Indulge in the joy of Chuseok with delightful French pastries that make perfect gifts for your loved ones! Explore unique treats like madeleines and financiers in our guide to the best patisseries in Seoul.
Et Voilà (에뚜왈)
Located on Garosu-gil, Et Voilà is a cozy spot offering a variety of French pastries, with a focus on madeleines and financiers. The vivid green matcha madeleine is a standout item that is a must-try for both madeleine and matcha enthusiasts. Please note that the store is closed on the day of your visit.
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- address28 Chungjeong-ro 4-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
- phoneNo information
- operating timeNo information
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Violette Victor (위고에빅토르)
As one of Paris's top patisseries, Violette Victor has a flagship store at Lotte Department Store. While they don't offer madeleines, their assorted financiers are a treat not to miss! Indulge in hazelnut, caramel, and the triangular tart for a delightful experience. Note that the store is closed on the 14th and 15th.
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- addressB1, 81 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
- phone02-726-4058
- operating timeMon-Fri: 10:30 - 20:00 Sat-Sun: 10:30 - 20:30
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Comme des Petits (꼼다비뛰드)
Quietly opened in Nonhyeon-dong, Comme des Petits is a French bakery gaining immense popularity! Offering madeleines, financiers, and a range of pastries, most items are sold out by morning. A place of meticulous and uncomplicated bakery creations. Please note they are closed from September 11th to the 18th.
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- address62 Gangnam-daero 110-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- phone070-4101-8456
- operating timeThu: 11:00 - 17:00 Sat: 11:00 - 17:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysClosed on Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
Gateau de Bois Jus (가토 드 보야주)
Run by Chef Julien Pabario with 20 years of experience, Gateau de Bois Jus in Nonhyeon-dong is a must-visit French patisserie. While they don't have madeleines, you can delight in their large financiers. Don't miss the fragrant vanilla and rum-flavored canelés with a dense and chewy texture. The store is closed on Mondays.
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- address11 Gangnam-daero 89-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- phone070-8119-1199
- operating time11:00 - 21:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysClosed on Mon
Madelene Bar (마들렌바)
Discover the world of madeleines at Madelene Bar, a specialized bakery known for its fragrant Earl Grey cake! Indulge in the charmingly packaged madeleines in flavors like lemon, red velvet, jujube, and omija. The financiers are also excellent! Note that the store is closed on the 14th and 15th.
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- addressB1, 1 Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul
- phoneNo information
- operating time10:30 - 20:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Hungo Ringo Bread (훈고링고브레드)
A hotspot in Mangwon-dong for artisanal bread and pastries, Hungo Ringo Bread offers signature items like green tea pound cake and canelés. They also have madeleines available for gifting! Please be aware that they are closed on Mondays, the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.
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- address2F, 130 Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- phone02-336-9676
- operating timeMon-Sat: 12:00 - 21:00 Sun: 12:00 - 17:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysClosed on Mon, 1st/3rd Tue
Maison M.O. (메종엠오)
Experience the best of French pastries at Maison M.O., a renowned patisserie famous for its madeleines. The best-selling lemon madeleine is delightfully fragrant and refreshing. Don't miss out on seasonal variations of madeleines and the exquisite almond-flavored financiers. The store is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
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- address22 Bangbae-ro 26-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- phone070-4239-3335
- operating time11:30 - 20:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysClosed on Mon, Tue, Wed
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