Cafe Berlina
1620 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Crema's Take
“This Santa Monica gem is an espresso-focused destination that takes its craft seriously, with reviewers consistently praising the quality and taste of every cup. The pastries are genuinely exceptional—think flaky croissants and inventive flavors like olive citrus cake—making it worth stopping by even if you're just grabbing coffee to go, though the cozy interior invites lingering conversations with friends. It's a small, quaint spot with a distinctly European sensibility that caters to coffee enthusiasts who appreciate authenticity over convenience.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
If you have children, please don’t go here, the proprietor (female, German) clearly does not appreciate patrons who have them, in a very obvious and rude way. I have been here twice, the first time when my daughter was 9 months old. She was making ‘noise’ as a 9mo baby does, no…
This local coffee shop has amazing pastries and excellent coffee. You can really taste the quality, and the cozy atmosphere makes it even better. Highly recommend! Alex you’re the best!
Hands down the best coffee you can get. I came here for the first time and I'm kicking myself for not coming sooner I will be coming everyday as it seems everybody else who's ever been here that I've spoken to as I sat and had my coffee is regular as well now. Alexandra, very…
A very cute, quaint coffee, tea, pastry and lunch spot. They have sandwiches and quiches! Inside there are a few places to sit and sip and eat, but this is mostly a To Go place. I met a friend here for tea and coffee and chose a couple pastries for us to share. I found a table…
I stopped in here after an appointment as I was craving something citrusy. To my delight they offered an olive citrus cake which was delicate, moist and full of flavor. Their croissant was flakey and buttery but the olive cake has my heart. The following week I came back to snag…
Crema Reviews
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