Tangbi-sil Coffee Work
탕비실커피워크
About
Cozy neighborhood cafe in Yeoksam-dong near Gangnam Severance Hospital, featuring warm wood accents, vinyl records, and freshly brewed coffees.
Tucked into the residential and office backstreets of Yeoksam-dong, near Gangnam Severance Hospital, Tangbisil Coffee Walk repurposes the concept of the corporate pantry into a grounded neighborhood coffee room. Though its name nods to the quiet breakrooms where office workers escape the grind, the space takes on two distinct rhythms: during peak work hours, it pulses with the lively chatter of local employees ducking in for quick consults and takeout cups, while mornings and slower afternoons offer a peaceful haven soundtracked by turntable spins and curated playlists. The interior keeps its design honest and uncluttered, pairing crisp white walls with warm wooden tables, leafy potted plants, and natural light spilling through the front windows. Behind the counter, coffee machinery, loose equipment, and bags of beans—such as Fritz—sit in plain view, keeping the focus entirely on the craft of brewing. Along the walls, the shop runs quiet monthly in-house events and keeps a pinboard of photos, giving the room an approachable, personal touch. Coffee drinkers lean on dark, reliable iced americanos served over ample ice in tall clear tumblers, or pause for patient hand-drip brews when time allows. Non-coffee options show equal care, particularly the cold-steeped milk tea, brewed properly rather than mixed from shortcuts or synthetic syrups, and an effervescent cherry tomato ade that balances crisp sweetness with bright acidity. To accompany a drink, the pastry counter provides freshly baked egg tarts, layered with a flaky exterior that makes them a fast favorite among visitors catching a mindful breather in the middle of Gangnam. Limited free parking adds practical ease to an alleyway café that succeeds entirely on neighborhood warmth.
Menu
- Iced Americano
- 필터커피 / 드립커피
- Egg Tart
- Americano₩4,000
- Basque Cheesecake
- Latte₩4,500
- 토마토 바질 에이드₩6,000
- 멜로우 커스터드 푸딩₩5,500
- Earl Grey Milk Tea₩6,000
- 하우스 레몬이드₩6,000
- 흑당 말차라떼₩6,000
Local tips
- Try the cold-brewed milk tea and freshly baked egg tart.
- Lunch hours can be lively with neighborhood office workers.
- Limited free parking is available on-site, though spaces fill quickly.
Details
- Yeoksam Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- —
- Monday
- 07:30–20:00
- Tuesday
- 07:30–20:00
- Wednesday
- 07:30–20:00
- Thursday
- 07:30–20:00
- Friday
- 07:30–20:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–18:00