Choosing Gimpo Gold Rice and Seasonal Produce at Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Store No. 1 in Geolpo-dong

Why Branch 1 at 20 Hongdopyeong-ro was Established within the Gimpo Nonghyup New Integrated Office Building

Gimpo Local Food is officially known as Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 1. Its road name address is 20, Hongdopyeong-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, and its lot number address is 1588, Geolpo-dong. Gimpo Nonghyup explains that this building houses a financial branch, a Hanaro Mart, Local Food Direct Store Branch 1, and a culture center.

This place is more of a grocery shopping destination for Gimpo's agricultural products rather than a tourist attraction. According to 2022 Gyeonggi-do data, Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store is registered as a shop handling Gyeonggi rice, agricultural, livestock, and marine products, processed goods, and flowers. It is also listed as Branch 1 at 20, Hongdopyeong-ro, Gimpo-si, with the phone number 031-984-8522 in the 2024 Gyeonggi-do Local Food Direct Store list.

From Starting with 38 Farms in 2013 to Receiving Excellent Direct Trade Business Certification in 2018

According to data from the Korea Rural Economic Institute, Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 1 started with 38 farms in 2013. The same data records that weekend sales have grown to around 20 million KRW and introduces an operational case where the display opportunities were adjusted by changing the shelf locations for each farm every 15 days.

This store received the Excellent Agricultural Product Direct Trade Business Certification number 2018-001 in 2018. Therefore, when choosing products, it is more in line with the purpose of this direct store to check individual information on the shelves, such as the producer's name, item, packaging date, and price tag, rather than just looking for the 'Produced in Gimpo' label.

• Starting Point: 2013, with 38 participating farms
• Certification: 2018 Excellent Agricultural Product Direct Trade Business Certification 2018-001
• Shelf Operation Case: Changing locations for each farm every 15 days

Shopping from 09:00 to 20:00, Avoid the Day of and the Day After Traditional Holidays

The current confirmed operating hours are 09:00 to 20:00 daily, and it is closed on the day of and the day after traditional holidays such as Seollal and Chuseok. It is a sales venue with no entry fee, where you simply purchase necessary items. Since the closing days and shortened operating hours may change around holidays, it is safer to reconfirm by calling the main number 031-984-8522 before departing.

Inside the store, shopping items such as vegetables, fruits, mushrooms, root vegetables, dairy products, rice cakes, and Gimpo Gold Rice are mentioned. SNS visit reviews from 2024 confirmed Kimjang (kimchi-making) ingredients such as radish, napa cabbage, mustard greens, and green onions, as well as turnips, Songpyeon, Injeolmi, Garae-tteok, and Yakbap. Items and prices vary depending on the season and shipment volume.

• Operating Hours: 09:00–20:00
• Closed: The day of and the day after traditional holidays
• Entry Fee: Free
• Main Phone Number: 031-984-8522
• Recommended Stay: 30–50 minutes for grocery shopping only, 60–90 minutes if including Hanaro Mart

882m from Exit 1 of Geolpo Bukbyeon Station; Vehicles are Better for Large Shopping Bags

The closest urban railway access is Exit 1 of Geolpo Bukbyeon Station on the Gimpo Goldline. The location information cited in store guides suggests it is approximately 882m from the exit, and it is realistic to allow about 13 to 15 minutes depending on walking speed. If you plan to buy bulky items like rice, fruit, or pickling ingredients, you should also consider your return route.

Reviews mention that the parking lot is spacious and shopping carts are prepared next to the entrance. However, since the number of parking spaces, free parking duration, and peak hours are not confirmed as official fixed information, it is best to follow the on-site guidance on the day of your visit. Stroller and wheelchair users can reduce unnecessary movement by inquiring first by phone about the aisle conditions inside the store and the location of disabled parking spaces.

• Urban Railway: Exit 1, Geolpo Bukbyeon Station, Gimpo Goldline
• Distance: Approximately 882m
• Estimated Walk: Approximately 13–15 minutes
• Parking: Availability mentioned in reviews; checking rates and number of spaces by phone in advance is recommended

A Way to Pack Gimpo Gold Rice, Kimjang Ingredients, and Small Quantities of Vegetables Together

If you are looking for Gimpo's representative rice, it is efficient to check the Gimpo Gold Rice corner first and then look for seasonal vegetables and fruits. In 2024 reviews, oyster mushrooms, lotus root, garlic, taro, wild chive, aged pumpkin, dried chili, carrots, green chili, napa cabbage hearts, coriander, and turnips were mentioned on the shelves. As these are observations from specific dates, it does not mean all items are available at all times.

Particularly during the Kimjang season, there are reviews stating that ingredients like radish, napa cabbage, mustard greens, and green onions can be bought at once, and there is a radish shredding machine on the left side outside the store. It is reported that this machine is only available until 5:00 PM, so if you plan to buy a lot of radishes, you should arrive before 17:00 and check with the store regarding its availability, hygiene, and conditions of use.

• Rice: Sales of Gimpo Gold Rice mentioned
• Items Confirmed During Kimjang Season: Napa cabbage, radish, mustard greens, green onions
• Radish Shredding Machine Usage Deadline Based on Reviews: 17:00
• Check Before Purchase: Producer label, packaging date, weight, and daily price

Branch 1 Hosting the Grape Direct Trade Market; Check Dates for Seasonal Events Separately

Gimpo-si has guided Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 1 (20 Hongdopyeong-ro) as one of the venues for the Gimpo Grape Direct Trade Market. In the announcements for the 25th and 27th Gimpo Grape Direct Trade Markets, Branch 1 and the Janggi-dong Branch 2 were listed as event locations. If visiting during grape season, it is worth checking if there is an event schedule separate from the regular shelves.

Shine Muscat or grapes included in the event name are items for that specific year's event and do not guarantee regular stock. Checking the announcements on the Gimpo Nonghyup official website and the Gimpo-si Agricultural Technology Center website together will help you estimate event dates, participating locations, and items for sale. When inquiring by phone, you can specifically ask about the 'Local Food Branch 1 Grape Event Status' and the 'Varieties for Sale Today.'

• Event-Linked Location: Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 1
• Event Address: 20, Hongdopyeong-ro
• Where to Confirm: Gimpo Nonghyup official website and Gimpo-si Agricultural Technology Center announcements

How Not to Confuse It with the Hyundai Outlet Branch or Janggi Branch 2

There are several local food sales venues in Gimpo with similar names. Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 2 is at 213, Gimpohangang 4-ro (Phone: 031-985-8242), and the Hyundai Outlet Gimpo Local Food Joint Sales Center is at 100, Arayuk-ro 152beon-gil (Phone: 031-8048-2522), which are separate. If you are looking for 20 Hongdopyeong-ro, you must confirm your destination as 'Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Branch 1' or the 'Geolpo-dong Main Branch.'

The Elite Nongbu Local Food Direct Store at 65-20, Gurae-ro 26beon-gil, Yangchon-eup, is also a different business. Since these results may appear together if you only type 'Gimpo Local Food' in a map app, it is better to enter '20, Hongdopyeong-ro, Gimpo-si' into your taxi, chauffeur service, or navigation system.

• Destination: Gimpo Nonghyup Local Food Direct Store Branch 1
• Address: 20, Hongdopyeong-ro, Gimpo-si
• Janggi Branch 2: 213, Gimpohangang 4-ro, 031-985-8242
• Hyundai Outlet Branch: 100, Arayuk-ro 152beon-gil, 031-8048-2522
• Elite Nongbu Direct Store: 65-20, Gurae-ro 26beon-gil, Yangchon-eup, 031-981-8456