Still my go to place when I'm craving something sweet and special. Their cakes may be pricey, but in my opinion, for the amount of work, effort, and quality of ingredients, I think they continue to be fair. For example, some other specialty bakeries/shops are charging similar prices for cakes and cheesecakes that are much simpler. In comparison, Extraordinary Dessert cakes take 3-4 days to make, have 6-8 alternating layers, and are typically adorned with edible gold and/or flowers. The key is to find which items you like and which are okay to pass on next time. What we ried this time: -Match Misu Cake (7/10): ricotta cake layers soaked in matcha and layered with marscapone whipped cream. This one was pretty good and ranks in my middle to high range. I only wish there was more matcha flavor (maybe if you dine in and get the sauce, this would help) or the matcha was paired with another flavor ... either go fruity (maybe a raspberry sauce, strawberry pieces, white peach pieces, or like a peach oolong cream layer) or go chocolately/coffee (maybe had some crushed up chocolate covered espresso beans). My go to's: -Ivoire Royale (10/10) - my ultimate favorite still. If you like light desserts, white chocolate, berries, and moist vanilla cake, thus one is for you. Classy and unpretentious -Shangrila (10/10) - my other favorite and will make you feel like a princess with all the pink chocolate curls. A little bit adventurous and innocently elegant. Ones to skip: -Au Chocolate / La Bete Noire / Dame Chocolate - get the Viking instead. That's my favorite of all their chocolate cakes -Lemon ricotta - get the Passionfruit Ricotta instead -Torta misu - the matcha misu is better. The tortilla misuse made me want a regular piece of tirmaisu than a cake version -Coconut cream - not bad, not amazing though read more

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We normally come here weekly after dinner with family for dessert, but after this last experience we will not be returning. Also just so everyone is aware they're also liars just to mention & stupid.. she tells us her name is Karen thinking we don't know the owners name lol .. She was at the register at 7:20pm and was extremely rude and dismissive after we placed our order, especially regarding a child's dietary restrictions and health concerns. We politely asked if it would be possible to purchase a small cup of fruit , even just a couple strawberries cut up, because one child in our group cannot have sweets due to very strict dietary restrictions . Instead of simply saying they were unable to accommodate the request or offering another option, we were told to "go somewhere else," despite already spending the amount we did . The complete lack of professionalism and basic customer service was honestly shocking. It's disappointing to be treated that way at a place we have supported so consistently. This place has been going downhill , management for this place needs to step up . read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

We ordered the carrot cake muffin, chocolate chip cookie, and matcha affogato. I think the price is high for the quality of dessert you get... that's not to say the desserts didn't taste good, but rather that they didn't met expectations the price set. The cookie was crispy, the carrot cake was warm and moist, but unfortunately the matcha ice cream in the affogato did not have a strong matcha flavor at all (honestly tasted more like vanilla). Presentation of all desserts was lovely though (sorry forgot a picture of the matcha affogato). read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Chocolate Chip Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

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SERVICE: 4/5 This is primarily a self-serve spot. You order at the front, then choose your own table. They offer more than just desserts, including entrees and drinks, though I didn't try those. One thing to note: there isn't a clearly displayed dessert menu, so it's helpful to look at the options and decide what you want while waiting in line. FOOD: 4.5/5 The desserts are absolutely stunning and beautifully presented. They were a bit sweeter than my personal preference, but still incredibly delicious and worth trying. ATMOSPHERE: 5/5 The interior perfectly complements the desserts with a floral, elegant aesthetic. It's a gorgeous space that makes the whole experience feel special. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Most amazing drinks! Never disappoints mostly likely always a line (order in advance line NOW) Most beautiful desserts you will ever see. Great space in the restaurant to sit and chat while enjoying your dessert and tea. One of my favorites if you're in the area, I must try. Knocked a star because they were out of the chocolate chip cookie :( read more

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I hate to say it, but this place felt a bit overhyped to me. It is definitely beautiful and visually appealing, but the prices are high and the taste just did not stand out. I got two slices to go and unfortunately ended up throwing most of them away. One was their version of tiramisu, and it leaned more toward a basic cake rather than having that classic tiramisu texture and flavor. On a positive note, they package everything really well. By the time I got home, the cake and frosting were still perfectly intact, which I appreciated. My recommendation would be not to over order. Sharing a slice with a couple of people is probably the way to go. I would mainly bring visitors here for the presentation rather than the flavor. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

My boss ordered the dulce de Leche cake and it was delicious. It fed 10 of us and there was still about 1/2 a cake left so easily can feed 15-20 with small slices. It's rich so you really can't do a huge slice. The flowers aren't edible but make the cake look beautiful. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Dulce de Leche Cake - yummy - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

One of my favorite spots for desserts! Yes, it's expensive, but they have a good selection and good flavors. The portion is enough for me. I always end up taking leftovers home. I like that some of their cakes aren't as sweet. They had a larger selection of desserts the first few years they opened. Not as much anymore the last time I went and not as busy as they used to be. The only thing I don't look forward to is finding parking. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Phenomenal dessert, the Aui chocolate cake was one of the best cakes I've had in my life. Good service and comfortable setting as well. The tea was also good. Pricey, as you would expect. I didn't like the Panna Cotta as much, but I generally don't. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Aui Chocolate Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Went on a Saturday night, got lucky with parking right in front. The customer service was great at the counter. Fraiser wasn't the typical overly sweet cake that you've grown to expect. It was a large serving and was a lighter fluffier cake than the others. I'd recommend this to a friend. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Fraiser - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

We were craving a late night dessert and decided to stop by extraordinary desserts. Growing up, my friend and I used to drive all the way from north county to have desserts here, and 15+ years later, they still haven't lost their touch. I highly suggest getting their half slices (if they have any). They were still huge slices but much cheaper. I love how rich the chocolate cake was, with gentle hints of brandy. The passion fruit ricotta cake was so refreshing with strawberry and kiwi puree. We were literally in dopamine rushh!!! Soooo goood! read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Chocolate cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

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A friend of mine is a dark chocolate fan and these decadent slices of cake they have always is a hit with her. I HIGHLY recommend for dark chocolate cakes specifically. I got a few slices of a few different cakes but they also have cookies and other yummy treats. You can buy whole cakes here so I recommend that too as they are beautiful and most come with flowers on them. The service I experienced was phenomenal. Even though there was a line forming I had some questions (I went to get treats for my family friend who has allergies) and the man at the front was super kind and patient. As a side note something I learned during that conversation was that on Thursdays they have something that is a "Yogi" cake and it is nut free and all-the-allergies-you-can-be-allergic-to free! So recommend that. You order in the front and then there are seats behind. It's a cute little place. I went early around opening time and the line wasn't long. But because I went early (11am) there was plenty of street parking. But it's $1.25. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here with one of my girlfriends to celebrate Palentine's Day, and honestly it might have been the most perfect "girl dinner" I've ever had. They had a special themed menu for the occasion, and the place really went all out to make the experience feel special. Our table was beautifully decorated with flower petals, and the seating area featured a gorgeous three-tiered display adorned with even more gorgeous flowers. Extraordinary Desserts are known for their floral touches. It made us feel so celebrated like we were at our own little Galentine's event. The evening started with a lovely charcuterie spread brought out by our server: an assortment of cheeses and meats paired with fresh fruit and flavorful spreads (the pesto was especially good). Each plate was presented thoughtfully, and our server took the time to explain everything as it arrived. The service was warm and attentive: they checked in just the right amount without ever rushing us. My friend and I talk a lot, and we almost stayed until closing! Of course, the desserts were my focus. Everything looked like edible artwork. My personal favorite was the chocolate cake: rich, decadent, and absolutely unforgettable. I was also so thankful we still had some cheese on the table because chocolate cake with Brie is a surprisingly perfect combination. Between the classy ambiance, wonderful food, thoughtful service, and the best company, it was one of those nights you wish you could bottle up and relive again. A perfect spot for celebrating friendship, indulging in incredible desserts, and feeling a little fancy for the evening read more

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Absolutely decadent pastries and cakes! Prices are quite steep but the desserts are good enough to make it worthwhile for a special occasion! We went on valentine's day just 30 minutes before closing, and stood in a long line out the door. We ended up taking our desserts to go, and got the Bete Noir cake and one of their specialty valentines cookies. The cake was possibly the best chocolate cake I have ever tried - the thin layers of rich chocolate cake paired perfectly with the creamy filling! I've been dreaming about it ever since. For valentine's day the place was decorate VERY extravagantly in pink and red hearts, would definitely be a great date spot any time of the year! read more

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I mean just wow! Truly speechless at the amount of love that goes into every dessert, and let me share that nothing was overly sweet, just the perfect amount of sweet. On our way back from a quick turn around trip to Tijuana Mx, stopped by this place to satisfy a sweet cake craving and tried three new desserts! The Ivory Royale was giving Wedding Cake heaven and the raspberry syrup added the most amazing touch! I also ordered a cold Iced Tea that was titled something Paris, I wish I remembered the name, but definitely another 10/10! If you're a tea lover, they have an amazing selection of herbal teas that are refreshing and delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. read more

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Amazing Cake by the slice - Viking . Loved the taste, chocolate and crunchiness. Just delicious ! read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Viking slice - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Decadent and delicious, Extraordinary Desserts is both date and family ... it's also a great spot to "treat yo self" to something sweet. From cookies to cakes, bars, and pies this beautiful spot is worth checking out even if it is a bit pricey. Coffee, tea, and wine also available to complement your eats. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - TEA- Carrot Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Great spot in downtown San Diego. Big and spacious inside so good for a group or if you're by yourself. In addition to the wonderful desserts, they have a great selection of soup, salad, and sandwich sandwiches. People here are super friendly and quick definitely would recommend. read more

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this place is a real treat. the cakes and baked goods are delicious and definitely worth the price. both cakes were so good that it was hard to pick a favorite. the viking cake is more of a dense and decadent while the carrot cake is more light. inside there is plenty of seating and the staff is there to help if you have any questions. excited to try more of their flavors in the future! read more

Extraordinary Desserts - carrot cake & viking cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

It was late afternoon and all the dessert spots I had bookmarked were closed. We noticed that this popular spot closed at 9pm, so we headed over. As you walk in you'll see a display of beautiful desserts. Probably best to come in the morning for more choices. Order at the counter to dine in or to order takeout. Since it was pretty late, we decided to order a couple of desserts to bring home. We tried, Danish Parisienne Strawberry 4/5 Creme Brule 2/5 Bread Pudding for two Chocolate Croissant 5/5 The desserts are definitely pretty and the flowers used on the desserts are real. As you can see from my ratings some desserts were absolutely delicious and some were just ok. We would definitely come back to try a bit more. read more

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The only place I can find my favorite dessert -- a banana cream pie. It's become a tradition: every year on my birthday, I treat myself to a banana cream pie from Extraordinary Desserts. It's the best. Like all their desserts, it's almost too beautiful to eat. The individual size is perfect for one (or two if you're willing to share), and it pairs so well with their espresso drinks. I love having a spot that's open late where you can grab a dessert and a coffee. The pie is topped with gorgeous chocolate shavings and gold‑tipped edible flowers -- truly a little work of art. I've also been here for lunch, and the Caesar dressing is amazing. They even sell it to go. Their menu has a wide selection of teas, coffee drinks, and even some wine. It's the perfect place for a lunch meeting, a post-date night stop, or a cozy coffee hang. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Banana cream pie - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

On our last night in San Diego, we took the short walk to Extraordinary Desserts after dinner. The place was empty when we arrived, which gave us time to admire all the fabulous desserts and make our selections -- Bread Pudding and Lemon Meringue Loaf. After choosing a table, we watched each customer light up as they walked in to all the beautifully displayed desserts. Most took their orders to go but I'm so glad we chose to have our desserts there because the presentations were stunning! The decor is modern, yet warm and inviting. The constant sweet aroma of pastries is wonderfully intoxicating. The prices are very reasonable, IMO, for the generous portions and amazing presentations. Everything was so delicious! We will definitely be back! read more

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Legendary dessert spot in San Diego. Always consistent, made with care and quality. Service is always good and ambiance is chill and elegant. Had to just dock one star as $15/slice is just a lot and also parking is always rough. Must try if you've never had it! read more

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Delicious desserts, quick service and great place to hang out with friends and family read more

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What a delectable find this was This place is definitely on the higher end price side, but the quality, presentation, and overall taste of the desserts makes it worth it. Treat your family after spending a day in Balboa Park to this lovely Haven. The Balinese coffee with a sweet treat, and had enough caffeine - the caramelized crème brûlée was a star of the show. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Caramelized creme brûlée - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Our post dinner walk ended us up here and ordered two cappuccinos, slice of the seasonal princess kaiulani cake and the crispy chocolate chip cookie. From the service to our cappuccinos and obviously our desserts were exceptional! Will be returning again in the near future. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Cappuccino, Princess Kaiulani cake slice, crispy chocolate chip cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

We went here last night for dessert and got a slice of The Viking and The Shanghai-La. The Viking was AMAZING!!! It had chocolate coated Rice Krispies on top that added an amazing texture. The cake was just a total home run! The Shanghai-La was really good too. It was a strawberries and creme style cake and the sauce they served it with was really good too. I'd give that 4.5 out of 5. We came here on a trip 6 years ago and I've been looking forward to coming back ever since! The cakes here are amazing and it's a fun place to come for desserts. It's not cheap but the quality of the cakes make it worth it. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - AMAZING Viking!!! - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

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What a surpise to find this within walking distance from my hotel. I was craving something sweet. This is an order at the counter and they bring it to your table type of place. It's a really big restaurant which kind of felt like a bar. I asked the person at the counter what was good and what was popular. He mentioned the SHANGRI-LA. Here is the description from the menu: White chocolate mousse along with flavorsome tropical guava mousse and fresh strawberries are layered in between whipped cream and cherry pomegranate syrup infused almond cakes. It was very good and not too sweet. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Shangri-La - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Knocked a couple of stars off for changing their ordering methods. Lack of service at these prices is incomprehensible. I used to come every week, now it's more like twice a year. Also miss their earl grey cookie dough. It's been gone a long time, but I still always check for it just in case it comes back. Miss the customer service they once had. You used to get personal service for dessert suggestions before paying with the same person who helped you, and could order from the table when dining in. Now, you figure out what you want and stand in a long single file line to order from one cashier, even if you're dining in. Been checking back periodically, hoping they'd change back but it doesn't look like it's going to revert back. As for food, still delicious. This includes their beautiful cakes and food. Went with a friend midday recently, and luckily the line was short. She says it's the best gluten free bread she's ever had. When I inquired, they said they make their bread with cheese baked into it. No wonder it's good. Unfortunately, they don't sell bread to go. It has to be in the form of a sandwich. But if you're gluten free, try their soup & sandwich. Love the decor, flowers everywhere. Without glasses, I thought the ones on their bar were real, LOL. Tables and floors are always clean and ready for seating. There's also a small area outside, beyond the dining room, with tables for sunny San Diego days! Bon appetit! read more

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Great service. Great dessert. As always the place to visit when out of town family or friends visit. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Dessert! - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow this place was incredible. The cakes are a little pricy but they have a couple slices of half slices some days and that is the best way to go! The flavors were out of this world. Staff just takes your order and clean up after you but they were super friendly the ambiance with all the flowers was very beautiful. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Chocolate cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

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Omg!!! The best dessert place ever!!! Huge portions!!! Very unique flavors. The desserts rotate each week it seems like. Which is great so it's always news. The drinks are great, we tried 4 types during our two visits on two separate vacations in one month. Atmosphere is very pleasant. It's not loud, photo op walls, staff is pleasant. Bathroom is clean. Def will return! read more

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Spent less than 24 hours in San Diego for some college visits and a concert. Hit up my SD locals for some mus try spots and Extraordinary Desserts was on the top of everyone's list. Super cute, super aesthetic decor. The desserts are showcased as soon as you walk in the building. Everything beautifully displayed. And I wanted one of everything. We opted to order some lunch bites first. D2 had the grilled cheese with tomato soup. Presentation was beautiful and everything was good as soon as it landed fresh and hot in front of her. However the grilled cheese went south after about 5 bites. It cooled down and the cheee was just a big hard glob. I tasted her tomato soup and it tasted like marinara sauce. I felt bad for her bc her lunch was so unappetizing and it wasn't cheap either. The rest of us had the BLT, also good but not for $16. I got some desserts to go, but our friends had the Pavlova. Giant dessert to be shared in house. Yummy and so decadent. Thanks for the recs friends. I can see it a very popular spot. Maybe we just didn't order the right thing? Or perhaps we should have eaten lunch elsewhere and just came for the desserts. read more

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The environment is really nice, service was great. I wish I had took pictures of what I ordered. Pistachio Dubai cookie was amazing! Dulce de leche and chocolate cake was very good. I wish live near there and try all the desserts. read more

Please note that my 4 star rating is solely based on the pastry and cakes, which are fabulous. However, I have noticed a significant reduction in cake height and remember the slices being much taller throughout the years. Cutting costs are not going unnoticed. Loyal customer for close to 10 years. I frequent the Downtown location over Bankers Hill because there are significantly more cake and pastry selections. * If you dine-in, the cake slices will come with sauces. If you choose take-out, the sauces are not a part of the purchase and you'll need to ask and pay for them. 1 star for repeatedly mediocre to horrible customer service which is a damn shame for the brand. Face time with staff at both locations is ALWAYS unpleasant. I don't know what it is about this company but we buy cakes for celebrations, so shouldn't it be a warm and inviting environment? It never is & this is crazy to me. 1 star for ambiance as the chairs and cushions are worn & pastry displays need TLC and attention to detail. It would be nice to have working bathrooms and employee training that doesn't interfere with operations. read more

So good....everything delicious . Our order come fast . The cafe is clean our server is nice and friendly read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Cookies - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Absolutely disgusting and heartbreaking experience. We came in as a party of 6, spent around $100, ordered desserts, and were simply trying to enjoy family time. We made one very small and reasonable request--just a few pieces of plain fruit for our son, who has legitimate medical dietary restrictions and cannot have sugary desserts. We politely explained our son's condition to the server and even spoke with management, hoping someone would show even a little compassion. Instead, we were met with rude attitudes, zero empathy, and a complete lack of basic human decency. Watching our son sit there sad while everyone else had dessert was heartbreaking. What made it even worse was how obvious it was that they simply did not care--not about our son, not about our family, and honestly not even about losing paying customers. After spending around $100, they made it clear they couldn't care less if we stayed or walked out. Even after we told them this kind of treatment would lead to a very negative review, they still showed zero concern. This wasn't about fruit. This was about compassion, customer service, and basic humanity--and this place failed on every single level. Families with children, especially children with medical or special dietary needs, should seriously think twice before supporting this establishment. read more

I always make it a point to go to Extraordinary Desserts whenever Im in San Diego. It's one of my favorite dessert shops! I love how there is always something different to choose from whenever i go. Each dessert is beautiful and most of all delicious! There's typically a line but it is totally worth the wait every single time. I also love it when I dine in because their dessert are decorated in the most decadent way. This is a place i am ALWAYS recommending people to go to when theyre in San Diego. read more

This used to be one of my favorite bakeries . Over the years, there has been many negative changes to extraordinary desserts, which has been a shame. They no longer serve some of their fine loose teas. My favorite was the coffee coco nib. In some ways this place is beginning to feel like what happened to sprinkles cupcakes after a few years. They have amazing products but when they get so popular, they forget the basics of what made them popular in the first place I did purchase a half slice of cake which is really nice if you want a smaller portion and it was tasty but the other items I purchased we ended up tossing out after a few bites. read more

Extraordinary Desserts - Cake display - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Had a friend visiting who had been here before on a trip to San Diego. I really wanted to go finally ended up coming to this place after having heard a lot. Really really beautiful variety of cakes and everything sounds more delicious than the other. And they even look extremely delicious! Just a heads up though, everything is really expensive like $12 for a slice of cake, which is quite a lot to be honest. Husband ordered Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake - This cake was absolutely beautifully rich! It was like proper chocolate cake with a chocolate ganache on top and chocolate mousse filling and some other stuff inside as well and then Dulce de Leche drizzled on top. Extremely rich and beautiful cake. So if you are a fan of chocolate desserts, you're going to love this. Mango Pana Cotta is what our friend ordered. The panna cotta itself on its own was plain flavor but that is like a mango gel mousse kind of a thing on top and then it was topped with fruits. So when you get everything together in one bite it goes well together. Quite a fruity dessert so not my favorite (I prefer chocolate), but if this is what you're into I would recommend. read more