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4 stars 36 reviews

Cafe Crema

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Bellevue
West Vancouver, BC  V7T 1C3

(604) 922-2294

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4 star rating
September 26, 2015

Staff was friendly, but my latte wasn't particularly amazing and it's not a particularly good place to study.

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4 star rating
June 18, 2015

Highly recommend to those who have been accustomed to quality espresso and hate settling for less!
Stopped in after a morning run to grab a quick drink. Service was courteous and timely. Found the shop via yelp, read some reviews and based my order off praise of the crema specialty drink. It was excellent! Didn't ask a barista but almost positive it was a cortado, which I rarely drink, but glad... more

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4 star rating
March 26, 2015

One of the best coffee shops I've found in greater Vancouver. Milk was steamed to the perfect temperature, Phil&Sebastian espresso pulled beautifully - my crema cappuccino was absolutely perfect.

Great atmosphere, so close to the waterfront and the perfect spot to stop after a good bike-ride. They have a full brunch menu and absolutely epic pastries. The almond croissant I had was packed full... more

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4 star rating
December 04, 2014

Sweet damn. That crema cappuccino is creamy as all hell.

.. I am tempted to end my review there, as the Crema cappuccino is my sole reason for naming this my favourite cafe in the city. I don't know what they do to the bloody thing but it is some of the smoothest coffee I've encountered. It's like drinking velvet - there is no bitter note here. My friend, who loathes coffee, will drink their... more

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4 star rating
October 15, 2014

I came here for a sandwich around 1:00pm today. After a very long wait, I finally received it...the wrong sandwich. They served me Pork (ham) instead of Beef (smoked meat).

I had them grill me the correct one after another wait, but that one had an absurd amount of cheese that I had to scrape off.

The drinks and snacks are ok, but I will never do another sandwich here.

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4 star rating
September 19, 2014

I often stop in here when biking in West Vancouver because of the great bike parking. They have a small patio with bike racks in front of the cafe. Their coffees are smooth and sandwiches are tasty and well priced. They also have a variety of great looking desserts.

Because they are so busy it always feels messy and sticky inside.

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4 star rating
July 21, 2014

This isn't your typical coffee shop. The Cappuccino and Lattes are velvety and delicious . If you have a sweet tooth, you'll think you died and went to Heaven. Everything is made here. Everything is fantastic , and I'm admittedly " picky". From a Raspberry CoffeeCake to the absolute best Tiramisu I've ever had....ever! Unbelievable selection of desserts. They also have great sandwiches served... more

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4 star rating
July 19, 2014

We had a latte and peanut butter cookie here after a crabbing session at Ambleside Park. The latte was excellent. Good espresso. Awesome foam, nice latte art. The cookie was big and moist and yummy. Their free water was mint and lemon infused, which my SO loved.

Love the decor - the vertical framed succulents, the big landscape drawing, etc.

Would give 5 stars if prices were a little lower... more

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4 star rating
May 30, 2014

Wow, what a great place in West Van! The boyfriend and I stopped for a coffee before going off to hike in Lighthouse Park. He got a cappuccino that he said was pretty tasty, and grabbed me a blueberry oatmeal muffin. The baked goods are so tempting! The oatmeal was delicious, but I wouldn't have been opposed to more blueberries.

This place has outdoor seating for those days that are few and... more

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4 star rating
May 14, 2014

It was a real treat to start the morning here and have some of there deliciously crafted espresso. The regular coffe that my husband got was ok. They have a variety of sweet treats, pastries, and sandwiches but I didn't feel like trying any of them. The cheddar & bacon scone looks great though and it was not your typical kind of scone. It's soft and a little flaky and not as dense and dry as... more

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4 star rating
February 10, 2014

What a horrible cafe. They offer c@!%!y and slow service. Would never come back again.

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4 star rating
November 08, 2013

I have been here a few times, the coffee, tea and specially the products are good, I like the outside tables but the outside area is too narrow and the number of tables are not enough. This coffee shop have large south side windows which make it perfect for sunny days if you have enough time to seat and enjoy it.

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4 star rating
August 10, 2013

A friend of mine and I go for a walk along the sea wall in West Vancouver every Sunday. It's super relaxing and guarantees I get out each week no matter how chaotic work has been.

Crema is in a great location. Right in the middle of West Van shopping area, and a close walk to the sea wall. They have a small patio and lots of space to sit inside. It's quaint, its cute and the staff are super... more

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4 star rating
March 03, 2013

Would probably be better if you were a local and have nothing else to do all day.

Slow. You wait in line for a long time to get your coffee and the servers want to chitchat with everybody they see. Even people not in line.

The place is in a good location. And after a while the atmosphere became decent. The coffee was okay, nothing too special.

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4 star rating
October 29, 2012

Love Cafe Crema. I can't resist the blueberry muffin! Great atmosphere :-) thank you guys.

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4 star rating
October 07, 2012

Espressos was one of best I have had in Vancouver.

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4 star rating
September 15, 2012

Nice selection but staff are not very friendly.

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4 star rating
August 19, 2012

After unsuccessfully attempting to hike cypress due to October-like-weather-in-middle-of-August we decided to head back to town for some brunch.
I had had an early breakfast bagel from Whole Foods so opted for dessert, which was in form of an all bran pumpkin muffin accompanied by their house coffee.
We had a big group so found a cozy and nice table to sit at in the back and enjoy the view.... more

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4 star rating
May 01, 2012

Wow....i cant live with out coffee and to this day i cant figure out what it is about crema that makes their lattes sooooo amazing! honestly the best coffee i have ever had, ill keep going back for more hopefully they will stay open for the next 60 years :-)
Almost forgot if your hungry try the turkey club sandwich very yummy

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4 star rating
April 15, 2012

This place makes truly beautiful coffees! Chris and I flew in from Ontario (she from Toronto, me from Ottawa) to surprise my sister - "Beandar", aka Roanna - for her upcoming birthday. Roanna's husband, Rhett, helped to coordinate this event, by inviting friends to meet them there, giving them a good excuse to dawdle over coffee. This also gave us time to arrive, as the Lion's Gate bridge was... more

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4 star rating
March 20, 2012

Great coffee as always! I have to admit that the new, white ambiance diminishes the crema feel.

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4 star rating
March 08, 2012

* Too long bitterness*

When a very short line at a cafe takes TOO LONG, it makes me bitter.

When it seems like the staff at a cafe has been working TOO LONG, it makes them bitter, which in turn makes me bitter.

When a cafe is full, but customers are camping at tables TOO LONG after they have finished their purchases, it makes everyone bitter.

When an espresso shot is TOO LONG with a light... more

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4 star rating
January 26, 2012

I came all the way from North Burnaby to West Van, with some friends, just to check the reputable 'Cafe Crema' out! And to be honest I was not very impressed with the experience! :S *sigh*

Cafe Crema has a nice location within west van (of course), lots of regulars in the cafe, and the cafe's decore is rather relaxing. But the place doesn't stand out as a featured attraction in the area!... more

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4 star rating
January 08, 2012

JJBean coffee?! You got me at J....
Not only was their medium roast perfect. I thouroughly enjoyed my WARM berry coffee cake!
Cool space inside, and if it's sunny, soak it up outside!
Will be back for more creme de la creme

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4 star rating
January 04, 2012

Simply loved it!!

My family and I went hiking on the last day of 2011 and ended our journey here at Crema!! This place was busy. Fortunately all eight of us were able to get a seat by the fireplace to enjoy a warm drink and a delightful sandwich (or two =p).

The staff there were friendly. The kids had hot cocoa (good enough for them not to share their bev =P). The grown ups, coffee (who would... more

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4 star rating
November 10, 2011

They had me at JJ Bean coffee beans...
...they won me over at a perfect Americano with a 14 second dwell time.

PERFECTION!

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4 star rating
October 25, 2011

I absolutely love their egg salad sandwiches, but there are about three different female staff members that are extremely rude. They do not know enough to even answer your "hello" or "thank you".
So, if you want attitude from moody little girls, this is the place to go to.
These girls need to realize that if it weren't for us as their customers, they would be out of their... more

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4 star rating
November 01, 2010

In the mood for a top shelf Coffee? This cafe delivers big time.
Whether you're a Latte person, Espresso or Americano, they turn out a fine product - and there are not "better options in the area".
The edibles are fresh and tasty - try the mini carrot cake cup cakes for the sweet factor.
I notice that other reviewers like to dock points claiming this cafe to be expensive. Wake up. You get what... more

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4 star rating
October 31, 2010

People seem to love this place. It's usually busy. The sandwiches and treats look great, but I'm knocking off one star because all the espresso drinks are 2 shots and they charge more for a large americano, which is just more water. The cashier couldn't explain that one. The espresso itself is ok, not amazing, but probably one of the better options in this area.
This shop was very busy when I... more

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4 star rating
September 21, 2010

I've been here twice now, and while the espresso is decent, it's not all it was cracked up to be. Meanwhile, the food is expensive and trends towards the uber-indulgent; the seating areas are messy, dirty, and overrun; the menu board is a power-sucking projector display; the art on the walls is amateurish (irrelevant, maybe, but still annoying); and the place appears to be run by teenagers -a... more

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4 star rating
August 23, 2010

Five stars, hands down. I eat everything and get fat. The shots are pulled with real skill and knowledge, and the food... is divine. Both the pastries and the sandwich-type fare are gourmet-quality.

The staff are also incredibly friendly and engaged, and will treat you like a welcome regular when you get to that point.

The only downside are the other customers. Just sigh quietly to yourself... more

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4 star rating
May 16, 2010

I don't really know why i avoided this place for so long. Maybe because it kind of had a pretentious west vanny vibe.. but really the coffee was amazing. Utilizing a JJ Bean for expresso, and a two other unique tasty beans (one from Calgary and one from California) for there french roast and drip coffees. I am guessing they pick which beans they like best and pass it on to there customers. A... more

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4 star rating
March 12, 2010

Fantastic morning spot - will give you all the energy you could need in a day. I could stare at their selection of baked goods for an hour. They are all beautiful, delicious, and house-made every day. 'It's All Good' muffin is one of my favorites - made with 'all good' ingredients. Lots of gluten-free options, too. Baking aside, Crema serves one of the best cups of coffee in the city and has... more

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4 star rating
September 28, 2009

Crema, got to bump you up a star. Overall, one of the best shops in north and west Van. with consistent quality of product.

Still loving that you have non gluten peanut butter cookies. Most of the pastries look fabulous.

Grab a table outside and enjoy the sun. The people are friendly over here and there's usually a canine tail- wagger or two.

The proximity to West Ambleside beach is the bomb... more

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4 star rating
June 14, 2009

5 Stars
I still remember how popular this location used to be when it was first built! Serving french pastry, coffee, etc. It was HIP! But that was the 80's BABY!! Times have changed! A few different places have gone through this place - the Crema seems like a SUCCESS!!

The Latte -
Extremely smooth!! One of the best I've had on the North Shore!

The Crowd-
Typical West Van Customers! Older... more

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4 star rating
November 16, 2008

There is nothing better than their traditional cappuccinos! Finally someone who cares to make it the way I'm used to drinking it in Europe. My mom and I go almost every Sunday before our walk on the seawall in West Vancouver. They have a very nice owner who always asks if everything is okay, they make fresh-baked goods and panini, coffee cakes and biscotti. This is not for someone on any type... more

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