About

The history of Korean cuisine can be traced back ….. through the twisting myths and mystical legends of antiquity that journey through the centuries of social and political change. Highly influenced by Chinese culture and regional interaction. The history of Korean cuisine is one of evolution and adaption.

 

Restaurant

Founder of Mapo and Executive Chef Chung Jae Lee has created our restaurant menu from the thousands of food ideas that have been steamed, stirred and styled inside Mapo’s kitchen over the last eight years.

From the celebrated tradition of kimchi and dullsot bibimbap to the unique creations of coffee infused pork ribs and crying tiger wagyu, each dish reflects Mapo’s unique fusion of Korean and Western ideologies – where East meets West with a focus for local, organic produce.

Enjoy your experience at Mapo!!

 

Awards

2011 Winner of “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2010 State Champion for “Flavours of the World” in Lifestlye Food Awards
2010 Chung Jae Lee Finalist in “Awards for Excellence” Best Chef in SA
2010 Winner of “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2009 Chung Jae Lee Finalist in “Awards for Excellence” Best Chef in SA
2009 Finalist in “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2008 Chung Jae Lee Finalist in “Awards For Excellence” Best Chef in SA
2008 Finalist in “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2008 Featured on Food Safari SBS
2007 Winner of the Best Korean Restaurant in Australia for Lifestyle Food Channel
2007 Winner of “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2006 Featured on NBC Korea
2006 Winner of “Award for Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA
2005 Finalist in “Award For Excellence” Best Asian Restaurant in SA