Rubies Cafe Hannam
Hannam
A popular brunch cafe located on the 6th floor rooftop in Hannam-dong, offering stunning views of Namsan Mountain and Namsan Tower. The vintage-style interior and rooftop terrace create a romantic atmosphere, especially during sunset hours. Known for its beautiful views of Leeum Museum of Art, Grand Hyatt Seoul, and the surrounding cityscape. The cafe serves brunch, pasta, and various beverages in a sophisticated setting.
Rust Bakery
An industrial-style bakery cafe nestled in Mullae Arts Village, housed in a renovated old factory building that preserves its rustic charm. Known for its artisanal breads and pastries baked fresh daily, Rust Bakery embodies the creative spirit of this former ironworks district turned artistic hub. The Instagram-worthy interior with exposed industrial elements makes it a perfect stop while exploring the village's studios and galleries.
Saeraul
Hongdae
A stunning multi-level cafe housed in a renovated building spanning basement to 3rd floor in Yeonhui-dong. The highlight is the beautiful bamboo garden in the basement, where you can enjoy the soothing sounds of water while surrounded by nature.
Saeraul
Hongdae
A serene garden cafe housed in a beautifully renovated traditional Korean home in the quiet Yeonhui-dong neighborhood. Saeraul (새라울) offers a peaceful escape from Seoul's bustling streets, with a charming bamboo garden where you can listen to the soothing sound of flowing water while enjoying your coffee.
Salon Sunra
Insadong
An elegant Italian restaurant housed in a beautifully renovated hanok along the trendy Seosunra-gil in Jongno. Famous for its pollack roe pasta and sophisticated wine selection, Salon Sunra combines Western cuisine with traditional Korean architecture, creating a unique dining atmosphere perfect for special occasions and romantic dinners.
Seongsu-yul (성수율)
Seongsu
A newly opened cultural complex space in Seongsu-dong, Seoul's trendiest neighborhood. Built with 300,000 bricks, this unique venue combines a cafe, brunch restaurant, exhibition space, and popup store all under one roof. Seongsu-yul features Dolby Atmos sound experience and represents the latest evolution of Seoul's cultural complex trend.
Seongsuyul (성수율)
Seongsu
A newly opened complex cultural space in Seongsu-dong that combines coffee with immersive sound experiences. Seongsuyul features a Dolby Atmos sound system, creating a unique environment where visitors can enjoy quality coffee while experiencing music like never before. The red brick building exterior houses a modern interior designed for music appreciation and relaxation.
Seoul Book Park Lounge
A unique cultural destination housed in a transformed former JoongAng Ilbo newspaper printing plant, combining industrial heritage with contemporary library and cafe culture. The lounge area offers a sophisticated atmosphere surrounded by books, making it one of the most trending cultural destinations in the Seoul metropolitan area for 2025.
Seoul Pastry (서울페이스터리 연남점)
A hidden gem in Seoul's Yeonnam-dong area, Seoul Pastry has carved out a niche for itself with its exceptional cronuts and creative pastry creations. Tucked away in a quiet corner of one of Seoul's most hip neighborhoods, this small but mighty bakery has developed a loyal following among locals and tourists seeking unique dessert experiences.
Sezoni
Gangnam
Located in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Sezoni is an Italian restaurant that clearly captures the essence of seasonal ingredients. Chef Lee Taewoo returns to his roots, perfectly capturing the core of authentic Italian cuisine. The fresh seafood saffron broth and eggplant dishes are particularly popular.
Shoto Patisserie
Gangnam
An exquisite Japanese shortcake specialty patisserie run by husband-and-wife chefs trained at Shilla Hotel for 13 years. Shoto has earned Blue Ribbon recognition multiple times for their exceptional craftsmanship. Their signature cakes, including the Jeju Apple Mango Short and Earl Grey Grapefruit, showcase delicate layers and premium ingredients that have made this one of Seoul's most sought-after dessert destinations.
Shoto Patisserie
Gangnam
Shoto is Apgujeong's most coveted shortcake destination, where seasonal fruit-topped cakes disappear within hours of opening. Run by a Shilla Hotel veteran who graduated from Tokyo's prestigious confectionery school, this elegant patisserie showcases Japanese-style shortcakes with pristine presentation and luxurious flavors.