Cafe Gabaedo

Inside Cafe Gabaedo

Cafe Gabaedo sits quietly tucked into Namdaemun-ro in central Seoul, blending a sense of old Korean coffee tradition with a calm, inviting ambiance. As a café, it offers more than just drinks — it's a place where you can settle in, whether for a contemplative morning espresso or a relaxed afternoon treat.

The interior carries a distinct charm that evokes a cozy, almost storybook-like tea house, with wooden ceilings upstairs that give the space a cabin-like warmth. Seating is mostly found on the second floor, where large windows let in soft city light – perfect for watching the hustle below or diving into a book or conversation. Ordering happens downstairs, keeping the upstairs area unhurried and peaceful.

Quality and care are clear in their coffee offerings, with a focus on espresso-based drinks like flat whites and hot lattes that locals appreciate for their balanced richness. They also serve notable variations like the 말차라떼 (matcha latte) and a unique Earl Grey tiramisu that pairs well with their coffee. The café also features small, sweet delights such as their signature candies and pastries, which add to the experience without overshadowing the coffee.

The atmosphere suits a range of visitors: solo coffee lovers looking for a quiet corner, people reconnecting over dessert, or travelers seeking a calm stop amid the busy city. Staff are welcoming and attentive, contributing to the comfortable, relaxed vibe. Since it’s located in a calm part of Jung District with some tourist foot traffic, mid-mornings and weekday afternoons tend to offer the best chance to enjoy the space without crowds.

Overall, Cafe Gabaedo feels like a place gently rooted in Seoul’s café culture — not flashy or overly modern, but thoughtfully crafted for those who savor their coffee moments with a side of quiet charm and old-world character.

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Great coffee

Great dessert

Great tea selection

What they serve

Coffee

Best for

Dessert

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

What Locals & Travelers Say

80 Reviews

Charles S (Boy of Fresh Fragrance.)

08 Jan 2026

From the entrance, you can feel a unique vibe in the interior. "Gabae" refers to coffee in old Korean from a hundred years ago. Inside, it's like a cozy tea house in a fairy tale forest. They have cute goodies and lots of charming artwork. As you go upstairs, the ceiling has a cabin-like wooden feel. Enjoying gabae by the window on the second floor feels quite pleasant. - Boy of Fresh Fragrance

SAEED AHMAD

24 Dec 2025

I tried their flat white and tiramisu — both were exceptionally good. The coffee quality is outstanding, rich, and perfectly balanced. The atmosphere inside is cozy, calm, and very comfortable. Overall, a great café experience with excellent coffee and dessert. Highly recommended!

14 Dec 2025

An old design building located at the city. Went here twice because my hotel just next to this cafe. The seat were upstair, u have to order down stair. They also selling some merchandise and candies Amazing latte and cakes. There are normal tiramisu and earl grey tiramisu which is so yummy! Will definitely come back again if I visit Seoul.

JIM LEE

05 Nov 2025

Friendly and very helpful staffs welcoming with a big smiles make patrons even feel comfortable beside aromatic a cup of flat-white from roasted coffee beans. Very memorable place with my late father who used to come along with me having a cup of his favourite long black. This place is not only making one of the best coffees but also helping people writing their own stories today for tomorrow. Highly recommended.

C O

29 Oct 2025

5 stars for coffee. Taste just perfect. Been missing a good cup of coffee since arriving seoul. Most aesthetic place for cafe. Lots of seating upstairs. Would have been perfect if I have more time to enjoy the place. Good choice of pastries and tiramisu. Will be back to try that next time.

Alan Yu

20 Oct 2025

Nice Cafe, coffee and cake, was having a relaxing morning in Seoul

Ming Wayne Gui

14 Oct 2025

The white dream milk tea is just sweet, too sweet. Ssanghwa tea is not bad. Matcha tiramisu, cant really taste the matcha. Ambience is fine. Service is alright too. Good to just get a cuppa and rest for a bit.

Kenrick Li

22 Sep 2025

Great ambiance and novel design. The drinks and tiramisu were delicious. Really enjoyable time here.