Churrascaria Oriental Cho Sun Gal Bi Bom Retiro
Experience Authentic Korean Barbecue at Churrascaria Oriental Cho Sun Gal Bi Bom Retiro
Located in the lively Bom Retiro district of São Paulo, the Churrascaria Oriental Cho Sun Gal Bi Bom Retiro offers an exceptional dining experience for lovers of Korean cuisine. Founded by a former sushiman from Seoul, this renowned restaurant has been delighting locals and visitors since 2006, with a specialization in traditional Korean BBQ prepared over charcoal grills — a feature that sets it apart from many competitors who use gas.
Discover Top-Quality Cuts and Flavorful Dishes
Enjoy a variety of authentic side dishes alongside top cuts of beef and pork, including specialties like pork tripes and spicy crab. The restaurant’s impeccable ventilation system ensures you can savor the flavors without leaving smelling like coal. Guests praise the exceptional service and impeccable food quality that make every visit worthwhile.
The Bom Retiro unit welcomes diners from Tuesday to Friday during lunch and dinner hours, with additional availability on weekends and Sundays. Whether you are seeking a leisurely Sunday meal or a vibrant dinner out, the restaurant caters to your schedule with flexible opening times.
Reservations can be easily made via WhatsApp, ensuring a seamless booking process for guests wishing to experience the best Korean BBQ São Paulo has to offer. Besides barbecue, the restaurant historically incorporates sushi and sashimi selections, giving patrons a well-rounded taste of Korean flavors.
With two convenient units — Bom Retiro and Liberdade — Cho Sun Gal Bi continues to earn acclaim as the “King of Ribs” in Brazil. Whether you’re new to Korean cuisine or an aficionado, visiting Churrascaria Oriental Cho Sun Gal Bi Bom Retiro promises an unforgettable culinary journey.
Informations
- ChosunGalbi is a Korean barbecue restaurant located in São Paulo with two units: Bom Retiro and Liberdade.
- Restaurant specializes in traditional Korean BBQ using charcoal grills (differentiating from competitors who use gas).
- Two units addresses:
- Bom Retiro: R. dos Bandeirantes, 459 - Bom Retiro, São Paulo
- Liberdade: R. da Glória, 663 - Liberdade, São Paulo
- Contact phone numbers:
- Bom Retiro: (11) 3228-6331
- Liberdade: (11) 3277-1082
- Operating hours:
- Bom Retiro Unit:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Friday: 12:00-14:30 and 17:00-22:00
- Saturday (subject to availability): 12:00-15:00 and 17:00-22:00
- Sunday and holidays: 12:00-20:00
- Kitchen closes 30 minutes before restaurant closing time.
- Liberdade Unit:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Friday: 12:00-14:30 and 17:30-21:30
- Saturday (subject to availability): 12:00-15:30 and 17:30-21:30
- Sunday and holidays: 12:00-20:00
- Kitchen closes 30 minutes before restaurant closing time.
- Bom Retiro Unit:
- Reservations can be made via WhatsApp links provided on the website for each unit.
- History:
- Founded by a former sushiman from Seoul in 2006.
- Underwent multiple transformations: initial Asian cuisine focus, incorporation of Korean BBQ with charcoal grills since 2013.
- Renamed to Cho Sun Gal Bi and gained reputation as “King of Ribs” in Brazil.
- Upgrade of ventilation system in 2020 before the pandemic.
- Temporary closure during the pandemic; survival aided by Korean community and delivery orders.
- Resumed full operations in 2022, gaining national and international recognition.
- Opened second unit in Liberdade neighborhood in 2023.
- The restaurant offers authentic Korean cuisine with both barbecue and sushi/sashimi options (historically at least).
- Online menu is available through a QR code link on the website.
- Images of the restaurants, food and drinks are prominently displayed on the website.
- The business offers a reservation form directly on the site and provides quick contact through WhatsApp links.
- Website content is primarily in Portuguese.


