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

My mother is coming to visit and I wanted to buy her something special. I've heard nothing but the best things about Ginger Elizabeth, that it's a Sacramento institution. I haven't actually tried any of the chocolates yet, although I did end up buying the fall sampler box. It looks beautiful. TBH, the girl working on the counter was really abrasive and impatient with me. I walked up. She asked what she could get for me and I started to say that my mother was coming to town and I wanted to buy her something special and she turned around and started talking to someone else. Then when she turned back around, I asked her about the flavors in the box and then I asked her about the flavors and the other box that was for sale of their regular chocolates. She said that the regular chocolate box comes with a card. I'm like I don't see the card. What are the flavors in here? And then she picks up the box and then starts reading off the back and pointing to the case below to the different varieties. It wasn't what she was saying about how she was doing it, very quick jerky motion, and obviously irritated. I'm sorry, but I'm getting ready to buy a box of chocolates for almost $50 and there's nobody in line behind me. I've never been here before so I need a little help. That kind of place should have better service. Especially if they're going to act like that at the counter and then turn the little iPad around at the end of the transaction where it asks how much gratuity you want to leave. I left $2 which honestly was $2 too much. When we walked outside, my man asked if I thought my mom would like them and I said I hope so. And then I said, I thought that girl was really rude and he said she absolutely was! So not just in my head. If my mother absolutely loves those chocolates, I may return to the business, but otherwise I'll probably skip it. read more

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

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Having a local chocolate shop like Ginger Elizabeth's is so nice. It's located in Midtown on J, between 24th and 25th and while the location is small they do have some indoor and outdoor tables to enjoy your items right away. Inside they have some of their shelf stable gift items like jams, hot chocolate kits, and gift boxes. Once you reach the counter you'll find macarons, gourmet chocolates, fresh pastries, and cookies. They also sell hot chocolate and coffee. Their hot chocolate has been rated some of the best in the country. It is very decadent and delicious and the small size is a perfect indulgent treat. I also love their coffee options and their rose option of coffee and hot chocolate are my favorites. On my latest visit I bought some gifts for a friend and a slice of their Salty Caramel Chocolate Cake along with some hot chocolate to bring home for my husband and I. The team here is always friendly and efficient and on my last visit they were so busy (with Valentine's day) but were all in good spirits. There's a reason this is a Sacramento staple. read more

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I don't like chocolate but their stuff is amazing. You can tell the quality from the first bite. Their cake slices are not too sweet and I loved their truffle cookies. This is a Sacramento brand so I share this with my guests. The store is really cute with some seatings and their service is great. read more

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I haven't been here in years, and it's grown a lot since then. It used to be a small shop with just a display case, but they've since expanded. They're still known for their chocolates and macaron ice cream which is what originally brought me in all these years all but now they also offer other items like cake slices, pastries, and even affogatos. I recently took my kids here for macaron ice cream at their request. I'd recommend letting it thaw a bit before digging in--it makes a big difference. I tried the salted caramel, cake which was good, though a little too chocolaty for my taste. Prices feel fair for the area and what you're getting. Definitely worth checking out if you're nearby! read more

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It's a very small, compact spot that offers various sweets and treats; they sell what are probably some of the best macarons in the US--or at least in Sacramento, since I don't know where else you'd find better ones. Yes, the price is high--almost 3 dollars, or $2.75, for a single macaron--but they really are delicious. I'd probably give it four stars because of the high price, though. Otherwise, it's great. The selection is a bit limited, though; I'd love to see more flavors and variety. But it is what it is. The service is good; the staff are always smiling and kind. read more

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It was overcast and chilly and friend recommended we check out the hot chocolate as it was supposedly rated #1 in the country. I love dark chocolate and the sipping chocolate was recommended. There is the option of topping it with marshmallow or whipped cream - mine was topped with both. The small size was plenty - very rich and not too sweet which was surprising given the marshmallow and whipped cream topping. Quite decadent. Also ordered a 6-piece chocolate box. Can't remember all the flavors I ordered - only that I went with all dark chocolate. Can't say any of the flavors in particular stood out - maybe the almond one and the one with a dark chocolate ganache. Looks like their cookies are also quite popular as we observed many coming in to get those. Would definitely return for the sipping chocolate and to try their cookies. read more

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I LOVE Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates! This location off J street is so cute. With an inviting exterior and cute, pink interior, you just cannot go wrong. I love getting ice cream and hot chocolate from here. Everything is delicious. I have not been disappointed once and I have been to this location quite a few times. Every person who works here is so kind. They greet you, make you feel welcome and are helpful. There's street parking and I believe you have to pay. It is worth it though because this place is so good. I highly recommend you check it out! Bring family and friends too, the more the merrier! read more

The tiramisu Macaron was so yummy! It was a little messy but worth it! The store was cool and they had a lot of different options and I will definitely be back to try more. The staff were all so sweet and answered all the questions we had. They even gave good recommendations hence why I got tiramisu. read more

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Ginger Elizabeth's macarons are DELISH! They melt in your mouth, were not too sweet, and they were beautifully made! My favorite flavor was the salted caramel. Least favorite however, was chocolate (sadly). I also had ordered a hot cocoa from here and it comes with cute little marshmellies (kid size) and it was very rich! It's such a cute little fun shop for a quick dessert and to grab a few gifts for ppl. I've yet to try their chocolates but I assume they're very good! The employees were very sweet and patient with you while you're picking out what you want from the display. If you're in town, I hiiiiighly recommend getting some goodies from Ginger Elizabeth's. read more

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Came for a sweet treat after lunch and got some macarons. The macarons I tried: Vietnamese coffee caramel Pumpkin spice Apple pie Salted caramel All were delicious but my favorite is still their salted caramel. Their macaron shells are perfect and they nailed those flavors down. read more

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We finally made it here (in the rain -- well worth it) to try the seasonal peppermint hot chocolate. The store itself is beautiful, warm, and charming. Great staff -- engaging and welcoming. Now for the peppermint hot chocolate! 1) Spring for the 12 ounce option because you'll regret it if you don't. We were asked if we want whipped cream. The answer is yes. 2) An excellent accompaniment is the chocolate chip cookie. I'm sure that any of the other cookies would be delicious. It was a tough choice. 3) A little bird there told me that the peppermint hot chocolate is usually available through January. That being said, the other hot chocolate choices look wonderful. There are plenty of coffee options as well. 4) The baked goods look amazing! Next time. Hint -- they have four unique jams. $10.50 each, or buy three get one free. We bought four (3 for gifts, and a cherry rhubarb one for us). Enjoy the experience! read more

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One of the my favorite chocolatier !! Had to stop by to pickup one of the new California Citrus Collection chocolate to try ! Plus they are now partnering with TooGoodToGo for surplus items so care a surprise deal for $6 for 4 brown butter oatmeal cookies read more

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This review is only for the soft serve and macaroons. First off, this store is very nut heavy, so for those with tree nut allergies, beware of cross contamination. This place has indoor and outdoor seating. There were plenty of tables available. I like the decor. Service was very nice. The servers with are super helpful and upbeat. Now for the food reviews. The macaroons are light and airy. I like mine with a bit of a bite, but that's just me. The flavor is nice, but on the sweeter side. As for the soft serve, it is also on the sweeter side. It comes with a macaroon wafer. They moved away from the mini macaroons. I am not a big fan for the macaroon wafer, mainly because it gets stuck to my teeth. Otherwise, it is soft serve. But I was told that they make the soft serve from scratch, not the premade mixture. This is just not my cup of tea. read more

The best macaron ice cream sandwiches! Also love their macarons, hot chocolates, beautiful and delicious chocolates, house made marshmallows, and cookies. Such a cute shop and great service. read more

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Finally made some time to visit this weekend after I had a taste of their salted caramel ice cream macaron years ago! I had no idea they had such a large variety of sweets. I ended up trying their salted caramel affogato and some macarons instead (and so I can come back a second time for the ice cream). They are definitely on the sweeter side, or I am just not a fan of affogato I guess. The macarons were great in small bites to savor the flavor. I loved the light crunch of the outer shells and then the soft filling. The girls were super sweet and offered complimentary samples of their Madagascar (?) chocolate when I first came in, and gave me a run down of what they offer! Interior was cute and had plenty of seating inside the shop, outside in the hallway, and even outdoors. This was a great place to stop by while going around midtown, especially after walking around in the heat at the Midtown Farmer's Market. read more

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A warm sweet scent will greet you as soon as you walk through the doors into the pink decorative Pâtisserie shop. Hand crafted chocolates in fun flavors and various other sweet treats. Every time I see them on TooGoodToGo I have to grab a bag! This time it was filled with various macarons. There was pumpkin, mint and a jelly one. All were absolutely delicious and had a great crunch to chewy ratio. Parking here is all street parking but I've never had a problem finding a spot nearby when I visit. Can't wait to try more goodies soon! read more

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This is always a must-stop for me whenever I'm in the area! The chocolates and goodies are absolutely delicious and beautifully made. The shop is super cute, and the staff is great--friendly, helpful, and fast with service. It's the perfect spot for chocolate lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth! read more

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Had to come try their pistachio Dubai chocolate sundae and wow wow wow!! I stopped by on a Thursday before noon and there was no line -- score! The staff member who helped me was very pleasant and nice. She answered all my questions and was very patient while I decided. Ultimately I decided on just the sundae. It took about 2 minutes and wow, what a beauty! The ice cream was creamy and perfectly sweet. They were pretty generous with the pistachio shredded filo dough concoction and the crushed chocolate crumbs added the perfect texture and crunch. Surprisingly, I think the highlight was their whipped cream -- fluffy and definitely housemade. The cherry on top was a very nice touch. Although I love the indoor seating vibes, I took a seat outside and enjoyed in the sun alone -- it was delightful. Been here about 30+ times for various other items and Ginger always maintains its quality and amazing service. read more

Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates - Pistachio Dubai chocolate sundae - Macarons Near Me - Sacramento, California

Was in the area for lunch and had to pop in for a sweet treat. This shop is a must stop. The employee behind the counter greeted us kindly and offered us a chocolate almond. It was delicious. We looked around at the ready to buy boxes of candies, and then looked at the case of macarons .... My reason for stepping into the shop. I got two tiramisu and two strawberry rhubarb cobbler. I have to say the tiramisu is one of the best macaron I've ever had. Perfection. The cakes in the case were very tempting and that will be something I grab on another visit to town. What a great shop. read more

Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates - Tiramisu macaron Strawberry rhubarb cobbler macaron - Macarons Near Me - Sacramento, California

I've been going here a lot lately since I've been doing the 2 good 2 go bags. I also come here for the chocolate chip cookie. So far, I've received the following from the bags: -cookies -tiramisu -chocolate -ice cream sandwiches Everything has been good so far. The tiramisu still tasted great, the cookies are one of my favorites and the ice cream sandwiches always hits the spot. Costumer service is always great and workers are friendly and ready to help. They have seating inside the restaurant, in the small room right outside the shop, and outside seating (this may actually be for the bar next door), but it's a cute place with great items. It is a bit pricey, so if you want to try the food, get the bags and you won't be disappointed. read more

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the shop is so lovely. so many dessert options to choose from. i went with the olive oil cake because that is one of my many weaknesses. i love that they do free samples. this place would be perfect to pick up a little hostess gift or gift for someone with a sweet tooth. staff was kind and attentive. read more

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#1. JUST AN FYI Trying to find parking is a nightmare in this area."that's just a comment and has nothing to do with their chocolates or the service" The service here is fantastic, they give you a free sample when you walk in. The chocolates are even better! I asked the lady behind the counter which are their best selling chocolates? She had a puzzled look on her face then pointed out 6 of them "so I got all 6. After eating them I realized why the puzzled look on her face. They are all fantastic! Seriously these are next level chocolates. I even liked the 2 that were milk chocolate and I HATE milk chocolate. Overall if I had to pick my favorite it would have to be the milk chocolate hazelnut "yes I actually said milk chocolate" my 2nd favorite is the dark chocolate butter milk lime. Their packaging here is super fancy "just like the chocolate" but honestly for $3 per chocolate I felt the price point was on the steep side. read more

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I love the hot chocolate here! It is so delicious. I believe I've tried every single one. I always order the marshmallows made in house to go on top. When they melt it creates this deliciously, sweet and creamy foam on top! The employees are always so attentive, and the little lobby is perfect to sit and enjoy the drink. read more

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We are lucky to have a stunning chocolate shop that is seasonally inspired! My go to pick up is the truffle cookie, a perfect crinkle style treat that gives off molten chocolate brownie vibes! read more

Absolutely the best macarons I've simply ever had. Worth the parking stress to grab a couple for the road. It's located in the downtown area of Sacramento and it's a small little shop, you might miss it a couple of tries but once you spot it, you'll be back for more. They have a couple people who help grab all the goodies you want and bag them up in super pretty wrapping and or bags. I typically get the vanilla and pistachio as the basic, always available flavors but my absolute favorite holiday flavor is the peppermint. If you're able to give that a try, I recommend at least 10! read more

A very cutely decorated place. I bought the half dozen chocolate. It was hard to pick out which ones to get because they all sounded yummy. The chocolates are on the pricey side for the small chocolates. The ones I picked were all very good. I also got their hot chocolate, absolutely amazing. read more

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Nothing compares to Ginger! FOOD: I LOVE the chocolate chip cookies!!! I often come and buy enough to last me a few days. When I was pregnant with both kids I would crave them in my sleep. lol But seriously, this place is TOP TIER. You can not go wrong with anything here, the chocolate, cookies, macarons and OMG I just had the Dubai egg...I nearly fell out when I took a bite. AMAZING!!! SERVICE: Everyone is always extremely nice and friendly. AMBIANCE: The decor is so cute, the brown and pink theme is perfect. The place is always clean and inviting! OVERALL, will I be back? Omg YESSSSSS!!!! Ginger is apart of my weekly routine. Hehe read more

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The raspberry matcha cake was nothing that stood out. The cake itself was pretty dry however my boyfriend got the Salted Caramel Chocolate which was very good. The establishment is tucked away in an ally. We're from LA and to be fair if our friends didn't tell us we probably would've missed the place. The customer service was nice as well, they do have to much seating area. read more

Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates - Raspberry Matcha cake - Macarons Near Me - Sacramento, California

Macaroon sandwich ice cream is my latest favorite dessert and it's not easy to find in town and that's what led me to Ginger Elizabeth chocolates. However I wished that they had more than couple of options for macaroon sandwich ice-creams. We tried their almond rocher which was good but isn't amongst the top few from the ones I have tried. We also tried the soft serve macaroons which I think is ok. Also they close at 9PM sharp ( including weekends). The interiors are cozy and cheerful. They also serve varieties of macaroons and chocolates. Definitely worth trying once. read more

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We had the most phenomenal time visiting. There was exceptional customer service and delicious chocolate goodies!! Highly humbly they recommend. read more

I've written multiple reviews on her original L st store but I didn't realize I never wrote a review for this location. I miss the L st store for nostalgic reasons, but I frequent this store often because I'm a huge fan of just about everything Ginger makes. I recommend going to her ice cream socials as well as jam day. I was gifted her advent calendar this year and it was fabulous. Her hot chocolate is not to be missed either. Some of my favorite items include: -Macarons of course (Salted caramel, Almond vanilla, Peppermint) -Cookies (especially the chocolate chip) -Housemade marshmallows -Pot de creme -Macaron ice cream sandwiches -Frozen hot chocolate Service is always on point even when the line is long. Metered parking is available in front. Ginger Elizabeth is a Sacramento staple. read more

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Time update my review since Ginger Elizabeth has changed since my last one. Now the shop no longer has pastries but, now sells things like cupcakes, cookies, brownies, slices of loaf styled cake etc. It's more dessert centered. It still has chocolates, macarons, and chocolate bars. Anything you buy here is delicious and the best. I'm personally not a huge fan of macarons but, the ones made here are the best I've had. The hot chocolate is rich, decadent, and special. They make their own marshmallows and whipped cream to top off the hot chocolate. You can also add an espresso shot to your hot chocolate for an additional charge. My go to is the Oaxacan spice hot chocolate which, tastes like Mexican hot chocolate but, more decadent. Now they have soft serve ice cream which is awesome. It's rich and creamy. The flavors have been rotating to one new flavor each month so far. But usually the vanilla and chocolate have been available along with the rotating flavor each month. There's an occasional sundae special too with the rotating flavor which is posted on their IG page if one happens that month. I just tried the coffee hazelnut brown sugar chocolate bar and it was to die for. It wasn't bitter at all or overpowered with the coffee flavor. It was smooth and delicious. Their ice cream macaron sandwiches are now available year round instead of just during the summer. The macaron ice cream sandwiches are amazing. Their customer service here is always great, attentive, and friendly. read more

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Located across the hall from Ro Sham Beaux wine bar. I returned to Ginger Elizabeth for their current seasonal flavors and my sweet tooth ran wild. In one sitting (with two friends as witnesses): a cup of frozen peppermint hot chocolate soft serve, one salty caramel cupcake, one gingersnap macaron (LOVE), one peppermint macaron (OK), also a bite of their gingersnap cookie (yum), and finished off with about half of a peppermint hot chocolate drink (vanilla marshmallow, chocolate pearls, hold the whipped cream). Why did I even bother with a box and a bag? The soft serve was not too minty for me, but that's just me. I'm a sucker for salty caramel anything by Ginger, and the chocolate cupcake delivered. The gingersnap macaron was the best, and I somehow missed the other seasonal macaron flavor, apple cobbler. The just-peppermint macaron was just okay. The actual ginger cookie was bigger than my hand, and just-right chewiness with the molasses. The hot peppermint hot chocolate drink was also the perfect seasonal holiday sip! Pretty much had everything but a macaron ice cream sandwich and chocolate bar! This is a nice stop for gifts as well (macarons, chocolate squares/bars, hot cocoa powder tins). read more

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This was our first time coming to the new location, and we were delighted by all the treats that were available. There was a nice selection of chocolate truffles, of course, which were exceptional as always. We also couldn't resist getting the box of caramels and have already eaten 3 or 4 - so far, the salty caramel is my favorite flavor. The really exciting thing about this location, especially in the summer, is the frozen treats on offer. My daughter got the s'more frozen macaron sandwich, which was intense - a bit too intense for me since I do love chocolate but am not a huge fan of chocolate flavored cakes, cookies, or ice cream. I got the Dubai bar soft serve sundae, which was absolutely delicious - imo, the combination of chocolate, pistachios, and crunchy bits really can't be beat. The vanilla soft serve provided a nice contrast to all the toppings. Can't comment on the cherry since my daughter stole it. The indoor decor is very pink. They have a small seating area indoors with some additional seating outside the shop but still inside the shopping complex. Don't leave Sacramento without paying a visit here! read more

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Amazing baked goods and chocolate. I alway enjoy the chocolate from Ginger Elizabeth. Today I bought some chocolate chip cookies and it was amazing. It's moist and soft just how I enjoy my cookies. I also got some macarons and it's just the perfect size and sweetness. The staffs were patients and knowledgeable. They have recommendations as needed. The store is neat and clean. Definitely will go back and enjoy their coffee in the seating area. read more

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All of Ginger Elizabeth's items are all scrumptious, I buy my gifts to bring g to Japan here. It's unique, delicious and well presented. You will not go wrong when ordering anything here. From the macaroon ice cream to the individual chocolates to their chocolate drinks. All wonderful!! read more

okay what is not to love about Ginger Elizabeth?! We came in to get chocolate chip cookies, we left with cookies, cupcakes, and the salted caramel macaron ice cream sandwich!! Everything is so good!! I like this location. It's one long room, but it has enough space that you can see all the delicious baked goods. I liked that they offered samples of their ice cream sandwich, which resulted in us buying one!! ( marketing totally worked! ) There is some seating outside, and it was nice to just chill and eat there for a little bit. read more

Ready to get chocolate wasted? Well that's what you may be in store for with Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates' case full of scrumptious macarons and chocolate infused menu. This little shop located in a shared space is frequented by many locals and visitors. It is not uncommon to see a line forming out the door for their goodies inside, and parking can be a bit tricky since there is only street parking available. There are usually spots just down the block around the corner but be prepared to put your eagle eyes on for those free parking spaces. Ginger Elizabeth hosts an abundance of sweet treats but by far it seems the patrons go for a mad dash on their freshly made macarons and hot chocolate drinks. They do also have gift boxes of their chocolates, hot chocolate mix, and other treats. Their glass case of macarons is clearly labeled with all of their flavors and if you're just looking for a taste, they do sell them individually (with small individual boxes to carry the precious cargo in). I, personally, am not a huge fan of macarons but I can tell they're carefully crafted to not only taste delicious but look beautiful before they're nibbled up. In addition to their macarons, they have freshly made cookies and cold treats including soft serve and frozen macarons. If we had more time here, we would have definitely given them a try but we will have to bookmark them for another visit! We primarily came for the hot chocolate drinks and they were as good as we expected! That pure chocolate richness coating your tastebuds as you attempt to pinpoint the different attributes and flavors is such an amazing experience, from the first sip to the last. The smallest size is perfect for one to enjoy but not be too indulged as to feel sweetened out; although if you're planning to share, perhaps a size up might be more appropriate. Sipping chocolate - elegance, decadence, richness and boldness all packed into an 8 oz cup is what you need to get if it's your first time here. If you're a hot chocolate fan, prepare to be enlightened. Mocha peppermint - delicious chocolate kicked up a notch with some good old fashioned espresso. Topped with some crunchy chocolate pearls and whip cream, you got yourself a taste of winter! Rose - very fragrant and has a nice sweet aroma and taste. Pairs well with the chocolate but not my personal favorite. Overall, if you're in the mood to get pampered or looking for the right gift from Sac Town for a chocolate lover, Ginger Elizabeth is where you need to go. The hot chocolates will warm your socks off and their desserts will have you coming back for more. The price point is certainly higher than most but won't find anything as good as this in this area. The staff are lovely and the space is quite clean - perfect for simply enjoying that hot cup of cocoa! read more

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