For various reasons, we would like to go to the coffee shop to talk with friends or to study. Sometimes it is because the atmosphere in a coffee shop is better, or it is because there is no other better place to go. Therefore, by visiting several stores, The Argus hopes to help you do a simple evaluation about the coffee shop near our campus. Open this page whenever you do not know where to choose.

Island B

• Address: 4-7, Hwigyeong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul 
• Business hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-23:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-23:00
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★★★★★
• The index suitable for discussion: ★★★
• The atmosphere: The cafe is divided into two floors. The ground floor is more suitable for discussion, while the basement floor is more suitable for self-study. The atmosphere is calm because of the peaceful background.
• Store features: There are tables and lamps on the basement floor for individual study.

Flat people

• Address: 39, Imun-ro 25-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
• Business hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-19:00
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★
• The index suitable for discussion:  ★★★
• The atmosphere: The café is always occupied with people and full of loud noises like an orchestra. The area of the store is relatively small, which is more suitable for two or three people to chat after meal.
• Store features: It is suitable for chatting without the burden of disturbing others.

Complete coffee

• Address: 6-14, Imun-ro 9na-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
• Business hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-23:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-23:00
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★
• The index suitable for discussion: ★★★★
• The atmosphere: The space here is relatively small, and the discussion sound is relatively loud. The indoor lighting is not that bright so it is more suitable for talking with friends, or having a simple group discussion.
• Store features: The coffee making area at the front desk is retro and professional.

Melting Pom

• Address: 264-410 Imun 1(il)-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
• Business hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-2:00 (night), Sat 10:00-12:00 (noon)
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★★
• The index suitable for discussion: ★★★
• The atmosphere: The coffee shop is on the ground floor. The decoration is pink and warm. It is a great place to study or hang out with friends, but not suitable for intense group discussion. Thus, I recommend you to study alone or chat softly with your friends.
• Store features: There are pets in the store, and places to study in bed.

Gosoun cafe

• Address: 8, Hwigyeong-ro 2-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
• Business hours: Mon-Sun 11:30-22:00
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★
• The index suitable for discussion: ★★★★★
• The atmosphere: The store is suitable for group discussion and chatting with friends. We can have a seat on sofa, and the area of inn is big. Because of the voice of discussion and communication, it is not suitable to study alone. There are various menus, souffle is the representative menu of this café.
• Store features: The style of the store is antique, suitable for going with friends.

Nolsoop

• Address: 4, Cheonjangsan-ro 7-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
• Business hours: Mon-Sun 10:00-1:00
• The index suitable for studying alone: ★★★ 
• The index suitable for discussion: ★
• The atmosphere: The atmosphere in the store is relatively warm, and there is a double-layer reading space. It is suitable for reading comics and studying. The environment is quiet so it is not suitable for discussion and conversation..
• Store features: Comic books are available in the store, but it is a little bit expensive for individual study.

By Xinran Dong