Date-night Western restaurant in Cheongdam-dong: Pepite pasta

Hi, it's Chuji🐣 I was looking for a nice-atmosphere Western restaurant in Cheongdam and ended up at "Pepite"! Here's my review after trying the amberjack ceviche and red shrimp pasta~!!

How to get to Pepite, and where to park

Pepite is a 10-minute walk from Exit 9 of Cheongdam Station! It's also just 907m from Exit 2 of Apgujeongrodeo Station, so either station works fine. Valet parking is available too, so if you're driving, it's super convenient haha

Head into the alley and you'll spot Pepite. It had a really upscale look with its red walls!

Inside Pepite: lighting, tables and seating

Once inside, the lighting was soft and the interior felt upscale — great for a date, or just for a quiet conversation!!

Photos turned out pretty too, and the tables were spaced generously so we could eat comfortably without worrying about the next table. I thought it'd be perfect for a special anniversary visit.

This was the basic table setting we got, and they brought the menu after we sat down.

What's on the menu at Pepite

I heard the chef came from Michelin fine dining and adds Japanese-style touches to the cooking, so I was already excited before arriving, and the menu really did look delicious..! From cold dishes like ceviche and tartare, to pasta, steak, and sukiyaki, it's set up nicely for enjoying as a course.

Amberjack ceviche, 32,000 won

What we ordered was the amberjack ceviche (₩32,000). It comes with aged amberjack, romesco sauce, tomato foam, herb oil, fennel pickle, and lemon gel — the tangy sauce paired with the fresh amberjack made for a flavor I'd never had before! It was tangy and delicious. The plating was so pretty too, and eating the tomato foam together with the amberjack gave a great texture.

Red shrimp pasta, 28,000 won: how are the fresh noodles?

We also ordered the red shrimp pasta (₩28,000), and the deep umami of the shrimp had soaked into the noodles so well that I kept reaching for more. True to the renewed fresh noodles, they were chewy yet soft, and since it leaned into the shrimp's natural flavor rather than a cream or oil base, it was light and paired perfectly with the ceviche hahaha

The atmosphere was great and you could feel the care put into the food, so it was perfect for a date on a special day, and the staff serving us were friendly too, so I'd love to come back. Looking for a nice-atmosphere Western restaurant in Cheongdam? I recommend "Pepite"!!

Tips before you visit Pepite

• There's a free corkage coupon for 1 bottle Mon–Sat, so bring one if you love wine
• There's a break time (14:30–17:00), so check the hours before visiting

Frequently asked questions about Pepite

How do I get to Pepite?

It's a 10-minute walk from Exit 9 of Cheongdam Station, and 907m from Exit 2 of Apgujeongrodeo Station.

How much is the amberjack ceviche?

It's ₩32,000. It comes with aged amberjack, romesco sauce, tomato foam, and more.

Does Pepite have a break time?

Yes, there's a break time every day from 14:30 to 17:00, so it's good to check before visiting.

Can you bring your own wine to Pepite?

Yes, there's a free corkage coupon for 1 bottle Mon–Sat.

Is Pepite good for a date?

Yes, the atmosphere is great and the chef's food is made with care, so it's a good place for a special day.