Seoul Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Shopping Guide: A Romantic, Lighthearted 'One-Stop' Journey with a Cozy Vibe

Which places in South Korea are popular for shopping? Instead of the well-known Hongdae and Myeongdong, today let's explore Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam District, and see what's worth a visit. Many of you may have first heard of Garosu-gil through Korean dramas and feel a bit curious and drawn to it. So, let this guide take you on a different kind of romantic, sentimental journey through this shopping guide for Seoul's Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil.

Ikkie Rollkasseu (Moss Pork Cutlet) Garosu-gil Branch

Menu: Sweet Potato Cheese Pork Cutlet 12,000 KRW / Curry Cheese Pork Cutlet 12,000 KRW / Salmon and Dried Cheese Salad 12,000 KRW

Address: 35 Gangnam-daero 156-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: Daily 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM, open year-round

This restaurant is easy to find; it's less than a five-minute walk from Sinsa Station Exit 8. Located in a modern building, the exterior is simple and sophisticated. The interior is decorated with small, delicate ornaments, and one wall is covered in large glass panels, adding a bright and open feeling. We recommend ordering the sweet potato cheese pork cutlet and the curry cheese pork cutlet, paired with the salmon and dried cheese salad. The sweet potato on the pork cutlet is both tasty and visually appealing. The curry cheese pork cutlet has rich, delicious cheese, and the pork cutlet itself is also very enjoyable.

Photomatic Self-Photo Studio

Please reserve a time slot in advance.

This is a popular spot where you can create memories of your Korea trip and Garosu-gil with friends—it's the Photomatic Self-Photo Studio. Koreans come here to celebrate anniversaries or preserve memories. After briefly filling out a shooting consent form and delivery address, you can take selfies for 15 minutes. The shooting area is equipped with lighting, cameras, monitors, mirrors, and other items, allowing you to check the photos on the monitor in real time to see if they turn out as you like. The JPG files can be received via email, but physical prints require processing time and are difficult to get on the same day; it may take up to a week. They can be received by mail. Please keep this in mind.

SAPPUN Garosu-gil Branch

Address: 42 Dosan-daero 11-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Hours: Daily 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

SAPPUN is a well-known Korean women's shoe brand offering great value for money.

Their shoes are comfortable to wear and very lightweight, making them ideal for daily use. You won't feel tired even after wearing them for long periods.

The store's interior is mostly white, giving a clean and bright feel. The shoe and boot colors, however, are diverse, so you can choose from many shades. The display is simple and clear. Although the overall design of the brand is understated, each product has its own highlights, and many pairs are surprisingly stylish. Office workers who stand for long hours during commutes will know how much their feet can hurt, but SAPPUN's 'zero-feel' series—SAPPUN ALLDAY—offers ultimate softness and lightness. They feel light and comfortable on the feet, and I've personally tried and repurchased them.

This time, I've introduced popular spots for food, entertainment, and shopping. Besides these, Garosu-gil has many other places worth exploring. If you enjoyed this, I'll bring you a more detailed and practical Seoul Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil shopping guide next time.