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Extraordinary Desserts

  • February 20, 2008
  • Rated 5 of 5 by melissabowman from Stephenville, Texas
Extraordinary Desserts

Well the name pretty much says it all. But I guess since the editors would not just take one sentence I will try to put into words the word "extraordinary"

First I will begin with, this place was a bit hard to find (at night) the street that it is located at is not lit up at all, and with very few cars in front since everyone walks there was no indication to where it was. Fortunately though we did find it, I must say just writing this review I am already craving the sweets, once we found it I ran inside to grab something to go. Little did I know I would be mesmerized when I walked through the huge metal and glass door that swung open.

So now I am in this beautiful restaurant with the first thing I see is a huge case with all sorts of cakes and sweets. I could not believe my eyes. Every dessert was so pretty and looked great. It was weird because they did not necessarily look too good to eat even though they were gorgeous they looked that good that you knew you wanted to eat it. After about 10 minutes and lots of questions about what dessert to choose I finally choose a slice of triple chocolate mousse torte. I know it is as good as it sounds. This triple chocolate mousse torte was displayed with the clear description that read. Layers of dark chocolate cake are married with white, milk and dark chocolate mousses, caramelized hazelnuts, and a splash of frangelico. (You have to see the pictures.)

This dessert was exactly what the name of the places says extraordinary. It was so good that the next night I went back and tried another dessert, this time choosing the Ivoire Imperial which is, fine layers of vanilla bean soaked pound cake and creamy white chocolate mousse, bursting with fresh raspberries and cranberries, hidden behind white chocolate shavings and dusted with powered sugar. This dessert too was extraordinary, the chocolate was the best but this one also was great.

So now that I have told you all about the dessert let me tell you a little about the rest of the place. The atmosphere of this little restaurant was very modern and unpretentious the prices are a bit on the higher side but very relaxed and laid back, People come here to grab a sandwich, a cup of coffee or a dessert and just relax. The menu is limited but who cares with a dessert menu that reaches all the way to L.A. The staff was very helpful in guiding me in my decisions on what desserts to choose. The display of desserts is very descriptive and gives you a clear idea of what each one is.

I could not tell you all the prices of the food but my slices of cake cost about $8 a slice.

I absolutely loved this place and will go back EVERY time I visit San Diego.

From journal Cruising to San Diego and then Dining.

Extraordinary Desserts

  • September 8, 2003
  • Rated 5 of 5 by StephCat from Redondo Beach, California
So let's say you burn about 100 kcal/mile. 26.2 miles of marathon. About 2600 kcals burned.

Here's the place to pack that all back on!

Extraordinary Desserts is just that -- a little cafe that has to die for desserts and the strongest coffee I've ever had, along with a selection of teas and various goodies to bring home.

Don't make the mistake we did -- i.e. eating dinner beforehand. We both had pieces of cake that were huge, rich and utterly decadent. I took some of mine back to the B&B for later. Dave (hubby) got to it before I was able to finish it.

How it works: wait in line at the counter, choose what you want, pay, then take your number to where you're going to sit (either inside or outside on the patio). The waitress brings you your dessert, coffee/beverage, rock sugar & cream. Desserts are elegantly presented with extra sauce decorating the plate and garnished with flowers.

Cakes were about $6/7 per slice, coffee a couple dollars. Not cheap but definitely worth it.

I've been tempted to go back to San Diego just to visit this place.

Visit their website for a listing of what desserts, etc they currently have: http://www.extraordinarydesserts.com/extraordinarydesserts/desserts.htm

From journal San Diego -- Marathon & pre & post race pampering!

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