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Some of the best food in Seoul costs a few thousand won and is eaten standing up. Street food in Korea runs from market stalls that have been frying the same pancake for decades to winter carts that only appear when the temperature drops. Knowing what to order, and where it is cheaper, makes a real difference to both your trip and your budget. This guide lists the snacks worth trying, the markets and streets to find them, the ones that only appear in the cold months (which start in November), and a few habits that keep you from paying tourist prices. Checked in October 2026 . Where to go • Gwangjang Market (Jongno 5-ga Station): the classic, for mung bean pancakes, gimbap and noodles • Mangwon Market (Mangwon Station): a local market near Hongdae with cheap fried chicken and snacks • Myeongdong : the most carts, the highest prices • Any subway exit in winter : fish-shaped bungeoppang, egg bread and roasted sweet potatoes The 15 things to try Savoury Tteokbokki — chewy r...