Inakgeun Rice Cake Bakery Okgeum Branch
이낙근찹쌀떡베이커리 오금본점
About
Multi-story bakery and cafe in Songpa renowned for artisanal chapssaltteok filled with low-sugar red bean, walnuts, and chestnuts alongside varied baked goods.
Operating since 1975, Lee Nak-geun Chapssaltteok Bakery in Songpa’s Ogeum-dong bridges the gap between a storied rice-cake institution and a contemporary dessert cafe. Occupying a multi-story building on Jungdae-ro, the shop operates its bustling retail counter on the ground level, while the upper floors open into an airy, sunlit seating area framed by wide windows. It functions naturally as a neighborhood gathering place, drawing locals to linger over coffee without the cramped rush of a typical takeaway confectionery. The cornerstone of the business is its namesake chapssaltteok, made with domestic glutinous rice kneaded without added sugar. The resulting dough is notably thin, chewy, and tender without sticking stubbornly to the teeth. Inside, the dense filling relies on low-sugar red bean paste studded generously with walnuts and chestnuts, giving each piece a weighty, substantial feel and a nutty crunch that balances the delicate sweetness. The signature lineup rotates through three foundational variations. The classic white chapssaltteok showcases pure, understated red bean and nutty textures, free from cloying sugariness. The mugwort (ssuk) variation is an unmistakable highlight, kneaded with fragrant mugwort that perfumes each bite with an earthy, herbal aroma without overwhelming the palate. For gift boxes, the pink bokbunja (black raspberry) variety adds visual appeal with a subtle fruity note. Beyond traditional rice cakes, the ground floor displays a sprawling bakery spread, offering a wide selection of breads and pastries that make it easy to assemble diverse dessert spreads. Whether you are picking up heavy, ribbon-tied gift sets packed in sturdy boxes for family holidays or taking a seat on the second floor with a coffee and a pair of chewy rice cakes, this long-running Ogeum staple delivers steady craft in a comfortable, sunlit room.
Menu
- Classic Chapssaltteok
- Mugwort Chapssaltteok
- Bokbunja Chapssaltteok
- 20-Piece Chapssaltteok Gift Set₩46,000
- Espresso₩4,000
- Americano₩5,000
- Cafe Latte₩5,500
- Vanilla Bean Latte₩6,500
- Condensed Milk Latte₩6,000
- 몽촌라떼(only ICE)₩6,000
- 제로아이스티₩5,500
- 딸기라떼또는에이드₩6,500
Local tips
- Head to the upper floors for a bright cafe space with ample natural light to enjoy your pastries.
- Try the mugwort (ssuk) chapssaltteok for an aromatic, chewy twist on the classic.
- Free parking is available behind the building, though spaces are limited to around 3 cars.
- Gift boxes can be ordered via Naver Smart Store for quick store pickup.
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 07:00–21:00
- Monday
- 07:00–21:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00–21:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00–21:00
- Thursday
- 07:00–21:00
- Friday
- 07:00–21:00
- Saturday
- 07:00–21:00