Look Up Dessert Cafe
1032 Volvo Pkwy #1, Chesapeake, VA
Crema's Take
“This Chesapeake gem has earned serious acclaim for its distinctive macarons, which locals rave are the most flavorful in the 757 with genuinely distinct flavor profiles that set them apart. Beyond the pastries, Look Up pairs quality specialty drinks like their pistachio lattes with thoughtfully crafted cakes by the slice and creative items like stuffed cookies, creating a cozy spot where you can linger over coffee and dessert that actually delivers on flavor. The casual, welcoming vibe and commitment to real ingredients (like actual pistachio filling) make it feel less like a chain and more like a neighborhood favorite that takes both its coffee and sweets seriously.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I think this is a great cafe. Not many small items more cakes and cake slices. But they have stuffed cookies, ice cream, crumbs cake, varied macaroons and a few other smaller items. I went with the taro cake (Philippians taste like coconut) but the guy working there also recommended red velvet and the Reese’s cake. I just never tried taro cake so I went with that it was really good. Very well layered and good amount of icing. The sign says all cakes are handmade too. They have plenty of indoor seating, coffees and drinks to order a great spot to just hangout at. It has a great atmosphere when you walk in. They are hiring as well.
This place, by far, has the most flavorful macarons in the 757. Even if I don’t know what flavors are in a variety box I can easily tell the difference because each flavor is so unique. I’ve tried macarons from many other local bakeries and I find that all the flavors taste very similar to one another while Look Up makes their flavors stand out while also consistently having great texture in both the filling and outer cookie. The employees here are always very kind and helpful. One time an employee let me know that he was out of the boxes for a 6-pack macaron purchase and he worked with me to find another option to still make the macarons look presentable for a birthday gift. Additionally, the other desserts are delicious. We are big fans of the Snow Cream desserts! We’re so glad that a local place has such great service and selection!
Service and atmosphere were nice, but ice cream was frost bitten, crunchy blue bell ice cream. Not what I was expecting at almost $5 a scoop. When I showed employee, she mentioned it happened to another flavor as well-the ice cream just gets too cold. Sorry, shouldn't be served to customers then...Maybe the more specialized treats here are better, but wouldn't recommend scooped ice cream.
Great place to grab that hot coffee with some delicious desserts! Blue Bell Ice Cream, specialty drinks, macaroons and cakes by the slice!!! Basically...anything for anyone! The sitting is also very inviting, comfy couches, eclectic tables...again...plenty of choices!
Today I tried the following; Pistachio Macarons, Nutella Macarons, Taro cake, and an iced Pistachio Latte (gluten free + coffee and tea free). Pistachio Macarons - a 10/10 with real pistachio filling rather than some cheap flavored cream. Nutella Macarons - 5/10 the filling was disappointing, as a Nutella lover, I can say with confidence that they did not use Nutella, it was more like chocolate (Hershey's) filling. The outside had the perfect crunch and was very yummy. Taro Cake - 8/10 the sponge cake resembled a slightly drier tres leches, it was so moist but not at all soggy. The creamy whipped topping had a coconut aftertaste, I loved this. Iced Pistachio Latte - 10/10 did not expect this to be so good, creamy and sweet but not overbearing, the pistachio flavor really shines in this drink, I used a soy milk base rather than cows milk and it was so delicious. Issues: I originally ordered a dozen (12) pistachio macarons, and they gave them to me out of the fridge rather than the display. I noticed immediately that they were hard as a rock and hard to bite into, however they refunded me 6 macarons. I understand that they have to refrigerate them to preserve them so I have no complaints about this little mishap. All in all I think this place deserves a 10/10! Excellent sweets, drinks, customer service, and decor. 🩷
Crema Reviews
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