Salt Bread (소금빵): what it is and how to order it in Korea
A soft, buttery yeast bread topped with a generous sprinkle of coarse salt, so the crust is crisp and salty while the inside stays fluffy. It is one of the most popular bakery finds in Seoul and a favorite with coffee.
Say it to order
소금빵 하나 주세요
Sogeumppang hana juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Eat it fresh, ideally warm, and tear off pieces to enjoy the contrast of salt, butter and soft crumb.
Do
- Tear it apart and share it when you are with a group.
Don’t
- Don't take the last piece without offering it to others at the table.
Local tips
- Some shops fill it with cream cheese or red bean, so check the filling if you want the plain version.
- Many Korean bakeries bake it fresh in the morning and sell out by afternoon.
Goes with
- Milk
- Americano
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Salt Bread in Korean?
- Say “소금빵 하나 주세요” (Sogeumppang hana juseyo).
- Is Salt Bread spicy?
- No. Salt Bread isn’t spicy.
- How much does Salt Bread cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩3,000–4,500.
- How do you eat Salt Bread?
- Eat it fresh, ideally warm, and tear off pieces to enjoy the contrast of salt, butter and soft crumb.
Find Salt Bread near you
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