I went early morning, interestingly this coffee shop is attached to a seafood restaurant. But the ambience is a little dark but cozy. There was one lady working what appears to be both sides so I gave her grace to come get my order. She acknowledged me as soon as I walked in so I was okay waiting. I ordered the cookie butter cold brew which was be try smooth and the balance is nice here it's not milky or creamy from the cold foam. I really enjoy that it's not just plastered in sweet so I really enjoyed it. read more

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Not sure what to think. We came to this location instead of the one on The Alameda and was easy to park on the street. It was around 12:45 pm on Thursday to get a quick drink and some baked goods. The place was pretty empty and it took the cashier to find our drink orders on their register. And I guess she was also working the seafood oyster restaurant that it's connected with - all open space. Drinks are yum though and priced well. We got their Spring specials and they were both good. The beignets are yum and the Asiago bagel was reasonably priced at $4 with cream cheese! I'd come back but just a little slow where we had to wait for our order with no one here. read more

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Had a good outdoor seating area for the dogs. We got the Vietnamese Coffee and the breakfast burrito. Vietnamese coffee was good, had a good flavor and everything to it, the breakfast burrito was a 2/5. Potatoes were starchy, biting into it gave a pool of cheese juice to the side which was not fun. Eggs were good and the sausage was fatty. Sauce was okay with. Wouldn't recommend probably for a long study sesh but for something in the morning and a quick pick up got the dogs, def a good try. Service was friendly! Burrito took a bit. Liked the newspapers and community bulletin in the store. read more

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I was hopeful for a good cup of coffee, but left disappointed. The coffee shop is inside the same building as a seafood restaurant, and it looks as though staff works at both. They were understaffed, as the worker had been in the kitchen for the restaurant and appeared about 5 mins after to take our order. I ordered a seasonal cold brew, but it was super watered down and didnt have any flavor. It made it difficult to drink and I just took the loss since we were just visiting and on the road already. We also ordered the mini beignets, which it's unsure if these are made in house or brought in by another business. They tasted like a donut with Nutella filling instead of a traditional beignet. This probably wouldn't be my first option to come back to for coffee. read more

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Came here on a last minute whim to get some studying done. I ordered the Cupids Cloud which has raspberry hibiscus milk tea with rose & strawberry it was actually really really yummy I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. On the first sip you really get the hibiscus tea and rose together it's really refreshing but can taste a little thick or syrupy. I also ordered the chocolate croissant which was sadly stale even tho warm! Really chewy and not soft- hard & inedible, but the chocolate was very sweet and yummy would love to try this fresh. I did come at the end of day around 3pm on a Sunday. There was plenty of seating inside and outside. Now this cafe is a combo with pier 402 an oyster restaurant so the outside does smell like fish/ crab boil which isn't a bad fish smell - just makes me want seafood and can be a little off putting if you're going for more "cozy cafe" vibe. The service was unwelcoming, judgmental, & told me to wait outside for my drinks for some reason even tho it was empty inside. I felt bad seemed like they were the only one making drinks and taking orders. Parking lot is for pier 402 customers only so be on the look out for street parking! I liked the taste of my drink the variety of drinks like smoothies etc, I like that they are open until 1900 and I enjoy the space even tho I was directed outside & stayed there due to not feeling welcome inside. I like that outside had lots of overhead shade as well read more

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Wow.. speechless! Owner is super rude to me. Please do not recommend this place. First of all, she forgot the order I placed. After waiting for 30 mins, When I told her I was still waiting for my tea latte, she gave me an annoyed look, shook her head, and went back to the kitchen. I clearly told them I'm sensitive to caffeine and asked for my drink to be made less strong. Having too much caffeine can be dangerous for me because of my heart condition. I'm also lactose-intolerant and cannot drink regular milk. I also clearly ordered oat milk. However, while looking annoyed, she poured regular milk into my drink right in front of me. So I said, "Ma'am, I ordered oat milk earlier," but she replied, "No, you didn't," while glaring at me. How am I supposed to know what she might put in my food just because she doesn't like me? Her attitude and facial expressions made me feel extremely uncomfortable and honestly creeped out. I never want to come back here again. (Fyi, bathroom is so creepy and weird smell. Ehhhh) read more

I stopped in for an iced vanilla latte, and I'm seriously impressed. It's hard to find a coffee spot that actually gets my order right, I like my coffee very creamy, and most places either overdo the espresso or skimp on the milk. But here? They absolutely nailed it. Smooth, perfectly balanced, and just the right amount of vanilla. It exceeded my expectations. The staff is super friendly, which made the experience even better. There's plenty of seating both inside and out, making it a great spot whether you're looking to relax, work, or catch up with a friend. I couldn't help but notice their desserts and pastries, everything in the case looked amazing. I didn't grab one this time, but I'm definitely coming back to treat myself soon. If you're picky about your coffee (like I am), this place is worth a visit. They get it right. read more

Came in just before 1pm on Sunday. Waiting about 5 minutes for service. Never got it. No one was at the counter. Left and went to another cafe. Won't be back. read more

After my Bark in Park. We needed some coffee. So we headed for Crema. I like coming here for coffee and going next door to Greenlee. After checking their seasonal menu,we decided on the mooncake latte. Something different than PSL. I asked the barista for her opinion on weather it tastes better hot or iced. She recommended iced. I agree, It was slightly sweet and slightly nutty. It also has a strong presence of expresso. The place is huge, plenty of people talking and working. Not sure what needs to be done on a Sunday,but plenty of laptops out. Also as a side note for those who drink black coffee. I've had their plain coffee and it's pretty good. Not bitter or to strong. read more

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Went outside & they don't wipe the tables or counters down in the morning. I looked for somewhere private to get work done on my computer, just to get out the house, asked to up stairs & they refused. Alright, I'll find somewhere downstairs: they don't have any tables with power cords. Alright, where can I sit with a power cord: this bar like setup with the screen faces outward visible to all (I'm trying to organize my finances) and there was a party using the majority of the space. I went outside to eat and found the perfect place with a visible cord. I set up and the cord did not work. Went inside to ask the counter if they could turn on the switch so my computer can receive power: gentlemen came and told me the lady of the place does not want to turn it on. No designated cords next to tables (i.e., not the bar), no consideration for customer needs, & no accommodations. Alright, I see customer satisfaction is minimal to you. Luckily, my money doesn't like places who don't consider their customers or their needs. read more

owner is super rude to her employees in front of the customers , and I approached her to tell her that she should treat employees and customers with a respect and she completely ignored me. Do not recommend this place. the employee was very confused with the owners attitude an uncomfortable I felt bad for him he was doing a very good job. read more

Owner of the race location is disrespectful to her employees. She raises her voice at them in front of customers and when they try to ask her questions she rudely ignores them. Don't support this kind of behavior, spend your money somewhere else. I was going to buy a coffee , saw the commotion and left. read more

Great fast service even when I forgot to ask for my coffee iced, the barista immediately iced it for me! The service is so outstanding my group who usually has informal meetings there monthly have moved our Lunar New Year party there on 2/28! read more

First of all the parking situation is pretty confusing here. Technically Crema is part of Pier 405 - so all of the parking spots in the back that are labeled for Pier 405 are also available for Crema customers, which wasn't clear to me until I asked the cashier inside. I came here on a Wednesday around noon and the place was basically empty. Service was so-so, I didn't feel like they were particularly welcoming. The latte I got was flavorless and watery which was disappointing for $7+. Lastly the ambiance was terrible here. Anyone looking for a nice coffee shop to sit down and work at, don't come here. You could sit down and use their wi-fi, but its not a good working environment. It's dark inside, not a lot of natural lighting, and the music is loud despite the place being empty. Vibes were just off. read more

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I enjoyed the atmosphere when Crema was on the Alameda. Coffee was good. Espresso drinks were good. 1st time trying the coffee at Race steer. I ordered the campfire cold brew. It was ok. 3/5. Seemed a bit off balance, a little too sweet and coffee didn't taste fresh fresh. read more

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While driving, I saw the Crema Coffee Roasting Co. logo on the side of the building, and was compelled to go in and get some coffee. I'm glad we did because they had a unique pumpkin coffee called Pumpkin Bumpkin Mocha. I do wish the flavor had more pumpkin flavor in it, but overall I still enjoyed the drink. Service was quick, ordering and paying at the cash register. There's plenty of options for indoor and outdoor seatings. Coffee shop comes recommended. read more

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I wish I could leave 10 stars! This location is right across from some major construction but don't let that deter you! There's so much parking in midtown. Every time I come here, the baristas are so kind and welcoming. They work incredibly hard, and they make GOOD coffee. I don't drink dairy so I can't speak to items with dairy milk, but the oat & almond milk drinks I've ordered are so balanced and well priced. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Plus there's a lot of windows facing out, which provides great lighting if you're working. We ordered a hot and cold latte this day, as well as a vegetarian breakfast burritos. The ingredients for the burrito were so flavorful and fresh. I can't recommend this cafe enough! read more

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Cute coffee shop located on the Alameda. Great place to meet up with some friends to catch up or get some work done during the week. The coffee is very tasty. I prefer cold drinks and really enjoy the cold brew. The service is excellent. The lattes are out of this world too. Please check out Crema, you will not be disappointed. read more

The service here was so bad. The server was so rude and the ambiance is here has bad vibes and also the bathroom is so creepy. I don't recommend and it's very dark and the music is pop music not regular jazz cofffee music. The place also smells so weird read more

area looks a little rough...mostly street parking...entering crema to find a large space downstairs and upstairs...saturday late morning visit...couple asian ladies working and looking busy...quite chaotic and unorganized...noticing food being taken to the wrong people and customers looking confused...the place wasn't that full, but those little ladies were working hard...no line to the counter, but giving them a little time to calm down before walking up to order...lavender haze double latte (medium) $5.75 before tip...keeping an eye to make sure we grab the right drink...drink provided and taking it to-go...sweetness of honey and strong lavender flavors in a milky foam...drink was for the wife and tasted more like a morning coffee dessert drink...overall the drink was okay, but they really need to improve the logistics of running their business... read more

Crema Coffee Roasting - quite chaotic and unorganized...lavender haze double latte (medium) $5.75 before tip... - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Jose, California

Great place! The coffee is delicious, great pastries and really nice relaxed environment! Super sweet family!

I went here to study for a bit and they have plenty of seating! I just couldn't find any outlets to charge my laptop so be wary of that. The staff was nice and friendly. I just got the cinnamon roll (3/5) and it was all right. I'd probably try more of their pastries if I come here again. read more

Crema Coffee Roasting - Cinnamon roll - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Jose, California

Came here on a Sunday morning. Ample parking space at the back and a lot of seating options. I had a cappuccino with instructions to not make it scalding hot and, lo and behold, it was perfect. The almond croissant was a little greasy for my taste but I was in and out in less than 10 minutes so I am not complaining. I assume they must be getting a lot of foot traffic being close to a university and I saw people with laptops working. So weekdays might be busier than weekends. Overall, good little coffee corner. read more

The BEST coffee cake I have ever tasted! Wow! So good I bought another one to go! Coffee was good and great place to hang out and do some work or read. read more

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The white chocolate pistachio mocha was good but a little too sweet for my taste. Grilled sandwich was ok. Service was fast. There's plenty of parking even during busy hours. My only issue was that there was a lingering burnt smell when I visited. That's probably not the norm. But for me and my sister it dampened the experience a bit. I'll definitely visit this place again. read more

I often go to coffee shops to get some work done on my computer. I was pleasantly pleased with how much table seating there was at this location. Service was friendly and they even had someone come out to bus our table while we were working. I was fully expecting to drop off our used dishes before we left. Ordered a red velvet latte with oatmilk and loved that it came in an actual mug. I'm a sucker for cafes that serve dine-in orders in sturdy mugs. I appreciate that the internet was good enough for me to get my work done without any issues. Honestly, this place would have gotten 5 stars from me if only there were outlets available to plug in. They have enough of a food selection that I could stay there for a good chunk of the day getting work done and the coffee drinks are pretty good. I would definitely go back there again if I didn't need to have a long workday on the computer. read more

Came here on a Saturday morning - no line when we went in, but a line formed after we ordered. I got the Golden Milk Tea - it had turmeric in there and it was pretty strong. Make sure you stir and thoroughly mix the drink. My first sip wasn't ideal LOL, but after I stirred / swirled it around 30 times it tasted great. Big parking lot in the back, so that's a huge plus. I wouldn't come all the way out here just to try their drinks, but if you're already in the area, why not? read more

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Love this spot! The lady who works here is so kind; was willing to serve breakfast, well after they stopped serving breakfast. I must recommend the COCONUT UBE LATTE. It's so delicious! I got it with non-fat milk & asked it it could be less sweet and it was perfect. I was studying and doing work here for so long, I ordered the CAMPFIRE COLD BREW as well and forgot to ask for it less sweet. The marshmallow definitely comes through and so does the honey; more honey than marshmallow actually. The avocado toast is very simple, but gets the job done. The breakfast burrito was better; light, healthy, and feels easy on your stomach, yet filling. They have a pretty cool music playlist. The facility is shared with Pier 402 so you do risk having some random food smells mixed in with the little coffee scents. There's also an upstairs seating area. Overall, very cool spot to get work done with ample seating. No outlets though so come charged up! Everyone here is very nice and the drinks are delicious! Will be coming back. read more

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Was brought the wrong meal. Asked for a the correct burrito to be brought out, not even asking for the original meal to be replaced, I was prepared to pay for both the sandwich they had taken the time to prepare as well as the burrito I had first asked for, but the server walked away from the table ignoring me while I was making this request. Never seen anything like it, hopefully this review helps someone else from experiencing it ever again. There's very many better places to get a breakfast burrito. read more

Love this place! Great vibe. I enjoy meeting up with friends here for tea, coffee or pastries. read more

Just needed something real quick, but if I had time i'd definitely stop here to get work done and stay for a while. The place is spacious and calm, was greeted with a smile and kind service. Got a $9 smoothie but I wish I could try other things on their menu! read more

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I LOVE crema coffee. Their red velvet latte is to die for. Service is always good and although the indoor portion looks a little bare, they have an outdoor area to sit. read more

Crema Coffee Roasting - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Jose, California

First off, the drink here is phenomenal. I fall in love with the autumn harvest macchiato. The bitterness and the sweetness mixed together so well it create a unique aroma and taste. The owner of the coffee is a sweet lady who helps me out choosing a proper drink for my morning. On top of that the ambiance is so cozy and warmth in the morning. It helps enjoy my coffee even more. read more

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Small coffee shop inside a shared space. There's plenty of tables in the morning since the restaurant is not open then. Nice spot to enjoy a cappuccino in a mug. Street parking is kind of a pain with the construction. The back side of the parking lot is residents only, but I guess the north side is ok (it's for the restaurant). I was excited that they offer hot Vietnamese coffee here, but it was overwhelmingly sweet and missing the bitter coffee flavor. (The cup was half empty, but this is expected for a Vietnamese coffee.) I wouldn't order this again. read more

Crema Coffee Roasting - Hot Vietnamese Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Jose, California

I love Crema! It's such a vibe and the drinks are fun. The energy is nice and inviting. I truly enjoy every time I go to Crema and get a drink and sit. My only critiques are that there aren't any outlets (that I've been able to find) so that you can do some work there on your laptop. Secondly, I am usually met with rude service by this one employee when I go to Crema. The other employees are so sweet, but this person always is rude, abrupt, and ruins my vibe. When I go now, I hope and pray someone else is going to take my order. My last critique is that parking is also a nightmare for this location. I usually park in a neighborhood blocks away and walk to Crema. Other than that, I really do love Crema and plan to continue going! read more

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I passed by this place and wanted to come by and check it out. I drove up and found parking right in front and saw a women on a truck with a ton of inventory bringing it inside. I walked it and wasn't sure it was open since no one was up front and the building looked empty. In the meantime I checked out the menu and a woman came to the register. I asked her what was the most popular drink they sold and it was the Red Velvet Latte. I ordered that and a chocolate croissant. She made my drink fast and she told me to take a seat to wait for the chocolate croissant to warm up. I waited about 5-7 minutes and I got my croissant and left. I took a sip of the red velvet and expected a flavor combination of cake and cream cheese but nothing close to that. I could taste the flavoring added to the coffee but it didn't stand out. The coffee itself was not flavorful. The chocolate croissant was heated too long so it wasn't flaky or delicious. The shop itself was inside of a seafood restaurant. There's outdoor seating and tables inside the coffee shop. They had several pastry options including macarons and cake slices. The service could have been more prompt. It shouldn't take 5-7 minutes to heat up a croissant. I think the cashier just forgot about it as she talked with her co workers. A customer came by shortly after me and she waited there for sometime until someone came to help her. There's parking in the back and if your lucky you catch some right out front. Neither drink or pastry was memorable enough to prompt a return visit. read more

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A bit disappointed in my visit to this coffee shop yesterday. I ordered a vanilla iced coffee and avocado toast. The place wasn't busy and my avocado toast took about 15 minutes to be prepared. Once done, the lady behind the counter handed it to me. I had to ask about my coffee as it was forgotten about. Coffee came out and was gross. It tasted worse than a coffee from 7-11. Avocado toast ended up being an avocado sandwich which was weird. I would avoid this place if you want quality coffee. read more

Clean, excellent product: had eggs, bacon and bagel plus smoothly. Pleasant service. Noisy at first with a group playing a card game but they left so noise was normal, read more

My knowledge of the South Bay has been deteriorating for years long after my high school graduation. Not because I'm old (...thank you very much) but because I just haven't been down there much recently. It's likely because the four available freeways to get there give me valid reason to grumble about all the disaffected drivers who cause me trauma. Thank goodness I made it last time to meet my friend Carlos for coffee at this spacious cafe on Race Street. This is a true coffee spot that offers good caffeine and melts right into the neighboring seafood restaurant. I had the $3.75 Large Cafe au Lait and was nursing it while we shared COVID horror stories far enough away from other customers. OK, I know at least one solid place to get coffee in San Jose. COFFEE - 4 stars...smooth caffeine in the south AMBIANCE - 4 stars...big place and pretty chill SERVICE - 3.5 stars...a bit quiet but responsive TOTAL - 4 stars...yes, I know the way to San Jose RELATED - Exploring the South Bay? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2uv12JY read more

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Place looks nice and desserts too. Unfortunately we left. I asked a lady on the restaurant side that we would like to order coffee and desserts and she said to give her 20min because she was busy and she was short staffed (but with an attitude). She looked frustrated. Felt bad for her but unwilling to wait specially after her attitude. For a Sunday evening and No employees a place shouldn't be open. read more