The best bars and cafés Seoul 서울

A place for early music lovers who really have style! It is multifunctional because it is first of all a store that sells vinyl records (that you can listen to before buying). But it is also a café that offers some food and drinks (alcoholic or not). We advise you to taste all this on the roof terrace of the establishment because the view of the city and Mount Namsan is magnificent. It's really a very nice place and original in its concept. He really has everything to seduce! We love it!

You can't miss this beautiful old-fashioned European-style facade, unique in the Korean landscape. In this small jewel of delicacy and refinement, you can enjoy delicious teas, infusions (herbal and fruit) and coffees. Some sweets are added to the menu to perfect this tender moment (bingsu, cakes, cookies ... all homemade). A really charming tea room. There are several in the Gangnam district but this one is certainly the prettiest in its decoration. For a break with finesse.

This establishment, with its retro, subdued ambience, serves as a café by day and a bar by night. It stands out in the chaos of Itaewon, just a few blocks away. Renowned for its tasty cocktails, couples and groups of friends come to sip and relax on the soft vintage sofas. You can tell the place has many regulars, which isn't surprising given the charming, almost cinematic ambience and the bar tender 's mastery of his craft. Non-alcoholic cocktails are also available.

If you want to tour the best bars, pubs and nightclubs in Hongdae or Itaewon, then join the Seoul Pub Crawl. Since 2014, the band has been offering young people and partygoers from all over the world crazy nights of sharing and good mood. Entrance is free, 4 drinks are offered, you don't have to wait in line, T-shirts and discounts galore... It's THE good deal for small budgets who still want to enjoy the Korean "night life". You can hardly find a better option.

For a charming break away from the hustle and bustle of the bustling Insadong district, make your way to this beautiful tea house, a little rustic but that's what, between us, gives it all its charm. Nestled in a traditionalhanok with a pretty inner courtyard, everything is homemade: teas with a long list (jujube, ginger, lotus, etc.) such as rice cakes or Korean cookies, simply delicious! Yuja tea (yuzu in Japanese) is our little favourite, especially in winter!

Nestled in a beautiful traditional two-storey hanok (said to be the only one in Seoul), this tea house with its wooded interior filled with pottery serves salivating Korean pastries. They are eaten on low tables, sitting on the floor as they should be on small cushions, in a very warm atmosphere. An authentic moment, full of tradition. We strongly urge you to take a break for a few minutes, you will come out of it completely soothed and with a spirit full of serenity. For a unique gourmet break.

Very modern, very elegant, very pure, that's how you could describe this establishment. It really has class! There is a touch of originality brought by the floor which is made of wood shavings (once seated, we advise you to take off your shoes to get a free foot massage). Since people come to a café mainly to enjoy good things, we recommend green plum tea with a slice of Earl Grey tea cake. A combination that works and that will bewitch you (tea).

Perfect bar for a moment in the tropics in the middle of Seoul! Everything in the decoration of this establishment is reminiscent of the islands and we love this immersion! Little crush for wicker chairs/swings. To remain in the caliente theme of the place, the signature cocktails are all based on tropical fruits and are served with a lot of originality. There are also a few dishes that are not out of the ordinary. A truly unusual place that changes from the soulless bars you often find.

With no name, phone number or address, this bar is located in the second alley towards Insadong coming from Jongno Avenue. Passing the bend in the alley, it's the second door on the left, a screened door by the way. You have to bend down to reach a table in the large, smoky, noisy room with graffiti-covered walls. As soon as you sit down, you are served a large bowl of homemade makgeolli (whitish fermented rice wine) and a delicious fish grilled in coarse salt.