Crema's Take
“This Palm Springs favorite has mastered the art of being both a quick caffeine stop and a lingering community gathering spot, where the owner's genuine warmth—greeting regulars by name—sets the tone for the whole experience. While their espresso leans toward darker roasts, the real stars are the fresh-baked pastries and thoughtfully curated chai selection that make this place feel less like a typical coffee shop and more like a neighborhood hub where excellent food and genuine hospitality matter just as much as what's in your cup.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, good cold brew. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →IW Coffee does a lot well. The chai selection is one of the best in the area, the bagels are consistently good, and the pastry case is filled with muffins, cakes, and other baked treats that regulars frequently rave about. The protein bowl is also a standout: simple, fresh, and…
IW Coffee & Chai Bar is definitely one of those tucked-away finds… like VERY tucked at the end of the plaza on a corner, easy to miss if you’re not looking. Chai lovers, you’ll be happy. Nothing mind blowing but solid and satisfying. I got the “cub chai” with soy and loved the…
The food was so fresh and great tasting with excellent variety. Pastries were irresistible too, warm and fresh. The coffee was perfect and they had tons of chai options if you don’t prefer coffee. We will be back! Highly recommended!
We spent the weekend in Palm Springs and had a wonderful time enjoying breakfast here. The chai was super smooth and the bagels were excellent as well. I’ll miss this place in LA. Thank you!
Coffee was decent. It was a little bitter, but still good overall. Definitely tasted like a dark roast, which some people may prefer. I like more of a smooth medium roast, so if you like dark roast, you will probably really like the coffee. The atmosphere is nice and the service…
Every time I visit, I enjoy myself. The coffee makers provide your order quickly. I've only had their teas and coffees thus far. The tortoise green tea is my absolute favorite, additionally the red panda pumpkin. The food looks absolutely delicious.
Crema Reviews
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