What should I order at Crave?
Crave
Red Velvet Cake / Red Velvet Cheesecake
Mentioned repeatedly as a signature and highly recommended dessert, praised for its heavenly taste and being a pioneer item in Mangalore. Many reviewers highlight it as their personal favorite.
Cheesecakes (including Blueberry Cheesecake, Nutella Cheesecake, Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake)
Highly recommended for their quality and variety with specific flavors like Nutella and Lotus Biscoff being praised. Cheesecakes are frequently noted as top items and a must-try.
Chocolate Mud Cake
Recommended multiple times as a delicious dessert option that pairs well with coffee, noted for its rich taste.
Doughnuts (including Chocolate Caramel Doughnut)
Very popular and often sold out by early evening. Described as fresh, aromatic, and mouth-meltingly delicious.
Crave Special Chicken Burger
Highly praised as the prize dish of the restaurant, alongside a recommended vegetarian burger, noted for its taste and being a go-to comfort food.
Nutella Shake / Nutella Smoothie
Frequently mentioned as a must-try drink, especially favored by Nutella lovers and praised for its taste.
Pastries
Known for good taste and quality, with a great variety that customers love, making it a popular choice for snacks and functions.
Pavlova
Mentioned as a current favorite dessert and a must-try item for visitors.
Spaghetti
Recommended for being delicious despite its unconventional look, appreciated for its flavor.
Location details
collectors gate, ground floor, Deepa Paradise, Balmatta Rd, next to prestige hotel, Mangaluru, Karnataka, 575002, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Crave
A range of sweet bakes can be made to order at this chain bakery featuring a simple seating area.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Coffee
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Crave known for?
Crave is best known for its cheesecakes, red velvet cake slice, and doughnuts, with reviewers calling out the blueberry cheesecake, lotus Biscoff cheesecake, and chocolate caramel doughnut. People also mention that the doughnuts often sell out by 6 pm, so the bakery’s sweet bakes are the main draw.
What dishes are most recommended at Crave?
The most recommended items include the red velvet cheesecake, blueberry cheesecake, lotus Biscoff cheesecake, creme brulee, and doughnuts like Biscoff and chocolate caramel. Reviewers also praise the garlic bread, crave special chicken burger, and pasta dishes such as Penne Marie Rose and chicken stroganoff.
What is the atmosphere like at Crave?
Crave is described as warm, inviting, and cozy, with soft music and simple seating, which works well for a casual catch-up or a quiet solo visit. Reviewers also mention friendly, attentive staff, so it suits people looking for a relaxed cafe setting rather than a formal dining room.
Is Crave good value, and what is the price range?
Crave is priced at ₹200–400, and reviewers repeatedly describe it as very affordable for the taste and variety, especially for desserts and continental dishes. Several comments say the cakes, cheesecakes, and savory items feel worth the price compared with other spots in Mangaluru.
When should you visit Crave if you want the best selection?
Go earlier in the day if you want the widest dessert selection, because reviewers note that doughnuts can be sold out by 6 pm. That matters most for popular items like the Biscoff doughnut, red velvet cake, and other fresh bakes.
Is parking available at Crave?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
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