K-POP Idols' Favorites

Have you seen a café posted by your favorite idol on social media and wondered if you can visit? TRIPLE Korea has compiled a list of spots recommended by Korea's popular idols, from LE SSERAFIM to SEVENTEEN and BTS. How about getting one step closer to your favorite idols?

This bakery in Yongsan was introduced in LE SSERAFIM's episode of "The Manager." It is close to the HYBE building, making it a great place to visit on the way. All the baked goods are made fresh daily, and with a wide variety to choose from, there's plenty of fun in picking your favorites.

Geumdwaeji Sikdang was featured in the popular Korean TV show, "The Must-Try Restaurant 2," ZEROBASEONE episode. It's also known to be frequented by BTS and EXO members and has earned a spot in the Michelin Bib Gourmand. The pork is thick and juicy, and their special wrap, the "Basil Ssam," enhances the flavor of the meat even more.

Located in Yeonnam-dong, Nuknok is HYBE's boy group &TEAM's favorite go to. TEAM members like to sit by the window and enjoy the cafe's signature dessert, the carrot cake. The cake is in fact a croissant filled with cream cheese, topped with crushed Lotus biscuits, making it look like an actual carrot. The café also serves Sikhye, a traditional Korean sweet rice drink with a unique texture thanks to the rice grains. It's a perfect companion to the sweet treats.

Popular bakery in Euljiro that opened in January 2024, specializing in melon bread. Winter from aespa personally shared her visit with fans through the community app "Bubble!" In addition to the classic melon bread, they offer a variety of options like vanilla cream melon bread and melon salt bread.

Located in Gangnam, Sumokgeumto is one of SEVENTEEN Mingyu's favorite, who is known as the group's foodie. The green terrace, where Mingyu sat, offers a nature-friendly atmosphere that makes it hard to believe you’re still in the city. Check out the rainbow-colored steps next to the café that Mingyu posted on his Instagram!

A must-visit restaurant located in Seongsu, Seoul. Hyunjae from THE BOYZ visited this spot alone and posted the place on "Bubble." Inside the restaurant, you can find THE BOYZ-related merchandise as well as posters of the "Hyunjae set" he ordered. When you order the "Hyunjae set," your receipt will say "THE BOYZ."

One of the hottest dessert brands in Korea right now. It's a yogurt ice cream shop where you can choose from countless toppings to create your perfect combo. Sungchan from RIIZE shared his favorite combo with fans on the social media platform, Weverse. Takeout and delivery are only available for most shops, so either grab it to enjoy back at your hotel or visit a shop with tables.

Unique gelato shop known to be frequented by NCT Doyoung and Jungwoo, as well as aespa Winter. From sweet chocolate to refreshing fruit flavors, they offer a wide range of choices, and the pop-art-inspired red interior adds to the charm. With locations in both Gangnam and Seongsu, visit the one closest to you.

This bakery is TWICE Sana's pick. Her favorite menu is the Earl Grey donut, filled with a generous amount of smooth Earl Grey cream. It's not overly sweet, so you can enjoy more than one without feeling overwhelmed. Since there are no tables inside the shop, grab your favorite donuts and enjoy them at your hotel.

This bakery café is where IVE Jang Wonyoung loved to visit during her IZ*ONE days, offering a peaceful atmosphere perfect for a relaxing break during your trip. This place is known for its healthy, butter-free desserts, which taste even better when paired with coffee!

Lamb chop specialty restaurant near Olympic Park, known to be frequently visited by Stray Kids. You can find the members' autographs, photos, and sticky notes left by fans. The restaurant is also a favorite of DAY6, another popular JYP idol group, and has even been featured in live streaming on the "V-Live" platform.

This restaurant was featured in SEVENTEEN's YouTube series Going SEVENTEEN. The exterior is adorned with photos of the SEVENTEEN members, perfect for fan snapshots. Inside, SEVENTEEN songs play, and even the menu items are named after the SEVENTEEN fandom, such as the "CARAT Set." Events are held for the members' birthdays, making it a must-visit for SEVENTEEN fans.

A brand-new café that opened in Seongsu in July 2024. With a trendy, aesthetic interior and a variety of bakery options, it captures the charm of the hottest Seongsu cafés. What makes this café special is that it's run by BTS RM's younger brother. At the entrance, there's a plant sent by RM himself, with his real name written on it.