A Total Summary of New Hot Places in Seoul (Songlidangil, Sharosugil, Mangwon&Hapjeong, Euljiro, Huamdong, Manridong)

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Today, we'll walk you through the new Hot Places in Seoul. Some areas have had exquisite cafes and restaurants popping up and people have been talking about them. These cafes and restaurants are turning the once calm and serene neighbourhoods into new Hot Places. Common areas not very well known to the public are becoming more and more popular these days. Now let's have a look at these neighbourhoods that are surpassing the likes of Myeongdong, Hongdae, and Gangnam.

Seoul Attraction Sites 2019｜Seoul New Attractions 2019

1. Songlidangil (송리단길)

Right next to Jamsil, it's a place where you can find a lot of pretty spots including cafes and restaurants, not to mention the Seokchon Lake. It's been steadily popular featuring a nice walk around the Seokchon Lake and other places worth visiting. Let's take a look at what Songlidangil has to offer us.

1. Songlidangil (송리단길) - 1. Seoulism (서울리즘)

• Address : 435, Baekjegobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Mon - Thr, Sun 11:00 - 23:00 / Fri, Sat 11:00 - 24:00
• Price : Americano 7,000

First stop in Songlidangil is 'Seoulism.' Seoulism is a rooftop cafe with a splendid view. At this rooftop cafe, you'll have a clear view of Jamsil Lotte Tower. There's also a Photo Zone where you can take a picture right in front of Lotte Tower. Taking a photo for the memories here is highly recommended when you visit Seoulism.

1. Songlidangil (송리단길) - 2. Seoul Snack (서울스낵)

• Address : 23, Baekjegobun-ro 45-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Weekdays 12:00 - 23:00 break time : 15:00 - 16:00 / Weekend 12:00 - 22:00 break time 15:30 - 17:00
• Price : Jighwabuldduk (직화불떡) 6,000

A good meal at Songlidangil? We present you 'Seoul Snack,' a place where you can be served with snacks like ddukbokki, jumeokbap, and potato fries. You can also try out a fiery hot ddukbokki here. It's more than good enough to get a thumbs up recommendation. The kimchi cheese fries are excellent too. With tuna jumeokbap added, you'll be treating yourself to a hearty meal.

1. Songlidangil (송리단길) - 3. Dolcorom (돌코롬)

• Address : 4-21, Baekjegobun-ro 45-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 12:00~ 21:00 / Closed on Mondays
• Recommendations : Tangerine Tea 5,500 Tangerine Ade 6,000

Another Jeju Island in Songlidangil! It's a new cafe in Songlidangil called 'Dolcorom.' Dolcorom pulls a strong Jeju vibe right from the exterior. I'd be ready to believe that I'm in Jeju by looking at the cafe from the outside. We recommend you the tangerine tea made of tangerine here. Also take note that you'll be served a tangerine with each beverage that you order. :)

2. Sharosugil (샤로수길)

Sharosugil is nearby Seoul National University (SNU). Sharosugil is filled with diners and cafes that college students would find appealing. Also it's a comfortable area where you can enjoy a meal alone in peace.

2. Sharosugil (샤로수길) - 1. Dongyang Hamburg (동양함바그)

• Address : 94, Gwanak-ro 14-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 11:30 - 21:30
• Menu : Dongyang Hamburg (pork steak / 동양함바그) 11,000

'Dongyang Hamburg' is a cosy little restaurant. Here you'll have a delicious pork steak. You'll be immediately drawn into the visual beauty of the food. Garlic flake sprinkled on the steak in addition to a good shrimp fry! The cheese will flavour up the taste to another level. If you're searching for scent and flavour altogether, we recommend you Dongyang Hamburg.

2. Sharosugil (샤로수길) - 2. Yukchubbansang (육첩반상)

• Address : 11, Gwanak-ro 14-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Every day 11:00 - 22:00 / Break time 15:00 - 17:00
• Menu : Salt Grill dish 6,900 / Samgyub dish (삼겹반상) 7,900

A good choice if you're searching for a place to have your meal alone in Sharosugil would be 'Yukchubbansang.' Here you'll get yourself a tasty meat dish at an affordable price. Yukchubbansang serves meat dishes in the form of salt grill, samgyub (삼겹), beef galbi (소갈비) and so on, all along with a variety of side dishes. You'll be choosing your own sauces, and also have it mixed with rice in the form of sauced bibimbap. You don't get to find a place to have a good meat dish all alone so often! Try this option where you'll be having a good meal by yourself.

2. Sharosugil (샤로수길) - 3. Cafe Toast (카페토스트)

• Address : 43, Gwanak-ro 12-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 8:00 ~ 19:00 / Closed on Mondays
• Menu : Black Coffee 4,500 / Custard Pudding 4,500

'Toast' is a well known cafe in Sharosugil. The wooden interior design provides the guests with a pleasingly calm atmosphere. Toast boasts a variety of excellent desserts. The custard pudding is an absolute must that you should try. The fresh taste of the pudding still lingers on my tongue whenever I recall this cafe.

3. Mangwon & Hapjeong (망원동 & 합정)

망원역과 합정역은 같은 6호선 라인입니다. 망원동과 합정동은 걸어서 이동할 수 있는 거리로 가까운 동네입니다. 망원역과 합정역에서 가볼만한 곳들을 함께 소개해드리도록 하겠습니다.

3. Mangwon & Hapjeong (망원동 & 합정) - 1. Mangwon Market (망원시장 )

• Address : 14, Poeun-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 08:00 - 22:00

If there's one place that you should visit when visiting Mangwon, it's 'Mangwon Market.' You'll be able to fully appreciate the traditional Korean market once you step into the marketplace. It's a place where you can find everything you need, along with the warmth of the people. You're sure to lose track of time once your eyes fall upon all the food such as dakgangjeong, kalguksu, jokbal, and other snacks. :)

3. Mangwon & Hapjeong (망원동 & 합정) - 2. ZAPANGI

• Addresss : 79, World Cup-ro 13-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 10:00 - 23:00
• Menu : Jasmine Milk Tea 5,500

A pink coloured heaven that's adored by the ladies! Welcome to 'Zapangi.' You'll find that this place is unique as soon as you're at the entrance. The front door is shaped as a vending machine just like the name of the cafe (zapangi means vending machine in Korean). Once you enter, you'll be mesmerised by the beauty of the place. All the beverages and desserts served here are visually adorable just like the cafe itself. A pretty looking cafe and sweet desserts all at once? You'll definitely find it in 'Zapangi.'

3. Mangwon & Hapjeong (망원동 & 합정) - 3. Bali Super Store (발리슈퍼스토어)

• Address : 45, Yanghwa-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Weekdays 17:00 - 03:00 / Fri 17:00 - 03:00 / Sat 15:00 - 05:00 / Sun 15:00 - 03:00
• Menu : Draft Beer, Home Brewed Beer 5,900

'Bali Super Store' is a popular pub with an exotic atmosphere, situated near Hapjeong station. Home brewed beer, whisky, wine is always ready for you along with dishes like pizza, french fries, and so on. This is where you want to go when you feel like a having a good time filled with excitement under the sparkling lights.

4. Euljiro (을지로)

'Euljiro' is an area adjacent to both Dongdaemun and Myeongdong. It's impossible to leave Euljiro out of the list when you're talking about Hot Spots nowadays. Quality time is guaranteed when you're searching for the hot spots hidden between the blocks of Euljiro. Let's get to it right away.

4. Euljiro (을지로) - 1. Jan (잔)

• Address : 52, Supyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 11:30 - 24:00 / Closed on Sundays
• Menu : Jan Latte 5,000

Choose your glass and your drink will be served right where you want! That's what you get when you visit cafe 'Jan' in Euljiro. This cafe has a huge collection of vintage cups and glasses. You'll find both the cup collection and the interior design quite unique here. You just got to choose the tea cup of your choice before you place your order. Believe me, choosing your cup won't be so easy since there's a huge line up. You'll leave the cafe with some photos of the coffee you had in the cup of your choice. :)

4. Euljiro (을지로) - 2. Bunkasha (분카샤)

• Address : 20, Eulji-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Weekdays 12:00 - 23:00 / Sun 12:00 - 21:00 / Closed on Mondays
• Menu : Fruit Sandwich 8,000

The eye-catching looks of the fruit sandwich has made this cafe popular ever since the opening of the cafe! It's also extremely popular amongst foreign tourists. You won't ever regret trying out this fruit sandwich which is as delicious as it looks. The coffees also match the brilliance of the dessert, so if it's a good tea time you're looking for, you have your answer here.

4. Euljiro (을지로) - 3. Baekdugangsan (백두강산)

• Address : 22-6, Supyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Weekdays, Holidays 13:00 - 21:00 / Sun 13:00 - 20:00 / Closed on Tuesdays
• Menu : Baekdugangsan signature coffee 7,000

It's safe to say that the atmosphere at 'Baekdugangsan' is unriavlled by any other in Euljiro. It's a cafe that seems to have just popped out from a classical movie. Dark lights, burgundy couches and chairs, finally flower patterned curtains! It's definitely a unique feature of Baekdugangasan. You should try the signature coffee here. Sweet and tasty, this coffee should not be missed.

5. Huamdong (후암동)

'Huamdong' is a neighbourhood in between Sookmyung University station and Seoul station. Huamdong has as many exquisite cafes as you can ever hope for! Let's take a peak of what we mean by exquisite in Huamdong.

5. Huamdong (후암동) - 1. Ddaegaireumae (때가이르매)

• Address : 8, Duteopbawi-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Weekdays 12:00 ~ 22:00 / Sat 12:00 - 21:30 / Closed on Sundays
• Menu : Americano 5,000

'Ddaegairumae' is one of the cafes that immediately comes to mind when we think of cafes in Huamdong. Near Sookmyung University station exit 3, Ddaegairumae is always ever so popular. The desserts here are just simply adorable. A new line of cakes are always launched with each new season. Can't wait to see to what extent the owner's creativity will go to with these desserts! What are you waiting for?

5. Huamdong (후암동) - 2. Avec El (아베크엘)

• Address : 29, Duteopbawi-ro 69-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Everyday 12:00 - 20:00 / Closed on Sundays
• Menu : Ringo Latte 6,500

If you ask for a steady selling cafe in Huamdong, the answer would most probably be 'Avec El.' This cosy place fills you with the warm sunshine that comes through its windows. The cafe is known for its ringo latte which has fruits placed on top. The plating of the food and drinks are cuter than you could hope for, and I'll bet you won't be able to resist the temptation to take pictures. Highly recommended to visit during the daytime, you're more than welcome to stop by at Avec El.

5. Huamdong (후암동) - 3. Siempre Comodomingo (시엠프레꼬모도밍고)

• Address : 11, Huam-ro 34-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 12:00 - 20:00 / Closed on Mondays, and every first Tuesdays of the month
• Menu : Egg Sandwich 7,500

This cafe in Huamdong is renowned for its egg sandwiches. Besides that, the trendy interior design of the cafe and the exquisite desserts are also what makes this cafe so popular. The primary colours used here will just make your day. You'll frequently see this cafe on social media because you just won't forget their plating techniques!

6. Manridong (만리동)

The overpass 'Seoulro 7017' has been reborn as a park in the city for your relaxation. In the park you'll find a tourist info centre, cafes, magnolia arena, a small theatre, rose arena, playgrounds and other experiences and conveniences. Try out a pleasant promenade with a full view of Seoul station. Down at the end of the overpass, the road leads you to Manridong. Scroll down take a look at the hot spots in Manridong.

6. Manridong (만리동) - 1. The House 1932 (더하우스1932)

• Address : 5, Mallijae-ro 35-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : 10:00 - 22:00 / Sun 11:30 - 20:00
• Menu : Americano 4,500 / Signature Tea 7,500

'The House 1932' is definitely a Hot Place that we recommend you in Manridong. It was an old house built in 1932 during the Japanese colonial period, and is now remodeled into a cafe. On the second floor you'll find that the floor is made of tatami the Japanese floor mat which bring a unique taste to the cafe. It feels like an ordinary home, especially since the warm sunlight shines peacefulness on the visitors.

6. Manridong (만리동) - 2. Hyungsangso (현상소)

• Address : 24, Mallijae-ro 37-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Mon - Thr 12:00 - 22:00 / Fri, Sat 12:00 - 23:00 / Sun 11:00 - 22:00
• Menu : Coffees 7,000 / Glass Wine 7,000

'Hyunsangso' has steadily been quite an issue on social media. Hyunsangso is a cafe plus wine bar popular in Manridong. The delicate atmosphere pleasing your ears with jazz and the subtle lights and clean interior design is what keeps people coming. This is definitely the place to visit when you feel like updating your Instagram feed. Enjoy quality time in this serene hot spot.

6. Manridong (만리동) - 3. VERY STREET KITCHEN

• Address : 205, Mallijae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Opening Hours : Mon-Fri dinner 18:00 - 24:00 / Sat lunch 12:00 - 15:00 / Sat dinner 17:00 - 23:00 / Closed on Sundays
• Menu : Tai Pei Samgyubsal jjim (타이페이 삼겹살찜) 2,2000

A fancy restaurant in Manridong? The answer to this question would be 'Very Street Kitchen.' The classy outside of this place makes its front door itself a superb photo zone. You'll see plenty of photos of this restaurant when you look it up on social media. Very Street Kitchen specializes in fusion dishes of all kinds including gambas, samgyubsaljjim (삼겹살찜), kimchijjim (김치찜). Don't forget to drop by when you're at Manridong.

Got an idea of the new Hot Spots in Seoul?

New places worthy of a visit are emerging everyday in Seoul! Ordinary neighbourhoods are being transformed into splendid alleys to visit. We sincerely hope you'd visit the areas that suit your taste.

* Photo Sources : Instagram / Naver images provided by the stores.