Atelier Pond
Hannam-dong, Seoul
I’d like to introduce my favorite dessert cafe in Hannam-dong — a place I always make sure to stop by whenever I’m in the area.
I first visited when it was still called Pâtissier Pond Hannam, located next to the Beaker concept store. They no longer operate at that location, and the brand is now run solely under the name Atelier Pond.
Atelier Pond describes itself as “Purveyors of genuine Bittersweet Pastries.” As the phrase suggests, it’s more than just a dessert shop — it’s a high-end brand that aims to create a sensory experience beyond simple sweets.
They focus mainly on baked goods and offer a variety of refined desserts. From the moment you step into the store to the careful way each package is designed and unwrapped, you can feel how much attention is put into every detail.
The concept is inspired by the feeling of discovering a quiet, hidden pond in the middle of the city. The Hannam branch captures that atmosphere beautifully, and every time I visit, I find myself feeling a little calmer.
Location & Business Hours / Parking
Address
1F, 19 Itaewon-ro 54-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Hannam-dong)
How to Get There (Public Transportation)
- The most convenient station is Hangangjin Station (Line 6).
- Exit 1 → walk toward Itaewon-ro for about 8–10 minutes.
- Exit 3 is a similar distance.
- From Itaewon Station: Take Exit 2 or 3 and walk toward Hannam-dong for about 12–15 minutes.
Opening Hours
Daily 11:00 – 19:00
Parking
No parking available inside the building Nearby recommendation: Hangangjin Station public parking lot
Exterior
Atelier Pond is located on the corner of a clean and refined white-toned building. Even from the outside, it gives off a neat and sophisticated impression.
Interior
The interior blends Atelier Pond’s symbolic black-and-white pond photograph with warm wood elements, making the brand identity feel very clear. It’s a space that feels both luxurious and artistic.
It’s not a large café, so the seating is limited — roughly four seats at the bar counter and about five two-person tables. Even the coffee machine at the counter looked quite stylish.
The desserts you can enjoy on the spot are displayed near the counter, while the glass showcase in the middle presents the pastries almost like works of art.
If you’d like to order gift products in larger quantities, it seems they operate on a pre-order and pickup system through their online store. I’ll explain the ordering process in more detail in a separate section below.
I especially liked that some items were wrapped in traditional Korean Bojagi cloth, which added a subtle touch of Korean aesthetic.
Drinks & Dessert Menu (Prices)
The menu was written based on what was available during my visit. It was slightly different from the menu listed on Naver, and there were also some desserts that weren’t shown on the online list.
Drinks and desserts can change depending on the season or vary by location, so I recommend checking the menu board at the café when you visit.
Atelier Pond Hannam Gift Packages
Atelier Pond Dessert Collection
Source: This section photos and descriptions from Atelier Pond
Atelier Pond’s dessert collection is carefully crafted with both refined flavors and aesthetic sensibility.
The packaging is also artistically designed, so the moment you receive it, you can’t help but feel impressed. That’s why I think it’s a truly suitable choice for important occasions or as a gift for someone special.
It’s the kind of present that can brighten the recipient’s mood and make them feel specially treated.
Now, let’s get back to the main topic. I’ll introduce the kinds of desserts you can find at Atelier Pond, as well as the limited-edition items currently available.
Confectionery Set
Price: ₩49,000
Composition
- Strawberry Blonde A blend of strawberry-flavored almonds, dried strawberries, nuts, and crispy wafers in strawberry chocolate. The bright tartness of strawberry pairs beautifully with the rich, nutty flavors.
- Tonka & Churros A reinterpretation of Spanish churros as a crispy cookie, finished with dark chocolate and tonka bean. Features a deep, lingering finish of cinnamon and spices.
- Macadamia Croquant A meringue cookie inspired by Italy’s “Brutti ma Buoni.” Roasted macadamia nuts are added for a crunchy texture and rich, toasty flavor.
Dragée Set
Price: ₩58,000
Composition
- Hazelnut & Lime Dragée Caramelized hazelnuts with deep sweetness, finished with lime zest. Coated in white chocolate and decorated with gold for a luxurious touch. The balance of sweetness and refreshing citrus is excellent.
- Coffee & Pecan Dragée Caramelized pecans layered twice with Ethiopian coffee beans, milk chocolate, and white chocolate. Features a deep, lingering finish of coffee and pecan.
- Blueberry Caramel Dragée A dragée made with blueberry caramel (boiled from real blueberries), mixed with blueberry and dragon fruit, then coated in white chocolate. The moderate blueberry sweetness and rich caramel depth finish on a clean, refreshing note.
Pound Cake “Caramel Walnut” (Tin Case)
Price: ₩51,000
A pound cake that uses the caramel from Atelier Pond’s signature caramel sandwich cookie as the main ingredient. It features lightly cooked, not-too-sweet caramel and caramel-coated walnuts inside, making it enjoyable for everyone regardless of age.
Pound Cake “Uji Matcha & Yuzu” (Tin Case)
Price: ₩52,000
A soft pound cake baked with rich matcha produced in Uji, Kyoto. The center is filled with yuzu ganache made from high-quality Goheung yuzu peel and juice.
When enjoyed together, the deep aroma of Uji matcha and the subtle, refreshing yuzu flavor create a beautiful harmony.
Madeleine (8ea, Tin Case)
Price: ₩52,000
Composition
4 flavors × 2 pieces each
- Green Tea & Lime A madeleine baked with a blend of refreshing lime and complex green tea. Filled with lime ganache, creating a harmonious balance between bright acidity and the deep flavor of green tea.
- Earl Grey Orange A madeleine made with finely ground Earl Grey tea and four kinds of orange peel. It features the fragrant aroma of citrus and the subtle scent of tea, finished with syrup and icing for added moisture.
- Lemon, Dill & Pink Pepper A lemon-filled madeleine topped with dill and pink pepper for an aromatic and refreshing flavor. The bright freshness of lemon and the subtle herbal notes create an appealing harmony.
- Vanilla & Fragola A vanilla-rich madeleine filled with bright strawberry chocolate ganache. The surface is coated with sweet yet slightly salty vanilla cookie crumbs, offering a variety of textures and flavors.
Financier (9ea, Tin Case)
Price: ₩53,000
Composition
3 flavors × 3 pieces each
- Fico & Cinnamon A financier made with fig preserve slowly cooked in port wine and sweet yet slightly spicy cinnamon. Butter is prepared by roasting cinnamon and figs, and fig preserve is filled inside. It features a fragrant and warm flavor.
- Caramel Hazelnut A financier that balances soft caramel with rich hazelnut. Two types of hazelnuts are baked into the cake, then topped with hazelnut caramel, caramelized hazelnuts, and gianduja for enhanced nuttiness.
- Maple & Pecan Rich pecans and sweet, fragrant maple syrup enhance both the texture and flavor of the financier. It pairs especially well with coffee.
Cookie “POND Ensemble” (Wooden Box)
Price: ₩88,000
Composition
8 varieties
- Orange & Almond Florentin A classic Italian-style florentine generously topped with almonds and enhanced with orange for a bright, fragrant finish.
- Berry Bloom: Raspberry Sand Cookie A sandwich cookie filled with a bright and chewy ganache made from raspberry purée and caramel. The subtle acidity of raspberry pairs beautifully with the softness of caramel.
- Rooibos & Cranberry Sablé A cookie that combines the deep aroma of rooibos with a touch of elderflower, plus rum-soaked cranberries for a hint of acidity. It has a rich yet light character.
- Chocolate & Lampone Sablé A unique yet harmonious sablé that adds the distinctive tartness of raspberry and a subtle apple note to a light chocolate flavor.
- Lemon & Black Tea Sablé A cookie that captures the feeling of morning milk tea by incorporating finely ground English Breakfast tea along with milk and lemon.
- Cannella Cookie A cookie featuring the appealing aroma of cinnamon and various spices, dipped in dark chocolate and finished with tonka bean for a complex fragrance.
- Tea Blossom: Tea Sand Cookie A sandwich cookie made by coating blended black tea in caramel and filling it with a soft milk chocolate caramel ganache. It offers a gentle and smooth tea aroma.
- Papaya & Cranberry Florentin A florentine with a thick layer of nougat made from chewy papaya and tangy cranberry. It highlights the distinctive flavor and acidity of dried fruit along with a pleasantly chewy texture.
Caramel Bar A (Wooden Box)
Price: ₩84,000
Composition
Bitter 5 pieces / Bergamot Earl Grey 5 pieces
- Bitter Atelier Pond’s signature caramel bar. It balances a slight saltiness with rich sweetness and the soft, savory flavor of butter. Recommended pairing with coffee or whiskey.
- Bergamot Earl Grey A caramel bar where the fragrant bergamot and the flavor of Earl Grey tea harmonize with the caramel, creating a delightful taste. It pairs well with coffee or tea.
Caramel Bar B (Wooden Box)
Price: ₩86,000
Composition
5 flavors × 2 pieces each
- Bitter Atelier Pond’s signature caramel bar. It balances a slight saltiness with rich sweetness and the soft, savory flavor of butter. Recommended pairing with coffee or whiskey.
- Yuzu A caramel made with 100% Korean Goheung yuzu peel and juice, preserving the bright fragrance and refreshing acidity of yuzu. It pairs well with light, acidic coffee or tea.
- Pecan A caramel bar made with a rich paste of caramelized pecans and various nuts. It features an impressive deep, nutty flavor. Recommended with dark roast coffee or whiskey.
- Wedding Impérial Generously infused with Mariage Frères Wedding Impérial tea and balanced with blood orange juice for aroma and acidity. You can taste a subtle tartness along with the deep tea fragrance.
- Truffle A truffle caramel bar made by generously adding truffle butter (infused with fresh truffles and butter for over 36 hours). Recommended pairing with full-bodied red wine or whiskey.
Caramel Bar
Price: ₩43,000
Composition
Bitter 3 pieces / Bergamot Earl Grey 3 pieces
- Bitter Atelier Pond’s signature caramel bar. It balances a slight saltiness with rich sweetness and the soft, savory flavor of butter. Recommended pairing with coffee or whiskey.
- Bergamot Earl Grey A caramel bar where the fragrant bergamot and the flavor of Earl Grey tea harmonize with the caramel, creating a delightful taste. It pairs well with coffee or tea.
Caramel Bar (Limited)
Price: ₩240,000
This limited edition set features a high-end tissue case created through a collaboration between renowned furniture and lighting designer Lee Sang-min and metal craftsman Kim Yun-jin, together with 10 pieces of Atelier Pond caramel bars.ork
- Bitter Signature caramel bar. It balances a slight saltiness with rich sweetness and the soft, savory flavor of butter. Recommended pairing with coffee or whiskey.
- Bergamot Earl Grey A caramel bar where the fragrant bergamot and the flavor of Earl Grey tea harmonize with the caramel, creating a delightful taste. It pairs well with coffee or tea.
POND Drip Bag Coffee (7each)
Price: ₩18,000
Colombia Mia Dor
- Origin: Colombia, Huila / Mirador Farm
- Producer: Miller Bustos
- Varietal: Castillo
- Roast: Light Roast
- Flavor Notes: Delicate and sweet, Pinot Blanc, tea-like body
- Sweetness ●●●●○ / Body ●●○○○ / Acidity ●●●○○
Kenya Gakuyuini AA
- Origin: Kenya, Kirinyaga / Gakuyuini Farm
- Producer: Gakuyuini Washing Station
- Varietal: SL28/34, Ruiru11, Batian
- Roast: Light Roast
- Flavor Notes: Blackcurrant & orange jam, apricot
- Sweetness ●●●●○ / Body ●●●○○ / Acidity ●●●●○
How to Purchase Gift Items
Gift desserts are available on both Naver Store and the official Atelier Pond website.
Due to high popularity, items on Naver Store are often sold out. I recommend ordering through the Reserve system on the official website instead.
Atelier Pond Official Website
https://www.atelierpond.kr/: Atelier Pond Hannam Review | Must-Visit High-End Dessert Cafe & Perfect Gift Spot in Seoul, Korea1.Visit the website and click Reservation.
2.Select your preferred date. If the menu appears crossed out on your chosen date (meaning it’s unavailable),
please select another available date and click NEXT.
3.Select the menu items and quantities you want.
4. If you need gift wrapping, please select it as a separate item at the bottom. This makes a great gift for friends overseas or for visitors coming to Korea!
After completing your order,
the most important step is selecting the pickup location.
Hannam Branch 11:00 – 19:00
1F, 19 Itaewon-ro 54-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Apgujeong Branch 11:30 – 20:00
3F, Galleria Luxury Hall, 407 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Jamsil Branch 11:30 – 21:30
5F, Lotte World Mall, 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Please carefully select your preferred branch to avoid any mistakes.
Bulk Purchase
If you wish to purchase a large quantity that exceeds the daily orderable limit, please inquire at the store or via Instagram DM. I
Cancellation & Changing Pickup Date
Payment cancellation is possible until 72 hours (3 days) before noon on the scheduled pickup date. If you need to change the pickup date, please cancel the existing order and place a new one.
Using a Courier Service
If you are unable to pick up the order in person, you can send a courier. Proxy pickup is available using the reservation name and phone number.
What I Ordered
I have visited once in the cool summer and once in the winter.
Atelier Pond sometimes changes its desserts and drinks depending on the season, so the drink menu I mentioned earlier may not always be available. Limited-time seasonal drinks also appear from time to time.
In the summer, I tried the canelé and financier, along with a latte and a drink called Apple Sway, which had a subtle apple aroma.
In the winter, I remember having the hazelnut milk chocolate mousse dessert with a latte. I think there was also vin chaud (mulled wine), but it’s been a while so my memory is a bit hazy.
Overall Visit & Product Review
Space ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A small but gem-like secret space in Hannam-dong. It feels exactly like stumbling upon a hidden pond, just as Atelier Pond aims for. The interior aesthetic is outstanding, so the visual pleasure the space itself gives is something you can’t overlook. It was comfortable and had a really nice atmosphere.
Experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The packaging of the products is beautiful, but more than that, the desserts are delicious. I would definitely buy them as gifts for friends or make a reservation for special occasions. The assortment is excellent, so they’re also perfect for housewarming or holiday presents. If you’re looking for a special and pretty dessert gift when visiting Korea, this is a great option that’s easy to take home.
Would I come back? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I almost always stop by whenever I’m in Hannam-dong. I know the other branches are located inside department stores, and although I haven’t visited the one at Galleria Apgujeong yet, it looks spacious and nice. Highly recommended.
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I’ll be back with another review next time.
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