As you know, Korean culture has swept the world by storm. Long before Cebuanos became fans of all kinds of Korean pop culture, they had already developed an appreciation for the likes of a Korean cafe.
The Korean cafe aesthetic is a blend of special themes and cute interiors. Some cafes make it feel like you’re at an actual coffee shop in Korea too!
Now, a new establishment aims to further inspire Cebuanos’ love for Korean cafes. It just happens to be the first of its kind in Cebu as well.
Enter Gangnam Cafe in Lahug, Cebu City!
Gangnam uses projections to create a visually stunning and therapeutic atmosphere. It is the first media cafe in Cebu that offers a unique aesthetic to satisfy your wanderlust.
This was formerly a Korean samgyupsal restaurant, then it was converted into a full-blown cafe and restaurant in 2024, serving all day breakfast meals, coffee drinks, rice bowls, salads, and many more.
Its main attraction is the extensive walls where stunning projections of picturesque scenery are displayed.
MEDIA CAFE
The projections create the illusion that you are dining somewhere surreal. The clips usually include gorgeous imagery of nature or popular tourist spots.
The most common images projected are crashing waves on the shore, which can provide you with that much needed beach therapy. The calm flow of the water definitely adds to the soothing ambiance.
Gangnam Cafe also showcases projections of the beautiful night sky. You can see twinkling stars, flying meteors, and exploding supernovas, a fascinating display of illuminating images.
The photo wall backdrop is definitely ideal for portrait shots.
If you want to capture the crisp quality of the images on display, try wearing a plain white shirt when you visit the cafe. Guests are encouraged to get creative with how they take photos since the images and clips change from time to time.
A MENU FIT FOR MUKBANGS
Bestsellers at Gangnam Cafe include a variety of breakfast meals to start off your day. Their Breakfast Plate is a hefty feast, with fresh toast, bacon, Hungarian sausage, fried eggs, and a side of fries.
One of their most popular entrées is the Gangnam Ribs, which many customers have raved about for its tenderness and flavor. This is served with a cup of rice and a side of lettuce.
The Fish & Fries is another popular entrée that is best shared with a group. It comes with a minty tartar sauce to give it a spicy kick.
Pasta lovers can indulge in their best selling pasta dishes like their Shrimp Pasta and Chicken Rosé Spaghetti.
For beverages, they offer many coffee shop staples, with their White Chocolate, Caramel Macchiato, and Spanish Latte being crowd favorites.
One of the newer series of drinks are beverages topped with frothy matcha foam.
MORE ABOUT GANGNAM CAFE
Gangnam Cafe is located right next to the Yello Hotel at Wilson Street in Barangay Lahug. You can ride any jeepney going to JY Square, get off at the mall, and walk from there.
The cafe is open to facilitating exclusive events, complete with catering and a decorative setup.
You can message their Facebook page or contact their number (0999 558 9407/ 0908 166 6660) to ask about their rates and packages.
Birthday celebrants are given a complimentary slice of cake while the Happy Birthday song is played throughout the cafe.
You can bring fur babies to the cafe as well, but they have to wear diapers while they are inside.
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At Gangnam Cafe, your body is a canvas. The wall of projected imagery creates endless possibilities for photos to take.
Aside from this, you have tons of options to choose from for their food and beverages.
Enjoy a delicious feast as you take in the captivating ambiance of Cebu’s first media cafe.
Exact Location:
Beside Yello Hotel, Wilson Street, Lahug, Cebu City
Operating Hours:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM