Sokcho bakery open on Chuseok holiday: potato bread parents loved

Let me introduce a local favorite you should definitely stop by on a Sokcho trip: Sokcho Bultan Gamja Bread Main Store. The name alone is intriguing enough to make you curious, and once I visited in person, I understood why it's known as one of Sokcho's dessert hotspots.

Location and the Mount Seorak view

Sokcho Bultan Gamja Bread Main Store is located at 34-20 Haksapyeong-gil, 1st floor, Sokcho, Gangwon. It's a little outside the main downtown area, but that actually made for a more relaxed atmosphere. One of the biggest perks here is that you can see Mount Seorak clearly from the store. Eating potato bread while taking in the mountain view through the window made this feel like more than just a bakery stop — it became a real healing moment on the trip.

Parking is spacious and free

Parking can be a real headache when visiting restaurants around downtown Sokcho, but this place has a spacious free lot, which made things really convenient. It's a great stop even for group visits, so it works well as part of a family trip or a road trip with friends without any parking stress.

Hours and Chuseok holiday operation

I'd recommend checking the hours before you go, since they vary a bit by day.

• Sunday–Thursday: 09:00–18:00
• Friday (Chuseok): 09:00–17:00
• Saturday (Chuseok holiday): 09:00–17:00
• Closed on October 2

I'd heard it stays open through the holiday season, and it was great news to find a local spot you can actually visit during the holidays. Worth keeping in mind when planning a Sokcho trip. They also sell oranda (a crispy snack) and drinks.

Store amenities

Takeout is available, so it was easy to buy bread and take it along to other sightseeing spots, and group visits are welcome too, so it works even with several people. They also offer wifi and separate men's and women's restrooms, which gave a nice impression of attention to cleanliness. Details like these are what make me want to come back.

Squid-ink potato bread and jjondeugi

A secret recipe.

I really love potatoes. They're packed with nutrients too, and pairing them with squid ink makes for an even better snack!! The squid ink is what turns it black.

I packed some Bultan Gamja Bread jjondeugi to take home~! A great thing to bring back as a Sokcho snack.

Sokcho's snack, Bultan Gamja Bread — good for a snack or as a gift.

They also run an online shop, so you can call ahead or check product info through the online store — worth keeping in mind before you visit.

Tasting the potato bread and jjondeugi at home

I tried them once I got home. The bread was soft and so delicious. The jjondeugi, sweet as ever, surprisingly tasted like squid. It was fun unwrapping and eating each piece one by one.

My parents loved it too. If you go to Sokcho, it's good to bring back as a gift — both the price and the taste hold up well.

I unwrapped one while watching a movie~~

Why I'd want to stop by again

Sokcho Bultan Gamja Bread Main Store felt like more than just a dessert spot — it was a kind of healing space with the Mount Seorak view. The spacious free parking makes it easy to access, and since it's a local favorite that stays open even during holidays, I'd definitely want to add it to a Sokcho food itinerary. If you're looking for a great dessert spot in Sokcho, this one is worth a visit. I think I'll remember it as a place to stop by again on my next trip to Sokcho.