Situated north of the downtown cluster of Uijeongbu cafés (of which there are enough to caffeinate a modestly-sized writing group), and next to a beautiful park, is the Orange Elephant café.


When my friend and I visited, there were no other guests in the café. Our drinks came out promptly and the café staff were very accommodating, even though they mentioned that they did not have any available outlets to charge electronics. (So make sure you’re juiced before heading their way!) The sunlight filtered in the windows at just the right angle to warm the Saturday morning. There is a display of locally crafted goodies, from rings to notebooks.

A black espresso machine behind a counter in the corner of the café The two baristas working their magic behind the bar Sunlight coming in through the window, illuminating a table and chairs Some pretty pink flowers in a vase on the counter The park across the street from Orange Elephant Another view of the park across the street, where you can see bicycles and outdoor exercising equipment
If you’re planning on visiting, make sure to come Tuesday-Saturday, as they are closed on Sunday and Monday.
Follow them on Instagram: 5range.elephant
Address: 218-29, Uijeongbu-dong, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do 1F 경기도 의정부시 태평로155번길 36 1F