We're Swooning Over The Handsome Butlers From This Elegant Teahouse In Seoul
Sometimes real life gets a leg up on fiction, and the craziest situations from our wildest dreams turn into reality. No idea what we're talking about? Look to Lucifel Cafe, the newest viral afternoon tea spot in Seoul, Korea.
We can totally see why many are obsessed with this elegant teahouse. Luxurious interiors and intricate high tea sets aside, it's fully staffed with dashing butlers that look like they waltzed right out of your favourite anime and manhwa series!
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Dressed to the nines in black suits, leather shoes, and styled hair, plus a dose of Korean oppa magic, these butlers are ready to serve up your food along with a side of top-grade princess treatment. Get ready to live out your chaebol heiress dreams as they greet you at the door, escort you to your seat, then spoil you silly with attentive service.
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To enjoy the experience firsthand, simply make a reservation for 10,000 KRW (~S$10) and order an afternoon tea set for 20,000 KRW (~S$20) per person. The butlers will wait on your table during the meal, providing a personalised experience for each guest.
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While customers generally have to avoid initiating physical contact with the handsome staff, the butlers will hold hands or even hand-feed some lucky cafe guests! Additionally, they will sing, dance, or pose for photos with you for an additional charge per request.
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Speaking of taking photos, the cafe's Victorian-era theme means you'll get the best possible backdrop for cute photos with the charming staff. Visitors can expect to find period-specific furnishings in the cafe, including antique-looking lamps, clocks, and candelabras placed about.
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Due to its overwhelming popularity, we recommend making a reservation before turning up at Lucifel Butler Cafe to avoid disappointment. You can make a booking online via Naver or Google.
Lucifel Butler Cafe
Address: 2nd Floor, 242-5 Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
Opening Hours: 2pm - 9.30pm, Friday to Wednesday | Closed on Thursday
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