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September 11, 2024 Hongdae 33 has become a must-visit destination for foodies. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-houston/285-64163138-acbb-4d0d-a39d-4ad9f1fdc88d

August 26, 2024 Within the past two decades, Houston has been recognized increasingly for its ethnic diversity. By some measures, it ranks first in the nation. But when I was growing up…

Hongdae 33 Korean BBQ At this colorful, all-you-can-eat, Korean barbecue spot in Asiatown, tables are outfitted with their own grills for an interactive group dining experience. Dig into the banchan,…

Hongdae 33’s K-Shawty Yakult may have started its road to probiotic dominance in Japan in 1935, but today the 2.7-ounce drinkable yogurt is enjoyed in Asian communities all over the…

PERFECT FOR: BIG GROUPS WALK-INS DRINKING GOOD COCKTAILS This all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue restaurant will keep the booze flowing all week long with a buy-one, get-one free Korean soju special. Enjoy…

IMAGE: JENN DUNCAN/COURTESY HONGDAE 33 KOREAN BBQ Hongdae 33 Korean BBQ The new kid on the block at Dun Huang Plaza is buzzy and the wait is long, but Duck ’N Bao owners…

PERFECT FOR: BIG GROUPS WALK-INS DRINKING GOOD COCKTAILS Houston is no stranger to AYCE KBBQ buffets, but Hongdae 33 is a little bit different from the rest. Cheerful and full…

THE MOMENT WE KNEW WE LOVED IT When we reached minute 85 of the 90-minute time limit and began feeling separation anxiety. A PERFECT ORDER FOR FOUR Miso flat iron…

HOUSTON – The husband-and-wife owners of the modern Chinese restaurant Duck N Bao recently launched a new Korean barbecue concept in Houston’s Asiatown. Situated in Dun Huang Plaza at 9889 Bellaire Blvd, Ste.…

Grace and Leo Xia Co-owners, Hongdae 33 and Duck ‘N Bao For many entrepreneurs, setting up shop in Asiatown was a way to connect to their roots. Grace Xia, Beijing-born…