Discover Seoul's top eateries, from K-POP favorites to trendy cafes, with the TRIPLE Korea app for a delicious travel experience!
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Speaking of traveling to Korea, first is delicious food! From classic Korean dishes to trendy cafes and sweets, there are plenty of must-visit places since you’ve come all this way. In the gourmet city of Seoul, there are also popular idols' favorite spots... The Korea travel app "TRIPLE Korea" can solve everything from researching such popular shops to finding the best routes to comfortably reach them! Why not check out the shops and menus posted by K-POP artists on social media and spend a special time? >> Download TRIPLE Korea here ◆ NCT's Doyoung & Jungwoo's favorite "A.ga Gelato" A gelato specialty shop known as a favorite of NCT's Doyoung and Jungwoo. It offers a variety of flavors from sweet chocolate to refreshing fruits. The pop decor with red accents is also a must-see. There are stores in Apgujeong and Seongsu, so visit the one that is easiest to access. ■ A.ga Gelato ・Apgujeong Store 1F, 11, 155-gil Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ・Seongsu Store 41-19, Yeonmusang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul 【Doyoung & Jungwoo PICK Menu】 Miscal, Apple Mango, Dark Chocolate ◆ RIIZE's Seongchan passionately talks about the best combination! "Yoajung" The most popular yogurt ice cream specialty shop in Korea recently. The secret to its popularity is that you can customize it with various toppings like fruits, coconut chunks, and granola. Seongchan discussed the best combinations on the fan platform "Weverse," making it a hot topic among fans. The base is yogurt ice cream and Greek yogurt, so it's perfect even in cold seasons. Most stores are delivery/takeout only, so it's best to enjoy it back at your hotel. ■ Yoajung ・Seongsu Main Store B1F, 668-25, Seongsu-dong 1-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul ・Gangnam Station Store 834-103, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ・Apgujeong Rodeo Store 660-17, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 【Seongchan PICK Menu】 Gold Mango + Honeycomb + Chocolate Shell + Shine Muscat + Banana + Strawberry Pop Pop ◆ SEVENTEEN's Mingyu's terrace seat at "Mizuki Kintaro Cafe" A cafe in Gangnam posted by SEVENTEEN's Mingyu on Instagram, surrounded by nature that feels far from the city. Enjoy cafe time at the green terrace seat where Mingyu actually sat, and don't forget to take a photo on the rainbow stairs right next to the cafe that he posted on Instagram. ■ Mizuki Kintaro Cafe 25-6, Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 【Mingyu PICK Menu】 Jambon Beurre, Iced Americano ◆ THE BOYZ's Hyunjae's name on the menu at "Seongsu Talak" A restaurant located in the popular tourist spot Seongsu. It became a hot topic when THE BOYZ's Hyunjae visited alone and posted a photo on the fan platform "bubble." At this shop, you can see THE BOYZ-related goods and a poster of the "Hyunjae Set" he ordered. When you order the "Hyunjae Set," you can have "The Boyz" written on your receipt, making it feel even more special! Photo=blog.naver.com:meon_blog & eru327 ■ Seongsu Talak 328-15, Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul 2F 【Hyunjae PICK Menu】 Chapmoksal Steak, Spicy Crab Risotto, Cream Onion Fried Potatoes ◆ &TEAM's delicious carrot cake at "Nuknok Yeonnam Store" A cafe in Yeonnam-dong visited by &TEAM. A popular cafe with stylish decor, selling cute goods. The members of &TEAM sat at a window seat and enjoyed the signature carrot cake. The visual, resembling dirt with lotus biscuits and a cream-filled croissant, looks just like a real carrot. It's perfect for Instagram, so it's sure to attract attention. You can choose from several types of cream, such as pistachio cream or basil cream. ■ Nuknok Yeonnam Store 223-80, Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul 【&TEAM PICK Menu】 Tang Tang Gun Pistachio, Shikke ◆ BTS's RM's sister runs "CAFE FAR BEN" A cafe that just opened in Seongsu in July 2024. With stylish decor and a wide variety of bakery menus, it embodies the charm of Seongsu cafes, but the special reason for fans is that RM's sister runs this cafe. A potted plant RM gifted to the cafe is placed at the entrance, with RM's real name written on it, so don't forget to take a photo. ■ CAFE FAR BEN 309-148, Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul ◆ IVE's Wonyoung recommends "KYERI" A bakery cafe recommended by IVE's Wonyoung during her time with IZ*ONE. It's a quiet place, perfect for those wanting to take a breather during their travels. A healthy dessert cafe specializing in butter-free treats, it's even better when enjoyed with coffee! There are many types of cheesecake, including hazelnut chocolate, lavender Earl Grey, and pumpkin. ■ KYERI 73-7, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 【Wonyoung PICK Menu】 Crumble Cake ◆ aespa's WINTER's top pick! The bakery "Asoto" that opened this year. The menu, reminiscent of retro Showa Japan with firm pudding and cream soda, has become a hot topic and quickly gained popularity. After aespa's WINTER reported her visit through "bubble," it gained even more attention. The signature menu is melon bread, with a variety of options including regular melon bread, vanilla cream-filled, and salted melon bread. ■ Asoto 156-9, Uljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul 【WINTER PICK Menu】 Melon Bread ◆ TWICE's Sana's recommended bakery "Pyrma Bakery Anguk Store" Photo=blog.naver.com:do__ra A bakery shop recommended by TWICE's Sana. The Earl Grey donut selected by Sana is characterized by its soft Earl Grey cream, with a gentle sweetness. Since dining in is not allowed, it's recommended to take it out and enjoy it in a park or hotel. ■ Pyrma Bakery Anguk Store 28, 153-gil Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 1F 【Sana PICK Menu】 Super Earl Grey (Earl Grey Donut) ◆ LE SSERAFIM introduced "Pachamama Bakery" on a show! A bakery shop located in Yongsan introduced when LE SSERAFIM appeared on the popular Korean variety show "All-Knowing Obsessive Viewpoint." Since it's close to the HYBE headquarters, it's also recommended to visit when stopping by HYBE. With a wide variety of options like salted bread, vanilla strawberry, pistachio slices, raspberry pastries, apple pie, and peanut chocolate buns, many people visit two days in a row. ■ Pachamama Bakery 9, 62, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 【LE SSERAFIM PICK Menu】 Salted Bread, Pistachio Slice, Vanilla Strawberry Slice, Raspberry Pastry, Apple Pie, Peanut Chocolate Bun, Rum Sweet Pastry ◆ ZEROBASEONE members also visited the show! "Gumdeji Shokudo" A restaurant introduced on the Korean variety show "Line-up Restaurant 2," where celebrities line up without any special treatment to visit popular gourmet spots. ZEROBASEONE's Seong Hanbin and Seok Matthew visited here, which is also known as a Michelin restaurant frequently visited by popular idols like BTS, EXO, and SHINee. The special leaf vegetable menu "Basil Sam" enhances the taste of the thick and juicy meat. ■ Gumdeji Shokudo 370-69, Shindang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 1-3F 【Seong Hanbin & Seok Matthew PICK Menu】 Ponsamgyop (bone-in pork belly), Basil Sam, Kimchi Jjigae ◆ Stray Kids & DAY6's favorite "LAMB NIKUYA Dunchon 2nd Store" A specialty shop for lamb and lamb ribs near Olympic Park. Known for being frequently visited by Stray Kids. There are many member signatures and photos displayed throughout the store, and fans have left many post-it notes, making it a great spot for a certification shot. It's also known as a staple for JYP's popular idol DAY6, and was introduced on the fan communication platform "V LIVE." ■ LAMB NIKUYA Dunchon 2nd Store 443-34, Seongnae-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul ◆ SEVENTEEN's holy place "Kopuchan Panun Kogijjip" Photo=blog.naver.com:silver_0428 A shop introduced in SEVENTEEN's YouTube content "GOING SEVENTEEN." There are many member photos posted outside the shop, making it a must for photo opportunities. Inside, SEVENTEEN's songs play, and menu names like "CARAT Set" derived from the fan name are also noteworthy. Events are held for each member's birthday, so if you're a CARAT, it's a spot you must visit at least once. ■ Kopuchan Panun Kogijjip 173-14, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul 4F (Provided by TRIPLE Korea)
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