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Best Coffee Shops in Seoul: All 4 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns 10 Best Cafes in Seoul | Korea from XL Journal into a practical cafe map with 4 saved spots around Seoul. The mapped places include a cafe stop and a bagel shop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What this map is good for
- Planning a cafe stop or short itinerary in Seoul.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 4 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Soha Salt Pond Ikseon-dong
Cafe in 21-5 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea, Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Mooni Apgujeong
Cafe in 16 Apgujeong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea, Apgujeong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - London Bagel Museum Anguk
Bagel Shop in 20 Bukchon-ro 4-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea, Bukchon-ro 4-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Teddy Beurre House
Cafeteria in South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, Hangang-daero 40ga-gil, 42 1층, Hangang-daero 40ga-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours: Hours available
Planning notes for Seoul
Seoul is a city with a documented history spanning over 2,000 years, established as a capital in 18 BCE by the Baekje Kingdom and later designated the capital of the Joseon Dynasty in 1394. The city's historical heritage is centered on its five royal palaces—Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung.
Must-try foods nearby
- Myeongdong Kalguksu (Knife-Cut Noodles)
A comforting bowl of handmade, wheat-flour noodles served in a rich, velvety chicken broth. - Ganjang Gejang (Soy-Marinated Raw Crab)
Often called the 'Rice Thief' because the salty, umami-rich sauce compels you to eat endless bowls of rice. Fresh raw crabs are marinated in a secret soy sauce blend. - Hanwoo Beef (Korean Native Cattle)
Korea’s answer to Wagyu, Hanwoo is prized for its perfect balance of marbling and deep beefy flavor. - Yukhoe Tangtangi (Beef Tartare with Live Octopus)
An adventurous and iconic dish from Gwangjang Market. It features seasoned raw beef (yukhoe) topped with freshly chopped long-arm octopus (sannakji) that is still moving. - Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes)
The ultimate street food. Chewy, cylindrical rice cakes are simmered in a thick, sweet, and spicy gochujang sauce.
When to go: The best times to visit Seoul are during the spring (April to June) for cherry blossoms and autumn (September to November) for vibrant fall foliage and mild, clear skies. You should avoid the humid monsoon season in July and August.
Local tips
- Purchase a T-money or Climate Card for seamless public transport, as most buses and subways do not accept cash.
- Avoid tipping at restaurants and cafes, as it is not customary and can sometimes be perceived as awkward or rude.
- Use both hands when giving or receiving items like money, credit cards, or drinks to show respect.
- Press the call button on your dining table to summon a server instead of waiting for them to check on you.
What travelers are noticing
- Centre Pompidou Hanwha Seoul: A major new art landmark opening in June 2026 inside the 63 Building, featuring modern and contemporary masterpieces from the Paris collection.
- Seongsu-dong Pop-up Culture: The 'Brooklyn of Seoul' continues to trend with high-concept flagship stores like HAUS NOWHERE and weekly viral fashion and K-pop pop-up events.
- Skyview Observatories: A city-wide rollout of 12 new panoramic mountain-top decks, including the Namsan Sky Forest and Haneul Stairway, offering futuristic views of the skyline.
Extra place context
- London Bagel Museum
Known for: K-Style Salt Bread (Sogeum-ppang). Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and K-Style Salt Bread (Sogeum-ppang)
Official tourism resource
The official travel guide to Seoul, operated by the Seoul Tourism Organization, providing information on attractions, food, and festivals.
Planning questions
Where did XL Journal eat in Seoul?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Seoul.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this cafe map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.