Friendly service and set in the most adorable building! Be advised that this shop sit on a sketchy corner so be sure to park right in front of the shop to pick up. The other options will not look very enticing (or safe). I stopped in here to pick up some vegan cupcakes and was please to see the incredible number of options! Some were even gluten-free! This bakeshop had cakes for everyone! I picked up the following vegan cupcakes: -Blueberry Lavender -Red Velvet Raspberry -Earl Grey Chocolate But there were also regular red velvet, lemon and a few other vegan options as well. I would call ahead to see what feature flavors they are offering both regular and vegan. The cupcakes had great structure and crumb. They were a teeeeensy bit dry but that's what the frosting was for. All in all, every single cupcake was enjoyed to the fullest. The frosting also had great flavor too. read more

They always have the best pastries in the world, my son and his girlfriend always bring cupcakes and the cupcakes are eaten with so much pleasure because they are so delicious, thank you Angel cakes for your wonderful pastries read more

Love this bakery! I plan on using them for my baby shower so I stopped by to taste their flavors in the shop. The Meyer lemon cream surprised me - it was so lemony and tasty! I also loved that the cherry chocolate had fruit in the cake. Please support this shop! They work hard and make an amazing cupcake. read more

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I've been following Angel cakes on instagram for a while and been really wanting to try their lavender flavored cupcakes. When I saw they had a lavender cheesecake cupcake and I was free, I knew I had to make a trip out to try it. The cupcakes were moist and sweet. I really like how flavorful they were - like how other places say lavender, it is very subtle but they actually make it taste like the star of the show without overdoing it. The service was great and the staff nice! read more

Very first time here, we pass by this cute store often. Noticed a TGTG bag here so decided it was our time to give it a try. Thought it was be a great treat for the kids after practice and a new to go spot for us. First walked in we weren't greeted. Notice someone just sitting until someone else came out and said I was here for a TGTG. I said oh this place is so cuuuuute. Again no response. With the mystery bag you never know what you're going to get. The value was there and the cupcakes are so soft and flavorful! Unfortunately the flavors in our box were not for us. I am all about unique flavors- we received 2 Mexican chocolate with chili (spicy and tasted like red hots candy) and a wasabi ginger (not a fan of either of these in general) cupcake- this is something I couldn't share with the kids at all. We tried the raspberry (not the meyer lemon one) and wasn't sure what the flavor was but we were not a fan. I can tell why these were unsold flavors and left for TGTG. I'm all about reducing food waste but those flavors were hard to swallow. With the combination of customer service and location, we wouldn't come back. Parking is also only street parking that's sooooo busy. I would be interested to try the popular classic flavors, maybe if I ever decide to come back. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Mexican chocolate, snickerdoodle, wasabi ginger, raspberry Meyer lemon, Mexican chocolate with chili and some raspberry cupcake. - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

The team at Angel Cakes did a great job providing us with a beautiful smash cake and mini cupcakes for our one-year old's birthday party! They worked with us to make sure the cake was what we wanted and everything was completed professionally and on time for our event. The mini cupcakes were delicious and the birthday boy LOVED his cake. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

I have followed Angel Cakes for years and when I got engaged almost 2 years ago, I knew I wanted my desserts from there. Last summer/ fall? They had their cupcake tasting event which me, my now husband, and sister in law bought tickets for. We were on a mission to find our favorite flavors but it was so hard to choose with almost 40 kinds! After much debate, we landed on maple bacon, guava, and chocolate salted caramel as well as mini brownies and cheesecake bites. They also made our two tiered vintage style heart cake for us to cut into. I felt bad that I had to keep changing our order to include GF/ VE options and then again to add more cupcakes bc our guest count kept going up. They were very friendly and easy to work with even with the multiple changes. My event coordinator also said their delivery was seemless and they were very professional and courteous. The cheesecake was the star of the night. I only had one small bite and when I returned to the dessert table later it was all gone! I was told it was the first thing we ran out of. My husband was sweet enough to buy me my own slice the next day when we returned the cupcake stands all in all, we love Angel Cakes and so did all our guests. 10/10 would recommend to anyone read more

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The gluten free vegan cupcakes i got to try today and omg so delicious. They were a vendor at our women's history month event today at our company and wow, I have to go get more from them. read more

I worked with Angel Cakes to have a custom cake made for my grandma's 90th birthday. It was a 2-tiered vanilla cake with strawberries baked in and a vanilla buttercream frosting. The cake was amazing and a huge crowd pleaser. This cake served 70+ people, was moist and flavorful. Definitely recommend! Angel cakes was able to make this cake within 10 days of placing the order and it was reasonably priced. Thank you Angel Cakes!!! read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - 2 tier custom cake - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

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Angel Cakes is pure joy in dessert form! Their cupcakes are always creative, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious--I've enjoyed them at countless gatherings and they're always the first to disappear. We featured a huge batch of mini-cupcakes at a fundraiser with people raving about every bite. I've also been lucky enough to have one of their gorgeous cakes for my birthday, which was as stunning as it was delicious. Angel Cakes truly brings magic and joy to every occasion, even when it's a party of one! read more

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I've passed this little bakery so many times. This time we stopped! Wow have we been missing out. Cupcakes are delicious! Get the cappuccino one! Service was great. It's a cute little bakery. Give it a try! read more

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Angel Cakes went above and beyond to create a beautiful giraffe cake for my mom's 80th birthday. The Mexican chocolate cake was so good. They couldn't have done a better job! The cake really made the celebration special. Thank you! read more

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what a special experience it was, planning my moms wedding day, July 19th and Angel Cakes was recommended to me by amother bakery who doesn't create larger cakes. with less than a month notice, Angel Cakes team assured me that they would create a perfect cake for my mom and her soon to be husbands, wedding day. I knew what design I wanted with red velvet filling and it was nothing short of AMAZING. The design and deliciousness was a 10/10. As we speak, I am recommend another bride-to-be to order her wedding cake from Angel Cakes Bakery. xoxo, Brenda read more

Was just there again--- ever more so since the passing of its beloved owner and founder. The good here are so consistently delicious and moist... lots of choices. From cake to cupcake, I enjoy giving them to friends and workmates... always a given winner. Probably tried at least 10 flavors by now and I will continue to be a loyal patron! read more

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Vegan cake/cupcake review - Ordering custom cake online is simple and pricing is very reasonable. - Phone support is nice and helpful. - Cakes are moist with no oil residue, flavorful and beautiful. - Great variety of unique flavors. - The shop is cute and busy, bakers making goodies is fun to see. Although occupied, staff are smiling and kind. - Street parking is not an issue. We're grateful to have found Angel Cakes. We drove into town to grab our order. They seem to care about their product and service quality. My daughter said "there are so many lovely people in there with the cakes" because of their gentle responsiveness to her & our cake-y needs. We will be ordering from them again. read more

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I was never one for cupcakes as they are usually always so dry or very over done, but when I found out about this place it changed my mind about cupcakes. I love how they always have different, creative, and new flavors every time I come in. Their bars and cheesecakes are nothing to pass up on either! Always a must for when I'm out in the area! read more

Really great gluten free / dairy free options. I order custom cupcakes a couple times a year, and the list of flavors, fillings, and frostings is very comprehensive ~ Oreo cookie and marshmallow chocolate cupcakes, lemon with strawberry filling. The texture of gluten free and dairy free is indistinguishable from the regular flavors; people have commented that they excellent and people can't tell the difference between regular and GF. It's a bakery, so just a display counter and cash register. I think it's employee owned which feels good to support a local business that might also be a coop. read more

I needed some delicious cupcakes quickly to celebrate my Cardio Pilates yoga mat instructor, who was teaching class on her birthday. Upon searching Yelp, Angel Cakes Cupcakes stood out thanks to the great reviews and mouth watering cake and cupcake descriptions. Knowing they are closed on Sunday, I scooted out the door on Saturday afternoon. Score #1 was the ridiculously convenient location a few blocks from the freeway exit. Score #2 was the ample free parking available in the immediate area - yes, I hate paying for parking to get food. Score #3 was the pre-packaged dozen mini cupcakes in mouth watering flavors* - saving me time in trying to select amongst the ample flavors and count. The extensive flavor varieties are impressive but presented a dilemma for me as too many options can be overwhelming, so the prepack was the golden ticket! The cute store ambiance is reminiscent of old time candy stores and the efficient service was exactly what I needed. Upon arrival staff chit chatting ceased and attentive service was extended. The staff immediately offered the prepack in a cute organized box right out of the frig. I was in and out in no time. A dozen mini cupcakes was plenty for the instructor and the small yoga class. Now the fun part - the reactions of my yoga class mates and instructor enjoying the mini cupcakes was priceless. The bite size flavor explosion was perfect post class as folks were in heaven with each bite, asking where I got them from and wanting more. Lastly, our instructor was extremely thankful for the acknowledgement and sweet treats. Can't wait for my next occasion for baked treats as I know I'll be back at Angel Cakes Cupcakes and everyone will fully enjoy. *Each box includes 12 V/GF mini cupcakes (three of each flavor): Funfetti, Meyer Lemon Raspberry, Double Chocolate, and Snickerdoodle. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Mini cupcake sampler - 12 V/GF in four flavors, three each. - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

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Going to a family get together I felt cupcakes where a great item to bring. You can bring different kinds and flavors to satisfy multiple people. When I walked in I noticed a citrus aroma in the air and low and behold right in front of me behind the the counter was a table full of lemons being peeled by 3 of the kindest ladies I've ever met. They were very attentive, great service, and humorous, as well as considerate to my order. Later that night the cupcakes I bought where devoured and enjoyed by the family. read more

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Saw this on my way to get something work related. It caught my attention because it looked to be housed in the old Gingerbread house restaurant that was there many years ago. I wasn't lucky enough to eat there. After I completed my errand I came in. It's a walk in and get something to go and also catering/pick up something you ordered. They had a cute selection of holiday flavor so I bought 6. The thing I liked is that the frosting is not overly sweet and not massive amount on it. I think its a waste to dump half the frosting The cupcakes are normal size. Staff is friendly too. Will be back. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Holiday cupcake. Had to get the Grinch. - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

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I stumbled upon this adorable architecture of a home , that turned up to be a cupcake shop ! Yum!! I took a wrong turn and I'm glad I did! Delicious cupcakes and I can't wait to come back on my next visit to Oakland . Amazing work ladies Support your local communities! read more

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I'll keep this brief. It's the day before Thanksgiving. I beefed it and forgot to buy a pumpkin pie for dessert on Thursday. My usual bakeries are sold out, and there's no way I want to cope with a day-before-Turkey Day trip to Berkeley Bowl or Whole Foods. And I'm over the sugary, not-pumpkin tasting disappointments I've had from Safeway. Then the husband mentions he saw slices of pumpkin pie at a downtown Oakland cafe that were from Angel Cakes Cupcakes. I thought Angel Cakes was strictly cupcakes, but since I absolutely love every cupcake I've had from them, I excitedly gave them a call asking if they still had any pumpkin pies left. "Yes!" was the answer. They took my name and processed my credit card for a pie right over the phone, and I was able to pick-up my pie before closing. The pumpkin pie was in a deep dish tin, smelled gloriously of spices, and tasted amazing the next day. It was cold, silky, in a flaky crust, had just the right amount of sweetness and blend of warm spices, and most importantly it tasted like pumpkin. One of the best pumpkin pies I've ever had! Thank you, Angel Cakes, for saving the day! read more

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I ordered cupcakes and a smash cake for my daughter's first birthday from Angel Cakes. I appreciate them patiently working with me and listening to my ideas to make my vision a reality. My daughter's narwhal smash cake was so beautiful, more beautiful than the inspiration photos I sent! I was impressed! The rainbow colored cupcakes were perfect for our theme. The guests LOVED the cupcakes and asked where we got them. Unfortunately, I didn't get a great pic of the cake while it was intact :-(. So I will just share a pic of the cupcakes. Thank you Angel Cakes for the delicious cupcakes and gorgeous cake, and amazing customer service. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - narwhal theme cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

Highly recommended! I have not ordered from them personally but have tried their sweets several times!!!!

I was so excited to try this place but it unfortunately missed the mark. I stopped by to grab some cupcakes for my son's birthday and based on all the reviews that I had seen prior I was expecting moist delicious cupcakes and instead I got what tasted like day old cupcakes? They were extremely dry and extremely sweet. I got 12 for $50 I was expecting way better quality. I also noticed fruit flies on their cupcakes. Will not be coming back unfortunately. read more

I discovered this place a couple months ago when I drove past on my way somewhere else. The name was adorable and I am always looking for a new bakery to try so after following them on Instagram and drooling over photos for a couple months, I finally got a chance this weekend to stop in! We tried a small variety of things and everything was fresh and tasty, will absolutely be back! Supporting you on insta, too!! read more

Cupcakes were good. Was not a fan of all the fruit flies inside the building when purchasing.

I like helping people. Sometimes people show their appreciation with small gifts. Yesterday I received a box of cupcakes from Angel Cakes in Oakland. These delicious and delightful cupcakes are far superior to anything you'll find in a supermarket. The cake is heavenly light. The frosting is gently sweet. Each cupcake was so beautifully made, you feel like you shouldn't eat it. Originally there were six in the box, but I ate one before I got the idea to leave a short review. Best Wishes for the New Year and continued success! read more

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Wanted to do something special for my anniversary with my boyfriend and decided I wanted to order a custom cake. All I knew is I wanted it to involve his favorite color: purple. This bakery helped me with ideas for the design and had it ready for our special day. Thank you so much, my boyfriend and I loved it. Carrot cake is delicious read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

I absolutely love this local bakery and have been getting cupcakes here for the last three years. They come in such fun flavors, and there is something new every day. If you need to bring something sweet to an event or just want a cupcake for after work, this place is the spot! read more

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I received a box of vegan cupcakes the day I came home from giving birth to my newborn. Now, these are the only cupcakes I ever think about because they are: 1) moist - not oily 2) great balance - not too sweet 3) delicious, colorful flavors - goodbye boring vanilla and plain chocolate! I'm no longer prisoner of preservative-packed vegan cupcakes from WF or overtly sweet vegan cupcakes from other bakeries! With postpartum brain, I forgot where they came from and had to immediately contact the sender. I googled Angel Cakes Cupcakes and was heartbroken to hear about Jen Angel's passing. RIP to a wonderful and beautiful community organizer, outstanding baker, and one of a kind soul. I hope her legacy and work continues one bite and one march at a time. read more

We ordered our wedding cake from them. Apparently the geniuses couldn't figure out that one should not stack a 3- tiered cake before arrival to the destination. When she got here- my cake was a mess and we couldn't really use it. I asked if she could fix it, and I was shocked that she said she could not. How are you not able to fix the cake with some frosting or whatever you did to decorate it... or get someone here who can do it. Did I mention that was my wedding day? read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Cake in the back of the delivery person's car. - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

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I had a custom vegan gluten free cake made for my bestie's birthday and it was a huge hit. This chocolate peanut butter cake was sinfully delicious and they were responsive and very accommodating to our needs. Highly recommend!! Thank you Angel Cakes! read more

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I can't say enough good things about Angel's Cakes! They brought my vision to life and created the perfect cake I wished for. Not only was it absolutely stunning, but it tasted just as amazing as it looked. Every detail was crafted with care, and you can tell they put so much love into their work. Maggie was so wonderful--super responsive, helpful, and kind throughout the entire process. She made everything so easy and stress-free. Highly recommend! read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

Wonderful variety, including vegan & gluten-free. And the v and gf choices are not just some sad vanilla & chocolate cupcakes--they're just as adventurous & creative. Highly recommend the lemon and salted caramel cupcakes. I'm not a big chocolate fan, but my friends said the chocolate flavor ones were likewise delish. Easy to get to, but don't try to go on a Monday--they're closed and you'll just end up weeping in your car like me. The employees are kind, personable, and helpful. Go try it out! read more

Bought some cupcakes for a friend's birthday since they were open on Sunday. We ordered a dozen different cupcakes. Since they had many different flavors available, we only repeated two cupcake flavors. The cupcakes were boxed nicely and we were on our way. When we got back, we added some dragon toppers and were excited to try some. I tried my first cupcake and was immediately wondering if there was a filling in the middle I was unaware of. Unfortunately what it ended up being was that it was cooked perfectly on part and the other part was still moist and undercooked. I'm not sure how that happens (but I'm also not a baker so maybe this is an issue that happens) but I showed my friends and they also said it looked a little mushy. I decided to try another cupcake since they get such good reviews and I'm not sure if it was the bad experience with the first cupcake, but I didn't enjoy the second cupcake though it was fully cooked. I don't plan on returning again but they could have just been having an off day so I'd give them the benefit of the doubt given the much higher reviews others have given. read more

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Going to a party, I decided to get cupcakes from Angel Cakes. They are a small-batch bakery operating since 2008 specializing in cupcakes, cakes, cookies and cakesicles. They have a menu of over 120 flavors because they love experimenting in new and unusual flavor combinations. They are located on 5th St. off Brush St. on the edge of West Oakland and Jack London Square. It's a busy street with traffic heading towards the Alameda Tubes and 880. But parking was easy right in front of the bakery which was the former Gingerbread House. With it unpainted wood sidings, it does look like a gingerbread house. I got a sampler box of various flavors, which only three flavors were duplicates. Not only were the cupcakes tasty, each were works of art. They were beautifully decorated. All the guests at the party who tried the cupcakes enjoyed the cupcakes and complemented on how pretty they were. Tried the lemon cupcake and wow, the lemon flavors were intense. Delish! My third time here and their cupcakes don't disappoint. For some tasty and pretty cupcakes, check out this local small business, Angel Cakes. read more

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I've driven by Angel Cake several times on the way to Alameda but haven't had the opportunity to try their cupcakes until this weekend for my son's 100 day party. They have online ordering available which was convenient and easy to use. We ordered 2 mini cupcake samplers which included their most popular flavors: funfetti, chocolate, Meyer lemon, and red velvet. Usually with mini cupcakes, they tend to be dry, but not these! All the guests complimented on how delicious the cupcakes were. Angel Cakes's Instagram posts their daily flavors each day that I did not see listed on their website. I wish there were more flavor options available for online orders, otherwise it's best to drop by and see what to have in store that day. They also do custom cakes aside from cupcakes. Happy I discovered this local gem, and can't wait to have them again for my next special event! read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - Mini cupcakes: funfetti, Meyer lemon, chocolate, red velvet - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

I was looking for a birthday cake for my friend(last minute) and went to Chinatown but almost every place there accept cash only so I had to find somewhere else....... So I drive toward Jack London Square and found this little cute place. I got 6 cupcakes for my friend and a Pecan bar for myself. Pecan bar was little bit too sweet&salty for my liking but I think it would taste good with a cup of coffee or tea. Cupcakes tasted good..... I love the texture that they didn't fall apart when eating. Only one customer/one group allowed at a time and there was another customer waiting behind me so I couldn't get good pictures inside but it was super cute there..... read more

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Ya'll. This is the real frickin deal. I ordered a cake for our engagement party and told Angel Cakes the general vibe of the party (fall colors, outdoor, rustic, etc) and they NAILED IT. Not only was it absolutely beautiful, but I admired how many flavor choices they had when I ordered so I went with Rose Cardamom. You GUYS. Every bite I take I melt. It is the best cake I have ever eaten, and I got so many compliments from our guests about this cake. I will be ordering every cake ever from Angel Cakes from now on. Obsessed. read more

Angel Cakes Cupcakes - (bottom right) Rose Cardamom cake - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California