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Dalmatian Cafe in Seoul


At Dalmatian Cafe in Seoul, you can dine outdoors next to a water fountain filled with flower petals, or indoors where various giant paintings of dalmatians are displayed. Better yet, the cafe welcomes all pets and even has pet-friendly snacks for sale. 


Cafe that looks like its own town


Dalmatian - A stone archway leads into a cobbled courtyard of the cafe
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A stone archway leads into a cobbled courtyard that wouldn’t look out of place in Europe or a fairytale. It houses the cafe’s outdoor seating area, and with the power of imagination, you could pretend you’re dining in the courtyard of a rich aristocrat’s mansion.

Dalmatian - designed to make you feel like you're dining in the courtyard of a rich aristocrat’s mansion
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Dalmatian - outdoor area of the cafe is designed to mimic an enclosed village in Europe
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With stone pillars, patterned tile floors, arched doorways, and an open bar layout, the outdoor area of the cafe is designed to mimic an enclosed village in Europe. 

Dalmatian - raw concrete walls and exposed wiring are juxtaposed against colourful Greek tiles inside the cafe
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The indoor area of the cafe is just as unique – raw concrete walls and exposed wiring are juxtaposed against colourful Greek tiles, an assortment of mismatched furniture, and antique reading lamps. 

Dalmatian - Vibrant murals of dapper Dalmatians
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Vibrant murals of dapper Dalmatians in the coolest drips oversee the premises – one particular dog bears an expression of judgement uncannily reminiscent of Miranda Priestly. 

Dalmatian - Vibrant murals of dapper Dalmatians
Imagine getting judged by a dog for your fashion choices – couldn’t be us.
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Picturesque architecture with great lighting 


Dalmatian - a water fountain filled with flower buds and petals
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The cafe is littered with all sorts of knick knacks that add on to the kooky charm of the architecture. 

In the heart of the outdoor seating area, a water fountain filled with flower buds and petals runs continuously as you dine al fresco. 

Dalmatian - Tall, potted plants that dot the premises add a whimsical touch of nature to the place
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Tall, potted plants that dot the premises add a whimsical touch of nature to the place, helping those without a green thumb vicariously live that Plant Momâ„¢ life.

Dalmatian - pet-friendly cafe
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We’re sure that the cafe owners must be dog lovers – besides decorating the premises with murals and drawings of Dalmatians, they’ve also made the place pet-friendly. Paw-rents are welcome to bring their furry friends along to the cafe, where they can enjoy an assortment of pet-friendly treats. 

Dalmatian - wall display of wine bottles and other Western snacks
Image credit: @dalmatian_dosan

Inside the cafe, there is a wall display of wine bottles and other Western snacks, all of which are available for sale.


Classic Western breakfast & dog-friendly food


Dalmatian - dining menu of the cafe
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Being a brunch and wine dining cafe, the menu is diverse with options that cater to all palates. 

Dalmatian - European brunch menu items
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For main courses, they serve classic European brunch menu items such as scrambled eggs, toast, pancakes, granola, fish and chips, pasta, and shakshuka. Prices range from KRW9,000-28,000 (~USD6.86-21.33). 

Dalmatian - wide selection of wines available
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There’s an impressively wide selection of wines available here. A glass of wine costs KRW14,000 (~USD10.67). Other beverages, such as fruit ades, tea, and coffee, cost anything from KRW6,000-9,500 (~USD4.57-7.24).

Dalmatian - dog-friendly snacks
Image adapted from: @dalmatian_dosan

They also sell dog-friendly snacks, such as peanut butter formulated specially for man’s best friend. 

Dalmatian - the cafe collaborates with artists to create merchandise
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Dalmatian also collaborates with artists to create merchandise, including stickers and drinks.


Getting to Dalmatian


How to get there:

  • Take the train to Apujeong Rodeo Station and exit via Exit 5. 
  • Walk for 9 minutes and you will reach Dalmatian. 

Address: 42, Apgujeong-ro 42-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Opening hours: 9am-11pm, Daily
Contact: 0507-1491-0926 | Instagram 

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Cover image adapted from: @dalmatian_dosan, @dalmatian_dosan, @dalmatian_dosan