This place continues to convince me that I may actually love cupcakes. I am typically not a fan of cupcakes but everytime I see this place, I have to have some. I have tried almost all the flavors and they are baked to perfection where you can taste everything. My favorites are key lime, pumpkin and strawberry but you truly cannot go wrong with any flavor. read more

BEST CUPCAKES IN TOWN!! We happen to be in the area so decided to stop by on a Saturday afternoon. They are located inside of Swan's Market, which has a wide variety of food stalls. I'm not a huge fan of cupcakes since I never like the cream/icing, but Cupcakin' is the place to go if you're craving some dessert. We shared the Lemon Cream Pie and it was decadent. Not only was it moist on the inside, but the cream and icing was not too sweet! I could eat at least 3 if I wanted to because they are that good. A little on the pricier side ($4.75/each) but it's well worth the price! The staff there are very friendly. Will definitely be back again if I'm ever craving cupcakes! read more

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Order a dozen cupcakes. The Oreo cookies on the cupcake were stale and all the cupcakes get stuck on the paper. Not worth $5.50 for a mini cupcake. read more

The cupcakes here are really great! The staff is very friendly. It's located in the Swan's Market building downtown. Paid parking except holidays and Sundays. Fridays are farmers market on the street wood walk or take public transit. It's a cool spot. read more

Mannnnnnnn these damn cupcakes. Not gonna lie, hands down best cupcakes I've had of anywhere and I've done them all. Magnolia in NY. Georgetown Cupcakes in DC. Sprinkles in NY. There's another famous one in Nashville. Done them all and this place is fire. The creativity of the combinations, paired with a moist cake and just sweet-enough, whipped to perfection icing, makes this a must stop. Thankful I don't live in Cali or I'd be in trouble!!! read more

I came here to get half a dozen mini cupcakes for a friend. Clean and welcoming! It is located inside Swan's Market where there are a couple other restaurants inside. They share the dining space with each other. The staff was kind and patient. There wasn't a long line today but sometimes the line can get pretty long. There were 6 mini cupcake flavors today so I got one of each. They are super cute and delicious! The small ones currently are $1.95 each. The regular size ones are $4.25 each. This is a great place to get cupcakes for friends, family and yourself! They have a great variety of flavors to choose from and they all look and taste very delicious! read more

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I absolutely love this place, I order a cake and cupcakes for my 30th birthday the cake turned out the way I wanted it, I couldn't be anymore happier, everyone loved the cake. I will definitely be back to get more delicious dessert. Thank you so much! read more

Oh my goodness!!!!! Key ‍ and sweet potato pie cupcakes!!!!!! Make sure to get them this holiday season. Not sure how long they will last. Fabulous. read more

This is my fav cupcake spot! I love the decadent cupcakes with a variety to meet any palettes selection! It's black owned too with a few different locations. I recommend coming early to get them fresh before the sell out or preorder(for an up charge) read more

My first visit and I know it won't be my last.. I loved the different flavors and the size of the cupcakes... Minus one star because my vegan Solon only had one flavor to chose from.. They key lime was impressive, but my chocolate toffee crunch was Amazing!!! I also got a Salted Carmel for our friend! Please come to Reno and open a shop! read more

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Perfect size for a sweet fix! Key lime is tart as it should be. Chocolate is rich. Flavors are fresh, cake is fluffy, not too much icing, and nice filling surprise in the cake that enhances the flavors. read more

Did cupcakin as our wedding cake and it turned out amazing! Top tier was carrot cake, bottom tier vanilla salted caramel Usually the drizzle is on the outside of the cake, but they were able to put it inside within the layer of the cake! Our guests loved it! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Our wedding cake! Top tier: carrot cake Bottom tier: vanilla salted caramel - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

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For years, I've loved Cupcakin' and their deliciously moist cupcakes and fun flavors. I am so pleased to have had such a beautiful experience with them when I ordered a small celebration cake. I sent an email with initial request and someone replied with a few initial questions. Once details were confirm, they called me a couple days after for final confirmation of the order. During the call, I decided to add writing and Jimmie's. I was surprised that these were included in the cost of the cake. As we were wrapping up the order and I realized that I could also order vegan and GF cupcakes for my friends with dietary restrictions. The person on the phone was so patient and kind. A+! I requested delivery and the goods arrived on time and it was such a smooth process. The cakes arrived as expected and were so good! Everyone was impressed. I wish there was a little bit more of the key lime curd and less buttercream (it's a different ratio vs. the cupcake), but otherwise, I was VERY happy. My friends also enjoyed the GF and vegan cupcakes. Overall, a fab experience and I look forward to continuing to go to Cupcakin' for casual and more special occasions. Thank you! ...now to finish the leftover cake...still good! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Chocolate banana vegan cupcakes & Gluten free blackberry lemon cupcake! - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

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I previously gave Cupcakin a 5 star review because I love their cupcakes so much. Like I'm a diehard for them. I would sing their praises from the mountain tops. Idk how they make them so moist, and the sweetness is balanced. They're an absolute favorite of my family. Why this isn't a 5 star for me anymore-- we got a vegan cake for my brother's wedding and it was surprisingly not very good. The frosting was kinda crunchy like the sugar wasn't fully mixed in and the cake was super sweet. I was genuinely surprised because I raved about it and had tried their other vegan cupcakes in the past. Just make sure you try the cake before ordering even if you've had their cupcakes before! The other reason-- I was gifted a $10 gift card and I can't redeem it. I've tried 3 times and nobody ever seems to know how to redeem it when I'm there. It's pretty frustrating because I'd hoped after the first time I tried, they would have an answer for me when I returned. It was even the same girl working who apologized but said there's nothing she can do for me because she asked her managers and they said they don't know what to do either but I should consider trying to call the owner at a other location. Kinda sucks because everybody knows I'm a huge Cupcakin fan but now I wouldn't want my people spending the $ on the gift card that can't be used . read more

Very good cupcakes, a must try. They have a variety of flavors each day. I visited the location in Walnut Creek, CA.

when i want to get delicious cupcakes i either go here or to angel cakes nearby. consistently good, moist and flavorful.

Absolutely delicious! Our family friend brought this as dessert for our bbq meetup and it was a big hit with us all. He recommended family style so we can try some from each one and I was totally thinking that too from the get go as well. Great minds...lol They were so pretty but I was so excited to eat them I forgot to get a before picture! It's ok though because now you can see how it looks on the inside right? My favorite flavor was the sea salt! Also the inside of the cupcakes are not all the same for instance I think the s'mores one had graham crackers on the bottom. The icing and toppings also vary so like the mocha had a chocolate covered coffee bean. The raspberry had a raspberry fruit on the top of the icing. The s'mores had a melted marshmallow, etc. Such fun cupcakes with something for everyone. Not super sweet either which is a good thing! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Woops dug in b4 pic. From back top left to right: Raspberry, Mocha, sea salt, lemon, s'mores, red velvet - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

Holy hell this place is good. Some of the softest, and tastiest cupcakes. I tried the pumpkin cupcake, and the apricot crumble. Both were unique, and absolutely wonderful. They disappeared way too fast. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Pumpkin cupcake & apricot crumble - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

Wow these are incredible. The red velvet was moist and the frosting delish. I'm a chocolate person but the key lime, with a crispy bottom was the winner for our crew. Can't wait to go back and try more flavors. read more

There is something to be said about long lines at a business. This piqued my interest as I consistently see lines at this shop whenever I come to the Farmer's Market in Old Oakland (which is by Swan Market where the cupcake shop is located). Decided to try it out and get in line and oh my, my taste buds have been enlightened! Great variety of flavors to choose from and there's tiny bite sized cupcakes for 1st timers. Trust me though, once you start cupcakin', there's no going back! Because this shop is inside a marketplace, the store hours are that of the market. (see my photo) read more

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Every year we purchase our little girls birthday cake and cupcakes from Cupcakin, and every year the cake and cupcakes are amazingly delicious, moist, and beautifully designed. read more

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I went by today. I absolutely love their cupcakes I go by every time I'm in the area. Their cupcakes are so good and addictive. They feature a different flavor every month. Last month it was peach cobbler. A little to sweet. This month it's summer berry. So delicious!. That staff is always nice, polite, and courteous. Will continue to go support this establishment. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Red velvet, Summer berry, Salted Bourbon - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

One Word!! Delicious. The cupcakes are so so good. They are moist, flavorful, all the flavors are so good that I usually get one of each. I recommend this bakery to everyone. As in "Come One...Come All". You will be hooked. read more

Love love love these cupcakes Variety of flavors is great and we enjoy going to Swans Market!

Picked up 2 cupcakes here and they were really beautiful and moist. However the taste was a bit greasy and the flavors/varieties were pretty standard. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Chocolate wine (left) and double chocolate (right) - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

Best cupcakes hands down around the bay. Very moist and not overly sweet to give you a tooth ache. Just right! They have baked yesterday ones for $1 off and it was still just as good as fresh! The carrot and red velvet are my favorite. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

That key lime pie cupcake is on another level. The pie crust on the bottom -- divine! My friend got their cupcake flavor of the month (Chocolate covered strawberry), and both of us demolished our sweet treats and were very happy. Great service, awesome creativity and delicious cupcakes. Looking forward to coming back to try more flavors! read more

This company made a vegan chocolate wedding cake with white frosting for my son and new daughter-in-law. The person I worked with here was incredibly responsive and supportive in helping me with ideas for the cake. I had never had vegan cake before, and oh my goodness! On the day of the wedding, I was floored! This cake was so delicious! I never would have known it was vegan and it was among the top two (I can't decide if this is #1 or #2) most delicious cakes I've ever eaten in my life! The guests also loved it. This is now my go-to company for cakes and cupcakes! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Beautiful and delicious vegan chocolate wedding cake with white frosting - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

Best cupcakes I've ever had. I'm not a big desert person, but I've made an effort to stop here whenever I'm in the area. The cupcakes are super moist and packed with flavor. The frostinggggg is smooth, soft, rich & delightful. The mini cupcakes are also great to have a light touch of sweetness if you don't want a full cupcake. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Carrot cake, berries & red velvet - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

I go by every time i'm in the area. The most amazing cupcakes. they also have a flavor of the month. Last month it was Peach Cobbler. Just a little to sweet. This month it's summer berry. Wow! What a cupcake. The staff is always nice courteous and patient. Love YA! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Red Velvet, Summer Berry, Salted Bourbon - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

I work nearby and I would get one for desert during lunch. I bought one for my wife and she said it's the best key lime she's ever had. I started buying her 4 every Friday and her favorites are the red velvet and carrot cake. I introduced it to a coworker and he brought some home and he is now the cupcake king of his family. We bought a dozen for my brother-in-law's birthday and they were wiped out and one posted in her facebook read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - My sister-in-law's reaction - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

Delish! We got a selection of mini cupcakes plus a couple full-size ones plus several discount day-old cupcakes. We couldn't tell what was old or not -- everything was moist and really, really flavorful. There was just the right amount of icing, too. The server was friendly and helped us with our selections. read more

4-4.5 stars overall, but rounding up for their delicious passionfruit bourbon cupcake! I've been to their brick and mortar location in Berkeley, and this was a much smaller stand they had in the Swans Market food hall in downtown Oakland. It wasn't busy around 3:30pm on a Friday. They still had a good variety of cupcakes to choose from, but very limited flavors for their minis (only chocolate and vanilla). I ended up trying their seasonal flavors: -Passionfruit Bourbon ($3.95, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=bC7p1VVnYU8uIJZ5_KQcrw&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): Delicious, and one of the favorite cupcakes I've had in a while! You could really taste the tartness from the passionfruit, and a slight hint of bourbon. I loved how moist this cupcake was, and my only complaint is that the frosting was a bit too sweet. However, this cupcake is still highly recommended! Dirty South (Sweet Potato Spiced Cake w/Cream Cheese Frosting, $3.95, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=nhqHmDR9tOkbGcCgZhqVtw&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): The flavors were very good, but this cupcake was slightly overbaked and dense. The cream cheese frosting did go very well with it, and this is worth trying if you like pumpkin/sweet potato flavors. It was super quick to order, and we were in and out in a few minutes. I would definitely come back if in the area. Parking was easy to find at the time since plenty of street parking spots were available. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Dirty South (Sweet Potato Spiced Cake w/Cream Cheese Frosting, $3.95)- 3.5/5 stars - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

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I have been here more than once and I think this is my favorite store bought cupcake. The red velvet, carrot cake and key lime pie were all fantastic. read more

DELICIOUS!! I love coming to this bake shop they always have the best yummy cupcakes ever. Always have fresh cupcakes. From regular to gluten-free. All type of flavors so many choices to pick from. The customer service is GREAT! The staff is always friendly. Thanks for being welcoming and sweet. read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Red velvet - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

This place makes the best cupcakes in the Bay! Wow! What makes them so good? Well, they are moist and have not too-sweet toppings. We tried the following cupcakes: * Salted caramel * Strawberry * Chocolate All were A+ and 10 out of 10. The service was fantastic. Parking was easy. Cupcakin' is a new chain that is growing. If you look on their webpage you will find that they now have many locations in Northern California. I hope they continue to expand! read more

While they were all delicious, This was literally the best carrot cake and cream cheese icing I've ever tasted in my entire life. Just incredible! Thank you for sharing your gift with the world, I can't wait for my next birthday! read more

Cupcakin' Bake Shop - Six cupcakes in a variety of flavors - Cupcakes Near Me - Oakland, California

I work nearby and have been wanting to try this place for a while! Came in to order 2 cupcakes and decided on the Lemon Blueberry and Madagascar Vanilla. The girl working there was very nice; I tipped her 15%! I hate to give 1 star because she was nice and the cupcakes are pretty, but I can't give any more than 2 stars. The cupcakes were not good and we didn't finish them. They felt and tasted really oily. I'm so bummed they didn't live up to the hype in my head! read more

Really good cupcakes! I purchased one of their Double Chocolate Mini Cupcakes for $1.95 after a sudden cupcake chocolate craving. It exceeded my expectations! Very Chocolatey and fluffy (the best part) and to me, that is enough to come back! Regular cupcakes are $3.75, and they have some day old cupcakes for sale too. read more

Good idea to have a cupcake store in the area. I definitely needed to get that dessert after lunch. I would not say its the best cupcake I have had but their cupcakes are good. Flavorful, not dry and flavors are classic. Kept simple and it did them good. Not too many flavor options so they won't overwhelm you. Service was good. read more