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.
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.
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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
Bestsellers
Ham & Cheese (햄치즈 토스트)
2,600 won
Bacon & Potato Pizza (베이컨 포테이토 피자 토스트)
4,500 won
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!
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.
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
Bestsellers
Nice Rice (나이스라이스)
4,000 won
Noodle Doodle (누들두들)
4,000 won
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.🤣
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
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Bestsellers
Bon Gousse Rice Burger (봉구스밥버거)
2,300 won
Ham Rice Burger (햄밥버거)
2,800 won
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.😉
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
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Bestsellers
Beef & Chicken Burrito (소고기+닭고기 부리토)
4,000 won
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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
Bestsellers
Big Chicken Mayo (빅치킨마요)
3,500 won
Meat Dosirak (고기고기도시락)
4,000 won
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.😊
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
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Bestsellers
Chicken & Potato Burrito (치킨&감자 부리토)
4,000 won
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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.
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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
Bestsellers
Caesar Chicken Salad (시저치킨 샐러디)
5,900 won
Chilli Bacon Warm Bowl (칠리베이컨 웜볼)
6,900 won
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!
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!
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!
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!