Crema's Take
“Crema's freshly baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches justify the inevitable weekend crowds—reviewers consistently rave about warm croissants and creative egg dishes that taste nothing like typical cafe fare. The espresso is expertly pulled and the whole operation hums with the energy of a neighborhood spot that's earned its reputation through genuine quality, not hype, making it worth timing your visit around the breakfast rush to experience why locals and road-trippers alike make it a destination.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. Good for meetings spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Yeah. You'll read 5 reviews before choosing where to eat. I was driving through on 90 and decided to stop for breakfast. It's worth the drive. I had the salad with scrambled eggs. Kids had the parfait and smoothies.
This place gets super busy because it's just that good. The whole menu is good, the bakery is fresh (often still warm), the espresso is perfect. I'm a big fan of their breakfast sandwiches (the best in town), but everything is tasty. This is one I go to regularly.
Huh. For all their 5-star reviews, I expected A LOT more. Crema is really just a strip-mall cafe, like Mercies, say. It's loud, generic, and the tables are set in tightly. Or so I thought. My muffin and latte (and tip) came out to $9.72. Yikes. I can't do ten dollars for a…
This place is amazing! Was extremely packed at 9 AM on a Friday. Pictured below are the Blueberry Oatcakes, the Breakfast Burger, and the Breakfast Sandwich. All three dishes were absolutely delicious! It was my first time having blueberry oatcakes, and they really hit the…
Wow, what a great breakfast experience. The daily scrambler today was amazing. Super tasty and unique. Their donut muffins are really tasty as well and just the right size. Awesome customer service. My second visit in the last 3 days. I will certainly be back soon.
Crema Reviews
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