ARMYs and KPop fans all over the world went through a roller coaster of emotions earlier this month due to the announcement that BTS would be on “hiatus” for the members to pursue their solo careers. If you’re a massive fan of the global KPop sensation, then you’re probably looking for new things to look forward to while waiting for their future projects together.
Why not gather your fellow ARMY friends and visit the many BTS-themed cafes and restaurants around Metro Manila? With these cool food spots, you can be surrounded by all things BTS and enjoy great food and drinks!
Here are 6 BTS-inspired food destinations you can check out around the Metro:
Samgee Army
Samgee Army is a must-visit restaurant if you love BTSÂ and unlimited samgyupsal. It’s a Korean BBQ restaurant that’s also BTS-inspired. While enjoying their delicious samgyupsal and ala carte Korean dishes, customers can also enjoy watching BTS videos non-stop, taking photos with the BTS-inspired interiors, and even getting selfies with the life-sized BTS standees!
Honestly, even if you weren’t an ARMY, you would still enjoy their affordable yet delicious Korean BBQÂ and their flavorful ala carte dishes.
Visit Samgee Army at 61 Lopez Jaena Street, Tañong, Marikina.
Follow Samgee Army on social media:
Facebook.com/samgeearmy
Instagram.com/samgeearmy
Purple 7 Cafe
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Purple 7 Cafe is one of the go-to BTS-inspired cafes by most ARMYs. They’ve got tastefully designed interiors that are so picturesque; there are so many IG-worthy corners! The cafe has such a chic and sophisticated vibe that anyone who loves beautiful interiors would want to visit Purple 7 Cafe, too.
For the food, they offer a wide array of drinks, sweet and savory baked goods, and pasta for those who want a heavy snack.
Visit Purple 7 Cafe at 37 Tomas Morato Ave., Quezon City.
Follow Purple 7 Cafe on social media:
Facebook.com/purple7cafe
Instagram.com/purple7cafeph
Idol Cafe
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Stepping into Idol Cafe will make you feel like stepping into an actual KPOP music video. With the neon purple lights, wall of mirrors, the massive TV, and the bright marquee letters, it definitely looks like a styled set. After taking photos in every corner of this cafe, you can also take selfies with the many BTS standees.
You’ll also surely enjoy their massive food menu which includes hearty rice meals, various comfort food, cocktails, coffee, and even BTS-themed cakes and desserts!
Visit Idol Cafe at 41 Aurora Blvd., Quezon City.
Follow Idol Cafe on social media:
Facebook.com/idolcafe.ph
Instagram.com/idolcafe.ph
Seoul 7 Cafe
Anyone who has a certified purple heart will definitely enjoy a visit to Seoul 7 Cafe where everything is purple—up to their dinnerware and even a few drinks! At this BTS-themed cafe, you’ll find lots of standees, BTS albums and merch on display, and pillows featuring the faces of your bias!
Seoul 7 Cafe serves various appetizers such as Korean corndog, fries, and chicken strips; as well as meals such as pasta and chicken wings. You also have to check out their drink menu which doesn’t just have coffee but also milkshakes, Korean soda pop, and kombucha.
Visit Seoul 7 Cafe at GMC Building, 602 F. Pasco Ave., Santolan, Pasig City.
Follow Seoul 7 Cafe on social media:
Facebook.com/seoul7cafe
Instagram.com/seoul7cafeph
Haruman Cafe
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Haruman Cafe may not be as ~purple~ as the other BTS-themed cafes, but you’ll instantly fall in love with its Korean-style interiors that deserve multiple spots on your IG feed. Haruman Cafe was inspired by the BTS song “Just One Day”. You’ll love the relaxing vibe of this cafe, especially with the massive glass windows, cute seating options, and vibrant accent colors.
Haruman Cafe serves adorable bento cakes, savory sandwiches, coffee-based drinks, and pastries.
Visit Haruman Cafe at 403 D.V. Laurilla Street, Makati City.
Follow Haruman Cafe on social media:
Facebook.com/harumancafe.ph
Instagram.com/harumancafe
Rkive Cafe
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Rkive Cafe is a homey and cozy Korean-style cafe inspired by BTS—specifically, the group’s leader, RM. “Rkive” was taken from RM’s Instagram handle: @rkive. The intimate cafe feels like a Korean apartment where you can enjoy great coffee, savory dishes, and the iconic bungeoppang.
They’ve got a letter-writing corner where ARMYs can write letters to their fellow BTS fans. Of course, there are also BTS standees around the cafe for your selfies.
Visit Rkive Cafe at 1719 Gen Lim Street, Makati City.
Follow Rkive Cafe on social media:
Facebook.com/rkivecafe
Instagram.com/rkivecafe
Which BTS-themed cafe are you visiting first? Think we missed a spot? Share it with us!
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