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Cafés in Korea, told firsthand by local bloggers — with photos and Google Maps.
MUG is a large café in Sangbuk-myeon, Ulju, Ulsan, where I visited with my baby. The changing table, sink beside the nursing room, and microwave made the visit easier, and I enjoyed the chestnut cheesecake; however, very few bakery items remained when I visited.
Benetto (베네또) is a brunch café near Ulsan City Hall in Nam-gu, where I had two sandwiches and Americano by the window one morning. I liked the chunky filling in the ratatouille sandwich and the subtle basil aroma in the jambon (ham) and basil grilled sandwich. Parking out front was tight, so we used the City Hall parking lot.
Baegya Coffee is a large ocean-view café directly in front of Sageunjin Beach in Gangneung. I sat on the third floor with my child and tried the corn ice cream, corn cream shot latte, and grapefruit ade; the sweet, nutty corn flavors and beach walk stayed with me, though the rooftop was a no-kids zone and closed because of rain.
Cafe Dunchi is a riverside café in Yangyang, Gangwon, with water-leisure facilities on the first floor. We had drinks, then spent 30 minutes on a round electric boat with our music playing; the river views and nearby park were pleasant, though the restroom is a two- to three-minute walk away.
Pink Wall Cafe is a dog-friendly bakery café on Yongyuseo-ro in Yeongjong, Incheon. I had its Amerijamong and lemonade in the pink-themed space; it was pleasant for photos and conversation, though dog-access conditions should be confirmed before visiting.
Pulse Line Coffee is a café near Sillim? No—near Seoul National University Station in Gwanak, Seoul. I had an iced Americano, vanilla latte, and brûlée pie; the moist, lemon-zest pie paired especially well with the latte, though parking was not available.
Hands Coffee Dongchon Resort Branch is a café on a hill above Dongchon Resort in Dong-gu, Daegu, with wide views of the Geumho River through its large windows. My husband and I shared the Hands House Brunch Set and a milk cream roll; the portion was satisfying for two adults, though our food took about 20 minutes to arrive at mealtime.
MUG is a large bakery café in Sangbuk-myeon, Ulju, Ulsan, where I had two kinds of cinnamon rolls and drinks while looking out at the Yeongnam Alps. The apple compote texture and tangy lemon glaze stood out, but window seats are competitive and breads can sell out in the afternoon.
Baegya Coffee is a large ocean-view café on Haean-ro in Gangneung, with indoor window seats, a terrace, and a rooftop. We had iced Americanos and iced café lattes with a croissant and egg tart while looking out at the sea. The space was roomy and easy to move between floors, though the layout may feel a little confusing at first.
Pink Wall Cafe is a bakery café near Eulwangri and Masian Beach in Yeongjong, Incheon. After a coastal drive with my parents, I had a garlic cream cheese bagel and hot Americano; the rain, garden view, and nutty coffee made for a relaxing break.
Cafe Dunchi is a riverside café in Yangyang, Gangwon, about a five-minute drive from Naksan Beach. I had hibiscus iced tea and an iced latte, then took an electric boat onto Namdaecheon. The boat was easy to operate, though the chilly, overcast weather made the view less satisfying.
Pulse Line Coffee is a café in Gwanak, Seoul, where I stopped during a date for a brûlée pie, a Pulse-nal Latte, and mulberry yogurt. The pie was crisp and lemony, while the latte changed noticeably after stirring; the spacious interior and wall-side outlets were also useful.
