Oshibi in York

Second time visiting and bringing friends along but sadly 2 were ill at very short notice but the staff were so kind allowing us to order food to take away despite being towards end of service. Even gave us some soju to help those unwell recover!! We will be back every time we visit York.

The owner is great! tasty! Enough quantity!

tasty! Beef is delicious! Quantity!

Nice place to eat. This was our second time we had eaten here whilst visiting York.

First time trying here and Korean food ,Was there for a friends birthday celebration(12/13 people in total) absolutely amazing food everything was moreish, service top notch and all the staff there are some of the nicest I've ever come across with such a sweet dog too, would highly recommend

For BBQ buffet, wait 30 mins STILL NOT SERVE. They just want to waste your buffet time. DONT COME OR YOU WILL REGRET

Absolutely fantastic place with great ambience, food and service. Can’t recommend enough especially for the Korean food fans like my missus.

Pros- authentic nice food Cons- we had quite a long wait time for our food to arrive, since there was only one chef

amazing food!! very welcoming atmosphere too :)

Fantastic restaurant - unfortunately we’ve not taken any pictures as I was too busy eating everything. The BBQ was delicious, the atmosphere was so nice and the little dog was so cute. We’ll definitely return another time.

Went for my birthday and the food was delicious. Can’t fault the service and I will definitely be back.

We stumbled on Oshibi on our first night in York and are really glad we did. In a small space in the rafters, you're first greeted by the friendly staff and a friendly little dog. The food is delicious and fresh - we had the kimchi pancakes and tofu with japchae noodles and tofu with fried rice. The kitchen is right by the restaurant so you can see the food being made. Kimchi pancakes were brilliant and the tofu tasted especially fresh. Really glad we found it!

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La comida es fabulosa! Sugiero el bulgogi bipbanbap o los fideos de camote. Tengo la barriga llena y estoy muy feliz! : )

super accommodating and extremely tasty food (beef bulgogi, bulgogi bibimbap and spicy squid) - the staff were really friendly and gave us free soju shots for my friends birthday :) definitely coming back again

Anyone who's read my reviews before knows I'm a huge fan of authenticity. I believe there's something special about trying a dish, which you know is the genuine article... The real deal. I felt this when I went to Little Italy on Goodramgate (another restaurant in York). But one venue that has recently stood out to me for its authenticity is Oshibi Korean Bistro & BBQ. Tucked down an alley on Fossgate, Oshibi sits in the attic of the same building that Batanga (a Mexican restaurant) calls home. Once there, your attention is quickly drawn to the small size of the venue. It's pokey... Intimate... Cosy, even. But this only adds to the welcoming atmosphere. The service is lovely. When you walk through the door, you're greeted by a small dog (I want to say she's a Shih Tzu, but I can't say for certain). When I visited with my girlfriend, not long ago, I counted maybe eight or nine tables, each with four seats (give or take). I'd say there's room for maybe 30 to 40 people at any one time, all being served by two attentive waitresses (and the little dog, of course). Some of the tables have a hot plate built into them, so you can cook your own meat. However, my girlfriend and I decided to leave it to the professionals when we made our visit. We started with the Kimchi Jeon (kimchi pancakes), which were excellent. They had a lovely, warm kick of spice and beautifully crispy edges. Afterwards, we moved onto the Kimari (deep-fried seaweed spring rolls), which tasted very fresh. The taste was reminiscent of the smell of the sea. I didn't dislike it, but I felt the Kimari paled in comparison to some of the other dishes we tried. We then had the Honey Buttered Chicken, which, I have to say, we had a fairly good idea of what it would be like. It was crispy, warm, and comforting. After that, we tried the Japchae (stir-fried noodles) with tofu and vegetables. This dish, if anything, was a welcome palate cleanser after all the strong flavours we'd been experiencing up to this point. Finally, we had the Tukboki. And oh my word... I felt as though the dish had been created with me in mind. I'm sure Tukboki is nothing of the sort, but to me, it tasted like a Korean lasagne. It was stodgy, hot, and wonderfully filling. I believe they fill a dish with rice cakes or fish cakes and cover it in a gochujang sauce. We also added cheese to it (hence my comparison to a lasagne). Needless to say, I left Oshibi with a full stomach, rosy cheeks, and the unwavering desire to go back. I would heartily recommend it to anyone who's looking for York's hidden gems.

First time trying Korean food, a small cosy restaurant hid away from the busy street. Run by a really friendly team with a little dog. Great tasting authentic food with lots of flavour. If you're not sure what to have, just ask, and they'll explain the menu. Would say this place is a little more expensive than what we'd usually pay, but glad we had the opportunity to try it.

The sweet potato noodles were the best I've ever had, definitely going to have to return.

Amazing, cozy, place. Stunning food

Always amazing! We've been several times and it never disappoints. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is great and the staff are really friendly. Definitely recommend the bingsoo and honey butter chicken! Bit hidden away but worth a visit.

Very good! Miller is so so cute!

Muy buena comida muy sabrosa. El servicio era rápido y eficiente, sin duda volvería aquí de nuevo realmente lo recomiendo este lugar

Vine por una obra. Excelente comida sabrosa. Podría haber sido más claro sobre la opción de barbacoa, pero aún así disfrutamos mucho de mi comida.

Gran trabajo, buen servicio y buena comida. No hicimos la barbacoa por nosotros mismos, sino que desearíamos hacerlo. Lo recomendaría como grupo. Pulgares arriba.

Great food and a nice experience. Make sure you ask for the BBQ at the start.

Amazing food, great service. Highly recommend

Brilliant. Loved the experience. Beef was amazing.

This is a very awesome hidden gem! The food is amazing, the vibe is cozy, and the staff are highly attentive! Definitely a recommend. (PS: Give the doggo some love!)

Excellent food and fast service. Really enjoyed our time here and would 100% recommend it to anyone who wants Korean food in York.

A true hidden gem! Oshibi has a lovely relaxed atmosphere, gorgeous food and the service was truly faultless. Would definitely recommend.

We pre-booked Friday night due to the great reviews. Was not disappointed, we were treated to some lovely service and friendly hospitality. My partner had the bulgogi bibimbap with friend egg, very fresh and great portion. I had the BBQ buffet. The condiments were lovely, the meat was fresh and marinated. All the meat was delicious and very tender. Highlight was the beef and the spicy pork. You can order as much as you want and was such fun cooking our own food on the table. Really loved the experience of taking lettuce and filling it with lovely meat, rice and kimchi. They also brought a few tasters to our table during the BBQ which was a lovely touch. Definitely want to try the fried chicken next time! We want to go back as was one of our favourites dining experiences. Great value and this family run restaurant is a little gem that you need to try.

Really cozy place. Friendly staff. We went for the BBQ buffet with different banchan (side dishes). Great quality food - personal favourite is the marinated pork belly 🫶🏽🫶🏽 아주 좋아요💜💜💜

Delicious food and a homely atmosphere! The service is very good and the cocktails are tasty too. I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a cosy meal in within the centre of York! They also have an adorable dog :)

Really enjoy BBQ buffet. Delicious food, really good service. Highly recommend.

The food was delicious, we had the bbq buffet which had lots of different bits. The cocktails were also very good and well priced.

Went with 4 other people, so much food between us and it was all brought out quickly, and when ringing the bell to ask for more food they brought it out with smiles. Will definitely be coming back again with family!

Lovely hidden gem just off Fossgate. The staff are lovely and there's the cutest little dog too! Incredible food and generous portions. Must visit if you like food!

Wonderful service and even more customer service

Lovely place with amazing food, staff are all very friendly and its a great place to go with friends

Really wanted to come here for years but I'm coeliac/gluten free and I wasn't sure I'd be able to. My partner called ahead and spoke to the owner on the phone who assured us they could accommodate gluten free and he remembered I was coeliac when we arrived. Absolutely lovely meal, favourite experience in York in a long time, can't wait to come back with more friends.

Great food, nice intimate restaurant with very friendly and informative staff on hand to help whenever!

Food was lovely and excellent service

Excellent food Friendly staff - will return

The food was incredible, we had the bbq and it was wonderful. The staff where amazing and we all had a lovely time.

Lovely food and atmosphere, fun experience cooking own food on the table. Waitress Lilia was super friendly and helpful. Would recommend!

Amazing food and atmosphere, we really enjoyed cooking our food on the table BBQ. The waitress Lilia was so lovely and helpful.

good for value! unlimited meat and seafood platter for £25 😻 also on top of a lot of side dishes!!!

Very friendly staff. Food is delicious !

Fantastic food and lovely staff. We opted for the buffet, which was £25 per person. Some of the meats you cook yourself, while other dishes are already prepared for you. The food just kept coming, with some extra surprises from the kitchen as well. If you ask for more, the staff are more than happy to keep it coming!

Attentive service, very tasty Korean bbq and a nice relaxed atmosphere! I would recommend. Thank you

Food was great. Service was great. Had dog. 10/10.

I recently dined at this wonderful Korean restaurant, and I must say it was a fantastic experience! The food was absolutely delicious, with each dish bursting with authentic flavours that truly captured the essence of Korean cuisine. From the perfectly seasoned bulgogi to the crispy, flavourful kimchi pancakes, every bite was a delight. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Their warm hospitality added to the overall experience, making us feel very welcome and comfortable. And, to top it all off, the restaurant had the cutest dog! This adorable addition added a unique charm to the place, making the atmosphere even more enjoyable. If you’re looking for a great meal with excellent service and a touch of cuteness, this Korean restaurant is a must-visit!

Lovely place, people and food. Come here so often, always get the honey butter chicken, and the little dishes they bring with the kbbq are always amazing 😍 cannot recommend this place enough, love it

i really liked the bulgogi! the service was amazing too :)

Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Would highly recommend

We had the bulgogi beef and the sauce was awesome. The fried veggies were really tasty!

Wonderful food, very friendly staff and excellent service. Our favourite place to eat in York!

Best Korean Buffet Restaurant that I have tried. I tried the korean buffet in Leeds and Newcastle as well. Oshibi York offers a great selection of meat. The best value Korean buffet and service is 5 stars!

I made an attempt to book 3x by calling the number given on google over the past 2 weeks, no answer. The phone number on the website does not exist There is no online booking form and I sent enquiries online about a booking. Since I was so keen to eat here, I turned up. The waiter asked me if I had a booking, I explained I didn’t and why. He said they were fully booked which was fair enough. I asked how I might book so this doesn’t happen again since I had tried to and he said he wouldn’t explain it to me until after he had taken some orders with a real arrogant ‘stop wasting my time’ tone. Real shame as now the way I was treated in a 20 second exchange has put me off eating here for ever. The setup was nice and I’m sure the food was lovely - just wish I had figured out how to book it so I can try it!!

This place is a hidden gem. We had the Korean bbq and it was incredible! Unlimited food for 25 per person, the meat was so flavourful and you can ask for more whenever you want. The owners/staff were so lovely it genuinely felt like we were in their living room in the best possible way! Half price drinks before half 6, incredible. Will be going back as often as I can.

Excellent restaurant, great food and a wonderful atmosphere. Soju and bbq is an incred combo you can't beat i

I love this place They are amazing, such lovely people and food ten outta ten every time x one of the best restaurants in york hands down 👍

I tried their food delivered a few years ago and have dreamt of their Honey Butter Chicken ever since... But this was nothing compared to eating the food in the restaurant. It has a relaxed feel and everything is freshly cooked and hot when it arrives. We had a mixture of things and just shared them. The vegetable dumplings were crispy and moreish. The honey butter chicken was so tender and delicious. It was even better than I remembered! Yang nyum prawns were big with a crispy batter and an amazing spicy sauce. We loved the kimchi too, you can tell it's homemade. I can't fault anything. The staff were attentive and we will definitely be back.

We visited recently for my daughter's birthday. We have been several times over the last few years, but we were really disappointed unfortunately on this occasion. It has changed and not for the better! We were confused by the different menus, one for a BBQ buffet and the other for non BBQ food. Three of us got non BBQ food and the other two went for the BBQ. Just to add here that the BBQ costs £25 per person. We asked for one set of the 5 protein and one set of just beef. The girl said I'll bring you all 5. Er ok. A bit strange as my son only wanted beef. When it came it was all 5 protein but barely enough of each for one person. We ended up ordering two lots of extra beef which we were then charged for, making it a very expensive evening!! We were also seated on the big table for 5, it was under an open window and there seemed to be about 2 air conditioners blasting on to it, not only was it chilly but the food got cold really quickly! My daughter is studying Korean at uni and has been to more Korean restaurants recently in Sheffield, and she was shocked by the price and quality, and how the restaurant seems to have become a victim of its own success unfortunately. We were just left feeling quite disappointed as we've had some lovely nights here before.

The beef was great but the food has greatly increased in price since the last time we came. Very disappointed at the prices as we spent ~£36 per person for a tea.

Buffet option was great value. The food was excellent. An authentic and cosy atmosphere.

The family who own and run the restaurant were so accommodating and friendly. They seem like genuinely lovely people and went out of their way to help my disabled gran to have as easy and enjoyable an experience as possible. The food was absolutely delicious (we especially enjoyed the kimchi, beef, fried chicken, cucumber salad and radish wraps). Thank you for the wonderful meal.

My son and I discovered Oshibi above a Mexican restaurant and decided to give it a go. I am so glad we did. We opted for the Korean BBQ Buffet which comes with 5 proteins - bulgogi, mixed seafood, spicy pork, sliced pork, and chicken teriyaki. Not wanting to waste food, we asked for just the spicy pork and bulgogi. We were each served a dish of each protein to cook at our table, along with rice, lettuce wraps, kimchi, red bean paste, and spicy mayo. In addition, the kitchen kept gifting us delicious bites, including a cucumber kimchi salad, sweet and sour chicken, dumplings, fried kimchi pancake and a wonderful vegetarian lettuce wrap with pomegranate seeds. We finished with a wonderful strawberry boonsai to share. This, along wiht a Korean grape soda and a large glass of red wine totaled 80 pounds. Will definitely return the next time we are in York, which I hope is very soon.

Amazing place! Almost don't want to share about it so I'll always get a table!

My partner and I were visiting York and wanted somewhere to eat, we were going to visit and alternative venue but found out that it was cash only so came here and we wearnt disappointed! Oshibi is a little bit tucked away but worth hunting down! It was a quiet night so it was just ourselves in the restaurant but it never felt awkward and the team were so welcoming, we were also greeted by a lovely small dog who was very sweet, well trained and would occasionally just come over and lie down near us. The staff checked a few times that we were okay with the dog but we love dogs and were more than happy for the company. We looked at the menu and were told that they were doing a new offer also of an all you can eat bbq for £25pp, my partner and I both chose this and can't express how happy we were with the food. We were given plates of meat to start cooking as well as rice, dipping sauces, kimchi and pickled salad. Throughout the evening we were also bought hot dishes by the kitchen team such as fried chicken, kimchi pancakes, lettuce wraps with large thin slices of pickled raddish and fried dumplings. We had several more plates of meat and finished the meal satisfied. Despite our better judgement (based on how full we were) we decided to try and squeeze in a dessert and went for the traditonal bingsu and honestly we don't regret a thing! We got the bingsu to share and it was so light, delicious and refreshing. Even my partner who is a picky eater enjoyed both the main and dessert and tried lots of new things! I would confidently reccomend oshibi to anyone for their fantastic food and service.

The owner is very nice and the food is delicious.

Loved it here. Such a small and welcoming space to eat , the staff are so lovely and always ready to help. Amazing food I loved the experience of being able to cook my food. Does Korea proud. Also the little diner dog was very cute and friendly just adds to the amazing restaurant experience.Thank you.

Great place with superb, fresh food and excellent service. Good atmosphere. Something a little different. Highly recommended and we shall come again.

Really enjoyable dinner with my wife. We dropped in looking for something fun, different and with fresh tastes. We were not disappointed. Good value, generous portions but most importantly great food with good service. Recommended and we shall be back!

Lovely wee hidden gem in York. Well worth a visit. Bibimbap with beef was lovely.

Fantastic meal, welcoming treatment from the staff.

friendly staff, variety of options including table bbq and very tasty food, best japche in York! They even had a small dog that was friendly

We had a great time here, I wasn't sure what to expect but the BBQ grill was fantastic. Be warned they will keep bringing dumplings and such out for you. Be prepared to leave stuffed.

Upon our search for interesting halal places to eat during our stay in York, we soon came to realise that our options were so limited. Which is quite unfortunate. However, this Korean BBQ place looked so tempting and i’ve always wanted to try it so we tried our luck and called up. The owner was so lovely on the phone and said they didn’t normally serve halal meat however if we booked a table for the following night they would personally go and get some for us!! How lovely!? Who does that? So we explained our dietary requirements and booked in excitedly for the following night. The restaurant is off the main road and up and couple of flights of stairs so could possibly be a little tricky to get to but with the help of google maps, we didn’t find it too difficult. Upon arrival we were greeted by the owner and his lovely little dog milo who is super friendly, my little one had a great time playing with him. If you are uncomfortable with dining with a dog around they are more than happy to take him away. The restaurant is a small family owned business with what I believe is autentic korean food. We were served the korean bbq with halal chicken and beef, a variety of banchan (sides) and dips. My dream of being in a kdrama grilling my own meat was making me excited at this point. You are given a grilling place and seperate tongs for raw and cooked meat. Everything tasted absolutely delicious and I couldn’t fault it. I guess to get things perfect though, you would have to have some prior experience of how to cook your own meat. If you’re not so comfortable with this, there is a giant menu of other things you could try. My elder daughter had the kimchi fried rice and said it was the best shes ever had! Once we finished with our main we were offered the dessert menu, we saw an unfamiliar name “bingsu” and questioned what it is. When we were told it was a sort of shaved ice cream - we HAD to try it. We went for both the original and strawberry flavour. OMG OMG - think tasty snow melting in your mouth. The bingsu was so GOOD we went back to just to have it again after a couple of months! Korean pancake was divine too. Worth visiting even JUST for the bingsu! Trust me!!

We have very good dinner . Ordered BBQ buffet , every things was soooo good and the staff give us more food than that . excellence service and the staff feel very nice and helpful . Feel like a warm family. 服務

We go to Oshibi every time we are in York and are never disappointed. As soon as you walk in the door it feels like you are a part of the family. We chose to cook on the BBQ and were served the most delicious assortment of meats, vegetables and side dishes. Through the meal we were also brought some free surprise dishes like fried chicken and dumplings. We cannot recommend Oshibi enough, and our one regret is that we can't come to York more often to eat there.

Had such a lovely dinner here. We got the BBQ buffet. Loved Milo the dog. The service and food was amazing. Will be coming again. :)

Amazing food, amazing staff. Everyone was lovely, miss milo the dog

Lovely food and atmosphere! So so impressed by the service at this place. I’m going to recommend to all my friends.

Had a lovely dinner here. We went in for their BBQ buffet which was pretty good value for money and the food was pretty good too. The seafood was a bit bland but otherwise everything else was spot on. The service was really good, the staff were really friendly and helpful.

Lovely place to eat, staff were lovely.

Very disappointed with this restaurant. I agree with other reviews about the environment comparing it to a warehouse (also the table and chairs are quite sticky; when I asked for a take away box is with water, in this case I was not sure if it was washed and reused), but generally happy to accept this with the expectation that the food must be exceptional. Sadly, the food was subpar and overpriced. We ordered 1 rice thing + 1 soda drink for each, but in total our meal for two came to over 50 pounds. We even had to pay an additional 3 pound to include an egg with our bibimbap - something we've never had to do at other korean restaurants (even in London!) I am afraid if it is not about the profit but egg tolerance, I would be only asked if I wanted an egg or not than charging 3 pounds if I wanted one. I would not recommend visiting.

Great food, my family really enjoyed it. Only thing I would say is the portion sizes are quite small :)

Undercooked chicken!!!! Went for my birthday meal seeming this place had great reviews but not always the way, very small room for a restaurant, when sat down explained to the host that we are new to Korean BBQ and just let the poor young lad to serve our table he was only young and forgot a good few things for the table not his fault but when the food arrived the bbq meat was nice I wouldn’t say 21 quid worth but it was okay came with 6 very small trays when they arrived didn’t explain what any of them where or what to do with the BBQ my Mrs ordered the honey and butter chicken which when I pointed out was undercooked to the host explained its the way the chicken is marinated was taken off the bill and my Mrs made herself throw up in the toilet wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone sorry

Went for dinner last week, perfectly cooked And seasoned food. Owners are nice and the staff are helpful. Recommend beef bibimbap.

Visited Saturday (11/11) night as a couple and the whole experience was a huge disappointment. We ordered the Bulgogi, the Yang Nyum Chicken, two portions of boiled rice. Service: Waitress was polite but not very attentive.The place was almost empty and she took almost 10 minutes to come and take our order. Also, two young men that work in the kitchen could be seen laughing and giggling at times as if they were on a school break, which is not very professional for customers to see given that part of the kitchen can be seen from the dining area. The two dishes were not delivered together (not even the rice). First came the bulgogi and then we had to wait around 4 minutes for the rice and another 5 for the chicken. Food: The Bulgogi was okay, but that's the minimum one can expect. Chicken: Not fried on the spot (as one might expect) which reduces the quality and consistency significantly. From where I was sitting I could see chicken being taken out of the oven (it had been pre-fried and then warmed up - at least it was not put on the microwave). The portions of rice are tiny (and cost £3.95 each!). But if they were at least good, I would not complain... However, the rice had the taste, appearance and consistency of microwaved rice, not something that came straight from a pot or rice cooker. Atmosphere: The place is tiny and the kitchen can be seen from the dining area. However, this does not imply the atmosphere cannot be made cozy and pleasant. Depending on where you sit it looks like you are in a warehouse or a teenager's messy bedroom, as random carton boxes and other stuff can be seen lying around. In total, with the food aforementioned + two cans of coke I paid £47,00. Certainly a ripoff, definitely not coming back or recommending it.

Although it’s small, the food was amazing & the staff were super friendly!

Echt een heel goed restaurant. Voelt heel huiselijk en echt super klantvriendelijk. Ik zou het zeker aanbevelen. 10/10 !! Het maakte onze huwelijksreis naar York compleet!

First time trying Korean food, very tasty, had a go at cooking it at the table, enjoyed it but not sure if I would do that again, the other dishes we had were lovely so would have prepared dishes next time.

I’ve visited Oshibi before a couple years ago and previously really enjoyed it so decided to visit again when I was in York. While the food is tasty, the portions have become unreasonably small for the price that you pay. I was in a party of 4 and we ordered two kbbq sets, a fried chicken, and a beef bibimbap with fried egg. You get two choice of meats in each kbbq set but the portions were tiny and the banchan plate was meagre at best. Though we paid a whopping £2.95 extra for the fried egg on the bibimbap, the egg yolk was entirely over cooked and not runny at all. We enjoyed the fried chicken the best but the plate only comes with five small pieces and it’s portion is more akin to an appetizer. The bill came to £90 but unfortunately we all left feeling hungry. With the huge selection of eateries in York, there are plenty of better options and I won’t be returning to Oshibi.

This was our first visit to Oshibi and it wont be the last . It was also our first encounter with authentic Korean Food The whole experience from the menu to the bill was great Lovely food , lovely people

Food was amazing. Service impeccable. When we next come to York we will definitely return.

Food was great. Service impeccable. Will return when we are next in York. Kids loved it. Had a wide variety of choices.

I really hate writing a bad review but this place has gotten so much worse! It’s insanely expensive for the portion sizes and you have to add rice onto dishes which are already £12-14?! To top the experience off I saw one of the kitchen staff come up the stairs with frozen chicken from Lidl. Not worth the money at all.

Incredible, authentic, high-quality Korean BBQ. We adore this place and have dined here a couple of times now, and each time I leave, I am satisfied but depressed knowing it will be a while before I go back again! 🤣 If you've ever been curious about Korean cuisine just take the plunge and book yourself a table (crucial to pre-book as whilst they do accept walk ins, it is an intimate restaurant, only capable of holding around 30 people across 5/6 tables so it fills up quick) the food is superb and my words can't do justice to the flavours and textures you'll get to experience. A few notable entries are tteokbokki, the Bulgogi beef, and the crispy chicken (any flavour choice is a good one) If for some reason you are still reading this, just go and book a table already, you won't regret it.