# Korean BBQ in Bukit Merah

Korean BBQ buffets in Singapore cost about $15–19++ for a weekday lunch and $25–30++ for dinner, typically with a 90-minute limit. À la carte KBBQ with premium beef (hanwoo, wagyu) costs considerably more. Add about 19.9% for service charge and GST on "++" prices, and expect higher weekend and public-holiday rates.

## Key facts
- Listings: 23
- Matched to a government licence/register: 3
- Median years in business: 11

## Prices in Singapore
Per-adult buffet prices from published menus and 2025 roundups, before service charge and GST unless stated nett.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buffet, weekday lunch | S$14.90–S$18.90 per pax | e.g. K.Cook, I'm Kim |
| Buffet, weekend lunch | S$18.90–S$24.90 per pax |  |
| Buffet, dinner | S$24.90–S$29.90 per pax | Fri–Sun and PH eves at the top of the range |
| Buffet with free-flow seafood (student-campus outlets) | S$18 per pax, nett | Teng Sheng weekday lunch |

## How to choose
- Check the time limit (often 90 minutes) and food-wastage charges before ordering a buffet.
- Weekday lunch is the cheapest slot by a wide margin – often $10 less than weekend dinner at the same place.
- Smoke extraction matters: ask whether grills have downdraft or overhead hoods if you are heading somewhere afterwards.
- For halal, a few KBBQ chains have MUIS-certified outlets; verify the specific branch.

## Listings (top 23)
- [Seoul Garden Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/seoul-garden-hotpot), HarbourFront · 1 Maritime Square, #02-03/04 · 1 min walk from Harbourfront MRT
- [llaollao VivoCity](https://lookup.sg/biz/llaollao-vivocity), HarbourFront · 1 HarbourFront Walk, b2 04a · 1 min walk from Harbourfront MRT
- [The Gogi](https://lookup.sg/biz/the-gogi), Bukit Merah · 321 Alexandra Rd, #02-01 Alexandra Central · 10 min walk from Queenstown MRT · SFA licensed · registered 2015
- [Song of the Prince](https://lookup.sg/biz/song-of-the-prince), Bukit Merah · 161 Bukit Merah Central · 8 min walk from Redhill MRT · registered 2011
- [Walnut Tree (Hodunamu)](https://lookup.sg/biz/walnut-tree-hodunamu), Bukit Merah · 2 Everton Prk · 2 min walk from Outram Park MRT · SFA licensed
- [Blue Garden Korean BBQ and Seafood Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/blue-garden-korean-bbq-and-seafood-restaurant), Tiong Bahru · 50 Tiong Bahru Rd · 3 min walk from Havelock MRT · SFA licensed
- [The Butcher's Dining](https://lookup.sg/biz/the-butchers-dining), Tiong Bahru · 593 Havelock Rd, #01-03 · 2 min walk from Havelock MRT · registered 2020
- [Bigmama Korean Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/bigmama-korean-restaurant), Tiong Bahru · 2 Kim Tian Rd · 3 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Tiong Bahru Market](https://lookup.sg/biz/tiong-bahru-market), Tiong Bahru · Tiong Bahru Market, 30 Seng Poh Rd · 3 min walk from Havelock MRT
- [Hot Plate Western Food](https://lookup.sg/biz/hot-plate-western-food), Tiong Bahru · Tiong Bahru Market, 30 Seng Poh Rd · 3 min walk from Havelock MRT
- [家羊地 - Jiayangdi - Bbq/烧烤 (Havelock)](https://lookup.sg/biz/jiayangdi-bbq-havelock), Bukit Merah · 741 Havelock Rd, #01-741 · 4 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Soon Lai BBQ Fish](https://lookup.sg/biz/soon-lai-bbq-fish), Bukit Merah · 120 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-57 · 11 min walk from Queenstown MRT
- [Cafe LightHouse](https://lookup.sg/biz/cafe-lighthouse), Bukit Merah · 77 Indus Rd, #01-525 Indus Garden · 7 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Bc Super Western Food](https://lookup.sg/biz/bc-super-western-food), Bukit Merah · Blk 26 Jln Membina · 5 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Fu Xing Charcoal Hong Kong Roasted Delight](https://lookup.sg/biz/fu-xing-charcoal-hong-kong-roasted-delight), Bukit Merah · Fu Kang Coffee Shop · 8 min walk from Redhill MRT
- [Shenton Way Golden Bridge Roasted Chicken Rice 珊頓道金橋燒臘雞飯](https://lookup.sg/biz/shenton-way-golden-bridge-roasted-chicken-rice), Bukit Merah · Stall 1 Fu Zhu 132 Coffee Shop · 9 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Seoul Garden Buffet](https://lookup.sg/biz/seoul-garden-buffet), HarbourFront · 1 Maritime Square, #01-65 HarbourFront Centre · 1 min walk from Harbourfront MRT
- [Leng Kee Bbq](https://lookup.sg/biz/leng-kee-bbq), Bukit Merah · Blk 6 Jln Bukit Merah · 10 min walk from Queenstown MRT
- [HuaXia DongJi Restautant](https://lookup.sg/biz/huaxia-dongji-restautant), Tiong Bahru · 253 Outram Rd · 3 min walk from Havelock MRT
- [Viking Kings](https://lookup.sg/biz/viking-kings), HarbourFront · Sentosa Boardwalk, 6 Sentosa Gtwy · 7 min walk from Harbourfront MRT
- [Yakiniku Warrior](https://lookup.sg/biz/yakiniku-warrior), Bukit Merah · 164 Bukit Merah Central · 9 min walk from Redhill MRT
- [Chingu BBQ Korean Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/chingu-bbq-korean-restaurant), Bukit Merah · 729 Havelock Rd · 4 min walk from Tiong Bahru MRT
- [Barbeque Pits @ The Interlace](https://lookup.sg/biz/barbeque-pits-the-interlace), Bukit Merah · 202 Depot Rd · 15 min walk from Labrador Park MRT

## FAQs
### How much is Korean BBQ buffet in Singapore?
Most KBBQ buffets cost $14.90–18.90++ for weekday lunch and $24.90–29.90++ for dinner, per 2025 roundups. With 10% service charge and 9% GST, a $28.90++ dinner works out to about $34.65. Children are usually charged less, and weekend, eve-of-PH and PH rates are higher.

### Is there halal Korean BBQ in Singapore?
Yes, a few Korean BBQ restaurants hold MUIS halal certification. Certification is per outlet and Korean marinades can contain alcohol-based seasonings, so verify the branch on the MUIS directory or MuslimSG app and look for the original certificate.

### What does "++" mean on a Singapore menu?
"++" means a 10% service charge and 9% GST will be added. GST is charged on the service charge too, so the multiplier is 1.1 × 1.09 = 1.199 – a $50++ meal costs about $59.95. IRAS lets restaurants that levy a service charge show pre-GST prices, but they must state prominently that prices are subject to GST and service charge.

## Sources
- IRAS – Displaying and quoting prices (GST): https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/basics-of-gst/invoicing-price-display-and-record-keeping/displaying-and-quoting-prices
- MUIS – Certified Eating Establishments: https://muis.gov.sg/Halal/Halal-Certification/Certified-Eating-Establishments

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.