How to Order Chicken Delivery in Korean

Ordering food delivery, especially the beloved Korean fried chicken, is a quintessential experience in Korea. This guide provides essential Korean phrases and cultural context to help you confidently order ‘chikin’ (치킨) delivery like a local, covering everything from placing the order to specifying preferences and payment.

Core Expression

• Expression: 치킨 배달 주문하기
  Pronunciation: chi-kin bae-dal ju-mun-ha-gi
  Meaning: Ordering chicken delivery (The act of ordering chicken for delivery)

Basic Ordering Phrases

These are fundamental phrases you’ll need when calling a chicken restaurant for delivery.

• Expression: 여보세요?
  Pronunciation: yeo-bo-se-yo?
  Meaning: Hello? (Used when answering or making a phone call)

• Expression: 치킨 주문하려고 전화했어요.
  Pronunciation: chi-kin ju-mun-ha-ryeo-go jeon-hwa-haess-eo-yo.
  Meaning: I’m calling to order chicken.

• Expression: 배달 되나요?
  Pronunciation: bae-dal doe-na-yo?
  Meaning: Do you deliver?

• Expression: 네, 배달됩니다.
  Pronunciation: ne, bae-dal-doem-ni-da.
  Meaning: Yes, we deliver.

• Expression: 주소가 어떻게 되세요?
  Pronunciation: ju-so-ga eo-tteo-ke doe-se-yo?
  Meaning: What is your address?

• Expression: 여기 주소는 [주소]입니다.
  Pronunciation: yeo-gi ju-so-neun [ju-so] im-ni-da.
  Meaning: My address here is [Address].

• Expression: 전화번호가 어떻게 되세요?
  Pronunciation: jeon-hwa-beon-ho-ga eo-tteo-ke doe-se-yo?
  Meaning: What is your phone number?

• Expression: 제 전화번호는 [전화번호]입니다.
  Pronunciation: je jeon-hwa-beon-ho-neun [jeon-hwa-beon-ho] im-ni-da.
  Meaning: My phone number is [Phone Number].

• Expression: 주문하시겠어요?
  Pronunciation: ju-mun-ha-si-gess-eo-yo?
  Meaning: Would you like to order? / What would you like to order?

• Expression: 메뉴 좀 볼 수 있을까요? (앱이나 웹사이트에서 주문 시)
  Pronunciation: me-nyu jom bol su iss-eul-kka-yo? (aep-i-na wep-sa-i-teu-e-seo ju-mun si)
  Meaning: Can I see the menu? (When ordering via app or website)

• Expression: 추천 메뉴 있어요?
  Pronunciation: chu-cheon me-nyu iss-eo-yo?
  Meaning: Do you have any recommended items?

• Expression: 잠시만요.
  Pronunciation: jam-si-man-yo.
  Meaning: Just a moment, please.

Specifying Your Order

Use these phrases to choose the type of chicken, quantity, and any extras.

• Expression: 후라이드 치킨 하나 주세요.
  Pronunciation: hu-ra-i-deu chi-kin ha-na ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me one fried chicken.

• Expression: 양념 치킨 하나 주세요.
  Pronunciation: yang-nyeom chi-kin ha-na ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me one seasoned (sweet & spicy) chicken.

• Expression: 반반 치킨으로 주세요. (후라이드 반, 양념 반)
  Pronunciation: ban-ban chi-kin-eu-ro ju-se-yo. (hu-ra-i-deu ban, yang-nyeom ban)
  Meaning: Please give me half-and-half chicken. (Half fried, half seasoned)

• Expression: 순살 치킨 있나요?
  Pronunciation: sun-sal chi-kin iss-na-yo?
  Meaning: Do you have boneless chicken?

• Expression: 뼈 있는 치킨으로 주세요.
  Pronunciation: ppyeo iss-neun chi-kin-eu-ro ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me the bone-in chicken.

• Expression: 치킨 두 마리 주세요.
  Pronunciation: chi-kin du ma-ri ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me two chickens.

• Expression: 콜라 큰 거 하나 추가해 주세요.
  Pronunciation: kol-la keun geo ha-na chu-ga-hae ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please add one large Coke.

• Expression: 치킨 무 많이 주세요.
  Pronunciation: chi-kin mu ma-ni ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me a lot of pickled radish.

• Expression: 소스 추가할 수 있나요?
  Pronunciation: so-seu chu-ga-hal su iss-na-yo?
  Meaning: Can I add extra sauce?

• Expression: 감자튀김도 같이 주세요.
  Pronunciation: gam-ja-twi-gim-do ga-chi ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please include french fries too.

• Expression: 맵지 않게 해 주세요.
  Pronunciation: maep-ji an-ke hae ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please make it not spicy.

• Expression: 조금 더 맵게 해 주세요.
  Pronunciation: jo-geum deo maep-ge hae ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please make it a little spicier.

Payment and Delivery Details

Confirm payment methods, delivery time, and final details with these expressions.

• Expression: 총 얼마예요?
  Pronunciation: chong eol-ma-ye-yo?
  Meaning: How much is it in total?

• Expression: 배달비 포함인가요?
  Pronunciation: bae-dal-bi po-ham-in-ga-yo?
  Meaning: Is the delivery fee included?

• Expression: 배달 시간은 얼마나 걸리나요?
  Pronunciation: bae-dal si-gan-eun eol-ma-na geol-li-na-yo?
  Meaning: How long will the delivery take?

• 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: 만나서 카드 결제할게요.
  Pronunciation: man-na-seo ka-deu gyeol-je-hal-ge-yo.
  Meaning: I’ll pay by card upon delivery (literally: I’ll meet and pay by card).

• Expression: 계좌 이체 되나요?
  Pronunciation: gye-jwa i-che doe-na-yo?
  Meaning: Is bank transfer possible?

• Expression: 주문 확인할게요. [주문 내역] 맞나요?
  Pronunciation: ju-mun hwa-gin-hal-ge-yo. [ju-mun nae-yeok] maj-na-yo?
  Meaning: I’ll confirm the order. Is [Order Details] correct?

• Expression: 네, 맞아요.
  Pronunciation: ne, ma-ja-yo.
  Meaning: Yes, that’s correct.

• Expression: 아니요, [부분]이 틀렸어요.
  Pronunciation: a-ni-yo, [bu-bun]-i teul-lyeoss-eo-yo.
  Meaning: No, the [part] is incorrect.

• Expression: 최대한 빨리 갖다 주세요.
  Pronunciation: choe-dae-han ppal-li gat-da ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please bring it as soon as possible.

• Expression: 감사합니다.
  Pronunciation: gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
  Meaning: Thank you.

Korean Culture Notes

Understanding these cultural points can enhance your chicken ordering experience in Korea.
* Chimaek (치맥): This popular portmanteau combines ‘chicken’ (치킨) and ‘maekju’ (맥주 – beer). Enjoying fried chicken with beer is a widespread social activity.
* Ban-Ban (반반): Can’t decide between flavors? Most places offer ‘ban-ban’ (반반 – half-half), typically meaning half original fried and half seasoned (yangnyeom), though other combinations might be available.
* Pickled Radish (치킨 무): Small cubes of sweet and tangy pickled radish (치킨 무 – chi-kin mu) are a standard, complimentary side dish served with chicken to cleanse the palate. You can often ask for extra.
* Delivery Speed: Korea’s delivery system (‘baedal’ – 배달) is famously fast and efficient. Expect your chicken to arrive relatively quickly, often within 30-60 minutes.
* Variety: The variety of chicken flavors and styles is immense, from classic fried and yangnyeom to soy garlic, cheese powder, spicy variations, and oven-baked options. Don’t hesitate to explore different brands and menus.
* Late-Night Staple: Chicken delivery is available late into the night, making it a popular choice for late dinners or snacks (야식 – ya-sik).

Real Conversation Example

Situation: A customer (A) calls a local chicken restaurant to order delivery. The restaurant staff (B) answers the phone.
Roles: A: Customer, B: Restaurant Staff

• Expression: B: 네, [치킨집 이름]입니다.
  Pronunciation: ne, [chi-kin-jip i-reum] im-ni-da.
  Meaning: Yes, this is [Chicken Place Name].

• Expression: A: 여보세요? 치킨 배달 주문하려고요.
  Pronunciation: yeo-bo-se-yo? chi-kin bae-dal ju-mun-ha-ryeo-go-yo.
  Meaning: Hello? I’d like to order chicken delivery.

• Expression: B: 네, 고객님. 주소가 어떻게 되세요?
  Pronunciation: ne, go-gaek-nim. ju-so-ga eo-tteo-ke doe-se-yo?
  Meaning: Yes, customer. What is your address?

• Expression: A: [아파트 이름] 아파트 [동]동 [호수]호요.
  Pronunciation: [a-pa-teu i-reum] a-pa-teu [dong]dong [ho-su]ho-yo.
  Meaning: It’s [Apartment Name] Apartments, Building [Building Number], Unit [Unit Number].

• Expression: B: 네, [주소 확인]. 어떤 걸로 드릴까요?
  Pronunciation: ne, [ju-so hwa-gin]. eo-tteon geol-lo deu-ril-kka-yo?
  Meaning: Okay, [Confirms Address]. What would you like?

• Expression: A: 후라이드 반, 양념 반으로 하나 주세요. 그리고 콜라 큰 거 하나 추가해 주세요.
  Pronunciation: hu-ra-i-deu ban, yang-nyeom ban-eu-ro ha-na ju-se-yo. geu-ri-go kol-la keun geo ha-na chu-ga-hae ju-se-yo.
  Meaning: Please give me one half-fried, half-seasoned chicken. And please add one large Coke.

• Expression: B: 네, 반반 하나랑 콜라 큰 거 맞으시죠? 총 [금액]원입니다. 결제는 어떻게 하시겠어요?
  Pronunciation: ne, ban-ban ha-na-rang kol-la keun geo ma-jeu-si-jyo? chong [geum-aek]won im-ni-da. gyeol-je-neun eo-tteo-ke ha-si-gess-eo-yo?
  Meaning: Okay, one half-and-half and one large Coke, correct? The total is [Amount] won. How would you like to pay?

• Expression: A: 카드로 할게요. 배달 시간은 얼마나 걸릴까요?
  Pronunciation: ka-deu-ro hal-ge-yo. bae-dal si-gan-eun eol-ma-na geol-lil-kka-yo?
  Meaning: I’ll pay by card. How long will the delivery take?

• Expression: B: 네, 알겠습니다. 지금 주문하시면 40분 정도 걸릴 것 같습니다.
  Pronunciation: ne, al-gess-seum-ni-da. ji-geum ju-mun-ha-si-myeon sa-sip-bun jeong-do geol-lil geot gat-seum-ni-da.
  Meaning: Yes, understood. If you order now, it seems like it will take about 40 minutes.

• Expression: A: 네, 감사합니다.
  Pronunciation: ne, gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
  Meaning: Okay, thank you.

Practice Tips

Now you have the essential phrases for ordering chicken delivery in Korean! Try practicing them out loud~ Start with simple orders like just one type of chicken. Role-playing the conversation with a friend can be really helpful too! Don’t be afraid to use delivery apps first, as they often have menus with pictures, which can make ordering easier while you get used to the vocabulary. Enjoy your delicious Korean chicken! 화이팅! (hwa-i-ting! – Good luck!)