GS25 is one of Korea's most widespread convenience stores; this has led to some of its branches being transformed into unique tourist destinations. More than just a place to shop, these special stores reflect the culture and sensibilities of each region. They also have great photo areas for you to grab your picture of the day. If you are planning a trip in Korea, add one of these special GS25 stores to your itinerary to enjoy what they have to offer.

1. Special GS25 Stores

| Jeonju Hanok Village Store

Jeonju Hanok Village is a village of living, breathing tradition, and the GS25 Jeonju Hanok Village Store exemplifies its unique atmosphere. The store is housed in a traditional tile-roof building, blending perfectly with the scenery of the surrounding Hanok Village. At the same time, the interior design uses exposed rafters and traditional Korean paper to create a warm and cozy ambience. As a contemporary reinterpretation of hanok buildings’ understated elegance, the GS25 Jeonju Hanok Village Store feels like a step back to Korean history.

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In GS25 Jeonju Hanok Village Store, one can find a corner dedicated to a curated selection of traditional Korean liquor, including Jeonju’s famous Leegangju and Moju. A gift set on offer combines traditional Korean liquor with a selection of Hanok Village beer and handmade Choco Pie, capturing the special memories in Jeonju in one pretty package. Take a seat by the window with a glass of Moju and some squid snacks to wind down in front of a view of the Hanok Village.
* Leegangju: A traditional liquor made with pear and ginger that traces its origin to the Joseon Period.
Moju: Makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) boiled with ginger, jujube, cinnamon, and other fragrant spices.

| Cassia Sokcho Store

Housed in Cassia Sokcho, the latest addition to Sokcho’s fine list of accommodations, GS25 Cassia Sokcho Store offers a remarkable view of the East Sea stretching endlessly. Its highlight is the outdoor terrace, an airy space overlooking the sea, perfect for cooling off on summer nights with a can of beer. It’s quite popular during the sunset hours, because who could resist the allure of delicious ramyeon with a view of the sunset by the sea?

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You can also enjoy the same view from the store through a large window. The window seats are perfect for relaxing with an iced Americano in the air-conditioned store. How about picking out your preferred bottle of wine from the selection in Wine25+ to wrap up your day? Now a must-visit destination, this convenience store is sure to enrich your travel memories.

| Cheongwa Gonggan Store

You can come across the GS25 Cheongwa Gonggan Store while walking along the Gyeongbokgung Stone Wall Path. It's like a little refuge hidden away in an antique and tranquil landscape. The first floor looks like an ordinary convenience store, but if you go up to the second floor, you'll find a café area with a large window overlooking Gyeongbokgung Palace. The Cafe25 coffee boosts energy at affordable prices, while mobile phone charging stations cater to the convenience of the customers. Don’t miss the selection of traditional souvenirs on display.

More surprises are to be found on the third floor: a photography studio-like space features Life4Cuts photo booths where you can take pictures. You have access to a variety of props, including hanbok, gat (horsehair hat), and animal hats. Dress up with Korean-style ornaments, pose with your friends or family members, and say kimchi (as Koreans do) for the latest addition to your travel album. Make a memorable moment at GS25 Cheongwa Gonggan Store, where Gyeongbokgung Palace's traditional charm meets modern convenience.

2. Popular GS25 Products

| Seongsu Bagel

One of the hottest convenience store desserts is Seongsu Bagel, which uses an authentic recipe to bring the flavors of bagels served in Seongsu-dong’s hippest bakeries. The secret behind its chewy, tender, and moist texture is blanching the dough with hot water. Cream cheese spreads add depth and variety to flavors. There are four flavors, from classical Cream Cheese to salty and savory Onion Cream Cheese, sweet Blueberry Cream Cheese, and Salted Pepper Cream Cheese with a spicy kick.

| GS25 X Netflix Products

If you love staycations and Netflix shows, here’s a chance to get something special from GS25: a selection of snacks launched in collaboration with Netflix, designed to bring the movie theater experience right to your couch. From popcorn to nachos, potato chips, coffee-flavored milk, and energy drinks, take your pick and enjoy!

| Pouch Drinks

In summer, the winning combination in Korean convenience stores is pouch drinks with ice-filled cups. GS25’s selection of beverages includes sugary -ade drinks and fragrant teas. If you like sweet and sour flavors, go for the refreshingly cool Blue Lemonade. If you want a caffeine kick, go for one of the many coffee choices.

| Hyeja Lunch Box

Named after the actress Kim Hyeja, GS25’s Hyeja* Lunch Box lineup impressed Korea's students and office workers with its combination of large servings and affordable prices. Each lunch box offers a filling meal, and there’s plenty in variety for menu rotation.

* The fame of this lunch box even led to the word “Hyeja” being used as a neologism for things with excellent price-performance ratio.
* Neobiani: Grilled marinated beef slices

| Chicken25

Chicken25 is GS25’s fried chicken brand, often served on a showcase right next to the counter. You can choose different parts, all delivering the proven combination of crispy skin and juicy meat. If you want a more sweetened flavor, you can also purchase a seasoning sauce sachet to taste a Korean-style seasoned fried chicken. Chicken can be enjoyed as a snack or even as a light meal.

| Cafe25 & Banana Milk Latte

Cafe25 is a DIY beverage section where you can get coffee and other beverages in GS25 convenience stores. You can enjoy quality coffee at affordable prices using top-of-the-line coffee machines and beans. Cafe25 is quite easy to use as well: Choose your beverage and pay at the counter, then go to the coffee machine. Put your cup under the dispenser and press the button!

Another, perhaps less conventional, way to make use of Cafe25 is making Banana Milk Latte, a beverage that has taken Korean social media by storm. Choose a medium-sized ice cup, pour banana-flavored milk into the cup to your preference, then get a shot of espresso from the coffee machine and top the cup with the shot. Mix well, take a sip, and enjoy the pas de deux between the sweet notes of banana and rich flavors of coffee.

| Three Favorites

When it comes to convenience store food in Korea, this trio has remained an enduring classic: Gamdongran egg, a soft-boiled egg with a perfectly tender texture; Banana Flavored Milk, Korea’s favorite flavored milk product for the last 50 years; and Viyott, a combination of yogurt and breakfast cereal. The fame of these products has also reached many international visitors as well, serving as souvenirs for many to remember their trip to Korea.

| Omori Kimchi Jjigae Ramyeon

Ever wondered what kimchi jjigae (kimchi stew) tastes like? You can sample this classic dish with a cup ramyeon. Omori Kimchi Jjigae Ramyeon contains the deep and savory flavors of kimchi jjigae, one of the favorite dishes among Koreans. Just pour boiling water, wait for 4 minutes, and enjoy hot and spicy kimchi jjigae just like you would find at a Korean table. There’s real kimchi in the soup, creating more textures. Moreover, the chewy noodles go perfectly well with the spicy soup.

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* This page was last updated in July 2024, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here. We advise you to check details before visiting.