Crema Coffee Roasting Company.

Address: 238 Race St, San Jose, CA 95126, United States
Phone: +1 408-320-4790
Services: From the business: Identifies as women-owned,
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Prepared foods, Quick bite, Small plates, Wine,
Dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, University students,
Planning:
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu,
Pets: Dogs allowed,

Category: Coffee shop
Rating: 4.3
Site: https://facebook.com/CremaCoffeeCo
Worktime:

Day	Time
Monday	7 AM–7 PM
Tuesday	7 AM–7 PM
Wednesday	7 AM–7 PM
Thursday	7 AM–7 PM
Friday	7 AM–7 PM
Saturday	7 AM–7 PM
Sunday	7 AM–7 PM

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Name: J*** P****
Date: 2024-06-25 20:42:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. Service is very slow sometimes. They only have a few employees working every shift. Coffee is good and they have a good selection of pastries. Recommended

Name: C*** C*****
Date: 2024-06-23 23:51:20
Rating: 1
Comment: I took the bus and walked in the hot sun to this location and it was CLOSED even though on Google it says that this location is currently open until 7 pm. While waiting for my ride another couple came up and tried the door thinking it was open. They don’t even have a sign on the door saying their hours or that they’re closed today. I was going to go to my usual coffee shop, but wanted to try something new today. Please make sure to update your hours and closures online!

Name: E***** A*
Date: 2024-06-16 00:22:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Great Americano, nice staff.

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Name: M***** B*****
Date: 2024-05-31 00:30:39
Rating: 1
Comment: I ordered a white chocolate orange mocha with decaf espresso (very clear in the order, double checked receipt). I can’t have caffeine because of a heart condition. I received a full caffeine (two shots) beverage which I didn’t realize until after drinking. I had to take the afternoon off because my resting heart rate was above 130 for the rest of the day. The drink itself was mediocre.My friend ordered a pistachio raspberry mocha and received an almond mocha instead.

Name: M******* D***
Date: 2024-05-12 19:27:35
Rating: 1
Comment: This place has gone down hill. I came in for coffee and a sandwich. The sandwich is ok. But the americano was watery and bland. I asked for a replacement drip coffee in place of the ameicano. I got another cup of bland, tasteless coffee, along with a complimentary cold shoulder and face from the staff (I did tip generously). Hope the owner read this and improve it. BTW, what happened to the self-serve cream and sugar? It is much easier that way.

Name: S******* L*****
Date: 2024-05-06 21:04:51
Rating: 3
Comment: Good food & coffee, but really bad service… it was like the cashier was mad at us for existing and ordering a simple meal. Won’t be returning.

Name: J** S****
Date: 2024-05-03 14:56:39
Rating: 2
Comment: Got a breakfast burrito. Notwithstanding the server gave me a ham burrito when I asked for bacon, it was the most sad, pathetic burrito possible for $15 (inc. tax and tip). A small wrap, cheap cheese, poor quality ham, completely tasteless and best of all microwaved. Honestly, just go to Eduardos.To Crema: I appreciate cost of business is high, but it would have cost you about $1-2 more to make an effort and provide a decent quality product, earning a repeat customer. Instead, I feel ripped off and will avoid you at all costs. $15 is a lot of money to feel upset at having made the decision to patronize your establishment.

Name: K S
Date: 2024-03-21 03:46:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Lovely little place with great coffee. They always do some fun coffee flavours which are so yummy. Perfect for a little coffee treat. Their larger branch on the alameda is a great spot to get some work done, or hang with friends!

Name: S*** L*****
Date: 2024-03-16 22:12:16
Rating: 3
Comment: I ordered mudslide ( irish coffee) creme cake and danish almond croissant. Service not good and coffee mugs not washed properly. Almond croissant smell and taste weird means chemical taste we felt.coffee is good but service need to improve.

Name: N*** U***
Date: 2024-03-11 20:48:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Came to do some work and take a meeting after lunch during the week. Good street parking and plenty of space inside fornseating individually or groups. Plenty of menu options to choose from and drinks. Ambiance is nice albeit the music is a tad bit too loud but not loud enough you have to yell at your guests. Plenty of table space to get work done and my dirty chai tea latte was great!

Name: A***** R**
Date: 2024-02-25 21:44:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I was here today with the meetup group that I host, there was about 30 of us all together and the staff were so friendly and helpful and everything was delicious, great coffee! And a couple of girls ordered from the seafood side and loved that as well. Thanks so much to the owner, June, and to Brianna who was working today and made it a great experience!

Name: V******* J******
Date: 2024-02-15 22:27:48
Rating: 1
Comment: The people that work there very rude, I can’t charge my computer that is the only reason I went there for work and have a Coffe with a pastry, don’t recommended that place for work.

Name: J** S*****
Date: 2024-02-09 03:31:23
Rating: 3
Comment: Neat place, very unusual to have a coffee bar inside a seafood restaurant. Parking is confusing as the signs do not specify that parking is permitted for Crema, only for Pier 402, and I didnt realize they were the same place.The coffee was decent but way overpriced.

Name: M****** W*****
Date: 2024-02-02 19:34:06
Rating: 3
Comment: Coffee is always great, and service is usually great too. Today was just an odd encounter - the lady taking my order corrected me because I said I wanted “iced” at the end. She explained how I should order and it felt passive aggressive. Typically staff here is really nice.

Name: M***** T******
Date: 2024-01-25 19:03:33
Rating: 2
Comment: Disappointed by coffee beans that I bought from them. The cheesecake also wasn’t good either

Name: T****** E******
Date: 2024-01-18 01:31:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Pleasant service great Vietnamese coffee always open confortable

Name: T***** H****** (***************
Date: 2024-01-12 01:02:46
Rating: 1
Comment: DOES NOT SERVE FOOD ALL DAY, STOPS AT 2PM. ALSO FOOD SERVED WAS NOT GOOD, MUFFIN WAS ROCK HARD AND I REFUSED REPLACEMENT BECAUSE IT WAS ALSO ROCK HARD. THEY PUT THE ROCK HARD REPLACEMENT BACK ON DISPLAY. (To put in perspective how hard it was, i could knock on it and my husband thought i was knocking on the table...)CAKES ARE DRIED OUT. DO NOT RECOMMEND EATING HERE.

Name: G** Y*
Date: 2024-01-02 21:25:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Triple cappuccino with oat milk is good to wake you up and Oreo cheesecake plus carrot cake are superb! Only the Sevice could be better, Vietnamese lady seems not in the good mood most of time. 😂

Name: D***** C**** (***** C****
Date: 2023-12-31 18:13:24
Rating: 4
Comment: Food and coffee is great here! great for catching up with friends, but if you are looking for a place to study and order coffee, there are no outlets there .

Name: S***** B********
Date: 2023-12-14 22:05:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this location…… such a family vibe even if your not family you become family here

Name: P**** A*****
Date: 2023-12-14 18:16:34
Rating: 3
Comment: Although the overall atmosphere and food is quite acceptable, coffees not great and the place looks a bit dated, but ultimately what ruined the experience was 1. No outlets/charging ports and 2. when I said weird as a reaction to it.. the cashier/barista lady, saying harshly its not weird, this is a restaurant. In restaurants, no chargers... she then proceeded to repeat herself louder so that everyone around would hear it too. I found her response to be both rude and inaccurate, being their name clearly defines it as a coffee roasting company. Kinda made me want to take back the tips Id just given her. I said nothing back and left soon after, wont be coming back.

Name: H**** T***
Date: 2023-11-24 21:24:22
Rating: 3
Comment: Coffee: 2/5. Its decent coffee. Not frothed well for lattes.Co-Working: 3/5. No charging outlets available. Plenty of space, plenty of people on laptops.Parking: Theres parking behind the shop! Its shared with a preschool.

Name: D**** B*****
Date: 2023-11-17 04:42:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice place pleasant staff. Good fresh coffee.

Name: B****** F******
Date: 2023-11-15 20:00:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Very nice barista with a very big and airy dinning area. I wish this place was here 15 years ago :)My hot cappuccino was flavorful and smooth.

Name: D**** L**
Date: 2023-10-24 04:02:20
Rating: 2
Comment: The coffee was absolutely terrible. I ordered an oat milk latte and somehow it tasted like it was a mix of powder milk and instant coffee. Plenty seats and I liked the ambience but I’m not going back…the scone was also really dry.

Name: L******* J******
Date: 2023-10-09 01:48:42
Rating: 1
Comment: Went at 5:45pm on a Sunday. There was no one taking orders. After waiting for a while, I asked the people at the restaurant and was told they were not serving coffee as they were too busy with food. So I guess coffee shop is practically closed during dinner time.

Name: N**** R********
Date: 2023-08-29 22:33:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Small selection of veggie options but overall a friendly place to have a nicely prepared meal.

Name: A******* D*****
Date: 2023-08-21 08:52:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Been a favorite of mine for over 10 years... great coffee and breakfast sandwiches.. friendly staff and beautiful art

Name: N***** D*******
Date: 2023-08-02 16:33:01
Rating: 4
Comment: Great coffee shop with some unique offerings. Went for a cup of coffee on a trip and enjoyed a lavender honey latte. Could be a bit cleaner this the 4 and not 5 stars.

Name: Y***** G********
Date: 2023-06-29 01:55:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice place, delicious coffee and friendly bartender Eric👍he was friendly. Thanks a lot

Name: J****** C*****
Date: 2023-06-24 23:00:40
Rating: 1
Comment: Rude workers. They were not welcoming at both the cafe and restaurant - looked annoyed when I was ordering and asking for the wifi information.

Name: Z****** C***
Date: 2023-06-16 23:04:24
Rating: 5
Comment: The drinks, workspace, and parking are good. However, they don’t have any outlet at all, so charge your laptop before coming.

Name: T***** K*****
Date: 2023-06-15 22:59:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Coffee was great but baked goods were extremely dry and seemed like they may be pre-made products. Go for the coffee, skip the baked goods. Had both the coconut cake and spinach feta pastry both were subpar.

Name: T**** S******
Date: 2023-05-23 20:35:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Had the lavender haze and the breakfast sandwich. The coffee itself was delicious, not too overpowering lavender flavor, but flavorful. I wasnt impressed with the sandwich, though. Would like to come back and try something from the lunch menu.We found parking easily in the front. No wait time and plenty of seating inside or outside.

Name: A****** D****
Date: 2023-05-21 11:06:01
Rating: 1
Comment: The orange mocha had no taste..it was neither orange nor mocha. Me n hubby both are having our stomachs upset later eating here..spinach quiche felt like it was there for some days..the avocado toast was cold and uninteresting too..will never revisit..😒😞

Name: A****** M******
Date: 2023-04-30 19:39:01
Rating: 1
Comment: I do not recommend this place, came in here there was about 3 people in front of me and no one to take your order. Someone had to go into the kitchen and ask for help while an employee was outside cleaning tables. Finally got our order and the 1-$10 is not true all their sandwiches are more than $10. I ordered a macchiato and it tastes like drinking straight espresso shots. We waited $30 minutes to get our full order. When I went to follow up on my food one of them shouted at me they were working on it. Where was that energy when we were waiting for someone to appear!? The sandwiches had an awkward taste to them. Spent about $80 completely not worth it.

Name: m****** j***
Date: 2023-04-30 19:34:26
Rating: 1
Comment: Not good, food wasnt good it took a while for someone to appear at the front. Coffe wasnt good either. They bring you the food in parts bad service.

Name: V****
Date: 2023-04-14 20:42:23
Rating: 4
Comment: Food is really good. Service can be slow depending on how busy they get since theres only one or two people working at a time (brunch time)

Name: S***** L****
Date: 2023-04-04 18:56:18
Rating: 3
Comment: Its a very spacious place. Lots of room if youre meeting with a lot of people. There are no visible outlets that i saw so make sure you have your power.Also. Reason for the three stars and not more is because it is attached to a seafood restaurant and so it smells like fried seafood. So if thats not your thing it wont be so good.

Name: J****** M
Date: 2023-03-31 20:39:15
Rating: 3
Comment: No outlets. Not a great place to get a coffee to do work or study.

Name: E**** R*** L*****
Date: 2023-03-27 18:27:00
Rating: 3
Comment: Coffee is ok, location is not great not a very nice place to sit outside. All the ingredients are from Costco and they use terrible oat milk… staff is very nice this place would be so much better if they just used better quality ingredients.

Name: G*** G***
Date: 2023-03-17 15:33:10
Rating: 5
Comment: The fastest coffee purchase experience youll ever have - perfect for the morning commute. The location is a little dark.

Name: a*** n**** j*****
Date: 2023-03-06 21:18:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Love their red velvet latte! They also have good breakfast sandwiches

Name: A***** R********
Date: 2023-03-05 22:45:13
Rating: 1
Comment: Rude staff. Seriously asked me if I wanted a glass for my sm btb wine. Multiple screaming children. Oh...and was sick as soon as I left the restaurant. Disappointed beyond belief. Waist of money and my time.

Name: a*** j****
Date: 2023-02-07 23:32:29
Rating: 1
Comment: Upon arriving at Crema, we ordered 2 drinks and went on a search to plug in our laptops to work for about an hour. We admired the fact that we could stay here and get coffee and then work and get dinner as well along with a glass of wine later through the attached restaurant. We had a hard time finding an outlet until we found one outside next to the space heater. We started working and were approached by one of the employees. “We can’t allow you to plug in your laptop due to safety concerns. Sorry about that.” Astonished, we unplugged and got only enough work done until our laptops died. We left without buying dinner, and without purchasing any wine. Shame. They missed out on extra business. Certainly won’t be coming back, and I can’t recommend to anyone who wants a nice environment with coffee to work at.

Name: A***** T*****
Date: 2022-12-13 01:00:30
Rating: 4
Comment: Pretty good coffee, but tea selection is very weak (Bigelow). Pastries and quiches are definitely awesome. Service has been confusing and kindof blunt at times, but I wouldnt say bad. Atmosphere would be better if it wasnt joined with a restaurant.

Name: D**** R********
Date: 2022-12-11 23:45:02
Rating: 3
Comment: First time there was disappointed thought it was a sit down place where you have someone come and take your order. The food was okay was able to try it for the first time probably will not go back.

Name: A******* F*******
Date: 2022-10-27 02:13:39
Rating: 3
Comment: The coffee was a bit watery. Not the best. We got cappuccino w/ almond milk.

Name: L***** T*****
Date: 2022-10-23 14:36:26
Rating: 5
Comment: One of my 2 favorite Coffee shops to visit when in San Jose.(The other is the Crema just down the road on the Alameda.

Name: P****** N*******
Date: 2022-10-09 18:54:43
Rating: 3
Comment: The place looks pretty good but was slightly disappointed with the drink. Tried the red velvet latte but it didnt live up to the hype.

Name: K**** M*** T***
Date: 2022-07-11 23:18:02
Rating: 1
Comment: My girlfriend and I came in to grab some coffee and food before heading out to work. Saw a lot of great reviews so thought we’d give it a try. Coffee was not good - it just tasted burnt. Whatever - no big deal. However, we also ordered a breakfast burrito, and that’s why I’m writing this review. It was taking awhile for them to make it, so I went up to check for an update. Well…it took a long time because the manager was too busy talking to a friend of hers that was in town. When I came up to her to ask her nicely if our burrito was ready, she gave me a dirty look as if I was an annoyance. My bad - so sorry that your little friend was in town and that you didn’t take the day off to hang with her. Anyways, she made the burrito - and burnt it by the way, and just threw it on the tray with that same dirty look. I didn’t even bother saying anything…wasn’t worth it since she obviously cares more about talking to her friend than running a business. Definitely won’t be coming back.Shoutout and props to the poor kid working the register AND making the coffee while the manager was hanging with her friend instead of working. Hey manager, next time take the day off next time so you don’t have to ruin other peoples day!

Name: J*** K******
Date: 2022-06-30 02:52:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Much gratitude to Nathan for making a great London Fog while he was trying to close. Thanks, Nathan. You made Crema my new tea shop.

Name: K D
Date: 2022-06-23 21:58:37
Rating: 1
Comment: Wow, not sure what happened here since they have great reviews. Was expecting something like Blue Bottle or The Verve.Short walk after breakfast at The Breakfast Club nearby.Place was pretty empty, and it took awhile for one employee to appear. The cappucino took less than 10 seconds from order, very fast. Was concerned that the plastic gallon jug of whole milk was less than half full, and looking puffy.Wanted to order cake or pastry but after seeing the few in the display looking old and crusty, decided to pass. Should have passed on the coffee too. It was horribly bitter and sour. I could not continue drinking after forcing a couple of sips. Stomach did get a little bloat, which happens when the whole milk isnt the freshest.First table we sat at was covered in grease. It seems like they share the space with a fish n chips place.

Name: E*** F**
Date: 2022-06-08 02:07:38
Rating: 1
Comment: Very poor customer service on Tuesday evening. It says they are open until 8pm but I went in at 6:40pm and was very rudely told they were closed, when it says 8. I will not be coming back

Name: C****** V**
Date: 2022-05-17 16:49:48
Rating: 4
Comment: Despite I had to repeat 3 times that I want a cappuccino, I like this place. My cappuccino is good, about a cup, $4.95. Very quite at 9:30am on a Tuesday. Parking is on the street, thats a bummer because the street can be a little busy to cross. They have some macarons and some other pick me up treats to go with your drinks. Clean area.

Name: D****
Date: 2022-05-16 19:37:13
Rating: 5
Comment: I had a breakfast burrito with bacon and the java chip drink think, they were both extremely good

Name: A** G*******
Date: 2022-05-04 17:00:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Love the honey lavender coffee here. The woman who owns this place is so friendly. If you’re looking for a quiet place to work this is it. Lots of seating. In an open space. Also and upstairs. Their other location is much busier. Tasty looking pastries and desserts…I managed to not buy any this time. It’s in the same space as Pier 402.

Name: J**** M****************
Date: 2022-04-20 16:23:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Crema lives up to the name. I got the red velvet latte with sugar-free vanilla, and oh my goodness...its so good! I cant imagine what it tastes like with actual sugar. The service was friendly and fast. I want to come back and try more of the items on the menu. Parking is located on the side of the building.

Name: P*** T****
Date: 2022-04-17 22:32:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Super cool spot! Lots of space, coffee, lunch, and dinner with space for private events.I’m definitely coming back to try the oysters.

Name: F***** G**
Date: 2022-03-09 02:26:58
Rating: 4
Comment: It is a caffe restaurant cozy and beautiful. Service was not friendly and dessert not fresh. We set outside and a gentleman was talking so loud we didnt finish our food and left. First time experience was not a good experience.

Name: M* D**
Date: 2022-03-02 07:35:48
Rating: 4
Comment: OWNERS please give the barista a raise, bonus, or help. She did an amazing job on her own trying to take an order of 5+ drinks, go to the back for more supply, and rush to answer the phone. Not to mention there was a line out the door. Coffee and service was great👍

Name: L*** H*
Date: 2022-02-27 01:29:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Delightful coffee shop with a great cuppa. The coffee was delicious and the scones were perfect. The interior was also very gorgeous.

Name: G*** J******
Date: 2022-02-22 01:16:20
Rating: 4
Comment: Coffee was good, sandwich was basic but nice and fresh. Theres a lot of space including outside. My one suggestion would be to have more interesting sandwich recipes

Name: B**** K******* T****
Date: 2022-02-01 01:35:36
Rating: 2
Comment: Ive liked Crema in its other locations, but I was extremely disappointed at this spot shared with Pier 402 -- super slow service, and then my pastry had two spots of mold on top. 🤮 I brought it back up and didnt even get an apology, just told to pick something else or get a refund.I really want to like them and for this spot to do well because Race St could use some good stuff on it, but theyll need to make some changes before Im happy eating there again.

Name: V********* G*******
Date: 2022-01-26 00:25:10
Rating: 2
Comment: On the question to barista: “Do you have power outlets here?” His answer was: “We are not the restaurant so NO”..BTW: your dirty chay is way below average too, especially for that price point ($7)!!!

Name: T****
Date: 2022-01-10 00:58:17
Rating: 5
Comment: I really like the rustic feel of this coffee shop! The young hostess was so sweet and accommodating with all my questions. Service for me is 90% of a business and the coffee I got it went great with some of the tea cookies I picked up from down the street at Yeganeh. The patio was nice to read my book although the construction across the street was annoying. But that’s not their fault ;)

Name: F******* R*******
Date: 2021-11-02 17:53:53
Rating: 4
Comment: A welcoming space with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Good coffee (brewed, espressos, lattes, etc.).

Name: S****** K**
Date: 2021-10-31 19:06:37
Rating: 2
Comment: This review is solely for coffee. The cold brew was so bitter that it is clear that the beans are subpar.

Name: K******* N*****
Date: 2021-10-24 16:50:10
Rating: 4
Comment: First time experience! This Crema Coffee is attached to Pier 402. You must order at front first, then sit and your food will be served (if you’re ordering lunch). I got the oyster po boy! It was very yummy, the bread was crunch and soft (perfect), there were 5 oysters in the sandwich. I also tried their cherry danish and red velvet white mocha latte ..also good but probably much better if I had gotten the danish baked fresh. There’s not much parking but wasn’t a problem finding parking when I arrived! Cute, chill vibes inside! Def somewhere I’d go often to work from if it were closer to me.

Name: M** I****
Date: 2021-10-21 00:43:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee. Usually not busy in the morning. We go there on Friday morning and can find parking right Infront of the store. Nice ambience. The vegetarian egg sandwich is really tasty 😋

Name: H***** S**
Date: 2021-09-04 18:12:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow! I am so glad I found this place! Crema coffee is wonderful!! The coffee is DELICIOUS! The atmosphere is wonderful. Friendly service!! AND they go above and beyond! They make all of their sandwiches here and I don’t eat meat- so they suggested some incredible things. My sandwich was absolutely delicious!! Yay! Thank you so much for everything!! I can’t wait to come back!!

Name: d***** g*****
Date: 2021-09-04 00:44:56
Rating: 1
Comment: First up dont call yourself roasting company if you just serve run of the mill lattes, Expresso and morning brewed coffee. The cafe food is also underwhelming, server served a croissant after microwaving it to a bumbling hot goo filed with chocolate, so bad! Ambience is decent I guess and quiet.

Name: F**** R*
Date: 2021-08-05 17:39:15
Rating: 2
Comment: It really doesnt live up to the name, the espresso had no crema and was super over extracted very bitter. Baristas are super nice tho and ready to help

Name: C******** S******
Date: 2021-08-02 14:53:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Great spot for a mocha. Friendly staff and good atmosphere.

Name: F**** M*****
Date: 2021-07-26 05:12:13
Rating: 4
Comment: Good coffee, good ambiance and good pastry section. Although we were not able to have pastries due to fasting reasons we enjoyed their double cappuccino. As per the price, it would have been nice to have it in a medium/ big size cup.

Name: R*** S****
Date: 2021-06-30 04:00:02
Rating: 4
Comment: Decent coffee place. Good Smoothie. Great space to hangout and chat with friends. Both indoor and outdoor seating is great. Weird that this location has a seafood restaurant alongside the coffee spot. Good parking on right side of the building.

Name: K**** G*
Date: 2021-06-17 19:44:22
Rating: 4
Comment: Good atmosphere for studying/hanging out, good coffee & pastries. BUT there’s no outlets for charging laptops. ☹️

Name: C****** Y****
Date: 2021-06-16 16:52:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Very satisfied with my latte (better than Starbucks) and the blueberry scone was delicious. Sitting area seemed very spacious, not sure if they share some of the table spaces with another restaurant (restaurant was closed when I was there).

Name: U****** K******
Date: 2021-06-03 01:17:02
Rating: 1
Comment: Just went there - there was nobody at the counter, looked like it was understaffed. I went in front of the kitchen to catch someone’s eye and then a guy wearing a cap told me to wait at the counter. So waited for 5 min again and another person queued behind me, also seeming restless and asking me if they are even serving. So I walked in the direction of the kitchen again. The same guy in cap spoke very rudely this time and started explaining the concept of a counter to me. He was probably having a bad day. But if you’re looking for a quick pit stop to get coffee, go to a Starbucks. That’s what I ended up doing.

Name: V******* V
Date: 2021-05-31 15:30:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Cafe in San Jose. If you’re looking for a delicious pastry with an incredible cup of coffee and a warm smile, then this is your spot.

Name: R****** & M*** K*******
Date: 2021-05-20 15:49:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice new locationMany of the photos here show the old location. The new cafe shares a space with Seafood Oyster bar. Coffee good. Lots of seating inside and out.

Name: A******** H*****
Date: 2021-05-08 03:15:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Its either got what your looking for it it doesnt. This location seems to be consistently stocked. It shares its location with the seafood restaurant.

Name: T********* D*******
Date: 2021-04-22 18:33:09
Rating: 1
Comment: This cafe’s asthenic is very nice and the worker herself was very polite when I first came in (even though she took some time to notice me cuz she was on her phone) but I think the cafe’s policies need an upgrade. I’ve been a barista trainer for years so I pay attention to these things. When I walked in there was an espresso shot sitting on the machine’s tray and she poured it into my cup for my latte. When I spoke up and said sorry can you pull a new shot please? Because that one is quite old (you’re supposed to use espresso shots within 30 seconds of being pulled) she did start to pull a new shot but then just poured it into my cup with the old one and pour the milk in before I could stop her... Pretty disappointed 😞

Name: J*** H********
Date: 2021-04-10 22:16:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee and I like the variety! There’s something for everyone here, and a great place to hang out.

Name: Z** W*****
Date: 2021-03-23 19:59:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Great 1st experience, it didnt hurt that my son Joshua served me. Congratulations on your new job!

Name: M******* B*******
Date: 2021-03-03 16:06:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Ah i love la crema. The one on almaden and race. The coffee is great and both spots are situated in quaint areas with outdoor seating. They have pastries, muffins etc. If thats your thing.

Name: J* R****
Date: 2021-01-27 01:50:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Actually I went to peir 402 for the best fish and chips and yes I give it a 5 you gotta try this place see for yourselves. Really good

Name: e**** a******
Date: 2021-01-25 08:10:43
Rating: 3
Comment: This was my 1st time at this new Crema location. I definitely prefer the other Crema on Alameda, because its bigger and has more employees.

Name: S******* R*******
Date: 2021-01-16 02:18:19
Rating: 1
Comment: Had a really bad experience with every dish I ordered. Coffee had too much milk despite ordering one with an extra shot, and was piping hot, more than normal. The chocolate croissant was the worst Ive had - it wasnt well done and could taste the dough inside - giving me the impression that it wasnt bakery made but a few days stale even.

Name: N**** B*****
Date: 2020-12-17 15:08:28
Rating: 5
Comment: The waiters and waitresses were all very attractive, friendly and professional. The way they deal with clients like me, I have honestly amused myself. There was a really good view of the place overlooking the whole city. It was refreshing, amazing, and lovely. Oh thank you!

Name: S**** W*****
Date: 2020-12-17 15:04:09
Rating: 5
Comment: We picked this spot because one of the best places to get coffee is here. The food is good as well. The workers are professional and polite. With lots of natural light streaming through the large glass windows, the room is stunning, minimalist, clean and airy.

Name: K******* B*******
Date: 2020-11-30 01:37:54
Rating: 2
Comment: The Borgia mocha was awfully sweet that I just couldnt go beyond a few sips. The muffin was dry and tastes stale. Overall a bad experience..

Name: R**** M*****
Date: 2020-07-11 02:38:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Super quick service, friendly staff, flavorful coffee and delicious food! (I highly recommend the veggie breakfast sandwich) I would definitely come back here again : )

Name: Y R
Date: 2020-06-13 21:50:57
Rating: 3
Comment: I suppose its not helpful to say I was a huge fan of the old Crema. The bubbly live atmosphere of the old house has given way to a small cantina style kiosk in a quiet corner.We stood for a while alone in the high ceilinged boat themed hall till someone came to take our order. He was not happy to be there and didnt talk much.After ordering, we waited for our number to be called or someone to bring us the cake and coffee outside. After 10min we went back in and saw it on the counter with no one around.So as I sip my luke warm iced mocha (though still tasty) and a rather stale cake, I do have to wonder if this is the future? Maybe one day music could liven things up.The barista still did a decent job, thus the 3 stars.

Name: G*** M*****
Date: 2020-06-08 18:51:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Great service, great coffee, and easy parking in the rear.

Name: H***** H***
Date: 2020-02-09 22:51:43
Rating: 5
Comment: This new location is great! Hours on Google Map is incorrect (as of 02/10). I wish they had more natural light upstairs. But overall this is one of my favorite coffee shops in San Jose!

Name: B*** M******
Date: 2020-01-27 17:13:59
Rating: 4
Comment: This location is now permanently closed, but there are two more locations: one at the corner of Race and The Alameda, and one on Race just south of Park. Coffee is outstanding, food is OK.

Name: S***** B***********
Date: 2020-01-26 20:13:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Sad to see one of our favorite coffee shops to close down. 😞They have another location close by, which we discovered today. It seemed bigger, with more eating options.

Name: C**** M*****
Date: 2020-01-06 00:23:19
Rating: 5
Comment: The cold brew here is great and this place is cozy and great for studying. Pop in some headphones and cram for your next exam!

Name: J****** P******
Date: 2020-01-05 07:28:43
Rating: 4
Comment: One of the best coffee shops in town with abundant seating. They had a good collection of coffee in a good price range. They do have the coffee grinding machine in store. The employees are very friendly and very quick service. They do have a cute seating space available outdoors. They even have a good collection of bakery items. The only drawback is parking, only street parking.

Name: A*** C*******
Date: 2019-11-22 03:04:53
Rating: 5
Comment: The Black Velvet Mocha was quite exceptional! New favorite place in San Jose :)

Name: M****** G*****
Date: 2019-10-09 07:04:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. Family owned, super friendly staff, delicious coffee and breakfast options too. I come here at least once a week, good place to relax also.

Name: T***** S******
Date: 2019-09-21 23:07:09
Rating: 3
Comment: Got the iced caramel macchiato and was disappointed I couldn’t get a small size since it was iced so I had to get a medium. My drink came with lots of coffee on top of the lid so I had to soak it up with napkins before I was able to drink it. The barista was not friendly and seemed like he hated his job. On the bright side, the ambiance is wonderful for studying or just hanging out and the my drink was pretty good.

Name: w***** b
Date: 2019-09-21 17:15:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive been coming here for a long time and it pleases me to know they were and still very proactive on making sure I got my order ASAP. They went as far as to take my order and checked the front patio incase Ive forgotten to check on my order.They finished my to go order fairly quickly and I shouldve notified the barista Id step aside to use the restroom (sorry guys). But just wanted to highlight their great friendly and attentive customer service. Keep it up guys!

Name: L*** T****
Date: 2019-09-14 16:39:15
Rating: 5
Comment: They dont know my name but they know my face and they always take care of me. I feel like a guest at someones bed and breakfast. I have my own space and yummy food near by as I work or read. Im super productive and chill there. I feel safe and comfortable.

Name: J*** B (********
Date: 2019-08-28 05:03:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place where you can get some work done. The tables are large and you can find a bit of privacy. The drinks are good and pastries are even better.

Name: C*** C****
Date: 2019-07-28 19:44:46
Rating: 3
Comment: Ok coffee bar like place. Lots of seating for groups, individuals, WiFi friendly. If you are not a coffee lover, and I am not, lots of teas. But, $3.50 for iced tea, not refillable, is steep. Breakfast sandwich was excellent.

Name: M***
Date: 2019-07-15 04:01:53
Rating: 1
Comment: No AC, WiFi drops all the time, totally crammed space, low grade coffee. The owner who doesnt give s... about service. Just a great place.

Name: S** S*******
Date: 2019-07-07 17:03:11
Rating: 2
Comment: The iced coffees we got were good, but the hot food I ordered was still cold in the middle. The real standout reason was the mood of the staff, though. No one seemed very happy to be there, and it was reflected in the quality of the food. Sadly, we dont plan to go back.

Name: V****** B******** S********
Date: 2019-07-05 02:05:28
Rating: 4
Comment: Better than these coffee giant chains. Calm, cozy Ambience. Good range of traditional flavours and few special flavors. Had great time

Name: J******* C****
Date: 2019-06-29 03:41:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Arrived at seven, it wasnt crowded. The service was very kind and attentive. Feels similar to a restaurant in New York I loved.

Name: G***** N*****
Date: 2019-05-21 15:34:21
Rating: 1
Comment: Terrible service. Ordered two drinks. Both to go. One came in a glass the other to go. Both made wrong. Advised them of the mistake and the lady behind the counter was very sassy about remaking a drink. When she re made it she re made it wrong and spoke with a very sassy tone. She didnt bother to pack the other drink to go either. When we told her again what our order was she says in a very sassy tone well what DID you want?. We were so frustrated we walked out without even going through the hassle of asking for a refund. Enjoy the $6 that you didnt earn!.

Name: M**** B*
Date: 2019-03-20 05:40:29
Rating: 2
Comment: The Coffee is ok but Ive had the worst chocolate croissant ever there. Greasy, old, heavy... Ive ate only 1/5 of it and still felt it in my stomach for the rest of the day. Horrible!

Name: I****** K*******
Date: 2019-03-08 16:21:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Impossible not to love this place. Outstanding coffee, great space for working or hanging out. Excellent service. Good food. Convenient location. A really great place for breakfast or a break.

Name: M****** S******
Date: 2019-02-04 05:12:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Beautiful setting, great ambiance. My friend ordered some hot chocolate and said it tasted just like milk though.

Name: J**** W******
Date: 2019-01-29 23:11:31
Rating: 4
Comment: Great quiet location to get work done. A number of tables spread out. No blaring music. Coffee was good. A number of sweets and sandwiches. Service was slow today but I believe one of the batista was on break. Will try another time. 3 hour free parking lot a block away. Price for speciality coffee - moderate. Open til 8pm which is a plus since a number of the local coffee shops close between 2pm and 4pm

Name: S***** G*******
Date: 2019-01-17 02:41:40
Rating: 5
Comment: The best! Great coffee and treats. Local family owned business that regularly contributes to commmunity.

Name: R***** J******
Date: 2018-12-29 17:09:07
Rating: 5
Comment: While I was homeless they let me sit in the lobby for awhile in the winter and never asked me to buy anything or for me to leave. A kind lady had paid a waitress and told her to let me choose any food item I wanted (because I had refused the cash the lady had tried to give me) and the waitress was nice enough not to just keep the cash, but when I had gone outside to sit at a table she came out and told me the truth and let me pick something to have for breakfast. :) Nothing but good experiences there. They also gave me water for free and were very polite about it when I was obviously homeless.

Name: M*** B******
Date: 2018-12-20 15:40:45
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a very cute, cozy and friendly neighborhood coffee place, just off the Alameda in downtown San Jose. The people there are friendly and theres a relaxed vibe to the atmosphere.

Name: G**** C*********
Date: 2018-12-10 15:40:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place, perfect coffee. And the right atmosphere to get work done.The workers here are so helpful And attentive.I like this place. Would recommend it.

Name: D**** P*****
Date: 2018-11-26 05:32:55
Rating: 3
Comment: Moderately expensive drinks with a limited menu and baked goods, Crema offers a quaint and comfortable atmosphere to study or meet with colleagues and enjoy some hot or cold drinks. Theres plenty of seating indoors and out but only a handful of electrical outlets to plug in, so its best to arrive before or after lunch & the evening rush to get a good spot. Bonus points for close 3 hour parking near by. Id recommend the Iced Mocha or or the Almond Royal for something sweeter.

Name: R****** B****
Date: 2018-10-23 20:23:47
Rating: 4
Comment: I think my expectations were too high based on the reviews. This place is solidly mediocre for coffee. Their latte was bland and I bought a lb of coffee, which has become my only drink in case of emergency stash. They do have a lot of seating and a nice vibe, so it would be a good place to hang out or enjoy a lazy morning.

Name: D*** J*******
Date: 2018-10-03 22:46:36
Rating: 2
Comment: Barrister mixed up our drinks. My friend ordered a large cappuccino and I ordered a small hot chocolate. But we got large chocolate and med cappuccino. I complained but they acted like they didnt know what I was talking about.

Name: F*****
Date: 2018-10-02 02:05:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I go to the law clinic down the street occasionally. This is my go-to spot on the way. The coffee is good. I like the selection of sweets.

Name: C*** S******
Date: 2018-09-27 23:54:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Small family business...only 3 locations and this was the best. Beans roasted daily. Great atmosphere very comfortable for all on the patio or inside. Quality food and drinks with excellent baristas on staff. Open Mike night is cool. Open till 8PM daily.

Name: G***** S****
Date: 2018-09-14 20:43:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Crema has two locations on the Alameda within a few blocks of one another. Both have great coffee, decent food, and really wonderful ambience. The owner, June, is someone who was born to take excellent care of customers. Good outdoor and indoor seating at both locations.

Name: R****** H***
Date: 2018-09-14 00:58:45
Rating: 4
Comment: The hospitality is always awesome. But the service was a little slower than normal due to a new guy at the works. We all have to start some where. I love this cafe and to have many memories.

Name: f***** m***
Date: 2018-09-01 19:58:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice large coffee place. Interior is very nice and warm feel. Plain wood table made out of a full natural wood plank. Art on wall. Ample seating outside with nice terrace. Can buy whole beans inside. Roasting machine on display inside.

Name: E**** W******
Date: 2018-09-01 08:00:42
Rating: 3
Comment: Nice, local coffee shop. Good atmosphere. Limited menu. Received cold coffee on a cold day. Hmmm, not what I was expecting. But, service is always good. Friendly staff. Well, another disappointing experience at this location. Ever since the new location opened, this one continues to go down hill. Too bad, this used to be my favorite place. Now, average is a compliment. :-(

Name: J***** H******
Date: 2018-08-21 23:46:20
Rating: 3
Comment: This is a great coffee shop to work at or meet for conversation. However, the coffee is just plane bad. But the breakfast burritos are actually super delicious.

Name: A**** M*****
Date: 2018-06-29 18:19:02
Rating: 5
Comment: The coffee and food are both great. The atmosphere is very comfortable and inviting. The service is friendly and efficient. Whats not to like?

Name: R***** C*****
Date: 2018-06-23 16:39:22
Rating: 5
Comment: I live down the street from this coffee shop and I got to say this place is absolutely amazing! They have an amazing staff theyre always busy they serve great coffee plus food to snack on.The only downside to this location that has for people who dont live in the area is that parking it is very difficult to catch a spot. But noticing the people who come here are locals around the area.

Name: K****** K****
Date: 2018-06-11 14:32:40
Rating: 2
Comment: Visited for the first time on Saturday. Loved my espresso (delicious coffee) and enjoyed the atmosphere. Very cozy feeling with lots of seating inside and out. Biggest reason I don’t plan to return is because the barista was so rude. There are other places a block away with much better customer service and great coffee, so it’s an easy choice for me.

Name: B**** E******
Date: 2018-06-03 03:16:26
Rating: 5
Comment: A very relaxed coffee spot with great coffee. A good place to bring your laptop or tablet and type away at your novel.

Name: I***
Date: 2018-05-15 02:38:44
Rating: 4
Comment: Their iced latte has strong coffee taste, which is great for me!! A lot of sitting space inside & outside.

Name: B**** S**** (*****************
Date: 2018-05-02 15:31:58
Rating: 4
Comment: Really friendly staff, good coffee. Has a really homely atmosphere. Very nice compared to the fast paced Starbucks chain.

Name: A******* C***
Date: 2018-04-19 04:05:50
Rating: 4
Comment: Great coffee in terms of quality and variety. Decorated in a very bright and yellow “morning” type of theme, which I found interesting. Casual coffee place but good food, too.

Name: L***** D***
Date: 2018-03-28 03:54:41
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a lovely place to meet with friends or customers, have great coffee and something light to munch on. OR hide from the world on your own, get some work done, or sit and read in the library nook. Free WiFi, lots of plugs to charge your devices, perfect atmosphere, and I love the patio seating!

Name: N***** H********
Date: 2018-03-22 00:00:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee and good place to work if you dont need quiet but not many outlets so lap top users be aware. Bobos bars are gluten free but not much else.

Name: C******** M*****
Date: 2018-02-24 22:02:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Good drinks, nice, quiet, and clean atmosphere, decent selection of snacks and sandwiches. All you need in a cafe.

Name: F***
Date: 2018-02-11 23:55:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Cute little place, food and drinks are good. Sometimes its a bit too noisy with the amount of people that there are, but thats mostly during the busy hours.

Name: M***** M*** M****
Date: 2017-12-16 23:02:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic sandwiches, cappuccinos and seating. The vibe is great. A wonderfully spacious place to meet, work or relax.

Name: J****** F*******
Date: 2017-11-25 16:58:13
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! My bf loves their coconut blast smoothie and I love their Vietnamese coffee. Its a mellow relaxing place I wished they had their 2nd location closer to where I live instead its like 2 blocks from the 1st.

Name: I***** A*****
Date: 2017-11-17 20:37:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Cute place, clean and my cafe latte was perfection! Pastries are fresh as well . I think I might have found my new favorite spot for coffee.

Name: J***** S
Date: 2017-11-14 00:48:07
Rating: 5
Comment: 3 pumps cinnamon + 1 pump chocolate sauce + long shot (30-32 seconds) = Mexican hot chocolate coffee.This place is great, nice staff and tasty pastries.

Name: K** E*
Date: 2017-10-01 23:24:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place either you just want to hangout with friends or read.

Name: M****** D***
Date: 2017-10-01 02:54:23
Rating: 4
Comment: My experience here was pleasant, the workers were helpful when I didnt know what to order. I originally wanted the Eggplant panini but the apparently stop serving those at a certain time. Nonetheless I ordered the veggie sandwich and it was decent. the ambiance is calm, perfect for studying. Will likely be coming back again!

Name: C******** W*****
Date: 2017-09-06 23:59:08
Rating: 3
Comment: The place does not have any air conditioning. Their coffee is good, but you cant really enjoy it in the coffee shop, just as a take out in this hot weather.

Name: N***** W***
Date: 2017-09-06 19:47:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Pretty chill place to study! Might be a bit pricey but since its open till 9pm, I gave it 4 stars for convenience.

Name: M******* S*****
Date: 2017-09-06 03:21:22
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice place. Not exactly friendly staff. Good coffee. Fun atmosphere. Addictive coffee smell. One of the cleanest bathrooms youll ever go into.

Name: J***** M******
Date: 2017-09-04 15:40:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Im not crazy about their coffee, but the place is nice, the food is pretty good, and frilly coffee drinks (especially their red velvet latte) are very good. Parking can be difficult in this area, so be prepared to drive around looking for a space for a while.

Name: A**** L******
Date: 2017-08-31 07:10:19
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place. I used to come here to study for my finals when I was at SJSU. Most of the people that frequent this place are really nice, not to mention that the staff is fantastic!

Name: P******* E****
Date: 2017-07-11 03:57:38
Rating: 4
Comment: Pretty good to try to wait on customers as soon as possible, the make your drink fast. They have a place where you can sit down inside . They have great looking icecreams, lots of different colors, I didn,t get to taste them myself yet, but they sure are proud of that special area. Real nice bakery section too. It is delicate pastry.

Name: A*** W********
Date: 2017-06-27 17:43:32
Rating: 5
Comment: The baristas are always friendly and I always get my beverage fairly quickly. Its a nice atmosphere to grab a cup of coffee with a friend or two, but its also quiet enough to do work or study. There is a nice patio area outside as well for nice, sunny days.

Name: k*******
Date: 2017-06-10 23:00:39
Rating: 2
Comment: This is an ok, though crowded place to get a coffee and bite to eat on a weekend. Nice outdoor seating, or ample places inside if you want to park and study for a while. Good looking gelato, and the blended ice coffee drinks are on point. I also got a blueberry crumb cake which was a bit of a miss - barely any blueberries :( but for coffee with a friend, not bad. Reason it gets a lower score is I find the staff rude and dismissive, like I am a bother to deal with, despite being the cutomer. Seem more interested in slapping and joking with each other than helping a paying customer. Also the WiFi doesnt work. The longer I stayed, the less I liked this place.

Name: C**** S
Date: 2017-05-14 15:11:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Best place in Downtown San Jose to have coffee and some quiet time for a book. Breakfast burrito is best in Bay imo. Friendly staff, cant recommend this place enough.

Name: N****** D*****
Date: 2017-05-01 19:36:42
Rating: 3
Comment: Nice atmosphere. Not a great coffee. I found mine very acidic coffee. It was filled with college students and young professionals.

Name: R*** m*********
Date: 2017-04-25 19:26:36
Rating: 5
Comment: I am going to say I was just talking about this Cafe that has been a mainstay for me ever since I lived right around the corner. Their outdoor patio is perfect in the summer and when Im in school it is quiet enough inside with lots of apple laptops propped open full of students, many times I see people working on projects together at the tables in the middle. They have dangerously wonderful deserts, and they make all the coffee drinks that others do. They carry a good selection of tea. They may not have expected to be the place to study at cause they could use more outlets. But all in all Its a happy coffee shop, with hip baristas and good energy.

Name: r***** b*******
Date: 2017-04-06 21:24:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Probably the best red velvet latte in the south bay and Ive been to probably 20 places that make it. Person I was with had a Vietnamese coffee & he said his was excellent as well.

Name: V***** C***
Date: 2017-04-06 03:24:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive been to this Cafe a few times and depending on when you go it can be very empty or extremely extremely crowded. There is a lot of seating but quite a few times Ive been here every last seat is taken. This cafe serves a variety of pastries, gelato, and various drinks. I enjoy some of their fruit teas and their mango smoothie. The pastries are average and their gelato is nothing special but that doesnt mean its not good. Service is usually pretty nice.

Name: C**
Date: 2017-03-06 20:42:51
Rating: 4
Comment: Great coffee, but slow service. Once it took 20min for a breakfast burrito 🌯. Great place to meet friends or study. A gem in the neighborhood

Name: M****** J****
Date: 2017-03-06 05:47:33
Rating: 4
Comment: Cozy place with very welcoming exterior and the alluring aroma of coffee that can be smelled from the sidewalk. Lots of seating room inside and a young crowd. Mocha was good and served quick.

Name: D**** C****
Date: 2017-02-26 22:16:01
Rating: 3
Comment: Cute place and friendly staff. Coffee is burnt and bitter. Badly roasted and foam poorly executed. A nice neighbourhood hangout but dont come for the coffee.

Name: V******* S******
Date: 2017-02-23 16:55:39
Rating: 3
Comment: Good atmosphere. Internet took me a while to connect, coffee shop could also add some extension cords for people using computers. Coffee was bit on tart side, but still drinkable.

Name: A****** M*******
Date: 2017-02-16 18:42:57
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a great place to get some work done if youre looking for a quiet atmosphere. They also support the groups at the Billy DeFrank Center next door. Theyre a good LGBTQ community ally and an awesome coffee spot.

Name: R***** S********
Date: 2017-01-31 18:43:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Both the food and drinks at Crema are awesome. I especially love the sandwiches, the California is Classic being my personal favorite. The WiFi works almost all the time, but its not perfect. They also have a wonderful selection of drinks including some very good iced teas with fruit in them. It can get pretty toasty in there on warmer days but for the most part its a great study spot

Name: A***** N** (*****
Date: 2017-01-22 22:29:46
Rating: 5
Comment: I actually really enjoyed coming here, the interior has some nice nooks to sit down with a laptop and work, study, or even read. The coffee is also pretty good, though the breakfast sandwiches are nothing to write home about, they are still pretty good :)

Name: M***** S******
Date: 2017-01-21 18:33:40
Rating: 4
Comment: Cozy little place, good floorplan whether youre alone or in gorups. Can be crowded though and the WiFi is a little spotty sometimes

Name: G*** S******
Date: 2017-01-17 15:11:42
Rating: 3
Comment: Great atmosphere, and nice if you like fancy sugary coffee and tea drinks. The espresso is not great.

Name: R**** S***
Date: 2016-12-15 00:15:16
Rating: 5
Comment: I sometimes arrive in this neighborhood early for dinner to beat traffic and Crema is my favorite place to sit and relax or workWith it for sitting and with the Rose Garden for walking, arriving early is a treat! (Garden is many blocks away)

Name: L***** C********
Date: 2016-12-13 18:54:57
Rating: 4
Comment: Good coffee. Spacious and clean. Small but nice selection of pastries and sandwiches. Food was delicious and fresh. Service just okay.

Name: N****
Date: 2016-11-20 17:30:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Great spot for coffee and much more: perfect coffee: Im a latte addicted, meaning I expect good creamy milk and good coffee taste in it. And Crema has it! Next to that they have nice pastries and healthy food (nice sandwiches, Quiche) and you can work, chill perfectly in this place. The best in this area! Enjoy 😊

Name: M**** L****
Date: 2016-11-07 17:27:03
Rating: 5
Comment: This is my favorite coffee place in South Bay. Lots of seating and space, free wifi, good priced (and delicious) coffee and decent food/snacks.

Name: L**** C****** Y****
Date: 2016-11-06 01:45:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee and treats! With a small cluster of couches, comfy high-backed chairs, and plenty of cozy study tables, this non-corporate neighborhood cafe is a dying breed. The interiors dark wood and rich colors are warm and inviting, and the large outdoor seating area makes for a great spot to people watch. Perhaps a little more pricy than the corporate chains, but well worth it.

Name: J***** K*****
Date: 2016-10-31 21:19:16
Rating: 5
Comment: The coffee here is great. The blended drinks are way better than frappuccinos from bux. Good atmosphere inside and a nice outdoor seating area.

Name: A***** P***** Z* (******
Date: 2016-10-29 04:10:32
Rating: 4
Comment: I love to come here on Sundays, get a botomless americano coffee and read my butt off. I usually leave once it too cold. The servicd is good althoug the Wifi is not always what you would expect.

Name: M****** Z*
Date: 2016-10-27 22:11:35
Rating: 4
Comment: Love Crema, great place to get work done but they need more outlets. I would love if they had some healthy snacks like bananas, etc. Only con is that theres times I have to leave because theres no available outlets.

Name: J******* R
Date: 2016-10-20 00:36:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Staff is amazing and welcoming. The atmosphere is easy going. Many hard working students here. Pastries and coffee are delicious. Recommend stooping in for a nice mornning, afternoon, or evening coffee and good company.

Name: S** H
Date: 2016-10-11 18:20:44
Rating: 3
Comment: This place works if you are around. Wouldnt go out of my way to go here though. Its a step above Starbucks.Pros: good variety of pastries, breakfast/lunch items, and drinks. A nice place to have something sugary. Prices are good.Cons: coffee cake was clearly a little stale and dry despite showing up early in the morning. Latte wasnt made very well (a large amount of foam) and tasted off balance, made too hot. I added an extra shot and it still tasted like it was a single shot.Overall not a big fan. If you want a good well prepared latte you are better off heading downtown to B2 and some of the other shops in that area. But this place works and their sugary drinks look really good.

Name: D***** R*******
Date: 2016-10-07 05:08:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Never had better cappuccino...than what i got here....automatically put two shots in a medium cup and i think thats what clicks. Besides the taste is truly authentic Italian...WiFi was great quality. Very friendly and efficient place

Name: L****** S
Date: 2016-09-20 03:11:24
Rating: 4
Comment: Lovely place to get good coffee and do your work. Pretty spacious and not so busy street parking. Wifi is private though. You gotta get your drinks

Name: K*** H***
Date: 2016-09-02 08:06:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Great place for coffee and getting some work done. SJ needs more places like this one. I just wish they had some more power outlets to keep the laptop charged.

Name: N*** B
Date: 2016-08-05 08:37:47
Rating: 3
Comment: //, Seemed like an OK place, but the owners dont seem to care much about their employees.Youll see better treated workers at a Starbucks.

Name: G******* B******
Date: 2016-07-03 15:59:45
Rating: 3
Comment: Its a nice space, but the lighting is pretty dark which makes studying hard. They also didnt warn my friend and I that they were closing. They started mopping and putting chairs up, we only realized because of all that noise.

Name: B**** P******
Date: 2016-01-26 00:18:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Had a really great hot chocolate there on a rainy day, the environment was nice and relaxed while I worked on some emails to catch up on.

Name: A*** J******
Date: 2016-01-21 21:33:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely excellent coffee, prompt and friendly baristas, and good pastries. Iced Mocha beats Starbucks Frappucinos hands-down. Always my favorite when in San Jose

Name: J
Date: 2015-12-14 03:00:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice study atmosphere, lots of seating, decent quality drinks and pastries.Staff could be more attentive and in less of a hurry to do... Who knows what else? There was no line.

Name: M***** M*****
Date: 2015-11-07 22:29:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Smoothest espresso in town, fruity with nice tones of chocolate. Perfectly roasted. Super friendly staff and plenty of comfortable seating to work or relax.

Name: Y***** N**
Date: 2015-11-01 01:16:17
Rating: 3
Comment: I had a specialty tea here and it was good. I had a ton of questions for the guy at the counter so he was really patient in answering all my questions as to how the teas are prepared. I asked for a light and not so sweet tea so he prepared it to my liking. I would come back if I were in the area. Seems like a good place to work on the laptop.

Name: R**** V*******
Date: 2015-07-21 02:25:32
Rating: 5
Comment: I really enjoy going to grab a blended ice coffee in the morning and sitting outside. The days are warm and the sitting outside under the shade of tree and reading is very enjoyable. And whenever i need to charge my laptop i can do so inside or out. A convenient parking lot is located near by.

Name: B******* P*****
Date: 2014-11-01 20:13:00
Rating: 5
Comment: The atmosphere and coffee are alike. They both are warm, cozy, and inviting. I highly recommend trying Crema out. I love doing my homework there while enjoying a nice drink.

Name: K****** S******
Date: 2014-10-13 18:07:42
Rating: 4
Comment: Super love this place! Great coffee, free wi-fi, cute space, big and small open tables, and they have Vietnamese coffee and yummy cakes and pastries!I tend to go cafehopping, but Crema is definitely one of those places that Id stay in all day and night. I just wish they were open past 9 pm...then this place would be a perfect study/get your life together place.

Name: K**** A*****
Date: 2014-07-31 17:56:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Friendly service! I have been looking for a coffee shop that is not Starbucks over here in San Jose, and I decided to check out Crema! I had the bacon swiss quiche, it was flavorful and the coffee was tasty. I will be studying here a lot in the fall when school starts again. Parking was very easy, there is a public parking lot one building down, free for 3 hours. I sat outside on their adorable patio sprinkled with trees and flowers and enjoyed my food and a good book. Go check it out!

Name: F******* M******
Date: 2014-06-23 03:06:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Good smoothies as well as coffee. I always get a sausage croissant or breakfast burrito on the weekends. The atmosphere is cool with a lot of local art on the walls. Outdoor seating. Free wi-fi too.

Name: R**** D****
Date: 2014-04-02 01:17:00
Rating: 4
Comment: Coffee is good, for isnt as good but the pastries are delish! Comfortable environment to sit and read. Really nice patio as long as you arent upset by the local weirdos. Im not, I love sitting in the patio area in summer.

Name: K D
Date: 2014-03-03 03:13:21
Rating: 4
Comment: Great everything-coffee, snacks, baristas, outside seating-except the owner, shes awful. Ill leave it at that. Go, enjoy the place and cross your fingers you just dont encounter her.

Name: R****** D***
Date: 2013-07-06 03:50:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee.Sorbet selection is a plus.Superior WiFi for a coffee shop.Quaint atmosphere with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

Name: A*** R*************
Date: 2013-06-30 01:00:52
Rating: 3
Comment: Great decor and service but they need better baristas. Barefoot coffee blows them out of the water in terms of quality espresso

Name: S** D**
Date: 2013-06-04 22:29:01
Rating: 3
Comment: The brewed coffee there could be stronger and thicker of a brew. Im hard core on varietal coffees and not much into frapps and other Starbuck-rized types of drinks. I tried a smoothie once but it was way too watery and bland.The service can sometimes be inconsistent depending on who is working but is generally good. It is a family owned place and the owners really care about what they are doing.Desserts there are good if they havent stayed in the case too long. Ive not tried their other foods and they recently got gelato in which Ive yet to try yet.I am there often as it is almost across the street from me though I would be there more often if they carried more tea options and pumped up their coffee brew.

Crema Coffee Roasting Company.

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