Wangsimni café for matcha basque cheesecake and lemon iced tea: Eojil

In short

Eojil In Wangsimni Station Branch is a two-floor café and dessert shop on Majo-ro 9-gil near Wangsimni Station in Seongdong, Seoul. On a second visit, the writer tried the dense matcha basque cheesecake, a refreshing lemon iced tea and a warm decaf latte, with the tangy tea cutting nicely through the richness. If only one café could be picked for a short weekend break, this was it.

Full view of Eojil In's store spanning 1st and 2nd floors

Good to know

Hours
09:00 – 22:30
Location
1F & 2F, 18 Majo-ro 9-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Parking
Nearby public parking lot
Layout
Spacious store spanning 1st and 2nd floors
Menu tried this visit
Matcha basque cheesecake, lemon iced tea, warm decaf café latte

as written by the visitor on Sep 8, 2026

Today I want to introduce a Wangsimni café and dessert spot I genuinely adore — Eojil In. This was already my second visit, which tells you how much I love this place. The area around Wangsimni Station is super convenient transit-wise and has plenty to do nearby, so I end up meeting people there a lot.

Eojil In's location and hours

  • Hours: 09:00 – 22:30
  • Address: 1F & 2F, 18 Majo-ro 9-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  • Parking: Nearby public parking lot

What's the vibe like at this Wangsimni dessert café?

Exterior of Eojil In, a café near Wangsimni Station
Entrance of Eojil In Wangsimni Station Branch

This is one of those places that nails both atmosphere and taste, so I'm satisfied every single time I go. Eojil In has been rising as a new favorite in the Wangsimni café and dessert scene, and once you visit in person, you immediately get why everyone's drawn here.

Full view of Eojil In's store spanning 1st and 2nd floors

It's super accessible right by the station, and the store spreads spaciously across two floors, so it's perfect for spending time comfortably. My in-laws offered to watch the baby over the weekend, so I snuck out for a little while. With only enough time for one stop, Eojil In was the first place that came to mind, so I headed straight there.

Interior of Eojil In with clean, upscale design

The interior overall is clean yet upscale, so I'd really recommend it as a date spot too. Last time I tried the baked goods here, and honestly every single one was delicious — you really can't go wrong picking whatever suits your taste.

Dessert display area at Eojil In
Seating and tables at Eojil In café

It works great for a quiet meal with family, and it's just as good for chatting comfortably with friends.

Tidy, well-arranged interior of Eojil In
Second floor atmosphere at Eojil In

Thanks to the tidy, well-arranged atmosphere, my mood lifts the moment I walk in.

Interior detail inside Eojil In café
View of seating area at Eojil In

Above all, the staff are so friendly that I always walk away with good energy after every visit.

Ordered menu items set on a table at Eojil In

After spending time in a place with such good vibes, enjoying great food, all my everyday fatigue just melted away.

How did the matcha basque cheesecake and drinks taste?

Table setting of matcha basque cheesecake and drinks at Eojil In

What I tried this visit exceeded my expectations. First, I had the matcha basque cheesecake, and the dense, fudgy texture was outstanding. Rich matcha aroma fills your mouth, and the balance of sweet and slightly bitter notes kept me reaching for another bite. Even people who don't usually go for dessert would enjoy this clean, well-balanced sweetness.

A dense, fudgy slice of matcha basque cheesecake

Eojil In is known for its meal menu too, but the dessert and drink lineup is so solid that it holds up perfectly well as a straight-up café. You can sense fresh ingredients throughout the menu, which made me trust the place even more.

A glass of lemon iced tea at Eojil In

The lemon iced tea I paired it with was so refreshing — it cleaned up my palate perfectly right when it could've started feeling heavy. Every drink felt made with real care, so I felt genuinely looked after the whole time I was drinking it.

A warm decaf café latte

The warm decaf café latte was just as satisfying, with soft milk foam and a nutty coffee aroma coming together nicely. I always check whether a café has a decaf option when I'm ordering a latte, so having such a delicious decaf here was genuinely great. The clean presentation also made everything photogenic, so I kept picking up my camera without even meaning to. If you're looking for a place in Wangsimni with a great atmosphere and great food, definitely stop by.

Would I go back?

This was my second visit, and I'm already looking forward to trying yet another menu item next time. The area around Wangsimni Station also has big-box marts and other amenities nearby, so it's a nice spot to wander around a bit after eating. If you ever find yourself in Wangsimni, don't overthink it — go spend some comfortable, delicious time at Eojil In.

Where it is

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18 Majo-ro 9-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea (1F & 2F)서울특별시 성동구 마조로9길 18 1, 2층 어질 인

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