Crema's Take
“The French pastries here are legitimately excellent and reasonably priced, making this worth a stop if you're craving something decadent with your coffee. The space itself is bright and welcoming with a calm vibe that's great for lingering, though the service can feel inconsistent and the coffee quality doesn't quite match the pastry game. It's a solid neighborhood spot that leans more toward the bakery-cafe experience than specialty coffee destination.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Pastry’s were delicious! We got Earl grey macarons and the green tea cake. So tasty and light. Would definitely recommend this place for super fresh desserts.
Great bang for your buck. Amazing decadent pastries. Fast prompt service with a smile
Coffee was good but the vibe feels like any other franchisee. We visiting here 2 weeks after they opened and there was trash on the floor and felt like going to any other chain coffee shop, no different from going to a Starbucks. I'd rather go to a local spot like Coco Cinnamon…
The lattes and pastries that my boyfriend and I got were pretty good!! The interior is decorated really nicely and has a very calm/welcoming vibe. Employees at the register seemed a little unenthused but overall very lovely experience!
The atmosphere is cozy and bright and everything we tasted was absolutely delicious.
I came by to visit two days after they opened, and I’m so happy and glad there’s a location on 9th street now! One of my favorite bakery/cafes. I walked in and was instantly greeted with the fresh smell of some amazing baked goods. There’s also a sign at the tray area where it…
Crema Reviews
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