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Welcome to Five Spice BBQ

Five Spice BBQ, located in Cary, NC, is a standout destination for Korean BBQ lovers. With a diverse menu featuring high-quality, marinated meats and fresh seafood, diners can enjoy an interactive grilling experience. Highlighted by enthusiastic reviews, the restaurant’s fried gyoza and expertly cooked dishes like shrimp and pork belly receive frequent praise. The attentive and friendly service complements the clean, inviting atmosphere, ensuring a memorable meal. Diners appreciate the variety of options available, allowing everyone—from picky eaters to adventurous foodies—to find something delightful. At Five Spice BBQ, it’s not just a meal; it’s a culinary adventure worth savoring.

Five Spice BBQ: Reviews & Ratings

L J
L J

Went for Christmas Eve dinner with an even larger party and enjoyed ourselves as usual. We loved the fried Gyoza and chicken wings. Everything on their menu was yummy

ILYA Kovalyov
ILYA Kovalyov

Very delicious, very clean, cery friendly restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised there is a Korean BBQ where you have a frying surface with all you can eat! For just 35 per person we could eat a lot of high wuality marinaded/fresh meat with extremely delicious cooked sheimps, broccolies, mushrooms, and fried rice! The workers are super friendly and caring, and are always willing to help. It was extremely clean when we visited! I highly recommend to check out this place if you wanted to have aome interactive experience! Meat cuts are great and you can try all sorts of stuff! I wish they had tomatoes though ;)

Dana Cusick
Dana Cusick

Went here on my birthday and brought 5 additional people so my meal was free and they brought out dessert for me with a candle! Aside from that, we went for lunch and the food was AMAZING, service was EXCELLENT and everyone that worked there was so kind and attentive! The meat and seafood was fresh and delicious as were all of the side dishes. There was something for everyone, even the picky kids. We will definitely be back!!!

M Zacs
M Zacs

This is the best of the Korean BBQ restaurants in the RDU area. While it may be bereft of kitschy robots or a hipster address (it’s tucked away in Cary strip mall purgatory), this restaurant focuses on the important things, and knocks them out of the park - consistently. The service is nothing less than on point. Food comes out quickly, almost as fast as you can order it, and the grills are promptly replaced as soon as needed. The wait staff understands that, in order for a self cooking experience like this to work, everything needs to be immediately available, on time, and in proper sequence. The focus is on ease of experience, and they get it right. Even when ordered out of sequence or in a large bulk order, food items are sent out correctly. To test this, I purposely ordered a mass of meats and vegetables for grilling first, sent the order, then ordered several appetizers and dim sum in four separate individual orders, then asked for drinks. The kimchi, pickled radish, and soup arrived just after the drinks, and then the dim sum and meats and vegetables for grilling arrived, allowing us to eat while grilling. We placed several more orders for dim sum, meats and vegetables, and they all came out promptly, along with appropriate grill changes. This ensured we could cook, eat, and then order more food in a serial fashion without a gap in time between, allowing us to enjoy the experience seamlessly without worrying about technical details, or trying to order while still eating. The food is excellent all around, high quality, and there are a lot of choices. This is the true strength of the menu, in my opinion, as it allows each guest plenty of options to tailor their individual experience. There are lean, plain vanilla options like fillet and chicken breast, to fatty options like pork belly and marbled beef, to foodie options like shrimp with heads on. Weirdos like me can suck the juice out of a freshly grilled shrimp head then down some crispy pork fat saturated in soy sauce, and normal people, like my wife, can eat plain ol chicken and steak, cooked well done. The meat, thankfully, is not over seasoned nor too salty, which is a common issue at many restaurants. Instead, they serve it with several delicious sauces as well as soy sauce so that each diner can control the salt and seasoning content of their food. The dim sum is varied enough and well executed and therefore should be mentioned here as well. Excellent food, excellent service, focus on experience, five stars all around - even without the robot.

Jess Lin
Jess Lin

Yummy bbq!!! They changed out our grill very frequently and were very attentive. The food was delicious and they had a huge selection of options, including dim sum!

Laura Boatman
Laura Boatman

An unexpected experience! It's a cook-it-yourself sit down buffet! Had a wonderful time and overall, we would rather come here and have fun than go to a steakhouse! The food was amazing!

Ocean_ Lover4000
Ocean_ Lover4000

This is from yesterday, I came with me family for a special dinner. I wanted to try a different Korean BBQ place. It is quiet and nice, you can hear yourself think, it can be pricey, however I recommend it. It is a Great place to take your family to, for a date or an occasion. I loved the sesame ball they were a new try and they were so good! Everything was good. I hope to be back in the future!

Sam Milstead
Sam Milstead

Went for my birthday with 5 friends and a 2 year old. The birthday and cold specials are great! Even without that i would come back as the food was amazing, tons of options, attentive staff, quality meats, and you can call to make a reservation. Definitely a good value for the money.

Location

Welcome to the culinary haven of Five Spice BBQ, located at 1065 Darrington Drive in Cary, NC. This delightful establishment has quickly become a favorite among locals for its delectable offerings and interactive dining experience. With a focus on high-quality ingredients and a commitment to cleanliness and excellent service, Five Spice BBQ brings the vibrant flavors of Korean barbecue right to your table.

As you step inside, you're greeted by a friendly atmosphere that sets the stage for an enjoyable meal. Patrons rave about the variety available on the menu, from savory fried gyoza to succulent chicken wings. L J, a satisfied customer, describes their experience as consistently enjoyable, while others like ILYA Kovalyov highlight the all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ feature, which allows diners to cook their chosen meats and vegetables right at their tables. It’s an immersive experience that showcases quality marinated meats alongside fresh options like shrimp, broccoli, and mushrooms.

The service at Five Spice BBQ is nothing short of exemplary. Guests have noted how attentive and friendly the staff are, ensuring that every need is met promptly. Dana Cusick celebrated her birthday with a group and was greeted with complimentary dessert—a testament to the thoughtful touches that elevate the dining experience. Your meal is accompanied by a selection of sides and sauces that allow you to customize each bite, catering to a variety of tastes, whether you’re a fan of lean cuts or something richer.

While some might overlook its location in a Cary strip mall, M Zacs assures us that Five Spice BBQ outshines many competitors with its precision in service and the quality of its food. The efficient system implemented by the staff allows for a seamless dining experience that lets you focus on enjoying your meal rather than the logistics of ordering.

The culinary highlights at Five Spice BBQ extend to the extensive selection of dim sum, bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. With something for everyone—including options for picky eaters—you're bound to find a dish that delights your palate. As Jess Lin puts it, “Yummy BBQ!!!” hints at the true essence of this eatery—a celebration of rich, grilled flavors paired with interactive cooking that transforms each meal into a memorable experience.

In conclusion, Five Spice BBQ represents the very best of Korean BBQ dining, combining high standards of food quality with a welcoming atmosphere and attentive service. Whether you’re here for a celebratory outing or a casual family dinner, this restaurant promises to deliver satisfaction with every bite.