Sinsa & Apgujeong Cafe Guide | Locals' Recommendations

Apgujeong and Sinsa are popular areas with both tourists and Koreans.

There are tons of trendy cafes with unique menu items here.

Today we have compiled a list of the best ones, with not just delicious food and drinks, but also the best interior design and atmosphere.

Dalmation

달마시안

One of the most popular cafes on social media in Korea right now is Dalmation in Apgujeong.

At first glance, you can see why!

There is seating both in front of the shop and on the second floor. The second floor has a balcony seat!

The decor and atmosphere here feels European, which is fun and different.

There are also many great places to pose for photos for IG!

Dalmation is known for their brunch menu. Although the prices are high, it is worth it because taste and presentation are equally gorgeous and the ingredients are high quality.

We recommend the Crunchy French Toast (17,000 KRW) and Salmon Open Toast (17,000 KRW).

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로42길 42
42 Apgujeong-ro 42-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 08:00-22:00

How To Get There: Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 5

Park 913
파크913

If you're looking for an upscale cafe in Apgujeong where you can take in the beautiful views of Seoul, Park 913 is a popular place for Koreans to chill

You can enjoy the cityscape during the day and the night too.

The cafe is located on the rooftop and when the weather is good, they open the sunroof, making it even more pleasant.

The decor is elegant and the service is excellent. We were very impressed.

If you come here, you will be very luck if you get to sit by the window because the view is lovely and photos come out really well.

This cafe offers food, snacks, and drinks.

We ordered a Citron Ade (13,000 KRW) and Blueberry Ade (13,000 KRw) and for dessert, we go the Mango Bingsu (25,000 KRW).

Address: 서울 강남구 선릉로152길 30 5층
5F 30 Seolleung-ro 152-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 14:00-22:00

How To Get There: Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 4

Nudake Haus Dosan

Most of you have probably heard of the eyewear brand Gentle Monster, but did you know they have a cafe as well?

Nudake Haus Dosan has become a hot trend in Korea lately, thanks in part to celebrities who have visited such as Treasure and iKON.

If you want to check this place out, we recommend you get here early before they open, otherwise there will be a wait to get in and they may sell out of popular menu items!

Their signature menu item is called the Peak (small size 23,000 KRW), which is a black croissant with green tea cream.

The menu items here are not just delicious, but also like works of art.

Their signature drinks are the Dutch Black (7,000 KRW), Nu Truffle (9,000 KRW) and Blooming Berry (6,500 KRW).

You can also do some shopping while you're here. There are many different Gentle Monster glasses for sale and on the top floor, Tamburins products are available.

You can check out our full review of Nudake Haus Dosan here.

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로46길 50 하우스 도산 B1
B1 50 Apgujeong-ro 46-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 11:00-21:00 (last order 20:45)
Closed Mondays

How To Get There: Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 5

Mamma Mia
맘마미아

This pink cafe has many desserts available, and Blackpink's Rosé and Girl's Day's Hyeri have been here!

There are several seating areas in the shop, each with different style of decor. They are all gorgeous and perfect for taking photos.

The desserts here are very lovely and cute to look at and also super tasty.

It took us a while to decide what to order because it all looked so good. In the end we settled on the carrot cake (8,500 KRW), strawberry cruffin (4,500 KRW), and strawberry latte (8,000 KRW)

To see more details on this and other pink cafes, click here.

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로42길 45

Hours: 10:00-23:00

How To Get There: Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 5

Cafe Camptong
카페캠프통

Cafe Camptong in the Apgujeong Rodeo area was the filming location for RUN BTS episodes 118 and 119!

But even if you aren't a BTS fan, this is a great cafe with a chill vibe that anyone can enjoy.

The cafe is huge, with 5 floors in total, so you can be sure there will be seats.

The shop is simply decorated and has a rooftop deck where you can take beautiful pictures as well.

In addition to BTS, Girls' Generation has been here to shoot Yoo Jae Suk's You Quiz On The Block.

We ordered a chocolate latte (6,500 KRW), their signature drink which has a rich chocolate flavor. We also got the matcha chocolate latte (6,500 KRW) which is a perfect blend of green tea and chocolate flavors.

As for dessert, we got he mini Earl Grey Bread (4,200 KRW) and egg tart (4,600 KRW). The Earl Grey Bread is filled with a soft cream and was delicious. The egg tart is a best seller and it was evident why at first taste!

You can read our full review of Cafe Camptong here.

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로42길 27
27 Apgujeong-ro 42-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 11:30-19:00 (last order 18:30)

How To Get There: 11 minutes by foot from Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 5; 4 minutes by foot from Apgujeong Police Branch Office Bus Stop (압구정파출소 정류장)

Baskin Robbins Brown
배스킨라빈스 BROWN 청담점

Baskin Robbins is all over Korea, and they have many flavors unique to Korea.

The inside of this shop is spacious and there are different types of seats to choose from, including sofas and window tables.

Lots of idols have visited here as well, including iKON's Bobby, Blackpink, Cha Eun-woo, Girls' Generation's Tiffany, and many more.

But what's really special about this branch is that they have over 100 flavors to choose from!

We recommend the flavor sampler because you can try 10 different flavors for 12,000 KRW.

Address: 서울 강남구 도산대로 327
327 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 09:00-23:00

How To Get There: Apgujeong Rodeo Station (압구정로데오역) Exit 5

Tongue Planet

통플래닛

The clothing brand Ader Error's cafe in Sinsa, Tongue Planet, is one of the hippest cafes worth visiting.

The cafe has a lot of seats to choose from because there are multiple floors, with balconies and a rooftop as well. The tables and seats combine art and functionality perfectly.

There are different rooms with different themes, so you can pick a seat in whichever area you vibe with.

Don't miss out on ordering the Tongue Emoji Cake (12,000 KRW), their signature menu item. It's a soft sponge cake with mango and a coconut cream frosting.

To drink, why not try a refreshing Space Frozen (8,500 KRW) or Honolulu (8,500 KRW)?

And of course, while you're here you can also browse Ader Error's clothing, which is very popular with celebrities.

Address: 서울 강남구 도산대로11길 31 4층
4F 31 Dosan-daero 11-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 13:00-21:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

C27

C27 is one of the most famous cafes on Garosugil Street in Sinsadong. It's name comes from the 27 different kinds of cheesecake that this shop sells. The cheesecake is very popular and keeps the shop crowded during peak hours.

This place is a cheesecake-lover's paradise!

We recommend trying the plain cheesecake (8,900 KRW), which containts 70% cheese, and the Oreo cheesecake (8,900 KRW), which has the perfect combo of cheese and chocolate. The taste is very addictive!

The interior of the store is also very aesthetically pleasing, with a different theme on each floor, making it a fun and enjoyable place to take photos! You can check out our full review here.

Address: 서울 강남구 도산대로15길 39
39 Dosan-daero 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 10:00-01:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

r.about
아러바우트

Coffee-lovers will surely fall in love with the aroma and taste of coffee at r.about, because coffee is what this cafe is all about.

The shop is decorated beautifully, and although small, it is warm, bright, and cozy and the natural wood creates a simple, comfortable vibe.

While they are best known for their coffee, the do have other items available too.

We ordred a flat white (6,500 KRW) and mulled tea (6,500 KRW). The coffee was strong and the iced tea very refreshing.

Read more about r.about in our full blog.

Address: 서울특별시 강남구 신사동 545-18
545-18 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 11:00-20:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

Promo: 10% coupon for Creatrip members

Super Matcha
슈퍼말차

For anyone who loves green tea, Super Matcha is a shop we highly recommend.

Every cup of green tea is carefully made by the staff who measure ingredients to ensure consistent quality. You can see the drinks being made as well because of the open kitchen.

Their classic menu items are the Super Matcha (5,500 KRW) and Grand Matcha (6,000 KRW) and both are delicious.

Plus, the building the cafe is located in has a really nice rooftop area, so don't miss it when you visit.

Read our full review here.

Address: 서울특별시 강남구 신사동 545-18
545-18 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours:
Mon-Fri 11:00-20:00
Sat-Sun 11:00-21:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

Promo: 10% off coupon for Creatrip members

Maman Gateau

Maman Gateau has been popular since its opening in 2011 and now has two branches in Sinsa and Gangnam.

They are known for their caramel themed menu items.

The shop's caramel is handmade and does not contain any of the commercial chemical ingredients. When you taste their treats, you will immediately be able to tell the high quality ingredients and the care that goes into them.

We recommend the Milk Caramel Roll (7,000 KRW) and the Caramel Bingsu (15,000 KRW), the most popular items at the cafe.

They also have other gorgeous and tasty desserts like this Hazelnut Caramel Tart (7,800 KRW) and the Matcha Caramel Roll Cake (7,000 KRW).

Read our full review of Maman Gateau here.

Address: 서울 강남구 압구정로10길 30-12
30-12 Apgujeong-ro 10-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 12:00-22:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

Cafe Zelda

Cafe Zelda is located on the second floor of L Créer, a popular Korean beauty salon.

The interiors design style is simple, yet chic and elegant, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.

We recommend taking advantage of the outdoor space if the weather is good.

Their signature drink is their cold brew, which comes in three varieties: Original, Earl Grey, and Flower. The price is reasonable as 4,300 KRW for the original and 4,800 KRW for the others.

And if you want a sweet treat, their carrot cake (7,500 KRW) is delicious and we recommend anyone who likes cake try it!

To learn more about Cafe Zelda, click here.

Address: 서울 강남구 신사동 535-11
535-11 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours:
Mon-Sat 09:00-21:00
Sun 13:00-21:00*
*Due to the spread of COVID-19, the shop is currently closed on Sundays

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8.

Promo: Creatrip members can receive a free Americano with purchase of 10,000 KRW

Dore Dore

Dore Dore is a very famous cafe in Korea because of the high quality of their drinks and cakes, plus the beautiful interior.

The Sinsa branch is large, with three floors and a basement.

The shop doesn't just sell sweets and drinks, they also have items such as phone cases, scented candles, cups, and postcards for sale that you can pick up as souvenirs if you want.

The desserts and drinks are all so gorgeous, so we ordered a variety to try.

We ended up getting the Earl Grey Fresh Cream Cake (8,500 KRW), Tiramisu Cake (9,000 KRW), and Rainbow Fresh Cream Cake (9,000 KRW) for our desserts. For drinks we got the signature Cream Latte (6,000 KRW), Strawberry Latte (6,500 KRW), and Peach Ade (6,500 KRW).

They did not disappoint! They were just as tasty as they were lovely to look at.

See our full thoughts in our blog.

Address: 서울 강남구 도산대로15길 40
40 Dosan-daero 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: 11:00-22:00

How To Get There: Sinsa Station (신사역) Exit 8

Promo: 10% discount for Creatrip members with coupon.

This has been an introduction to cafes in the Sinsa and Apgujeong area of Seoul!

We hope this helped you out. Which cafes are you most excited to visit?

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