Nothing special, a bit overpriced. Serving was not so quick. They changed their menu, if you are looking for the bibimbap they no longer offer it. Didn’t maintain safe social distance, sitting super close to the one next to me and the gap between bar and tables are super tight. (The chairs are so uncomfortable)

Sang by mabasa is the kind of restaurant I love, one run by a family. You have the parents cooking the food in the kitchen and the food is some of the best Korean food I have had in Sydney. This was one of my favourite Dolsot Bibimbap I have had. The rice on the bottom was perfectly crisp and everything was seasoned perfectly.

The team here have a vision, and put in the time, hard work and energy to bring it to life. Having dined at Sang before in 2018, and again recently, everything on offer has been elevated to a level that lifts them to a league of their own in Korean cuisine around Sydney. The creative interpretation of staple dishes, quality wine selection and cosy environment with hints of sophistication makes Sang By Mabasa one of the definite go-to dining experiences now and years to come. Pictured is the set menu.

Had my last meal here in Sydney. I love the vibe here, feels like you are going to a Korean friend’s house to have a lunch. Their menu is really simple but have all the necessary food. I ordered the noodles soup, handmade dumplings and the fried squid. The flavour taste light and healthy. And their side dish was also different from the others.

Everything was delicious but my favourite are the kingfish and the octopus. They were seasoned perfectly and very fresh. Just down side we didn’t make the booking and have to sit outside ( although there were two seat haven’t taken would be a better experience if we get to sit inside , as the pork rib sauce got cold and became sticky) Overall a very nice experience, high quality food and friendly service

Food waa good. Great banchan . portion size was on the small side as expectes. I had the kimchi stew $20 and it was flavoursome.

Sang by Mabasa is a great Korean food experience. I was taken aback by the beautiful presentation and great flavours of each dish. This restaurant prides itself on showcasing Korean cuisine that you would not normally find at a 'typical' Korean restaurant. Definitely want to come back.

Little place with hearty meal... Hearing it is Sang's first lunch opening since COVID lockdown, decided to come here with my colleague for a quick lunch. Have been longing for their Kimchi pancake, very satisfied that it is as tasty as before, juicy and appetizing. The spicy and sour taste makes it stand out any other Kimchi pancake I had in Sydney. Also ordered this week's lunch special - Budae Jjigae (Spicy Army Stew). Soup is great with the rice and I can't believe that I ate them all! Very friendly staff and delicious food within a tranquil environment. Much appreciated!

Fantastic overall experience - sophisticated dishes with zero 'fluff‘. Open-kitchen, great vibe, super service, unique range of wine, beers and Korean spirits. Loved it.

Hands down, our number one Asian meal in Sydney. And the only reason we got the opportunity to dine at @sangbymabasa was thanks again to our food-loving friend in Australia, Wee Liam (@hungrywolfgrams). Owned and run by a Korean family, it’s dad and mum who does all the cooking while son Kenny (he is also an object designer, maker and metalsmith - @studiokyss) and his wife take care of the front-of-house with a couple of staff. The restaurant appears casual and homely, which is part of its heartwarming charm. But the food looks and tastes much finer than you would guess. Like Wee Liam said, if dad and mum were hidden from sight, one would understandably assume a youngish, hip Korean Chef and his team were behind all the dishes. We had to open a bottle of Jeju’s Hallasan Soju ($20) that night because well, it seemed to pair seamlessly with everything on the menu. Below is the entire list of what we stuffed our faces most happily on: 1. Kimchi Pancake - Only available for lunch, the privilege to savour this deliciousness was due to us being there with Wee Liam who is a regular customer. 2. Cho Muchim ($22) - The poached cuttlefish was springy not rubbery, and lavished in a sweetish-spicy cho gochujang. Red onion, pickled plums and cucumbers enlivened this seafood item even more, rendering it the perfect snack to gobble with alcohol. 3. Dak Moraejip ($15) - Charred chicken gizzards, garlic and fresh green chilli were tumbled in gochugaru and sesame oil to maximum delectability. Forget about stopping once you start. 4. Outer Skirt of Beef - A surprise dish from Kenny and his parents, this particular cut of melt-in-the-mouth meat left us swooning and sighing in bliss. I was convinced it was aged but Kenny said no, the sleeve-shaped piece of beef gets its richer flavour from the cow’s organs that it wraps around. Wow… we learned something new that night. 5. Yangbokkeum ($14) - Stirfried in gochujang and perilla leaves, the tripe was incredibly soft and tasty. 6. Yassam ($16) - A revelation. Hard to imagine cucumber, Asian pear and perilla leaves wrapped in pickled white radish could taste so complex and refreshing all at once. 7. Bossam ($40) - Those thick slices of pork belly were fabulous. I loved the wonderfully unctuous fat-laced skin especially; even more so when I offset it with the accompanying white kimchi, seasoned radish, ssamjang, salted shrimp, wobbly kelp and pickled kai lan for a spectrum of acidity, savoury, umami and crunch. 8. Daegu Tang ($26) - On a cold winter’s night, sipping on hot soup is one of the most comforting things to do. And this restaurant’s version with Murray cod, shiitake mushrooms, Korean watercress, tofu and white radish m, warmed not only our bellies but the cockles of our hearts. 9. Namul Dolsotbap ($28) - A sensational finale showcasing five namul (description from Google: “variety of edible grass or leaves or seasoned herbal dishes made of them”) on rice in a pot. I couldn’t help but notice nearly every table ordered it too. Another awesome night with the one and only @hungrywolfgrams. Thank you so much Wee Liam for taking us here.

Such a great experience. Staff were awesome and super friendly. Food was sensational. Such a personal, homey experience. Like being invited to the chefs home and cooking just for you. Very memorable and highly recommend.

Sang is simply sensational. The food and service is always excellent. From the handmade dumplings to the delicious Kim chi soup we have never had a bad dish. If you want great Korean food - look no further. And their lunch menu is well worth checking out.

Authentic Korean flavours get a modern twist at this cool narrow Surry Hills diner with great wine by the glass. Cho muchim packs a visual, textural and flavour punch with cuttlefish in an intense orange chilli sauce topped with black rice crackers; crisp mung beans and perilla take wagyu tartare to the next level; and thin slices of grilled dry-aged beef work a treat with a selection of condiments including a killer house kimchi. Go the excellent-value Feed Me menu and save yourself the dilemma of deciding.

The best Korean restaurant in town! 10/10 always - amazing atmosphere, service and family run. Delicious, fresh and always interesting tastes and textures. Definitely recommend if you like a modern take on a classic Korean restaurant.

Went there on a Saturday lunch for a catch up with some friends I haven’t seen for 3 years. The food was good, I can’t complain about it, but the service let us down. We order 7 dishes and after ordering them, we politely asked to the waiter to space them out and don’t bring them all in once. The answer was a no no. “When ready we’ll bring it”. Had to rush to eat to make room for other dishes on the way. We added another 2 dishes as we opened our second bottle of wine. Received the food and been advised, shortly after, that the place was closing in 10 minutes. We couldn’t finish the bottle of wine, barely finished the food and had to leave at 2.40pm. Definitely not a place for a relaxed lunch and did spoil our catch up lunch. Didn’t feel hosted properly in proportion to the good reviews in here. Disappointing.

Feels like your sitting inside a korean grandmas kitchen. The food is amazing wow. Best restaurant I've ever been too!! The service is amazing. Order the set menu as it has off the menu special items. The staff were so friendly and gave us free white kim chi because we loved it so much. Can't wait till i can come back here again ❤😍🥡

The food here is so good I had dinner two nights in a row before I flew home. I probably tried half the menu so here’s what I like and what I really love. 10/10 would order again: - Yassam: the dish is beautifully balanced and appetising. It’s the perfect start to the meal (I ordered this on both nights) - Yookhwe: the tartare was tasty and rich, and the crispy mung bean added a nice texture to the dish - Pan-fried pork mandu: the dumplings were pan fried to crispy perfection and the filling was delicious - Maeun Honghap Tang: very clean seafood taste but umami-packed and chock full of fresh seafood - Buchujeon: super crispy garlic chives pancake - LA Galbi: delicious and beautifully char-grilled black angus short ribs - Ssuk Ice-cream: mugworts is a very unique flavour and it pairs very well with the salted chocolate ganache I also liked the Dak Gangjeong, Bossam, and Doeji Galbi, but they were slightly on the tougher side.

This is hands down Australia’s Best Korean. Run by a family of champions the food is delicious. So good that when I was there, before I had finished I was already planning to come back. Ten stars out of Five

Delicious Korean food in a cute little corner of Surry Hills. Away from the crowds of Crown Street, it's a great place for brunch if you can grab one of the seats outside. Didn't sit inside but can see how it may get busy/cramped at night. The food is delicious! Had the Bibimbap and Pork Belly and they were fresh, full of flavour and generously portioned. You can tell it's not just another Korean takeaway - they have extra details and flavours in the food that makes it worth the trip. Absolutely worth a try if you're in the area.

If you’re looking for an intimate date night venue or a cosy gathering with a small group of friends, this is the perfect place. We opted for the $80pp feed me menu and the food was delicious with a good amount per serving. It felt like traditional Korean dishes done really well with an extra edge. Would not hesitate to come back.

Great food love the contemporary and modern combination. Female waitress was friendly and very informative. The male waiter could have been more friendly.

One of the best places I have been to recently! Small, intimate, good service and delicious food! Not sure about the Huuon Farmhouse Apple Ale but everything else was brilliant! We had the $60 box supplemented with the great Korean fried chicken! Really good. You need to book.

Was very disappointed with the service. We were first to walk in but Mains took over an hour to serve. Meanwhile, the set menus for other tables were rolling out… had we known, we would have ordered the set menu. We had the cabbage pancakes which tasted great. But the mains were slightly disappointing - pork belly was quite tough and Murray cod soup was quite fishy. Probably won’t be back… :(

Thin narrow restaurant with simple white walls and clean wooden decoration - the atmosphere is really calming. Food (Set 80) is great, crisp, tasty and well balanced. Service is really good too - polite, attentive without being annoying. We had a great night!