Crema's Take
“The espresso here has serious character—reviewers consistently praise pronounced chocolate and prune notes that feel deliberate rather than accidental, suggesting real care in the roasting and pulling. It's housed inside a bookstore with enough space and serenity that you'll actually want to linger, and the staff goes beyond standard service by offering local recommendations and hand-drawn latte art with genuine warmth. If you're looking for a coffee destination where the drink quality matches the atmosphere, this is worth the trip.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Knowledgeable staff; excellent service (tip tip hooray to Riley at coffee whom gave me a HEART ❤ on my latte foam!) I look forward to trying their delicious-looking food in the future. (Also 📚 Great book selections.. Check out their tv/billboard & Instagram for events, literary…
Very cozy atmosphere and great cafe inside the bookstore. The coffee itself is amazing. Espresso was with very pronounced chocolate and prunes flavor without being excessively sour. Did have a chance to try their food but it looked great.
Cute little spot to enjoy some quiet time! Had a glass of red and a coffee. The girls at the cafe wrote us a list of places to go during our time in the city. Would go back
Really cute. Delicious pastry. I got an iced matcha with oat milk and it was a little bit milky with minimal matcha flavor but still decent. The barista was really kind and the environment was great. I would definitely come back
Got a chance to check out the soft opening (cafe grand opening on June 14) and the coffee and service were incredible! The Lemon Thyme iced latte was phenomenal, and the cafe/bookstore space is large, inviting, and has plenty of seating options.
Crema Reviews
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