House M
하우스엠
About
Spacious Yangjaecheon cafe known for seasonal fresh fruit bingsu shaved ice, specialty desserts, and relaxing stroll-friendly vibes.
Tucked into the quiet backstreets of Dogok-dong, a short stroll from Maebong Station and the Yangjaecheon stream, House M is a roomy, light-filled sanctuary for fruit-centric sweets. Unlike many cramped neighborhood spots, the cafe features a generous footprint, high ceilings, and terrace seating, creating an unhurried atmosphere that welcomes lingering post-walk conversations and midday reprieves. The bakery and drink program revolves around seasonal shifts, leaning heavily into whole fruits and intricate pastry work. When late summer arrives, figs dominate the counter. The standout fig cheesecake strikes a delicate balance between rich cheese and ripe, jammy fruit, while whole cakes frequently fly out the door for gatherings. The seasonal showstopper, however, is the honeycomb fig bingsu. Served over a hill of finely shaved milk ice drizzled with condensed milk, it arrives loaded with slices of pink, purple, and green figs, crowned with a hefty chunk of real honeycomb for a hit of deep sweetness. Warmer months also bring towering bingsu variations piled with diced fresh mango or classic red bean, though refreshing sips hold their own alongside the ice bowls. The raspberry lemon sorbet delivers an electric, palate-cleansing tartness—served with a scoop of sorbet perched on top, designed to be sampled first with a spoon before melting seamlessly into the icy base below. Classic cafe lattes, alongside signature house drinks like the Yangjaecheon Latte and Bamboo Latte, offer smooth, well-calibrated companions to a rotating pastry case that includes treats like vanilla mousse tarts. House M excels as a seasonal refuge where fruit takes center stage. Whether you are splitting an overflowing bowl of shaved ice after a walk along the water or settling in for quiet conversation over chilled sorbet and a slice of cake, it delivers a polished, spacious pause in Gangnam.
Menu
- Fig Bingsu₩29,000
- Melon Shaved Ice
- Mango Bingsu
- Caffe Latte₩6,500
- 눈꽃 인절미 팥빙수
- 생 망고 케이크
- Sweet Corn French Toast
- 바닐라 무스 타르트
- 망고 홀케이크
Local tips
- Try their seasonal fruit bingsu topped generously with fresh ingredients.
- Parking is extremely limited; consider using a nearby public parking lot instead.
- Closed every Monday.
Details
- Maebong Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 09:00–22:00
- Monday
- —
- Tuesday
- 10:00–21:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–21:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–21:00
- Friday
- 10:00–21:00
- Saturday
- 09:30–22:00