Dunkin' Busan Station

While Busan is renowned for its traditional seed hotteok, we were pleasantly surprised to find a playful take on this local favorite at Dunkin' Donuts. Their Busan Edition donut came generously topped with a hearty mix of seeds, think sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, and crushed peanuts, all drizzled with a sticky syrup reminiscent of the hotteok’s signature filling.

The donut retained Dunkin’s signature mochi-like chew, contrasting the nutty crunch on top with a delightful texture. It's an interesting blend of modern and local, comfortingly familiar yet unique to Busan. Definitely a fun and satisfying bite for anyone curious to try a fusion twist on a street snack staple.

Busan Edition

We also picked up another donut that leaned more towards the classic side, coated in a glossy layer of chocolate and topped with cheerful rainbow sprinkles. It looked pretty mainstream, but sometimes simplicity hits the spot. The donut was soft and fluffy, and the chocolate added that familiar richness we all love. While it didn’t have the local twist like the Busan Edition, it was still a fun and satisfying pick-me-up that brought a smile with every bite.

Usual

I’m not usually a fan of donuts, especially since they tend to be on the sweeter side for me, what with the sugar glaze and all. But since this shop was right along my usual walk back to the accommodation, and I couldn’t exactly avoid passing by it, I gave in and decided to give it a try. Even if it’s not something I would typically go for, it was still worth a bite out of curiosity.

Dunkin' Busan Station
Location: 1187-21 Choryang-dong, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea