"Fantastic night out! The food was delicious and interesting. Small restaurant with a great vibe and warm service. The bbq option is really fun and..."
Lanah-Lee Van Der Berg
"All we can say is what an amazing evening, the food, the waitress and the hosts were all amazing. We shared 2 starters and then had a noodle dish, a..."
Lynn Archibald
"My first foray into Korean food! Delicious kimchi, tofu jeun ,beef bibimpap, and bulgogi!Tasted bekseju - Korean rice wine - interesting saki..."
Trish Ternent
"Amazing scene. Amazing atmosphere. Amazing staff. And the food is out of this world. Definitely a must on the bucket-list. I am a..."
Neeza Ramiah
"Wonderful experience we have had! Every dish made with care and the service was super! Never expected that the dessert was so amazing too! Gotta try..."
SonnenblĆ¼mchen Toda
"Food was amazing really amazing wow really enjoyed the spicy fried..."
Sergio Da Camara
"What a delicious healthy meal. Lovely staff and hands on owner. Will def be..."
Leigh Dermick-Afek
"Amazing authentic food, service and..."
Virginija Dudenaite
"Wow, what amazing food and a wonderful experience to be taken back to South Korea for my sister. Lovely and friendly host and great..."
"Loved the food and vibe. I will defi itely be back over and over..."
Kim Techmann
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Young Guk Lee
"Just perfect!!! Don't wait, just go ASAP! Have the kimchi rice! so..."
Richard Evans
"Firstly, if you haven't been to Banchan, you NEED to try it out! The restaurant is cute and quaint (although slightly cramped when it's full). The..."
Aisha Moolla
"An awesome atmosphere and environment. Always enjoy the food I get there, included the regular take-aways. Friendly helpful staff and passionate..."
Ross Pearse
"I love the food and the vibe. However every time I come here I feel like I get treated like I am a child and not a paying customer I may be young but..."
Erry2401
"Absolutely loved it! The food was so delicious I couldn't stop eating! Would definitely go there over and over..."
Bianca
"Warm & friendly staff - always a win. The flavors of the food were very interesting! Throughly enjoyed their wings and the Soju. It was an amazing..."
Boitumelo Morakile
"Dinner on Wednesday 14/08/2019What a lovely experience!!!!Amazing atmosphere and friendly staff.Had some starters, grill ( Korean BBQ)..."
JimBeth
"Great authentic food, booking essential but service is lacking...."
Vincent Bezuidenhout
"Korean food as been on my food bucket list for so long and i am glad i stop at Banchan to start this journey. The restaurant is situated in..."
Fabrizio Capello
"The place is small so better to book in advance , staff very friendly and the food is amazing ! If you like the ramen try the shin ramyun..."
Mel Dep
"Food is absolutely authentic, fantastic and all made bespoke in the kitchen from scratch by dedicated Korean family team. Service is exceptional and..."
Mark Fyvie
"Hidden on an unassuming corner in Parkmore, Banchan serves authentic Korean cuisine in an intimate and relaxed setting.Service: Attentive and..."
Hansley Jugar
"A really cool place to visit! It feels as though you are in a small alley somewhere in Asia! The decor, music and wonderful service makes the place..."
Vinolin Naidoo
"I have been dying to try this restaurant and it was worth the wait. I tried the Ddookbaegi Bulgogi. It was absolutely delicious and packed a punch,..."
15388052
"Love this place so much. The standard of food is so high. Absolutely would recommend to anyone who loves trying something..."
Gina Rautenbach
"The best part about this place is that you're paying for the experience more than just a meal. That being said, the food was delicious! It was so..."
Mbali Tshabalala
"Korean BBQs are bomb! But this one has got to take the cake!Small little place but oh so nice š I like the whole aspect of "cooking"..."
Zain And Faye
"Banchan has been around for a while & I finally got to try it. Itās a hidden gem of sorts and provides a unique dining experience. The experience..."
Sharima Bramannan
"Excellent food and atmosphere. Would recommend the pa-dack and naeng myun while the bingsu serves as a unique, excellent dessert.Service was good as..."
Ha Neul Lee
"I never thought I would find Korean cuisine in Johannesburg! It was awsome!I especially liked Padak. Way better than the ones you eat in..."
Young Guk Lee
"Wow. My new favourite restaurant. The food was amazing. Full of flavour and absolutely delicious. We grabbed takeaways but I will be back for the..."
Carole Craggs
"This place is totally unexpected. It's tiny and unassuming. Almost no decor to speak of. The menu is small with very limited choices. We were..."
Tam Loves Food
"My experience at Banchan was absolutely amazing! My family and I have been wanting to try this restaurant out for a while, so we were quite keen...."
Athena
"This is a top class Korean restaurant. The Korean BBQs have always become a Hallmark of many Korean restaurants but this one was pretty unique. I..."
Kimson Chan
"Great restaurant in the heart of Sandton. The decor is minimal and the gas extractors hanging from the ceiling catch your eye as soon as..."
Matthew Basson
"First Korean restaurant experience. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Helpful, friendly staff. The food was so fragrant and delicious. We will definitely visit..."
Tania Schlebusch
"Yummy!Fun!Healthy!Affordable!BYOB!An excellent interactive date night (The entrance appeared a little dodgy as..."
Nicole Vermeulen
"This place is so good I almost want to keep it a secret and not review it or tell anyone about it. Itās a hidden gem! Good food, service,..."
FoodFoodFood
"Delicious food as always. My go-to Korean restaurant. Starter platter to start with, then BBQ and bibimbap and to finish off bingsu. Always an..."
Lee York
"This family owned restaurant deserves all the praise! The restaurant is an amazing mix of Korean and western cultures.All this was shared..."
Tvonm
"yumMY! the sticky fried chicken was life changingAnd cooking Korean barbeque at your dining table is fun and sociable. the waiters were very..."
Julia Kirkby
"Absolutely fantastic! I had Korean bbq beef which I cooked myself at my table. It was wonderfully marinated and the side dishes were on the..."
Ernestine Erny Baloyi
"We experienced an interesting and interactive meal (and drinking session) at this little local Korean restaurant recently! Banchan restaurant gets..."
Lauras World
"Every now and then it's not so bad following like a sheep. I went with TTT's review and ordered ourselves the exact same meal as newbies to Korean..."
Clifford Millar
"Banchan refers to small dishes of food served along with cooked rice in Korean cuisine, very literal definition of the restaurant we might..."
TwoTastyTummies
"Fantastic night out! The food was delicious and interesting. Small restaurant with a great vibe and warm service. The bbq option is really fun and..."
Lanah-Lee Van Der Berg
"Very authentic korean experience with a clean and simple feel and great food. Really enjoyed the bbq portion with friends and the mix of flavours. Ps..."
Philip De Villiers
"One of my favourite places to fill a craving. The food comes in abundance (they're especially not stingy with the meat) and the service is..."
Ayanda Z Mbau
"Good food with natural fresh tastes - no flavour packets added here! Will be visiting again. Restaurant is very small though so booking..."
Nick Song
"I went to Banchan to celebrate my 22nd birthday and it was the most incredible experience! The food was absolutely unbelievable! The yangnyeom..."
Shannon Burton
"An absolute hidden gem. The ambience and service are on point. The food was divine and full of flavours. Definitely will be going to make this place..."
Tsume
"Great food and experience ! The kimchi, tofu, grilled meats, fried chicken are all worth trying with a perfect mix of tastes and spices...."
Guillermo Van Veen
"It was a fun and sociable way to spend an evening, taking turns cooking the meat - exploring new tastes which included Korean BBQ, kimchi, bingsu,..."
Kalay Maistry
"Food is amazing here! Especially their dessert, bingsu which I think only this korean restaurant serves it. The owner and the waitresses were..."
Joyce Keung
"Went on a Saturday night and was very impressed. The place is very small but the food is good and well priced. Really enjoyed the various Kimchi..."
Vijay Ghanshamdas
"This place is amazing. Small and quiet but one of the biggest hidden gems. I love the authentic food, and the best part is the grill food. They bring..."
Jess Morris
"I have been wanting to go here for months. But every time I want to, it's a Sunday and they are closed. So this time, I decided before hand..."
Verushka Bhagaloo
"Back the 2nd time in a week! Would definitely recommend this place! Food is delicious and ambience is great. Remember to bring your own alcohol , as..."
Tammy Sacks
"This truly is a hidden gem. From the outside it looks underwhelming but when you step inside you are transported to the other side of the world and..."
Anuschka Wischnewski
"One of the best meals I've ever had. Everything about Banchan is fresh, delicious and exciting. I'd eat here everyday if I could. Being able to grill..."
Erin Hazan
"Banchan is a little place seating maybe 20 guests. Each table has a gas cooker on it soooo like just have the korean bbq man.We had one of..."
Saul Ben Smith
"Very nice place. Went here for my birthday. Its very cold inside, so take a jacket a long. The food is superb. Loved everything. Great fusions and..."
Shauny D Foodie
"For a truly different dining experience, you must try this place! Perfect for a night out of 4/8 ppl to share meals... this restaurant is an..."
Skye Da Silva
"What a hidden gem! Tucked away just around the corner from the main road, is an authentic Korean experience. Delicious food and attentive and..."
Phat_Panda118
"Had dinner there last night . Everything was lovely . We have a year Old and a 6 year old . They were thoughtful , and had baby plate , fork and..."
Hargun
"Great food and Great Service - Love this Restaurant ! The food is exceptional - and Jamie is always there to make sure all ok. Ā A rare find as there..."
Thelma Genn
"We had such a lovely dinner here last night. The owner is very hands on and showed us exactly how to grill our barbecue. To start things off we had..."
Maria Mallick
"We had a lovely time at Banchan. The food was good, but bordering on average. Our favourites of the night was the starter nachos, the cucumber with..."
Joash Narainsamy
"Another gem in Parkmore! Lovely casual setting with hot plates on table. Unique Asian flavors which are quite new to Johannesburg. Food was tasty...."
Jozi Poppy
"I was a little reluctant to get out the house and have to face the cold and wet Saturday afternoon but this trip was completely worth it. I'd been..."
Zizi āZed-Iā Dlamini
"Great decor. Such friendly staff and owners. Amazing kimchi jjigae.... Really can't wait to come back for ssamgyeopsal (sp?) and bingsu! The homemade..."
Ally Martinez
"This place is excellent. Beautiful Korean food and a fun experience if you cook it at your table. Highly recommended. Try the Korean wine too!..."
Nikki Comninos
"Hidden in the heart of Sandton this restaurant truly took me by surprise.The food here is honestly next level. I am a massive fan of Asian..."
Charlemagne Olivier
"Delicious, authentic Korean cuisine served in a homey, comfortable environment. Service was friendly, prices reasonable and food absolutely..."
Lauren Hargreaves
"Had a taste of authentic Korean cuisine this weekend at Banchan in Parkmore: This shin ramen was amazing! Spicy broth with noodles, egg, kimchi..."
Saiyuri
"Cute restaurant with simple decor. The food flavours were great! However, you need to ask for the condiments in demand as they do not serve it by..."
Ling
"Exceptional customer service and tasty food! As a first time customer, the employees treated me like a close friend - telling me how to eat the food..."
Jacki Honeyke
"If you are looking for a little taste of South Korea, this is definitely the place! Recommend the chicken balls in mustard and for the first timers -..."
Michelle S.
"Aside from the nacho starter, everything was incredible. Loved the aesthetic of the restaurant and was even more impressed with the food and service...."
Jordan Koen
"This place really is a hidden gem! We popped in for a casual Saturday lunch and were not disappointed. The decor is cute and authentic and the staff..."
Edwards Matt
"Went for dinner to this great spot! We loved the simplistic decor and furniture. The food was great (I recommend the bibimbap and rice wine) and best..."
Micah Fineberg
"Amazing little family run restaurant. Owner is hands on and so very friendly. Nachos starter was unique, spicy and flavorful. Spicy fried chicken is..."
SamuelandJacinta Pather
"Superbly crafted authentic food served by friendly attentive staff. Don't feel intimidated if you are not familiar with this style of food. Good..."
Greg Marcia
"So so lovely place no matter you like meat or vegetables. Need some luck to book a table,. because it is so appraised as a hit..."
Lionel The Little Fox
"What a delight, so refreshing to try authentic Korean food (which is absolutely delicious) in a cool, well thought out space with great service and a..."
Rosie Stubbs
"Tucked away in Benmore, this secret piece of heaven is a big surprise.The decor and vibe is very modern and clean which makes for a really..."
Alexa Scola
"Banchan is a cute little authentic Korean restaurant hidden away in Parkmore. While I've had better Korean food at other spots in Jozi, the friendly..."
Akira Wing
"Korean cuisine is one of my absolute favourites so I was quite excited to try out Banchan.The small restaurant is tucked away in Parkmore and..."
Emily Smith
"No words to describe. Pukka Korean, have the nacho and the fried chicken ball things . Daughter and Parents manage the joint, worth every cent (and..."
Bean
"Fantastic array of modern Korean cuisine, excellent service and warm vibes in this cosy, family-run restaurant. One to visit again and again...."
Julian Rademeyer
"A great spot with cool decor - finally a decent Korean restaurant in Joburg! So glad I found this place. We chose the BBQ beef option as..."
Nicole Zetler Shapiro
"Banchan is an authentic Korean restaurant that I would recommend to anyone who loves Asian food or who wants to try something different. They offer..."
Amy Sophia Esterhuizen
"An amazing restaurant hidden away in The heart of Sandton! Authentic Korean dishes with a small bit delicious menu. Decor, people and the bosses are..."
Pam Lourenco
"Superb Korean barbecue near the main strip in Parkmore. The stews arrive in great cast iron pots and are hearty and full of extraordinary, authentic..."
Viantha Naidoo
"Nestled between Benmore and the Parkmore strip, this new restaurant has the right vibe for people of Sandton. Not so stuffy like the other Asian..."
No Time To Waste
"Best authentic Korean Restuarant in Jozi. Need I say more. A trendy interior. Their Bingsu dessert and the Korean fried chicken were the highlight of..."
Candistripe
"We celebrated a birthday at Banchan on a Friday night, for which we booked. They were not trained or ready for a party of 16/18; however the staff..."
Carl
"Food is really nice, been there twice, the boss lady is very pretty and friendly! The last time I went there they told me that they were going to..."
Wendy
"Excellent Korean cuisine (caveat: for vegetarian dishes). Flavor was great and service was excellent. Ambience is simple and comfortable. Food seemed..."
Mitesh Popat
"Howdy folks. This is one interesting place. I am going to start with the things I didn't like and build up to maybe the best thing I've ever..."
Miguel Gibson
"Booking is essential as the restaurant gets packed, and also arrive there a bit earlier because parking can be a challenge. The food was delicious, I..."
Katlego āKatā Lephalala
"I have been here well over 6 times. The food is great. Itās cozy and the staff are friendly. Make sure to make a reservation even during the week..."
Tshepo Mohasoane
"The food is absolutely amazing. I highly recommend the fried chicken, the ramyon, and the plum soju. Unfortunately the atmosphere was not that..."
Cahti Coulson
"The Korean barbecue here is exceptionally delectable and, in my opinion, the finest in the city. Be sure to make a reservation well ahead of time, as..."
Karla Basson
"Food was amazing especially the KFC. Had a great time celebrating my husband's birthday with family and friends. Such a lovely, new experience. We..."
Senobia Steyn
"One of the best experiences for family time, or date night! Honestly grilling yourself was one of the best parts of the experience and the food was..."
Kim _011
"The most confident 5 star review ever. AMAZINGly delicious food. The Korean Fried Chicken is like no other KFC on the planet. Succulent, crispy and..."
Nesh Mungroo
"What an experience this was !
The food was amazing and the kimchi deserves special notice. We had an kimchi omelette for starters to share and it was..."
Wikus Fourie
"That was a great experience! Amazing Korean food, very authentic and delicious. We got the kimchi jeon, bugolgi bibimbap and half a portion of Korean..."
Roberto Cossich
"The service was superb. The waiters were all very friendly with quick service and the food was amazing (as expected). My overall experience was 10/10..."
Kesaya Hadebe
"This is a Korean restaurant in Sandton. All dishes that we ordered were so delicious. We didn't make a reservation in advance, but I recommend you to..."
"Review of Banchan Korean Restaurant:
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Banchan Korean Restaurant, and I must say, it was an exceptional..."
Kayla Van der walt
"I wanted to eat here for a while and finally went!! The food was devine, the service impacable and the ambiance great!! A good place for you and..."
Chanelle Paul
"What a novel experience! As a family that enjoys Korean content, we had to try out some of the dishes that weāve come to see in the these shows...."
Azania Mosaka
"This goes down as one of the best experiences in Johannesburg. The Korean BBQ is what brought me here first šŖš» but then the Korean Fried..."
Brendan Mare
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