Pau Hana
파우 하나
About
Cozy bakery cafe near Seoul National University of Education Station, known for an inventive variety of salt bread and baked goods.
Borrowing its name from the Hawaiian phrase for the relief felt when the workday ends, Pau Hana delivers a comforting respite near Seoul National University of Education Station. Tucked along Saimdang-ro in Seocho, this compact neighborhood bakery welcomes locals and commuting office workers with a cute illustrated mascot at the door and an interior wrapped in warm, cozy wood tones. While there is no indoor dining area, a quaint front terrace offers a modest spot for a quick bite. The bakery revolves around daily baking schedules, starting as early as 7:00 AM for classic egg tarts, followed by financiers at 10:00 AM, and the main draw—salt bread—emerging warm from the ovens at noon. Sourdough-based ciabattas make their appearance on Wednesdays and Fridays, while pre-ordered sandwiches are quickly snatched up by local workers. The star lineup centers squarely on Pau Hana’s creative variations of *sogeum-ppang* (salt bread). Alongside standard flaky rolls, trays feature crisp crack salt bread, savory pairings like garlic butter and mentaiko mayo, and refrigerated specialties piped with luscious milk cream. Beyond salt bread, the glass displays house meticulously crafted French teacakes and sweets. Financiers sit beside inventive madeleines flavored with hojicha, Earl Grey, and salt vanilla chocolate chip, joined by lemon pound cake, walnut carrot cake, rusks, and cookies. Because trays empty quickly—often completely sold out by mid-afternoon—early visits are essential. The thoughtful, character-branded packaging also makes these baked goods a frequent pick for office gifts and event favors. To pair with the pastries, Pau Hana pours a signature Pau Hana Latte alongside indulgent butterscotch cream lattes, rich matcha lattes, chocolate lattes, and refreshing fruit ades, with rotating "drink of the day" discounts posted on the board. Whether you are grabbing a box of financiers on your morning commute or chasing down fresh milk cream salt bread for an afternoon pause, it stands out as an indispensable pocket of Seocho.
Menu
- Salt Bread
- Egg Tart
- Pau Hana Latte₩6,500
- Financier
- Madeleine
- Lemon Pound Cake
- Matcha Latte₩5,800
- 코코넛 말차 클라우드₩7,000
Local tips
- Salt bread typically comes out at 12:00 PM and popular varieties sell out fast.
- Egg tarts emerge at 7:00 AM, financiers at 10:00 AM, and ciabatta at 12:00 PM on Wed/Fri.
- Seating is limited mostly to an outdoor terrace, making it ideal for takeout or gifts.
- Sandwiches are popular and often fully booked, so reserve ahead if possible.
Details
- Seoul National University of Education Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 10:00–17:00
- Monday
- 07:00–20:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00–20:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00–20:00
- Thursday
- 07:00–20:00
- Friday
- 07:00–19:00
- Saturday
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