Shindangdong is famous for its tteokbokki alley. However, I recently visited a cafe in Shindangdong that has become as famous as tteokbokki. I think the MZ generation will find it interesting. Introducing the very popular Mail Room cafe with a variety of props and items.I will do it for you.
Understanding Sindang Station on Lines 2 and 6
Shindang Station, which I visited after a long time, is filled with unique streets and fascinating things. If you enjoy visiting new places, there's plenty to enjoy.
- First, there are many things to see offer
‘Many people probably remember Shindangdong as 'Tteokbokki Alley'. However, this place is also famous for Hwanghak Furniture Street. There are many stores that handle furniture, so it's fun to look at the furniture.It's a street with .
Also located near Hwanghak Furniture Street is the Hwanghak-dong Flea Market. Its name comes from the fact that the market travels like a flea, collecting rare items from every corner of the country. The market is filled with items you'd only find in country homes of the past.
- Second, the Central Traditional Market, full of food
Where there is plenty to see, there is always a wide variety of food to eat, and the center of this is the Jungang Traditional Market.
Seoul Central Market, once considered one of Korea's three largest markets since the Korean War, was a bustling marketplace, hosting a significant amount of transactions and consumption. Today, along with nearby Dongmyo, it remains a beloved destination, offering a diverse range of food and attractions.
- Lastly, there are plenty of special cafes and restaurants.
This is where Seoul's subway lines 6 and 2 intersect, and there are many markets around it. It is also famous for Tteokbokki Street and Hwanghak Furniture Street, so it is generally an area with a lot of floating population.
Therefore, it is characteristic that many special restaurants and cafes are emerging to capture the floating population.
Mail Room, a special cafe in Sindang Station
On the way out of Shindangdong Central Market, there was a cafe that caught my eye. It was Mail RoomIt was a SNS hot place cafe with a special concept called .
So, I went in to find out why this place is loved by MZ people.
Once you step inside the store, you will finally realize that it is a cafe.
But even the menu doesn't tell you what drinks are available. However, if you enter through the secret door on the right, you'll get the impression that this is a cafe that leads to the second and third floors.
- 2nd floor interior
The second floor, with its antique furniture and antique wallpaper, evokes the atmosphere of a European home. It was already packed, even though it was almost lunchtime, so I went up to the third floor.
- 3rd floor interior
There's an internal elevator, so you can easily get to the third floor. Upon arriving at the third floor, open the glass doors and enter the space shown below. Fortunately, there are still seats available on the third floor, so I decide to sit there.
The coffee order form is uniquely placed on the ceiling, giving it that distinctive look. While nothing special, the large window makes for a great place to leisurely enjoy your coffee while looking outside.
- Order coffee
After taking our seats, we went down to the first floor and ordered coffee. There were several options, but my wife and I were both obsessed with Einspanner these days, so we both ordered that.
When you order, you'll be given a key and a buzzer. Once your drink is ready, the buzzer will sound, and you'll come downstairs, open the cabinet corresponding to your key number, and enjoy your drink.
The coffee tasted quite good. The thick cream on top of the coffee gently enveloped the sweet and bitter flavor. It was much thicker than the typical Einspanner cream, giving it a more luxurious feel.
I was very satisfied with the taste of the coffee, but if you visit here on a crowded day around lunchtime, you may have to go back and forth because you might not be able to get a seat on the second or third floor. Please keep this in mind.
Because there isn't as much space as you might think;;
Mail Room Overall Review
If you're looking for a cafe near Sindang Station, I recommend Mailroom, which offers delicious coffee and a great photo opportunity. It's a place that's sure to offer a special experience for first-time visitors.
If you're looking for a special date spot in Seoul, I recommend Sindang-dong. With so much to see and do, this neighborhood is sure to make your time there even more romantic and atmospheric.
