Samjin Amook Main Store

Busan

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Samjin Amook Main Store

Fishcakes enjoy a long tradition in Busan, and Samjin Amook is Busan's oldest operating fishcake factory. Its main outlet is a fishcake bakery that features an observable production line, a store where multiple varieties of fishcake are on sale at surprisingly low prices, and even a museum in the top floor. There is a cafe of sorts across from the store, where your "catch" can be cooked into a full noodle dish. Fresh cakes sell out quick, so arrive early for best assortment. There are several smaller outlets across Busan, Including one in the central station.

Useful Information

Address: 36, Taejong-ro 99beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
Phone: +82 51 412 5468
Opening House: www.samjinfood.com
Opening House: Daily 9am–8pm

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