Experts' Choice Award Extraordinary Desserts
What the experts agree on
Chef Karen Krasne's artfully crafted dessert destination in Little Italy showcases Paris-inspired cakes and pastries adorned with fresh flowers, alongside light savory options and premium teas—the perfect celebratory finale.
“Everything “looks fancy and tastes delicious” at these “busy” dessert spots famed for their “out-of-this-world” sweets, “great variety of coffee and teas”, plus a menu of savory options.”
– Zagat
Gayot12.0
"Globally inspired pastries and desserts along with savory fare in Little Italy." Full review
National Geographic "San Diego’s awe-inspiring dessert emporium, offering light meals of cheese plates, salads, panini, bruschetta, homemade granola, and premium teas at a dazzling Little Italy venue." Full review
Fodor's "For Paris-perfect cakes and tarts embellished California-style with fresh flowers, head to this sleek, serene branch of Karen Krasne’s pastry shop and café." Full review
Frommer's "A true gourmet dessert destination from the classically trained Chef Karen Krasne. Lavish cakes, cupcakes, custards, cookies, pies, and homemade ice cream are so artfully designed and displayed" Full review
Fodor's "This café lives up to its name, which explains why there's often a line, despite the ample seating. Paris-trained Karen Krasne turns out award-winning cakes, tortes, and pastries of..." Full review
Fodor's "Don't let the name fool you, there is more on offer than dessert at this popular Bankers Hill all-day dining gem. Delicious soups, salads, and panini are accompanied by a variety of..." Full review
