Seoul’s 5 Most Instagrammable Wine Bars with Spectacular Views

① Wine Bars Located in Jongno

Tarsty is a traditional Korean-style wine bar located in Samcheong-dong. It’s a quiet, relaxing space where you can enjoy wine while looking at traditional Korean houses. Once seated, you can look down on the traditional houses, creating a pleasant atmosphere.

As it’s a traditional Korean-style wine bar, the food on its menu is also Korean. There are dishes prepared that pair well with wine. The daytime view before sunset is lovely, but the atmosphere becomes even more serene at night. Tarsty is famous for offering orange wine to taste.

It’s recommended to make a reservation before visiting Tarsty. Seats with the best views tend to get booked quickly. Visitors have left reviews like “I love the hidden wine bar vibe. The view was so beautiful when sitting at the bar.” “I fell in love with the amazing view as expected.” and “The appetizers pair well with the wine, and the interior is neat without any unnecessary decor.”

• Address: 102-15 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Talssty
• Business Hours: Wed. and Thu.: 5:00–11:00 p.m., Sat.: 3:00–11:00 p.m., Sun.: 3:00–10:30 p.m., Closed on Mon. and Tue.
• Menu: Sea Cucumber Noodles $16, Sesame Oil Fried Food $15, Citrus Tomato $7.50

Kangaroo is a newly opened wine bar in Seochon. As soon as they opened for business, they received much attention on social media and quickly became a hot spot. It started to become known as a wine bar with a great view.

As soon as you step into the wine bar, you’ll see the scenery of Bugaksan Mountain beyond the large window. The view of traditional houses spread out under Bugaksan Mountain creates a serene atmosphere.

Various foods are prepared to be enjoyed with wine. Meat pies, pasta, churros, toasts, etc. are all available. Kangaroo, a place that sells alcohol, operates on the principle of one bottle of wine per table or one bottle of beer or other beverage per person.

• Address: 3rd Floor, 18-13 Jahamun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Kangaroo
• Business Hours: 3:00–11:00 p.m.
• Menu: Basil Pesto Pasta $15, Meat Pie $12.50

② Restaurants with Beautiful Night Views

Szimpatikus Seongsu is a great place to enjoy night views. It has large glass windows on one side, allowing you to enjoy the cityscape. The atmosphere gets even better at night.

Szimpatikus is a fine casual restaurant offering various European dishes and wines. It’s a place where you can enjoy high-quality food and wine. The menu includes everything from steak to pasta and coffee.

Most visitors have left reviews stating that the atmosphere is good and the foods are excellent. Szimpatikus is a wine bar where corkage is possible, and the corkage fee is $16.50 per bottle.

• Address: 6 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, 3rd Floor R5
• Business Hours: 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Break Time: 3:00–5:00 p.m.
• Menu: Charcoal Grilled Iberico Pluma Steak $40, Bracken Pasta $18

Noct is a wine bar located near Dongjak Station. At Noct, you can enjoy your time while looking at the night view of the Han River. Thanks to its unique interior and music, it’s gaining popularity as a place with a great atmosphere.

At Noct, the Han River is beyond the large window, and the store’s atmosphere makes the night view even more beautiful. At Noct, you can taste wood-fired dishes full of smoke flavor. As it is a popular place, visiting after making a reservation is recommended.

If there is an empty seat on the day of the walk-in visit, you can have it. After 8 p.m., you need to inquire by phone.

• Address: 2085-96 Olympic-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, The River, 2nd Floor
• Business Hours: 6:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m., Closed on Sunday
• Menu: Chorizo Pasta $22.50, Salmon Steak $48, Smoked Ice Cream $8.30

③ Date Spots Famous for Their Atmosphere

ArsLonga is a wine bar near Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station. It’s a casual wine bar famous for its great view. The store consists of three stories and a rooftop. The rooftop view is also beautiful.

ArsLonga has a variety on its menu. They offer steak, pasta, lasagna, gnocchi, and dessert menus. In addition to the location at the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station location, ArsLonga also operates branches in Yeonsinnae and Jeju.

• Address: 3rd Floor, 18 Dongho-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
• Business Hours: 11:00–12:00 a.m.
• Menu: Sirloin Steak $32.50, Rose Cream Gnocchi $15.80, Tiramisu $7.50