Choco Song-i, similar to Kinoko no Yama, is a chocolate snack produced and sold by the major South Korean confectionery company Orion. It is characterized by its mushroom-shaped design, featuring a cracker stick topped with a chocolate cap. Choco Song-i is widely enjoyed not only in South Korea but also across various Asian countries. Its unique shape and approachable flavor have made it popular among a wide range of consumers, from children to adults.
Uyu (우유) is a general term for sweet milk beverages widely enjoyed in South Korea, with the flavored milk series by Binggrae (빙그레) being particularly representative. Main flavors include banana, strawberry, and melon, among which ""Banana Uyu"" (바나나맛우유) has been known as a national beverage since the 1970s. Its compact, jar-shaped packaging and diverse flavors have made it a symbol of Korean beverage culture. Today, Uyu is available not only within South Korea but also at Korean supermarkets overseas, and its popularity has spread alongside the K-pop and Korean Wave booms.
Anchovy rice noodles are a modern noodle dish served in restaurants primarily in urban areas such as Seoul, South Korea. The dish features noodles made mainly from rice, and is characterized by a seafood-based broth created from anchovies or dried fish. It represents a fusion of Korea’s traditional soup stock culture, Southeast Asian rice noodles, and various international ingredients and cooking methods. In recent years, it has frequently appeared as a creative dish in Seoul, where diverse food cultures intersect, and is widely enjoyed as a warm noodle meal in restaurants and street stalls.
Grilled octopus and sea snail skewers are a popular type of street food widely enjoyed in East Asian regions, particularly in South Korea. Fresh octopus and various kinds of sea snails are skewered, seasoned with special sauces, and grilled over charcoal or open flames, resulting in a dish known for its pleasantly chewy texture and rich ocean flavor. Especially popular at bustling street stalls in areas such as Myeongdong Street in Seoul, this snack is loved by both tourists and locals and has become a well-established, casual seafood delicacy.
Raindrop Cake (Japanese: 水玉餅, Korean: 물방울떡) is a dessert characterized by its transparent appearance and raindrop-like shape. Originating from “Mizu Shingen Mochi” in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, it is mainly made from gelling agents such as agar or kanten and high-purity water. By the mid-2010s, it had spread globally, including to street food scenes in Myeong-dong, Seoul, South Korea, as well as the United States and Europe, often enjoyed with various adaptations. It is typically served with kinako (roasted soybean flour), kuromitsu (black sugar syrup), or local syrups and fruit purees, and is noted for its visually striking appearance and health-conscious qualities.
Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers (Korean: 닭꼬치, English: Dak-kkochi) are one of the representative street foods in South Korea. The dish consists mainly of chicken and vegetables skewered and grilled, then finished with a sauce characterized by its sweetness and spiciness. In bustling areas such as Myeong-dong in Seoul, they can be easily enjoyed at stalls and street vendors, and are popular not only among local residents but also among tourists. Although it is called ""yakitori,"" it differs from Japanese yakitori in its seasoning and preparation, making it a symbolic part of Korean street food culture.
Cheese Kimchi Wrap Samgyeopsal (치즈김치쌈삼겹살) is a popular Korean dish served at street stalls and food vendors in urban areas such as Seoul. Based on the traditional dish Samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly), it is a modern twist that combines kimchi and cheese. This dish is especially popular in tourist areas like Myeong-dong, attracting both locals and tourists. Its unique method of wrapping kimchi and cheese with grilled pork, along with its rich flavor, characterizes the dish. It is recognized as an evolved form of Korean street cuisine.
Cheese Hotdog (Cheese Hotdog, 치즈핫도그) is a street food originating from South Korea, consisting of cheese or sausage on a stick, wrapped in a slightly sweet batter and breadcrumbs, and deep-fried as a snack. The exterior is characterized by a crispy texture, while the inside features cheese that stretches when heated. In South Korea, it is widely enjoyed at food stalls and specialty shops, and its popularity has recently spread to various countries, especially across Asia. In tourist areas such as Myeong-dong, it has become an established staple street food among young people and travelers.
