place but I've been here with some friends twice in the past month and we've had a great time. Yes there are better places in terms of quality and meat but this place is not about that: it's a place to drink and eat a ridiculous amount of brisket and pork, period. It's not that expensive compared to similar death-by-korean-bbq places in NYC, DC or LA. Service is good considering the type of place it is. Unlike the other unlimited bbq place in Atlanta I've been to, the meat is room temp and doesn't come out frozen so the meat cooks more evenly and I like the radish wraps here. So yes there is better tasting korean bbq in Atlanta, but I do not know of a better place to have some beers, mass quantities of meat and the ensuing meat sweats. Just wish someone would open a place like this closer to the city.

    (4)

  • Penelope C.

    My husband and I were here last year around Christmas time. Having went to school and lived in LA I loved going to Honeypig and was excited to hear that they opened one in Atlanta. So, we brought my parents to eat here for dinner and everyone loved it. But it was pretty loud if I remember. It was also lacking a few things from the hot skillet, like slices of kabocha and tofu.( the grilled kobocha is what i most look forward to when i eat at honeypig, lol.) compared to the honeypig in LA. But overall, it was satisfying and delicious. One mistake I made was, we were just recently in Atlanta for labor day wkend and went to Iron Age.... omg what a huge disappointment that was. From now on, it's Honey Pig when we're in town!

    (4)

  • Joy K.

    I've been here several times with family and friends. Their service has been consistent the times I've visited. I love samgyupsahl. Of the places I've been to. I've liked Honey Pig's the best. I normally order the beef brisket first than samgyupsahl. I love grilling the seasoned bean sprouts, kimchi, mushrooms, garlic, and peppers. I believe it a must have even when grilling at home. I enjoy the rice at the end at this particular korean bbq restaurant. I recommend everyone to always give Honey Pig a try and compare with the other AYCE meat places.

    (4)

  • Lindze M.

    I made a reservation for 16, and even called back to confirm the week of my party. However, when we arrived, we were told they didn't have my reservation. I was pretty furious, but the staff was very apologetic and did all they could to accommodate us, and we ended up with a table that still worked. we loved the atmosphere, the banchan (even though it was limited), and the service was great. The vegetables and mushroom dish were gorgeous, as was the shrimp dish. however, I was really disappointed in the pork & beef meat. The Brisket tasted flavorless and really cheap. the pork (we got their signature pork and the wine marinated) was also pretty blah. the only thing i loved was the bulgolgi, and of course the stir-fry rice they do with your leftovers. I don't think I'll be back, just due to the prices that didn't match meat quality, but we still had fun regardless of their big reservation snafu, and i appreciated all the attentive service.

    (3)

  • Minhtastic P.

    Tasty, excellent place to eat with a twist! Food was tasty, tasy, and yes tasty. My taste buds was jamming to the food and the background kPop music. Got to try the spicy BBQ pork. All the waiters are young korean guys who yell hello in Korean when somebody walks in. If you need the waiter's attention, you just press a button and they rush over. Refill on side dishes is a must and the fact that you can cook your meal to your liking (especially the meats) is a huge plus. How could they improve? Have hot chicks, scantily clad serving/cooking food. Oh well, guess I can dream? Highly recommend!

    (4)

  • Amanda P.

    It didn't live up to the hype. This was my first Koren BBQ experience. Everything started to taste the same, including the rice at the end, mixed with everything we had been eating during the whole meal (kimchee and bean sprouts). It is pretty pricey. We ordered the shrimp (HUGE), beef spare ribs, and pork shoulder. The meats werent really seasoned, which is why they have sauces. I thought the meat would be great on its own, but it needed to be eaten with the sides/wraps/sauces. Like I said, it was my first time, something different. I did enjoy it, but wont come again. It was a really cool experience. The service was good, the place is clean, and kind of trendy.

    (3)

  • Sheri C.

    this place is the same as the one in las vegas. the dome-shaped grill in the middle of the table. the service. the price. experience is great; the service is also great. but i agree with the other latest review, it is a bit pricey. but i feel like the experience, the service, and the quality definitely make up for it. and, you get kimchi fried rice at the end!

    (4)

  • Alicia K.

    Good, fun concept and yummy kimchi soup. Honey pig was delicious, but fried rice at the end wasn't that fun- pretty mushy.

    (3)

  • Blissful G.

    When my friend (and fellow Korean cuisine lover), Joel Silverman, calls to tell me he just had one of the best Korean meals of his life, I drop everything and get to said restaurant tout de suite. I got such a call last night and knew a trip to Honey Pig in Duluth was on the menu today. What a find! Honey Pig's is a samgyeopsal jip (pork belly house) whose specialty is (surprise) pork belly. Instead of your standard charcoal or gas grill, the meat is cooked on what looks to be an inverted heavy-duty wok. The way it works is you choose your meat--we chose the honey pig pork belly (suckling pig) and the prime short rib. The first thing to arrive at your table is a carafe of filtered water with earthernware mugs, chilled kimchi soup, a platter of wasabi-spiced paper-thin daikon, and personal dishes of bean paste, garlic slices and chili paste. The waiter brings out a platter of kimchi, chile-laced salad, bean sprouts and rice cake slices. Instead of eating the kimchi and bean sprouts cold, the contents are dumped onto the hot grill where the heat intensifies the fermented flavors in an eye-opening way. The meat is the next thing to arrive. The beef was the first thing to go on. My sister was silent--a rare occurrence at most of our meals--as she gobbled down the marbled pieces of meat that just melted in on our tongues. While lettuce is an option for wrapping, two new items (the rice cake sheets and daikon slices) were an amazing contrast to the buttery beef and we quickly finished them. The suckling pork belly was the next thing to get massacred at our table. Just pure fatty and pork-y goodness. Need I say more? These are best with the lettuce wrappers and I suggest you eat them before they get too brown so you can really appreciate the texture of the belly. Just as we were about to pop, the server came out with a few more items. A long octopus that he deftly wrapped around the shaft of the grill--really cool to watch it shrink and unravel as it cooked. The waiter dumped the contents of a bowl (rice, toasted nori and vegetables) onto the grill and proceeded to mix it with the remnants of our meal while snipped the bits of meat and veg into bite-sized pieces for the best fried rice ever! Nothing gets wasted here! Verdict: An absolute winner worth the trip and a welcome change to the charcoal barbecue spots I am so fond of. A total steal for the amount of food you get served by lovely staff in a modern setting. I hope they stick around for a very long time. More pics here: blissfulglutton.blogspot…

    (4)

  • Virgil S.

    Pork belly, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways..... Excellent Korean BBQ experience. I am not Korean, so I have no idea how "authentic" it is (I mean really, is there such a thing as authentic ethnic food in America?) but I have eaten in several Korean restaurants, so I kinda knew the drill. All my friend had to say to me was pork, and I was ready. We went with a couple of his friends for whom this is a frequent ritual. I was amazed. The entire evening was enjoyable. The food was excellent, the service was friendly, and the price......well, let's just say I've often wondered why food that is cheap in it's home country is so unbelievably expensive here. But a good time was had by all. This place is definitely cleaner and more upscale than the average Korean BBQ joint. You don't leave feeling like you've just smoked a pack of Lucky Strikes. By the way, don't be fooled by the name. It's not all pork. Meats of all sorts and seasonings are available.

    (4)

  • Scott M.

    Service was impeccable here. I guess it always helps when its Christmas day too. It was surprisingly full on Christmas day for lunch, but we managed to get a pretty huge booth that allowed us to cook and endless amount of Pork Belly and Brisket. As much as I want to like this place and other Korean BBQ restaurants that I have been to in Atlanta, the fact remains that the best Asian & Mexican cuisine can be found on the west coast, and there is really no substitute. I am not sure what got lost in the recipe, but its just not the same. This place can get relatively pricey. And I thought it kinda sucked that if you wanted the all you can eat brisket/pork belly, everyone at the table is required to get it. Which kinda makes sense... I am still searching for incredible Korean food in Atlanta, but for some reason, I feel that I am going to continue to encounter "average".

    (2)

  • Tundra D.

    I'm a big Korean BBQ person and Honey Pig just wasn't as good as I expected. I guess I've eaten too much great Korean BBQ to give this place higher ratings. The atmosphere is nice, the wait staff was good, but the food just wasn't good. I ordered the pork belly. The kimchi wasn't bad, but I expected much more flavor from the pork. I can honestly say I don't think I'll be back. It just didn't give me that "wow" sensation. First impressions are everything with me.

    (2)

  • Teddy D.

    The food here was awesome, the service was a eh. Let me start by saying that we went on a Sunday at about 7pm. I don't mind having to wait for a table, especially with all the glowing reviews. I was just excited to finally be here. We ordered the Honey Pig Signature pork, Pork Shoulder and Bulgolgi. Each round was tastier than the next. Personally the signature pork was my favorite. The Kimchi, green onions and all of the other condiments were a great addition. Although I'm used to more options like garlic and jalapenos. The food was A+ across the board. Price wise, completely fair for the amount of food we ate. I was so full the next day I didn't have to eat breakfast. there was however an issue with the service, or lack of. Just trying to get water refills was a chore and when it came time for the bill it took forever, ok not forever but 20 minutes. You'd think they'd want to clear our table to make room for the people waiting outside. It just took sooooooo long. Kind of rained on my parade of pork goodness. Maybe it was just an off night, new waiter or something. Until then I can only dream of more Honey Pig Signature Pork.

    (4)

  • Dena P.

    Talk about super friendly, attentive, personable staff. The lady who greeted us and seated us was fabulous. She took the time to explain to us what the restaurant was about and recommend to us the best they had to offer. I've never had grilled kimchi before, it was the unexpected treat. It was our first experience with a dome grill and I was a little intimidated, but the love to cook in me soon got into the act. I think I accidentally battled some poor waiter for the tongs. I tried to be a good patron and let them do everything for me. We ended up eating the wrappers just like they were side dishes because the pork was so good I had to get it in my mouth right away and didn't have time to wrap. I used some of the sauces in the radish wrappers, those were my favorites. I really don't think I let anything on the table go to waste. If you are looking for a new experience, this is the place to try!

    (5)

  • Kate T.

    Found a place that I actually like -- a lot! The meat was fresh and very nicely prepped. The portion was a lot for me, I could share this was another girl, but then my brother (being the macho guy that he is) finished all of his and well... most of mine. What I like so much about this place was the vibe it gave off while I was there. (Little flying pigs hanging around the restaurant as decors - cute! I'm a girl. Spare me.) Adding to it was the interesting setting of the K-BBQ hot bowl-like plate and of course, the food was great (fresh). The sides weren't a lot nor "fancy" per se, but the portion and quality was worth every penny. At the end, they bring out pre-mix fried rice and cooked it with leftover meat and its juice along with some left over kimchi, bean sprouts, and some other veggies. Believe it or not, it actually was very VERY good... The down side of it for me was me in the gym for an extra, well... I dunno... extra hr for every work out session for the next few days? Still worth it? Absolutely. =)

    (5)

  • Khoi T.

    I have eaten Honey Pig a couple times and find the place worth trying just for the experience. I have been here twice for dinner with each time having to wait at least 30 minutes for a table. Service is great once you get a table though. The eating experience simply consists of a table with a dome shaped cast iron grill. The grill is used to grill your kimchi, bean sprouts, meat, and the fried rice that occur at the very end. Beside this, your meal is accompanied with a salad, rice cake sheets, thinly sliced radish, garlic, jalapeno, and dipping sauce. The fried rice at the end is my favorite part of the meal. I wished they can offer it from the beginning. Both of my experience here consisted of me trying the pork belly and the bulgogi, which were both very tasty. Something I don't like about this place is the price. For almost $20 bucks, I am served with unseasoned meat (pork belly) that I have to basically cook myself. Crazy concept in my opinion. For less, I can go to Iron Age down the street for unlimited pork belly.

    (3)

  • Pample M.

    This is the best place in ATL to get korean bbq in my opinion. Try the kalbi and the spicy pork. It gets kind of busy in here, but the service is still attentive. I like all the side dishes they offer, and this is a fun place to go with a group.

    (4)

  • Ellen C.

    Yum! Very different from the normal Korean BBQs out there. They put the bean sprouts and kimchi on the grill so its warm sides not the usual cold ones. We ordered the Pork Belly (Sam-Gyup-Sal I think - It's the first one on the menu) and the Beef (1st one on the menu). There were 3 of us (all girls) so it was perfect. Afterwards, they cook the rice on the grill with the bean sprouts and the kim chi. Delicious! Reminds me of a place we went to in Seoul a couple years ago. I'd definitely come back here if I had the chance!

    (4)

  • S C.

    Comfortable and spacious. The basic gimmick of having the dome barbecue in the middle of every table works. The meats are generally well prepared, however we all opted for the unlimited option which I would not recommend as these meats are not spiced as interestingly (judging by my glances on other people's plates). Also with four people we would have been totally fine (meaning stuffed) with three maybe four different dishes rather than unlimited and it would have been cheaper. Atmosphere is fast paced and jovial though might have been a bit better if the exhaust fans worked at the time. All the waitstaff were helpful and courteous and left you alone when it looked like you got the hang of it. Weird thing was they were almost all pretty Asian boys. Guess that works for some folks. I overall liked the design and image though I don't think I had an optimal experience there, I'm sure my second go round will be much better.

    (3)

  • Lam H.

    Went there yesterday for a friend's birthday and it was a terrible experience. What made it terrible was the customer service...especially considering the amount of money we spent there. The biggest issue for me was their application of the 'all you can eat' rules. The rule is, if you order the 'all you can eat' option, then everyone at the table has to order it as well. I actually agree with the rule in general as it prevents 'free' meals from being given out when one or two people pay for it while everyone else eats for free. The problem I had here was that in our party of 7, 5 people were ordering 'all you can eat' while me and my girlfriend ordered our own separate entrees which were MORE expensive than the 'all you can eat' meal. I tried to explain first to the server, then to the manager-on-duty that we were actually purchasing our own entrees because we wanted something different than what the 'all you can eat' offered. Also, I had to explain to her that our entrees were more expensive than the price of the 'all you can eat' meal! Eventually she gave us what we wanted, but it was after a very unacceptable, rude, distasteful attitude. After I asked our server if I could speak to his manager, she came over and asked me "What's the problem?". Ahem, excuse me? I've been in customer service a long time, both giving it and training others to do the same. The first thing you learn to do in customer service, whether you're in a retail store, service center or restaurant is you ask "How can I help you?". The second thing this "manager-on-duty" did wrong was tell me "well rules are rules and we just can't break them". She told me this after I explained to her that, I understand how the rule works and I respect it, although we were spending copious amounts of money on both food and drinks, and we were all ordering multiple items, so it wasn't a situation where some of us were getting freebies because others were ordering 'all you can eat'. For the restaurant's sake, I hope they do something about this manager's customer service skills. They serve standard quality Korean bbq that's over-priced, so they especially need to focus on customer service that differentiates them from the dime-a-dozen Korean bbq places that have popped up recently in metro Atlanta. This experience for me proved that they are a failure in the competitive world of dining in Atlanta.

    (1)

  • B J.

    Ambiance - A (nice contemporary style and clean bathroom) Staff - A- Food - A- Price - B (can be pricey...) I loved this korean bbq "dome" experience! It was my first time here and I'm used to the grated grill korean bbq in other korean restaurants, but this was truly unique with a twist of the usual korean cuts of kim chees and meats! 1:30 lunch time and wasn't crowded at all! I took my 89 year old dad, 85 - mother, 81 - aunt... they loved it! (well, except my one aunt doesn't like fat!) So, I ate her portion! Loved the idea of cooking the kim chee and bean sprouts on the dome, every once in a while, the waiter would add butter or fresh lime to clean off residue of previous cooked meats and then proceed adding the new meats on the dome... the butter was a nice flavor running on top of the warmed kim chee! Loved the brisket, rib eye, beef tongue (thinly sliced yumminess) , honey pork (young suckling) a little too fatty for my testure taste, might try the "black pig" the next time as I hear it's more lean. Also, the pork skin... a little too chewy / gummy for me. Loved all the accompaniments and sauces... my favorite is the daikon wraps and the rice paper wraps... but lettuce and the seasoned salad were refreshing. I requested korean hot chili paste also as this just added another flavor. So, cool that at the end of the meal to get the rice with nori and octopus mixed in with whatever was left on the grill... and the bowl of soup! ... and included in our meal. Nice touch! Overall, I thought this was a great presentation, delicious and I thought affordable as there were 7 of us and we ate for under $18 during lunch. We ordered ala carte as I wanted to experience the full service! Have no idea what the lunch specials were, but looks like one could have eaten for $6.95 a plate. Someone try and let me know! PS - I should note that when we first arrived the first person that waited on us didn't have good customer service skills (I think there might have been a language barrier as I had to point out the dish in the korean column) I was worried that this wasn't going to be a good waiting experience, but then...when it was time to cook and serve the food, another waiter popped up! SO, I loved my american born korean 2nd main server/cook... so hip with his long hair and very helpful with information on how to cook and eat!... I'm just so happy we got our "special" waiter by the time the food was ready for cooking.

    (4)

  • Lady M.

    I love this place! The guys waiter are all so nice and attentive. The atmosphere is cool and relaxed. It's a great place to hangout and eat good korean bbq food at the same time. Beware that it does get really busy on Friday and Saturday nights! However if you haven't tried this place, I recommend you to try it.

    (5)

  • Alexis N.

    Food was insanely good and service was excellent. Lots and lots of meat. Young, our waiter, was attentive, helpful, and very sweet. Great atmosphere and good for a larger party of 6-8 people.

    (5)

  • Gina C.

    OMG.... This place is da bomb! I've been wanting to try HP for a while. I'm not a big pork belly fan and I thought that is all they had. Glad I read the reviews beforehand. My party of 3 had the spicy pork belly, wine pork belly, and gal bi. Yes, I ordered the gal bi. It was 3 generous pieces of delicious meat! I tried the spicy pork belly and it was tasty. I like it a little on the burnt side. All the items that came with the meat were yummy. I've never had the rice paper wrap and enjoyed putting everything together. Although, I still prefer the lettuce. I thought there was so much food! The meat was plentiful. With the rice and soup at the end of the meal, I left feeling very uncomfortable from eating so much! We had great service from our waiter Andy. He was so tentative and very helpful cooking everything for us. I loved the 10 bottles of Fabreze next to the door as you walked out.

    (4)

  • Dave D.

    After just returning stateside from living in Seoul for a year and a half, I was curious how this Korean restaurant would stack up to the real thing. Bottom line: Great food, cool atmosphere, and everything was pretty authentic (besides the prices- $12 for soju? $17 for samgyupsal? We are in America, I guess). If you already like Korean barbecue or just want a good spot to try out something new, this is it.

    (4)

  • D L.

    Have gone for dinner several times. Service has gone down. The men don't always yell in unison, or answer service queries. Food taste is okay... I think it's more expensive than it's worth. Would take out-of-town people here if they prefer ambiance to taste.

    (3)

  • n y.

    My meal here was so sub par, i was compelled to sign up at yelp and leave this review. For the price, there is much better korean food elsewhere. The sheer lack of food with the entree was the worst part. My brother and I should have ordered at least four entrees instead of two. In truth, perhaps we are bigger eaters than your average asian. But in the asian culture, there aren't many things worse than running out of food for your guests. For $50, we could get steak dinners at outback and go home full. But in Duluth at Honey Pig, we went home disappointed and unsatisfied. Portions are small small small. If you like small plates of meat and lots of veggies. This will suit you fine. Flavor was decent. But if you really like to eat, do yourself a favor and trust me. go elsewhere. you will not see me here again.

    (1)

  • John C.

    Honey Pig exudes a wonderful ambiance. From the little piggies by the register to the wooden booths there is a consistency about the room akin to fung shui. The service is good enough. While it took a while to get seated, once plopped down servers stopped by regularly and offered fair recommendations. Where Honey Pig strikes is the price. The dishes are a la carte (rather than a buffet) and the soju is overpriced. By the end of the dinner, you will spend at least $30 bucks for a meal you can get at Iron Age for two thirds the price. Furthermore, my take on the meat is that it is slightly above average. This leaves me wondering why I would pay significantly more to get significantly less. That said, Honey Pig serves up a Korean BBQ worth salivating for. The overall experience was positive. However, given the choice I will opt for one of the other options in Duluth.

    (3)

  • Travis B.

    Dinner at Honey Pig, which was my first experience with Korean style Barbecue was fantastic! Dont be initimidated by the heavy cast iron dome-style grill if you've never experienced this, as the friendly staff will be more than happy to suggest a good cross-section of samplings from the menu. The food is brought to the table and the server places everything properly for you, and the sizzle begins! Our meal (for 7 adults) consisted of one order each of: Short Ribs Special Rib Eye Scallops Honey Pig (x2) The tabletop-grill cooking method really began to work nicely about halfway through the meal, when the iron dome grill took on the many melded meat flavors. The final wrap-up including rice and octopus was a great finish, as the rice sipped up all the essence of smoky, porky goodness. We'll be back, and I'll be skipping lunch beforehand.

    (4)

  • Betty R.

    Cannot believe it took us over a year of living in Gwinnett county to get to Honey Pig - but we finally made it, and it was really fun and delicious! I really don't understand the reviews that balk at the price - this was the cheapest night out that hubby and I have had in a LONG while (and we usually go to places like Marlow's and Taco Mac, for reference), and we felt like we had more food than we could possibly eat. We ordered the honey pig and the bulgogi, and I preferred the latter - it was really well-seasoned, and it got great caramelization on the grill. The fried rice at the end of the meal was also a happy treat - we waited till it got a bit crispy on the bottom, then YUM. I liked the kimchi more than any other version I've had. The negatives were relatively minor - it was REALLY loud, and I thought they kept it way too cold in the room. We can't wait to go back, though!

    (4)

  • Robert M.

    Honey Pig is basically a pig's version of veal. Young pig. oink oink. The space itself is very nice...contemporary/industrial and clean. The chairs are plush. The bathrooms are mesmerizing. Staring into the sink made me feel like I was floating towards the ceiling in Logan's Run. We got the 'honey pig' pork belly (the specialty), as well as an order of spicy pork belly. We felt we had plenty of food for 2. Bean sprouts and kimchee are the first to fall on the grill as other plates drop on your table to create all kinds of ways to wrap your pork belly. Lettuce, thin sliced daikon and rice cakes, jalapenos, garlic, sweet chili sauce, fermented bean paste, onions soaked in soy sauce, scallions, sesame oil/salt (my favorite)...along with this came a cold kimchee/radish soup. We preferred the honey pig pork belly over the spicy pork belly. It allows the flavors of your assorted wraps to shine. The belly was amazing, and if it burns it is only because you aren't paying attention, or expect a waiter wipe your mouth for you during service. The finish is a fried rice and soup. The rice is dumped onto the grill to capture the pork grease along with chopped kimchee and bean sprouts that were sizzling on your grill...along with mushrooms and onions and even octi if you'd like. Take advantage of the Febreeze at the exit if you play on going anywhere afterwards. You'll spend a few bucks here...but worth it!

    (4)

  • M L.

    the filet mignon at Honey Pig is exellent, I really like the variety in the meal here, bc you get cold soup and side dishes to start off with, then with the grilled meat, you get lettuce, lettuce mixed with scallions, sticky rice wrap, pickled daikon, and various sauces for your meat. THEN after the main course (the meat), the server will come to your table and make kimchee fried rice with their own concoction. Finally, you get a small bowl of soup to share with people at your table, who has room for dessert when you get this much food??? oh, scallops are delicious too!

    (4)

  • Stella Y.

    Honey Pig is one of my favorite places to eat in all of Atlanta. The wrap options for your kalbi and/or samgyupsal is deliiiiicious. I'm all about creative fare that is interactive and unique. The larger-than-life grill cooks up your meat, the mushrooms soak up the fat drippings and the kimchi, onions and namul cook wonderfully in the juices while you BBQ. The ohjinguh (squid) they wrap around the knob in the middle of the grill may be a bit gimmicky but it's different and entertaining, I thought. Plus the juices ooze into the kimchi that's grilling and adds a lovely touch of seafood to the finale of your meal. You would think kimchi fried rice at the end of an extremely filling BBQ feast would be too much, but nope, it's SO good and impossible to turn down. This is a great place to go with friends in a large group because the seating is perfect for that. My parents write this off as a spot for youngsters, but I know they love the food as well. Wish they opened a restaurant in NY!

    (5)

  • Bri C.

    Wow, what a fun experience. It is a little pricey, but it's a great meal especially for a group, but not too big of a group! We ordered the Honey Pig special (the first one on the menu) and the bulgogi. We started with the bulgogi, and i enjoyed it a lot. It was tender, it tasted good, and we love the sides. The rice at the end is ok, but it needs some more flavor. I enjoyed the stew at the end also. It was a fun meal with good service and everything was yummy.

    (4)

  • Allison H.

    Trendy atmosphere for a strip mall in Duluth. Friendly, hip staff who provide excellent service. They recommend one meat dish per person which of course is ridiculous. We ordered two for four people and weren't able to finish all the food. Be forewarned, it is expensive - close to $20 for a meat entree. They do the kim chee on the grill and then throw the meat on for you. The signature dish which is pork belly was quite fatty, like greasy bacon but it was tasty. We let ours cook a while longer to make it crispy. They serve a cold soup which didn't have a lot of flavor. At the end they take the leftover meat bits and chop it up with kim chee and it makes a tasty end to the meal. Don't let them talk you into more food than you need, truly only two meat entrees fed 4 of us easily!

    (4)

  • Tim H.

    I went to Honey Pig on a Saturday around 12:30pm. There weren't many customers, which was nice because we got immediate service whenever we needed something. My friends and I all came for the all you can eat BBQ, $24.95/person. Side dishes included pickled daikon slices, rice sheet things (not sure what they are), a cold dilute kimchi soup, spicy bean paste, red chilli paste, and a sesame/sugar/salt sauce. We had to ask for lettuce to eat with. For a while, we were sitting, ready to order and waiting for our waiter to come to us. We then realized the table had a built-in service button that rings and gets the immediate attention of the staff, just like in Korea. After ordering our meat, which was the brisket, spicy pork belly, and red wine pork belly, some kimchi and bean sprouts were added to our grill. The meat was all very good, but he brisket was probably my favorite. They do most of the meat cooking for you, sometimes including the turning. After we were stuffed with the meat (which we all finished, as we were not sure what their unfinished meat policy is), they made a really delicious kimchi fried rice using our leftover kimchi and beansprouts initially served to us, along with some clumps of dried seaweed and other seasonings. One interesting thing I noticed was that this is first time I saw a Korean BBQ restaurant cooking with butter. They lightly buttered the grill before adding our first meat (brisket), and again for the fried rice. Overall, the food and service were both excellent, and the price is fairly standard for Korean BBQ in America, I think. Will be coming back!

    (5)

  • Ihoneybadger L.

    I LOVED HONEY PIG! Atmosphere: chic, contemporary without the haughty feeling. Good music too = ) Food: Excellent with wide variety of choices of bbq. Price: Moderate; I haven't really been to too many korean bbq places and paid less then $20 dollars for my meal. But hey it was good! You should definitely get the endless meat for $22, all you can eat samgyupsal (a few different types), beef brisket. Service: Excellent! The staff was extremely attentive and friendly. They were busy so I cooked my own food, but they ran over ( even though they were really busy) and insisted cooking the food for me. A++ I'm definitely coming there again next time I go to ATL!

    (4)

  • David J.

    I dont know if it was b/c I hadn't had a Korean meal in over a month but this place just hit the spot.... I can't wait to go back... well worth the 2 hour drive... I just need another excuse to drive back to ATL.... the sam gyup sal was thick and juicy and the prime beef was excellent... wish they had one of these in the bay area

    (5)

  • j t.

    This place is mediocre at best. The place is a trendy fad and way too noisy. The exhaust hoods above every table is too high to be effective at exhausting any smoke from the grill. The exhaust hoods make it impossible to keep the place warm, so if you go here during the winter months, bring a blanket. Save your hard earned money for a place where the meats are marinated better and where you can talk to the people at the table without yelling at them.

    (2)

  • Julie C.

    wow. can i say LET DOWN? i still want to wipe away a few tears, just thinking about the disappointment that was honey pig. okay, okay. the place is fun, beautifully decorated, really jazzy interior. the waitstaff is friendly enough, but the food.....so not yummy to my tummy. we started out at lunch, and had honey pig and bulgogi. i don't know, i guess i'm not really a fan of the warmed kimchi, especially when it's sorta (i mean totally) getting drenched in all the grease from my virtually flavorless honey pig. the bulgogi lacked delectable/detectable flavor as well. sure, maybe i ordered the wrong thing (black pig v. honey?)....but i won't be returning to see. i was also disappointed in the sides as well- i like a little more variety. plus we only had daikon slices, no rice wrappers. i just felt like this was basically dumbed down korean in a gorgeous setting. give me buford highway anytime. we didn't stick around for the rice...wasn't really interested in getting anything made out of those greasy scraps left on my grill. i thought honey pig was a wee bit pricey too. i know korean bbq ain't always the cheapest lunch option, but i seriously felt robbed. this feeling was further compounded when my stomach started cramping up before i made it home.... yeah. i'm not a fan of peeing my expensive lunch out of my butt (super squirts)! my dining companion had the same experience as well. this was actually worse than my "ghana guts"! usually, i'm totally on board with my fellow yelpers, but honey pig was a let down. maybe that's what i get for venturing off buford highway and otp. either way....been there, done that. won't be back.

    (2)

  • Hammad K.

    Great Korean BBQ restaurant. Good service and experience. A little pricey but worth the visit.

    (4)

  • Leon V.

    Everyone here said Honey Pig was very good so I gave it a try even though they don't grill. I was a bit disappointed in the flavor, you have to order marinated meat because it's cast iron pan fried. I ordered beef, young pork belly, and scallops. Neither of them were too memorable except for the scallops because it was cooked just right. They specialize in "honey" pig from cali but I don't find it super tender or anything. I was hoping they'd have a lot of side dishes but there was only bean sprouts and kimchi, lots of them. They give you three types of wraps; lettuce, rice cake, and radish. Each meat went well with different wraps (scallops with lettuce, beef and rice cake, pork belly and radish) my favorite was rice cake even though they were a bit thick. Here, rice is fried in front of you and served at the end. I asked the waiter why they wait till the end and he said they want the costumers to really taste the meat before having rice. It made a little since but I still like my rice with everything else. The meal came with kimchi soup that's served cold. I liked it because it was lunch time and I needed something to get my appetite going. Over all the food was just okay but the service was very good, he answered all my questions very well and kept a good attitude of the customer is superior.Too bad I don't think I will be going again because it's just a cast iron pan. Ohh fyi, their food is pretty pricey compared to others. ***and I have to add this, there are two old norcross roads so if you dont know the area, your navigation will bring you to business buildings 3 minutes from Honey Pig.***

    (3)

  • Vy A.

    Unless you want cardiac surgery, I don't suggest coming here more than once a year. When you DO go, here are some things to keep in mind: 1) wear clothes you don't care about. In fact, remember that doesn't-fit-like-it-used-to-shirt in the back of your closet? You know, the one you know you mean to get rid of but can't bring yourself to? Wear it to Honey Pig and you'll have no trouble trashing it the next day. YOUR CLOTHES WILL SMELLLLLL. Let's put it this way: Have you ever seen a restaurant that keeps 5 FEBREEZE containers by the door??? Honey Pig does, and it won't get that smell off you. 2) Go with someone who speaks Korean. You'll get much better service. If you don't, they'll forget you...or pretend to. Sad, but the truth... 3) If you don't go with someone who speaks Korean and they speak Korean to you, just nod your head and pretend you do. Maybe you can trick them. 4) Make sure you get the rice at the end where they make your leftovers into a very greasy fried rice. 5) This should go without saying, but don't bring a date there. The lingering smell of kimchi with squid, garlic, and pork fat is not very romantic afterwards. (I've noticed that someone stuck Honey Pig under romantic Duluth restaurants...I hope that is a joke) I can't really suggest Honey Pig to the people I love. Doing so would be like saying, "I want you to be really fat and die of heart disease!" I know that sounds silly, but honey pig is probably one of the most greasy and fatty meals I have ever had. Depending on what you get, you may be better off going to the Varsity and ordering a hot dog and hamburger with the works plus all the greasy onion rings. I do give this place 4 stars, however, because when you don't think about how your arteries are being clogged, the food is quite good. It is also a one-of-a-kind in Atlanta and that's always nice to have. One of the stars also is given for the febreeze by the door. So, props to you Honey Pig, for being something new, yummy, and very smelly!!!!

    (4)

  • John F.

    I went in for lunch after seeing the place next door to Chung Hae. The lunch specials are very affordable at around $7. I opted for the Spicy Pork with vegetables. Lunch items are accompanied by traditional Korean sides, kimchee, etc. The meal came with a total of 5 side items and the spicy pork was brought out on a sizzling platter like fajitas. Lunch items are not cooked at your table, but you can order BBQ any time of the day. The decor is very nice with stone top freestanding tables and booths. The parking lot is very full on what should be normally slow weeknights so I would assume that many Korean customers really like the place.

    (4)

  • Michael L.

    I have read the reviews about the service so went in prepared for the worst. I was pleasantly surprised. The service was great, after we informed the waiter that this was our first time. He explained all of the dishes in detail. The meal was really good. I had the pork shoulder and my wife the beef. You cant go wrong with the pork. Since I work close by I will have to make this one of my regular stops.

    (4)

  • daniel p.

    I have not been to Atlanta in awhile, but i have to say this is a great little Korean joint in Atlanta. Great Korean BBQ, and their meso pork is delicious and succulent. YUM.

    (4)

  • Amber M.

    Pretty good food... especially since I like Korean food. Cool atmosphere- and I'm a sucker for some atmos...

    (3)

  • Victor L.

    Not much to add here from the other reviews. First-time with this kind of experience (and I've eaten at many traditional Korean BBQ places) and was a really nice experience. Service is quick and prompt. If you need something, just press the button on the table and it activates a sound in the ear-piece that all the waiters wear - the nearest person will come by. Bathrooms are nice and very trendy (which is, admittedly, very unique for any type of Asian restaurant unless it caters to the high-end folks). Faucet is a type with a joystick to turn on and the water flows out like a waterfall with lights under an all-glass sink. They even have a dispenser for mouth wash. Tip/avoid funny moment: hand soap is on the wall while the mouth wash is on the counter. My wife accidentally first washed her hands with mouth wash (which she thought was soap) until she saw the real soap dispenser. Of course, if you want a minty smell to your hands...ignore tip.

    (4)

  • wendy k.

    I love this place....the service is very prompt and the pork belly is delicious! Yummy! As I write this review, i'm getting hungry for Korean bbq. the only bad thing is that you end up eating more than you should!

    (4)

  • Christie K.

    I have to starve myself before I come here! SO MUCH FOOD. Not just the delicious meats (try the Honey Pig samgyupsal) but all of the accompaniments with it leave me all sleepy from my food coma~

    (4)

  • David Y.

    I like the atomosphere and attentive service. Their food was better in the beginning and so was the service. I think there are huge employee turn over rate here. For what it is..you get good portion and after you are finished w/ the main meal, they make you a fried rice which is better than main meal. I always take it home since it's not worth wasting food. Food is getting more expensive and scarce as is. People need to change there mind on leaving there food on the table since that's isn't cool thing to do. I just wish they have less fat and more meat on these pigs. Well.....I love this place though. BTW they got excellent Kim Chi and Bean sprouts.... Eat Goods

    (5)

  • Niki W.

    Really great - Everything we ate was delcious. The spicy pork belly and seasoned sliced tenderloin were both full of flavor and unique and the bean sprouts were a hit. I would have given it five stars, but it's a bit pricey and I could have used a little tutorial from the waiter as we were first time diners there. We will be back for sure.

    (4)

  • Lina M.

    great great kimchi! it has a really ko0 atmosphere it's one of my favorite kr restaurants in town right after book chang dong the place is really hip but prepare to wait in line for a while if you come during busy hours!

    (4)

  • Jeanie Y.

    When I went to visit the family, my cousins recommended Honey Pig. I wanted to see what the hype was all about. First, I love the decor, tables, and seats. Service was fast and friendly. But the food wasnt up to par, it was good it came with kimchi and all the essentials of eating stove top pork, but it didnt hit the spot compared to some places in Atlanta. Also it was quite pricey, my husband was joking around saying that we were basically paying for the atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Kerry M.

    Beautiful atmosphere. Beautiful people. Outrageous prices. Non-existent service. This place charges $25 for 4oz shrimp , some kim chee, and some soup. They charge $17 for 4 oz of pork belly, kim chee, and some soup. Then they make some sour seaweed "fried rice". LUNCH for two was $50 and we left hungry, and feeling robbed. Service staff were idiots. More concerned with eating their lunch than even trying to provide service. Food was mediocre. Atmosphere was stellar,

    (1)

  • Jenna L.

    The food is AMAZING!! Meat Veggies... cooked on a huge POT LID, It's great! The price is a little steep in comparison to other korean bbq places, but you definitely get what you pay for. The quality of meat I would say is the best of all the bbq places I have been to.

    (5)

  • Rachel B.

    Tasty and you will leave full. We had the namesake "honey pig"... very fatty, but good. The waitstaff run around like busy bees - the place was packed! They have a really cute interior style, with concrete blocks and a fun color scheme. My favorite part of the meal was the fried rice they cook for you with your leftover food. Delish. I had way more fun in their bathroom than I should have... there is a light up sink and their toilet is super fancy. Anyway, fun with a date or a large group. Next time I go I want to try their mushroom bbq feast!

    (4)

  • Joanne C.

    Very disappointed! No service at all.. We have to ask server for menu 2 times, water 3 times, napkin 3 times in order for them get it to our table... I have to say, there are less than 5 tables dinning in at the time and more than 5 servers working in the restaurant. So... Good luck.

    (1)

  • Phillip C.

    First I do have the say the food was good. The "Honey Pig" was tasty. The bad part of it all was the place was freezing cold. Even after they moved us from the door it was cold. The service was not great. We had to ask for them to cook our food. We've been to other Korean BBQ places around town and they were much better. This place doesn't even bring all the different small accompaniments that I am used to at a Korean BBQ place. We had to ask for lettuce, rice, water. Honey Pig had us eating one thing at a time and I don't think anyone would enjoy that. I certainly didn't. It was not what we were used to.

    (2)

  • Michael C.

    This is hands down my favorite place to eat. The staff is friendly and helpful, the interior is very unique and welcoming and the food is just amazing.

    (5)

  • Roshanda P.

    The wall decor of this place is something out of this world, when you think Korean BBQ I wouldnt have thought of seeing something soooo whats the word ...modern shic It was nice to see a different take on cooking the food instead of using a open flame it as cooked on a cast iron skillet which was cool and also having the kimchi cooked along with your dish... If you looking for a nice night out and just wanted a different take on the Koren BBQ experience this is the place for you.

    (3)

  • Mitch F.

    Mas-e-soy-o (delicious). If you're ready to feast like Vikings Honey Pig is the place to be. Definitely skip lunch. If you're unfamiliar with Korean food; the meat is prepared in front of you on a grill in the middle of the table. Great for communal dining if you're not a germaphobe or you missed that episode of Sesame Street on sharing. First the table will be filled with numerous side dishes and the bean sprouts and kimchi will be placed on the grill to munch on before the meat is prepared. Our group had the scallops as well as various cuts of pork (I had the spicy pork which was tasty but not all that spicy). The only negatives 1) service was a bit indifferent in my opinion; fairly effective but with a lack of warmth, and 2) you'll be disappointed if you're expecting desserts because there are none of the menu. It's not likely most people will have room for dessert after the Honey Pig experience.

    (4)

  • Josh K.

    Unfortunately Honey Pig isn't the same Honey Pig I reviewed months back. The meat quality remains superior to most of the unlimited pork belly and beef briskets around it but the quality of attentiveness of the servers has got me very disappointed. It feels as if the owner does not have the same passion for the restaurant he once had when they first opened up and it resonates throughout their team members. one of the biggest problems i have is the fact that they constantly lower the temperature of the iron cast grill there. Meat is best when its cooked under high temperature in the shortest amount of time and weak fire will make any meat taste rubbery. Second problem lies within the apathetic servers. Its hard to receive good service. At my last visit Im regretful to say i barely got to eat before we decided to leave. The food never came and we got tired of continuing to ask for refills As long as you can receive the service you are supposed to receive I recommend this place to any other places in the Duluth area, however please try to avoid when its too busy.

    (3)

  • James K.

    This place is great! Kind of on the pricey side, but the pork is amazing. I ordered the Honey Pig and the Wine Pig and they both tasted fantastic. I didnt have any of the beef bbq, but why bother when the place is named HONEY PIG!!!!! I just wish they had one of these places in Tampa, FL. Oh well, just another reason to move to the A.

    (4)

  • Dave A.

    Visiting Duluth from out of town and went there with coworker. Food was awesome though I wouldn't recommend going unless you're Really Hungry. BBQ Pork and beef were both good and the sides were better than a lot of the Korean places I am use to in NoVA. I loved the pickled radish which I've never seen sliced into thin round disks. Service was also excellent. They even have call buttons on the table but we never found the need to use it!

    (5)

  • Solange H.

    update: Coordinated a party of 8 for last saturday night. We ordered three honey pigs, two bulgogi, and two giant shrimp. Most everyone had 2-3 cans of sodas. Bill broken down per person. Total per head = a little over $20. Fully sated. That's such a sweet deal!!! Recommend getting a reservation because looks like they are getting busier with every write up in the local press. service is awesome, food is really good, although portions could be slightly bigger. no matter because we always walk away from here full and happy. been here so many times. coordinating a big group outing for next weekend, so you know i'm a fan!

    (5)

  • Gloria M.

    So, I've been hearing about this famous honeypig and being a samgyupsal (pork) lover myself, I decided to go. Ok, decor is very cute, the boys that work there are really pretty...but it ends there. They gave us a table where a huge group of office workers were drinking and talking loudly. Our pork burned, our fried rice (which I looked so forward to) sucked ass. By suck ass, it just tasted like rice and from the vivid pictures I've seen...I was extremely dissapointed. I've had 10x better, and I was so excited to try this place too. The pork was pretty thin, flavorless, and the side dishes sucked ass. The service sucked and I don't think I should've even tipped 20%. Oh and I read a comment down there that they "specialize" the honey pig from cali? The saymgyupsal (pork) in cali is 100x better than the crap I got served.

    (2)

  • Joyce Ann M.

    We will totally be back...went to dinner on Friday with another couple and shared the spicy sam-gyup-sal, bulgogi and a small order of the mushrooms. My hubby is half Korean, so we know the Korean BBQ drill, but there were some interesting twists: having the kimchee put on the grill - really changed the depth of flavor. The spicy pork definitely had some kick - was wonderful with the cool rice wrappers and the crunch of the sprouts from the grill. Bulgogi was delicious - great marinade that carmelized on the grill. The mushrooms were incredible - the differences in texture and flavor are a delight - the delicate flavor of the enoki mushrooms, the robust flavor of the king oyster mushrooms and the familiar earthiness of the portobellos. Really worth adding to your meal - especially after they sizzled awhile in the butter remains on the grill. They offer some traditional condiments to go with your meats and a wonderful cucumber-scented cold broth to help tamp down the fire of the peppers between bites!

    (4)

  • Anjali S.

    My exposure to Korean food has been very limited. I think I've had a few versions of bulgogi- probably not authentic. I do love the 2 times I've been able to have korean bbq- which other than this was one other time in the back of a korean market in Birmingham, AL. That was super good too. It's all about the fun. So my husband and I went with 3 friends 2 of whom are korean and walked us through it. I mean, to be fair, I don't think it's super complicated- but they'd been there before and knew what to order. We got some assortment of meat- I think bulgogi actually and the mushrooms. You start with some tea- black rice tea? Not a fan. You get all kind of condiments- pickled radishes, kimchee. . .etc. Surprisingly- to me I loved the pork belly. I've heard a lot about pork belly and was always hesitant to eat it . I never actually thought I would ever eat it. . .But I loved it! My husband is not a fan of pork period and he couldn't get enough either. Kinda like a thick cut unsmoked bacon. . .I also loved the mushrooms- simple but yummy. Had my first tastes of enoki and king mushroom- loved the latter. And like others have mentioned anything left, they make a fried rice out of. We didn't have any problems with a wait or the waiters. . .Maybe bc we had our friends with us. . .? Oh speaking of which- maybe we didn't order enough food but I didn't find it very filling. Maybe there were too many of us . . . I'm not particularly running back because it is a bit of a drive for me- (mixed metaphor) but I would not refuse upon suggestion. Would like to try seafood next time!

    (3)

  • Franklin C.

    Honey Pig is more than a dinning experience. It's a ritual. With small side dishes that occupy the entire table, platters of meat that keep on coming, and a center grill that tends to send sparks of oil flying at you, it's hard not to get caught up in the experience. Different people will attack the meat differently. My strategy is to put the slice of cooked pork belly on a piece of lettuce, fold it, add the bbq sauce, a bit of slightly charred kimchi, and a slice of radish. Careful though! The lettuce has to be folded just right or your little pork belly sandwich will fall apart! Also, be sure to leave room for the fried rice that they make for you after you finish your meat. Great way to end the meal. Both my trips here were in groups of 6 that were mostly girls. My female friends tend to eat less and eat slower. I offered to pay for more of the meal since I clearly ate more. But they were fine splitting it 6 ways even. Hey, works for me. Waiters were nice and attentive, so no problems there. If you dine here, be prepared for the inevitable food coma that follows.

    (4)

  • Joe L.

    I felt that this place was overpriced considering the amount of food that you got. My friends and i came here and got 4 servings of bulgogi, 1 each of the beef short ribs, cubed beef, and the honey pig. They also provided unlimited amount of kimchi, lettuce, rice paper and spicy bean sprouts which was nice. However the kimchi was super salty, and basically inedible unless you ate it with something else. The bean sprouts however were made correctly and had the exact right amount of heat and saltiness. The annoying thing about honey pig is that your supposed to wrap the meat in either the rice paper or the lettuce, but because the amout of lettuce they gave us was so little every time, i needed to ask for more about every 10 minutes. The beef and honey pig dishes were each about 20+ dollars apiece and the bulgogi (usually its like chopped up beef) was 14. In fact, if I had to come here again I would probably only get the bulgogi. Its the best deal, comes with the same amount of beef as all the other dishes, is previously seasoned so it tastes great, and is lean (so not only is it healthier, but it shrinks less as you grill it on the iron hat). The short ribs and the honey pig in fact were actually more than 50 percent fat. Yes i know fat is flavor (awesome line andrew zimmern), but thats still an outrageous amount of fat. and after we grill them... well lets just say that they loose more weight than an obese man on the atkins diet. All in all, the bulgogi saves this restaurant from a 2. If i had to come here again, that would be the only think i would get. Its definitely enough meat for 2 people, and combine that with the generous amount amounts of kimchi and lettuce and you can have a full meal out of it.

    (3)

  • Hyong Y.

    this place kick-A$$!!! I really like the modern/contemporary hip looks. Food is very good here too. I really like the rice sheet to wrap your meat. I've tried the thin slice beef, honey pig signature, pork belly, and their fried rice. They were all good. Although, i wish there was little more room on the table for all the side dishes. And at times, service was little slow, but i know how busy they are and trying to cook food for everyone. So expect little delay at time. NOW, this is NOT FAT FREE meal, so for all you weight watchers... my guess is 1000 points.

    (4)

  • Julie P.

    Oh, Honey Pig - where do I begin?? I've been to my fair share of Korean BBQ places, ranging from the simple, gritty, random street-side closet-sized places in Seoul, to the various offerings of the Buford Highway corridor (some good, mostly mediocre). I have to say, Honey Pig, you have impressed me. Not only do you serve delicious, high quality meats, you do so in a manner that does NOT include: 1) dirty or smelly atmosphere, 2) rude, non-English speaking ahjumma waitstaff, 3) lots of tasteless "filler" ban-chan, and 4) outrageous prices for poor quality meats. What you DO have is a well-designed space, an amazingly simple and delicious concept, friendly & attentive waitstaff who can speak BOTH Korean & English very well, and great cuts of high quality meat for a very decent price. Oh, and I can't forget, just when I thought my stomach was going to explode from the amount of food (mind you, there was no rice consumed during the meat eating), you surprised me with a teppanyaki style fried rice preparation with all the glorious leftover grilled kimchi, bean sprouts and meat, and supplied me with a tiny crock of bubbling dwen-jang jjigae to wash it down with. Those who think there isn't enough meat for the money: you are either insane (b/c 1 order of Honey Pig and 1 order of beef were enough to fill up 2 big eaters) or clearly are used to buffet style dining where you can get pounds of meat for 10 bucks. This is not the right place for you. Would you ever go to Bone's or Chops and complain that you didn't get all you can eat surf & turf?? No, you get what you pay for. If you want sub-par food, service and atmosphere and pay 3-4 bucks less per order (maybe), then please, head over to (insert name of crappy Buford Hwy bbq joint here). If you want to have a delicious experience & leave full, happy, and reeking of bbq and kimchi for 2 days, then RUN to Honey Pig - you will not be disappointed!!

    (5)

  • Dale K.

    I give this place 3 stars based on my criteria for a satisfying meal: Quantity. I am a man who enjoys eating dead animal flesh, especially in generous quantities. A single order of the beef short ribs and the honey pig is enough, maybe, to feed a very small human being. I go to Korean BBQ, you know, for the meat but the goal is missed when the emphasis is on "unlimited" bean sprouts and kimchi. I especially don't care for fillers in lieu of more meat. Taste was decent. Cost. Like $5-6 too much per dish. They fool your perception of quantity with fillers. The focus of Korean BBQ is meat, not cheap kimchi. Service. The servers were prompt and nice. They speak English, which is a plus. Refilled water unrequested, which is always good. Kindly split the bill, too. Bottom line. If you want good portions of meat, then avoid this place. If you have an average appetite -- and enjoy over-paying for fillers that cost them little to make, then have at it. The service and decor are nice, though.

    (3)

  • taylor e.

    If you like pork belly then this is the place to be. I loved everything about their ambiance, cooking technique, and service staff. The staff was awesome. I love food and I love my food of origin (southern obviously) and it's nice to meet people from other cultures who also embrace their roots. The young staff was super excited to meet people who had never dined there before and came over to make sure we loved everything (which we did). If you don't like rich meats (aka has fat and lots of flavor just in the meat itself) then try somewhere else. Wonderful meat, great kimchi, nice people. I loved it. p.s. if you don't get stuffed off of the portions then you must be a real fatty.

    (4)

  • Carlos C.

    Food is good if you know how to really eat it. If you want a well-balanced meal, with really good service (except the newbie who served us tonight--he kinda got me upset for his lack of common sense), the experience of eating everything on iron skillet top(?), and the communal experience of sharing food together, this is it. Quality over quantity. Style over substance (or meat). My wife and I have perfected the "honey" in Honey pig. These newbies below me don't know what they're talking about. They whine about things not relevant to the general populace, but have this notion of "Pig Heaven"...ALL FOR THE PRICE OF A GINSU KNIFE! If you want meat only, go to Chowon Buffet and eat to your heart's content. They're an excellent value, no joke. Better yet, go to Golden Corral and have it's "gourmet" steak, prime rib, chicken, and all the BBQ pork you want if you want to pay no more than $15.

    (4)

  • Foodie L.

    I came back here to Honey Pig for a friend's going away celebration with 5 other people. We each bought a different type of meat. I highly suggest getting meats that are marinated. There is more flavor vs the un-marinated meats. We ordered the "Honey Pig" which was unmarinated pork belly and it was okay. It felt like eating a ton of thick bacon. Kal-bi was our second choice and it was really good. There is bone, so they can cut it out for you. We also ordered the Bulgogi. It was delish as well. Service was great. The Soju (tastes like Korean vodka) is given to you in a teapot apparatus instead of the bottle. Afterwards, they gave us fried rice :)

    (4)

  • Flora H.

    Being a Korean, I love and crave pork belly quite frequently. I cannot visit this place very often because it is a bit pricey. The vibe and decor in this restaurant is very nice and modern. I also love the concept of grilling on a huge pot lid , it is quirky and creative. The quality of the meat is decent, it is good, but not mind-blowing. The kimchi and bean sprouts are perfect. The kimchi is perfectly ripened and sour, just how I like it. I love the two combinations overall, and the fried rice at the end just tops it off. As much as I love the food, I do believe that this restaurant is overpriced. I cannot justify paying nearly $40 for two servings of pork. It is a place I go time to time, when I have a bad craving. There are many Korean restaurants in the Duluth area that offer pork belly, but none beats the originality of this place. From my knowledge and what I've heard from others, Honey Pig is a franchise that started in Los Angeles. Their food comes from China to Los Angeles, then to Atlanta. Do not quote me though, I may be wrong. One last note, do not bother wearing your best attire when going to this restaurant, you will walk out with a pungent smell stained in your clothes.

    (4)

  • Christy M.

    Mmmmmm, the BEST Korean bbq ever!!! And great service. We will be back again and again and again. My tummy is happy. :)

    (5)

  • Katee L.

    I heard about this place and finally got to go. Tasty, but pricey. Definitely try at least once!

    (4)

  • Krystal P.

    It's all about the fatty pork. If you want beef or your American friendly Korean foods like bulgogi, I would not suggest that you come here. I don't think the beef is that great, it's small in quantity for the price and not nearly as good as the pork. The only thing I order these days is the Honey Pig. Yes, just as in the photos everything is cooked in front of you. You'll start with some kimchi and bean sprouts on the grill. I like the kimchi and bean sprouts cooked, as they're a little overripe. This is where the plain pork is key. If you get the marinated pork they'll put some foil down on your grill to keep the pork from burning. This prevents the fat from dripping down, which I think is key in getting a good flavor to the kimchi and sprouts that are cooking. I know, it's kinda gross, but the kimchi needs that pork fat, or else it just tastes like dry burnt kimchi. They'll bring you some things to wrap the meat in, lettuce, rice cakes, and insanely thin radish slices. All are great and I recommend trying each one individually and then together. You'll likely have to ask for more sauces and side dishes and this is where it can get tricky. The place is always busy with waiters running around nonstop, so you may have several different waiters at your table during the night. Just push the button at your table for someone to come by. At other Korean restaurants you may be apprehensive in doing this, however if you don't do it here, you'll likely never see another waiter stop by. So, I really love this place and the more I go, the more I like it. However, one annoying thing is that they're somewhat inconsistent. After the meat is finished you're served squid with fried rice. Sometimes you get the squid and sometimes you don't, I guess it depends if they have it or not. Also, you should get a bowl of dwenjang jjigae at the end, however they frequently forget to put the order in for this at the end and it's very disheartening when your check comes and you realize that you're about to depart without this glorious ending to the meal. I generally ask for this earlier to ensure that it's brought out, but beware as sometimes it takes multiple requests. Overall, a great place if you don't mind a grease pit. Ladies, pull your hair back during dinner unless you want your hair to absorb the stench of cooked pork. Also, I wouldn't recommend wearing anything dry clean only to this joint.

    (4)

  • Jason K.

    I freaking love this place! Price is reasonable, food is great, proportion of food is great, and you can't but get wasted here. The atmosphere is very laid back, almost like eating at your friend's house.

    (5)

  • Dorothy P.

    I'd been to Honey Pig twice before earlier in the year w/ good experiences and was really craving the uber-fattening pork belly on a monday night. Given that sooo many restaurants are closed on mondays, i was pleasantly surprised to find that they close at midnight, on a monday! serendipity indeed! So who else do i call to join me for some honey pig? fellow yelper peter y. of course! however, he'd been before and was only coming b/c i cajoled him into it. but i promised him that this experience would be better b/c it was w/ me!:) but even I couldn't have saved our overcooked pork belly and beef short ribs. I think my past experiences here were in big groups, so food was taken off the grill pretty quickly before it had a chance to overcook (aka burn). W/ just the two of us, the meat stayed on the grill way too long...so in the end i think py was just biting his tongue to hold back, "i told you so". Overall though, i still think this is a great place to have a fun dining experience in big groups(we should've brought friends:)

    (3)

  • Diane B.

    I have never experienced ANYTHING like this at ANY restaurant, so I also felt compelled to sign up for yelp to share my experience. Warning: this will be long. :P A group of friends & I were on vacation & we were craving Korean BBQ. My best friend from Atlanta, who is Korean, recommended this place, so we all met up at Honey Pig. The place was really nicely decorated... very modern. My best friend recommended several entrees & we ended up ordering 3 porks, 3 beefs, and 1 order of shrimps. The food was good & the bill was not bad either (a little over $19 not including tip / person), but I think if we hadn't gone in a big group, it would have been pricey for 2, especially with shrimps being $24! This is where all the good stopped. I had to ask the waiter every time he placed something on the pot what it was b/c he never told us. They brought out the 3 beefs first, & one of my friends can't eat beef, so we were anticipating the pork. Only 2 came out. We informed the waiter and told him to just cancel the order since by then it was late already, we were full, and we still had plans afterwards. He went out to the back & then came back out going on about his business, so we thought everything was taken care of. We received our check & they still charged us for the pork order we never got. Ok, maybe it was an honest mistake. We tell the lady (who I assume is the owner... she works the front too.) and she corrects it for us. So now we go to pay. The lady takes money from all of us, & at the end says there is a person who didn't pay. We tell her that everyone has already paid... doesn't she remember since it was less than 2 minutes ago? She replies rudely, "I don't remember faces. My computer is saying 1 person didn't pay." She goes down our line of people & accounts for EVERYONE that paid, but was still adamant about 1 person not paying. wth? She then realized that she forgot to input 1 credit card transaction of ours. Seriously? Check yourself before you rudely go accusing people of not paying!!! On her behalf, she did apologize. :| So before we left, we left cash tip on the table since she said it was easier than her taking cash from each of us. We leave & right before we hop into our cars, she comes out w/ her hands in the air rudely asking again, "You guys didn't leave a tip?" We said we did and were about to go back into the restaurant to show her when one of the waiters found it. She just walked back inside w/ NO apology. First thing I thought was, "ARE YOU SERIOUS? WHAT A B****!!!" First, I always tip 20%, & if service is really good, I tip more. I also work in the service industry & know that tip is not required, so even if we hadn't left a tip like she "thought," why chase after a customer to ask? Honestly, with a group of 9 people, I don't know why 18% gratuity wasn't included in the first place! Honey Pig needs to do that instead of chasing their customers down to ask then why they didn't tip!!! HORRIBLE SERVICE!!! NEVER AGAIN!!! If yelp had 0 stars, I would give Honey Pig that for their service alone!!!

    (1)

  • Chuan S.

    DS, PY and I decided to try this Korean BBQ place. It was sort of a trip for me to head all the out there but I was interested in eating some Korean BBQ. Honey Pig is definitely a good name for a Korean BBQ place. I braved the storm and drove up to Duluth for some Korean BBQ. Upon parking my car, one of waiters came out with an umbrella and escorted me to the door. Now I call that service. The guy had to literally look out the and watched for cars to park in the lot and I might not even be going to Honey Pigs. The menu is pretty simple. You just pick your meat of choice. We had pork belly, thinly sliced bugolgi beef, and boneless BBQ spare ribs. All the meat was pretty damn good. There was a few different wrap options for the meat I have not seen before. The only that I was really familiar was the lettuce leaves. There was thinly sliced of flour paper and thinly sliced of radish. I preferred the tradition lettuce and the sliced radishes. I thought the flour wraps were too oily to hold with your bare hands and lack the crisp you get from the other two options. There was also a ton of options to make wraps with. Among them were grill beansprouts, grilled kimchi lettuce, garlic, jalapeno, hot sauce, Korean sauce (which I don't know the name off), and a pickled jalapeno and onion combination. I was already stuffed by the three types of meat and all the wraps I have made from it. Someone should off warned me about their end of meal additions. When we said we were done, the waiter brought out the fried rice, squid, and soup. That's a lot of food. Everything was done pretty well.

    (4)

  • Dan N.

    Like most korean bbq places, the prices aren't exactly cheap, but they are in my opinion fair, considering the food that you get with the meal. As mentioned earlier by other yelpers, this is not the place to watch your cholesterol levels. However, to satisfy your love of pork or beef, here it is. Definitely a unique place considering most korean bbq places do not use this inverted wok to cook meats. Besides your meat, you will have fried rice made on the wok near the end, mixed with kimchee & bean sprouts panchan. Also you will have a cold daikon radish soup as well as a hot tofo soybean paste soup. My wife and I never leave this place anywhere near hungry. If i had to complain about anything, it's the lack of space within your table and the big wok can make it tricky to reach across the table. Always a favorite to go to every now and then.

    (4)

  • Diana C.

    My family and I went to Honey Pig once and we probably won't return. For the amount of money we paid for our meal, we could have bought ingredients at H-Mart, and cooked better food ourselves at home. Prices were ridiculous for what you got. Honey Pig was nothing special to me. Maybe it's cuz I have samgyupsal (sliced pork) at least twice a month at home. I do, however, remember the nicely decorated interior (especially the bathroom) and how cute the scrawny little waiter was. That's about it.

    (2)

  • Precious L.

    Went to Honey Pig today actually. I must say the place looked very nice. Our waiter was patient and explained how to eat the food and everything (although we already knew he was cute so we let him talk) we ordered their signature honey pork and the spicy pork, bulgogi and shrimp (which looked like mini lobster tails). Everything was soooo good.I usually dont like bean sprouts but there's is tops. The music was nice (we even had them play one a song over lol) the atmosphere was nice. I have been to a couple KBBQs one was bland and the other we sort of got put out. But I WILL be back to this one, the price was even worth it the staff is very nice, I guess its because they are young not sure but I really enjoyed my food and company thats why I gave 5 stars compared to other places I've been its the best. And I actually saw them on the food network for unique eats I see why they where featured..

    (5)

  • Daniel K.

    really expensive for little sam gyup sal...

    (1)

  • vuong p.

    Great place to entertain friends. Between normal and food conversations, it keeps the mood fun and happy. Beautiful decor, excellent food, and service is pretty innovative. Wireless buttons on the wall call your server over so there's no awkward wait. Food is more on the simplicity side, very little marinades. Side dishes were scarce but the main meal is rather large. Good time and more in the future.

    (4)

  • Ryan M.

    I went to honeypig after reading about it on blissful glutton's site. I am half Korean and have been to most solid korean restaurants in atlanta. (and we dont really have a lot of good ones) Honey Pig isnt a traditional korean bbq, its a very trendy, vibrant version. Cooking is on "lids" on gas stoves vs typical grills. These are representative of the old korean way of cooking where they cooked rice in large pots and cooked the meat on the lids on top. Honey Pig is a great place i've been to a few times now, its a long drive from ATL, but worth it for a meal. For good korean bbq, i would not go there, but if you've had traditional korean bbq before and want to try something new, check this out. Their bulgogi and kalbi marinate is not very good, that is why i say its not ideal for korean bbq seekers. It doesnt have enough sugar in it and the marinate isnt very noticed in the meats. The pork belly at honey pig is fantastic, make sure you let it cook down to an almost bacon-like consistency for the best flavor and texture. You will leave this place full, they offer up a soup after dinner and then make a kimchi fried rice using all the leftover food on the stove. Very filling. Save room for that. This place is clean, nice, and very innovative compared to most all korean bbq joints. I highly recommend a visit. Drink some Soju, but dont get the flavored kind, its terrible. Tastes like cheap fruity wine.

    (4)

  • toni s.

    I must say this place was quite unique. The atmosphere is awesome it's decor is great and the service was impeccable. The bathrooms are amazing in themselves. Back to the food. I ordered the pork belly They heat up this upside down wok on the table. They bring filtered water to the table in a carafe and of course I ordered a HITE Beer. Then started out with korean pancake, cold korean kimchee soup, delish green onion salad and several other sides. They bring out the porkbelly, whole kimchee, and spicy sprouts mushrooms and onions and garlic and place all on the wok. Cutting up the kimchee as they go. Then comes the lettuce and huge slices of pickled radish to wrap up the succulent pork belly. Of course you get bean paste and hot pepper paste. Then just as you are about to pop, comes the rice and octupus. They rap the octupus around the top handle of the wok to sear it and stir fry the rice with remaining sprouts and kimchee and some other veggies they brought out to make you an amazing fried rice they used some of the pork belly and octopus as well. Then they bring you a bowl of tofu stew. Next time I will try the ribeye. They also have a selection of soups, but the bbq was a great experience. I ate there on a recommendation by blissful glutten blogger Jennifer Zyman. So I had plenty to take home for my husbands appetizer before dinner. A must to try. Great place for a crowd. Oh yeah they wear wireless headsets and talk back and forth with each other so this makes the service what it is and a little button that you can ring for service.

    (5)

  • Brandon B.

    ah really good nice pork and kimchi really good service. its really good place for family and hanging out with friends

    (5)

  • Isabel Y.

    Went in a group to Honey Pig one Wednesday after work.. my first trip to the H-Mart/K-town area! More trendy atmosphere than traditional Korean BBQ. Prices are definitely still reasonable for all the food you get. Presentation is big here...loved seeing the octopus draped in the middle of the pot, that was pretty cool. Most importantly...the food is good. I love Korean BBQ because it is different from most usual restaurants, but Honey Pig just adds an extra something to make the experience even better.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 12

Specialities

  • Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : No
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Trendy
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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