The hub of Korea’s foreign population, Itaewon is one of the places to go when you want to party all night with expats. You’ll find everything from Jamaican Reggae to Irish pubs. Itaewon has what you want, now go get it!
Club Caliente
The patrons are so diverse, DJ Josh sometimes has a hard job appealing to everyone. But he keeps the dance floor going, playing a variety of standbys and new Latin music. The song selection is what keeps people coming back. Located near exit 4 of Itaewon Station subway line 6. Call (011) 9094 8484
King Club
Get ready to go back in time and go old school with King Club. You’ll think you’ve stepped back into another decade, not because of the music, but because of the machismo on the dance floor. Go hard or go home. Ladies bring a bodyguard. Located near Itaewon Station subway line 6 near hooker hill.
Nashville
Just down from the subway station before Hamilton Shirts you’ll find the staircase to Nashville. The rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to grab a burger, some fresh air, and a nice cold beer. Inside you’ll find pool tables and plenty of folks to chum around with.
Queen
House music blares and the tiny dance floor is always packed. Go to Queen especially if you want that up close and personal feeling as everyone is packed into the tiny bar. Go early for happy hour and to stake out a spot. Bring your gays or maybe let them bring you. Located near Itaewon Station subway line 6 near homo hill.
WolfHound
The Wolfhound has the Irish pub niche cornered in Itaewon. Go cop a squat and grab a Guinness. While you’re there be sure to grab a bite as the place has a killer menu.
Woodstock
Just across from the Dunk n’ Donuts you’ll find Woodstock. It’s a great space for live music, a little bit of pool or a quick game of darts. The mood is low key but the music is rock hard. Expats and Koreans alike hang at Woodstock.
Reggae Bar
Just down past Hamilton Shirts, Outback and Tom n Toms coffee on your left hand side is Reggae Pub. Go kick back and have a Red Stripe or some Ginger Beer. Try the grub its got a Jamaican flair you won’t find anywhere else in Korea.
Rocky Mountain Tavern
A down-to-earth place, the club was started by a couple of Canadians. With a spacious, wooden bar, the tavern is spread out on two floors. Find it in on Itaewon’s main drag across from the International Clinic. Located near exit 3 of Itaewon Station on subway line 6.
Naos Nova
A wine bar and restaurant with a design so stunning it was featured in several interior design magazines before its doors even opened to the public. Its location across from Namsan Park gives it a wonderful, cool atmosphere. Visit http://www.naosnova.com/ (448-120 Huam-dong Yongsan-gu, Seoul) or call (02) 754-2202.
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This medium-sized wine bar in the alley behind the Hamilton Hotel is one of Itaewon’s swankiest hangouts. The candlelight, tiled indoor pond and the designs on the door seem Moorish. Located at 19-25 Itaewon-dong store 22-ho. Call (02) 749-0717.
Kabinett
This swanky wine bar in Itaewon is the place to be to enjoy an evening glass of wine with friends or date. It’s relaxed and unpretentious with the right amount of urban chic ambiance.
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All great spots and some I haven’t checked out before. Thanks.
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Don’t forget Nana; a nice little bar with a warm atmosphere. Couches, palm trees, good deals on fruity soju cocktails to share with a group, and DJs playing some decent House music, Reggae, or sometimes live bands. There is space to dance and the bartenders get generous with the Tequila if you are having a good time.
Located just up a little alley across the street from Tom and Toms coffee.
As a lover of house music, I found this to be one of the only places I could be satisfied.