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Korean Food Sydney
Sydney is home to a large population of Korean expats and students, so itâs no surprise that the city has some of the best Korean food in Australia! If youâre looking for some delicious Korean cuisine, then check out our list of 20 best Korean food Sydney. From Bibimbap to Bulgogi, these restaurants will have your taste buds singing with joy!
1) Kangnam BBQ
Key Services | Unlimited side dishes |
Address | Shop R2 Westfield Hornsby 236 Pacific Highway Hornsby NSW 2077 |
Website | https://www.kangnambbq.com/ |
Phone | (02) 9482 8818 |
Operating Hours | Mon-Sun 11am-3pm, 5-10pm |
Kangnam offers a wide range of side dishes to complement their delectable main courses. When you order, youâll see that little side dishes are provided as BANCHAN, which are completely free and are served every morning. Kimchi, lettuce salad, and mashed potatoes are all included. Whatâs not to like about free food?
Key Differentiators:
- Serves various side dishes
- Delectable main courses
- Unlimited side dishes
Customerâs Review:
Some of the best Korean food you can find outside of Eastwood and Strathfield. The prices are a little steep but they serve an incredible selection of sides and the black bean noodles are mint.
Jason Yeo
2) Bornga Korean BBQ Restaurant
Key Services | Korean traditional restaurant |
Address | Level 1/78 Harbour St, Haymarket NSW 2000 |
Website | https://bornga-korean-bbq-restaurant.business.site/ |
Phone | 0417 054 555 |
Operating Hours | Mon: 4:30 â 10:30 PM Tue: 4:30 â 10:30 PM Wed: 4:30 â 10:30 PM Thu: 4:30 â 10:30 PM Fri: 11:30 AM â 3:00 PM, 4:30 â 11:00 PM Sat: 11:30 AM â 3:00 PM, 4:30 â 11:00 PM Sun: 11:30 AM â 3:00 PM, 4:30 â 10:00 PM |
On Harbour Street in Haymarket, this busy and noisy Korean BBQ restaurant has a number of tables. The booths are packed with spaced-out people who circle the cooktops. The name of the eatery comes from the Woo Samgyeop beed, which is a must-order item. The paper-thin beef crisps up just like sliced bacon, and itâs as delicious as ever.
Key Differentiators:
- Has different kinds of charcoal barbecue dishes
- Fresh ingredients and cooking methods
- Korean traditional restaurant
Customerâs Review:
Ambience and food was 10/10, very cheap and filling. Wouldâve gave 5/5 stars but they donât allow outside food so couldnât celebrate my cake and no soft drink jugs?? I didnât ask for her name, but our section waitress (dyed hair: purple? n tan) was very attentive and kind!! would definitely come back!
leeanne Nguyen
3) Sparrowâs Mill
Key Services | Carefully selected fresh local ingredients |
Address | 1 Network Pl. North Ryde 2113 |
Website | https://www.sparrowsmill.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 9805 1260 |
icgbdm@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Sun â Thur & Sat: 11:00am â 08:30pm Fri: 11:00am â 09:30pm |
Sparrowâs Mill is Sydneyâs best-kept secret, dedicated to flavor and created with fresh ingredients. More than just fried chicken, this Korean restaurant serves healthy and hearty meals that incorporate traditional tastes with a contemporary twist. Youâd be hard-pressed to find another location that delivers as much deliciousness as this!
Key Differentiators:
- Traditional to contemporary recipe
- Carefully selected fresh local ingredients
- Serves new style of Korean Fried Chicken
Customerâs Review:
A quaint, yet bustling restaurant in the heart of the central district. The food was quality, flavoursome and fresh. The menu was fairly vast and has a little bit for everyone. Would very much recommend for a social dinner and drinks to share.
Tahlia Ainsworth
4) Jonga Jip
Key Services | Healthy and heart-warming dishes |
Address | 87 Rowe Street Eastwood Strathfield, NSW, Australia 2122 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/Jonggajip/ |
Phone | +61 2 9858 5160 |
jonggajipbbq@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Monday: 10:00 AM â 9:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM â 5:00 PM |
Jonga Jip serves a range of tastes with their comprehensive menu. If youâre not sure what to get, the helpful employees will help you choose. Thereâs something for everyone at this KBBQ restaurant in Sydney, from the regular kimchi to dumplings, Korean sauna eggs, and green beans. Whatâs the best part? Your waiter will add to the list whenever you need more.
Key Differentiators:
- Offers healthy and heart-warming dishes
- Accommodating staff
- Unlimited side dishes
Customerâs Review:
Love the beef short ribs, well marinated and they are just so juicy when you bite and chew on them. Must try using a piece of lettuce wrap the meat with some rice. Food is fresh, comfortable, non-smokey environment, and excellent service.
RavRen
5) Jang Ta Bal
Key Services | Using traditional charcoal grills |
Address | 16 Lyons Street Strathfield NSW 2135 |
Website | https://jangtabal.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 9747 2800 |
Operating Hours | Mon-Sun 5pm-11:55pm |
In Korean, âta balâ means âto walk a long distance slowly.â Every time you walk through the doors of Jang Ta Bal, the personnel there will go the extra mile to ensure that your visit is enjoyable. Prepare yourself some of the freshest cuts of meat and try a plethora of healthy and delectable sides. You may locate Korean BBQ in Strathfield and the CBD, which is open late, using traditional charcoal grills.
Key Differentiators:
- Freshest cuts of meat
- Using traditional charcoal grills
- Plethora of healthy and delectable sides
Customerâs Review:
Yummy side dishes, marinated beef brisket and pork dishes are good! Great service and friendly staff. Definitely go back next time.
HoĂ ng Nguyáť n Viáťt
6) Milliore
Key Services | Serves Korean traditional hotpots |
Address | Sydney, NSW, Australia 2000 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/milliore/ |
Phone | +61 2 8542 5266 |
info@milliore.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Wednesday: 4:00 PM â 4:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM â 4:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM â 5:00 AM Saturday: 4:00 PM â 5:00 AM Sunday: 4:00 PM â 4:00 AM |
At Milliore, experience the essence of Korean cuisine in Sydneyâs CBD. This eateryâs laid-back and sophisticated ambience is only the beginning. Their menu features delectable meals like seafood pancakes and traditional hotpots, among others. Youâve arrived at the correct spot if youâre looking for a place to catch up with friends and family!
Key Differentiators:
- Convenient location
- Has delectable seafood pancakes
- Serves Korean traditional hotpots
Customerâs Review:
Great little restaurant with outstanding service. The food and mocktails were nice. We had dinner here before going to the theatre. Surprised it was still open at 2am, so it was great to have a hotpot before retiring for the night.
Ana Maliepo
7) KOGI Korean BBQ
Key Services | Generous serving sizes |
Address | Level 3, 9-13 Hay Street, Haymarket, 2000 |
Website | https://kogi.com.au/ |
Phone | (02) 9042 1637 |
book@kogi.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Tue â Sun : 5pm till late Lunch : Fri â Sun, 12pm â 3pm |
Kogiâs scrumptious portions are only the beginning of what makes it one of the cityâs greatest Korean BBQ experiences. The standout dishes, which include bathed pork and beef ribs with steamed egg, are just too delicious to split. The side dishes frequently vary, providing you with a unique eating experience every time you dine there. With the warm ambience and kind staff, youâll want to return many times.
Key Differentiators:
- Changing menu of side dishes
- Cosy atmosphere
- Generous serving sizes
Customerâs Review:
This KBBQ restaurant offers a big meat menu but also many different Korean dishes. Very suitable for big groups. The meat is good. The raw beef is super yummy and I really enjoyed the japchae as well.
Hayley Lam
8) Gyeong Bok Gung
Key Services | Serves 12 Banchan to choose from |
Address | 1031 Victoria Rd West Ryde West Ryde, NSW, Australia 2114 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/GBGbbq/ |
Phone | +61 2 8283 2041 |
gyeongbokgung2019@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Monday: 9:00 AM â 5:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM â 10:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM â 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM â 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM â 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM â 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM â 10:00 PM |
The owner of this Sydney KBBQ restaurant loves to fill your table, and we love it when a KBBQ does the same. There are twelve banchan available, including potatoes and cucumber salads. The banquet lunch, which begins with a sizzling dish and concludes with the traditional toasted rice soup, is one of our favorites. When weâre looking for a Korean Barbeque near me, this restaurant will certainly satisfy your hunger.
Key Differentiators:
- Serves 12 Banchan to choose from
- Banquet lunch
- Serves classic toasted rice soup
Customerâs Review:
Our family went here for a birthday celebration and it was great! The restaurant and buffet area was clean, there was a wide range of meats to choose from as well as Korean sides. There is rice and salad and a delicious dessert bar! It was exceptionally high quality for a buffet and I would definitely recommend!
Daniella Williams
9) BBQ City Buffet
Key Services | 300-seat family restaurant |
Address | Little Saigon Plaza, Level 5/462 Chapel Rd, Bankstown NSW 2200 |
Website | https://www.bbqcity.com.au/ |
Phone | (02) 8739 1697 |
Operating Hours | Monday to Sunday Lunch: 11.00am â 3.00-pm Monday to Sunday Dinner: 4.30pm â 10.00pm |
BBQ City Buffet is a 300-seat family restaurant that combines traditional Korean design with contemporary interior design. The buffet dining eliminates ambiguity by providing more than 40 items to try at your leisure. The BBQ City located in Bankstown, out of Sydneyâs west, is ideal for those who donât want to travel into the city.
Key Differentiators:
- 300-seat family restaurant
- Serves over 40 dishes
- Halal friendly Korean BBQ restaurant
Customerâs Review:
First time diner. Everything was absolutely delicious. Great experience. Highly recommend.
Mahaag Pentecost
10) Arisun
Key Services | Caters for any cultural groups and age |
Address | Shop 35 / 1 Dixon Street Haymarket 2000 |
Website | https://www.arisunrestaurant.com.au/ |
Phone | +61 2 9264 1588 |
chinatown@arisunrestaurant.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Fri to Sat: 12PM â 1:30AM (Kitchen closes at 12:45AM) Sunt o Thur: 12PM â 10:30PM (Kitchen closes at 9:45P ) |
Look no further than Arisun if youâre looking for fried chicken. You can enjoy the entire breadth of Korean cuisine at Arisun, which includes black bean noodles and smoked, grilled meats, since it is one of the greatest restaurants in Sydney to get the classic dish. Feel instantly transported to Seoul as you lounge in front of a warm fireplace. What else could you ask for?
Key Differentiators:
- Implementing hints of Chinese flavours to its Korean cuisines
- Large selection of beverages
- Caters for any cultural groups and age
Customerâs Review:
Amazing food so good cooked fresh portions are so big highly recommend this place.
Joe Borsellino
11) Jung Sung
Key Services | Contemporary Korean restaurant |
Address | 668-670 Parramatta Road Croydon, NSW, Australia 2132 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/ilovewagyuhouse/ |
Phone | +61 437 711 774 |
wagyuhouse63@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Monday: 4:00 PM â 10:00 PM Tuesday: 4:00 PM â 9:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 PM â 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 PM â 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 PM â 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 AM â 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 AM â 9:00 PM |
Jung Sung is a thrilling Contemporary Korean restaurant located in the Old Rum Store on Sydneyâs busy Kensington Street. The Jung Sung menu is refreshed seasonally and is focused on fresh, locally sourced Australian ingredients. Each dish incorporates traditional Korean cooking techniques with contemporary Australian tastes and native ingredients. Jung Sung Contemporary Korean is a one-of-a-kind knowledge of Korean cuisine that has never been seen in Sydney before.
Key Differentiators:
- Contemporary Korean restaurant
- Menu is updated seasonally
- Combines traditional Korean cooking methodology and fermentation with Modern Australian flavours
Customerâs Review:
Absolutely loved the food! One of the best degustations I have had in Sydney. The presentation was beautiful, the flavours were amazing and the staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and delivered excellent customer service. Convenient location near the Old Clare Hotel & Spice Alley. We canât wait to go back and take friends there too. Highly recommended.
Reina Sumi
12) Se Jong Korean BBQ
Key Services | Affordable prices |
Address | 270 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Restaurant/Se-Jong-Korean-Restaurant-1731143240237585/ |
Phone | (02) 8964 0133 |
Operating Hours | Mon-Sun 5-10:30pm |
Se Jong Korean BBQ Buffet is a wonderful choice for family and group dinners. Thereâs often a long line out the front, so make reservations in advance to avoid disappointment. There are many authentic Korean BBQ options to pick from to ensure that everyone at the table finds something they like (or ten).
Key Differentiators:
- Affordable prices
- Buffet-style restaurant
- Vast range of authentic Korean BBQ
Customerâs Review:
Good value for all you can eat Korean BBQ in the city. $35 for 2 hours with plenty of selections including Angus and Wagyu beef. They also have sushi, Korean fried chicken and other staple Korean side dishes and main dishes.
Reynaldi Hadianto
13) Danjee
Key Services | High quality of meat cuts |
Address | 1/7 Albion Place, Sydney CBD |
Website | http://www.danjee.com.au/ |
Phone | 0432 748 907 |
Operating Hours | Mon-Thur 12-2pm & 5-9pm, Fri-Sat 12-3pm & 5-10pm, Sun 12-2:30pm & 5-9pm |
Danjee is the place to go for really genuine KBBQ. This high-end dining area goes all out in terms of appearance and meat cuts. A danjee is a container used to ferment food, which symbolizes their dedication to traditional cooking. The restaurant also offers cross-cultural cuisine to cater to every taste buds. The menu is jam-packed with delicious meats, soups, stews, and noodles, making it a must-visit on our list of the finest Korean BBQ Sydney has to offer.
Key Differentiators:
- Fine dining presentations
- High quality of meat cuts
- Offers fusion dishes
Customerâs Review:
Danjee is one of the premium Korean restaurants in city. Itâs the only place that I take the special guests & my date. Interior is nice, itâs clean, dishes are presented well and has a very reliable range of Korean dishes. Danjee lunch boxes are also very good. Highly recommended for the business lunches & special occasion gatherings.
Teddy Kim
14) JooMak Korean Restaurant
Key Services | Diverse and authentic food |
Address | 7/18-26 Anderson Street Chatswood NSW 2067 Australia |
Website | https://joomakkoreanrestaurant.business.site/ |
Phone | (02) 8317 6996 |
Operating Hours | Mon: 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Tue: 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Wed: 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Thu: 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Fri: 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Sat: 11:30 AM â 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM â 12:00 AM Sun: 11:30 AM â 2:30 PM, 5:00 â 10:00 PM |
JooMak Korean Restaurant is more than just another great restaurant. The cuisine at this establishment goes above and beyond basic expectations. Combining history and tradition, as well as overlapping regional influences, the food is both distinctive and genuine. BBQ pork, chicken, and beef are prepared in an inventive way that is delicious.
Key Differentiators:
- Provides a full culinary experience
- Diverse and authentic food
- Pork, chicken and beef are cooked in a novel and delicious way
Customerâs Review:
Authentic Korean flavour . Friendly and welcoming staff! Many side dishes . I have not tried BBQ yet . I would definitely recommend this restaurant if you are after best Korean restaurant.
Ninmal M.
15) Butchers Buffet
Key Services | Rotating range of meats, salads, noodles, banchan |
Address | Locations |
Website | https://www.butchersbuffet.com.au/ |
Phone | Locations |
Operating Hours | Locations |
Butchers Buffet is taking the most mouthwatering takeover in recent memory, with locations in Strathfield, Eastwood, and Haymarket. The buffet at Butchers Buffet is heavy on meat and offers a changing selection of meats, salads, noodles, banchan, sauces, and desserts.
Key Differentiators:
- Rotating range of meats, salads, noodles, banchan
- Vibrant atmosphere
- Cooks without any preservative
Customerâs Review:
Really great Experience, they offered a range of meats really fresh and quailty too. The venue had great ventilation, it wasnt too smoky inside. And you get a free beverage with the meal. Best to line up at least 30minutes early coz it gets packed real quick ! Enjoy guys.
Cleo Fernandez
16) Maroo Korean Charcoal Restaurant
Key Services | Full of house-made banchan |
Address | 16 Church Street Ryde NSW 2112 |
Website | http://www.marookorean.com/ |
Phone | 2 9808 6864 |
Operating Hours | Daily 11:00 AM â 10:00 PM |
Maroo is known for its barbecue and rice paper rolls. Hereâs a quick rundown on each of them. Galbi ($60) and the $60 combination, which includes thinly sliced skirt steak, soy-marinated pork neck, mussels, and a tiny octopus, are the best methods to try the limited barbecue menu. Korean rice paper are a Korean-Australian invention that have been modified Vietnamese DIY rice paper rolls with different ingredients and Korean sauces, making them an excellent foil to a chargrilled meal.
Key Differentiators:
- Full of house-made banchan
- Chargrilled meats
- Famous for barbecue and Korean rice paper rolls
Customerâs Review:
This place sells authentic Korean home food. Itâs clean and fresh. PS Koreans order the rice paper roll platters take away from here. This is place is probably most well-known in Sydney for it.
Jennifer Song, nĂŠe Seo
17) 678 Sydney
Key Services | Features premium beef and pork |
Address | Level 1, 396 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000 |
Website | http://678sydney.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 9281 8997 |
Operating Hours | Monday 10:00 AM â 11:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM â 10:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM â 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 AM â 11:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM â 11:59 PM Saturday 11:00 AM â 12:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM â 10:00 PM |
678 Sydneyâs chefs want to share the exquisite tastes of Korea with the rest of the world and assist people in experiencing Korean culture through their cuisine. Premium beef, pork, various vegetables, soup, and a variety of spirits are all available on the menu. The alluring scents and brilliant colors of this Korean restaurant in Sydneyâs Central Business District, now in Eastwood, will leave you with passion, vitality, and an overly sated tummy.
Key Differentiators:
- Features premium beef and pork
- Serves variety of liquors
- Exquisite flavours of Korea
Customerâs Review:
Fresh, tasty, and could not be more authentic. After you scan the menu, you place your order on your own phone and shortly after you will begin seeing the various protein platters at your table.
Anna Blackman
18) Wagyu House
Key Services | Two chilled buffets |
Address | Level 3, Old Rum Store / 2 â 10 Kensington St. Chippendale NSW 2008 |
Website | https://www.jungsung.com.au/ |
Phone | +61 400 991 011 |
jungsungfinedining@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Open for Lunch â Saturday & Sunday 11.30am â 3.30pm Open for Dinner â Tuesday to Sunday 5.30pm â Late |
Sizzling Jâs combines the best of all culinary worlds at one unique location; all-you-can-eat, buffet, and barbeque. Thatâs correct: grab a red chair, pay your fee, then go to one of the two refrigerated buffets overflowing with cuts of meat for grilling.For just $39.90, you may use the Professionalâs Choice 2-Hour Playtime to cook and sizzle for as long as you wish.
Key Differentiators:
- All-you-can-eat
- Two chilled buffets
- Brimming with cuts of meat for the cooking
Customerâs Review:
Very authentic. Fresh food but boy is it chaotic in the best way possible. Very affordable and you get lots of varieties of meat and what not. Would go back in a heartbeat. Just be mentally prepared to know that this is a busy place. Bring plenty of wipes to clean your hands and tables with. Bring cash if you can. We didnât take photos because we got stuck into eating food!
Tajida Reza
19) SĂĄng by Mabasa
Key Services | Authentic flavours with a contemporary viewing |
Address | 98 Fitzroy St., Surry Hills, NSW |
Website | http://www.sangbymabasa.com.au/ |
Phone | 02.9331.5175 |
sangbymasa@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | THU â SUN 11:30-14:30/ 18:00 â 22:00 MONDAY â WEDNESDAY CLOSED |
The second family-owned restaurant, SĂĄng by Mabasa, is located in Surrey Hills and is the sequel to Mabasa in Balmain. Their goal is to provide genuine tastes with a contemporary perspective. We believe that Korean cuisine has a lot of depth and want to portray traditional tastes in a simplified form, from starters to sweets, by utilizing the highest quality ingredients and selecting the finest possible components.
Key Differentiators:
- Authentic flavours with a contemporary viewing
- Depth of Korean cuisine
- Interpreting traditional flavours
Customerâs Review:
Sang by Mabasa is a great Korean food experience. I was taken aback by the beautiful presentation and great flavours of each dish. This restaurant prides itself on showcasing Korean cuisine that you would not normally find at a âtypicalâ Korean restaurant. Definitely want to come back.
Paul A
20) Soul Dining
Key Services | Modern Australian techniques |
Address | 204 Devonshire Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
Website | https://souldining.com.au/ |
Phone | (02)8593 4957 |
info@souldining.com | |
Operating Hours | Tuesdays â Saturdays 5 PM ~ late |
In the heart of Surry Hills on Devonshire Street, Soul Dining is a restaurant that specializes in uniquely Korean cuisine with modern Australian techniques and the finest of local ingredients. The restaurantâs name, Hanjungwan, means âKorean pavilionâ and is a reflection of the ownerâs aim to create a space that celebrates Korean culture and cuisine.
Key Differentiators:
- Specializes in uniquely Korean cuisine
- Modern Australian techniques
- Owner aims to celebrate Korean culture
Customerâs Review:
Such a great experience tonight. Hadnât heard much about Soul dining before but would return. We had the tasting menu and they tailored it for me due to dietary requirements and I was amazed at how effortless that was. Iâd recommend the tasting menu as you get to try so many items from the menu. My personal favourite was the prawn tteokbokki â I will go back to eat this again and again!
Maria K
Korean Food Sydney
If youâre looking for some of the best Korean food Sydney, then youâll want to check out these 20 restaurants. From all-you-can-eat barbeques to contemporary takes on traditional cuisine, these restaurants will leave you with a satisfying meal and a new appreciation for Korean food Sydney. Have you tried any of these restaurants? Let us know in the comments below! And donât forget to share this list with your food-loving friends! until next time, kimchi on!
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