Not all Korean food is spicy, and not every spicy dish can be made mild. Some restaurants let customers choose a spice level. In other places, the broth or sauce has already been prepared, so the heat cannot easily be changed. Before ordering, ask: Quick Guide What you need Korean phrase Ask whether it is … Read more
A Korean meal may arrive with several small dishes placed around the main food. Kimchi, seasoned vegetables, pickles, sauces and other small dishes are commonly called banchan, or side dishes. They are an ordinary part of many Korean meals rather than separate appetisers that must always be ordered individually. Basic side dishes can often be … Read more
Eating alone in Korea is usually easier than many visitors expect. Most everyday restaurants have something that one person can order. This is especially common in business districts, shopping areas and neighbourhoods where office workers regularly eat alone. The confusion usually begins when a particular dish, rather than the restaurant itself, requires a minimum order … Read more
You have finished your meal at a restaurant in Korea, but no one brings a bill to your table. Should you wait for a server, take a receipt somewhere, or simply walk towards the entrance? At many Korean restaurants, customers pay at a counter near the entrance after eating. However, some places require payment before … Read more