KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot – Korean
The air hums with the communal energy of sizzling tabletop grills and bubbling cauldrons of aromatic broths, where the fiery kick of Szechuan spice meets the soothing, earthy depth of medicinal herbs. Guests take center stage in this interactive culinary theater, searing marbled ribbons of prime brisket and succulent jumbo shrimp to a perfect char while sharing a vibrant feast that bridges the gap between traditional Korean barbecue and soulful hot pot.
351 Montrose Avenue, 20707 https://thekpot.com/Rating: 3/5 (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-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Dairy-Free at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Fresh Corn and Ribeye Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 16 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Ribeye Steak and Thai Tom Yum. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Fresh Corn and Lobster Balls. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Ribeye Steak and Beef Bulgogi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 9 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Healthy Herbs and Short Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 10 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Healthy Herbs and Short Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 8 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Ribeye Steak and Healthy Herbs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Laurel has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Fresh Corn and Sweet Potatoes. 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 KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ribeye Steak | 1.5 g | 29.4 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Sliced Pork Belly | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Sliced Lamb | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Sliced Pumpkin | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Beef Bulgogi | 3.9 g | 12 g |
| Short Ribs | 3.9 g | 12 g |
| Spicy Pork Belly | 0 g | 11.4 g |
| Lobster Balls | 46.9 g | 7.6 g |
| Soft Tofu | 6.7 g | 6.6 g |
| Prime Brisket | 36 g | 5 g |
| Jumbo Shrimp | 7.7 g | 4.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reliable lunch service, guests highlight that the experience consistently meets expectations for a straightforward and dependable meal. Diners appreciate the steady atmosphere, noting that the setting provides a functional and predictable environment for
Menu
Hot Pot Bases
Choose your simmering broth base for the hot pot experience.
- Thai Tom Yum: Spicy and sour Thai-style broth Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Healthy Herbs: Clear broth with traditional herbs 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, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Miso: Savory fermented soybean broth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup: Earthy broth made with assorted mushrooms Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Szechuan Spicy: Bold and numbing spicy broth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Seafood Tofu: Savory seafood-based broth with tofu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Pot Mains
Premium meats and seafood for your hot pot.
- Sliced Pork Belly: Thinly sliced pork belly Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Brisket: High-quality sliced beef brisket Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Shrimp: Large fresh shrimp Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sliced Lamb: Thinly sliced lamb meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Korean BBQ Mains
Premium marinated and non-marinated meats for table-side grilling.
- Beef Bulgogi: Marinated thinly sliced beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp: Shrimp marinated in garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Ribs: Marinated beef short ribs 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
- Spicy Octopus: Octopus in spicy marinade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Pork Belly: Pork belly in spicy marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye Steak: Premium ribeye cuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Add-ins
Vegetables, noodles, and other additions for your meal.
- Lobster Balls: Lobster-flavored surimi balls Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Tofu: Fresh soft tofu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bok Choy: Fresh Chinese cabbage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lotus Root: Sliced lotus root Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shiitake Mushrooms: Fresh shiitake mushrooms 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
- Udon Noodles: Thick wheat noodles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Corn: Sweet corn on the cob Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Cakes: Chewy Korean rice cakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pineapple: Fresh pineapple slices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Sliced Pumpkin: Thinly sliced pumpkin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Oyster Mushrooms: Sliced king oyster mushrooms Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini: Sliced fresh zucchini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potatoes: Sliced sweet potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Jumbo shrimp, sliced lamb, ribeye steak, king oyster mushrooms, and zucchini all qualify as both keto and gluten-free options.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers describe the restaurant as a reliable and dependable lunch spot that consistently meets expectations within a functional, predictable environment.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include prime brisket, jumbo shrimp, beef bulgogi, short ribs, spicy pork belly, and various hot pot broths.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews indicate that the experience is primarily functional and predictable, though the 3.0/5 rating suggests some inconsistency in satisfaction.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational, offering reliable lunch service and a steady atmosphere for diners at its various locations.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has an official website at https://thekpot.com/, though specific online ordering capabilities are not explicitly listed.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with options like keto-friendly ribeye, vegan king oyster mushrooms, gluten-free jumbo shrimp, and halal-friendly miso soup.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot is an expensive ($$$) restaurant specializing in interactive Korean barbecue and hot pot.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot by visiting their official website at https://thekpot.com/.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers appreciate the reliable lunch service, noting that the restaurant consistently provides a dependable, functional, and predictable dining environment.
- Is KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin, Fresh Corn and Ribeye Steak.
- What can I eat at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot on a dairy-free diet?
- Sliced Pumpkin, Fresh Corn and Ribeye Steak carry the dairy-free tag, out of 20 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sliced Pumpkin and Fresh Corn.
- Is KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot gluten-free?
- 16 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 KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot?
- Ribeye Steak, at roughly 29.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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