Crema's Take
“Cafe Elite runs on personal relationships—regulars swear by staff who know their orders by heart and have drinks ready before they pull up to the drive-thru—but the 3.8 rating reflects a real inconsistency problem, with multiple customers reporting watered-down or poorly made drinks even as loyalists praise the same place. If you're local and become a regular, you might land in that charmed inner circle; if you're passing through or ordering something off-menu, you're taking a real chance on quality. The friendly service is genuine, but it's not enough to override the hit-or-miss execution.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. Quick-grab spot. Drive-thru.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →My go to coffee place. I don't even have to order at this point, the woman who's there every morning during the week (I think her name is Jordyn) just starts making it as soon as she sees my car. If I'm second in line, my coffee is already ready. Smoothest experience I've had…
This coffee stand has the best drinks and food items!!! Anytime I say surprise me it’s always delicious. The girls that work there are so friendly and really take the time to get to know you and what you like. I recommend this coffee stand to everyone I talk to. Keep up the…
I’ve been going to this coffee stand for the last 5 years and always have a great experience. Jordynn knows my drink (love not having to say my order 😅) and is always so sweet every time I stop by. Everyone I’ve encountered at this location has always been great! Especially in…
I go to the lacey store. Jordyn and Kenzie are wonderful! They know my drink and most times by the time I pull up it's made and ready for me. Also I've never had a bad drink there. I've been to the yelm store 3 times and have not had a good experience there once!!! No sparkle…
Oct 29, 2025..Probably is the worst coffee I had so far in Washington. TBH it was trash. Had a frappe that was so water down. Didn’t taste the coffee or the sweetness. Had to try to save it and added caramel at home. Also ordered the French toast bagel sandwich. Don’t waste…
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