Discover the flavors of Korea
From signature dishes to street food,
we’ll show you how to enjoy it all like a real local.
Signature Dish
Harmony in a Bowl비빔밥 (Bibimbap)
bi-bim-bap
An artistic dish blending five colors of vegetables, rice, and gochujang. A healthy meal you eat with your eyes first.
Sizzling Soul삼겹살 (Samgyeopsal)
sam-gyeop-sal
The temptation of pork belly sizzling on the grill. Koreans' favorite dining-out menu and the king of company dinners.
Warm Comfort순대국 (Sundaeguk)
sun-dae-guk
A boiling clay pot filled with savory blood sausages and meat. It's the ultimate soul food that heals your tired body.
Melts in Mouth육회 (Beef Tartare)
yuk-hoe
Fresh raw beef seasoned with pear, sesame oil, and egg yolk. Not cooked, but not fishy at all—just an explosion of savory nuttiness.
Party Essential잡채 (Japchae)
jap-chae
Transparent, chewy glass noodles stir-fried with veggies and meat in sweet soy sauce. A luxurious dish for birthdays and holidays.
Ruler of the Night반반 치킨 (Half & Half Chicken)
ban-ban-chi-kin
Crispy Fried or Sweet & Spicy Seasoned? That is the question! This is the perfect solution created for your indecisive heart.
Rice Thief불고기 (Bulgogi)
bul-go-gi
Thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory soy sauce. The best choice for kids and those who can't handle spicy food.
No.1 Lunch Pick제육볶음 (Jeyuk Bokkeum)
je-yuk-bok-keum
Pork and vegetables stir-fried in spicy & sweet gochujang sauce with a smoky flavor. A fantastic match with white rice.
Feast Day King갈비 (Galbi)
gal-bi
Beef ribs marinated in sweet soy sauce and grilled over charcoal. The pinnacle of Korean BBQ that you hold, bite, and enjoy.
Ultimate Comfort Food김치볶음밥 (Kimchi Fried Rice)
kim-chi-bok-keum-bap
Fried rice with ripe Kimchi topped with a fried egg. The first dish Koreans think of when there are no side dishes.
Ultimate Rice Thief간장게장 (Soy Marinated Crab)
gan-jang-ge-jang
Fresh raw crab marinated in special soy sauce. The salty-sweet flavor makes you crave endless rice.
Street Food
Scent of Morning길거리 토스트 (Street Toast)
gil-geo-ri-to-seu-teu
The buttery smell will make you stop in your tracks. Cabbage egg omelet sprinkled with sugar defines the perfect 'Sweet & Salty' taste.
Stress Killer떡볶이 (Tteokbokki)
tteok-bok-ki
Chewy rice cakes swimming in sweet & spicy sauce. The first soul food Koreans look for when stressed.
Winter Warmer오뎅 (Odeng)
o-deng
The food you crave most when cold wind blows. One chewy fish cake skewer in hot broth melts the cold away.
No.1 Winter Snack호떡 (Hotteok)
ho-tteok
Chewy dough filled with sweet syrup and nuts. Careful! Hot syrup flows like lava when you take a bite.
Winter Messenger붕어빵 (Bungeoppang)
bung-eo-ppang
Fish-shaped pastry filled with sweet red bean or custard cream. Crispy outside, soft inside.
Tteokbokki's Bestie모듬 튀김 (Assorted Twigim)
mo-dum-twi-gim
Crispy set of Seaweed Roll, Squid, Sweet Potato, and Dumplings. Tastes complete only when dipped in Tteokbokki sauce.
Rest Stop Essential핫바 (Hotbar)
hat-ba
Fried fish cake bar mixed with veggies, sausage, or perilla leaves. The most popular snack at highway rest stops.
Alcohol & Anju
Life Companion소주 (Soju)
so-ju
The magic in a green bottle that stays by Koreans through joy and sorrow. Bitter at first sip, but sweet at the end.
Rainy Day Friend막걸리 (Makgeolli)
mak-geol-li
Traditional Korean rice wine. Milky, sweet, and fizzy like soda. Low alcohol.
Chicken's Soul맥주 (Korean Beer)
maek-ju
Light and refreshing Korean lager. Best with spicy food or fried chicken.
Dessert & Cafe
Summer Savior팥빙수 (Patbingsu)
pat-bing-su
Snowflake milk ice that melts instantly in your mouth. A sweet magic that helps you survive Korea's hot and humid summer.
Sauna Essential식혜 (Sikhye)
sik-hye
Traditional drink made from fermented rice. Sweet and refreshing, perfect as a digestive after meals.
Sold-out Craze약과 (Yakgwa)
yak-gwa
Traditional Korean fried cookie made with honey and sesame oil. Chewy, dense texture with deep sweetness.
Adult Sweetness수정과 (Cinnamon Punch)
su-jeong-gwa
Reddish traditional drink boiled with cinnamon and ginger. The mix of spicy kick and sweetness refreshes your mouth.
Nutty Explosion인절미 (Injeolmi)
in-jeol-mi
Sticky rice cake covered in savory soybean powder. Chewy and nutty, loved by everyone.
Sweet Explosion꿀떡 (Honey Rice Cake)
kkul-tteok
Bite-sized colorful rice cakes. Sweet honey-sesame syrup 'pops' out when bitten.
Smell Gangster델리만쥬 (Deli Manjoo)
del-li-man-jyu
Corn-shaped cakes found in subway stations. You buy it for the smell, but get surprised by the hot custard cream.
Start of Trip호두과자 (Walnut Pastry)
ho-du-gwa-ja
Walnut-shaped pastry with red bean paste and real walnut chunks. An inseparable friend of highway rest stops and train trips.
Grandma's Latte미숫가루 (Misutgaru)
mi-sut-ga-ru
Traditional Korean drink made from steamed, dried, and roasted grains. Nutty and mild, great as a meal replacement.
Survival Water아이스 아메리카노 (Iced Americano)
a-a
Koreans' soul drink, insisted upon even in freezing winter. The essential item for modern people to recharge caffeine quickly and coolly.
Stew & Soup
Sea Ginseng전복죽 (Abalone Porridge)
jeon-bok-juk
Nutritious porridge with whole abalone and innards. The best healing food when you are sick or low on energy.
Busan's Legend낙곱새 (Nakgopsae)
nak-gop-sae
Busan's specialty stew with Octopus (Nak), Intestine (Gop), and Shrimp (Sae). A party of chewy, nutty, and bouncy textures.
Two Bowls of Rice닭도리탕 (Spicy Chicken Stew)
dak-do-ri-tang
Big chunks of potato and chicken braised in spicy sauce. Mixing rice with the sauce brings back your lost appetite.
Foreigner Favorite닭한마리 (Dakhanmari)
dak-han-ma-ri
A clear hot pot with a whole chicken, as the name suggests. Mild and savory, highly recommended for travelers who can't eat spicy food.
White Medicine설렁탕 (Seolleongtang)
seol-leong-tang
Milky white soup made by boiling ox bones for hours. Mild and rich, it's the perfect breakfast.
Summer Energy Boost삼계탕 (Samgyetang)
sam-gye-tang
Whole young chicken stuffed with ginseng, jujube, and sticky rice. The ultimate healthy soup where every drop is medicine.
Busan's Pride돼지국밥 (Pork Rice Soup)
dwae-ji-guk-bap
Rich pork bone broth with tender boiled pork. Busan's signature dish. Must be eaten with lots of chives.
Hangover & Drink감자탕 (Gamjatang)
gam-ja-tang
Spicy stew with pork spine, potatoes, and leaves. Fun to pick the meat right off the bone.
Noodles
Han River Essential라면 (Ramyeon)
ra-myeon
Chewy noodles in spicy broth. Korean soul food that tastes best at a convenience store or by the Han River.
Moving Day Food짜장면 (Jjajangmyeon)
jja-jang-myeon
Noodles mixed with black soybean paste, pork, and vegetables. The sweet and savory taste is addictive.
Kimchi's Soulmate칼국수 (Kalguksu)
kal-guk-su
Chewy noodles cut by knife in savory broth. Unstoppable when eaten with fresh 'Geotjeori Kimchi'.
Celebration Noodle잔치국수 (Banquet Noodles)
jan-chi-guk-su
Warm noodles in anchovy broth with toppings. A traditional dish eaten on happy days like weddings or 60th birthdays.
Summer Delicacy콩국수 (Cold Soy Milk Noodles)
kong-guk-su
Noodles in cold, rich soy milk broth. A summer health food with a savory and creamy taste.
Grilled Dishes
Silver Rice Thief갈치구이 (Grilled Hairtail)
gal-chi-gu-i
Crispy on the outside, snow-white and soft on the inside. Perfectly salted, it melts in your mouth when eaten with warm rice.
Nutty Overload소곱창 (Beef Gopchang)
so-gop-chang
Grilled beef small intestines filled with savory 'Gop' (stuffing). The rich nutty flavor makes you forgive the expensive price.
Fatty Temptation대창 (Beef Large Intestines)
dae-chang
Beef large intestines turned inside out to keep the fat inside. The explosion of savory fat makes you feel guilty but you can't stop.
Pancakes & Jeon
Rainy Day VIP해물파전 (Seafood Pancake)
hae-mul-pa-jeon
Thick, crispy pancake packed with green onions, squid, and shrimp. Often called 'Korean Pizza'.
Rainy Day Essential김치전 (Kimchi Jeon)
kim-chi-jeon
Korean style pancake made with crispy fried ripe Kimchi. The crunchy edges are the best part.
Taste of Gangwon감자전 (Gamjajeon)
gam-ja-jeon
Chewy and savory pancake made from freshly grated potatoes. Crispy on the outside, soft and moist on the inside.
Side Dish & Anju
National Side Dish계란말이 (Rolled Omelet)
gye-ran-ma-ri
Thick Korean-style omelet rolled with chopped veggies and ham. A steady seller loved as both a side dish and a drinking snack.
Sea Noodles미역줄기볶음 (Seaweed Stems)
mi-yeok-jul-gi
A side dish made by stir-frying seaweed stems. The crunchy texture and scent of the ocean are charming.
Soul of Bibimbap무생채 (Musaengchae)
mu-saeng-chae
Crunchy shredded radish seasoned spicy and sour. Best mixed with rice when you have no appetite.
Challenge Food
Spicy Challenge불닭볶음면 (Fire Noodles)
bul-dak-bok-keum-myeon
Extremely spicy stir-fried noodles that hit the world. A must-buy souvenir and a test for the brave.
Nose Punch!홍어 (Fermented Skate)
hong-eo
Fermented fish with a strong ammonia smell. The highest difficulty level food that only pros enjoy. Once hooked, there's no escape.
Ugly but Tasty아구찜 (Spicy Monkfish)
a-gu-jjim
Ugly monkfish stir-fried with crunchy bean sprouts in spicy sauce. The chewy fish texture and spicy flavor are top-notch.
Visual Shock닭발 (Chicken Feet)
dak-bal
Scary at first sight, but addictively spicy once tasted. Known to be good for skin due to rich collagen.
Moving Flavor산낙지 (Live Octopus)
san-nak-ji
Live octopus wriggling on the plate, dipped in sesame oil. The suction cups sticking to your mouth offer both shock and fun.
Iron King선지해장국 (Ox Blood Soup)
seon-ji-hae-jang-guk
Hangover soup made with congealed ox blood. Looks scary, but the texture is like jiggly pudding.