Susanghan Bagel 수상한베이글

Behind an alley entrance between Sangsu Station and Hongdae, a European-style garden with a fountain and terrace opens up before the large cafe where the bagels are baked. The range is wide and the names are playful, so picking takes a while at the counter. The cheongyang mayo bagel has a gentle chile kick, and the jambon bagel is stuffed thick with ham and cheese, enough for a meal with an americano. Chewy, with a strong wheat flavor, the dough holds its texture even when warmed briefly in a microwave the next day, and the neat packaging makes a box easy to give as a gift. Upstairs, the second floor is quiet enough for long conversations.