Unnie Korean Restaurant at Junction Nine
Location: 18 Yishun Ave 9, #01-19, Singapore 768897
Junction Nine
Affordable Korean restaurant at Junction Nine serving army stew, bibimbap, and Korean BBQ classics.
Affordable Korean restaurant at Junction Nine serving army stew, bibimbap, and Korean BBQ classics.
Unnie Korean Restaurant is a hidden gem at Junction Nine in Yishun, offering affordable and authentic Korean cuisine in a casual, welcoming setting. The restaurant is known for its army stew — a hearty bubbling hotpot of sausages, ramen, and vegetables in a spicy broth — as well as classic dishes like bibimbap and Korean fried chicken. It has quickly become a neighbourhood favourite for those seeking Korean flavours without the premium price tag. The menu covers a range of Korean staples including stews, rice dishes, and BBQ-style meats, with options for both solo diners and groups sharing a hotpot. Dine-in and delivery through Foodpanda are available, making it accessible whether you prefer eating in or at home. The restaurant suits Korean food enthusiasts, students, and families looking for a satisfying meal that does not strain the wallet. For Korean comfort food at friendly prices, Unnie Korean Restaurant at Junction Nine is a Yishun treasure worth discovering. Gather your friends, order a hotpot, and enjoy the warmth of a good Korean meal.Operating Hours
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Negative Reviews
Tan Wei Xuan
I'm really puzzled by how this place earned such high ratings. Given its stellar reviews, we chose to dine here with high expectations. The atmosphere was exactly as many reviewers described: K-pop music videos playing nonstop on the TV, …
Positive Reviews
Pang Hui Ling
This is seriously one of the best korean food places I have eaten in Singapore. The flavours were on point. Korean army stew broth was so flavourful, rich and umami. The dishes all come in a very generous portion, definitely value for …
Hoon Shi Hui
Food was amazing, the music was great, and the overall vibe was super cosy. The Korean lady boss was incredibly friendly and made us feel very comfortable throughout our meal. Highly recommend this place — we’ll definitely be back for more! Do try their soft tofu soup, pancakes, and barbecue meats!
Izwan Ghani
Food is super tasty and the serving size is huge. Good value for money + free 4 types of refillable side dishes! Really enjoyed the meal here..👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Nadia
Anyeonghaseyo. My 1st attempt at Unnie Korean Restaurant yesterday evening. We ordered a soft tofu jjagae +rice and kimchi pork belly + rice. Superb delicious and it has homecook taste. Very authentic and will go back for other dishes soon. To the lady boss, kamashamida for your generosity topping up an extra rice for me 😘😘😘
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Unnie Korean Restaurant
Korean Restaurant Storefront
A storefront for a Korean restaurant with large glass windows. The restaurant name,
Unnie Korean Restaurant Sign
A close-up shot of the illuminated sign for 'UNNIE KOREAN RESTAURANT' in white lettering, with Korean characters above. Green artificial hanging plants partially obscure the sign and the view into the restaurant. The reflection on the glass shows more of the interior, including tables and people.
Unnie Korean Restaurant
The exterior of a Korean restaurant with large glass windows. Outside, there are tables and chairs set up on the sidewalk. Two large, colorful frog statues are placed on tables outside the restaurant. A poster on the left side of the building advertises the restaurant, showing images of Korean food and the text "100% KOREAN OWNER RESTAURANT" and "UNNIE KOREAN RESTAURANT".
Soju Bottles
Four green glass bottles of soju are lined up on a wooden shelf. The labels on the bottles are white with Korean text and the word "fresh" in English. A brown ceramic pot and a potted plant are also visible on the shelf.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Korean restaurant with tables set up for dining. Some tables have built-in grills. The restaurant has wooden accents and modern black chairs. There are posters on the wall and signage visible through the window.
Grilled Eel Platter
A close-up shot of a grilled eel dish served on a black cast-iron platter with a wooden base. The eel is glazed with a dark, glossy sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Slices of zucchini and whole scallions are also visible on the platter.
Korean Beef and Noodle Soup
A close-up overhead shot of a steaming bowl of Korean beef and noodle soup. The soup is a rich brown broth filled with thinly sliced beef, ramen noodles, onions, carrots, and mushrooms. It is garnished with fresh green onions and sliced red chili peppers. A small side dish of kimchi is visible in the upper right corner. The bowl is made of stainless steel and sits on a wooden table. A spoon and chopsticks are also visible.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Korean restaurant with wooden tables and chairs. The restaurant has a modern industrial design with exposed ceiling pipes and ventilation systems. There are several tables set up for dining, some with built-in grills. A menu is visible on one of the tables.
Korean Food Platter
A close-up overhead view of a Korean meal served on a wooden table. In the center, a black cast-iron skillet holds a stir-fried dish with meat, vegetables, and a dark sauce, garnished with green onions. To the upper left, a metal bowl contains white rice with some red seasoning. To the right, another metal bowl holds kimchi. A small metal tray with side dishes is visible on the far right. The timestamp "OnePlus 12 Singapore | 22 August 2025 at 18:02" and the text "the decisice moment" are overlaid on the image.
Korean Stew
A close-up overhead view of a bubbling Korean stew in a black pot. The stew is filled with various ingredients including instant ramen noodles, sliced hot dogs, spam, tofu, kimchi, mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, beans, sliced carrots, and sliced zucchini. The stew is garnished with chopped green onions and sliced red chili peppers, and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Korean Appetizers
A platter of Korean appetizers including fried dumplings, kimchi, macaroni salad, and fish cakes, served with a dipping sauce.
Korean Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Korean restaurant with tables and chairs set up for dining. There are posters on the wall advertising Korean food. The restaurant appears to be clean and modern.
Korean Fried Chicken and Mandu
A close-up shot of two Korean dishes on a wooden table. On the left, a basket filled with crispy fried chicken pieces, some coated in a glossy red sauce and sprinkled with peanuts and chives, served with lettuce and crackers. On the right, a platter of steamed dumplings (mandu) arranged in a circle, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, accompanied by a small bowl of dark dipping sauce.
Korean Stew and Pancake
A close-up shot of a Korean meal on a wooden table. In the foreground, a large, round, savory pancake, cut into wedges, is served on a green and white patterned plate. A small bowl of dark dipping sauce sits in the center of the pancake. Behind the pancake, a steaming bowl of Korean stew, likely Kimchi Jjigae, is presented in a black stone pot on a wooden board. A small bowl of white rice is visible to the left of the pancake. A metal cup is on the right side of the table.
Bibimbap
A close-up shot of a bibimbap served in a black stone bowl. The dish contains rice, assorted vegetables such as spinach, shredded carrots, and lettuce, thinly sliced beef, and a raw egg yolk topped with sesame seeds. A drizzle of sauce is visible. In the background, a plate of fried food with sauce and a small bowl of kimchi are partially visible.
Steamed Egg Dish
A close-up shot of a Korean steamed egg dish, known as Gyeran Jjim, served in a black stone pot. The dish is topped with chopped green onions and black sesame seeds. A portable butane stove is visible to the left, and a metal bowl is in the background. The setting appears to be a restaurant with wooden tables.
Japchae with Beef
A close-up shot of a plate of Japchae, a Korean glass noodle dish. The noodles are stir-fried with thinly sliced beef, carrots, mushrooms, and green onions, and garnished with sesame seeds. The dish is served on a brass-colored plate.
Unnie Korean Restaurant
A view of the interior and storefront of a Korean restaurant called Unnie. A large neon sign with the restaurant's name is visible. A promotional poster for a beer deal is displayed on the left, and a picture of a Korean dish is on the right. Several customers are seated inside.
Jinro Soju Bottles
Four green glass bottles of Jinro soju are displayed on a wooden shelf. Three bottles are labeled "Jinro Chamisul Fresh" with Korean text and a blue water drop graphic. One bottle is labeled "Jinro Green Grape" with an image of green grapes and Korean text. To the left is a brown ceramic pot, and to the right is a small black vase.
Japchae with Meat
A sizzling platter of japchae, a Korean glass noodle dish, is served with thinly sliced meat. The noodles are stir-fried with vegetables such as carrots, bok choy, and wood ear mushrooms, and garnished with sesame seeds. The dish is presented on a black cast-iron skillet with a wooden base.
Korean Food
A close-up overhead shot of two Korean dishes on a wooden table. In the foreground is a large metal bowl filled with ramen noodles, broth, egg, and sliced chili peppers. In the background, a round metal plate holds tteokbokki, which are rice cakes in a red sauce with onions and a lettuce garnish. Small side dishes of kimchi and seaweed are also visible.
Korean Stew
A large, round pot filled with a Korean stew, also known as Budae Jjigae. The stew contains a variety of ingredients including instant noodles, spam, tofu, beans, kimchi, mushrooms, and vegetables. Several small bowls of side dishes are visible around the main pot.
Steamed Dumplings
A close-up shot of several steamed dumplings arranged on a black rectangular plate. The dumplings are filled and topped with chopped green onions. A small piece of lettuce garnishes the plate. In the lower right corner, a metal container holds sliced cucumbers in a sauce.
Korean Food Platter
A top-down view of a wooden table laden with various Korean dishes. In the foreground, a large brass plate holds tteokbokki, a spicy rice cake dish with sliced onions and green onions. To the right, a black stone pot contains a fluffy steamed egg dish, garnished with sliced green onions and black sesame seeds. A small metal dish with kimchi is visible in the upper left corner. Another metal tray holds pickled radishes and other small side dishes. In the upper right, a plate of fried chicken coated in a dark sauce is served with a side of coleslaw and crackers, presented on a bed of newspaper. A bowl of rice is partially visible on the far right.
Restaurant Interior with Food Displays
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs. A counter area displays food items on posters and a screen shows a video. There are also decorative elements like plants and a Christmas tree. The overall ambiance is casual and modern.
Korean Pancake with Dipping Sauce
A close-up shot of a Korean pancake, likely a Pajeon or Kimchi Jeon, served on a green and white patterned plate. The pancake is golden brown and crispy, with visible pieces of green onions and other vegetables mixed into the batter. A small black bowl filled with a dark dipping sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, is placed in the center of the pancake. The food is presented on a wooden table.
Kimchi Fried Rice with Beef and Egg
A close-up shot of a plate of kimchi fried rice topped with a fried egg, shredded seaweed, and a side of thinly sliced beef. A piece of lettuce garnishes the dish. The food is served on a metallic plate.
Steamed Egg Dish with Makgeolli Bottle
A close-up shot of a Korean steamed egg dish (Gyeran-jjim) served in a black stone pot, topped with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. A white bottle with a yellow cap, likely containing Makgeolli (Korean rice wine), is placed horizontally in the background. Several small metal bowls containing side dishes and a metal cup are also visible on the wooden table.
Korean Restaurant Storefront
A storefront for a Korean restaurant named UNNIE 언니. The facade features large glass windows with the restaurant's name in illuminated white lettering. Two large posters display images of Korean dishes: Tteokbokki and Korean Ramyeon. The lower part of the facade is decorated with a wooden paneling design. A bicycle is parked outside the entrance.
Japchae with Side Dishes
A close-up shot of a plate of Japchae, a Korean glass noodle dish, served on a golden plate. The noodles are mixed with thinly sliced beef, vegetables such as carrots, onions, and green peppers, and garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. In the background, several small metal bowls contain various Korean side dishes, including kimchi. The meal is set on a wooden table.
Korean Stew and Steamed Egg
A close-up overhead view of two Korean dishes served in black stone bowls on a wooden table. The dish on the left is a light-colored broth with pieces of meat and chopped green onions. The dish on the right appears to be a steamed egg dish, also garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. A small bowl of kimchi is visible in the upper left corner.
Jajangmyeon
A close-up shot of a bowl of Jajangmyeon, a Korean noodle dish. The noodles are coated in a thick, dark, savory sauce made from fermented black beans, and topped with shredded cucumber and sesame seeds. The dish is served in a metallic bowl.
Restaurant Interior
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs. There are framed pictures of food on the wall, a counter with kitchen equipment, and a refrigerator. Two staff members are visible behind the counter. The ceiling has exposed ductwork and lighting fixtures.
Tteokbokki
A close-up shot of tteokbokki, a popular Korean dish, served in a metallic bowl. The dish features chewy rice cakes and sliced onions coated in a vibrant red, spicy sauce. It is garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, with a small sprig of lettuce adding a touch of green. A glass of water is visible in the blurred background.
Fried Rice
A close-up shot of a pan filled with fried rice, topped with sesame seeds and green onions. The pan is placed on a portable gas stove. The background shows a blurred interior of a restaurant with wooden chairs and tables.
Jinro Lemon Soju Bottles
Several bottles of Jinro Lemon Soju are displayed on a shelf, alongside bottles of Terra beer. The Jinro bottles have a white label with gold lettering that says "JINRO LEMON" and features an illustration of lemons and a frog. The Terra beer bottles are green with a distinctive label.
Korean Stew
A close-up, overhead view of a Korean stew in a metal pot. The stew contains kimchi, ramen noodles, sliced spam, tofu, beef, mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, and sliced cucumbers. The pot is on a wooden table.
Cold Noodle Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl of cold noodles in a broth, topped with a hard-boiled egg, cucumber slices, and sesame seeds. Ice chunks are visible in the broth.
Sizzling Korean Pork Belly Dish
A close-up shot of a Korean dish, likely Jeyuk Bokkeum or a similar stir-fry, served on a cast-iron skillet with a wooden base. The dish features tender pieces of pork belly, stir-fried with kimchi, onions, and other vegetables in a vibrant red, spicy sauce. It is generously garnished with chopped green onions. The food is presented in a way that suggests it is still sizzling and hot.
Korean Food Platter
A close-up shot of a table laden with Korean dishes, including tteokbokki with melted cheese, a sizzling meat and vegetable stir-fry served on a cast iron skillet, and various banchan (side dishes) such as pickled vegetables and kimchi. Bowls of rice and spoons are also visible, suggesting a shared meal. The setting appears to be a casual dining restaurant.
Kimchi Pancake
A close-up shot of a savory kimchi pancake served with a dipping sauce. The pancake is golden brown and appears to be made with chopped kimchi and other vegetables. It is presented on a green and yellow patterned plate, with a small black bowl of dark dipping sauce in the center. Two small metal bowls are visible in the foreground and background, one containing a light-colored liquid and green garnishes. The meal is set on a wooden table.
Japchae Noodles
A close-up shot of a plate of Japchae, a Korean glass noodle dish. The noodles are stir-fried with thinly sliced beef, vegetables such as carrots, onions, and cabbage, and black mushrooms. The dish is served on a brass-colored plate and sprinkled with sesame seeds. The background shows a wooden table and a hint of chairs, suggesting a restaurant setting.
Bibimbap
A close-up shot of a bibimbap dish in a black stone bowl. The dish contains rice, thinly sliced beef, shredded carrots, mushrooms, seaweed, and a raw egg yolk topped with sesame seeds. The bowl is placed on a wooden surface.
Fried Dumplings with Dipping Sauce
A plate of eight fried dumplings is served with a small bowl of dipping sauce and a garnish of lettuce. The dumplings are golden brown and appear to be filled. A QR code is visible on the table in the background.
Fried Rice with Vegetables
A close-up shot of a pan of fried rice, likely a Korean dish, served on a portable stove. The rice is mixed with chopped green onions, seaweed flakes, and possibly other vegetables and seasonings, giving it an orange-red hue. The dish is presented in a round, shallow metal pan with handles. In the background, people are seated at a wooden table, with one person holding a white object.
Fried Chicken Bites
A close-up shot of fried chicken bites coated in a glossy red sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds. The chicken is served on a black cast-iron skillet with a wooden base, garnished with lettuce leaves.
Steamed Egg Dish
A close-up shot of a large, fluffy steamed egg dish served in a dark ceramic bowl. The dish is topped with sliced green onions, white onion rings, and black sesame seeds. In the background, a small metal dish contains pickled radishes and other side dishes, and a bowl of white rice with a sprinkle of red seasoning is visible. The meal is set on a wooden table.
Korean Fried Chicken and Noodles
A close-up overhead shot of a table with Korean food. In the foreground, a large metal bowl contains noodles topped with a dark sauce and sesame seeds, alongside shredded cucumber. To the right, a basket lined with newspaper holds pieces of fried chicken, some coated in a red sauce and others in a lighter batter, garnished with lettuce and crackers. Chopsticks rest on a small metal dish.
Korean Restaurant Menu Displays
A display of four large posters showcasing Korean dishes. The posters feature Dolsot Bibimbap, Tteokbokki, Kimchi Jeongol, and Budae Jjigae. Above the posters, shelves are stocked with bottles of green liquid, possibly beverages, and small potted plants. A sign detailing "Our Story" is also visible. The overall impression is of a casual dining establishment with a focus on Korean cuisine.
Korean Restaurant Dining
A server in a pink apron and red shirt, wearing a black mask and cap, stands by a table in a Korean restaurant. She is stirring a pot of food on a portable stove. On the table are various dishes, including dumplings, a bottle of soju, and several small bowls of side dishes. Other diners are visible in the background.
Fried Dumplings with Dipping Sauce
A close-up shot of several golden-brown fried dumplings arranged on a dark rectangular plate. A small bowl of dark dipping sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, is positioned at the top of the plate. The dumplings appear to have a crispy exterior and a filling visible in some. A bit of green lettuce is tucked under the dumplings on the right side. Another dish, partially visible on the left, contains what looks like sliced and fried eggplant. The wooden table surface is visible in the background.
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