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MAY Q Korean Restaurant & Bar
19 Leigh St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Find MAY Q Korean Restaurant & Bar
19 Leigh St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Tucked along Leigh Street, MAY Q delivers an authentic Korean pub retreat with crackling fried chicken, bubbling communal hotpots, and chilled soju. Tables fill quickly with sizzling pork and calamari, snowy fried chicken, and rich budae jjigae built for sharing. Dim lighting and cozy booth setups set a moody backdrop, while the kitchen moves fast to keep late-night diners fed without lengthy waits. Staff guide newcomers through interactive cooking at the table, pouring broths and plating dishes with genuine warmth. Complimentary refills of banchan keep bowls of crisp kimchi and seasoned bean sprouts topped up, best enjoyed alongside cold Korean craft beers.
- Unlimited Banchan Refills: Enjoy bottomless complimentary servings of traditional side dishes, including kimchi and seasoned bean sprouts, throughout your meal.
- Korean Craft Beers & Spirits: Pair hearty hotpots and crispy chicken with imported Korean craft beers alongside traditional soju and makgeolli.
- Hands-On Table Service: Attentive staff take the lead on setting up burners, adjusting heat, and explaining dishes for a welcoming, effortless meal.
What's On at MAY Q Korean Restaurant & Bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at MAY Q Korean Restaurant & Bar
Why diners choose MAY Q for gatherings, late-night dining, and authentic Korean hospitality
Authentic Korean Pub Atmosphere
Guests experience an authentic Korean pocha atmosphere complete with comfort food, lively music, and traditional drinks like soju and makgeolli.
If you're looking for an authentic and cosy Korean pub experience, May Q is the place to be.
Sung Bean Lim Moody and Cozy Dining Nooks
The venue features dim lighting and nook-like booth seating, providing an intimate, relaxed setting for dinners and date nights.
the atmosphere inside the restaurant was cozy and comforting with its dimmed lights and nook-like table setup.
Kevin Ramos Unlimited Complimentary Banchan
Diners benefit from generous complimentary refills on classic side dishes including kimchi and seasoned bean sprouts.
The side dishes (kimchi and bean sprouts) can be refilled as many as you like
Kiakiokiko Kiasatina Swift Late-Night CBD Service
Located centrally on Leigh Street, the kitchen and floor staff deliver dishes quickly, making it a reliable spot for evening and late-night CBD meals.
A great restaurant to check out during a late night in the CBD! All the food options were delicious and cooked perfectly. Ambience was aesthetic and cosy, and service was quite fast as well.
N Abdul Engaging Cultural Guidance
First-time diners receive welcoming, hands-on guidance on Korean dining customs and menu options directly from enthusiastic staff.
He was very helpful and had such pride and happiness when explaining how his culture eats (my first time at a Korean restaurant). Made us feel comfortable, welcomed, educated and excited.
Ashers Rate Curated Korean Craft Beers
Alongside classic Korean spirits, the bar offers specialty imported Korean craft beers rarely stocked elsewhere in Adelaide.
Worth noting too, is that they have Korean craft beers, which I haven't often seen in other Korean restaurants.
Jer Melo
Most popular items
Crowd-favorite Korean comfort staples and shared hotpots
Korean fried chicken
The famous homemade spicy sauce coated Korean fried chicken is amazing.
Nia Gupta Rice cake skewers
The rice cake skewers, fried chicken, dumplings and combination calamari/pork sizzling dishes were phenomenal.
Decklan Milne Budae Jjigae
Ordered their famous Budae Jjigae and crispy K-chickens! Really good. 1 order of Budae Jjigae is enough for 4-5 pax
Erlou Miguel Salvacion Bibimbap
That bibimbap was simply delicious and really good quantity!
Naila Ahmed
Other favorites
Complementary sides, starters, and specialty Korean craft brews to complete the table
Corn cheese
The corn cheese is a must.
Alyssa Korean craft beers
Worth noting too, is that they have Korean craft beers, which I haven't often seen in other Korean restaurants. Very cool.
Jer Melo Kimchi pancake
We had the dumplings, spring rolls, and kimchi pancake — all were extremely tasty!
Jae Tomsen Dumplings
The rice cake skewers, fried chicken, dumplings and combination calamari/pork sizzling dishes were phenomenal.
Decklan Milne
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality and authentic touches that elevate the dining experience
Complimentary Banchan Refills
Diners receive complimentary side dishes of kimchi and bean sprouts that can be refilled as many times as requested throughout the meal.
Korean Craft Beer Selection
The bar curates specialty imported Korean craft beers alongside traditional spirits like soju and makgeolli, offering a rare beverage lineup not commonly found in typical Korean venues.
Hands-On Tabletop Cooking Assistance
Management and floor staff actively take the initiative at the table to set up hotpots, cut meat portions, and monitor boiling broth so soups do not overflow.
Dedicated Cultural & Menu Guidance
Staff take generous time to walk first-time guests through the menu and share cultural dining practices with pride and detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the portion sizes good for sharing?
Dishes are served in generous portions designed for sharing, with hotpots and platters like Budae Jjigae comfortably serving groups of two to five. Complementary side dishes like kimchi and bean sprouts can also be refilled.
Do I need to book a table in advance?
Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended for busy times such as Friday evenings, though walk-ins and small groups are also accommodated when tables are free.
What kinds of drinks are served?
The bar offers a selection of traditional drinks like soju and makgeolli alongside Korean craft beers and beer specials.
How does ordering work?
Guests walk up to the bar counter to place their food and drink orders, and dishes are brought out quickly to the table.
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