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Was looking for a cute and quick coffee shop. The receptionist recommended this place and as a California girl I could see this spot was pretty good and decent pricing. If you're looking for just a quick bite and nothing too crazy then this is your spot. Service was fast as well. I ordered an egg and cheese sandwich on a croissant and it was perfect. Again, a CA girl and a lot of sandwiches I've had break and don't hold together well but this one was definitely worth it and not messy at all I also had their chai latte which was perfect. Not too sweet and they don't water it down
Know before you go. This. Is. A. Quickstopgrabandgo place. Order, pay, wait a few minutes, yum, bye. Clean, efficient, tasty brekkie and steamer. Not a full service restaurant. My oatmilk choco caramel steamer was the best Ive had in the triangle. Be kind. Be patient- humans work here.
Watch out for the non dairy version of this place. It's called Non-Dairy Crema. This location of Crema is nothing like the other one which probably has something to do with completely different owners. The other one is superior especially because it has amazing bubble tea. This is really just a coffee shop that has crazy ice creams. It's not a bad coffee shop. But the location tells you what this is about. Getting caffeine to the people that work downtown. And also, since they offer decent breakfast sandwiches all the time, not just in the mornings, and because they have great service, I'll go with 4.
The owner has a very bad attitude and it's intentional as he has posted notes on the counter that states that he will yell at you if you stay in one spot too long. I was visiting the area and dropped by because I saw several firefighters going in to eat. He was extremely demeaning towards them and I saw several turn and walk away. He shouted,"You are costing me money!" He made fun of them ordering the same food and loudly stated to his employees that firefighters can't think for themselves because they order the same. I was embarrassed for them. My sandwich was dry and the bread was crumbly, and I just tossed it and went over to Jimmy John's. I should have checked the reviews before had and saved my time.
I stop by here nearly every weekday morning because it's right across the street from my office. Plus, the employees are all so friendly! My order varies somewhat by day, but I always get a coffee. Since it's gotten colder I've ordered a hot coffee. Don't sleep on the cinnamon coffee! Seriously. It's fantastic, especially when you add some of the hazelnut coffee too. When it was warmer I'd get the cold brew. It was consistently great -- I always drank it black because it had a natural sweetness (as cold brew should). Never was there a day when it tasted bitter. Sometimes, I'll also order a bacon breakfast sandwich on a bagel. A couple times it's had only a slice and a half of bacon, which is less than ideal for a bagel sandwich. Most of the time, though, the bacon amount is fine so I still get the sandwich pretty often. I've also tried the biscuit (sausage & cheese, I believe), which I'd recommend as a breakfast snack!
I've been to Crema a handful of time now, but must have walked past it over twenty-five times before I entered. I'm not sure if it's the old awnings that threw me off or the neon lights in the widows, but it is truly a hidden gem and one that I would quickly recommend for coffee on the go, delicious ice cream or if you fancy a wine tasting. While Crema is a little behind times with decorations and even sometimes technology (I have been required to pay with cash a couple times when things aren't working properly), the owner will be quick to strike up a conversation if he's in the building, which he usually is. Whether you like bar seating, couches or to enjoy the outdoors, Crema's got comfortable seating for all. They also have a surprisingly good selection of wines at great prices with wine tastings weekly. I'd definitely recommend checking them out for wine and adding a mental note that if you're ever downtown and need wine you can go here (although, be warned, their hours are a little odd for a Fayetteville establishment). But what truly stands out in my mind as representing Crema is the ICE CREAM! They turn hard serve ice cream into soft serve and add up to three flavors from a little that's a little overwhelming. I remember one day when we were in their and the owner said how many options you had, it was well over the amount of ice cream I'll eat in my lifetime. But whatever your fancy, chocolate or vanilla, you get to add fruit, candies, sauces, etc. It's a perfect stop for a summer day in Raleigh and great for a group--everyone has options, whether ice cream, iced coffee, or even a beer float! So don't me like me and keep walking past, give Crema a try ASAP!
I found it!! At last, the latte that became my daily addiction in Columbus (yeah, thanks for that habit, Brioso) can in fact be had in Raleigh as well. While I'd consider myself every bit as picky about my espresso as Brian W, I found they did a phenomenal job here. Anyone who can pour my latte and leave the crema intact (w/ a milk froth leaf design to boot) gets mad props, and that it was rich and full in flavor and not over-extracted just sealed the deal. Not to mention it's a funky little downtown shop with barrels of bulk candy and ice cream (!!!) in addition to small lunch items. Did I luck out with the fantastic cup of coffee? Maybe. Will I be back plenty more to find out? Count on it.
This is my favorite ice cream place in Raleigh! I have been here numerous times and it has been a great each time. The mint chocolate chip is my girlfriends favorite and is excellent. I prefer to jump around their menu but tend to go for the hot beverages. On New Years, I had a great eggnog latte! Highly recommended. I haven't really had much of the food but I'm pretty sure that it's all pretty good. The only downside is the difficulty in parking. Being right on Fayetteville St is just asking for trouble. Walk peoples!
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My family and I went a little before closing time on a Saturday evening to check out their ice cream. You get to choose either chocolate or vanilla base and add up to 3 items to "mix in". They mix it in really well so it's kind of like making your own flavor. I got vanilla with blackberries, kahlua, and almonds. There were a lot of almonds, so each bite had a lot of crunchy texture, which I like. The only thing is that I wish the blackberry and kahlua flavors were a tiny bit stronger, but otherwise the ice cream is creamy and delicious! I love the fact that you can create your own flavors. The restaurant was clean and the staff very friendly and patient. read more
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This review is for the City Plaza location which has recently been expanded and renovated. I don't drink coffee, but I often pick up lunch from Crema. This is a small shop that offers soups, salads, sandwiches, and a breakfast menu in addition to coffee and ice cream. The marinated tomato & brie sandwich is very good. The ingredients always seem fresh and the bread is delicious. The poppy seed salad is very good as well with mixed greens, nuts, craisins, and goat cheese. On my last visit I got a half poppy seed salad and cup of creamy squash soup which was perfect on a chilly day. For a quick take-out lunch, you can't beat this place! read more
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Really good! It was a busy Saturday. My son and I were after about 20 little girls. I Toft out was going to take forever. It didn't. The price was reasonable. Definitely will return read more
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