Korean BBQ

Solo Dining in Korea: What’s Easy to Order—and What Isn’t

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Solo dining in Korea at a casual restaurant with a bowl meal and Korean side dishes

Solo dining in Korea can feel surprisingly easy—or unexpectedly awkward. Order a bowl of bibimbap, noodles, or soup, and no one may look twice. Try the same thing at a barbecue restaurant or a place serving a large shared pot, and you may be told that the minimum order is for two people. Eating alone, … Read more

13 Things That Surprise Tourists at Korean BBQ Restaurants

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Korean BBQ restaurants in Korea with grilled meat, side dishes, lettuce wraps, and a first-time visitor enjoying the table grill.

Korean BBQ restaurants are one of the most exciting food experiences for first-time visitors to Korea. At first, Korean BBQ restaurants may look simple: meat, grill, lettuce, and sauces. But once you sit down, you quickly realize that Korean BBQ has its own rhythm. The details vary by restaurant, meat type, price level, and service … Read more