FINALLY! New Korean BBQ Restaurant Set to Open in Grand Rapids Next Week

Way back in March of 2023 we told you that a new Korean BBQ restaurant would be opening up on 28th St. - well, we know when that will be!

KPot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot is set to open at the site of the former Old Chicago restaurant next week!

When is KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot Set to Opening in Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is about to get West Michigan's first KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot!

KPot was founded in 2018 in New York and since has expanded to more than 25 states.

KPot shared to Facebook that the new Grand Rapids location at 3333 28th St SE will open Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024!

According to KPot's website, the new restaurant's hours will be Sunday through Thursday 12p.m. to 10:30p.m. and Friday and Saturday 12p.m. to 11:30p.m.

The Korean BBQ chain has more locations planned for Michigan too - in Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Lansing, and Taylor. There are already locations open in Novi and Sterling Heights.

Menu at KPot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot

The new restaurant will offer an all-you-can-eat experience with Asian hot pot and Korean barbecue menus.

KPot is "a unique, hands-on, all-you-can-eat experience" in which guests can cook their own food at the table on a grill or a simmering pot of soup.

For the Asian Hot Pot Experience, you'll pick your soup base from options like Thai Thom Yum, Szechuan Spicy,  Japanese Miso, Tomato, or Mushroom,

You'll choose from proteins like Sliced Pork Belly, Prime Brisket, Lamb, Kobe Beef, Sliced Chicken, Crab, Shrimp, and Mussels. The menu also includes items like Shrimp Dumplings, Fish Cakes, and Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings). Vegetable options include Shitake Mushroom, Fresh Corn, Broccoli, Daikon, and a variety of lettuces.

You'll also pick from a variety of noodles, then get to simmering up your own special dish.

For the Korean BBQ Experience, proteins include Beef Bulgogi, Short Ribs, Steak, Pork Cheek, Salmon, and Octopus. You'll pick from a variety of vegetables like Eggplant, Sweet Potato, and Zucchini.

Check out KPot's full menu here!

You'll also find a full bar serving classic favorites like Margaritas and Mojitos and also Soju-based cocktails.

For more of what KPot has to offer, check them out on Facebook!