Seoul craft beer scene grew rapidly after Korean beer law reforms. The 10 below show why.
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The 10 best craft beer bars in Seoul
01 · Seoul
Gyeongnidan
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Brewery + restaurant · Iconic
Iconic Seoul craft brewery.
Order: Their flagship pale ale
02 · Seoul
Multiple
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Brewery chain · Pizza
Korean craft beer chain with strong pizza.
Order: A craft IPA + a pizza
03 · Seoul
Itaewon
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Mikkeller franchise
Itaewon Mikkeller outpost.
Order: A Mikkeller barrel-aged stout
04 · Seoul
Hannam
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Brewery taproom
Hannam craft brewery.
Order: Their flagship Slow IPA
05 · Seoul
Gyeongnidan
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Craft beer chain
Korean craft beer chain.
Order: Their Ji-Hwa Pale Ale
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06 · Seoul
Yeonnam
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Casual craft beer pub
Yeonnam casual craft beer specialist.
Order: A flight of Korean craft IPAs
07 · Seoul
Itaewon
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Casual craft beer · Itaewon
Itaewon casual craft beer pub.
Order: A craft IPA + Korean snacks
08 · Seoul
Gangnam
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German-style brewpub
Gangnam German-style brewpub.
Order: A wheat beer with sausages
09 · Seoul
Gangnam
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Bavarian beer hall
Gangnam Bavarian beer hall.
Order: A pretzel + a wheat beer
10 · Seoul
Itaewon
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American-style · Casual
Itaewon American-style cocktail-and-beer pub.
Order: A craft IPA + barbecue
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How Seoul drinks craft beer
Magpie Brewing and The Booth are essential. Most peak between 8 and 10 PM.
