# Basement cocktail bar near Jonggak Station: Pompier at Gak Seoul - By Yeojin Park (https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-late-glassware/) - Written Sep 18, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-late-glassware/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@euljiro-late-glassware/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/index.md) ## In short Gak Seoul is a basement cocktail bar in Jongno, Seoul, down an alley between Jongno 3-ga and Jonggak stations, serving whiskey and original cocktails built on classics. After a walk along Cheonggyecheon, the writer ordered the low-ABV Pompier and the signature GAK's Old Fashioned (24,000 won), topped with lard oil, maple syrup and bacon for a smoky, salty-sweet finish that still let the whiskey lead. With scent drifting from the entrance and fresh flowers on every table, Gak Seoul is an easy place to slow down over one good drink in Jongno. ## Good to know - **Location**: 1, Samil-daero 15-gil, B1, Jongno-gu, Seoul (between Jongno 3-ga and Jonggak stations, down the alley beside Again Fresh toward Cheonggyecheon) - **Malty Salty**: 22,000 won (Jollypong, salted caramel, milk) - **Tomato of That Time**: 22,000 won (tomato, basil, white pepper) - **Philla Vanilla**: 22,000 won (cream cheese, vanilla, coconut) - **GAK's Old Fashioned**: 24,000 won (lard oil, bacon, maple syrup) - **Charcuterie platter**: 25,000 won - **Outside food**: Allowed (food without a strong smell is recommended) - **Seating**: Table seats, plus bar seats where you can watch the cocktails being made - **Price reference**: ₩22,000 ≈ $16 · ₩24,000 ≈ $17.5 · ₩25,000 ≈ $18 (2026-09-19) *as written by the visitor on Sep 18, 2026* ![Main image of Gak Seoul, a cocktail bar near Jongno 3-ga](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-01-15y22-900.webp) Today my sweetie and I had a nice bowl of eel to recharge before the upcoming half marathon, and after a walk along Cheonggyecheon we went looking for a light cocktail — which led us to Gak Seoul, a cocktail bar near Jongno 3-ga. Gak Seoul is a really charming space where you can enjoy whiskey and creative cocktails built on a base of classic cocktail structure with all kinds of ingredients and techniques. ## Where is Gak Seoul, and what kind of cocktail bar is it? Gak Seoul is a cocktail bar at 1, Samil-daero 15-gil, B1, Jongno-gu, Seoul. Coming down from between Jongno 3-ga station and Jonggak station toward Cheonggyecheon, turn into the alley past Again Fresh and you'll find it easily. - ✨At Gak Seoul, the basic structure of classic cocktails is reimagined with all sorts of ingredients and techniques, giving you something familiar yet new. - 💫From sweet and smooth cocktails to bright and refreshing ones, dry and clean drinks, and deep, whiskey-forward pours, there's a wide range to enjoy. - ⭐️Gak Seoul values the time spent over a single drink — it's a space for slowly enjoying good drinks and good conversation. - 💕Outside food is allowed (just use a little sense and pick something that isn't too strong-smelling). Come by for an Euljiro date, a Cheonggyecheon date, a casual drink, a drink after work, a special-occasion toast, or even just a quiet night to wind down the day. ![The alley leading down to Gak Seoul's basement entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-02-1e0mt-900.webp) ![Gak Seoul's entrance sign and stairs](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-03-bj3r7-900.webp) ![The basement-level entrance to Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-04-4p98w-900.webp) ## Inside Gak Seoul: interior and atmosphere You catch a nice scent right from the entrance as you head down the stairs, and once you step inside this Jongno 3-ga cocktail bar, a cozy but simple, even modern space opens up. ![Gak Seoul's cozy, modern interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-05-i5kj2-900.webp) The soft lighting and fresh flowers on the tables give it a comfortable, grounded feel that's really charming. It seems great for a solo drink after work, and just as romantic for a date with your partner. 💕 ![Table seating at Gak Seoul under soft lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-06-144hj-900.webp) ![Fresh flowers and lighting on a Gak Seoul table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-07-1shk4-900.webp) ![View of Gak Seoul's seating and bar area](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-08-lre37-900.webp) There are bar seats where you can watch the cocktails being made — ugh, already full! 🍸 We just watched the little performance from a distance. ![Bar seats at Gak Seoul where you can watch cocktails being made](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-09-19mjr-900.webp) Fresh flowers on every table show off the owner's sense of style. 🌷 ![Fresh flowers decorating each table at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-10-1sa5k-900.webp) ![Table setting and flower vase at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-11-175x8-900.webp) ## Gak Seoul signature cocktail menu and prices Gak Seoul's signature cocktails run from ₩22,000 to ₩24,000, and there's a Charcuterie Platter on the side for ₩25,000. With champagne, whiskey, and cocktails all on offer, there's a wide range to choose from and it's a lot of fun to pick. - Malty Salty ₩22,000 — Jollypong, Salted Caramel, Milk - Childhood Tomato ₩22,000 — Tomato, Basil, White Pepper - PhillaVanilla ₩22,000 — Cream Cheese, Vanilla, Coconut - GAK's Old Fashioned ₩24,000 — Lard Oil, Bacon, Maple Syrup - Charcuterie Platter ₩25,000 Outside food is allowed. ![Gak Seoul's signature cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-12-vwu57-900.webp) ![Gak Seoul's whiskey and champagne menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-13-qhr05-900.webp) ![Liquor bottles displayed on Gak Seoul's back bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-14-6rpus-900.webp) ![Gak Seoul's bar counter and glassware](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-15-1rtpy-900.webp) ![Preparing to mix a cocktail at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-16-tp23y-900.webp) ## Tasting the Pompier and GAK's Old Fashioned at Gak Seoul The complimentary snack and the water glass were so pretty. ![Complimentary snack and water glass at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-17-1eens-900.webp) ![Table setting at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-18-3fey8-900.webp) We went for a light drink, so we ordered the Pompier and the GAK's Old Fashioned. The Pompier is low-ABV and easy to drink — made with dry vermouth, cassis liqueur, and soda water as the base, it tastes crisp and refreshing. ![A glass of the low-ABV Pompier cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-19-zkx16-900.webp) ![The Pompier and GAK's Old Fashioned side by side](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-20-9k7lk-900.webp) The signature GAK's Old Fashioned was really unusual. On a deep, rich whiskey base, lard oil and maple syrup are added, topped with bacon — a signature Gak Seoul touch. The smoky aroma is deep and the bacon on top catches your eye right away. The taste is heavy and mellow, with a sweet, salty flavor that brings out the whiskey's own character — perfect for sipping slowly and savoring. ![Close-up of the bacon-topped GAK's Old Fashioned](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-21-1gq78-900.webp) We had such a lovely time at this Jongno 3-ga cocktail bar, chatting away slowly and sweetly. The space itself is cozy, and starting with the luxurious scent right from the entrance, through the original, well-crafted signature cocktails, every little detail brings deep enjoyment. ![Enjoying cocktails at a Gak Seoul table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-22-r83os-900.webp) ![Cozy seating and cocktail glasses at Gak Seoul](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-23-1m8ek-899.webp) If you're near Jonggak station or Euljiro and Cheonggyecheon and want to slow down, unwind with good drinks, and make some memories, definitely give this place a visit. Loved it so much! 💕 ![Closing shot of Gak Seoul, the cocktail bar near Jongno 3-ga](https://img.superchart.com/images/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned-24-keqfe-1200.webp) ## Where it is - Gak Seoul (각 서울) - 1, Samil-daero 15-gil, B1, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 종로구 삼일대로15길 1 지하1층 - 37.5687907, 126.9873402 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B0%81%20%EC%84%9C%EC%9A%B8/@37.5687907,126.9873402,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-late-glassware/gak-seoul-jongno-cocktail-bar-old-fashioned/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt