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Yeonga

1 Cobden St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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1 Cobden St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

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+61 494 552 837
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yeonga

A North Melbourne institution steps from Queen Victoria Market, Yeonga fires authentic in-table charcoal while attentive staff grill every cut for you. Queuing before the 5:30 PM opening is standard practice. Wagyu cuts hit the hot grate with serious marbling—no lifting tongs yourself while brisket, marinated pork neck, and thick cuts cook down to tender bites. Rim compartments encircling the grill pan bubble with corn cheese, fluffy steamed egg, and chewy rice cakes right beside the fire. Free banchan rounds keep arriving at the table alongside kimchi soups, beef tartare, and chilled bowls of noodles.

  • Table-Side Grilling: Staff manage the charcoal embers and grill cuts like wagyu and pork neck directly at your table.
  • Grill Rim Sides: Specialised pan rims bubble with corn cheese, steamed egg, and rice cakes right alongside the meat.
  • Refillable Banchan: Tables receive generous, complimentary banchan rounds that staff keep refilling throughout the meal.
  • Curated BBQ Sets: Multi-cut meat combinations pair with hearty stews, with cash student discounts offered for weekend lunch.
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The Yeonga Advantage

Why diners choose Yeonga for authentic Korean barbecue in Melbourne

  • Hands-on table grilling service

    Dedicated team members tend and grill the meats directly over charcoal at your table so cuts are cooked to precision without hassle.

    they even cook the beef for you at the table. That’s just so amazing. The way they cook is professional done as well.

    Wipawan Kradattong

  • Authentic in-table charcoal grilling

    Authentic charcoal embers provide distinct, smoky heat to high-grade wagyu and marinated cuts right at the table.

    They specialise in charcoal grilling, which gives the meat a deep, smoky flavour you don’t get from regular BBQ.

    Yan Lai

  • Pan-rim compartments for hot sides

    Specialised outer compartments around the barbecue plate sizzle corn cheese, fluffy steamed egg, and chewy rice cakes alongside the barbecue.

    I love the value of the set menu and the O- ring experience which included steamed egg, corn cheese and grilled tokbokki.

    Brittany

  • Abundant sets with refillable banchan

    Generous multi-cut barbecue sets are accompanied by continually replenished, fresh complimentary banchan.

    Side dishes were fresh and kept getting refilled, and the service was efficient even though the place was busy.

    Sherry Shen

  • Effortless dining without cooking stress

    Diners can completely unwind and enjoy their meal without stressing over undercooking, overcooking, or burning premium cuts.

    Easy to order, and if you’re worried about your cooking skills, one of the staff can help you.

    Global Adventures

  • Reassuring care for dietary needs

    Attentive staff go the extra mile to review menus and safeguard dietary restrictions, ensuring a worry-free gathering.

    They carefully went through the entire menu with us and even crossed off all items containing peanuts, which gave us great peace of mind.

    Gordana Janev

Signature cuts cooked at your table over authentic charcoal

  • Wagyu

    The marbling was great, super tender and juicy without being too greasy.

    Sherry Shen

  • pork belly

    My personal favourites were the pork belly and the spicy seafood soup.

    Eric - Localmingo

  • ox tongue

    The premium ox tongue was tender, juicy and full of flavour.

    Shi

  • marinated Angus beef

    We also tried the marinated Angus beef and pork belly, and both were delicious.

    Shi

Other favorites

Complementary hot dishes and pan-rim accompaniments

  • corn cheese

    The cheesy corn had an amazing cheese pull

    Yan Lai

  • steamed egg

    the steamed egg was light and fluffy

    Yan Lai

  • bibimbap

    Bibimbap and seafood tofu soup were also good.

    it's Emma

  • kimchi soup

    we got kimchi soup which is amazing, not too spicy and lots of meat plus tofu!

    Minh Tuong

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service touches and distinct tabletop details that elevate your dining experience

  • Mother’s Day Celebration Drinks

    For special celebrations like Mother’s Day, tables are welcomed with a complimentary celebratory drink upon arrival.

  • Individual Allergy Menu Review

    Staff provide attentive, proactive care for diners with severe allergies, carefully reviewing every dish and crossing off allergen-containing items across the menu.

  • Integrated Rim-Grill Side Compartments

    The tabletop charcoal grill is built with dedicated outer compartments that slowly simmer fluffy steamed egg, cheesy corn, and rice cakes alongside the grilling meats.

  • Table-Side Meat Grilling Service

    Rather than expecting diners to manage cooking temperatures, dedicated staff cook and tend your beef cuts over the hot charcoal directly at your table.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, table cooking service, and dining pacing at Yeonga.

  • Book Ahead or Arrive at Opening

    Yeonga draws queues right from its 5:30pm opening and on peak evenings. Booking in advance or arriving right at opening helps secure a table without waiting.

  • Let Staff Handle the Grill

    If you prefer not to manage the charcoal grill or worry about overcooking premium cuts, table staff actively grill and cook the meats for you.

  • Pace Your 90-Minute Table Session

    Dining sessions feature a 90-minute table limit with charcoal ready on arrival, and sets come with refillable banchan and rim-cooked sides like steamed egg and cheesy corn.

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