We stumbled upon this cafe on their literal final day of being open (October 19, 2024) after deciding not to wait in what would've been a two hour line for a coffee shop around the corner. This shop, owned by a couple who have decided to retire after 32 years of running this cafe, is small and quaint. They sell homemade pastries and tarts as well as drinks. My latte did not disappoint and the almond tart I got with it was yummy too. Best of luck to the owners as they embark on a new chapter in their lives! read more

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It says on open Yelp and there's a sign on the door saying they're supposed to be open now, but no one is here. Not even a BRB sign. Ugh

09/01/22 Love this little Cafe with homemade goodies. It's rare for me to be able to find restaurants that make their own quiche. I had the ham with veggie and it was so tasty. I'm going to dig into my peanut butter and oatmeal cookies later. Too full from thr quiche. I'm not sure why Yelp has that this business as closed with no option for us as consumers to submit the hours. It's open. Google maps will have you go through the back but there's also an entrance to the building on the Lake Street entrance. The gentleman that served me was such a sweetheart. I miss that type of customer service. I'll definitely be back since I work around the corner and know they are actually open. read more

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I was killing time before my class and decided to visit La Cafe Creme. I was a little confused about the location but once I was inside the building I found the cafe! It's the cutest cafe I've ever been to. Not because of spectacular interior design or trendy drinks, but because of how homey it felt as soon as I walked through the door. There was an older man working there, who I'm assuming is the owner after reading the previous yelp reviews. He's very sweet. I ordered a vanilla almond milk latte and he offered to put more vanilla if I needed some. The coffee itself is delicious. It was the perfect flavor and it wasn't too sweet- just how I like my lattes. I wish more people knew about La Cafe Creme, this place is severely underrated and I can't wait to try more of their coffee drinks and delicious pastries they have on display. read more

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Wonderful cafe in an elegant setting, with some of my favourite Lebanese dishes. The vegetable soup, chicken sandwich, chocolate cookie, and marzipan pastry all tasted fantastic. Lots of parking at the back ( South Lake Avenue Parking Lot) Highly recommend this cute cafe. read more

Lovely quaint cafe next to Verizon. My dad and I walked in after upgrading my phone. I ordered a cappuccino. The sandwiches and pastries are home made and I look forward to returning to try them. read more

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Hidden Gem.... very nice lobby... food is good... price reasonable... nice owner... walked by thos place for uears on Lake Ave and never knew it was here. Good find! read more

Le Cafe Creme - Quiche very good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The owner is gracious, and we liked the quiet ambience, the roasted chicken sandwich was very good and The savory ricotta cheese and spinach pastry was alo tasty. read more

I can't believe I hadn't found this place until I randomly spotted it on Google Maps. I've walked by the Colonnade SO MANY TIMES and never had any idea there was this little cute and homey mom and pop cafe! Hunted it down to see if the cafe was still there, and there it was! The gentleman was so kind and went above and beyond when I asked questions. He said he makes everything in his kitchen next to the register except for the spinach pastries (folded in three or four ways). We got spinach quiche, almond croissant, peach tart, and chickpea salad. Total was $22.50. There were sweets to savories including quick lunch options - sandwiches and salads. The selection might be rather small, but that way you know he keeps things fresh and he's specialty is focused! I personally think it's so much better than seeing all kinds of things that's been sitting for days or just not taste good! I ate the almond croissant on my way home so no pic, but WOW!!!!!!!! Seriously! I love croissants and care greatly about their quality. It was so crispy on the outside, and buttery and flaky on the inside. I There was good amount of almond filling and it was mildly sweet, pronouncing natural almond flavor more than anything else. I loved it!! I mauled it before I got home. Don't be fooled by the size of the broccoli quiche! It's so filling! I loved how the crust was still so dry (not soggy) even after leaving it in the fridge for all day. The texture was so good and the filling had good balance of cheese and egg. Not too cheesy or too eggy. The texture was dense and creamy and the roasted broccoli provided good substance, flavor, and texture to the overall richness. The chickpea salad tasted homemade! And the fresh parsley adds freshness to it. I would've personally liked it a little more tangy, but generally speaking it was not too salty or anything -- tasted healthy, fresh and homemade. Haven't tried the peach tart yet since the quiche really filled me up, but we're definitely going back. Overall impression is that the gentleman has good palate and skills to pull off delicious homemade style (not too fancy), wholeheartedly made sweets and savories and I felt like he really cares about what he provides to his customers. Made my heart warm and belly happy. Hope they'll be more visible so other people can really enjoy their delicious goodies they have to offer!! Side note: business hours are Tue to Sat from 9am to 5pm read more

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I stumbled upon this little gem while I was needing to kill some time and it was the perfect little place to study while I waited. I look forward to coming back soon. Pros: They have a great selection of coffee, tea and snacks. The prices are very reasonable and the service is friendly and attentive. They have seating inside of the cafe as well as several tables outside of the cafe near the fountain. They have a huge selection of teas - I ordered the earl grey and it was smooth and perfect. I met the owner, Samuel, and he runs this little cafe purely out of pleasure and his wife runs the lingerie store a few stores down (how cool is that!). Cons: None! I really enjoyed everything about this sweet little cafe. The prices are good, the quality is up to par and the atmosphere is comfortable. Tips: Say hi to Samuel! He is the owner of the cafe and he is such an awesome person to chat with and is so knowledgable about the world (as well as his coffees and teas!). read more

Great place for a cup of coffee and a treat to eat. Located inside the Colonnade on South Lake Avenue. Coffee to your liking, and tables and chairs just outside in the courtyard. Friendly service and a good selection of bites to eat with your coffee. Very relaxing. Plenty of parking in the South Lake Avenue parking lot on Shoppers Lane. Entrance to the colonnade from Lake Avenue, as well as Shoppers Lane. read more

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The most kind , honest people! I've been coming here almost daily since is super close to my work .Sam and his wife cooks the most delicious and fresh baked goodies !! Not to mention the coffee , sooo good ! I love coming here , and they always save me when I have nothing to eat . I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! read more

Visited for the first time- didn't know this place was here. Went here based on reviews. First of all the gentleman who helped me was very sweet. There was no wait and service was quick. I had a mocha and the ricotta cheese pastry. Sadly, both were subpar. The coffee tasted burnt and the pastry was just "fine". I would not order it again. I love that this is a little mom and pop shop but I don't know that I will come back. read more

Cute quaint little coffee shop inside a quiet plaza. The owner was very sweet and made us feel welcome. The pastries and coffee were good.

Their peach/apricot danish was amazing! Service was great and the ambience was so cute! I'd definitely come back again.

This is a small little café in the Colonnade, around where the fountain is! I came here to kill some time and got a great large iced café latté. It comes unsweetened and there's sugar/half&half/milk on the side of the counter, like your usual coffee place. There was just one person working when I was there, and he was so nice! I love the cute little tables out by the fountain, which are reserved for customers of Le Café Creme. The seats are filigreed metal that match the tables, but there's seat cushions on them so they're nice and comfy. For restrooms, you can ask for a key to the ones upstairs. read more

Today I got my hair done in a nearby shop and decided to stop in for a quick snack and drink. So happy I stumbled upon this little place! The man working there was really kind and helpful. I ended up getting a vegetable quiche, chocolate croissant, and a mocha latte. All so delicious! I can't wait to go back to try out more of the menu. read more

I found this hidden gem from Yelp when I was searching for some quiches near my workplace. The quiches are really delicious. I believe I have tried all quiches, and they were all so yummy. The iced chai latte is also really good here. It could be the yummiest iced chai latte I have ever had. I always get one when I go to this cafe. Recently, I tried some of the sandwiches (spinach and feta, garlic chicken, ham, and tuna sandwiches), and the blueberry scone. They were all very tasty as well. The cafe also sells soups, which are available mostly during cooler months, and I already plan to try them, too. Sam, the owner of this cute little cafe, is really nice and cordial. His wife, Rose, is also really nice and cordial. They treated me like family. So far, I am loving all the food and drink I have gotten from this cafe. Seems like all the food and drink sold at his cafe are really delicious. Sam is very talented in creating delicious food and drink he sells at his cafe. As what some other yelpers said, the location of this cafe is quite hidden. Not many people know the location of this cafe. Otherwise, I am sure there will be more people coming to this cafe. read more

I felt right at home here, fresh sandwiches, soups, delicious pastries and excellent coffee. Sam the owner is the kindest man you will meet, overall a very pleasant experience and I will definitely return when im in the area! read more

Great turkey wrap and this is so huge enough for TWO people!!!! So Big and only $4.95, Sam you have a gem of a little shop here too bad it's located inside this medical building so hidden away and no one can see it or i believe a lot more people would be eating here! read more

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This place is so cute. I tried the spiced chai tea latte and it was very tasty. They also have good size half sandwiches that are real good especially the brie with basil for under 4 bucks. I loved their assortment of chocolate and pastries. It was so hard narrowing it down. My sister and I really enjoyed our lunch here. I'm so glad I found this hidden gem. read more

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Wow.. I guess I've never had a real chai tea until I came here. It's conveniently located right under my doctor's & what drew me to this place was the name, the coziness...the giant chalk board. Lol This place can be easily missed or looked over but it is truly a hidden gem. First time I tried it, I didn't read any reviews didn't check Yelp, just wanted a nice hot drink. Ordered the Chai Tea & got the small because I wasn't sure if it would taste good or not & ahhh major regret for not getting the larger size!! The chai was very hot, punched me in the face with flavor & was a lil frothy. Now I look forward to going to the doctor's so when I leave, I can buy my delicious Chai. Only thing that sucks is that they have ruined Starbucks & Coffee Bean for me & when I do stop coming to the doctor's I know I'll crave it..Meaning I'll have to wait til the end of my work day & go out of my way for it but SO WORTH IT! Yum yum, glad I found you Cafe Le Creme! ** If you are looking for this place ON Lake Ave, it's in the same plaza as Sansei so park there & walk on in to grab your yummo drink! read more

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Since Sam is the "MAN", he's probably the person I spoke with. I called Le Cafe Creme because of all the GREAT reviews that are found on Yelp! And when I called, I told him that I was calling to get pricing for boxed lunches for 100 people, as I need to prepare a budget. He said, "you will need to come in. We don't do that over the phone". Then HE HUNG UP!!! I don't have a problem with his request to come to the restaurant to discuss a simple boxed lunch order for 100 people, but I don't appreciate that he abruptly hung up the phone. Every other restaurant that I called was kind, gracious and helpful. I guess, we just will have to go without ever trying Le Cafe Creme, because I will not spend money with anyone who does not understand common courtesy, let alone customer service and gratitude. In addition, I will not patronize this establish personally, nor attend with my family. Life is too short, and there's just too many great restaurants in the area. read more

You have to visit Cafe Creme! The food is unbelievable~ the best service ever! read more

AMAZING! Best green tea matcha latte ever...enjoyed this while waiting for our table. Then, I ordered the avocado toast which was delicious! I was with a group of people and everyone's meal was equally, unbelievably delightful. It's all homemade and cooked with love. It's the best breakfast place I've ever been! read more

I'm staying with a friend and wanted to grab some coffee. It was a quick walk from her apartment and did not disappoint. I got an iced vanilla latte and a cinnamon walnut muffin and both were delicious. Great little coffee shop. Will definitely be going back whenever I come to Pasadena. read more

I stumbled upon this place when taking a shortcut from the back parking lot to get to Shopper's Lane. It looked so cute, and I just knew I had to try it! Came back again and was sad to find it was closed. Just as I was walking away, the owner came and unlocked the door. Hmm, okay. It was the middle of the day? Anyway, it had chairs and tables set up inside the cafe, and outside (it's actually housed in an indoor "mall") next to a bubbling fountain. Adorable! Except, I feel like it's kind of sketch sitting by yourself in a dimly lit place just drinking coffee. Most of the stores in this place are closed every time I go through there, no matter if it's a weekday, weekend, morning, or night. Very odd. The prices for this place are very reasonable. I got an americano with soy and added splenda to it. The gentleman (the owner, I assume) was just friendly and helped me out very much. Unfortunately, I forgot to specifiy that I wanted it iced. And it was in the middle of the summer. At 3 PM. Geez. Anyway, when I finally got myself home and sufficiently cooled down, I found it was very delicious! I had to keep asking him for more soymilk, because he didn't quite put enough for me, but he was very accommodating and did just so. There are some food items on the menu, and some pastries+cookies on display. I wanted to get a croissant to go along with my coffee, but I noticed a tiny, tiny gnat buzzing around. Definitely not my thing. Also - another thing that I noticed was weird was the absence of sound, or music. It was simply very, very quiet. Maybe if they played some background music, I'd be more willing to stay and linger over a cup of coffee. read more

Truly one of the best places to get a coffee and a hot sandwich. The Brie & Basel Panini is to die for. Every drink whether it be cold or hot is fantastic. The service is perfect, Sam is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. read more

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I visit whenever I'm in the area (every few weeks). I love the Brie and basil sandwich, which my goddaughter's husband says is one of the best sandwiches he has ever eaten! Also love the homemade pastries and quiches!! Thanks you for your wonderful food!!! read more

Best home made fresh good ever! And their drinks are better then any franchise ever!! It's a family run place and they treat you just like family :) oh yah and the scones are baked fresh every morning read more

The owner said he'd been there 23 years, and I can see why it is still going strong! Great service, loved our sandwiches and coffee, and he gave my daughter a free granola bar :-) The ingredients in the sandwiches were a cut above. read more

The cafe is cute. The man is nice. I tried the Brie and basil sandwich. The Brie cheese was too strong, left a bad after taste in my mouth.

Where do I begin I could write forever how great this places is family owned and operated greatest muffins and pastries wonderful coffee also prepares daily fresh lunch items sum are from all over the country I like the variety..::Sam the owner is the best read more

No complaints . I read the reviews and decided to have lunch today on my own for a change . Sam, the owner was there . I couldn't help think about the review one person wrote about ordering 100 lunches on the telephone . Sam wasn't rude at all. He was elderly and worked alone . I can't imagine him making 100 sandwiches on his own and if he did actually hang up, he probably thought it was a joke . I have lived about 5 miles from this area for quite some time and have never seen or heard of it. It is rather difficult to find . Tip: it is in the building attached to the side of a Verizon store . It's in the Colonnade building . I ordered a tuna sandwich on a baguette. It was simple and good. Again no complaints . He wore gloves, which is much appreciated . He generously spread it on the baguette and asked if I cared for lettuce and fresh tomatoes . Then he put it on and asked if I would like sweet pickles or peperoncini on the side. I asked for water and I tried an oatmeal nut cookie. The cookie had a great flavor and consistency . However, it wasn't freshly made as the baguette sandwich . He is a clean man and never rushed or Ignored me . I felt sorry for him because it was his lunch time . I ate in his place , while he ate by the lovely and quiet indoor courtyard right in front of his restaurant . He would look up from time to time to see if I needed anything . I saw him prepare something special for his customer and friend . It was soft sort of soft white cheese with sliced tomatoes and a sliced Persian cucumber with Mediterranean olives. His main concerns were making his costumers happy, cleaning, and serving the food hygienically and making certain each order was correct . So he may not answer the phone . Again, no complaints . If the cookie would have been freshly made that morning , I would have given it a five . If you like coffee, simple sandwiches, and want a quiet place, good service, and this is a place for you. read more

Le Cafe Creme is a little coffee shop in The Colonnade on South Lake Ave. It's pretty hidden and unassuming. However, Sam makes the most incredible sandwiches and soups!! I work in the area and am so glad I found this hidden gem. The Potato & Leek soup is amazing, the Butternut Squash soup is to die for, and the sandwiches with brie and mozzarella cheese are delicious. And the best part, Sam, the owner, and his wife Rose, are the sweetest people. If you are in the area, definitely stop into Le Cafe Creme for lunch!! read more

Sams awesome... small shop with limited selections of food/drinks.. but the service is superior and whatever Sam does have on hand has been great tasting thus far! read more

We love Sam and everything he makes. "Nuff said.

Love this little sandwich shop. Inexpensive. Garlic chicken sandwich is my favorite. Quiche is good too. Indoor patio seating. Mom and pop owned. Not a huge menu but great for a quick bite. read more

La Cafe Creme is located in The Colonnade and a little difficult to find. The shop itself is very small with about three table to sit and eat. The owner Sam was very nice and makes your order quickly. We ordered turkey and ham sandwiches. The meat to bread ratio was good and the French roll was very fresh. Overall it's a good sandwich. read more

Love Sam and Rose. I have been going to Sam for my morning coffee for the past 9 years. He's the man