Bar in Seoul, South Korea
Ida
100Pearl PointsWine-led, low-commitment
About Ida
Ida is worth considering when wine credibility is the priority, with 2026 Star Wine List recognition giving it a stronger case than a typical casual bar. Treat it as a Jongno drinks stop first, not a guaranteed dinner destination, since verified cuisine, price, and seating details are thin.
Star Wine List recognition in 2026 is the clearest verified reason to put Ida on a Seoul shortlist. The available details support planning around its confirmed hours, smart casual dress code, and wine-related recognition, while leaving other specifics open.
Use Ida as a flexible Seoul stop rather than a venue to judge by unverified details. Cuisine type, menu specifics, price range, seating format, and service style are not listed here, so treat those as questions to confirm directly with the venue before building a full evening around them.
Choose it for wine recognition, not a guaranteed dinner plan
The recommendation is simple: go with the confirmed Star Wine List (2026) recognition in mind, then decide on any food ordering once you have current details from the venue. There is no verified cuisine style or named dish here to support treating the kitchen as the main event. If the night needs a dependable full meal, start with Our full Seoul restaurants guide and consider Ida as one possible stop in the wider plan.
For a date, the strongest verified case is practical: Ida has both afternoon and evening opening windows, and the dress code is smart casual. Confirm any details that matter to your plan before arriving. For a broader search, compare it with Our full Seoul bars guide, or consider other options such as The Edge, Ace 4 club, Gong-Gan, Tabacchi, and other venues.
How to use it on a second visit to Seoul
For someone who has been to Seoul before, the smarter move is to place Ida as one part of the day rather than crossing town solely for an unverified food program. The listed schedule is broad: Monday through Friday, 12–3 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday and Sunday, 12–10 PM. That makes it workable for an afternoon visit, an evening stop, or a weekend plan. If the group is larger, confirm seating and booking details with the venue's own channels.
Travel planning around Seoul is easier if Ida is one piece of the night rather than the entire itinerary. Pair it with restaurant research, then decide whether to keep the evening nearby or move elsewhere in the city. For wider trip planning, use Our full Seoul hotels guide, Our full Seoul wineries guide, and Our full Seoul experiences guide. If the search is simply for more options, compare the mood against The Edge, Ace 4 club, Gong Gan, Tabacchi, or other dining and drinking rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ida good for a date?
It can be, if the plan fits the verified details. Ida has Star Wine List (2026) recognition, smart casual dress code, and opening hours that cover afternoon and evening windows. For a more food-led date, confirm the current menu and dining format directly with the venue before booking.
Does Ida have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not verified here. The confirmed details are that Ida is in Seoul, follows a smart casual dress code, and opens Monday through Friday from 12–3 PM and 5–10 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 12–10 PM. If outdoor space is essential, confirm directly before you go.
Is the food good at Ida?
The verified information does not include a cuisine type, dish list, menu format, or food award. Ida's clearest confirmed recognition is Star Wine List (2026), so it is easier to assess from a wine-recognition standpoint than from a food-specific one. If food is the priority, confirm the current dining details before committing.
Is Ida open late?
Ida is open until 10 PM. Its verified hours are Monday through Friday, 12–3 PM and 5–10 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 12–10 PM. For a later visit than that, look for a venue with later confirmed hours.
Does Ida have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not verified here, so do not plan around discounts. Ida's confirmed details are its Seoul location, smart casual dress code, hours, and Star Wine List (2026) recognition. If promotions matter, check the venue's current channels before visiting.
Is Ida good for groups?
Group suitability is not verified here because seating format and capacity are not listed. Ida may still work for a group, but the safest move is to confirm booking, seating, and any minimum requirements directly with the venue. If the group wants a broader plan, The Edge or Ace 4 club may also be worth comparing.
What's the crowd like at Ida?
The crowd profile is not verified here. The confirmed signal is Star Wine List (2026) recognition, which makes Ida relevant for guests interested in wine, but it does not prove a specific atmosphere or crowd. Gong-Gan is another venue to compare if you are considering multiple options.
Location
153 Seosulla-gil, Gwonnong-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Compare Ida
| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Ida | Star Wine List (2026) |
| Gong Gan | |
| Gong-Gan | |
| Ace 4 club | |
| Tabacchi | |
| The Edge |
What to weigh when choosing between Ida and comparable nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Gong Gan, Notable alternative
- Gong-Gan, Notable alternative
- Ace 4 club, Notable alternative
- Tabacchi, Notable alternative
- The Edge, Notable alternative
How Ida compares in Seoul
Pick Ida if wine-list credibility is the deciding factor. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition gives it a clearer signal than Ace 4 club, Tabacchi, or The Edge when the plan is a focused drink rather than a louder bar stop.
Gong Gan and Gong-Gan are the closer cross-shops if the night needs another Seoul bar option with a similar search profile. Ida is the safer choice for wine-led ordering; choose the others when location, availability, or a different room feel matters more than a listed wine credential.
On value, there is no published price range here, so do not assume bargain territory. The practical move is to use Ida for one or two considered rounds, then compare spend and mood against Tabacchi or The Edge if the group wants to keep moving.
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