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Lui.boss Preston Korean eatery

SHOP 2/1 Cook St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Recommended by 44 people

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SHOP 2/1 Cook St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

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+61 493 262 573
HoursMonday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lui.boss Preston Korean eatery

Tucked right into Preston Market, this lively haunt delivers punchy Korean comfort cooking without making you travel into the city. Locals stop by for midday bulgogi sets or crowd tables over crisp kimchi pancakes, chewy tteokbokki, and soy garlic fried chicken paired with cold Cass beer or soju cocktails. It is an easy pick for casual family dinners equipped with high chairs and kid-friendly tableware, running well into late evenings when neighboring stalls have shuttered.

  • Midday specials: Serves affordable lunchtime sets like bulgogi alongside the full sharing menu.
  • Family-friendly amenities: Provides high chairs and dedicated children's tableware for relaxed family meals.
  • Late-evening eats: Cooks hearty stews and fried chicken late into Sunday nights after market stalls shut.
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Why Dine at Lui.boss Preston Korean Eatery

Discover why locals turn to Lui.boss in Preston Market for satisfying Korean comfort food, quick lunches, and shared family dinners.

  • Authentic Korean Comforts Close to Home

    Lui.boss satisfies local Korean food cravings in Preston with crispy fried chicken, comforting stews, and flavourful tteokbokki.

    I'm glad we found this place for our Korean food craving without having to go all the way to the city or inner city.

    Onnida T

  • Hearty Portions and Quality Classics

    Generous portion sizes, rich side dishes, and well-balanced broths ensure a deeply filling dining experience.

    Amazing food, big portions, well presented.

    Super Star

  • Affordable Midday Lunch Specials

    Midday diners benefit from dedicated lunch specials that are affordable, speedy, and satisfying.

    Don't sleep on the lunch menu. It's affordable, easy, filling and won't kill your calories budget.

    Yuhan Lim

  • Late Evening and Sunday Night Dining

    Operating hours extend into late evenings, making it an easy dinner stop after market hours or on Sunday nights.

    Lui Boss was exactly what we needed for a late Sunday night meal. It was great finding somewhere still serving Korean food later in the evening

    Amilliah

  • Casual Family and Group Feasts

    Shareable dishes like loaded kimchi fries, large pancakes, and platters make it ideal for family meals and team outings.

    very popular amongst local for casual family dinner

    Dani L.

  • Welcoming Setting for Young Families

    Thoughtful touches like high chairs and dedicated children's dining ware comfortably accommodate dining with toddlers.

    Fabulous little restaurant in local Preston Market.

    Lee Klein

Signature Korean comfort classics loved by Preston locals

  • Korean fried chicken

    So far my favourite place to get some great quality korean fried chicken in Preston - food was fresh, steaming hot when served, chicken is crunchy and flavoursome

    Yvette Dimalanta

  • tteokbokki

    The tteokbokki was one of my favourites. The rice cakes had that lovely chewy texture and came in a spicy sauce with fish cake, egg and vegetables.

    Amilliah

  • beef bulgogi

    The Beef Bulgogi arrived sizzling hot, sweet and flavoursome.

    Joanne Lung

  • kimchi pancake

    I love the kimchi pancake and the fried chicken

    Dani L.

Other favorites

Shareable sides, snacks, and weekend specials to accompany your meal

  • kimchi fries

    The kimchi fries were also delicious and definitely worth ordering to share.

    Amilliah

  • corn cheese

    crunchy corn and cheese

    Normandy C Jr

  • prawn mandu

    The Prawn Mandu dumplings were soft and well complemented by the accompanying soy and vinegar sauce.

    Joanne Lung

  • kimbap

    I stumbled upon their kimbap over the weekend and decided to try it — and wow, it was so delicious!

    YEONJUNG SON

Beyond the menu

Attentive and thoughtful service touches noted by local diners

  • Birthday Celebration Participation

    Staff actively participate in table celebrations, singing happy birthday alongside guests to create a warm and lively atmosphere.

  • Dedicated Toddler Dining Ware

    Families dining with young children are provided with high chairs along with dedicated children's plates and cutlery.

  • Attentive Menu Guidance

    Staff take the time to explain individual dishes and ingredients with care without being intrusive.

  • Proactive Lost Property Care

    When customers accidentally leave personal items behind, staff promptly notice and rush out to return them right away.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, ordering, and parking to make the most of your visit.

  • Plan around busy dinner hours

    The dining room is cozy and can get loud or snug during peak evening rush. If you prefer a quieter meal, consider dropping in for lunch or ordering takeaway.

  • Request sauces on the side

    When dining with young children or those sensitive to spice, you can ask staff to serve chicken sauces on the side so everyone can share comfortably.

  • Mind the market parking limit

    The restaurant is situated directly by Preston Market, where visitor parking is free on market days for visits up to two hours.

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