01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
With its fragrant, caramelised top, the Basque-style cheesecake is the signature treat at Cafe A bientot, prepared to be both gluten-free and low in carbohydrates. Restrained in sweetness, it retains a soft, creamy centre that lets the rich depth of the cheese shine through. Alongside the classic version, the café bakes a matcha Basque-style cheesecake with a pleasant bittersweet balance, as well as a rich brownie, offering a satisfying dessert pause that keeps wellness in mind.
The sweets pair naturally with the café's carefully selected specialty coffees. The lineup features an original house blend prized for its pleasant aftertaste, alongside rotating single-origin beans from origins such as Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea, whose crisp, fruity clarity cuts cleanly through the richness of the cheese. With siphon brews, café lattes, and refreshing Italian sodas also available, there is plenty of choice to suit the day's mood.
At midday, the kitchen serves meals that highlight the natural qualities of their ingredients. Prepared with reduced salt in mind without skimping on substance, options range from standard and cheese-topped hamburg steaks to salmon meunière and a comforting hot gratin. Ordering a set complete with salad and a choice of half-sized cake makes it easy to transition seamlessly from lunch to tea.
Arranged like a standalone house, the café spans the 1st and 2nd floors, with the 2nd floor furnished with comfortable sofas to settle into. Watching the streetcars glide past the windows makes for a peaceful backdrop, ideal for a quiet afternoon on your own.
