Vegan restaurant offering a variety of meals including salads, wraps, sandwiches, veggie burgers, lentil bowls, and pasta dinner. Serves craft beers, kombucha on tap, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices. Kitchen stops at 9pm. Reservations accepted, yet not same-day, Saturdays, or holidays. Est. 2013 originally as Alien's Day Out Bake Shop at Plant Studio at Itaewon-dong 63-15. Open Tue-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm. Reported that kitchen closes for a break during the day.
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2F, Itaewon-dong 130-43, Yongsan-gu, Itaewon, Seoul, South Korea, 140-201
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221 Reviews
First Review by Sophyarb
Mari4
Points +914
Family favorite - Edit
We had a lot of family vegans, vegatarians and carbivores eating together here and we all lived it.
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SarahTeufer
Points +88
Great Burgers and Wraps and very tasty drinks - Edit
Loved the ambiance of the restaurant, it felt very cozy. The staff speaks english and the food is soo tasty! We had the avocado burger and ceasar wrap, a coconut mango smoothie and the passion fruit kombucha drink. Everything was excellent! And the other plates they brought out looked very nice too. Unfortunately we discovered this gem on our last night in seoul, otherwise we would have come back to taste more options of the menu.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-27
Pros: Great atmosphere, very cozy, Large and versetaile menu, All vegan
Cons: Eingan ist leicht zu übersehen
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dannytt
Points +278
Place to go - Edit
The plant restaurant is a nice place with delicious western vegan dishes.
Read morePros: Great menu, Good size portions
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TheVeganKoalaBear9
Points +248
Plant never disappoints - Edit
Last time I visited was 5 years ago and I am glad my favorite bowl was still on the menu!
Read moreI love that now their cakes are not as sweet as it use to be. The lemon cake tho can have more layers and more lemon kick. But VERY happy with their menu!
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lea_v
Points +491
A Seoul Classic - Edit
Plant is the first vegan restaurant I visited when I arrived in Seoul, and it has never disappointed me ever since. I've tried almost everything on the menu and a variety of cakes - everything they offer is very tasty with a good combination of flavors. It's also a good place to bring non-vegan friends.
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gentletomato
Points +1053
Mediocre and heavy - Edit
I was a long term customer of PLANT (5 ) years so I wish I could still say I love and support them but the restaurant is not what it used to be.
Read moreEverything here feels really heavy, salty, and greasy. In the past the flavors and ingredients were balanced. The staff was much more warm and inviting. These days it feels like a completely different restaurant. Some staff members were really unfriendly.
I think its probably a great place to bring non-vegans. I feel like the menu really caters to them rather than vegans.
In the past I often ordered the Caesars salad, but its not longer available. Now it can only be ordered as a wrap filled with onion rings. Im not someone who only eats healthy and clean food, but it feels like theres not a single healthy and clean dish I can get here anymore. Loads of mayo aioli sauce, fried ingredients, huge bread rolls instead of multigrain slices. Even the coffee has declined in taste.
Also, the current chef seems breeds cats and was advertising that on Instagram as a sponsored ad.
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Rhea.L.M.
Points +1764
Scrumptious Oasis - Edit
I guess I must have been to Plant Itaewon 30 times by now, and it is the reliable choice for vegan soul food. The cakes are out of this world, and I celebrated my last bday with a full plant cake and a quadrant of friends. My fave entrees are the lentil bowl, and hummus salad, but on occasion enjoy the plant cheeseburger, cream pasta, oh and let's not forget the tofu caesar wrap. The atmosphere, the smoothies! Every meal has been super satisfying and everyone I brought here enjoyed.
Read morePros: Vegan soul food, Variety, Reliably scrumptious
Cons: Not cheap, Sometimes there is a line-up
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SincerelyAlice
Points +88
Lovely cafe with good food - Edit
We tried their Cheeseburger, a sandwich and three different cakes and we loved everything! I highly recommend this place if your tastebuds are yearning for something Western.
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varnabee
Points +15
Great food and large portions - Edit
Great food, large portions and nice location, not far from the subway.
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soojung
Points +121
Worth to visit!! - Edit
First of all, it’s pet friendly , so we were happy to be with our mini poodle :).
Read moreThis place has many options, and generous portions, so we surprised. So comparing to portions, it’s reasonable.
And I’d like to say better to go for “the best👍” menus. We had mushroom burger and soba noodle bowl with extras, and added hummus. Burger and hummus are good, and extras Tempeh was soso good!! but the soba noodle with peanut sauce was quiet sweet and the noodle was over cooked😞. So we barely had 1/3 portion.
Staffs and ppl were kind😄worth to visit
Updated from previous review on 2022-06-21
Pros: Lots of menus, Plant milk with coffee, Huge portions (reasonable price)
Cons: Overcooked noodle
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Teraika
Points +24
So many dishes - Edit
The food was delicious and we couldn’t decide which dish to try out since there were so many in vegan style. We can really recommend this to everybody!
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tesssss
Points +6288
the quintessential vegan restaurant in seoul - Edit
whether it’s a good thing or not, vegans and non vegans alike know this restaurant. i always say it’a hit or miss when you go there, and the portions are a bit small for the price in my opinion. but, they do have some tasty offerings. my go to is the soba bowl.
Read morethey have lots of different things on the menu and some of the best things i’ve had from there have been specials. the milkshake is the best i’ve ever had (and i don’t like milkshakes!) they do some seasonal or holiday things as well, like a thanksgiving plate or christmas cookies.
probably worth it to go at least once if you are in korea for a while.
Updated from previous review on 2022-06-02
Pros: lots of different cakes and other dishes
Cons: a bit expensive
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visoosa
Points +170
Delicious but a bit pricey🌱 - Edit
Very delicious food! Enjoyed the strawberry milkshake 🍓
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WillowKylar
Points +143
Tasty, Easy, Vegan - Edit
One of two branches of Plant in Seoul, I’ve visited both and prefer the vibes of this one but they’re both great!
Read moreHere I had the soba noodle salad, hummus and bread and a vanilla latte. All tasted amazing after struggling to find vegan food in Korean restaurants. Not authentic at all but a nice home comfort.
Be aware they have a break time from 2.30-5ish!
Updated from previous review on 2022-05-17
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OrLemonade
Points +39
Loved it - Edit
Went their with two meat eaters and everyone loved the food! Will definitely come back when in Seoul again.
Read morePros: All vegan, Nice staff, Tasty food
Cons: A little pricey
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MilicaStojanovic
Points +36
I don’t think I’ve ever tasted food this good! - Edit
The food tasted AMAZING! The staff speaks English and are very friendly! The place is also very nice and it’s affordable! Definitely check it out if you are in the area. It has a lot of nice and tasty options as well. THEY ALSO HAVE VEGAN CAKES!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Very friendly staff that speaks English, Affordable
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garanciels
Points +835
Good - Edit
It was my first time at Plant and with all the good reviews I excepted something sensational, and what I ordered was good (African peanut stew with mango smoothie) but not exceptional. The cafe in itself is really pretty and waiters are nice but I think the food is way overpriced. Given the price, I was waiting for something more (maybe I did not choose the best) but it still tastes really good and love all the vegan options 😊
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Gabi95
Points +221
Great taste - Edit
I ordered the delicious Phili cheesesteak twice but even though my friend ordered just a pasta it was so delicious. Everything was nice. Only problem is you might have to wait a long time
Read morePros: Lots of interesting options
Cons: Waiting time
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stephaniefroebel
Points +1102
I am being treated too good in this country - Edit
Dayuummmm! Plant Cafe just hits different in all the best ways. The environment is so beautiful and inviting with all of the plants (a rare thing beyond the cafe walls) and the DELICIOUS FOOD!!
Read moreI had a chocolate cake last night that was moist and fluffy and perfect. Today I came to visit for real and stayed for 6 hours taking classes, doing work, and eating such good food. I got the brownie, chai tea latte, African Stew (a new addition to the menu) and the Lentil and Bean Bowl.
The prices are relatively affordable with some more pricey dishes.
They also gave me some free oat milk to try 🥰
My friend calls this place her second home and it is well deserving of that title. I don’t want to leave!!
Everything was super flavorful and textures I never thought could be perfected. I WILL be coming again— there’s no doubt about that.
Pros: They have perfected their dishes and desserts , Beautiful and comfy environment , Friendly staff and WiFi!!
Cons: A more pricy restaurant for some items
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eunit51
Points +53
Just the best :) - Edit
Can't believe I never reviewed Plant- it is one of my all time favorites and I have been a loyal regular for years now. It has such a wide selection of food and everything I've ever tried from there has been so good. The classic plant cheeseburger is definitely one of my favorite burgers ever. The wraps, salads and sandwiches are super fresh, filling and full of flavor. Baked goods are also excellent! Don't know that I've ever had a pie or cake that I wasn't crying over. Just so good. Love the pound cakes, cookies and those macaroons! Also the space is so nice to be in! So much greenery, spacious, lots of windows and light. Also the owner is so awesome. Just so many things to love about this place.
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hjohansen
Points +2026
Amazing food - Edit
Even though it's been some years, I still remember the meal like it was yesterday. It was the burger and sparkling hibiscus ade of my life! If I ever go back to Seoul this would be the first restaurant I'd visit again!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Nice atmosphere, You gotta try the ade!
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KadiHarmon
Points +9896
A Seoul staple! - Edit
My first impression was that this was just a typical vegan place but it really is consistently good! I’ve tried almost the entire menu and have also gone with nonvegans who enjoyed it very much. They have great specials on the holidays and it’s nice.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-02
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SteveH
Points +20092
...hyped place in Itaewon - Edit
Plant is the ideal vegan cafe for those only seeking the generic American vegan cafe style. A varied menu and always have desserts. The rainbow tempeh wrap was my standard order here but it has been taken off menu. Too bad it always felt so fresh when eating. If new to Seoul then Plant is the reliable first stop... you will likely be back often if you want simple comfort food.
Read moreThe hype around this place is mainly built on the past when there were few other choices. Nowadays we are spoiled for choice in Seoul. The food here is just ok. The desserts so-so, really hit or miss. Service is a bit mechanical now.
It is a safe option, just that. They are open reliable hours and usually find something decent.
Updated from previous review on 2021-12-27
Pros: comfort food for western tastes
Cons: Crowded so normally have to wait
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NathaliaZimmermann
Points +394
Great place for burgers - Edit
The restaurant is nice and they have delicious burgers! If you are looking for American style food I recommend this place. The portions are big (I'm not complaining on the contrary). All the staff speaks English and it feels like not being in Korea anymore (well the restaurant is located in Itaewon ;))
Read moreWe were there a second time to try out their cakes (also delicious and recommended). It is a bit expensive compared to other restaurants but still worth it.
Pros: Good burgers, Nice staff and atmosphere
Cons: Expensive (compared to local food)
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EmmanuelBender
Points +73
Une honnête cuisine vegan - Edit
Un accueil sobre, de l’écoute. Une bonne cuisine avec des plats variés. Desserts nombreux.
Read morePros: Carte variée et étoffée
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meeelooong
Points +102
So happy to have found this! - Edit
It was fully booked, however so nice to be here! We had the chili cheese burger and a sandwich with pulled "meat", a raspberry something drink and a milkshake. Definitely returning for some cake!
Read moreThe staff was so nice and helpful and spoke very good English!
Pros: All vegan, no confusion
Cons: Fully booked on chuseok, how it must be on normal
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HALENOMAD
Points +2089
Favourite vegan place in Korea! - Edit
This place was like my second home when I stayed in Seoul, pretty much tried everything on the menu!
Read moreI never actually stopped in Itaewon but Plant is very close to the subway station so it was always easily accessible and not too far away.
The restaurant was constantly busy which says alot and I did have to wait a few times for a table.. Not too long though and always worth the wait!
This place has a great vibe, always buzzing and super friendly staff!
The food is some of the best vegan food I've ever eaten anywhere in the world! Good mix of western and Asian foods. The cakes are to die for and they have great coffee as well.
I can't fault this place at all and since leaving Korea I believe they have opened another branch in Hongdae. Shame I didn't get chance to see it as I actually stayed there for a few weeks.
Hopefully I will return to Plant and Korea one day in the future!
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