The 29 top-rated bbq'd meats in West Town, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
Woodae Galbi is praised for its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, rich flavor, and perfect pairing with pickled radish and sauces.
Galbi jjim is praised for its fall-off-the-bone tenderness, rich flavor, and perfectly balanced sweetness, complemented by soft potatoes and mushrooms.
The bulgogi stands out for its tender meat and smoky flavor, consistently praised as one of the best in Chicago.
Braised short ribs are praised for their incredible tenderness and rich flavor, making them a standout dish at Mister Tiger.
Iron Age steak stands out for its meaty flavor and tenderness, making it a top choice among diners.
Pork belly is praised for its crispy texture and rich flavor, making it a favorite among diners.
Spicy pork is praised for its flavor and tenderness, though some found it too salty and portions small.
Spicy chicken features a rich gochujang marinade and cheese, but some found it bland and forgettable compared to other dishes.
Steaks are well-portioned and flavorful, but some found them tough or bland, with inconsistent cooking and limited meat selection.
Pork belly is praised for its tender texture and flavorful marinade, but some found it chewy or frozen and portions small.
Shrimp is fresh and juicy with simple seasoning, but many found it bland and difficult to eat due to the shells.
Beef brisket is praised for its flavor and marbling, though some found it frozen or too fatty, with limited side options.
Galbi is praised for its flavor and tenderness, but several found it lacking seasoning or quality, with mixed experiences overall.
Spicy pork is well-marinated and flavorful, but some found it chewy and not spicy enough, with bone fragments present.
The seasoned steak often disappoints with inconsistent quality, excessive saltiness, and rubbery texture, overshadowing its occasional flavorful moments.
The squid often turned out tough and bland, overshadowed by better choices like beef and pork.