Tongdak (Korean Chicken) in Kingston upon Thames

This cosy little open plan cafe serves Korean chicken in its various forms and flavours - fried, sweet, garlicky and cheesy. Our favourite is the original fried chicken (which in our view is tastier than KFC!). We enjoyed our meal but the dishes could have more veg choices to create a more balanced meal. RECOMMENDED.

The best Korean fried chicken in New Malden. Really juicy and crispy. Every time we order, we really enjoy it.

Amazing chicken, friendly staff

I like seasoned chicken, but it’s a bit spicy even for adults. Even my child who is good at eating spicy food can’t eat this chicken. For those who can't eat spicy food, order chicken gangjeong, it won't be spicy~ please refer to this!

The best Korean Fried Chicken I’ve had in the UK! We got a half and half, with half original and half spicy mix. Both very good, and split between three along with some sides. Note that this is a small shop with limited seating.

Really good korean friend chicken!

The original fried chicken is top notch. Lightly flavoured and just so delicious. However, the other flavours tend to have so much sauces that make them a bit soggy.

THE BEST KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN IN THE UK!!! I also ordered rose tteokbokki and it taste very authentic👍 Recommend!

Their fried chicken are very crispy, and it's not really oily. However, there weren't a lot of choices.

Food was very nice very tasteful but a bit expensive

That Korean hot and sweet chicken hits hard

A little more expensive compared to other competitors around the area. Taste not too dissimilar to competitors . Beer costs 6.80 for a pint. They do not give any tap water and you have to buy bottled water. Too many rules . Can’t do this can’t do that cant give sauce as a side etc etc feel like I’m back in nursery here

We had a terrible experience at this restaurant. Our group of 15 was initially seated across 3 tables (2 tables for 4 and 1 table for 2) which we were fine with. However, after we sat down and placed our order, the guy asked one of us to give up a table for a newly arrived family, saying the restaurant was mainly for takeout and told us we shouldn’t occupy so many tables (3 tables for 15 people means so many?!). If that was truly their policy, they should have informed us when we arrived. The way they handled this was totally disrespectful and unprofessional. We won’t return and wouldn’t recommend it.

I was so happy to find a Korean-style chicken restaurant that I visited frequently, about once or twice a month last year. This year, after moving far away and having some work in New Malden, I decided to drop by again. I remember the 양념being delicious before, but it seems like the 양념 has gotten spicier. It was so spicy that I had to fill up on drinks. While eating, it tasted good and wasn't unbearably spicy, but it still left a strong heat. I thought I'd end up going to the bathroom a lot, but I was fine. However, my English boyfriend, who was drinking beer with the chicken, said it wasn't spicy, yet he ended up having stomach pains that evening, went to the bathroom several times, and had to take two Rennie tablets to feel better. Even for Koreans or foreigners who can handle spicy food, it was quite intense, so I think it might be too much for those who aren't used to spicy food. Despite this, I love this place and give it 5 stars, hoping they continue to do well. I also hope that they become even more successful and open many brunches in central London, so more people can enjoy their amazing Korean style chicken.

I can quite confidently say: Best KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) in UK.. Crispy, light, juicy, tender, not oily. Bussin'

The food was good. Ambience is decent. Staff were good.

Best pitstop for lunch, ordered Half chicken, chips, Rose Tteokbokki, and Mandu. Crispy, succulent, flavourful chicken, fluffy chips, crunchy mandu, and rich tteokbokki sauce. Service was quick and pleasant. Would definitely dine here again!

Easily one of the best places ever, the food is special!

Second time eating here and super impressed! I got the honey butter chicken (asked to remove the almonds as I wasn’t really a fan of them 1st time). Try and call in advance for take-away as it does take a while to cook

Very slow, no toilet so not sure how they got their license! Chicken was good but not like in Korea ;)

The place to be for the best Korea Fried Chicken in town. Been to a few Korean places in New Malden and you can indeed expect the place that only focuses on Korean fried chicken to be excellent. It is more expensive than all the other restaurants, but it is worth it. Ordered: Half Chicken Honey Butter Half Chicken Yangnyeom (actually quite spicy)

Crispy hot and nicely presented. Not greasy. Travels well. Will have again

The BEST Korean fried chicken I’ve tried! Highly recommend the original fried chicken, garlic soya & cheese (in that order) boneless pieces! they take a while giving your order but it’s because they make it fresh. Generous portions & seasoned to perfection. Will always order from here❤️

The best Korean fried chicken I have ever tried abroad. No exaggeration, even better than many chicken shops in Korea. 10/10 about everything. Trust me.

Amazing chicken! And incredible service

Different spiced fried chicken.

The most delicious fried chicken you will ever eat by a long shot, a must try

Definitely the best Fried Chicken I've ever had !!! We ordered half: Original and Honey and half cheesy. Original was very crispy, cheesy was very tasty,and honey was so originally taste: sweet and spicy that was amazing. The chicken quality was very good and juicy . The radish pickles were awesome. All dishes are made freshly so you need too wait but it is definitely worth waiting!! The owner is a nice person, very helpful Highly recommend!! Ten kurczak to Mistrzostwo świata

quite expensive on the whole especially for chips, which were brown and a bit soggy but the chicken was really good. shame they forgot my pickles which I paid £3.50 for

The place was really nice, it was my first time going to here and i enjoyed it, the food was amazing, the proportions were great, the staff was nice i would definitely come back here again

We simply love this restaurant... can't wait to dine in some time... +)

Very delicious chicken - a real treat

Great tasting food and great service. This is a take away place with nice seating, but just beat that in mind.

A big yay!!! - as the dish Spicy tteokbokki was actually spicy. Ordered via deliveroo, after checking out the high ratings. This was totally worth a try. The best tteokbokki I’ve had so far. Some of the reviews on google mentioned about the dishes having small portion sizes, however, I felt the quantity provided justified the price. Also, don’t be confused with the quantity visible in the pic I’ve uploaded. Half way through satiating my hunger for tteokbokki is when I realised that I should be sharing this to more foodies out there in search of authentic Korean food, thus that’s when the pic was clicked . ♥️

We got the garlic soya which is usually not spicy - and there is no mention of spicy on the menu or the chili rating on the menu! My partner and son could eat any of it - such a waste!

There's a few decent beers on tap which was great, but the star of the show is the fried chicken here of course. Super crispy and makes you want to eat more. A lot of different flavour options too. The one issue with the freshly made food was the long wait times. We went during a quiet period but still had to wait a very long time for the food to arrive. It was worth the wait as the food was outstanding.

This is basically the best fried chicken place in the whole of UK. They are highly underrated. Any single typical chicken fry found in any chicken shop does not come anywhere close to Tongdak. Even though I moved from the area. Whenever I crave a good fried chicken I will go and enjoy from here. As it is the only good enough fried chicken place in London so far. I tried lots and lots of shops. Trust me! Best recipe, Garlic Soya Cheese fried chicken (not sure on the name) Fried original White sauce fried chicken Their yetnal fried chicken was not up to my taste. Nor was the rose teokbokki. Otherwise everything else is top notch and crispy every time even on deliveries. I asked their staff multiple times and their chicken is halal. I am not 100% sure if they have any certifications.

Cheesy fried chicken and takoyaki! One of the best fried chicken!

Food was quite slow to arrive, not sure if restaurant or courier issue. Tried honey butter flavour which tastes a bit artificial and sickly. Second time ordering here and although the chicken tastes very nice, the sauce covered ones always arrive very soggy. Would still order from here again but maybe just the plain fried chicken, which was very crispy and nice.

Restaurant tried to blame driver. Restaurant organisation and time keeping awful. Asked me to ring Just Eat.

food get cold delivery was so late

My first Korean fried chicken, had it delivered to my hotel. Goodness!!! Chicken is so crispy, juicy, lightly spiced and very hot!!!! Truly delicious!

Whole order (Fried chicken and dumplings) arrived cold

Amazing KFC..... the Honey Butter was excellent 👍...my new go to for Korean Fried Chicken

I have never had good Korean fried chicken in Hong Kong. Compared to Hong Kong, it is delicious but not so amazing. But it’s really expensive. Half a plate of chicken costs 15GBP. It’s the same as freezing it for the night. However, British food everywhere is so expensive.

Authentic Korean Chicken, super yummy 😋. Highly recommended. Small restaurant, only four tables.

I can’t believe that I can actually eat a very tasty Korean dinner in London . Amazing customer service!

This is the best Korean chicken I have had! Have been here for several times, and they remain a very high quality of fried chicken. The honey butter chicken is my favourite! Very very friendly staff who helped me with the mistake made by the delivery company last time. Fantastic atmosphere at the restaurant, small yet cosy and well decorated. Highly recommended!

This is a delicious Korean fried chicken restaurant in London. Small space. There is little decoration. Business is good during evening meal times. It is recommended to make a reservation before going there⋯⋯ This time since there were 7 of us. The landlady specially helped us share tables. Because the space is limited, it’s actually a bit crowded😅⋯⋯ We ordered 4 flavors of fried chicken🍗. I personally prefer foreign wine. The taste is salty and sweet with a bit of spiciness. Delicious😋⋯⋯The original flavor is just ordinary fried chicken🍗⋯⋯ It takes a while to find the parking here. Not easy to find. Maybe I need to take a walk⋯⋯

The fried food is delicious! The seasoning is delicious too.

I had seasoned chicken, and it really brought out the taste of what I used to eat in Korea, especially at old chicken restaurants. It was quite satisfactory.

The rose tteokbokki was so delicious. The fried food was also good. We missed the lunch time and all the other places were closed, so we were thankful that they took our order and allowed us to eat in the store. But cheese snowing? I was told that the chicken would taste better if I ordered boneless chicken, so I asked for that and the chicken was cold. I was surprised... Seeing that it was warm in some places and cold in Woody's, I could only assume that it had been microwaved rather than fried right away. I thought about telling the owner right away, but since we were visiting at odd hours and with our kids, we didn't want to cause any trouble, so we just packed our bags and left. I don't know if it was because I was clearly a visitor to London, but I was very disappointed on my first day in London.

Yummy chicken and every their original fried is so lovely. I will definitely come back for the chicken.

Went in for lunch, ordered Soya Garlic, Yangnyeom Chicken and Sweet Potato fries. Tasted great! They provided plastic gloves which was nice. The only downside of eating here is that there are no restrooms. Other than that the food and service is great!

Great tasting chicken and cordial, friendly service!

Food was nice but for £21 there was barely anything. Tiny portions of chicken, I would not order again

My food was made to order, so came out really well. The spice mix (original) for my wings was so delicious, a level above the equivalent I’ve had elsewhere. I would defo try the other flavours next time I’m near by again

I came back after a few days after being sick because I missed Rose Tteokbokki.. ✨ Spicy and light.. Cheese Snow Wing Chicken is also really delicious. Recognized as the best restaurant in New Malden ✨ The best chicken restaurant in London other than New Malden!!! The draft beer is also delicious,, I went to a pub after going here, but I missed the beer here 🥹 The owner really knows the taste and is very meticulous, helped us choose the menu, remembered our return visit, and served us this time as well., I was surprised at how delicious the shrimp dumplings we got as a service were so delicious. Long live the gravy. Next. I'm going to buy it again ✨🫶🫶 The portion size was really, really big, I felt like my stomach was going to explode, but it was so delicious that I ate it all up 🤭🤭 I'm touched that I found this place even though I don't have this kind of hospitality in London. It's a restaurant that only I want to know about, but I'll just follow the owner's path. I need to spread it widely. Boss, please keep doing business for a long time. There will be a lot of people coming🥺🥺

Each chicken's different tastes were so nice and very yummy. Ordered by phonecall and recommend collection at the shop. That's quicker to have them.

Very very nice Korean chicken!! Even nicer than those in Korea

i am really really sad this shop closed down, this was hands down the absolute best Korean fried chicken place in london (having tried countless other places!!!) we used to be regulars and took our almost weekly order of fried original and garlic soy, and now it’s gone 🥲 we love u tongdak please come back !!

Best Korean fried chicken (original and yangnyum) we have had outside of S. Korea and good portions too. A small restaurant but the owner (I assume) is very friendly and helpful and the service received today was top notch. Highly recommended.

It's really, really delicious!! Totally Korean style chicken!!! Why are there malicious comments?? It's really delicious. Please come. The draft beer is delicious and the owner is also fun and nice!! The beer hahaha, I see you pouring it without foam ㅠㅋㅋㅋ ̆̈ The boss is the best, the service is no joke ㅜㅜ Jin Please give me so much that my stomach explodes. Isn’t it imo kase ㅠㅠ

The boss is so nice! Korean taste of chicken 👍🏻 Rose tteokbokki is the best ㅠㅠ Will come again tomorrow

Been here for a few times. Absolutely adore the Korean fried chicken here. I chose the (boneless) fried chicken coated with sticky, spicy and sweet sauce and the other one were not spicy(forgot the name). -Flavours were on point, very addictive. -Chicken was freshly made and being fired to perfection. It’s juicy! 10/10 to me. Highly recommended :)

Yangyeom was cold and soggy to the point where it had to be binned. Don't do it here! Totally unsuitableㅠㅠ It’s just a waste of money

닭강정도 맛있네요 살짝 매워요^^(후추 매운맛 아니고..)

Really yummy chicken similar to the ones I had in Korea! Would return 100%

I have just returned from Seoul last month and I have tried the kfc at BHC in Myeongdong.Tongdak kfc is far by miles better than BHC. I can't believe it's fried as it's not greasy at all, the batter is just enough to coat the chicken and the chicken is so fresh and juicy! Certainly worth the one and half hours drive to visit this hidden gem.

I always thought I already found the best Korean fried chicken in London but I’ve been wrong…the original chicken here is the best I’ve ever tasted and I will definitely come back for more! The staff are really friendly and the atmosphere so lovely.

Piping hot, as always, great food from Tongdak.

Succulent Korean Chicken cooked with a variety of spices or just plain and crispy perfection . Try the spicy hot Yangnyeom, my favourite, with their spicy potato chips. Enjoy their Craft beers while you’re there.

Very nice Korean chicken place. The chicken pieces were big!

Chicken is so super crunchy, the owner is so lovely as well. Has a really nice small space to sit and relax as well.

Takeaway chicken. We had the half and half with garlic soy, absolutely delicious though twice the price of nandos at £28.50 ( chips £4.30). Will almost certainly have again but not often at those prices

Tongdak has the best korean fried chicken we have ever eaten. From speaking to the owner we could tell instantly that he is passionate about cooking and has pride in what he serves. This positive energy shines through in the taste and quality of the food. We tried the honey butter, yeongyeom, original fried chicken and garlic and soya. We are huge fans of the yeongyeom. We have now become regulars.

Absolutely amazing food. Simple menu of Korean Chicken and a few sides but done EXCEPTIONALLY. I rarely write reviews but this place deserves it. I hope others recognise the quality so I decided to post this. Try it. Only lost 1 star due to no customer toilets

It's a really delicious place. I am confident that you will be able to enjoy truly delicious chicken as this is a place where the owner cooks everything by hand with great care!! You won't regret it! This place is so amazing I'm Korean, I kinda know the taste How can I say more haha This is a certain place you can enjoy proper Korean chicken, perhaps more then in Korea chicken restaurant I guess🫢 By the way, I highly recommend! You will have a great time in there! I guess! Enjoy chi-mac (chicken and beer)

Tasty chicken and good value for money. The fries were really good too.

Their fired chickens are really tasty with rich flavours, the owner shared with us how he invented the recipe by combining different type of worldwide spices. Very creative and unique style of Korean fired chicken, we could feel his passion and proud of his creation ( food ). It’s abit pricey but worth of trying such delicious Korean chicken from time to time. What surprised me was the original flavour chicken still taste juicy after few hours when we back home. Amazing !

Food was quite cold in delivery despite us living only 5 minutes away

The best in town. 🥰 Must try!!😋😋😋 I can’t wait to go again🤤🤤🤤

The fried chicken is some of the best around. It's great it's awesome, you have to try it.....but this definitely isn't fast food. I've had food here a few times now and I've never had food come out before 30 minutes. 40 minutes plus each time.

Honestly, the best Korean Fried Chicken. The wings were flavoursome, cooked to perfection, tasted fresh and after two very generous portions I felt great. I ordered the Yangnyeom wings and Garlic Soya wings, which both had their own distinctive flavours. The flavours of the wings at Tongdak are powerful, not in a overbearing way either. They’re simply full of flavour. The sweet and slightly spicy taste of the Yangnyeom wings went so well with the more savoury and soy based garlic wings. Together they made a really enjoyable tasty meal. I loved the fact that gloves and a small pot for the bones was also supplied, which made the overall eating experience easier. Not only did I have a warm welcoming, I felt even more comfortable after being informed the differences in wings, which helped assure my choosing. The staff were very friendly and respectful, where I had the pleasure of enjoying the relaxing sounds of Jazz being played on this summer evening whilst eating some amazing wings. Overall > Friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Polite and welcoming staff Incredible wings 5/5 10/10 5 stars. Deserves it all.

The chicken is truly tastier than Korea! It is said that the owner has worked hard to develop the sauce for over 10 years, and I think he has captured the picky tastes of Koreans well. I was surprised to see many British and foreigners as well. The atmosphere of the store and the service of the owner and staff are also top-notch. ^^

Best Korean style chicken in the UK

한국에서 맛하고는 조금 다른거 ఙ네요 It's not bad, just not authentic fried chicken. If you hope it will be like food in korea, you will be disappointed. . Unfortunately it doesn't taste as good as I thought so I wouldn't recommend it.

The fried chicken is the best in town. Tried the original and the Yangnyeom, both were excellent and finger licking. The portion of the Tteokbokki is too small and pricey (£12.9), not suggested. The fried sweet potato is also excellent, but adding £2 to change from potato to sweet potato is really too much, given the original is just £3.2. It’s a fast food setting so don’t expect any service. The atmosphere is good.

Delicious chicken wings with loads of different varieties. Portions are good for the price. Overall great experience

The food was amazing, well worth the price

Very good food and very good service, but unfortunately also very expensive

The best Korean Fried Chicken in South London! Must try!!! I found a fantastic Korean restaurant in New Malden, UK, right by H Mart Supermarket. After shopping, I enjoyed a mouthwatering lunch. The restaurant had a cozy ambiance and friendly staff. Their menu had a variety of options, and I couldn't resist trying their Korean Fried Chicken. The chicken was perfectly crispy and juicy, with amazing flavors and a tangy sauce. The portion size was generous, and the attentive staff made the experience even better. The restaurant's location near H Mart was convenient, making it a great choice after shopping.

Really tasty chicken with a perfect crisp even after being delivered. The Korean sauce had a nice kick to it

This is the most delicious Korean chicken restaurant in all of Europe. The sauce that the owner developed himself over several years is excellent, and the high-quality, crispy, moist chicken fried in clean oil has no unpleasant smell. The rose tteokbokki on the side is also very delicious. This restaurant is better than most Korean chicken restaurants, highly recommended!!

Delicious Korean fried chicken, I got the yangyeom has quite a kick to it! Self service so it was pretty quick and the server was a gentleman, unreal!

Food was quick and delicious, and the server was friendly and helpful. 10/10 would chicken again

The food arrived pipping hot,very delicious and juicy chicken..My only suggestion to the restaurant would be to wrap the pickle container in foil before sending it out (mine spilled the juice all over the bag and the cartoon container where the chicken was got all soggy)...But the food was DELICIOUS anyway

Absolutely amazing food and the staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant had a lovely atmosphere too, nice and relaxing We were originally going to go to a different chicken place nearby but it was closed and we decided to try this one instead. I'm so glad we did as the chicken is so much better here and we will definitely be coming back!

Tongdak - Worth the Wait with a Fascinating Factory Tongdak provided a unique and unforgettable dining experience. Despite a slight wait, every moment was rewarded with exceptional food. The Korean fried chicken was a true delight—crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside. The anticipation only heightened the enjoyment, and it was worth every second. What sets Tongdak apart is the captivating presence of a factory inside the restaurant. , showcasing their commitment to quality and authenticity. The combination of incredible food and the intriguing factory made this dining experience truly special. If you're seeking a memorable adventure, Tongdak is a must-visit spot.

I've been to many places to try Korean chicken, but this is the best! Going around trying to break the seal means that I haven't found a place to settle down yet, but I'm finally putting an end to it 💓 I think it's better than the brand-name chicken restaurants I eat in Korea. In particular, even though I'm a seasoned person, the fried food is crazy delicious. You know it's delicious 🥹🥹 The owner is also really kind, so even that keeps coming to mind!! (It was so delicious that I posted it on my personal Instagram;;;)