[Seoul] 10 Hottest cafes & restaurants you must visit now
1. Cafe Heulg (카페 흙)
Cafe Heulg offers you a place of rest and meditation in the middle of a busy city, Seoul. Located right at the centre of Seoul, you will enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and nice set of desserts at Cafe Heulg. On top of that, there would be a range of exhibitions and seminars that take place all year round that might enjoy.
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📍 4 Hangang-daero 49-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul
⏰ 11:00-21:00
🍰 Specialty
- Heulg Crumble: KRW 13,000
- Heulg (espresso + cream): KRW 8,000
- Ssak(Iced coffee): KRW 8,000
2. Aanzee (안지)
Aanzee is famous for its desserts and coffee as must as it is famous for its unique interior design. Located in Yongsan area where many other unique cafes are located, you can compare this cafe to the other ones. You will quickly realise why this cafe/bakery is loved by the locals.
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📍 19-24 Hangang-daero 15-gil, Yongsan-gu
⏰ 11:30-21:30 (-24:00 on Saturdays)
🍰 The cafe will offer different speciality each time. But, their desserts are hard to fail.
⚠️ After having a nice cup of coffee and desserts, I would like to recommend you to take a stroll around the neighbourhood. It is located in an area that is pleasant to walk.
3. Neighbours (네이버즈)
Located in the famous Haebangchon Village, it is one of the most famous branch & bistro restaurants in the area. While it is famous for its branch, the view of Seoul from the restaurant is also must-see!
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📍 99 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu
⏰ 11:00-23:00
🍰 Most of the food they offer is amazing and loved by the locals. So, it is hard to pick the best. 🙈
⚠️ The view from it is the most famous thing about the restaurant. So, if possible, stick around until the sunset. You will love the view.
4. Perbacco (페르바코)
An Italian restaurant, popular among the youth in Korea. You might visit Perbacco after Seongsu. Also, since it is located in a vibrant university neighbourhood, you could participate in a number of activities.
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📍 30 Neungdong-ro 16-gil, Gwangjin
⏰ 15:30-23:00 (Closes on Sundays)
🍰 Specialised in Venetian-style Italian food
⚠️ It is at a walking distance from Seongsu, Grand Children's park, and even Han River Park. So, after a meal, definitely need to go for a walk?
5. So far (소파)
While it is very popular among the locals, it is hard to find if you do not know about it. And now, you know about it, you must pay a visit! Also, since it is located in Seongsu, 4th coolest neighbourhood by Timeout Magazine, you could enjoy the surroundings too.
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📍 50 Seongsuil-ro 4-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
⏰ 12:00-21:30
🍰 You must try their gelato! It is a must!
⚠️ Again. It is located in Seongsu. So, one way or another, you will visit the area. When you do, you must visit!
6. Jazz Bar Zuoak (재즈바주옥)
It is located in a rather residential area near Gangbyeon station. So, it is ofter overlooked by the locals and visitors alike. However, it is a place loved by the Jazz lovers. Visit for nice selection of jazz and tapas.
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📍1st floor, 104, 64 Guuigangbyeon-ro, Gwangjin-gu
⏰ 19:00-24:00
🍰 While they do serve meals, many visitors showed their love for tapas.
⚠️ There is a live-jazz performance everyday at 20:30 for 1-2 hours.
7. Lucero (루쎄로)
One of a few places in Seoul where you can enjoy authentic Spanish food, prepared by a chef from Málaga, Spain. Also, the location cannot be more perfect!
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📍3rd floor, 13 Seoulsup 6-gil, Seongdong-gu
⏰ 11:30-21:30 (Closes on Mondays)
🍰 Specialised in Spanish cuisine
8. Labtic (랩틱)
If you want to enjoy the less famous and more authentic traditional Korea in Seoul, you might want to visit Seochon. And when you visit, you may pay a visit to Labtic. Everything from the interior to the atmosphere, and even the food is amazing. You will love it all.
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📍 B1, 68-2 Jahamun-ro 7-gilJongno District, Seoul
⏰ 17:00-23:00 (Closes on Mondays & Tuesdays)
🍰 Yuja Flatfish Ceviche is a must-try!
9. Ligi (일기)
What they offer is simply. Bread and coffee. But, locals love the restaurant, and there is a reason. The atmosphere and the quality of food they offer. You will love everything.
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📍18 Seongmisan-ro 29an-gil, Mapo-gu
⏰ 12:00-18:00 (20:00 in weekends) (Closes on Mondays & Tuesdays)
🍰 Try French toasts! It is a must!
⚠️ The restaurant has more flexible opening hours than most. So, when you pay a visit, check the opening hours before.
10. Bless Bruch Bar (블레스 브런치 바)
Located at the entrance of Haebangchon village, you could visit the cafe before or after your visit to Haebangchon. There is a reason why the locals love this place. So, why not try?
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📍7 Sinheung-ro 3-gil, Yongsan-gu
⏰ 13:00-24:00 (Closes on Mondays)
⚠️ It would be very popular in the evening. So, if you are to visit, it might be better to visit early?
Enjoy & Have fun!
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