Dogok-dong pie shop, kabocha & pecan for two: Hodu Kkakki Brothers

An honest review of Hodu Kkakki Brothers near Yangjae Station in Dogok-dong (photos taken 2026.06.05; text and photos by Kkulmeong)

Today I'm introducing Hodu Kkakki Brothers (호두까끼형제), known by word of mouth for its not-too-sweet handmade pies. There are plenty of dessert shops around Yangjae Station, but few that specialize in handmade pies piled with nuts. If you're looking for a dessert to go with coffee, or a snack to give as a gift, Hodu Kkakki Brothers is a decent choice. Shall we take a look together?

What kind of place is Hodu Kkakki Brothers near Yangjae Station?

A fairytale-like exterior with a red door

Hodu Kkakki Brothers is a handmade pie shop in a Dogok-dong alley that stands out from afar with its red door and cute decorations. Walking down the alley, you spot that red door first. It was my first visit, and it felt like a shop from a storybook. It's not a big place, but it definitely has presence.

Is there a place to sit? A takeout and delivery shop

Hodu Kkakki Brothers runs mainly on takeout and delivery, so there are no seats inside. You open the door and walk straight into the ordering area, and I got my pies quickly after ordering.

Pie types at Hodu Kkakki Brothers and how to choose

The walnut pies at Hodu Kkakki Brothers are priced a little differently by type. If you know exactly which pie you like, ordering it as a set seems best, and if you want a bit of everything, you can bundle several together. For a first visit, though, I think it's good to try several flavors at once!

The display case had many kinds of pie. Besides walnut and pecan, there were kabocha, matcha and cream pies, so first-timers may struggle to choose.

Can you buy it by the slice?

You can buy the pies by the whole pie or by the slice, so grabbing just one or two slices is fine too. The price is marked on each set, so check it before you choose.

By the way, the shop is certified as a pest-controlled managed space.

Handmade pies without refined sugar: good as a gift?

My girlfriend picked Hodu Kkakki Brothers because it's a handmade pie shop that uses no refined sugar and aims for a healthy sweetness.

The packaging is quite stylish too, and so is the pamphlet that comes with it, so it's definitely a great pick for gifts.

As a pie specialist, Hodu Kkakki Brothers is very generous with nuts. It's not just a topping layer; even a single slice gave plenty of nutty richness. And since it's not sweet and tastes wholesome, it suited both my girlfriend and me perfectly.

How to store the pies and eat them at their best

The best way to eat them is printed on the Hodu Kkakki Brothers box. It said to keep them chilled and eat them cold, so that's how we enjoyed them over 2 days.

How do the kabocha pie, pecan pie and milk cream walnut pie taste?

The kabocha pie had a stronger flavor of the squash itself than I expected. It was less about sweetness and more the nutty richness kabocha has, so it was an easy dessert to eat without feeling heavy.

The pecan pie was topped with plenty of pecans, so the nutty flavor was strong. The crunchy texture and soft filling worked well together, and it paired nicely with an Americano.

The milk cream walnut pie had a rich milk cream cheese taste that made me keep closing my eyes to savor it. ^^

Is Hodu Kkakki Brothers near Yangjae Station worth visiting?

Hodu Kkakki Brothers is a café-style shop near Yangjae Station where you can try a variety of handmade pies. Its hallmarks are a taste that isn't overly sweet and generous nut toppings, and it works well as a gift dessert too. If you like pie and are looking for a place near Yangjae Station worth visiting at least once, I recommend it.