solo dining in Korea

Why Do Some Korean Restaurants Require Two Portions?

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Korean restaurant menu showing a minimum order of two portions with individual meal options

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

Eating Alone in Korea: A Practical Guide to Solo-Friendly Restaurants

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Woman eating alone at a Korean restaurant with soup, rice, and side dishes

Eating alone in Korea is not unusual. Office workers may normally have lunch with colleagues, but schedules do not always match. Someone may have a meeting, a deadline or work that cannot be left until later. On those days, eating alone is simply the most practical choice. The same is true outside work. I often … Read more