Seongbuk-dong is an area where there are many hanoks left in Seoul.

Hidden in a quiet alley of Seongbuk-dong, Haero Coffee (해로커피) offers a unique experience where Seoul’s rich history meets modern coffee culture.

Housed in a beautifully restored Hanok (traditional Korean house), this cafe feels like a peaceful sanctuary far removed from the city’s frantic pace.

The name “Haero” implies a journey together through time, and as you step through the wooden entrance, you truly feel as if you’ve been transported to a slower, more graceful era.

There’s going to be a cafe around here, but I’m doing it
I can see the sign
The cafe is
It’s located inside the alley.

between modern buildings
A hanok with a tiled roof
It’s exotic.

Standing in front of door, like the Joseon people, I think I should shout,

“Come here.”(이리오너라)

The interior of Haero Coffee is a masterpiece of traditional architecture. The exposed wooden beams (Seokkarae) and aged pillars create a warm, earthy atmosphere that grounds the soul.

One of the most captivating aspects for a photographer is the central courtyard, which allows natural light to filter into the seating areas, creating an ever-changing play of shadows against the textured wooden walls. Every corner, from the antique furniture to the view of the tiled roofs (Giwa), offers a perfect frame for capturing the quiet dignity of Korean aesthetics.

Opening hours : 11am ~ 10 pm


Drink Prices: ₩5,000 – ₩6,500 


Address : 19-3, Seongbuk-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, Korea

While the space is undeniably beautiful, Haero Coffee is first and foremost a dedicated roastery. You can often see the passion for the craft in the roasting room, where high-quality green beans are transformed into aromatic signatures.

Their hand-drip coffee is particularly renowned, served with a level of precision that highlights the delicate notes of each origin.

Sipping a warm cup of coffee while looking out at the Hanok courtyard is a sensory experience that stays with you long after you leave. It is a place where the taste of the coffee is as deep and resonant as the history of the building itself.

There’s also Jungjung: 중정 (the yard in the middle of the house)

I think it would be good to enjoy coffee outside in spring and autumn.

Octagonal tables and stools reminiscent of soban (traditional Korean table)
in traditional elements
with modern practicality
Make Hanok Cafe stand out even more

There is also a mother-of-pearl cabinet :자개장 (wooden furniture decorated with shells) that is likely to be in my grandmother’s house

Especially, the ceiling the rafters alive
with a white finish to the wall
It has a elegant taste

lt keep the old structure intact
The window is finished with glass, so the cafe.

On a long chair
in the
finished with ingredients traditional Korean rush mat.(왕골 돗자리)
It reminds me of the hanok floor.

It’s a good place to enjoy coffee in Hanok.