# Gijang ocean-view café tea tasting: Deokmi Gijang Branch - By Yeoun (https://superchart.com/en/@meal-outings/) - Written Sep 9, 2026 - Local places › Cafés › Gijang, Busan - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@meal-outings/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@meal-outings/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/index.md) ## In short Deokmi Gijang Branch is an ocean-view café in Gijang, Busan, directly across from the Dongam Village coast. On a weekday lunch visit, I sampled tea aromas before ordering a mugwort cream latte, rose milk tea, blended tea, and desserts. Verdict: a peaceful seaside stop for choosing tea and dessert to suit your taste. ## Good to know - **Parking**: Space for more than 10 cars along the coast immediately to the right of the café. - **Ordered**: White Peach Tiramisu (summer seasonal), Oreo Cheesecake, Bomnaeum Mugwort Cream Latte, Rose De Neuwa, and Lemon Sunset Tea. *as written by the visitor on Sep 9, 2026* I took a drive to Gijang on a weekday afternoon to catch the cool sea breeze and recharge for a change. Instead of one of those flashy, bustling mega cafés that are so popular lately, I was looking for an atmospheric, cozy spot where I could hear the gentle waves up close—and found just the place! This is Deokmi Gijang Branch, an ocean-view café right in front of the sea at Dongam Village in Gijang. It is only a short walk along the beach path from Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, so it is already well known as a café near the temple. I visited around weekday lunchtime and enjoyed a relaxed, full visit, so let me tell you all about it! ![Deokmi café in Gijang and the seaside view](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-01-zpl9d-900.webp) ![Deokmi café on the Dongam Village coast](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-02-o3oi0-900.webp) ## By the Dongam Village shore: where to park Deokmi sits directly in front of the coast, where the quiet character of a fishing village remains, rather than in a busy commercial district. Here is one useful parking tip to know in advance! Immediately to the right of the café, there is space along the coast for more than 10 cars. ![Coastal parking area to the right of Deokmi café](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-03-1612x-900.webp) ## An annex with picture windows facing the sea As I opened the door, the warmly welcoming annex—thoughtfully converted from a detached house—greeted me. Through the picture windows, the blue sea and lighthouse breakwater filled the view at once; simply sitting and looking out made me feel wonderfully refreshed. There was also a more private, cozy area with sofas and tables. ![Cozy interior of Deokmi's annex](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-04-1lf6i-900.webp) ![Annex seating at Deokmi with picture windows](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-05-1o2ac-900.webp) ![Sea-view space in Deokmi's annex](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-06-ckytl-900.webp) ![Private seating with a sofa and table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-07-1s2vv-900.webp) ![Sea-view area in Deokmi's annex](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-08-1hogh-900.webp) After looking around the annex, I went into the main building to order. I was surprised by how many people were visiting even at weekday lunchtime. Looking at the sea through the picture windows felt so refreshing and put me in a great mood. ![Sea view beyond the main building's picture windows](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-09-16984-900.webp) ![Sea-view seating in Deokmi's main building](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-10-1ue2s-900.webp) ## Ordering signature drinks and desserts This place is so well known for its desserts and signature drinks that I got a little ambitious and ordered a satisfying selection centered on the signatures! - White Peach Tiramisu (summer seasonal menu) - Oreo Cheesecake (Deokmi's signature item) - Bomnaeum (signature mugwort cream latte) - Rose De Neuwa (signature rose-scented milk tea) - Lemon Sunset Tea (hot blended tea) ![Signature items ordered at Deokmi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-11-1ss8b-900.webp) ### Tea chosen after smelling the leaves One especially memorable thing when ordering at the counter was the aroma kit prepared for the tea menu: you can smell the tea leaves before choosing. It let me take my time savoring the scents and happily select one that suited my taste. ![Tea-leaf aroma kit for choosing from the tea menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-12-14xov-900.webp) ![Tea aroma kit prepared at the counter](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-13-oarmx-900.webp) Cake models were displayed too, which made ordering easier since I could read their descriptions as I looked. ![Cake models displayed with descriptions](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-14-1dmeg-900.webp) ![Cake-model display at Deokmi's counter](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-15-1picp-900.webp) Our desserts and drinks arrived! The fresh variety of colors looked beautiful even at first glance. ![Ordered drinks and desserts in a range of colors](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-16-nfa0o-900.webp) ## Bomnaeum mugwort latte and Rose De Neuwa I tried Bomnaeum, the mugwort cream latte. A staff member explained that they carefully prepare the mugwort in-house to make the base. Perhaps that is why there was none of that artificial powdered taste: the gentle, deep scent of mugwort blended smoothly with the cream. Best of all, it was not overly sweet, had a nutty note, and finished cleanly without any heaviness. ![Deokmi's Bomnaeum mugwort cream latte](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-17-1cww9-900.webp) I also ordered milk tea for the first time in a while. Deokmi's Rose De Neuwa is the café's signature milk tea, bringing together a rose aroma and a full-bodied black tea base. An elegant rose scent brushed past my nose with the first sip, followed by the mellow flavor of milk tea. Again, it was not too sweet, so it was effortless to enjoy alongside dessert. ![Deokmi's signature Rose De Neuwa milk tea](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-18-d6cnc-900.webp) ![Rose De Neuwa served with dessert](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-19-1cwkm-900.webp) ### A note on the sweetness of Lemon Sunset Tea This was the hot blended tea I chose after smelling it beforehand. Its clear red color went beautifully with the seascape outside the window, and its bright, fragrant lemon fruit flavor made me feel refreshed. One thing to keep in mind, though: this is not a clean, plain-water-based herbal tea, but one with a subtle sweetness added! If you prefer a crisp tea without sweetness, keep that in mind before ordering so you can choose one that better suits your taste and have a more satisfying tea time. ![Hot Lemon Sunset blended tea](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-20-185o7-900.webp) ![Lemon Sunset Tea paired with the sea view](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-21-7cxmn-900.webp) ## Rich Oreo cheesecake and peach tiramisu It held its shape firmly on the outside, but the inside was packed with rich cream cheese, giving it a dense, wonderfully fudgy texture. The sweet crunch of Oreo and the rich, lightly salty cheese created the perfect sweet-and-salty balance. I do not usually love very sweet desserts, but this sweetness felt different, and I really enjoyed it. ![Dense Oreo cheesecake](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-22-1geyq-900.webp) Available only during summer, this was a menu item I had been excited about even before ordering. When I scooped deeply with my spoon, the moist cake layers, pillowy mascarpone cream, and generous bites of seasonal peach all melted softly together in my mouth. ![Summer seasonal White Peach Tiramisu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-23-1yl06-900.webp) ![Tiramisu dessert with peaches](https://img.superchart.com/images/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe-24-11zbz-900.webp) As I enjoyed fragrant tea and excellent desserts while watching white waves break outside and the lighthouse beyond them, the fatigue of everyday life seemed to melt away like snow. The staff's kind, attentive service made me feel at ease throughout my stay, too. If you are looking for a quiet, romantic ocean-view café in Gijang or considering a café to visit before or after an outing to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, do stop by Deokmi Gijang Branch. The seasonally changing tiramisu and a slice of rich cheesecake alone make it well worth the trip. ## Where it is - Deokmi Gijang Branch (덕미 기장점) - 77 Dongamhaean-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea - 부산광역시 기장군 기장읍 동암해안길 77 1층 덕미 기장점 - 35.1964129, 129.2278018 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%8D%95%EB%AF%B8%20%EA%B8%B0%EC%9E%A5%EC%A0%90/@35.1964129,129.2278018,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@meal-outings/gijang-deokmi-tea-oceanview-cafe/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt