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I’ve got a searing hot take: Korean BBQ in Singapore can absolutely hold its own against the motherland. Sure, nothing beats the buzz of Itaewon or Gangnam when you’re elbow-deep in sizzling meats, but when those cravings hit here, we’ve got plenty of solid options. Case in point: Hanjip Korean Grill House.
Stroll along Clarke Quay and you’ll spot Hanjip’s sleek black-and-gold façade; step in and you’ll find one of our little red dot’s largest KBBQ restaurants.
Spanning over 5,000 square feet, the space is swanky without feeling stuffy, furnished with comfy seats, tables small and large, plus 7 private dining rooms equipped with in-room grills and TVs. Top it off with an extensive selection of premium meats and mains, and tell me this isn’t the ideal spot for a feast!
Now, Hanjip’s giving us even more reason to swing by. With a refreshed menu of all-new meat cuts, seasonal specials and elevated takes on Korean classics, they’re doubling down on what they do best.
What I tried at Hanjip Korean Grill House
Some days call for mid-day indulgence, and Hanjip’s variety of Executive Lunch Sets (from S$16++) are made for just that. Each comes with a hearty main, classic banchan — think refreshing kimchi, soy-pickled radish, crunchy stir-fried dried anchovies with peanuts and more — plus free-flow coffee or barley tea.
While the concept isn’t new, they’ve rolled out some tempting additions and here’s what we feasted on.
First up, we had the luxe cousin of bibimbap: Korean Abalone Pot Rice (S$30++, U.P. S$35++). The dish arrived sizzling, rice tucked beneath a blanket of onion and zucchini cubes, seaweed shreds and glossy abalone, all crowned with a perfectly fried egg.
What a brilliant mix of flavours and textures this was! The warm rice made for a fluffy backdrop to the crunchy onions and crisp zucchini, punctuated by the briny saltiness lent by the roasted seaweed. A rich abalone liver sauce tied everything together, enhancing the sweet marinated abalone — each slice soft, chewy and kissed with a light char, practically begging to be savoured.
Clad in red was our next dish: the Spicy Pollock Roe Stew (S$28++ all-day), which bubbled away in an earthenware pot.
Within, we unearthed beansprouts, enoki mushrooms and a truckload of pollock roe and pollock milt.
Full-bodied and steeped in the savoury-sweetness of gochujang and fresh pollock, the broth won me over at first sip. Also enjoyable were the noodly milt bits, which offered a springy textural contrast while the roe delivered bursts of graininess. I’ll admit I’m not usually big on roe, but I can see fans buckling at the knees for this one.
Comfort in a pot, the Busan-style Pork Bone Rice Soup (S$22++, U.P. S$25++) could give a steaming bowl of porridge a run for its money. Its velvety broth was robust with the essence of pork bones, mingling well with tender pork belly slices. The silky yolk- and ikura-topped Wagyu Beef Pot Rice (S$32++, U.P. S$36++) was also impossible to pass up, starring succulent wagyu cubes that fittingly teased the spread to come.
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Then came the star of the show: proper Korean BBQ — because, hey, Hanjip’s called a Grill House for a reason.
We kicked things off with some Hamachi Carpaccio (S$30++), where silky pink slices of hamachi sashimi were fanned out over a tangy, citrusy sauce. Light and refreshing, it eased us right into the groove.
Next came the showstopper: the Hanjip Platter (S$198++). A spread worthy of its name, this was a neat showing of USDA Prime Ribeye, USDA Prime Shortribs, Kurobuta Pork Belly and Marinated Pork Collar.
We sat back as a staff member took the reins, watching in awe as he flipped, sliced and plated each cut with practiced finesse that made it look like choreography. Bonus points to the overhead suction hood, too, as we smelled fresh as ever throughout the meal.
I was utterly blown away by the Marinated Pork Collar right off the bat. This cut was glossy and nicely caramelised, each bite carrying a sweet-savoury depth lifted by a hint of smokiness from the lightly charred edges.
The Kurobuta Pork Belly came close behind, its golden lean-to-fat ratio rendering into juicy bites flicked with crisp char thanks to the steady kiss of charcoal. Rounding things out were the USDA Prime Ribeye and Short Ribs, both faultless classics that delivered on meaty satisfaction.
Needless to say, the Japanese Wagyu Ribeye (A5 Kagoshima, 100g, S$98++) knocked it out of the park. With intricate marbling laced through the massive slab, it promised it’d floor me before it even hit the grill.
Sure enough, it lived up to every bit of that promise. Buttery and melt-in-the-mouth tender, each strip was utterly indulgent. Paired with a dab of wasabi (shaped into an adorable sakura dollop, no less), this easily made for one of the best wagyu experiences I’ve ever had.
Next, the Wagyu Oyster Blade (MS6 Australia, 150g, S$48++) delivered a different kind of magic. Thinly sliced and seared swiftly, it struck the sweet spot between tenderness and bite. Silky like shabu shabu and layered with delicate fattiness, this cut melted into a moreish richness that made reaching for seconds all too easy.
No KBBQ is complete without bites to share, and Hanjip delivers with the likes of fluffy Steamed Egg (S$12++), meaty braised Jokbal (S$35++) and crispy Snow Cheese Korean Fried Chicken Wings (S$28++) dusted in addictive bburinkle powder, among many.
I was especially impressed by the hearty Ginseng Chicken Soup (S$38++), brimming with chicken that fell apart at the tug of my chopsticks. The Spicy Chicken with Cheese (S$35++) was also pure indulgence, with chicken chunks and chewy tteokbokki smothered in sweet-spicy sauce over molten mozzarella.
Finally, we cooled off with some Bingsu Shaved Ice (S$20++), starring a fluffy mound of snow-like ice laced with a milky sweetness that reminded me of White Rabbit Candy. This quintessentially Korean treat is topped with seasonal fruits, and I’d say we lucked out with the juicy mango that came with ours — a perfect frosty finish to our meal!
Final thoughts
I said what I said: you don’t need a plane ticket to treat yourself to top-tier Korean BBQ, and my feast at Hanjip Korean Grill House only confirmed it.
With to-die-for premium cuts and a formidable line-up of authentic Korean mains, this spot really is the whole package — perfect for feasting with family and friends, or perhaps even spoiling yourself after a long day. Not to mention, the cosy space makes it easy to lose track of time, and thoughtful touches like full-service grilling keep the stress (and smoke) off your shoulders.
Here’s a cherry on top to seal the deal:
From 15 Sep to 30 Nov 2025, SETHLUI.com readers can snag a complimentary Wagyu Oyster Blade (U.P. S$48++) with a minimum spend of S$100++. All you’ve got to do is book your table via Chope using code SLXHANJIP, and flash this article or our reel!
Now, if that’s not a solid excuse to clear your calendar and gather the crew for some meaty indulgence, I don’t know what is.
Expected damage:
- Lunch: S$20 – S$52 per pax
- Dinner: S$60 – SS$80 per pax
*This post is brought to you in partnership with Hanjip Korean Grill House.
