Korean Waiting Culture: Good to Know for Peace of Mind

When visiting popular spots in Korea, you may register for a waitlist through an app rather than writing your name down in front of the restaurant🐰 The most commonly used apps are **Tabling (테이블링)** and CatchTable (캐치테이블). Depending on the restaurant, you may be able to join the waitlist remotely through the app before arriving, and receive a notification when your turn is approaching. Popular restaurants and cafés in Seoul, in particular, tend to get crowded on weekends around 12–2 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. It’s reassuring to check in advance whether the restaurant supports these apps, so you don’t have to wait in front of the restaurant the whole time🐰