Gabaedo Myeongdong
Matcha and coffee in a wood-paneled café near Myeongdong Station
Key Information
- ☕ Signatures: Matcha slush · Americano · Espresso
- 🪑 Spacious interior with wooden furniture · Terrace · Group seating
- 🕐 Daily 11:00–21:00
- 📍 2-minute walk from Exit 3 of Myeongdong Station
☕ A Wood-Paneled Café Tucked into a Myeongdong Alley, Gabaedo Myeongdong
Gabaedo takes its name from “gabae,” an old Korean word for coffee, and its signboard bears the Chinese characters 咖啡島. We recommend it to guests who want to step away from Myeongdong’s bustle and relax quietly.
If you are staying around Myeongdong or Namsan, we recommend a relaxing break between shopping at Gabaedo, a 2-minute walk from Exit 3 of Myeongdong Station.
The spacious interior, furnished with dark wood and latticed windows, evokes an old-style tearoom, perfect for quiet conversation or a rest. On fine days, terrace seats are also available.
The recommended drink is the matcha slush, made by blending matcha with ice, and classic coffees such as Americano and espresso are also served. Group seating makes it easy to visit with companions.
Why Locals Love It
- 🪑 Space — A spacious, calm interior with wooden furniture
- 🍵 Matcha slush — A refreshing house recommendation
- ☕ Classic coffee — Americano and espresso
- 🌿 Terrace — Seats to enjoy the fresh air
- 📍 Location — 2 minutes from Myeongdong Station
Tips for Foreign Visitors
- 🚇 About 110 m (a 2-minute walk) from Exit 3 of Myeongdong Station
- 🍵 First time? Try the matcha slush (₩6,500)
- 🕐 Open every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- 🪧 Look for the Chinese characters “咖啡島” on the sign to find the entrance
- 🚗 No private parking; use a nearby paid lot
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