Sweet upcountry spot perfect for an early morning wake-up, mid morning boost, or early afternoon treat, featuring a wide variety of coffee drinks, chai and non-caffeinated options, scrumptious pastries, frittata, and more. Housed in a cute but surprisingly spacious trolley car in the Kulamalu center, Crema Maui also offers t-shirts, earrings, coffee-related gear, plants, and other great accessories. There's a good sized outdoor seating area that's just right for early-morning quiet contemplation or for people watching later in the day as the nearby shops get busier, with music in the background that's comforting and peaceful (unlike the aural assault too many places seem to think means "hip" these days). I got a plain latte, which was perfectly done, and a chocolate cruffin, which was a decadent and delicious treat--flaky, with crunchy outer layers and soft center, filled with rich dark chocolate that was smooth and not too sweet. A wonderful way to start the day! read more

Crema - Pastries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Crema, cream in Spanish, is a local cafe located on Makawao's Kupaoa and Ohia Ku. What makes the place unique is that it's outside, in a retro trolley bus. Seeing that the place has limited hours on a daily basis, get there early. I figure this is a good place to go heavy on cafe drinks for seeing that I lost a hefty bet against one of my brothers regarding the NBA Eastern Conference Finals. The bet details? Had the Knicks come back from the 3-1 hole, I'd get a Mr. Patrick Ewing jersey, but because the Pacers won 4-2, I need to get him a Tyrese Haliburton sweater and the price differential. Normally, I'll type the usual "Yes guys, the girls are cute" statement (I know you all are thinking "You just did!" now), but though that statement is true here, the opening statement I really want to type for paragraph 2 on my review of Crema is basically "Chickens"! Totally random, but let me explain. Chickens and roosters have been good luck charms regarding food places, and I believe pigeons may have joined in on the fun also according to 2 of my brothers. Places without chickens have been hit or miss spots. Really! From what I remember, with the mixed berry muffin, I had a decaf Americano, a Blue Moon drink, and one of their "Gochiusa" name quirk drinks in the Beatrice, a matcha ice latte with cookie crumbles and local strawberries. Kind of hard for me to get the balance of caffeine needed as I woke up at 2 in the morning to see the sunrise at Haleakala National Park, but I made the process work! I think. Anyway, the drinks are that good. The muffin's a good brunch to have. I believe the sister that did the driving and planning said that she likes the music and the incorporation of sourdough breakfast items like the English muffin, and I agree. I suppose I better list a flaw. I don't know. The place could use another food item with vegetables. Yes, I am aware that Clover has spoiled me so much, but this constructive statement is just that: constructive. Crema is a real clever spot. The girls will be as beloved as the "onee-chan"/"still young lady"/"forever 17 lady" of Clover (read or watch a series like "Love Hina" or "Angelic Layer" way early on along with knowing who Inoue Kikuko-san if you're wondering why I have these quirky words in quotation marks) some day. (My mom claims that she's forever 16.) I know this review has so many wacky words that make it as wacky as "Wacky Races" (I feel old for typing that series up), but the important part to remember about this review is go visit Crema. Thank me later. +/Crema is a cool cafe for its retro look, hospitality and good, good foods and drinks! -/Outside of having one more food item with vegetables, that's it. read more

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We had butterfly pea -lavender latter, a frittata, and Nutella cruffin. Everything was so good. Plus the coffee shop is soo cute. read more

Crema - Frittata , lavender- butterfly pea powder latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

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Visited Crema today and ordered a 12 oz Caramel Hazelnut Latte, a 16 oz pour over coffee, and a vegan gluten free chocolate donut. Service was great, ladies inside were friendly and ordering was easy. I enjoy the use of a train car as a coffee car and the interior and exterior are clean, and offer a good atmosphere. Caramel Hazelnut Latte with oat milk was delicious, no notes. Pour over coffee seemed like maybe the machine is too hot and it's pulling a bit of a sour notes but still a better than an average coffee shop pour over. Chocolate donut was delicious!! Dense like a chocolate cake (which is what the employee described it as being) 10/10 get the donut. PROS: Quick service Vibey atmosphere Good drinks and coffee read more

Crema - Caramel Hazelnut Latte and vegan gluten free chocolate donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

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Everything about this sweet little trolley is delightful. Let's start with the service and the people. Many thanks Grae and Nanea - who bring the bright energy and kindness to every customer. The vibe is warm and kind and the people visiting the cafe are lovely - what a feeling of community. Thank you so much for no charge on non-dairy milk. You are total winners. They also have vegan and gluten-free pastries. There's some other food available for those who want eggs or salmon. Sweet little plants, places to sit in the shade or the sun and just a nice place to pause and take beautiful Mother Maui. Sustainable off grid solar. Wohooo They even have a rewards program. read more

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Good coffee. Friendly and fun staff members. They have a lot of flavored coffee with homemade syrups for everyone's tastes, some are sweeter than others, but you can ask to reduce sugar. Their brewed coffee are also great! read more

Cute little coffee trolley. They have a few small wobbly tables outside for seating but it's pretty limited. On a regular day I think it's fine, but on weekends they have the farmer's market nearby and it can get pretty busy. The menu is listed outside the trolley, which I like. Then you go inside to order and wait for your drink. There was one person working all the stations when we went a few times so just be patient. Drinks were made with care and you can taste it. Sometimes you just want a good regular latte and that can be hard to find. Crema is great for regular drinks but they also offer their specialty drinks. I'm more of the regular latte and my friend prefers the specialty options. We ordered and tasted both and neither of us was disappointed. This was probably one of my favorite coffee spots in the area. The coffee is great, service is nice, and they have a few pastry options available as well. read more

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This adorable trolley car cafe boasts friendly baristas, a charming atmosphere, and a bold Americano. I selected to go for a double shot of their classic espresso in my Americano, and wandered over to the tables outside. A few minutes later, butterflies danced as they fluttered by and a barista warmly greeted me and handed off this lovely beverage. I then wandered over to the nearby Wednesday farmer's market and sipped my Crema Maui specialty, as I took in the local delights. read more

Crema - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Been coming here a long time . Yummy coffee and pastry's and other snacks Sourdough croissant is delish Great service too and a cute little spot to sit and enjoy your morning or afternoon read more

Crema - Latte and berry custard danish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Really cute and decorative coffee truck! Staff was also really sweet/friendly to customers, and the coffee hit the spot for the cold Kulamalu weather! - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Crema - Latte (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Stopped by Crema on a Saturday when we visited the upcountry Farmers Market (amazing too). Probably the best mocha I've had. The breakfast sandwich was also delicious. Such a cute setting with a few tables under a shade sail. Staff was super friendly. Definitely returning! read more

Crema - Crema Coffee - order at the little counter inside this cute trolley car - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Absolutely delicious coffee shop in the cutest little trolley cart ever. Also had a few Gluten Free options I tried the chai style muffin, probably really healthy which I like- but it was a little dense and a tad dry... and a goat cheese pesto frittata- this was super bomb! I also had the matcha with Almond milk and it was so so yummy. Perfectly & lightly sweetened. Yum! read more

Fantastic vintage off grid trolley that sells some of the most inventive coffees on island. Rose Cacao, Fog a la Crema, Fireside Mocha, and Coconut Horchata, however the iconic drink is the Beatrice, a matcha strawberry shortcake confection, using local Kula strawberries, which is sooo delicious and totally insta worthy ;) This place gets busy at weekends, and slammed during the Farmers Market opposite, but it is definitely worth the wait. read more

A must-stop! Unique crafted coffee creations you won't find ANYWHERE else! The ridiculously adorable trolley! Servers with sunshine smiles! Lots of other surprises await inside.... read more

Such a cute coffee train car!! great vibes inside, the staff were all friendly. prices were fair too! read more

Crema - Maple Bulletproof - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

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Nice little coffee spot. The inside is super cute and the cashiers are very talkative and kind. Would definitely recommend.

Beautiful spot with nice view of the mountain. I tried the rose cacao latte and it was slightly floral and sweet, "recommend". Coffee beans are on the medium to light roast side . Enjoy the delicious waffles. read more

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If you love delicious espresso, friendly service, and good vibes, this is the spot for you! Every time I decide to spoil myself with a morning beverage, I head to Crema. They always take care of me with a smile and beautiful care for their craft. The time and attention to detail in each beverage is not something you often see in today's "quick coffee" world. If you're seeking a well balanced and lovingly-poured coffee drink, you can't go wrong with Crema. (Their chai and matcha drink are amazing, too!) It's also a great place to find gifts for the coffee and tea drinkers in your life. So grateful to have this hangout in the neighborhood. Keep up the awesome work! read more

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Crema is my favorite stop for delicious espresso drinks, rose cacao is my absolute fav. Served in a retrofitted troller car, the vibe is so quaint- little splash of Parisian vibe! They always have sweet ladies to serve with great stye as well. Mahalo for being here, Crema !! read more

Crema - Seating bar at the window - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

I absolutely love the dirty chai! It is to die for! I dislike when the coffee overpowers the chai which most shops do, but crema nailed it with the spicy chai with that subtle espresso kick! If I am in the mood for a coffee-free treat: I also always love the blue moon (especially with matcha ). Highly reccomend the cruffins as well! Can't go wrong with the sourdough pastries! Perfect atmosphere for a slow quiet morning or for a quick drink on the go. Friendliest and caring staff and amazing customer service always! read more

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Blown away by how much I smiled just from how cute this trolley coffee shop was. The cortado and pastry were even better than the ambiance. read more

Crema - Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Tasty treats and just the pick-me- up needed after the Saturday farmers market. The sweet treats are delightful! read more

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Crema initially started off as an espresso and coffee catering service and would do pop-ups around town at events and farmers markets. Now, patrons can enjoy their morning cup of joe in beautiful upcountry inside of Marlow Restaurant. They have a small coffee menu that includes the usual items like macchiato, cappuccino, latte, etc. They also have more unique offerings like their haleakala rising (with tumeric) and fireside mocha (with cayenne pepper). Drinks come hot or iced (no blended options) in 8oz, 12oz, or 16oz cups. I've come here twice so far and have enjoyed an iced fireside mocha (minus the fire/cayenne). I wouldn't say it's my favorite ever, but it's good. Can't give it a super fair rating since I've excluded the ingredient that makes it more unique. Overall, I would come here again if I'm in town and craving a pick-me-up. They also had a handful of baked goods available: quiche, muffins, donuts. All of which are baked by a local baker and looked so tempting! I suggest following them on Instagram for business hours and special events. read more

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Perfect, cute little coffee shop to stop at on your way down from sunrise at Haleakala. Coffee was great and they had food options, too!

Loved this little coffee trolley!! My daughter and I had the most delicious hot chocolate after our early morning trek to see the sunrise. It was perfection! read more

Our family just adores this trolley cafe! Crema is such a sweet spot! From the locally roasted coffee (Social Hour Coffee Roasters) to the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the delicious pastries and the cute products available to purchase, we come here regularly and always leave happy + full :) My husband loves the breakfast sandwich, and we always order 8oz lattes with honey + cinnamon of course. Our kids always try a different pastry and eat them so quickly! Stoked on Drea + Asher, you can tell they put their heart and soul into this sweet cafe/trolley and their coffee/service reflects that! Definitely visit this shop and support this incredible small business :) 10/10 read more

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The baristas at Crema are great! They are very friendly! The location is great, right in the middle of Kulamalu.

I had much higher hopes based on the photos here showing latte-art style pours, where the difference between a cortado, cappuccino, and a latte is a simply a ratio of coffee:milk and not a matter of "foam". I opted for their housemade macademia nut mylk in a cappuccino, thinking if they make it themselves then it should froth appropriately. The cappuccino I got was pretty light -- like someone didn't do a straight pour of the milk but instead was spooning separated foam on top. The foam wasn't even dense ... so the whole thing was just wrong. read more

Crema - What I got. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

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If you're upcountry and Kula, I highly recommend this awesome little coffee shop, which is in a old train car. Not only are the products, including the egg sandwich., but they have also wonderful products besides coffee... and everyone who works there is super nice. A great small business to support! read more

Neat little place, the person making my coffee was very attentive and polite. Her name was Gray/Grey, 10/10 would come back. Great service and great bean juice. read more

An upcountry favorite one of the only spots on the volcano open before 8am & where you can get a little laptop work done on the patio read more

Crema - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii

Wonderful atmosphere and - most importantly- delicious coffee. You must try their specialty drinks (Rose Cacao or Haleakala Rising) and seasonal specials too. Service with a big smile too! read more

Asher and Drea are freaking awesome! They make phenomenal drinks and are just super fun to be around. Love this place!

Ugh. Guys I really wanted to like this place. I LOVE coffee so when I saw they were at Marlow I was excited to stop in! My bestie and I ordered the Caramel Hazelnut and Rose Cacao lattes. They asked what type of milk we wanted (regular, oat, almond) so we opted for oat and almond. After looking at our receipt, looks like they charge an additional $1 for that, so heads up. We got our drinks and walked to our car. After our first sips, we both looked at each other and started laughing because they were just NOT good. We were like What. The Heck. Ok, lesson learned. Probably won't be back as both of our drinks tasted watery and were just all around bad. I hate writing a review like this because I'm all about supporting local, but I gotta keep it real for my Yelpers. read more

Great set up, love the vibes. However, the need to invest in quality! $7 for a matcha latte is crazy. Worst part is that the menu says "$6+" and when I asked why the extra dollar they said "the menu should say $6 plus." I just ate it but the matcha latte was milky and we ultimately threw it out. There's a great little coffee stand in the corner of the parking lot if you want additional options nearby. read more

My friend and I needed coffee real bad After the farmers market. A sign led us to Crema, we debated on how desperate we were because the line was sooooo long and by this time, the sun was beaming angry. We waited probably like 20 minutes in line before ordering. I got the maple vanilla latte with oatmilk and my friend ordered the rose cacao latte. We snagged a matcha cacao bread and the last spinach quiches our lattes were good, nothing to rave about but was satisfying that caffeine need lol. That matcha bread and quiche tho.. YUMMM! I can still taste it. The matcha bread wasn't super sweet, perfect hints of matcha and dark chocolate, perfect with my coffee. The quiche was oh so buttery, perfect crust to egg ratios, flavors were on point. There wasn't anywhere to sit so we had to sneak away to eat somewhere else. Service was good, they were quick to make the drinks when we ordered, they worked quickly and were so upbeat. Prices were ok. I'm curious about the other flavored lattes so I think I'd come back if I were in the area :) read more

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Great tasting coffee and customer service. Really unique buildout and concept. Best coffee in the Upcountry.

Great lattes, cool trolley car, friendly service. Cute little set up. Hazelnut latte was tasty.

Absolutely best coffee upcountry! A super sweet buildout and the staff is exceptional. Highly recommended!

once we discovered this place, we came everyday on our trip! definitely the best coffee on the island read more

Crema - inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Makawao, Hawaii