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Trendy cafe with industrial vibe
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Café

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Christina DiFerdinando

Set inside a former 1970s metal factory, this place is the definition of industrial chic — raw concrete walls, exposed pipes, wide windows, and sprawling communal tables that give it a cool yet welcoming vibe.

The space is massive, with plenty of variety: long tables for groups, cushioned corners for couples, quiet nooks for solo visitors, and even a breezy rooftop terrace that’s perfect in autumn or at golden hour. Every corner feels effortlessly photogenic, which explains why it’s a hotspot for both stylish locals and travelers with cameras in hand.

Food here comes from the in-house Bread 05 Bakery, known for its wide selection of pastries and breads. The most iconic is the Pandoro (₩5,000) — an Italian-style sugar-dusted bread shaped like a cone. When you cut into it, the powdered sugar falls like snow, making it as fun to photograph as it is to eat. It’s fluffy, lightly sweet, and the kind of pastry you’ll probably want to order again.

Drinks range from espresso and flat whites to lattes, matcha, and seasonal specials like Avocado Milk (₩6,000) or Passion Fruit Soda (₩6,500). Prices run ₩4,500–6,500 for most coffees, which is reasonable given the atmosphere you’re soaking in.

💡 Tip: Weekends get especially busy, but that’s part of the energy here. If you want a quieter vibe (and first pick of pastries), go in the morning on a weekday.

What to Order:

  • 🍞 Pandoro – their most famous bread, lightly sweet and super fluffy.

  • 🥐 Other in-house pastries – all baked fresh daily.

  • Flat White or Cappuccino – solid, dependable coffee options.

  • 🥤 Seasonal Specials – like Avocado Milk or Passion Fruit Soda for something different.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cafe.onion/

Naver map: https://naver.me/5BcjOeni

📍 Location:
8 Achasan-ro 9-gil, Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
서울 성동구 아차산로9길 8 (Seongsu Station, Line 2, Exit 2)

🕑 Hours:
Mon–Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat–Sun: 10am – 10pm

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