Camping-chair terrace café in Sinnonhyeon: Geisha & Mocha, Selecto

Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon Branch 24 Auto Brew Cafe is a spot on the Sinnonhyeon Station streets I'd happily go back to. Even a short stay here feels like a pleasant little pause. It's a place worth revisiting, and today again I'm following the coffee aroma to find a small bit of happiness.

Where is Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon and what are its hours?

Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon Branch 24 Auto Brew Cafe is on the 1st floor of 31 Gangnam-daero 79-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 202 m from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 1, about a 3-minute walk. It is open 24 hours: on weekdays it's staffed 08:00–22:00 and unmanned 22:00–08:00, and on weekends staffed 10:00–21:00 and unmanned 21:00–10:00.

Exterior and the camping-chair terrace

The café has a bright, pleasant feel, and the big windows let you see inside. The bright orange "selecto" sign stands out and looks clean.

Around the side~ there's a wide outdoor terrace with a pebble floor, set with camping chairs and tables so you can enjoy your drink outside too. Let's head inside~

What is the seating like inside Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon?

Open the door and step in~ the inside feels warm and cozy, open and friendly. There are all kinds of seating areas~

Toward the back there are comfortable chairs with backs and plenty of group tables, great for a relaxed rest. By the windows there are bar seats, good for sitting alone or getting some work done.

The showcase at the main counter~ holds neatly arranged cake slices and bagels, and the menu board is clearly laid out.

The fridge in the middle of the shop is stocked with all kinds of sandwiches~ and a cute display table of baked sweets catches the eye. Shall we look at the menu?

Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon menu and what I ordered

The menu at Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon is very, very varied~ coffee and espresso, coffee variations (lattes), non-coffee lattes and tea, frappes and smoothies, sparkling ades and juices, plus bakery and desserts. With the always-friendly guidance, here's what I ordered today.

• Iced Geisha Blend ₩3,800
• Hot Mocha Blend ₩3,800
• Smoked salmon sandwich ₩9,500

A cold coffee, a hot coffee and a hearty sandwich, all prepared quickly~ let's taste them one by one.

How does the smoked salmon sandwich (₩9,500) taste?

Selecto Coffee's smoked salmon sandwich puts smoked salmon, fresh vegetables and tomato between soft bread, and it's just bursting with freshness~

It comes cut in half, easy to eat and a good match for coffee. The salmon's richness, the crunch of the vegetables and the sauce come together in a light, lovely balance in every bite. It's filling enough to be a meal on its own.

What does the iced Geisha Blend (₩3,800) taste like?

The iced Geisha Blend (ICE) is a coffee that feels refreshing from the very first sip. It's subtle and clean in the mouth. A sweet aftertaste lingers long after you drink, giving a fresh feeling that lifts your mood too.

What does the hot Mocha Blend (₩3,800) taste like?

The hot Mocha Blend (HOT) comes in a warm cup and feels even cozier. Sipping slowly and savoring the gently spreading coffee aroma, you notice another soft charm that hot coffee has. Served hot, its bittersweet nuttiness wraps around you smoothly, and it was easy to drink alongside the sandwich. Thanks for the meal again today!

Hoping that on the day we meet again, the same steady coffee aroma and a little happiness will be waiting~ I'm leaving Selecto Coffee Sinnonhyeon with today's calm tucked happily in my heart~♬