Itaewon Korean Restaurant

Skip the heavy PR. Here’s the real deal on Southport’s Korean food scene. If you’re rolling back to the Gold Coast after a brutal day at the theme parks, punch Itaewon into the GPS. Gold Coast food chasers are utterly obsessed with this spot—and for good reason. The move here? Scan the table's QR code and immediately fire off an order for the gamjatang (pork bone soup). Deeply savory. Ridiculously comforting. Absolute soul food. Factor in the massive bowls of bulgogi bibimbap loaded with veggies, plus that wild jalapeño mayo fried chicken—crispy, tangy, and unapologetically bold. The vibe? High-energy, upbeat, and undeniably authentic. A word to the wise: be at the door by 5:00 PM. The dining room is cozy, and the tables fill up in literal minutes. Fast service, colossal portions, and jinjja stellar flavors. Grab a seat before the queue wraps around the block.