Old Europe Coffee and Desserts
716-A S Main St, Greenville, SC
Crema's Take
“Old Europe Coffee and Desserts has cultivated a devoted following in downtown Greenville with their thoughtfully crafted espresso drinks and showstopping desserts like tiramisu and crème brûlée that feel almost too beautiful to eat. It's the kind of place where regulars return again and again to linger over a cappuccino and pastry, making it equally beloved for unhurried moments alone or cherished traditions with family. The welcoming staff and convenient walkable location have made it a go-to destination for anyone seeking genuine specialty coffee paired with European-style treats.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
My daughter and I have made it a tradition to come here every time we're in Greenville together. The drinks I've had (cap, latte, chai) have all been delicious. The sandwiches are very tasty and the baked goods are delicious. It's a cool little place, I recommend trying them out.
We were walking back to our car after lunch, and my wife remembered she's been wanting to stop here and try the coffee. We were greeted and gave our order: a tiramisu for two, cappuccino for her, and a latte for me. Our dessert was ready in short order, everything was very good, we enjoyed our visit, and look forward to popping in again sometime soon.
Not very well lit however the staff were nice! There was not many allergen options for both dairy free and gluten free individuals which was a little bit of a bummer but still worth checking out! If you are just gluten free this place is definitely worth checking out!
Great little coffee and dessert spot dowtown. With in walking distance to everything. We ordered espresso, caramel latte, tiramisu, oatmeal bar and crème brûlée. It was a busy evening so it took a while for the coffee, it the desserts were very good and fresh. The Crème Brûlée was one of the best I’ve had. Very creamy with a thin layer of crunch at the top. Sometimes there’s such a thick layer it over powers the custard. Not here, very well balanced. And it had real vanilla beans! That’s when you know you have real crème brûlée. The oatmeal bar tasted just like my Moms. With so many coffee joints downtown, I think this place has the best desserts.
The reviews were great and they had gluten-free options so my daughter selected it for a few birthday treats. The presentation of the desserts was great so we ordered several items and were seated. The water in the flower arrangements at the table was very cloudy and there were notes left to customers about how long they could sit. It wasn't very inviting. I didn't enjoy any of the desserts. They were bland in flavor, missing the right amount of sweetness, and a few items tasted a little sour. We each took a bite or two then threw all of the items away. I wouldn't recommend this location nor would I return. Having thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Europe, this place evokes none of its essence.
Crema Reviews
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