# Ara-dong coffee shop in Jeju: Ethiopia Gesha hand-drip at Gasangsun - By Jia Ohm (https://superchart.com/en/@seomyeon-mirror-counter/) - Written Sep 21, 2026 - Local places › Cafés › Jeju, Jeju - Sponsored: This post was written as a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seomyeon-mirror-counter/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seomyeon-mirror-counter/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/index.md) ## In short Gasangsun Coffee is a roastery café on Inda 9-gil in Ara-dong, Jeju City. An iced Americano, a shakerato and a hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha G1 Natural were ordered at Gasangsun Coffee and drunk at the bar seats while the brewing happened in full view, and the Gesha carried bright floral aromas and berry sweetness with no off flavors. For anyone in Jeju City looking for one carefully made cup of hand-drip coffee, Gasangsun Coffee is the answer. ## Good to know - **Name**: Gasangsun Coffee - **Address**: 8 Inda 9-gil, 1st floor, Jeju-si, Jeju-do - **Hours**: 11:00 – 21:00 (last order 20:30) - **Parking**: Private parking lot to the left of the shop entrance - **Ordered**: Iced Americano, shakerato, hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha G1 Natural - **Also offers**: Beans and cold brew sold to take away, special coffee omakase course - **Award**: Named a top Korean coffee shop in the 2026 Columbus Guide *as written by the visitor on Sep 21, 2026* ![Exterior of Gasangsun Coffee in Ara-dong, Jeju](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-01-ktok3-900.webp) When you want a proper roastery-made cup during a Jeju trip or just an ordinary day, there's a place worth seeking out. This visit to Gasangsun Coffee, a café in Ara-dong, lived up to its reputation as one of the best coffee spots in Jeju City, with high-level drip and espresso drinks. I care a lot about coffee flavor, so I went in with high expectations after hearing about the place. ## Where is Gasangsun Coffee? Hours and parking in Ara-dong, Jeju Gasangsun Coffee is located at 8 Inda 9-gil, 1st floor, Jeju-si. It's open from 11:00 to 21:00, last order at 20:30, and there's a dedicated parking lot to the left of the entrance. - Name: Gasangsun Coffee - Address: 8 Inda 9-gil, 1st floor, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea - Hours: 11:00 – 21:00 (last order 20:30) - Parking: Dedicated parking lot to the left of the storefront entrance ## What the Gasangsun Coffee space in Ara-dong is like ![Interior of Gasangsun Coffee filled with coffee aroma](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-02-nf1dl-900.webp) The moment I stepped in, a rich, nutty coffee aroma filled the whole space. ![Tidy, well-organized café space at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-03-1yi35-1200.webp) ![Gasangsun Coffee bar seats and brewing equipment](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-04-166xc-900.webp) ![Table seating arrangement at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-05-16y1u-900.webp) ![Interior detail of one side of Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-06-1o8iy-900.webp) The space feels clean and well-organized, with a long bar-style seating area balanced nicely against comfortable table seats. ![2026 Columbus Guide selection poster](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-07-1xxte-693.webp) A poster on one wall announcing the café's selection as a top Korean coffee shop in the 2026 Columbus Guide seemed to back up its expertise. Overall, the atmosphere was quiet yet still let you focus on the aroma of your drink — I found that pretty impressive. ## What to order at Gasangsun Coffee: drinks reviewed ![Gasangsun Coffee menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-08-1r7b8-900.webp) ![Sign listing hand-drip bean lineup at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-09-mp0pq-900.webp) ![Drink menu lineup at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-10-1mewc-900.webp) ![Bagged coffee beans for sale at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-11-1w1ei-900.webp) ![Cold brew bottles displayed at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-12-1d98v-900.webp) ![Drip brewing tools on the bar at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-13-6en6d-900.webp) ![Sign for Gasangsun Coffee's coffee omakase course](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-14-97g0c-900.webp) ![Order counter at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-15-1xovj-900.webp) This time I ordered iced Americano, shakerato, and the hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha G1 Natural. ![A cup of iced Americano at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-16-k9kxc-900.webp) ### Iced Americano at Gasangsun Coffee The iced Americano I tried first stood out for its clean, crisp bean-forward flavor. The balance — not overdone in any direction — was really impressive. ![Gasangsun Coffee's shakerato served in a wine glass](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-17-14ldm-900.webp) ### Shakerato at Gasangsun Coffee The shakerato — espresso, ice, and syrup shaken together — came with a soft foam and rich aroma filling the glass. Served in a wine glass, it looked great, and the dense, silky texture on the first sip was outstanding. ![Shakerato and coffee set on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-18-13kb7-900.webp) ### Hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha G1 Natural The one I was most looking forward to, the hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha G1 Natural, was a drink where the owner's care came through completely. ![Brewing process for the hand-drip Ethiopia Abaya Gesha](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-19-2yc72-900.webp) ![A cup of hand-drip Gesha coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-20-1xxxx-900.webp) I was told this café uses a much larger amount of coffee grounds when brewing compared to other roastery cafés. They explained this is done to draw out a more even, deep flavor with precision. Thanks to the slow, careful pour, every last sip stayed perfectly clean with no off flavors. The bright floral notes and berry sweetness characteristic of Ethiopian beans spread gently throughout, making for a truly complete cup. ## Watching the hand-drip from the bar seats: what makes Gasangsun Coffee different ![View of hand-drip brewing from the bar seats](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-21-12mfn-m-900.webp) ![Owner checking bean quantity and timing during brewing](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-22-16wkw-900.webp) Among Ara-dong cafés, this is a place with a distinct philosophy about brewing. Sitting at the bar lets you watch the hand-drip process unfold right in front of you, and the owner's careful attention to timing and bean quantity while pouring slowly really showed a professional touch. Looking at the menu, they also sell bagged beans and cold brew to take away, plus run a special coffee omakase course — this will be a really special place for anyone who's serious about their coffee. ## Would I go back to Gasangsun Coffee? Final verdict ![Drinks arranged on the bar table at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-23-1lj4q-900.webp) ![Close-up of a cup of coffee at Gasangsun Coffee](https://img.superchart.com/images/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe-24-on538-900.webp) If you're looking for a great coffee shop in Jeju City, I'd really recommend stopping by Gasangsun Coffee. This was a place where I got to taste truly careful hand-drip coffee at its best, and I'm planning to come back soon to try the other bean lineups and the omakase course. ## Where it is - Gasangsun Coffee (가상순커피) - 8 Inda 9-gil, 1st floor, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea - 제주특별자치도 제주시 인다9길 8 1층 - 33.475364, 126.5461152 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B0%80%EC%83%81%EC%88%9C%EC%BB%A4%ED%94%BC/@33.475364,126.5461152,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seomyeon-mirror-counter/jeju-ara-dong-geisha-hand-drip-cafe/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt