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5 World-Class Roastery Cafes That Landed in Korea

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Now, representative roastery cafes from all over the world are appearing in Korea. Here are five places worth visiting.

RDBK(divisor)

RDBK is where you can enjoy Australian specialty coffee. It is a good place to have a quiet conversation or read a book. Location: 13 Dongho-ro 17-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, 1st floor Business hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-19:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-20:00

리틀포레스트 카페&델리-Littleforest Cafe&Deli

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Specialty coffee brand RDBK from Australia. There were four kinds of coffee beans, so it was nice to have a wide range of choices. For those who like fresh and bright latte, I recommend ROGUE beans! The selection of desserts is very narrow. When I went there were only 2 types of brownies. I think it's a place more focused on coffee😃

It was so refreshing to see the sunlight coming in through the big windows in the red brick building and the trees rustling! I think it will be a satisfactory space for those who are uncomfortable working in a stuffy place or who like to work in an open place.

🔌Outlet: There are not many outlets, so I recommend that you fully charge it!

🎶 Atmosphere: The music is loud, and K-pop, hip-hop, and pop songs all play evenly. When I visited, it was around lunchtime on a weekend, and the ratio was 5 people talking to 5 people using laptops!

🪑Table, Chair: The height of the chair and table is suitable for working. The table for two by the window felt a little cramped for a laptop with two people.

Weekdays 11:00-19:00, Weekends 10:00-20:00
Americano 5.0, Brownie 6.0
255m from Exit 5 of Dongguk University Station
If you go up to the sidewalk from a nearby Audi store, there is a parking space in front of the store.
wifi available

Birch Coffee (Seongsu)

This is Birch Coffee, a roastery cafe in Manhattan, New York. They sell various goods in a large window filled with sunlight. Location: 1st floor, 27 Seongsu-iro 16-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul Opening hours: 10:30-22:00 every day (closed every Monday)

Birch Coffee

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Birch Coffee, a leading representative of local coffee in Manhattan, New York, has opened in Seongsu-dong. It has opened relatively small, utilizing two spaces on the first and second floors, with interiors designed to let in good natural light, making any seat atmospheric. The coffee is impressive with its non-acidic, nutty, and heavy body, and you can enjoy various coffees including cortados.

Molto (Myeongdong)

This is Italian espresso bar Molto. It is a very famous place for its photo zone with a cathedral view. Location: 3rd floor, 73 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul Business hours: Mon-Sat 10:30-19:30 (Closed on Sundays)

Molto Italian Espresso Bar

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For a cup of espresso, this is Italy! 🇮🇹

Closed January, 9-21

Durban Berlin (Seongsu)

This is the 3rd largest roastery cafe in Germany, The Van Berlin. The combination of exposed interior and wood tone gives a warm feeling. Location: 31-22, Ttukseom-ro 17-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul Opening hours: 10:00~18:00 every day

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The first flagship store of 'The Barn', a leading European specialty roastery from Germany, has landed in Seongsu-dong. The Barn Berlin Seongsu, a flagship store and cafe in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, allows you to enjoy specialty coffee from Germany that leads the European coffee culture. This place, remodeled from an old Korean house, impresses with its original exposed concrete interior harmoniously utilized with white and wood, creating a comfortable and warm atmosphere. Additionally, stylish wooden furniture adds an elegant touch to the space. A dumbwaiter for food/dish transportation is also installed inside to consider the movement of employees and customers. At this place where single-origin coffee is featured, you can take your time to properly understand and taste the aroma and flavor of coffee. It would be great if you could experience the best coffee roasted only with single-origin beans. Address: 31-22, Ttukseom-ro 17-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul Operating hours: 11:00 - 22:00 (Daily)

Terre Cafe (Yangjae)

Terre Cafe offers French specialty coffee. The terrace and blue interior give you a French feel. Location: 111 Yangjaecheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul Opening hours: 10:00~18:00 every day

Terres de Cafe Yangjae

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A space located in Yangjae-dong, where you can enjoy French specialty coffee with Parisian sentiment. 'Terre de Cafe', known for its French specialty coffee, has opened its 'Terre de Cafe Yangjae 1st Store', which is the first store in Korea and also in Asia. The atmosphere that makes you feel like you're in Paris, the service from friendly staff, and the really delicious coffee were great aspects of enjoying the space. A little Paris in Yangjae-dong.