Cake Expressions

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Tracey H.

We'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a special cake! Cero and his team brought our vision to life. We came in with only a vague idea of what we wanted. With Cero's help and many years of experience, we were able to come up with a design we loved. The cake tasted and looked great. They offer free cake tasting - they have so many flavors of sponge, fillings, and cream/frosting. So don't hesitate to stop by. They also offer delivery (within a certain distance) for $50. Someone came to assemble the cake at our venue at the scheduled time. It was so relieving to have this!

Christina S.

For our wedding reception, I had a cake place in mind, but turned out I didn't like their cakes. So I contacted Cake Expressions a month before the event hoping it wasn't too short of notice. Cero emailed back that it was enough time, so we quickly scheduled a cake tasting. We selected a two-tier cake with one tier of burnt almond and one tier of princess cake. I wanted to add a custom cake topper and fresh flowers. Cero said to provide them the day of delivery and they would decorate the cake with them. When I arrived at the venue and saw the cake, I was more than pleased. It was understated (as I wanted) and beautifully decorated. As expected, the cakes were delicious! The only negative is that they forgot to bring a cake box for leftovers, so staff at the venue had to wrap it in foil. Not worth taking off a star IMO. I would definitely recommend and would use Cake Expressions again!

I don't even know how to fully describe how WOW our experience with cake expressions was. Cero and his team are so kind and easy to work with. We had a fantastic cake consultation that we scheduled via email. Once we arrived, we were greeted warmly and it was actually so difficult to narrow down which flavors we wanted since all of them were delicious! We ended up choosing the mango and carrot cake for a simple two tier cake and the mille foglie which was the showstopper of the evening. These are NOT dense overly sweet cakes, they are light fluffy masterpieces. Once Cero arrived during our pre arranged delivery time, he beautifully placed flowers exactly how my inspo photo looked. I'm looking forward to order more custom cakes in the future!

Kacey P.

Service was great, they were responsive and accommodating. The cake was perfect and they did exactly we asked for the cake decoration

Käri N.

Cake Expressions created the most stunning and delicious Mardi Gras-themed cake for my husband's 40th birthday, and it was an absolute showstopper! The attention to detail was incredible--from the vibrant colors to the intricate decorations, every element was beautifully crafted. The cake truly captured the festive spirit of Mardi Gras and became a centerpiece of the celebration. Not only did it look amazing, but it also tasted incredible! The flavors were rich, moist, and perfectly balanced--every guest raved about how delicious it was. Cake Expressions exceeded our expectations in every way, from their creativity and artistry to their professionalism and customer service.P

Salma F.

Absolutely loved working with Cero on our wedding cake. Him and his team are so talented, attentive & communicative throughout the process. They also delivered the cake to Carmel seamlessly. And the best part, everyone LOVED the cake, it was so delicious. Cannot wait to order our next cake. Thanks so much for everything

Amy S.

Cake Expressions created a beautiful wedding cake for us back in April! We gave them a ton of creative freedom (just said we like the naked style cake with some flowers on it) and they produced a stunning cake. Our guests raved about how beautiful it was as well as how delicious it was! The cake tasting was a total blast and they were very easy to work with. We highly recommend them for wedding cake or any special event!

Ziqi C.

We used Cake Expressions for our wedding cake, and we enjoyed the experience! Cake was not something we cared about, and were originally going to skip it, but after going to the free cake tasting and seeing their prices, we decided to get one in case any of our guests wanted it. They were straightforward and easy to work with, and their prices are super affordable for the Bay Area. On our wedding day, they delivered the cake as agreed upon, and our coordinator and florist worked with them to make sure it was decorated. We didn't even think about it until it was time for the cake cutting!

Cero, the owner created an outstanding, stunning wedding cake. Our vision for the "Dream Wedding Cake" was realized. From the start, Cero understood what my daughter wanted her cake to look like. She brought photos, and he understood we were going for an elegant, large cake. At the shop we saw a display cake with a base and a topper he stated he rents out. It was so beautiful, and my daughter knew that is what she wanted. They provide a wonderfully sample of cake flavors. It all looked so scrumptious and beautiful in colors. This in itself, was enough to make us think that it was the right bakery for us. Superb! Cero delivered the cake, and became a major focal point of the evening. As expected, this bakery and the owner did a fantastic job.

Hugo A.

Cake expression was amazing and they delivered the cake me and my wife asked for. It was a gender reveal cake. Awesome design and well worth it. We will come back!!! Baby Boy

Shubha R.

We ordered a wedding reception cake for my sister-in-law from Cake Expressions, and it was absolutely stunning! Beautifully decorated, elegant, and tasted just as amazing--so moist and flavorful. They were a dream to work with--responsive, professional, and made the whole process seamless. Couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Highly recommend for any special occasion!

An AI-themed cake (delicious and within our limited budget) for Claude and GPT-4's two year anniversary! Thanks from the UCSC NLP program!

Sam S.

Cero and his team are wonderful. Cero was kind and easy to work with over the phone when I was trying to get a fun "AI Anniversary Cake" lined up for a big speaker event that our UCSC NLP program was having. Cero worked with me to think of an affordable option that still dazzled guests. It was delicious and loved by all of our attendees. I couldn't recommend Cero + his team enough, this was a fantastic interaction!

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I wanted to express my sincere thanks to Cero for accommodating my order on such short notice. I know it's generally not recommended to request a custom chocolate drip cake with such a limited timeframe, so I truly appreciated the effort and flexibility shown to make it happen. The cake turned out absolutely beautiful and meeting my expectations. Not only was it visually stunning, but it was also delicious. Every detail was executed perfectly, and it was exactly what I had envisioned. Thank you again for your kindness, professionalism, and for making my special someone's celebration extra special. I'm incredibly happy with the result and would gladly recommend your work to others! read more

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We ordered a cake for my son's first birthday party. And Cero made the best black forest cake ever. It was a two tier customised cake. He was very friendly throughout the process and incorporated all our suggestions on the design, sugar level, fresh cherries, icing etc. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who wants beautiful and tasty cakes baked by someone with so much patience and passion. read more

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Margaret T.

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If you are looking for a custom cake, look no further than Cake Expressions. Not only is the team super accommodating and friendly, but they are also insanely talented and went above and beyond what I asked for. The cake was aesthetically pleasing and so delicious! I was so sad when the last bite was gone. I provided them with some inspo pics and described my vision. They followed it exactly while also considering things that I didn't even think to ask about! I would not hesitate to order from them in the future, and highly recommend them for all your cake needs. read more

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Tracey H.

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We'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a special cake! Cero and his team brought our vision to life. We came in with only a vague idea of what we wanted. With Cero's help and many years of experience, we were able to come up with a design we loved. The cake tasted and looked great. They offer free cake tasting - they have so many flavors of sponge, fillings, and cream/frosting. So don't hesitate to stop by. They also offer delivery (within a certain distance) for $50. Someone came to assemble the cake at our venue at the scheduled time. It was so relieving to have this! read more

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They have the great designing cakes , make sure to check them out if you need to host a birthday party

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Christina S.

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For our wedding reception, I had a cake place in mind, but turned out I didn't like their cakes. So I contacted Cake Expressions a month before the event hoping it wasn't too short of notice. Cero emailed back that it was enough time, so we quickly scheduled a cake tasting. We selected a two-tier cake with one tier of burnt almond and one tier of princess cake. I wanted to add a custom cake topper and fresh flowers. Cero said to provide them the day of delivery and they would decorate the cake with them. When I arrived at the venue and saw the cake, I was more than pleased. It was understated (as I wanted) and beautifully decorated. As expected, the cakes were delicious! The only negative is that they forgot to bring a cake box for leftovers, so staff at the venue had to wrap it in foil. Not worth taking off a star IMO. I would definitely recommend and would use Cake Expressions again! read more

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Ninder H.

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I'll give this guy, a five star rating. We got a three tier cake from him, and that was so tasty. Everybody asking for this guy. So, if you guys ever looking for the cakes for your special occasions. This is the perfect guy, and the owner is an old guy, really humble, really respectful. I would definitely recommend this guy. read more

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I don't even know how to fully describe how WOW our experience with cake expressions was. Cero and his team are so kind and easy to work with. We had a fantastic cake consultation that we scheduled via email. Once we arrived, we were greeted warmly and it was actually so difficult to narrow down which flavors we wanted since all of them were delicious! We ended up choosing the mango and carrot cake for a simple two tier cake and the mille foglie which was the showstopper of the evening. These are NOT dense overly sweet cakes, they are light fluffy masterpieces. Once Cero arrived during our pre arranged delivery time, he beautifully placed flowers exactly how my inspo photo looked. I'm looking forward to order more custom cakes in the future! read more

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Andrew P.

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Great place to order wedding cakes! They were thorough with what we wanted as our wedding cake and it was delivered in a timely matter. They also have free cake tasting!! read more

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Service was great, they were responsive and accommodating. The cake was perfect and they did exactly we asked for the cake decoration read more

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Käri N.

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Cake Expressions created the most stunning and delicious Mardi Gras-themed cake for my husband's 40th birthday, and it was an absolute showstopper! The attention to detail was incredible--from the vibrant colors to the intricate decorations, every element was beautifully crafted. The cake truly captured the festive spirit of Mardi Gras and became a centerpiece of the celebration. Not only did it look amazing, but it also tasted incredible! The flavors were rich, moist, and perfectly balanced--every guest raved about how delicious it was. Cake Expressions exceeded our expectations in every way, from their creativity and artistry to their professionalism and customer service.P read more

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Jessica M.

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Our wedding cake was beautiful. 10's across the board. We can't wait to receive our anniversary cake a year from now. Cero and his team are amazing. - The Archies, 9.6.25 read more

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Salma F.

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Absolutely loved working with Cero on our wedding cake. Him and his team are so talented, attentive & communicative throughout the process. They also delivered the cake to Carmel seamlessly. And the best part, everyone LOVED the cake, it was so delicious. Cannot wait to order our next cake. Thanks so much for everything read more

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Amy S.

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Cake Expressions created a beautiful wedding cake for us back in April! We gave them a ton of creative freedom (just said we like the naked style cake with some flowers on it) and they produced a stunning cake. Our guests raved about how beautiful it was as well as how delicious it was! The cake tasting was a total blast and they were very easy to work with. We highly recommend them for wedding cake or any special event! read more

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Ziqi C.

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We used Cake Expressions for our wedding cake, and we enjoyed the experience! Cake was not something we cared about, and were originally going to skip it, but after going to the free cake tasting and seeing their prices, we decided to get one in case any of our guests wanted it. They were straightforward and easy to work with, and their prices are super affordable for the Bay Area. On our wedding day, they delivered the cake as agreed upon, and our coordinator and florist worked with them to make sure it was decorated. We didn't even think about it until it was time for the cake cutting! read more

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Christianne L.

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Our family was having a party for around 70 people and I decided I wanted to have a small dessert table spread. I reached out to multiple bakeries to inquire about pricing for a variety of desserts and prices were so high compared to Cake Expressions. I reached out to Cake Expressions via email just to get a quote on how much it would be for mini cupcakes. I had the pleasure of having a conversation via email with Katherine! She was very sweet and gave me all the information that I was looking for. We were even able to discuss what kind of cupcake design I wanted (gold dusting). Katherine was also extremely patient with me as I had so many questions! As for the pricing, they are very affordable and fair! I decided to buy 36 mini guava cupcakes, 36 mini mango cupcakes, and 36 brownies! We decided to pick up the desserts ourselves because delivery to the venue (Milpitas) would have been an extra $40. When I went in to pay for the cupcakes the week of the event, another lady helped me and I saw the order that Katherine had been putting together for me! I loved that she was detailed in what kind of design I wanted and she even attached a photo of an inspirational photo I sent her via email. Out of the 3 desserts I ordered, I think the brownies were my favorite. For the guava and mango cupcakes, unfortunately, the flavor wasn't very strong. The guava cupcakes were pink and the mango cupcakes were green. The mango cupcakes ended up staining a few teeth and a few lips of some of our guests, but it came out after a quick wash. I would definitely order from Cake Expressions again! And thank you Katherine for helping me with my order! read more

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Ted R.

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Cero, the owner created an outstanding, stunning wedding cake. Our vision for the "Dream Wedding Cake" was realized. From the start, Cero understood what my daughter wanted her cake to look like. She brought photos, and he understood we were going for an elegant, large cake. At the shop we saw a display cake with a base and a topper he stated he rents out. It was so beautiful, and my daughter knew that is what she wanted. They provide a wonderfully sample of cake flavors. It all looked so scrumptious and beautiful in colors. This in itself, was enough to make us think that it was the right bakery for us. Superb! Cero delivered the cake, and became a major focal point of the evening. As expected, this bakery and the owner did a fantastic job. read more

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Adelyna G.

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Love Cero! Always does amazing work on every one of my cakes. Never fails to go above and beyond on his work! and the flavors are amazing!!! read more

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Hugo A.

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Cake expression was amazing and they delivered the cake me and my wife asked for. It was a gender reveal cake. Awesome design and well worth it. We will come back!!! Baby Boy read more

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Shubha R.

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We ordered a wedding reception cake for my sister-in-law from Cake Expressions, and it was absolutely stunning! Beautifully decorated, elegant, and tasted just as amazing--so moist and flavorful. They were a dream to work with--responsive, professional, and made the whole process seamless. Couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Highly recommend for any special occasion! read more

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Sam S.

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Cero and his team are wonderful. Cero was kind and easy to work with over the phone when I was trying to get a fun "AI Anniversary Cake" lined up for a big speaker event that our UCSC NLP program was having. Cero worked with me to think of an affordable option that still dazzled guests. It was delicious and loved by all of our attendees. I couldn't recommend Cero + his team enough, this was a fantastic interaction! read more

Cake Expressions - An AI-themed cake (delicious and within our limited budget) for Claude and GPT-4's two year anniversary! Thanks from the UCSC NLP program! - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Harshali P.

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We had an excellent experience with Cake Expressions for our wedding cake. When our original plans fell through, I called Cake Expressions and they were able to get us in for a tasting the same day. After the tasting, it was obvious we were going to go with them for our wedding cake! The pricing was reasonable and the cake was delicious! Our guests thoroughly enjoyed both flavors! read more

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Prasiddha H.

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Came to visit the famous Cero for cake tasting for our upcoming wedding and it was an awesome experience! We came by on a 6:30 pm afternoon and were promptly greeted and seated by Cero. He brought us out around 12 different cake flavors to taste which were all awesome and delicious with tons of variety! There were fruity flavors as well as chocolatey/classic flavors not to mention other varieties as well. It was such a wonderful experience it didn't take us time to book our order! This is a mom and pop shop so don't expect fancy but expect homey and delicious cakes! Definitely support this awesome business and meet the man Cero himself! read more

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Anya B.

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We got our wedding cake via Cake Expressions and it was the best decision. They are a preferred vendor with our hotel but we didn't expect to meet such a sweet owner, to have such a hard time picking a flavor we preferred (just barely got it in before the deadline), or to have multiple guests come up to us after the day to tell us that the cake was so yummy. They also did our design perfectly and with hardly any direction other than a few notes. All in all a great experience working with them. read more

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Carolyn B.

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Cyril and his team are easy to work with and my most recent cake was beautifully decorated! Everyone loved it and we had very little left over. Guava cake! read more

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Preeti R.

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Got a beautiful two-tier safari-themed birthday cake that turned out exactly as we had hoped. We chose marble and strawberry flavors--both were divine and an absolute hit. All the guests loved it! I especially appreciated the attention to detail and how meticulously the designs were crafted. Cero, the owner, was wonderful to work with over the phone. I can definitely see myself coming back for future special events in the family. read more

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S C.

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Cero did a fantastic job for a birthday cake for us. It was short notice but he made the decorations beautiful and the cake tasted delicious. So thankful to him for elevating the occasion with a gorgeous cake. read more

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Joe S.

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Ordered our son's wedding cake, desserts and cookies. Cero and his team give their heart to make us feel great on our special day. Thank you much Cero, Valerie and anyone else! read more

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Elisa F.

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Cake Expressions is my go-to bakery for special occasion cakes! We have been returning customers since our wedding in 2022, and most recently Cero made a beautiful cake for my baby's baptism. Due to some new dietary restrictions, we needed a dairy-free cake. Cero was very accommodating and helpful while discussing my options. He made a generous sample to try and it was absolutely delicious! The final product was equally amazing and no one could tell it was made without dairy! We will continue to use Cake Expressions to celebrate our meaningful events. read more

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Jen T.

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Cake Expressions was one of the preferred vendors for our venue. I'm so glad that they recommended this place! It was easy to schedule a cake tasting appointment. I would highly suggest calling them directly as it's a lot quicker to get a hold of them than receiving a response via email. On the day of the tasting, we were able to try all the different flavors at no extra cost. We shortly thereafter had the initial consultation for our wedding cake in terms of cost, design, and other logistics. Since we were not too selective, we decided on the kind of filling, frosting, and design along with putting down the deposit that day. To give the cake some contrast, we agreed to have alternating smooth and comb texture. We ended up getting a three-tier wedding cake with strawberry cream, red velvet, and white cream that were 6, 10, and 14-inch tiers respectively. The cake was delivered to our venue (Hakone) on time. At the reception, there were endless compliments on how great the cake tasted. Everyone loved that our wedding cake had three different flavors. One of our guests even ate 3 slices of the strawberry cream since it was so tasty. The cake was indeed moist and fluffy. Frosting was delicious and not heavy/overly sweet. They even helped us place our favorite cake topper on our big day. We also rented a 4" cake stand that gave the cake more height and that magnificent appearance. I definitely recommend trusting Cake Expressions with your wedding cake. Oh, I'm also trading a first anniversary cake for an 8 x 10 photo of my cake - yes, that's a thing! read more

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Michelle B.

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As we started our wedding planning, I was most excited to taste cakes. I was excited to go to all of the cake shops in the area and eat all the cake that I could - but sadly that dream didn't come true because we went to Cake Expressions and it was so damn good, that we didn't need to go anywhere! Cero has an incredible gift - our cake not only looked amazing, but tasted amazing. We went with all the cakes as we tasted them - Carrot Cake, Tiramisu Cream, and a Chocolate Raspberry - they were all delicious. We got so many compliments as well - I will definitely be back to Cero with other cake needs, but highly recommend him. Flowers were placed by our florist, Flowers by Janet. read more

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Athena N.

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Cero and his team were a pleasure to work with. It is no wonder why Cake Expressions has been a long-standing staple in the community. The cake flavors are delicious and the cakes are expertly crafted with love. Our wedding cake was perfect and the cupcakes we ordered were spectacular! read more

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Clara C.

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E-mailed cake expressions, on a whim. We have orders wedding cakes and cupcakes from here multiple times and they're always beautiful and delicious. Had to review because we had an emergency order for my sisters gender reveal cake. We had originally ordered from sugar, butter,flour in Sunnyvale a week in advance. After the owner confirmed. They ended up canceling on us 2 days later. I sent an email to cake expressions on a last chance miracle that they would be able to make our custom cake with just 4 days notice. Someone called me within 15-20 mins after sending my email saying they can fulfill our order. She stated they were in fact busy, but after reading my email she knew they had to get this done for us. Not only did they have it done in only 4 days it came out beautiful and delicious. 1000% recommend. read more

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I can't believe I haven't shared my incredible experiences with Cake Expression sooner! From my wedding cake to my baby shower cake and cupcakes, every creation from Cake Expression has left me in awe. Not only do their cakes taste absolutely delicious, but each time they've surpassed my expectations in design. The cakes turned out even better than the original design photos I provided--truly a work of art! Our guests were so impressed and we received lots compliments on both occasions. I'm very grateful to Cake Expression for adding such beauty and deliciousness to my special events. Celo, the owner, was an absolute pleasure to work with--accommodating, friendly, and made the entire process a breeze. I've attached photos of the amazing cakes Cake Expression created for us. I highly recommend Cake Expression to anyone in search of a spectacular cake for their special events!! :) read more

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Julia R.

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Thank you to Cero & the Cake Expressions team for making our wedding cake. Our guests said that it was the best cake that they've had & it looked so beautiful. Cero was attentive throughout the whole process and very communicative. We can't wait to come back for more celebratory treats! read more

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Christina R.

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Beautiful cake for our family's baby shower. Came out exactly as I had wished for. I chose the mango cake and absolutely divine. All my guests loved it. Thank you so much! read more

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Sophia M.

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From our first consultation to our wedding day, Haley and Cero were helpful and communicative in bringing my vision to life! The cake was beautiful and tasted great. However, it was a little inconsistent in terms of consistency some tiers were so beautifully moist and perfect, but some other tiers were drier than expected. The team was so flexible in allowing us to customize the flavors that best suited our palate. I loved that each tier of our cake was a different flavor that allowed our guests to enjoy a variety of flavors. A star was knocked off primarily due to communication and consistency. On our wedding day, Cero was the one who delivered the cake; communication between Cero and our coordinator was not very clear in terms of arrival time (due to traffic as our venue was a little out of the way), and things that had to be done after set up were not clearly communicated (cake decoration). Overall, we did have a great experience with Cake Expressions and we will consider their services in the future! read more

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Chrysanna D.

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So pleased with the experience and results from Cake Expressions! The tasting was great; there are so many tasty flavors to try (for free), and we were able to pay a little extra to try some of their specialty flavors. Love that you can order different cake flavors and fillings for each layer! We wanted a more colorful design for our wedding cake, and Haley did a great job working with us to get it just right! Everything was set up by the time we arrived at the venue. It tasted heavenly, as did the cupcakes we ordered to accommodate different dietary needs. Everyone that had some loved it. Thank you Cero and crew! read more

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Look at my beautiful cake!!! Thank you so much Cero and your team for making the perfect wedding cake! I emailed them a few months before my wedding and the owner Cero replied immediately and scheduled a cake tasting for my family since I live out of state. His team served my family and were so patient and kind to them. The staff was amazing and answered all questions they had. They also warned us about teeth staining since that's what black frosting does to you. They suggested that we use fondant so people could peel it off the cake. Day of wedding, they delivered the cake a hour before the ceremony started as requested and set up the cake on the table. Cake was delicious and everyone loved it!! I highly recommend them! The detail of design and size was perfect :) read more

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I can't express my gratitude for Cero and how much I loved his cake/ design and service. It was such a pleasant experience for me especially the first time I ever ordered a customed cake. The wedding cake was very beautiful, moist and very delicious. Our guests were surprised how good it tastes because they thought wedding cakes are normally dry and don't taste good. read more

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2325 De La Cruz Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050
North San Jose
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(408) 295-2253
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http://www.cakeexpressions.com

Hours

What time does Cake Expressions open?

Cake Expressions opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cake Expressions close?

Cake Expressions closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cake Expressions take Bitcoin?

No, Cake Expressions does not take Bitcoin.

Does Cake Expressions take credit cards?

Yes, Cake Expressions takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cake Expressions have catering options?

No, Cake Expressions does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cake Expressions allow dogs?

No, Cake Expressions does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cake Expressions have bike parking?

Yes, Cake Expressions has bike parking.

Does Cake Expressions have parking?

Yes, Cake Expressions has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cake Expressions wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cake Expressions is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

Since 1980, Cake Expressions has been baking and creating delicious and unique celebration cakes for the entire Bay Area. We are all professionals that take pride in creating wedding and celebration cakes that are the highlight of every celebration.

History

Established in 1980.

After working part time at the finest pastry shops in San Francisco in the late 70's. I decided to make baking and cake decorating my career and opened Cake Expressions on my birthday in 1980. Over the years my love of cake decorating has grown, and so has our reputation for delicious cakes and exceptional customer service. I have the pleasure to work with the finest most dedicated professionals and together with our many years of combined experience we can truly offer cakes of exceptional style and taste. Twice honored as Best of the Knot, by BayArea brides. We were the first South Bay bakery to offer private one on one consultations and to add the delicious flavors of Tira Misu and Mango Cream cake to our list of many cake varieties.

Meet the Business Owner: Cero A.

Hello! My name is Cero Anthony. I apprenticed in cake decoration at the Court of Two Sisters in San Francisco and worked with the the world-renowned pastry chef Max Ackerman of Hansel and Gretel in Los Gatos. I started "Cake Express" in 1980, and within two years I was specializing in wedding cakes and changed the name to, "Cake Expressions" to reflect our dedication to excellence and service. Working with so many wonderful brides and grooms and staying current and up to date with the many new styles and trends is what continues to make my work so rewarding.

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Croissante

The croissants were great! We had 3 types as well as some bread! Service was good. It's was some…read morewhat busy kind of loud. We got our food to g

You are getting to go to the left. Super easy to see which way you should go because your eyes are…read moreimmediately drawn to all the pastries. Beautiful, flaky, sweet and savory; there are so many delicious options. Gourmet pastries with gourmet coffee equals perfection. Best way to start the morning. I love that. You can actually see them fresh baking pastries while you're sitting. We didn't go overly sweet because it was the morning, but I would love to come back in the afternoon to have a nice sweet treat and a cappuccino. For my family of three we definitely got over excited in order too much, but each bite was delicious. We got a leek quiche, a banana latte, spinach, artichoke danish, mango croissant, almond croissant, and a ham and cheese croissant. I was trying to increase the protein to not spike my blood sugar. Lol. I'd have to say the mango and the almond croissant were probably my favorite. The strong second would definitely be the artichoke and spinach croissant danish thing. Sorry, I forgot what they called it. They offered to heat it up a bit and I definitely recommend this. They did the perfect temperature for the perfect timing. Just enough to make the outside flaky and the inside warm and soft. The pieces that had cheeses were so much better warmed up. They definitely know what they're doing there. Seating was great. I'd love the decor. You can also order off of a menu, but we were too enamored with the actual pastries to even glance at it. I took photos but made sure to not take photos of the staff. I let the staff know that I wouldn't include their faces without their permission. they were very friendly and very appreciative. My family loved your little shop and we will definitely be back when we're in the area.

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Indoor dining option

French onion soup- too salty

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French Toast

Choc Cookies

These are some of the best cookies I have ever had in my life! We needed to place a large order for…read morework, so a colleague and I came by to test them out first. The aroma of fresh baked cookies hits you as soon as you open the door, it's it's over. Give me all the cookies. Now normally, I would only order chocolate anything but decided to try ube. This cookie was everything, slightly crusty outside and soft interior. We then placed an order by contacting them via email and the process was super easy. We asked for them to be individually wrapped, which they did. Cookies were delivered on time & we're still warm. Everyone loved them. Can't wait to order again!

I have a huge sweet tooth. We were in Santa Clara recently and I wanted to try some popular…read morecookies in the area. We arrived at Choc Cookies on a Tuesday early evening. The bake shop is located in a small older plaza off El Camino Real in Santa Clara. There is limited parking in the small parking lot out front. The bake shop is small, clean, with simple black wall decor. When you walk in there is an oven area to your left and the cashier is in-front of a small counter straight ahead. All orders are to go as there are no tables or chairs inside. We ordered their popular $10.00 Tuesday special which includes 4 chocolate chip cookies. The cookies were huge and plump in the center. They were soft, chewy, and delicious. The center was gooey with plenty of big chucks of chocolate. Overall we enjoyed our experience at Choc Cookies. The staff were nice and helpful. The cozy environment was family friendly. Thier $10.00 Tuesday special is a great value. I definitely want to come back to try the other cookie flavors.

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Perfectly baked - nice crust, not too fudgy not too cakey, perfect melt on the choc chips.

Soft, thick, gooey and loaded with chocolate :)

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Tous Les Jours

I stopped here for a quick coffee and a treat after trying to go to the new Yemeni Cafe which was…read moretoo packed to visit. I got the caramel macchiato. It was yummy! The spinach feta danish. Loved it! Got a matcha donut thing which was in a sleeve... it had so much filling... it was way too much for me. I think the last thing I got was some garlic cheese croissant. That was delicious. Too heavy for me. They had sample cake slices at the counter! I tried the cake and it was also delicious. One con: the service... the guy that took my order seemed so harsh.... Like I was interrupting him and should hurry up and finish ordering. I didn't take long or anything. Just an unfriendly tone. But service was quick and I was satisfied with what I got. (I didn't eat all that in one sitting. I got a few of them to go because they looked too good to not try)

If you're looking for a café that's full of energy, delicious pastries, and perfectly crafted…read moredrinks, Tous Les Jours in Santa Clara is an absolute delight! I had such a fun time exploring their bakery and café offerings. It's the kind of place where everything looks too good to pass up. I started with a Cappuccino 16oz (creamy, rich, and the perfect morning pick-me-up) and a Caramel Macchiato 16oz with oat milk for a smooth, slightly sweet twist. The pastries were next-level: the Mango Cream Donut was light, fluffy, and bursting with fruity goodness, and the Guava Danish was perfectly flaky and sweet with just the right hint of tropical flavor. *Tina's Tips: - Grab a tray, tongs, and parchment paper to make picking your pastries fun and easy. - Add all the pastries you want and checkout at the counter. - If you buy a cake, ask them to hold it while you enjoy your coffee and treats in the café. It's a nice little bonus! Just come here with your friends or yourself! Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee with people, indulging in pastries with company, or even just treating yourself, Tous Les Jours makes every visit feel like a little celebration.

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Grand Opening

Small Latte made with 1.5 shot Illy beans, Berkeley Farm milk

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Grand Opening Special Gift w purchase

Marvel Cake

My wife mentioned this place since she sees it on her IG account so we decided to try it this…read moreFriday!! It is located next to the grocery store Nobhill and there are quick 20min parking in front of the store. We were greeted right when we entered the door and looked at the delicious treats to eat. There is the main seating area and another area in the back to sit down along with sitting outside. It felt upscale and nice. The sign in front of the store had some drink specials and I got a strawberry/matcha drink I think it was called Rose. I asked what was good here and the cashier said the mini almond pastries and other treats in the front. The mini almond pastry was really good and also got a crème brûlée which was really good as well. I would come back again and try their hot teas next time. Delicious treats. Good upscale vice a nice place to catch up with friends!!!

Came by for some baked goods the other day and it was a decent experience. Parking was available in…read morethe private strip mall. Staff behind the counter were courteous. Ordered a chocolate hazelnut dessert and it was tasty and very good. Most importantly, it wasn't too sweet. It was on the pricier side at $10+ each.

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The most delectable chocolate cake with bavarian cream filling. Love it to slices!

Pistachio spiral croissant

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Pistachio Spiral Crossiant

whaT’s More cake studio

4.4

(234 reviews)

3.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

I had ordered my dad's birthday cake from here back in 2024 (salted yolk/pork sung/matcha mix…read morecake), and it was absolutely delicious! This time I decided to stop by here after dinner, my first time sitting down here and ordering. The inside is very clean, modern, and Pinterest-like. They added more decorations and seating from 2 years ago, making the inside more aesthetic. whaT's More always has unique Asian flavors, like durian, earl grey, pandan, red bean, and oolong. The cakes are not too sweet, so definitely Asian parent approved haha! Unfortunately, when we came around 6:30pm, they were sold out of most flavors - so would definitely recommend coming earlier or just ordering online earlier in the morning for pickup. We got the sesame dark chocolate crepe cake. When you eat in the store, the owner provides you with free cups of tea, which are really great for washing down the cake. The chocolate was super rich, and they did not skimp out on the flavor - super chocolatey. The sesame added such a fun earthy and nutty flavor - I thoroughly enjoyed it! The cake is on the slightly denser side, so was super filling. While on the pricier side, the flavors are super unique and the craft that goes into crepe cakes is commendable. I will be ordering my next cake from here again!

After randomly browsing Yelp and found this place, we happened to be nearby and I decided on an…read moreimpromptu visit on a Saturday afternoon. The place was situated in a quiet plaza just outside of Lawrence Expressway. There's ample parking but it doesn't feel like the location is suitable for a cafe where you can picture sitting inside looking through some big windows facing a busy pedestrian walkway. However, once I stepped inside, I was surprised at how zen and peaceful the decorations were and how fitting it was for a cozy and quiet cafe hangout. The cake shelf was surprisingly busy. And this is where I took one star out because the lines were confusing and the staff skipped me to talk to the group behind me while I was clearly the next to be helped. Luckily another staff member came out from the back kitchen and jumped in to help. The staff spoke fluent mandarin. I was interested in their box cakes. A few of the yelpers raved about their soy milk cake and luckily they had one out for sampling. It was covered with lots of cream and the cake layer was soft and moist, but it was still slightly too sweet for me and I felt that it lacked the tofu kind of soy flavor. Then, I spotted on their menu that they have a black sesame matcha box cake, and black sesame is always my favorite, so I asked for it. They had the last one left! The staff said she had never tried it so she couldn't tell me if it is less sweet than the soy milk cake. Since it was the last one available and I already sampled the soy cake, I decided to give it a try. I am happy that I did. The cake was filled with matcha mousse and tasted light and aromatic with the jasmine kind of matcha flavor. It is definitely less sweet. Unfortunately, it doesn't have as much black sesame as I'd like. But overall, the cake flavor is the kind that I like, subtle, moist, and not too sweet. $38 for a box cake of 4x4 is a bit pricey, but I'm glad that I gave it a try. The cakes were freshly made and tasted best the same day of purchase. They also recommend refrigerating the cake and consuming it within a day or two.

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Strawberry Boxed Cake

Strawberry Molten Cake

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Strawberry Crepe cake

La Patisserie

La Patisserie has been my family's go-to bakery for special occasions and everyday treats for…read moreyears. Their burnt almond cake runs through our veins and is truly a family favorite. When we've brought it to social gatherings in the past, it's also always a hit. Their other desserts, like their lemon bars, french napoleon, and turtle cheesecake, are also major hits. So when it was time for my wedding, I knew I had to get my cake from them! It was a wonderful experience from start to finish. They offer cake tasting boxes that include their most popular flavors. However, we had a specific taste profile in mind and asked if they could custom make the samples for us - they said yes without hesitation and didn't charge us extra! The samples were delicious and the pickup process was easy. We went with a ribbon cake (chocolate and vanilla) with fresh strawberries, whipped cream filling, and vanilla buttercream frosting. I also had a very specific vision for my wedding cake - I wanted a detailed three-tier cake with buttercream vintage flowers. We also ordered a plain sheet cake with the same flavors to ensure that we had enough slices for our guests. I worked with Fariba during the ordering process and they were great. I am truly still SHOCKED at how beautiful the cake was and how it matched the inspo photo perfectly. It was a showstopper and extremely delicious. See the photo for details! We got the cake topper from etsy :)

I came here on Mother's Day 2026 with family, and this wasn't my first visit. Overall, I think this…read moreis a nice little pastry and dessert shop with a good variety of treats. This time I tried the lemon tart, chocolate-covered strawberries, a macaron, and a lemon cake that was recommended to me. The lemon tart wasn't my favorite. It was a little too tart for my taste. I like lemon desserts, but this one had a very strong lemon punch and could have used a little more sweetness. The lemon cake, on the other hand, was really good. It had a refreshing lemon filling inside that wasn't overpowering, and I would definitely order that again. My niece loved the chocolate-covered strawberries, and my daughter enjoyed the macaron. The shop has a nice atmosphere, and it's a great place to stop when you're craving something sweet. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other pastries and desserts. Service was also excellent.

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I ordered the cake last minute, and they were able to deliver what we wanted.

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Le Désir - White sponge cake layered with chocolate, topped with caramel and glazed with cinnamon.

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I just want to share how satisfied and happy we are with the crepe cake I purchased for my husband…read more It was absolutely perfect! The design was so classy, elegant, and truly above my expectations. You can really see the care and creativity that went into making it. My husband was so happy when he saw it, and it made the celebration even more special for us. I also want to give a special thanks to the manager at the San Jose location. When I mentioned that we would be traveling in the car for about 7 hours, they were so kind and helpful in giving us options to make sure the cake would stay perfect during the trip. Their suggestion worked so well! Overall, I am beyond satisfied with both the cake and the wonderful customer service. Highly recommend! Thank you for making our celebration extra special.

I was craving crepe cake so I found this place. It's kind of at a weird location. It's pickup only…read moreso I ordered the tiramisu crepe cake, and they got it to me really quick when I arrived. There's no where to dine in so you take it and leave. I didn't enjoy the tiramisu crepe cake. I think it was a little too mushy for me. It didn't have the mascarpone flavor of tiramisu. It was also very very expensive. I'd recommend going to Lady M in Valley Fair for better crepe cakes.

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Durian (Musang King) Mille Crpes - 1 Slice

Matcha Mille Crpes - 1 Slice

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Hokkaido Milk Mille Crepe Cake Slice

Baker's Village

1484 Halford Ave Santa Clara, CA 95051…read more This was my first visit to Baker's Village in Santa Clara. It was a warm day, and I was drawn to this bakery by their fruit smoothies. It was near 5pm. I walked in and the place was empty. The gentleman behind the counter greeted me. I asked for a strawberry smoothie, then walked around to survey all the baked goods. It's a small bakery with lots of trays of individually packaged cakes and pastries. The smell was very pleasant and comforting. Using a flat basket (or tray) I grabbed a few selections. I picked 2 "Heart Pies" that resembled my favorite French Butterfly Cookies. Also 2 pound cakes. The total rang up to just over $21. There's some small tables for enjoying your purchases there, but I took my items to go. The icy cold fruit smoothie was very good and very cold! Not too sweet, it had a natural strawberry taste. The Heart Pies were good and fresh. But the Pound Cakes were probably "day old." I noticed there's no dates or "best by" tags on the packages. It's a nice place to visit, and I will return again. Free parking in plaza lot.

Thanks to my recent introduction to "Too Good To Go" app, I pleasantly discovered Korean baked…read moregoods at Baker's Village. Wisely, I checked Yelp reviews first because some deals can be too good to be true. It's hidden gem off El Camino and near Lawrence Expressway where those that know good Korean baking have this spot on their short list of preferred places. I arrived a few minutes before my scheduled pick up time and Korean grandma behind the counter was super pro, teaching me how to confirm check in and gave me a mixed bag of baked goods with/without fillings. If you like surprises, are omnivore & no special diets or food allergies, Too Good To Go is the way to explore. The items were in generic packaging without labels, so take a pic of the items you like so can order when visit next time. While my family enjoyed all the items, I really enjoyed the black sesame studded puffy rolls that I think were made with rice flour. There was a large group of older Asian ladies, including one who brought their lap dog, enjoying good conversations in their native language with their baked goods and tea or coffee. Another gentleman was taking a video call to help decide the best cake to buy. Will add this bake shop for a place to have a coffee meeting and to favorite in Too Good To Go.

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The seasame bread, without sugar. taste like muaji

Inside of the seasame bread (i hope sb will upload a prettier picture)

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Most breads are individually packaged. very hygenic :)

Portuguese Tasty Desserts

Grateful for this amazing neighborhood bakery & the delicious food they produce!…read more * Small bakery on El Camino (plenty of nearby street parking) with fantastic flavors. * Operated by the sweetest Portuguese couple who are there diligently every Tuesday- Sat * The shop can only comfortably fit 2 customers, but the queue moves very quickly & you can take your treats to go or sit at their outdoor tables Tip: 1. Try the sweet bread - so light, airy, mildly sweet, & delicious with coffee; 2. Grab yourself a pastel de nata - they are delectable! 120% recommend and will continue to visit!

This is a really small bakery packed with a lot of Portuguese goodies! The lady in front also…read moreoffered us brewed black coffee and a sample of their sweet bread. What we bought: - Portuguese Egg Tart: This has a subtle sweetness. The filling is dense and creamy, with a flaky buttery crust. Very yummy. - Malasada: There were plentiful filling flavors and we chose passionfruit. This was my first time trying, so the texture/dough inside was interesting! The passionfruit filling was delicious and tart.

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Sweet bread

Egg tart was deflated(?)

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Lunch special

Bakenstein

4.9

(52 reviews)

1.2 mi

Great service even better cookies, so delicious. Highly recommend…read more Ordering was easy - just use the website provided & they give you an eta of when to arrive & your cookies are fresh when you receive them

Too late, the secret is out! The descriptions are all true so I'll just say: you can taste the top…read morenotch ingredients, they're experimenting/added two new flavors (strawberry chocolate chip and cookies n cream), and their hours have shifted (from munchie late night college student hours to "workday" hours, 5-11p). I was there the day they popped up on DoorDash for the first time, and one day after having tried all the other local cookie spots I gave it a go. Same strange funny sensation of creeping up on a drug deal in the night but it's all above board. Nothing more amusing than standing there at 11 pm in the dark waiting for cookies when 2 tech bros roll up in their little vests chatting about work to sidle up and order for THEIR first time. Now, a year later, everyone knows about the yum, they've got a webstore, do catering, have quit DoorDash, and cookies are selling out! Looks like they're taking off and this is good! Bills paid in the Bay! Maybe we'll get them enough revenue to introduce loyalty points and get a storefront to keep up with demand. But let's hope it doesn't get too big, there's something magical about these homey cookies made with love.

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Corporate catering with labels.

Monster Chocolate Chip Cookie

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Monster Snickerdoodle

Academic Coffee

Cute little coffee spot infront of valley fair! I love love their matcha it tastes so good and not…read moreoverly sweet. It's small but there inside and outside seating if you want to study or do work. Ive gotten it with oat milk so my drink comes out to be 8.50. It's definitely on the pricier side. Also parking can be tricky since they have limited spots behind the shop. I would recommend parking on the street or crossing over from valley fair!

Street parking only. Small - cozy seating inside, they have…read moreseating outside as well (no tables) Not great for groups in my opinion. But the inside was actually pretty quiet. I ordered the Banana Matcha. The soft top with bread crumbs is the star. The matcha itself was okay but mixed with the top, it really pulled it together. The size is perfect. I had a 10 minute walk back to my hotel and still had half left. There was a few people ahead of me and I spent 10 minutes IF THAT waiting. So id say fast service. If im ever back in the area id try their lattes. Get there early if you want pastries. Its located on the corner of a busy street so try to turn into the closest side street. Its downtown so there's a lot of one-way turns

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Small interior, very limited indoor seating, but lots of outdoor seating. Great for pups!

Dirty Chai & Melon Matcha

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Indoor seating area with a lot of nice natural light and views to the park beside the shop

Molly Tea

So happy there's a Molly tea in Santa Clara with lots of parking and cute outdoor siting area. I…read morealways get the white champaca with oat milk and it's so good! Friendly staff and quick service.

The tea is good, but a lot of the drinks taste pretty similar to the average person. I can…read moredefinitely see why tea enthusiasts love this place though since the drinks are tea-forward with delicate floral notes, and the quality is evident. However, if you're not familiar with different types of tea, it can be a bit overwhelming since the flavors are subtle, and it's hard to tell the difference between many of the options. The service is average. I've been here a handful of times, and while no one has gone above and beyond, I've also never had a bad experience. Ordering through the kiosk is encouraged, so your only interaction with the staff is usually when you pick up your drink. The interior is modern and clean. However, there isn't much seating for a drink shop. I've also noticed that every time I visit, I'm constantly weaving around or bumping into other customers while trying to get from one area to another. The layout can feel a bit cramped, especially during busy hours.

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Premium jasmine matcha

Jasmine matcha

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Pistachio Jasmine coconut

Croissante

The croissants were great! We had 3 types as well as some bread! Service was good. It's was some…read morewhat busy kind of loud. We got our food to g

You are getting to go to the left. Super easy to see which way you should go because your eyes are…read moreimmediately drawn to all the pastries. Beautiful, flaky, sweet and savory; there are so many delicious options. Gourmet pastries with gourmet coffee equals perfection. Best way to start the morning. I love that. You can actually see them fresh baking pastries while you're sitting. We didn't go overly sweet because it was the morning, but I would love to come back in the afternoon to have a nice sweet treat and a cappuccino. For my family of three we definitely got over excited in order too much, but each bite was delicious. We got a leek quiche, a banana latte, spinach, artichoke danish, mango croissant, almond croissant, and a ham and cheese croissant. I was trying to increase the protein to not spike my blood sugar. Lol. I'd have to say the mango and the almond croissant were probably my favorite. The strong second would definitely be the artichoke and spinach croissant danish thing. Sorry, I forgot what they called it. They offered to heat it up a bit and I definitely recommend this. They did the perfect temperature for the perfect timing. Just enough to make the outside flaky and the inside warm and soft. The pieces that had cheeses were so much better warmed up. They definitely know what they're doing there. Seating was great. I'd love the decor. You can also order off of a menu, but we were too enamored with the actual pastries to even glance at it. I took photos but made sure to not take photos of the staff. I let the staff know that I wouldn't include their faces without their permission. they were very friendly and very appreciative. My family loved your little shop and we will definitely be back when we're in the area.

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Indoor dining option

French onion soup- too salty

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French Toast

Sulbing

I was super excited to visit Sulbing as this was my first time trying bingsoo! We initially went…read morelast night only to find out they stop taking orders at 9:15 pm so keep that in mind. We ended up going again the next day to try it. We ordered the Premium Strawberry Sulbing and the Mozzarella Injeolmi Toast. The bingsoo was delicious and not too sweet, loaded with fresh strawberries and a big cheesecake wedge. It's especially great for a hot summer day. The portion size was good to share between two people. The toast was yummy but does have a sweeter taste profile due to the honey drizzle on top. Overall a great experience! We'll definitely be coming back!

Sulbing is a Korean dessert café best known for bingsu, a shaved ice dessert made with an…read moreincredibly fine texture that feels closer to snow than traditional shaved ice. We walked into a clean, modern space with a casual café feel that works well for stopping by after a meal or meeting up with friends for something sweet. The shop focuses on creative variations of bingsu with toppings ranging from fruit to chocolate, matcha, and other dessert-inspired flavors, and the layout encourages lingering over a shared dessert rather than rushing through a quick stop. The biggest highlight is the texture of the shaved ice itself. The ice is extremely soft and light, melting quickly while still holding the flavors from the toppings and condensed milk. We ordered the Injeolmi Sulbing, which showcases the more traditional side with nutty flavors, and the combination of the fine ice, chewy rice cake, and nutty powder created a dessert that felt both refreshing and satisfying. The Tiramisu and Chocolate Brownie Sulbing turn it into a much more indulgent experience, with richer flavors that feel closer to a full dessert than a light treat. The presentation is impressive, with each bowl arriving looking carefully composed, and the layers of toppings are distributed well enough that you get a good mix in every spoonful. The portions are also a major part of the appeal. A single bingsu is easily shareable, making it a good choice for groups or anyone looking for a dessert to split after a meal. We found that sharing worked well, as the portion was generous enough to satisfy two people without feeling like we were missing out. Beyond bingsu, they also offer items like toast and other sweet treats, which give the menu more variety and make it a place you can visit even if you are not in the mood for shaved ice. The main thing to keep in mind is that the experience depends heavily on the flavor you choose. Some versions rely more on the toppings for their flavor, while others feel more balanced throughout. The presentation is impressive, but certain options may feel less satisfying if you expect every bite to have the same intensity as the first. The fruit-based versions, for example, rely on the freshness of the fruit to carry the dessert, while the chocolate and tiramisu versions have a more consistent richness from the base itself. Sulbing is a great spot for trying Korean-style shaved ice. The unique texture, large portions, and variety of flavors make it stand out from typical dessert shops, especially if you enjoy lighter desserts with creative toppings. The balance of refreshing and indulgent options across the menu gives you room to explore different styles on repeat visits, and the quality of the ingredients makes each bowl feel considered and well composed.

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Mango cheese sulbing

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Mochi Toast

Rocko's Ice Cream Tacos

Women-owned & operated

Eco-friendly

They have a good variety of ice cream flavors to choose from! I believe they use Straus as their…read morebase so the quality is there. I chose to do a DIY regular taco with s'mores ice cream, peanut butter dip, and oreo toppings. The flavors mixed so well together! None of it was overpowering the other, so you're able to enjoy each bite and not feel overloaded by the end. They freeze dry the taco as well so it doesn't melt right away once it hits your hands. This is the perfect place to grab a sweet treat on any occasion! BIG heads up though, it can get extremely busy especially on a weekend (was here on a Sunday evening). I think we went on a day where they might've been short a few people, but we did wait over an hour for our order. From my observations there is a process for the tacos. They have to mold the ice cream in, then keep it in the freezer for a few minutes for it to hold its shape, and customize it after. If you're willing to wait that long for ice cream then I'd say this place is definitely worth it.

This review is not for the ice cream itself, because it is delicious. It is for the ordering…read moreprocess. After three attempts the place an order online (over the course of a week), with zero response, AND leaving a message on the catering voicemail, I went back to the website and found an email address for Lori. While she was responsive, it was a frustrating element while planning for an event. I even tried calling the store multiple times, which was never answered, and the voicemail suggests not to leave a message because it's rarely checked. (The store doesn't open until 5:45pm) There is no way to talk to a live person. While we ended up using the pickup option, I was surprised to be told that they do not sell or supply dry ice, even though it is listed on their website that it is used for deliveries. Everyone at my event loved the ice cream tacos, but I was disappointed that was such a hassle to set up.

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Ice cream tacos

Regular size split taco (mint chip + cookies n cream) dipped in milk choco & sprinkles + almonds

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The OG Taco: Vanilla w/ milk chocolate, almonds | $6

Matcha Cafe Maiko

The ice cream and drinks are really delicious. The employees are nice and patient and it's right…read morenext to Popmart which is a bonus lol. I'd definitely get more so that I can try all the flavors eventually.

This place is one of the best spots for matcha, especially if you love hojicha. I think their…read morematcha is among the best I've had compared to other matcha shops. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. The service was quite slow, and the staff seemed unsure of how to prepare the drinks. I paid around $10 for a float with extra toppings, but the drink itself was barely filled. Instead, the cup was packed with toppings and a large amount of soft serve, leaving very little actual drink. I probably should have just ordered the soft serve instead.

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Matcha Latte Float

Clockwise from left: 2X Lychee-Yuzu Mix Soft-Serve, Matcha Soft-Serve, Adzuki Sundae

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Matcha latte

MoDo Hawaii

Ok to preface; I am easy to please and LOVE donuts. I would always go to Mitsuwa when Modo Hawaii…read morehad a "pop" up and my go-to was ALWAYS the cookies and cream donut. I am so glad they have their own shop now!!! Did you know the shop also has poke???! Yum!! I was able to meet my protein goal for the day by getting half pound of spicy tuna and ONE cookies and cream donut (hey, it was cheat day). They make their donuts FRESH AND HOT; so it will be 1000% delish.

Preordered and picked up around 9:15AM. The donuts were still warm, so the icing was still wet…read more Donuts were a nice a chewy, albeit a tiny bit sweet. I also ordered a matcha latte, which had a good matcha taste but was a little grainy and had a little bit too much ice. Overall, yummy food and would order again!

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Crepes Bistro

I genuinely love the food here. I've been coming for the past 5 years and it's always amazing &…read moreeverything usually goes without a hitch. Today, though, one of my crepes was undercooked (basically a little raw) and the other was overcooked. I went to tell the cashier and asked if they could remake the undercooked one. She was so nice and immediately said yes, but when she went to talk to the kitchen, the staff back there resisted. They came up to me and claimed nothing was wrong with it, saying "that's just how the batter looks." She fought me on the quite hard. Eventually, she agreed to remake it, but when it was brought back to the table, a passive agressive comment was made about how if it was cooked anymore it would be burnt. Which is ridiculous, considering our other crepe was clearly toasted a little too much! Afterward, that same nice girl (don't have her name is she is blonde) from the front came over to the table to check on me again and genuinely apologized for everything that happened with the kitchen. I know mistakes happen, things get busy, and maybe they were rushing to get food out. But please just recognize when a mistake is made instead of trying to convince someone they're imagining things when the food is clearly undercooked. The remade crepe came back looking perfect and tasting delicious. I wanted to give this 3 stars for the the attitude, but my love for the food and that incredibly sweet girl at the front kept it at a 4.

Craving something sweet and came across this hidden gem in Santa Clara. There's street parking out…read morefront plus additional parking in the back, which made it super convenient. The shop itself had a clean, cozy atmosphere with artwork displayed throughout the seating area, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. We ordered the Sweet Works crepe with strawberry, banana, sweet cream, and Nutella, along with an iced hazelnut coffee. The crepe was loaded with fresh fruit and perfectly balanced with the sweet cream and chocolate drizzle without being overly heavy. The crepe itself was soft, thin, and freshly made with just the right texture. The iced hazelnut coffee paired really well with the dessert -- smooth, refreshing, and not too sweet. Definitely a nice spot to satisfy a sweet craving, relax for a bit, and enjoy a dessert and coffee combo.

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Mark A.

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18 years ago

My finacee and I have been doing a lot of cake shopping and have been to a lot of the south bay wedding cake shops and none even came close the the wonderful service and delicious cake we had here. The lady that helped us really helped us work through our ideas and designs, We had seen Cero and his cakes featured on TV, and he also sat down and helped with some design suggestions. We choose 3 different flavors for the three layers of our cake. The burnt almond, chocolate raspberry, and red velvet were all moist and full flavor. And they are going to trade a free 1st anniversary cake for a photo of our wedding cake. My brothers wife and her family had recommended we try them, her mother used them for her 25th, 40th and 50th wedding anniversaries, and she had gotten her wedding cake and all her kids birthday cakes from them and we can understand why. They love what they do and it shows. We had thought they were a bit pricey but not after shopping around and getting some other quotes. It did take a little phone tag to set up our tasting appointment but they were really quick at returning emails. They made the wedding cake the best part of our wedding planning. read more

Julie J.

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4

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19 years ago

We went here for a wedding cake tasting.. prior to going, I asked about cake prices.. apparently, I didn't ask enough questions because there were so many extra fees, e.g., $150 for our simple design of hat boxes, $150 to cover the cake with white chocolate fondant, and $90 set up and delivery charge (to San Francisco).. anyhow, all in all, our specialty cake request would have been over $1200 for our 150 person, 3-tier cake. The cakes we tried were okay.. I liked the cheesecake the best.. the others were a little too sweet for us.. read more

Jasmine H.

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7

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1 month ago

Visited Cake Expression recently and had an okay experience. The cakes were nicely presented and the selection was good, but the flavor didn't quite stand out as much as I expected. It was decent overall, just not particularly memorable. The service was fine and the shop was clean and welcoming. Not a bad place for dessert, but there are a few things that could be improved to make the experience more enjoyable. Would consider giving it another try in the future. read more

Sally S.

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18 years ago

We wanted to order a special cake for my daughters birthday. A friend from work had recommend Cake Expressions. The lady who helped us had some great ideas. They had a lot of choices too - we sampled about 8 slices of cake. When we went in to pick up the cake it was beautiful. The design far exceeded our expectations. If you have a special occasion or just have a sweet tooth, I would highly recommend Cake Expressions. read more

Srinivas R.

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4 years ago

We ordered a cake for an corporate event. Prepared exactly as requested in just two days. 1. Excellent service 2. Amazing craftmanship 3. Superb professionalism 4. Truly delicious I will certainly recommend this place for my friends, family and colleagues. Thank you so much Cero, Haley and Team !! read more

Rohan P.

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3 years ago

Cake Expressions supplied a 2-tier red velvet naked-design cake for our wedding reception. They were responsive over email and call, and delivered the cake on time. The cake looked beautiful and tasted even better. No hassles, no issues. Would gladly recommend to anyone looking for a lovely event cake! read more

Mina B.

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2 years ago

Cake Expression exceeded my expectations for our wedding cake! From the delightful cake tasting to the final masterpiece, they listened attentively to our requests and flawlessly brought my vision to life. The cake was not only visually stunning but also delicious. read more

Rocio M.

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10

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1 year ago

I came a couple months ago here for a cake for my son and it was really good they did a great job thank you

Junior A.

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12 years ago

Nice people! Awesome designs! If you think it they can build it we can eat it!!! Awesomeness!!!

Gouri A.

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12 years ago

They did an amazing job with our son's birthday cake.

Wendy C.

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15 years ago

A great place with fabulous cakes.

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