Mr Lee's Foods

Mr. Lee's Foods is a small, 20-seater restaurant in Ringwood East, Melbourne that has gained a cult following in the Korean-Australian community. The restaurant specializes in Korean comfort food, particularly dishes made with pork. The menu is simple, offering three dishes: house-made soondae (Korean blood sausage), steamed pork belly, and dwaeji guk bap (pork soup with rice).

The restaurant has a cozy and intimate atmosphere, focusing on delivering high-quality food rather than elaborate decor. Despite its small size and lack of advertising, Mr. Lee's Foods is often filled with customers, a testament to the quality of its offerings. One of the standout dishes is the house-made soondae, a Korean blood sausage that uses glass noodles as a binding agent, resulting in a unique and flavorful sausage. The steamed pork belly and dwaeji guk bap also showcase the delicious flavors and textures of pork in Korean cuisine. Despite minimal publicity, Mr. Lee's Foods has gained a dedicated following within the Korean-Australian community. Its reputation for serving authentic and delicious Korean comfort food has spread through word-of-mouth, attracting customers who appreciate the restaurant's focus on quality and tradition. Its simplicity, dedication to quality, and cult following make it a hidden gem for those seeking authentic Korean cuisine in the area.