At first glance, it may seem that the fast-paced trend of Seoul’s hipster scene has driven many people away from Hongdae and into Seongsu-dong, Samseongji, Sindang-dong, and Mullae.
However, Hongdae is still a place that comes to mind when you think of indie bands and live performances, and today we’ve gathered a list of music restaurants, live pubs, and clubs with a lot of Hongdae fl avor.
1. Sidenote Club
Sidenote Club is a rooftop bar located on the 15th floor of Rise Hotel near the Hongdae entrance area. You can enjoy the rooftop night view from the 15th floor and cocktails made by bartenders who won the World Class Bartender Competition.
There’s also music, DJs, and live performances, including a 1,000-plus vinyl collection. Find out more here.
📍 15F, 130 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
2. ClubFF
It looks like an ordinary bar, but when you go down the stairs to the basement, you’ll find a different scene. This is the story of Club FF, a live club in Hongdae where social media sensations Cryingnut, No Brain, and Hyuk-oh have also visited.
Club FF has been a constant stage for various indie musicians, from DJing to rock performances. It often participates in Live Club Day, a borderless music festival in front of Hongdae.
📍 12, Wausan-ro 17-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
3. Unity Record Bar
Unity Record Bar in Hongdae is a small space, but it has everything you need: alcohol, vinyl, music, and cyphers.
Every Sunday night, dancers cypher after the DJs, which is also a highlight.
📍 35 Zandari-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul UNITY RECORD BAR