Jung-gu sits at the geographic and commercial center of Seoul, encompassing Myeongdong (K-beauty and street food), Namdaemun Market, and the financial district. The food here spans the full range — from tourist-facing street stalls in Myeongdong to understated lunch joints serving office workers, and traditional Korean restaurants that have operated for decades without needing to advertise.
An incredible atmosphere. A great spot for cocktails or whisky, and definitely somewhere to experience if you’re in Seoul. The cocktails are slightly on the lighter side in terms of alcohol, but that doesn’t take away from the overall enjoyment. Absolutely worth a visit.
This is the taste of fine luxury, tiramisu + whiskey had the best combination and I will visit again the next round. ✨
My friends and I, a group of four girls, decided to enter this bar after being drawn in by its attractive interior design. While we found the drinks enjoyable, our experience was marred by an incident that felt discriminatory. Upon entering, we noticed that the atmosphere was lively, with several tables around us being quite noisy. We understood that this is typical for a bar setting and were not bothered by it. However, to our surprise, the bar manager approached our table and asked us to keep our noise levels down. This request was particularly perplexing given that the table next to us—composed of locals —was significantly louder, yet they were not asked at all. When we questioned the manager about why we were singled out, his response was, "It's a Korean thing, and they would know." This statement was not only confusing but also felt discriminatory. In 2025, I find it hard to believe that such biases still exist, particularly in a public setting where everyone should be treated equally.
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