Kingsdown, Korean Restaurant Guide

2023 Review: “Some of the most exciting food I have eaten in ages” has made this two-year-old Korean with a “short but tasty menu” a big hit in Bristol and beyond. Chef Duncan Roberts, who has worked for Joel Robuchon in Paris, and his wife Kyu Jeong Jeon moved to Stokes Croft from South Korea, and their fans include Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Top Tip – tongdak – whole chicken stuffed with sticky rice and grilled over charcoal.

Located on Chandos Road in Redland, Bristol, the restaurant aims to create a laid-back, community atmosphere with a menu inspired by Kyu’s upbringing in Korea and time spent living in Seoul. The menu features a variety of Korean staples made from scratch, such as doenjang, gochujang, and makgeolli. Diners can enjoy an à la carte menu with traditional BBQ, a set meal Jungshik, or a Hanjungshik showcasing the chefs’ favorite dishes. The restaurant collaborates with local producers, including Rocketman Produce, for Korean ingredients. The space, arranged across two former shop fronts, includes a wooden countertop, street-facing bay windows, and handmade ceramics. The wine list focuses on low-intervention wines from Bristol-based Vine Trail. Head Chef Clarence Fung, with experience at Dovetale Restaurant and Gordon Ramsay Restaurant Group, leads the kitchen, while Rebecca Lewis manages the front of house as General Manager.