Specialty coffee
in South Korea.
189 cafés across 14 cities in South Korea, with Seoul alone holding 73% of them.
Regional and global context
Ranked #5 of 27 countries in Asia, with 7% of the specialty cafés listed in the region. On the global table of 126 countries it sits at #29. Just above in the global ranking: the UAE (197). Just below: Austria (186).
City distributionHow the cafés are spread
Seoul holds 73% of the national total, and the top three cities together hold 92%. The median city lists 1 café, and 5 cities have three or more.
- 100+ cafés 1 city
- 10–29 cafés 1 city
- 3–9 cafés 3 cities
- 1–2 cafés 9 cities
Themed guides (espresso, filter, brunch and more) cover Seoul.
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About specialty coffee in South Korea
How big is the specialty coffee scene in South Korea?
189 cafés on Roasters, #29 of 126 countries worldwide.
Where is specialty coffee concentrated in South Korea?
Seoul has 73% of all listings; the top three cities hold 92%.
How does South Korea compare with the rest of Asia?
It ranks #5 of 27 countries in Asia and holds 7% of the region’s specialty cafés on Roasters.
Can café owners manage their listing?
Yes. Owners and staff can claim a listing to update hours, photos and menus, and reply to reviews.
Is Roasters free to use in South Korea?
Yes. Roasters is free to download and use everywhere. A Pro tier adds advanced filters, unlimited lists and Forums access.
