How much does it cost to eat barbecue in Korea? The latest price guide and hot topics in 2023
Recently, Korean barbecue has become a hot topic on social platforms. Especially with the recovery of tourism and the influence of Korean culture, many tourists are concerned about the actual cost of eating barbecue in Korea. This article will provide you with a structured analysis of Korean barbecue prices and consumption trends based on hot data from the entire Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Korean barbecue per capita consumption price list (data for August 2023)
| city | Ordinary BBQ restaurant (KRW/person) | Mid-range BBQ restaurant (KRW/person) | High-end BBQ restaurant (KRW/person) |
|---|---|---|---|
| seoul | 15,000-25,000 | 30,000-50,000 | 70,000+ |
| Busan | 12,000-20,000 | 25,000-40,000 | 60,000+ |
| jeju island | 18,000-30,000 | 35,000-55,000 | 80,000+ |
2. Recent hot topics related to barbecue
1.Search volume for "Celebrity style barbecue restaurant" skyrocketed: Gangnam-gu, Seoul, where BLACKPINK frequentsMaple Tree HouseIt has become a hotspot for check-in, with per capita consumption of about 45,000 won (approximately 240 yuan).
2.Korean beef price fluctuations spark heated debate: Due to reduced supply in summer, the price of grade 1++ Korean beef increased to 12,000 won per 100 grams, an increase of 8% from the previous month.
| Meat type | Average price (KRW/100g) | Year-on-year change |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Korean beef (Grade 1++) | 12,000 | ↑8% |
| Imported American beef | 6,500 | ↓3% |
| Jeju black pork | 8,000 | flat |
3.Self-service barbecue cost-effective ranking: Netizens voted TOP3 self-service barbecue restaurant:
3. Consumption tips
1.Lunch deal: Most barbecue restaurants offer set meal discounts from 11:00 to 15:00, which are 30% cheaper than dinner on average.
2.Hidden fees: Please note additional charges such as additional side dishes (usually 3,000-5,000 won) and additional lettuce (2,000 won/portion).
3.Payment method: Alipay/WeChat payment coverage has reached 70% of BBQ restaurants in Seoul, but cash or credit card is still required in local cities.
4. Observation of cultural phenomena
Recent popular challenges on TikTok#koreanbarbecuegesturedanceTriggering a wave of imitation, related videos have been played more than 200 million times. Taking advantage of this opportunity, the Korea Tourism Organization launched the "BBQ Map APP" to integrate real-time price and queue information of 380 certified stores.
According to data from the Korean Restaurant Association, foreign tourists’ barbecue consumption shows new characteristics:
| consumer group | per capita consumption | Preferred parts |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese tourists | 38,000 won | Beef ribs, pork belly |
| japanese tourists | 42,000 won | Beef tenderloin, Korean beef |
| European and American tourists | 55,000 won | T-bone steak, seasoned barbecue |
Summary: The current per capita consumption of eating barbecue in South Korea is equivalent to about RMB 150-400. It is recommended to choose lunch time or self-service mode for more cost-effectiveness. Pay attention to the price fluctuations of seasonal ingredients and use mobile payment to enjoy additional discounts. In the next issue, we will reveal the hidden menu of the Michelin-starred barbecue restaurant!
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