Leesungdang (이성당)

Explanation

Leesungdang, established in 1945, is the oldest bakery in Korea, renowned for its popular yachaeppang (vegetable bun) and danpatppang (bun with sweet red bean filling). Danpatppang is made with rice flour and generously filled with sweet red bean paste. Yachaeppang features a chewy texture with a variety of vegetables inside. It is also famous as one of the representative tourist attractions in Gunsan.

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This bakery, with its rich history and popularity among Koreans, has been featured in several variety shows, including "Two Days and One Night," "Infinite Challenge," "Home Alone," and "Night Goblin."

Inquiry

이성당 +82-63-445-2772

Homepage

leesungdang1945.com

Information Use

Representative menu : Danpatppang (Bun with sweet red bean filling)

Contact and Information : +82-63-445-2772

Business hours : 08:00-21:30 (Sat, Sun until 22:00)

Parking facilities : available

Day off : Irregular closures one or two times a month

Handling menu : Patbingsu (Shaved ice with red beans), Coffee, Ade

Location

177 Jungang-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

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