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Comfort Food Brands That Sustain University Students In Korea

Who has the time and money to eat at fancy restaurants when you are a university student in Korea? We introduce seven franchises near university campuses with cheap and delicious options.

Jihyun Lee
3 years ago

hearty and filling meals for college students like a sandwich and bowl of salad or meat bibimbap

When you think back to your university days, are there specific food spots that come to mind?

A common trend among those spots may be that they are cheap and filling.

It can be a burden to spend too much on food when taking classes and paying tuition.

korean franchise Meal Plan B dduuuung instagram accountSource: Instagram @dduuuung

Of course, there are dining halls on campus, but you can easily get tired of eating there.

Also, there are times where the food isn't that great!

This is why most college students look for cheap and tasty options nearby.

Let's take a look at some popular options that are tried and true favorites.


Isaac Toast
이삭토스트


Inside fillings of eggs ham and lettuce toast from korean franchise isaac toast

Bestsellers

Ham & Cheese (햄치즈 토스트)
2,600 won

Bacon & Potato Pizza (베이컨 포테이토 피자 토스트)
4,500 won

toasted sandwich from korean franchise isaac toast

Isaac Toast is an extremely popular franchise in Korea.

What makes Isaac Toast so special is their house sauce.

Any ordinary toast can be transformed into a delicious meal with this sauce!

full isaac toast menu on wrapper of sandwiches

There are a variety of toasts you can choose from.

You can find their entire menu on the bag the toast comes in!

All options are fairly cheap! Their bestseller the ham & cheese toast is only 2,600 won.

Meanwhile one of their most expensive options is the bacon & potato pizza toast and it is only 4,500 won.

It is very popular because you can enjoy a great meal at an affordable price.

inside toast with cheese egg and bacon with a bite taken from corner from korean franchise isaac toast

You can even order Isaac Toast on our website!

Next time you are in Korea, why not try a toast from this beloved franchise?


GGgo
지지고 컵밥


meal of cup rice, cup noodles and can of milkis from korean franchise gggo

Bestsellers

Nice Rice (나이스라이스)
4,000 won

Noodle Doodle (누들두들)
4,000 won

cup rice topped with egg from korean franchise gggo

GGgo is a popular brand for meals in a cup. There are many locations near college/university campuses.

Nice rice is a cup of spicy fried rice with shrimp and squid.

While noodle doodle consists of chewy udon noodles with seafood and vegetables, stir-fried in chili oil.

Once you try these sweet and spicy flavors, you will begin to crave them every day.

When we first entered college, we went so often that the workers knew our regular order.🤣

top view of cup rice topped with egg and cheese from korean franchise gggo

If you cannot handle spice very well, try adding cheese and egg, like pictured above!

There are also non-spicy options like creamy mayo (크래미마요) and tuna mayo (참치마요), so why not give them a try?

Also, the best GGgo location is the one near Sookmyung Women's University.

Our friend regularly visits this branch whenever they want GGgo.


Bon Gousse Rice Burger
봉구스밥버거


instagram account bongousse_korea posting of rice burger with light pink wrapperSource: Instagram @bongousse_korea

Bestsellers

Bon Gousse Rice Burger (봉구스밥버거)
2,300 won

Ham Rice Burger (햄밥버거)
2,800 won

korean brand franchise bon gousse rice burger with yellow wrapper

What meal is wrapped inside this paper? Bon Gousse serves burgers with rice instead of bread!

You can eat it from the paper like a typical hamburger, or you can set it down and scoop it with a spoon.

There are about 80 options so you'll find one with the right fillings to satisfy your hunger.😉

korean franchise bon gousse rice burger with cup ramen

The biggest highlight of Bong Gousse Rice Burger is the price. All their rice burgers range from 3,000 won to 4000 won.

Combine one of these rice burgers, like pictured above, for a perfect meal.

Makes a great dinner for students on a budget.😍


Dos Mas
도스마스


instagram account tongtonglio post of burrito from korean franchise dos masSource: Instagram @tongtonglio

Bestsellers

Beef & Chicken Burrito (소고기+닭고기 부리토)
4,000 won

instagram account tongtonglio post of three burritos from dos mas held upSource: Instagram @tongtonglio

At Dos Mas, you can enjoy a burrito with a Korean twist for about 4,000 won.

Enjoy tasty fried rice wrapped in a tortilla.

It first opened near Hanyang University in Seoul and has expanded to include many locations near university campuses.

Goes to show how much Dos Mas is loved by students.😍


Hansot
한솥


korean lunch set (dosirak) from korean franchise hansot

Bestsellers

Big Chicken Mayo (빅치킨마요)
3,500 won

Meat Dosirak (고기고기도시락)
4,000 won

korean franchise hansot meal with fried meat, and rice

Hansot is the largest Korean lunch set (dosirak) franchise!

It is a nicely arranged meal at an affordable price. No wonder it is so popular.

Since there are numerous food options, it is difficult to introduce the full Hansot menu in one blog!

Each dorsirak comes with various side dishes, rice, and sometimes even stew.

A perfect lunch for many Koreans.😊

bowl of meat, mayo, rice, and egg from korean franchise hansot

Many college students rely on these meals when they need something quick and convenient.

We remember utilizing Hansot whenever we were short on money during college!


Meal Plan B
밀플랜비


instagram account silver_kyoo posting of meal plan b with burritos and soda cup with strawsSource: Instagram @silver_kyoo

Bestsellers

Chicken & Potato Burrito (치킨&감자 부리토)
4,000 won

instagram account panda.swo posting of burritos cut in half with a side of potato wedges from korean franchise meal plan bSource: Instagram @panda._.sw

Meal Plan B is comfort food to many college students!

Like Dos Mas, you can get delicious burritos here.

We tried it when a location opened near our campus and it was so yummy.😍 

Also, the portions are extremely generous, so you will definitely leave feeling full.

instagram account mukgo_die posting of burritos and fried sides from korean franchise meal plan bSource: Instagram @mukgo_die

The burritos are very cheap, each is about 4,000 won

Since many college students visit Meal Plan B, many locations are near college campuses.

There are also various sides if you ever feel like splurging a little with your friends!


Salady
샐러디


salad with greens, corn, tomato, egg and bacon bits from korean franchise salady

Bestsellers

Caesar Chicken Salad (시저치킨 샐러디)
5,900 won

Chilli Bacon Warm Bowl (칠리베이컨 웜볼)
6,900 won

korean franchise salady salad and wrap

Salady is a unique franchise that specializes in healthy fast food.

In addition to salads, there are many healthy options such as warm bowls, sandwiches, and wraps!

closeup on salad with greens, corn, ham, and egg from korean franchise salady

Oftentimes, cheap foods near college campuses are high in calories.😅 

Salady provides a cheap and healthy alternative.

Although it is more expensive than some of the aforementioned foods, it is by far the healthiest!

side by side images of wrap in wrapping paper and wrap cut in half from korean franchise salady

Typically we indulge in the other options mentioned in this blog.

But, every now and then there are times when we want to eat healthily and our go-to is usually Salady!😋 

If you are looking for a cheap salad option in Korea, we recommend Salady!


half an isaac toast sandwich with egg, pickles, ham, cheese and shredded lettuce

Today we introduced some popular franchises that college students in Korea have eaten from at least once.

Many find comfort in these cheap and reliable meals.

Which ones would you guys want to try when in Korea? Let us know by leaving a comment below!

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