# Gangnam cocktail bar with skull-glass drinks: Ugly - By Yudam (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-evening-tab/) - Written Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written with support for a visit to the venue. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-evening-tab/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-evening-tab/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/index.md) ## In short Ugly is a cocktail and whisky bar in Gangnam, Seoul, two minutes from Gangnam Station Exit 11. I tried cocktails from 16,000 to 21,000 won, plus a 25,000 won cheese plate, across its bar, terrace, and private-room seating. Verdict: a fun, approachable choice for dates or a second stop near Gangnam Station. ## Good to know - **Hours**: Sun–Thu 18:30–02:00; Fri–Sat 18:30–03:00 - **Seating**: Main-floor tables, second-floor tables, terrace seating, and private rooms - **Conditions**: One menu item per person; only birthday cakes may be brought in from outside - **Cocktail preparation**: May take 15 minutes or longer during busy periods - **Complimentary snack**: Pretzels provided; refills available - **Ordered**: Berry Ugly ₩19,000; Valencia ₩16,000; Cheese Plate ₩25,000; Mai Tai ₩19,000; Amaretto Sour ₩20,000; Manhattan ₩21,000; Long Island Iced ₩18,000; Truffle Fries ₩17,000 *as written by the visitor on Sep 11, 2026* Today I visited Ugly, a great Gangnam Station bar for blind dates and a cocktail-and-whisky bar near Gangnam Station. ![Introduction to Ugly, a Gangnam Station cocktail bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-01-nwt3g-1200.webp) ## How to get to Ugly from Gangnam Station Exit 11 Ugly is on the fifth floor at 5 Gangnam-daero 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It is a two-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 11, so the access was excellent—it is such an easy spot to reach by subway 👍 ![Directions to Ugly near Gangnam Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-02-1i287-1844.webp) ![The route to Ugly near Gangnam Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-03-brnmi-2250.webp) ![Ugly building exterior near Gangnam Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-04-4dvme-3024.webp) Walk straight from Gangnam Station Exit 11, turn right at the New Balance Gangnam store, then continue a little farther and you will see the Ugly sign on the left 😊 It may be easier to look for Wawa Wa Arcade ♥️ It is on the fifth floor, but there is an elevator, so getting up was easy. ## A range of seating, from bar seats to the terrace Before entering, they check your ID and then show you to your seat; I was seated at the bar. ✔️ Make sure to bring your ID. There are main-floor tables, second-floor tables, terrace seating, and private rooms. The ceiling was so unusual that it gave the space a dreamy, mysterious atmosphere. ![Ugly bar seating and dreamy interior atmosphere](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-05-pn9iw-2250.webp) ![Ugly interior with a range of seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-06-14fy4-2250.webp) - You can call a staff member anytime if you need menu recommendations or an explanation. - Each person must order one menu item. - Only birthday cakes may be brought in from outside. - Room tables and second-floor tables have call buttons on the lower side. - Cocktails can take 15 minutes or longer to make during busy periods. - All cocktail glasses are delicate thin glass, so handle them carefully. - The smoking area is to the right of the terrace outside the venue. - Hookah and shisha are available only at designated tables and take around 15 minutes to prepare. ![Guide to using the Ugly cocktail bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-07-10u48-3000.webp) ## Cocktails from classics to signatures The cocktail list had a wide selection, from classics to signatures. ![Ugly's classic and signature cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-08-1gvys-3000.webp) I spent ages deciding what to choose, then went for some distinctive cocktails. ![Choosing distinctive cocktails at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-09-1nvfx-3000.webp) ![Looking through Ugly's cocktail menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-10-a6sr7-3000.webp) We ordered Berry Ugly ₩19,000, Valencia ₩16,000, Cheese Plate ₩25,000, Mai Tai ₩19,000, Amaretto Sour ₩20,000, Manhattan ₩21,000, Long Island Iced ₩18,000, and Truffle Fries ₩17,000 💛 ![Ordered cocktails and snacks at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-11-7oe25-966.webp) ![The ordered menu spread at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-12-1dh94-966.webp) Pretzels are served as the complimentary snack, and you can get refills. ![Complimentary pretzels at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-13-p6akw-966.webp) The little lamp set on every table was such a focal point at Ugly Bar ✨ ![Ugly's table-lamp accent](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-14-1n2r2-966.webp) ![Table lamps and seating at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-15-1nqpi-966.webp) ## Cheese Plate and Truffle Fries The Cheese Plate at ₩25,000 comes with salami, crackers, olives, cheese, nuts, and grissini. Cheese is one of the best snacks with wine or cocktails, in my opinion! I really recommend ordering this plate ❤️ ![Cheese Plate selection at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-16-z485k-966.webp) The Truffle Fries at ₩17,000 are fries topped with truffle oil and Grana Padano cheese. There is no way these could taste bad, right? 👍 ![Truffle Fries at Ugly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-17-7d482-966.webp) ![Truffle Fries paired with cocktails](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-18-ghmmm-966.webp) ## From sweet cocktails to high-proof whisky cocktails Berry Ugly, ₩19,000, comes in a skull-shaped glass. You can taste both cherry and berry, so I recommend it for something sweet and refreshing! At around 12% ABV, it is not especially strong. Above all, the glass is so cute—such a killer back view (๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧ ![Berry Ugly cocktail in a skull-shaped glass](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-19-1xp31-966.webp) Valencia, ₩16,000, is based on apricot brandy, orange, and lemon. They lightly torch the orange peel too, which really amps up the fresh citrus aroma! At around 7% ABV, it is easy to drink. Long Island Iced, ₩18,000, is fairly strong at 15% ABV. It is spirit-based and has a little cola in it too. ![Long Island Iced cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-20-1jeg5-966.webp) Mai Tai, ₩19,000, contains rum, dry curaçao, lime juice, and orange syrup. The ABV was a lower-than-expected 22%!! It is quite sweet for its strength. The presentation is so pretty, right? It was refreshingly delicious 😋 ![Mai Tai cocktail presentation](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-21-p23x9-966.webp) ![Refreshing Mai Tai cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-22-1aqr8-966.webp) Amaretto Sour, ₩20,000, is an unusual drink containing amaretto, bourbon whisky, lemon juice, and even egg white. I wondered whether the egg white would be okay, but that was needless worry. Such a distinctive flavor!! It is 11% ABV. ![Amaretto Sour cocktail](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-23-kxpam-966.webp) ![Amaretto Sour and whisky cocktails](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar-24-b92po-966.webp) Manhattan, ₩21,000, blends bourbon whisky with vermouth, so it was high-proof at 27% ABV 👍 I recommend it to whisky lovers!! If you are a lightweight, you could get tipsy easily, so I recommend it only to people confident with alcohol. ## Recommended for Gangnam Station dates and second stops The cocktail lineup is varied, the drinks look distinctive, and the atmosphere is casual, so even first-time bar visitors can come without feeling intimidated—💗the best💗 I highly recommend it as a second stop for Gangnam Station birthday parties, dates, or blind dates. If you are looking for a whisky or cocktail bar, definitely visit 👍 ## Where it is - Ugly (어글리) - 5 Gangnam-daero 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 강남구 강남대로96길 5 5F - 37.4998201, 127.0274766 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%96%B4%EA%B8%80%EB%A6%AC/@37.4998201,127.0274766,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-evening-tab/gangnam-ugly-cocktail-bar/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt