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Hours
| Friday | 5 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 5 PM–12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 5–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–11 PM |
| Thursday | 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2325 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Phone: (408) 241-9658
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Reviews
Helen Kang
So so good. Seriously one of the best Korean BBQ spots in San Jose. Ilbunjee’s meat quality is honestly so good like tender, flavorful, and cooked exactly how Korean BBQ should taste. The banchan was amazing too, all fresh and so comforting.
You can really feel the care from the family who runs it. They’re incredibly kind, and the whole place has this welcoming, homey feeling that’s hard to find these days. It reminded me of the neighborhood restaurants in Korea so relaxed, inviting, and full of heart.
If you’re looking for a spot with delicious food and a genuinely warm atmosphere, definitely check out Ilbunjee.
… moreYou can really feel the care from the family who runs it. They’re incredibly kind, and the whole place has this welcoming, homey feeling that’s hard to find these days. It reminded me of the neighborhood restaurants in Korea so relaxed, inviting, and full of heart.
If you’re looking for a spot with delicious food and a genuinely warm atmosphere, definitely check out Ilbunjee.
Jennifer Youm
I’ve tried a lot of KBBQ and Ilbunjee has to be THE BEST I’ve had in the Bay Area! The quality is amazing and the beef was perfectly marbled. We tried a new menu item (potato seafood pancake) and it was delicious! The potatoes had the crunch of hash browns and the flavor was savory from the seafood and green onions. Don’t forget to order their KIMCHI NOODLES! It pairs perfectly with the grilled meats and the broth is so flavorful! To top off everything, the service was amazing! They refilled side dishes before we even needed to ask and even brought an extra pair of chopsticks within seconds after seeing one of us drop one! This is a great place to celebrate birthdays, have a date night, and get your KBBQ craving fixed. I’ll definitely be back very soon~
… moreJaewon Lee
Absolutely the best kbbq place I’ve had in Bay Area
Meat quality was amazing and the side dishes are amazing, (definitely get the kimchi noodles here)
The only thing better than the food was the service!!! It’s a smaller restaurant so the servers are very attentive and cook the meat perfectly for you every time
Can’t wait to come back
… moreMeat quality was amazing and the side dishes are amazing, (definitely get the kimchi noodles here)
The only thing better than the food was the service!!! It’s a smaller restaurant so the servers are very attentive and cook the meat perfectly for you every time
Can’t wait to come back
Mykala Castro
This is honestly the best korean barbecue I’ve ever had. I went here about a year ago with a friend, and we truly had the best time. The gentleman serving us was kind enough to help us pick out some items, warned us not to fill up on the really tasty rice (because everything else we had was equally tasty), and we were not disappointed! The food was made by his family and he explained that they had extremely high quality meats, and you could tell. Our server even cooked the meats for us because it was a slower time of the day.
Then when his family went to eat dinner in the middle of the restaurant, as they do presumably every day, he even shared his own dinner with us, so we could try it. I honestly have never been so impressed with someone’s service, that me and my friend (who have been servers ourselves) tipped him excessively and he deserved every bit of it.
Please support this small family business, they clearly put a lot of love into what they do, and like us- you will not be disappointed.
… moreThen when his family went to eat dinner in the middle of the restaurant, as they do presumably every day, he even shared his own dinner with us, so we could try it. I honestly have never been so impressed with someone’s service, that me and my friend (who have been servers ourselves) tipped him excessively and he deserved every bit of it.
Please support this small family business, they clearly put a lot of love into what they do, and like us- you will not be disappointed.
Rajesh Kariya
Went there with a person who knew what to order, so made it super easy. Sit back, cook and eat. Place was clean and servers were attentive and helping us occasionally cook and make sure we don’t overcook. Place was a bit cramped with smaller tables. Place a certainly not upscale or in an upscale neighborhood but the food is taste is worth it. Kimchi, cold potatoe salad and cold noodles were a great touch.
… moreDavid Murthy
Ilbunjee has quickly become my go-to Korean BBQ spot in the Bay Area. The meat quality here is on another level. It is super fresh, tender, and flavorful. Honestly, it reminds me of the best KBBQ places down in SoCal, which says a lot because that’s the gold standard.
The service is always spot on. The staff is friendly, attentive, and really makes sure you’re taken care of without being overbearing. It makes the whole meal that much more enjoyable.
I also love the atmosphere. From the authentic metal tables to the lively vibe, it feels like the real deal Korean BBQ experience. Everything is on point.
Menu-wise, you can’t miss with anything, but the kimchi cold noodles are an absolute standout. Perfectly refreshing and packed with flavor, they balance out the richness of the grilled meat so well.
The portions are generous, prices are very reasonable, and you always leave stuffed and happy. If you’re looking for top-quality Korean BBQ in the South Bay, Ilbunjee is number one!
… moreThe service is always spot on. The staff is friendly, attentive, and really makes sure you’re taken care of without being overbearing. It makes the whole meal that much more enjoyable.
I also love the atmosphere. From the authentic metal tables to the lively vibe, it feels like the real deal Korean BBQ experience. Everything is on point.
Menu-wise, you can’t miss with anything, but the kimchi cold noodles are an absolute standout. Perfectly refreshing and packed with flavor, they balance out the richness of the grilled meat so well.
The portions are generous, prices are very reasonable, and you always leave stuffed and happy. If you’re looking for top-quality Korean BBQ in the South Bay, Ilbunjee is number one!
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In A Nutshell:
-Ilbunjee #1is one of the older Korean restaurants in Santa Clara.
-I like the modern look they upgraded the interior to.
-If you come here to eat, I would get here by 5PM when they open due to the small parking lot.
-The 2 person beef & pork combo was the perfect amount of food.
-You get: Prime Ribeye, Sliced Prime Brisket, Berkshire Pork Jowl & Berkshire Pork Belly.
-In addition to their delicious, reloadable banchan, salad & ’99 fish cake soup.
Overall, pair the delicious meal w/ their super cold Cass beer & makgeolli for an amazing experience!
… more-Ilbunjee #1is one of the older Korean restaurants in Santa Clara.
-I like the modern look they upgraded the interior to.
-If you come here to eat, I would get here by 5PM when they open due to the small parking lot.
-The 2 person beef & pork combo was the perfect amount of food.
-You get: Prime Ribeye, Sliced Prime Brisket, Berkshire Pork Jowl & Berkshire Pork Belly.
-In addition to their delicious, reloadable banchan, salad & ’99 fish cake soup.
Overall, pair the delicious meal w/ their super cold Cass beer & makgeolli for an amazing experience!
Mike Cyberey
I was in Santa clara for work and we went out to celebrate a milestone. The food here was great, but the waiter went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. It is some of the best Korean BBQ I’ve had and the banchan was PHENOMINAl and likely homemade in house. He kept us with refills of the ones we liked and extra salad and rice. The prefix meal for 3 is a great value as you get huge portions of 5 different meats. I will definitely go here every time that I travel to Santa Clara.
… moreWei-Ai Tai
Small, minimalist Korean BBQ restaurant, located in a poorly designed plaza in Santa Clara. Meat quality is decent, but you have to cook on a small propane-powered surface that allows a lot of meat grease to be splattered on your small table, so don’t wear nice clothes to eat there. The parking lot is very small, and I would recommend street parking instead, as many food delivery drivers make it a nightmarish parking lot experience.
… moreMichelle Y
We ordered combo for 2, it contains both beef and pork. The meat quality was just okay considering the price.
The parking lot is small and parking is very difficult.
… moreThe parking lot is small and parking is very difficult.