Planning to stop by a convenience store in Korea? From savory shrimp crackers to chocolate-covered biscuit sticks, these Korean snacks offer a variety of flavors and textures. Use this guide to decide what to look for; availability varies by store and location.
This guide introduces five Korean snacks with different flavors and textures. It is an editorial selection, not a sales ranking or a taste test. Product details were checked against the manufacturers’ information on November 1, 2026.
Five Korean snacks at a glance
| Snack | Korean name | Maker | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Cracker | 새우깡 | Nongshim | Savory shrimp-flavored crackers |
| Honey Butter Chip | 허니버터칩 | Haitai | Sweet-and-salty potato chips |
| Turtle Chips | 꼬북칩 | Orion | Layered chips sold in several flavors |
| Pepero | 빼빼로 | LOTTE WELLFOOD | Chocolate-coated biscuit sticks |
| Orion Choco Pie | 오리온 초코파이 | Orion | A chocolate-coated soft cake snack |
Nongshim Shrimp Cracker
Korean name: 새우깡 (saeukkang)
If you prefer a savory snack to a sweet one, Shrimp Cracker is a place to start. Nongshim describes its US version as a crunchy, ridged cracker made with shrimp. Its long, narrow shape makes it easy to share from a bag.
Nongshim also lists spicy and gochujang versions. Check the flavor on the package before buying, since they are different products. The US original’s manufacturer page lists shrimp and wheat among its ingredients, so check the package carefully if you have an allergy.
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Haitai Honey Butter Chip
Korean name: 허니버터칩
Honey Butter Chip is a potato chip with a sweet-and-salty flavor. Haitai describes the original product as combining honey and butter with sliced potatoes. It is an option if you enjoy sweetness alongside a savory snack rather than a plain salted chip.
Haitai says the snack launched in 2014 and became widely sought after in Korea. That history explains why you may see it mentioned in Korean snack guides; it is not a claim about today’s sales ranking.
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Orion Turtle Chips
Korean name: 꼬북칩
Turtle Chips stand out for their layers. Orion describes the snack as having a four-layer structure and has listed flavors including corn soup and chocolate churros. The name and flavor selection on the package can vary by market, so look for the specific variety rather than assuming every Turtle Chips bag tastes the same.
Choose a savory variety if you want something closer to a chip, or look for a sweet flavor if you would rather have a dessert-style snack. Availability depends on the shop and country.
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LOTTE Pepero
Korean name: 빼빼로
Pepero is a chocolate-covered biscuit stick made by LOTTE WELLFOOD. It is a simple choice when you want a sweet snack that is easy to portion or share. The company describes Pepero as a chocolate stick snack available in several flavors, so check the label for the coating and any added ingredients.
The original chocolate style is a straightforward starting point. Other varieties may contain nuts or different coatings; check the actual package rather than relying on the brand name alone.
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Orion Choco Pie
Korean name: 오리온 초코파이
Orion Choco Pie is a soft, chocolate-coated cake snack. It is a different choice from chips or crackers if you are looking for something closer to a small dessert. Orion lists Choco Pie in its pie product range and also sells other variations, so look for the exact name and flavor on the box.
Individual pies are convenient to portion, although package formats vary. Different Choco Pie products and regional versions can have different ingredients.
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How to choose and where to look
Start with Shrimp Cracker for a savory seafood flavor, Honey Butter Chip for a sweet-and-salty potato chip, or Turtle Chips if the layered texture interests you. For a sweet snack, choose between the biscuit format of Pepero and the softer cake format of Choco Pie.
In Korea, look for packaged snacks at convenience stores or supermarkets. Outside Korea, Korean grocery shops and online Asian grocery retailers may carry some of these brands, but availability, product names and prices vary. The manufacturers’ pages linked in the sources are useful starting points for identifying a product; they do not guarantee that a particular shop has it in stock.
A note on ingredients
Recipes, allergen statements and package sizes can differ by flavor or country and can change over time. Read the ingredient and allergen label on the exact package you buy, especially if you need to avoid shellfish, wheat, milk, soy, nuts or other allergens. Do not assume a snack is vegetarian, vegan or suitable for a particular diet without checking its label.
This guide uses manufacturer descriptions rather than independent tasting. The order above is for navigation and does not represent a ranking.