SEOUL · HONGDAE · EDITION 002
Eat and stay in Hongdae
A first directory shaped by music, cafes, late nights and direct airport-rail access.31 EAT · 20 STAY
51 places
Hongs Jjukkumi Hongdae
Long-running spicy stir-fried baby octopus with adjustable heat and English menus.
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Cheongdonok
Charcoal barbecue centered on carefully aged domestic pork.
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Booyas Gopchang Hongdae
A retro Hongdae institution serving spicy stir-fried beef intestines for more than fifteen years.
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Donsoobaek
A filling bowl of Busan-style pork soup convenient for solo diners near the station.
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AMMA Hongdae
A long-running Indian restaurant using imported spices with useful lunch sets.
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Miro Restaurant
A Korean-style pub pairing braised ribs, beef tartare and stir-fried squid with traditional liquor.
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Anthracite Coffee Hapjeong
Industrial-style roastery cafe in a converted former factory near the southern edge of Hongdae.
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Sinjindo Ganjang Gejang
Soy-marinated crab in the center of Hongdae for travelers seeking a seafood set meal.
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Jincheongyujeom
Contemporary Korean cooking built around sesame and perilla oils pressed each morning.
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GMH Dabang
A cafe by day and saloon by night associated with Hongdae’s local artist community.
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Slunch Factory
Plant-based meals for travelers looking for a calmer vegan option near Hongdae.
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401 Restaurant
Visitor-known Korean barbecue associated with entertainers Haha and Kim Jong-kook.
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RYSE, Autograph Collection
Art- and music-led hotel conceived as a hub for travelers and Hongdae’s creative community.
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L7 Hongdae
Large lifestyle hotel with a rooftop pool and direct access to Hongdae’s busiest streets.
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Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae
Practical hotel above the station complex with especially simple AREX airport access.
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Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
Contemporary Accor hotel close to Hongdae’s main shopping and nightlife streets.
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Amanti Hotel Seoul
Quieter full-size hotel on the western edge of Hongdae with event and leisure facilities.
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Nine Brick Hotel
Brick-lined boutique property within a short walk of Hongdae’s central streets.
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Local Stitch Creator Town Seogyo
Community-oriented long-stay option combining rooms, work areas and shared creative spaces.
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The One Hostel Hongdae
Simple budget accommodation aimed at social travelers staying near Hongdae nightlife.
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Hongdae Kaljok
Braised pig's feet served with refillable chopped-noodle soup near Hongik University.
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Menya Sandaime Hongdae
A compact ramen shop known for tonkotsu broth and dipping noodles.
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Baeknyeon Baekse Samgyetang
Whole-chicken ginseng soup in a central location useful for first-time Korean dining.
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Blue Roof Town Hongdae
Visitor-friendly Korean barbecue centered on marinated beef ribs.
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Potala Restaurant Hongdae
A long-running option for curries, momo and halal-conscious dining.
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Yeonnam 5701
A reservation-worthy basement jazz bar with separate listening and dining areas.
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Imi Coffee
A small Yeonnam cafe pairing carefully made coffee with seasonal desserts.
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Cafe Layered Yeonnam
A photogenic bakery cafe known for stacked cakes, scones and a vintage interior.
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Thanks Nature Cafe
A sheep-themed cafe that requires visitors to consider animal-welfare and allergy needs.
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943 King's Cross
A multi-floor fantasy-themed cafe designed for photos and sweet drinks.
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Café Grey Lab
A terrace cafe especially popular for its cherry-blossom view in spring.
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Bean Brothers Coffee House
Seasonal coffees and broad Han River views from an upper-floor coffee bar.
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Cafe aA
A spacious cafe combining antique furniture displays, coffee and desserts.
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Gusto Taco
A compact Mexican restaurant near Sangsu known for tacos and handmade tortillas.
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Myth Jokbal Hongdae
Shareable braised pig's feet with garlic and spicy variations for late dinners.
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Choigozip Hongdae
Casual charcoal barbecue positioned for groups in Hongdae's nightlife core.
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Oreno Ramen Main Store
A focused ramen specialist recognized for rich chicken-based broth.
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Kyochon Chicken Hongdae
A familiar entry point for Korean fried chicken with soy-garlic and spicy sauces.
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Hotel The-Ore
Compact lodging within walking distance of Hongik University Station and nightlife.
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BOBO Hotel Hongdae
A straightforward hotel on Yanghwa-ro between Hongdae and Hapjeong.
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Junibino Hotel
Contemporary rooms near Hapjeong Station and the western edge of Hongdae.
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Pillowsopher Hongdae
A compact contact-light stay near the quieter Yeonnam side of Hongik University Station.
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DW Design Residence
Apartment-style rooms for budget travelers near Hongik University Station.
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Nabi Hostel
A small hostel positioned close to Airport Railroad and subway connections.
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Bunk Guesthouse Hongdae
Social budget lodging with shared spaces near Hongdae's central streets.
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Orbit Cafe & Guesthouse
Cafe-style guesthouse accommodation in the residential Yeonnam area.
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GLAD Mapo
A transport-first base directly connected to Gongdeok's airport rail and subway lines.
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Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Japanese-style business hotel convenience between Gongdeok and Mapo stations.
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Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery
Han River views and full-service facilities on the quieter eastern side of Mapo.
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Seoul Garden Hotel
A long-running full-service hotel with practical access to Mapo and Gongdeok stations.
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Mibbedong Yeonnam
Mibbedong’s Yeonnam branch serves seafood rice bowls, soba, sashimi and set meals. Its official branch page documents reservation-priority waiting, delivery, takeout, pet-friendly entry and Wi-Fi.
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