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Cafe Hopping By Colour In Seoul From Flowery Pink To Refreshing Summer Blue

All your favourite colored themed cafes in Seoul that have the best photo zones!

Soobin Cho
2 years ago

outdoor seating with plants on ceiling Mamma Mia, apgujeong

Are you sick of going to the same cafes every day?

Check out our list of unique cafes in Seoul categorized by each color to make your trips to the cafe even more exciting!


Pink


In this section, we have two cafes. One in light pink and the other in hot pink. Pick your favourite!

Rachel's Kitchen Hongdae

soft pink door exterior of Rachel's kitchen cafe

Address: 서울 마포구 와우산로 29길 47

Hours: 11:30-22:00
Last Order: 21:00

photo zone with mirror Rachel's Kitchen Hongdae

Rachel's Kitchen has branches all around Seoul. It's well-known for its beautiful soft baby pink theme and its spongy soufflé.

interior with seats Rachel's kitchen Hongdae

Most of their seats are available on the second floor. The space feels very light and bright with its big windows which allow for plenty of sunlight to shine through. 

soufflé's Rachel's Kitchen Hongdae

soufflé's  Rachel's Kitchen Hongdae

There are many lovely corners for you to relax and take pictures. 

The cafe is famous for its soufflés so we ordered their Miracle Soufflé (기적의 팬케이크), Strawberry Latte (딸기친구딸기), and an Americano

The portions are big enough for 2-3 people to share and it was delicious! 

Mamma Mia

pink exterior Mamma Mia, apgujeong

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로 42길 45

Hours: 10:00-23:00

girl posing infront of Mamma Mia, apgujeong

Although this cafe opened not too long ago, it has already gained a lot of popularity. You have to take a photo outside this eye-catching hot pink exterior!

It also gained a lot of hype after Blackpink Rosé and Girl's Day Hyeri visited.

bakery on counter Mamma Mia, apgujeong

There's a wide variety of cute desserts that are impossible to resist! Just grab a tray and tongs and pick out your favorites. 

outdoor seating with plants on ceiling Mamma Mia, apgujeong

second floor cafe Mamma Mia, apgujeong

The cafe consists of 3 zones. The first floor has indoor and outdoor seating, and the second floor has indoor seating.

desserts on a tray at Mamma Mia, apgujeong

We ordered their Carrot Cake, Strawberry Cruffin, and Strawberry Latte!

With its wide range of cute desserts that are just as delicious and its beautiful seating areas, this cafe is definitely worth a visit! 


Orange 


ARK OF BROTHERS

ark of brothers cafe exterior orange door and seats

Address: 서울특별시 영등포구 양평동1가 219-4

Hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue-Fri: 11:00-19:00
Sat-Sun: 12:00-19:00

Instagram: @arkofbrothers

ark of brothers interior grey cabinets and posters

Their interior is mostly grey and orange, which complement each other very nicely. 

The posters on the walls fit perfectly well with their theme which was very cool to see. 

ark of brothers menu and stickers on table

There are a variety of drinks that are much cheaper than other cafes in Seoul.

There are other stickers and merchandise made by the cafe that you can purchase as well.

ark of brothers drink sunset Ade and lotus biscuit smores

I ordered their signature drink, Sunset Ade and S'more Lotus Cookies! Both look so aesthetically pleasing, right? 


PAINT COFFEE

paint cafe entrance in korea

Address: 서울특별시 성동구 왕십리 도성동 무학로10길 24

Hours:
Mon-Tue: 09:00-20:30
Wed: Closed
Thu-Sun: 09:00-20:30

Instagram: @paintcoffee01

paint cafe coffee counter

PAINT has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere with its message that reads, "Paint your moment with a cup of coffee." 

They stick with their orange theme through ivory-tone walls and wood. The color combination made my heart warm.

paint cafe in korea chairs

They also have their own merchandise and to fit their concept of PAINT, paint supplies are displayed to enhance the interior. 

paint latte, quattro cheese scones

This is their signature Paint Latte and Quattro Cheese Scones! Looks delicious, right? 


Yellow


Butter Book

butter book cafe exterior

Address: 서울특별시 해방촌 용산구 신흥로15길 20

Hours: 
Tue-Sun: 11:00-20:00
Mon: Closed

Instagram: @butterbook.kr

butter book cafe

Butter Book is a very popular cafe among locals located near Noksapyeong Station. 

Its lemon-colored entrance brightened up my mood and felt like I was in a fairytale!

butter book cafe dessert

Although most of their drinks are bottled milk, they are famous for their desserts!

butter book cafe doughnuts and coffee

We ordered a Raspberry Doughnut and Black Sesame Ice Cream with a bottle of Milk Tea

On a score of 10, we rate this cafe a solid 9.5. The desserts and drinks tasted amazing but there was a lack of variety in drinks. Also, since we went quite early in the morning, the desserts weren't fully prepared.


Riverway

Riverway cafe in korea

Location: 서울 마포구 합정동 410-17 

Hours: 
Mon: Closed
Tue-Fri: 12:00-22:00
Sat-Sun: 12:30-21:00

Riverway cafer interior

This is a small vegetarian cafe run by a Korean and Columbian couple. 

There are usually long queues on weekends so we recommend going on a weekday. 

Riverway cafe wall decoration travel photos and tickets

The cafe showcases the couple's travel history on its walls which was so beautiful. 

Riverway cafe coupon

We ordered their signature menu Riverway Granola Bowl with a cup of Green Tea Latte.

With every order, you'll get these cute coupons! If you collect 8 of these, you can get a free cup of Americano!


Cafe Birkin 

cafe birkin

Address: 서울 마포구 양화로6길 28

Hours: 11:00-23:00

Instagram: @cafe.birkin

cafe birkin desserts

This cafe is located near Sangsu Station. The reviews are quite high with a score of 4.4 out of 5.0!

Their menu is written in English and Korean so it's convenient to place an order.

cafe birkin desserts and drinks on a white table

We picked the Monster Cookie, Grapefruit Ade, and Sweet Cream Mugwort Latte. 

The Monster Cookie is a MUST order item, and the drinks were delicious too. 


Green


CAFE KNOTTED

People lining up at Knotted Doughnut Shop in Samseong, Gangnam

Address: 서울 강남구 테헤란로103길 9

Hours: 10:00-21:00

The green interior of Knotted in Samseong, Gangnam near COEX

This doughnut franchise is super trendy in Seoul right now!

Croissants on display at Knotted in Samseong

Not only do they have doughnuts, but they also have loads of other options like cakes, croissants, scones, brownies, and more!

Knotted pink box and donut served on a brown tray in Samseong, Gangnam

Take-out doughnuts at Knotted

The doughnuts are around 3,000 won each, which is reasonably priced.

We only wished the doughnuts were a bit more flavorful, and the coffee was quite mediocre.


TALK NONSENSE

Green entrance cafe talk nonsense

Address: 서울 동작구 흑석로8길 7

Hours:
Mon-Sat: 12:00-22:00
Sun: Closed

cafe talknonsense green interior counter

Hidden away in a small alleyway, you can easily spot this cafe which stands out from the rest. 

cafe talk nonsense cake, coffee and milk tea on white table by big window

There are little artistic touches all around the cafe.

It's also pet-friendly and environmentally friendly as well. The cafe aims for zero waste! Our drinks came with a metal straw and reusable green coasters. 


CACHI

CACHI flower shop in Gangnam with a green exterior

Address: 서울 강남구 봉은사로4길 23

Hours: 11:00-22:00

CACHI in Gangnam's flower counter

Cachi is a cafe by day and bar by night where patrons stop by throughout the day, whether it's for a refreshing cup of tea or a glass of wine.

You can even purchase premade flower bouquets or request a design of your preference at the cafe.

Outdoor seating at CACHI Gangnam with wooden tables and green plants

When the weather is nice, you can take advantage of its cute outdoor seating area.

Iced tea, croffle with cheese cream and strawberries on top, served with maple syrup in gangnam

We ordered the Passion Fruit and Rose Iced Tea and Strawberry Cheese Cream Croffle which were delicious!


Blue


T(ER)T(RE)

T(ER)T(RE) butter croissant and apple cinnamon drink on tray outside

Address: 서울 종로구 낙산5길 46

Hours: 11:30-22:00

Instagram: @tertre_cafe

View from T(ER)T(RE) seating area

Cafe T(ER)T(RE) is located on top of a hill that's worth the climb for its beautiful view! 

You can sit back and relax while enjoying this insane view of the city. You can even see the N Seoul Tower from a distance. 

rooftop views T(ER)T(RE)

T(ER)T(RE) apple cinnamon drink and butter croissant drink on tray outside

The cafe has a rooftop that doesn't have too many seats but perfect for a nice day out. 

We ordered their Butter Croissant and Cinnamon Apple Drink which was quite expensive but worth it in my opinion. 


DEEP BLUE LAKE

exterior DEEP BLUE LAKE

Address: 서울 마포구 포은로6길 11

Hours: 11:00-21:30

Instagram: @deepbluelakecoffee

coffee sign DEEP BLUE LAKE

This cafe also specializes in coffee beans that you can purchase at reasonable prices.

blue cushions on seats DEEP BLUE LAKE

The interior is very trendy and calming. The main colors are black and white, as you can tell, which is a color combination that's known to make people feel relaxed and peaceful.

drinks and book on table DEEP BLUE LAKE

I ordered their Chocolate Milk and Brownie which wasn't too sweet and satisfied my sweet tooth just right. 

DEEP BLUE LAKE round sticker

This cafe was perfect to re-energize and I recommend it for those who want to go to a peaceful cafe. 


Purple


Cafe Monstercat

Cafe Monstercat

Address: 서울 마포구 홍익로 13-12

Hours: 
Thu-Sun: 13:00-20:00
Mon-Wed: Closed

Instagram: @cafe_monstercat

Cafe Monstercat mirror

This is a very cute cafe popular among locals in Korea located near Hongdae Station.

The owner of the cafe is Kwak Tori (곽토리), a popular creator on YouTube. 

Cafe Monstercat  counter menu ingredients with cat

The cafe only has drinks and no desserts, but if you love cute things and the color purple, you'll be in love as soon as you walk through the doors.

Cafe Monstercat drinks

This is their signature menu, Lavender Yogurt Smoothie and Jasmine Grapefruit Soda.

Cafe Monstercat mirror photo zone

There are also plenty of photo zones for you to take pictures!


Be Purplebe purple

Address: 서울 은평구 통일로 633

Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10:00-22:00
Sat-Sun: 11:00-22:00 

Instagram: @bepurple_cafe

Be purple cafe purple interior

This is the first cafe to come up on NAVER when you search "Purple Cafes in Seoul." It's a very large cafe that can accommodate a large number of people. 

Be purple cafe interior

Be purple cafe neon sign

It has many popular areas for you to take your pictures! 

Be purple cafe strawberry croffle and latte

We ordered the Strawberry Latte, which is their seasonal drink, Strawberry Croffle, their most recommended menu, and a Latte!


Tape

seoul tape cafe interior

Address: 서울 용산구 이태원로 14길 21

Hours: 12:00-22:00

Instagram: @tapeseoul

seoul tape cafe interior seats

We specifically recommend this cafe for all those who love art and are creative individuals. They frequently hold different art exhibitions in their cafe and you can even purchase different artworks here.

The cafe isn't too large but has a lot of seats. 

seoul tape cafe galaxy cake

seoul tape cafe drinks and dessert

They're mostly known for these crazy galaxy cakes! 

We ordered their Strawberry Cheesecake and Chocolate Hazelnut Cake. 

seoul tape cafe LED purple screen

If you come during the daytime, you can see this purple LED wall that's more vibrant when there's sunlight shining in.

But if you decide to come during the late afternoon, you can also enjoy the rooftop area where you will see a beautiful view of Itaewon.


That concludes our list of fun cafes categorized by each color!

We hope that you found this list useful in picking out which cafe you'd like to visit next in the city.

Korea is full of beautiful cafes with delicious desserts and drinks to choose from!

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