This was our first time at Water & Salt Shaved Ice, and I already know it won't be our last…read more I went with the piña colada shaved ice with pineapple coconut ice cream, because apparently I wanted a full tropical vacation in a cup. It was cold, creamy, sweet, and packed with flavor. The pineapple and coconut worked perfectly together, and the ice cream in the middle was a very nice surprise. Honestly, it disappeared way faster than I planned. Great first visit, great flavor, and definitely a solid spot when you need something cold and sweet. Until next time!

Wanted to check out this new spot, so I ordered the Piña Colada since it was one of their…read morespecialties. The first few bites were actually really good, but toward the end I started noticing these little gummy bits throughout it. There were so many that it kind of caught me off guard and took away from the overall experience. As other reviews have mentioned, the cashier at the front didn't come across as very friendly and had a RBF. She had a pretty serious demeanor and gave the impression that she didn't really want to be there. It's not a huge deal and I understand I'm not at like some Michelin star place, but I do think the customer service could be improved. One thing I also noticed was that the customer who ordered behind us received their items before we did, which was a little annoying. I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to come back, but if I'm in the area again, I'd be willing to give some of the other menu items a try.

Franquette has a beautiful, chic atmosphere and just feels like the perfect place to grab a bite…read moreand drinks with a friend. We tried the salmon tartine and the bread & butter and everything was SO yummy. I also got an iced Americano, and we tried one of the sparkling drinks from their happy hour menu which was really refreshing! The service was amazing too -- everyone was super friendly and attentive without making us feel rushed at all. Great food, great drinks, beautiful atmosphere, and genuinely great service. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

Every time I visit from out of town this is a no brainer…read more Came for coffees and pastries. This time had their seasonal drinks: cold brew with banana foam and their blueberry latte. The latte had the hint of blueberry while still being a latte which was the best of both worlds. The banana foam was insane and I loved it. The cinnamon roll croissant was phenomenal until it was overshadowed by the most perfect chocolate chip cookie I've ever had. 15/10 experience every time whether that's for coffee or for food. Parking is street and easy. Metered. Inside is adorable and is part time cafe part time dinette part time wine bar. Service is always fast and friendly.

Ambiance is perfect for a night catch up sesh with your girl, or a wonderful place to grab coffee!…read more I will definitely be returning, all the pastries I've eaten so far are worth it! I purchased the almond croissant, regular croissant, strawberry roll cake, macarons (coffee, sea salt & Thai coconut) , and something lemony. I ordered a prosciutto & fig sandwich it was tastyyyy Love love love!

We stopped by in the morning, but none of the fun pastries were out yet. So we decided to get…read morebreakfast items elsewhere. My husband came back later in the evening and snagged a couple things. They were pretty tasty and a good sweet treat.

Lot of food coloring but very creative. Nice wand lovely interior…read more Cereal and chocolate makes a great shake but very fattening. Ocean water spritz, drinks with toffee and candies, pleasant to look but guilty to drink

This place doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's adorable and definitely…read moreinstagram-worthy once you trek downstairs. We stopped by for some sweet treats this past weekend, and appreciated the clean and inviting setting, with various sections adorned with cereal-related decor and quotes, including a game room. My bf got the butter beer which had a strong butterscotch flavor that he enjoyed. I opted for the cocoa pebbles milkshake, which didn't seem to have the right proportions of chocolate flavor and ingredients. It was topped off with a full sized chocolate cupcake, a mini brownie, and a whole ice cream sandwich, as well as an overload of whipped cream, I scooped it off the top and the pile was more than half the size of the cup. The real disappointment was simply the chocolate flavor of the milkshake itself which was pretty weak, even when mixed with bits of grinded cocoa pebbles. Superficially it was over the top with an abundance of sweetness, too much if you ask me, but it was lacking in what matters most, the taste of the dessert beverage. It wasn't terrible, still drinkable, but it wasn't good value based on quality and cost IMO. Service was standard and sufficient. The rap music playing in the background was not very pleasant or fitting for the environment. And the women's restroom had three stalls total, two with "out of order" signs, and the other had no paper products (toilet paper, toilet seat covers... nothing) on a Sunday afternoon.

Located in DOCO, in a very busy and beautiful area. This place is spacious, clean, and beautiful. I…read morereally appreciated the cleanliness and vibe in there. However the coffee wasn't my favorite or as enjoyable for me. The Spanish latte wasn't sweet enough and the espresso taste was weak as well. Then, the mazapan latte was too sweet with hardly any espresso flavor.. which is unfortunate because I asked the cashier for their best recommendation prior to ordering and felt like their product knowledge wasn't in tune as I hoped. However, the employees were welcoming and attentive when needed and seemed to be okay with us eating the pastries we brought from a nearby storefront. Honestly if I would return, it'd be to try their juices or other fruit drinks.

So I woke up on a recent Sunday morning and found myself craving a little something different than…read moremy Keurig or Nespresso machines offered so I decided to head down to,in my opinion,the cutest little coffee shop in downtown Sacramento-Con Azucar Cafe. This shop is located at the end of DoCo across from Sauced in the spot that was previously a Starbucks Reserve shop.Parking is available underneath DoCo in the city lot,with validation available from the business tenants of DoCo but with the abundance of street parking available,I just parked on the street. Upon walking in I knew I made the right choice that morning,I know it sounds cliche but that place is a vibe.They were playing solid Latin music,the decor inside was truly thought thru to convey a particular feel-it felt great in there,now I just had to hope the coffee and small bites,matched up to the ambience. This particular morning was pretty busy as there were like about 10 people in line when I got there and only 1 person taking orders plus the tables were at about 90% capacity but it wasn't hard to find a place to sit because the turnover for tables was really fast. We decided to try a few things that visit,I went with a Dulce de Leche latte"Grandote" size ($7.00) and the wife went with a similar sized Mexican Mocha ($7.00).We also decided to get some food,so ended up going with the Bacon,Egg,and Cheese breakfast sandwich($7.50) and also the Torta de Jamon ($15.00). Coffee was made pretty quickly but there was a slight wait for the food but didn't mind it too much as I can tell it was made very fresh as I got to watch the worker make my Torta-very glad it wasn't premade. I really loved my Dulce de Leche latte-gave me caramel macchiato vibes but just different enough,it was really good,I tasted the Mexican Mocha and it tasted exactly like one should taste,it's just not my particular preference,but I blame that on my palette not the craftsmanship,as the wife truly enjoyed it. As for the food I really liked the Bacon breakfast sandwich,was a solid value for what we got,I would for sure order it again if I just wanted a quick small bite.The Torta de Jamon I really really enjoyed,featuring ham with avocado,pickled jalapeños,pepper jack cheese,fresh tomato,queso fresco served on toasted bread-very tasty and fresh tasting-I would for sure order it again. That being said,the true star of the night when it comes to this visit was the place itself,I really enjoyed the ambience,the customers,the decor,I'm really glad this place exists and it's a welcome addition to the downtown Sacramento coffee scene-I look forward to returning.

Absolutely love going here. Its always so quiet and they have a few outlets so its a nice place to…read morestudy. I really like the variety of drinks they have and the rose milk tea is my go to. I also enjoy their matcha which is surprising because im picky with it. I also really like their korean corn dogs, theyre so filling and flavorful! I will say their tteokbokki is really small portion. when the guy gave it to me i thought it was a joke but its just really overpriced for such a small size. The employees are really fast and efficient so thats always a plus. I like the convenience of this place and will be returning

The bingsoo is great here. We always get the mango flavored one…read more The boba drinks are just very average. I tried a handful of different flavors and none of them really stood out. Service is fast and efficient. The store has plenty of seating to eat and hangout with friends. Parking can be tough on weekends since it's right next to the Regal movie theater.

2nd time ordering from this company and both times were 5 stars. I ordered 2 dozen Oreo cupcakes…read moreand 1 dozen confetti cupcakes and everyone complimented them, especially the frosting! The cupcakes were delivered on time too. I highly recommend!

Ordered a cake for a birthday and I really appreciated how simple the process was. I went to them…read morebecause of their ability to create a gluten free and dairy free cake, as not many businesses in the area can accommodate that. I wish I got the name of the person who I talked to on the phone but they were very helpful providing information with how I could customize the cake. The payment process was simple, through email, and had a helpful text reminder that provided updates on when the cake would arrive. I placed the order about 6 days out and they delivered exactly when I needed it. The cake was DELICIOUS! I don't normally eat dairy free desserts and gluten free desserts but I was surprised at how good it was. This was a decadent and moist chocolate cake. Makes me want to try their regular cake! My fiancé loved the cake as well, so I am grateful I found this gem here! Perfect place to order any custom desserts for a special occasion

Ice cream great but additional .75$ for TWO cherries? COME ONNNN. Toppings should be free, greedy…read moremuch.

Someone strolling down Ice Blocks on a random evening likely has two questions in mind: 1) Why is…read morethere a line out the door? and 2) What in the world are these ice cream flavors? For me, the line lives up to the hype. I can't think of a single ice cream parlor more creative than Salt and Straw. Some of the menu options sound absolutely absurd such as Melon + Prosciutto, Pear + Blue Cheese, and Strawberry Pretzel Salad. Despite the wackiness, they're doing something right with these flavors. I opted for their limited edition Strawberry Pretzel Salad. It has a salty crunch that brings out the sweetness of the strawberry ice cream. I also detected some cream cheese in there, which works really well! Can't wait to drop by again for their next lineup of limited edition flavors.

Truly amazing cheesecake. I had the peach cobbler cheesecake at the State Fair and Jeff…read moremeticulously made to order the finishing touches to the cheesecake. He also had delicious milkshakes which I tried a sample of. If I had a lactose pill on me, I would've gotten one. The cheesecake is very rich and we ended up taking most of the 4 inch cake home.

The Oreo cheesecake itself was good--full of flavor, rich, and not overly sweet. I really enjoyed…read morethe taste and texture. However, I paid $20 for the cake (including tip) and was told to get a spoon from the restaurant next door. Unfortunately, that taco place was already closed. I honestly don't understand how a business can sell cheesecake but not provide basic utensils. Are customers expected to eat it with their hands? The dessert was good, but the lack of something as simple as a spoon took away from the overall experience.

Lovely establishment with both indoor and outdoor seating, along with a really appealing dessert…read moreselection. We ended up choosing an assortment of macarons and a truffle cookie, and everything was decadent and full of flavor. I also wanted to give kudos to the staff, who were incredibly helpful and kind. I especially appreciated how professional and composed they remained while handling a somewhat argumentative customer. Their professionalism really stood out and made the experience even more pleasant.

Whenever I visit Ginger Elizabeth's, I always buy her chocolate chip cookies! They're the best!…read moreThey're soft, chewy, and not too sweet. The price has been going up, and it seems like the size of the cookie has gotten smaller as well. I recently tried her salty caramel macaron ice cream sandwich, and I was really impressed. The macaron itself wasn't hard, and the texture was perfect! The ice cream wasn't too sweet, and the random bites of caramel added the perfect amount of sweetness to it. This location is smaller than the old one, but it's still pretty and pink!