Hanwoo beef is one of Korea’s most prized food exports, known for its fine marbling and rich, buttery flavour. Until recently, Hanwoo beef could only be enjoyed in Korea due to strict export restrictions.
In 2024, this changed with the Singapore–Korea bilateral trade agreement, which officially allowed Hanwoo beef to be exported here.
Diners can now enjoy authentic Hanwoo beef at selected Korean restaurants across Singapore!
What Is Hanwoo Beef?
Hanwoo beef, which translates to “Korean beef”, is a premium cattle breed native to South Korea.
Known for its fine marbling, tenderness and deep umami, Hanwoo differs from Japanese Wagyu with a lower 40–50% fat ratio, resulting in a less greasy but richly beefy finish.
The Hanwoo beef available in Singapore is sourced from Jeju Island, using the local brown cattle (hwang-so) breed.
It is graded under Korea’s official beef grading system (1++, 1+, 1 and below), which evaluates marbling, colour and texture.
Where Can I Eat Hanwoo Beef In Singapore?
Here are 11 restaurants in Singapore where you can try Hanwoo beef, from traditional Korean BBQ spots to high-end tasting menus.
Culina at COMO Dempsey
Culina at COMO Dempsey is the exclusive Singapore retailer for HANDON Jeju pork and beef! Their marketplace offers Jeju Brown Hanwoo beef (from $161.88) with Tenderloin 1++ and Striploin 1++ cuts prized for their marbling and buttery tenderness.
They also offer Jeju black pork and white pork cuts for purchase.
Check out their Jeju Hanwoo beef selection at their store at 15 Dempsey Rd, Singapore 249675.
Bedrock Bar & Grill
Bedrock Bar & Grill and Bedrock Origin will both be offering Jeju Hanwoo cuts.
Enjoy woodfire grilled Jeju Hanwoo Striploin ($128, 150g) at Bedrock Bar & Grill, alongside a Hanwoo Horizontal Tasting platter ($148) with ribeye, striploin and hamburg steak.
Bedrock Origin presents a special Applewood Grilled Hanwoo Ribeye Fillet ($128, 150g) and Ribeye Platter ($188, 280g) featuring the fillet, cap and tail.
NAE:UM
Michelin-starred modern Korean restaurant NAE:UM offers Hanwoo beef as an add-on to their signature Moments ($288++) menu.
At a $38 top-up, diners can enjoy the buttery cut as part of the Hansang course, which features a deodeok and mushroom gomtang base.
GU:UM
GU:UM has introduced Jeju Hanwoo Lower Loin Grade 1+ to 1++ ($238, 300g) into their menu! The cut is grilled over charcoal for a smoky, roasted finish and served with their house banchan.
Enjoy it as it is or in one of their four house marinades like galbi and chilli gochujang.
COTE Singapore
A Michelin-starred restaurant hailing from New York, Korean steakhouse COTE Singapore presents two Jeju Hanwoo beef cuts: Striploin 1++ (BMS 9) and Middle Loin 1++ (BMS9).
These premium cuts are available in limited quantities on their a la carte menu, served through their signature tableside grilling ritual.
Summer Hill
French bistro-style restaurant Summer Hill in Orchard has a dedicated Jeju Hanwoo beef menu!
Enjoy cuts like Hanwoo Ribeye Steak 1++ ($388, 450g for 2) and Hanwoo Vegas Strip Steak 1++ ($53, 160g). These are grilled over binchotan coals and served with a choice of Sauce Periguex or Persillade.
Cygnet Singapore
Stylish Manhattan-inspired restaurant Cygnet presents Jeju Hanwoo Eye Fillets (from $88/200g).
Choose between MB6 and MB9 cuts, carefully charcoal-grilled and served with a choice from eight sides including Honeycomb Mac & Cheese ($16) and Duck Fat Potatoes ($18).
D’RIM Gold
D’RIM Gold in WEAVE Resorts World Sentosa is an elevated, cave-inspired Korean grillhouse. Their menu features Hanwoo beef across dishes like a Hanwoo Yukhoe ($65) and Korean Beef Hotpot ($138, shareable with 2-3 pax) with Hanwoo brisket and shank.
There’s a dedicated D’RIM Hanwoo Beef Set ($248/person), inclusive of sides and marinated Hanwoo Beef cuts grilled tableside. Additional cuts like Hanwoo Short Rib ($102/100g) and their Special Cut of the Month (Market price) are available.
Fat Cow
While Fat Cow might specialize in Wagyu beef, they have introduced Hanwoo beef into their set lunch menu! The Charcoal-Grilled Hanwoo Donburi ($75) is glazed with Japanese-Korean soy, served alongside a kombu butter and signature fat rice.
This menu is available daily from 12pm to 3pm.
Hanjip Korean Grill House
Hanjip Korean Grill House is known for their large selection of premium Korean BBQ cuts, now including Jeju Hanwoo Ribeye 1++ and Striploin 1++!
These are charcoal grilled tableside by their staff and served simply with minimal sauces to enjoy the rich and buttery flavours.
Na Oh
Housed in the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center, Na Oh is a modern Korean restaurant helmed by Chef Corey Lee (Three Michelin-starred Benu).
While Hanwoo beef dishes are yet to be formally introduced on their menu, you can anticipate the prized cut in preparations like barbecue and yukhoe (tartare).
We’re excited to see how more authentic Korean food experiences are becoming more readily available in Singapore! Between fast food brands and family-run eateries, check out more Korean eats in Singapore:
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- 26 Korean Restaurants In Singapore To Check Out In 2026 That Aren’t Korean BBQ
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