Fast, casual crepe concept coming to downtown Cincinnati

A fast and casual dining option is coming to Cincinnati’s downtown on September 2.

Co-owners Karrah Creek and Keven Paizanoglou are opening It's Just Crepes at 39 E Court Street, the former site of Javier's Mexican Restaurant.

"This concept is sure to blow Cincinnati away!" Creek says.

The menu features both savory and sweet crepe concoctions.

"We're all about the crepe," she says.  "We have taken an already wonderful French product and 'Americanized' it by making crepes including a pizza crepe, a s'mores crepe...I even have a peanut butter and banana crepe called 'Elvis'."

The crepes are folded into a convenient to-go style, so there's no need for a traditional plate and knife.

Creek has been in food and beverage service for over 15 years, and always knew that she wanted to own her own restaurant.

"After hearing Keven's business plan, I knew this was something I wanted to be a part of," she says.

Paizanoglou came up with the concept in Kos, Greece, where he was born and raised.

"He was a regular customer of the island's only crepe place and knew after he moved to the Tri-state area that Cincinnati would be a great city to start this business," Creek says.

After scouting various locations, the partners were attracted to the Court Street Marketplace, where they have updated their building with a fresh, fun and modern feel.

"We looked for 'spots' in many different areas but always knew our business would thrive if there was ample walking traffic," she says.  "When we found the location at 39 E Court Street, we knew right away it was a great place to begin our journey."

It's Just Crepes will be open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.

Writer: Kevin LeMaster
Source: Karrah Creek and Keven Paizanoglou, CEO, It's Just Crepes
Photography by Scott Beseler