Tranquil Treasures in Korea: Top 5 Hanok Cafés for Peaceful Moments

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① Cafes nestled in Hanok Villages

Chagyeong is a Hanok cafe located in Jeonju Hanok Village. The cafe’s exterior captures the traditional scenery of Hanok. Upon entering the cafe, you are greeted by a quaint Hanok who makes you feel like you have taken a step back.

Through the window, you can see the Hanok and the stone wall trail of Gyeonggijeon from inside. The cafe blends well with the Hanok Village, attracting many locals. For Dessert, you can taste sweet red bean paste jelly, matcha paste jelly, and red bean butter monaka at Chagyeong.

Address: 61 Gyeonggijeon-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Operating hours: 11:00 – 20:00
Menu: Chagyeong Coffee 6,500 KRW ($5.50), Red Bean Paste Jelly 2,400 KRW ($2), Red Bean Butter Monaka 4,000 KRW ($3.40)

Gyeongju, along with Jeonju, is a great travel destination for those who want to enjoy Hanok. Kado Kado is a Hanok cafe located on Hwangnidan-gil in Gyeongju. It’s a cafe where the simplicity of Hanok and the modern interior design go well together.

The landscape of Daereungwon, which can be seen from the second floor, is stunning. The terrace also has a seating area. From inside the cafe, you can view both Hwangnidan-gil and Daereungwon simultaneously.

Kado Kado’s signature menu includes corn shaved ice and a fried castella dessert with egg yolk sprinkled with sugar. It also offers a variety of cake options.

Address: 4, 1, 2nd floor, Poseok-ro 1092beon-gil, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Operating hours: 11:00 – 21:00
Menu: Corn Coffee 6,500 KRW ($5.50), Corn Shaved Ice 18,000 KRW ($15.30), Strawberry Cream Cake 7,000 KRW ($5.95)

② Spaces with extraordinary stories

Chebudo Hanok Cafe Mulle is a cafe located in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province. The cafe is operated inside a 120-year-old Hanok that has been remodeled. This Hanok was built by the owner’s father, which adds more meaning as the cafe owner was born and raised in that space.

They preserved the old form of Hanok and adopted a stylish interior design. There’s a yard in front of the Hanok, and outdoor seating is available in the garden.

Mulle is a place where you can enjoy homemade bread and coffee. Its popular menu includes black sesame roll cake and corn pineapple bun. Mulle is a unique Hanok cafe where you can enjoy a serene atmosphere.

Address: 8, Dambabseongji-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province
Operating hours: 10:00 – 19:00
Menu: Americano 5,500 KRW ($4.67), Omija Ade 6,000 KRW ($5.10), Raspberry Latte 7,000 KRW ($5.95)

③ Hanok cafes in Gyeonggi Province with a serene atmosphere

Cheonghwa Gonggan in Siheung, Gyeonggi Province, is a Hanok cafe under Mountain Sorae. It’s a 60-year-old Hanok building that has been reborn into a cafe. The exterior is serene, and the interior maintains the Hanok atmosphere.

In front of the Hanok, there is a beautiful pond and a grass field. It’s a place where you can taste different kinds of bread and coffee. The bakery starts serving at 10 AM and displays all breads around 11 AM.

With a wide variety of items such as salt bread, Pain de Campagne, whole corn bread, and Pretzel Laugen, it’s a great place to enjoy brunch. Cheonghwa Gonggan allows small dogs weighing less than 11 lbs to enter the outdoor area and accompany their owners.

Address: 155-25, Hohyeon-ro, Siheung, Gyeonggi Province
Operating hours: 10:00 – 21:30
Menu: Ssuk Hyunmi Cream Latte 6,400 KRW ($5.45), Chocolate Banana Croissant 6,500 KRW ($5.55)

House Bakery is a Hanok cafe in Munho-ri, Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province. It is a serene cafe located near the Bukhan River. The exterior is made of Hanok, while the interior showcases a stylish design.
In the annex, there are floor seating areas as well.

In front of the cafe is a wide yard. It’s pet-friendly, and pets can run around in the yard. House Bakery sells various kinds of bread, made only with organic flour from France and unsalted butter. They offer a variety of menu items, such as mango croissants, blueberry cheesecake, and salt bread. They also have desserts that pair well with coffee.

Address: 684, Bukhangang-ro, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province
Operating hours: 10:30 – 20:00
Menu: Real Mango Smoothie 9,900 KRW ($8.40), Mango Croissant 8,800 KRW ($7.50), Ham & Cheese Sandwich 9,500 KRW ($8.10)