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Art Monster Ikseon-dong 아트몬스터 익선동점

아트몬스터 익선동점

4.2 668 reviews
Korea Eats comparison signal 8.7
Cuisine
Bar (술집)
District
Jongno · Seoul
Address
Seoul Jongno-gu Donhwamunro11da-gil 30

Art Monster Ikseon-dong is a craft beer bar in the hanok alley of Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is 400m from Jongno 3-ga Station. The bar carries beers that have won at international competitions, with a range spanning IPAs to fruit-flavored varieties. A self-tap system lets guests pour their own servings, enabling small pours of multiple styles for an exploratory tasting experience, and a sampler menu is also available. Signature brews like Neomsabyeok receive high satisfaction marks, with each beer offering a distinct character. Crispy fried chicken and wood-fired style pizza pair well with the beers, and a ricotta cheese salad rounds out the food options. The interior features stylish decor with neon lighting, creating a lively atmosphere that stands out against the traditional hanok neighborhood. The space is notably larger than most venues in the Ikseon-dong alley, accommodating groups comfortably. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the beer selection. The bar works well for a casual single pint or as a second-round destination after dinner nearby. Having built name recognition through craft beer festivals, it has earned a strong reputation among beer enthusiasts and is the first place to consider when looking for craft beer in Ikseon-dong.

Quick read

Why go
Moderate price range
Best for
Groups. Dates. Late-night visits
Plan before you go
668 Google Maps reviews make this a useful shortlist pick.

What to order

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How to enjoy it
Crispy fried chicken and wood-fired style pizza pair well with the beers, and a ricotta cheese salad rounds out the food options.

Dataset context

How this listing compares

Within this cuisine
#41 of 62 by the published comparison signal
Bar
Within this area
#165 of 259 by the published comparison signal
Jongno
Review depth
3.3× the cuisine median (median 204)

Analysis generated 2026-07-30 from 4,138 Korea Eats records. Ratings and review counts can change. This is not a personal review or quality guarantee. Check current details on the linked map.

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