Crema's Take
“Runner & Stone's chocolate almond croissants and slow-braised lamb sandwiches prove this is a bakery-cafe that takes both sides of the equation seriously, with a rotating selection of seasonal pastries and light dishes that justify the premium prices. The space itself feels thoughtfully designed for lingering—whether you're meeting a friend for coffee or settling in with a book—and the staff genuinely seems to care about making your visit feel special. Come here if you want to eat something legitimately excellent alongside your coffee, not just a mediocre muffin grabbed on the way out the door.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Ate here recently for my birthday and everyday was so delicious! We ordered a half portion of the squid ink calamarata, roasted beet salad and two specials crispy fried sea bass over white beans and a duck confit rotolo. Everything tastes so delicious and my favorite was the…
The Beet Salad is AMAZING and the best you'll ever have (nothing beets it). Di's service was friendly, honest and welcoming - give her a raise. :-)
I stopped by their stand at the McCarren Park farmers market and all of their baked goods looked amazing, but I grabbed a chocolate almond croissant for $6.25. Steep price but this is one of the best croissants I have ever eaten. Why do more places not mix the almond and…
Chef Chris’s Slow Braised Lamb sandwich is an absolute standout—tender lamb perfectly complemented by the crunch of pickled red onions and carrots, fresh arugula, and a spicy yogurt sauce, all wrapped in a flavorful curried flatbread. The best part? Everything is made in-house,…
The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and interesting decor. The service is great. The pretzel was somewhat dry. The arancini was good, a bit dense, the sauce was flavorful. The squid ink pasta was slightly overcooked, both the pasta and the squid and the sauce didn't have a lot…
Crema Reviews
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