KOREAN BBQ HOUSE
St Luke's, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is the practical pick for a casual Korean barbecue meal near London's City fringe, especially with a small group that wants a shared, lively format. It is better for an easy lunch or relaxed dinner than a polished special occasion; cross-shop Tayēr + Elementary for cocktails or Daffodil Mulligan for a broader night out.
About KOREAN BBQ HOUSE
For a diner looking for an easy, casual option in London, KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is best framed as a casual venue in London with posted weekly hours and a later opening on Friday.
Choose it when the basics fit your plan
The clearest use case is a plan where the key details are enough to decide. With a casual dress code, KOREAN BBQ HOUSE can be considered for a relaxed outing.
Timing is the most useful planning detail. KOREAN BBQ HOUSE opens from 12pm Monday through Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, from 3pm on Friday. Closing is 9pm Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Check current details with the venue before making firm plans.
Where it fits in a London shortlist
Compared with Tayēr + Elementary, KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is a different option to weigh if the priority is a casual venue with posted hours and dress code. Compared with The India - City Road, it is another London option to consider when choosing between dining plans. Daffodil Mulligan and The Refinery Citypoint may suit different briefs, while KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is easiest to assess on its basics: London location, casual dress code, posted hours.
The verdict: consider it when the brief is casual and the timing works. If the plan depends on a specific menu, seating style, drinks focus, dietary accommodation, or occasion-level atmosphere, confirm those details directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- 107 Whitecross St, London EC1Y 8JD, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- kbbqhouse.co.uk
- Phone
- +442072565179
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Korean BBQ House operates as an accessible, unpretentious spot on Whitecross Street where the meal’s social choreography is the main attraction. The dining room centres on tableside charcoal and gas grills, and the format encourages shared attention — everyone takes part in flipping, resting and wrapping. That participatory energy keeps conversation constant and makes the room feel casual yet lively without pretense. The experience leans into communal ritual rather than formal presentation, and the neighbourhood setting reinforces a democratic, everyday quality that’s geared to groups and regulars as much as first-time visitors.
Best For
This is a place best suited to groups and relaxed evening gatherings where the meal unfolds over time. The format rewards shared ordering and staggered grilling, so dinners with friends or colleagues who enjoy hands-on, convivial dining get the most out of the visit. Expect a session that revolves around banchan, ongoing refills and rotating cuts of meat — including bulgogi, kalbi and higher-end options like Australian Wagyu — rather than a linear starter-to-dessert progression. The restaurant’s location on Whitecross Street also makes it an easy, informal choice for after-work or neighbourhood dinners.
Ordering Tips
Start by embracing the banchan: those small plates arrive first and remain a constant through the grill service, so use them to build contrast with each cut. Order a range of proteins to share — bulgogi and kalbi are essentials, and a premium piece like Australian Wagyu is best treated as a highlight to savor. Coordinate with your table about grilling rhythm (who flips, when to rest) so nothing overcooks; part of the appeal is the shared control. Finally, think in rounds rather than courses: expect refills and rotating plates rather than a single plated progression.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and energetic atmosphere centered around tabletop grills for grilling meats and seafood amid Korean flavors.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- bulgogi
- kalbi
- Australian Wagyu
Planning details
Location
107 Whitecross St, London EC1Y 8JD, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants cocktails first, choose Tayēr + Elementary. If the brief is a broader City dinner with drinks and less commitment to one cuisine format, try Daffodil Mulligan or The Refinery Citypoint.
Restaurant context
How it compares
Choose KOREAN BBQ HOUSE when the plan is food-led, casual, group-oriented. Tayēr + Elementary is the stronger call for cocktails and a more drinks-focused night, while this makes more sense when the table wants a shared barbecue format.
The India - City Road is the easier comparison for a casual meal nearby: pick it when the group wants familiar Indian ordering, pick KOREAN BBQ HOUSE when the appeal is grilling and sharing. Pinchitos is another casual alternative, but the decision should come down to format rather than price, since no confirmed pricing is listed here.
For a broader City night out, Daffodil Mulligan and The Refinery Citypoint are safer if the group wants drinks, dinner, a more flexible atmosphere in one stop. KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is narrower: better when everyone is aligned on barbecue, less useful when the group needs range.
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Compare KOREAN BBQ HOUSE
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOREAN BBQ HOUSE | London | ; | No published awards |
| Tayēr + Elementary | London | Cocktail Bar | No published awards |
| Pinchitos | London | ; | No published awards |
| The India - City Road | London | ; | No published awards |
| Daffodil Mulligan | London | ; | The Good Food Guide 2025 |
| The Refinery Citypoint | London | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does KOREAN BBQ HOUSE handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy details are not included here. If anyone in your group has specific requirements, confirm ingredients and preparation directly with the venue before planning a meal there.
What should a first-timer know about KOREAN BBQ HOUSE?
Go in with the basics: KOREAN BBQ HOUSE is in London, the dress code is casual, the posted hours run 12–9pm Monday through Thursday, 3–10pm Friday, 12–10pm Saturday, 12–9pm Sunday.
Is KOREAN BBQ HOUSE good for a special occasion?
It is best described as casual. If you are planning a milestone outing and need a particular atmosphere, menu format, or service style, confirm those details directly before making plans. Tayēr + Elementary is a different option to compare for a different kind of plan.
What are alternatives to KOREAN BBQ HOUSE in London?
For other dining plans, compare Tayēr + Elementary, The India - City Road, Daffodil Mulligan, The Refinery Citypoint, Pinchitos depending on the kind of meal you want.
