I love egg tarts, and I have eaten a lot of them. The best one I have had so far is not in Lisbon or Macau. It is in Seoul, at a tiny Portuguese bakery near Hyehwa Station called Nata de Nata.
Quick facts: Nata de Nata by Artisan Luis · Portuguese egg tarts (pastéis de nata) · Original ₩3,000 each · Light version also available · Near Hyehwa Station (Line 4), right next to Ogong Gimbap · Instagram @natadenata
Why this bakery is special
- Run by a Portuguese baker. Luis, the owner, appears to run the bakery himself. You can watch the team rolling pastry in the open kitchen.
- A TV-certified “master”. The bakery was featured on SBS “Master of Living” (생활의 달인), a long-running Korean TV show that finds the best craftspeople in the country, and Luis was named its egg tart master.
- Classically trained. A Le Cordon Bleu boulangerie diploma hangs on the wall.
- Portugal in a small room. Blue azulejo tiles, Barcelos roosters and posters of Lisbon and the Algarve.
What to order
| Item | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Original nata | Classic Portuguese egg tart: flaky, crunchy pastry and a rich custard with caramelized spots | ₩3,000 |
| Light nata | A lighter version for people who want something less rich | Check the counter |
| Pastel de Tentúgal | A different Portuguese pastry with thin, crispy layers | Check the counter |
| Coffee | Espresso drinks to go with your tart | From about ₩2,800 |
Tank’s take: I went for the original. It was the best egg tart I have ever eaten, and I’m going to come back often. Add a shake of cinnamon or powdered sugar from the free topping station if you like.
How to visit
- Where: near Hyehwa Station (Line 4), in the Daehak-ro area, right next to Ogong Gimbap. Search Naver Map · Google Maps or “Nata de Nata” in Naver Map.
- Best plan: a cheap gimbap and ramyeon lunch at Ogong Gimbap, then egg tarts next door for dessert.
- Takeaway: tarts come in a paper bag or gift box, so they make a nice snack for a Daehak-ro show or a walk in Naksan Park.
FAQ
Where can I find Portuguese egg tarts in Seoul?
Nata de Nata near Hyehwa Station is one of the best. It is run by a Portuguese baker who was featured as an egg tart master on SBS “Master of Living”.
How much is an egg tart at Nata de Nata?
The original egg tart was ₩3,000 when I visited in October 2026.
More of my favorite spots: Tank’s Local Favorites in Seoul.
