Yami Restaurant
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About Yami Restaurant
Yami Restaurant is a Korean restaurant on High St in New Malden, with a menu spanning barbecue and sashimi dishes drawing on both Korean and Japanese cooking. Beyond ordering from the 157-item menu, diners can choose an all-you-can-eat buffet option. Starters run from A1 Edamame to the Chives Pancake and Kimchi Pancake, alongside recurring plates like BBQ beef and a seafood pancake. The Korean boneless fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce is another regular order. High chairs are available for families with young children, and the step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs. Reservations are recommended. The restaurant runs Monday to Sunday, closed on Tuesdays. Takeaway is also offered for those eating off site.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available
Menu & Prices
157 dishes · mains £1–40- A1 Edamame (에다마메)£4.00
- A3 Seafood Pancake£9.90
- A4 Chives Pancake (부추전)£8.90
- A5 Kimchi Pancake (김치전)£8.90
- A6 Gganpoonggi (깐풍기)£10.90
- A7 Sweet And Sour Dishes (탕수육)£10.90
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention korean fried chicken, seafood pancake, bbq beef and ginseng chicken soup.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention korean fried chicken, seafood pancake, bbq beef and ginseng chicken soup.
Customer Review Summary
Korean fried chicken draws the most repeat praise, with reviewers singling out the boneless version in sweet and spicy sauce, the mustard and spring onion variety, and one describing a full portion running twelve to fourteen pieces. Close behind, the BBQ buffet and grilling experience come up often, along with the seafood pancake, sundae gukbap, ginseng chicken soup, and spicy pork bowl, praised for tasting authentic and rich. Several note friendly, attentive staff who help with grilling and offer weekday lunch discounts. Complaints recur around consistency, one reviewer found the BBQ meat under-marinated and the pancake too flour-heavy, another found pork rice and kimchi fried rice weaker than the rest of the meal, and a family reported a disappointing buffet visit citing tiny sushi portions, slow second orders, and a height-based child pricing policy they felt was tricky. Some also note soft drinks cost extra during the buffet unless a review is left for a free one.
Customer Review Summary
Korean fried chicken draws the most repeat praise, with reviewers singling out the boneless version in sweet and spicy sauce, the mustard and spring onion variety, and one describing a full portion running twelve to fourteen pieces. Close behind, the BBQ buffet and grilling experience come up often, along with the seafood pancake, sundae gukbap, ginseng chicken soup, and spicy pork bowl, praised for tasting authentic and rich. Several note friendly, attentive staff who help with grilling and offer weekday lunch discounts. Complaints recur around consistency, one reviewer found the BBQ meat under-marinated and the pancake too flour-heavy, another found pork rice and kimchi fried rice weaker than the rest of the meal, and a family reported a disappointing buffet visit citing tiny sushi portions, slow second orders, and a height-based child pricing policy they felt was tricky. Some also note soft drinks cost extra during the buffet unless a review is left for a free one.
Featured reviews
- Marc Bennett
“Our favourite Korean restaurant by far. We always try and stop by and treat ourselves when we're in New Malden. The staff are always brilliant, and the food is excellent. The Korean boneless fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce is amazing.”
- Eliz Chan
“It is all you can eat buffet. Wonderful experience for Korea BBQ style. I like the Kimchi, sprouts, tempura vegetables for my starter. I ordered pork and chicken because they are my favourite food. Yum yum !”
- Sonia Cheung
“We've been a regular customer ever since we moved in New Malden. If you want delicious Korea food, this is the place for you. The fried chicken is top notch , spicy pork rice is also my favourite!”
- UK Celine
“I’m currently eating at this Korean restaurant, and everything is great. The service is very friendly and attentive, and the prices are good with some nice discounts. Most importantly, the food quality is excellent—tasty and well-prepared. Overall, it’s a really good place to eat right now, and I’d definitely recommend it.”
- crystal Sy
“Services are really great!! Staff Friendly and helpful!! Foods are delicious!! Real Korea foods!!”
Hours
- Monday
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- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
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- Friday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Casual Korean and Japanese restaurant serving traditional barbecue dishes and sashimi.”
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Serves alcohol
- Casual
- On-site services not available
- Serves beer
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Dining options· 6
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Offerings· 3
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Parking· 3
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with university students
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs available
Location
Korean restaurants near Yami Restaurant
- Ohaio4.5900.2 mi£1–10
complimentary spring rolls and miso soup, chicken udon set, pork katsu
- Seoul Matjib 서울맛집4.53030.3 mi
kimchi, bibimbap, spicy tofu soup
- Jin Go Gae Restaurant4.11,8590.7 mi£10–50
charcoal grilled beef bulgogi, pork belly, marinated beef ribs
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yami Restaurant | 4.31,578 | — | £10–20 | korean fried chicken, seafood pancake, bbq beef |
| Ohaio | 4.590 | 0.2 mi | £1–10 | complimentary spring rolls and miso soup, chicken udon set, pork katsu |
| Seoul Matjib 서울맛집 | 4.5303 | 0.3 mi | — | kimchi, bibimbap, spicy tofu soup |
| Jin Go Gae Restaurant | 4.11,859 | 0.7 mi | £10–50 | charcoal grilled beef bulgogi, pork belly, marinated beef ribs |
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