I noticed they had cannoli and had to try it. They also had many other desserts. Some may have been pricey but worth trying. The cannoli was surprisingly soft yet quite delicious. The kiosk was bright and clean. The girl working at the kiosk was friendly and helpful. I'd try their other desserts next time I'm in SAN. read more

Elegant Desserts - Cannoli. Was surprisingly soft and delicious - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Right as we stepped off the plane I couldn't help but grab something sweet to eat. I had a craving for some cookies and Elegant Desserts really came through. I ordered about 3 separate cookies and while the plan was to only buy one. I ended up eating all three as we walked to baggage claim. They had a decent variety of sweets! The woman working the register was very nice as well. Now with as big as the San Diego airport is, there are one you of snack and food choices but for a quick treat I'd say it's worth the stop. read more

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This place has the atmosphere and quality of a 'We had our 5 min of fame' and are still trying to ride on that wave several years later. We recently went to get something here for my gluten free/dairy free kid because they at one time had a couple of great selections. They had nothing when we went there this time. He had been so excited. This happens, I get it. The problem wasn't that there was nothing there he could have, it was the lack of customer service and communication that came with it. Snobby staff that said 'Just read the labels' after having waited 5 minutes in line where they spent more time ignoring customers than helping them. Hard pass on the attitude of wait staff alone. read more

When you've got a hankering for something sweet and you're stuck at the airport, your usual options are candy bars from a gift shop. Not in the San Diego airport! Elegant Desserts has you covered. The display is nostalgic-something right out of a true candy shop. Everything looked great-I chose a cranberry/raisin oatmeal cookie that was remarkably tasty. A few cons-expect to pay a lot. I paid $4 for that cookie. Worth it? Maybe. But still hard to fork over that much money for a cookie. Also-the girl at the counter was less than interested in being there. She did not acknowledge us as we browsed the items (nobody else was around) and it took her several seconds to look up from her phone to take our money when we were ready to pay. Tasty treats. Spendy. Lack of customer service. read more

This review is for Margarita! She was amazing!!! I was in a predicament at the airport, she was sweet and helpful! I couldn't thank her more. I had stopped at the donut bar in San Diego before heading to the airport. I bought two dozen donuts and they didn't have a bag for me to carry them!!!! I got to the airport struggling to wheel my carry on and carry the donut boxes. I stopped by at Elegant Desserts to see if they had a bag big enough to put the boxes. While they didn't have a bag for me she offered to make a makeshift bag for me!!! I couldn't have possibly survived my time at the airport without her help. read more

Elegant Desserts - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I got the Unicorn Doughnut, which was visually stunning. So much colorful frosting and candy and sprinkles and sparkles to make it look like a unicorn. Way more attactive than a regular doughnut. Unfortunately, it tasted like an over-sized common doughnut that just happened to have a ton of frosting on top. Most doughnuts at Krispy Kreme taste better. Guess it comes down to a form vs. substance judgment call. read more

Elegant Desserts - Unicorn Doughnut - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Snagged the one glutten free chocolate ganache there and OMG.... It was the BEST glutten free I have EVER had It was my dinner

I travel a lot. I typically fly out in the mornings. My new routine is to stop at elegant desserts to get a doughnut and a bottle of water before I board my United flight. They have doughnuts from San Diego's famous Donut Bar (delivered fresh every morning). They typically have a selection of about a dozen different amazing and interesting choices (apple fritter, pop tart doughnut, mud pie, caramel latte, Heath bar, etc.) I'm often the envy of those around me on the plane. Did I mention the doughnuts are giant? And, there's never a line, unlike Starbucks, which usually has a line of at least a dozen people. Of course, it's better than any plane food (and less messy than Phil's BBQ, which is also awesome). I'd recommend one flavor of doughnut, but they are all really good. Update: I travel a lot. Marcela always remembers me, asks how I am and where I'm headed. It's nice. read more

Elegant Desserts - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Cool addition to the airport. I love how the airport is adding more cool restaurants and place to eat. I sometimes actually enjoy getting to the airport a bit early now these days. I picked up a snack here while waiting for my flight to depart and it was really good. They have other interesting items also but did not want to eat to much since I was going to be sitting down for awhile. read more

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Elegant Donuts not to be confused with Donut Bar SanDiego! Beautiful location for a pricey donut most all donuts here run you $3.50 each yup that's right, not freshly made on location so these bags of sugar come prepackaged in a beautiful little plastic box! Taste great but honestly nothing is better than a Donut fresh out the over with the donut shop soda or coffee or milk! Heavy price tag for a donut! Must be the reason for no line like every other food kiosk in the airport. But check them out if this is your first experience it is one you will enjoy! read more

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On a recent flight out of SAN I stopped by this sorry excuse of a vendor. The employee working couldn't be bothered and was just leaning against the counter. No greeting or anything. I looked at what they had to offer and everything just seemed stale, much like the vibe coming from the individual working. The prices seemed a bit high too. I also think Donut Bar could run their own space instead of letting Elegant Desserts be a "partner" of sorts. Whoever owns this business has no business operating anything. You have other options in Terminal 2. This place should not be one of them. read more

OMG, there are good desserts at reasonable prices at the San Diego airport (terminal 2, United Air section)? I visited just before boarding a 5:45 flight and the caramel creme brulee donut I purchased was still very good in both taste and texture. Can only imagine how good it would be in the morning right after they are delivered. I wish I had purchased one of there "Love Desserts" t-shirts for $16.99, a pretty good price for an airport purchase. read more

Elegant Desserts - Caramel creme donut. - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I stumbled across Elegant Desserts in Terminal 2 (next to Gate 46) quite by accident. The last two times I was in the San Diego Airport, I was too busy indulging in Phil's BBQ to notice much else (especially after the BBQ food coma that ensued). But, since I always end up around this area at Gate 46-47, I actually took a good look at Elegant Desserts (ED) this time, based on one particular feature that caught my eye - the familiar-looking Donut Bar sign. Anyone who's read my reviews would know by now that I'm the HUGEST Donut Bar fan. Of course, I have my favorites--the "Mud Pie," "Homer's Donut" and "Oh My PB OREO," to name a few--so I immediately noticed that this desserts kiosk sold an assortment of goodies from Donut Bar. Upon closer inspection, I saw the "Nutella" donut, "Big Poppa Tart" (strawberry or cherry version, which features an actual Pop Tart inside the donut) and a few others. The girl working at the kiosk told me to ask if I had any questions, and she mentioned that the kiosk only started selling some of the fresh donuts from DB since November 2014, so not even that long ago. It seems like 5-6 different flavors are featured -- some of the donut shop's most popular treats, and some of the featured seasonal flavors. In addition to those famous donuts, ED offers bagels, breakfast options, chilled Stumptown Coffee (if I remember correction), cookies and various sweet treats. Some of the dessert options included cookies from The Patio on Goldfinch ("Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip"), as well as macarons and cute desserts in mason jars (like "Carrot Cake"). The other treats looked tempting, especially some of those cookies, but those donuts were just calling my name. Who knew that Donut Bar donuts would be featured so close to my gate? So, since I had some time to wait at the gate, I ordered one of my favorite donut flavors--the "Oh My Peanut Butter OREO"--which was slightly more expensive than the ones at DB (I think it's $2 at the donut shop, but it was closer to $2.40 at the kiosk), but that's a small price to pay for being able to enjoy one of my favorite sweets right there at the gate. This flavor features a fluffy yeast donut stuffed with Peanut Butter OREO inside and is topped with peanut butter frosting drizzled with chocolate. Since I've gotten this flavor before, I know it's a limited-time flavor, so I just had to enjoy it while it was still available! Unlike the donuts at DB, these donuts come in their own individual containers, so you don't have to worry about a sticky mess that gets inside of a bag or box if you can't finish the entire donut. (Of course, I did, so that wasn't a problem, but having a container is a neat option). It's also cool that ED even features a countertop and seating all around the large kiosk, so you can set your luggage down and eat comfortably after purchasing your sweets. ... when I returned from my weekend trip, I ended up exiting the plane from the same gate, so I passed ED again on my way to baggage claim. I had no intention of stopping, as I was all jetlagged and anxious to leave the airport, but it happened to be National Star Wars Day ... and, lo and behold, there were Star Wars-themed donuts from Donut Bar featured at the kiosk. On the plane, I had just been looking at Donut Bar's Instagram page and wishing I could get my hands on one of those Star Wars-themed treats, but I had no time to actually go to the Downtown store (besides, since it was Star Wars Day, it was sure to be a mayhem there with all the specially designed donuts). Since ED featured the R2D2 donut that I really actually wanted to try ... I caved and made a slight detour before going to baggage claim. The R2D2 donut was a smaller chocolate cake donut that was in circle-like shape to form R2's head and the icing décor was on point. I was thankful for the donut's protective container--and the lady even gave me a handle bag--so I could take my donut with me in one piece and not have to worry about it getting all messed up. Needless to say, I think I've got my dining options all worked out anytime I visit the SD Airport -- Phil's for my main meal, and dessert's just a few steps away. I'm not sure if it's a dangerous or delightful thing that I discovered that Donut Bar donuts are featured here, but in the event that I'm craving those donuts and can't go to the store anytime soon ... now I know exactly what to do. read more

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Somehow, despite flying into SAN terminal 2 for years, I never knew about this hidden gem-- for which my jeans are probably thankful. But I know about it now! Next to the Starbucks, because coffee and donuts, duh! You can't miss the delightful giant pink circles of fatty goodness. If strawberry isn't your think, because clearly you're wrong, they have other artisan flavors like dolce de leche and german chocolate. The flavors change (perhaps seasonal) so you'll just have to brave the walk over and check it out. Your waistline won't thank you, but your tastebuds certainly will. read more

Elegant Desserts - I'll take 4. Thanks. - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Sitting here waiting for our flight - 7am on March 19th. And there's this woman who works here, behind the counter, with curly hair who is cussing in Spanish (and English) angrily at whomever she's yelling at on her cell phone. It's extremely unprofessional and the energy is awful. She should be fired. I've looked over at her a couple times now to imply how distributive she's being and she's not getting the hint. read more

Tiny little kiosk style store in the middle of the United domestic terminal area (near the 40+ gates). They feature unique baked treats and candies as well as drinks and ice cream. If you are looking for a small "thank you" gift for your petsitter or a fun little "I missed you" gift for your child or spouse, bring them one of my faves...the Donut Bar donut - which comes in a variety of freshly made/delivered custom donuts like "Pop Tart" or "S'mores". They even often have special occasion donuts - like the Star Wars donut posted by another fan (looked like R2D2!). I also recommend the individual sized "apple pie" or "carrot cake" IN-A-MASON-JAR! Great for taking on the plane as a snack (in fact I heard those are a fave among plane crews!). If you want to treat your loved one or treat yourself after a long trip, stop by here on your way out and grab something to make your next flight more enjoyable! read more

Elegant Desserts - S'mores donut - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

This was a good welcome coming off the plane into the airport. It reminds me of a little kiosk type place but their presentation of food reeled me in. I love donuts - lots of donuts so I took a look around and finally got one. They are BIG fluffy and delicious. Not your typical kinds. They had a pistachio one, maple and bacon, pop tart, and mocha caramel that I can remember. Good price of about $3 bucks. Easily eatable by 2 or 3 people. Really nice lady too! read more

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Great selection of unique desserts. Love that they have Donut Bar doughnuts here! Even though our flight was late in the evening they still had a good selection to choose from like apple fritters, maple bourbon, and bacon maple. Service was very nice and prices were reasonable for airport food. read more

(3.5) ~ good overall food & service...my one wish would be Vanilla Cream filled Donuts;)lol NOTES: Yes they take Credit Cards. MY MENU: * Large Salted Caramel Donut = (3.5) Good & Big;) * Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie = (3.5) good read more

This place sucks. I bought a nut and cinnamon bun bandit was stale, Not just day old but more like week old. When I told the girl behind the counter she didn't even offer a refund. THANK GOD that I will Never be here again. read more

Spent $8.50 for a cookie and a brownie. Handed me my change and went about their day without giving me a thank you. I told them "Thank You?" and oblivious to my remark respond with "You're Welcome?" and told them it is the employee that is supposed to thank the customer. No reason they should have looked shocked at my comment as they did. It's Customer Service 101. Already have a bitter taste without having even tasting their desserts. read more

Amazing customer service!! Delicious desserts for cheap prices! Nothing like it you have to stop and try it :)

The donut was really good except the girl selling them was sarcastic at 9 in the morning and doesnt seem like she likes what shes selling given the fact that desserts are supposedly a light, happy and pleasant thing . Maybe she doesnt get the concept. lol read more