The 30 Best Restaurants in New Malden

“New Malden is truly a haven for Korean food lovers!Wandering into this unassuming restaurant turned out to be a delightful surprise. Spicy Stir-fried Squid and Pork The squid was wonderfully springy, and the accompanying vegetables were full of flavor. But the real star was the pork — fully marinated and flavoured, packed with heat, and incredibly fragrant. A perfect balance of spicy and savory! Kimchi Pork Tofu Stew Classic dishes are always the best test of a kitchen’s skill, and this one passed with flying colors. The stew arrived bubbling hot, with a strong, appetizing aroma of fermented kimchi. Just one spoonful of the tangy, spicy broth was enough to awaken the appetite. The tofu was soft, silky, and generously portioned — a hearty and comforting dish that really satisfies. Side Dishes The complimentary kimchi was crisp and flavorful — exactly as it should be. The bean sprouts, though a bit mild in taste, would’ve been perfect with a touch of sesame oil for added depth. I’ll definitely be coming back!”

“Tasty Korean food in Malden Manor.A hidden gem. Love their seafood pancake and fried chicken most! One of our family's favorite restaurants.”

“Went with my flatmates 2 weeks ago and had a delicious lunch. From pajeon to japchae to samgyupsal: all was great. I read a lot of reviews of Korean restaurants in New Malden and Azit had the best reviews for service: I can attest they're real. I had a small accident when one of the guys dropped the crab in the spicy sauce and it splashed into my right eye. The waitress was amazing then as well (she was very attentive all the time) and she even brought me an ice pack after I managed to get out of the restroom. She really made this experience a lot more pleasant considering Korean food should not be tasted with the eyes.”

“Wonderful little restaurant with tasty food, good prices, and genuinely lovely staff. The lady serving went above and beyond for us and we really appreciate it. If I was local I would easily a regular!”

“This place is amazing. Great portion sizes. Excellent service. Treated like VIP and all the employees have a smile on their face. Farhood's hospitality was splendid. He even gave us a drink on the house which was the cherry on top. Would 100% recommend.”

“Really delicious and authentic Korean food. Inexpensive but good sized portions and loads of character. Jjajangmyeon was excellent. Kind service.”

“Had another great meal at Lal Akash. This time I went for the Railway Lamb Curry and it was spot on, tender lamb, rich sauce and just the right amount of spice. You can tell everything’s made with care. The staff were lovely as always, and the place has such a warm, welcoming feel. It’s the kind of restaurant where you instantly feel comfortable. Definitely one of my favourite spots in the area.”

“Our favourite Korean restaurant in all of London!❤️ Food is always good, portion is great, if you go during lunch time on weekdays you can get discounts (double check this to make sure). Love their mustard and spring onion fried chicken.”

“The restaurant has had a redesign and has a new owner. The food is great and haven't found value anywhere like this outside of Korea. After living in Korea for many years, this is the closest thing that compares in terms of both taste and value. Highly recommend!”

“Had another great meal at Lal Akash. This time I went for the Railway Lamb Curry and it was spot on, tender lamb, rich sauce and just the right amount of spice. You can tell everything’s made with care. The staff were lovely as always, and the place has such a warm, welcoming feel. It’s the kind of restaurant where you instantly feel comfortable. Definitely one of my favourite spots in the area.”

“You have got to try the Singapore Rice Noodles, they are out of this world! Me and the staff have become friends at this point. They were very nice and the atmosphere was decent with the large fish tank with cute fish swimming peacefully. 5 Stars!”

“Amazing food, it was my first time here and I would definitely recommend it. I wasn’t feeling so well, so I decided to get the soft tofu jigae and it definitely hit the spot ! With other dishes on the side. The staffs was also friendly and welcoming. :)”

“This is all time my favourite authentic Korean restaurant:) they have a lot of menu options which were very scrumptious ! definitely come back again! Also very kind and friendly staff served us the food”

“What a lovely lady who made an excellent pizza and was super friendly. It was a pleasure to be served by her .”

“I was a little skeptical to visit after reading reviews but a Korean friend recommended this restaurant to me so I decided to go with my friend and my daughter for lunch. So glad we went! Lovely service from the young man working Weds afternoon. Food was delicious, portions very generous! When I asked for a small spoon for my daughter the waiter bought over a kids cutlery set, very much appreciated. We ordered two bento boxes and an udon set with sushi, we were so full! We requested a takeaway box for our leftovers and this was given to us with no problems. Really happy to recommend KJ and looking forward to coming back again soon.”

“I get food delivered from many different places. With many of them, the food quality will go up and down. Some restaurants, over time, seem to get lazy, and it's not even that unexpected when the food quality suffers. That's why restaurants like Spice Express are like gold dust. You can rely on the same great tasting food time and time again. I recommend trying one of their chef's specials. You won't be disappointed.”

“Gorgeous restaurant, great service and delicious food! We got meat platter 1, doenjang jiggae, makgeolli and some tea which was perfect for 3 people/slightly too much but everything was so yummy we finished it all :)) The waiters are friendly too, thank you Luke for your great service!”

“Authentic South Indian food served by friendly staff. The young lady was exceptionally accommodating. The buffet was definitely worth the price. Tea and coffee both offer an authentic taste.”

“I ordered through 'just eat' last night. Being alone I appreciated the £14 minimum order for free delivery as opposed to the usual £20. One of the owners delivered as opposed to a faceless kid in a crash helmet. The food was perfect. Fresh and clean.This chef knows what he is doing. The Biryani was as good as any I have had in India. Move over Fleet Tandoori, you were number one in Gospel Oak and took it for granted. There is a new kid on the block and they are GOOD.”

“I can only say that all the staff there work really hard. I had the pleasure to meet Ashley, Mo, Hamid and Suresh and they are all fantastic people which always go the extra mile in helping their customers.”

“Amazing. Ordered spicy fish cake seaweed rolls, chilli mayo chicken and spicy stir fried pork bento.”

“The food is incredible, our entire party loved it. It’s a very charming small restaurant with friendly and pleasant service. We will recommend and will return.”

“I cannot get enough of this place! It’s a family owned little cafe, the staff are soo friendly and the food is outstanding!! I’ve never had a bad meal and the portion size sometimes are too big! In my opinion the best cafe in New Malden/ Kingston! They definitely deserve a 5 Star ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Small intimate place. Ordered honey butter boneless and veg mandus. Delicious chicken crispy and moresome. Mandus were great also. Check it out if in the area.”

“We had a great experience here. The chicken is absolutely delicious, perfectly crispy and full of flavour. The sauces are amazing, especially the honey garlic and the spicy one. The beer is served in a frozen glass, which makes all the difference and tastes incredible. The owner is very welcoming and friendly, adding to the lovely atmosphere. The place is also very clean and well looked after. Highly recommend if you are in the area and want really good chicken”

“Really awesome South Indian food. So different from the usual Indian fare in the UK. Definitely worth a try. The dishes are so flavoursome (and super spicy). Vada Pav was my favourite.”

“Great vegan options and really tasty food. The guy taking our order was really helpful, friendly and polite. The best Indian takeaway we've had in a very long time. Will definitely order from there again.”

“This is my favorite cafe! I live in the US, and whenever I visit my family in New Malden this is one of my first stops. It’s become a tradition now! Delicious espresso and pastries and a nice selection of Italian pantry items.”

“Great place with fresh and very varied products. Lovely staff”