cocobruni, a relatively new barista and chocolatier that opened in Gangnam, is a must visit spot for it's open space and modern interior. Known for their decorative chocolates and specialty drinks, it is a short walk from Gangnam station, exit 11 to the right off of the main road. There is also one in Hongdae and a few other tourist spots.
It is the perfect place to visit to chit chat and even solo just to enjoy a cup of coffee and a few sweets which include their wide selection of cake slices, chocolates, and a few baked goodies. With soothing American music constantly playing, this place is one of the few in Gangnam that provide a more relaxing feeling compared to the other busy coffee shops.
Catering to the more urban and modern taste of locals, desserts average at a price of $5 a slice, chocolates at $2.50 per piece and specialty drinks that range from $3.50-6. There is a set menu with a drink and baked good combo for $7 which is a recommendation for those who are on a budget. In addition to food and beverages, souvenir goods can be purchased which includes planners, notebooks, and cups for a take home gift.
It is definitely a place to stop by during the day or at night. The open window is a great attraction with sunlight during the day, and bright lights of the cafe that attracts anyone passing by. The only problem is the bathroom is far from the building, it is actually located in a regular building so a heads up for that would be great!
For those who live in Korea, you know how impossible it is to find home comfort food, especially diner food. Most of us miss the after clubbing diners and home comfort breakfast foods in waffles, pancakes, eggs, and home fries. One of the ultimate popular spots in Korea for almost all foreigners is Butterfingers. With a few locations around Seoul which include, but are not limited to Gangnam and Bundang, it is the one place to go for the best diner foods.
Although it can be a bit pricey compared to the prices we are used to back at home, it is definitely worth a visit every once in a while to satisfy those cravings. The suggested is their waffles (we are in Korea after all), the Butterfingers shake, their pumpkin walnut pancake and their breakfast platter. The platter is a little big, recommended to be shared between two. In addition to the breakfast goods, there are a handful of other home comfort foods which include salads and burgers. I have yet to try those, but it will probably be on the menu next time!
Upon ordering breakfast goods, there is a choice for syrup which include honey or maple, and the choice of a sweet or regular butter. Korea is a bit fan of all things sweet so do not find these things peculiar, it's just the cultural differences but the sweet butter is recommended for pancakes and waffles! There's a crystallization of sugars that just melt in your mouth. 
It is one of the fewest makeup setters that I have found in Korea. I think one of the best things about this product is the scent of the spray. I hate using products that work but smell horrible. This setter has a fragrant scent of flowers that smells just like perfume so you can even skip out on the perfume around the ears. Without shaking the can, simply spray to the face with the eyes closed. Be sure to have an even application to the face! Simple as that and you are on your way out.
cocobruni, a relatively new barista and chocolatier that opened in Gangnam, is a must visit spot for it's open space and modern interior. Known for their decorative chocolates and specialty drinks, it is a short walk from Gangnam station, exit 11 to the right off of the main road. There is also one in Hongdae and a few other tourist spots.
