Hotteok in Da Nang: 4 Types at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink

Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink is a Korean restaurant in Da Nang located in the An Thuong area near My An Beach, specializing in Korean street food such as kimbap, tteokbokki, hotteok, Korean ramen (ramyeon) and Korean fried chicken.

Looking for hotteok in Da Nang? Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink serves authentic Korean hotteok in the An Thuong area, close to My An Beach – one of the few places in Da Nang where you can try this traditional Korean street food dessert freshly prepared. See here how we prepare them.

Hotteok is a soft dough pancake filled and pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, with a warm brown sugar filling that melts into a syrupy centre as it cooks. It is not widely available in Da Nang, making it a genuinely unique dessert to try when visiting the city.

Hotteok is still relatively rare in Da Nang, and only a small number of places prepare it fresh rather than using pre-made versions.

We offer 4 varieties at Mr Lee, from the classic traditional hotteok to our ice cream hotteok — a modern version served with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.

Why Try Hotteok at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink

At Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, hotteok is made fresh to order, ensuring the right balance between a crispy outer layer and a soft, warm filling. Here is what sets us apart:

Located in the An Thuong area, close to My An Beach
Serving Korean food in Da Nang since 2020
Freshly prepared to order
Follows a traditional Korean recipe
4 varieties available, including classic and modern versions
One of the only places to find hotteok in Da Nang

Whether you are discovering Korean street food for the first time or looking for an authentic taste of home, hotteok at Mr Lee is worth trying.

What is Hotteok?

Traditional hotteok in Da Nang at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink

Hotteok is a traditional Korean street food dessert made from a soft dough that is filled and pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside.

Inside, it typically contains a warm mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and seeds that melt into a rich, syrupy filling as the pancake cooks — creating a contrast between the crispy outer layer and the soft, warm interior.

Originally popular as a winter street snack in Korea, hotteok has become a favourite comfort dessert enjoyed all year round. It is widely sold at street stalls and markets across Korea but remains rare in Da Nang, making it one of the more distinctive things on the Mr Lee menu.

How Hotteok is Prepared at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink

Hotteok is made by filling soft dough with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and seeds, then pressing and frying it on a hot surface until golden and crispy on both sides. As the pancake cooks, the filling melts into a warm, syrupy centre, creating the contrast between the crispy outer layer and the soft interior that defines the dish.

At Mr Lee, each hotteok is made fresh to order. The ice cream hotteok is served immediately after frying with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce on top — the contrast between the warm pancake and cold ice cream is the defining feature of that version. The cheese pull hotteok uses melted mozzarella for a savoury twist on the classic sweet filling.

Who Should Order Hotteok

Hotteok at Mr Lee is a great option for:

Anyone looking for a Korean dessert in Da Nang
First-time Korean food eaters wanting something sweet and approachable
Those wanting to try an authentic Korean street food not commonly found in Vietnam
Groups looking for something to share after a main course
Visitors who enjoy contrasting textures — crispy outside, soft and warm inside

Hotteok in Da Nang – FAQs

What is the difference between hotteok and a regular pancake?

Hotteok is a filled and pan-fried Korean dessert rather than a poured batter pancake. The dough is soft and stretchy, similar to a light bread dough, and the filling — typically brown sugar, cinnamon, and seeds — melts into a syrupy liquid as it cooks. The result is crispier on the outside and more intensely flavoured on the inside than a standard pancake.

Is hotteok served hot or cold?

Hotteok is served hot, straight from the pan. The brown sugar filling is molten when freshly made, so it is best eaten immediately. The ice cream hotteok is served hot with cold vanilla ice cream on top — the contrast between the warm pancake and the cold ice cream is intentional and is part of what makes that variety popular.

Is hotteok available elsewhere in Da Nang?

Hotteok is not widely available in Da Nang. It is a common street food in Korea but rarely found in Vietnamese cities. Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink is one of the few places in Da Nang where it is freshly prepared and available daily.

Which hotteok variety should I try first?

If you are new to hotteok, the Traditional Hotteok (No Seeds) is the best starting point — it is the simplest version and gives you the clearest sense of the dish. If you want something more substantial, the Ice Cream Hotteok at 60K is the most popular modern variation and works well as a dessert after a main course.

Our Hotteok Menu

At Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, we serve 4 types of hotteok, each made fresh to order. You can order from our full menu here or visit us in the An Thuong area near My An Beach.

Our current varieties:

Traditional Hotteok (No Seeds) – classic warm brown sugar filling
Seed Mix Hotteok – brown sugar with pumpkin, sunflower, and watermelon seeds
Ice Cream Hotteok – served with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce
Cheese Hotteok – filled with melted mozzarella for a savoury twist

Each hotteok is freshly prepared and served hot.

Traditional hotteok in Da Nang at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, Korean sweet pancake with brown sugar near My An Beach

Traditional Hotteok (No Seeds) – 30K

Classic Korean sweet pancake filled with warm brown sugar syrup. The simplest and most traditional version of the dish.

Korean sweet pancake filled with brown sugar

Seed mix hotteok in Da Nang at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, Korean sweet pancake with mixed seeds near My An Beach

Traditional Seed Mix Hotteok – 40K

Korean sweet pancake filled with melted mozzarella cheese for a stretchy cheese pull. A savoury twist on the traditional recipe that works well alongside the sweeter varieties.

Hotteok dough, brown sugar, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, watermelon seeds.

Ice cream hotteok in Da Nang at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, Korean pancake with ice cream dessert near My An Beach

Ice Cream Hotteok – 60K ⭐ Recommended

Warm Korean sweet pancake served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and seeds. The contrast between the hot pancake and cold ice cream makes this one of the most distinctive desserts on the Mr Lee menu.

Hotteok, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, mixed seeds.

Cheese hotteok in Da Nang at Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, Korean sweet pancake with melted cheese near My An Beach

Cheese Pull Hotteok – 50K

Korean sweet pancake filled with melted mozzarella cheese for a stretchy cheese pull. A savoury twist on the traditional recipe that works well alongside the sweeter varieties.

Hotteok dough, mozzarella cheese.

⭐ Featured Dish: Ice Cream Hotteok in Da Nang

Ice cream hotteok is a modern Korean take on the classic street food dessert. A freshly pan-fried hotteok is served immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce on top — the warm, crispy pancake against the cold ice cream creates a contrast that makes it a different eating experience from the traditional version.

At Mr Lee, this is one of the most ordered desserts on the menu. It works well as a finishing dish after kimbap, tteokbokki, or ramen, and it is popular with both first-time visitors and returning customers. If you are looking for something sweet that is genuinely different from Vietnamese dessert options in Da Nang, ice cream hotteok is worth ordering.

Where to Eat Hotteok in Da Nang

If you are looking for hotteok in Da Nang, Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink is one of the most accessible and consistent options in the city.

91 An Thuong 29
My An Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District
Da Nang, Vietnam

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The restaurant is located in the An Thuong area, within walking distance of My An Beach and surrounded by hotels, cafes, and local businesses.

Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink offers Dine-in, Takeaway and Delivery

Opening hours: Daily, 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM

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Fancy something else from our Korean menu?

At Mr Lee Korean Food & Drink, we serve some of the most popular Korean street food in Da Nang, all freshly prepared and full of authentic flavor.

Looking for something different? Explore more Korean favorites:

Craving something crispy and flavorful? Try our Korean fried chicken in Da Nang, known for its light, crunchy texture and bold Korean sauces.
Looking for something warm and comforting? Try our Korean ramen in Da Nang (ramyeon), served with rich broth and satisfying toppings.
Prefer something lighter? Try our kimbap in Da Nang, including our unique fried kimbap.
Craving something warmer and richer? Try our tteokbokki in Da Nang, including our popular rose tteokbokki.

View our Full Menu or visit us in An Thuong near My An Beach.