Perlen

South Korea, KR 서울특별시 마포구 서울 마포구 성미산로22길 18 A'동 1층 펠른
+82 2-332-9287
$$$ Cafe
(195 Reviews)
Price Range ₩40,000–50,000

Welcome to Perlen, a charming café nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. This hidden gem is not just a place to enjoy your favorite brews; it's an experience that blends expertly crafted drinks with delightful desserts in a beautifully designed space. Perlen embodies the essence of a modern coffee bar with its cozy ambiance, making it the perfect spot for coffee enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.

At Perlen, the focus is on inventive pairings that enhance both their food and drink offerings. The Pairing Set B is a must-try, featuring crunchy, nutty grissini served alongside a rich, homemade bourbon highball crafted with nonalcoholic bourbon whisky and rooibos tea, all for an incredibly reasonable ₩14,500. For those seeking a dessert that marries texture and flavor, Pairing Set A will charm your palate with its soft potato millefeuille and a nonalcoholic coffee ale, perfectly complemented by smoky oak notes for ₩17,000. The combination of flavors is sublime, as the delicate layers of the millefeuille sing together with every sip of expertly paired beverage.

The café doesn’t stop at extraordinary pairings; it also boasts an impressive selection of non-alcoholic beers, including the Super Stout, with subtle oak aromas and a smoky finish, or the Coffee Golden Ale, both priced at ₩7,000. Furthermore, the coffee menu offers an enticing Seasonal Single Origin hand-drip or siphon coffee at ₩7,000, as well as their signature Perlen White, a latte with a luxurious creamy texture for just ₩6,500.

As mentioned by guests like Rachel Min, who praised the luxurious atmosphere and themed sweets of the tea omakase, and Annie, who highlighted the impeccable attention to detail and the harmonious pairing of desserts and drinks, it’s easy to see that Perlen is aiming not just to provide food and beverage but to cultivate a memorable dining experience. The artistic plating and the warmth of service create a welcoming vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer.

Whether you're in the mood for a sophisticated dessert pairing course, want to experience the craft of a nonalcoholic beverage, or simply wish to enjoy a quiet moment in a beautiful setting, Perlen truly has something for everyone. Make your way to this captivating café, where every sip and bite is thoughtfully curated, and witness for yourself the enchanting allure that keeps guests coming back.

Don't forget to make a reservation ahead of your visit to enjoy the highlights that Perlen has to offer. You may just find your new favorite retreat in the bustling city of Seoul!

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Dessert
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

195 Reviews
Sunny Kok

09 Oct 2025

This coffee bar is a must go for coffee lovers. Can’t imagine what you will have inside this chill and cozy bar

Annie

29 Sep 2025

A must do! This was the most perfect experience ever. The atmosphere was amazing and everything was so detail orientated. The dessert and drink pairing perfectly complimented each other. I did the coffee pairing but there is also just a tea pairing and a liquor pairing for those who don’t like coffee as much. I don’t think I’ll get over the desserts here x

H

08 Aug 2025

I wanted to make a reservation for the weekend, and I finally got to go after successfully making a reservation. The most surprising part was the detailed plating of the desserts, the barista's expertise, and the high quality of service. Especially, the Dutch coffee aged in an oak barrel was truly delicious. It was the first cafe I've encountered that I want to revisit, thanks to the subtle flavors and the harmony of taste and aroma pairing. I'd love to visit again when the menu is renewed.

Ariana Szeto

02 Aug 2025

I chanced upon a video about Perlen’s dessert pairing course on Instagram and decided that I’ve to include it in our itinerary. Made a reservation on catchable for Monday afternoon without realizing that it’s their off day. BUT, they were nice enough to just open the space to host the two of us. The desserts really live up to the theme of the course “Korea to the table” where local ingredients are utilized and integrated into light, refreshing desserts. Really enjoyed the coffee and the traditional drinks too! We unintentionally became the last two customers to try this menu as they are switching to a new menu tomorrow - highly recommend this place to tourists who wish to explore the taste of Korea under a nice atmosphere, environment and service

Rachel Min

20 Jul 2025

we did the tea omakase and it was amazing!! the vibes were so luxurious and romantic. the tea and sweets were tasty and cute. i enjoyed how they had a theme to their set and the staff was very friendly we also did an additional cup of the whiskey cold brew as it’s their signature drink! it was our favorite.

ohymmis

04 Jul 2025

Very special experience and highly recommend this place to coffee and dessert lovers. Super great service and nice chat with the barista(Soo-ah) Love the nicely designed menu and pairing Will visit this place again and gonna introduce it to my friends for sure!

Mimi Godin

03 Jul 2025

Cannot recommend enough. We ended up here kind of on a whim (be careful though, as there are a set number of seatings and experiences each day - reservation required) and were thoroughly impressed. What a special way to experience coffee and whisky. Our server was kind enough to present to us in English after he finished in Korean. We ordered 1 coffee tasting and 1 whisky tasting. It was a ton of fun and the coffee, whisky, and desserts were fantastic. Highly recommend.

Anna Elisabeth Rihlmann

22 Jun 2025

A wonderful atmosphere for spending a precious evening with your friends and family! I really like that the dessert course is not too sweet and this time features a variety of different tastes, like adding olives, which was a very interesting combination! I can say the PERLEN Signature Whisky Dutch Coffee is simply the best to pair with the dessert menu! I also liked the non-alcohol sparkling wine! Perfect place to take your friends or come with business partners!

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