Restaurant
Maru Korean Restaurant
157 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Find Maru Korean Restaurant
157 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
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Visit websiteAbout Maru Korean Restaurant
Elizabeth Street crowds gather for tabletop coals, crackling stone bowls, and speedy CBD lunch sets. Maru splits its operations across two levels: downstairs hums with smoky barbecue grills and sizzling gopchang, while upstairs caters to quieter lunches centered on rich yukgaejang and kimchi stews. Order through tabletop iPads, tap into refillable banchan—notably the sweet-savory marinated eggs—and let the hot stone finish your bibimbap with that sought-after, crunchy nurungji. Pair the heat with a cold can of Cass or iced peach Earl Grey tea.
- Split-Level Dining: Tabletop barbecue grills anchor the bustling ground floor, while the quieter upper level serves a la carte stews and noodles.
- Generous Lunch Sets: Midday specials feature fiery yukgaejang and cold noodles alongside bottomless banchan and marinated eggs.
- Digital Table Ordering: Tabletop digital ordering makes requesting cuts of beef, chicken, and refills fast and straightforward.
What's On at Maru Korean Restaurant
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Maru Korean Restaurant
Why diners choose Maru for Korean BBQ and classic CBD dining
Two-Level Dining Layout
Diners can easily choose between sizzling tabletop Korean barbecue downstairs and standard Korean kitchen dining upstairs to suit their visit.
They have two floors: one dedicated to Korean BBQ and another for regular Korean dishes.
Kuan-Yu Chen Effortless iPad Table Ordering
Tables feature iPad ordering setups complete with visuals, allowing patrons to place orders smoothly and quickly.
ordering is via iPad on the table with pictures so very convenient.
Honest Thoughts Interactive Tabletop Grilling
Guests can cook tender, flavorful meats directly at their table, creating an engaging and lively social atmosphere.
It's a fun and interactive dining experience that's perfect for groups.
Pink Blood Buzzing BBQ Atmosphere
The dining room hums with upbeat K-pop tunes and the sizzle of barbecues, creating an invigorating dining environment.
The modern yet cozy decor, the sizzle of BBQ grills, and the sound of K-pop in the background created the perfect vibe.
Harry Fan Deeply Satiating Post-Activity Meals
Generous portions of hearty kimchi stews and BBQ meat boxes offer rich fuel and refreshment after workouts or busy days.
If you're looking to replenish your protein and carbs after a workout, this is the absolute perfect spot!
Rei Lin Dependable Dining Consistency
Long-time patrons depend on Maru for consistently delicious soups, bibimbap, and friendly service across years of visits.
I’ve been coming to Maru since 2014, and it remains my go-to spot for Korean food.
Tran Huynh
Most popular items
Customer favorites and core Korean culinary specialties
Bibimbap
The bibimbap was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned — the rice had that perfect crispy bottom layer.
Yuki Yu Pork Kimchi Stew
This steaming bowl of pork kimchi stew hit the spot completely. The vibrant red broth was deeply flavorful with the perfect balance of sour and spicy, packed generously with pork and tofu.
Rei Lin Bulgogi
Bulgogi is awesome! The marinated beef is super tender and has this sweet and savory thing going on that's just addictive.
Carmelou Climaco Yukgaejang
I ordered the yukgaejang from their lunch menu (available 11am–3pm) and it was delicious — rich, spicy broth packed with flavor.
Louis (ahluu)
Other favorites
Complement your Korean dining experience with specialty drinks, sides, and snacks
Peach Earlgrey Tea Zero
Peach Earlgrey Tea Zero ($4.5): I’ve never tried or heard of this Korean drink and it tastes amazing highly recommend trying this drink.
Botox92LG Cass beer
You simply cannot have a hearty Korean meal without an ice-cold Cass beer! The crisp, refreshing taste instantly washed away all the workout fatigue and completed the night perfectly.
Rei Lin mini veggie dumplings
add on the 10 mini dumplings for $5 plus you get 3 plates of free banchan.
Honest Thoughts marinated eggs
On the other hand, the marinated eggs is the best Korean side dish I’ve tried.
Botox92LG
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful operational touches and dining accommodations at Maru Korean Restaurant
Halal-Certified Beef & Chicken Selections
Guests with dietary restrictions can order beef and chicken dishes with peace of mind, as the restaurant provides certified halal meat options across its menu.
Visual Tabletop iPad Ordering
Diners can easily browse dishes with visual photography and place orders directly from their tables using digital iPads for prompt service.
Zoned Dual-Floor Dining Layout
A dedicated two-level floor plan thoughtfully separates smokeless tabletop grilling downstairs from quiet à la carte Korean dining upstairs to cater to different dining paces.
Complimentary Banchan Service
Every meal is accompanied by a complimentary spread of traditional Korean side dishes, served freely and generously to round out the dining experience.
Before you head over
Practical advice on navigating floors, peak dining hours, and dietary options at Maru
Choose Your Floor Carefully
Ground-floor barbecue tables frequently draw long lines during peak meal hours. Head upstairs if you want traditional à la carte dishes without the downstairs wait.
Visit for the 11am–3pm Lunch Window
Take advantage of lunch set specials served between 11am and 3pm, where you can order quickly via tabletop iPads with photo menus.
Check Halal Beef and Chicken Selections
Diners seeking halal options can select certified beef and chicken items, clearly browsable on the digital table ordering screens.
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