Top 5 Korean restaurants in Bangkok
Where to find delicious Korean BBQ, fried chicken, and fine dining in Bangkok's hottest restaurants
Blackpink, Squid Game, Laneige… the Korean Wave has the whole world hooked. But even if you’ve never streamed a K-drama or stocked up on glass-skin serums, Korean food will win you over. It’s bold, fun, and built for sharing.
These days, Bangkok’s Korean food scene is hotter than ever. From late-night K-BBQ joints and bubbling pots of kimchi jjigae to bowls of bibimbap, the options keep growing, and so does the hype. Here are our pics of the best Korean restaurants in Bangkok right now, in no particular order.
Note: We have a different list for the best restaurants in Korea Town.
The 5 Best Korean restaurants in Bangkok
| Name (Click to jump to section) | Address | Opening Hours | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bornga Thailand | 39 Boulevard Executive Residence | Daily, 11.30am to 3pm and 5.30pm to 10pm | Famous for authentic and affordable Korean BBQ with a wide variety of meats, stews, and bibimbap. |
| Juksunchae | Town Hall Sukhumvit 49 | Wed to Sun, 6pm to 11pm | Michelin-featured fine dining spot by Chef Henry Lee serving creative takes on classic Korean dishes. |
| Bangkok Bangjom | Civic Horizon – Hotel & Residences, Ekkamai | Tue to Fri, 11.30am to 3.30pm & 5pm to 8.30pm; Sat to Sun, 11.30am to 8.30pm | Loved by locals and Korean expats for its legendary jjajangmyeon and tang su yuk. |
| BanJoo Korean BBQ | Mille Malle, Sukhumvit | Daily, 12pm to 10.30pm | Stylish BBQ eatery offering premium cuts of meat plus unique dishes like Bulgogi Carbonara. |
| Choongman Chicken | Various locations (featured: By Bua Silom) | Varies by branch; Silom: Daily, 10am to 2am | Popular chain specialising in crispy Korean fried chicken with signature flavours like snow onion and soy tikkudak. |
1. Bornga Thailand
Address: Bornga Thailand, 39 Boulevard Executive Residence
Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am to 3pm and 5.30am to 10pm
Popular among locals and tourists alike, Bornga is the highest on our list due to its authentic Korean taste. Here, mouth-watering aromas of grilled meats fill the air.
As a Korean barbecue restaurant, they serve a wide selection of meat cuts. These range from the tender ox tongue, and beef bulgogi to spicy pork belly, but mixed salads and staples like Kimchi Stew, Japchae (glass noodles with stir-fried pork and vegetables), and Bibimbap (mixed rice with meat and veggies) are available as well. But best of all, each meal is affordable making them even more enticing.
2. Juksunchae
Address: Juksunchae, Town Hall Sukhumvit 49
Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 6pm to 11pm
When you’re in the mood for Korean fine dining, Juksunchae is the place to book. Recently featured in the Michelin Guide, this Korean restaurant is led by Chef Henry Lee, who puts a fresh spin on classic Korean dishes.
Everything on the menu, like the uni bibimbap, looks almost too pretty to eat and full of surprises. The tasting menu is filling, so make sure you arrive hungry. Plus, Chef Henry explains every dish himself to make the whole meal feel personal.
The restaurant itself is chic and welcoming, with Korean touches in the décor. It’s perfect for birthdays, date nights, or whenever you feel like treating yourself.
3. Bangkok Bangjom
Address: Bangkok Bangjom, Civic Horizon – Hotel & Residences
Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday, 11.30am to 3.30pm and 5pm to 8.30pm / Saturday and Sunday, 11.30am to 8.30pm
At first glance, Bangkok Bangjom is easy to miss, but once you try their food, it’s all you’ll be able to talk about. This modest restaurant in Ekkamai has built a loyal following, especially among the city’s Korean expat crowd, for one simple reason: it nails the classics.
The jjajangmyeon here is the stuff of legend, served with springy, chewy noodles and a black bean sauce that’s rich with pork rather than padded with potatoes. Portions are huge, so bring a friend (or come hungry), and don’t skip the tang su yuk. The sweet-and-sour-pork arrives with crisp batter, juicy meat, and a sweet-tangy sauce.
4. BanJoo Korean BBQ
Address: Banjoo Korean BBQ, Mille Malle
Opening hours: Daily, 12pm to 10.30pm
Founded by Injin “Lauren” Kim, Banjoo is a stylish BBQ eatery located just a short distance away from Benchasiri Park. Its menu features a fusion of Korean and Western ingredients with a variation of beef cuts such as rib-eye and wagyu. Aside from this, diners can choose from other meats such as intercostal muscle, pork belly, tiger prawn and fermented octopus. We especially love their unique Bulgogi Carbonara (Korean Beef Bulgogi served with white-cream spaghetti).
5. Choongman Chicken
Address: Various locations across Bangkok. Featured: Choongman Chicken, By Bua Silom
Opening hours: Depends on branch. Featured: Daily, 10am to 2am
KFC is always a good idea (sorry Colonel Sanders, this time we mean Korean Fried Chicken), and Choongman Chicken has become one of Bangkok’s go-tos, and for good reasons.
With several branches across the city, this Korean restaurant has built its reputation on crisp, golden chicken that strikes the perfect balance between juicy meat and light, crunchy batter. Sauces are where Choongman really shines. The snow onion flavour is a crowd favourite, but the soy sauce tikkudak will you have you planning your next visit before you’ve even left.
Portions are generous, making it easy to share (or not), and everything pairs well with their side dishes. Some branches, like Silom, stay open until 2am, so it’s a lifesaver for late-night cravings.
With the sumptuous fare at each of these Korean restaurants, you won’t have to travel to Korea to sample its cuisine. If you want to explore other Asian tastes in Bangkok read our articles on the best Chinese restaurants and Indian restaurants in the city. Also, check out a local edition and our partner’s website ‘Agoda‘ to find the best hotel for your trip.
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