Cheonsang Gaok is one of the most Instagrammable cafés in Seongsu-dong — a neighborhood that’s reinvented itself from old factories into Seoul’s version of Brooklyn. With its greenhouse-like glass ceiling, hanging white textiles, and tropical plants everywhere, the space feels airy, bright, and almost like a botanical garden in the middle of the city.

📍 Location:
322-4, Seongsu-dong 2(i)-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
서울 성동구 성수이로14길 14 (Seongsu Station, Line 2, Exit 3)

🕑 Hours: 11am – 10pm (Daily)

. Pastries on display often include Earl Grey Lemon Scones, Egg Tarts, Croffles, Black Sesame Cake, and Lemon Pound Cake. Pair them with their signature Pepper Honey Latte (₩6,500) — a creamy latte sprinkled with black pepper that gives it a sweet-yet-spicy kick. Other standouts include the Milk Einspänner (₩6,500) and the Citron Foam Milk (₩6,500), which is subtly citrusy and not overly sweet.

Non-coffee drinkers have plenty of options too: Real Strawberry Milk, Real Watermelon Juice, Banana Brain (all ₩6,800), or a refreshing Plum Ade (₩6,000).

💡 Tip: The rooftop greenhouse aesthetic makes this café a photographer’s dream — come early if you want quieter vibes and the best natural light for photos.

What to Order:

• ☕ Pepper Honey Latte – their signature spicy-sweet latte.

• 🥐 Earl Grey Lemon Scone – fragrant and buttery, perfect with coffee.

• 🍰 Black Sesame Cake or Croffle – unique flavors with great texture.

• 🥛 Real Strawberry Milk or Citron Foam Milk – refreshing non-coffee picks.