A dancheong-painted roastery on the slope below Namsan

Self-paid. The blogger paid for this visit.

A new roastery café in the alleys between Myeongdong and Namsan, mixing dancheong patterns, burl wood, and paper lamps into a space that feels both Korean and hip. Try the makgeolli cream cinnamon roll.

한국적인 요소가 많은데 그걸 되게 힙하게 풀어내신 공간이다
Lots of Korean details, done in a really cool way.

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Is it for you?

Go forRed and green painted wood, dancheong pillars, and burl wood furniture make every corner photogenic, including the 2nd floor. The coffee is good, and the bakes are flaky and crisp. The cinnamon roll is topped with a makgeolli cream that has a little real alcohol in it.

Skip ifYou want a polished, perfect finish. The painted tables are a bit rough. It is uphill from Myeongdong.

Good to know

Officially opened on October 26, 2026, open every day.
Many visitors walk the alleys around here to take photos with Namsan Tower in the background.
Go up to the 2nd floor for more seating.
The cinnamon roll cream contains real makgeolli, so there is some alcohol.
No parking.

A dancheong-painted roastery on the slope below Namsan

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Is it for you?

Good to know

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