Lee's Korean
Paramaribo
Restaurant in Paramaribo, Suriname
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Lee's Korean is worth considering in Paramaribo when Korean food is the point of the meal, not when the occasion needs awards, chef-name certainty, or a formal service format. Lunch is the easier fit for flexible diners; dinner suits groups better if timing is planned. Cross-shop Eetcafe de Gadri for a more local-feeling meal and Garden of Eden for stronger atmosphere.
About Lee's Korean
Five service days a week is the useful signal here: Lee's Korean is a plan-around-it choice in Paramaribo rather than an always-on fallback. It is worth considering when its Tuesday-through-Saturday schedule fits the day, not when the night needs awards, chef visibility, or a highly documented special-occasion package.
A practical Paramaribo pick with limited information
Paramaribo has several dining options for visitors, so the decision comes down to fit and timing. Choose Lee's Korean when its schedule works for the plan and a casual setting is appropriate. If the meal needs comparison points, Eetcafe de Gadri and Garden of Eden are other options to consider.
The service expectation should be kept practical. The operating schedule and casual dress code are clear. Awards, a chef-led format, menu structure, price points, or booking details are not highlighted, suggesting a more casual approach. That is not a knock; it simply means the safer planning logic is casual meal first, occasion second. For a traveler building a food-focused day, pair this with broader Paramaribo planning rather than making it the only dining anchor.
Use the hours to plan the meal
The current rhythm favors planners: Lee's Korean is closed Monday and Sunday, and service runs Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM and again from 6 PM to 10 PM. The earlier window can suit a daytime stop, while the later window works for an evening plan. Because phone and booking-method details are not published, larger parties should be cautious and avoid assuming last-minute coordination will be easy.
The location is Paramaribo, so plan around the city rather than a more specific address or landmark. If the whole trip needs planning, use broader Paramaribo resources to keep logistics tight.
How to decide between options
Pick Lee's Korean when its schedule and casual profile fit the outing. Compare Eetcafe de Gadri or Garden of Eden if the group wants to weigh Lee's Korean against other dining choices before deciding.
The practical verdict: this is a useful add-on to a Paramaribo food itinerary when the hours work, not the venue to choose when the stakes are high and every detail needs to be guaranteed in advance. Diners who are comfortable with limited published detail will have the clearest fit; diners chasing awards, named chef credentials, specific dishes, prices, or a fully documented occasion setup should cross-shop before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- Mahonylaan 12-14, Paramaribo, Suriname
- Phone
- +597 479-834
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lee's Korean sits modestly on a quiet, residential-commercial stretch of Paramaribo, the kind of neighborhood restaurant that lets a simple sign do the talking. The place reads as a working kitchen rather than an international destination, and that practical, unshowy posture shapes its character: focused, intent, and neighborhood-minded. Writing about the restaurant centers less on spectacle and more on choices: how the team balances imported staples with local produce and whether fermentation components are sourced or made in-house. The result is a low-key, thoughtful spot that feels like a quietly serious addition to the city's dining scene.
Best For
This is a neighborhood spot for people who want straightforward Korean cooking without pretense. It is best for casual dinners and group meals where sharing and sampling matter, especially for diners curious about how Korean staples translate in Suriname. Lee's highlights standbys (bibimbap, Korean fried chicken, bulgogi) that read well in a working-kitchen environment, and the restaurant rewards guests who care about ingredient provenance and the presence (or absence) of traditional fermented elements. It does not present itself as a destination theater; it is a place to eat well and locally-minded.
Ordering Tips
When you order, prioritize dishes that showcase the kitchen's approach to fermentation and staple Korean flavors: bibimbap, bulgogi and the Korean fried chicken are clear signatures. The kitchen emphasizes ingredient geography and fermentation (gochugaru, doenjang, ganjang, kimchi), and it either imports these or produces them locally, so ask whether sauces and kimchi are house-made. Expect some adaptation to local produce; if provenance matters to you, request details from staff about what is imported versus sourced on Surinamese markets to understand how the flavors are being composed.
Venue details
Ambiance
Nice interior with decorative fish pond, pleasant and welcoming atmosphere as per guest reviews.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- bibimbap
- korean_fried_chicken
- bulgogi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Mahonylaan 12-14, Paramaribo, Suriname
Planning details
Location
Mahonylaan 12-14, Paramaribo, Suriname · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Eetcafe de Gadri, Notable alternative
- Garden of Eden, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Paramaribo
Lee's Korean is the cuisine-specific choice in this small comparison set. Choose it when the priority is Korean food and a casual, focused meal. Eetcafe de Gadri is the better fit for diners who want a more Paramaribo-rooted meal, while Garden of Eden is the smarter pick when ambiance carries more weight than cuisine focus.
On booking difficulty, Lee's Korean reads as the easiest of the three to treat casually, but groups should still plan ahead because no phone or booking method is published here. For value, the decision is not price-led because no confirmed price range is listed; instead, judge by meal type. Korean-food seekers should start here, first-time visitors to the city should compare Eetcafe de Gadri, and occasion-led diners should look harder at Garden of Eden.
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Compare Lee's Korean
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Lee's Korean | Paramaribo | No published awards |
| Eetcafe de Gadri | Paramaribo | No published awards |
| Garden of Eden | Paramaribo | No published awards |
How Lee's Korean Paramaribo compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Lee's Korean?
Plan around the schedule: Lee's Korean is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM and 6 PM to 10 PM, and it is closed Monday and Sunday. The location is Paramaribo, so plan around the city and confirm any finer logistics through the venue's current channels.
Can Lee's Korean accommodate groups?
The two service windows from Tuesday through Saturday make advance planning the safer move. For a larger party, Garden of Eden or Eetcafe de Gadri may also be worth comparing.
What are alternatives to compare with Lee's Korean?
Eetcafe de Gadri and Garden of Eden are useful comparison points. Lee's Korean is the clearer pick when its hours and casual profile fit your plan.
Is Lee's Korean good for a special occasion?
Only if the group is comfortable with a casual venue and limited information. For a more flexible celebration, Eetcafe de Gadri or Garden of Eden may also be worth considering.
Is the earlier or later service window better at Lee's Korean?
Both are listed Tuesday through Saturday: the earlier window runs from 11 AM to 3 PM, and the later window runs from 6 PM to 10 PM. Choose based on the timing that best fits your Paramaribo plans.
