Konkuk Univ. bakery at 11am for red bean butter bread: Stack Bakery

If you've been looking for a bakery near Konkuk Univ. Station, this post might make the decision a little easier. Stack Bakery is a bakery café that makes its own croissants and French-style pastries. I read that they knead and bake from the early morning every day, got curious about the freshness, and went to see for myself. The moment I walked in, the soft smell of freshly baked bread was in the air, and my expectations went up right away.

Where is Stack Bakery near Konkuk Univ. Station, and what about parking?

The address is 5 1 Ttukseom-ro 31-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, on the 2nd floor. It isn't far from Konkuk Univ. Station, so walking was fine, and it's not far toward Ttukseom Hangang Park either.

The shop is on the 2nd floor, so it's easy to walk right past if you only look at the ground-floor signs. If it's your first visit, I'd suggest checking the building's exterior beforehand and then heading up.

There isn't much dedicated parking nearby, so public transport seemed more convenient.

The staff were kind and helpful, so even on my first visit I could look around comfortably. Searching for Stack Bakery's official account brings it up right away, which was handy for checking news about new items.

Stack Bakery atmosphere and seating

There are quite a few bakery cafés around Konkuk Univ., but what felt special about Stack Bakery is that they handle everything from kneading the dough to baking it themselves.

Inside is a quiet 2nd-floor space, a nice mood for a cup of coffee. The window seats get good natural light too.

Wooden furniture and calm lighting add a cozy feel, so staying a long time didn't feel like too much.

The seats are spaced out comfortably, so sitting for a long time wasn't uncomfortable, and it was relatively quiet during weekday daytime. There aren't a huge number of seats, though, so if you're coming with a big group, I'd leave some extra time.

What time does the freshly baked bread come out?

The shop says the time when lots of fresh bread comes out is around 11am. I visited then, and a wide variety was on display.

I heard there can be a wait on weekends, so if you want to enjoy it at a relaxed pace, I'd recommend a weekday morning.

How do the bread and drinks at Stack Bakery taste?

I'd recommend checking the opening hours on the shop's account before you go.

What I ate that day was the pastry loaf bread, red bean butter bread (ang-butter), olive pastry and salt bread, and I ordered milk tea and hibiscus tea to go with them.

Pastry loaf bread, red bean butter bread, olive pastry and salt bread

The pastry loaf bread was crisp outside with the layers still alive inside, and the butter flavor came through richly. It's good as is, and I think it would be even better lightly warmed.

The red bean butter bread wasn't overly sweet in its red bean paste, so it balanced well with the butter. The flavor of the bread itself came through too.

The olive pastry had a gentle, salty olive aroma, and I thought it would suit anyone who likes a sweet-and-salty combo.

The salt bread had salt crystals on the surface that gave a nice crunch, so it wasn't bland or boring. A mild butter flavor lingered too.

Milk tea and hibiscus tea

The milk tea had a strong black tea aroma, and the hibiscus tea had a tart sourness that worked well as a palate cleanser. Neither was too sweet.

Croissants are known as Stack Bakery's signature item. I couldn't try one this time, but I really want to next visit.

Stack Bakery prices and gift packaging

Bread ranged from ₩3,000 to ₩6,000-range each and drinks were in the low ₩6,000s, so it wasn't too pricey. I think it suits people who want bread and coffee together. The huge variety of breads, which makes choosing a dilemma every time, is part of this shop's charm too.

The packaging was neat, so it seemed good for gifts. I was told there's a separate box packaging option. It would make a nice gift for friends or family, and I thought I'd like to buy several packages next time.

If you've been looking for a bakery café near Konkuk Univ., Stack Bakery is worth a visit. I'd confidently recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy fresh bread at a relaxed pace.