There is a cafe in Seoul where it has both a traditional Korean interior but also a trendy vintage vibe. The cafe is called r.about a cafe that's already trending on Instagram. r.about renovated an old traditional Korean house (Hanok), and many Koreans visit this cafe to recollect their childhood memories. r.about's signature dessert is their famous Chocolate Brownie!

This post will give you an overview of r.about, which is a favorite among the locals. As of now, Creatrip is partnering with r.about and Creatrip members can receive a 10% discount on all orders.

r.about Itaewon

r.about Cafe in Itaewon | 10% Discount Coupon

Information

Address: 서울특별시 용산구 대사관로8길 15
15, Daesagwan-ro 8-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Hours: Everyday 11:00 - 21:00

Why We Recommend It

 It is known for its trendy, vintage-style interior design. Many Korean Instagrammers already uploaded thousands of photos of r.about, and the place instantly became a social media phenomenon. People from all over Korea come to take photos here.

r.about's chocolate brownie is very sticky and thick. If you prefer a dark and thick brownie, you will love it here.

r.about has interesting antiques, furniture, and decors. If you want to see what the typical family house looked like in the old days in Korea, you should stop by r.about.

You can both taste and purchase fresh beans imported from abroad at the store. (May differ by store).

Things to Keep In Mind

Present the coupon to the cashier when paying the bill.

This coupon can be used in both Itaewon and Sinsa r.about branches.

There is no need to make a reservation beforehand.

If an issue occurs when using the coupon, contact us at help@creatrip.com.

Price

Our Visit

I was able to see this worn-out house (r.about) after a short walk from Itaewon Station Exit 3. At first, I wasn't sure if this was the place I was looking for. After seeing the sign 'r.about,' I slowly walked into the cafe. I was very proud of myself that I found this place without getting lost.

As I entered the cafe, I was able to feel the unique vibe of this cafe. The interior design was a bit rough, but I was still able to feel the designer's warm touches through the vintage antiques.

The tables and chairs got along well with the ornamental plants. I am into interior designs, so I was able to spot the designer's thoughtful juxtaposition through the point decors. At first, you will get the impression that there is a harmonized theme for the interior design. As you look closer, you will be able to find the designer's cute details. The plants fixated on the ceiling also adds a natural tone.

I really liked the details of the interior design here, so I took a lot of photos.

Now, you should not leave this cafe unless you've tasted the famous Chocolate Brownie. First off, the pour-over and flat white coffee are the two best-selling drinks at r.about. The pour-over is simply drip coffee. You can choose one of the two coffee beans for the drip coffee, and the barista can change the level of acidity for you. Oh, and they use the famous Fritz coffee beans! If you are a fan of this brand, you can buy the beans from this cafe.

Do you see the sticky notes on the wall? Those are all r.about regulars' coupon stamps. If you don't want to carry the coupon around, you can keep it at the cashier. You can see that this place has so many regulars!

I ordered the brownie and flat white coffee. The manager gave me a bunch of lavenders so that I could take a more sophisticated photo (I hereby give my photo credit to the manager, who was so kind!).   

Of course, I took a million photos before I start digging in.

The Chocolate Brownie (5,000KRW) was very sticky and thick. The extremely dry (with a lot of crumbs) or fluid-like brownies are not so appealing to me so this Brownie definitely did its part.  I think those who love dark chocolate would go crazy over this! I finally understood why this Brownie had sensational reactions from the many social media channels in Korea.

The Flat White (5,000KRW) came with cute heart-shaped latte art. Flat White coffee tasted a bit bitter and nutty. I would recommend this drink for those who prefer latte over Americano. Pour-over coffee is also popular, but I couldn't try it this time. I've decided to come back to try the pour-over coffee.

I am going to end this post by sharing this cute interior detail I found at r.about.

Do you see the photos shown below the word "CAST"? These are actually people who are not actors and actresses, but rather the cafe manager and baristas!   They also wrote specific roles, like "Witch" or "Beauty." The barista whose role was the "Beauty" took my order, and I completely understood why they were calling him a beauty.   

So far, I've introduced you r.about, the hip cafe in Itaewon. Some people travel far distances to take a brief break away from the busy city dwellers' daily lives. Creatrip members can receive an exclusive 10% discount on all menu on weekday orders. Make sure you get the discount by following the instructions below.

How to Get There

About a 10-minute walk from Itaewon Station Exit 3 of Line 6.

① Exit from Itaewon Station Exit 3 and walk straight. Move toward the hill on the right side.
② Walk toward the left side of the hill.	③ Walk along the stairs.	④ Walk to the right side towards the Opera House.

r.about Cafe in Itaewon

r.about Cafe in Itaewon | 10% Discount Coupon

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