Jihwaja in Lambeth

Super nice authentic Korean it was such good food and Korean is one of my favourite foods! Super nice vibes. Super nice staff. AMAZING kimchi pancake

Takeout experience: Fast service, lunch menu is about £7.5 - £9 for a massive portion. Tasty food, recommend. The building is bit small but it's no problem for takeaway.

10/10 experience Great service and amazing song selection 100% recommended

The staff are lovely went with a big group.

Great portion size and very delicious food. One of my favourites

This place is such a vibe! Soundproofing is great, and there are so many booths. The staff is super friendly and extremely helpful too. Will definitely go back 🤩🎵

Amazing place for karaoke. Great vibe, amazing people.

Had a great time here for my bday. Lovely food, great fun and very accommodating staff.

Fantastic Korean food, polite staff and brilliant choices of songs for karaoke. I loved the sundae (blood sausages). They are very hard to find in Korean restaurants, let alone tasty ones. We were pleasantly surprised by the list of both classic and modern Chinese and Korean songs available. We will definitely be back again! Update: returned to the place for more karaoke and dinner for a birthday party. Had the jajang set for 2- this is a generous portion of jajangmyun, jjampong & sweet & sour chicken. Still as delicious!

Went with a large group, booking was absolutely exceptional. We communicated via e-mail, a few weeks in advance. Jihwaja staff were extremely accommodating and understanding when we had to change the number of our party. Extremely polite, food was amazing, the karaoke was amazing and the people that attended the place were equally as lovely. It's in Vauxhall, which was an amazing neighbourhood and felt extremely welcomed to be there.

Absolutely fab kareoke place. The private rooms are amazing and you can order food into the rooms. I've been here a few times now and the food tastes so great especially the Korean chicken. The staff are so friendly too!

Korean fried chiken,chicken karrage😘😘

We had a family meal- 2 Adults & 2 kids. Food was really nice, the staff were really friendly too. Definitely would go back again. 🤙🏿🤙🏿🤙🏿

Amazing Korean food! Authentic flavours, beautiful presentation, and top-notch service. Highly recommend!

I was surprised I had never came to this place before, the karaoke experience was amazing and had surprisingly many more song options than I expected! The atmosphere was really nice as well as the staff, I’ll be looking forward to visiting with more friends again :)

Hidden gem. Authentic korean food. Has private karaoke and dining rooms. Asked to pay £50 bacs deposit to reserve a private dining room. Can arrive early without a reservation. Best japchae I have ever tasted.

Great Korean restaurant. Went with a friend who eats halal. She said the food was great. The portions are generous. I had the katsu current found this a bit too mild and creamy. Tasted the sweet and spicy chicken which was amazing.

Great experience good food and good karaoke experience

Excellent karaoke rooms - great quality sound and screens - had many BTS songs and the staff are so kind and friendly! Highly recommended!

Amazing karaoke place! Very recommended for group of friends! Had an amazing time!

Had fun at the karaoke room here

Awesome Kpop Kareoke - Don't miss out and book today - staff are so lovely and the room has great sound and lighting effects!

Karaoke, fortunately not in Korea.. First of all, the Korean female employee is rude and the worst service. I don't want other employees to be harmed, so I don't want to make an impression. He has fake eyelashes, eyeliner, and is a bit bulky. He is truly the rudest staff member I have ever met in London. And even though the time was not over, the staff came and went several times as they pleased, checking the time, and kept coming in even when there were only a few minutes left. Then, they came in with one minute left, told them to stop, and come to the next customer. They cleaned up the customers and left after the time had passed. And I also received the wrong menu. all the worst

I had my birthday here 2 weeks ago. The staff were amazing, they really look after you and make sure you have the great experience you're looking for! The karaoke room has lots of song choices and good vibes all round. Shootout out to Youngmi for making our visit extra special- attentive and professional!

We were a group of 22. It was a beautiful meal. The food portions were excellent. The service was good too. The manager Melissa showed utmost flexibility when dealing with such a big booking. Thank you!

love this place. Food is great! Excellent food, great service and incredibly friendly and hospitable owner. We left feeling full and satisfied, would definitely come again. The pancake & korean fried chicken hot soup is delicious . Great spot. highly recommended

I had the experience of eating at Jiwaja Restaurant and karaoke bar the food here is very delicious they have differrent types of food to choose i tried to eat kimchijeon and jjampong this is the best food i have tasted better than other korean restaurant..While i was eating many people were having fun in the karaoke room..the staff service was very good i diffinitely coming back here with my friends and family..😊😊😊😊😊

The food is clean and good. Tried Korean for the first time and food was mouth watering!!The place is big enough for group gathering and very busy. The staff are attentive and friendly. They helped me navigate my way through the menu. Highly recommended and would love to go again .

Celebrated a birthday party at Jihwaja last week and had an amazing time 🎉We shared the Hansang platter to start, and which was a feast of delicious, authentic Korean dishes that everyone loved. We couldn't resist ordering more, and ordered Budae Jjigae aswell - none of us really stopped eating all throughout the night 👍 The fruity soju added a delightful touch to our meal. The plum and grapefruit are our favourite Afterward, we enjoyed a couple of hours of karaoke in a private room, which was an absolute blast. The atmosphere was lively, and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, the karaoke machines are updated frequently so they had most of the songs we wanted. Lots of fun and great memories – we'll definitely be returning again!

Jihwaja is a gem! The Korean food is authentic and delicious, with highlights like the savory bulgogi bbq, rice and spicy kimchi ( any of the bbq dishes really) - but the true highlight of our night was the karaoke, so much fun! The private karaoke rooms added a fun twist to our night out. Friendly staff and a vibrant atmosphere make it a must-visit. Highly recommend for a fantastic dining and entertainment experience! Even if you don't end up having the food, you must visit for karaoke

I'm Absolutely fantastic experience at Jihwaja! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The Korean food here is simply incredible – each dish bursts with authentic flavors that transport you straight to Seoul. From the sizzling bulgogi to the perfectly spiced kimchi, everything was prepared to perfection. The staff were friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. But what truly sets Jihwaha apart is the private karaoke rooms. After our delicious meal, we had a blast singing our favorite tunes in a comfortable and fun setting. It’s the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a special celebration. If you’re looking for amazing Korean food and a unique, entertaining atmosphere, Jihwaja is the place to be! Can’t wait to come back!

amazing service the best time!! thanks Youngmi for everything!!

Best udon I ever eat! wonderful waitress. and thank you for the great food that made us come again. customers from Slovakia. 🫶🏻

We (my partner) arrived earlier than our actual booking time. They didn’t mind it and led us to our table. The place is small but cozy. We picked our food and the portions are huge!! I have been looking forward to this experience since going to korea is still not within the reach. They also do have karaoke rooms where you can order food and drinks while singing!! perfect for group gatherings. The price is aligned with the portions they give. We ordered the four seasons chicken. so soft and juicy!! I loved the pickled radish (white cubes in the middle). Next was the Hameul Pajeon (Seafood Pancake) so tastyyyyyyyyy! you have to dip it with the soy on the side and it’ll enhance the taste. Then the Japchae (Original), they have the option of beef japchae if you want but I went for the normal one. It is a bit dry but you won’t regret it. It is stir-fry veg with noodles but they uses glass noodles not the normal noodles that you usually order on like chinese takeaways. Last but not least, my favourite Jjajangmyeon (noodles with black bean sauce), I always have the instant noodles that I buy from Asian supermarkets and I have been wanting to taste it like how it is in Korea (I know it is much better when it is actually in Korea) and I just did through this restaurant. I love it so much. Be warn that they uses thick noodles and it can be a bit heavy to eat it on its own. The sauce was amazingggggg - was wondering maybe it is good to pair up with rice too. Maybe??! You can also bring home if you have any food left (If you want). so I do recommend this place for couples and even group of friends. Hope you’d enjoy your experience at their place. You need to book first so you can secure a spot ☺️

**Rating: ★☆☆☆☆** I recently ordered from this Korean takeout place, and I was extremely disappointed. The food was overly salty to the point of being inedible, and the prices were ridiculously high for the quality provided. The pancake was a huge letdown dry and soggy the worst you’d ever expect from a Korean place!I won’t be ordering from here again. Stay away from them

Have regular tables beside karaoke rooms. Food was good. Open late with food for the travelers who arrive late to London.

Let's start by highlighting that Jihwaja is a really small place and their entrance is quite narrow do you start creating this image and expectations of the place based on that but the place is way better than you think it is at that point. Even though it is small and narrow, this place's food was amazing. It truly felt made with love and had an amazing taste, they had typical Korean drinks and a wide variety of them. The staff was really friendly and a nice person who always ensured we were enjoying our time there and that we were comfortable. Jihwaja is also a karaoke bar and it had quite a few rooms so I can only imagine how fun that would be when I go there again. The prices were good as they weren't expensive and compared to other places it was even cheaper than expected for the quality they offer to their customers.

Food is so delicious,good environment and excellent service.

Aside from the taste of the food, there is a karaoke room so the meal is very noisy. I can't tell if it's a Korean restaurant or a Chinese restaurant, so I think I'll just eat a hamburger. I did it

My daughter had her 18th there a week ago. Loved it, food was superb! Staff very professional and kind. She wants to go back ASAP as food so so good!

Had an amazing family lunch at this restaurant that comes with a karaoke room! The portions were generous, and the food was delicious. We were thoroughly satisfied with our experience. Highly recommend for a fun and fulfilling dining experience!

Immaculate vibes for karaoke with friends. We had about 12 people for dinner and 3 or 4 hours of singing. Ended up being like 80 quid per person for the night but that was including a lot of Soju and food (amazing Korean fried 🐔) couldn't fault the place

amazing food, super nice staff and the karaoke was so fun! highly recommend 🤗

They had double booked our slot for karaoke when we arrived but they moved us to the next available slot and we ended up eating there too. Solid little place to eat 😊

The assorted pancakes were over-fried. It was greasy and didn't taste good.

This korean restaurant Jihwaja is fantastic, serving up dishes that taste just like the real deal in Korea. The service was excellent, great communication. About the food, the soy garlic fried chicken is super crunchy and perfect for chicken fans. The seafood pancake is a standout—it's thick and loaded with seafood, not thin and just batter like in other places. And the kimchi soup with pork was said to be tasty for my korean friend. In a nutshell, dishes reminds me of the numerous trips to Korea that I took, but does it in a way that's extra special and yummy.

Just had an amazing time at JIHWAJA! The Karaoke added a fun twist to our night, and the Crispy Chicken and Spice Seafood Noodle(짬뽕) were absolute showstoppers. The staff were friendly, and the cozy ambiance made the evening unforgettable. If you're in the mood for top-notch Korean cuisine and a great time, JIHWAJA is the place to be! Highly recommended for a flavorful and entertaining experience! 🎤🍗🍜🌟

excellent experience with staff very helpful in explaining the dishes.

lovely food and karaoke experience! staff were super helpful and nice 🤗

Service was amazing! Generous portions and tastes authentic. A hidden gem in Vauxhall, would definitely recommend.

Very friendly staff, good food, will come back again.

I was guided by God himself and the food is certainly divine. From the outside the building front does not inspire you to venture through the door. However I believe in taking chances with the philosophy you either get pleasantly surprised or post educated. Just the delicious Korean non alcoholic drinks alone was worth sitting down. The milk based drink simply delicious. I had a egg fried rice...an actual fried egg to top off the best egg fried rice I've ever had. My friend went for the sea food soup. Talk about a generous bowl size that could easily serve three people. As such we could of retired on these two dishes alone. However no experience is complete without some of the best cooked chicken in the chicken world and this place is literally the best restaurant I've ever experienced. My choices of creamy onion sauce with chicken and chilli chicken is one of the hooks why this is my first choice restaurant. Jesus even cares that I have the best food...

Don't be put off by the rather chip shop entrance and hot interior, there's a lovely shisha garden out the back to eat in. The food was good, prices low and service (Fahad maybe?) was excellent. I've driven past this place every week for a decade, so weird to find out how good it is after all this time.

Stumbled upon this gem while hanging around the hotel friends are staying. Food turned out to be very good and authentic and price very reasonable. Ended up coming back the next day with a bigger group and every kid happy. Recommend the fry chicken, kimchi fry rice and pork bibimbap.

I loved the entire vibe and service here. The food was excellent and the karaoke was also amazing. The stuff are awesome and explain everything to detail.

한국 순대볶음 맛집보다 더 맛있는 순대볶음에 정말 놀랐습니다. 완전 깔끔하게 매콤해서 퀄리티도 너무 좋은데 양도 많아요. 치킨탕수육도 정말 바삭하고 달달하니 맛있었고, 노래도 최신곡이 업데이트 되어 부를 맛 났어요. 가족, 지인이 런던에 가면 꼭 가봐야 할 맛집울 물으면 무조건 지화자 추천합니다. 몇번이고 또 갈 계획이에요.👍👍👍👍👍👍

런던 여행 중 한식이 먹고 싶어서 방문 했는데 한국에서 먹은거보다 더 맛있으면 말이 되나요ㅠㅠ 진짜 순두부찌개는 한국에서 먹는거보다 안에 재료도 더 다양하고 양도 많아서 너무 좋았어요!! 크리미어니언치킨도 시켜봤는데 한국에서 먹은거랑 다를거 없이 느끼하지도 않고 튀김도 바삭해서 맛있었어요👍🏻완전 만족! 직원분들 중 한국어 하시는 분도 계셔서 편하게 먹고 왔어요~ 여행 중 한식 땡기시면 꼭 가보세요! 아 사장님도 한국인이에요!!

Karaoke is way too expensive. I'm not sure if I'll go back. The food is ok and staff is kind.

Wouldn't recommend. Service was mixed but overall slow - e.g. we had to ask multiple times for drink orders, reminding them what we had asked for. Chicken and tteokbokki were decent, but the jeon were terrible. Honestly, I was shocked that this was served. Our seafood pancake came with no seafood, just onions and bell pepper. A nice waitress realised after we asked staff 3 times if this was a seafood pancake, and we were offered kimchi pancake on the house. This was so overcooked, almost deep fried? tasted more like a biscuit. It was a strange vibe, the staff seemed unbothered, there are much better Korean restaurants out there.

Karaoke was fun, haha and I was glad to meet Korean singing room style in the UK To be honest, Service was unsatisfactory. I asked Tambourine for availability and an employee replied that there was no staff, later I discovered that it was there It is assumed that the employee is a new employee.. 😅 they were missing seafood from the seafood and green onion pancake, so I got a new kimchi pancake. I recommend ordering tteokbokki and seasoned chicken.

Great place, kind staff. Overall good time & great drinks

our initial plan was to have lunch at the other korean restaurant next door but encountered a long queue, so we decided to try this place, and it turned out that the food was insanely good!! the bibimbap was probably the best i’ve ever had? and the seafood pancakes were perfectly crispy!! it’s also crazy that we spent £12 each and got SO MUCH FOOD. staff was super sweet too!

Highly recommend getting the shared platter, amazing portion sizes The karaoke was very fun! We really enjoyed ourselves and having the food in the room was great as well. The value for money is quite good as well considering the amount of drinks and food we had Staff were kind and attentive

Staff are great and super helpful, the place is a little like a maze but it adds to the charm and means you know your awful vocals are well hidden!

Amazing service, bar staff are top notch. Love this place i could stay all night!

Very delicious Korean food, recommend!

Whilst on a regular job down in London down from the Midlands 2 days per week], myself and colleagues would eat here once, if not twice every week. This would go on for nearly 18 months by which time we had tried pretty much everything on the menu. The food was always amazing and excellent value for money, especially for the quality and the fact it is in central London too. The service was always faultless. An easy 5 stars.

the best korean food i have ever had.

I absolutely love this place, it’s my favorite karaoke in London :)

Great food and a great place for karaoke!!

영국 여행중에 우연히 들렀는데 한국보다 더맛있는 음식에 깜짝 놀랐습니다. 가격도 좋고 양도 푸짐해서 배가 찢어질듯이 먹었네요. 사장님이 한국분이신지는 모르겠지만 잘먹었다고 인사를 못해서 아쉽습니다. 이식당 강추입니다ㅎ

Had so so much fun!!!!! My favourite birthday partyyy I will definitely come back here! Excellent vibes all round and really nice cocktails too

The got to place for karaoke in London. Nothing makes you sing like soju. If you goblin songs, you get Gong Yoo on the screen so, what's not to love.

This is the best place for Karaoke in London. The food is excellent and the service impeccable.

Real Korean vibes! Love this place!!

Really enjoyed the Korean Fried Chicken wings here and I will go back when I’m in the area to try other items on the menu. Service was a little inattentive and atmosphere would be improved by playing some music. Shame they don’t do wine by the glass, but I understand why.

Food was average, slapdash and came quite quickly. Not sure what to make of that. service was basic. It look quite dinghy. Not sure why it gets 5 star reviews. I think the offer of a free beer to give a 5 star review is to blame for that. Not sure I willl want to repeat the experience.

Food is just ok but service is bad and if you give a good review you get a free bottle of beer.

Great staff amazing food big fan of the place - just stumbled upon it couldn't recommend more!

I love doing karaoke here,it is the only place near me that has my favourite song, Gee!

I love the food. Very authentic my favourite spot in vauxhall.

Fantastic karaoke and we had a great time. Would definitely recommend!

Food was so so (not at all authentic) and too salty. Service was ok. I would go to the other korean restaurant nearby as the food there is amazing. They offered free beer or shot for 5star reviews, so bare that in mind when you read other 5 stars comments

Another establishment that bribes for 5 star reviews. Give 5 star and get a free beer. The place was 4 star without this bribe… I guess they want to outcompete the opposite Korean which is actually better.

Lovely place and lovely staff. Yesss.

Amazing customer service, amazing food

Price and taste everything is perfect! I recommend this restaurant 👍👍👍

Great night amazing karaoke! We had so much fun. Booked it last minute and they had space. Really reasonable value.

Room was set up and waiting and extremely nice and calm staff! :)

Karaoke is so fun here and really well priced, also caters well to smaller groups (which karaoke places in Central London just won't do). Definitely recommend!!!!!!

I enjoy Korean food and Jihwaja didn't disappoint at all. Spoiler alert, I didn't know it was a Karaoke bar as well but while we were eating and hearing some rather off key singing, it took us a while to realise there was a group in another section of the building singing their hearts out. Anyway we ordered a glut of dishes from a mixed platter of KFC to seafood pancake, beef bulgogi and many more. The food was exquisite the service attentive and the atmosphere wonderful. We will go to this restaurant again.

banging place. will come anydays

Always amazing and solid time for us everytime!

So accomodating with our needs! Thank you so much!

The food arrived quickly and was delicious. Service was prompt but not overly friendly but that doesn't really matter. Nice karaoke room but really expensive for what it is and they don't have a separate screen for choosing songs, the pad for choosing songs is a bit awkward and difficult to use. Had fun though.

Had a fantastic meal whilst listening to karaoke

Great food and atomshpere, would recommend to anyone in the area

The food was great and I love that we had our own room

The best karaoke place in London. And of course, the best Korean food 👍

It’s was simply amazing, the decor was captivating and the food is absolutely exquisite