Best Korean in London

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Daikon Tarte Tatin

The restaurant's signature dish; a savoury reinvention of the classic dessert using caramelized radish, toasted barley, and potato cream.

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Seafood Pancake (Pa Jeon)

Consistently praised across reviews as 'compellingly crisp and squishy' and 'delicious,' featuring a mix of spring onions and seafood.

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KDP Corn Dog

The restaurant's signature street snack—half mozzarella, half hot dog, battered and dusted with sugar and ketchup/mustard.

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Pa Jaeon Seafood Pancakes

This classic dish is noted by critics for 'ticking all the boxes' for a seafood fix at this long-standing New Malden institution.

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Cumin Lamb Skewers

A signature speciality of the restaurant where 'cubes of cumin lamb' rotate on charcoal grills, 'dripping and popping with chilli-infused flavour' as they cook.

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Soy-braised beef short rib

Described as a 'monument to patience and skill', this dish features meat that 'pulls apart perfectly' with 'silvery strands of fat' that break with a gentle pluck.

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Korean Fried Chicken

Regarded as a 'classic' and a guaranteed 'winner' for both children and adults, this dish is the restaurant's most widely praised crowd-pleaser.

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Yangyum Fried Chicken

A 'must-visit' dish described as 'crispy and moreish.' Reviewers consistently name it the standout of the menu, recommending the 'sweet spicy' sauce for a 'naughty' and authentic 'Chimaek-style' experience with beer.

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Half and Half (Whole Chicken)

Expertly dismantled and fried until the craggy batter becomes golden and the flesh within steams, this 'wonder of culinary engineering' offers a virtuous combination of snap, crunch, and rendered skin.

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Pork Bone Soup

A nourishing, milky broth championed by critics as the ultimate comfort food.

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KFC Burger

Described as the 'best in London' by viral food vloggers for its perfect balance of sweetness, spiciness, and saltiness.

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Bibimbap Beef

Described as the ideal 'first date' with the menu, this dish is praised for its flavor which is enhanced as you 'stir, merge, and fuse' the components together.

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Korean Fried Chicken

Praised for its exceptionally rigid, crunchy batter and clean pickled radish pairing.

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Kimchi fried rice

A highly recommended, perfectly spiced Korean-style rice dish that packs a comforting, flavorful punch.

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Dak Galbi

Grace Dent recommends letting the experts handle the grilling of this barbecue chicken to ensure the 'heady marinade of gochujang paste, chilli and garlic' is perfectly executed.

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Korean Fried Chicken (Honey Butter or Sweet Chilli)

The undisputed star of the menu; shattering crispy batter over tender meat with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy.

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Long Matcha

Offers a clean, precise expression (hot or cold).

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Korean Fried Chicken

Celebrated for being crisped to sheer indulgence without the 'grease-soaked regret' often found in lesser establishments.

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Gochu-Gang Wings

Described as a 'match crafted by the food gods,' these wings feature a fermented rice and chili sensation that critics call 'damn good flappers.'

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Pa Dak (Spring Onion Fried Chicken)

The absolute benchmark here: crispy chicken doused in honey mustard sauce and topped with a small mountain of thinly sliced spring onion.

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Budae-jjigae (army stew)

The quintessential Korean comfort dish, packed with rich, savory, and spicy flavors.

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K-burger

An unmissable signature choice that perfectly captures their Korean street food approach.

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Korean stew

A hearty, comforting, and essential must-order dish packed with warming flavors.

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Yangnyeom Fried Chicken

Highlighted as a dish that "kids like" and a standout option at this "tiny, smart" spot.

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Bibimbap

Described as a "comforting bowl" where you can choose your protein—from meat to seafood or tofu—to go with rice, seasoned vegetables, an egg, and chilli paste.

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Mandu

Critics assert that 'no visit is complete' without these steamed pork and glass noodle dumplings, describing them as the 'delicious stars of the dish' despite their simple European sidekicks.

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Pajoen (Green Onion Pancake)

Consistently cited as one of the 'tasty, varied dishes' that makes this family-run spot a 'great place to sample the cuisine.'

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Fried Original

Critics note it nails the 'authentic Korean Fried Chicken taste' with a batter that is perfectly seasoned and crispy while the meat remains juicy.

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Kimchi Pork Tofu Stew

Cited as a benchmark for the kitchen's skill, this stew is tangy, spicy, and packed with silky tofu and flavour.

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Kkwabaegi (Twisted Doughnuts)

The quintessential Korean street market sweet treat that serves as the cafe's signature food item.

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LA Galbi (Beef Ribs)

Consistently cited as a house favorite and part of the essential grilled meat rotation.

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Korean BBQ

The ideal choice for dining in groups, offering a social 'BBQ feast' experience at dedicated tables.

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Yang Yum Chicken

Medium size Korean crispy fried chicken in a sticky gochichang sauce that is so decadent that 'fingers are required' and you'll need plenty of kitchen paper.

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Soon Tofu Jjigae

This tofu seafood stew is a standout main dish that was 'loved' by diners for its flavor profile.

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Aged Pork Belly

Described as "surprisingly flavourful and tasty," this signature aged meat is highly recommended for its ability to transport diners back to memories of Jeju's famous Black Pork Street.

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Korean Fried Chicken

Universally lauded for its crispiness, juiciness, and flavorful seasoning; considered some of the best in London.

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Jajangmyeon

This 'must-order' dish is considered the star of the show, featuring deeply comforting black bean noodles that are highly praised for their rich flavor.

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Crispy Seafood Pancake

Recommended by The Infatuation as a standout starter.

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Gamjatang (Pork Bone Stew)

The restaurant's signature dish; a massive, spicy stew loaded with tender meat and potatoes that serves as a dining centerpiece.

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Gangjang KFC Wings

Universally praised as 'to die for' with a crispy, non-oily batter and authentic flavor.