Gogi

There are less than 10 great Korean barbecues in Chicago, and while a lot of people rave about San Soo Gab San, I’ve always felt they could care less about the customer. Gogi sets a new standard: high-quality ingredients, everything made in-house (that means at least 12 banchan, or veggie side dishes) plus friendly, helpful service more than willing to do the grilling for you. They also sell locally-made makgeolli (rice wine), and will make the sickest kimchi fried rice, right at your table.

Gogi

6240 N. California Ave., Chicago, IL 60659; (773) 274-6669