Honey & Butter Macarons

The texture is good, puffy just like you’d hope. But man, these things just don’t taste like anything. They almost all taste the same, with very minor differences unless it’s the yuzu one. I’m say probably overpriced but I got them as a gift. Still, cute packaging but just generally disappointing

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 3

Fun new flavors every week. And no sales tax… not sure how they managed that, but I’m not complaining

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Macarons, Churro Macaron, Enchanted Berries, Sea Salt Caramel, Oreo, Assorted Macarons, Sticky Rice, Birthday Cake

Honey and Butter is a classic macaron shop you need to visit whenever you're at Irvine Spectrum. They aren't cheap, but they're not simple to make either, so I always think it's worth the price.

I tend to buy a dozen because they look much cuter in the box that way, but I believe you can order them in a six pack or just by the piece. They also have a few specialty ones like characters as well.

I also like that they have a cute little photo op in the store along with merchandise both for them and some other anime related things!

Overall, a great stop if you’re in the area.

(2/50--2025)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I regret trying these when I got home. If I had tried them before, I would've gotten another dozen. Immaculate.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Macarons

I was not a fan of macarons, until now. I've ordered them from French bakeries every time I see them because they look so good, but I'm always disappointed. Everything about this shop is wonderful! Their macarons have a slight crisp exterior and then soft and delicious center. I don't think I've had one I didn't like. their staff is so welcoming and sweet. Presentation and packaging is so thoughtful. We live over 2 hours away, but every time we go to Irvine we stock up.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

These macarons are so cute and yummy!!

I tried:
1. Pistachio
2. Creme brulee
3. Honey

Love these cookies. Milk and honey is my go to

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 4

Super delicious macaroons. The staff is amazing and very friendly and inviting.

Parking: Get their early or pay extra for valet

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Honey and Butter Macarons, Sea Salt Caramel, Oreo, Assorted Macarons

Bruh every Macaron on display packs some kind of punch, they don't let down. Get the creme brulee one!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I was not a macaron person. I never enjoyed them, with the exception of a home baker I knew who made them but hers never looked right, despite tasting good. I've literally had them shipped from Paris, France and did not like them.

Ever since discovering Honey & Butter five years back, I will not buy macarons anywhere else. I live almost an hour away, so it is quite a drive for me but they're worth it. The size, the feet, the texture, the flavors and the sugar levels are perfect. I cannot praise them enough. I've been to several different locations before they were closed down, save this last one.

It's located at the Irvine Spectrum, really close to Nordstrom's, so that's where you should park. Parking has always been really easy for me to find. Then it's a short walk from there to the shop.

Sometimes there's a line, sometimes there isn't. Even with a line, it moves very quickly. Each time I go there, I am purchasing anywhere between 8-11 dozen macarons because I give them away and am also purchasing for friends who place their orders for me to pick up for them.

To make it easy for both the employees and myself, I grab a bunch of the paper flavor menus and will mark those up for each order that I have with people's names on them. Then I get in line, hand my sheets over to the cashier and they proceed to put my order together and tuck each menu into the box so I know which is which. It's a pretty good system I've worked out with them. It makes ordering clear and precise and I've never had a mix-up with my orders.

A couple friends are gluten-free, which makes H&B macarons perfect treats for them. The employees are SO CAREFUL when I tell them which orders need to be gluten-free. They make sure to do those orders first and will change their gloves out between the orders as well.

Since they know my drive is so long, they'll thoughtfully bag up my orders with ice packs. Everything about the shop from cute decor to the super creative flavors to the extremely kind, patient and thoughtful employees has me coming back time and again. I love everything about Honey & Butter!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Macarons

For price, when you have to seek out someone to get water that is a sign. Also o wanted a steak medium it was well done. Not worth the price.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

Cashless = un-American, not forward thinking. A smart business doesn't go cashless. There are people like me who want to use only cash for many important reasons. I gave my business to Blk Coffee and 85° where they accept cash like smart business owners. The point is to try to profit ?, by not turning away $$$. No brainer.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

This macaron shop is so cute! I was so excited to stumble upon it because I love macarons and it’s difficult to find good quality fresh macarons. The macarons I got were delicious and fresh. They also have a lot of cream, which I love. The only reason I gave 4 starts instead of 5 is because they come in a little paper bag instead of a box, so they get smushed easily if you’re carrying them around. For 5 macarons, I paid about $17. The macarons are $3-$4 a piece depending on what flavor you get.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best macarons you will ever have. I've shopped every store in So Cal and online, and this store wins hands down.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Creme Brulee Macaroon

My favorite macaron place! Everytime I visit Irvine spectrum, I have to come here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5