Diving into the world of Korean café culture, let's unravel the magic of four exquisite large-scale hidden cafés waiting to indulge your coffee obsession.

Le Detour (르디투어)

Designed by world-renowned architect, Kwak Hee-Soo, Le Detour in Suwon, Gwanggyo stuns with its architectural magnificence. Their pastries made fresh daily using Isigny butter and premium ingredients become irresistible when paired with their bold signature drink - Cinnamon plus Maesil (green plum). Located on the outskirts of Seoul, this spot is worth a detour!

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  • address36-234, Wellbeing Town Road, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
  • phone031-217-0004
  • operating time10:00 - 21:00
  • break timeNo information
  • holidaysNo information
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Nitda (닛다)

Nestled at the foot of the captivating Mt. Gamak in the region of Yangju, makes Nitda a parfait scape from the daily din. Boasting a clean, white-toned interior, it's a favorite spot amongst lifestyle photographers. Their signature is a decadent decaf latte topped with creamy sweetness. Though it lacks flashy menu items, it is tranquil and offers artisanal delights and desserts synonymous with popular cafés.

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  • address640, Gamaksan-ro, Nam-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
  • phone031-865-4634
  • operating timeNo information
  • break timeNo information
  • holidaysNo information
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Anarchy (아나키아)

Newly emerging in Uijeongbu is Anarchy, a colossal five-story café, currently operating the first three floors as a café and reserving the top two for a future restaurant. The second floor boasts a centerpiece fountain alongside tables, instilling a sense of grandiosity. This hub is not limited to coffees; it offers a vibrant cultural liveliness too.

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  • address22, Jandol-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do
  • phoneNo information
  • operating timeNo information
  • break timeNo information
  • holidaysNo information

And Terrace (앤드테라스)

Meeting the epitome of botanical cafés, we have 'And Terrace' in Paju. The sheer magnitude embraced by lush greenery makes it a true urban oasis. For a blissful brunch, do give Terrace Platter or Avocado Shrimp Open Sandwiches or Mushroom Shrimp Cream Pasta a try. The spectacular view of a meal amidst a botanical garden is an unmissable treat.

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  • address195, Minseokcheon-ro, Gwangtan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
  • phoneNo information
  • operating time10:00 - 22:00
  • break timeNo information
  • holidaysNo information

These were some of the finest handpicked Korean cafés worth visiting for more than just their coffee - who knows, your next favorite spot may just be waiting amongst them. Don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for our next culinary exploration!