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Banyeo-dong old steamed-bun shop with four mini buns for KRW 1,000
A small steamed-bun and doughnut shop on Seonsuchon-ro in Banyeo-dong. There is no dedicated parking, and the shop sits on a bus-road stretch, so public transit or a quick takeaway stop is easier than trying to park. Inside, you can see the buns being shaped and steamed by hand.
The signature is the mini jjinppang. Four pieces are KRW 1,000, and the buns are small enough to eat several at once. The skin is thin and the red-bean filling is generous, with a moderate sweetness rather than a heavy sugary finish.
Doughnuts are the other side of the shop, including twisted doughnuts and red-bean doughnuts, usually three pieces for KRW 1,000. If a fresh batch of steamed buns has just sold out, expect a short wait of around 15 to 20 minutes.
It is an old Banyeo-dong name mentioned on Korean TV programs. Do not expect a sit-down bakery or modern dessert cafe; this is a value takeaway snack shop. It works for morning snacks, children, office sharing, and a sweet bag to carry away when passing through the area.