Yeonnam-dong is one of Seoul‘s trendiest neighborhoods, popular with people of all ages. Nestled just north of the bustling Hongdae area, it is celebrated for its vibrant cafe culture and artistic atmosphere. If you prefer a quieter and relaxed environment, Yeonnam-dong is the place to be. There are lots of cafes where you can get the perfect Instagram picture, study for an exam, or enjoy innovative drinks and desserts.
The easiest way to get there is by taking Line 2, AREX, or the Gyeongui-Jungang Line to Hongik University Station and coming out of exit 3. This will bring you to the Gyeongui Line Forest Park, where the cafes are within a short walk of this exit.
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1. Cafe Jamjam
2. Cafe Teteum
3. Seoul Pastry
4. Coffee Nap Roasters Yeonnam
5. Banana Haruki
1. Cafe Jamjam
| Address: 24 Seongmisan-ro 29-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, B1 (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 10:000-22:00
| Recommended Menu: Strawberry crumble (₩12,000), Strawberry pancake (₩12,000), Ugly French Toast (₩15,000)
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Jamjam is a stylish all-day brunch spot that has a silver-black monochrome interior, creative drinks, and decadent desserts. It’s a pet-friendly spot and is loved by visitors for its cozy ambiance. They offer an all-day brunch, with delicious best-selling menus like strawberry crumble, which has brioche, whipped cream, soft ice cream, and fruits, and ugly French toast, which has jambon, bacon, mushroom soup, and egg yolk. It’s a great place to wind down and spend a leisurely afternoon!
2. Cafe Teteum
| Address: 1F-2F, 15 Donggyo-ro 36-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 12:000-19:00
| Recommended Menu: Bebe Milk Tea (₩8,000), Bebe Cube Latte (₩8,000), Pancake Plate (₩15,000)
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Cafe Teteum is an adorable bear-themed cafe and stationery store, with bear motifs featured on its decor, menu, and merchandise. Everything from the furniture to drinks to ice cubes is decked out with adorable bears. The first floor is a stationery and gift shop that sells items like stickers, laptop sleeves, phone cases, mugs, tote bags, and more. You can even make your very own keychain! There’s also a photo booth outside with frames that feature the same bear motifs on the frames. If you love cute things, this place will be like heaven for you.
3. Seoul Pastry
| Address: 10, Donggyo-ro 41-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 1st floor (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-21:00
| Recommended Menu: Creme Brulee coconut (₩5,600), Glazed cronut (₩4,400), Cinnamon cronut (₩4,500)
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Seoul Pastry has quickly gained popularity for its high-quality pastries with a creative twist, which are a blend of French baking techniques and Korean flavors. The atmosphere is cozy and trendy, and they are especially popular in spring and winter as they serve special themed pastries like cherry blossom cronuts in spring and gingerbread macarons in winter. There’s also a terrace that pairs perfectly with Yeonnam-dong’s cherry blossom path.
4. Coffee Nap Roasters Yeonnam
| Address: 70 Seongmisan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-17:30, Sat-Sun 11:00-18:30
| Recommended Menu: Barista’s recommendation filter coffee (₩6,000), Espresso (₩5,000)
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If you take your coffee seriously, Coffee Nap Roasters is the place to be. The “brick hill”, a seating area constructed from 7,000 red bricks, creates an Instagrammable environment. What also makes this cafe unique is that they eliminate traditional tables and chairs, letting guests choose their own spots to sit and relax, much like resting on a hillside. As for their coffee, they are recognized for their high-quality, house-roasted beans, with a menu focused on specialty coffee and some tea and non-coffee drinks like vin chaud and apple tea.
5. Banana Haruki
| Address: 3F, 6, Donggyo-ro 38-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Tues-Sat 12:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-21:00 (Mon off)
| Recommended Menu: Taste of summer (₩9,500), Fruits (₩9,500)
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If you love cake, you’ll love Banana Haruki. It’s a highly popular dessert cafe known for its visually appealing and delicious cakes, which are displayed in a pastel-colored showcase. Many of the cakes are topped with fresh fruits and are super colorful, with pastel pink layers and baby blue icing. The space is small, so it’s an ideal spot to quickly pop in for a drink and dessert.
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Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, a dessert lover, or simply looking for the perfect photo spot, Yeonnam-dong’s cafe scene offers something special for everyone. Head over to Trazy.com, Korea’s #1 Travel Shop, to plan your trip to Korea, as a multitude of gorgeous cafes await.
