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Matjoa Korean BBQ Restaurant is a premier Korean restaurant in Clearwater, FL, serving authentic Korean cuisine with a modern twist. Our barbecue restaurant offers a unique dining experience, where you can savor the flavors of Korea in a cozy and intimate setting. From tender Korean barbecue meats to flavorful kimchi and bibimbap, our menu features a wide range of traditional Korean dishes that will delight your taste buds. At Matjoa Korean BBQ Restaurant, we take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible, to ensure that every dish is bursting with flavor. Our chefs are dedicated to providing exceptional service, and our friendly staff will make you feel right at home. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a special occasion, our restaurant is the perfect destination. Located at 3580 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762, we're conveniently situated near you. Come visit us today and experience the bold flavors and warm hospitality of Korea!

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Alpha
Alpha -Google user
4 years ago
This is a new Korean restaurant, opened just a month ago and do see the business is doing alright. The stone bowl bibimbap is the best in the area. It is more authentic than the one I normally go to. Mandu is...Read More
Justin (saywhaa)
Justin (saywhaa) -Google user
5 months ago
So I didn't even really want to write anything about this place because I'm stubborn and don't want you all flooding this restaurant but they deserve a standing ovation. Matjoa Korean BBQ on ulmerton in front of Taco Bell is hands down a hidden...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Stone Bowl Bibimbop with Spicy Pork, Korean BBQ, Miso Soup
I B
I B -Google user
3 years ago
Amazing place. Was happy to live a tips. Worker were nice. You can choose all you can eat and you have 2 hours if you are hungry plus they give 2 free beers if you choose second option. Sadly there was no alcoholic options for...Read More
Jose F. Calandriello
Jose F. Calandriello -Google user
3 years ago
I recommend this place with my eyes closed. They have almost a year since opened their doors. I came to dinner with some friends for the first time one night in town. The attention directly from the mananger and a young man...Read More
Seck Lim
Seck Lim -Google user
a year ago
Worth a visit. The service is great and waiters are friendly. We ordered a few fimilar dishes like short rib kalbi, spicy pork, bipbimpap, and Jiang Jiang noodle. The bipbimpap has the burnt rice flake at the end which is classic. The spicy pork has...Read More
Jeremy Scanlon
Jeremy Scanlon -Google user
4 years ago
I travel a lot, and I have found many Korean Restaurants, but I have to say Matjoa is one of my favorites now. I’ve been here four times in two weeks to St Pete/Clearwater. Joe and the staff are great. Food is authentic and made...Read More
Gourmand
Gourmand -Google user
3 years ago
This is about as good as it gets for KBBQ. Note that if you dine as just 1, you can’t do an “all you can eat” KBBQ but can do one where you purchase 2 meats to grill. I did this. Beef brisket and pork...Read More
Trini Dang
Trini Dang -Google user
2 years ago
We got most appetizers. We orders miso soups, side dishes, jumbo corn dog, kimchi pancakes, and tteokbokki. The foods was good. We order mid instead of spicy. The breading on the corn dog was light and fluffy. My son love the corn...Read More
My Lam (Beefyfoodie)
My Lam (Beefyfoodie) -Google user
7 months ago
Really enjoyed the food and services here. The Korean BBQ grill is interesting. It’s nice since you get the entire table to yourself but the BBQ is separated and roll to your table. It has Al La Carte or AYCE options. The meat is thin...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Galbi, Korean BBQ, Cheese Grits, Steamed Egg
V Vo
V Vo -Google user
a year ago
Family owned and operated. This place survived through Covid, and is the 3rd or 4th restaurant that I’ve been in this location, but so far they’ve not only been the best restaurant located there, they have outstanding Korean bbq. Yes, there is better around the...Read More
Fred Hintenberger
Fred Hintenberger -Google user
3 months ago
This restaurant was surprisingly excellent! From the exterior, we were not expecting much, but we wanted to try something new, and it was a hidden gem. The food was delicious, bustling with flavor from homegrown ingredients, and cooked to perfection. The service was stellar, the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Stone Bowl Bibimbop with Spicy Pork, Dumplings, Korean BBQ, Miso Soup, Fried Rice
Andrew
Andrew -Google user
a year ago
This place is a hidden gem! The food was beyond delicious and the portions were absolutely huge! We ordered the meal for 4, with a combo of beef, pork belly, pork, chicken and shrimp! It was delicious! The sides, especially the kimchi and radish was...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Cheese Corn, Korean BBQ
Cesar E Quevedo
Cesar E Quevedo -Google user
a year ago
My wife and I went to this restaurant for the 1st time on 11/26/2023. Alvaro welcomed us and got us up to speed w/the regular menu, the BBQ menu and the Bar offerings. Chris was super helpful explaining the different dishes in detail and making...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Miso Soup
X H
X H -Google user
11 months ago
Great service. We ordered the Group A meal for 2 people. It comes with miso soup, steamed eggs, cheese corn, rice and all the side dishes. You get 3 meats and 2 additional choices. We chose brisket, spicy chicken, beef bulgogi, shrimp, and pork belly....Read More
Recommended dishes Cheese Corn, Korean BBQ, Miso Soup Parking options Free parking lot
Jaqunda Grubbs
Jaqunda Grubbs -Google user
3 years ago
Loved the food, and the service was awesome. Went to the area for my one year anniversary and drove out to find this restaurant after seeing the pictures and reviews. We ended up in so much traffic as we returned to the resort, but the...Read More
Davis Xiong
Davis Xiong -Google user
6 months ago
Stopped in with my wife for a late lunch. Wasn't expecting much, during my travels in Florida, haven't found any Korean food to "write home" about.Matjoa was a most auspicious surprise. We ordered our staples, seafood pancake, soondobu jigae and kalbi.First the bonchon they served...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes Galbi, Seafood Pancake
Becky Monte
Becky Monte -Google user
10 months ago
The banchan is served on 1 rectangular platter, in scoops, so we ordered a refill, since we're accustomed to mini dishes of each - fish cake sheets, kimchi, radish, potato salad. The order of cheese corn and steamed egg bowl were perfect for waiting on...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Stone Bowl Bibimbop with Spicy Pork, Korean BBQ Recommendation for vegetarians Somewhat recommend Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot
Rebekah Skinner
Rebekah Skinner -Google user
11 months ago
The food here is rich and full of flavor. We ordered Mandu, Donkatzu, Bibimbap, and a whole fried Mackerel. We loved every bite. Spiciest kimchi I've had in a while. The staff gave excellent service and looked happy to be there. Beautiful atmosphere. Every...Read More
Recommended dishes Stone Bowl Bibimbop with Spicy Pork
Samantha Gaebel
Samantha Gaebel -Google user
2 years ago
Overall, our experience at Matjoa was amazing. Cocktails were made to our expectation and service was wonderful. We ordered a few appetizers which included the seafood pancake. Highly recommend. Our dinner portions were generous. We brought home half our dinner and appetizers. I got the...Read More
DeRoshia Milton
DeRoshia Milton -Google user
2 years ago
Second time here bcuz the fresh hot food was absolutely amazing the 1st time I had to return. Hands down best spicy pork without making me cry tears. But it's not for the weak. Last time I had the ribs also well seasoned and tender....Read More
Sasi Zura
Sasi Zura -Google user
2 months ago
Really authentic Korean food with delicious side dishes. Get the LA galbi and yukgaejang… simply delicious.Service was great and prompt.10 out of 10 and you wont regret eating here!
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes Dumplings, Korean BBQ
Andrew Chen
Andrew Chen -Google user
a year ago
We come here almost every date night and it has always ALWAYS been a great experience. From the staff to the manager, everyone is so friendly and the food is just so good. My wife refuses to go anywhere else cause it’s that good. It’s...Read More
Jessica
Jessica -Google user
2 years ago
The Food here is truly amazing! If you’re looking for real authentic Korean bbq, look no further! Everything, from their wings, fried rice, even the sides of Korean potato salad is sooo good. The kimchi is to die for ! It’s fresh, spicy and tasty....Read More
Kenley Raye
Kenley Raye -Google user
4 years ago
Finally. A place with excellent service AND amazing food ! Went here for lunch and, did the Korean grill with pork belly and, scallops.Amazing ! The manager, Joe, was so good to us and, was very helpful in figuring out what to eat (as it...Read More
Yunsoo Kim
Yunsoo Kim -Google user
4 years ago
Having frequented many a Korean BBQ restaurant in my life so far, this HAS to be the best quality in town. Is it the fanciest atmosphere out there?Perhaps not. BUT you can tell they put a lot of love into what they do. FINALLY we...Read More
Melinda Wendt
Melinda Wendt -Google user
4 years ago
Apparently we were their first order on DoorDash order and there were some kinks to workout, so I'm thinking this review would be a 2 star at best. Then the food came and it was the best Korean food we have had in years, even...Read More
Lisa Tankeh
Lisa Tankeh -Google user
2 months ago
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Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Cheese Corn, Korean BBQ, Cheese Grits
Misti Swendson
Misti Swendson -Google user
2 months ago
I absolutely adored the ambience the laid-back nest the decor the atmosphere was great the people were great the owner Gilberto was amazing came out and greeted us himself we had the BaGobi beef w/ lettuce wraps and we got chicken wings plain, ...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Dumplings, Korean BBQ, Fried Rice, Steamed Egg Recommendation for vegetarians Somewhat recommend Vegetarian offerings Not sure Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot
Vinh Lu
Vinh Lu -Google user
5 months ago
We did not have good dinning experience. Meat was just okay compares to the many Korean BBQ I been to. Service was subpar. We have to ask multiple times to clear out some the the plates and bowls on our table. The most surprising is...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Arash Ranjbaran
Arash Ranjbaran -Google user
3 months ago
Overpriced, dirty and no ambianceDirty, almost filthy.... Not sure why food inspectors haven't shut this down. Terrible value for money, overpriced is an understatement. Service was rude, aggressive and offensive. Avoid at all costs... better food at the Wawa if you're really hungry.
Food: 2/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5Recommended dishes Korean BBQ

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