The Crema Cafe
Cafe · Seal Beach ·
European-inspired cafe with breakfast classics & patio
European-inspired cafe with breakfast classics & patio
"After about a decade in Harvard Square, Crema Cafe closed when building ownership changed; co-founder Liza Shirazi said they tried hard to secure a new lease but were unable to, and the space has since been taken over by an out-of-town chain." - Eater Staff
"An intimate $250 charity dinner to benefit recovery efforts on Maui will take place at the Cream Cafe in Seal Beach on Wednesday, September 6, featuring dishes from Amar Santana, Rainer Schwarz, Dean Kim, and many more." - Farley Elliott
"Crema Artisan Bakers in Seal Beach was founded by Tarit Tanjasiri in 2006. In 2012, Crema expanded with a wholesale location in Irvine. Disney dessert lovers might recognize its Pop-Tart-inspired hand pies, which are sold throughout the parks in Anaheim. At Artisan by 7 Leaves & Crema Bakery, you can taste most of the bakery items plus the croffle, a croissant-waffle hybrid served with vanilla cream, salted caramel, or jam." - Jenn Tanaka
"Tarit Tanjasiri opened the pet-friendly Crema Cafe in Seal Beach in 2005. Just walking distance to the sand, the European-inspired bakery serves classics and newer options side by side, like a quiche lorraine or a breakfast crepe (Crema’s version of a breakfast burrito stuffed with scrambled eggs, potato, chorizo, cheese, and avocado). Don’t overlook the simple stuff, either, like the strawberry Nutella crepe and avocado toast." - Jenn Tanaka
"A long-running and popular Harvard Square cafe that was closely associated with Liza Shirazi (and later staffed in part by Steve “Nookie” Postal) closed after its building was sold to an investment company in 2017 for $108 million. The closure sparked commentary about rising rents and the encroachment of chains on independent restaurants; the owners say the cafe’s menu items and spirit will live on in their new ventures." - Dana Hatic
