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Irea Lidcombe

14 Joseph St, Lidcombe NSW 2141, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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14 Joseph St, Lidcombe NSW 2141, Australia

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+61 430 707 407
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Irea Lidcombe

Irea Lidcombe is your direct line to freshly made Korean banchan and hot deli comfort. Shelves stay stocked with house-fermented kimchi, pickled radish, and prepped homestyle side dishes. Commuters drop in for neat takeaway bento boxes and tightly rolled kimbap—which staff will happily roll fresh on the spot if the display runs bare. By the counter, grab skewered tteokbokki, sweet hotteok pancakes, or ready-to-simmer tubs of beef rib broth and spicy seafood tofu stew. Physical bills handed over at the till secure a small cash discount on the haul.

  • House-Made Banchan: Kimchi, pickled radish, and daily side dishes prepared fresh in-house.
  • On-Demand Kimbap: Takeaway rolls made daily and prepped fresh to order when display racks run out.
  • Hearty Soups & Stews: Pre-portioned, ready-to-heat tubs of beef rib soup and seafood tofu stew.
  • Early Grab-and-Go: Early 5:00 AM opening with ready-to-go bento boxes and hot skewers.
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Why Shoppers Choose Irea Lidcombe

Discover why locals rely on Irea Lidcombe for fresh home-style Korean banchan, early morning bento, and street-food grab-and-go.

  • Fresh On-Site Banchan & Side Dishes

    Fresh banchan like house-made kimchi and seasoned side dishes are prepared directly on location with authentic Korean recipes, saving hours of scratch prep at home.

    One of the features I loved is their freshly made side dishes, like kimchi and Korean style pickled radish, which are prepared on-site and taste amazing.

    Gavin Jones

  • Generous Ready-Made Soups & Stews

    Large portions of home-style Korean soups and hearty stews provide convenient, ready-to-heat dinner options straight from the store shelves.

    Lots of side dishes. Soups and stews starting from $13-18. Large portions and tasty. Recommend the beef rib and radish soup and spicy seafood tofu stew.

    M

  • Early Morning Bento Commute Runs

    Opening from 5:00 AM allows commuters and early workers to grab freshly assembled Korean lunch boxes with assorted side dishes on the go.

    Just $13 for a takeaway lunch box with around 6 or 7 side dishes, some rice, and a bottle of water? Count me in!

    Lillian James

  • Convenient Grab-And-Go Work Lunches

    Affordable bento boxes and freshly rolled kimbap make fast daytime takeaways effortless and budget-friendly on workdays.

    They have so many variety of Bento Boxes at very a reasonable price $10. It's great to pick one up on the way to work or even as a picnic lunch..

    Kim N

  • Complete Takeaway Shabu-Shabu Kits

    Pre-packed hot-pot kits complete with clean broths, dipping sauces, and fresh vegetables make entertaining and casual home dining easy.

    Tried the takeaway shabu shabu pack and was pleasantly surprised! It came with two sauces (chilli and sesame), a generous bowl of veggies, fish balls, noodles, and a light, flavourful broth.

    Seulki Chung

  • Made-To-Order Fresh Kimbap Experience

    When shelves run low, staff readily roll kimbap fresh on the spot upon request, offering attentive Korean hospitality late into the evening.

    even though at times you may walk in here and for example the kimbap shelves looks empty. You can actually ask if any is available, matter of fact the staff there are actually quite happy to make fresh one up for you, on the spot.

    Joe Fernandez

Customer favorites and freshly prepared house specialties

  • Kimbap

    cheapest and yummiest kimbap

    Trang Le

  • Takeaway lunch box

    takeaway lunch box with around 6 or 7 side dishes, some rice, and a bottle of water

    Lillian James

  • Kimchi

    freshly made side dishes, like kimchi and Korean style pickled radish, which are prepared on-site and taste amazing

    Gavin Jones

  • Takeaway shabu shabu pack

    Tried the takeaway shabu shabu pack and was pleasantly surprised! It came with two sauces (chilli and sesame), a generous bowl of veggies, fish balls, noodles, and a light, flavourful broth.

    Seulki Chung

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful everyday touches that make Korean meal prep effortless

  • On-Demand Fresh Kimbap Rolling

    If display shelves appear bare during late visits, staff will roll fresh kimbap to order on the spot upon request.

  • Dawn Takeaway Service from 5:00 AM

    Opens from 5:00 AM six days a week, providing workers and early commuters with freshly assembled meals and hot street food.

  • All-Inclusive Banchan Bento Boxes

    Packaged lunch boxes come packed with around six to seven varied side dishes, rice, and an included bottle of water for a complete commute meal.

  • Pre-Reserved Catering Packs

    Specialty party packs like Vietnamese spring rolls (월남쌈) can be reserved ahead for scheduled takeaway catering and gatherings.

Before you head over

Practical advice for timing your visit, ordering fresh rolls, and picking up meals

  • Early Commute Pickup

    Doors open at 5:00 AM from Monday through Saturday, making it an ideal stop for early tradies and commuters picking up packaged bento lunch boxes or street food before standard retail hours.

  • Made-to-Order Kimbap

    If display shelves look bare during late evening visits, ask the staff at the counter—they are happy to roll fresh kimbap for you on the spot.

  • Check Flavor Labels

    When picking up kimbap rolls from the shelves, double-check the labels carefully as different varieties can occasionally get mixed together on the display.

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