Department store bakery in Goyang: 2 sandwiches to go, Boulangerie Tan

That warm, nutty bread smell always gets me excited no matter how many times I catch it. Today I stopped by Boulangerie Tan, Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch — a must-visit stop on the Ilsan bakery circuit and one of the go-to bakeries near KINTEX! This place is famous for its French naturally-leavened baguettes and inventive sandwiches, so no bread lover could just walk past it.

Where is Boulangerie Tan in Hyundai Department Store KINTEX, and what are the hours?

• 📍 Address: B1 food hall, Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch, 817 Hosu-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang, Gyeonggi, South Korea
• ⏰ Hours: Mon–Thu 10:30–20:00 / Fri–Sun 10:30–20:30 (closed on department store closing days)
• 🚫 Regular closing days: same as Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch
• 🚗 Parking: underground and above-ground parking at the department store (free validation based on purchase amount)
• ⚠️ Visit tip: the same-day baguette sandwich lineup can sell out early, so an early visit is recommended

What the bakery showcase looks like in the B1 food hall

The moment I stepped into the basement food hall of Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch, the buttery aroma of freshly baked bread hit me in the best way. The showcase was lined neatly with golden-brown baguettes, various salt breads, cornet pies, and dessert breads that all caught my eye. Watching staff busily assembling sandwiches in the open kitchen gave me real confidence in the freshness and hygiene here.

The three things I ordered at Boulangerie Tan

After carefully browsing the store's bestsellers, I ordered the famous signature carrot rapé chicken sandwich, the sun-dried tomato sandwich with its Mediterranean flair, and a milk cream salt bread for a sweet finish, all to go. You can also eat them right at the food hall tables, but the neat individual packaging made them perfect for a picnic or snack on the go.

Carrot rapé chicken sandwich, 7,900 won

First up was this bakery's overwhelmingly popular carrot rapé chicken sandwich. Between the crisply baked baguette halves was a generous stuffing of tangy pickled carrot rapé and tender chicken breast. It was hefty enough to feel substantial in one hand, and the look of it alone was mouthwatering.

The moment I bit in, there was that satisfying crackle of the naturally-leavened baguette, followed by a chewy texture filling my mouth. The bright, crunchy freshness of the carrot rapé balanced beautifully with the mild, tender chicken breast. A subtle hit of whole grain mustard and house sauce tied everything together, and I finished it cleanly to the last bite without ever getting tired of it.

Sun-dried tomato sandwich, 7,900 won

Next was the sun-dried tomato sandwich, and one bite felt like stepping into the deep, rich flavors of the Mediterranean. The sweet-tart concentrated flavor of the sun-dried tomatoes, the salty ham, and the nutty cheese all burst together deliciously in my mouth. Fresh vegetables and a fragrant hint of olive oil rounded it out — I thought this would pair perfectly with wine or as part of a brunch spread.

Milk cream salt bread, 4,200 won

For dessert, I enjoyed the milk cream salt bread, packed full of white cream. Inside the golden-brown, deeply buttery salt bread was a generous, almost overflowing amount of 100% dairy fresh cream. The salty crystals on the outside of the salt bread against the smooth, melt-in-your-mouth sweet milk cream made for a truly heavenly sweet-and-salty combination.

Fresh and crunchy carrot rapé chicken sandwich ➔ savory umami sun-dried tomato sandwich ➔ sweet-and-salty milk cream salt bread

Prices, takeaway packaging and parking at Boulangerie Tan

• Carrot rapé chicken sandwich: ₩7,900 (signature sandwich with crunchy carrot rapé and tender chicken breast)
• Sun-dried tomato sandwich: ₩7,900 (sweet-tart dried tomato balanced with cheese and ham)
• Milk cream salt bread: ₩4,200 (sweet-salty dessert loaded with rich dairy cream)
• Packaging and storage: individually wrapped in parchment paper plus sandwich-specific cases
• Parking: free parking registration available at Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch's underground and above-ground lots (validated by purchase receipt)

Being inside a department store, parking was spacious and convenient, which made visiting completely stress-free. Parking validation was generous based on my purchase amount, so I could take my time shopping for bread. The staff were friendly and quick, and the careful packaging kept that little thrill going all the way home.

With two sandwiches showcasing the flavor of authentic French baguette and a soft, sweet-salty milk cream salt bread, every item at this bakery impressed me. If you're looking for great bread or a brunch sandwich near Ilsan or KINTEX, be sure to stop by Boulangerie Tan, Hyundai Department Store KINTEX branch — one of the top bakeries near KINTEX!