London becomes first UK location for Korean Hot Dog chain

London Islington has been chosen as the first location of a Korean hot dog chain, as it announces its first UK location.

Myungrang Hot Dog, which has a strong presence in the Philippines, Singapore, Mexico, Indonesia and Taiwan, will be making its UK debut in a new 2,172 sq ft site within Islington’s Angel Central.

CBRE Investment Management is supporting the opening alongside sister brand, Pelicana, the South Korean Fried Chicken concept.

Launched in Korea in 2016 by Sangwoo Kim, the chain has opened 730 stores internationally and has since succeeded in developing unique flavour palates appreciated by millennials worldwide.

Myungrang Hot Dog offers a variety of menu options such as a Mozzarella Hot Dog dipped in crispy batter, Rice Cake Hot Dog and Cheddar Cheese Hot Dog.

Ciara Daffy, asset manager at CBRE Investment Management, said: “We are very much looking forward to welcoming these two Korean culinary brands to the destination, and are especially pleased to have secured to UK debut for Myungrang Hot Dog.

“At Angel Central, we are always striving to offer our community new opportunities and these unique concepts highlight not only the brands’ trust in us as a destination, but also the building blocks we have established to achieve a varied and distinctive retail and restaurant offer.”

Sangwoo Kim, owner of Myungrang Hot Dog and Pelicana, commented: “Our first entrance into the UK market for our Myungrang Hot Dog concept at Angel Central is extremely exciting and only adds to the Pelicana forthcoming opening too.

“This location is the perfect site to test out both concepts within a new UK market given its ambiance, connectivity within London and unique offering. We are looking forward to witnessing the excitement around our launch here.”