A no-frills, regulars-favorite Korean BBQ spot in Flushing known for charcoal-grilled meats and generous banchan, with Time Out advising diners to arrive early or expect a wait.
149-24 41st Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
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Time Out's Best Korean BBQ in NYC guide advises visitors to "go early or be prepared to wait," noting that regulars tend to get preferential treatment for the limited seating.
The space is described as small with a no-frills, local-favorite atmosphere, meaning larger groups can face particular challenges getting seated during busy charcoal-grill service, per Time Out.
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Walk-ins: Walk-in, arrive early to avoid a wait
Daily 11am–10:30pm, per Time Out
No specific wait-time figure is reported, but Time Out advises going early or being prepared to wait, since the space is small and regulars get priority.
Not established from available sources — Time Out's guide does not mention a reservation system.
Walk-ins appear to be the norm, though Time Out notes arriving early is recommended to avoid a wait given the restaurant's limited, no-frills seating.