Korean corn dogs are popular street food in South Korea, where they often refer to them as hot dogs. The similarity to the American corn dog stops at a sausage on a stick. The filling, batter and coating are different.
The batter uses rice flour to add bounciness and crispiness. They sometimes add potato, cheese, Ramen noodles, and cornflakes for crunch. They can be coated in sugar to add sweetness. Korean corn dogs have reached the capital, so we checked out seven of the best corn dogs in London.
The Best Korean Corn Dog in London
If you are intrigued to try the latest K-craze to arrive in the UK, here are seven of the best corn dogs in London.
1. Bunsik – Traditional Korean Street Food
Bunsik opened its doors in 2021 after Korean corn dogs went viral on TikTok and became the latest street food sensation to hit London. The original restaurant in Charing Cross was such a hit that two additional London restaurants quickly joined.
Due to their popularity, it is common to see queues outside. Reviewers say waiting times can be 10 to 15 minutes, but not to let that put you off.
Bunsik’s menu offers six types of Korean Corn Dogs, Ddukbokki, Korean Chicken, Cup Bap, Cup Noodles and Burgers.
Korean Style-Corn-Dog choices are,
- The Original for £4.00
- Half and Half Corndog, half meat and half mozzarella, for £4.80
- Set of two for £10.00, a Half and Half and a Potato Mozzarella.
An Original Corn Dog Ddukbokki dish is a rice cake topped with chopped corndog and hotdog, served in a bowl for £8.50.
For a halal Korean corn dog in London, Bunsik is Halal certified and serves a variety of halal options. They cook their halal and non-halal products separately, so check which ones follow halal certification.
Opening hours for all restaurants are:
- Sunday -Thursday: 11.00 am-8 pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11.00 am-10.30 pm
Social media has worked its magic in the case of Bunsik, and it is hard to ignore the fast food restaurant with the people waiting outside. Bunsik is in an excellent location for a Korean corn dog near London Chinatown.
Address:
- Camden, 230 Camden High Street, NW1 8QS
- Embankment, 19 Villiers Street, WC2N 6ND
- Leicester Square, 62 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0BU
Telephone: None provided. They do have a Contact Us form on their website.
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2. Uh K-Dogs N Juicy – Korean Hot Dog and Currywurst
Inspired by local street food discovered on worldwide travels, the founders of Uh K-Dogs n Juicy wanted to bring the best of their findings to London. The culinary delights include Korean hot dogs, traditional currywurst from Germany, and Mexican-style small bites.
Uh K-Dogs have a simple multi-step process to making your perfect Korean hot dog.
- Step One, choose your filling from a list, including halal Turkey sausage, Mozzarella cheese, vegetarian sausage, or a 50/50
- Step Two, choose your K-Dog, your batter and coating, such as
- The Classic K-Dog at £8.00
- French Fries and Ramen K-Dog are £8.50
- Step Three, choose up to three toppings, including Sriracha, Parmesan flakes, and sugar.
There is a new Crunchy Picke K-Dog, at £7.00.
There is a K-Dog Ba Na Na for dessert, at £5.00.
The food at Uh K-Dogs N Juicy is freshly prepared, taking around ten minutes. They have a reputation for serving some of the biggest and best Korean cheese corn dogs in London.
Address: Ground Floor, Camden Stables Market, Italien Alley 3, NW1 8AH
Telephone: 07795 837792
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3. Seoul Food – Stretchy Cheese Corndog
Seoul Food is a small Korean street food restaurant in Holborn, selling Korean corn dogs, KFC (Korean Fried Chicken), Bibimbap, and Bao Bun.
Popular choices include,
- Half and Half of pork and cheese Korean corn dog, priced at £4.90.
- Potato chicken Korean corn dog, for £5.00.
- Double cheese for £6.90.
- Potato and cheese for £5.90.
There are a variety of sauces to go with your generous-sized Korean corndog.
Seoul Food is ideal for a quick bite and serves some of the stretchiest Korean cheese corn dogs in London. They have many repeat customers and a regular flow of first-timers curious to try a Korean corn dog.
Their opening hours are,
Monday to Saturday, 11.30 am – 8.30 pm
Address: 17 Theobalds Road, London, WC1X 8SL
Telephone: 020 3441 1170
4. Jijigo – Koreon Corn Dog & Gangjung
Founders Cindy Jung and Sang Kim brought their passion for Korean food to London in 2018. The Hackney locals have received the restaurant well and have embraced the Korean food at Jijigo.
They specialise in Gangjung, Korean Fried Chicken. Their menu also includes a variety of Korean street food, including Corn Dogs. Tuck into a Chicken, Cheese, or a combination of Chicken and Cheese Corn Dog with prices from £4.50.
Jijigo Gangjung with Cindy’s secret recipe sauces of sweet chilli, soy, and garlic are from £4.80.
Jijigo is clean and stylish, and the staff are friendly and efficient. Their reviews are positive overall, with most agreeing the prices are good value. However, some say they would rather pay a little extra for a more generous-sized portion.
If you are in the area and want a Korean corn dog near you, Jijigo is one to try.
Address: 1 Well Street, London, E9 7QX
Telephone: 020 8617 9191
5. Chung Chun – Korean Hotdog and Bubble Tea
Recently opened in 2022, Chung Chun in Streatham claims their hotdogs are the best Korean corn dogs in South London. So far, their reviews agree.
Some favourites are,
- Potato Mozzarella £6.00
- Soteok-Soteok (Sausage and rice cakes) £6.20
- Tteokbokkie (Spicy rice cakes) Small – £7.50, Large – £8.90
Chung Chun confirmed that they use halal chicken sausages in their Korean hotdogs.
The Bubble teas are also going down well.
- Original £4.10, Hot + £1.00
- Toro milk bubble tea £4.30, Hot + £1.00
Chung Chun is a great addition to Streatham, with the bonus of serving halal Korean corn dogs in South London. Local customers no longer have to head to the city centre for a Korean corn dog in London. They are also available on Deliveroo.
Address: 230 Streatham High Road, London, SW16 1BB
Telephone: None available. However, you can message through Instagram. When I messaged, they were swift in replying.
6. Green Choy – Ethically Souced and Affordable
Chef and co-founder Jose Caetano’s mission is to provide good quality Korean street food at affordable prices, using ethically sourced ingredients. Green Choy has three locations in London, Walthamstow, Peckham and Tooting.
Green Choy’s Korean street food-influenced menu has an original twist. Options include Korean Style Corn Dogs.
A vegetarian version for £5.50, with mozzarella cheese and meat-free sausage
Chicken Corn Dog for £6.00.
Green Choy serves Steamed Bao Buns for £8.00. Select two Bao Buns from a choice of fillings, Bbq chicken, Braised beef, Bulgogi mushroom and Korean fried cauliflower.
The exciting burger selection includes a Chicken burger in a green bun for £9.75 and a Tigar Prawn and Scallop burger in a pink bun for £11.00.
The chef at Green Choy reinvents Korean street food and adds his mark, so do not expect authentic cuisine. Instead, you will get generous portions of Korean-inspired food with many flavours.
Address:
- Tooting, Unit 3D, Tooting Market, 21 Tooting High St, London SW17 0RH
- Peckham, 95 Rye Lane Unit 605 Peckham Levels Peckham Town Centre Carpark, London, SE15 4ST
- Walthamstow, Unit 24, Crate Building, Parking lot, 35 St James St, London E17 7FY
Telephone: 020 3556 2481
7. Korean Dinner Party – A Fusion of East Meets West
In 2021, Korean Dinner Party opened and started serving a medley of east meets west cuisine. Inspired by Koreatown in Los Angeles, Korean Dinner Party (KDP) used ideas from the heart of Seoul and other worldwide Koreatowns. They have successfully created a vibrant atmosphere with the sounds of Korean hip-hop.
KDP and Kanpai in Peckham, the UK’s first sake brewery, have crafted a range of Sake. The principle is the less distance it travels, the better the quality.
On the menu are,
A Half and Half Corn Dog of mozzarella and sausage and a Pickle Corn Dog priced at £5.00.
Their Tacos offer the east/west combination of Korean-style fillings in Mexican Tacos, and prices range from £14.00 to £32.00.
Korean Diner Party have a Bottomless Brunch option where you can select a Korean Style Corn Dog as an option for the first course. There are two courses, a side and 90 minutes of bottomless Prosecco, for £39.00.
The Korean Dinner Party packs a punch with an energetic party vibe to enjoy Korean corn dogs in London Chinatown.
Address: Top Floor, Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1B 5PW
Telephone: 020 4580 1197
2 Tips for Enjoying a Korean Corn Dog
- What is the best way to eat a Korean corn dog? Korean corn dogs are traditional street food enjoyed as a snack or with fries.
- Why do Koreans put sugar on corn dogs? Koreans roll or sprinkle sugar over their corn dogs. It adds sweetness and crunchiness.