Seoul's Top Bakeries And Their Must-Try Breads
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11 bakeries in Seoul: Jayeondo Sogeumppang (Salt Bread) & Jayeondoga, London Bagel Museum Anguk, and 9 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a YouTube post by Doobydobap.
Jayeondo Sogeumppang (Salt Bread) & Jayeondoga
Bakery
4.5
A bakery in Seongsu-dong famous for its unique Salt Bread. This version is described as an overly buttery, crispy, and pillowy bread, sold in packs of four. It's a very popular spot in the neighborhood, often with long queues, known for its distinct style of salt bread.
London Bagel Museum Anguk
Bagel shop
4.0
A popular bagel shop in Seoul known for its long lines and a unique selection of bagels, including creative savory and sweet options. The interior has a stunning design with natural light, perfect for a peaceful brunch. Popular items include the Potato Cheese Bagel and the Cheese Honey Bagel.
Onion Cafe Gwangjang Market Branch
Coffee shop
4.1
A cafe famous for renovating old hanoks (traditional Korean houses) into modern, Instagram-friendly spaces. They offer unique desserts like the Pistachio Dubai Chewy Cookies and Chewy Butter Rice Cake. The cafe's interior blends traditional architecture with modern aesthetics, offering a very beautiful and special atmosphere.
Cafe Layered Bukchon
Cafe
4.2
A highly Instagrammable cafe in Seoul specializing in scones, offering a wide variety of flavors and toppings. The cafe's display of pastries is beautiful, reminiscent of a scene from 'The Great Gatsby'. The plain scone is described as moist but a bit dry, while the lemon scone is zesty and refreshing.
Beton
Bakery
4.3
A bakery offering a classic style of salt bread, known for its harder, heavier texture and a well-caramelized, evenly golden-brown color. Unlike other salt breads, this version is not overly buttery. The line system is unconventional, but the bread is highly regarded for its unique qualities.
Abebe Bakery Seoul
Bakery
4.4
Originating from Jeju Island, this bakery has a popular Seoul branch known for its creatively stuffed cream donuts. Expect long lines, especially for popular flavors like the Geumneun Apple Cream Bread. The Matcha Ang Butter Omegi-tteok is a unique offering with multiple layers of flavors and textures.
Standard Bread
Bakery
4.8
This bakery is known for its Creme Brulee French Toast, which features thick, brioche-like bread soaked in egg wash, grilled, and topped with sugar and torched to create a hard caramel crust. It comes served with a custardy sauce and strawberry jam. The interior of the cafe aims for a rustic and cozy ambiance.
Mandong Bakery
Bakery
4.7
A bakery famous for its unique and delicious Sweet Garlic Bread, which is drenched in a sweet garlic butter and syrup. This place combines traditional Korean flavors with classic bread, offering a different take on bakery goods. It's a must-visit for those who enjoy sweet and savory combinations.
Artisan Bakers Hannam
Bakery
4.7
Known for having some of the best croissants in Seoul, including a unique 'Laugen Croissant' with a distinct color lamination from an alkaline solution used in German baking. They also offer savory pastries like 'Crispy Chili Dog' and sweet options like 'Chestnut Pastry'. The cafe has a modern, clean aesthetic.
Taegeukdang Bakery
Bakery
4.2
The oldest bakery in Seoul, established in 1946, known for its traditional and old-school Korean pastry. The interior features dark wood, beautiful marble tiles, chandeliers, and large murals of cows, offering a glimpse into the past. Among their iconic offerings are the 'Vegetable Salad Sandwich' and the 'Monaka Ice Cream' which is a thin wafer filled with vanilla ice cream.
Hyoja Bakery
Bakery
4.0
One of the oldest and most traditional bakeries in Korea, established in 1987. It's renowned for supplying bread to the Blue House (South Korea's presidential residence). The signature item is the Korean-style corn bread, known for its soft, pillowy texture and a sweet-savory filling of onion, corn, mayo, and black pepper, with a hint of honey.
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