Růže Cake House — Restaurant in Scottsdale

Located in downtown Scottsdale, in a nice area with plenty to see! Went on a Wednesday, mid afternoon & there was parking and it was quiet.

They offer drinks with boba, but apparently there’s a boba shortage? Not sure how, I’ve been to some other local businesses within the last week that offer boba and have not had an issue about there being a shortage. Regardless, the shop is very aesthetically pleasing, put together and nice looking.

Price for the macarons($62 for 20) is expensive, especially when I could get 18 macarons at (Paris Rendez-vous in the Desert Ridge Marketplace) for $20 cheaper.

At the time I got my order I did not mind paying the price, especially with all the different unique flavors, but after trying 3 I most definitely am underwhelmed & unimpressed. The 3 that I did try were stale tasting, The fruity pebble filling tasted like Bavarian buttercream (more buttery taste) and right in the middle a big chunk of (white chocolate) I think? The lavender one was meh, and the drumstick one also tasted as if it was filled with Bavarian buttercream, the waffle cone pieces were stale. The macaron itself was also stale, or like frozen, unfrozen and a repeated process of freezing and unfreezing.

I won’t be returning, it’s overpriced & although they offer different flavors you can’t really taste the flavors! I was hoping for more, especially with all the...

Walking down main street, saw the sidewalk sign for boba tea. It is set back off Main St in a walkthrough alley. A real hidden gem. Very cute small cafe, only offerings seem to be assortment of teas and macaroon, but what an assortment. The tea concoctions include mixtures such as earl grey, lavender, chai, and the Ruze which includes prickly pear and other flavors. There were easily 15 or more varieties of macaroons in so many delicious sounding flavors. Alas, I could not indulge having just come from an excellent lunch of Thai food at Malees. But that did not stop my husband who finally opted for a salted caramel macaroon. I had the Ruze tea and he had spiced chai, both cold with boba. To our surprised delight, they came out garnished with a nimbus of cotton candy.

I understand from other reviews that they make wedding cakes, and I could see how they would be great at that. But I can also imagine a great macaroon buffet with all of their imaginative flavors. This would be great fun at any party or event.

The cafe decor is just adorable: simple white walls, floor, tables; copper accents in furnishings, light and decor; hand crafted white pottery holding a variety of cacti, succulents and other greenery. Johanna Gaines would drool over the simple elegance.

Next time you are in downtown Scottsdale, treat yourself to a Macaroon and Tea break at this perfect...

Food: Overpriced, so brace yourself. However, I will say the flavor is well worth the splurge. I would recommend the Chocolate Chip Cookie and Neopolitan macaroons. Their Matcha boba drink with cotton candy is also quite fantastic and mind the Vietnamese coffee, it is cold brew so it won't be as thick as a normal Vietnamese coffee.

Atmosphere: Crisp and to the point. The greenery adds to their minimalistic style with their products placed purposefully on shelves. But the large table in the middle of their shop obscures the beautifully crafted pastries and, on first sight, doesn't help create a comforting environment for patrons who enter. In other words, the brass chairs, quiet atmosphere, and hard tables don't invite me to sit down and chat for longer than a couple minutes.

Service: I've had the same girl who has served me the past three visits and she has always done a spectacular job, giving recommendations and being very kind.

Overall: Great little shop with lots of eye candy and delicious, but expensive, delicacies and drinks. Fantastic for a girl's hangout or a quick drop-by for...