Ordering a packed lunch, known as 도시락 (dosirak), is a convenient and popular way to enjoy a quick meal in Korea. This guide provides essential Korean phrases for ordering your 도시락, whether you’re calling ahead, ordering online, or visiting a shop. Learn how to specify your order, ask about options, and arrange for delivery or pickup.
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Core Expression
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Expression: 도시락 주문하기
Pronunciation: do-si-rak ju-mun-ha-gi
Meaning: Ordering a packed lunch (The act of ordering a dosirak)
Basic Ordering Phrases
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Expression: 도시락 주문하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: do-si-rak ju-mun-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to order a packed lunch. -
Expression: 어떤 도시락 있어요?
Pronunciation: eo-tteon do-si-rak i-sseo-yo?
Meaning: What kind of packed lunches do you have? -
Expression: 메뉴 좀 볼 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: me-nyu jom bol su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I see the menu, please? -
Expression: 이거 하나 주세요.
Pronunciation: i-geo ha-na ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me one of these. -
Expression: 김치볶음밥 도시락 하나 주세요.
Pronunciation: gim-chi-bok-keum-bap do-si-rak ha-na ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me one kimchi fried rice packed lunch. -
Expression: 총 몇 개 주문할까요?
Pronunciation: chong myeot gae ju-mun-hal-kka-yo?
Meaning: How many should I order in total? -
Expression: 제일 인기 있는 메뉴가 뭐예요?
Pronunciation: je-il in-gi it-neun me-nyu-ga mwo-ye-yo?
Meaning: What is the most popular menu item? -
Expression: 추천해 주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: chu-cheon-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Can you recommend something? -
Expression: 포장해 주세요.
Pronunciation: po-jang-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please pack it to go. -
Expression: 여기서 먹을 거예요.
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo meo-geul geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: I will eat here. -
Expression: 주문할게요.
Pronunciation: ju-mun-hal-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’d like to order.
Customizing Your Order
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Expression: 밥 많이 주세요.
Pronunciation: bap ma-ni ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me extra rice. -
Expression: 반찬 추가할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: ban-chan chu-ga-hal su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Can I add side dishes? -
Expression: 안 맵게 해 주세요.
Pronunciation: an maep-ge hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please make it not spicy. -
Expression: 오이 빼주세요.
Pronunciation: o-i ppae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please remove the cucumber. -
Expression: 계란 후라이 추가해 주세요.
Pronunciation: gye-ran hu-ra-i chu-ga-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please add a fried egg. -
Expression: 고기 더 넣어주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: go-gi deo neo-eo-ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Can you put more meat in? -
Expression: 알레르기가 있어요.
Pronunciation: al-le-reu-gi-ga i-sseo-yo.
Meaning: I have allergies. -
Expression: 땅콩 빼고 만들어 주세요.
Pronunciation: ttang-kong ppae-go man-deu-reo ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please make it without peanuts. -
Expression: 소스는 따로 주세요.
Pronunciation: so-seu-neun tta-ro ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me the sauce separately. -
Expression: 야채 많이 넣어 주세요.
Pronunciation: ya-chae ma-ni neo-eo ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please add a lot of vegetables.
Delivery and Pickup
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Expression: 배달 되나요?
Pronunciation: bae-dal doe-na-yo?
Meaning: Do you deliver? -
Expression: 배달 주소는 [주소]입니다.
Pronunciation: bae-dal ju-so-neun [ju-so]-im-ni-da.
Meaning: The delivery address is [address]. -
Expression: 배달료는 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: bae-dal-lyo-neun eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is the delivery fee? -
Expression: 언제쯤 도착하나요?
Pronunciation: eon-je-jjeum do-cha-ka-na-yo?
Meaning: About when will it arrive? -
Expression: 제가 가지러 가도 될까요?
Pronunciation: je-ga ga-ji-reo ga-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I come pick it up? -
Expression: 몇 시에 찾으러 가면 되나요?
Pronunciation: myeot si-e cha-jeu-reo ga-myeon doe-na-yo?
Meaning: What time can I come pick it up? -
Expression: 30분 후에 찾으러 갈게요.
Pronunciation: sam-sip-bun hu-e cha-jeu-reo gal-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll come pick it up in 30 minutes. -
Expression: 도착하면 전화 주세요.
Pronunciation: do-cha-ka-myeon jeon-hwa ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please call me when you arrive. -
Expression: 최소 주문 금액이 있나요?
Pronunciation: choe-so ju-mun geu-mae-gi in-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a minimum order amount? -
Expression: 배달 가능한 지역인가요?
Pronunciation: bae-dal ga-neung-han ji-yeo-gin-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is this area available for delivery?
Payment and Confirmation
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Expression: 전부 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: jeon-bu eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is it in total? -
Expression: 계산해 주세요.
Pronunciation: gye-san-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please calculate the bill / Check, please. -
Expression: 카드로 계산할게요.
Pronunciation: ka-deu-ro gye-san-hal-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll pay by card. -
Expression: 현금으로 계산할게요.
Pronunciation: hyeon-geum-eu-ro gye-san-hal-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll pay with cash. -
Expression: 영수증 주세요.
Pronunciation: yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me the receipt. -
Expression: 주문 확인해 주세요.
Pronunciation: ju-mun hwa-gin-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please confirm my order. -
Expression: 제 전화번호는 [번호]입니다.
Pronunciation: je jeon-hwa-beon-ho-neun [beon-ho]-im-ni-da.
Meaning: My phone number is [number]. -
Expression: 주문 취소하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: ju-mun chwi-so-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to cancel my order. -
Expression: 감사합니다.
Pronunciation: gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Thank you. -
Expression: 잘 먹겠습니다.
Pronunciation: jal meok-get-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I will eat well (Said before eating).
Cultural Tips
Understanding the culture around 도시락 (dosirak) can enhance your experience. Firstly, 도시락 are incredibly common and varied in Korea, ranging from simple convenience store options to elaborate, home-style meals offered by specialized shops. They are a staple for picnics, school lunches, and quick office meals.
Secondly, many 도시락 shops offer delivery (배달 – baedal), which is extremely efficient in most urban areas. Minimum order amounts and delivery fees often apply, so it’s good to check beforehand. Pickup (포장 – pojang) is also a very common option.
Thirdly, customization is often possible, especially at dedicated 도시락 restaurants. Don’t hesitate to ask for modifications like less spice (안 맵게 – an maep-ge) or removing an ingredient you dislike (빼주세요 – ppae-ju-se-yo).
Finally, presentation matters! Korean 도시락 are often neatly arranged and visually appealing, reflecting the importance of aesthetics in Korean food culture. Enjoying the look of your meal is part of the experience.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A customer (A) calls a dosirak shop to order lunch for delivery.
Roles: A = Customer, B = Shop Staff
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Expression: B: 네, [가게 이름]입니다. 무엇을 도와드릴까요?
Pronunciation: ne, [ga-ge i-reum]-im-ni-da. mu-eo-seul do-wa-deu-ril-kka-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, this is [Shop Name]. How may I help you? -
Expression: A: 안녕하세요, 도시락 주문하려고 전화했어요.
Pronunciation: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo, do-si-rak ju-mun-ha-ryeo-go jeon-hwa-hae-sseo-yo.
Meaning: A: Hello, I’m calling to order a packed lunch. -
Expression: B: 네, 어떤 도시락으로 드릴까요? 메뉴는 웹사이트에서 확인 가능하십니다.
Pronunciation: ne, eo-tteon do-si-ra-geu-ro deu-ril-kka-yo? me-nyu-neun wep-sa-i-teu-e-seo hwa-gin ga-neung-ha-sim-ni-da.
Meaning: B: Yes, which packed lunch would you like? You can check the menu on our website. -
Expression: A: 불고기 도시락 하나랑 제육볶음 도시락 하나 주세요. 제육볶음은 안 맵게 해주세요.
Pronunciation: bul-go-gi do-si-rak ha-na-rang je-yuk-bok-keum do-si-rak ha-na ju-se-yo. je-yuk-bok-keum-eun an maep-ge hae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: A: Please give me one Bulgogi dosirak and one Spicy Pork Stir-fry (Jeyuk Bokkeum) dosirak. Please make the Jeyuk Bokkeum not spicy. -
Expression: B: 네, 알겠습니다. 불고기 하나, 안 매운 제육볶음 하나 맞으시죠? 배달 주소와 연락처 알려주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: ne, al-get-seum-ni-da. bul-go-gi ha-na, an mae-un je-yuk-bok-keum ha-na ma-jeu-si-jyo? bae-dal ju-so-wa yeol-lak-cheo al-lyeo-ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, understood. One Bulgogi, and one non-spicy Jeyuk Bokkeum, is that correct? Could you please tell me the delivery address and contact number? -
Expression: A: 주소는 [주소]이고, 전화번호는 [번호]입니다. 총 얼마인가요?
Pronunciation: ju-so-neun [ju-so]-i-go, jeon-hwa-beon-ho-neun [beon-ho]-im-ni-da. chong eol-ma-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: A: The address is [address], and the phone number is [number]. How much is the total? -
Expression: B: 배달료 포함해서 총 18,000원입니다. 40분 정도 걸릴 예정입니다.
Pronunciation: bae-dal-lyo po-ham-hae-seo chong man-pal-cheon-won-im-ni-da. sa-sip-bun jeong-do geol-lil ye-jeong-im-ni-da.
Meaning: B: Including the delivery fee, the total is 18,000 won. It will take about 40 minutes. -
Expression: A: 네, 알겠습니다. 카드로 계산할게요.
Pronunciation: ne, al-get-seum-ni-da. ka-deu-ro gye-san-hal-ge-yo.
Meaning: A: Okay, understood. I’ll pay by card. -
Expression: B: 네, 감사합니다. 맛있게 만들어 보내드리겠습니다.
Pronunciation: ne, gam-sa-ham-ni-da. ma-sit-ge man-deu-reo bo-nae-deu-ri-get-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: B: Yes, thank you. We will prepare it deliciously and send it to you.
Practice Tips
Ordering food is a fantastic way to practice your Korean in a real-world situation! Start by practicing the basic phrases like “도시락 주문하고 싶어요” (do-si-rak ju-mun-ha-go si-peo-yo) and “이거 하나 주세요” (i-geo ha-na ju-se-yo) ~ Try ordering from a local Korean restaurant or even a convenience store that sells 도시락.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions like “어떤 도시락 있어요?” (eo-tteon do-si-rak i-sseo-yo?) or ask for recommendations “추천해 주실 수 있나요?” (chu-cheon-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?). Role-playing the conversation example with a friend or language partner can also build confidence. The more you practice, the easier ordering your delicious Korean packed lunch will become! Fighting! (화이팅! hwa-i-ting!)
