Crema's Take
“Abrah's creative cocktail program and natural wine selection elevate this spot well beyond typical brunch fare, with standout drinks like the Miss Ricky and Night Over the Field that locals return for repeatedly. The kitchen delivers phenomenal food and desserts that justify the hype, though the coffee offerings seem to take a backseat to the beverage program's stronger suits. If you're after excellent cocktails and ambitious brunch food in a cozy neighborhood setting, this is absolutely worth the trip.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Open late. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Service was great and the restaurant had a really nice vibe. Our waitress was especially attentive and made the experience pleasant. However, the food was disappointing. Aside from the eggs benedict, most dishes lacked clear flavor, and I often couldn’t tell what I was tasting.…
I really liked the place, some unique drinks, both with alcohol and alcohol-free. Wish they offered more beer. Haven't tried their coffee offerings. Both NA beverages, and cocktails were tasty. They have some traditional Ukrainian beverages as well. We had supper. The menu is…
I’ll be honest, I did not have high hopes for this place, but rest assured, it is WELL WORTH a visit. While the atmosphere is just ok - the food is PHENOMENAL. For cocktails I had the Miss Ricky and the Bramble. I would order both again no questions asked. We had the truffle…
Looovely Valentine’s dinner spot! Smart, interesting options and their desserts were the big draw. Midwest natural wine from Middle Brow and tasty cocktail options. The Night Over the Field cocktail with black currant was a fav. So enjoyable we came back the next morning to get…
One of my most favorite places in Chicago. I come here all the time. Everything about it is just perfect: a cosy atmosphere, really friendly service and fantastic food - including breakfasts and dinners that highlight some Ukrainian-inspired dishes with a modern touch. Also,…
Crema Reviews
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