South Korea · Food & Groceries

Baemin

Baemin (Baedal Minjok) is South Korea's most popular food delivery app, connecting users with restaurants across the country for fast delivery.

What it helps with

Late-night food deliveryChicken, tteokbokki.
Fast delivery30–40 minutes.
Discount couponsIn the app.

About Baemin

With a distinctive, playful brand identity, Baemin has become deeply embedded in daily life in Korea, covering everything from casual street food to full restaurant meals, alongside a dedicated grocery delivery service (B Mart).

Key Features

Wide Restaurant Selection: Order from thousands of restaurants ranging from local favorites to chains.
B Mart Grocery Delivery: Get groceries and household essentials delivered quickly through B Mart.
Live Order Tracking: Track your order on the map from the restaurant to your door.
Group Ordering: Split an order with others at the same address.

How to Get Started

Download Baemin from Google Play or the App Store.
Register with a Korean phone number and confirm by SMS.
Enter your delivery address and browse available restaurants.
Pay by card or through a linked Korean payment method.

Before you use it

Sign-up: Baemin needs a Korean phone number for SMS verification.
Payment: Korean cards and pay apps work best; many foreign cards are declined.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Baemin work with a foreign bank card in South Korea?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Baemin available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Baemin?: No, an international phone number generally works for Baemin.
Do I need local ID or residency for Baemin?: No, Baemin doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Baemin?: iOS · Android
How much does Baemin cost?: Free app; delivery fee per order