There was no way we couldn't talk about all the GS25's in Korea! No matter where you go, from the fashion streets of 서울 to the beaches of 부산, you'll find these bad boys everywhere. So, what exactly is a GS25?
GS25's are like the 7/11's here in the States. They are a convenience store providing small products that you can pick up when you're in a rush, or if you just need small things. From silverware to the actual food, you can find a lot in these tiny stores. Best part, they have enough variety in the foods that you don't have to worry about getting tired of the same thing!
You can find a lot of different types of 라면 [ramen] here. If I could make a suggestion: if you love spicy food, like me, 신라면 [Shin Ramen] is your perfect match! But don't worry if you don't, there are other types to try there too! If you're ever in the mood for 라면 and don't want to go home either, don't worry, GS25 has the solution too. They have a small breakfast bar somewhere in the store! (Breakfast bars are located differently in each store). They have microwaves for food and a water filter that provides hot water for your 라면~ Isn't that convenient! |
And if you're on the run, no time to sit down and eat a pre-made meal, then 김밥 [kimbap] is your go-to-meal! 김밥 for those who don't know is rice with some sort of filling (tuna, pork, vegetables, whatever!) wrapped around seaweed. Some of them are triangle shaped and some are in rolls, but no matter what they're always good! And always cheap~ |
Now, we want everyone to know that with this next item, PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE! It's exactly what you think it is too. 소주 [soju]. Yup, you can even buy 소주 at GS25's. The worst/best part about that is that they're only about 1,500 Won to get [approximately $1.50]. It's not the only beverage they sell, but if you're looking for a cheap way to drink and hang out with friends, this would be it! It might seem weird, buying 소주 at a GS25, but its actually very common. A lot of stores even have a seating area outside so that people can sit and drink! We usually call it the 아저씨 [ahjussi] spot because you'll see a lot of middle-aged men sitting together drinking there. So, just like the 아저씨's, get a group a friends, some 소주, and talk about your day right outside the GS25.
Like every convenience store, they have what you're looking for when you just want to be in and out. It's one of the best places to go too. So, where exactly can you find a GS25? Literally, everywhere. You can walk about 3 blocks and find one at the corner. There are even more than 3 in a mile radius. There are SO many of them. The craziest part? They all get a ridiculous amount of business, even though there are others 3 blocks away.
But it doesn't matter; we love how many there are! In fact there should be more! Either way, when you go to Korea be sure you stop by one and check it out!
Like every convenience store, they have what you're looking for when you just want to be in and out. It's one of the best places to go too. So, where exactly can you find a GS25? Literally, everywhere. You can walk about 3 blocks and find one at the corner. There are even more than 3 in a mile radius. There are SO many of them. The craziest part? They all get a ridiculous amount of business, even though there are others 3 blocks away.
But it doesn't matter; we love how many there are! In fact there should be more! Either way, when you go to Korea be sure you stop by one and check it out!