Final Table: South Korean Television Drama Series

Final Table (Korean: 파이널 테이블; Revised Romanization: Pain-eol Tei-beul) is a South Korean television drama series directed by Kim Do-Hoon and broadcast on the JTBC network.

Final Table promotional image featuring the series title and visual aesthetics. — Final Table promotional graphic.

Production and Release

The series is scheduled for release in the second half of 2026. It is produced in the Korean language within South Korea, airing through the JTBC network under the direction of Kim Do-Hoon.

Premise

The narrative centers on a culinary competition titled "The Table: K Chef 2026," which brings together Korean cuisine chefs from around the world to determine the top chef.

Cast and Characters

Ahn Hyo-Seop as Kang Han: An internationally active chef who participates in the competition representing the restaurant Familia following an unexpected incident.

Hong Hwa-Yeon as Choi Song-Yi: A floor manager at restaurant Familia who works to protect the establishment built by her late father.

Chang Ryul as Cha Woo-Jin: A perfectionist chef and prodigy known for his strong competitive drive, competing against Kang Han.

Jung Eugene as Sun Jeong-Won: An executive producer of the culinary competition who forms connections with the participating chefs.