A sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel with homemade cakes and coffee at Wilde Matilde is the perfect break between Alexanderplatz and Museum Island for city trippers, families and coffee lovers. In the in‑house patisserie and café, classic German tortes meet grandma’s apple cake, creamy coffee specialities and postcard views of the TV Tower and Berlin Cathedral.

Homemade tortes like in a classic Berlin café

Your sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel begins at Wilde Matilde’s own patisserie, where traditional recipes are turned into colourful cake creations. Here you find iconic tortes such as Schwarzwälder Kirsch with layers of chocolate sponge, cherries and cream, the rich Austrian‑style Sacher Torte and elegant Frankfurter Kranz with buttercream and caramelised nuts. Next to these classics, vegan and modern options like fruity mango‑raspberry cake or cheesecake variations ensure that every guest discovers a new favourite slice.

Grandma’s apple cake and other nostalgic favourites

No sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel would be complete without a warm, comforting piece of grandma’s apple cake. At Wilde Matilde, the patisserie bakes this nostalgic highlight with juicy apples, cinnamon and a tender base that tastes like a visit to an old family café. Alongside it, you can pick from carrot cake, Gugelhupf, brownies, cupcakes, petit fours, macarons and colourful meringues that turn the cake display into a mini dessert theatre. Children and adults alike enjoy pointing out which treat they want to try next.

Coffee specialities with a sparkling twist

To match the homemade cakes, your sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel includes a full coffee‑house menu. Guests can order classic Café Crema, espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato, milk coffee or chai latte, prepared barista‑style. Wilde Matilde is also known for its playful “Kliiitzer‑Cappuccino”, topped with a dusting of edible glitter that makes the cup almost too pretty to drink. Tea fans choose from several loose‑leaf varieties, while those in a celebratory mood can add a glass of Crémant to their afternoon moment.

Afternoon Tea etagères for two or more

For a slightly more luxurious sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel, Wilde Matilde offers afternoon tea etagères loaded with petit fours, mini tortes, macarons, cake pops and seasonal fruit. These multi‑tier stands make a striking centrepiece on the table and are ideal for dates, girls’ afternoons or small celebrations. Paired with a pot of tea, coffee or sparkling wine, the etagères turn a simple coffee break into a small event in the heart of Berlin.

Views of TV Tower, Cathedral and Palace

One of the reasons this sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel feels so special is the location. From the café and the summer terrace, guests enjoy views of the Fernsehturm, the Neptunbrunnen, the Berlin Cathedral and the rebuilt City Palace with the Humboldt Forum. While you savour your Schwarzwälder or Sacher slice, you can watch people strolling through the historic quarter and take photos that combine cake art with some of Berlin’s most famous landmarks in the background.

Cozy 1920s ambience for coffee & cake

Inside, Wilde Matilde’s café area is styled like an Altberliner coffee house with 1920s flair: rococo chairs, chandeliers, pastel walls and playful decorations echo the stories of Matilde’s adventurous life as a confectioner and showgirl. This cozy setting makes your sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel feel both nostalgic and theatrical. Whether you drop in alone with a book, meet colleagues for a mid‑day break or bring the whole family, the atmosphere encourages you to slow down and enjoy every bite.

Perfect stop for families and city trippers

Thanks to its central position near Alexanderplatz, this sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel fits naturally into any sightseeing plan. Families can visit the TV Tower or Museum Island in the morning, then reward themselves with ice cream sundaes, hot chocolate and cake in the early afternoon. Couples exploring Berlin’s old town can pause here between photo walks, while groups of friends use the café as their meeting point before an evening dinner show or cocktail session at the carousel bar.

Birthdays and small celebrations with cake

Wilde Matilde’s patisserie also makes the sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel a great option for birthdays or mini celebrations. You can reserve tables for coffee and cake, order special etagères or even commission bespoke birthday and wedding cakes from the in‑house bakers. With everything handmade on site, each celebration feels personal and unique, from the first candle lit on a Frankfurter Kranz to the last crumbs of apple cake on the plate.

Whether you are a tourist searching for the best coffee and cake in Berlin’s old town, a local planning a relaxed afternoon with friends or a family looking for a sweet break, a sweet afternoon escape in Nikolaiviertel at Wilde Matilde offers everything: homemade tortes, grandma’s favourites, playful coffee creations and unforgettable views of Berlin’s historic skyline.

check out our other venues right under Fernsehturm in Alexanderplatz: Lieschen Mueller and Knutschfleck Berlin.