Coffee shops and tea rooms South Korea

One of the most sought-after cafés in the area, if not the capital! This is hardly surprising, given the enchanting setting and delicious pastries. Nestled in an elegantly renovated old mansion, you can sit on the floor in the traditional way, or opt for tables, indoors or out. The menu offers a variety of hot and cold drinks, as well as delicious and original pastries, breads, pizzas and sandwiches. For a pleasant moment at any time of day, but watch out for rush hour.

A bar and café that's a victim of word-of-mouth, it's always busy! And it's easy to see why. The interior of the establishment is relatively simple, so as not to steal the spotlight from the magical, magnificent ocean view. On the terrace, one floor up, there's a vast lawn area with poufs, for chilling out to the max! This beach bar is super hype! Go there in the evening to sip a cocktail to the sound of house music and the atmosphere becomes even more trendy and pleasant.

If you are looking for a gentle break, you've come to the right place. In a simple setting, this café offers incredibly succulent homemade pastries. Nut tartlet, chocolate cake, vanilla milk cream roll or a very good seed bread. Enough to satisfy any greedy person. To accompany all this, the eternal coffees and teas are served. A place all in finesse and simplicity but which shines by its great pastry qualities. We highly recommend it!

A little riddle: knowing that the word san (산) means "mountain" in Korean, what could possibly be the specificity of this coffee? Bingo! Its breathtaking panorama overlooking the mountains. The view is truly sublime, which is why this establishment is always packed. If you don't have room on the terrace, don't worry: 70% of the walls are actually huge windows. You'll always have a direct view of the landscape. The menu includes pastries, cakes and drinks (we recommend the Mint Chocolate Latte).

A charming little café that mixes the soft, modern and traditional (with notably very nice Korean furniture). It is definitely good to rest for a few moments over a good hot drink. A few delicacies complete this delicate moment. Among them, we suggest you discover the very fresh bingsu (Korean dessert made of crushed ice) which will be your most faithful ally on hot summer days. In short, a most pleasant address that is well worth a visit.

Opposite the port, this truly atypical café offers you a very special experience. First step, you choose your drink (coffee, tea, fruit juice, smoothie...), second step, you drink it and third step, you treat yourself to a moment of relaxation by enjoying an aromatherapy foot bath (the staff will be able to explain the different benefits). All your tiredness will disappear in an instant. For your information, the ferries are made from the volcanic rock of the island (they really use it everywhere)

Charming setting for this café. This is certainly the reason why it is so popular with the inhabitants of the city. Coffee lattes and other teas are enjoyed just across the tree-lined Soyang River. An industrial decoration with pallets arranged in tiers, which are enhanced by pretty coloured cushions. In a small adjoining room (glass panes), you can see a large collection of vinyl records, which will lull your relaxing break in this café with their music. We can even enjoy a large garden.

We like a lot of things about this café! In first place is the decor, a mix of driftwood, old bricks, pretty green plants, a nice collection of cacti, and a very pleasant little garden. A mix of "elegant countryside" and post-industrial aesthetics, hats off to the decorator! In second place come the sweet and savoury treats, notably the famous bingsu, which is a delight to savour with your latte or americano. The delicacies are delicious and beautifully decorated with flowers and fruit.

It is in an industrial, very minimalist and somewhat "destroy" setting that you can enjoy very good roasted coffees from the four corners of the world. The establishment also offers us some beers and wines by the glass. But we come here especially for the delicious homemade cakes and pastries, which are a little different from those found in the big chains (Ediya, Angel-in-us...). In case of good weather, we do not hesitate to take advantage of the roof terrace (often crowded we must admit).

Korea's passion for coffee is well known by now, but Gemstone stands out from the crowd. The concept? Using an abandoned building to give it a new lease on life. Here, we're dealing with a former swimming pool. In the pool, in the bleachers, there are cosy little nooks where you can sip your drink in this highly original setting. A touch of greenery adds a touch of exoticism. On the menu, we particularly recommend the Jeju Green Tea Latte or the Black Sugar & Peanut Cream Latte.

Pay close attention to the name and address, as the facade goes unnoticed. It's an old house, with old walls, old wood and eclectic decorative touches that give this café a crazy charm that modern signs don't possess. A variety of coffees, teas and cookies are on the menu. Fans of Korean cinema will recognize this place, where a scene from Hong Sang-soo's Seule sur la plage la nuit was filmed. Others will appreciate the warm smell of coffee and the panoramic view from the second floor. A charming little gem!

With its fabulous, mouth-watering pastries and warm, industrial interior, Vintage 38 is a favorite with an upscale clientele. But don't panic if you prefer savoury dishes, as they also serve chicken, salads and burgers. The drinks on offer include original compositions such as cinnamon and avocado lattes. Open all night, it's also a paradise for late-night gourmands. To top it all off, the staff are truly adorable.

Fancy a good, tasty dessert? Then look no further, you've come to the right place. The name of the establishment, a combination of the words "delicious" and "dessert", speaks for itself. Our gold palm goes without hesitation for the waffle filled with a vanilla ganache with generous pieces of strawberries... it makes you want to, doesn't it? The chocolate fondant, the red fruit éclair and the tiramisu are not to be outdone. A simple atmosphere that highlights the undeniable quality of the desserts (and their beautiful dressage).

Minimalist card for this establishment. Some teas and coffees as well as some sweets as an accompaniment, ice cream and sweet breads. What has seduced us here is most certainly the setting, a successful alliance between the modern and the traditional. A wooden hanok (the front door is really beautiful), simple but modern furniture, touches of greenery and play of light. Moment in zenitude and for which time appears suspended. A bubble of serenity appreciable in this capital where everything goes very fast.

The best souvenir of Seoul is here, in this café which offers an unobstructed view of the Lotte Sky Tower (really splendid at night). A really well decorated interior with very well done "old fashioned" touches, where it is good to chill. But the highlight of the visit is on the roof terrace, for the famous souvenir photo with the tower in the background and the name Seoul (there may be a little wait to take this picture). On the menu are coffees, beers and cocktails as well as a selection of brunches.

Here's a charming café where you can relax for a while. On the second floor of a charming little clothing boutique, you can sip coffee or tea while enjoying one of their hearty homemade Anglo-Saxon-inspired cakes(cheesecake, brownie...) in a subtly hip, tasteful setting. Their signature drink, black pepperlatte, is surprisingly good! In summer, you can take advantage of the sunny weather on the large terrace. We love it!

For a refreshing stopover in summer and a comforting one in winter, here's a place that will delight young and old alike. Part chalet, part traditional Korean house, right in the heart of the Hanok village, this café welcomes large tables and offers a multitude of drinks and sweets. We particularly recommend the rice cakes, equivalent to Japanese mochi, as well as the iced fruit specialties. The infusions are delicious, especially the honey-ginger one - a welcome boost on cold days!

Located in the heart of the antiques district, Nono shop is a vegan café-patisserie that also doubles as a zero-waste grocery store, with a bulk section and organic local and international products. They also host pop-up shops focusing on upcycling and sustainable development. The pastry chef is French and brings her personal, creative touch to the vegan desserts - which are to die for. With its warm decor and friendly team, it's the ideal place for a gourmet break in Itaewon!

A girly café, perfect for instagrammers and it girls. Young women from Seoul flock to this café... most of them in powder pink. At the far end, there's also a small swimming pool (which we don't enter), which adds to the originality of the place. Even if the decor is stylish, the drinks are quite ordinary; we come here mainly to take photos, let's face it. It's one of the capital's most famous cafés, but it's a nice one all the same.