As Kpop fans, visiting Korea and meeting your favorite Kpop idol might be one of the top things on your bucket list. You might want to see places from their music videos, their favorite places, and even the restaurants and cafés owned by your favorite Kpop idols family.
And indeed, as Kpop fans, you must do a ‘Dukhoo Tour,’ which allows you to dedicate your time and effort to see places your Kpop idols love to visit. However, it’s not easy to decide which places to visit during your time in Korea. So, here we will try to help you decide.
Top Restaurants and Cafés Owned by Kpop Idols Family You Should Visit in Korea
1. Magnate
BTS Jimin’s father launched Magnate in 2019. It’s a café which is a perfect get-together venue for ARMY. Not only the café is very spacious and comfortable, but some fans who had visited Magnate also said they got to see Jimin’s father.
Address:
1786-19, Daeyeon-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
How to get there?
Take bus no. 10, 101, 138, Namgu10, or Namgu9 to Yeonpo Elementary School stop. Walk up the road on the right-hand side of the pharmacy, opposite the Lotte Castle apartment complex. Magnate is on the left.
2. Gongbech
Another perfect place for ARMY to gather during a South Korea visit. BTS Suga once decided to buy a restaurant for his brother, Geumjae. Unfortunately, it is reported that Gongbech no longer belongs to Suga’s brother.
However, we still have many reasons for us to visit Gongbech. Besides the palatable dishes, Gongbech also offers you a beautiful view of the sea. In addition, you can also appreciate the art museum connected to the restaurant.
Address:
83 Dongbok-ro, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
How to get there?
Since it’s located in the northeast part of Jeju Island, it might be challenging to go there by public transportation. So it’d be better if you rented a car to go there.
3. Otsu Seiromushi
One of the top restaurants owned by Kpop idols you must visit is Otsu Seiromushi. This Japanese restaurant is owned by BTS Jin and co-owned by his brother. They specialized in steamed Japanese food.
It opens in the evening, and sometimes you should be on the waitlist that can last at least 2 hours.
Address:
30 Baekjegobun-ro 45-gil Songpa Ildong, Songpa-gu
How to get there?
Take the subway to Jamsil Station. When you exit the station, you can find the restaurant on the other side of the lake.
4. Kamong
EXO Kai once gifted his sister a café. It is a trendy café in Korea that you should put on your checklist. EXO-L often rents the venue for the fandom’s EXO-related events, including the EXO Kai birthday celebration. This is one of the cafés owned by Kpop idols family worth your visit.
Address:
356 Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
How to get there?
Take the subway to Line 2 at Gyodae Station Exit 1. Walk straight about 5-10 minutes, and Kamong is located on your right (2nd floor).
5. Caffe Soo
The ‘Nation’s First Love,’ Suzy also owns a café. Her mother supported Suzy by designing the place with Suzy-related stuff. As it is located in Suzy’s hometown, you can walk around and enjoy where she grew up.
Address:
114-25 Usan-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju
How to get there?
Take the train (Honam Line) from Seoul to Gwangju. Take bus no. 47 in front or back of Gwangju Station (bus stop name: 광주역육교). Get off at the 6th bus stop: 무등도서관. Walk straight and turn left. Caffe Soo is located opposite Gwangju Library.
6. Soul Cup Café
J.Y. Park, the CEO, and founder of JYP Entertainment, put his artists’ health as the top priority. Therefore, he launched a restaurant that serves organic healthy foods! Well, for the artists and staff, they have an exclusive café, of course. However, J.Y. Park also opened one that serves the public, called ‘Soul Cup.’
Not only the healthy food is worth trying, but you probably can also bump into Stray Kids or TWICE, who often visit the café.
Address:
LOTTE WORLD MALL 2F, Olympic-ro 300, Songpa-gu, Seoul
7. Aewol Monsant
Once you visit this restaurant, you’ll get the ‘fantastic baby’ experience! Owned by G-Dragon, Aewol Monstant has an exquisite interior and exterior design. Besides, you can also enjoy the ocean view and sea breeze of Jeju. One of many restaurants owned by Kpop idols worth your visit during in Jeju.
Address:
546 Aewol-ri, Aewol-eup, Cheju, Jeju-do
How to get there?
From Jeju Intercity bus terminal, take bus no #702 (to Gosan). Get off at the bus stop Han Dam Dong (한담동). Walk for about 5 minutes from the bus stop, and Aewol MOnsant is right behind Bomnal Café.
8. Mouse Rabbit Café
One of the cafés owned by Kpop idols you should visit is the Mouse Rabbit Café. Owned by Super Junior Yesung and his brother, the name of the café represents their Chinese Zodiac sign: mouse (1984) and rabbit (1987). Additionally, Yesung’s mother also operates the café.
The three-floor café has a unique interior style and has Yesung’s picture is everywhere. Meanwhile, Yesung’s brother is a barista there that you probably can meet during your visit. So this is a paradise for ELF!
Address:
5-14, Hwayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
How to get there:
Via Subway line 2 heading towards Konkuk University and leaving through Exit 2, the café just a walking distance.
9. Roof And Café
Actor Oh Daehwan and Shinhwa Minwoo co-own the Roof And café. They are famous for their sweet dishes, especially their Nama Choco Lava! The other recommended dishes are rich butter croissants, chocolate croissants, and the Iceawa Choco drink.
Address:
04399 66 Hannamdaero 27 Gil Yongsan-gu, Seoul
How to get there?
Take the subway to Exit 2 or 3 of Hangangjin Station. The Roof And café is just a 10-minute walk from there.
10. Haru & OneDay Café
If you are a morning person and want to hang out since the morning, come to Haru & OneDay café, which opens from 7 AM. The minimalist design and spacious interior give a warm and welcoming vibe. Haru & OneDay is owned by Super Junior Donghae and his brother.
Not only can you enjoy the food and beverages there, but you can also purchase some Haru & OneDay merchandise, such as travel pouches, tumblers, coffee mugs, shirts, and canvas bags.
Address:
92, Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul.
How to get there?
Take the subway to Exit 4 of Seongsu Station, and the café is just a walking distance.
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