Bagel spots in Seoul
Whether you prefer them savoury or sweet, there’s a bagel out there for everyone. While London Bagel Museum is the most well-known cafe in Seoul, there are many other stores selling this trendy brunch staple that are worth checking out. Instead of fighting the big crowds and enduring the long queues, here are 14 bagel spots in Seoul with unique flavours and concepts that will get you hooked on the bread rolls.
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1. KnickerBocker Bagel – Brooklyn bagel brand
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KnickerBocker Bagel is a bagel brand originating from Brooklyn, serving up New York-style bagel sandwiches. The Seoul outlet is located in Seokchon Lake, making it a great spot to grab a bite after a stroll.
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The cafe has an interior reminiscent of New York shops, with red brick walls and abstract wall murals. Menus are written in English and Korean, so there’s no need to worry about the language barrier.
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KnickerBocker Bagel offers 16 different types of bagel buns, with sweet and savoury options. Unique flavours include their jalapeno bagel buns, sundried tomato bagel buns, and fig bagel buns. All their bagel buns cost KRW4,000 (~USD3.03) each, with the exception of the plain bagel bun, which costs KRW3,500 (~USD2.65).
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Cream cheese with bagels is a classic pairing that shouldn’t be missed, so make sure to check out KnickerBocker’s assortment of cream cheese spreads, at KRW3,800 (~USD2.88) each. Their most popular spreads include scallion, cucumber dill, and blueberry.
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The star of the show has to be their bagel sandwiches, stuffed to the brim with various fillings. Don’t miss out on their Loxury Bagel (KRW11,800, ~USD8.95), consisting of smoked salmon, cream cheese, and capers.
Address: 268 Seokchonhosu-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 9am-5pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1393-8808 | KnickerBocker Bagel Instagram
2. FourB – Local cafe chain
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FourB is a local cafe chain serving up delicious coffee and bagels. With several outlets around Seoul, it’s become a popular spot for many to grab a quick bite.
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The cafe has a clean and simplistic interior and a neutral colour scheme. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows, the entire space is lit up with natural light.
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The cafe offers a good selection of Cream Cheese Spreads (KRW2,000, ~USD1.53) to accompany their Bagels (KRW2,900, ~USD2.22). The most popular item on the menu is their Volcano Bagel Sandwich (KRW7,300, ~USD5.60), a grilled pressed bagel stuffed with ham and cheese. Wash down the food with one of their many drinks, starting from KRW4,000 (~USD3.07).
Address: 17 Jong-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-10.30pm | Sat-Sun 10am-10.30pm
Contact: 02-2251-8125 | FourB Instagram
3. Mother In Law Bagels – Student favourite
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Mother In Law Bagel is a takeout concept bagel store started by the son-in-law of a New York bagel shop owner. Located near Ewha Women’s University, it is a spot frequented by many students after class.
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The store is best known for their bagel sandwiches, with an assortment of hot and cold options available. Try their Philly Cheese Steak Bagel (KRW7,400, ~USD5.67), a hot sandwich with strips of beef, onions, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Their bagel buns are free of trans fat and preservatives, so you can indulge in them without the guilt. The buns are baked traditionally in a stone oven, making the store’s bagels fluffy, dense, and chewy – perfect when paired with cream cheese. Their cream cheese spreads cost KRW3,200(~USD2.45) each, and the recommended flavours include sundried tomato and blueberry.
Address: Ewha Womans University 5-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm | Sat 10am-4.30pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 0507-1412-3030
4. Kokkili Bagel – Massive whipped cream cheese bagels
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Kokkili Bagel is highly raved about on social media, with many loving the store for their delicious menu and trendy vibe.
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Their bagels are chewy and fragrant, having been baked over firewood. These freshly made bagels are displayed in the open and are snapped up quickly due to the store’s popularity. To ensure that there’s enough supply, customers are limited to buying 5 types of bagels on weekdays and 3 types of bagels on weekends.
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Try their signature Whipped Cream Cheese Bagel (KRW5,600, USD4.29), a plain bagel stuffed with whipped cream and cream cheese forming a sandwich twice the size of a regular bagel. It’s certainly one that’s worth posting on the gram.
Address: 17 Seongsu-ro 26-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 8.30am-7pm, Daily
Contact: 02-498-0077 | Kokkili Bagel Instagram
5. New York Lotso Bagels – Nature-themed interior
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As the name suggests, New York Lotso Bagels is another bagel brand hailing from New York. Located in Apgujeong, this nature-themed cafe is the perfect place to unwind as you lose yourself in the lush greenery.
The bamboo walkway up to the store leads you to a small garden, creating a fairytale-like setting. For those with furry friends, the first floor of the store is pet-friendly, so you don’t need to settle for takeouts.
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You’ll be impressed by the plethora of cream cheese spreads displayed at the cashier. The store is best known for their Fig Cream Cheese Spread (KRW3,800, ~USD2.91), a savoury sweet combo that complements a freshly toasted bagel.
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Their bagels are handmade in the store daily, and are dense and moist. For a full meal, get the Bagel and Cream Cheese Set Meal (KRW12,800, ~USD9.81) that comes with a side of yogurt and salad.
Address: 28 Apgujeong-ro 48-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 8.30am-8pm, Daily
Contact: 02-3448-7777 | New York Lotso Instagram
6. Everything Bagel – Rainbow bagel buns
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Everything Bagel is a cosy little cafe that serves classic New York bagel sandwiches with colourful buns. Touted as one of the best bagel spots in Seoul, the store is conveniently located in Yeonhui-dong, making it a hotspot for bagel enthusiasts.
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Known for their creative bagels, the store has had several collaborations with other brands to create unique bagel buns sold for a limited period. Their most recent collaboration with Kellogg’s cereal featured a crunchy granola bagel with adorable packaging. Just keep a lookout on their Instagram page for latest collaborations if you don’t want to miss out.
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Try their Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagel Sandwich (KRW8,000, ~USD6.13), a delightful combo of breakfast items. Those looking for their rainbow bagels should note that they have to top up KRW4,000 (~USD3.07) to get the bun, and that it is only available on Saturdays.
Address: 29 Yeonhui-ro 11-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 8am-6pm (Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
Contact: 010-5588-5427 | Everything Bagel Instagram
7. Brick Bagel – Out-of-the-box bagels
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In a building made entirely from bricks lies Brick Bagel, an up-and-coming bagel store selling innovative bagels.
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The shop is small with limited space on the inside, so takeout is highly recommended. But there are also seats outside the store for those who want to dig in immediately.
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The store is known for their Strawberry Cheesecake Bagel (KRW6,700, ~USD5.16), a light bagel bun stuffed with whole strawberries and a slice of cheesecake. The sweet sandwich has been a hit with many for its taste and aesthetic.
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Grab their Stuffed Bagel Buns starting from KRW3,700 (~USD2.85) each, which are bagel buns stuffed with various fillings such as pizza pepperoni, miso chicken, and more. These innovative bagel buns are popular with customers, with many buying back extra to reheat for breakfast.
Address: 43-1, Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 12pm-8pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Contact: 010-3898-1128 | Brick Bagel Instagram
8. Kim’s Deli Market – Themed after Kim’s Convenience Store
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For fans of Canadian sitcom Kim’s Convenience, Kim’s Deli Market may look familiar to you. The bagel shop is themed after the convenience store in the series, and you can spot the adorable storefront from a distance away.
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The interior is warm and cosy, and decorated with vibrant colours. There’s ample seating space so you can dine in and enjoy the different brunch items available on the menu, aside from the bagels.
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Try the Lobster Bisque Bagel and Pasta set (KRW21,900, ~USD16.91), a plain bagel bun shaped like a lobster, served with a side of pasta. The carb-loaded combo is a visual and tasty delight.
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The most popular item on the menu is the Tomato and Basil Pesto Bagel (KRW6,800, ~USD5.25), a cute bagel bun shaped like a tomato. The bagel is stuffed with cream cheese and basil pesto, making it a flavour explosion of savoury creamy goodness.
Address: 13 Gobun-ro 45-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 11.30am-7.30pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Contact: Kim’s Deli Market Instagram
9. BBB – German-themed bagel shop
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BBB is a German-style bagel house, serving up German bagels, beers, and coffee out of a 5-storey building. Each floor of the building has a unique theme and is decorated with gigantic stuffed brown bears, making for great pictures.
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The first floor is the bagel bar, where you can order a quick bite. The next 3 floors are seating areas, each themed after a courtyard, living room, and an open rooftop garden respectively.
BBB’s bagel buns are baked using fresh rye and fermented using German beer, giving them a rich and profound flavour. The bagels are prepared in an oak firewood oven, to make them dense and chewy.
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Check out their Sausage Bagel Sandwich (KRW10,900, ~USD8.41), a sandwich made with a German Bratwurst and a pretzel bagel bun. This delectable sandwich is a testament of how well BBB has perfected German cuisine.
Address: 46-12, Itaewon-ro 42-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 10am-9pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1331-5466 | BBB Instagram
10. Any Occasion Cafe – Filling brunch options
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Any Occasion is a hip and vibey cafe with appetising brunch options. With friendly staff and filling portions, it’s no wonder the place is a hotspot for locals.
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The cafe serves freshly baked pastries daily and displays their baking schedule at the front of the store. It would be best to arrive early if you’re looking to cop some fresh bagels and croissants.
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Try their stunningly presented bagel sandwiches, such as the Salmon Bagel (KRW14,300, ~USD11.04) or the Mushroom and Egg (KRW12,800, ~USD9.88), served with a side of fresh salad to cleanse the palate.
Address: 14 Dosan-daero 51-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 9am-9pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1435-1470 | Any Occasion Instagram
11. Tally – Jazz bar with jambon beurre bagels
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Located on a street along Sinchon neighbourhood is Tally, a diner and bagel cafe with live jazz performances. This European American-themed cafe serves yummy New York-style bagels.
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The cafe takes up 2 floors, with the 2nd floor being a spacious dining area. Live jazz performances are held on Fridays and Saturdays, at 7pm. The smooth jazz music is the perfect accompaniment to bagels and cocktails.
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There are many variations of bagel sandwiches available, so you’ll be spoiled for choice. The store highly recommends the Jambon Beurre Bagel (KRW9,000, ~USD6.95), a classic ham and cheese bagel with French jambon ham.
Address: 30-6 Yonsei-ro 5-na-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 9am-9pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1321-8917 | Tally Instagram
12. Sunday Bagel – Organic wheat flour bagels
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If you’re looking for a healthier option for bagels, Sunday Bagel is the perfect spot for you. Their bagel buns are freshly baked daily using organic wheat flour, which are higher in fibre and less processed compared to all-purpose flour.
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The dining space is cute and simple, with adequate space for you to dig into your freshly made bagel sandwiches. Their bestseller is the Chipotle Jambon Bagel (KRW10,000, ~USD7.72), a savoury sandwich packed full of fresh veggies.
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Try their Kaya Butter Bagel (KRW6,500, ~USD5.02) for a delicious variation of the classic Singaporean breakfast. The Ang Butter Bagel (KRW7,200, ~USD5.56) is another flavourful combo of red bean and a slab of butter.
Address: 12 Hancheon-ro 143-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 11am-8.30pm, Daily
Contact: 02-905-5666 | Sunday Bagel Instagram
13. Boss Bagel Works – Japanese-inspired bakery
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Boss Bagel Works is a Japanese-inspired bakery, popular for their fresh bakes that sell out quickly. These bagels are light and fluffy, having been baked using firewood.
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With an interior reminiscent of a vintage Japanese bakery, you’ll find yourself immersed in the peaceful atmosphere. The bakery is spacious, giving you plenty of privacy to enjoy your bagels of choice.
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A bagel that gets sold out quickly is their Pollack Roe Bagel (KRW5,800, ~USD4.48), a piquant bun stuffed with pollack roe. It pairs well with their freshly made blocks of butter that you can get from KRW4,400 (~USD3.40). Their fresh butter comes in various flavours such as truffle and green onion.
Address: 54 Seocho-daero 25-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: 11am-7pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1339-4341 | Boss Bagel Works Instagram
14. Sprinkle Bagel – Special cream cheese flavours
The cutely designed storefront of Sprinkle Bagel is hard to miss, and you’ll want to drop in to grab a bagel to-go in this takeout concept store. The store’s interior is just as adorable, decorated with bright colours and cute stickers.
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Cream cheese spreads are available at the store at KRW3,800 (~USD2.93), and they come in a variety of unique flavours. Try their maple walnut cream cheese if you’re looking for something sweet and nutty, and the olive jalapeno cream cheese is for those craving something savoury.
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If you’re looking for something more filling, try their Spicy Tomato Bagel Sandwich (KRW6,500, ~USD5.02), with freshly cut tomatoes on top a cheese bagel bun that packs a punch. Chocolate enthusiasts should also try their Nutty Banana (KRW6,800, ~USD5.25), containing sliced bananas stacked on a chocolate bagel bun.
Address: 206-5 Mokdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Thu-Sun 11.30am-7.30pm (Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
Contact: 0507-1339-4341 | Sprinkle Bagel Instagram
Bagel spots in Seoul
Perfect for on-the-go meals due to their portable size and filling nature, bagels are a versatile breakfast food that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Next time you’re on the hunt for a satisfying meal, don’t forget to consider the humble but delicious bagel.
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- London Bagel Museum: Unique speciality bagels
- Brady’s Coffee Bar: Vintage coffee & cocktail bar
- HOOF COFFEE: Rodeo-themed cafe
- Moment Coffee: Cafe that lets you grill your own bread
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