Banchan Korean

Londoners in the know have quietly made Banchan Korean their secret weapon for proper Korean comfort food. Tucked away in the capital, this spot has earned a sterling reputation for its authentic, home-style cooking, backed by spotless Food Hygiene Standards that speak to serious kitchen discipline. Whether you're a kimchi veteran or a bulgogi beginner, the menu here feels like a warm welcome into someone's family kitchen.

The real star is the fried chicken – impossibly crispy, lacquered in a gochujang glaze that hits that perfect sweet-spicy note. Their bibimbap arrives sizzling, with a perfectly runny yolk waiting to be stirred through a rainbow of vegetables and marinated beef. Don't sleep on the tteokbokki either; those chewy rice cakes swimming in a fiery red sauce are dangerously moreish. Order directly through EatEasy for a taste of Seoul that travels surprisingly well, even across the city.