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BBQ King

280 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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280 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 493 550 100
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About BBQ King

Forget polite grazing—BBQ King dominates King Street with two floors of high-heat, all-you-can-eat tabletop grilling. Grills fire wall-to-wall under a ticking 90-minute clock. CBD regulars skip the small talk and head straight for marinated beef, thick pork cuts, and baby octopus. The dinner sushi bar works alongside the hot buffet lines, slicing fresh rolls while meat hits the flames. Coats tuck into hollow drum seats to dodge the haze, and servers patrol the floor to swap charred hotplates without waiting to be asked. Feasts wind down with piles of fried chicken and bowls of banchan before the time limit hits.

  • Endless Grill Spread: Load up on marinated beef, thick pork cuts, baby octopus, and fried chicken across a massive self-serve spread.
  • Dinner Sushi Bar: Fresh rolls and hand-pressed nigiri made live on the floor offer a rare counterpoint to the smoke.
  • Proactive Grill Swaps: Attentive staff swap out blackened grill plates throughout your sitting without needing to be flagged down.
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Why BBQ King Stands Out

Why diners flock to BBQ King for all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue in Melbourne CBD. Secure your table early to skip the queue.

  • Live Dinner Sushi Station

    Beyond beef, pork, and seafood for the tabletop grill, diners enjoy an in-house sushi bar where nigiri and sushi rolls are made and continuously refreshed right before dinner guests.

    Their sushi station is by far the most impressive, having hand made dishes made in front of you.

    Malcolm Young

  • Massive Feast of Meats and Hot Dishes

    The all-you-can-eat buffet features extensive options including marinated beef, lamb, pork jowl, fresh seafood, Korean fried chicken, and classic street dishes like tteokbokki.

    got tons of hot food, sushi and high quality meat to choose from! The meat is so good, fresh and tender, and well-marinated as well!

    jennyinmelbie

  • Smoke-Free Storage Drum Seating

    Hollow drum seats open up so guests can securely stow coats, jackets, and bags away from table smoke and grilling splatters during their session.

    impressed with the seat in where you get to put your bags and jackets. Always good if you don't want those to come out smelling like marinated meat.

    Jordon Gan

  • CBD Lunch Buffet Value

    A lower-priced weekday and daytime lunch tier offers Melbourne CBD diners access to high-volume hot Korean comfort foods and barbecue buffets without paying dinner rates.

    $39.90 for lunch and you get unlimited Korean BBQ, fresh sushi, Korean hot dishes, DIY noodle cup, salad bar and a dessert station

    Jessica B. G.

  • Proactive Tabletop Grill Swaps

    Service staff routinely monitor tables and proactively replace charred grill plates without diners having to summon or flag down waitstaff.

    Staffs check and change bbq grill for you every ten minutes, you don’t normally have to call them for doing that.

    Lin

  • Lively Interactive Energy

    The high-energy two-level layout and interactive tabletop cooking create a bustling atmosphere ideal for group celebrations and casual catch-ups.

    Despite the bustling crowd, it created a lively, energetic vibe with chatter and laughter filling the air.

    Phil Padilla

From sizzling marinated meats and live-rolled dinner sushi to rapid grill maintenance, these standouts define the feast—reserve your table in advance to skip the queue.

  • Live Sushi Station

    I especially enjoyed the live sushi station at dinner — fresh and tasty.

    Ling Xin

  • Proactive Grill Plate Swaps

    The staff were friendly and quick to replace the grill, making the whole dining experience even better.

    Sophie Nguyen

  • Marinated Beef

    The marinated beef was my favourite

    clover cheng

  • Tteokbokki

    the tteokbokki and kimchi stew are proper Korean comfort food

    Jessica B. G.

Other favorites

Explore the sweet finishes, savory comfort sides, and odor-protecting seating details that complete the feast—book your table ahead and come hungry.

  • Corn Cheese

    the corn cheese is dangerously addictive

    Jessica B. G.

  • Ggulteok

    ggulteok (super yum I ate a lot)

    Emily

  • Korean Icy Poles

    Korean icy poles. Cold, sweet, nostalgic, and absolutely necessary after a serious meat session.

    Jay Cao

  • Under-Seat Storage

    impressed with the seat in where you get to put your bags and jackets. Always good if you don't want those to come out smelling like marinated meat.

    Jordon Gan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful operational details that elevate the feast—book your spot ahead to secure your table.

  • Live Sushi Station Interaction

    During dinner service, a dedicated sushi station prepares fresh nigiri and rolls right in front of diners, supplementing table barbecue with made-to-order Japanese options.

  • Complimentary Birthday Celebrations

    Guests dining on their birthday are treated to celebration perks, including a complimentary meal and a free birthday cake from the floor team.

  • Odor-Safe Cylinder Seating

    Hollow drum-style chairs provide enclosed personal storage, letting diners stow bags and outer layers securely away from barbecue smoke and marinade aromas.

  • Unprompted Grill Plate Swaps

    Attentive floor staff conduct proactive sweeps every ten minutes to swap out charred grill plates without guests needing to signal for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Yes, table reservations can be made online or in advance and are strongly recommended, particularly for Friday nights and weekends when long queues and wait times are common.

Is there a dining time limit or food waste policy?

Dining sessions run on a standard 90-minute time limit that starts as soon as you are seated. Diners are encouraged to take only what they can finish, as fees apply for leftover food waste.

What is the difference between lunch and dinner buffets?

Dinner and weekend buffet spreads feature a dedicated live sushi station with freshly made nigiri and rolls, which is generally not available during standard lunch sessions. Lunch offers a more affordable daytime rate, including a hot-food-only option on weekdays.

Where can I store bags and jackets to avoid smelling like smoke?

The venue features hollow cylindrical storage drum stools where you can store your jackets, bags, and coats to protect them from grilling smoke and meat aromas.

What are the parking and public transit options?

Street parking around King Street can be challenging, though paid street parking and paid parking lots are available nearby. Guests often find it easiest to take public transport, with Southern Cross and Flagstaff stations just a 5- to 10-minute walk away.

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