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Goon Korean BBQ - Collingwood

270 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

Recommended by 12 people

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270 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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+61 466 561 114
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Goon Korean BBQ - Collingwood

Collingwood locals steer groups straight here for tabletop feasts that feel more like a house party than a standard dinner rush. The room hums on early 2000s romcom energy—soundtrack included. Shared sets land with marinated short ribs, thick-cut samgyeopsal, crunchy fried chicken, and bubbling corn cheese. Diners rarely touch the tongs alone—staff jump in to work the grill grates, swap stories, and pour drinks. Tables linger late over sizzling hotplates and steaming tofu soup.

  • All-Inclusive BBQ Sets: Generous feast sets bundle cuts of beef and pork with fried chicken, corn cheese, steamed egg, and soup.
  • Hands-On Grill Service: Attentive staff assist directly with the tabletop grilling so guests can relax and socialise without cooking stress.
  • Throwback Soundtrack & Vibe: Nostalgic throwback tunes and a bustling courtyard space keep the room upbeat and relaxed.
  • Casual Walk-Ins & Lunch Deals: Bar seats accommodate spontaneous diners dropping in for speedy lunch deals and hot bibimbap.
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Why Diners Choose Goon Korean BBQ

What sets this Smith Street Korean barbecue favorite apart for shared feasts and welcoming hospitality

  • Nostalgic Throwback Energy

    The vibrant dining room pairs lively table cooking with a throwback soundtrack that channels the energy of an early-2000s cinematic romance.

    The atmosphere felt like stepping into an early 2000s romcom, with the perfect soundtrack to match.

    TAMSIN OTWAY (TAMS/N OTWAY)

  • Generous Tabletop Feasts

    Communal feasts feature well-marinated beef short ribs and pork belly cooked right at the table alongside generous spreads of kimchi sides.

    The meats are fresh, well-marinated and cook beautifully at the table. Perfect for sharing with friends.

    The Nik Take

  • Convivial Host Connection

    Floor staff regularly engage tables with conversational warmth and celebratory gestures, including pouring rounds of complimentary soju.

    The head waiter offered us a round of complimentary soju and took the time to chat with us and genuinely connect.

    Jed Wilson

  • Rapport Beyond Table Service

    Unpretentious, spirited service dissolves standard transactional boundaries, turning an evening dinner into an easygoing catch-up with friends.

    he began as our waiter, but we left as mates.

    Danny David

  • Extended-Family Hospitality

    Warm, personal treatment makes diners feel immediately included in the venue's inner circle rather than just another table turn.

    Most times, I've been you feel like an add-on to the family!

    dave w

  • Hands-On Grilling Support

    Staff take charge of grilling over the hot coals, eliminating the pressure or hesitation of managing premium cuts yourself.

    The staff came out and cooked the food for us !

    samuel crowley

Signature set menus, standout dishes, and hands-on hospitality at Goon Korean BBQ

  • BBQ Set Menus

    The bbq sets are very generous as they include stew, fried chicken, kimchi, sauces, corn and cheese, egg, salad, rice and the meat.

    Bianca Olgui

  • Korean Fried Chicken (KFC)

    The small serving of KFC was perfectly cooked and tasty, still very crunchy.

    Nita

  • Tabletop Grilling Service

    The staff came out and cooked the food for us ! The selection was so full of flavour, fresh and very generous in portions.

    samuel crowley

  • Beef Short Ribs

    Top picks: Beef short ribs, pork belly, kimchi sides. The atmosphere is buzzing, portions are generous, and the experience is always satisfying.

    The Nik Take

Other favorites

Complementary drinks and hot sides to round out your tabletop barbecue spread

  • Rice Wine

    The rice wine was very enjoyable.

    Brianna Bourke

  • Blue Cocktail Jug

    And the blue cocktail jug was very tasty, not too sweet.

    Brianna Bourke

  • Soju

    Generous servings and great sides not to mention the awesome Soju!!

    Robert Donald

  • Kimchi Soup

    Kimchi soup which was the perfect level of spice and flavor

    Kayla Brizo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures and attentive floor touches that elevate the tabletop feast.

  • Complimentary Soju Hospitality

    Waiters frequently pour rounds of complimentary soju and linger for spontaneous conversations, turning quick dinners into convivial celebrations.

  • Hands-On Grill Guidance

    Staff actively monitor the tabletop burners, laying down beef belly and spreading out marinated bulgogi to ensure meats cook evenly without diner stress.

  • Anticipatory Floor Care

    Floor staff anticipate dining hiccups before guests speak up, promptly replacing dropped chopsticks and retrieving fallen jackets unprompted.

  • Flexible Feast Customisation

    Bundled BBQ sets come with gracious kitchen flexibility, allowing diners to swap out default stews for spicy kimchi soup.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for getting the most out of your visit to Goon Korean BBQ.

  • Pace Yourself for the Set Menus

    Arrive with a generous appetite when selecting the BBQ sets; they come bundled with multiple cooked dishes including fried chicken, soup, corn cheese, and steamed egg alongside the raw meats.

  • Lean on Staff for Grilling Assistance

    If you are nervous about managing the tabletop grill yourself, the floor team actively keeps watch, starting cuts like beef belly and spreading marinated meats evenly.

  • Head to the Bar for Walk-Ins

    While the intimate dining room can get packed, solo diners or walk-in pairs arriving without a booking can often secure seats at the bar for a quick meal.

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