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Korean BBQ in a Cup: Cupbop Heats Up Dubai’s Food Scene

Korean BBQ in a Cup

Cupbop, the viral Korean BBQ in a cup sensation, has landed in Dubai! From food truck fame to UAE flavor icon!

Attention foodies, spice-lovers, and adventurous lunch breakers—get ready to Bop, Dubai! Cupbop Dubai is bringing bold Korean street food to the UAE, serving up fast, fiery favourites like the legendary B BOP bulgogi beef, all topped with the irresistible Cupbop secret sauce.

Born from a humble Cupbop food truck and now a Korean fast food sensation, Cupbop is changing the game—no chopsticks needed. Say goodbye to boring meals and hello to Korean BBQ in a cup, right here in Dubai!

Korean BBQ in a Cup

From Food Truck to Food Fame

Get ready to Bop, Dubai! Cupbop, the Korean fast food sensation that began as a humble food truck in Salt Lake City back in 2013, has now landed in the UAE. What started with just four bold recipes and a dream by founder Junghun Song has exploded into a global phenomenon. From those early food truck days to a spotlight on Shark Tank Season 13—where all five sharks wanted in—Cupbop has grown to over 160 locations worldwide.

Now serving up irresistible Korean street food in Dubai, Cupbop brings you fan favourites like B BOP bulgogi beef, all drizzled in their famous Cupbop secret sauce. Whether you’re a first-timer or a die-hard bop lover, this is Korean fast food like you’ve never tasted before. Dubai, are you ready to bop?

What’s in the Cup? Glad You Asked

Cupbop’s bowls are basically a love letter to Korean BBQ—with a twist. Think of it like your ultimate Netflix-and-chill comfort food, but with Seoul. (See what we did there?)

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

  • B BOP: Smoky, tender bulgogi beef with just the right amount of sass.
  • KKO KKO BOP: Juicy BBQ chicken that’s an instant mood-lifter.
  • ROCK BOP: Tangy fried chicken bringing the crunch and the funk.
  • KRUNCH BOP: Crispy chicken katsu with the kind of golden coating that makes angels sing.

Feeling fancy? Grab a side of MANDOO (potstickers that don’t mess around), or go full “OMG” with the K-DAWG—a Korean corn dog with a cheese pull so dramatic it deserves its own Netflix show.

Veggie fans, you’re covered too. The VEGGIE BOP and DOOCHI BOP (that’s crispy tofu for the uninitiated) are here to prove that meat-free doesn’t mean flavour-free.

Korean BBQ in a Cup

Sauce It Up (Responsibly… Or Not)

Cupbop Dubai is bringing the heat with its legendary Korean street food in the UAE. From the original Cupbop food truck to fast food spots across Dubai, their secret sauce game is next level. The B BOP bulgogi beef bowl? Unreal. And the heat scale? Wild—from #1 sweet baby heat to #10 call-the-fire-department fire. Fan-favorite? The iconic #7.5 Cupbop secret sauce. Your mouth will thank you—even if your eyebrows won’t. Get ready to Bop, Dubai!

Next Stop: Ibn Battuta Mall

Coming in hot this summer, Cupbop’s first UAE location is hitting Ibn Battuta Mall. Perfect for a post-shopping refuel, a midday pick-me-up, or a spontaneous flavor adventure.

And this is just the beginning. JBR’s on the radar next, and let’s be real: Cupbop is about to become the UAE’s new go-to for fun, fast, unforgettable Korean eats.

Why UAE? Why Now? Let the Founders Explain

“When I met Dok and Junghun, their energy was electric,” says Elias Madbak, CEO of RMAL Hospitality (the folks bringing Cupbop to town). “It wasn’t just about the food—it was about people, passion, and experience. We knew we had to be part of it.”

Founder Junghun Song agrees: “Cupbop is about more than food. It’s about fun, trying something new, and bringing people together. We can’t wait to see the UAE fall in love with what we’ve built.”

Korean BBQ in a Cup

Final Word: Get in, We’re Going Bopping

So, are you ready, Dubai? Because Cupbop is. With bold bowls, big flavours, and a whole lot of charm packed into every cup, it’s safe to say your lunch breaks are about to get a serious upgrade.

Stay saucy. Stay hungry. And get ready to bop.

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