- Sep 1, 2023

Discovering Seoul on Foot : Seongsu (1)

2023-08-31

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Seongsu-dong is a unique area where old and new coexist. Trendy and chic restaurants, cafes, and multicultural places now stand where old factories and buildings from the 1960s and 1970s once stood. Seongsu-dong is using its red brick structures to create a new identity for the area rather than eradicating remnants of the past or changing it into a wholly sophisticated environment.

Seongsu-dong is separated into four distinct neighborhoods. First, there's Yeonmujang-gil, which depicts Seongsu; Seongsu Station, which has fresh and secret areas; Ttukseom Station, which has a red brick hamlet; and Seoul Forest, which combines green forests with skyscrapers.

Yeonmujang-gil represents Seongsu-dong. Cafes that opened in the early 2010s have considerably contributed to the current mood of Seongsu-dong. If you continue ahead from the old subway station, you will arrive to Seongsu-dong Café Street and 'Daelim Warehouse', a red brick edifice that represents the neighborhood.

'Daelim Warehouse' is one of those unique locations that feels like you're unlocking a time capsule. It's a unique place that merges the modern side of Seoul with the city's industrial legacy. There are plenty of tables in the large room, as well as sculptures and displays. This is a gallery cafe with one-of-a-kind exhibitions by young artists, and not just the coffee but also the food and drinks on the menu have been carefully considered.

There are numerous elegant restaurants and cafes in Seongsu, but one location that many Korean locals frequent is distinctively Korean. It's the well-known Seongsu Potato Soup. This Seongsu-dong potato soup restaurant boasts the perfect balance of flavors, amounts, and ambience, making it popular among both locals and tourists. Potato soup is a trademark Korean meal recognized for its deep, rich flavor, which is achieved by cooking potatoes, beef, meat broth, and other spices for an extended period of time. This restaurant in Seongsu-dong captures and goes further into this unique flavor.

Curated by walking

Daelim Warehouse

information

Address :

78, Seongsui-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Tel :

82+)0507-1390-9669

Business Hours :

11:00 - 22:00

Representative Menu :

1. Geisha Signature

2. Strawberry milk

3. Einspanner

Somunnan Seongsu Pork Back-bone Stew

information

Address :

45 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Korea

Tel :

82+)02-465-6580

Business Hours :

24hours

Representative Menu :

1. Pork Back-bone Stew (Gamja-tang)

It is a place where you can enjoy a variety of fashion items and artists' works together, mainly introducing fashion items such as street fashion, sneakers, clothing, and accessories. It also collaborates with artists, designers, and brands to organize various fashion events and exhibitions, making it a place where you can enjoy the fusion of art and fashion. This is one of the must-visit places for fashion and art lovers visiting Korea.

The 'Ader Seongsu Space', located near the Daelim Warehouse, immediately draws the attention of pedestrians. This is the 'Ader Error' brand showroom for fashion and cultural communication. The South Korean fashion label is known for its innovative and unique designs. The shop is packed with bold and creative sculptures in line with the brand's character, and every component of the design, furnishings, and arrangement is well thought out. Blue, the brand's primary color, is also used throughout, lending a sense of order to the space despite the unorthodox displays.

The brand has collaborated with international brands such as Puma, Maison Kitsune, Casetify, and Converse. This global reach has led to an increase in the number of international travelers visiting the store. If you haven't heard of the brand yet and are interested in fashion, you should definitely check it out.