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For four star dining in San Diego, try Extraordinary Desserts - Hillcrest. Here's a place to get good food.
4.0 of 5 stars.
Love Love Love this place there is nothing I havent enjoyed here...I prefer this location to the Little Italy one..It is more quaint and I dig it
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are a lot of desserts and teas to choose from when it comes to this place. The presentation of the dessert is inviting, especially if it is a fruity dessert. They add rose pedals to each...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the BEST places to go in San Diego to cure a sweet tooth! They have a variety of desserts including tortes, cake, cheesecake and panacotta. The Macadamia Cheesecake and Fudge Bread...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm so glad I came with someone who has been here before, I'm sure I would of gotten a bit confused with the way the layout is. You pick what you want in the glass case or the drink board on the wall...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the place Girlfriend wanted to absolutely hit while we were in San Diego. Okay, I was allowed to drag her into every brewery and pub I could find, so it was a fair trade-off.As soon as we...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"This would be a great date place." I LOVE E.D. Their desserts continue to amaze all my senses...okay not my hearing, but everything else. The taste, the sight, the textures...all blend together into...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The macadamia nut cheesecake is to die for! I loved every moment of it!
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered a cake once.. and it was sooooooooooo amazing!! I ordered the Passion Fruit Ricotta cake for my sister's birthday, and it was truly the most beautiful cake I've ever seen.. and to top it...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was at first skeptical. Okay Florist or Cake shop? Every cake is decorated with a half a dozen flowers and I will admit they are beautiful. Each one of their desserts more like a fancy pants...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not much of a big dessert person but everything was pretty decent...once we arrived at the right location. Came here last night with some friends after dinner in the Gaslamp. Go down fifth towards...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know this place can be a little pricey for dessert, but I would recommend everyone to try it at least once. What's SD without Extraordinary? I've been to both locations but I love this one-- it has...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's good but it's a little bit overpriced. A slice of cake these days is around $8.00 and I feel that the the slices of the cake has been gotten smaller since couple of years ago. One of my favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very hard place to rate.Long wait -- usually a sign that a place serves amazing food.Deserts are extrordinarily priced... but again, worth it if they were fantastic.Food is inconsistent -- some...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went today this dessert place and it was was pretty good other than that I thought there was just way too much cream. the pastry part of the dessert was the best part in my opinion along with the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Are your lips and your hips ready for this romantic yet naughty sugargasm in your mouth? Probably not.Will the ummmmmmmmm ohhhhhhhhh yeaaaaaaaa reaction to their after dark (6P) specials keep you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live in the LA area and would consider moving to San Diego just so I could be closer to ED. My first time there was last Saturday and I loved everything about it. My husband and I shared a slice of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Each time my BF and I visit San Diego. Extraordinary Desserts is a must stop. We usually go to Balboa Park and walk over to this location to get two slices of their delicious cake. Every time I've...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time there had the Dulce De Leche, so good. Only problem was the crowd and wait, its so popular and its no wonder why.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love trying new desserts! And this place has plenty! I like...Faves::Viking - chocolate creme brulee cake with pralines Napoleon barPretty good:Passion Fruit Ricotta TorteOnce and only this one...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is so good and is worth the high prices. i had white chocolate raspberry cheesecake my first time here and it was so good. the second time i went i had a raspberry chocolate cupcake and it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We got the Dulce De Leche cake and something else coffeeish. Both soo good and soooo rich. There was 4 of us and we shared 2 slices. Wait wasn't bad but, does it really take that long to put the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Something about this place really annoyed the living crap out of me. First, of course, there is the wait. I'm not a huge fan of desserts but I do really enjoy one every once in a while, so I figured...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The desserts are so beautiful and they taste like heaven :) Its very romantic atmosphere at night and full of life.
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Guys, if you want to impress a girl, this is the spot to take them.
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to ED twice and Thursday night blew away the previous visit by leaps and bounds. Close your eyes & imagine this.....Chocolate croissant bread pudding....mmmm....do you see it? Keep 'em...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good desserts.Im not much of a dessert fan but i like the customer service. They all have tattoos and seem very friendly even though they are punk rock. Usually punks are assholes againest everything....
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love everything about this place. I will admit that the other location can seem a little too commercialized, but once you walk through these doors, you find yourself enchanted in your own nook of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is every dessert lovers fantasy! My favorite place in California for Dessert by far...no where else comes close to this place. Such delicious desserts ranging from Triple Chocolate Mousse...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First impressions - long lines, pricey, desserts look better than they taste (in my opinion, of course), service is friendly and relatively fast. Many people think this place is the cat's meow, bee's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place was on my "to do" list while visiting san diego. I managed to squeeze in some time before my 2pm flight back home to Philly to hopefully try some treats before heading back home. I had 1/2...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, I'm conflicted about this place. First of all there's usually a wait, which usually indicates that it's worth waiting for, but each time I go I end up leaving a little under whelmed. The first...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was almost five stars, because they have the sconiest scones ever! omg I can't tell you how much I love scony scones, but they have to really be scony, otherwise I hate them. And their fruit...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Woa for massive indulgence!I came here last night with the bf to drown our sorrows in cream and sugar. I've never been here before but this small dessert place is perfect for a date- low lighting (in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a little taste of heaven. I think I committed every single one of the 7 deadly sins in this one little cozy cottage next to Balboa Park. They have a decadent selection of sweet treats...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OMG dessert restaurant. Rich and delicious (and affordable).
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my third review for this location of Extraordinary Desserts. This is solely based on the amazing birthday cake my friends surprised me with for my birthday. It was topped with beautiful...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The mere fact that this place has been reviewed over 500 times in itself is amazing. Thank God I don't live closer cuz I would be 500 lbs. And I don't even like dessert. My boyfriend was determined to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Karen Krasne doesn't mess around when it comes to dessert. Over the years I've sampled a wide range of specialties from Extraordinary Desserts. Most were amazing, some were very good, but all over...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very pretty and romantic. The wait was long but totally worth it. I got raspberry coffee crumb and mango filling pie with coffee toffee ice cream. It's very sweet but that bite is extraordinary!
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I'm in SD, I ALWAYS have to stop by here and eat dessert. My best friend and I will actually call both locations to see which one has our favorite, Shangri-La. The Passion Fruit Torte is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Even though I've been living in lovely San Diego all my life, I never had the chance to go here. Don't get me wrong, I sure as hell wanted to but the opportunity never presented itself (read: having...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'll stick to Cheesecake Factory for cheesecake, save myself about $25, and the snotty attitude I got from one of the waiters for asking a question. Fortunately, the gal at the coffee bar was much...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Prices, Ordinary Dessert I went to this place a few years ago with my family and was less than impressed. The bill is the most extraordinary part of the experience, whereas the desserts...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YEEEEESSSSSSS. I buy all my birthday cakes from this location. OOOOHHHHH YUMMMMY!!!!!! They do such a wonderful job. It's ridiculous how expensive but definitely worth it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sweet dessert place with lots of sweet goodness. I dare say that some are too sweet and rich for my taste but plus for good presentation and nice ambiance. I like the location near little Italy better...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of desserts I cannot pronounce.A lot of cream hidden in the cakeA lot of gas afterwards.Tasty desserts though, really pretty... and they do have rose petals.... not too tasty though.
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have the BIGGEST sweet tooth and i decided that during my short 3 day trip to San Diego, I had to come to this dessert shop i've heard so much about.I expected a bit more of a selection.. maybe i...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Normal gourmet desserts. Very expensive, fun to go with friends. The gourmet teas are what I like the most!Uber-trendy and always packed with people, not worth it to me.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great taste...High-priced.I suggest if you have to come here, try the downtown location which has the better ambiance and relax-factor.I don't come here alot since i dont like paying $9 for a slice....
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the original but I think I like the other extraordinary desserts place better. This place is a lot smaller and the booths were really cute. But the other place had a lot more selections....
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love this place. I'm a dessert FREAK and live about a block and a half away. the proximity had been dangerous at best.with that said, my last few experiences have been sub par and have left...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was down in San Diego recently for the weekend and decided to give this place a try after hearing so much about it. Sadly, it was not as great as I thought it'd be. Perhaps it was because of the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to take out-of-towners if you want to pass some time & ooo and ahh. The presentation is truly beautiful. Their cakes make great birthday presents.Of course I'd give more stars if it all...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The OG Extraordinary...I think I prefer this one over the newer one. It's small and quaint and...I don't know, it's just what it was meant to be from the start, know what I mean? All the cakes are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Of the extraordinary dessert locations, I prefer this one. I just love the atmosphere of this place, it feels like you're right at home. Even if I'm downtown with people that want to go to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is definitely a pretty place, from the ceilings to the walls, to the flowers to the cake.. but i'm a simple person i don't need it to be extraordinary.. i just want my dessert! it's quite...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming to extraordinary desserts for roughly 4 years now and I must say it is a fun place to go. There are a wide variety of desserts that have been executed with incredible finesse....
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a dessert fiend, plain and simple. I crave desserts like no other human being. This is *the* place to go for dessert. Yes, it's costly, but you pay for quality.I enjoyed my toasted coconut...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The dessert looks cute. Ofcourse, not as nice as what you'll find in Paris. Which is where the owner of this place was trained at. A bit overpriced. I got the fruit tarte for $7.95!! Yah, I had to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Really... there's nothing extraordinary about this place except for the prices!!! The bruscetta was one piece of bread (maybe two, if you cut it in half) with some chopped tomatoes and and Italian...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The drill here is simple but elegant. #1 Wait in line (why does it take so long?) While in line, fight to see what's in the cold box and decide on an order. #2 Order dessert, coffee, and tea.#3 Find a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from LA and a San Diego native brought me here once before. The first time I was blown away by the variety, creativity, and portion size of the desserts. Yes, we waited for 20 minutes in line to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being new to town and in search of dessert...this place was an obvious choice. There really isn't that much competition in this genre, I noticed for the area. Staff was friendly, service was quick,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why, it's extraordinary! Truly extraordinary! I don't even get too into desserts on a normal basis, but had a "girly" day recently with some of my "girly" friends and they were all, "Oh my gosh,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sweet tooth heaven! Each dessert is perfectly presented. It will cost a pretty penny but totally worth it. Sit back, have a latte and dessert, and enjoy a good conversation.
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow wow and wow. I walked in and saw the glass cases filled with desserts and couldn't believe my eyes. Even the things I would never eat looked appealing. Unfortunately, or fortunately we were going...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THE BEST DESSERT EVER...enough said!
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have not been to many desserts places with a bouncer at the door, granted he was a friendly fellow just controlling the human traffic in the outdoor patio area. This is a place to go with friends,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why eat dinner when you can jump to the best part!? The desserts here are AMAZING. My friend and I went here a few months ago... I ordered a slice of chocolate cake and had a cup of warm milk...She...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best cheap date in Diego! Seriously, you fill up just as much on their dessert as you would on dinner, so why not rebel against everything Mom tried to instill in you by having cake as a meal....
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Parking is terrible. Wait is terrible. Service is terrible. Prices are terrible. Taste is average-to-terrible. Pretty, though.
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I could paint a picture of what heaven looked like, it would be scattered with Karen Krasne's desserts. I was in San Diego for like a minute and I made sure I stopped by this place, I've heard so...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I seriously love desserts!! So we got here on a Saturday evening and there was somewhat of a line. We waited for about 20 minutes and were allowed inside. The dA�cor inside was nice and the waitstaff...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
NOM NOM NOM delicious!love the bread pudding, blood orange cake, macadamia nut cheesecake. Always something new to try. This place is expensive but worth it. Take a date here. Its cozy and cute....
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*I have never said this on Yelp before:THE LA BETE NOIR IS ONE OF THE LAST THINGS I WANT TO EAT BEFORE I DIE. I love chocolate. I love great quantities of food. This is the perfect combination of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We stopped at this exquisite dessert house while on the GoCar. This place is fantastico! If you like cheesecakes and fancy desserts, then this is your place! We had a single slice of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this location MUCH more than their Little Italy location off of Union St. because the atmosphere of this place is SO MUCH MORE INTIMATE and quiet. I recommend sitting outside. The inside can...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend told me about this place about a year ago. I went last year, and that one visit was all I needed to get me addicted to this place. So every trip to San Diego, I MUST stop at Extraordinary...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously... why would someone ever pay $9 for a slice of cheesecake or cake?!! WHY? BECAUSE THIS PLACE IS SOOOO DAMN GOOD! No other bakery compares to this at all. Their presentation is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tastes just as good as it looks! This ain't no typical grocery store cake. I can tell a whole lotta loooove was put into each succulent dessert.I LOVE anything with berries and the one dessert...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Expensive, fancy and BUSY. Every time I've come here I've had to wait almost half an hour just to order.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard this place can get really crowded, unless you go in the middle of the crappiest day in San Diego EVER. They have outdoor seating which would be really nice on a cool night. We definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know this place is the Yuppie of the Yuppie, but really how can you go wrong with extravagant gourmet cakes topped with edible flower petals and gold flakes? Note: this location is way better and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry yelpers, I know this place is pretty up there for you guys, but it was meh for me. I came here over Memorial Day weekend and while everything looked great, I can't say the same for the taste.We...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My birthday was last week...ever since I could remember I've always had a strawberry pie along with a cake. This year I had my pie (YUM) but also my cake was a huge Blood Orange Ricotta Cake from...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
FOOD:1.) Creme Brule = Mmm yummyy & soo purrtteeeee! I think it came with an orchid on top2.) This fruity cream one in a margarito glass, beautifully assembled, & topped with a flower as wellSERVICE:...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i agree w/ most of the reviews about this place, so to make it quick and simple:Warm Chocolate Bread Puddings ice cream = AWESOME, and YUMMY!-Con: I do think is a bit over priced =/
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The cakes here look good and taste good too. Well, at least my torta misu tasted really good.....my friend's chocolate pastry thing (don't remember what it was called) was good too. However, my other...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
highly recommend the lemonberry napoleon......
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is a 5 star place to recommend to anyone. It is my first pick when we have guests from out of town or relatives from out of the country. The choice of food is beautifully...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a while since I've been to this location. After some great visits to the Union street one, I decided to come back here for a comparison. While I love the quaint, homey feel this place has,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well, it's not a cheap slice of cake and most people say its overpriced...I think it's worth the $$$ because of the presentation. The cakes are rich in flavor. Presentation 5 starsTaste 4.3Service...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Me and my girlfriend split a large slice of cake. It was really delicious. The presentation was great too. The slice was in the middle of a full size plate, and the plate was covered in chocolate...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One word..yummy!One of two bakeries we go to in the US when we crave a good quality dessert! The other is Shuberts on Clement in San Francisco!
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The last stop of my recent San Diego trip was here. Recommended by a local, my friends and I couldn't resist. The exterior of the place is very bright with a simple vertical decoration of simple...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We definitely make an effort to get here very time we visit San Diego. First of all, I would totally give 5 stars for the Tiramisu but they usually run out of it way before we get there... This...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yesterday was my 3rd or 4th trip here, and after the decadent descriptions and beautiful photos lured me back time after time, I feel that I officially have given Extraordinary Desserts a fair chance...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wouldn't exactly call this place "extraordinary", but it was good! It's a very cute dessert cafe. I came here once with a group of friends at around 9 pm on a Saturday night, and there was a LOOONG...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love this place and the atmosphere. my absolute favorite thing to get there is the PAVLOVA. it is sweet, crunchy, nice custard, fresh delicious fruit.their cakes are wonderful..i've tried so many of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my absolute favorite dessert spot in San Diego; like its name their desert are extraordinary! I've been here several times and so far I've never had the same cake twice, they're really good at...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend recommended this place for desserts since I have quite a sweet tooth. The pastries are all soo beautifully put together and sweet. I had to eat it with coffee/milk. The portions are huge,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
"extra"-over priced? YES"extra"-overrated? YES"extra"-pretentious? YES"extra"-ordinary? NO WAY!This place does not live up to their name. It could have been we went on an "off day" and a bit late...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been hearing about this place forever from my friends and until last week, I have only tried one of their cakes (it didn't blow my mind) and it wasn't something I was going to go out of my way to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully designed cakes and desserts with fresh flowers & gold, but that is where the good review ends. You can put lipstick on stale cake, but in the end it's still stale. I can pay MUCH less to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really really enjoy this cute little dessert shop! I enjoyed my passion fruit cake...just a bit pricey...but worth every bite for what I paidf for!
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the best place for desserts and cakes, i've pretty much liked everything i've tried here. The desserts are definitely american w/a touch of european style and flavoring, and it seems...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very expensive, hit & miss - when a hit 4 stars, then not so much on occasions. Poor parking, service is also mixed as sometimes slightly pretentious.
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
seriously??i've been here a couple times, just to give it the benefit of the doubt. admittedly the desserts are pretty good, but they are SO overpriced and overhyped. $16 for one slice and 2 espresso...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a little ashamed to admit it, but I've been here close to 30 times since the past 3 years. The menu has changed consistently since then, but their classics are still there.It is a very cute,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The reason it gets 4 stars is because I haven't tried their food, only their desserts and...I love this place possibly more than my Mom! I'm like a kid in a candy store when I walk into this place. My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So there are already 435 reviews on this place so I don't think my review will make too much of a difference on your choice as to whether or no to check this place out, but my suggestion is GO. This...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If I had only eaten my dessert (Torta Misu), then I probably would've given this place five stars. However, due to minimal selection, which likely works best because too many options can't be all that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary desserts is where we like to come for yes, extraordinary desserts. I would agree with those who complained about the high prices and slow service. Yes, it is pricey, but the desserts...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would like to love this place more, their dessert selection looks fantastic, but I visited here like 3 times in the same week, and never had any dessert that blew me away. The cookie selection needs...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here wondering if I would find Extraordinary Desserts, or just extra "ordinary" desserts... I ordered an apple thing that I could not pronounce, and to be honest it was the only thing I really...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here is my opionion:First I firmly believe you will enjoy this place much more if you like european desserts, by this I mean desserts that are light and fluffy, with fruit and less then ordinary mixes...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok so we waited in like for a good 15 min... but it was worth the wait =) for a party of four we ordered the Strawberry Shortcake, chocolate dulche de leche?, and coconut shortbread...... it was all...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I absolutely love this place!! The Banker's Hill location is WAY better than the one downtown for a few obvious reasons: way more down to earth employees, chill atmosphere & awesome...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think there is a lot to be said for cutesy, quaint, and trendy dessert places, but for extraordinary desserts I can only say one thing...engh' (insert disdainful sigh) i really had high hopes for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Its not the desserts that gets this place 2 stars. Its not the atmosphere, either. Its not even the prices (which is what i usually complain about because I am a cheap bastard). Its the wait....
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my very first time at extraordinary desserts!what an incredible place.we shared the giudiano? and the morroccan. i think i preferred the giudiano (sp?) over the moroccan but they were both good....
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, a buddy & I were searching around and found out Extraordinary Desserts had cupcakes. We were excited. We had been craving cupcakes since coming back from NYC.The decor of this place is really...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is incredibly tasty. Its so cute and fun to go to. I've only been late at night before but it's quite a popular place. All of the desserts look so delicious and it's always a tough...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know you've gotta hand it to them. I don't eat sweets. I can do chocolate, but not much else with sugar in it. However I do like design, art, and tech stuff [engineer by major]. I'd come here...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is such a cute place to go with friends or bring people from out of town. They have so many yummy desserts, I would recommend you pick whichever one looks most appealing to you - I know it can...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the BEST desserts.. YUM! I just wish they had something like a digital menu or something to choose what you want... you have to look in the glass case up front to choose your cake... then order when...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure what Louie H. is talking about since apparently his taste buds have a high standard for gourmet establishments such as Burger King, Carl's Jr., and Jack in the box, none of which are even...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Let me start with the disclaimer that I'm not a big dessert guy! However, I rarely turn it down when offered, I just don't crave it unlike my need to satisfy my addiction to salt and fat.. That...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place makes my jaw drop and just pisses me off all at once.My jaw drops at any display of desserts and this one truly is extraordinary. There is a case full of choices wtih paragraph descriptions...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
so what's with the hype?? The first time I've been here was about 2 years ago and I remembered not enjoying it at all. So after all this time, I decided to try it again. Ugh.. disappointed and I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I simply adore this place. It's totally worth it to pop in here for an occasional treat. Make sure you come early - their desserts will sell out! I've gone a few times and I wasn't able to get my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's the best of both worlds, beauty and taste. It is as tasty as it is well decorated.When you see the desserts in the display case, they look unreal with the flowers and such. The serving sizes are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't understand why some people give this place such bad reviews... they have really rich tasting, beautiful looking desserts! With what I think reasonable pricing (around $8 for one).Most of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated? Maybe, just by slightly cause parking here sucks! NoT food wise. This is when you said your eyes are hungrier than your stomach can take. All their cakes and pastries are something that you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Enough stuff has been said about ED. Thought I'd list my favorites:1. Cherry chocolate chip cookies2. Chocolate shortbread (best with the vanilla gelato and vanilla tea)3. Fruit tart4. Fruited scones...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times and I always thought it was good.The ambiance is good as well- perfect for dates.
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is probably a little bit more hyped up then it really should be. Don't get me wrong, it's absolutely fabulous but when my friends described the food here I was imagining that I would be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As long as you don't mind crowds, Extraordinary Desserts will make for the end of a perfect and special meal. Every time I have been, there was a long line and a wait to be seated. Once I taste what...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place!! every time i go down to san diego i make sure to set aside time to pay this place a visit because it's out of the ordinary. i like this location better than the other cause this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you really like very huge portions of deserts that cost an arm and leg this is the place for you. The price is fair because the portions are huge and one thing that I did like about this place was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had lost a few cool points with the DW the night before because I was too full after dinner to eat dessert. I scoped this place out on Yelp, and took her here to make it up to her.She had the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Looks like a tiny little house! Unlike their portions, this place is puny! Beware of the crowds. But it's cute and creates a homey feel on the quiet days. I love the fresh fruit toppings on some...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts are a little pricey and parking maybe hard to find but if you've had a bad week, bad day for that matter and need a little pick me up after you've wandered through balboa park to enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Depends what you are going for........ If you want Peaceful and Relaxing with a yummy treat then this is Not your place. If you want Loud Cramped with usually long lines with a yummy treat then this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I needed a special cake for a special gal's 40th birthday. We were heading to Palm Springs for the weekend and I needed something that would travel well and be okay out of the fridge for a couple of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is proof that people eat with their eyes. The beautifully decorated desserts have one wanting to sample one of each. However, this will only lead to disappointment after the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
ED could be a nice place... could be. My first experience was with a girl that wanted to show me a unique place and this was several years ago and I assume before it became out of control popular. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG, my sister brought me here during our vacation to daygo for her conference, it was 2 years ago so i can barely remember, but it was a weeknight of course, came around 7-ish, and the place was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet, since it's the first place I think of for special occassions/ desserts/ places to take out of town friends. I've been here twice and I love it! I've...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts in Downtown is the place to fufill that craving for something sweet. I've tasted there desserts before but have never been to the actual location till now. I was quite surprised...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance is sweet, and so are the desserts... way WAY too sweet. Even for someone with a sweet tooth like mine. Still, I think it's a worthy treat once in a blue moon.
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've read some of the other reviews and I understand why other people love this place so much. But I would not personally recommend Extraordinary Desserts to any of my friends. I've tried - really,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure what quite the fuss is all about. The desserts are good, but not great. Service is okay, but really, for the prices they're charging, should I have to get up and get my own hot water for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hold me back!! My good friend purchased my b-day cake here and it was rich, decadent, and looked so pretty! Oh my was it so good!! Eating dessert here can be a wait but I think it's worth it. They...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Tonight was my first time at Extraordinary Desserts and I found it to be quite ordinary. After having spent almost 2hrs here tonight and $15 on dessert that was pretty average I would have to say that...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was a tough review to write, because I was very torn between 4 and 5 stars. The desserts here are so delicious and spectacular, I thought that maybe that alone would be sufficient to give it 5...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never had anything here I didn't love. I always enjoy stopping by for a piece of cake and a cup of coffee!
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ugh. People posting the wrong pictures are confusing me. This is the location with the small intimate setting next to Balboa Park. I've had, coffee, tea, cakes, etc here. There was sometimes a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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The atmosphere and layout are most annoying Why is the tea on display where the dessert should be? Yea, yea so you can sniff the samples of tea they have out but isn't this place named Extraordinary Desserts?...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The staff here leave alot to be desired....alot. When a emo teenager starts to lecture me about tort law and why I cannot do something, that signals a red flag that they do not vet their employees....
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place is hype. go to any fine restaurant with a talented pastry chef and you're likely find much better for about the same price. and by the way ... the flower petals everywhere don't cover up...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you have a sweet tooth, this is the place to be. If you want to take someone special out on a date, this is also the place to be. It's a cozy cafe located on 5th Ave. with a Zen type decor. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I need to describe extraordinary desserts is four letters and a punctuation... YUMMY! They have an assortment of teas and so far every one I have tried has been really good and I can say the same...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tea and desserts here at the original EOD are excellent. The cake selection is changed on a daily basis so on any return trips you may not be able to find the dessert you fell in love with the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
To be honest I think there's a little too much hype for this place. The desserts are good, but a little on the expensive, especially if you just went to eat dinner. I had the Torta Misu and the cake a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My fiancee and I always take our out of town guest here. We recently, went on Friday night and there was a short line (like always), but nothing too horrible. The Macadamia Nut cheesecake was simply...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Desserts: Rich, decadent, interestingDrinks: LimitedService: LackingPrice: ModerateAmbience: SophisticatedOverall: A delightful treat.
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Interesting...We're smart, to have treats all set to go to celebrate Valentine's Day, we a)celebrated Valentine's Day the day before and b) went to pick up the treats here at about 4pm ...took them...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Always looking for somewhere to go on a slow late night, my friend took me to here for drinks. I have been here three times. First time, I just had a cappuccino and second time, I had a cappuccino and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You either love or hate this place. I personally like this place alot. Let's start with the decor. Very clean and sophisticated. Some think that it looks too shee shee and pretentious. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tea is the best thing here. All of their selections are super tasty, well balanced, and worth the price. You get a sassy little teapot, short and stout, with the dip screen to steep your leaves....
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're into overly pretentious environment and staff then this place is for you. For me I don't need that ultra high level of decor, fixtures and stiffness for something that should be comforting,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is, bar none, my place of choice for dessert. I mean, I really freaking love this place. I tend to like Asian style cakes over Western style cakes, but between a good cake from here (and by...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so I went here for lunch the other day and the food was good....BUT, the desserts aren't even fresh. Yes, they look extraordinary, but they aren't that tasty, nor are they all that fresh. We got a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars."Oh shit, it's hella good." -my boyfriend.Oops. He just caught me yelping in the middle of dessert. brb =XI'm back! I took my friend to ED for her birthday last night. We had the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm. The desserts here are unlike any other. I love the unique ingredients and HUGE portions that are served at Extraordinary Desserts. The cakes are to-die-for. However, the waiting is ridiculous. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I only go here because my gf absolutely adores this place. While I think the desserts/beverages here are delicious and aesthetically pleasing, I wouldn't really come here when I crave good desserts;...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some people have second homes in Arizona (i.e. river house), Montana (i.e. cabin), or Paris (i.e. city apartment). Although I am no longer in SD, my second home has always been Extraordinary Dessert....
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really extraordinary. (HA see what I did there...). Parking can be difficult to find here, and I've never not had to stand in line before, but thankfully it moves pretty fast. While...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like extraordinary desserts. The desserts are simply delicious. Chocolate cakes are decadent and rich, white cakes are full of flavor, all desserts are beautifully decorated.You must be thinking......
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Having polished off a rich and decadent dinner down the road, my friends and I decided to wander over to Extraordinary Desserts to finish off our gluttonous evening with a bit of dessert. We had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been going to place for years and have also corrupted people into going here.Great selection of cakes. All made here and resemble works of art.Their cakes are rich and decadent. You almost don't want...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is all about presentation and not so much about taste or atmosphere.I had a slice of some chocolate cake that was decent, yet very very rich, and mah friend had a slice of some lemon cake...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite dessert spot. I'm a huge fan of this place. All the desserts are wonderful and I particularly like the blood orange cake and the lover girl tea. I truly enjoy the fact that I can go for a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW!! Have you ever gone to heaven. This has to be the place to start your journey. After some really great food, we needed a sweet place to finish up the night. I thought that, Hey why don't we go to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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I love this place. The desserts are divine. The line is insanely long. I recommend eating an early dinner. Drop in here around 6:30. The only person in front of you is your date. Show up around 8:00 and get...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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I took some friends here for what I was hoping to be the end of a pleasant evening. I had been here several times so the line didnt bother me until I realized why there was one. The staff had absolutely no...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Salted caramel ice cream. Ohhh my God...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll back up that Extraordinary Desserts is worthy of its moniker. The desserts are so good that I make up excuses to go to Mission Valley/Hillcrest/Downtown to stop by and pick something up. Every...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great desserts. Been eating here for over 8 years. However, noticed the cake sizes are getting smaller and smaller, and prices are still extremely high. ($7-9 for cakes). It's as much as meals at...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
when i was 16, i landed my first job at a mom&pops confectionary store. i fell in love with desserts and all things sweet! (okay, i was already in love before that job...) the dessert i loved the most...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Extraordinary Desserts has some of the most creative, imaginative and decadent desserts in San Diego! It's uptown location makes it convenient to stop by after a nice dinner or anytime for just dessert and...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Extraordinary" is really the only way to describe this place. Stop in after dinner (or any time) for dessert and coffee. Get a cake made for that special some one on their next birthday....
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I love the desserts here (five stars for the dessert), but my friend told me something about her last visit that makes me wonder...She said a security guard told her and her companion (whom...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmm..If you are craving something sweet, and I mean decadently sweet, this is the place for you. It's a great place for an after dinner coffee and sweet stop, and I've never had bad food here. Though...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i hate yelpi had forgotten about this placei had a friend going to ucsd and use to go here whenever i visited himand how lovely it wasand how great the dessert waseven the tea (jasmine / black ) was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place a lot. Although the cakes were quite dense and sweet, they made their desserts extremely fancy. Truly a gourmet little cafe. I am not much of a dense cake type of guy. I am more of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has changed. I hadn't been here in a while. There was a time when the people who worked here were genuine. Some of them have an attitude, but seriously, it's just dessert. To keep the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PARKING: Street parkingPRICE: Expensive, but = high qualitySEATING: Avaliable and okSERVICE: GoodDesert: YummyMy sister took me to this place. I wasn't thrilled pay like $10 for a slice of cake....
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one review where I will not be overly verbose.This is by far the best desert place in San Diego. Others may have a special dish that sticks out, but no one surpasses ED for consistent...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This location is my favorite, it feels so much more homey than the other. The only sad thing is that it is always packed during weekend nights. I like the desserts here. I wouldn't say it's the best...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There wasn't much in here when we came =( But the place is cute since it's decorated like a quaint European cafe. It even has an outdoor seating. We picked up the Passion Fruit Napoleon and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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Extraordinary Desserts is a great place to go on a date especially if you are looking to share something sweet, rich and tastey. I have never had a bad expereince here. Always walk out happy!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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Unfortunately, Extraordinary Desserts cannot be counted on to prepare a custom cake. My husband and I decided to get to a very special cake for my birthday. He designed a very special cake for me. We arrived...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
350 reviews already, mostly all saying the same thing. Will mine be helpful or any more insightful? Probably not, but here you go.I was going to give it 3 stars but when I realized that the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! They have such elaborate desserts that are really tasty! It is a cozy atmosphere and a nice treat from time to time. The portions are HUGE, so plan on sharing or taking some...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My sister and I have a sweet tooth like no other! So we absolutely reveled in our evening at Extraordinary Desserts. I can't say much that hasn't already been said in the 300 previous reviews, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is simply Awesome and need no introduction!!! My fav here is the Tiramasu and a sip of their Kona blend coffee. Did I mention the owner Karen Krasne, has a lot of Hawaiian influenced in her...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife insists on coming here every time we are in town. It's easy to see why though. The cakes and pasteries they make are some of the best I've ever had.You can expect to wait in line up to 15...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You can't avoid wanting to taste a little peace of sinful heaven, that is why I absolutely love this place. There are two different locations one is a quiet little cafe and the other is a more...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Name Says it all Extraordinary Desserts, Coffee, Tea and you name it. When you first walk in you will notice the beauty of the place, that is second to the food and tea. It's just one of those...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with some friends a couple of weeks ago. They'd ordered a few different desserts for themselves and I ordered the chocolate bomb. They seemed very pleased and satisfied with their choices,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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My girls and i had a little college reunion in San Diego and after a perfect dinner of sushi we decided to head over to Extraordinary Desserts. MMmmmmm it was a great experience all round! good people, sweet...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here since they first opened. Beautiful cakes. A feast for the eyes as well as the tastebuds...their teas are really good too...I like to order green teas because the bitterness...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This bankers hill location is what desserts are all about. I like the way that this location is quaintly situated away from other busy late night destinations. Extraordinary desserts have some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Three words."Om nom nom". That is all. Awesome desserts, sorta pricey but very tasty and.. well. Just go there. :3
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I moved away from SD a few months ago and I've been hurting for 3 things: 1) greasy 24 hour mexican food ala Roberto's, 2) Phil's BBQ and 3) Extraordinary Desserts!I'm hurting baaaaad for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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Beautiful and delicious edible works of art. Other awesome food available...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's an ok place there cookie and cheese cake were pretty good and was nicely designed haha. Ice cream was alright too I like how they put a little flower pedal intop i thought that part was like some...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I never leave this place saying I've satiated any type of dessert craving. I've gone here a handful of times, during the day, on week nights and week ends. Each time I give it the benefit of the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are so many things to like about this place. It's location - close enough to downtown and the Gaslamp, you can get dessert after having a nice dinner or want to hang out with friends. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here's a little pricey for my meager student lifestyle, but Oy! this place has presentation down! The desserts here are beautiful to say the least. And it doesn't stop there! It's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After months of hearing my friends rave about this place, I decided to see if it's really just overrated, or really that good.it is that good. their tea selection alone is something to write home...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome!!A must visit if you're from out of town like me when you're in San Diego. I've been here 2 times now. The first time I went in the afternoon on a weekday so there was no...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I prefer the downtown/little italy location but only by so much. Both have incredible ambience and great food. This Extraoridinary Desserts has the added bonus of being close to the park and great for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two words. First date.High prices.Super sweet.Comfortable atmosphere.Hidden bathroom.Be prepared to drink lots of milk! Favorites have changed from Toasted Caramel Macadamia Nut Cheesecake (yup, it's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE THIS PLACE!Everything tastes soooo goodI don't even remember all the desserts that I've tried...I like the hillcrest one better than the downtown one, because the ambiance here is very chill....
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i used to be a big fan but the last few times we've gone there i've been disappointed. the cakes don't seem to be as fresh as they used to and the quality of customer service has gone down...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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I have been there 3 times and always a long wait, but the wait is worth it. the serviec could have been a little bit better but everythihg else great
kudzu.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Colleague of mine suggested that I try this place since I was in the area.Ordered a slice of the:Viking Cake - 3 stars @ $8.95/slice- Great presentation and extremely pricey- Cake was too rich and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After waiting in line for what felt like hours I wasa expecting to experience an explosion in my mouth of the best tasting dessert. There was a group of about 8 of us and between my boyfriend and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
they do have some amazing desserts... some not so amazing... especially for the price. It is, however, a definite choice when i head out to buy a special occasion cake. One question: for such a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a sugar fiend's wet dream. I should know. I'm speaking of myself.As I entered this fine establishment, the first thing that caught my eye was the tasteful decor. Kind of a chic Gay/...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, the last time I went to Extraordinary Desserts at Hillcrest I was disappointed. I thought that the sub-par dessert I received at the Little Italy location was only specific to Little Italy, but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend recommended the Extraordinary Desserts in Hillcrest for breakfast - yes, breakfast - so a group of us met up here. Obviously my sugar-fiend friend smokes some wicked stuff, because besides...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love extraordinary desserts! Although beware sitting outside I HAVE heard of mice roaming around, but never inside the restaurant. But HELLO, it's in DOWNTOWN you can't control whats outside, only...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being classically trained in pastry has taught me to be critical of everything relating to food and pick it apart -- which I hate and try not to do. But I don't really have much bad to say about...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I'm aching for something sweet, I immediately think to myself, "I've got to have some Extraordinary Desserts!" I prefer the Hillcrest/Banker's Hill location over the Downtown location because...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts a place you go to when you want to splurge on sweets. The price point isn't for the faint at heart but definitely worth a trip once in a while. I definitely like the Hillcrest...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
1 star for plating and presentation.This place is RIDICULOUSLY overpriced! It chapped my ass to pay $25 for two slices of cake, a cup of cappuccino and a small bottle of mineral water (that cost more...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We have been to Extraordinary Desserts three or four times a year over the last decade plus. The last three trips there have been so disappointing that I don't think we will be back. Specifically in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When you're feeling really indulgent, this is the place to go. Loads of desserts to chose from. The atmosphere is charming and intimate and the service is friendly. They serve a variety of cakes,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place and go here for my occasional sweet indulgences. Its unfortunate that they do not bake my favorite chocolate cupcakes as often anymore. While it seems pricey, I once bought a cake...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the slightly closer location to my house, so it gets frequented more, and I have to say, the macadamia nut cheesecake is TO DIE FOR. I can't overstate the deliciousness of this one dessert....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
me: "I'd like the chocolate croissant bread pudding and a pot of tea, please."Dipshit, Chris-Carraba-but-not-nearly-as-good-looking-wannabe taking my order: "Well, we have A LOT of tea."It's hard to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm probably getting the wrong thing all the time but I don't get what's so great about this place. I think Hans & Harry's Bakery is better.
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Where do I begin, when we first walked into this place, the desserts were humumgous, and they all looked so yummy. I couldn't decide on what I wanted, so I made a quick decision on the flourless...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I pick someone up from the airport or i'm downtown, I go here. Yes, it is amazing, maybe because im obsessed with pretty desserts or something. I mean this place is cool, im talkin flower...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm really surprised at all the positive reviews for this place. I have been here a handful of times with my desserts and coffees ranging from good to great. The presentation is gorgeous, usually...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good desserts. A little on the sweet side, but I will let that slide. I adore their decorations and outdoor seating area. There's just something very intimate about sharing dessert with a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't get enough of this place! The desserts are, of course, extraordinary. Here's a list of what I've gotten here:- Creme Brulee: Truly amazing. It's so easy to mess up creme brulee, too. This is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The name's pretty narcissistic and presumptuous, don't you think? It'd be like if I were to walk around wearing a shirt that says "I'm the shit!". But, the desserts here are pretty effing fantastic,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think the desserts here are completely amazing..but definitely overpriced (thus the lost of a star). Every time I come here, I feel like the offerings get smaller and smaller and the prices get...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The WORST flipping cookies in town - how do you mess up a cookie??? Got three kinds - and the Haagen Dazs saved the day. Get a clue for overrated... It is registered here. Last dime of mine they will...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best places for desserts I've ever been. It is priced accordingly. I could tell there was a lot put into every item I've ordered and I've been back a lot. Many of the reviews here rave...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Eleven at night, a quaint little cafe nestled alongside a one way street,extraordinary desserts attracts a long line. I've been patroning this establishment for 5 years, any time I take a trip out to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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There is usually a long line during the evening, but it's worth it but it's worth it. Not completely ideal for really, really big groups unless you can get a table outside. This location is more intimate than...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I actually tried this place, simply because I didn't realize my favorite place "HeavenScent Desserts" was closed on Mondays. I went in with high expectations, and this is what I found....
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So when writing a review should I take into account the delicious and fattening chocolate bread putting that I got or should I consider that price I had to pay for this dessert. Normally I would just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To say that Extraordinary Desserts is 'extraordinary' would be an extraordinarily overstated hyperbole (redundant, I know). On the other hand, I suppose calling the place "Kind Of Extraordinary...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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This isn't your standard dessert menu or quality- it's top notch! The kind you read and see in gourmet and special events magazines. Highly recommended. Parking is a bit of a pain, but the desserts are well...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Humongous desserts that are moderately priced. Some were a bit disappointing--the lemon bar lacked oomph and the banana creme had almost four inches of cream on a single layer of bananas...however, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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I feel for the previous reviewers that had bad experiences, there are 2 locations, and the one on 5th avenue is indeed always packed. We hate to wait, so we know better than to go there on a friday or saturday...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary you say? Well, maybe. That cobbler thing was pretty tasty.Worth the wait on a weekend (an hour in my case)?Not so much in my humble opinion. Mainly because the drinks were luke-warm at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you like foraging for flowers in balboa park and eating them then you'll love this place!A busy place on any given night. There is also a line and you have to stalk tables if you want to have a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite dessert place!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't have much of a sweet tooth, but I like going here to split a nice-looking, good-tasting dessert, and to sip on a perfectly fine tea. Nothing extraordinary about this place, but it can be fun...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hello im a CHOCOHOLIC!and your place is over rated... i mean the deserts are goodhowever they are super over rated! and over priced... your coffee same... its good, but i have had better... your staff...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The dessert case looks like the cover of a magazine and usually tastes as good as it looks.There are two locations, very close to each other. The one in downtown San Diego is really cool.For something...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think that people believe these cakes are extraordinary simply because they tell you they are (in the name) and because they put flowers on the cakes. But I'm here to tell you that if you put it to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic dessertsGreat selection from ice cream to decadent cakesAmazing teasExcellent coffeeFabulously romanticAmbience is over the top--I love the wall with the pressed flowersNothing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not as good as I expected. I would've been way more satisfied with a cheesecake slice at cheesecake factory than the macadamia cheesecake slice that I ordered there. The store was cute but it isn't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE EXTRAORDINARY DESSERTS! This is probably the best dessert place in SD. The cakes are pretty big and $$, so make sure you share one with someone else. It can get pretty crowded during fri/sat...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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Some of the chocolate desserts are too dense for me, but the lighter ones are wonderful and I LOVE their lemon cake here!
kudzu.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Truly fabulous for the ultimate dessert connoisseur. It's hard for me to stray from the macadamia cheesecake whenever I crave an extraordinary dessert, but I have tried some of their other goodies and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I must admit I have a sweet tooth like you would not believe so this place makes me feel like I am 6 again. The dark chocolate and fruity cakes, and the chai lattes are yummy for my tummy. I have only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Late last night after a long work out...I decided I wanted something sweet. So I had heard about this place, well the one in Little Italy. I started heading down and some how I got lost....well not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've tried 4 different cakes from ED. I don't remember their names, something along the lines of - Torta Misu, Raspberry Cheesecake, Chocolate Mousse, and Chocolate w/Rum. Was I impressed? No. Let's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
God I wish I could move this place up to the Bay Area - why are we so slow to bring this concept up north...something of this scale?We walked up and were blown away by how chic the place looked, how...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place doesn't need any more reviews but I just had to add that I just tasted the best cake here today. I've eaten a few since I've moved to SaN Diego but today's cake just topped...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some of the best chocolate cake I've ever had. 100% worth the price and the calories. The staff is friendly and the ambiance is chill. This is definitely my favorite dessert place.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Howzit!?Great dessert. Very pricey for a piece of cake. We have been here many times and tried the Passion Fruit Napoleon, Chocolate cake, strawberry shortcake etc. Cakes are pretty moist, chocolate...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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Many locals knows of this place as the dessert place to try. However, I was not impress by their dessert and it was very expensive. The tiramusu was aweful and the cakes are okay. It looked better than it...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We've been to this place half a dozen times, usually to pick up a cake for a party. The few times that we have sat down to enjoy desserts at the bar the service has been terrible. Wait staff has a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On almost every occasion I would rather go the Parkhouse Eatery (parkhouseeatery.com) for their desserts. However, on the rare occasion that I do venture into the real of extraordinary desserts I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For someone who breathes and lives DESSERT, I have definitely had my fair share of visits to Extraordinary Desserts. Sadly, each time I never truly found a cake/pastry that I was amazed by. Until last...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard mixed reviews about this place, and finally tried it for myself today. The first thing I have to say is, wow they are gorgeous! The overall look is stunning. However.......that's where...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is alright.... I tend to lean more toward the "overpriced and overrated" side. It's your basic pastries and deserts, they don't really do anything particularly well or have any special...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2 stars for the teas and Valhrona hot cocoa.-1 star for the inedible flowers, overcrowded cakes.-2 stars for terrible customer service.This location is crowded, cramped, and sticky. None of the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have driven past this place numerous times over the years, but finally stopped in to try some of their desserts. Highly acclaimed pastry chef, Karen Krasne is the proprietor. She has been named as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw it in the dark. Parking a block away. It was a warm night. Lanterns flickering brighter and brighter as we approached. The murmur of sugar starved patrons growing louder with each step. And the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I have been going here for probably 10 years. Everything I eat there is freaking delicious, I love any cake with chocolate in it they make. Excellent craftsmanship, superb...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't eat at this one but picked up some belated birthday goodies for my man. We got the Devonshire shortcake and nectarine tart to go, both very delicious. I liked the tart better. I wished I had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I remember the days when Extraordinary Desserts was a mere hidden gem, tucked away on Banker's Hill. Now the secret is out and everyone has discovered how special this dessert place is. I can write a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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This place has the best desserts on the planet. i once waited an hour in line, but was happy to do so because the food is so insanely good.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this location better than the one downtown. The atmosphere felt more "cafe like" and was less crowded. The variety and quality of desserts was amazing and it made the extra calorie...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Extraordinary Desserts, how you've disappointed me time and time again...I was going to give you a fourth or fifth time to live up to so many 4 star Yelp reviews, but I just can't hold it back any...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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This is the only place in San Diego to get a luscious dessert. Great place to impress a date. A lot of kids here for prom... haha
kudzu.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
its ok. Don't know too many dessert places in San Diego, but compared to places in LA like (Lady Jane or Portos), this place actually sucks. Its too sweet for me, my teeth would ache and can't take...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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My favorite is the Truffle Framboise -- I love the dark chocolate and the raspberries -- which is so rich I divide the piece into two servings due to its richness. I also like the Tortamisu.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
oh.my.goodness. I've had the delicious treats offered by this establishment as birthday snacks. However, actually getting the chance to sit down and enjoy the amazing array of yuuuummmmmm was even...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the vibe, very very beautiful design on each desert, the flowers and golden flakes looks realistic. I like the lay out of the place, very contemporary. Some what pricey but the experience was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Such pretty desserts, almost too pretty to be eaten. The torta-misu is tres yummy!
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We also prefer this location than the Little Italy location. This one seems more homey and comfy to me. We like sitting outside with the twinkle of candlelights around! And always expect somewhat of a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't really know what to expect as I walked in this store, but i was definitely so surprised and giddy!They had cakes in the refrigerators that looked like bonnets! with cute flowers and ribbons...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Extraordinary Desserts! I much prefer this location to the newer location in Little Italy. I like the more local, neighborhood patio feel of this location. I don't quite understand the haters...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is fantastic! i had the truffe framboise (chocolate cake with raspberries) and it was the tastiest thing i've eaten in quite a while. it cost about $8 and worth every penny! you can tell...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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3 times...3 times in the last 6 months I have given ED a chance to impress me (and my friends). They all LOOK so good but we all have felt that the desserts fell short of expectations when it came to flavor. I...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I tried 3 of their desserts and they indeed do look better than they taste. In general, way too sweet. The atmosphere of a fast-food hut with a long line to the counter and still gratuity included in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, every year my friend Scott goes on a quest to get his wife, Amoreena, a yummy lemon cake for her birthday. Scott did some research on the 'net and ended up getting the lemon praline cake from...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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If you're into cakes like me, this is heaven on earth. Not only are the cakes delicious, they're incredible to look at. Bring some friends so you can enjoy more than one.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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You will the most amazing and delicious deserts here. From cookies, to decadent cakes, other pastries, to drinks including tea, coffee and hot chocolate. I recommand a piece of the Viking Chocolate Cake. A...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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The tea and coffee are pretty decent for an all desert place. Their specialty is of course some very well prepared and beautifully presented desserts. It's a bit pricey but it's well worth it. The scenery is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've died and gone to Dessert heaven!! of course everyone has heard of this amazing dessert shop, but I had to do a review on it and persuade the dessert lovers out there........to go!! to go and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Classy-looking desserts decorated with fresh flowers and bits of gold foil, served up in a sleekly decorated, modern cafe.What I tried: Strawberry shortcake, raspberry coffeecake, butter toffee...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Natalie T. took me here on a rather last minute San Diego trip not too long ago. She always raved about this place and it was a must-try on our SD tour! The place was very cute. There was a bit of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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I understand that we went on a busy weekend, everyone was off, the following day, but I found out that I was overcharged on my credit card. I signed for an amount under $35, but on my bank statement, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cool vibe. Great date place!Super packed. Saw people from all walks of life. I guess Dessert is the second universal language.Everyone told me that I should check this place out because it has the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful cakes, pastries & homemade ice cream. There are 2 locations. The Union St location has to be my favorite. It's small and intimate....maybe too small at times. Expect a line out the door...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you believe that the desserts at Extraordinary Desserts are great then re-evaluate your thoughts. They are 100 times better! All desserts here are absolutely DIVINE. Everytime I have guests from...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Late night fresh desserts, who can ask for any better? This is also a good place to go after a nice dinner if you're out on a date.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're ever visiting San Diego, this place is a must!!I've been to both locations and I prefer the smaller location. The bigger location was soooo crowded!I love their desserts - a little pricey...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a must! I'm not from San Diego and I only get a chance to eat here when i'm visiting my cousin's who are attending college at UCSD. We order at least 6 different desserts to share...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the smaller of the two...though someone was shot here, i still think that this place is safer. The one in little italy has homeless people sleeping on the street. Its makes me uncomfortable,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
bread pudding is the shit. they always have a "special" flavor of day or something (rum raisin, raspberry, apple, etc)only grip: a little expensive...bread pudding ice (a must have) will run you 13...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
These are the type of desserts that have weight to them when you pick up your To-go bag. So when you walk in if it seems expensive look at the portions. You really get two days of dessert in one...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
it's...well..extraordinary to say the least. ha.definitely pricey, but you'll know why once u take a bite of that slice of heaven. it's a great spot to take out of towners or to go for a special...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy shit! This place is no joke. They serve up some serious dessert concoctions. Each dessert is not only supersized (and I mean SUPERsized!) but it's a piece of art. The place is pretty unique. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. My husband and I come here for special occasions. We were here last Saturday night, pretty late, and the wait was not bad. After ordering, we had to sit outside. They had the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very expensive but pretty much everything you can order comes laden with flowers, fruit, and (seriously) gold.Is usually crowded. I've waited in line a long time, but never had trouble finding a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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The great thing about this place is that it has fresh made dessert and gourmet coffee in a comfortable setting. I had the tiramisu and it was not the way I like it. Great presentations but lack the quality.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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These desserts are so amazing. It is a bit expensive but its only because you are getting a high quality dessert. I love the atmosphere of this place as well. Really sweet and perfect after a date.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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ONe of the best places to visit on a night out in the town. The desserts are amazing, a little pricey, but worth every penny.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I usually find myself here at some point while I'm in town. I'm not really a dessert person per se, but I do appreciate it once in a while. This is sort of a San Diego establishment as far as I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Their cakes look really lovely & nicely decorated, but the tastes are not so good. Maybe I expected too much.
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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This place is overrated. The desserts are good, but not worth the price or the wait to get in. The place is very trendy and not really my style.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Go here after a tough event, a great date, or just with a sweet tooth. In any situation there is something here to eat that will satisfy your craving. The place is amazing, and the food is even better.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a great after dinner date place. The ambiance is very romantic and the cakes are gorgeous! I'm not one to like very rich and chocolaty desserts, which they have, but they also have...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok - first of all - I'm a closet architect, but my brain and my hand won't listen to each other, so I can only look and kibitz about architecture. If you haven't stopped to examine the exterior of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i have actually never heard of this place before until now. its cute, the desserts look nice...it tastes ok. the price is about $8 per slice and the slices are huge. but i think i still prefer other...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd heard such good things about this place that when I was finally down in San Diego I just had to try it. We arrived at about 9pm on a Friday night and the line was out the door & down the sidewalk....
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts are amazing--LOVE the Chocolate Croissant Pudding as it really hitsn those intense chocolate cravings. I love the juicy-ness of the Shang-ri-La cake. Everything is waaaay too pretty to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
MOLD! I ate there once. I had been there before and it was alright. However, we went and I ordered this chocolate thing with raspberries on it. The raspberries. Were covered. With MOLD. Not just one...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Please, don't waste you time, money or calories on this place. Totally disappointing. I've tried this place like three times because I want to like it...I love dessert, but there is nothing that is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Occasionally a decent lemon curd. Over-priced, over sugared. I recently had a maldon salt peanut butter toffee cupcake at eclipse on el cajon, best ccake i've ever had.
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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If you're around downtown or Hillcrest, you have to stop by for dessert. They have some pretty unique items for order and a good selection of teas. It's a must try...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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Extraordinary Deserts is a great place to take a date for some nice desert and coffee. Their desert's have great taste.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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good place for dessert, some of the best i have ever had. Great concept too, they don't have any of these up north, at least that i know of
kudzu.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say?I know this place is legendary-and with good reason.It's almost always amazing.Sure,you will get the ocassional item that just doesn't rate.But mostly it is incredible.The pieces are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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this place lives up to its name. The food is amazing and i would go back everyday if i wasnt in danger of eating the whole place
kudzu.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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I cannot get over how amazing their desserts are, from the way they look to the way they taste!
kudzu.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the desserts here are AMAZING. i havent been in a long while and i really wish i could remember the name of the cake that i like. =/ the presentation is beautiful and i would recommend this place to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is no question about the quality and selection of delectable desserts from this place. It is cool, trendy and charming! Plus:1) Makes you happy!2) The desserts are indeed extraordinaryMinus:1)...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hit and miss and EXPENSIVE.
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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So delicious. Be prepared for the best desserts you've ever had and a long line to accompany them. This placed is poppin on the weekends and is a really good date spot. They're also open pretty late, up to 1...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Chocolate focused review: My mom likes to smoke the funny stuff (medical reasons). She loves choclate. When she came to visit last weekend I stored an Influx cupcake in the cupboard so when she...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Their name is legit.Very charming little dessert place that's perfect for a date (*Edit* This must be a new location, 'cuz I can't find their old one! Either way, I recommend going here as a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I find Extraordinary Desserts to be highly overrated. Don't get me wrong they look pretty in the case. I just think that expensive cake should be more delicious than cheaper ones. I think people...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After picking all of my delight cravings from here, and eating them all. I was satisfied. =)
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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This is one place that everyone in San Diego needs to visit at least once. They have some of the most beautiful and delicious desserts that you will ever have. Try their 100% Kona coffee.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Much like Ed McMahon I'm giving the dessert part 4 stars, the service part 2.2 stars. I'm not a pastry chef, so I won't make claims to how dry the scones are or are not. I've been here more times than...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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I absolutely love the desserts here. They are very rich, but pretty expensive. The lines gets pretty long Friday and Saturday nights, and sometimes seating is nil. So if you can come on a weekday or in the...
kudzu.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think it's overrated. I think they need to perfect their recipes. The "cake" parts of their cakes are too dry. And the chocolate that they use, even if they say it's Valrhona, perplexes me. My bf...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I found out about this place from an ex-boyfriend-turned-greenpeace-commando... but don't judge their nature-lovey-ness on that.They kill flowers here... to create pretty-pretty desserts... that are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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The cakes and pastries are wonderful and the staff is always friendly. The line can be taunting- I wish the had a better system! I love their blood orange ricota cake and the chocolate framboise.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Each time I go, there is a long line. Last visit we were waiting out near the street, but it was worth it. Beautiful cakes and desserts! I like the pretty flowers they garnish the desserts with. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here and taking my friends here who haven't been!!!I think this place is great with a wide variety of cakes to try! They change their menus often so every time you go there is a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Come to dessert here after Tractor Room/Hash House A Go-Go... that is IF you still have room because the desserts here are massive! Word of caution, the flower petals on your dessert are NOT edible...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
You know, I doubted all the haters that wrote reviews complaining that the desserts here were "too sweet" or "too rich"... "It's dessert!," I thought. As for the high prices, what's a few extra bucks...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Could the presentation be any prettier? I was really impressed with the overall look of everything and it made me even more excited about trying their desserts. I was super excited about this place,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you can't take the pricing of what I think of as edible art.. then get the fuck outta the damn restaurant... People don't make quality stuff.. .to put it out there for some cheap ass price.. hell...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated. It's so annoying that they don't have a menu of all the desserts to give you. You have to squish up with all the other people in the front and try to look at the desserts and read all the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The dessert was very good. Parking was easy and convenient. And there was only a 30 minute wait. The only problem was finidng seating for our party of 5. We didn't really think about it until we had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Being that I'm a dessert fiend, I practically begged my boyfriend to come with me here (he's not very big on desserts) during a visit to San Diego last summer; the next morning, I'd be flying back to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If the super rich don't induce a heart attack, the prices at this place will! I nearly keeled over when I saw that they were asking almost $10 per slice of cake at this place!!! Sure, the fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There isn't anything new that hasn't been said before. Great place to take a date. Prices are slight on the high side, but it is top notch, and worth it. I usually get a special that comes with ice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think that Extraordinary Desserts is a bit over hyped, but they do have really good desserts.The German Chocolate Cake is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The long line can be annoying and finding a table can...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry but I think this place is probably one of the most overrated places ever, when I first came to UCSD my friends took me to the other extraordinary deserts right down the street from this one...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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Okay, I'm not a huge dessert fan, but I like a good dessert every now and then. But what I don't like doing is paying over $30 for 2 slices of cake and an overpriced bottle of water!! The bill was outrageous...
kudzu.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I do like Extraordinary Desserts but I do not think it's the best desserts I've ever had. I think they are all very rich and decadent-- for special occasions. It's a cute place to take a date but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So the prodigal daughter has returned..I joke, I joke. But seriously since I spent the majority of my senior year in H.S. plus some extra time after wards slaving away in front of that espresso...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place isn't that as bad as everyone have told me. wait is long that's no doubt, staffs are bunch of minimum wage, so you just got to be patient while I was on line. "what, you guys are baking...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went there on a Monday around 7:30pm and there was hardly a line. We ordered a slice of cake and coffee, sat down, and the coffee came a couple minutes later. But the cake came about 15-20 minutes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary DessertsIf you have never been here you should go. That being said, don't go on the weekend and be prepared to spend a lot. I had been to both locations before (the downtown one is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
#214If you bother to wade through the other couple hundred... get the ice cream. They make a mean ice cream. I always go for the salted caramel. Mmm, so rich it burns a hole in your stomach. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Bring a full stomach and a bucket full of patience. I say a full stomach because by the time you get through the lines, you'll be ready to eat again. A bucket of patience because this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They should actually call this place Extraordinary, Wonderful, Marvelous, Fantastic, Incredible Desserts. Just kidding...I don't know why I haven't written a review for Extraordinary Desserts sooner....
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hubby and I went here with friends after hearing so many great things about this place. It was great! I was advised by a friend to always order one of the specials. It was packed the night we went....
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Woooooo Huuuuuuu....what more can I say about this place when the name said it all ... "Extraordinary Desserts". It is always an experience walking in to this place wondering what will be there for me...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's always a line out the door; that's usually a bit off-putting, but it moves quickly. As you proceed in,the line goes through a small intimate candle-lit courtyard, so you experience the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
some of the best cake i have ever had anywhere. major sugar buzz. bring heat.
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is legendary, even in the Bay Area where people occasionally go on the Chowhound.com boards asking if there's anything similar nearby. I like that this location is a little off the beaten...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I remember when my parents first told me about this place, waaay back in the day. I was in Middle School, and after dinner one night we went there. I've never been big on sweets, but I can still...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard many great things from friends that have gushed at how wonderful this place is. Then I read yelp, and I was severely disheartened by the negative comments. The opinions almost convinced me not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pricey place but I love the desserts here! I recommend the toasted macadamia caramel cheesecake, chocolate macadmia torte, dulce de leche and any of their espressos! delish!
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If this establishment called itself " So-So Desserts " or " Mediocre Desserts " I really think that there wouldnt be so many people talking trash about it. The name naturally invites critcism....
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Place gets 4 stars because it wasn't the BEST dessert I've had. Passionfruit riccotta cake was good, but wasnt "OH MY GOD". Service was great though.We went on a thursday night at around 9pm and it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretentious? Maybe, I guess it depends on the staff working the particular night of your visit. But you know what, all that doesn't matter once I sink my teeth into what must be one of my favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts here are excellent - perhaps not extraordinary, but good. I've tried most of their chocolate desserts, as well as their creme brulee which is topped with a selection of fruits. I just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The name is quite deceiving.Again, my SD friends have raved and raved about this little spot on 5th, and since I was along for the ride, I agreed to get dessert with my boyfriend and his friends.The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is nice for a special occasion, but a little too pretentious for my liking. I've only been here a handful of times, but each time I get an odd vibe from the place, like they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love love love this place. It's so cute and the desserts are absolutely beautiful. I haven't asked the people here yet but when I get married (someday), I want my cake from this place. Who can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is definitely a nice looking place with all the decor and the presentation of their food and drinks, but the taste of the desserts isn't so extraordinary. They taste decent but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been hearing so much about this place and I had to go. My friend and I went down there, it seemed like an adventure just getting there because i'm not from downtown so finding my way around was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, subsequent to the dead sea scrolls, we proceeded to have extraordinary desserts since you can't leave SD w/o trying this place! We actually visited both locations. This one being the original...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My brother's brother-in-law bought a cake for his own birthday from here. Yeah, we all razzed him about how pathetic we thought he was for purchasing his own freakin' birthday cake, but man, that was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
VERY special...VERY extraordinary...a little TOO extraordinary for us though...Best Dessert 2007 according to citysearch, so we tried it out on our 3 day trip to SD. I think it's the best in terms of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm torn about this place. Good desserts, excellent service, and wide variety of items to choose from. But really, since when did every dessert joint have to become all posh and trendy? I guess if you...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary desserts. ha try ordinary. There is nothing special about this dessert place. I had a Chai Hot Chocolate that was good. But wayyy over priced. and i the passion fruit torte. it was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you can get a seat, this is a great place to grab a bite to eat of some sinful desserts, and catch up with some friends.if you can't get a seat, and most likely you can't cuz its ALWAYS busy,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard a lot about this place so I had some pretty high expectations. At the store, I had a slice of the Ivoire Imperial. It had a light cake and good fruity flavor with white chocolate shavings...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered a birthday cake from them a week ago and when I came to pick it up, they told me that they never received my order. After arguing with them, they saw my credit card number in their files,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not that this place needs another review, but with a name like Extraordinary, the only thing which was extraordinary about it was the long line and the presentation. The desserts aren't delicate but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I refer to this place as "Mediocre Desserts". I seriously think that the only reason anyone even remembers that this place exists is the clever name. I've been here 3 or 4 times. For...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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The wide variety of offerings here is amazing. Each dessert is made with the finest ingredients available with a beautiful presentation. It has won my heart and stomach over as I usually wouldn't even consider...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I never leave San Diego without a visit to this place. I've only visited this location, not the other one on Union. I have to thank my cousin for bringing me here because A) I LOVE desserts, in fact...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some friends of mine took me here when I came to visit SD. A bit pricey for their cakes, but so worth it. The shangra la cake is really good, as was their white chocolate strawberry shortcake....
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They should serve smaller portions for less money. That aside, this place is phenomenal. The patio had a great ambiance! My german chocolate cake was awesome. The salted caramel ice cream was weird; I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
igot a few different things and none of them impressed me.the cakes look nice. they have flowers on them and wat-not.but it's not as good as it looks.the tea was good. but tea is tea. that's not what...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I could not have been MORE dissapointed in the ordinary desserts from this super hyped WAY overpriced place. So much so... it partially ruined my birthday. Considering sweets and sinful desserts are...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing that's extraordinary about this place is the price. To be fair, their decoration is pretty awesome. It's a great place to hang out on a date and enjoy some champagne or white wine....
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best dessert place I've been to - hands down. Sure it's pricey but it's worth it. I had 3 differnent desserts and they were all good. And the lavender tea I had was real good too and complimented...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say that I agree with those in the room who feel that the aesthetic must accentuate and not compensate for flavor in a dessert. When you're talking about your calorie allowance, those...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my first bite into the mental delights of this famed dessert shack cue'd that ganga induced song into my dessert dining soundtrack atmosphere..."Insane in the membraneInsane in the brain!Insane in the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Meowza! What a great dessert spot! My gal pal, Caitlin, and I went here for some tasty treats on recommendation from a friend. First, the design of this location is perfect. I can't think of a cozier...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think their desserts are absolutely sinful! I've tried several different desserts on their menu and have never been disappointed. Plus they make a really good, strong French press coffee. Perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my sister and i came here on a friday night. it was crowded, but, surprisingly, the line moved uber fast and we soon were sitting down and our lovely be-pierced waiter brought us our hurking slice of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was 10:00 on a Monday night, and we'd been slaving away at our research papers for a whole two hours. (During that time period, I got a new Tetris high score and my roommates learned to rap the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I know I'm upsetting a lot of people on this bandwagon of a trendy spot but I've been dragged here multiple times and every time I am extraordinarily disappointed. I give them credit for their...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great desserts here! The hype is real, it's worth a visit!
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tall glass of milk with either the viking or the passion fruit torte. This is one of the best cakes I've tasted when it's FRESH. I have bought their fruit cakes for bday parties but that has not gone...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I have never really enjoyed their desserts that much, I am really picky, but to me they seem more expensive than extraordinary. My family thinks this place is amazing, so I occasionally get dragged...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have had this place suggested to me now atleast 3 times. So I had to see what all the fuss was about!After a sushi lunch we didn't feel obese enough so it was on to a 1,000 calorie dessert. LoL,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
had my first taste of extraordinary desserts a few days ago, and though i only got the lower priced raspberry chocolate cupcake and coffee cake, i was thoroughly impressed by the presentation and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go here with my aunt for lunch when I used to work downtown. This is a really nice place, and the dessert is very, very, very good. It's a bit pricey but if you desire elegant (Yes I said...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The good: The best desserts in central San Diego. More expensive than average, but you do get what you pay for.The bad; The service. Have been going there for years, but the visits are streched out...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts - really, truly, delicious. The atmosphere was modern and extraordinary. A little expensive though (a slice of cake was $8.95), and the service was not superb. However, a positive...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been a few times, and I enjoyed most of he desserts I tried. The prices could be a little bit better but for the most part, its good stuff.
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts should have gotten four stars but part of the service was so bad that I had to give the entire experience 2 stars. First of all, this place was way too crowded and the line was insanely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy! Love the desserts, love the tea, don't love the cookies. Seriously though, who was the lamo in my party who ordered a cookie?! Anyway, it sucked when I tried it. Go early for more selection.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There is something very strange going on at this place. It's a typical trendy upscale maybe-a-bit-overpriced dessert place, right? Their desserts are delicious, for sure. They serve brownies with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
been there twice. both times the bread pudding was yummy! the first time i had the apple bread pudding and the second time i had the chocolate bread pudding. the service however takes forevverrrr!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
life would not be the same without my chocolate mousse cake from this heavenly place, a great price for a slice of heaven! P.S. a slice is enough for 2 people.
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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May 27th my significant other took me to Extraordinary Deserts for my birthday. We had a delicious Napoleon pastry, a slice of Tiramisu cake and coffee. The coffee was rich and dark the way we like it served....
kudzu.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving this place 4 stars because the desserts here taste fabulous. They are on the expensive side though. Best time to go here is at night during the weekdays, weekends are tough because of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is a slice of heaven -no pun intended.I have to agree with everyone here about the atmosphere, it's beyond yuppie and there are so many catty women there it makes me a little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The perfect date spot. Cozy, homey, somewhat quiet....with good desserts!The cakes here are perfectly balanced and delicate. I'm not a big fan of cakes that are too sweet, where all you taste is the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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I've been a customer at this establishment for years. Of course, we are used to standing in line and waiting for a seat, but we don't mind that. However, last week, I took 7 of my girlfriends, and it was a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place because I love dessert. It would be an extremely rare meal for me if I don't have dessert. after. When I was at Extraordinary Dessert I thought I was in heaven. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We don't have any places in NorCal like this! Soooooo cute, and delish! I ordered the Banana Cream Tart, and my friends ordered the Viking, and something else with chocolate. The crust on the tart was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Any dessert here is delicious.Pricey but u get a huge piece and it's just worth it.My friend told me about their Marco Polo tea, and since the first try every time I get the tea, the aroma is so...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not trying intentionally go against the grain or be anti-establishment but this place is more hype and "pay for the atmosphere" than "extraordinary" desserts. Actually the atmosphere comes with a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Overall I was pretty disappointed. Can't really say much positive for this place other than it being a really nice hangout place. I've been there twice and both times I had a mediocre to disappointing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After waddling out of a satisfying dinner at Celadon, the host for my weekend in San Diego took me to Extraordinary Desserts just to make sure I had blown my sugar-and-carb-restricted diet for good....
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummy!!taste: written below... decor: a complete flip from their littly italy location. this place in downtown has a modern look with high ceilings. room: large... lots of inside seating, and outside...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinarily mediocre.Let me preface this review by saying that I'm married to a pastry chef, so my standards are a bit high. That and I consider a meal with nothing but pastries and sweets a real...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This Extraordinary Desserts is in a cozy setting - small and dimly lit at night with an outdoor patio. On the weekends I've waited in long lines; it's open pretty late, I think 11PM so it draws a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A place even non-dessert-lovers will LOVE.Went there on my birthday when I first came to San Diego. Their coffee was one of THE BEST I'VE EVER HAD. My jaw dropped. It was that good.I usually like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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Although I am absolutely enamored with Extraordinary's desserts, food, ambiance and architecture... they lost my business for a wedding cake due to the poor attitude of their employees. I find their cakes to...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted to pick up something nice for dessert to bring to a dinner I was attending. After hassling with parking I walk in and begin looking at the desserts in the case. I then walk up to the order...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It has a really "cute" atmosphere. Dim lighting and candles at night time, but don't go there expecting to get some great food before desserts. This is probably a place you'd go after a dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know there's a lot of reviews here already but I just have to add my two cents.Dos:- Do expect to pay more for the desserts. At least $12-15 per person depending on what you order.- Do try any one...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me tell you a little secret about Extraordinary Desserts... if you're broke and don't want to spend $10 on a slice of cake, and you still want some delicious sweetness, get one of their cookies....
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Was just in San Diego for 4 days for a mini vacation and I kid you not - we went to ED 2 times!! Man oh man do we need a place like this in Berkeley! Unbelievable treats! Great atmosphere - nice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Super delicious! I had the dulce de leche cake (chocolate and caramel) and I was definitely in heaven. The only problem was that at the time we went there (around 9:30 PM), the line was out the door...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love their desserts!
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
again, im a sucker for cute dessert shops. this one definitely was one of them. and the presentation of the dishes was gorgeous.
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent presentation and delicious desserts, every item doubles as a dessert and a bit of art. Plus, the bread pudding is without equal: the outside is crispy, the inside soft and both warm, and no...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i suggest everyone that reads this review to try this place at least once. The price was on the moderate side but worth the price.. ONlY reason why this place didn't get the 5th star was because...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Extraordinary Desserts, and since I moved to L.A. I have been searching for a place just like it, to no avail. I even asked Jonathan Gold if he could recommend a suitable stand-in and he gave...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really don't knwo what the fuss is about this place. The desserts are ok, but WAY overpriced. So are the drinks. The service is slow and the parking sucks.Then again it IS downtown SD. Parking sucks...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To begin, I must say that I do not go to Extraordinary Desserts for dessert. I have had their cakes a couple of times at work funtions and have always been impressed by their appearence, but found...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty and pretty!We had some sort of cake deal with almond cake and white chocolate filling. Mmmmmm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
2 words: expensive and over-rated. The Boyfriend and I were there late on a Saturday night during a weekend in San Diego. After three times around the block, we were able to find street parking....
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best dessert place by far....I love their Cheesecake....light and yummy. Passion Fruit cake is excellent as well. I wish we have more of these places in OC.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK. just ok. i had better cake else where, and its Overpriced.. luckily, I didn't have to wait in line, and oh boy when i left the store, the line was already out the door and around the patio. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OK but excessively priced. Three coffees, a piece of cake and a small muffin was more than $30. Haven't been back.
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place lives up to its name!The cakes are amazing. Who would have thought of putting creme brule (sp?) in a cake?!?!? Genius i say!Though the cakes look covered in chocolate and other goods, the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A fabulous dessert place, my favorites are the Pavlovas, cinnamon ice cream, Napoleons, and the Kona Gold coffee served flawlessly in a coffee press pot. Avoid this place on Fri and Sat. evenings like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my absolute favorite dessert place. All their desserts are very, very rich. The cakes are beautiful, but more importantly delicious, though some are better than others. Menu varies somewhat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard that Extraordinary Desserts is God's gift to cake and I know I'm supposed to be really impressed by the place, but I can't muster any feeling about them more positive than "eh, not bad".In...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Orgasmically delicious! If you like ambiance, arrangement and candle light desserts, this place is it. The end-all be-all of dessert. And this is the most romantic eatery I've ever been to.
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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I LOVE extraordinary desserts. I am more partial to the ambiance of the Hillcrest location (more cozy cottage) over the Little Italy location (open urban space) but the Little Italy location serves food and...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE extraordinary desserts. Their cakes are delicious. I'm not sure it's something to be proud of, but I've tried almost all of the cakes that they make. My favorites are:1) blood orange ricotta...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredible desserts! The chocolate pecan pie literally melts in your mouth. I've never had something that I didn't like, and the quality is consistent. This is a great place for a date. If you are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Last night while at Extraordinary Desserts, I made a comparison to Magnolia Bakery in New York City. Now that I'm yelping about it, I find this analogy still holds true. Like Magnolia, Extraordinary...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Over-rated!Yes, that one word sums it up.I give the owner credit for creating a "niche" for this type of restaurant. However, this restaurant has become too big for it's own ego. I have gone 4...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
like a cafateria that you can get hammered in, just like high school. only more expensive
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
saturday we were in town scoping out our new hood, trying to think of all the new restaurants i get to try out here when my friend suggests that we meet her and her man here. she's been raving about...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I lvoe this location. I hate the new Union St one. This location is small, intimate, and a great date place. The desserts are very good here. However, what annoys me is that they always change the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So the first night in SD, we went to the one in Union St and second night we went here. Yeah we were bored and didn't know where else to go. Now I understood why extraordinary dessert was such a big...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i recently visited SD and being a dessert fan i made one of my friends take me here. its a really cute DATE place for guys that are interested.the desserts are beauuutiful to look at. the price tags...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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I went here with a group of people on a Saturday night, what a disaster! The service was awful and their desserts were less than mediocre. I was a server in my college days, I understand the hardships of his...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two places I always have to go to when I go down to San Diego are Phil's BBQ and Extraordinary Desserts. How can I describe the desserts? Extraordinary.. lol. Carrot cake! White chocolate macadmia...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a magical and pretentious dream palace of culinary perfection. It's hard to describe to non-San Diegans, although I'm sure each city has its own version: "imagine an upscale, snooty,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last night I had a dream about the pavlova and I drooled...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just ok.I've been here three times. The first was outstanding... the second trips, the desserts were just mediocre.
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's gotten old. Too loud, the desserts are too expensive and someone got shot and killed. Just bad ju ju. Yogurt World is just soooo much better.
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Woo Hoo! I love this place! It's like a cafe only 10 times better! The atmosphere is beautiful, the people are FRIENDLY (even though they are well dressed enough to be snobs), the staff is great....
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place 5 stars, but this location is a little crowded and sometimes you stand in line forever (well worth it though)These items are more than Extraordinary. Whenever friends visit...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Be sure you work out after you eat here! Everything is just too delicious, I usually get a slice of cake.A nice place to take a date, some friends, or just kill some time while enjoying the best of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A favorite last stop for San Diegans, Extraordinary Desserts boasts some of the best desserts, coffees, and teas in the city. Even if you don't like desserts, you owe it to yourself to try this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five star desserts.Can be crowded, but worth the wait.
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always loved this location with it's more homey, cottagey feel. Got creme brulee here once and they actually did it right (many places don't...). Service has always been pleasant here. I love...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a place that specializes in DESSERTS? i'm game...beautiful desserts that taste good too, if you like real buttercream frosting. i ordered a bunch of tarts and cookies to go and those stayed yummy in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a date here and it was fun, but not because of the desserts. The industrial feel is cool, and the desserts *look* amazing.But everything is overpriced and for a sugar-holic like me, the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've had better cakes.I've had better cakes from Costco, LMAO.I've had better cakes.What I've heard tho, is that they used to be good, better. They (people that have been there before) do not know...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A small parking lot on the side of the building or side street parking won't stop the San Diego faithful from lining up (about 30 deep) outside the door. In the evenings, all the tables are usually...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously, this place does dessert like no other. There is also a location in Little Italy, but since this was the first place I experienced Karen Krasne's desserts, this remains my favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I fear I do not have the words to describe how extraordinary this place is.The desserts here (all American style desserts, not French) are simply divine. I have yet to have anything here from their...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I come here almost every month when visiting my bf...and the cakes here will get you as close to Meg Ryan's fake orgasm scene (When Harry Met Sally) as possible. My two favorites here are by far:1....
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can this place not get a five star?? Yes the parking situation is bad, yes there's a huge line all the time, and yes the people aren't very friendly there. But the cakes!! THE BEST EVER. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I probably don't remember too much about my last visit to extraordinary (it was 11:30PM on a Friday- you do the math), but all I know is that those 2 huge slices of cake (double chocolate, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My beef is this... every time I go there (generally after dinner), I have to stand in line forever and the service is very unfriendly. I've been there 5 times.My typical experience: Drive to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't eat sweets. My girlfriend loves this place. Ever since I moved down here to SD 3 years ago we have been coming here for desserts. Sometimes, I think the coffee and sugar makes her frisky....
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since my friends and family considers it the "talk of the town," My wife and I decided to make a lil trip to this place. BTW I thought the location was in Hilcrest... Hmmm.. anyway.. A- for the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been to the other location because every time I come to this one, I don't have to wait to be seated. I don't know of any other dessert place like it. It's really artsy which adds to the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slipping into a calorie coma. Death by truffle framboise... delicious beautifully presented(I subtracted a star for the abysmal parking situation and because they don;t put the pretty sauce on stuff...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered this gem of a place back when I was in college and although I no longer live in San Diego, I make it a point to stop by when I do go back. Although it can get a bit pricey, the desserts...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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I love this place but ever since that drive by shooting where two people died in 2006, i will never go back. It's really unfortunate. Thank goodness there's a second location. If you're brave enough to go, try...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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The constant line outside the door attests to its delicious cakes and pastries. It's hard to choose, as well as try something new once you've had a taste of one of their tasty treats. I always ending up...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I could have the Frasier or the Gianduia shipped to me weekly, I wouldn't hesitate to do so. (And eventually, I'd need to be lifted out of my house with a crane.) I love Extraordinary Desserts....
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool decor. Desserts and cakes here are a tad too rich for me but still really yummy! nice place to splurge for dessert for a special occasion or something. They're open late on the weekends as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to go on a warm summer night with a loved one or with friends to hang out. The cakes are delicious and each order is a work of art. With a nice pot of tea, it makes for a great way to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
expensive, but worth it. nice atmosphere, but very full at peak hours.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced (paid nearly $9 for a slice of cake).. potentially overly sweet (depending on what you order).. but for some reason I keep going back???
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome. They have a variety of desserts, and they change their selection from time to time. While in any other place, this might be a bad thing, at Extraordinary Desserts, you can't go...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another restaurant that lives up to it's name.Deducting one star for the long wait and because the desserts sometimes look better than they taste.Other than that, it's absolutely heavenly.
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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Delicious and not a terrible price. Its a beautiful place with lots of nice plants too. Great for the end of a date. Every dessert there is good! Plus they caught the guy who shot someone there so you're safe.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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All of their desserts are amazing! Coffee's good too!
kudzu.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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The name of the place truly matches what is served. First time I went there they totally helped me in what I should get cuz there were so many awesome looking desserts. This place is a great date place, been...
kudzu.com - user review - 03/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts are rich and I love them. The atmosphere is cool, but unfriendly. You arrive and have to wait outside in a line and you don't even have a good idea of what exactly is offered. I am still...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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You can not beat Extraordinary Desserts for the incredibly delicious and beautiful treats they offer. From bread pudding to birthday cake, they have an amazing selection and everything is top notch. The cafe...
kudzu.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really really want to love this place, but I just don't. The presentation of the desserts are fabulous, but no matter what I get I can't eat more than four bites without feeling sick from the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its a little pricey, but if you want to treat yourself to a delicious slice of cake and indulge a bit, then this is the place to go. The ambiance is semi Zen-like with the staff all dressed in black....
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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I have been going to this place for many years and they do continue to amaze me. The lines have gotten longer and the wait is out the door, but worth every effort to enjoy! The selection and presentation of...
kudzu.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ever eat art? You can do that here. Pricey, but the desserts are beautiful and delicious. Leave your diet and weight issues at the door... you'll reach your weekly allowance of fat and carbs in a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Monday night is a great night for Extraordinary Desserts. No lines! By the way, not so great for Heaven Sent. We tried them first, but they were closed. Even though I've been here dozens of times...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I could dump my girlfriend and date a place with great desserts - I would. My girlfriend and I visited a college friend in San Diego, back in September '06, and my uncle recommended this place as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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The desserts are spectacular. Each dessert is decorated and served. The atmosphere fits the desserts. Overall a great experience. The other location on Union St can have better service though. Now I always go...
kudzu.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the word extraordinary doesnt do it justice. I'm a big fan of sweets and the cozy atmosphere is a plus! Everytime i go here theres always something new to try. I've never ate or seen the same dessert...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not so much a favorite. Extra ordinary desserts. I did try, really. It's hard to find a person in San Diego who hasn't tried it and loved it ... but try as I might, I just don't dig it. I'll...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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This place is both a feast for the eyes and for the chocoholic's palate. Although tempted to visit often, I generally visit this establishment for special occasions: entertaining guests, birthdays, romantic...
kudzu.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this IS a cool place but I don't think it (the 5th Ave location) deserves 5 starsI've been here many times, for special occasions (birthday or dates) or trying to impress out of town guests. It is a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place -- I always take SD visitors here.I love to sit outside on a nice, sunny day and have great conversation with friends. Getting tea with your dessert is a MUST-- they go so well...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely decadent treat for a night out with the girls or when you're nursing pms pains. don't go at high traffic times (like after dinner or on weekend nights) or be prepared to wait in a line out...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tres bien! This business bustles at all hours of operation, even near closing hour, and has a soft, far more inviting atmosphere than the newer, styly-wylie location in Little Italy. And one look at...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here once, and now comparing the Little Italy location I can see the and -'s of each one. Desserts are great hands down.However, at this location, you have to line up, order, sit down with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Decadent. This is a great place to relax and indulge, and considering it's a rather long walk from my house, I don't even feel guilty when I go here! Wouldn't actually recommend this after dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a brilliant idea. Who doesn't want to just hang out and have dessert? I had the Warm Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding and it was amazing. It wasn't too soggy and the croissant was still flaky...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
everything is delish, all the desserts look and taste amazing!! skip dinner and go for coffee and dessert at extraordinary desserts- you will not be disappointed!
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to take someone special. My bf took me here when I went down to SD to visit him and I just fell in love with the place. Waiting in line to order I couldn't help drooling over...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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Coffee, tea, and the sweetest desert you could EVER find! Some people would say this is an ideal place for a first date, it could be - but this place gets pretty loud on fri and sat nights that you'd...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming to this place every time I'm in San Diego. It does get a bit crowded on weekends. The dessert selection is awesome and so is the beverage selection. It definitely can be a really...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a date or for the late night sweet tooths. Some of their desserts look pretty lame but for the most part, the few times I've gone, I've been pretty satisfied even though I'm not too...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to hang out after a night hanging out in Hillcrest or partying up in the gaslamp (although, they're not open that late). The desserts here are fantastic. The menu changes daily,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
(Hillcrest location)Remember the Royal Nonesuch from Huckleberry Finn? Imo that is exactly what this place is.First thing you notice, the desserts are way too sweet, or too tart. I can never tell...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This one is wayyyyyyyyyyyy better than it's sister restaurant in Hillcrest.. why? Because they serve FOOD instead of just desserts-- the food is amazing and posh... and you're in Banker's Hill. Gotta...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Extra. Desserts serves amazing Strawberry Napoleon in a fashionable chic setting. I was blown away by the breathtaking beauty of their concoctions that looks just all too good to eat. Nevertheless, I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend took me to this place because it's not as "posh" and "stuck up" like the other Extraordinary Desserts. I agree, I like the quaint, modern look to this location but I didn't enjoy the cupcake...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Is there such thing as Zen dessert?? Because I think I've found it. I am one with my sweets at this amazing dessert shop. You will need to get in line with the rest of us when you get here because...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like their desserts, but not their service. I went with a group of 12 and we had to split up into two groups of 6 in order to avoid having to pay $10 per person (that's their policy - groups of 10...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Extraordinary Desserts is exactly what it claims to be....extraordinary! I've traveled literally 2/3'rd of the world and always found myself comparing the cakes I ate with those of the ones from this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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This is where to go for the BEST desserts in San Diego! The desserts range from light and small to rich, artistic creations that are all delicious and beautifully crafted. I highly recommend this little slice...
kudzu.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
hm..... read all about this place and so we should go check it out. we went there around 7:30pm. i thought it's dinner time and people shouldn't be crowding in this place. i was wrong. we were in line...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
went here for the first time the other night, and it was overall just ok. i have heard so much about this place over the years and i was really looking forward to it. but maybe it was all the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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This is by far the best dessert place in SD. The uptown location has a very warm and welcoming environment. Great for any event.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It really doesn't matter if extraordinary desserts is good or not because the concept is so brilliant that I I'm sure it'd be successful even if the menu consisted of nothing but pop tarts and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Simply amazing! I've tried most of their selection one way or another and there are certainly hit and misses. The Chocolate Loaf cake was unpleasantly crumbly and dry, despite a good rich chocolate...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think I like the idea of extraordinary desserts better than the reality. I love the idea of going to a chic eatery that sells exotic overpriced desserts and coffee. The concept of heading there...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Truly EXTRAORDINARY! Now that I live in LA this is one place I really miss. I usually go to the one on Union, it's a lot bigger so the wait is usually not as long. Once you get inside the place...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything I've eaten here has been an orgasm in my mouth -- I love chocolate and E.D. delivers (The German Chocolate Cake is divine).Perfect date spot -- it's cute and romantic and intimate.The only...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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They are really extraordinaire!! i love it here, and we enjoy just sitting and chatting over a cup of coffe and a slice of anything. delicious
kudzu.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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Their desserts are fresh but a little pricey but worth every single penny. I would recommmend tasting their dulce de leche because it's not too sweet it just right.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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My Son went to get a cake for a friend and they just love the selection. The item that they selected was the "White Chocalate Rasberry torte" WOW You need to try it!
kudzu.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a dessert fan, for that matter I don't care much for sugar. My friends have been begging me to go with them swearing that I wouldn't be disappointed. So I made it a point to go in the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely the place to hang out or have a date with the GF/wife. Warm and very friendly. The Dessert is wonderful but if you get there late, some items may be sold out.
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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Exraordinary Desserts is one of my favorite after-dinner places to hit, or when I've got to have something sweet. Every cake and pastry is amazingly rich and worth every penny. I'm more fond of both ED...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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Amazing desserts. Beats the heck out of trying to bake them yourself.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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Great coffee, amazing desserts, a must-do for anyone with a sweet tooth
kudzu.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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A nice variety of exclusively deserts for the foodie with a sweet tooth! Everything is made fresh on site (to the best of my knowledge). While the deserts are absolutely extraordinary, so are the prices! Come...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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I met with my women's group here several times out on the patio. They have delicious desserts and tasty coffee. A little bit on the pricey side, but well worth it!
kudzu.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those places where people stand so close to the counter that their noses touch the glass and leave a breath print, and then just sit and stare at the cakes until they start drooling.The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2006
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This downtown dessert and bakery location is airy with lofted ceilings and modern furniture. A great place for a date, birthday or guilty pleasure. You are greeted by large cases of baked goods and desserts,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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If you have a sweet tooth you could go bankrupt at this store. Awesome dessert.
kudzu.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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There are two extraordinary diesserts locations in san diego, and i prefer this one. The atmosphere is very intimate and the desserts are exactly what the restraunt's name implies. One bite of their cakes is...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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A little on the $$$ side but these are the best deserts in town. Great presentation. Romantic atmosphere. Amazing coffee, too.
kudzu.com - user review - 09/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought J. was joking when she told me she was taking me to "Extraordinary" Deserts...but then I found out why it got its name. The food was okay, I had the brie sandwich in my posted photo, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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This is a great place to hang out after a night hanging out in Hillcrest or partying up in the gaslamp (although, they're not open that late). The desserts here are fantastic. The menu changes daily, but it...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5 Stars for the dessert, 4 stars for the price and the long wait and the hard to find parking. I've always enjoyed coming to Extraordinary over these years, especially bringing the out of towners for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn, I'm all about dessert, it's my favorite part of the meal, next to the appetizers and entres. I came here one afternoon with the bf and found that there was no wait at all. The service was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love desserts and when I heard about this place I knew I had to try it. We went on a Friday night around 9ish and the place was packed, think we had to wait about 45 minutes just to get in and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All i can say is BEST DESSERT PLACE EVER. I love their Tiramisu (Torte Misu on their menu). Not too sweet, made to perfection. If you are a chocolate lover, definetely get the Triple Chocolate Mousse.
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This location is waaaay smaller and more intimate that their Union street restaurant. This is a desserts bakery/cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. I don't know what they usually play, but I was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great on atmosphere. Good service. Definitely a place to go to impress. Essentially I ate whatever my friend whom is a girl ordered. What do I know about desserts, I'm a guy.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The creme brulee is a bowl of crunchy sweet goodness, and I love how all the deserts come with floral garnish--yes, I'm easily impressed.Be ready to drop a few dimes, this is the "special occasion"...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so industrially hip. The deserts are to die for and their meals are so clean, healthy, and fresh. They don't have a desert menu because they have something different everyday. Tortes,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
oh my morrocan, how i love you! the morrocan cake is so SO good, so is the white chocolate cheesecake and pretty much everything else there. who cares if the main ingredient is cellulite?
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Whether you love desserts or not, you must check this place out. Every time I make a trip down to San Diego, I absolutely have to stop by this place cause I love coming here. The cakes are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is some of the best cake I've ever had. It's a tad bit pricey, but totally worth it. The decor is posh and comfortable, but the wait is sometimes out of control. I try to hit this place every...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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Ok, dessert fans, if you go to San Diego, be sure to try this place, and be ready to wait in line. I had the breading pudding with ice cream off their special menu, that was DA DOMB!!! I dont' remembe...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The desserts truly are extraordinary :) The menu changes daily, so there is always something new and delicious to try! I prefer the 5th Avenue location in Hillcrest. It's definitely more intimate and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Freaking awesome desserts, all nicely presented on plates right to your table. Slick industrial interior and good looking crowd. I also went here for lunch and was surprised how good it was, seeing...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is amaaaaazing. If you have a chocolate craving (or any sort of dessert craving for that matter) go here!!!! Their desserts are works of art in and of themselves. I agree with Sabina O -...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! And open late too I believe... Being a guy, I'm not even that into desserts but I definitely enjoyed the desserts here. Some would even say the desserts were extraordinary!
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Try going mid/late afternoon or in the morning - no waiting! Besides the fact that the desserts are delicious - it's like going to a gallery & seeing works of art. Everything is beautiful & I wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely gush when I think about all the irresistible desserts created at this patisserie. The depth of imagination required (evident with each decorative detail), heavenly fragrance, bouquet of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The other reviews are right-on about the food at this place. It is delicious. However, nobody mentioned the wait to get in the door. Last time I was here, I waited over half-an-hour to order, then...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely one of the places you should see in San Diego. Extravagant desserts, most topped with flowers or gold flakes and a wonderful setting. A lot of their desserts are not to my taste,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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I never thought I would stand in line 45 minutes for dessert on a weekend night, but that is not uncommon at this fabulous uptown fine bakery. Great assortment of teas, Scharfenberg chocolates and tea...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/23/2005
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The desserts are wonderful hereHeavenly tasting -- though a little on the rich sidebut its worth it when you feel like pampering yourselfA slice of cake is really hard to finish in one sitting b...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/06/2005
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Extraordinary Desserts is one of the first places I visited when I moved to San Diego based on numerous rave reviews. It did not disappoint. The lines are often long to get in, especially on weekend...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/09/2005
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This is a great cute little place if you are big dessert fan. The place is desserts only and is extremely popular and a great place to visit and hang out with friends.There are tons of different c...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/08/2005
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This is one of my favorite spots in San Diego. I've been going here so long, I remember when the lines didn't stretch out the door and around the corner. I haven't been to the new location in Little I...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/08/2005
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If you are looking for a great dessert place then this place would not disappoint. The selection is great but the line is long especially if you go on a weekend. The desserts are beautiful and the amb...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/02/2005
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Lots of restaurants offer good desserts, some are good, some are better, but what if you just want to have some dessert? What if you want some extraordinary desserts? Well, Extraordinary Desserts offe...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Modern, Asian-inspired minimalist interior, great selections of teas (they carry Mariage Freres Teas!), pretty desserts... you've got to love this place.
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't even like dessert, and I am amazed by this place. Imagine a soothing, asian inspired building with a zenlike patio adorned with many candles. You have to wait in line to pick out one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2005
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Chef and proprietor Karen Krasne's talent surpasses the promise of her impressive pedigree, which includes a Certificat de Patisserie from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Dozens of divine creations are available...
frommers.com - user review
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chef and proprietor karen krasne earned a certificate de patisserie from le cordon bleu in paris. creations are made daily on site. island touches such as macadamia nuts, ultra-fresh coconut, passion fruit and...
10best.com - user review
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extraordinary sights as well as extraordinary bites await you at fifth avenue's extraordinary desserts, an elegant, intimate cafe and a dessert lover's dream-come-true...
signonsandiego.com - user review
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