{"id":9923,"date":"2026-07-08T04:47:46","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T19:47:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/travel\/kurari-cafe-in-apgujeong-hot-and-sensual-cafe-good%e2%99%a1\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T05:04:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T20:04:11","slug":"apgujeong-kurari-cafe","status":"publish","type":"lb_travel","link":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/en\/travel\/apgujeong-kurari-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Kurari Cafe in Apgujeong: Hot and Sensual Cafe ~~Good\u2661"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Kurari
Kurari Cafe Exterior<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On April 15, 2026, I visited the hot spot Kurari cafe, located in the Apgujeong<\/a>\/Dosan Park<\/a> area. Kurari means ‘artisan’s vault’ or ‘artisan’s workshop’ in Japanese, and it’s a place where global collaboration has been undertaken to enhance the brand’s completeness.<\/p>\n

Meeting World-Class Experts<\/h2>\n

In the coffee sector, Hiroshi Sawada, a winner of the Latte Art World Championship and selected as one of the ‘100 Japanese People Changing the World,’ participated. In the dessert sector, Keisuke Oyama, a patissier operating 8 stores in Tokyo, joined to present Kurari’s unique flavors.<\/p>\n

\"Kurari
Kurari Interior View<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Kurari
Kurari Menu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Although I visited at the opening time of 10:30 AM, the entrance was already crowded with many customers, and many people were filming for Instagram or YouTube. Fortunately, I was lucky enough to find an empty seat and sat down immediately.<\/p>\n

Various Desserts and Drinks<\/h2>\n

At Kurari, you can enjoy a wide variety of desserts and baked goods. The desserts, in particular, handled by a famous Japanese patissier, offer a delightful experience for both the eyes and the palate. You can watch the dessert-making process through the glass window in the workshop located inside the cafe.<\/p>\n

\"Kurari
Kurari Dessert Showcase<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Victoria
Victoria Cake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Terrine\"
Terrine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Caramel
Caramel Pudding<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Various
Various Baked Goods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Financier
Financier Varieties<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Cake
Cake Display<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dessert
Dessert Section<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Baked
Baked Goods Display<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Cake
Cake Cross-section<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Terrine
Terrine Cross-section<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Pudding\"
Pudding<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dessert
Dessert Display<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Cake\"
Cake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Victoria
Victoria Cake Cross-section<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Terrine\"
Terrine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Caramel
Caramel Pudding<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The drinks I ordered were an Americano and a decaffeinated latte. For desserts, I purchased two chestnut financiers and one pistachio financier, and one plain financier.<\/p>\n

\"Drink
Drink Menu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Americano
Americano and Latte<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The cafe interior has a unique structure with different levels. Looking from the table towards the entrance, I saw not only young people but also many elderly individuals over 65 visiting to socialize.<\/p>\n

\"Cafe
Cafe Interior View (with levels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Cafe
Cafe Interior Scene<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Artwork:
Artwork: Modern Depression\/Burnout<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Artwork\"
Artwork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Artwork\"
Artwork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Stairs
Stairs to the 2nd Floor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The stairs leading to the second floor are eye-catching with their beautiful interior design. This area is not a cafe but a Dr. Martens shoe store, and the bakery is located opposite the stairs. The vase placed under the stairs is also a lovely decoration.<\/p>\n

\"Vase
Vase Under the Stairs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The overall atmosphere of the cafe is decorated with a European-style, sophisticated interior. Every detail, from the ceiling and walls to the picture frames, shows meticulous attention. The flower vase on the table featured my favorite ranunculus, displaying an elegant pink color.<\/p>\n

\"European-style
European-style Interior<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Glass
Glass Box Room Display<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Shoe
Shoe Repair Workshop Scene<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Flower
Flower Vase on Table (Ranunculus)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sweet Financiers and Richly Flavored Coffee<\/h2>\n

I packed two chestnut financiers for my son, Jaewon, and enjoyed two with coffee. The chestnut financiers were cute, shaped like chestnuts, and had a delicious nutty flavor with whole chestnuts inside. Although the surface was coated with syrup, it wasn’t as sweet as I expected, which was nice. The pistachio financier also tasted good.<\/p>\n

\"Packaged
Packaged Financiers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Chestnut
Chestnut and Pistachio Financiers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Americano had a clean taste, and the decaffeinated latte had a deep and rich body. It wasn’t too acidic or bitter, making it easy to enjoy. The latte art, in particular, looked like a person embracing a heart, showcasing the artisan’s skill.<\/p>\n

\"Americano\"
Americano<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Decaffeinated
Decaffeinated Latte (Latte Art)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dessert
Dessert Fork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Chestnut
Chestnut Financier Tasting<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shopping at the 2nd Floor Dr. Martens Store<\/h2>\n

On the second floor, the Dr. Martens store offers a selection of shoes and bags. Various products are displayed, from the famous yellow-stitched boots to a variety of bag designs, including women’s handbags. The burgundy women’s handbag, which is reportedly only available at the Apgujeong<\/a> store, caught my eye.<\/p>\n

\"Dr.
Dr. Martens Store Entrance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dr.
Dr. Martens Bag (Recommended for Work)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dr.
Dr. Martens Women’s Handbag (Burgundy)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My husband liked the ‘Derby shoes’ with their cute round toes and decided to purchase them. We also received a 10% discount as part of the new store opening promotion. It was impressive that they have a repair workshop on-site, allowing for repairs within an hour, and offer lifetime after-sales service with purchases.<\/p>\n

\"Dr.
Dr. Martens Shoes (Derby Shoes)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dr.
Dr. Martens Derby Shoes Purchase<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Repair
Repair Workbench<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kurari is an attractive space where you can enjoy delicious coffee and desserts on the first floor and shop on the second floor. I visited after seeing an Instagram Reel, and next time, I definitely want to try the signature menu items, the terrine and caramel pudding, with my son Jaewon.<\/p>\n

\"Kurari
Kurari Building Exterior<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I recommend visiting when you go out to Apgujeong<\/a>\/Dosan Park<\/a>. I hope all my neighbors have a happy weekend!<\/p>\n

Kurari<\/p>\n

Seoul Special City<\/a> Gangnam District<\/a> 842 Eonju-ro, 1st Floor<\/p>\n

#Kurari #Apgujeong<\/a>HotPlace #Apgujeong<\/a>Restaurant #Apgujeong<\/a>Cafe<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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