# Hapjeong Station bar in Seoul for cuttlefish ragu linguine: Rosetta - By Hayun (https://superchart.com/en/@alley-glass-seoul/) - Written Sep 16, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Mapo, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a complimentary visit from the venue. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@alley-glass-seoul/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@alley-glass-seoul/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/index.md) ## In short Rosetta is a cocktail bar inspired by 19th-century Europe, a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hapjeong Station in Mapo, Seoul. The visit paired the Water Lily Pond and Summer Sunshine cocktails (21,000 won each) with cuttlefish ragu linguine (24,000 won) and sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi (22,000 won), and the gnocchi — crisp outside, chewy inside — was the most memorable bite. For anyone looking for a Seoul bar where the food is as good as the atmosphere, Rosetta delivers. ## Good to know - **Location**: 35 Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, 1st floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul (5-minute walk from Hapjeong Station Exit 3) - **Hours**: Daily 18:00–05:00 (next day) - **Water Lily Pond cocktail**: 21,000 won - **Summer Sunshine cocktail**: 21,000 won - **Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi**: 22,000 won - **Cuttlefish ragu linguine**: 24,000 won - **Complimentary snack**: Tofu crackers - **Price reference**: ₩24,000 ≈ $17.5 (2026-09-16) *as written by the visitor on Sep 16, 2026* ![Interior atmosphere of Rosetta, a cocktail bar near Hapjeong Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-01-qv8my-900.webp) Today I'm introducing Rosetta, a cocktail bar with great atmosphere and, even better, great food. You know those days when you want a pretty space, a nice cocktail, and delicious food all at once? This visit to Rosetta was exactly that kind of day. ![Seating in Rosetta's classic interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-02-1ssop-900.webp) Between the classic interior, the music playing pleasantly in the background, and the friendly service, I enjoyed the whole visit. The sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi in particular was so good that I wanted to recommend this place as a must-try bar near Hapjeong Station haha. ## Where is Rosetta and what are its hours? - Rosetta Hapjeong / 35 Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, 1st floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 5-minute walk from Hapjeong Station Exit 3 - Open daily 18:00–05:00 ## Rosetta's entrance: 19th-century European mood Rosetta caught my eye from the outside. The warm-toned exterior walls, the red awning, and the large potted plants by the entrance together felt like a bar you'd stumble upon in a European alley. The soft lighting under the ROSETTA sign made the atmosphere feel quite special even before stepping inside. If you picked this for a blind date or a date night, you'd already start off on a good note. ## A classic room with rhythmic music Inside, Rosetta is decorated in dark wood and red walls, giving it a classic yet warm feel. The colored-glass pendant lights, wall sconces, and small candles on the tables all came together nicely. The space is said to be inspired by 19th-century Europe and France, and it was fun to slowly take in the sofa seating, round tables, and the paintings on the walls. What I especially liked was the music! It wasn't just quietly drifting along — it had a nice rhythm to it, which made the evening more enjoyable. The classic interior paired with the music felt lively rather than static. It seemed like a great spot for two people to sit and chat over drinks, which makes it a good fit for a date near Hongdae. ![Tofu crackers, Rosetta's basic side snack](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-03-a6h81-900.webp) *The complimentary side snack, tofu crackers* The staff member who served us that day was really kind. They explained the food and cocktails well, which made choosing from the menu feel comfortable from the start. ![Rosetta's signature cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-04-1ort5-900.webp) Sometimes just reading a cocktail name doesn't tell you much about the style. It was nice being able to choose with some explanation. Rosetta apparently serves art-themed signature cocktails, and even the menu names matched the mood of the space, which made choosing part of the fun. ![A page from Rosetta's cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-05-h4yn9-900.webp) ![Cocktail descriptions on Rosetta's menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-06-lsrml-900.webp) ![Rosetta's food menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-07-1cyh4-900.webp) ![Price listings on Rosetta's menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-08-amb6p-900.webp) ![Rosetta's liquor menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-09-1so21-900.webp) ## What we ordered at Rosetta and what it cost - Water Lily Pond cocktail ₩21,000 - Summer Sunshine cocktail ₩21,000 - Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi ₩22,000 - Squid ragu linguine ₩24,000 ![Two cocktails, Water Lily Pond and Summer Sunshine](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-10-rr2x8-1200.webp) ### Water Lily Pond cocktail: fresh herbs meet fruit Water Lily Pond is a cocktail with a dry sherry wine base, plus fig, cherry blossom, soda, and herb oil. The round glass topped with a pickled celery stalk was distinctive and pretty from the moment it arrived. ![Water Lily Pond cocktail topped with pickled celery](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-11-df9mn-m-900.webp) According to the menu description, the flavor of the sherry's white grape skin is layered with herbs and fruit to express the freshness of nature. The name, the ingredients, and the visual all tie together, so knowing the backstory makes it more fun to drink. ![Water Lily Pond cocktail served in a round glass](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-12-16xwe-900.webp) ![Candlelight on the table next to the Water Lily Pond cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-13-tru8q-900.webp) With herbal notes and soda working together, it's introduced as a clean opening drink. The staff's friendly explanation made it easier to feel comfortable choosing such an unusual combination. ### Summer Sunshine cocktail: the summer sea in a glass Summer Sunshine is made with yuzu, Korean pear, and lemongrass, plus kefir yogurt and soda. A tall glass topped with seasoned laver was genuinely unusual — pairing seaweed with a cocktail was such a fun surprise haha. ![Summer Sunshine cocktail topped with seasoned laver](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-14-1cg5j-900.webp) It's described as combining the fragrance of yuzu and lemongrass with the refreshing coolness of pear and soda to capture the impression of a summer sea — and using the umami of seasoned laver to express the salty sea breeze. That idea alone made it fun to try. ![Summer Sunshine cocktail served in a tall glass](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-15-1v5bc-900.webp) Both cocktails had stories behind their ingredients and garnishes, which made them more than just pretty drinks. They also worked well alongside the food, and the pairing of the squid ragu linguine with the cocktails was especially memorable :) ![Table set with cocktails at Rosetta](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-16-1ofvl-900.webp) ## Cuttlefish ragu linguine, packed with seafood Rosetta's squid ragu linguine (₩24,000) was also satisfying. It was packed with ingredients, which made eating it alongside the noodles fun. ![Squid ragu linguine loaded with ingredients](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-17-1eqjh-900.webp) The ingredients felt fresh, and the squid ragu combination was unusual enough to feel different from the pasta I usually eat. Most of all, the pairing with the cocktail worked well — alternating bites of pasta with sips of cocktail made the whole experience of enjoying food and drink together more satisfying. ![Noodles and sauce of the squid ragu linguine](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-18-13tcl-900.webp) The gnocchi and linguine each had their own distinct charm, so ordering both turned out to be a good call. ![Table with linguine and a cocktail together](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-19-1obtd-900.webp) ![A full spread of food and cocktails at Rosetta](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-20-qpj4h-900.webp) ## Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi: crisp outside, chewy inside The dish I most want to recommend from this visit is the sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi! It looked delicious from the moment it arrived, with round gnocchi sitting on a yellow pumpkin sauce — and the gnocchi's texture was especially good. ![Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi over yellow sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-21-sq10z-900.webp) The outside was cooked slightly crisp while the inside stayed chewy, which made each bite fun. The contrast between the outer and inner textures was so appealing that I said it was delicious after just one bite haha. ![Cross-section of sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi coated in sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-22-u3fuo-900.webp) The pumpkin sauce was also delicious — I cut the gnocchi and generously coated it in sauce, and the combination of chewy gnocchi and smooth sauce was wonderful. I came for the cocktails but left more impressed by the gnocchi! If you're ordering food along with drinks at Rosetta, this is a dish you shouldn't miss. ![Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi paired with a cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-23-1n1fb-900.webp) ## A Hapjeong cocktail bar that nails both mood and food Rosetta isn't just a pretty interior — the food was genuinely delicious too, which made it a memorable visit. The nicely rhythmic music and friendly service also made the whole time there pleasant. It's a great pick for a blind date or date night to enjoy food and cocktails together, and it also works well as a casual second-round spot after dinner. ### Why I'd recommend Rosetta in Mapo, Seoul - A classic interior paired with music that fits the mood - Sweet pumpkin cream gnocchi, crisp outside and chewy inside - Friendly staff who explain the menu and cocktails well If you're looking for a Hapjeong Station cocktail bar with great atmosphere and great food, I'd recommend Rosetta. I think I'll be craving that gnocchi again :) ![Rosetta's space with red walls and warm lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail-24-16lbg-900.webp) ## Where it is - Rosetta (로제타) - 35 Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, 1st floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 마포구 어울마당로5길 35 1층 - 37.5495724, 126.9186396 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%A1%9C%EC%A0%9C%ED%83%80/@37.5495724,126.9186396,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@alley-glass-seoul/rosetta-hapjeong-squid-ragu-linguine-cocktail/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt