Korean Dictionary
How to say "Food Tour" in Korean
“Food Tour” in Korean is 맛집 탐방 (pronounced "Matjip Tambang").
맛집 탐방
Matjip Tambang
Usage & Context
Going on food tours to find the best restaurants is a hugely popular leisure activity in Korea. Koreans are passionate about discovering and sharing great food.
Example Sentence
주말마다 새로운 맛집을 찾아 탐방해요.
I explore new restaurants every weekend.
How to use 맛집 탐방 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Food Tour” is 맛집 탐방, romanized as Matjip Tambang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
맛집 (Matjip): "Mat" sounds like "maht" in "mattress" but with a shorter 't' sound at the end. "Jip" is like "jeep" but with a softer 'j' sound, almost like "chip" but voiced. 탐방 (Tambang): "Tam" sounds like "tahm" as in "palm" but with a 't'. "Bang" rhymes with "song" but with a 'b' sound. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Describing a travel plan focused on food.
부산으로 맛집 탐방 여행을 떠났어요.
I went on a food tour trip to Busan.
Asking for recommendations from a local.
이 동네 맛집 탐방 코스 추천해 줄 수 있어요?
Can you recommend a food tour course in this neighborhood?
Discussing popular hobbies among youth.
요즘 젊은 세대들은 맛집 탐방을 취미로 즐겨요.
Young people these days enjoy food tours as a hobby.
Cultural Context
"맛집 탐방" is a huge part of Korean culture, reflecting the nation's passion for food. It's not just about eating, but about the "hunt" for hidden gems and sharing the experience on social media (Instagram, blogs). Many K-dramas feature characters going on "맛집 탐방" dates or trips. The term "맛집" (matjip) itself, meaning "delicious house" or "restaurant known for good food," is a highly coveted title.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
맛집 탐방 가자!
Let's go on a food tour!
여기 맛집 탐방하기 좋은 곳이야.
This is a good place for a food tour.
주말에 맛집 탐방 계획 있어?
Do you have plans for a food tour this weekend?
Related Expressions
맛집 투어
Matjip Tueo
Food tour (English loanword version)
식도락 여행
Sikdorak Yeohaeng
Gourmet trip, culinary journey
맛집 찾아다니기
Matjip Chajadanigi
Searching for good restaurants (more descriptive phrase)
먹방
Meokbang
Eating broadcast (related to food content)
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