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Welcome to MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia

MOA Korean BBQ & Bar in Columbia offers a trendy and modern dining experience with top-notch Korean cuisine. The restaurant provides a unique atmosphere, impeccable service, and delicious dishes like beef bulgogi and bibimbab beef short ribs. Customers rave about the friendly staff, including servers like Peyton and bartenders like Amberly. The menu features a mix of traditional Korean flavors and innovative twists, making it a go-to spot for both regulars and newcomers. With a coffee bar, outdoor seating, and happy hour specials, MOA Korean BBQ & Bar is a must-visit for anyone craving a memorable dining experience.

MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia: Reviews & Ratings

Cyndi A.
Cyndi A.

Peyton our server delivered superior service which added to the total experience. The decor is modern classy and ambiance is very appealing. I love how they have a coffee bar. It's a pretty cool added feature. The best of all is their Korean lunch cuisine options. We enjoyed the beef bulgogi lunch box and the bibimbab beef short ribs. Check this place out. The food is 10/10 and we've visited Korean BBQ places all over.

Pete A.
Pete A.

Very comfortable bar. Friendly vibe! Bartender Amberly is a gem. Great and friendly customer service, and great mixology skills. This was my first time coming in, but this will definitely be a weekly go-to spot. Appetizers came out fresh, hot and very timely. I cannot say enough about the perfect first impression this restaurant has made.

Lollipop S.
Lollipop S.

Delicious food! Our server was super friendly. Also try their sister cafe, Nibl, for some GREAT desserts.

Martin D.
Martin D.

This place was really tasty but takes the record of the most expensive lunch I have ever had in my life. The service was great and the place was very clean. The price was so high though I can't see coming here more than once every 5 years for a super special occasion or if you really need to get out of trouble with your wife.

Andrew G.
Andrew G.

Our server Tim was fantastic. The food was wonderful. And for the price $90 of entry into K BBQ my wife and I were presently surprised for the amount of food you got. Will be going back for the experience and food!

Davis L.
Davis L.

Mower is legitimately one of the best restaurants in Columbia. It is run like a well oiled machine. The owner is fabulous and the restaurant is beautiful. I've gone several times for lunch but never for dinner, but I have heard that it is incredible for dinner as well. I've ordered the lunchbox as well as the bowl several times and love it every time. The pricing is extremely appropriate and you get more than you pay for! What a fabulous place and fabulous owner

O'Lyndria B.
O'Lyndria B.

The ambience is great, the good was as well. I did not care for the thicker cut, user error mostly. But all the thin cuts were delicious. The drinks were as well. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Definitely wait on the instructions and about the grill.

Crystal C.
Crystal C.

Kept seeing this place when I go to Soda City. Wanted some seafood pancake and decided to get it as take-out after the market the other day to go with my gimbap. The place is very clean, modern, and elegant. Menu looks great. They had a dessert section as well and everything in there looked delicious! Sorry forgot to take a photo of the kimchi and seafood pancake I got but it was good sized portion with good distribution of veggies and meat cooked in. Had good flavoring and was nicely packaged. It was still a little crisp on the outside when I got home. Husband got the vanilla crepe cake and that was nicely layered and not overly sweet. Like we were waiting for our food I was watching the service and they seemed attentive. People who ordered a meal got their own banchan (side dishes) on a separate tray with their food...I'm impressed since usually you have to share and people hardly come by to refill them. I will be back to try the actual BBQ next time.

Allie G.
Allie G.

Good for dinner! We made a reservation for Friday night, but probably could've just walked in. Our party of 5 was seated in a comfortable booth on the far side of the restaurant. The interior was spacious and modern, and we walked by a display case of frozen meat, which was kind of cool. For drinks, I ordered the Monotony in the Morning mocktail. It had kind of a bitter taste, so I would try a different one next time. For food, I decided to order a few appetizers/sides, so I could try a bit of everything - the Half & Half Korean Fried Chicken, Steak Tartare, and Corn Cheese. Service was a bit lukewarm, but the food came out impressively fast. The Korean Fried Chicken was awesome. The Soy Garlic was my favorite out of the two flavors, but the Sweet & Spicy was also very good. The portion size was perfect, as well. I also loved the side of Corn Cheese. Honestly, you can't go wrong combining corn and melty cheese. Highly recommend ordering this! The Steak Tartare was a bit of a wild card for me, but I was curious what the Korean take on this would taste like. It definitely had a Korean flavor to it, and I'd never seen the raw beef in the shape of noodles before. The dish was very unique, but I don't think I'd order it a second time. My friends all got the KBBQ Platter, which they loved, especially the Beef Bulgogi and Marinated Beef Short Rib. Would return to try more!

Keng L.
Keng L.

Located in downtown area. Good size dining area with outside sitting. Service was excellent and prompt. Ordered off the lunch menu and the portions were filing. Food was excellent.

Location

Welcome to MOA Korean BBQ & Bar in Columbia!

If you're looking for a unique dining experience that combines the flavors of Korean cuisine with a trendy bar atmosphere, MOA Korean BBQ & Bar is the place to be. Located at 1333 Main St in Columbia, SC, this restaurant offers a variety of amenities including outdoor seating, full bar service, and private dining options. Whether you're looking to dine in or take out, MOA Korean BBQ & Bar has you covered with their delivery and takeout services.

Customer reviews rave about the delicious Korean lunch cuisine options, such as the beef bulgogi lunch box and bibimbab beef short ribs. The modern and classy decor, along with the appealing ambiance, adds to the overall dining experience. Plus, the addition of a coffee bar is a cool feature that sets MOA Korean BBQ & Bar apart from other restaurants.

With friendly and attentive staff like Peyton and Amberly, you can expect superior customer service and great mixology skills at the bar. The fresh and hot appetizers, along with the delicious food options, make MOA Korean BBQ & Bar a must-visit spot in Columbia. And don't forget to check out their sister cafe, Nibl, for some amazing desserts.

While some customers have noted that the prices are on the higher side, the overall consensus is that the experience and food at MOA Korean BBQ & Bar are worth every penny. So whether you're looking for a special occasion dinner or a weekly go-to spot, MOA Korean BBQ & Bar is sure to impress with its vibrant atmosphere and delectable dishes.