[ENG] Where to Find the Best Korean Food in Dublin? I Tried These 3 Places!
🍜 A Korean’s Honest Review of Korean Restaurants in Dublin 🇮🇪
If you're in Dublin and craving authentic Korean food, you might have come across Kimchi Hophouse, Arisu, and Korean Table.
But how authentic are they? And more importantly—are they worth the price?
As a Korean living in Dublin, I visited all three restaurants and compared them based on flavor, value for money, and authenticity.
If you're looking for an honest Korean perspective on these restaurants, keep reading!
🍽️ 1. Kimchi Hophouse
- What I ordered: Kimchi Fried Rice (with Beef)
- First impression: The portion was generous, but the rice was a bit too mushy. It lacked the deep, rich flavor I expected from a good kimchi bokkeumbap.
- Taste: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Decent but lacked depth; the beef was salty)
- Value for Money: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Reasonable price, but not exceptional)
- Authenticity: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Adjusted to local tastes; not spicy enough for a Korean palate)
📌 Overall: A decent place if you're craving kimchi fried rice, but don’t expect it to taste like home.
👉 Location: Kimchi Hophouse on Google Maps
🍽️ 2. Arisu
- What I ordered: Spicy Stir-fried Squid & Pork (Ojingeo Je-yuk Bokkeum)
- First impression: The sauce had the right flavor balance! It reminded me of home, but the overall dish was quite salty.
- Taste: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very flavorful, but could use a little less salt)
- Value for Money: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Decent portion, but slightly pricey)
- Authenticity: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Almost there, but the texture of the meat felt different)
📌 Overall: If you're looking for a classic Korean spicy stir-fry, this is the closest I found in Dublin!
👉 Location: Arisu on Google Maps
🍽️ 3. Korean Table
- What I ordered: Kimchi Stew & Seafood Pancake
- First impression: The kimchi stew had a tuna base, which was interesting! It worked well, but the seafood pancake was thicker than usual and less crispy than I expected.
- Taste: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (The stew was nice, but the pancake wasn’t my style)
- Value for Money: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (More expensive than expected)
- Authenticity: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Kimchi stew was close to authentic, but the pancake felt too localized)
📌 Overall: A good option if you miss Korean soups, but don't expect perfect pancakes!
👉 Location: Korean Table on Google Maps
🌍 Final Thoughts: What You Need to Know About Korean Food in Dublin
✅ Portion Sizes Are Large – Each dish felt like two servings compared to Korean portions.
✅ Saltier Than Usual – If you’re sensitive to salty food, be prepared!
✅ More Foreign-Friendly – Some dishes are adjusted to suit local palates (less spicy, milder flavors).
✅ Expensive Compared to Korea – Expect to pay €15-€20 per dish.
What surprised me the most was that many Irish locals were dining at these Korean restaurants! Seeing the global love for Korean food made me proud. 🇰🇷✨
Overall, I found the food saltier than what I'm used to in Korea, but taste preferences can vary! What might be a bit too salty for me could be just right for others.
That being said, all three restaurants offer a unique take on Korean cuisine in Dublin, and it's exciting to see Korean food becoming more popular here.
If you're craving Korean flavors or want to try something new, I’d still recommend visiting these places and seeing which one suits your taste best!" 😊
Other Korean Restaurants to Check Out in Dublin
If you’re still looking for more Korean food options, here are some places I haven't tried yet but have heard good things about:
- Han Sung Korean – A traditional-style Korean restaurant
- Jaru – A casual, modern take on Korean cuisine (great for lunch)
- Drunken Fish – A mix of Korean & Japanese dishes
If you've been to any great Korean restaurants in Dublin, drop your recommendations in the comments!
