Memorial Day 2026 commenced with the most amazing dessert I'd never imagine ordering. Before the…read moredessert, the gentleman that rang me up, and the lady packing the desserts (apologies for not getting names) provided exceptional service. My name was spelled properly, a short conversation reassured my dessert choice, and as I walked up to retrieve my dessert, the lady met me halfway with a smile (thank you for wrapping so it didn't fall over). The smallest of gestures and niceties are what make leaving the house worth it. GIANDUIA. This cake is nothing you can be prepared for, yet everything you need without setting expectations. The boysenberry was the perfect separation for the waves of chocolate and the subtle crunch of the hazelnut toffee type of layer on the very top. The chocolate mousse was the exact mouth feel needed to separate the rich layers of chocolate cake. I saw, I conquered, and I was yet again impressed by what Extraordinary Desserts so purposefully and gracefully offered. Thank you for healing a bit of my soul I didn't realize was waiting to be healed.

We sat at the bar while we waited for our orders. Served fast and it was so nice that it wasn't…read morecrowded but of course due to it being a weeknight. The parking was a bit tough, but luckily I found a spot not that far away. Overall, you get wonderful customer service here! Thank you Extraordinary Desserts for making our visit enjoyable!!

Peruvian pearls of chocolate? Never tried them before! But let me tell you that they pair perfectly…read morewith any San Diegan craft beer! I went to a party where chocolates of various corners of the worlds where paired with the very local Stone brewery liquids and the one that caught my attention more was the sweetness of sweet Marcie Shapiro's chocholates. She has been in the chocolate industry since 2005 and her business is locally based even if focusing in Peruvian cocoa to craft her different offerings. Her motto is "connecting people through chocolate" and she is all about organic, renewable energy and Eco-friendliness:) After she informed that many of her creations can be found at Jimbo's and other local markets, I am going to check for this brand at the dessert aisles and who knows if I will then throw a beer-choco pairing party myself!

Simply delicious coffee!…read more It's always a relief when you find a hidden gem. This establishment was so cute they even had cows hanging upside down! Such a fun and unique atmosphere. They also sell gelato, although we didn't get a chance to try it this time. The service was great, and the cashier was very helpful and friendly. I ordered an iced vanilla latte, and it was perfect. They also offer a great selection of coffee from Hawaii. The place was clean, welcoming, and had a very friendly vibe. Next time, I'll definitely have to indulge in some desserts! ts.

Being very generous and giving one star. Long story short around 9:15 PM on Monday. We find this…read moreplace on Google Maps and it says it's open till midnight. My friend and I go there mind you there is a line while the desserts and everything looked delicious. We waited for about a good 10 minutes. There was only one person making crêpes for everybody as I'm guessing it's the most popular item as we stood there we weren't acknowledged. When it came time for us to order my friend and I both wanted a crêpe with banana and Nutella. The young lady behind the counter says to us she'll make it just for us because we've been waiting. With a puzzle look on my friend's face she asked worker what time do they close? She says 10 o'clock when my friend says on your webpage it says you close at 12 she says no we don't very rudely although we really wanted to try this place. We ended up walking out and not purchasing anything. Because for us customer service is everything. Maybe somebody else will have a better experience.

Absolutely exquisite! I haven't tried the drinks (yet!), but I can review the truffles... I asked…read morethe staff member what his favorite chocolate was and he mentioned 'pomegranate'. I ordered one 'pomegranate' and one 'oat vanilla' truffle. One for now, one for later if you will. ;-) The girly in front of me ordered a matcha latte which looked amazing. They have a long list of chocolate drinks; many of which I look forward to trying next time! :-)

Ordered their Aztec spicy hot chocolate, hot. The chocolate tasted high-quality, a bit bitter. I…read moredidn't really feel the cayenne pepper until the end, but it was still pleasant! My sister ordered the same drink iced, it also tasted good and a bit more spicy. My brother got a hot chai latte and liked it. Mom ordered a matcha latte with coconut milk. Overall, drinks are prepared well. Their chocolate drinks are worth it, especially if you like your hot chocolate a bit strong and more bitter than traditional American hot chocolate. All drinks come with oat milk (oatly barista) btw! You can sub for coconut milk, almond, or soy. I didn't buy any chocolate truffles, but noticed they're all vegan. They had some conchas and pastries too, all gluten-free. Didn't try them but they look promising! Apparently they offer free chocolate tasting, but the barista/cashier was busy making our drinks and had a couple of customers waiting so we didn't bother. They offer a variety of truffles and chocolate boxes.

Solid coffee spot that came through when we needed it most. Huge plus that it was open at 3pm while…read moremost other coffee shops in Little Italy were already closing. The Americano was smooth and rich, and the vanilla latte with the cream top was honestly the standout. Super well balanced and just really enjoyable. Definitely a spot I would come back to.

A nice coffee shop in Little Italy with a cute ambiance. Just be prepared for big lines and long…read morewaits on weekends, especially on farmers market days. I wanted a classic matcha latte, but they only offered a mint‑mixed matcha. The employee said it was subtle and refreshing, so I gave it a try. The wait was long, but the drink was pretty -- it came with a mint leaf garnish, which was a nice touch. Flavor‑wise, it just wasn't for me, but it was refreshing and lightly minty, not overpowering. They have a great outdoor seating area and food options too, though I didn't try the food this time. I'd come back if I was already in the area and it wasn't so busy.

My FIRST time in DTSD and this is the first place i had to go!!! The hype is completely real and…read morethe diabetes is worth it. The ice cream and chocolate is just first class and the perfect balance of everything good. The workers gave the best service and just had amazing attitudes. And the overall vibe and ambiance of the shop was a cozy dessert design that just makes you want to come in and buy everything. Definitely coming back every time Im in SD!

This place is soooooo expensive but conveniently located down the street from my favorite taco spot…read more(el gordos) so I suck it up and pay the outrageous prices. The service here is always really good and relatively quick. The place is pretty big so there's plenty of seating. Parking downtown sucks, can't avoid that. The ice cream, all the chocolate toppings, and the Ghirardelli Square they throw in on top is always delicious. Can't deny how good it is. I wouldn't recommend bringing a large family here because it's pretty much $20 a person if you get the normal size Sundays. It's too bad they stopped handing out samples. Looks like business has slowed down a bit.

I'm a big tiramisu girl and frost me has THE BEST tiramisu slide I've ever had. On top of it all,…read moreit's a huge slide. Coming In for either their happy hour or Saturdays are the best people watching. SO many attractive people pass by.

Listen they don't need my 5 star review. Right in the heart of Little Italy. Inside outside…read moreseating. Lots and lots of foot traffic. But they are going to get it! First up the staff: Trinity took my order. So friendly and helpful. Efficient but welcoming. Never stopped moving the whole time I was there. I ordered the egg salad croissant. I have to say the best egg salad sandwich I've ever had. Texture but creamy. Eggy and briny from the capers. The croissant flaky but held up to being used to make a sandwich. I got the chips. I highly recommend the chips!! Peppery, crisp, salty. I also got the hazelnut croinut (sp). Flakey, buttery, not overly sweet To drink I got an iced dirty chai. Not overly spicy. I ate everything for there and it came out on real dishes which I love. Otho h worse than eating a beautiful meal on paper plates. The portions are large so when I needed a to go box they were quick to provide, with a bag. It's dog friendly and they provided treats for my two. Outside area has umbrellas for the full afternoon sun. It's little Italy so street metered parking or paid garage.

* catching up on old backlogged drafts so this review may be a bit out of date…read more I was staying at a hotel nearby so I popped over for a quick bite to eat. The cafe is very cute with big open windows making it feel like a nice indoor outdoor space with the beautiful San Diego weather. There was no one there really on a weekday afternoon. I got a honey lavender latte and a sandwich to eat in the cafe and some macarons for later. The sandwich was a big portion and delicious and the latte SOO GOOD. The macarons were just okay. Cute and inviting decor and friendly staff!

Ambiance nice. Coffee - hot mocha - weak flavor…read more Croissant with chocolate barely has any chocolate. I approach the worker showing her no chocolate. She says "weird". - doesn't apologize- follows up saying "they do have chocolate" to which I reply, "But I don't". Only then does she offer to give me another one. I decline. In summary- don't go there if you want a chocolate croissant or bold flavored hot mocha. Servers attitude *Fake-friendly.