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    Crest Cafe

    4.6 (255 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    CREST CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Chicken Shawarma Tacos, Couscous Salad, Mediterranean Nachos
    Mikayla M.

    The food here is always so fresh and delicious. I love the pita nachos, chicken shawarma tacos, and wraps here. I would order anything that sounds good and it'll be good. Service is fast and friendly, you order at the counter then sit down. Not a large amount of tables but clean and chill inside.

    View of front counter from indoor seating
    Michelle F.

    Never a miss at this spot. Everything I've tried is so flavorful and fresh. Customer service is welcoming, attentive and always smiling. A great spot for lunch or dinner. Ambiance is Very quaint indoor seating.

    Mediterranean Gyro Fries
    Kimberly V.

    First time trying crest on DoorDash. The order was full and provided a good amount of everything. The gyro meat is a tad salty but with everything together it's good. Not my favorite in EG but I'm curious to try more on their menu.

    Chicken Shawarma Tacos
    Helen H.

    The restaurant is cute and bright. You order at the counter and the food is brought out to you. I went with the Mediterranean Bowl and subbed chicken with lamb. It came out quickly. I liked the fact that it was not heavy and it was delicious. My friend had the tacos, and she thought there was too much sauce on them.

    Mediterranean Bowl
    Dante B.

    Crest Cafe is a cute modern cafe where you order your food at the counter and seat yourself. Seating is very limited but the food is delicious! My husband ordered the Chicken Kebab plate with Tazitikii sauce. The kebab was cooked perfectly but he found the portion to be too small for him and noted he will order extra meat next time. I got myself the Mediterranean Bowl which was packed with rice, veggies, and chicken shawarma. Our dishes were very flavorful yet refreshing and clean. You can really tell great quality ingredients are used here which explains the slightly high price point. Parking: Found no issues finding spot right in front of restaurant in the small plaza

    Greek Salad
    Judi M.

    I've tried Crest Cafe in Downtown, but never their EG location. We were in the area looking for a light and refreshing meal and gave Crest a try. We shared a Greek salad with the most excellent dressing. We got the Mediterranean nachos which were AMAZING! These are not your run of the mill nachos. The fried pita chips brought this up to a whole new level. The chicken shawarma had a little heat to it and topped with garlic sauce and tomatoes. We thought we couldn't finish it because it was a very generous serving, but it was so good, we couldn't stop until it was all gone. We couldn't stop thinking about the nachos so we came back a few days later. We still can't get enough of this! The shop is relatively small, but clean and very cute. It's in a shopping center with Dollar Store and Maru Ramen. Service was good. You order at the front and they bring your meal to your table. Parking wasn't bad, but the plaza gets very busy, especially on the weekends. Price wise, its very reasonable with fresh and health ingredients.

    Leticia R.

    Food is fresh and, what we tried was absolutely delicious. Decent wait time. Clean and casual. A little pricey. Customer service is good and they provide a complimentary water for the table. Eat in and take out options. Will come again.

    Grace B.

    02.10.2026 - CREST CAFE - ELK GROVE, CALIFORNIA - Sometimes a craving calls for something simple, satisfying, and nourishing. That day, it had to be vegetarian--and falafel felt like the perfect answer. When I arrived, the restaurant was quiet, almost empty, and for a brief moment I hesitated. Still, something about the menu invited trust. I decided on the build-your-own falafel, choosing a warm pita filled with crisp falafel, garlic sauce, and tzatziki, along with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and a request for red onions. I ordered it to go, eager to get home before the rainy afternoon turned dark. Back at home, opening the takeout box felt like a small reward. Inside were five beautifully golden falafel balls resting atop a colorful bed of vegetables, with the pita tucked neatly underneath. The aroma alone hinted at care and tradition. The vegetables--red onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers--were dressed with olive oil and gentle Mediterranean spices, bringing brightness and depth to every bite. The flavors were comforting and familiar, the kind that remind you why simple food, done well, is so memorable. Warm, hearty, and incredibly satisfying, this falafel felt like a meal made with intention. What began as a moment of uncertainty turned into a delightful discovery. If you're ever in the mood for something wholesome and flavorful, especially on a quiet, rainy day, this is a place worth stepping into. I left already looking forward to the next visit--and that says everything.

    Sarah T.

    First time here. I ordered the build your own with rice & salad opted for the chicken shawarma with everything & chose the Creamy Jalapeno & Tazitiki sauce. Everything was so good. Loved the salad and sauces. Staff were friendly. Very clean restaurant. Be sure to clean up after yourself. I would dine here again. This is in the same shopping plaza as Dollar tree and LaBou. plenty of parking.

    Paulina L.

    Decided to try this place out since I was craving a salad I got the Mediterranean salad and it was good could use a little more dressing then they give you in the little container cup since I got it to go. It came with naan bread and which I thought was hummus but it was ranch... strange. I also got the fries which were good the fries were good and stuff and it basically was like feta with I forgot the white sauce. They give you lots too.

    Bowl.  This was a build your own. But since this first time I've been getting the Mediterranean Bowl which is fantastic!!
    Kimberly F.

    Stopped here once because of a recommendation and I keep going back! Wonderful food! Good service, always fast. The location is good, cute store with fun decor. They have a good selection of gluten free options and the staff is helpful in navigating your diet.

    Build your own: Chicken Shawarma Plate
    Tiffany B.

    I got to try this place thru door dash and it makes me want to try it in person. I was actually surprised to see how much food was included. The salad was very fresh and the rice and chicken shawarma were flavorful. All of it together made a great medley of flavors that did not make me feel guilty or like I overate. It was very light but filling at the same time. I love the build your own option because you can customize it to your likings. I definitely would like to try more from this place.

    Indoor seating with booths
    Corinna T.

    Crest Cafe has been on my list for quite some time and I'm happy I finally made the time to go! Yum yum yum. This is a modern take on Mediterranean food. As beautiful as the pics are the taste certainly meets your expectations. Inside the restaurant is impeccably clean and I love the modern design. Inviting and trendy especially with their sign that said, "Make the World a Feta Place". Didn't grab a pic because people were sitting there. Tables were quickly cleaned once parties finished their meals. The service I received was perfect as the employee was very friendly, helpful, and kind. Based off the employee's recommendation I chose the Mediterranean Nachos over the fries (sorry fries). Oh my goodness, this was amazing! Pita chips freshly made and held up extremely well as my scooping vessel. Everything tasted so fresh and the chicken shawarma...wow! I could eat just that alone! My friend got their Couscous Salad and very much enjoyed it with their garlic sauce. Wasn't quite enough what they gave so we asked for more with no issues, like an extra charge for it. Definitely Chik-Fil-A vibes here! No stinginess. :) I will happily come back here again for the Mediterranean Fries. Highly recommend you make a visit!

    Mediterranean Bowl (minus olives)

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    Food is really good here. It's very clean and the service is fine. There salads are good and their meat is halal

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    Ask the Community - Crest Cafe

    Does the Elk Grove location offer the lunch buffet like the Downtown location?

    It does not appear to be set up for a buffet at this time. The EG location is pretty small, but oh so good!

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    Very clean and nice dining experience. No frills but just a…read morecasual meetup spot. The employee made great recommendations, great value for portion size and price. Presentation is fun, but a little cumbersome to eat from. I ordered the platter with 4 skewers- chicken was cooked nicely and moist the other beef skewers were good! I wish there was a little more flavor and salt, but maybe it's a little different than what I'm used to and preference. I think if I added a little more salt, I think would be pretty happy with it. We will be returning !

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