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🍞 Oegyein Bangagan (Alien Mill) Main Store — A World of Easy-to-Digest Pure Rice Bread in the Alleys of Nonhyeon

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In Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, near Hakdong Station, there is a special space that acts as a savior for those who feel bloated after eating wheat flour bread. This is Oegyein Bangagan (Alien Mill) Main Store, a premium rice bakery that crafts bread using 100% domestic pure rice.

With a cute name that translates to "an alien's mill that makes rice bread so delicious it surprises Earthlings," this bakery minimizes or completely eliminates the use of wheat flour, aiming to provide healthy bread that anyone can digest comfortably. Famous as a holy grail for bread lovers, the cafe features a retro and nostalgic mill-inspired interior, gently guiding everyone to easily and colorfully experience the true charm of rice bread, which can sometimes feel unapproachable.






📍 Location & How to Get There

  • Located on the 1st floor of Jeongam Villa at 19 Nonhyeon-ro 149-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It offers great accessibility, being about an 8-minute walk from Hakdong Station Exit 7 (Line 7). As you step slightly into the quiet residential alley, the retro yet adorable alien signboard will immediately catch your eye.




🕒 Opening Hours

  • Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Last Order: 8:00 PM)

  • Sun: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Last Order: 7:00 PM) Its generous operating hours are a big plus, allowing you to enjoy everything from a quick meal-replacement bread on your morning commute to a relaxing dessert time in the late afternoon.



☕ Ambience & Menu Highlights

Oegyein Bangagan features a uniquely warm and retro wood-toned spatial design, setting a nostalgic mood for photos wherever you stand.

  • Pure Rice Bakery Lineup: The absolute highlight here is the experience of tasting diverse breads made with rice instead of wheat. Instead of being dry, they boast a chewy and fluffy texture similar to tteok (Korean rice cake), satisfying both health and excellent taste.

  • Signature Menus: The 'Injeolmi Bread' (bursting with nutty flavor from a generous coating of roasted soybean powder), the incredibly savory 'Mentaiko (Pollack Roe) Baguette', and the extra-moist 'Pure Rice Loaf' boast flavors charming enough to make even rice bread beginners fall completely in love.




🌿 Why Visit

  • Gluten-Free Experience: A healthy 'rice bread' experience that can be safely enjoyed by children and those who have difficulty digesting wheat.

  • Aesthetic Vibe: A hip space blending props reminiscent of an old Korean mill with cute alien illustrations, making it the perfect spot for aesthetic photos.

  • Diverse Options: Beyond bread, you can find a variety of rice desserts such as rice cakes, mochi, and cookies.

  • Tip: Popular items like the Injeolmi Bread and Mentaiko Baguette often sell out by late afternoon. If there is a specific bread you want to try, visiting during the morning or early afternoon is an absolute must!





🚗 Travel Tips

  • About an 8-minute walk from Hakdong Station Exit 7.

  • If you are driving, there is a small space to briefly park 1 to 2 cars in front of the store, but it is very tight. Checking for nearby paid parking lots in advance or using public transportation is highly recommended.


Oegyein Bangagan shatters the prejudice that rice bread is dry and tasteless, elevating it into a bite of healthy art. Taste the chewy rice bread in a space filled with warm aesthetics, and create unforgettable, chewy, and sweet moments that truly feel as if they were crafted by an "alien."












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