16 Delicious Korean Restaurants in Louisville

By Erica Rucker on Tue, Mar 5, 2024 at 12:07 pm

A bowl of sesame-scented salad joins traditional banchan snacks at the center of the table at Nami Korean Steakhouse: Spicy kimchi, three variations on cooling, tangy greens. and three hot sauces.

Did you know that Louisville is full of amazing Korean food? It's true!

We've written about the subject a lot lately. From Chef Edward Lee's award-winning steakhouse Nami to weekend brunch at Cafe KIWA and the Korean Corridor along Frankfort Avenue, we're so excited about the plethora of Asian eateries, bakeries, and cafes opening up around the city.

Check out this list of Korean restaurants in Louisville and don't forget to let us know which is your favorite.

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Lee's Korean Restaurant

1941 Bishop Ln.
40+ years can’t be wrong. This is the classic Korean spot. It’s kind of an IYKYK secret tucked into the ground floor of an office complex. It’s Jajangmyeon is superb.

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Koreana III

5009 Preston Hwy.
A local favorite and close second to Lee’s. Koreana offers intimate dining with great conversation, especially if you know a bit of Korean.

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Kiwa

2235 Frankfort Ave.
Cafe culture in Korea is next level. There are themed cafes in Korea, those that specialize in baked goods, bread, or working experience. There are almost as many cafes as there are convenience stores in Korea; if you know anything about convenience stores in Asia, you know there are many of them. Cafe Kiwa brings Korean cafe culture to Louisville and it is welcome. Simple decor, great specialty drinks, and a small menu make this the perfect place to relax, stop in on a date or meet up with friends.

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OhChae Korean Fusion

216 Pearl St. (New Albany)
Part of the Mesa Kitchen’s restaurant incubator, OhChae Korean Fusion is a woman-owned pop-up where you can watch proprietor Jenny and her assistant prepare yummy traditional and fusion Korean creations.

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Nami Modern Korean Steakhouse

835 E Main St Ste. 106
The brainchild of Chef Edward Lee, Nami is his first venture back into his heritage cuisine since his days in New York City. Nami dining is a different type of Korean dining. Think of it as an elevated Korean steakhouse. Having topped the list of USAToday’s Best Restaurants of 2024, this is a must-visit Korean restaurant in Louisville.

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Jin Doshirak

211 S. 5th St.
Jin Doshirak is a new Korean/Japanese concept by former Osaka Chef Song Kim. Doshirak (도시락) means lunchbox. The restaurant is opening in the former All Thai’d Up space and will be open from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Saturday. The restaurant plans to serve Korean fare in bento-style boxes (ahem, 도시락) and sushi.

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CM Chicken

2221 Frankfort Ave.
Choong Man (CM)’s Louisville location opened in March '24. This chain has about 50 stores around the U.S. after making their national debut in 2017. The store is known for its Korean-style fried chicken and special sauces. The menu includes several other items including some seafood and shellfish offerings.

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Mochi Dog

304 W. Woodlawn Ave.
The Streatery is a unique food hall experience in Louisville’s Beechmont neighborhood featuring multiple restaurants housed under one roof. Here, you’ll find Mochi Dog, a Korean corn dog and donut shop that also has a presence at Logan Street Market.

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Top 1 Korean BBQ & Hotpot

1803 Bardstown Rd.
Recently opened, this spot is filled with hot grills and boiling soup pots for a dining experience much like those in Insadong and Iksedong in Seoul.

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Gogi 1055

1055 Bardstown Rd.
This bustling restaurant is known for its grill tables and space for big gatherings. The side dishes are top-notch here as well.

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Miki’s Karaoke Bar

2230 Frankfort Ave.
Miki’s has a large room for Karaoke, and a good Korean menu including tteokbokki, kimbap, and bulgogi. You can find everything from beer buckets to flavored soju and sweet rice pancakes at Miki’s, a Korean restaurant and karaoke bar in Clifton. The owner Mikyong Miller grew up in South Korea and has lived in Louisville since the late ‘90s. She was excited to add this concept to the growing Louisville Korean restaurant scene

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Autumn Gardens Korean

863 N. Wilson Rd. #9 (Radcliff)
Radcliff has amazing food offerings. Autumn Gardens offers Korean, Japanese and Chinese fare. With Bulgogi, Eggs Rolls, and Sushi. There are a variety of entrees, soups, and rolls. Some of these include seafood so folks with seafood allergies should take note. Autumn Garden is open for lunch every day from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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Sarang (Korean Well-being)

1908 Eastern Pkwy.
A small family-owned restaurant that specializes in bulgogi and bibimbap dishes. Don’t sleep on the tteokbokki here.

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Kum’s Cafe & Arirang

4544 Poplar Level Rd.
When I tell you that you will be treated like family, it is not an exaggeration. The food is comforting like your grandmother cooking to soothe your weariness and feed your belly. The woman who runs Kum’s will tell you she loves you. Word to the wise, speak a little Korean for an even warmer reception.

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Rice Bowl

3114 Grant Line Rd. (New Albany)
For the best experience, eat in and order a large bowl of ramen or bulgogi, or anything off the menu. It’s great having Korean offerings on the Indiana side of the river.

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Kim & Bab

3012 Charlestown Crossing (New Albany)
Nestled in a strip mall near a large Meijer store and the recently renamed Phoenix New Albany theaters, Kim & Bab is an unassuming small Korean spot that serves consistent quality Korean dishes.

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