A new Korean restaurant, Korean Hero, is opening on 64 High Street next Monday, 24 March. 

Korea Hero will replace Riverside Vegetaria.

The restaurant, which dubs itself as "Kingston's firs riverside Korean restaurant", will bring "authentic home-cooked flavours," says owner Linda.  

At Korea Hero, every meal is inspired by the K-Tray, a modern take on Korea's traditional home dining experience. 

K-Tray represents the perfect balance of flavours, textures, and nutrition, featuring a comforting main dish, a variety of freshly prepared side dishes (Banchan), and steaming hot soup. 

Korea Hero's  side dishes, carefully crafted by its chef, are complimentary with every meal, just like in a traditional Korean home. 

The restaurant's menu features a diverse range of Korean comfort food, including sizzling Bulgogi (marinated beef), spicy stir-fried pork, Jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles), Jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), Bibimbap (mixed rice with vegetables and protein), and Kimchi Jjigae (spicy kimchi stew). 

Whether you're craving something hearty and warming or bold and spicy, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 

Unlike fusion-style Korean restaurants, Korea Hero is fully owned and operated by Koreans, with an expert Korean chef bringing authentic flavors to Kingston. 

The restaurant's mission is to introduce locals to the heart of Korean cuisine- wholesome, flavourful, and deeply rooted in tradition, offering a taste of real home-cooked Korean meals. 

This exciting new addition to Kingston's diverse food scene is run by Linda, who also owns Sushi Hero in Surbiton. 

Linda said: "Korea Hero is more than just a restaurant - it's a cultural bridge, welcoming the Kingston community to experience authentic Korean flavors, tradition, and hospitality. FK-Tray, right by the Thames."

Korea Hero's diners will be able to enjoy 30% off everything for the first three weeks of its opening.

As of today, Monday, 17 March, construction workers are working on the restaurant's interior, but the exterior appears to be done, boasting a bright yellow frame.