Very responsive and seemed easy to work with. $400 for a 15-20 person charcuterie is quite pricey…read more $120 for a small 8"cake. Was offering to do everything I needed, like EVERYTHING. I thought I was calling a bakery. Darla told me she would do the charcuterie tray, mini sandwiches desserts and cake. There's nothing to really look at so she will just text you ideas. I was excited to help out a small, local business. She works out of her home and wants half upfront. Sounds fair but was a little concerned because there's just a tiktok and phone as a contact and was nervous zelleing someone I wasn't totally comfortable with. I decided to only use her for the cake. Well, the day after we firmed up things (but still really no idea what the cake would look like or charcuterie or anything so was not sure what I was buying - no description, no invoice, no nothing but she wants half) she decided she couldn't make the cake. She feels I will be disappointed :-/ We're both pulling ideas off Pinterest or google and mine was no different than hers, so not really sure what happened here. Unfortunately, Im a week out and have to start over. Very disappointing. Feel she shouldn't send me "ideas" of cakes if she cannot produce them! Big waste of my time. Will not be using for for any future orders!

Anything you order from Darla's Bakery will be enjoyed by all! Order some treats from her for your…read moreEaster celebration or any other occasion and you won't be disappointed!

This is a super cute gluten free bakery right in the heart of downtown Wheaton. I heard about…read moretheir pre-order for Paczki Day and saw that they were offering four unique flavors. I ordered a Dubai Chocolate Pistachio and a Churro Blueberry. Both were delicious gluten free donuts but I don't think they resemble a traditional paczki. Still a fun way to celebrate Fat Tuesday. While picking up my order I took note of many items that I would come back to try in the future.

So excited to find this place and it's 100% GF. They open at 11am and by 12pm on a Thursday they…read morewere already sold out of donuts. The lady indicated to call ahead to order donuts since they do sell out fast. It's a small bakery but has a lot of good options. We grabbed brioche bread and a chocolate walnut biscotti. The items were delicious! The bread was the best GF bread I've tried. Can't wait to try more items!

I have had the pleasure of ordering from Vanilla Sugar Bakery not once, but twice, and both…read moreexperiences have been nothing short of phenomenal. Their exceptional service and mouthwatering cupcakes have made me a loyal customer for life. The first time I ordered was for my youngest daughter's birthday, and they created a stunning unicorn cake that left everyone in awe. The cake was not only visually impressive but also incredibly delicious. The attention to detail and the skill of the bakers truly shined through. For my eldest daughter's graduation party, we decided to switch things up and ordered cupcakes instead. We opted for the chocolate pie cupcakes and the wedding cupcakes, and both varieties were absolutely amazing. As a person who typically favors chocolate desserts, I approached the almond wedding cake flavor with some hesitation. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how delightful it turned out to be. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and each bite was a delightful treat. However, I must take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional customer service I received from Vanilla Sugar Bakery. Due to my busy schedule, I completely forgot to place the order for the cupcakes on time. With only three days left before I needed them, I frantically attempted to order online, only to find that there was no option to specify the desired date. In a moment of desperation, I decided to call the store and hope for the best. To my relief, the person I spoke to on the phone was incredibly sweet, kind, and caring. She immediately understood my predicament and assured me that she would help me out. She advised me to place the order online and promised to change the pickup date to accommodate my needs. I cannot express how grateful I am for her willingness to go above and beyond to assist me. Her exceptional service truly saved the day. When I picked up the cupcakes from Vanilla Sugar Bakery, I was greeted with a warm smile and the most delightful aroma of freshly baked goods. The cupcakes were beautifully presented, and it was evident that great care had been taken in their preparation. Vanilla Sugar Bakery has undoubtedly earned my loyalty. Their exceptional service, even in the face of my forgetfulness, and their delicious cupcakes have left a lasting impression. I will continue to rely on them for all my bakery needs, and I eagerly look forward to exploring the other delectable treats they have to offer. Thank you, Vanilla Sugar Bakery, for your remarkable service and creating such delightful cupcakes!

If I could give this bakery a rating based solely on presentation I would give it 5 stars. I was…read morebeyond happy with the decorations! It was beautiful and they altered the colors on the cake (changed from blue/purple to white/pink) per my request! I ordered a Wedded Bliss (almond) 6in cake that serves 8-10 people and it was more than enough cake! You also get the donuts and cake filled cone on top The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because the frosting had a very strong almond extract flavor. I thought it would be a lighter flavor but the cake it's self was fluffy and delicious! In short, I would recommend this bakery. If I order from here again I will pick a different frosting.

*** YUM!!! ****. Miss Dottie's pound cake is our family and friends FAVORITE desert!! It's made…read morewith REAL ingredients so you can really taste the difference! The way the owner packages each individually prepared cake is beautiful!! They make GREAT gifts!! Seriously this is THE BEST pound cake in the WORLD!!

I had Miss Dotties pound cake for the first time at Christmas. OMG it was the best Pound Cake I…read morehave ever eaten. Her cakes usually feed 12-16 people so she instructed me to cut it into pieces and freeze it. Her cake lasted all of 3 days and was consumed by only 3 (Me, my husband and daughter). That alone tells you it was really really good! I then purchased several as christmas eve gifts for various parties I was attending. If you haven't tried her cakes, I would highly suggest you get on her website PRONTO and order some or stop by Cafe Amano to purchse it directly. Once you tried it, you will be HOOKED too!..... PS, she packages them really pretty too! LOVE YA MISS DOTTIE!!!!

Ashley and Dough Doodles are simply outstanding. If you want beautiful looking cookies customized…read morespecifically for you (I ordered Chicago Bears themed cookies), if you want great communications, if you are looking for someone that works with you, if you have a desire to work with a baker that confirms the details and makes sure you are happy, and oh by the way, if you want a cookie that is simply outstanding tasting, Dough Doodles Sweet Shop and Ashley is a must call. I am out of town, but working with Ashley was like a stopped in the shop and talked to her face-to-face. She was awesome to work with. If I need a cookie order in the future, my first, second and last call will be to Ashley and Dough Doodles. Thank you

Ashley makes and decorate cookies for any event you need and she makes vegan ones also, I'm not a…read morebig social media person and shame on me for not posting/sharing a lot sooner. So many bakers/bakeries including Etsy can make designer cookies but they have zero taste and are hard as a rock. Trust me when I say that Ashley's cookies are AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS and have a very long shelf life and never get hard. She can decorate any theme you desire. I have repeatedly hired her to make regular and vegan cookies for 3 baby showers, two bridal showers and this past Hanukkah and Christmas season. Guests from these events have hired her for their own events. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!!! Thank you if you read this!

My friend took me here after going to the Wheaton French market and all I can say is that…read moreeverything about the place is delightful! The staff was so sweet even when it was so busy on a Saturday morning! They were very attentive and accommodating with all the modifications I made on my sandwich! The vibes inside and in their patio are amazing! We sat outside because it was grounded but even then the staff made sure to check on us! Overall great place with friendly staff, amazing food, drinks, bakery items and most importantly great ambiance!

My sister suggested Blackberry Market in Glen Ellyn for lunch. They have a great selection on their…read moremenu for both breakfast and lunch, and they also have ready-to-go items in a refrigerated case. I had the pick two, which was a half a sandwich (grilled cheese) with a half salad (kale Caesar). The salad was so good! Fresh, crisp and lightly dressed. However, the grilled cheese was pretty sad. I opened it up and there was hardly any cheese. It was just like eating two pieces of grilled bread. They need to improve on that for sure. I also had their 12oz wildflower latte which was very tasty, but served lukewarm and not hot. If the milk is not steamed, it will bring down the temperature of the coffee. I like my specialty coffees served hot. I do have to say every staff member we came in contact with was friendly. They seemed happy and were there to help and answer questions. You place your order at the counter, and you receive a number which you display at your table. There are two dining areas with tables and a few booths to dine at next to where you place your order. Members of the staff bring your order to the table. We didn't have to wait long for our drinks and food. Even with the sad grilled cheese sandwich which was disappointing and the lukewarm latte, I would definitely go back to Blackberry Market again to try other items on their menu. I'll pass on the grilled cheese, though.

I really wanted to like this place but the truth is, I didn't. I ordered ahead for some cupcakes…read moreand was quoted a price. When I arrived, I was informed that she decided to make a few more cupcakes to fill in the serving dish. I was fine with that until she raised the amount that she said I owed... If she decided to make more, that's on her. Why would I have to pay more? So I'm not sure if she raised the price because of the couple cupcakes she added or if she just changed it haphazardly. I'm not sure which would be worse....either way, bad. I didn't squabble over a couple bucks but was annoyed. Then, I paid and I didn't notice until I was on my way that she gave me the wrong change....again to her advantage. Umm....wtf? I don't know what to say about a business like this!!! The cupcakes themselves weren't good. The frosting had hardened and it was pure sugar!! I can't even say the flavor was good....even though I generally love sweets. These were too sweet!! I honestly hated them!! I will not return to this place....ever.

I've had mixed experiences here. They make excellent cookies, of which I've tried several, and…read moretheir chocolate pretzels are standard. But their cakes really don't hold up. I've had them twice, and both were consumed within the hour of buying them. Both had frosting that tasted like sweetened plastic, a strangely wet (not moist, just wet) interior, and an off flavor. One cake in particular stood out, a chocolate cake with white frosting, which tasted like someone had mixed flat rootbeer with a few teaspoons of rubbing alcohol and soaked the bottom of the cake in it. It was very strange, and we obviously didn't finish it. I maintain that they make good cookies, though, and I'll probably go back for those.

amazing coffee cake! heading there this morning!…read more So fresh and delicious! I highly recommend this place!

Cannot beat this place. Bought the mini eclairs, tarts, cheesecake squares and brownies for a 4th…read moreof July get-together. All were spot-on yummy!

I come here at least once a week!…read more I'm obsessed with how cute the place is and their amazing biscoff chai latte! I don't remember her game but the barista is always so sweet to me and she always makes my drink perfectly even when I ask her to make a cold foam she's never made before! I do feel is a little pricey when it comes to the bakery and sweet items but they are very tasty so when I have a great day I reward myself with one of their cake jars or mini cheesecakes and those are also amazing!

The chai is good A lot of times it takes them a while to…read moremake it Sweets are average and always the same Great inside Good customer service 2.5/5

My husband and I stopped in Sunday afternoon and bought a bunch of pastries and two large drinks;…read moreone was an iced ube latte and the other was an iced honey ginger. The Ube latte was almost 7 dollars and it was literally all milk with zero Ube flavor at all, it was the most disappointing Ube latte we've ever had. The iced ginger looked like the Korean ginger tea jars they sell at H-Mart, nothing fancy. The name of the bakery sounds fancy because it's in French and there are locations all over Illinois. They sell French and Korean infused pastries and cakes that are a bit pricier than most. I think they should at least have nice boxes to put the pastries in rather than wrapping it up in plastic and stuffing it in a plastic bag. There weren't many options and service was eh. The lady who rang us up wasn't very friendly and ignored my husband a few times.

Stopped in on a whim while in Naperville and loved this spot! Everything looked almost too…read moredelicious to eat lol I had the matcha filled donut and it tasted soo fresh with PLENTY of filling inside. They do not skimp out on the filling at all! It wasn't overly sweet either, which honestly was refreshing. My daughter had a croissant and it was delicious, but she doesn't care for spicy cheese and there was a jalepeno cheese inside (I didn't mind though so I finished it). She also had a strawberry filled croissant which she loved! Said it tasted super fresh. Store is super aesthetic inside! Everything looked beautiful inside. Staff was also friendly and attentive. We will be back once we're in the area again.