# Riverview café near Hopo Station, Yangsan: Choi Main Branch - By Seorin (https://superchart.com/en/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Cafés › Yangsan, Gyeongnam - Sponsored: This post was written after a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/index.md) ## In short Choi Main Branch is a large bakery café in Yangsan, Gyeongnam, near Hopo Station on the site of the former Haewoldang. On a weekend drive with family, the writer browsed the garlic bread and green onion salt bread displays downstairs, then enjoyed the signature Choi bread, tiramisu and coffee at the floor-to-ceiling window sofa seats upstairs. Wide parking and an elevator made it stroller-friendly, though it's worth arriving before the weekend peak for the popular window seats. ## Good to know - **Address**: 83 Yangsan-daero, Dong-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea - **Getting there**: 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hopo Station - **Hours**: Daily 09:00–21:50 - **Parking**: Ample parking in front of the store and in the adjacent lot - **Order flow**: Order on the 1st floor, pick up drinks on the 2nd floor; return trays on the 2nd floor too - **Rooftop**: Operated as a no-kids zone - **What we had**: Choi bread, tiramisu, coffee *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* So many of you must be wondering where to take the kids for a weekend drive. I was in the same boat this weekend, looking for somewhere the whole family could relax. When I heard about a café near Hopo Station with a great view of the Nakdong River, I didn't hesitate and just drove straight over. It's the new Choi location that took over the old Haewoldang spot. ![Exterior of Choi Main Branch, a café near Hopo Station in Yangsan](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-01-1v06i-1200.webp) ## Location, parking and hours at Choi Main Branch It's located at 83 Yangsan-daero, Dong-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, so it's really easy to find. It's only a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hopo Station, so it's convenient even by public transport. As soon as we arrived, we were relieved to find plenty of parking — the space in front of the store and the adjacent lot were both generous, so we didn't have to worry at all. It's open every day from 9am to 9:50pm, so the hours are pretty relaxed too. This is Choi, a Blue Ribbon-listed café near Yangsan and Busan, at Hopo. ![Entrance to Choi Main Branch with the Blue Ribbon sign](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-02-pck0v-966.webp) ## The 1st-floor bakery cases: what's on offer As soon as we opened the door on the 1st floor, the smell of fresh bread welcomed us. The display cases were split into three sections, which made it easy to browse slowly. ![Bread display case on the 1st floor of Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-03-1ogce-966.webp) From garlic bread to green onion salt bread and sandwiches, the variety was really impressive. True to its reputation as a well-known Yangsan café, they clearly didn't skimp on ingredients. ![Display case with garlic bread and green onion salt bread](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-04-19usb-966.webp) There's also a neat self-service packing station upstairs on the 2nd floor for any leftover bread you want to take home. ![Self-service packing station on the 2nd floor](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-05-1e37u-966.webp) ![Corner with self-packing supplies ready for use](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-06-xzs9c-966.webp) ![Overall view of the bakery corner at Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-07-1dy2d-966.webp) The bread was laid out so beautifully and in such variety, you'd think this was a proper standalone bakery. ![Showcase filled with a variety of breads at Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-08-rkvfs-966.webp) ![Long horizontal bread display case](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-09-mh7t6-966.webp) ![Sandwiches and bread displayed together](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-10-1g4l6-966.webp) ![Bread display corner at Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-11-ea6yj-966.webp) It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call this place a bread paradise — the variety is that good. This is Choi, the Blue Ribbon café near Busan's Hopo area. ![Interior atmosphere of Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-12-1jwzg-966.webp) ![Indoor space at Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-13-nf7zw-966.webp) ![Interior view of Choi Main Branch, a café near Busan](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-14-najep-m-966.webp) ![Interior space at Choi Main Branch, a popular weekend outing spot](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-15-1ttsn-966.webp) If you're looking for a nice-atmosphere café near Busan for a weekend outing, this is the place. ## 2nd-floor window seats with a full Nakdong River view We picked out our bread and headed up to the 2nd floor, and I was honestly stunned by the view. Every wall is a huge floor-to-ceiling window, so the Nakdong River is fully visible at a glance. ![Nakdong River view through the 2nd-floor floor-to-ceiling windows](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-16-hij35-966.webp) ![River-view windows on the 2nd floor of Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-17-1dy86-966.webp) You order drinks on the 1st floor and pick them up on the 2nd floor. ![Drink pickup area on the 2nd floor](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-18-1j4q3-966.webp) ![Seating on the 2nd floor of Choi Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-19-8ym1k-966.webp) The sofa seats were soft and roomy, so they were comfortable to sit in for a long time. The rooftop, run as a no-kids zone, was perfect for catching a cool breeze. It's rare to find a café near Hopo this good for enjoying some quality family downtime. ![Cushioned sofa seats by the window](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-20-22mxy-966.webp) ![Rooftop space operated as a no-kids zone](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-21-ruxen-966.webp) ## Tasting the signature Choi bread, tiramisu and coffee We tried the signature Choi bread along with tiramisu and coffee. The Choi bread was filled with soft cream along with bits of chestnut and red bean, and it was genuinely delicious. ![Signature Choi bread, tiramisu and coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-22-1li2v-966.webp) The coffee had a strong aroma too, which paired wonderfully with the sweet bread. Being able to pick up and return drinks right there on the 2nd floor was convenient. And watching the sunset in person, I'd honestly call this a sunset destination. ## Visiting tips from personal experience - ✅ Plenty of parking available - ✅ Elevator makes it easy to bring a stroller - ✅ Hearty, fresh meal-replacement salads - ✅ A gorgeous sunset view at dusk During weekend peak hours, the popular window seats fill up fast. If you want to fully enjoy that gorgeous river view, I'd recommend going a bit earlier. ![Window seat with a view of the Nakdong River at sunset](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-23-bqypg-966.webp) ![River view at Choi Main Branch during sunset hours](https://img.superchart.com/images/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe-24-t2vx7-966.webp) If you're looking for a café near Hopo where you can enjoy an open river view and great bread all at once, I'd highly recommend Choi. Take the family for a nice drive and enjoy the day. How about visiting Choi this weekend for a bit of a mood reset? ## Where it is - Choi Main Branch (초이 본점) - 83 Yangsan-daero, Dong-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea - 경상남도 양산시 동면 양산대로 83 초이 - 35.2829313, 129.0162942 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B4%88%EC%9D%B4%20%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@35.2829313,129.0162942,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gyeongbuk-cupboard/choi-hopo-riverview-family-weekend-cafe/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt