Zest

Seoul, South Korea

50Best Accolades
  • No.9 The World's 50 Best Bars 2024
  • No.5 Asia's 50 Best Bars 2023

A quartet of some of Seoul's best bartenders – Demie Kim, Sean Woo, Jisu Park and Noah Kwon – are the brains behind Bar Zest. Their zero-waste philosophy filters through the drinks programme and beyond: they make their own sodas, citrus stocks and spirits; upcycle leftover peels and vegetables; and source local ingredients in the event they do not make their ownm and even bar aprons are made from recyclable material.  Stylish, minimal designcreates the vibe of a modernist lab more than bustling cocktail joint, and a glowing back bar offers a stunning centrepiece, furnished like a museum display without the usual clutter of dozens of bottles. Zest is a game-changer that proves sustainability can also be sexy.

Key Information

Location

B1 26 KR 55 Dosan-daero 55-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 07326