London's Korea Town
New Malden
Home to Europe's largest Korean community, New Malden is a foodie destination like no other. From sizzling BBQ joints to bingsoo cafes, the high street serves up authentic Korean flavours that rival Seoul itself.
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All Venues in New Malden
17 venues
Cah Chi
Guardian-approved Korean BBQ with table-side grilling, exceptional banchan, and Grace Dent's stamp of 'umami-drenched deliciousness'.
Cake & Bingsoo Cafe
K-dessert heaven on the high street — towering bingsoo, croffles, and proper coffee from Ozone.
Chick and Beers
Double-fried Korean chicken with ASMR-worthy crunch, served with ice-cold beers in frozen glasses.
CHOI'CE Cake & Coffee
Custom Korean-style cakes on Kingston Road. Handmade celebration cakes with that distinctive Korean aesthetic — minimalist, elegant, Instagram-ready.
H Mart
New Malden's flagship Korean supermarket. Full-service with fresh produce, seafood counter, and every Korean ingredient you could need.
Ha Ru
Family-run Korean spot that feels more like someone's kitchen than a restaurant — in the best way.
Han
Grand Korean BBQ with traditional wooden pavilions and karaoke rooms hidden beneath an office tower.
Imone
A small family-run Korean spot where the home-style cooking and golden pajeon have earned it an 8.5 from The Infatuation.
Jin Go Gae
Authentic Korean BBQ cooked over real charcoal, not gas — you can taste the difference in every caramelized edge.
Korea Foods
Industrial-scale Korean supermarket with the biggest range in the network. Wholesale vibes, retail prices, and aisles you could get lost in.
Seoul Matjib
Korean comfort food done right — tteokbokki, hearty soups, and fluffy pajeon in a simple, recently refurbished space.
Sorabol
A high street Korean BBQ spot with 15+ years of history, generous banchan, and one of the best vegetarian selections in K-Town.
The Real Butchers
Quality-focused butcher on Kingston Road. High-welfare meat, additive-free sausages, and staff who care about where your dinner comes from.
Tongdak
No-frills Korean fried chicken with undeniable crunch — hand-battered, made to order, worth the wait.
Treestone Butchers
New Malden's Korean BBQ specialist. Pre-marinated galbi, bulgogi-ready cuts, and fresh meat for home Korean cooking.
Yami
High street Korean BBQ where the food tastes exactly like Seoul — at New Malden prices.
You Me Korean
New Malden's OG Korean spot since 1988 — handmade jajangmyeon noodles so long they come with scissors.
Local's Guide to New Malden
Getting Here
New Malden station is 25 minutes from London Waterloo on South Western Railway. The high street starts right outside the station — you can't miss the Korean signs.
Pro Tips
- • Visit H Mart for Korean groceries and snacks
- • Weekday lunches are quieter than weekends
- • Many spots are cash-preferred — bring notes
- • Sunday after church is peak Korean family time
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