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Coffee Hanyakbang

Coffee Hanyakbang

Insadong

A hidden gem tucked in a narrow alleyway, this vintage coffee house serves specialty coffee in a space reminiscent of a traditional Korean medicine dispensary from the Joseon Dynasty. Located at the former site of Hyeminseo where physician Heo Jun treated patients, Coffee Hanyakbang offers an atmospheric retreat with traditional wooden interiors, antique medicine cabinets, and excellent pour-over coffee.

Price Range: ₩₩
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Coffee Hanyakbang

A hidden gem tucked in a narrow alleyway, this vintage coffee house serves specialty coffee in a space reminiscent of a traditional Korean medicine dispensary from the Joseon Dynasty. Located at the former site of Hyeminseo where physician Heo Jun treated patients, Coffee Hanyakbang offers an atmospheric retreat with traditional wooden interiors, antique medicine cabinets, and excellent pour-over coffee.

Location

16-6 Samil-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (2-minute walk from Euljiro 3-ga Station Exit 6)

Open Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm. Specialty hand-drip coffee is the highlight. The cafe is small with limited seating, so visit during off-peak hours for a quieter experience. The alleyway entrance can be tricky to find - look for traditional signage near Exit 6.

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