If you’re planning a trip to Korea, one thing you can’t miss is the street food. It's delicious, affordable, and everywhere—from night markets to subway station exits. Here's a detailed list of the top 10 must-try Korean street foods, including average prices and where to find them.
1. Tteokbokki (떡볶이)
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| 제주도 떡볶이 by 채지형, 공유마당, CC BY |
Spicy, chewy rice cakes simmered in a sweet and hot gochujang-based sauce. Often served with fish cake (eomuk) and boiled eggs.
- Price: 3,000–5,000 KRW per serving
- Where: Sindang-dong Tteokbokki Town (Seoul), Gwangjang Market, Busan BIFF Square
2. Hotteok (호떡)
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충청도 청주 호떡 by 채지형, 공유마당, CC BY
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Sweet pancakes filled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and crushed peanuts. Crispy outside, gooey inside. Winter favorite!
- Price: 1,000–2,000 KRW
- Where: Namdaemun Market, Nampo-dong (Busan), traditional markets
3. Sundae (순대)
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Korean blood sausage made with pig intestine stuffed with noodles, vegetables, and sometimes blood. Often served with liver and lung slices + dipping salt or gochujang.
- Price: 3,000–5,000 KRW per portion
- Where: Gwangjang Market, Mangwon Market, street food alleys
4. Eomuk (어묵)
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서울 어묵 by 채지형, 공유마당, CC BY
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Fish cake skewers simmered in hot broth. Often sold with a cup of soup included.
- Price: 1,000–2,000 KRW per skewer
- Where: Bus stops, subway exits, local markets
5. Gimbap (김밥)
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Seaweed rice rolls filled with various ingredients like pickled radish, egg, carrot, spinach, and ham or tuna. Not sushi!
- Price: 2,000–4,000 KRW per roll
- Where: Gimbap Heaven chains, street vendors, convenience stalls
6. Egg Bread (계란빵)
Mini loaf-shaped bread with a whole egg baked inside. Slightly sweet and warm—popular during colder seasons.
- Price: 1,500–3,000 KRW
- Where: Myeongdong Street, Hongdae, night markets
7. Twisted Doughnuts (꽈배기)
Deep-fried, sugar-coated twisted dough. Light and fluffy—classic Korean childhood snack.
- Price: 1,000–2,000 KRW
- Where: Tongin Market, Gukje Market, small neighborhood vendors
8. Bungeoppang (붕어빵)
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| 한국기행_김장_음식_붕어빵 by 한국교육방송공사, 공유마당, CC BY |
Fish-shaped pastry filled with sweet red bean paste. Crispy outside, soft inside. Seasonal item (mainly fall–winter).
- Price: 1,000 KRW for 2 or 3 pieces
- Where: Street carts around Seoul Station, Hongdae, and school areas
9. Japchae Hot Dog (잡채핫도그)
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A unique Korean fusion of glass noodles (japchae) inside a deep-fried hot dog batter. Sweet and savory!
- Price: 3,000–4,000 KRW
- Where: Gwangjang Market (famous YouTube-featured vendors)
10. Mayak Gimbap (마약김밥)
Mini gimbap rolls served with sweet mustard soy sauce. The name “mayak” means “addictive”—and it truly is!
- Price: 3,000–4,000 KRW
- Where: Gwangjang Market (original vendor), some traditional markets
📌 Final Tip:
If you're traveling on a budget or want to experience authentic Korean flavors, street food is a must. Keep some cash handy (though most places accept cards now), and don’t be afraid to try something new!
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