Crema's Take
“Theory pulls off that rare balance of serious espresso technique and genuine hospitality—their double shots are consistently punchy and well-extracted, and the staff actually seems happy to chat with regulars and newcomers alike. The space is study-friendly with plenty of seating, making it an equally solid spot for a 20-minute coffee break or a full work session, though food quality can be hit-or-miss so stick to the pastries. If you're in Redding looking for thoughtful coffee in a welcoming room, this is your spot.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, good cold brew. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →After patronizing for years and often walking in with my dog for pick up (not dining in) on an especially slow Sunday at 2pm I was told I wasn't allowed to bring them in to grab a cup of coffee. Not sure if official or new baristas preference and I do respect the policy not…
Very cozy space with many large tables with study seats. We loved the coffee and the service! Highly recommend the jalapeño cheddar bagel with cream cheese and the almost croissant pastry. Both were soft, moist, and fresh! Heads up, they do tend to sell out of the sandwiches and…
Terrible customer service, barrista was rude. They offer one small sized coffee and i was served half foam. Ordered the 11$ breakfast sandwich with one piece of under cooked soggy bacon and a thin piece of egg.
We stopped here on Sunday morning for a caffeine boost. The double espresso and cold brew were both excellent. The café is well-located and offers a variety of seating options. The decor is lovely as well.
Inviting. Cool. Tasty. I happened in here on a visit to town, looking for a place to work. The staff is marvelously cheerful and patient with first time visitors who have a LOT of questions. 🙋🏼♀️ I was immediately intrigued by the Just Peaches & Cream. Such a novel idea. Then…
Crema Reviews
You might also like
Evergreen - Coffee Shop + Boutique Hotel
★ 4.6 (467)
Evergreen pairs genuinely excellent breakfast sandwiches and creative specialty…
Heritage Coffeehouse in Shasta Lake
★ 4.7 (578)
The in-house roasting program and bold, balanced espresso drinks are worth the…
The Bean
★ 4.6 (195)
The Bean pulls off the rare feat of making both espresso and creative specialty…
Old Shasta Coffee Company
★ 4.8 (238)
Old Shasta's nitro cold brew is so good that locals make it a regular…