Crema's Take
“This bare-bones Lower East Side spot pulls off the rare trick of serving genuinely excellent coffee without any pretense or Instagram bait—just quality espresso and pour-overs in a stripped-down space that feels more like someone's kitchen than a café. The beans are sourced with real care, but the vibe here is decidedly anti-hype, which means you'll actually want to linger and chat with whoever's behind the counter rather than rush off with your flat white. If you're tired of specialty coffee shops trying too hard, this is exactly the kind of place that'll remind you why you got into good coffee in the first place.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Dog friendly. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Love the coffee here, specifically the flat white, they always make it perfectly. It's such a cozy atmosphere tucked away adjascent to teh merchant hotel lobby. Don't be fooled by the size though, find a seat and you can actually order from a great sized menu with plenty of…
Overcharging for tax on your Toast POS system? $0.63 tax on a $5.50 flat white is 11.5% … sales tax is 8.875% … incompetence? Grift? Gotta be better than that.
Amazing cappuccino today. Not sure what they do to make it special but I felt like I was drinking a cappuccino in Italy.
Very delicious — I’m absolutely delighted! 🤍 Thank you so much for the delicious breakfast, wonderful atmosphere, and excellent service! You are truly amazing! ✨🥰
Crema Reviews
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