How to order Deopbap (Rice Bowl · 덮밥) in Korea
A single-bowl meal — rice with something spooned over the top. Unlike bibimbap it isn't meant to be stirred into a uniform mix; the topping stays as its own layer.
Say it to order
덮밥 주세요
Deopbap juseyo
Quick facts
- 덮밥
- deop-bap
- 2 of 5
- ₩7,000–13,000
- About 15 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Eat downward through the layers with a spoon, taking topping and rice together.
Don’t
- Don't mix it like bibimbap unless the topping is clearly a sauce.
Local tips
- The fastest solo lunch on most menus — deopbap is built for eating alone.
Goes with
- Soup
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Deopbap (Rice Bowl) in Korean?
- Say “덮밥 주세요” (Deopbap juseyo).
- Is Deopbap (Rice Bowl) spicy?
- Yes — about 2 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Deopbap (Rice Bowl) cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩7,000–13,000.
- How do you eat Deopbap (Rice Bowl)?
- Eat downward through the layers with a spoon, taking topping and rice together.
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