Are you someone who canโt get through the day without a steaming cup of coffee? If so, join me as my taste-buds and I explore the best coffee shop in Seoul! Youโll find cafes on almost every street in Seoul, but this is no ordinary cafe. Curious? Read on to find out why the Pomellow Bean coffee really is the best coffee in Seoul.
Getting There
- Pomellow Bean is located about 5 minutes walk from Gongdeok Station Exit 1.
- From central Seoul, you can take a bus from Seosomun to Gongdeok or take subway Line 5.
- Address: Block 102, The Sharp Apartment, 478 Gongdeok-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Hours: 11:00-21:00. Closed Mondays.
Best Coffee in Seoul? Hereโs the Evidenceโฆ
Pomellow bean isnโt just a coffee shop. It is also a working roastery and an essential archive of coffee beansโฆThis way coffeeholics!
The photo below shows a typical day at Pomellow Bean, and itโs packed. It seems that it is common knowledge how great this coffee is.
An Elegant Atmosphere
I really loved the chic, high-end aesthetic of this place. The dark blue walls really complement the golden theme of the brand, giving the shop an air of refinement.
The minimalist lighting and interior provides a soothing, clean effect while highlighting the coffee bags as the star of the scene. They look like an open showcase that exhibits the coffee bags for all to explore.
Special blends are exhibited on the counter for you to have a closer look. The title of โcoffee shopโ or โcafeโ doesnโt do this place justice. It is better suited as a museum or library showcasing all things related to coffee-making and tasting!
Letโs Browse the Fresh Bean Library!
The illustrious shelves feature coffee beans from all over the world, including Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ethiopia and Brazil, countries famed for their coffee. The bags also have labels that inform you the tasting notes of each blend. I didnโt realise that coffee was so versatile until I visited the unique Pomellow Bean.
If youโre a coffee novice, donโt worry. There is a chart โ or cheat sheet โ featuring all coffee bean codes in one place. Each code has its own tasting notes, varying from floral and citrus to honey and nutty. There are so many fun flavors to try out and you can choose the mix of flavors in your coffee according to your own taste.
Every week the staff choose a โWeekly Beanโ to put in the spotlight. When I went, the bean of the week was from Guatemala. You can see it had hints of raisin, chocolate with a smooth texture. Additionally, there is a web that indicates even more specific flavour information including its degree of sweetness, balance and aftertaste.
Professional Service and Quality Taste
Despite the popularity with the crowd, thanks to the speed and skill of the staff we were drinking our delicious coffees in no time!
Final Thoughts
Trust me that this place should be on every coffee loverโs list. When you visit Pomellow Bean, you can expect some great quality coffee beans with an elegant ambience. Best coffee in Seoul? A drastic claim that I am inclined to agree with. A cup of their coffee is a fantastic way to start or end your dayโฆif itโs the latter, maybe go for a decaf.
