Pork Rice Soup (돼지국밥): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Busan's signature comfort food: a milky pork bone broth poured over rice with tender pork slices. Rich, hearty and filling, it is a favorite after a long night out.
Say it to order
돼지국밥 주세요
Dwaeji-gukbap juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Add salted shrimp, scallion and chili sauce to taste, then stir the rice into the broth. Eat it with the kimchi.
Do
- Add salted shrimp and chili sauce yourself, a little at a time.
Don’t
- Don't pour all the salted shrimp in at once; it is very salty.
Local tips
- Many places let you add more rice or broth for free.
- Ask for 수육 (boiled pork) on the side if you want more meat.
Goes with
- Beer
- Soju
- Chili sauce
- Kimchi
- Radish kimchi
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Pork Rice Soup in Korean?
- Say “돼지국밥 주세요” (Dwaeji-gukbap juseyo).
- Is Pork Rice Soup spicy?
- Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Pork Rice Soup cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩9,500–11,000.
- How do you eat Pork Rice Soup?
- Add salted shrimp, scallion and chili sauce to taste, then stir the rice into the broth. Eat it with the kimchi.
Find Pork Rice Soup near you
Jinjja shows real local places, what to order and how to say it — in your language.