Manna - Newark

Fantastic service! I deducted a star because they don’t offer jalapeños, garlic, bean paste, or lettuce leaves for their Korean BBQ. Aside from that, the food is fresh and delicious.

Tucked away in a strip mall, the restaurant may not stand out much in terms of atmosphere, but the service was exceptional. The attentive, friendly, and personable staff really made a difference, readily answering any questions and explaining the process of cooking your own food when necessary. The food was plentiful and of good quality for the price of an unlimited option. While you will need to actively seek out this spot, it’s certainly worth a visit.

This is a unique restaurant where the food is freshly prepared and perfectly captures the essence of Korean barbecue. I ordered the chicken BBQ entrée, which was priced at $15. The flavors were well-balanced—not overly salty or overpowering—and the BBQ had a subtle smokiness, which I appreciated as it allowed me to fully enjoy each element of the meal. I also liked that the kimchi was served separately.

I've ordered from this restaurant a few times, and I absolutely love the Galbi. The Banchan that comes with the meal is delicious. We also sampled the tofu soup, which was quite tasty as well. They offer a wide variety of menu items, and I look forward to trying more dishes from them in the future.

The service was initially a bit slow, as there were two trainees working. However, once the pace picked up, it became quite good. I really enjoyed the pork jowl and pork neck! I highly recommend trying them. While the menu doesn't offer many vegetable options, you can request lettuce to wrap your BBQ meats, which adds a nice touch of freshness.