Wondering what to grab at Korean convenience stores during your trip? 📌
Here’s a roundup of the most popular products sold at CU, GS25, and 7-Eleven in early 2025! This list is perfect for Gen Z and travelers alike—with notes on Halal status and Indonesian alternatives. 🛍️✨
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Wondering what to grab at Korean convenience stores during your trip? 📌🥇 1. Samyang Buldak Bokkeummyeon Series🥈 2. CU Black Sugar Mochi Ice Cream🥉 3. GS25 Mini Hotteok (Microwave)🔥 4. Maxwell House Mix Coffee / KANU Mini Black🍙 5. Onigiri (Nasi Segitiga) – Tuna Mayo / Bulgogi Sapi🍞 6. Roti Isi Krim Eksklusif Minimarket🧃 7. Minuman Ion & Jelly Buah (Anggur, Yuzu, Persik)🎯 Hello Korea's Take
🥇 1. Samyang Buldak Bokkeummyeon Series
- Why it’s popular: Legendary among spice lovers. Both cup and packet versions are huge hits.
- Halal Status Export versions with Halal certification are available (sold in Indonesia too)
- Indonesian AlternativeSamyang Halal Buldak (available via Tokopedia, Shopee, etc.)
🥈 2. CU Black Sugar Mochi Ice Cream
- Why it’s popular: Chewy rice cake on the outside, filled with black sugar syrup and creamy milk ice cream.
- Halal Status Some versions are gelatin-free (check product labels)
- Indonesian Alternative: Wall’s Mochi Ice Cream (Halal certified)
🥉 3. GS25 Mini Hotteok (Microwave)
- Why it’s popular: Warm, gooey Korean pancakes ready in just 30 seconds! Filled with brown sugar and nuts.
- Halal Status Most use plant-based oils, not lard
- Indonesian AlternativeHalal-certified Korean hotteok mix (available at Lotte Mart Indonesia)
🔥 4. Maxwell House Mix Coffee / KANU Mini Black
- Why it’s popular: Just add hot water—barista-level coffee in travel-friendly packets.
- Halal Status Most are free of animal-based ingredients; some versions sold in Indonesia are Halal certified
- Indonesian AlternativeTorabika 3-in-1, Nescafé Indonesia
🍙 5. Triangle Gimbap – Tuna Mayo / Beef Bulgogi
- Why it’s popular: Cheap, filling, and satisfying. 30 seconds in the microwave = fresh rice feel!
- Halal Status Tuna mayo is usually safe, but check mayo ingredients for alcohol or animal-based content
- Indonesian Alternative: Halal onigiri/gimbap (available at K-Food Mart Jakarta and other locations)
🍞 6. Convenience Store Cream Breads
(e.g. Macaron Sandwich, Fresh Cream Croissant)
- Why it’s popular: Soft bread + sweet cream—perfect as a grab-and-go breakfast
- Halal Status Check brand labels—some may contain butter or animal fat
- Indonesian Alternative: Roti’O, BreadTalk Indonesia
🧃 7. Ion Drinks & Fruit Jelly (Grape, Yuzu, Peach, etc.)
- Why it’s popular: Refreshing fruity flavors + Vitamin C—great for hydration during your trip
- Halal Status Most drinks are plant-based; check jelly products for gelatin
- Indonesian Alternative: Pocari Sweat, Yupi Fruit Jelly (Halal certified)
🎯 Hello Korea's Take
Korean convenience stores aren’t just for snacks—they’re little treasure boxes full of joy! This list focuses on items that are tasty, popular, and safer for Muslim travelers to enjoy. So when you're in Korea, try a few of these—you might find a new favorite!
📌 Up next:
“Top 5 Korean Convenience Store Food Combos You Need to Try!” 😋
