Desserts · French
The Aria patisserie's oversized rose macaron with custard and raspberries held up against the likes of Laduree and Pierre Herme, per Roger, and the croissant sandwiches were solid too -- worth the near-guaranteed 20-minute line.
Start with rose macaron with custard and raspberries or chicken pesto wrap, and check the restaurant’s current menu before you go.
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“Jean Philippe's macarons are up to par with all of those!”
The rose macaron with custard and fresh raspberries was oversized and not overly sweet, holding up against Laduree, Pierre Herme, Bottega Louie and 'Lette per Roger's comparison; a croissant sandwich (chicken pesto wrap) was also good, though the visit ran over $40 for two sandwiches, two drinks and a macaron. Expect a 20-minute line, split between the food line and the chocolate/dessert line.
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