Ever wondered what your favorite idols love to eat? While K-pop idols follow a strict diet plan, they are also often spotted snacking during live streams, backstage, or at the airport. From sweet treats to spicy noodles, here are 25 snacks that K-pop stars love. Bonus: We have even shared where you can find and purchase these delicious offerings.
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🧡 The Ultimate Idol-Approved Snack List
| K-Pop Approved Snacks | Seen With Which Idols |
| 1. Vita500 | BTS and TWICE |
| 2. Binggrae Banana Milk | Multiply seen with idols at airports. |
| 3. Banana Kick | Jennie from BLACKPINK and Jungkook from BTS |
| 4. Buldak Ramen | EXO Chanyeol, Stray Kids |
| 5. Honey Butter Chips | BTS, NCT Dream’s Renjun |
| 6. Turtle Chips | BTS Jungkook, Seventeen’s Seungkwan |
| 7. Choco Song-i | AESPA’s Giselle, idols seen having it as part of snack games or penalties. |
| 8. Yogurt Gummy | ENHYPEN members |
| 9. Goraebap (Whale Snack) | New Jeans’ Hanni |
| 10. Spicy Tteokbokki Chips (Jaws Tteokbokki) | Pentagon’s Yuto, Seventeen’s Joshua |
| 11. TongTong Jelly | LE SSERAFIM |
| 12. Pepero | BTS V, idols seen having it as snack games or penalties |
| 13. Ppushu Ppushu | TWICE’s Nayeon, Jeon Somi |
| 14. Saeukkang (Shrimp Crackers) | ATEEZ’s Wooyoung and Mingi |
| 15. Homerun Ball | BTS Jimin and Jungkook |
| 16. Milkis | NCT |
| 17. Melona Ice Cream Ball | Frequently seen in behind-the-scenes vlogs and idol reality shows. |
| 18. Pocari Sweat | ILLIT, TWICE |
| 19. MongShell | Famous among many idols. |
| 20. Butter Ring Cookies | Often seen among K-pop stars. |
| 21. Peanut Squid Balls (Ojingeo Ttangkong) | Often spotted in idol managers’ bags or backstage snack baskets. |
| 22. Triangle Kimbap (Tuna/Bulgog) | Famous among second and third generation idols. |
| 23. Paldo Bibim Noodles | Frequently seen in idols’ casual vlogs. |
| 24. Rolled Omelet Lunchbox (Gyeran Mari Dosirak) | Frequently seen in idols’ casual vlogs. |
| 25. Honey Twists | BTS |
🍭 25 Korean Snacks Loved by K-pop Idols + Where To Find Them
비타500 Vita500
- Price Range: $0.99
- Where to Buy Them: Find them at any convenience store.
We start our list with the ultimate idol energy booster. Vita500 is a go-to vitamin drink among idols. It is rich in Vitamin C, which supports the immune system. The drink also includes B vitamins for energy production. Expect a refreshing, tangy, and iconic taste that will keep you coming back for more.
바나나우유 Binggrae Banana Milk
- Price Range: $5.99 for a pack of 6
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores, local and national retailers
Snacking doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Take Binggrae Banana Milk as an example. This cute yellow bottle is a classic Korean sweet drink and a healthy Korean snack often seen among K-pop idols. Anyone who prefers milk and bananas will enjoy trying this beloved drink. Expect a smooth, creamy, and refreshing taste.
바나나킥 Banana Kick
- Price Range: $1.59
- Where To Buy Them: Korean grocery stores, K Market
Go bananas over Banana Kick. This banana-flavored puffed snack has been in K-market since 1978 and is popular among people of all ages. It gained prominence among global K-pop fans, primarily Blinks, when BLACKPINK’s Jennie shared the crispy snack as her favorite on the Jennifer Hudson Show.
Expect a light corn-based, banana-shaped puff with a crispy texture and banana flavor.
불닭볶음면 Buldak Ramen
- Price Range: $3.39 – $7.99
- Where To Buy Them: 7-Eleven, supermarkets, online retailers, any convenience store.
Have you tried the viral Fire Noodle Challenge yet? Many content creators have attempted the challenge and shared it on YouTube and various social media platforms. Buldak ramen is the ramen brand often used in these challenges. This infamous ramen is super spicy and will leave you in tears. Even a foodie with a high spice level might have trouble completing a bowl of savory, sweet, and spicy Buldak ramen. Try all available rose, cheese, and yakisoba flavors.
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허니버터칩 Honey Butter Chips
Enough of the regular potato chips; how about trying something unique? Honey Butter Chips bring a unique twist to traditional potato chips. Inspired by Korean flavors, they are sweet and buttery with a salty undertone. The hint of honey further contributes to the chips’ charm. Be mindful it’s not a salty chip and might be too sweet for some.
꼬북칩 Turtle Chips
- Price Range: $2.99
- Where To Buy Them: H Mart, Bokksu Market, grocery stores
When I first heard about Turtle chips, my first question was whether they contain turtles. Thank god, they don’t. These crunchy Korean chips have a unique four-layered shape, resembling that of a turtle shell. The layered surface creates a distinct crispiness and distributes flavor evenly across the chip. Turtle Chips are available in choco and corn syrup flavors. They can be addictively sweet or savory, depending on the flavor you bought.
초코송이 Choco Song-i
- Price Range: $11.33 for a pack of 10
- Where To Buy Them: Supermarkets, convenience stores, online retailers
Choco Song-i or Choco Songyi often brings a sense of nostalgia among Koreans. This classic childhood snack has been in the market since 1984 and is a go-to option for those with a sweet tooth. It features a biscuit stick with a mushroom-shaped chocolate cap.
Usually seen in K-pop variety shows, this Korean snack has a crunchy, creamy, and sweet taste. It is especially popular among K-pop girl group members.
요구르트 젤리 Yogurt Gummy
Have you ever tried the TikTok-famous Yogurt Gummy? These cute little gummies are often shared in fan communities. They are the best of both worlds: yogurt and gummy. They have a chewy texture that is like a gummy candy and the creamy, tangy flavor found in yogurt. The result is a chewy, sweet, tangy, and creamy drink. You can also find strawberry and peach flavors.
고래밥 Goraebap (Whale-shaped Snack)
- Price Range: €1.45
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores, online retailers
Orion’s Goraebap is a go-to snack among people of all ages. This light, whale-shaped snack has a subtle seaweed flavor, making it among the top snacks to enjoy with beer. It is savory, slightly salty, and baked with a satisfying crunch. New Jeans’ Hanni made this snack go viral after she was seen having it at the airport.
신당동 떡볶이 Spicy Tteokbokki Snack
- Price Range: $4.99
- Where To Buy Them: Grocery stores, convenience stores
Tteokbokki is a thorough comfort food among Korean dishes. Now add Tteokbokki, a crunchy twist on the infamous Korean street food. Its rich, spicy, and savory taste makes it famous among mukbang fans. Expect chewy tteoks (rice cakes) doused in spicy, hot, and a little sweet gochujang-based sauce. Pair this iconic Korean snack with fried fritters or fish cake soup.
통통젤리 Tong Tong Jelly
- Price Range: $1.99 onwards
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores
Not many have heard of Tong Tong Jelly. It was recently featured in an idol YouTube content and has yet to gain more exposure. This bouncy, chewy jelly has a quirky texture. Those who like jellies will enjoy chewing through Tong Tong Jelly’s soft, jiggly texture. It is ideal for those who prefer sweet snacks.
빼빼로 Pepero
- Price Range: €1.55
- Where To Buy Them: 7-Eleven, CU, GS25, any convenience store
The first time I saw Pepero was during a variety show where it was used as a prop for a game. Later, I saw many K-pop idols competing to eat a pepero to its smallest size. It is also used as a penalty game. Recently, Wooyoung and Yunho were seen playing the Pepero game in Inkigayo’s Maejeomgayo show.
Pepero is a slender chocolate-coated stick, also available in other flavors. It also inspired Korea’s version of Valentine’s Day, the Pepero Day. Expect a chocolatey, sweet, and crunchy taste.
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뿌셔뿌셔 Ppushu Ppushu
- Price Range: $1.49
- Where To Buy Them: E-mart, Lotte Mart, CU
You all have likely enjoyed ramen once or twice. But have you ever tried Ppushu Ppushu? This crunchy noodle snack is eaten straight from the bag. That’s right, you don’t need to cook; just crush the noodles and enjoy them.
Crunchy, sweet, and salty, there’s a reason why this K-snack has been in the market since 1999.
새우깡 Saeukkang (Shrimp Crackers)
- Price Range: 1,500 won
- Where To Buy Them: Supermarkets, convenience stores, online retailers
The KPop Demon Hunters is on fire these days. The animated show has promoted several aspects of K-pop, and surprisingly, also boosted the popularity of a classic Korean snack, Saeukkang.
The character Zoey is seen eating these shrimp crackers that have been around since 1971. Expect a savory, salt-grilled, and shrimp-flavored snack. ATINYs must definitely try Saeukkang since ATEEZ’s Wooyoung and Mingi both are known fans of it.
홈런볼 Homerun Ball
- Price Range: $34.95 for a pack of 12
- Where To Buy Them: Grocery and convenience stores
We list Haitai’s no. 1 Korean snack among this list of the 25 Korean snacks loved by K-pop idols. Many artists have frequently mentioned this in “What’s your favorite snack?” interviews. This light chocolate-filled pastry is also loved in fan cafes and Twitter polls. Expect a light, crispy pastry shell with sweet chocolate or other flavored cream fillings. It will leave you with a chocolatey, sweet, slightly salty, and satisfying aftertaste.
밀키스 Milkis
- Price Range: $5.49 for 6 cans
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores, supermarkets
Soda lovers will enjoy trying the refreshing Milkis. This fizzy, milky soda is a unique blend of carbonated sweetness and creamy milk flavor. It’s more like a cross between a yogurt drink and cream soda. It is particularly famous among K-pop fans, thanks to its surprisingly refreshing taste. If you want a novel soft drink experience, give Milkis a try.
메로나 아이스크림 Melona Ice Cream
- Price Range: $9.60 for 8 sticks
- Where To Buy Them: 7-Eleven, CU, GS25
Beat summer heat with a refreshing Melona Ice Cream Ball. It is a must-have during hot days or if you’re traveling to Korea in summer. This renowned Korean ice cream debuted in the K-mart in 1992 and set the record for best-selling product in the domestic ice-cream market only two years later. Try the original honeydew melon flavor that is creamy, sweet, and refreshing, with a gelato-like consistency. Mango and coconut flavors are also available.
포카리 스웨트 Pocari Sweat
- Price Range: $7.99
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores, supermarkets, online retailers
Next, Pocari Sweat is a favorite hydration drink, often backstage. K-pop stylists and idols trust this sports drink to replenish the fluids and ions lost while sweating. It is a go-to drink among K-pop idols after dance practices or concerts. The taste resembles that of Gatorade with a light, sweet, mild, and citrusy flavor. Try this drink after a gym session.
몽쉘 MongShell
- Price Range: €6.99 for a pack of 12
- Where To Buy Them: Korean grocery stores, online retailers
There is no shortage of sweet delicacies when it comes to Korean snacks. Mongshell is a popular Korean cream cake with a soft, spongy texture. Expect a moist texture with rich white cream fillings, topped with a premium chocolate coating. With each bite, you will get a creamy, chocolatey, and slightly sweet taste that will keep you hooked. Think of it as a chocolate pie with a Korean style. Also, IU was the face for Mongshell in 2018.
버터링 Butter Ring Cookies
- Price Range: $2
- Where To Buy Them: Supermarkets, convenience stores
You can never go wrong with cookies. They are a go-to option if you want something to nibble on. That’s why it’s no surprise to see K-pop stars munching on Butter Ring Cookies. This popular fan café treat is a great K-pop-themed gift to give to your K-pop obsessed friend. These buttery and perfectly sweet cookies go well with milk or tea. Enjoy these simple, nostalgic biscuits while watching TV, working, or spending time with your friends and family.
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오징어 땅콩 Peanut Squid Balls (Ojingeo Ttangkong)
- Price Range: $3.99
- Where To Buy Them: Supermarkets, convenience stores
Let’s change your palate a little bit. Introducing Peanut Squid Balls (Ojingeo Ttangkong), a unique Korean snack with well-blended flavors. This K-pop idol-approved snack combines the savory taste of squid and the sweetness of peanuts. The result is a slightly fishy and crunchy cracker with a nutty peanut center. Enjoy Ojingeo Ttangkong as a snack or with a beer.
꿀꽈배기 Honey Twists
- Price Range: $1.5
- Where To Buy Them: At any convenience store and mart
One of the most beloved Korean snacks among K-pop idols is Nongshim Honey Twist Snack, better known in Korea as Kkul Kkwabaegi. Its sweet, crunchy spiral shape makes it irresistible, and it even sparked a playful moment between BTS members V and Jimin, who once jokingly quarreled over a bag during a broadcast. That lighthearted scene turned this classic snack into a fan-favorite symbol of comfort food and K-pop charm, proving that sometimes the simplest treats bring the sweetest memories.
삼각김밥 Triangle Kimbap
- Price Range: $3.50
- Where To Buy Them: 7-Eleven, Family Mart, GS25
You have likely seen Triangle Kimbap in eating videos of idols. This budget-friendly, filling snack is often shown in idols’ training-era or dorm vlogs. It is a simplified portable version of regular kimbap consisting of rice, fillings, and seaweed. It has a distinctive triangular shape and carries a nutty, savory, and well-seasoned flavor. You can finish this snack within a few bites.
팔도 비빔면 Paldo Bibim Noodles
- Price Range: $5.99
- Where To Buy Them: Homeplus, Lotte Mart, CU, 7-Eleven
Noodles are already an ideal snack, but Paldo Bibimmen takes the stage with its sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Paldo has produced this brothless spicy ramyeon since 1984. You can frequently see idols munching them during vlogs. This cold spicy noodle is also perfect in summer. The spicy flavor will leave you sweating and pose a challenge to finish.
편의점 도시락 Convenience Store Lunchbox
- Price Range: $7.99
- Where To Buy Them: Convenience stores in Korea
Have you ever noticed that K-pop idols usually order lunch boxes as an after-practice meal? They also commonly eat out of a lunch box (dosirak) before concerts and recordings. Rolled omelet lunchbox (Gyeran Mari Dosirak) is usually a go-to option among many K-pop stars.
Idol fans even call this the “comfort lunchbox.” It usually has gyeran mari, aka rolled omelets made by rolling several layers of omelets together. The box might also contain rice, kimchi, vegetables, and other side dishes. It is simple, delicious, and filling.
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🛒 Where to Buy These Snacks?
- Convenience Stores: CU, GS25, 7-Eleven, Family Mart (everywhere!)
- Lotte Mart Seoul Station Zettaplex – massive variety, tourist-friendly
- Myeongdong Snack Alley – famous for discount snack stores with tax refund options
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Don’t just check out this ultimate idol-approved snack list; you should also try them during your trip to Korea. You can easily find them in supermarkets, convenience stores, and grocery stores. Don’t forget to add them to your Seoul Itinerary.
