Korean BBQ Food Trucks Orlando: Where to Find Them
Best Korean BBQ food trucks in Orlando near Disney. Bulgogi, Korean fried chicken, bibimbap at World Food Trucks — authentic Korean food 5 min from Disney.
Korean BBQ Near Disney: The Secret Most Tourists Miss
Disney has a Japanese pavilion in EPCOT, but no Korean food experience. Meanwhile, some of the best Korean BBQ in Central Florida is just 5 minutes away at [**World Food Trucks**](https://worldfoodtrucks.com). [5805 W Irlo Bronson Hwy](https://worldfoodtrucks.com/location) in Kissimmee — multiple Korean food trucks serving authentic, fresh Korean cuisine. Meat is grilled to order. Nothing sits under a heat lamp.
Bulgogi: Marinated Beef Perfection
**What is it?** Thin-sliced beef marinated in soy, sesame, garlic, and brown sugar, then grilled. **How to order:** - **Bulgogi bowl** — Over rice with veggies and egg. $10–$13 - **Bulgogi tacos** — In Korean tacos with slaw and sauce. $12–$15 - **Bulgogi bibimbap** — Mixed with rice bowl. $10–$12 **Flavor:** Sweet, savory, umami-rich. Nothing like American grilled beef. **Pro tip:** Add a fried egg on top and mix it all together. That's the traditional way (bibimbap style). **Price:** $10–$14 per order **Why get it:** Bulgogi is what converts people to Korean food. It's familiar (beef) but entirely different.
Korean Fried Chicken: Crispy & Sticky
**What makes it special?** Double-fried technique creates crispy exterior + juicy interior. **Sauce options:** 🍯 **Soy garlic** — Savory, sticky, addictive 🌶️ **Spicy (Gochujang)** — Sweet heat 🧄 **Crunch** — Crispy coating with peanuts **Price:** $10–$14 per order (usually 4–6 pieces) **Served with:** Pickled radish (danmuji) and salad **When to get it:** As a main or to share **Comparison:** Much better than Popeyes or KFC. Worth the wait.
Bibimbap: The Rice Bowl Masterpiece
**What is it?** "Bibimbap" literally means "mixed rice." It's a bowl of white rice topped with: - Seasoned ground beef - Sautéed vegetables (spinach, carrot, zucchini, mushroom) - Fried egg - Gochujang (red chili paste) - Sesame seeds - Sesame oil **How to eat it:** Mix everything together (the vegetables, egg, sauce, rice) **Price:** $10–$13 **Why it works:** Every bite has different textures and flavors. It's a complete meal. **Pro tip:** Spicy level is adjustable — ask for "mild" if you're new to Korean food
Kimbap: Korea's Sushi Cousin
**What is it?** Steamed rice rolled in seaweed with vegetables, egg, and sometimes meat, then sliced into 6–8 pieces. **Like sushi, but:** No raw fish. All cooked ingredients. **Fillings:** - **Classic kimbap** — Beef, egg, veggies - **Tuna kimbap** — Canned tuna (classic version) - **Vegetarian** — All veggies **Price:** $7–$10 per order (6–8 pieces) **Best for:** Lunch, snack, or side dish **Paired with:** Gochujang (red paste) or mayo on the side
Korean Side Dishes (Banchan)
**Banchan are small side dishes served with most Korean meals. They're complimentary (or $1–$2 extra):** 🥒 **Kimchi** — Spicy fermented cabbage. The staple. 🍲 **Pickled radish (Danmuji)** — Sweet, crunchy, refreshing 🥬 **Spinach (Sigeumchi Namul)** — Seasoned with sesame 🌽 **Seasoned vegetables** — Whatever the truck has **Pro tip:** Try all of them. They're designed to balance the main dish's richness.
Drinks & Desserts
**Drinks:** - **Yuzu juice** — Citrus refreshment. $3–$5 - **Ginger ale** — Korean ginger ale tastes different (better). $3–$4 - **Boba tea** — If available. $4–$6 **Desserts:** - **Bungeoppang** — Octopus snack (looks weird, tastes good). $5–$7 - **Shaved ice (Bingsu)** — With fruit and condensed milk. $5–$7 - **Hotteok** — Sweet pancake filled with cinnamon + brown sugar. $4–$6 **Best combo:** Bulgogi bowl + Korean fried chicken + yuzu juice = $28 (feeds 2)
Korean BBQ Food Trucks: When to Go
**Peak times:** 12–1 PM (lunch), 6–7 PM (dinner) = 10–15 min wait **Best times:** 11 AM, 2 PM, 8 PM = 5–10 min waits **Why the wait?** Korean food is cooked to order (fresh, not pre-made) **Pro tip:** Come during off-peak and chat with the truck owner while waiting. They love talking about Korean food. **[Find Korean food trucks](https://worldfoodtrucks.com/vendors) — World Food Trucks has multiple Korean vendors, all authentic.**
Visit World Food Trucks
Experience the flavors mentioned in this article. We're open daily with late-night hours!