Gangnam bakery café with raspberry French pie: Bakerist Brown

A real bakery worth the trip!!

I visited Bakerist Brown while looking for a good bakery in Gangnam. I was hoping to find somewhere near Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station where I could enjoy bread and coffee together, and once I actually went, it was far more satisfying than I expected.

The menu item that stuck with me the most was the pepperoni kouign-amann.

I love bread and have been to plenty of places, but this was genuinely one of the best things I've eaten in a while.

Where Bakerist Brown is and what each floor feels like

Bakerist Brown is located at Nonhyeon Tower, 21 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It's a sizeable bakery café spanning from basement 1 up to the 3rd floor, so the space felt bigger than I expected.

The 1st floor is great for browsing bread and desserts, and the 2nd floor is a clean space with natural light that's also nice for photos. What I liked most, though, was the basement space. It was quieter and roomier than I expected, making it a great spot to sit for a while with coffee.

I didn't end up using the outdoor space, but it's really pretty.

How does the pepperoni kouign-amann taste?

What I ordered was Bakerist Brown's pepperoni kouign-amann.

This Pepperoni Kouign-Amann was truly beyond my expectations. Crisp outside and soft and moist inside, with the rich buttery flavor kouign-amann is known for coming through strongly. Add the salty tang of pepperoni on top, and it wasn't just a sweet pastry — it was addictive in a way that made me want to keep eating.

Personally, it's one of the more memorable breads I've had recently, and if I come back, this is definitely something I'd order again. That texture alone is why I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a great pastry spot near Gangnam Station.

Black sesame latte with the bread: does it work?

I assumed the bread would be the highlight, but the drinks were satisfying too. The black sesame latte in particular was really good — better than I expected.

The nutty flavor of black sesame came through strongly, and it wasn't overly sweet, which I liked. Paired with a flavorful bread like the pepperoni kouign-amann, the combination worked really well. It's a drink that even people who find sweet desserts too much could enjoy.

Raspberry French pie and cookies at Bakerist Brown

I also enjoyed the raspberry French pie I ordered alongside. It has a thinner, crispier texture than typical bread, so it was easy to enjoy lightly, and the tartness of the raspberry paired well with coffee. It's a good option when you want something simple for dessert.

The cookies I got on top of that were really delicious too.

Why Bakerist Brown is worth it as a Gangnam Station bakery

They also had the wakppu bread that's trending lately.

Bakerist Brown isn't just a café with a nice atmosphere — the bread itself was genuinely satisfying. Since it's a bakery that makes everything in-house with good ingredients, the flavor really came through, and each item felt carefully thought out. The pepperoni kouign-amann especially is something I'd tell anyone to try at least once.

If you're looking for a bakery near Gangnam Station, a great bakery spot in Gangnam, or a salt bread place near Gangnam Station, this is worth a visit. It's a bakery I'd want to revisit and try more of the menu next time.

Bakerist is a great place to stop by without much fuss and enjoy good bread and dessert. There's a wide variety of bread and it's easy to grab something quick with coffee, so if you're in the area, I'd recommend dropping by.

Bakerist Brown at a glance

• Location: Nonhyeon Tower, 21 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, basement 1 to floor 3
• Ordered: Pepperoni kouign-amann, black sesame latte, raspberry French pie, cookies
• Seating: 2nd floor has natural light; basement is quiet and spacious, good for staying a while
• Outdoor space isn't used but is pretty to look at
• New items like wakppu bread are also on display