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14 Restaurants In Klang Valley That Will Fix That Intense Korean Food Craving

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1. BBQ Ma Eul Cup Bab @ Damansara Uptown, PJ

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Need a fix for your Korean BBQ cravings? This spot, located in Damansara Uptown, PJ is popular and affordable. The tip is to go there early to get a seat before the crowd arrives.

Try out their spicy rice balls – they're heavenly!

Address:

48, Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Utama
47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Operating hours:
12pm - 12am (Daily)

Contact:
+603-77329955

You can check out their Facebook.

2. Sukdduck Malaysia @ Mont Kiara, KL

Sukdduck's specialty is tteokbokki, a traditional rice cake dish served in Korea. When done right, it's soft, chewy, and has just the right amount of flavour to it. A definite good spot if you're looking for authentic Korean street food.

Address:

3, Ground Floor, Mont Kiara, Jalan Solaris 2,
Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur

Operating hours:
11am - 11pm (Daily)

Contact:
+6011-51303305

You can check out their Facebook.

3. Chicken House @ Mont Kiara, KL

Fried chicken in K-dramas always looks so delish, and here's one spot that makes them authentically!

The Hot Soy Sauce with Garlic and Soy & Garlic flavours are crunchy, juicy, and damn tasty overall. There are also other chicken flavours like GangJeong and Spicy Sauce. But other than fried chicken, the restaurant serves Korean noodles and soups, along with your favourite soju.

Address:

15G, Jalan Solaris 4, Solaris Mont Kiara,
50480 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL

Operating hours:
11am - 11pm (Daily)
Closed on Tuesdays.

Contact:
+603-62115928

You can check out their Facebook.

4. Kitchen Goheung @ Mont Kiara, KL

Imagine sitting in an ajumma's home being served authentic Korean homecooked meals. That's how it apparently feels like at Kitchen Goheung.

Customers rave about their pork bone stew in particular, which is full of flavour and has a hint of sourness from pickled cabbage.

Address:
3A, Jalan Solaris 4, Solaris Mont Kiara,
50480 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL

Operating hours:
10am - 12am (Daily)

Contact:
+603-62061490

You can check out their Facebook.

5. Don Don Korean BBQ @ Desa Sri Hartamas, KL

Opened in 2019, Don Don Korean BBQ has already earned a reputation for serving delicious, authentic Korean food.

Aside from yummy grilled meat, the restaurant also serves pork intestines that are said to be absolutely mouthwatering.

Address:

33G, Plaza Crystalville, Jalan 23/70a,
Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 WPKL

Operating hours:
2.30pm - 12am (Monday to Friday)
1.30pm - 12am (Saturday and Sunday)

Contact:
+6014-6557276

You can check out their Facebook.

6. Sojubang @ Sunway Mentari, PJ

If you're looking for a comfortable place to chill, drink, or play games, Sojubang is the place to be.

It's located above Fat One Steamboat in the Sunway Mentari area. Soju and beer? You're definitely in for a good night. 

Address:

23-1, Jalan PJS 8/17, Bandar Sunway,
46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Operating hours:
5pm - 2am (Daily)

Contact:
+603-74902002

You can check out their Facebook.

7. JangJang Korean Fusion @ Taman Desa, KL

JangJang Korean Fusion is a quaint restaurant in Taman Desa that is perfect if you're looking for a cosy atmosphere.

Aside from soju cocktails, they also serve Japanese sake and other regular beer. A good spot for a chill catch-up with friends or a date night with that special someone.

Address:

Lot 5-1, Level One, Jalan 3/109F,
Danau Business Centre, Taman Danau Desa,
58100 Kuala Lumpur

Operating hours:
5pm - 12am (Daily)
Closed on Sundays.

Contact:
+603-79721915

You can check out their Facebook.

8. Block 75 @ Taman OUG, KL

Think Korean food but with a twist. Block 75 serves Korean dishes aimed at Malaysian tastebuds, such as kimchi ramyun with siu yoke and creamy cheese pizzas topped with kimchi.

Pair them with one of their soju cocktails or an icy cold beer. And don't forget to leave with a photo against the large mural on the restaurant's wall!

Address:
75, Jalan Hujan Rahmat 3,
Taman Oversea Union, 58200
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Operating hours:
4pm - 12am (Daily)

Contact:
+6012-2181352

You can check out their Facebook.

9. Simyassalong Restaurant @ Mont Kiara, KL

Simyassalong is a new cosy Korean restaurant and bar in Mont Kiara, located above Maybank. Each booth has a curtain for privacy, making it a good spot for people to enjoy drinks while snacking over yummy Korean food.

It's not a typical BBQ restaurant but we love its 'speakeasy' vibes.

Address:

15-3, Tingkat 3, Jalan Solaris, Mont Kiara 1, Block B Jalan Solaris,
Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL

Contact:
+6016-9535548

You can check out their Facebook.

10. Sae Ma Eul @ PJ and KL

One of the more popular Korean BBQ chains in KL, Sae Ma Eul is a go-to for many when craving Korean food.

They have several branches, including Mont Kiara, Sri Petaling, Kota Damansara, Bandar Menjalara, and Jaya One.

You can check out their Facebook.

11. Dae Jang Gum Korean BBQ Restaurant @ USJ, Subang Jaya

At Dae Jang Gum, you'll get to enjoy an authentic Korean dining experience by removing your shoes and sitting on a raised 'wooden floor'.

Run by Korean owners, the restaurant usually attracts families living in Subang.

Address:
15-G, Jalan USJ 10/1f, USJ 2,
47620 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Operating hours:
11am - 3pm, 5.30pm - 10pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
5pm - 10.30pm (Mondays)

Contact:
+603-56217002

12. Jinjin Soora Korean Cuisine @ Mont Kiara, KL

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Image via Denise T/LoopMe

Here's a restaurant in KL that attracts Koreans themselves. Run by Korean owners, several reviews talk about how legit the food tastes – as if you're sitting for a home-cooked Korean meal.

And what better way to pair soju than with authentic food!

Address:

Block C-G-02 Plaza Mont Kiara,
2, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur

Operating hours:
11am - 10pm (Daily)

Contact:
+603-62063115

You can check out their Facebook.

13. Gui Gui BBQ Solaris @ Mont Kiara, KL

With Korean BBQ restaurants all over Klang Valley, it can be hard to pick which one to go to. Gui Gui BBQ Solaris is said to provide a non-gimmicky BBQ experience. Plus, it's a great spot for alcohol and meat. 

Address:

12, Jalan Solaris 3, Jalan Solaris, 
Mont Kiara 50480 KL

Operating hours:
12pm - 12am (Daily)

Contact:
+6011-39370503

You can check out their Facebook.

14. Palsaik Korean BBQ @ PJ and KL

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Always having a long queue, Palsaik Korean BBQ has several branches, including those at Sunway Giza Mall, Mid Valley Megamall, and MyTOWN Cheras.

They also have outlets outside of Klang Valley. Check out their website to find out more.

Contact:
+6011-39370503

You can check out their Facebook and website.

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