Heather S.

Been wanting to try this location for a few years a finally got to. It's a small store that smells amazing when you walk in. The macaron, cake pops in the case look so tasty as did the cupcakes. I ordered 12 macaron mixed flavors for the family to try and 6 mixed cupcakes. Total was 55 well within range for these shops. We tried 5 different flavors of the macarons and they all tasted the same. Like the overly sweet icing on cakes when you were 5. The pumpkin I could taste a hint of pumpkin but the icing in the middle was so over powering it over took the flavor. While these are "sweets" I don't want to just taste sugar. And macarons should been on the lighter side. These were heavy and very chewy. The cupcakes....... Very top heavy. More icing than cake. Overly sweet no real distinct taste between the 6 we got. We were disappointed to say the least. I really wanted to like a local shop since we usually have to travel towards Hershey for macarons but both items disappointed us. We usually always try a place at least twice but, I don't believe we will be back.

Dan R.

"Cut the cake Give me a little piece" (Average White Band) Ady Abreu Miriello, the namesake of Ady Cakes, has quite an interesting backstory. She was a ballerina, an then an engineer before she transitioned into an award winning cake artist by taking first prize on an episode of Food Network's competition show Cupcake Wars. Her store -Ady Cakes, is located in the heart of West Reading, PA's sweet little downtown and has been around since 2007. They sell 18 flavors of very reasonably priced ($3) cupcakes, 13 French Macarons at $2,50, 4 kinds of Cake Pops at $2.50, plus mini cakes, mini cupcakes and cookies. We picked up two cupcakes - coconut and chocolate iced chocolate. My chocolate cupcake was delicious! Super creamy decadent icing over soft as silk chocolate cake. It was pretty much perfection. The store interior and exterior are very pretty with pink accented curtains and a pink awning. The young lady who served us was helpful and just as sweet as the cupcakes we walked out with.

Andrea G.

I really want to like this place, especially since they won Cake Wars. Their cupcake icing is buttery smooth but all of their cupcakes taste the same to me. The best thing I've tasted here are their cake pops, specifically the chocolate and vanilla flavors. Their cake pops are super moist on the inside, but I had to wait a little to eat them because the outer part was cold (guessing they keep them cool to preserve them.) Cute little spot in West Reading but I'm still on the hunt for a really good dessert spot!

Mackenzie F.

My NEW favorite bakery! I wish Ady Cakes was closer to where I live but it's well worth the day trip to West Reading. Ady Cakes is a very small, but super cute shop with plenty of delicious sweets to choose from. We stopped in on a Saturday, close to closing time so there wasn't much left to choose from, but what we did select, we absolutely LOVED! Our sweet treat included a Red Velvet cupcake & Chocolate Chip cupcake. Oh my goodness, talk about melt in your mouth kind of good! This was hands down one of the best cupcakes I've ever had. If you're in the area, absolutely stop in or order some baked goods online! We will 100% be back for more cupcakes!

Susan H.

***** 4 1/2 Stars**** While walking back to our hotel after having had dinner, we stumbled upon Ady Cakes. And what a serendipitous find it was! Seeing the sign that said "cakes" and "cupcakes", well...how could I resist cupcakes? So, I entered into a very small shop that had a sign informing customers that Ady Cakes had appeared on "Cupcake Wars"! There were 2 customers ahead of me which gave me time to look at the offerings. The clerk was telling us customers that Ady Cakes was going to be on "Cupcake Wars" on May 6th. The customers in front of me asked if Ady had won and the clerk said that they weren't allowed to say until the episode aired. She also added that there was going to be a party at a restaurant next to the hotel we were staying at. Everyone was invited to come and watch the episode. Too bad we were leaving to go back home that day :( I chose one all vanilla cupcake and 1 chocolate mint one. Each cupcake cost $2.50. Later in the evening, we gave them a try. They were delicious! The cake was dense yet not too dense as it was moist and flavorful. I had the all vanilla one which tasted and smelled like a birthday cake. It had good vanilla flavor without being too sweet---just the perfect amount of sweetness. My husband had the chocolate mint one. Upon opening the plastic container it was packed in, the air was redolent with mint. Again, the cake was dense enough and moist enough. The frosting had excellent mint flavoring and the cake tasted of both chocolate and mint without being too rich. My husband raved about his cupcake! I can't wait to see how the owner, Ady Abreu, does on "Cupcake Wars". However, I do know this---next time we're in town, we're going to buy more of her cupcakes. The clerk who waited on us was very friendly and helpful. Even though the shop was cramped, it was a cheery place.

Thomas K.

My girlfriend grew up in Reading and while we were having lunch at Chatty Monks told me all about the cupcake store down the block that won on cupcake wars on one of the food channels. Now I'm not a sweets kind of guy, but you say cupcake and I'm down (hence my love of the cupcake place we visited in Baltimore). We got there late in the day (2pm) and there few selections. We asked for a 6pack sampler to take home and shared one on the way. First the buttercream icing is amazing and the cake was so moist. I am in no way an expert on cakes and desserts, but if I'm going to eat only a few cupcakes a year, this is my first stop.

Christy C.

Ordered a cake for a 50th wedding anniversary. When we set it up at the party we noticed the "5" looked like an upside down "2." Emailed Ady Cakes that night, not even asking for a refund. Got a horribly rude email back. Customer service goes a long way. (Names have been taken out for privacy) Email to Ady Cakes (note - never asked for a refund): Hello. The cake was delicious and all around looked good. However, the "5" is actually and upside down 2. Numerous people made comments and it was very embarrassing for me. Paying $215 for a cake with an upside down 2 is totally unacceptable. It's a very unfortunate event as my usual cake lady closed her business and I've been Searching for a replacement, not only for our usual 6-8 cakes a year, but to refer all my clients to as well. I'm hoping that as the owner of the company, it was not you, but rather a careless employee who decided to use the "2". I'm hoping we can agree on some type of resolution to this. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Her email back: Hello: This is Ady, the owner. I'm so sorry to hear you were not satisfy with the shape of the #5 on the cake and I'm actually quite shocked at your comments. The #5 is not an "upside down 2" it's simply the shape of the cutter, I've been using the same cutter for over 9 years and nobody made that assumption before. I will be more than happy to show you our cutters but since you didn't like it I feel is not necessary. The cake was not done by a "careless employee", the cake was done by me. I'm happy to hear you think the cake was delicious and in your words "looked good", I think the cake looked amazing! but for you to expect a "resolution" (refund?) over the the fact you didn't like the shape of a number, (regardless of how good the cake tasted and how good it looked) I find it quite insulting. I don't think this cake will automatically lose its value or that you are entitled to a "resolution" because of such an odd complain. I personally put many hours on each and every detail, and the cake it's impeccable. Regarding the cost, $215.00 is a great price based on the product that we produced and you agreed to it previous picking up the cake. Quite frankly if there will be complains over price (afterwards) and picking the cake apart to find menial faults I rather us not to engage on future business. Best luck to you, Have a sweet day.

Rae Z.

I ordered a Birthday Cupcake dozen to be delivered with GrubHub as a surprise for my mom. They were delivered quickly, the presentation and packaging was very nice, came with happy birthday candles, and my mom said they were DELICIOUS with a capital D!