Taurus Espresso Bar Yeoksam Branch
타우너스에스프레소바 역삼점
About
Resort-inspired specialty coffee shop tucked into Yeoksam backstreets, serving rich espresso, playful affogatos, and evening drinks in a tropical space.
Tucked into the backstreets south of Teheran-ro, Towners Espresso Bar swaps Gangnam’s corporate gray for a transportive, resort-inspired hideaway. Past an understated entrance that feels almost like a converted warehouse, the expansive two-story interior reveals a laid-back vacation aesthetic styled with rattan furniture, leafy indoor greenery, and ambient lighting that feels reminiscent of Bali or Jeju. The ground floor leans into relaxed lounging with display corners stocked with curated lifestyle goods and sunglasses, while the high-ceilinged second floor offers brighter lighting and taller work-friendly tables favored by neighborhood readers. Though standard espresso extractions using specialty beans anchor the menu, the kitchen distinguishes itself with dessert-driven coffee formats. The house signature is the demitasse affogato series, served in compact cups tightly packed with dense scoops of ice cream waiting to be drenched in hot, concentrated espresso. Variations range from a classic pull to an Oreo-topped version and a distinct green tea affogato, which layers bittersweet matcha ice cream against deep espresso notes for a rich, lingering contrast. Beyond affogatos, coffee orders tilt toward heavy-bodied drinks like the einspänner, balancing deeply roasted coffee beneath a thick crown of cold cream. As the sun sets, Towners smoothly transitions its daytime caffeine crowd into a casual evening spot, pouring light beers and wine alongside food items like pizza. Outdoor terrace seating catches balmy breezes on clear evenings, giving the cafe an easygoing neighborhood pub vibe after business hours. A ten-minute stroll from Yeoksam Station Exit 1, it functions as a spacious Gangnam secret where you can swap dense city streets for a tropical break over a cup of bitter espresso and sweet melting cream.
Menu
- 데미타세 아포가토₩5,900
- Demitasse Affogato Green Tea₩6,500
- 데미타세 아포카토 그린티₩5,900
- 데미타세 아포카토 오레오₩6,500
- 데미타세 아포카토 로투스₩6,500
- Espresso₩2,900
- 오션 봄베이 하이볼₩1,300
- 살라미 플래터₩1,200
- Espresso Macchiato₩3,500
- 에스프레소 모카 마끼아또₩3,500
- Espresso Con Panna₩3,900
Local tips
- Try the green tea demitasse affogato for a rich matcha and espresso pairing.
- Head up to the second floor if you need a brighter space for reading or working on a laptop.
- No customer parking on-site; plan to use nearby paid parking lots.
- Beer and wine are available in the evening along with coffee drinks.
Details
- Yeoksam Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 09:00–22:00
- Monday
- 08:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 08:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 08:00–23:00
- Friday
- 08:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 09:00–22:00