Sweet Seasons in Full Bloom – My Visit to Rafre Fruit, Seoul

#seoulspots Located in the vibrant Yeonnam-dong neighborhood near Hongdae, Rafre Fruit is a dessert café that celebrates Korea’s seasonal fruits in all their glory—strawberries in winter, mangoes in summer, shine muscat in early autumn. I visited during peak strawberry season, and the entire display counter was a burst of red—chiffon cakes, cream sandwiches, tarts, and shaved ice all generously topped with fresh berries. The interior is soft, bright, and inviting—white walls, pastel touches, and clean wood accents that let the colorful fruit desserts take center stage. I ordered the strawberry shortcake and a fresh strawberry latte. The cake was light and fluffy, with layers of whipped cream and sweet-tart berries that tasted like spring. The latte was made with real puréed strawberries—fruity, milky, and refreshing without being too sweet. Rafre’s menu changes with the seasons, so repeat visits always feel new. In summer, mango bingsu and mango chiffon dominate; in autumn, muscat tarts and fig pastries take over. The quality is consistently high, and each dessert feels handcrafted and photo-ready. Admission & Practical Info • 🕒 Hours: Daily 12:00–21:00 (hours may vary slightly by season) • 💴 Prices: ₩6,000–₩10,000 per dessert; ₩5,000–₩7,000 for drinks • 🚇 Access: Hongdae Station (Line 2), Exit 3—7-minute walk to Yeonnam-dong • 📷 Extremely Instagram-friendly—expect queues during peak fruit seasons • ⏱ Suggested Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour Why It’s Worth Visiting • 🍓 Seasonal freshness: Menus shift with the fruit calendar—always something new • 🍰 Light, elegant desserts: Whipped cream cakes, fruit-topped tarts, and chiffon slices • 🧁 Handmade feel: Each dessert looks and tastes thoughtfully assembled • 🪞 Soft, cozy interior: Perfect backdrop for pastel-toned sweets • 🧭 Trendy location: Combine with a walk along Gyeongui Line Forest Park Final Thoughts Rafre Fruit is a love letter to Korea’s seasonal produce—offering sweets that taste as beautiful as they look. If you’re in Seoul during strawberry, mango, or muscat season, this is a must-stop for a fresh, joyful dessert experience wrapped in airy charm.