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How embarassing to take a large group of friends here for dinner -quality of food has definitely gone down hill (explains why the restaurant was almost empty). The portions have gotten staggeringly small. we ordered a 28.00 ribeye that was literally 8oz of meat. I complained to our server and nothing was done about this. it is preposterous. The management didn't do anything to correct the situation and this is during a meal for over 11 people and a sizable bill at that.. Feels like the restaurant management is trying to nickel and dime you throughout your entire meal (the small dishes provided with the meal were mediocre as well). Very disappointed and not coming back again. Much better food, quality,and value to be found at BCD Tofu House or Kunjip.

I was taken here by a Korean friend. We had the saeng galbi, and it was delicious, as were all of the numerous side dishes. Really, the food here is terrific by any standard (and I have visited Korea). This place is a few blocks up from K-town, in a more boring-looking area, but it is better than just about anything in K-town. Madangsui is a little pricey, and the decor is slightly less exciting than many other Korean restaurants (the plastic-wrapped sample entrees behind the glass just inside the front door were probably not a wise choice), but these considerations are minor. Highly recommended.

My husband and I went here the other night for dinner. There certainly was more than enough food for two and if we were going home, we could have brought it with us. However, when we arrived no one asked if we had ever been there before. After we were seated and our order taken, a server brought out about a dozen small plates with various items on them. I had to ask 2 people before I found out what we were supposed to do with this food. It turns out that they really are meant to be condiments, which did indeed add to the food ,which we thought was quite good, but some direction would have been helpful. We will surely return.

We read all the reviews looking for a first time Korean BBQ place that would not treat us badly for being totally clueless. We picked this one and were not disappointed. The service was fantastic. Everyone was attentive, patient, and very willing to explain (sometimes again and again for the brain-dead). The food was wonderful. We had the Yang-Nyum Galbi- short rib and the Dweji-Bul-Go-Gi- pork. I'm sure there may be other places some more experienced diners may like better, but we were stuffed and completely satisfied. Fun and an excellent experience.

After reading the reviews, I decided to take my family out here this afternoon for lunch. Contrary to the others who have reviewed this restaurant, I did not order any meat but purchased "budaejungol" and "bibimmyun." The bibimmyun was tasty, but the budaejungol tasted very greasy and was not spicy at all! In addition, the banchan varieties were lacking and tasted bland. The service was also sub-par, and we had to make several requests to get a refill of water or banchan. Overall, I was not impressed by this restaurant and will not be frequenting here again in the future.

Last week a friend brought me here. It was my first visit to Madangsui, and I was very impressed! Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. We order both BBQ pork and the ala carte beef - they were perfectly done, very delicious!!! The portion was huge - well worth the money. The quality was top notch. I cannot wait to go back again.

I heard some good things about the place so I took a chance and brought my colleagues here for dinner. I am so glad we went because their BBQ was outstanding! plus all of their side dishes including egg stew and dan jang gee gae, so yummy! They will also cook for you unlike some other places. BBQ portions are very satisfying and it's worth the price. All my colleagues who are non Koreans were so pleased, they've been back many times since the first visit. I can't wait to go back and try more BBQs.