It's been over 17 years since my first Yelp review of Magnolia Bakery. Unlike other foodie lemmings…read moreat the time, I wasn't caught up in the cupcake craze started by this iconic shop. Remember when this was one of Carrie's hangouts on "Sex & the City"? That exposure triggered nearly 70 locations worldwide. Jamie W and I were back in the neighborhood after a tipple at Julius'. I have to admit I never understood the appeal of the cupcakes. However, I had never tried their banana pudding before, and I liked how you can grab a readymade carton from the fridge and pay for it right away. Meanwhile, a lot of self-absorbed women were crowded around the cupcake display waiting for their little boxes. We took our stash across the street to the mostly deserted playground.. Ah, so the pudding was the draw all along. We grabbed two, the $6.25 Chocolate Peanut Butter (Photo 5) and the $5.75 Classic Banana (Photo 4). They both have lighter-than-expected whipped cream and sliced bananas. Of course the classic layers Nilla vanilla wafers, while the other applies Oreo cookie crumbles and chocolate chunks. No complaints about either, though the classic still wins. FOOD - 4 stars..indulgent treats, aren't they? AMBIANCE - 3 stars...still packed after all these years, purely takeout SERVICE - 4 stars...for the pudding yes but for cupcakes, it's a sea of estrogen TOTAL - 4 stars...forget the cupcakes! RELATED - Peckish in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/J1Z2EKWhmt

I finally had a chance to try the famous banana pudding! They have a fridge inside with all the…read morebanana puddings, and I purchased a small which was a good size for one person, though you could definitely share it between two people if you just want a little sweet treat. The pudding was super soft and fluffy with a strong banana flavor. It was pretty sweet for me, and I would've preferred it a little less sweet, but it was still delicious. I loved how it was creamy, light, and cohesive. It was a small shop for grab and go, and it was early in the day, so there was no wait. Staff were friendly. I would love to have another banana pudding whenever I'm back in the area!

Molly's Cupcakes is by far the best cupcake shop I've tried in NYC. Their cupcakes are perfectly…read moremoist, full of flavor and not overly sweet with amazing frosting to match. I've been here several times and have always received friendly, excellent service. Most recently, I ordered 26 custom cupcakes for an event and couldn't have been happier. They looked beautiful, tasted incredible and were a huge hit. Highly recommend!

Ordered: Peach Cobbler Cupcake (~$4): vanilla cake with…read morebrown sugar streusel, cinnamon peach purée filling, topped with homemade whipped cream and a sliced peach Blueberry Cheesecake Cupcake (~$4): vanilla cake infused with classic cheesecake, topped w graham cracker crumb, cheesecake pastry cream and glazed blueberries Creme Brûlée Cupcake (~$4): vanilla cake, filled with a classic creme brûlée custard, caramelized sugar coating and topped with glazed berries Aya's take: I was in the area looking for a sweet treat and came across Molly's Cupcakes on Yelp! I was shocked that there's nearly 2000 reviews and I hadn't heard about it but definitely walked by several times. Upon entering, I immediately got school classroom vibes from the decor to the desks used as tables. We went with 3 cupcake options but they have more to choose from and even customizable ones. The Peach Cobbler Cupcake was the Winning Flavor on Food Network's Cupcake Wars! I can see why. The peach purée along with the brown sugar streusel was so good! The Blueberry Cheesecake Cupcake had a delicious cheesecake cream and the blueberries were tart and juicy. The Creme Brûlée Cupcake had a creamy custard and caramelized glaze on top which is exactly what you'd expect from creme brûlée. These cupcakes were some of the best I've ever had! All 3 were made with vanilla cake which I have to say was super moist, not too sweet, and tasted great. Next time, I would try their other cupcake bases or even do a TooGoodToGo order which would give you an even better deal on these!

Stopped in to get some cookies for a party I was heading to. They have a large selection. 1 lb of…read morecookies was $28 which is a little overpriced but I was in a time crunch. Staff were helpful and friendly. They have a lot of seating inside if you would like to enjoy your pastries there before heading out.

Decent cupcakes with a lot of different selections. I liked the cupcakes and cake from…read moreHere. It's a decent bakery that will make for great gifts

Billy's Bakery was a great find! They had fresh baked cakes, cupcakes, scones - you name it!…read more The gentleman behind the counter was icing cupcakes as I walked in. I opted for a cupcake and coffee. The smell was too good. I ordered an iced oat milk latte as well. I'm not a vegan but prefer nondairy milk in coffee. I didn't see many vegan options in the shop. However, chocolate buttercream and yellow cupcake is my go to and typically my favorite. It's a classic. I ordered and sat down to rest a minute and enjoy my upcoming treat. What I liked: 1. The cake to icing ratio was just the right amount. 2. The yellow cake was delicious and moist. What needed improvement: 1. The chocolate buttercream didn't have enough chocolate flavor. It was too much cream and not enough chocolate flavor. Would I go back? Sure, I'd go back to try other flavors. This may have been a batch that didn't get the right amount of chocolate.

Billy's Bakery at this location is never a disappointment. On a fall day it's great to get…read moresomething and sit outside. Billy's is historic. They opened a location Upper West Side but it was a disappointment to me. Go here!

We stopped in here after having dinner down the street. They have a wide selection of desserts,…read morebut we decided on the cupcakes. The decor is really bright. There was a bit of a line, but it moved pretty quickly. I am boring, so I just ordered the plain vanilla cupcake, but it was just perfect. It was fresh and the cake itself was wonderful. We had a big party--everyone was happy, but particularly happy with the cookie dough and red velvet. Definitely worth a visit.

Service is terrible. Famous Brooklyn black and white cake was very dry. I have eaten here before…read moreand it was delicious. This time I asked to trade the cake for the a cupcake. The very young ladies doing service laughed at us. They couldn't care less for customers. Terrible. Will not be back and do not recommend. $10.50 for a dry piece a cake? Never again

Sometime you just crave a cupcake!…read more Walking by this grab and go spot I peered in and saw they had Devil Dog cupcakes, a flavor blast from my childhood. Had to get one. it was ok and satisfied enough. Be aware that nothing is freshly baked at this tiny location and it is a bit pricey for what it is.

​I recently picked up a box of four cupcakes for $15. At $3.75 a piece, it's a fair price for…read morespecialty treats that are as visually appealing as these were. While the presentation was 10/10 across the board, the flavors ranged from "nostalgic perfection" to "a bit of a letdown." ​ ​Devil Dog (The Winner): This was by far my favorite. It was a trip down memory lane, perfectly capturing that nostalgic Hostess chocolate cupcake flavor I loved as a kid. ​Lemon Raspberry Meringue: Coming in a close second, this cupcake was bright, fruity, and incredibly fresh. It felt light and offered a great balance to the richer flavors in the box. ​Ube: This cupcake was stunning to look at. However, the flavor didn't quite live up to the exotic profile of a purple yam; it tasted like a traditional vanilla cupcake that just happened to be purple. Great for the aesthetic, but standard in taste. ​Hummingbird: This was the only real disappointment. I was expecting the signature tropical punch of pineapple, but it lacked that acidity. Instead, it felt more like a simple banana nut muffin with icing on top. ​Final Verdict: Overall, the experience was positive. The shop clearly has a talent for decor and nostalgia. I'd definitely return for the Devil Dog and the Lemon Raspberry, but I might skip the Hummingbird next time. Last Note: The woman working in the bakery was a bit rude and had an attitude and that alone will make me not com back no matter how good the cupcakes are.

Sweet 343 Garden St…read more Hoboken, NJ 07030 Fluffernutter As I was walking by, I couldn't help but notice a row of cupcakes through the window. I spontaneously decided to give this bakery a try. I was originally hesitant to explore a cupcake that is a dessert version of fluffernutter sandwich. But, my gut instinct after seeing the cupcakes through the window was telling me that the dessert was on the money. Freshly baked in house, this moist vanilla cupcake is layered with peanut butter buttercream and marshmallow fluff. I enjoyed this "sweet" treat a lot more than I anticipated. It is recommended to have some napkins handy because the cream will most likely get on your face when you take a bite. I was also appreciative that the server offered a glass of water with the fluffernutter. #sweet #sweethoboken #fluffernutter #specialtycupcakes #hobokennj

I came by for one gender reveal cupcake in the morning, and the staff member was so accommodating…read moreand excited for us. They had the cupcake ready by the afternoon, with blue and pink sprinkles with the "secret" filling inside. They even have a code word for the gender so customers don't "accidentally" read the order form haha. The cupcake was $4.95 + $1 custom fee, and it was perfect. It was also delicious! They also had some custom cakes in their cake case and they looked incredible. I look forward to being back.

I ordered the red velvet, smores, and chocolate chip cookie and all three was so good. Cookies were…read moresoft and yummy. I also got a tres leche and that was AMAZING. Overall great desserts and great vibes. The workers were also very friendly.

While I was heading to the train station on a Citi Bike, I realized there was a bakery. I happen to…read morebe on the hunt for some cake to enjoy on the train back to Philadelphia. So I whipped my bike around, and headed inside. The exterior of the store is small and cute. I loved seeing everything in the window. Great advertising. The name itself also made us giggle. There were a few others walking by and they had a giggle too. Clever for sure. Really gets people looking. Once inside there were two men working. I think it was close to closing because they were wrapping things up. But, they were willing to help us place our order and get us situated. They were kind and helpful. I opted for a chocolate base cupcake, red velvet, and funfetti. Funfetti was my favorite! The cake was moist and the icing was nice and sugary. I prefer a sugary icing. The chocolate cupcake was rich in flavor. I absolutely loved the cupcakes. Simple with a little pizazz. The cost was about $4+ for each cupcake. I think that is on point and pretty reasonable. It is comparable to other bakeries in NY and other states. I'd definitely return to grab some more on my next trip.

{Overall: 5; Food: 5} Service: 4…read more I often order from this Magnolia Bakery location on DoorDash, and the cakes and banana pudding are always fresh. Sometimes I'll stop in if I'm also catching a train from the station. The store is clean, bright, and well stocked with their full selection of cake slices, banana pudding, and other treats. It also usually isn't too busy. I love how this location is consistently excellent.

My first time trying the famous banana pudding! Thought I wouldn't like it since it sounded kinda…read moreheavy and other banana pudding stuff I never cared for or even liked but pleasantly surprised! Small store that's just walk through and go since it's at the train station Banana pudding - actually lighter than I expected and really good! Easy to eat and closer to like a pudding 7.5/10

I wanted to gift my friend a dozen customized cupcakes for her birthday, so I reached out to…read moreYehCakes about two weeks in advance to see if I could put in an order. They responded quite promptly and we began discussing over email the details of the customization and order. After a couple back and forth emails, after which we agreed upon a design, I was ghosted and left with only a couple days before my friends birthday to scramble and figure out a gift for her (plus she lives across the country from me). Although I cannot comment on the quality of taste of the cupcakes themselves, I was disappointed by the service and lack of consistent communication on their end. My friend's birthday has now passed and I still haven't received any kind of response or confirmation on their end. :(

Great experience getting custom cupcakes for my boyfriend's birthday. I loved the customized…read moreYankees hat, it was a nice touch.