# Seochon café with sunny terrace brunch: Respire Bakery Cafe - By Daeon (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-teacup-route/) - Written Sep 10, 2026 - Updated Sep 13, 2026 - Local places › Cafés › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-teacup-route/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-teacup-route/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/index.md) ## In short Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon is a brunch café in Jongno, Seoul. I had French toast and an iced Americano 15.5 in its sunlit terrace seating and cozy wood-toned space. Verdict: a lovely stop for a relaxed Seochon brunch. ## Good to know - **French toast**: 15.5 - **Respire toast**: 15.5 - **Garlic shrimp sandwich**: 10.5 - **Ciabatta sandwich**: 10.5 - **Omelet sandwich**: 8.5 - **Seasonal salad**: 15.0 - **Seating**: Second floor and six-person table - **Hours**: Weekdays 08:30–18:00 / Weekends 09:00–19:00 *as written by the visitor on Sep 10, 2026* ![Signature brunch photo at Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-01-6k77p-1200.webp) Whenever I go to Seochon, I tend to look for one atmospheric brunch café at a time. This time, I visited Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon, which really captures the charm of the alleyways. I was happy with everything from brunch to baked goods and coffee, so I thought I’d leave a review for anyone looking for a great brunch spot in Seochon~~! ![Visit to Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-02-1avth-900.webp) ## What is this Seochon alley brunch café like? Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon is tucked into a Seochon alley within walking distance of Gyeongbokgung Station! Step just a little away from the busy streets and the atmosphere becomes wonderfully relaxed, making it nice to visit as part of a stroll. The white exterior pairs beautifully with warm wood details, and it was such a photogenic space from the entrance onward. ![White exterior entrance of Respire Bakery Cafe](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-03-1qbkg-900.webp) It has such a lovely atmosphere for brunch when the sun is out! ![Sunny Seochon brunch café atmosphere](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-04-xw5rg-900.webp) ## A warm, inviting interior As soon as I opened the door, the cozy atmosphere caught my eye. The wood-toned interior came together beautifully and felt comfortable, while the little objects placed around the room added even more character to the space. ![Wood-toned interior at Respire Bakery Cafe](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-05-o0ip4-966.webp) The terrace seats that catch the sunlight were the most popular. The atmosphere is also perfect for a date. ![Sunlit terrace seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-06-17w07-900.webp) There’s a second floor, too! Haha ![Second-floor space at Respire Bakery Cafe](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-07-5aqb1-966.webp) It felt so cozy and comfortable that I wanted to stay for a long time. There’s also a table for six, so it’s nice for visiting with friends. ![Cozy café interior seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-08-1mo2m-900.webp) ![Six-person seating for a gathering with friends](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-09-ftpkx-900.webp) ## What kinds of salt bread are there? Alongside the brunch menu, there was also a wide selection of sogeumppang (salt bread). Mentaiko potato, garlic cream cheese, condensed milk cream, and more—all of them looked so appetizing~~ that it was hard to decide what to choose. ![A variety of salt breads](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-10-155io-900.webp) ![Mentaiko potato salt bread display](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-11-99cuv-900.webp) ![Garlic cream cheese salt bread display](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-12-bexbk-900.webp) ![Condensed milk cream salt bread display](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-13-14mwz-900.webp) ![Bakery salt bread varieties](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-14-1ecdi-900.webp) Quite a few customers were taking baked goods to go, which made it clear that this is a popular bakery. ![A bakery popular with takeout customers](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-15-1ji8c-900.webp) ## French toast brunch menu review - French toast 15.5 - Respire toast 15.5 - Garlic shrimp sandwich 10.5 - Ciabatta sandwich 10.5 - Omelet sandwich 8.5 - Seasonal sandwich - Seasonal salad 15.0 ![Respire Bakery Cafe brunch menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-16-10r6l-900.webp) This time, I ordered the French toast and an iced Americano. ![French toast and iced Americano](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-17-1ihp0-900.webp) The French toast was nicely browned on the outside and moist inside, with a lovely texture. ![Golden-brown French toast](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-18-83g14-900.webp) It was so soft and fluffy—the texture was absolutely wonderful~!! Haha ![Soft, fluffy French toast texture](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-19-12co0-900.webp) It was even better dipped in the ice cream~ ![French toast served with ice cream](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-20-nktm3-900.webp) The figs served alongside it added sweetness and freshness, and I found it very satisfying as a brunch dish. ![Brunch plate served with figs](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-21-y2ubj-900.webp) The iced Americano had a clean taste that paired well with brunch, and having dessert along with it made the meal feel wonderfully unhurried. ![Brunch and iced Americano](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-22-1j5vu-900.webp) Overall, the plating was pretty, so it was great for photos, too. ![Beautifully plated brunch menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-23-16no8-900.webp) ## What I liked after visiting - The atmosphere lets you feel the distinctive charm of Seochon’s alleyways. - You can enjoy both brunch and baked goods, so there are plenty of choices. - The interior was quiet and pleasant, making it nice for conversation. - The food was beautifully plated and satisfying to photograph. - It is in a great location to combine with a walk around Gyeongbokgung or Seochon. I could enjoy brunch at a relaxed pace in this atmospheric space, and both the food and the setting left a great impression. If you are planning a Gyeongbokgung date or a day out in Seochon, it is a place worth stopping by at least once. ![A brunch café that suits a Seochon outing](https://img.superchart.com/images/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire-24-1vehe-900.webp) ## Where it is - Respire Bakery Cafe Seochon (레스피레베이커리카페 서촌) - 40-7 Hyoja-ro 13-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 종로구 효자로13길 40-7 레스피레 - 37.5827651, 126.9721449 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%A0%88%EC%8A%A4%ED%94%BC%EB%A0%88%EB%B2%A0%EC%9D%B4%EC%BB%A4%EB%A6%AC%EC%B9%B4%ED%8E%98%20%EC%84%9C%EC%B4%8C/@37.5827651,126.9721449,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-teacup-route/seochon-french-toast-brunch-respire/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt