I think I heard of Tartine during my first week in Korea. I saw a sign in Itaewon, maybe? Anyway, it wasn't until about 6 or 7 months living here that I actually decided to try it. The first time I visited Tartine, it was a Saturday night and it was insanely packed. Had to wait for a while and then eat out in the street. Thankfully it was a nice night, not too cold and not too hot and we didn't mind being outside. I loved my pie so I knew I had to go back .
For my friend Mary's farewell, I went with Tracie, Meg, Mischa and Gill to Itaewon for some lunch. After that we decided we needed something sweet and headed to Tartine for some yummy pie.
I find Tartine's pies to be a little bit on the pricey side (7,700 KRW for my Chocolate creme pie). Not outrageously expensive but still a tad more than I would normally pay for dessert. If I had wanted my pie a-la-mode, it would have been 10,000KRW, which does sound like a lot but it's really nice to know that you have the option.
Tartine also offers brunch from Tuesday through Sunday from 9am to 3pm and I am looking forward to trying it. They also offer cookies and brownies and other baked goods, as well as coffee and drinks.
I ordered the Chocolate Cream Pie and it was soft and delicious.
Mary had the Crack pie, and if Crack is anything like this, I would like some, please. She let me have a bite and it was amazing.
Meg had a paradise something something. I really can't remember the name.
and last but not least, Tracie had a Cherry pie! Yumm!
We all enjoyed our pies very much, and I know I will be going back to Tartine for more of that crack pie. Mmmm. Crack pie.
More Information:
Website: www.tartine.co.kr
SeoulEats: http://www.seouleats.com/2011/03/the-story-of-tartine-pie-shop/
Directions: Itaewon Station, Line 6, Exit #1. Walk straight, turn right on the second alley. Handy map HERE
Phone: 02-3785-3400
Hours: Open 365 days a year, 10:00AM to 10:30PM
Pricing: 6,6000 – 7,700 won for pies.
Foreigner Friendly
Thank you for reading
Love,
Zayda
I've seen this place several times from the alley, but had no idea it was so big inside....AND I love the 'crack pie'...just the name, I haven't had the pie, but after your review I think I might have to visit them soon! Lovin' on your blog. :o)
ReplyDeleteTrish
Yes!Tartine is very tiny but they got famous, I guess, and opened the Tartine Too and that one is huge! You definitely need to visit, it's yummy! Thank you so much for your words, quite an honor coming from you!
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