Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi

What a place!! We went for a business dinner and had the best time and meal ever! We started with some gyozas and lobster Rangoon, that were both exquisite. I didn’t have any drinks but two of my colleagues did and they couldn’t stop praising how good they were. Our waiter was really attentive and fast, he got us everything in order and even gave us some very good recommendations on things to try out. 4 in the table got the barbecues, which to me was some spectacle to watch! I ordered two sushi rolls, sushi tempura with avocado and mango, and a vegetarian option with tofu. I was so full but ate everything because it was incredibly delicious. One of the best sushi I have tried ever. Even the miso soup and the salad were great and very tasty. We didn’t have any more room for dessert though for a next visit will definitely try them. Highly recommended place!

Koen was closing early due to slow traffic. I personally eat here almost every week, sometimes twice a week! Decided to go here on this snowy day in Lincoln, NE! Arrived and noticed a early closing sign on the door. Drove almost 30 minutes to get there without knowing & the staff informed me, but after explaining the drive and the inconvenience. They cut me short and welcomed me on in. Very polite, very welcoming, same 5 STAR SERVICE as usual. Made me love this place even more. The manager was very patient, didn’t rush me to eat. My waiter was EXCELLENT. Wasn’t in a rush to go home, asked me to enjoy myself and let him know if I needed anything. They were also starting closing procedures but continued to check in to make sure I did not need anything. I said all this to say, THEY ARE AWESOME! I recommend this business to anyone who is looking for a good time and 5 STAR SERVICE. I also attached a picture of my food here below to give those who haven’t went yet a idea.

I recommend the Koen Sapparo as for $25 you get everything and more! It’s delicious and comes with great starters. The staff here is great and megan our server was very speedy and polite. The only bad thing I have to say is it was quite hot inside and it made it difficult to enjoy my food. Overall it’s a great spot and definitely a place i’d go back to for a first date/family outing.

Went to Koen for the first time on our Anniversary. It was packed! Definitely loads of people and you basically share a booth space with other people. It would be great in a bigger party. We ordered the Happy Hour Special and it was delicious. We also ordered a Shrimp Tempura Sushi roll which was also really good. It was definitely a Korean BBQ/Japanese Hibachi place you have to grill your own meat there which is fine and fun. Not necessarily a place I would take young kids as the grill is built into the table and there is opportunity for little to try and touch. It is also rather pricey. So definitely more of a nicer restaurant for dates/a nice group night out. Either way my husband and I enjoyed it as the food was really good.

An absolute must try! I kick myself for waiting so long to try this Japanese gem. An average exterior lends to the surprise that awaits you inside. Koen offers an impressive interior that is decorated quite impressively. The staff is knowledgable, helpful and super friendly. We began at the bar and waited for a drink. Not long mind you. The bar tender prepared us for the up coming experience. Experience is definitely the word here as it is just that. Depending on what you order, you have the option to sit at a table where you grill your own meal. The menu is vast but don’t worry they will guide you. The food was excellent, flavorful and for the most part very healthy. Im into the Keto diet and Koen has everything you need to eat well while servicing your taste buds. Its not everyday you have fun eating but thats a great description of Koen. Take a friend thats having a birthday! You will love what comes next!!!!

I decided to try Koen Japanese BBQ and Sushi tonight after a recommendation from a friend. I went with one of their individual multi course grill meals, the Koen Kirin. The first course consisted of miso soup and a garden salad with a carrot ginger dressing. After that was a three piece order of gyoza made with pork and cabbage. The gyoza was much larger than I thought and was really good. The main course took a little longer, but was worth the wait. My main course consisted of hangar steak in a miso sauce, top sirloin with soy sauce and garlic, spicy pork belly in a sweet and spicy gochujang, and chicken in a savory/umami marinade. It also had sweet potato and I ordered an additional single portion of toro beef in a sweet soy sauce. Overall everything was delicious and I enjoyed the experience of being able to grill the meats. My server Michael did a fantastic job as well. I definitely plan on coming back again. I wish they had a location closer to me in Omaha!

I ordered a chef's choice of assorted sushi and was pleasantly surprised. The portion was good and food was excellent. The service was impeccable as well.
Only thing I would point out is that the size tables were quite small and was barely accommodating the three of us. At some point there was quite a traffic of food. The cabins could also be a little further from each other. But overall, it was a good experience and I would recommend it.

To be honest i was skeptical of coming here as the places was empty on a weekday night. I ordered the $100 wagyu bbq for two and was surprised that the food was very decent. The beef was very tender, the duck was amazing that came with it as well. Although it wasn’t seasoned as much, i added some salt to it and it was a lot better. I asked the server to swap the dessert out for some tempura ice cream instead and he delivered. The place is very clean, modern, and upscale. They have one of the best grills i have ever seen. No matter how often i cook the food It doesn’t burn to the grill or stick. First time that i never had to change the grill.

My family and I had a great first experience!! Forgot to ask for our waiters name but the tall light skinned brother with the beard shout out you did a great job!! Excellent attitude and service!! Food was great the staff and drinks even better!!!!

The restaurant atmosphere was great. I like our waitress Titi was very sweet. The only comment was Sushi. I like them, but my husband said he would only give the sushi 4 stars. The BBQ was awesome, meat are soft and tasty. We all enjoyed it very much.

We went here to celebrate my granddaughters winter dance showcase. We had the Premier. Virtually everything was incredible. It was the best dining experience I've had in a very long time.
However we arrived at 805 for an 800 reservation and still had to wait 15 minutes.
The size of the table prohibits full enjoyment of the food. I understand everyone needs to be close to the grill but there wasnt enough room for the food on the table top.
We sat at a four top with a plastic screen between us and the next conjoined table. The gentleman beside me kept shoving his left foot into mine because there was no partition separating us and pushing his things under the partition. I don't know what the remedy to that is.

My favorite restaurant that is Japanese bbq and sushi in Bangkok! Service great!!! The grill and suction is probably one of my biggest peeves when eating at any Korean or Japanese self grilling restaurants. I hate smelling like bbq when I leave and this place delivers. Their suction hood really sucks a lot of the grease and smell away from you. That is an A + in my book. There is a lot of great menu items and food to choose from. This is where I had my first kurobuta pork and it was delicious!!! The sushi was great too! I keep wanting to come back but my wife say no, so many other bbq all you can eat places in Bangkok but I love this place! I’m trying to come back soon and become apart of their fan club. The manager even said welcome to Thailand lol!

What a fun dining experience with a great variety of flavors, meats & an opportunity to cook at your table as you dine! Good service from Allen who patiently explained the options & procedure! We will return with family & friends. $65 with 1-2meat & 1-3meat Entree, wine & an appetizer.

Took my wife here on a date, prior to having to take an extended trip away from her. While the wait to be seated on a Saturday night was quite longer then the reservation would have indicated, the food itself was a proper farewell and the server was very friendly. Definitely be back.

Koen Japanese BBQ is truly a unique experience.
The meats are tender & very well marinated for Awesome flavor. They have a large selection of cooked and raw sushi and sushi rolls.
Sunday's are happy hour ALL DAY, and you will LOVE the deserts. They have a knowledgeable staff and very clean high end layout for dining and nice bars. You will be happy you went.
FYI, the lava cake is a five spice traditional that is out of this world.
New FAVE place for fun indoor grilling and AWESOME appetizers.
Gotta have the Crispy Rice withTuna, avocado and caviar. Also LOVE their take on jalapeno poppers, sliced, and prep's like nothing you've had before.

We went here for a much needed date night. Loved it!! The food was delicious, the server was very polite and explained how everything worked excellently. 10/10 will definitely go back.

Whether you come for Japanese BBQ (grilling the food right at your own table!) or sushi, you’ll have a great time! I came in shortly after they first opened for BBQ and my date and I had a great time. I came in recently for just sushi and was very pleased with the selection, freshness, and speed of service. I highly recommend the fried cheesecake for dessert!

Many delicious food offerings in a fun cook your own meal, if desired, setting. Service was very professional with an observant manager working the floor to provide the best for the customers.
Now, five years later, I can gladly share that Koen is a still a achieving a wonderful experience.

5 Stars all the way around! Best experience ever and the food was PHENOMENAL!

Haven't been able to take my wife on a date since the birth of our first child. Finally got away with just her and decided to go to Koen. We decided on the "grill" side and could not have been more impressed. Ordered the Sake Flight, octopus sashimi, and the koen premium entree. Next time we're sitting on the "sushi" side. Excellent.