Tian Ya BBQ
Casual Korean BBQ spot offering an all-you-can-eat experience with grilled meats, sushi, and dim sum.
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Tian Ya BBQ
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Must-see attractions
Casual Korean BBQ spot offering an all-you-can-eat experience with grilled meats, sushi, and dim sum.
Visit Off-Peak
Go during less busy times to avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed, intimate dining experience.
Ask for Grill Help
If it's your first time with Korean BBQ, don't hesitate to ask your server for guidance on using the grill.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Korean BBQ (with Chinese & Japanese influences)
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+1 705-720-2921
Address
54 Maple Ave Unit F, Barrie, ON L4N 1R8, Canada
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Interactive Korean BBQ Experience
Grill your own marinated meats, seafood, and vegetables right at your table for a fun, social dining adventure.
All-You-Can-Eat Variety
Enjoy a generous selection of AYCE Korean BBQ, plus a fusion of sushi, sashimi, and dim sum for a diverse feast.
Flavorful Marinated Meats
Savor well-marinated options like spare ribs and chicken, praised for their taste and tender texture.
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Visit Off-Peak
Go during less busy times to avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed, intimate dining experience.
Ask for Grill Help
If it's your first time with Korean BBQ, don't hesitate to ask your server for guidance on using the grill.
Consider Reservations
Making a reservation is suggested for weekends, as the restaurant can get quite busy.
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Visit Off-Peak
Go during less busy times to avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed, intimate dining experience.
Ask for Grill Help
If it's your first time with Korean BBQ, don't hesitate to ask your server for guidance on using the grill.
Consider Reservations
Making a reservation is suggested for weekends, as the restaurant can get quite busy.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Tian Ya BBQ offers a lively and interactive all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience with a diverse menu that blends traditional grilled meats with sushi and dim sum. While many praise the fun atmosphere and value, some reviews suggest the authenticity of Korean flavors is mixed with Chinese influences, and certain dishes might lack the expected taste profile.
"I love this location! Great service. The variety of precooked options is a great combination when you are waiting for your raw selections to grill. The seasoned chicken beef and lamb are so tasty! The sweet sausage is one of my favorites."
Joyce Stevens
"We went for date night. It's a mom n pop space - lots of tables. Good for groups.
The sashimi we ordered was stoll frozen. Most of the beef was very chewy. I liked the chicken and its marinade.
They had some spices on the table or added meat flavoring.
The radish and seaweed appetizers r good.
They do serve 2 mocktails and alcoholic beverages. I suggest making a reservation weekend. It was busy."
Melissa Sepideh Ziaei
"This place had an ambiance that made you feel cozy and at home. The service was fast too. We liked how the server was attentive and had a warm smile all the time.
It’s our first time here at Tian Ya BBQ which is a decent Korean-style AYCE BBQ restaurant in Barrie. We usually go to ones in Markham and/or North York.
Their fried spring rolls and scallops (4/5) were delicious with a good crisp on the outside, giving you a crunch with every bite. The spring rolls could use some more filling.
The Volcano Roll was enjoyable (3.5/5). We liked how they had fried batter on the outside to elevate the texture of the dish. The cream cheese was a delight. The portions were big.
The actual Korean-style BBQ was okay (3/5). The kimchi was a bit salty for us. We were hoping it would have more of the tangy, fermented taste to it as well. We liked that it was crunchy and tasted fresh.
Their lettuce was also fresh. They did use iceberg lettuce instead of romaine which was different from what we regularly have at other places.
We had pork, beef, beef short ribs and squid for grilling. Both the pork and beef were thinly sliced and tender. The beef short ribs were marinated well. Maybe a bit more sesame oil, garlic and ginger to the marinade mixture would really help bring out the sweetness and the umami of the meat. The cuts were okay; the meats could have been balanced with some fat/marbling to keep them juicy. We were also looking to have some ssamjang (fermented soybean paste) and sesame oil with salt to go with the meat.
Overall, an okay place to go for AYCE Korean BBQ in Barrie."
Cassandra Mae
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tian Ya BBQ offers an all-you-can-eat Korean-style BBQ experience, along with a selection of sushi, sashimi, and dim sum items.
Reviews suggest it offers a mix of Korean, Chinese, and Japanese flavors, with some diners noting it leans more towards Chinese preparation.
Yes, it's described as good for groups and families, with an interactive dining experience that's fun for all ages.
It's recommended to make a reservation, especially for weekends, as the restaurant can get busy.
The marinated meats for grilling are popular, and some reviewers also enjoy the pre-cooked options like General Tso Chicken and dim sum items.
The kimchi is mentioned by some as being among the best they've tasted, though others find it a bit salty or lacking fermented tang.
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