Study café alternative in Sinnonhyeon: ricotta, giant macaron, Selecto

Looking for a quiet café to study or work near Sinnonhyeon Station?

If you're looking for a quiet café near Sinnonhyeon Station to study or get some work done, I recommend Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon Branch 24 Auto Brew Cafe (셀렉토커피 신논현점 24 오토브루 카페). I visited recently, ordering a ricotta sandwich and 2 blended iced americanos made with Geisha beans, and overall I was really happy with it.

The first big plus the moment you walk in is the pleasant environment. The tables are spaced out well so it never felt cramped, and the interior was kept neat and clean.

How are the seats and outlets for studying at Selecto Coffee?

There are solo seats and library-style partitioned spaces, and the outlets were plentiful. Lots of people were studying or working on laptops, yet it wasn't noisy and the atmosphere was great for focus. When you study at a café, the seats can be uncomfortable or the noise can bother you, but here staying a long time felt easy.

Solo seats, library-style partitions, and open 24 hours... this beats a paid study café for value! I bring my laptop, and the outlets were plentiful~~

Desserts and sandwiches at Selecto Coffee

The drink menu is varied, and the dessert and sandwich lineup is especially impressive! Cakes, macarons, cookies, bagged snacks, sandwiches, salads and more. There was so much to snack on while studying! Reasonable prices and lots of variety are the strengths.

How does the Geisha-bean blended iced americano taste?

The Geisha-bean blended iced americano had an impressive aroma. The flavor felt richer than a typical americano, and the balance between acidity and a clean finish was good. Even people who prefer strong coffee should find it easy to enjoy, and anyone who likes fragrant beans will be even happier. Both cups I had were consistent with no difference in taste, which made me feel the café is well managed.

How many sandwiches are there, and how is the ricotta sandwich?

There were 4 sandwiches at Selecto Coffee, and all were generously filled. They were stored nicely and fresh too~

• Salmon
• Sweet pumpkin
• Chicken
• Ricotta cheese

The ricotta sandwich was better than I expected. The bread was soft and generously filled with ricotta cheese, so the texture was moist. The flavor isn't overly strong, so it goes well with coffee, and it works as a light meal. It's a fitting menu item for staving off hunger while studying or working.

Can you use Selecto Coffee at night too?

Selecto Coffee runs 24 hours, with both staffed and unmanned operation. During the day staff are on site serving drinks, and at night it runs as an unmanned system, so you can use it comfortably late. Being able to visit any time was especially appealing. It seems like a good choice for students who need to study at night or office workers working late.

To sum up

Overall, Selecto Coffee has a pleasant interior, satisfying coffee, simple but tasty sandwiches, and the convenience of 24-hour access. If you need a place for studying or laptop work, I think it's worth a visit. I recommend it to anyone who wants to spend a relaxed time with a cup of coffee in a quiet atmosphere.

Free giant macaron for writing a review

By the way, Selecto Coffee gives you a giant macaron when you write a review, so be sure to grab one~~ Cakes cost over ₩5,000, so getting a cake-level treat for one review is such a bargain, honestly!