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Seoul's coffee scene is vast, stylish, and fiercely competitive, easily one of the best in Asia. The creative Mapo District, home to Hongdae, Yeonnam, and Hapjeong, is the dense heart of it, packed with independents and roasters like Coffee Libre and Anthracite Coffee. Across the river, Gangnam District brings polished, design-forward flagships, while Yongsan District, covering Itaewon and...
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whyden coffee seongsu
Seongsu-dong
Seongsu specialty spot known for their signature egg cream latte and skilled baristas who remember regulars' orders.
Open until 6:00 PM
Steamers Coffee Factory
Gangnam District
In-house roastery in Gangnam crafting their own beans with both indoor and outdoor seating for a proper coffee experience.
Open until 6:00 PM
EOE seoul
Jongno District
Minimalist two-floor café in Bukchon serving house-roasted EOE coffee alongside innovative tea-forward drinks and sorbets.
Open until 6:00 PM
Namusairo Coffee
Jongno District
Traditional hanok setting serving multiple single-origin offerings via V60 and espresso, with complimentary bean tastings.
Open until 8:30 PM
Protokoll Roasters
Seodaemun District
Spacious roastery and café in Yeonhui-ro offering bean selection for each cup, with dedicated workspaces and study amenities.
Open until 10:00 PM
Coffee Nap Roasters Yeonnam
Yeonnam-dong
In-house roaster crafting anniversary blends and single origins in a charming space known for expertly brewed coffee and financiers.
Open until 5:00 PMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
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Die Synthese Cafe
Yongsan District
Exclusive Yemen single-origin specialist serving coffee from direct farm relationships in both espresso and filter formats.
Open until 6:00 PM
Blue Bottle Seoul Station Cafe
Yongsan District
Oakland-born specialty roaster's express outpost in Seoul Station, serving signature brews and Gold Brew lattes for travelers on the go.
Open until 10:00 PM
Blue Bottle Samcheong Cafe
Jongno District
Oakland-born specialty pioneer's Seoul outpost in historic Bukchon, offering their signature single-origin beans with hanok rooftop views.
Open until 7:00 PM
Leesar Coffee
Jung District
Pioneering espresso bar since 2012, focusing on rich, deep espresso profiles served Italian-style at a standing bar.
Open until 8:00 PMwhyden coffee seongsu
Seongsu-dong
Seongsu specialty spot known for their signature egg cream latte and skilled baristas who remember regulars' orders.
Open until 6:00 PMSteamers Coffee Factory
Gangnam District
In-house roastery in Gangnam crafting their own beans with both indoor and outdoor seating for a proper coffee experience.
Open until 6:00 PMEspresso Focused
View all 121Die Synthese Cafe
Yongsan District
Exclusive Yemen single-origin specialist serving coffee from direct farm relationships in both espresso and filter formats.
Open until 6:00 PMBlue Bottle Seoul Station Cafe
Yongsan District
Oakland-born specialty roaster's express outpost in Seoul Station, serving signature brews and Gold Brew lattes for travelers on the go.
Open until 10:00 PMBlue Bottle Samcheong Cafe
Jongno District
Oakland-born specialty pioneer's Seoul outpost in historic Bukchon, offering their signature single-origin beans with hanok rooftop views.
Open until 7:00 PMLeesar Coffee
Jung District
Pioneering espresso bar since 2012, focusing on rich, deep espresso profiles served Italian-style at a standing bar.
Open until 8:00 PM
Ouvert Seoul
Mapo District
Mapo-gu neighborhood café serving milk-based espresso with attention to fundamentals and free Americano refills.
Open until 10:00 PMwhyden coffee seongsu
Seongsu-dong
Seongsu specialty spot known for their signature egg cream latte and skilled baristas who remember regulars' orders.
Open until 6:00 PMCafés with Food
View all 95Blue Bottle Samcheong Cafe
Jongno District
Oakland-born specialty pioneer's Seoul outpost in historic Bukchon, offering their signature single-origin beans with hanok rooftop views.
Open until 7:00 PMLeesar Coffee
Jung District
Pioneering espresso bar since 2012, focusing on rich, deep espresso profiles served Italian-style at a standing bar.
Open until 8:00 PMOuvert Seoul
Mapo District
Mapo-gu neighborhood café serving milk-based espresso with attention to fundamentals and free Americano refills.
Open until 10:00 PMwhyden coffee seongsu
Seongsu-dong
Seongsu specialty spot known for their signature egg cream latte and skilled baristas who remember regulars' orders.
Open until 6:00 PMSteamers Coffee Factory
Gangnam District
In-house roastery in Gangnam crafting their own beans with both indoor and outdoor seating for a proper coffee experience.
Open until 6:00 PM
BEAN BROTHERS Famille
Seocho District
Specialty café in Seocho District's Central City, serving Bean Brothers beans, monthly single origins, and a wide range of cakes and canelés.
Open until 10:00 PMFrequently Asked Questions
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