고등어구이
A grilled fish dish, like the centrepiece in the illustration. Take care with the bones.
A PLACE AT THE TABLE
Your first meal in Korea.
Start with one good order.
A warm bowl of rice. A few small side dishes. Learn what is on the menu, ask about the ingredients, and enjoy the next small part of your day.
- 01
Choose somewhere nearby
Check the right branch, current service hours and your route back. Save the Korean name and address.
- 02
Look at the whole order
Check the item, portion and price. Ask whether rice and side dishes are included and whether there is a minimum order.
- 03
Ask before the kitchen starts
Explain dietary needs before ordering. Check whether you order at the table, counter or a screen, and when you pay.
POINT, ASK, ORDER
Keep the menu between you.
Ask to see the menu, then point to the item so you are both talking about the same dish. For one serving, you can say 이거 1인분 주세요. — “One serving of this, please.” Ask staff if the menu or portion is unclear.
Ask for the menu
메뉴 좀 보여 주세요.
Please show me the menu.
Choose by pointing
이거 주세요.
I’d like this, please.
SHOW THESE WORDS TO STAFF
Make your allergy clear.
These peanut examples help you start the conversation. Explain your own specific allergy before ordering and ask staff to check the ingredients and shared preparation.
01
Name your allergy
저는 땅콩 알레르기가 있어요.
I have a peanut allergy.
02
Ask about the dish
이 음식에 땅콩이 들어 있나요?
Does this dish contain peanuts?
03
Check sauce and broth
소스와 육수에 들어가는 재료도 확인해 주세요.
Please check the ingredients in the sauce and broth too.
04
Check shared preparation
땅콩이 들어간 음식과 같은 기름이나 조리 도구를 쓰나요?
Do you use the same oil or cooking utensils for foods containing peanuts?
If it describes your needs, add 조금만 들어 있어도 먹을 수 없어요. — “I cannot eat it even if there is only a small amount.”
Removing a topping does not confirm the dish is suitable. Sauces, broth and shared equipment matter too. If staff cannot confirm your needs, choose another option.