Insadong
GML Dosan
Gangnam
GML (Good Materials for Life) is a unique multi-roaster cafe concept featuring specialty coffee beans from world-renowned roasteries. This second location in Apgujeong's Dosan coffee alley showcases 17 different international specialty coffee roasters under one roof, creating a curated coffee experience. Partnering with Obeor for pastries and desserts, GML offers high-quality baked goods alongside exceptional coffee selections. The modern minimalist space attracts coffee enthusiasts and professionals seeking rare coffee varieties.
Green Mile Coffee Bukchon
A charming hanok-style cafe with a stunning rooftop terrace overlooking traditional Korean houses in Bukchon Hanok Village. Famous for its green tea-based drinks and desserts, with panoramic views of Seoul's historic architecture.
Goshen Seongsu
Seongsu
A trendy cafe-restaurant that has been operating since 1992 in Seoul's Seongsu-dong neighborhood, known for its chic interior and elevated versions of Korean comfort food. The signature dish is their famous tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), but they also serve a variety of brunch items, desserts, and beverages. Goshen combines the warmth of Korean home cooking with a modern, sophisticated atmosphere that has made it a beloved spot for decades.
Growers
Hongdae
A serene brunch cafe in the quiet Yeonhui-dong neighborhood, featuring beautiful flowers and trees at its entrance and a spacious garden that makes it perfect for dates. This cafe offers a peaceful atmosphere away from the bustling crowds of nearby Hongdae.
Gyeongnidan-gil
Itaewon
A charming street near Itaewon with boutique cafes, brunch spots, and unique lifestyle shops.
Ham's Brot Bakery (함스브로트과자점)
A legendary bakery in northern Seoul run by Master Pastry Chef Ham Sang-hoon, Korea's 8th certified Master Pastry Chef. For over 30 years, this beloved neighborhood institution has been crafting exceptional French-style pastries and breads using traditional techniques and premium ingredients.
The Hanok Smith Likes
A unique Korean-Italian fusion restaurant housed in a beautifully renovated traditional hanok in Samcheong-dong. Selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul 2023, this charming venue blends traditional Korean architecture with contemporary Italian cuisine, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light while maintaining the hanok's historic character.
HBC (Haebangchon) Gastro Alley
Itaewon
A foodie paradise with international restaurants, craft beer bars, and cozy wine spots on the slopes of Namsan.
Heavyside
A stylish brunch and specialty cafe in Yongsan, known for its quality coffee and relaxed atmosphere. The second branch of the popular Heavyside from Bukahyeon-dong, this location offers a curated brunch menu alongside exceptional coffee drinks in a modern, minimalist setting.
Hebe Coffee
A specialty coffee shop in Chungmuro operated by barista Lim Ji-young, who serves as a judge for the Korea Brewers Cup competition, roasting competition coordinator, and national barista coach. Hebe Coffee is known for its own roasted beans and award-winning coffee expertise.
Hoho Sikdang (Ikseon)
Insadong
A cozy Japanese home-style restaurant in the heart of Ikseon-dong's traditional hanok alleys. Famous for its tender hirekatsu (pork cutlet) and comforting omurice, this warm atmosphere eatery has become one of Seoul's most searched restaurants, offering authentic Japanese comfort food in a traditional Korean setting.