Soko
Soko is an independent Seoul cocktail bar with World’s 50 Best Asia rankings in 2023, 2024, and 2025, plus a craft-cocktail focus.
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- Address
- South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, íë¨ëë¡ 20길47 ì§í
- Phone
- +8227964486
- Website
- instagram.com
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Asia’s Best Bars #46 to #54
Asia’s Best Bars placed Soko at #46 in 2023, #51 in 2024, and #54 in 2025. That sustained recognition makes it a useful pick when credentials matter more than a broad venue brief.
Craft cocktails in Yongsan District
Craft cocktails lead at this independent Yongsan District bar, which runs upscale casual with smart casual dress. Conversational noise suits plans built around talking over drinks.
Peers Worth Knowing
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soko | Cocktail Bar | $$$$ | 한남동 |
| Charles H. | Cocktail Bar | $$$$ | Jongno-gu |
| Dresden Green | Contemporary Fine Dining | $$$$ | 압구정동 |
| Joo Ok Restaurant | Contemporary Korean Fine Dining | $$$$ | Sajik-dong |
| Joo Ok (주옥) | Modern Korean Royal Court Cuisine | $$$$ | Jung-gu |
| ê³ ì¬ë¦¬ ìµì¤íë ì¤ ì ë¹ | Modern French Fine Dining | $$$$ | 보문동 |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tatler Listed in Best Bars Asia-Pacific
Tatler
Top 500 Bars Best Bars #498
Top 500 Bars
World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #54
World's 50 Best
World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #51
World's 50 Best
World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #46
World's 50 Best
At a Glance
- Sophisticated
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Modern
- Date Night
- Casual Hangout
- Design Destination
- Craft Cocktails
Cozy underground spot with wooden furnishings, carvings, long backlit bar, and stylish, detail-oriented atmosphere.