GONTRAN CHERRIER, an Escape From Myeong-dong Crowds

If you live in Seoul chances are you've been to Myeong-dong street and experience it's crowded atmosphere. If you're like me, who prefer less crowded place to hang, you might wanna check  GONTRAN CHERRIER. This place is quite perfect for those who like smaller, quitter place to take a quick break while travelling.

This place is located inside the Pine Avenue building right in front Euljiro-3ga station exit 12. Finding this place is really easy. We can actually see through a glass wall of the building and find a cafe right there.



Overall, the atmosphere of the cafe is quite lovely. When you go inside, you will be greeted by a sight of a dozens freshly baked breads and cookies. There is one super long table and a few smaller round tables for people to gather and talks. Look above and you can find a filament lamp to lighten up the mood. In summary, the atmosphere is nice.









We ordered Mango Juice and Lime and Passion Fruit Tea for 6,000 and 5,800 KRW each. The juice was sweet and fresh while the tea was a little sour and can wrap your lips tight but also good. If you prefer coffee then you will have to pay 4,000 KRW for an Americano.



We work here for some times and actually enjoy our short stay here. Although, I must say that this is a place to have a conversation only. I personally have two reasons for that. First, there are barely any electrical plugs for you to work on your laptop, tablet, smartphone etc. So, this is most definitely not a place to study or work. The second is a loud noise from people talking. This place was filled with people when we visited it. Not to complain about it but the tall ceiling is actually going to cause everyone's voice sounds louder then it should be.



One interesting trivia, this place is actually a franchise own by Gontran Cherrier just like the cafe's name. Another interesting fact, this place is actually a bakery not a cafe, but they expanded the store and sell coffee along the way. If you are interested to find out more, you can head to Gontran Cherrier website here.





All in all, this still is a great place to hangout or just take a short break before you head out for more adventure in Seoul.

-Mr. Koala-