Schim:pause is one of those places you stumble upon as you race around the city running errands. In this neighbourhood café, owners Choi and Gaeun aim to catch your eye and invite you in for a moment of calm — a hidden retreat in Prenzlauer Berg. Pause, stop for a moment, and Schim, rest or take a break. Choi, who loves coffee, and Gaeun, who loves baking, moved to Berlin from Russia. Originally from Seoul, they decided to combine their passion for flavor and quiet moments at Schim:pause. Some key dishes we enjoyed were the Pistachio crème Brûlée, French toast, and the iconic Korean bulgogi sandwich paired with the iced strawberry matcha and the signature “Kaffee Schim”, an iced black sesame latte. A perfect balance between sweet and savoury. The menu is set to pair with the coffee selection, flavours that feel satisfying without overstimulating the palette, and entice guests to return for more. As we entered Schim:pause, we were greeted by a warm couple who explained everything there was to know about their menu and filter coffee selection. We left ready to take on the rest of the day. Schim:pause aims to leave guests feeling warm, nourished, and with the memory of subtle yet comforting flavors. They are currently developing seasonal menus and are open for events and collabs.
Text & Photos: Ruby Watt
Schim:pause, Dunckerstr.85, 10437 Berlin–Prenzlauer Berg; map
@schimpause.berlin
