1. A Korean meal table

A typical Korean meal table is a full table setting featuring rice, soup, side dishes, and stew. At a Korean restaurant, don’t be surprised at all the variety of small side dishes that accompany the main dish. Kimchi, the epitome of fermented food, is also a side dish that cannot be left out as it goes well with any kind of food.

2. Enjoy Korean Cuisine

33 Regional Specialties to Savor

Korea is renowned for its unique cuisine, which is distinguished by a rich variety of ingredients and diverse cooking methods. We are pleased to introduce 33 carefully selected regional specialties that showcase the essence of Korean culinary culture, including iconic dishes and seasonal ingredients.

From Busan’s Pork and Rice Soup to Suwon’s Jumbo Grilled Galbi and from Yeosu’s sea eel to Hongseong’s pen shell clams, these selections highlight the best of what each region has to offer. The list also features traditional local alcoholic beverages such as Andong soju and Yangpyeong makgeolli. Embark on a delightful gastronomic journey and explore the distinct flavors of Korea through these regional specialties.

Experience Korea’s Diverse Food Culture

In addition to basic Korean Table d'hote featuring rice, kimchi, and side dishes, the diverse food cultures are sure to arouse the curiosity of foreigners worldwide, from a luxurious experience of royal cuisine for kings and queens to various street foods that are popular on YouTube and other social media channels.

Traditional beverages and desserts enjoyed after a meal also provide chic and colorful tastes and guarantee a special occasion that can only be enjoyed in Korea. Make this trip even more fun and abundant with a Korean gourmet experience.

3. Visiting a Korean restaurant

Tipping is not required or expected in Korea. Also, requests for more water or side dishes do not incur additional costs. A recent trend shows an increase in restaurants that allow customers to serve themselves water and side dishes or utilize unmanned order machines. At a restaurant that does not fall into either of these categories, the server will be kind and eager to help with any questions so do not panic, relax, and enjoy the experience at the restaurant.