Korea Town Melbourne Review: Late Night Korean Food on La Trobe Street
Korea Town at 365 La Trobe Street is the kind of Melbourne CBD Korean restaurant that feels made for a night out when dinner turns into a catch up, a camera roll full of food photos and one more round of conversation. It has that lively Korean dining energy I love, with plenty of dishes for sharing and enough city sparkle to make the walk in feel like a tiny Seoul moment.
A Casual Korean Restaurant with Big CBD Energy
This is not a quiet little hideaway. Korea Town leans into late night Melbourne dining with a bright, social and full bodied atmosphere. For anyone searching for Korean food in Melbourne CBD, especially around La Trobe Street, it works nicely as a friend group dinner, after work meal or a casual weekend stop before heading deeper into the city.
I always think good dining is a bit like taking your camera everywhere. You only get the photo if you make the effort to bring it with you. One story from my own memory bank is seeing Dua Lipa at The Corner Hotel before the giant crowds caught up and being so glad I had my little compact camera with me. Korea Town gives me a similar nudge: do the simple thing, get out of the routine and let the night surprise you.
Korean food here means generous, share friendly dishes with the comfort factor turned up. Expect the kind of spread that can include grilled meats, seafood, spicy sauces, rice, noodles, stews, banchan style sides and late night snacks that feel right with friends. Some menu details can change, so check the official menu before visiting if you have your heart set on a particular dish.
Charcoal grilled Wagyu ribs are the dish I would point friends towards first: smoky, rich, tender and full bodied, with enough savoury depth to make the table slow down for a second before everyone reaches back in.
What I like about a place like this is that it does not ask you to be too precious. It is casual, busy and social, which suits Korean dining beautifully. I can imagine turning up after work in the CBD, ordering a few share plates and letting the conversation drift from K drama to K-Pop to whether my weekday low carb plans are surviving the arrival of rice and noodles. Spoiler: sometimes the weekend starts early.
For food photography, Korea Town is also handy because Korean dishes bring colour, texture and steam to the table. A phone will do the job, but this is exactly the sort of place where I would be tempted to bring a small camera. Think sauces, grill marks, soups, glossy noodles and that happy moment when everyone pauses for the photo before diving in.
Nearby destinations make it easy to turn dinner into a broader Melbourne night. Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central, State Library Victoria and the Hardware Lane area are all sensible add ons depending on your route, the weather and whether you are making a pre dinner or post dinner wander out of it.
Would I go again? Yes and I have. Korea Town is a fun CBD Korean restaurant when you want a lively atmosphere, plenty of choice and food that suits a shared table. Confirm opening hours, menu prices and any seasonal changes via the official website before you head in, because hospitality details can shift over time.
Trivia:
Melbourne now has an official Koreatown centred around Healeys Lane in the CBD, and Korea Town restaurant sits nearby on La Trobe Street as part of the wider city appetite for Korean dining, late night food and K culture. The restaurant promotes more than 100 Korean food options and late night trading, but check the official website for current opening hours and menu details.
Location
Korea Town is at 365 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000, around 1.1 km from Flinders Street Station by a typical central city walking route.
Rating: 5
Would I go again: Yes and I have
Would I recommend to a friend: Definitely
Cuisine Type: Korean
Address: 365 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Telephone: (03) 9642 7512
Reviewed by: Howie's Melbourne Food Blog
Official Website
Their official webite is here: Korea Town official website.
Korea Town Melbourne FAQ
Where is Korea Town Melbourne?
Korea Town is located at 365 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000 in the Melbourne CBD.
What type of cuisine does Korea Town serve?
Korea Town serves Korean cuisine, including share friendly dishes, grilled meats, seafood, stews and late night Korean restaurant favourites.
Is Korea Town good for a group dinner?
Yes. The lively setting and broad Korean menu make it a natural fit for friends, casual celebrations and relaxed after work dinners.
Does Korea Town take bookings?
The official website notes walk-ins only, but restaurant policies can change. Confirm directly before visiting, especially for a larger group.
What should I check before visiting?
Check the official website for current opening hours, menu items, prices and any seasonal changes, because these details can vary over time.
