Kori is a family-run Korean restaurant on Holdenhurst Road, a short walk from Bournemouth town centre and the East Cliff. It's one of a small handful of Korean kitchens in the town, and it's built a loyal following among locals looking for something different from the usual seafront chippies and chain restaurants.
The food
The menu sticks to Korean classics rather than chasing trends. Bibimbap and beef bulgogi are regular fixtures, including a sizzling dolsot (hot stone bowl) version, alongside kimchi pancake and Korean-style fried chicken. It's the kind of comfort-food line-up that rewards regulars who find a favourite and stick with it, and there are vegetarian options on the menu too. As always, dishes and availability can shift over time, so it's worth checking with the restaurant directly if you're after something specific.
Good to know
Kori is licensed, so you can have a beer or wine with your meal, and it also does takeaway, with a presence on delivery apps for those who'd rather eat in at home. Typical opening hours run to lunch and dinner sittings, around midday to mid-afternoon, then early evening to late, Monday and Wednesday to Saturday, with Tuesdays and Sundays closed. Hours at independent restaurants can change, so it's sensible to confirm before setting out, especially outside of the core lunch and dinner windows.
Kori is a solid option if you fancy a change of pace from Bournemouth's more typical seaside dining. Explore more of the town's restaurants, cafés and bars in our food & drink guide, or see what else is nearby in our things to do guide.