Discover the best Korean korean food — Bibimbap, Kimchi, Korean BBQ, Tteokbokki, Bulgogi and more. Insider tips, prices & maps for travelers.
Korea offers world-class korean food for every traveler. Below are 16 hand-picked dishs with practical tips, prices and locations — tap any to open the full guide.
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Bibimbap
비빔밥
Mixed rice bowl with veggies, egg & gochujang. Korea's most iconic dish.
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Kimchi
김치
Fermented spicy cabbage served with every Korean meal. 2,000+ varieties!
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Korean BBQ
고기구이
Grill samgyeopsal or bulgogi at your table. Best with soju 🍶
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Tteokbokki
떡볶이
Spicy chewy rice cakes in gochujang — king of Korean street food.
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Bulgogi
불고기
Tender marinated beef with soy, pear & sesame. Grilled to perfection.
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Jjajangmyeon
짜장면
Noodles in black bean sauce — Korea's favorite Chinese-Korean comfort food.
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Kimchi Jjigae
김치찌개
Hearty kimchi stew with pork & tofu. Perfect winter comfort food.
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Naengmyeon
냉면
Cold buckwheat noodles in icy broth. Refreshing summer specialty.
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Pajeon
파전
Crispy savory pancake with green onions & seafood. Best with makgeolli!
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Japchae
잡채
Glass noodles stir-fried with colorful veggies & beef. Sweet & savory.
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Bingsu
빙수
Shaved ice with sweet red beans, rice cakes & condensed milk. Summer icon!
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Mandu
만두
Korean dumplings — steamed, fried or in soup. Stuffed with pork or kimchi.
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Chimaek
치맥
Korean fried chicken + beer. The ultimate after-work combo!
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Dakgalbi
닭갈비
Spicy stir-fried chicken with rice cakes & veggies. Chuncheon's specialty!
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Haemul Jeongol
해물전골
Spicy seafood hot pot loaded with shrimp, squid & clams. Incredible umami.
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Makgeolli
막걸리
Cloudy rice wine — Korea's oldest alcoholic drink. Best chilled with pajeon!
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