When discussing Mocha buns, most Southeast Asian people would associate them with Roti Boy. However, the ones sold here at Standard Bun in Yongsan are totally different, on a whole other level.
The cafe is located within the Yongsan neighbourhood, one of the areas we’ve come to love recently. Most foreigners won’t visit this part of Seoul, but it has many hip cafes and restaurants. We’ve visited quite a substantial number of cafes here over the past year and will share more. Do keep a look out!
Mocha Bun Cafe in Seoul
Standard Bun is located near the main road, right opposite HYBE Entertainment.
The cafe’s interior is black and white but huge enough to feel airy and not too constrictive. It also has alfresco seating with heaters installed, so you’ll feel warm during winter.
Inside are multiple tables and an attractive bread corner showcasing the bread. This is also where you’ll pick your choice of bakes.
Standard Bun Menu in Seoul
To the right of the entrance, you’ll find a variety of buns on display, ranging from savoury options like Garlic Bun (5,200won), Ham Cheese Bun (6,500won) and Truffle Bun (6,000won). There are more sweet options to choose from, such as Strawberry Bun (6,000won), Matcha Bun (5,800won) and Earl Grey Bun (5,800won).
They have a Signature Bun Menu, which includes items that aren’t displayed, such as a Deeping Choco Ice Cream Bun (14,500won) and Handmade Cream Bun (5,400won) with fillings like Almond Mocha, Deep Vanilla, and Butterscotch fresh cream.
Apart from the usual drinks you find at cafes, you can choose from beverages like a Malt Cream Latte (7,000won), Iced Hazelnut Coconut (6,500won), Crushed Banana Smoothie (9,500won) and Peach Iced Tea (7,000won).
Standard Bun Review Seoul
I opted for one of the Signature Menu items, the Standard Bun with Aged Maple Butter (6,800won). This item features the classic Mocha Bun with a serving of their aged maple butter.
Honestly, it’s quite difficult not to order this after seeing jars of butter soaked in maple syrup near the counter. The butter feels smoother and creamier than usual butters, with a nice aroma of maple syrup. Surprisingly, it wasn’t too sweet, but it was very well balanced out.
The Mocha Bun differs from the ones you would find at places like Rotiboy. It’s not as aromatic as the ones in Southeast Asia, which makes sense because the buns here tend to come with a topping of some sort.
I also opted for their Handmade Cream Bun (5,400won) filled with fresh cream. It comes in various flavours such as Butterscotch, Deep Vanilla, Almond Mocha and Mocha Java, but I chose the Pistachio. It’s freshly pumped at the counter, and the amount of cream in this is generous.
The pistachio fresh cream was nutty, smooth and creamy. It had everything one looks for in a cream bun. When paired with the slightly crispy exterior of the bun, it’s just a medley of textures and flavours.
My only savoury option was the Chives Bun (5,800won), topped with some cream cheese/sour cream and chives. In between the bun were two thick slices of butter, which was slightly too much for my liking. The sweet and savoury combination worked, but the only issue was the generosity of the butter. I love butter, but this was just too much.
While I would’ve loved to try one of their crushed beverages, I opted for an Iced Americano.
Cafe in Yongsan Seoul
If you’re thinking of exploring the Yongsan or Sinyongsan neighbourhood, here are some other places to check out:
- Teddy Beurre House: Croissant and Pastry Heaven
- Sam Sam Sam: American Inspired Restaurant
- Namdo Dwaejichon: Jeolla-do Style KBBQ in Seoul
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Standard Bun (스탠다드번)
서울 용산구 한강대로 37 106, 107, 108, 109호
37 Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Mon-Sun, 8am-11pm
Nearest Subway: Yongsan Station (Line 1), Exit 1
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*This was an independent review by MiddleClass
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