Special Thanks To
스페셜땡스투
About
Cozy Seongsu dessert cafe near Seoul Forest adorned with red ribbon accents, specializing in crispy financiers, madeleines, and lactose-free milk drinks.
Tucked away in the brick-lined alleys near Seoul Forest, Special Thanks To operates half a flight above street level behind a white door tied with a bold red ribbon. The interior builds on that motif with a crisp palette of white and black punctuated by cheerful crimson accents, soft sofa seating under a chandelier, and sunny window perches. It is a noticeably calm corner of Seongsu-dong, set to low background music that invites quiet conversations or solitary afternoons with a book. The café centers its pastry counter on French baked goods—specifically financiers and madeleines displayed alongside realistic sample models. The signature almond financier stands out for its texture: deeply baked to a crunchy snap on the exterior while preserving a moist, buttery crumb inside. Other variations include chocolate, cinnamon, and coconut, while the madeleines balance rich dough with bright accents. A classic lemon madeleine combines citrus tartness with subtle glaze sweetness, and the signature "Bom-deleine" tops the sponge with white chocolate and edible dried blossoms, subtly speckled with lemon. Drink preparations show the same deliberate attention. The kitchen leans heavily into house-made components, using lactose-free milk across all beverage recipes and offering organic sugar at the condiment station. Decaf americanos yield a smooth, nutty profile that complements the rich pastries, alongside gently sweet milk tea and house-brewed options like sparkling lemon kombucha and a soothing lemon-ginger tea. For visitors strolling through Seoul Forest, this hidden nook provides an unhurried, thoughtful respite defined by fresh-baked batter, honest sweetness, and plush corners to unwind.
Menu
- Financier₩2,900
- Chocolate Madeleine₩3,400
- 디저트 파티 15종₩40,000
- Almond Financier₩3,400
- 휘낭시에 5종₩15,000
- 봄들렌₩3,400
- 녹차 마들렌₩3,400
- 카모 마들렌₩3,400
- Madeleine₩2,900
- Coconut Financier₩3,400
- 카라멜 휘낭시에₩3,400
Local tips
- Try the signature crispy financiers and delicate madeleines.
- All milk drinks are prepared with lactose-free milk.
- No dedicated parking available; use nearby Seoul Forest public parking lots.
- Reservations and pre-orders are available via Naver.
Details
- Seoul Forest Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 09:15–20:00
- Monday
- 09:15–20:00
- Tuesday
- 09:15–20:00
- Wednesday
- 09:15–20:00
- Thursday
- 09:15–20:00
- Friday
- 09:15–20:00
- Saturday
- 09:15–20:00