K-Elements BBQ – Korean
The air at K-Elements BBQ hums with the rhythmic sizzle of tabletop grills and the intoxicating aroma of sweet-savory marinades caramelizing over open flames. Diners take center stage in this high-energy space, searing an array of premium cuts like marbled kalbi, tender beef bulgogi, and succulent samgyubsal to smoky perfection. It is a vibrant, communal celebration of flavor where the interactive art of the grill transforms a meal into a shared sensory journey.
2140 Clement Street, San Francisco CA 94121 https://kelementsbbq.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at K-Elements BBQ
Dairy-Free at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Cheek, Spicy Chicken and Top Sirloin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Cheek, Spicy Chicken and Top Sirloin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kimchi, Radish Wrap and Pickled Cucumber. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Chicken, Beef Bulgogi and Lamb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 6 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Chicken, Lamb and Flat Iron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Cheek, Spicy Chicken and Lamb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 6 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Chicken, Lamb and Flat Iron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at K-Elements BBQ
K-Elements BBQ in San Francisco has 17 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Radish Wrap, Pickled Cucumber and Saeng Chae. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at K-Elements BBQ
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| BBQ Chicken Bowl | 124 g | 26.6 g |
| Kalbi | 10.2 g | 25.9 g |
| Lamb | 6.4 g | 21 g |
| Dak Bulgogi | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Spicy Chicken | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Tri-Tip | 0 g | 19.2 g |
| Beef Cheek | 15.1 g | 17.8 g |
| Top Sirloin | 55.7 g | 14.4 g |
| Beef Bulgogi | 3.9 g | 12 g |
| Kimchi | 37.1 g | 11.5 g |
| Radish Wrap | 10.6 g | 4.9 g |
| Spicy Pork Belly Bowl | 3.5 g | 3.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the delectable burgers, which reviewers highlight as being cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. Guests love the inviting space and consistently praise the knowledgeable staff for providing a welcoming experience at a reasonable price point. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared burgers, leaving many visitors eager to return and explore more of the menu.
Menu
At Home KBBQ Meats
Raw meats for home grilling. Prices are per pound.
- Kalbi - $17.99: Premium Marinated Short-Ribs (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Bulgogi - $9.99: Thinly sliced marinated beef (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chadol - $13.99: Beef Brisket freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Woo Beasal - $10.99: Beef Belly freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Top Sirloin - $10.99: Freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Tip - $10.99: Freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Woosul - $18.99: Beef Tongue freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Cheek - $10.99: Freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, High-Fiber, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flat Iron - $13.99: Premium Flat Iron freshly sliced (per pound) Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samgyubsal - $9.99: Thinly sliced non-marinated pork belly (per pound) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Samgyubsal - $9.99: Thinly sliced pork belly with miso sauce (per pound) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Samgyubsal - $9.99: Thinly sliced pork belly with spicy sauce (per pound) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hangjungsal - $13.99: Pork Jowl cheeks (per pound) Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dak Bulgogi - $8.99: Marinated BBQ Chicken (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken - $8.99: Spicy marinated chicken (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb - $17.99: Thinly sliced boneless lamb shoulder (per pound) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet & Spicy Pork Bulgogi - $9.99: Thinly sliced pork butt marinated in sweet & spicy sauce (per pound) Available at: dinner, lunch
KBBQ Bowls
Served with steamed rice and choice of 2 sides.
- Beef Bulgogi Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Beef Bulgogi Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with BBQ Chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Spicy Chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Pork Belly Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Miso Pork Belly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Pork Belly Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Spicy Pork Belly Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Pork Bulgogi Bowl - $8.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Spicy Pork Bulgogi Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalbi Bowl - $10.5: Steamed rice and 2 sides with Kalbi Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Korean Fried Chicken - Sweet Soy Glaze - $7.95: KFC with Sweet Soy Glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Chicken - Sweet Chili - $7.95: KFC with Sweet Chili sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Chicken - No Sauce - $7.95: Plain KFC Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Dishes
- Kimchi - $7.99: Fermented Napa Cabbage Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Radish Wrap - $5.99: Thinly sliced marinated Korean radish paper Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saeng Chae - $5.99: Spicy Radish Salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Cucumber - $5.99: Marinated cucumbers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Soju must be purchased with at least one food item.
- Chamisul Original Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chamisul Fresh Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Grapefruit Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chamisul Green Grape Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chamisul Plum Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chum-Churum Yogurt Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chum-Churum Peach Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Chum-Churum Apple Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chum-Churum Strawberry Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chum-Churum Apple Mango Soju - $13: 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- GoodDay Pineapple Soju - $13: 360ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- GoodDay Watermelon Soju - $13: 360ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- GoodDay Blueberry Soju - $13: 360ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- GoodDay Pomegranate Soju - $13: 360ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- GoodDay Mango Soju - $13: 360ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about K-Elements BBQ
- Is K-Elements BBQ dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. K-Elements BBQ has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Cheek, Spicy Chicken and Top Sirloin.
- What can I eat at K-Elements BBQ on a dairy-free diet?
- Beef Cheek, Spicy Chicken and Top Sirloin carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does K-Elements BBQ have vegan options?
- Yes. 17 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Radish Wrap and Pickled Cucumber.
- Is K-Elements BBQ gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at K-Elements BBQ?
- BBQ Chicken Bowl, at roughly 26.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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