- Cuisine
- Bar (술집)
- Address
- Seoul Jongno-gu Saemunan-ro 97
Charles H. operates as a speakeasy bar accessible through a concealed marble door in the basement of the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. It earned global recognition by ranking 42nd on the World's 50 Best Bars and 7th on Asia's 50 Best Bars in 2021. The interior features Eastern and Western aesthetics under low lighting. For guests not staying at the hotel, a cover charge of 10,000 won applies. This fee covers a welcome drink, an amuse-bouche, and unlimited servings of hand-cut potato chips and pecans. Cocktails are priced at 32,000 won, while non-alcoholic options cost 29,000 won. Bartenders provide recommendations based on individual taste preferences. While the bar counter offers a view of the preparation process, the table area supports quiet conversation. Located at 97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, the entrance is a five-minute walk from Gwanghwamun Station. A smart-casual dress code is required for entry. Signature menus rotate seasonally and often incorporate local Korean ingredients. This establishment is used for hosting international guests or marking special occasions in a refined setting.
Quick read
- Why go
- Moderate price range
- Best for
- Solo dining. Groups. Dates
- Plan before you go
- 586 Google Maps reviews make this a useful shortlist pick.
Dataset context
How this listing compares
- Within this cuisine
- #7 of 62 by the published comparison signal
- Bar
- Within this area
- #76 of 259 by the published comparison signal
- Jongno
- Review depth
- 2.9× 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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