Carlisle Coffee and Sweets
203 E Michigan St, South Bend, IN
Crema's Take
“Tucked into South Bend's charming downtown, this cozy spot seamlessly blends excellent coffee with an impressive selection of house-made pastries, truffles, and gelato that keeps families and coffee lovers coming back. The warm, attentive staff—particularly known for their genuine friendliness—create the kind of unhurried atmosphere that invites you to linger, whether you're meeting a friend or treating yourself to both a specialty drink and a sweet treat. Just note their Tuesday hours run short, so plan your visit accordingly.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
What a joke. They close early on tues....at 1pm. We came in at 12:20pm requesting a drip coffee, were told; "we close in 40 minutes so we can't make that for you." Go elsewhere where if you can. Obviously they dont want to make money.
Cute little town shop, it’s connected to the restaurant next door too. They have delicious truffles and chocolate treats, cake, pastries, and other varieties of baked goods and sweets. They have jars of candy you can buy from as well in the classic style and they sell most by weight. They also have Italian sodas, coffees, smoothies, tea, coco, and many other fun drink options to try. This place looks and tastes very fancy but it has a very chill small town vibe. Because I don’t live here, I didn’t feel comfortable to sit and chill really but as a quick trip it was spectacular and informal as the wonderful person running it today was in the middle of an important seminar. They still did phenomenal at being attentive to our needs, making fun banter, and helping us with our orders. Thank you :)
One of the cutest coffee spots in all of NWI, but honestly, the number one reason why I come is because Sophie is the best barista and sweetest girl ever. She provides the nicest service and always has a smile on her face. I will be back just for her!!!
Nice little place, stopped in on a walk to enjoy the weather. Staff were friendly and outgoing, chocolate choices were great but baked good were slim on choice but it was late afternoon, I ordered brownie and a mocha frappe. The frappe had great flavor I do wish had a little bit less crushed ice to really get more liquid. Brownie seems a tad dry to touch but it looks pretty I'm saving it for after my meal.
I got a hot tea this time. Last time just sweets. The time before that coffee and canoli. I love this place. Kids love it because they can pick from a huge selection of gelato or candy.
Crema Reviews
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