10 Korean Restaurant In Penang To Dine At With Your Chingu

There is no doubt that Korean food is having a certified moment in Penang. The Korean revolution is still going strong in Penang with multiple Korean joints opening in the recent years. Here are some of Penang Foodie favourites, located in the food heaven, Penang in no particular order.

#1 Daorae Korean BBQ Restaurant

At Daorae, the customer’s job is to sit back and enjoy as the servers come to the table and cook for them. Be sure to try the BBQ Tiger Prawn, Ginseng Chicken Soup, Beef Ribs Soup, Kimchi Hotpot and Bibimbap. The service here is on point and always pleasing

Address: 104;104-A, Jln Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 11:30PM-3:30PM, 5:30PM-11:00PM

#2 Sae Ma Eul BBQ

Pork is the star of the show at this Korean barbecue restaurant, Sae Ma Eul. Roll up your sleeves, order a round of beers/ soju, and get ready to gorge on succulent slices of thick and fatty meats that are prepared tableside.

Address: 29D-3-8, 29D-3-9, Automall, Maritime Piazza, Persiaran Karpal Singh, Penang 11600

Operation hours: 11:30PM-3:30PM, 5:30PM-10:30PM

#3 Ko.B.Q Korean Restaurant

Wondering you’re in the right place for Korean BBQ? Yes, you are, enjoy the Assorted BBQ Pork, Pork Neck Marinated in Soy Sauce, Pork Belly, and BBQ Spicy Chicken. Also don’t miss out their authentic Korean dishes such as Kim Chi Hot Pot, Pan Fried Bulgogi, Stir Fried Glass Noodles and more!

Address: 1-1-13A, Elit Avenue, Jalan Mayang Pasir 2, Elite Height, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 11:30PM-3:30PM, 5:30PM-10:30PM

#4 Kim’s Korean Restaurant

This restaurant is particularly good at authentic Korean dishes and especially Dakgalbi, and you’ll get plenty of complimentary banchan to even out the heavy meal.

Address: 4, Jalan Tavoy, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 12PM-3PM, 5:30PM-10:30PM

#5 Sa Rang Chae Korean Restaurant

This inviting little Korean restaurant near Penang Chinese Girl School has been serving quality Korean food for years. We enjoy a simplistic setting of wooden chairs and tables and no-nonsense service. The highlights include BBQ Marinated Pork, Kimchi Soup, Dolsot Bibimbap, Beef Stew and Seafood Pancake, ready to be devoured by us hungry Penangites.

Address: 11-G-1;2, Jalan Gottlieb, Asas Centre, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 12PM-3PM, 6PM-10PM

#6 Seoul Garden @ Sunrise Tower

This restaurant is operated by a Korean couple and offers authentic Korean dishes has been around for many years. NOT TO BE CONFUSED with the other Seoul Garden in the basement of Gurney Plaza. Be sure to try out their BBQ Pork, Seafood Pancake, Kimchi Soup, Pork Bulgogi, Tteokbokki and Chicken Ginseng Soup.

Address: 1st Floor, Sunrise Tower, Persiaran Gurney, Penang

Operation hours: 12PM-3PM, 6PM-10:30PM

#7 Mr. Dak Gal Bi

The famous Mr. Dak Gal Bi has finally landed in Penang. A must try is the popular Cheese Ring Dakgalbi, which comes tender chicken meat in a spicy sauce marinate and melted mozzarella cheese on a hot plate. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.

Address: Gurney Plaza, 170, Persiaran Gurney, George Town, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 10AM-10PM

#8 Miga Korean Restaurant

A relative newcomer to the Korean restaurant scene in Penang. They serve authentic Korean food like Kimchi Soup, Korean Barbecue, Hot Pots, Bibimbap, Jap Chae, Tteokbokki and various Korean noodles. This place is not wallet friendly but the food quality and attentive service are worth every penny.

Address: 12G, Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 10AM-10PM

 

#9 Chun Cheon Korean Dak Gal Bi

This Korean restaurant is a must, simply for the spectacular Dak Gal Bi. The large portions are great for sharing as a mix of marinated spicy chicken, onion, cabbage, noodles, rice cakes and sweet potato in Gochujang (red chili paste) right before our eyes.

Address: Unit No. A1-6 & A1-7, Vantage, Jalan Desiran Tanjung, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 11AM-3AM, 6PM-10PM

#10 Kyochon 1991

When we are in the mood for Korean Fried Chicken, this is the place to go. The atmosphere at this place is great as well. They’re known for their wings/drums in Soy Garlic Series, Red Pepper Series and Honey Series, which are indeed really good.

Address:  Lot G-03A, 168A, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Operation hours: 10AM-10PM