Bonobo Cafe

15 Wausan-ro 29ma-gil, 서교동 Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
+82 70-4202-0649
$$$ Cafe
(29 Reviews)
Price Range ₩10,000–20,000

If you're on the lookout for a delightful café experience that combines creativity with a cozy atmosphere, look no further than Bonobo Cafe, nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Mapo-gu, Seoul. This charming café offers more than just your typical coffee fix; it invites you to indulge in a unique crafting experience while sipping on delicious drinks.

At Bonobo Cafe, the ambiance is as inviting as the menu. Upon entering, you'll be surrounded by a playful and cute environment that instantly lifts your spirits. The decor is carefully curated to inspire creativity, making it the perfect backdrop for you to enjoy a fun day out with friends or family. The café’s vibrancy shines through in the cheerful colors and artistic touches that adorn every corner.

The real magic at Bonobo lacks in standard fare; instead, they specialize in a hands-on experience where you can create your very own phone cases, slime, or even terrariums. The standout feature here is undoubtedly the customization of phone cases—imagine spending an afternoon selecting from a plethora of charming charms and delightful paints! Customers rave about the process, including Orign Vii, who enthusiastically shared, “You come enjoy a creative and cute environment and nice drinks while crafting your own phone case with as many cute ingredients as you can!!”

Each crafting session is thoughtfully supported by the owner, who ensures that your creative journey is seamless. Chanelle Bonnici commended the personal touch, noting that the owner was not only sweet but also provided helpful information in English, making the crafting process even more enjoyable for international visitors. The pricing is also very reasonable, with phone case decorations starting around 12,000 won, which includes a pop socket!

As you dive into crafting, you can sip on an assortment of delightful drinks available at the café—perfectly complementing your artistic endeavor. Customer Madison Peck highlighted the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff, saying, “Literally the cutest place ever,” which speaks volumes about the care and attention to detail in their service.

Bonobo Cafe is not just about crafting; it’s a community experience where every visit feels special. You can glimpse this camaraderie in reviews like Cloud’s, who was impressed by the helpfulness during an exchange process. The essence of Bonobo shines through in the shared laughter and creativity, making it a true gem just outside the heart of Seoul.

For those looking for a unique adventure that blends relaxation with creativity, Bonobo Cafe offers an unforgettable experience that you simply cannot miss. Whether you're a local or a traveler, prepare to leave with not only a personalized phone case but also cherished memories of a magical café experience.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Coffee
Dining options
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

29 Reviews
Orign Vii

29 Sep 2025

This is an amazing place to have a very unique and nice experience with your friends or family. You come enjoy creative and cute environment and nice drinks while crafting your own phone case with as many cute ingredients as you can!!

Chanelle Bonnici

27 Sep 2025

Cutest little shop for making phone cases, slime, or terrariums. The owner was very sweet and took her time to help us and also provided an info sheet in English for us. We decorated phone cases with several charms and paint colors which came to around 12,000 won per case including a pop socket. We had a great time just working on our cases and could tell the other customers were also enjoying the vibe. We could take the phone case home immediately (helpfully packaged to avoid smudging while drying) and could use it in 2 days time. I've been using it for 2 weeks so far and have no issues, would highly recommend a stop here!

Madison Peck

16 Sep 2025

Literally the cutest place ever. Clean, nice employee, and tons of options.

Cloud

14 Aug 2025

Search for an iPhone case, thanks to social media, led us to this wonderful place where you can customise your own. As everywhere else in the city, they sell drinks at the premises. A gem just outside Seoul. I would like to add just how helpful they were when we needed an exchange, no questions asked.

M C

09 Aug 2025

Really liked the vibe here! We took our time decorating with so much choice of different charms and figurines.

Sabrina Lucci

15 Jul 2025

Such a sweet little place: ideal for an original souvenir/gift from Seoul. My daughter found this place on another platform and we came here wondering what to expect. You have a zillion little figures to choose from to customise your phone cover while enjoying a really nice coffee. The cost for the phone is around £15 ( 23000KWon). About access to the place it’s on a first floor and we took the stairs. Not sure if they have a ramp or a lift.

Nin Roberts

12 Jul 2025

Saw this on social media and was happy to see how close it is to the main strip in Hongdae. It’s such a fun place to chill out and decorate your own phone case with so many 3D objects and different coloured jelly glue. Really cheap too and they help fast dry the case for you in 10 minutes but recommend you not use it in the first 3 days.

Kumbin Finch

21 Jun 2025

This is a very welcoming place with a really kind owner who can help you customize your phone in a unique way. The cafe has a good selection of teas and coffees and nice music. If you are in the Hongdae Ipku area, you should definitely visit.

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