# Rooftop bar in Haebangchon with Namsan Tower views: Cove Bar - By Jaeha (https://superchart.com/en/@ferry-stop-meals/) - Written Sep 8, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Yongsan, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as a paid in-store sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/index.md) ## In short Cove Bar is a rooftop cocktail bar on the 3rd floor of a building near Sinheung Market in Haebangchon, Seoul, with views of Namsan Tower. Visiting right at weekend opening time, I sat outdoors and had two signature cocktails, the Citrus Wave and the TWG Sour, while the tower and sky changed color overhead — a genuinely relaxing date. Most of the good outdoor seats are reserved, so booking ahead is essential. ## Good to know - **Address**: 3F, 103-1 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea - **Hours (weekdays)**: 19:00 - 02:00 - **Hours (weekends)**: 18:00 - 01:00 - **Closed**: Every Monday - **Ordering**: Table QR code order, pay when leaving - **Complimentary**: Crackers, water - **Non-alcoholic option**: Lemonade - **Drinks tried**: Citrus Wave (11% ABV), TWG Sour - **Reservation**: Best outdoor rooftop seats are mostly reserved *as written by the visitor on Sep 8, 2026* ![Entrance view of Cove Bar in Haebangchon](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-01-epv8s-900.webp) ## What is Cove Bar in Haebangchon? Cove Bar 3F, 103-1 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea Weekdays 19:00 - 02:00 Weekends 18:00 - 01:00 Closed every Monday Cove Bar is a moody, atmospheric cocktail bar on the 3rd floor of a building near Sinheung Market in Haebangchon. Being so close to Namsan Tower, it really captures that cozy-yet-stylish night view feeling that's unique to this neighborhood. ![Interior design of Cove Bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-02-xajay-900.webp) ![Window seating with a city view at Cove Bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-03-1ew0a-900.webp) ![View of the rooftop space at Cove Bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-04-bcbex-900.webp) With sleek interior design plus a rooftop and window seats overlooking the Namsan Tower city view, it's perfect for a date with a partner, a small gathering, or even drinking solo! They've got everything from signature cocktails to classics, wine, whiskey, and beer, so you can set the mood however you like. ![Staircase leading up to the 3rd floor of Cove Bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-05-czrh0-900.webp) ## The best rooftop spots are reserved — book ahead I showed up 10 minutes before weekend opening, and since the staff were still getting ready to open, I waited on the stairs before I could go in. ![Outdoor rooftop tables marked as reserved seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-06-1lsri-900.webp) Once I got there, I realized most of the great open-air seats are reserved. If you want to sit at one of those prime rooftop spots with the full Namsan view, I really recommend booking ahead before you visit. ![City view of Namsan Tower seen from the rooftop](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-07-1s111-900.webp) ![View of Haebangchon seen from an outdoor table](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-08-u42el-900.webp) ## QR ordering and a little water-glass incident You order conveniently through the QR code set up at your table, and you pay when you leave. Once seated, they give you crackers and cold water as a default. ![Complimentary crackers and water served at the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-09-1x46j-900.webp) I came to enjoy the mood, but there was a small mishap. One of the water glasses they gave us had a chip about the size of a fingernail right where you'd put your mouth! My husband didn't notice and drank from that side — I was so startled, but thankfully he wasn't hurt at all. It taught me to always check the state of a glass before drinking from it, wherever I go... I told a staff member and they brought us a fresh glass right away. ![Cocktail menu viewed through the table's QR code](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-10-1hnvr-900.webp) ![Screen showing Cove Bar's signature cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-11-fxuwh-900.webp) ![Screen showing the wine and whiskey menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-12-1vysq-900.webp) ## The only non-alcoholic option is lemonade Since I'm trying to get pregnant, I felt like I should have something non-alcoholic, so I paused the QR order and went inside to ask a staff member. I asked, "Could I request a non-alcoholic drink outside of the QR menu?" and was told the only non-alcoholic option was lemonade. When I told my husband, he suggested we just order alcoholic drinks and take a light taste before heading out, so after some thought we ordered two signature cocktails! 🍸 When the cocktails arrived, they were set down on the table with no explanation, so I looked things up smartly with AI whenever I was curious! Usually at a cocktail bar it's easy to chat with staff, but since we were seated at an open-air outdoor table, we solved our curiosity with AI instead. ## Signature cocktail: Citrus Wave > Citrus Wave ![Citrus Wave cocktail topped with a lemon garnish](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-13-24kyd-900.webp) ![A glass of Citrus Wave on the outdoor table](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-14-1ae4b-900.webp) The lemon slice on top of the cocktail turned out to be decoration, not something you're meant to eat. I love lemon and wanted to eat it, but I gave it up to the cocktail instead haha. At 11% ABV, it's a light drink that's perfect for a mood reset. ![Holding up the Citrus Wave with Namsan Tower in the background](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-15-19sk1-900.webp) ![Signature cocktail on the Cove Bar rooftop with Namsan Tower](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-16-4cgle-1200.webp) The bitterness of the grapefruit, the fresh acidity of the orange and lemon, and the sweetness of the lychee strike a perfect balance. From the very first sip, it has this refreshing quality that leaves your whole mouth feeling cool and moist! ![Two signature cocktails on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-17-hxlta-900.webp) Both drinks were so refreshing that they put me in a good mood the whole time I was drinking them! We only got a small taste, but it felt like all the stress melted away, refreshingly. ![TWG Sour with a foam layer on top](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-18-m10bu-900.webp) ## TWG Sour, served in a wooden 'masu' box > TWG Sour The soft sweetness of vanilla, the subtle scent of TWG tea, and a fresh lemon aroma all come together nicely. The delicate foam layer on top gives it a creamy, smooth finish going down. ![TWG Sour served in a square wooden masu box](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-19-h195f-900.webp) The TWG Sour glass is served inside that square wooden box — a 'masu' — the same kind used at izakayas when they pour sake to overflowing into a glass set inside the box. It's a nice touch since it adds a subtle woody scent as you drink. Since the square wooden masu had that wood feel to it, I made sure to put my mouth right at the corner and drink straight from it! ![A cocktail glass with the evening sky in the background](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-20-1qu68-900.webp) ![Namsan Tower seen from the rooftop at dusk](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-21-16geg-900.webp) ![Haebangchon's city view under a sunset sky](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-22-fadko-900.webp) ## Wrapping up with the Namsan Tower night view Sipping a drink while watching Namsan Tower and the pretty sky change moment by moment as time passed made for a perfectly healing date all on its own. ![Namsan Tower lit up at night](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-23-652mx-900.webp) If you want to feel that cozy, romantic vibe unique to Haebangchon, I recommend giving this place a visit! ![Closing shot of the Cove Bar rooftop with the night view](https://img.superchart.com/images/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop-24-1c8pq-900.webp) It's a great date spot in Haebangchon for enjoying the night view, with a full view of Namsan Tower's city skyline and stylish signature cocktails. If you're planning to use the outdoor rooftop on a weekend, booking ahead is a must ⭐ ## Where it is - Cove Bar (코브 바) - 3F, 103-1 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 용산구 신흥로 103-1 3층 - 37.544816, 126.984467 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%BD%94%EB%B8%8C%20%EB%B0%94/@37.544816,126.984467,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@ferry-stop-meals/cove-bar-haebangchon-namsan-rooftop/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt