I'm going to write this review in both English and Italian.
Having an Italian wife, at some point I was surely going to gravitate towards La Crema SicilianA... We went for breakfast a number of times but this was the one time I will surely remember for the some time, for two reasons - this was the first time we went out to an eatery post COVID lockdown. Business had returned to nearly normal and at least for this establishment, the shop had a lot of customers. No surprise there. The staff was helpful and the owner (I'm 99% sure that she is, but anyway) remembered us from 4 months earlier, including my order! With all her many customers, that is saying something! It is these little things that make a difference between excellent and superb service.
The second reason why this review is that during the lockdown I had spent nearly 2 months working on home improvements that made me feel like an old man, with all the lifting, sanding and what not. When we went to La Crema SicilianA, I had just finished my DIY project the day before. As soon as that gorgeous pastry, made a few minutes earlier in the kitchen upstairs (you can spot the chef making them), all the aches in my body melted away as I tasted that goodness! It was the unmistakable taste of Italian pastry that makes your heart soar!
If you are Italian and would like a taste of home, this is the place to go! If you just want to feel like you are in Italy for breakfast, go and taste those pastries! I, for one, can't wait to go back for another cup of good Italian coffee and some more of those mouth-watering pastries!
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In Italiano:
Avendo una moglie italiana, ad un certo punto avrei sicuramente finito per andare a fare la cola a La Crema Siciliana. Siamo andati diverse volte, ma questa volta me la ricorderò per un bel po', per due motivi: questo era la prima volta che siamo andati a mangiare fuori post-COVID lockdown. Gli affari sembravano essere ben'o male normalizzati, e almeno per questo stabilimento, il negozio aveva molti clienti. Nessuna sorpresa fin li. Il personale era cordiale e sorridente sotto la mascherina, e la proprietaria (sono sicuro al 99% che lo era) ci ha ricordato da 4 mesi prima, incluso il mio ordine, malgrado tutti i suoi clienti! Sono queste piccole cose che fanno la differenza tra un servizio eccellente e un servizio sublime!
Il secondo motivo per cui sto scrivendo questa recensione è che durante il lockdown avevo trascorso quasi 2 mesi a lavorare duro su un progetto fai-da-te per la mia casa che mi ha fatto sentire come se avessi 90 anni! Quando siamo andati a La Crema SicilianA, avevo appena finito i lavori il giorno prima. Non appena quel splendido cornetto, preparato qualche minuto prima in cucina al piano di sopra (puoi vedere lo chef che li prepara), tutti i dolori del mio corpo si sono sciolti mentre ho assaggiato quella bontà! È stato l'inconfondibile gusto della pasticceria italiana che fa volare il tuo cuore!
Se sei italiano e desideri un assaggio di casa, questo è il posto per te (o come direbbe Montalbano, "per vossia")! Se vuoi solo sentirti come se fossi in Italia x una colazione da Dio, vai ad assaggiare quei cornetti! Io non vedo l'ora di tornare per un'altra tazza di buon caffè italiano e un altro di quei golosissimi cornetti! Divertitevi!
Steven Vella
Good quality and the service is ok, but too pricey for my liking. Small croassaint to take away at €2.50 is just too much
Giovanni De Villa Palù
Perfect stop for a quick and delicious lunch, or a good coffee and cake. They never cease to amaze us with the big portions 😅 Would definitely recommend the carbonara and pistachio croissant! Staff are very nice and they always treat us to a small treat before we leave 😊
Maria Borg
A gem of cafes in Malta! True Italian atmosphere and delicious cakes. Really nice outside area, small though, more tables inside. Great views to Balluta Bay.
Antti Alaniva
No one can beat him in Sliema. The staff are really nice.The food is amazing😍 The coffee☕ is perfect. The sweets 🍰🍨🍩 are delicious. Everything is perfect. Try it u won't be disappointed😊
Lucienne Borg
Best coffee shop on the island and the desserts are to die for!!! Especially the sweet ricotta croissant 😊Excellent service and staff are super friendly. It the perfect way to sweeten up your day!
zammj160
Amazing iced coffee! My friends and I stopped in here on day one of our trip and had a great experience with the staff. They were very kind and accommodating for us. We will definitely revisit for a quick pick me up sometime in our trip!
teganjones18
We visited here for breakfast on our last day. We wish we had been here the previous three as the food was delicious and the coffee was to die for. Overlooking the marina it was very relaxing enjoying our breakfast. Thoroughly recommend La Crema Siciliana for the ultimate coffee and luxury delicatessen. Top Marks.
trevori801
The service and attention given to customers is excellent. The food and pastry’s change from day to day. You will soon make this place your second home because staff, food and ambience couldn’t be more perfect.
Michaelacam
When entering the caffee we were already greeted (the girls in our group) with "ciao bella". For 7 days I've been searching for actually good coffee and this place had the best one in Malta. Truly nice vibe and people.
gargant_globetrotter
From breakfast to lunch to pastries to cakes and most importantly “coffee”. This place is absolute perfection. If you want great place to relax and sip on ur coffee or enjoy ur meal along side the most friendly service - then pass by!
L9224FIadams
Perfect balance between professional and friendly!
Great coffee, great food, great sweets... beautiful location!!!
ConradoEnrique
My favourite place in Malta. What makes this place so special is the people. The service is top,first time I entered the shop I will never forget how impressed I was by the warm greeting and superb service. This place is now my everyday snack and coffee spot. Keep doing what you do, I love it!
tinjaberg
We went for Sunday breakfast. The coffee is good but.....pastries are unbelievable tasty! For people who love Sicily it is the best spot to enjoy Dolce Siciliano :)
Quest403282
I had brunch at the cafe next door and stumbled this place after. I was too full to had a meal but managed to pick up one of their pastries for dessert. However I’m unable to recall the exact name for it and I can’t google it either. It was a triangle shaped biscuit filled with white chocolate pistachio cream. It tasted heavenly and my only regret was that we didn’t go back for seconds.
a_lynnie
We popped in here for coffee and I casually asked if they had any gluten free cakes. The waitress went through each one on display but they all had gluten. The pastry chef, who was off duty, heard me asking and then offered to make me a gluten free dessert to have with my coffee. This I accepted and it was absolutely delicious. I have never been to a coffee shop any where in the world where this has happened. Absolutely astounding service and brilliant coffee! The best!!
A5093NTmarting
Beautiful and cozy cafe, with excellent coffee and tasty treats, croissant with chocolate or cream. Anything we rries was tasteful. Friendly staff
Mike M
Family run cafe. Loved this place for a light breakfast. Went there several times for coffee and pastries. Two coffees and two pastries were less than 10 euros. Good range of fresh sandwiches and pastries here. Excellent service. Many thanks
tecjunkie
An absolute gem of a find in Malta ...customer service was so amazing, I visited this venue 3 times in a 7 day stay in Malta. I ate dinner, lunch and breakfast ( in that order) and everything was on point!! I can not recommend this place highly enough!!
Roger H
Best chocolate croissant ever and customer service was outstanding 😁
Would definitely recommend this place and speaks good English
Reena K
During our holidays in Malta this was our go to place for coffee and sweet treats. The ice cream was delicious, the cake magnificent and the coffee easily the best I had in Malta. Price was also very fair and I would easily go there again if I visit Malta.
hoturi
Must try the brioche with ice cream. Just like in Sicily. The brioche is soft and with great taste. Just add ice cream and you have a delicious dish
The coffee is also great with rich taste
Must visit!
OphirS
Great place for breakfast but much more for lunch and afternoon coffee and more...There is a big variety of sandwiches, croissants and many different Italian - Sicilian sweets - drinks & coffee Original from Sicily are great and staff is very friendly...to be fully recommended !
Maxixm
We had pancakes with pistachio and strawberries and with honey and they were amazing!! Tiny and crispy.. Just delicious.
Dilz139