✓ Updated May 2026

Bonchon Bibimbap
Price & Calories 2026

Rice with scrambled egg, lettuce, carrots, sautéed onions, spinach, and mushrooms — served with your choice of Bulgogi, Soy Garlic Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tofu, or plain. The lowest-calorie main dish on the Bonchon menu.

✓ 5 Protein Options ✓ Lowest Calorie Main Dish ✓ Fresh Vegetables ✓ Contains Sesame

Quick Answer — Bonchon Bibimbap 2026

$15.99Price (Plain)

401+Calories

5Protein Options

21.5ozServing (Base)

What Is Bonchon Bibimbap?

Korea’s Most Famous Rice Bowl — The Lowest Calorie Main Dish

Bibimbap (비분밥) literally means “mixed rice” in Korean — and the name describes both the dish and how you eat it. It is a bowl of steamed rice topped with a colorful arrangement of vegetables, a scrambled egg, and your choice of protein, all meant to be mixed together before eating. The result is a single, unified flavor that combines every element in every bite.

At Bonchon, Bibimbap is made with steamed jasmine rice topped with scrambled egg, fresh lettuce, carrots, sautéed onions, spinach, and mushrooms. You choose your protein: Bulgogi, Soy Garlic Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tofu, or plain with no protein. The dish is finished with sesame oil and served with sesame seeds.

The base Bibimbap (plain, no protein) starts at just 401 calories — making it the lowest-calorie main dish on the entire Bonchon menu by a significant margin. Even with Bulgogi added it reaches only 628 calories. For anyone watching their intake, Bibimbap is the clear best choice among Bonchon’s main dishes.

Quick Answer: Bonchon Bibimbap starts at approximately $15.99 (plain) and 401 calories — the lowest-calorie main dish on the menu. Adding a protein increases both price and calories. It comes in 5 protein variations.

Bonchon Bibimbap Price 2026

All Protein Options — Prices & Calories

Protein Option	Price	Calories	Protein	Heat
Plain (no protein)	~$15.99	401 ✓ Lowest	11g	None
+ Tofu	~$17.99	493	19g	None
+ Soy Garlic Chicken	~$18.99	567	33g	None
+ Spicy Chicken	~$18.99	598	33g	Medium 🌶
+ Bulgogi	~$19.99	628	31g	None
+ Seafood	~$19.99	497	31g	None

* Prices may vary by location. Delivery prices on DoorDash and Uber Eats may be higher. Calorie data from Official Bonchon Nutrition Guide 2023.

Best Value Pick: Bibimbap with Soy Garlic Chicken (~$18.99, 567 calories, 33g protein) gives you the best protein-to-calorie ratio of all Bibimbap options — and still comes in at under 600 calories total.

Bonchon Bibimbap Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition — Plain vs With Protein

Nutrient	Plain	+ Soy Garlic Chicken	+ Bulgogi
Calories	401 ✓	567	628
Total Fat	7g	8g	22g
Cholesterol	116mg	166mg	209mg
Sodium	315mg ✓	1,911mg	572mg
Total Carbs	71g	87g	73g
Dietary Fiber	2g	2g	3g
Protein	11g	33g ✓	31g

*Source: Official Bonchon Nutrition Guide 2023. Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Sodium Note: The plain Bibimbap has only 315mg sodium — the lowest of all Bonchon main dishes by far. However, adding Soy Garlic Chicken jumps sodium to 1,911mg due to the sauce. If you are monitoring sodium, choose Tofu (no sauce) or Bulgogi protein instead.

Choosing Your Protein

Which Protein Option Is Right for You?

The protein you choose defines the flavor of your Bibimbap. Each option changes the dish significantly — not just in nutrition but in the overall eating experience:

Soy Garlic Chicken — Best Overall

567 cal · 33g protein · No heat

Bonchon’s signature Soy Garlic sauce on chicken, placed over the rice and vegetables. The sweet-savory sauce infuses into the rice as you mix. The most popular Bibimbap option — great first-time choice.

Spicy Chicken — For Heat Lovers

598 cal · 33g protein · Medium heat

Korean chili sauce on chicken. When mixed into the rice the heat distributes and becomes more manageable — the rice absorbs and moderates the spice level. If you like Bonchon Spicy chicken, this is the natural Bibimbap choice.

Bulgogi — Most Filling

628 cal · 31g protein · No heat

Korean marinated beef mixed with the rice and vegetables. The bulgogi marinade adds a sweet-savory richness that coats every grain of rice when mixed. The heartiest of all Bibimbap options — most like a traditional Korean meal.

Plain / Tofu — Lightest Options

401 / 493 cal · Vegetarian friendly

The plain version (401 cal) is the most calorie-conscious choice on the entire main dishes menu. The tofu version (493 cal) adds protein without meat. Both rely on the egg and vegetables for flavor — simpler but clean-tasting.

How to Eat Bibimbap: Mix everything together before eating — this is not optional, it is how the dish works. The scrambled egg breaks apart and coats the rice, the vegetable juices blend with the protein sauce, and every bite becomes a unified flavor rather than separate components.

Bibimbap vs Other Main Dishes

How It Compares

Dish	Price	Calories	Protein	Heat
Bibimbap (plain) ← You Are Here	~$15.99	401 ✓ Lowest	11g	None
Bibimbap + Soy Garlic Chicken	~$18.99	567	33g	None
Japchae	~$17.99	906	28g	None
Chicken Katsu	~$17.99	1,319	65g	None
Bulgogi	~$18.99	1,369	82g ✓	None
Tteokbokki	~$16.99	980	32g	High 🌶
Buldak	~$18.99	2,610	99g	Very High 🌶🌶

Verdict: Bibimbap is the clear choice for anyone counting calories (starting at 401 kcal), wanting a lighter Korean meal, or looking for the most affordable main dish (~$15.99 plain). Add Soy Garlic Chicken for the best balance of flavor, protein, and value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bonchon Bibimbap FAQ

How much does Bonchon Bibimbap cost?+

Bonchon Bibimbap starts at approximately $15.99 for the plain version. Adding a protein increases the price: Tofu (~$17.99), Soy Garlic or Spicy Chicken (~$18.99), Bulgogi or Seafood (~$19.99). Prices may vary by location and are higher on delivery apps.

How many calories are in Bonchon Bibimbap?+

Plain Bibimbap contains 401 calories — the lowest of any main dish on the Bonchon menu. Adding Tofu brings it to 493 cal, Soy Garlic Chicken to 567 cal, Spicy Chicken to 598 cal, and Bulgogi to 628 cal. All options are well below 700 calories.

Is Bonchon Bibimbap spicy?+

Most Bibimbap options have zero heat — Plain, Tofu, Soy Garlic Chicken, Bulgogi, and Seafood are all spice-free. Only the Spicy Chicken version has heat, and it is medium-level since the rice moderates the spice when mixed. Bibimbap is one of the safest spice-free choices on the menu.

What allergens does Bonchon Bibimbap contain?+

All Bibimbap options contain Eggs (scrambled egg topping) and Sesame (sesame oil finish). Adding Soy Garlic or Spicy Chicken adds Soy and Wheat allergens from the sauce. The official menu notes it contains sesame seeds or sesame seed oil. Always confirm with your specific location.

How do you eat Bibimbap?+

Mix everything together before eating — this is how bibimbap is meant to be eaten. Use a spoon to combine the rice, vegetables, egg, and protein until evenly blended. The scrambled egg breaks apart and coats the rice, and every bite becomes a unified flavor. Eating it unmixed misses the point of the dish.

Is Bonchon Bibimbap good for weight loss?+

At 401 calories plain and under 630 calories even with protein, Bibimbap is the most diet-friendly main dish at Bonchon. It is also one of the more nutritionally balanced options — vegetables, egg, rice, and lean protein in one bowl. For calorie-conscious Bonchon diners, Bibimbap with Soy Garlic Chicken or Tofu is the best choice.

Which protein should I choose for Bibimbap?+

First time: Soy Garlic Chicken — the most popular option, adds 33g protein and familiar Bonchon flavor. Want maximum protein: Soy Garlic Chicken (33g). Want most filling: Bulgogi (richest flavor). Watching calories strictly: Plain or Tofu. Enjoy spice: Spicy Chicken.

What To Order With It

Best Pairings

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Kimchi — ~$3.99

The most traditional Korean pairing for any rice dish. The fermented spice of kimchi creates excellent contrast with the mild, clean flavors of Bibimbap — especially the plain or tofu version.

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Wings (Spicy)

If you chose plain or tofu Bibimbap for low calories, add a small Spicy Wings order for the heat element your meal is missing. The combination gives you the full Bonchon experience at a controlled total calorie count.

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Pickled Radish — Free

Complimentary with any chicken order. The sweet-sour tang of pickled radish is a perfect refresher between bites of the mixed rice bowl. Only 15 calories.

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Miso Soup — ~$2.99

At only 20 calories, Miso Soup is the lightest possible addition to your Bibimbap meal. A traditional Japanese-Korean combination that works perfectly as a light starter.