Sopung
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About
Garden and rooftop cafe near Incheon Grand Park offering lush nature views, dome tents, and Italian gelato beside an 800-year-old ginkgo tree.
Tucked behind Incheon Grand Park in the quiet culinary enclave of Maneuigol, Jangsu-dong, Cafe Sopung lives up to its name—meaning "picnic"—with an expansive, multi-tiered retreat surrounded by greenery. Situated above the first-floor noodle shop Seoriseori, this pet-friendly cafe claims the second level and an airy rooftop, looking out toward the neighborhood's landmark 800-year-old ginkgo tree. Guests arrive through a landscaped front garden equipped with a waterwheel, mini fountain, and private, igloo-style dome tents arranged under string lights. An exterior wooden staircase marked with painted signs leads up to the second floor, where colorful umbrellas shade a prime open-air balcony framing the nearby mountains. Inside, the space balances rustic woodwork with botanical touches. Hand-hewn wheel-shaped tables and exposed brick mingle with hanging floral fixtures, glowing Edison bulbs, and potted succulents lined along sunlit window ledges. Further up, the artificial-turf rooftop opens wide to the valley, catching breezes under vibrant parasols. The menu leans into refreshing daytime treats suited for post-park wanderers. Gelato is the main attraction, churned in eight varieties that include dark chocolate, yogurt, green tea, mango, and a distinctly nutty sweet corn (oksu-su). Guests seeking caffeine pair their scoops with iced caffe lattes, while those wanting traditional refreshment gravitate toward glasses of nutty, chilled misuttgaru (roasted multigrain shake). Opening daily as early as 8:00 AM (and 7:30 AM on weekends), the cafe serves early-rising strollers, weekend drivers, and families with dogs in tow. Between the soothing sound of the outdoor water features, shaded terrace perches, and spacious parking, Cafe Sopung provides an unhurried, garden-centric respite at the mountain's edge.
Menu
- Corn Gelato₩5,500
- Cafe Latte₩7,000
- Espresso₩5,500
- 다방커피₩5,500
- Americano₩5,500
- 디카페인₩6,000
- Vienna Coffee₩7,000
- Matcha Latte₩7,000
- 사과생강차₩8,000
- Jujube Tea₩8,000
- Ssanghwa Tea₩8,000
Local tips
- Head up to the rooftop terrace for a great view overlooking the historic ginkgo tree.
- Outdoor dome tents in the garden provide a cozy, private camping-style atmosphere.
- Dedicated parking lot accommodates over 10 vehicles right next to the building.
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 07:30–21:00
- Monday
- 08:00–21:00
- Tuesday
- 08:00–21:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00–21:00
- Thursday
- 08:00–21:00
- Friday
- 08:00–21:00
- Saturday
- 07:30–21:00