I love quiet cafes and Basement B1 Cafe is one of my favorites. This quirky place has been my secret hideout for the past year and I love it. But, I feel like it needs just a little bit more recognition.
The Entrance
It is not that hard to find the cafe if you know how to spot it. The big yellow signage on the shutters that say โB1โ, as well as the arrow pointing you in the direction of the cafe makes it easy to find. There you will find a flight of stairs that lead you down into the cozy cafe. Donโt be afraid to go in, itโs not as scary as it looks.
Inside Basement B1 Cafe
The rustic decor, the dim lighting, and the odd little trinkets scattered strategically around add character to the place. The couch, with the projector before it, playing random movies gives the cafe a quirky touch as well. The size of the cafe is relatively small. There are only a few seats, making it a great place for some alone time. Or, for introverts like me, itโs a great place to avoid Seoulโs crowds.
Basement B1 Cafeโs Menu
The menu was adorable!
As you can see, they have a variety of drinks for you to choose from. If youโre a coffee-lover, you wonโt be bored with the number of options. If you love teas, like me, then you will love the Four Seasons Teas. Iโve tried all of them and I still cannot pick out a favorite. They also sell beer here, so if youโre none of the above, then at least you can enjoy popping a cold one.
There are also a couple of desserts you can enjoy together with your beverages such as; toasted marshmallows, egg brioche, waffles, Jerry cheesecake, and lots more.
As for myself, I got my usual, which is the Mugwort Matcha Latte. As a huge fan of mugwort, Basement B1 Cafe did it justice by creating this lovely beverage. It was creamy, not too sweet, and just perfect for my tastebuds. Topping it off with milky foam and matcha powder on the top was the icing on the cake!
Final Thoughts
Basement B1 Cafe is perfect for evenings or even afternoons alone, with your friends, or with that special someone. The cozy and rustic interior brings a weird sense of comfort to those who want to get away from their busy lifestyles and justโฆ hideaway.
Basement B1 Cafe (แแ ตแแ กแแ ตแฏB1) Address: 18 Sagajeong-ro 45-gil Korean Address: ์์ธ ์ค๋๊ตฌ ์ฌ๊ฐ์ ๋ก45๊ธธ 18 Operating Hours: 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
If youโre a fan of quiet, artsy places there are a ton of destinations waiting for you in Seoul! Click Here to read about another one of our favorite hideouts, Pike Coffee, a wine bar and study cafe near Korea University.
