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    Cupcake Cove

    3.6 (93 reviews)
    ModerateCupcakes, Desserts
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    a dozen cupcakes in a box
    Jeff W.

    Show Cupcake Cove some love if you're in downtown Oakland! Stop by this quaint shop during the day and get some cupcakes. They've made it through the pandemic (unfortunately only as a staff of one) and it smells wonderful when you walk by in the mornings. I purchased a bunch of cupcakes towards the end of the day on Thursday and everything was still fresh. Took them home and all of the cupcakes were gone by Saturday morning. Glad to have stumbled across Cupcake Cove when they were open, as I am typically not in the area in the late afternoons!

    a variety of cupcakes in a box
    Lila L.

    Absolutely delicious! I recently tried the pineapple cupcakes and they are a dream. A must visit if you are ever in Oakland.

    Cup cakes
    Derrion W.

    The treat is AMAZING, you can definitely taste the 12 year experience in the cupcake! Dude at counter was nice and the environment that the store is in very welcoming. Since I'll never get used to how expensive things are in California 4.8/5

    Cris I.

    Located right next to the water fountain in Oakland city Center. This small shop sells cupcakes and macarons. I do understand that cupcake sells at $3 a piece which to some people seems expensive. However, I have seen reviews posted in 2012 stating that $3 was the price back then. After 6 years amidst inflation and higher prices of commodities, the prize remained the same and yet, people still complain. Oh well, you can't simply please everyone. I dropped by on a Tuesday when the store fortunately offers $2 deal on cupcakes. However by the time I came in, there's only a few cupcakes left. Not really a big surprise whenever there's a special sale. I decided on a chocolate cupcake with peanut butter frosting. The cupcake was moist and the right amount of sweetness. The frosting was creamy and very rich in peanut butter flavor. I really loved it. I'll be back to try other flavors when I'm in the area.

    Pb Choco
    Sofia R.

    Great cupcake spot for your cupcake needs! Sometimes you need a mid-day pick-me-up and this is a great place to go for it. My work always gets cupcakes from here because of the convenience and overall appreciation for the cupcakes themselves. I went here recently and ordered some for my team. When you order 5, you get 1 for free! From what I've tried: -PB Chocolate: Great, decadent and comforting. My favorite of the bunch. I don't typically like to eat all of the frostings on a cupcake but will devour this one. -Chocolate Mint: My second favorite of the bunch, mostly because I love mint chocolate. -Chocolate Strawberry: Good! There are strawberry chunks in the frosting which is nice. Overall a good choice. Overall, solid spot. Not necessarily best cupcakes I've ever had, but still good and very convenient location.

    Salted Caramel Cupcake
    Sarah F.

    I've had these cupcakes on multiple occasions over the last few years (birthdays, work parties, etc.) and have never been disappointed with the quality of the cakes. Salted caramel is my favorite! Very friendly. Shop is clean and orderly. Went today for an afternoon pick-me-up

    Great variety. The location is great for downtowners.  No parking though so that's a minus but very clean.
    David C.

    Very impressed by this business. The service in the phone is ON FLEEK. Girl was very helpful, professional, knowledgeable and easy to understand. Not to mention that they turned around A big order with only 55 minutes advance. They do have a wide variety of cupcakes. And while the service and quality are great, the taste is just good. The cupcakes satisfied my need but did not wow me. The location is great for downtowners. No parking though so that's a minus but very clean.

    Chocolate mint cupcake 3.25.

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    12 years ago

    There is no better place to get a Red Velvet cupcake than Cupcake Cove. They have friendly staff as well.

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    Delicious cupcakes. They are a little pricey, but good quality. Offered in a variety of flavors.

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    14 years ago

    Love this place but I swear I think the cupcakes here are smaller than the first location in SF!!

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    11 years ago

    Tiny store tiny selection. $2 Tuesday Cupcakes taste stale but I'll be back for the macaroons!

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    Cupcakin' Bake Shop

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    4.7
    (353 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    This place has unique, outstanding cupcakes like you won't find anywhere else. We got these as a…read morebirthday gift and they were an automatic "wow!" Beautifully presented and taste to match. At $4.75 each or $54/dozen for standard size cupcakes, the price is a bit steep, but these also aren't just your regular supermarket cupcakes. They taste amazing, are beautifully presented, many are even filled, and you can tell they use high quality ingredients. They make the perfect gift for a special occasion. I'm a baker and am a bit of a cake snob. I've eaten some beautiful cupcakes and found the taste doesn't always match the look- but that's not the case here. Flavors are on point, frosting is delicious and cake is light and airy. Many of the cupcakes are even filled. I can see why the key lime pie one is a favorite- I think I like it better than the pie version! The frosting tastes like cheesecake and it even has the classic pie crust on bottom. The crème brûlée cupcakes were unique and a standout also. They also have a gluten free option and a couple vegan options. I ordered online and it was quick and easy to pick up towards the back of Swan's Market. Staff was quick & friendly. There aren't many places around to buy a good cupcake, and none quite like these. I highly recommend them and will be a repeat customer.

    These are easily some of the best cupcakes around. This one is located at Swans Market & they are…read moreaddictive! My favorite is definitely the Key lime cupcake. They are all good, but melons is my favorite by far. There is usually always a line, but they don't run out somehow. If you love cupcakes and haven't tried these trust me you need to! Cheers to the Cup of cakes here!

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    Our wedding cake!   Top tier: carrot cake  Bottom tier: vanilla salted caramel
    Our wedding cake! Top tier: carrot cake Bottom tier: vanilla salted caramel
    Now usually, the caramel drizzle is on the outside, but they were able to add the caramel inside within the layer of the cake
    Now usually, the caramel drizzle is on the outside, but they were able to add the caramel inside within the layer of the cake
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    Full Belly Bakery

    Full Belly Bakery

    4.6
    (89 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    I live in this neighborhood so I can get to Full Belly Bakery within a 15 minute walk. There are a…read morebunch of different bakery options in the area, this place is added to the mix. They're in a location that used to be a Subway. I've only have their cookies, I'm a sucker for good cookies. I particularly recommend their Peanut Butter Miso (a flavor I don't think you can get at a lot of places, sweet savory), and Ginger Molasses. I've also been supporting them because they're part of the Rewards Network Dining. I subscribe to the program to get Alaska/Atmos points on qualified dining, and I'm trying to get as many points as I can, so dining with restaurants as part of that program is helpful. You can order full cakes as well as they have slices avaialble for purchase. I got a tiramisu slice for my mom, which she said she liked. Good addiiton to the neighorhood.

    I'm a total cake lover, so I was excited to try Full Belly bakery. I was surprised to see that it…read morewas not a full service bakery, and there was no inside seating. Their primary focus appears to be on their special order cakes-which look amazing. The woman at the counter was friendly and helpful. After asking a few questions, I decided on the Passion Coco cake($5) and the Brown Sugar Pecan scone ($3.50). I enjoyed the Passion Coco cake slice. The coconut, passion fruit, and strawberry flavors worked well together, although the passion fruit flavor was very subtle. The sponge was cake moist, and the butter cream was spot on with its melt-in-your-mouth creamy texture. The Brown Sugar Pecan scone was good, but it had more of a dense muffin texture than a traditional scone, and the flavors were a bit muted. They did not skimp on the pecans though, which was nice. I would have enjoyed bolder flavors and a more traditional scone texture. Overall, I found that the walk in options are limited, but a great spot for locals to stop in and pick up tasty baked goods-and I would definitely order one of their beautiful and delicious looking cakes for a special occasion.

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    Full Belly Bakery
    Custom wedding cake
    Custom wedding cake
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    Gregory's Gourmet Desserts

    Gregory's Gourmet Desserts

    4.5
    (841 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I had to update my review because Gregory's is absolutely the best bakery in town!…read more First of all, Gregory is incredibly kind, and his desserts are AMAZING. A few years ago, there was definitely a dip in communication when I was trying to order a birthday cake, but since then, I've had the pleasure of enjoying Gregory's treats many times. His cheesecake is truly unlike any I've ever had. The chocolate brownies and chocolate chip cookies are so good, they'll make you feel like you're not even on planet Earth! Seriously, they're that delicious. And the chocolate cake? It tastes like it was baked by a sweet Southern grandmother. It literally melts in your mouth. I'm almost embarrassed to admit that every time I go, I buy all four items and happily eat them over the next few days! Hands down, Gregory's is the BEST BAKERY IN OAKLAND. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out!

    What did I do in my life for my taste buds to experience such gloriousness?! I usually don't eat…read moretwo desserts in one sitting, but BOTH the Snickerdoodle & Peach Cobbler were calling my name! Neither one of them made it home... You best believe I'll be back to try the Sweet Potato Cake & Peach Cobbler Cheesecake. I can't even imagine what BOTH cobbler and cheesecake would taste like married together?! There's only street parking and there's a garage right across the street. The bakery is definitely hidden and located downstairs/underground. Try not to miss it when driving!

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    Sweet Potato Pie
    Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
    Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
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