[Seoul/Sillim] 'Matisse Coffee', a Hotspot for Specialty Coffee and Basque Cheesecake (Recommended Cafe near Sillim Station)

I visited Sillim-dong for weekend lunch.
I couldn't believe there was a cafe in the middle of an alley lined with bars.
‘A red neon sign is visible next to the 'Beer Street' sign.
Matisse Coffee. This is the way up to the second floor.

As I climbed the stairs and opened the door, the Golden Coffee Award plaque was the first thing to catch my eye.
“A place with delicious coffee”, “The Best Coffee”.
Two plaques are hanging side by side.

The walls are densely packed with SCAA certifications and various certificates.
CEO Shim Byeong-jun's coffee history came into view at a glance.
Certificates of commendation and magazine interview articles were on display by the window.

A roasting machine is located next to the counter.
This is a place that uses directly roasted coffee beans.

The interior has seats separated by wooden partitions.
It is a structure where they do not make eye contact with each other.
The walls preserved the unique texture characteristic of old buildings.
If you pass the hallway where coffee bean sacks are stacked, there are more seats further inside.
It is a good atmosphere for working or reading.

Usage instructions are posted on each table.
One drink per person is mandatory, and the basic usage time is 2 hours.
It is a notice asking people to refrain from using the facility for extended periods when it is full or on weekends and holidays.

I opened the menu.
Hand-drip coffee is the main focus.
We handle coffee beans from various origins, including Colombian Geisha, Kenya, and Brazil's Vinhal.
You can purchase coffee beans and also sell cold brew concentrate.

There are also espresso variation menus.
Americano 6,000 won, Cafe Latte 6,500 won.
The parfait and shaved ice menus also stood out.

This place is also famous for its Basque cheesecake.
There are three types: original, matcha, and chocolate.
There were also Dubai chewy cookies, but they were already sold out that day.
It was written that Valrhona chocolate is used in Pistachio 100%.

Kenya AB Kiambu Githunguri ST Farm (Hot) 8,500 won,
Brazil Vinhal WL56 Red Grape 3xFermented Honey (Ice) 7,500 won,
I ordered the original Basque cheesecake for 8,500 won.

The coffee came out.
Hot coffee is served in a floral teacup, and iced coffee in a glass.

I drank Kenya Kiambu first.
A citrus scent like grapefruit comes up first.
The acidity spreads pleasantly, and the body is light.
There was no astringent taste like grapefruit.
It is a clean-tasting coffee.

I drank the Brazilian Vinhal grapes with ice.
True to its name, it has a subtle grape scent.
Acidity is felt along with sweet flavor.
This one also has a light feel to it.
The world of coffee is still difficult.

The Basque cheesecake came out.
The top surface is deeply caramelized, and the cross-section is dark in color.
I took a bite.
The density of the cheese is definitely higher than in other places.
It is rich but not too sweet.
It has a sweet taste that goes well with coffee.

It is a good place to visit when you want to spend some time quietly drinking a cup of coffee.
If you are looking for good coffee near Sillim Station, it is worth keeping in mind.