[Recommended Cafe in Ganghwa Island] Cafe Talkraphy and Cafe Daruzi

Let's put the coffee aside, and go for refreshing Ade with spectacular nature view in Ganghwa Island! In this post, we are going to recommend 2 cafes in Ganghwa Island.

#1 Cafe Talkraphy 

First of all, we want to introduce Cafe Talkraphy (토크라피), a cafe that is really difficult to find empty seats during the weekend.

The arch door at the white building presents a unique atmosphere. Please note that smoking is prohibited in the cafe, pets are not allowed, and outside food is not allowed in the cafe too.

When you open the door and enter the cafe, you will be able to smell the aroma of coffee. At Cafe Talkraphy, you have to, first, order at the counter when you enter the cafe.

After we have ordered our drinks at the counter, we went to choose the bakery. Cafe Talkraphy is famous for their yummylicious bakery so it is difficult to choose the bakery that we want to try. All the bread are mouthwatering! In addition, it is also very popular due to its interior and the amazing ocean view from the cafe.

The maroon table and chair, and the white wall present a vintage atmosphere in the cafe. Even the arched doorway itself is enough to create a unique atmosphere here. The attic space here is cute and romantic.

Cafe Talkraphy is a cafe with beautiful sea view of east coast of Ganghwa Island, so the window seats are really popular and more preferred by people. However, no matter where you sit, you will be able to feel the special atmosphere here.

It is recommended to try the purple Lavender Ade when you visit Cafe Talkraphy. It looks so attractive with the pretty color and the lavender scent.

You may also try Mugwort Latte, which is one of the popular drinks in Ganghwa Island, at Cafe Talkraphy. There are sweet red beans in Mugwort Latte, so remember to stir it before drinking it. This drink is available in hot and iced.

We bought the appetizing pistachio croissant filled with sugar powder, and sweet apple pie. The green cream on top of the croissant is pistachio that blends together with sugar powder, creating a sweet and light taste. It goes well with the drink. The apple pie is topped with sweet apple jam on top of the crispy pastry. It is so delicious that we could even eat 2 of the apple pies!

The outdoor seat under the tree with the view of Dongmak beach, is one of the popular seats in this cafe. The cool breeze from Dongmak breeza and the shades under tree forms a good picture. You can even take many nice pictures here with the sea as your background.

[Information about Talkraphy]

 

1. Getting there : At AREX Geomam Station, take bus #700  ▶ Get off at Onsu-ri stop, and take Bus #3 ▶ Get off at Haeoreum Minbak and walk 8 mins

 2. Address : 43-12 Haeannam-ro 1691beon-gil, Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Inheon

 3. Opening hours : 10:00 - 21:00 daily

 4. Off days : none  (opens all year round)

 5. Contact : +82-70-7607-1691

 6. Price : Mugwort lLate KRW 7,000 / Lavender Ade KRW 7,000 / Pistachio Croissant KRW 6,000 / Apple Pie KRW 3,000

#2 Cafe Daruzi 

You will surely be attracted to the beautiful Mediterranean-style garden when you enter this cafe. This place reminds us of Tasha Tudor's beautiful garden, where she walked barefoot in the beautiful garden and lived close to nature.

Since 1st July 2020, the cafe is operating as no-children zone where children aged 3 to 13 are not allowed in the cafe. Since the cafe is garden-themed, children may run around and get hurt. However, we shall respect the owner's decision.

This cafe is warm and cozy. The furniture blends well with the decoration and interior. It makes you feel so relaxed to just sit down and enjoy a drink.

The cafe uses only the specialty coffee and the dough of all the confectionery food is made directly at this cafe. Cafe Daruzi offers various types of seasonal cake and bread.

Since it was a warm day with sunshine and cool breeze on the day we visited, we took the seat under the tree. If you prefers other drinks than coffee, it is recommended to try the fresh and sweet Omija (Five flavor berry) Ade.

Besides that, we also ordered the sweet chocolate pound cake. It is filled with chocolate inside and outside, and it just melts inside our mouth.

Ready to enjoy flowers and trees while taking a sip of good coffee at this beautiful cafe? Visit Cafe Daruzi in Ganghwa Island when you come to Korea! You will definitely have a great relaxing time in this garden.

[Information about Cafe Daruzi]

 1.  Getting there : Get off at AREX Geomam Station, take bus #700-1  ▶  Get off at Seondu 1-ri stop, and walk 12 mins

 2. Address : 254-36 Manisan-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

 3. Opening hours :  09:00 - 19:00 daily

 4. Contact : +82-32-937-0323

 5. Price Information : Americano KRW 6,000 / Omija Ade KRW 8,000 / Choco Pound KRW 4,000

*Note: To prevent the spread of COVID-19, please remember to keep 2m social distancing, wash hands frequently, obey cough etiquettes and wear a mask. Stay safe, everyone.