Cafe Manarang
카페마나랑
About
Spacious two-story cafe and book lounge near Seokchon Lake equipped with plentiful outlets, study tables, and a dedicated LP listening space.
Tucked away in the alleys west of Seokchon Lake, Cafe Manarant operates across two expansive floors designed with focus and quiet leisure in mind. While the exterior hints at a modest neighborhood stop, the interior opens into a sun-drenched, high-ceilinged space outfitted in clean white and warm wood accents. The ground floor centers around a bakery display that features up to fourteen varieties of Maldon salt bread alongside dense, layered chocolate cakes, with sunlight spilling through wide picture windows onto casual seating and a terrace-style nook. Climb the stairs to the second floor, and the mood shifts into a disciplined, library-like retreat. Floor-to-ceiling shelves curate a broad selection of novels, essays, and self-development titles, bathed in soft, eye-resting lighting. Work-minded visitors gravitate toward the long rows of two-person and corridor-style desks, where dedicated electrical outlets at every seat provide seamless charging for laptops and tablets. For those looking to unwind rather than study, corner plush sofas offer window views, and specialized vinyl-listening tables come equipped with individual turntables and leather seating for dedicated analog listening sessions. The beverage counter accommodates both study marathons and casual walk-ins. A rich vanilla latte relies on deep vanilla bean flavor rather than cloying sweetness, offering an easy midday reset. Those needing light, crisp hydration between tasks lean toward the mojito ade, served with a gentle carbonation that pairs well with hours of screen time. Manarant maintains a sensible balance between a productive study cafe and a cultural salon—complete with late closing hours, fair drink prices, and private listening rooms—making it an essential Songpa sanctuary when bustling Jamsil demands a quieter rhythm.
Menu
- Americano₩5,500
- Cafe Latte₩6,000
- Vanilla Latte₩6,500
- 아인슈패너₩6,500
- Ice Cream Latte₩7,000
- Cream Latte₩7,000
- Chocolate Latte₩7,000
- Strawberry Latte₩7,000
- Matcha Latte₩7,000
- Lemon Ade₩6,500
Local tips
- Head to the 2nd floor for quiet laptop work with power outlets at almost every seat.
- Policy requests ordering one menu item per person every 2 hours of stay.
- Special LP vinyl listening tables and private rooms are available for an extra fee.
- Parking is not available on-site; use the nearby Seokho public parking lots.
Details
- Seokchon Gobun Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 10:00–22:00
- Monday
- 10:00–22:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–22:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–22:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–22:00
- Friday
- 10:00–22:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–22:00