Seongsu
Industrial chic meets creative energy
Seoul's hottest neighborhood, transformed from an industrial area into a trendy hub of converted warehouse cafes, galleries, and lifestyle shops.
Highlights
5TO7 Seongsu
A specialty cafe in trendy Seongsu-dong dedicated to Japanese-style souffle pancakes. 5TO7 offers five signature souffle varieties including fruit, Earl Grey, crème brûlée, matcha, and tiramisu. The cafe features a modern interior with large windows overlooking Seoul Forest, outdoor seating, and an antique-inspired aesthetic. Each souffle is carefully prepared with fluffy texture and creative toppings, making it a popular destination for dessert lovers.
Amazing Brewing Company
A pioneering craft brewery in Seongsu-dong housed in a beautifully renovated wooden building from 1959. This stylish taproom and beer garden has been a cultural landmark since 2016, offering around 50 varieties of fresh craft beer brewed on-site with an annual production capacity of 60 tons.
Cafe Onion Seongsu
The original Cafe Onion location that transformed an old factory building into Seoul's most iconic industrial-chic cafe. This flagship store in trendy Seongsu-dong, often called "the Brooklyn of Seoul," features stunning exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and vintage industrial elements. Known for exceptional pastries and bread, the cafe draws crowds for both its Instagram-worthy architecture and quality baked goods.
Daelim Changgo
A former 1970s rice mill transformed into a stunning cultural complex in the heart of Seongsu-dong. This iconic red-brick warehouse preserves its industrial heritage while hosting a gallery, cafe, and bar under soaring ceilings with original steel columns.
Mesh Coffee
An intimate specialty coffee roastery and bar where knowledgeable baristas craft exceptional pour-overs and espresso drinks. Despite its small size, Mesh Coffee has made a significant impact on Seoul's specialty coffee scene, with the owners authoring the influential book "Oh Yeah Specialty Coffee."
Olive Young N Seongsu
The biggest Olive Young flagship store in Korea, opened in November 2024 as the ultimate K-beauty shopping destination. This massive 4-floor beauty emporium in trendy Seongsu-dong showcases Korea's best cosmetics, skincare, and beauty products. The "N" stands for "New" and represents a next-generation beauty retail experience with exclusive products, VIP lounges, and interactive beauty zones going viral on TikTok and Instagram.
Seoul Brewery Seongsu
A massive multi-floor craft beer complex that opened in 2023 as Seoul Brewery's flagship location in trendy Seongsu-dong. This sprawling 350-pyeong venue features basement through 5th floor spaces plus a rooftop, combining a brewery, taphouse, cafe, restaurant, and multipurpose cultural space all under one roof.
Somunnan Seongsu Gamjatang
A legendary 24-hour Korean restaurant established in 1983, famous for its deeply flavorful gamjatang (pork bone soup). Located in the trendy Seongsu neighborhood, this local favorite has maintained its reputation for over four decades by serving hearty, authentic Korean comfort food at any hour.
Twelve Minute
A trendy new bakery near Konkuk University inspired by paper mills and the optimal 12-minute timing for enjoying perfectly warmed croissants. The cafe's industrial-chic design and commitment to freshly baked pastries with precise heating instructions have made it a popular spot among university students and locals alike.
Understand Avenue
A vibrant public-benefit cultural space constructed from 116 colorful shipping containers stacked 1-3 stories high. Created through collaboration between Seoul City, Seongdong-gu, and Lotte Duty Free, this award-winning architecture (2017 Seoul Architecture Award) hosts rotating pop-ups, performances, exhibitions, and community events at the entrance to Seoul Forest.
Cafe Yeonmujang
A stylish rooftop cafe perched on the 8th floor of Seongsu-dong's tallest building, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Seoul's trendiest neighborhood. Named after the historic street where Joseon era soldiers once practiced martial arts, Cafe Yeonmujang has become one of Seongsu's most sought-after destinations for its stunning views and sophisticated atmosphere.
Tips
Explore the alleyways where locals go. You can find hidden restaurants and cafes!