Best Pour-Over Coffee in Seoul

Mugyo-dong, Seoul

Seoul specialty chain praised for bright, acidic single origins and well-trained baristas in a spacious Cheonggyecheon setting

Seodaemun District, Seoul

Coffee-focused specialty bar helmed by a globe-trotting owner who curates exceptional beans and does international pop-ups

Jugyo-dong, Seoul

Retro jazz café serving City Roasting coffee through a vinyl-driven atmosphere with premium sound system and bar seating

Gangnam District, Seoul

Oakland-born specialty pioneer's Gangnam outpost serving their meticulously sourced single origins with outdoor seating at Hyundai Department Store

Seongsu-dong, Seoul

Seongsu specialty spot known for their signature egg cream latte and skilled baristas who remember regulars' orders

Jongno District, Seoul

Minimalist two-floor café in Bukchon serving house-roasted EOE coffee alongside innovative tea-forward drinks and sorbets

Jongno District, Seoul

Oakland-born specialty pioneer's Seoul outpost in historic Bukchon, offering their signature single-origin beans with hanok rooftop views

Gangnam District, Seoul

In-house roastery in Gangnam serving single-origin Geisha and creative blends like their standout Colombia-Ethiopia mix with bright citrus notes

Jung District, Seoul

Takeout-only specialty coffee bar tucked in Chungmuro's historic printing district, serving approachable espresso drinks and Dutch cold brew

Yongsan District, Seoul

Retro diner-inspired specialty coffee bar in Namyeong-dong with meticulously curated branding and quality espresso program