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The SameE: A New Cafe At YG Entertainment With Simple Chic Vibes

From delicious desserts, refreshing drinks to your favourite YG artists' merchandise. This new cafe at YG Entertainment is calling your name!

피비 @creatrip
3 years ago

YG the SameE cafe exterior with sign

YG Entertainment just opened a new cafe in front of their building for their fans to chill at.

If you are a fan of YG artists such as BLACKPINK, TREASURE, and more, you can now visit the YG building to sip a cup of coffee.

We visited the cafe the day that it opened so let's go see what it looks like!

YG the SameE cafe exterior near the YG building in Hapjeonng

YG the SameE cafe signs on the door

After a long wait, YG Entertainment finally opened up a cafe for its fans. 

The cafe is located just in front of their new headquarters in Hapjeong-dong, Seoul. 

The SameE opened on June 1. The letter "E" at the end is used to refer to fans as the 'alter ego' of artists. 

YG the SameE cafe interior seating

YG the SameE cafe two seating areas with a congratulations plant in the corner

The cafe has 3 floors in total, the 1st and 2nd floor is the cafe area and the basement is the YG merchandise store.

Walking into the cafe, you will immediately feel that you're at YG by their decorations and products on sale. 

It looks very simple and is the perfect example of "less is more".

YG the SameE cafe counter with a worker

YG the SameE cafe counter with the Alter Ego sign

YG the SameE cafe silver counter with cups

If you want to buy a souvenir from this chic cafe, you can buy glasses that are on sale on the 1st floor. 

YG the SameE cafe YG artists brand logos stuck on the counter

YG the SameE cafe donuts on display and menu

YG the SameE cafe donuts on display behind the counter

They sell donuts from the popular Old Ferry Donut shop so you know that they are delicious. 

There are 5 donuts to choose from: The SameE Donut, Creme Brulee Donut, Raspberry Donut, Peanut Butter Donut, and Butter Pistachio Donut. 

What's special about this cafe is that you can pick an artist's logo and they will stamp it on your order.

YG the SameE cafe granola container behind the counter

If you're not a fan of donuts you can opt for some granola.

YG the SameE cafe menu on the wall

YG the SameE cafe black name card

There are a variety of drinks to choose from.

Their recommended menus are Cherry Ade and Green Grape Ade. 

I was pretty shocked by how affordable the prices were.

When I first walked in, I thought their prices would be on the higher end but it was much cheaper than what I had expected.

It's a lot cheaper than some other cafes as well. 

YG the SameE cafe self-service corner

On the 1st and 2nd floors of the cafe, there is a self-service table where we can pick up water, straws, and tissues.

It's very convenient as you don't need to walk up to the counter to ask the staff for something each time. 

YG the SameE cafe ALTER EGO sign on the wall

girl posing infront of the ALTER EGO sign on the silver wall at YG the SameE cafe

After ordering some snacks and drinks, we walked around the cafe and took pictures at the Alter Ego sign. 

This spot is a major photo zone and you NEED to take a picture if you ever visit!

When we visited, there was a group of fans waiting for the artists to come out in front of the building. 

YG KRUNK sculpture at TheSameE cafe

After taking some pictures, we went back into the cafe and waited for our orders to come out.

On the way up to the 2nd floor, there was a huge model of the character KRUNK. 

YG the SameE cafe 2nd floor seating area with a screen that plays music videos

views of YG the SameE cafe

girl sitting infront of the views at YG the SameE cafe

When you walk up to the 2nd floor, you'll see a lot of seats and a large screen.

They play endless loops of YG artists' music videos.

This was a good way to kill time while we waited for our donuts!

Another huge hotspot for taking pictures is this area with a window that looks out to the YG building.

YG the SameE cafe view of YG building

YG Entertainment building exterior

girl posing infront of YG Entertainment building from YG the SameE cafe

When the weather is nice or if you just want to enjoy the view of the YG building, you can sit on the balcony.

Maybe you'll even catch a YG artist heading to work!

Most importantly, it's the perfect spot to take some pictures with the YG building as your backdrop. 

YG the SameE cafe two donuts and drinks on a black tray

When the bell vibrates, you can pick up your order.

It looks delicious, doesn't it?

We ordered the Cherry Ade and the Green Grape Ade with The SameE Donut and Raspberry Donut.

Cherry ade and Green grape ade on a black tray at YG the SameE cafe

Cherry Ade 
5,000 won

Green Grape Ade
4,500 won

When I tasted the drink, I could see why it was their most recommended menu.

The Cherry Ade had a sweet scent of cherry syrup with fresh cherries as well.

I actually don't like cherry-flavored drinks because they usually have too many artificial sweeteners but it was really delicious here.

The Grape Ade wasn't too sweet either. It was very refreshing as it was made with actual grapes.

raspberry donut and the sameE donut served on a black tray at YG the SameE cafe

The donuts look super appetizing, right? 

The SameE Donut is their signature and there's TREASURE's logo on it.

The SameE donuts with TREASURE logo at YG the SameE cafe

The SameE donut with TREASURE logo cut in half at YG the SameE cafe

The SameE Donut
5,000 won

Let's begin with their signature The SameE Donut. The flavor was tiramisu with a mild aroma of coffee.

The taste wasn't too sweet and the filling inside was very soft and delicious.

There was just the right amount of filling so it wasn't too greasy either.

The donuts were hard to cut because we didn't want to destroy the logo.

Raspberry donut being cut in half at YG the SameE cafe

Raspberry Donut
5,000 won

For those who fear eating sugar-coated donuts, we highly recommend this menu.

There is raspberry filling inside and it has a sweet and sour taste.

stairs going down to the basement at YG the SameE cafe

After we were done eating, we decided to take a walk and look around the artist's merchandise on the basement floor.

You can use the elevator or the stairs.

YG Artists merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

When we walked into the store, we were surrounded by albums of YG artists.

If you collect their albums, you'll be in paradise!

merchandise on display on white shelves at YG the SameE cafe

merchandise on display on white shelves at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

The staff told us that some items from the store weren't on display.

So if you can't find what you're looking for, you can ask the staff.

merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

Rose Gone merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

What I really liked about the shop was that the products were arranged by each artist. 

This allows fans to easily locate the products of their favorite artists.

YG lightsticks on display at YG the SameE cafe

Of course, a must-have item for fans is light sticks of their favorite artists.

If you don't already have one, you can buy one here.

BLACKPINK toy and pictures on a table at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK dolls and merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

If you're a fan of BLACKPINK, you will burn a hole in your wallet.

Whether it's photocards, dolls, or accessories, the shop has so many BLACKPINK goods to choose from!

BLACKPINK plush doll on display at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK photos on display at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

Dolls that are hard to find are also available here for purchase.

There are also sandals, portable fans, and more merchandise from the song Ice Cream.

BLACKPINK clothes and bag merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

BLACKPINK robe and eye mask set at YG the SameE cafe

Let me tell you once again if you're a BLINK, you'll go bankrupt here. 

There is also beautiful clothing here such as crop tops, short sleeves, long sleeves, and even bathrobes.

TREASURE merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

TREASURE merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

In another corner, you will find TREASURE's goods from TREASURE MAP Ep.47, a sporting event that was held with little kids.

If you want to buy a shirt or other items, there are many options that are available here but the sizes run a little large.

TREASURE hats and merchandise on display at YG the SameE cafe

TREASURE on display at YG the SameE cafe

If you're a fan of TREASURE, you'll find a lot of products to choose from as well.

The pastel colors double the cuteness of the products.

There are many essential items that are available such as socks, masks, toothbrushes, or even a headband.

TREASURE on display at YG the SameE cafe

TREASURE 2021 collection on display at YG the SameE cafe

For those who like to collect pictures or decorations for your desks such as photo frames, you can find them here.

TREASURE photo cards on display at YG the SameE cafe

TREASURE photo cards on display at YG the SameE cafe

The set of photo cards are beautiful!

It showcases each member's charms really well and I really like the pictures.

Big Bang figures on display at YG the SameE cafe

Big Bang figures on display at YG the SameE cafe

Big Bang on display at YG the SameE cafe

BIGBANG fans can also find figures of the members to take home.

The store doesn't have a price tag on it but we're sure that it's not cheap because it's so detailed and realistic!

G-Dragon on display at YG the SameE cafe

G-DRAGON's brand 'PEACEMINUSONE' is also on display here.

The price isn't too expensive and it's very cool and chic.

on display at YG the SameE cafe

Overall, there were more goods of BLACKPINK and TREASURE than other artists.

But don't worry! We had a chance to speak with the manager since we went on the very first day the cafe opened.

They asked us what we thought of their items and we recommended having more of other artists' merchandise as well.

So let's wait and see if they will put more items in the future!

plates and cups available at YG the SameE cafe

The products aren't just related to artists' goods but there are also different glasses and plates with clean designs on the 1st floor. 

black motorbike infront of white wall at YG the SameE cafe

There was a motorbike located on one side of the cafe which was a unique decoration.

YG the SameE cafe rug behind glass on the counter and staff members

TREASURE poster on the wall at YG the SameE cafe

For those who come here to shop, we recommend bringing a bag because they don't provide bags for you for free.

If you didn't bring one though, don't panic, you can buy one for only 100 won. 

The bag is true YG style with a black design and the cafe's logo.

The workers at the store asked us to get back to them with recommendations for more products!

So if you are looking for something they don't have, you can make requests during your visit. 

Girl next to staff member at YG the SameE cafe

The day that we went, we were shooting a video on our Thai YouTube channel.

The staff member was so friendly they even subscribed to our channel. 

If you're traveling in Korea, this is a cafe you can't miss, especially if you're a K-pop fan!


Information


Address: 서울시 마포구 희우정로 1길 6-3
6-3, Huiujeong-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hours: 10:00-21:00

Transportation: 10-minute walk from Hapjeong Station exit 8. 

Instagram: the SameE


How To Get There


Hapjeong Station exit 8 direction to The SameE cafe YG

Walk out of Hapjeong Station exit 8.

gas station at Hapjeong direction to The SameE cafe YG

You will see a gas station. Keep walking straight.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

You will see HOTEL CIRCLE. 

Keep walking until you come across a junction.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

Cross the road.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

Turn left after crossing.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

Turn left and continue walking straight until you reach the corner of the street.

Turn right.

YG Entertainment building direction to The SameE cafe YG

When you turn right and look to the left, you'll see the YG Entertainment building.

Walk towards it.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

You'll see a GS25 store. Continue walking straight.

direction to The SameE cafe YG

The SameE cafe will be located on the right, on the opposite side of the YG Entertainment building.


What do you think of the new cafe in front of YG Entertainment? 

Add this cafe to your list of travel plans when you're in Korea.

You'll taste some delicious desserts while splurging on YG artist merchandise.

There is also a possibility of seeing your favorite YG artists heading to work!

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