Korea has over 2,000 Starbucks stores, the highest per capita in the world, with unique Starbucks locations you can only experience in Korea, from stores serving alcohol in renovated 1960s mansions to floating stores on the Han River. Koreans consume 416 cups of coffee annually, about 6 times the Asia-Pacific average (57 cups).
Top 5 Famous Starbucks Stores You Can Only See in Korea
1. Jangchung Lounge R Store — Korea's Only Starbucks Serving Alcohol
The Jangchung Lounge R Store near Dongdaemun is a 'destination store' that completely renovated a 1960s mansion spanning over 100 pyeong (330 sqm). It's the only Korean Starbucks to introduce a 'Mixology Bar' where you can enjoy authentic coffee cocktails made by skilled baristas. It features 7 themed spaces from the basement to the 2nd floor and a garden with a fountain.
Address: 25 Jangchungdan-ro 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul | Transportation: 5-minute walk from Exit 4 of Dongdae-ipgu Station (Line 3)
2. Seoul Wave Art Center Store — Floating Store on the Han River
A full-glass store inside an art center floating on the 'Han River', Seoul's symbol. You can enjoy panoramic views of the Han River with a feeling like being on a boat, and the magic hour at sunset offers Seoul's finest scenery. It's also known as a filming location for BTS 'Run BTS!'
Address: 145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul | Transportation: About 10 minutes by taxi from Gangnam
3. Parmie Station Store — World's Most Beautiful Starbucks
The Parmie Station Store at Express Bus Terminal Station is a 15th anniversary commemorative store of Korean Starbucks. Themed as a 'coffee forest in the city,' it features a high dome ceiling with numerous bird objects flying around and fantastic spaces flooded with sunlight. It's always mentioned as the 'most beautiful store' among Starbucks worldwide.
Address: 205 Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul | Transportation: Directly connected to Exit 4 of Express Bus Terminal Station (Lines 3/7/9)
4. Cheongdam Star R Store — 1000th Store Commemorative Premium Location
The Cheongdam Star R Store in Gangnam is a Reserve store opened to commemorate Korea's 1,000th store. It offers abundant exclusive food and desserts only available here, and it's also in an area frequently visited by K-POP idols and actors.
Address: 24 Dosan-daero 57-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | Transportation: 5-minute walk from Exit 4 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station (Suin-Bundang Line)
5. Gwangjang Market Store — Retro Store Harmonizing with Traditional Market
A retro-modern store born within Seoul's most famous traditional market, 'Gwangjang Market'. It features warm interior design that doesn't disrupt the 100-year-old market atmosphere, and store-exclusive menu items with Korean lettering logos are also popular.
Address: 88 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul | Transportation: Exit 7 of Jongno 5-ga Station (Line 1)
Korean Starbucks Exclusive Menu & Merchandise
Popular Drinks Only Available in Korea
- Dolce Cold Brew: The signature of Korean Starbucks. A classic popular menu with exquisite sweetness and refreshing taste of dolce sauce (available at almost all stores nationwide)
- Jeju Palsak Orange & Grapefruit Honey Black Tea: Black tea with Jeju 'Palsak' and honey (Reserve stores only)
- Black & White Cold Brew: Einspänner with cold brew coffee and vanilla cream (Reserve stores only)
- Jeju Mugwort Rice Cake Cream Frappuccino: Drink made with high-quality mugwort from Jeju Island (Jeju stores only)
Perfect for Souvenirs! Korea-Exclusive Tumblers & Merchandise
- Ewha R Store 1st Store Exclusive: Merchandise with Starbucks badges from the original store opening. Free engraving with purchases over 45,000 won
- SEOUL/JEJU City Collection: Tumblers designed with city names and Korean characters. Perfect travel memorabilia
- STANLEY Collaboration: Korea-exclusive pastel colors and 1.18L extra-large Quenchers available for purchase
- Hanbok Bearista & Keyring: Starbucks Bearista wearing traditional Korean costume. Especially popular as souvenirs
In the past, collaborations with BLACKPINK were held, and in 2025, a collaboration with the drama 'FRIENDS' was also conducted. If a new collaboration is announced during your visit timing, don't hesitate to check it out!
Korean Starbucks Tour Tips
To efficiently tour Seoul's famous Starbucks stores, refer to the Seoul Public Transportation Guide. Using subway and buses, you can visit 3-4 stores in one day.
Along with your Starbucks tour, also check the Olive Young Popular Products Guide for a perfect day including shopping. Solve transportation and payments in one card with your NAMANE Card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can you drink alcohol at Korean Starbucks?
Yes, at Jangchung Lounge R Store, you can enjoy coffee cocktails at the 'Mixology Bar,' the first of its kind introduced in Korean Starbucks. You can have an authentic bar experience with skilled baristas shaking cocktail shakers, and it's a 5-minute walk from Dongdae-ipgu Station.
Q. What are the exclusive menu items unique to Korean Starbucks?
Dolce Cold Brew is the signature menu of Korean Starbucks, available for order at almost all stores. Additionally, drinks using Korean ingredients like Jeju Palsak Black Tea and Mugwort Latte are sold exclusively at Reserve stores and Jeju Island stores.
Q. Where is the best place to buy Starbucks merchandise?
Ewha R Store (1st store) and Jangchung Lounge R Store have abundant store-exclusive merchandise and also provide engraving services. STANLEY collaboration products are relatively well-stocked in Korea, so you can often find models that are sold out in Japan.
