Experience Traditional Korean Rice Cakes at 떡함지 잠실본점 (Dduckhamji Jamsil Branch)
For visitors exploring 잠실 (Jamsil), 떡함지 잠실본점 offers a refined taste of traditional Korean rice cakes (떡) and sweets (한과). Known especially for its mugwort rice cakes (쑥인절미), this bakery blends rich, natural flavors with a chewy, satisfying texture that many locals and travelers appreciate.
떡함지 is often described as a place where quality and authenticity meet. The signature 쑥인절미 stands out for its strong, natural mugwort aroma derived from freshly harvested 해풍쑥 (sea breeze mugwort) rather than powder or artificial flavoring. This gives the rice cakes a deep green color and a fresh, earthy taste that fills the mouth pleasantly without being overly sweet.
Many visitors mention the chewy texture and balanced flavor of the rice cakes, which are made daily with premium domestic glutinous rice and natural ingredients including 천일염 (sun-dried salt). The rice cakes are individually wrapped, making them convenient for daily snacks or as a thoughtful gift.
Besides 쑥인절미, 떡함지 잠실본점 offers a variety of traditional rice cakes such as 약밥 (sweet rice with nuts), 찰떡 (glutinous rice cakes), 깨송편 (sesame rice cakes), and 흑미찰떡 (black rice glutinous cakes). These are often praised for their clean, natural taste and well-preserved freshness.
Local sources and reviews frequently highlight the high-end packaging that makes these rice cakes suitable for special occasions like 상견례 (formal meetings between families), 명절 (traditional holidays), and other gift-giving moments. The bakery also supports nationwide delivery, ensuring freshness by shipping products made on the same day.
Storage tips are commonly shared: keep only what you plan to eat within the day at room temperature, and freeze the rest to maintain the chewy texture. Reheating in a microwave or even using a waffle iron can revive the delightful texture and enhance the flavor experience.
Recent Local References (as of May 2026)
- Google reviews consistently rate 떡함지 잠실본점 highly (average 4.2/5), with many praising the 쑥인절미’s authentic mugwort flavor and pleasant chewiness.
- Bloggers note the store’s neat, clean and upscale atmosphere in the underground shopping area of 갤러리아팰리스, with well-organized displays and courteous service.
- Multiple sources confirm the bakery’s policy of daily production and same-day sales, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Visitors appreciate the individually wrapped rice cakes and the option for elegant 보자기 (traditional wrapping cloth) packaging, ideal for gifts.
- Some reviews mention a minor variation in texture for certain rice cakes, but most find the products consistently satisfying.
Location & How to Access
떡함지 잠실본점 is located at 서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 212 갤러리아팰리스 지하 104호, in the basement level 1 of Galleria Palace shopping arcade near 잠실역 (Jamsil Station).
From 잠실역 Exit 4, it is about a 500-meter walk. Enter through the arcade near Seven Eleven and use the escalator down to the basement floor where the store is situated. Parking is available in the Galleria Palace underground lot, accessible via Gate 3.
The store operates daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and offers nationwide delivery. Phone orders can be made at 0507-1372-6323.
Note: Please verify operating hours and product availability before visiting, especially during holidays.
