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Fusion

Fully vegan fusion cafe that aims to offer a safe space for no rush comfortable meals. Serves salads, sandwiches, roasted eggplant with lentil rice, banana bread, cookies, and a selection of drinks. Open Tue-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm. Closed Mon.


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58 Reviews

First Review by SteveH

A_tourist

Points +662

Vegan
14 Dec 2025

Western food

The first time I went I thought the food was ok but not more, except for the lavender chai latte which was scrumptious.

The second time I had the pistachio gnocchis it was delicious, and the dessert was so rich and decadent!

The owner speaks perfect English.

Updated from previous review on 2025-12-14

jakoobi

Points +63

Vegan
30 Dec 2025

Wonderful!

Super great food, delicious desserts. ☺️

possumik

Points +150

Vegan
06 Dec 2025

Mid

The food is mid but it’s nice to have an option close to the lotte world. Staff (owner?) speaks very good English.

kctravels

Points +159

Vegan
29 Nov 2025

cute, welcoming and creative menu

Came here on a rainy day and sat by the window to journal. Sadly, I wasn't hungry, so I only ordered a drink: a lavender chai latte. It was soo good. 🥰 Next time, I would definitely try the hot chocolate with mini marshmallows and one of the desserts! I really liked the calm and relaxed vibes of Rooted.

Updated from previous review on 2025-11-29

Pros: kind and friendly owner, nice, chill vibes, great price, all vegan

shaishai

Points +26

Vegan
15 Oct 2025

delicious!

food was tasty and service was quick and lovely

vanJERMAN

Points +38

Vegan
18 Sep 2025

EXTRA GOOD!

Had really good vegan meal. Everything is vegan, which is in Seoul really rare 😁
They also speak english

Updated from previous review on 2025-09-18

Pros: Food, Low price, English speaking

MayaFlowers

Points +78

Vegan
18 Jul 2025

Amazing food!!

Wanted a place to eat before a concert. I ordered the Gnocchi, Focaccia, and Rosemary lemonade. It was so filling, refreshing and creamy!!

JosephineBell

Points +37

Vegetarian
11 Jun 2025

Must visit!

I'm still dreaming about that tomato *tuna*! Really such a sweet place, great menu and fresh, nourishing food and delicious drinks. Lots of real plants, whichto me make a place special. The owner spoke perfect English so I didn't have to embarrass myself with my trash Korean.

Pros: Fresh food, Delicious sauces, Sweet atmosphere

ShaunaND

Points +176

Vegan
25 May 2025

Just brilliant

The owner is lovely, the food and drinks are delicious (try the lavender chai), and the vibes are great.

Repekka

Points +399

Vegan
15 May 2025

Delicious find!!

Lovely owner and delicious food. Very western vibes. We got the gnocchi, potato salad and tomato tuna bowl. I really recommend trying the tomato tuna - i’m gonna try recreating it at home. My bf liked the gnocchi best, he thought it was cheesy and yummy😄for dessert we shared a slice of banana bread and a chocolate chip cookie, still warm from the oven!

Pros: Super fresh, Nice vibes, Innovative food

CascadianViking

Points +1361

Vegan
12 Apr 2025

Songpa Gu Represent

There isn't a lot of vegan food in the area, so this place is a plant eater's oasis. The owner is super nice and speaks English fluently. The food is reasonably priced and the place is cozy. I don't the food is superb but it's certainly quite nice. I'll definitely come back here.

Pros: Friendly, Cozy

HelenHaeryounGi

Points +5021

Vegan
10 Apr 2025

Cozy European Atmosphere & Simple menus

A few interesting menus. Only 5 mins walk from the subway station. The owner chef speaks very fluent English. I wish sourdough has much more sour flavor…

Itaih9

Points +175

Vegan
12 Sep 2024

Good atmosphere, ok pizza

The atmosphere is great, but I didn't love the pizza

ksegula

14 Feb 2025

That pizza is not from this restaurant, I think you should double check!

K_crush

Points +96

Vegan
04 Aug 2024

Delicious food and cute place

누룽지 (nurungji, crunchy burnt rice) hummus plater was so good 😋

Robyn4

Points +141

Vegan
27 Jun 2024

Wow! Big flavors, big portion

I had the baba ghanoush plate and it was soooooo good! The tofu cream was delicious and the whole thing had great garlic and spice flavors. Recommend!! I just wish this place was bigger...!

Updated from previous review on 2024-06-27

Pros: Generous portions, Strong flavors

Cons: Small interior

EmilyHundt

Points +105

Vegan
13 Jun 2024

Delicious!!!

I took my family here on our trip to Seoul. Big fan of the grilled cheese and apple crumble dessert. The owner was very friendly and spoke fluent/native English. Great experience!

Pros: Food/dessert, Helpful staff

Trambau

Points +3093

Vegetarian
16 Jan 2024

Greatttt

Dec 2023 update: the Jeju carrot dish was mind blowing!!

Small place but great food!

Updated from previous review on 2023-11-16

arielaromaticricebowl

Points +76

Vegan
30 Dec 2023

Absolutely Amazing!!

When we were there we had the pesto risotto with vegan shroom-scallop, the excuse me… Jeju carrot? and an apple crumble parfait and everything was exceptional!! The chef of the restaurant was so kind and sweet, the decoration was very cosy and I highly recommend!! Their menu changes weekly, you can find their current menu on their Instagram @rootedseoul They’re open Tuesday through to Saturday, if you have the chance, definitely check it out!

Updated from previous review on 2023-12-30

Pros: Fantastic food, Lovely chef , Creative dishes

byJace

Points +751

Vegan
02 Dec 2023

Flavorful beautiful dishes

Rooted is such a gem. The owner/chef, Ye, uses such fresh flavors and herbs. The quality of the food is wonderful, with ingredients sourced seasonally. You really cant go wrong with anything on the menu- even w the desserts (the banana pudding is delicious)!

Pros: Fresh and seasonal

Krenmurray

Points +95

Vegetarian
28 Oct 2023

Lunch at Rooted

After Lotte World Tower we decided to get lunch at Rooted.
It is a nice and small restaurant. The owner speaks english fluently and the menu is also available in english.
The food tasted really good, we had the grilled cheese sandwich, the hummus platter and the potato salad.

Pros: Tasty food, English speaking owner/english menu, Cute place

Cons: Limited seating options

evanshiels8

Points +18

Vegan
20 Oct 2023

Best vegan food I've had in Seoul!

Had the Hummus platter and my partner had the Grilled Cheese, nicest vegan Grilled Cheese sandwich I've ever had! Dessert was lovely too, my partner had Banana Bread and Banana Ice cream and I had a Peach Parfait with Ice Cream and Banana Bread also, washed down with an iced soya latte. Cannot recommend this place enough, lovely cost atmosphere within walking distance of the Lotte World Mall and Tower, well worth the trip!

frazzlep

Points +40

Vegetarian
21 Sep 2023

My favourite place!

I’ve been to rooted a few times and it’s always great. The food is interesting and delicious and the owner is super friendly and speaks native English, love the new hummus platter.

Antheodora

Points +136

Vegan
16 Sep 2023

Phenomenal

Great food, lovely owner, I will definitely come back!

herrwalnuss

Points +54

Vegan
08 Sep 2023

Tasty, friendly and feel good food

I had a very nice experience at rooted. The focaccia was great and the dessert (peach crumble parfait) was awesome.

Will definitely come back :)

Pros: Main course, Desserts , Atmosphere

dorisn

Points +57

Vegetarian
07 Sep 2023

Lovely spot with a menu that’s hard to chose from

What a hard choice: the menu looked and sounded just very appealing. I chose a Green curry that was delicious and/but different to what I expected. Loved the atmosphere, very cosy and sweet and intimate: They cook in front of you.

Eliasvegano

Points +88

Vegan
28 Jun 2023

Good all vegan option

We went on Saturday for dinner, very innovative, the desert very good , by a trained chef who grew up in USA .

Pros: All vegan, Innovative , Very good service

Cons: Should have more options

josiepotatoe

Points +229

Vegan
30 May 2023

wonderful!!!

SO WONDERFUL! the owner was so nice. the food was beautiful and tasted amazing! the ice cream was INSANELY GOOD!!!




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