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Quick stats: 5 korean restaurants within easy reach | Price range: $15-25 per person | Best for: Korean fried chicken
The Rankings
1. Bap House
Rating: 4.1/5 | Price: $18-28 per person | Best for: tteokbokki
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: bibimbap and kimchi jjigae Skip: the dessert menu – stick to mains
2. Gangnam Kitchen
Rating: 4.2/5 | Price: $30-40 per person | Best for: bulgogi
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: kimchi jjigae and tteokbokki Skip: nothing, it is all solid
3. Seoul Kitchen
Rating: 4.7/5 | Price: $23-33 per person | Best for: tteokbokki
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: bibimbap and kimchi jjigae Skip: nothing, it is all solid
4. Kimchi Mama
Rating: 4.1/5 | Price: $15-25 per person | Best for: bulgogi
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: bulgogi and bibimbap Skip: nothing, it is all solid
5. K-BBQ House
Rating: 4.3/5 | Price: $23-33 per person | Best for: kimchi jjigae
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: bibimbap and Korean fried chicken Skip: nothing, it is all solid
Price Comparison
| Venue | Avg Per Person | BYO | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bap House | $15 | No | Yes |
| Gangnam Kitchen | $18 | Yes | Yes |
| Seoul Kitchen | $30 | No | No |
| Kimchi Mama | $27 | No | Yes |
| K-BBQ House | $34 | Yes | Yes |
What to Know Before You Go
- Best night to visit: Thursday-Friday for fresh prep
- Booking recommended? Walk-in usually fine
- Parking: Can be tight on
