Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang Review: Traditional Desserts
Discover Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang in Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju. Enjoy crispy, chewy Gaeseong Juak (glazed rice donuts)—the ultimate sweet souvenir!
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Discover Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang in Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju. Enjoy crispy, chewy Gaeseong Juak (glazed rice donuts)—the ultimate sweet souvenir!
Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang Gaeseong Juak
Looking for the ultimate dessert spot in Hwangridan-gil?
Whenever you travel to Gyeongju, Hwangridan-gil is an absolute must-visit destination!
With so many street food options like Korean street churros, 10-Won cheese bread, and traditional sweet rice punch (sikhye), you can easily lose track of time wandering around and snacking.
While these chewy Gaeseong Juak (traditional glazed rice donuts) are amazing to eat on the spot, they also make for the perfect travel gift to bring back home.
Today, let's look inside Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang, a famous spot renowned for its unique and artisanal traditional Korean treats.
01 Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang: Essential Information
📍 Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang
1st Floor, Bukpyeon-dong, 1074 Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Located right in the heart of Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang is a dedicated takeout shop, meaning there is no dine-in seating inside.
Because it is highly popular, you might encounter a short queue, but the line moves incredibly fast since the service is strictly packaged-to-go.
📌 Location | 1st Floor, Bukpyeon-dong, 1074 Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do |
⏰️ Hours | Daily from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM |
☎️ Phone | +82-50-7146-60258 |
💰 Menu & Price | Gaeseong Juak ~$1 to ~$2 each |
‼️ Notes | Expect short wait times on weekends |
02 Why It's a Hwangridan-gil Dessert Hotspot
📍 Hwangridan-gil
1080 Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
As a premier traditional confectionary shop in Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang specializes in Yakgwa (honey cookies) and Juak (glazed rice donuts).
Since these aren't everyday desserts you can easily find back home, they are perfect to try during your Gyeongju travels. One bite of their sweet, chewy texture, and you will instantly understand why this shop is so popular!
The classic Original Glutinous Rice Juak is ~$2.
Special gourmet flavors including Valrhona Chocolate, Shine Muscat, Apple Cinnamon, Mugwort Injeolmi, Salted Caramel, Gyeongju Fresh Strawberry, and Chocolate Strawberry are priced at ~$2 each.
You can also purchase them in curated gift boxes: a 4-piece box is ~$7, and an 8-piece box is ~$13. Keep this in mind when planning your purchases!
03 Honest Review: Gifting Gaeseong Juak
While you can buy single pieces, I decided to purchase both the 4-piece and 8-piece boxes to give as gifts.
With their beautiful colors, unique toppings, and elegant packaging, they make an incredibly thoughtful and photogenic souvenir from Gyeongju.
Purchase complete! ✌️ This is how the 8-piece gift box is beautifully packaged.
My Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang treats traveled with me for 3 hours all the way from Gyeongju to Seoul!
Even though they got shaken around in my bag, they stayed perfectly intact and looked just as gorgeous as they did in the shop.
Eating them on the same day of purchase ensures you get that signature, incredibly satisfying crispy-yet-chewy texture.
04 Who We Recommend This To
Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang Summary |
Those looking for unique, artisanal Korean desserts |
Travelers searching for beautiful, high-quality Gyeongju souvenirs |
Foodies curious about traditional Korean royal court treats |
If you are exploring Hwangridan-gil, make sure to make a stop at Gyeongju Yakgwa-bang.
It's a delightful culinary experience that exceeded all expectations!
That's it for today's travel diary. Stay tuned for more authentic local travel reviews tomorrow!
Gyeongju Yakgwabang is a takeout-only store, so there is no space to eat inside. It operates on a system where items are packed immediately after purchase, so the turnover rate is fast even if there is a line.
The basic flavor, Glutinous Rice Juak, is ~$2, and other flavors like Valrhona Chocolate, Mugwort Injeolmi, and Fresh Gyeongju Strawberry are ~$2 each. If you are buying multiple pieces, a 4-piece set is sold for ~$7, and an 8-piece set is ~$13.
It is located on the 1st floor of the North Building at 1074 Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and can be found around the middle of Hwangridan-gil. The business hours are from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM daily.
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