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At a lane corner off Dabei Road, this barbecue restaurant drenched in Seoul street vibes is Shilin Night Market's very own “queuing miracle.” Weekday or weekend, getting a taste of that sizzling pork belly without a reservation is nearly impossible. Its most endearing trait is a generous fear that you might leave hungry: lettuce wraps and a wide range of Korean side dishes are all free to help yourself to. Surrounded by neon light and K-Pop, you can feast on meat and take big swigs of CASS; that instant sense of being whisked to Korea is the secret behind its 4.9-star Google rating.
● Seafood Pancake
The seafood pancake is fried until its edges are golden and crisp while the center stays soft. Inside are shrimp, squid, and bok choy. The seafood brings freshness and bounce, while the vegetables lighten the batter, making the contrast between crisp exterior and tender middle especially clear. Eat the slices as they are or give them a light dip in plum sauce for a sweet-tart note. It is an easy dish to share between rounds of barbecue.
● Korean Fried Chicken
The Korean fried chicken uses thigh meat shaped into near-round pieces. Each piece is coated in a sweet yangnyeom-style sauce and sprinkled with white sesame seeds. Even sauced, the crust retains its crunch, while the boneless chicken inside stays tender and juicy, making it easy to pick up and share. The sweet aroma is immediately appealing and makes a good counterpoint to the savory grilled meat.
● Osaka-Style Long-Cut Beef
Spread across the cast-iron grill, the Osaka-style long-cut beef is strikingly long and needs to be cut into two sections before it fits comfortably. Marinated in garlic and the house sauce, it stays tender and juicy even after browning. Its thickness keeps the center from drying too quickly. Cut it into smaller pieces and enjoy the marinade on its own, or add lettuce and kimchi so garlic, meat juices, and crisp vegetables unfold together.
● Salted Thick-Cut Pork Belly
Salted Thick-Cut Pork Belly wins on thickness and sheer substance. The seasoning is restrained so the pork itself remains the focus. First let both sides set and brown on the grill, then cut it into bite-size pieces and keep turning to render excess fat and form a fragrant char around the edges, making it taste less greasy. Pair it with sauce or kimchi, or wrap it in lettuce with bean sprouts and wakame for added crunch and tang.
Build the meal around Osaka-Style Long-Cut Beef and Salted Thick-Cut Pork Belly as the beef-and-pork anchors, then add Seafood Pancake and Korean fried chicken for grilled, pan-fried, and deep-fried textures on one table. Thick cuts take longer, so put them on the grill first and share pancake or chicken while you wait. As the meat nears doneness, cut it smaller and turn it over, alternating bites with lettuce and side dishes to give the whole meal a better rhythm.
- Location:台北市士林區大北路 7 號, from Exit 2 of Shilin (士林站), about a 6-minute walk.
- Type:À la carte Korean barbecue, fried chicken, pancakes, and raw marinated dishes.
- Highlights:Thick-cut pork belly in multiple flavors; lettuce and Korean side dishes are self-service according to current house rules.
- Good for:Groups of friends, meat lovers, and diners who like controlling the grill themselves.
📌 Editor's Wrap-up
新山韓國烤肉 has held its ground in Shilin's fiercely competitive dining district on more than Korean-style decor; its commitment to ingredient quality matters just as much. At a time when a casual snack run through the night market can easily cost several hundred dollars, this is a polished option with air-conditioning, atmosphere, and all the lettuce and side dishes you can eat. The 80-minute dining limit can feel a little rushed, but when you tuck a crisp, garlicky slice of pork belly into fresh lettuce, the satisfying rush makes the wait feel worthwhile. This uncle heartily recommends it as a Shilin gathering spot.
