This is my third experience here. Every time it's been better and better…read more First two times I came in for just one or two pieces of pastry. This third time I was picking up 18 pastries - 3 different types- all delicious and superbly baked AND a cake. WOW! The cake was amazingly beautiful! delicious and decorated exquisitely with huge intricate frosting flowers and leaves. I'm very very happy with my order- they even helped me carry it to the car. This bakery made my special family party a huge success, everyone enjoyed the food and remarked on how delicious it looked and tasted. Thank you SO much for making the event extra special

I don't even know where to begin... I came in for a pastry and left emotionally attached…read more Let's talk about the croissants. I had not one, but TWO -- and I regret absolutely nothing. The raspberry pistachio croissant? Oh. My. God. This thing had me in a chokehold. Flaky, buttery layers with the perfect balance of tart raspberry and rich pistachio. It wasn't just good -- it was write-home-about-it good. The kind of pastry that makes you pause mid-bite and question every other croissant you've ever had. The second was a croissant sandwich (I wish I could remember the name!), but the way those flavors paired together? Let's just say it was a full culinary experience. Savory, balanced, indulgent -- you get the hint. Every bite just made sense. Now here's the part that really says something: I grew up on the East Coast where authentic French bakeries are everywhere and the cultural standard is high. I know a proper croissant. And this? This was better. Yes, I said it. We even had the chance to speak with the owner, who was incredibly warm and genuine. He checked in to make sure we enjoyed everything -- which we clearly did, considering we left with boxes to take home. This place isn't just a pastry shop. It's an experience. And trust me, it will be a topic of discussion in our house for days. Run. Don't walk.

Professional, responsive and delectable! Appreciated the accommodation of a last minute order. The…read moreganache and raspberry fillings were delicious. Highly recommend! Surya gave us recommendations that were helpful. We absolutely enjoyed every bite.

I needed two dozen cupcakes with a very unique specialty design. I reached out to "Bakes of Carmel"…read more sent them some pictures of what I was hoping for. I only had five days until the event. They were absolutely so wonderful to work with! The design turned out perfectly and the cupcakes were beyond delicious! They came out and loaded them in my car and even had a beautiful ribbon around the boxes. I was thrilled to have such a beautiful product to serve at the party! I will absolutely use them again!

I really enjoy my matcha lemonade and egg tart. The drink…read moreis 10/10. Next time I will try with half sweetness because I'm trying to cut my sugar intake .. but it's hard. Price is good and reasonable. Staffs for afternoon are really nice and welcoming. She asked if I want my pastry warmed up as well!

The atmosphere is busy, but you can carry on a normal convo with your own party…read more Prices are reasonable. Service? Meh. There was no hello. No smile. Cashier acted like an angry robot. I must have spoken too fast or too low, but when she got frustrated, she said, "Stop. What do you want??" As we ate, I watched her interactions with others and, from afar, she was enjoying NOTHING! BUT. We loved the pick-your-own pastry layout! Food and drinks were fantastic!! (Hopefully this was a case of one person's poor attitude on a single day. Since everything else was so good, I'd like to think that one issue is the easiest to change.). We will go back!

We have had multiple road trips in which we have passed by Indianapolis. Each road trip has a…read morecustom itinerary and I rarely repeat places. The Cake Bake Shop is an exception and rightfully so. We have been to the Indianapolis location three times and this is our first visit to the Carmel shop. The atmosphere and glittering decor is whimsical. The service is exceptional. The food, especially the dessert, is exquisite. We celebrated our anniversary with crab beignets, Gwendolyn's signature chicken and andouille gumbo, and New Orleans shrimp po' boy with pommes frites. Our young daughters dined in with us so we asked for the Crystal hot sauce to be placed on the side. For dessert, we shared a slice of the celebration cake which had three different cake layers: vanilla cake with chocolate chips, chocolate cake, and vanilla almond confetti cake. The flavors are distinctive and came together with two buttercreams, vanilla almond and strawberry. It was delightful and delicate. However, I am still extremely loyal to my favorite, Gwendolyn's Famous Earl's Court Chocolate Cake. For take-out, we had the chocolate chip cookie with fleur de sel, walnut brownie, birthday macaron, and chocolate caramel macaron. I love dessert but cookies and brownies are generally at the bottom of my list. I generally prefer cake, donuts, ice cream, tarts, and various pastries. But once again, I make the exception for the Cake Bake Shop. My favorite is the walnut brownie because it has a nice, crispy crust and a soft center. It is perfection! It is also worth mentioning that the server sprinkled glitter on my girls' hands and hair so that they could make a wish with the celebration cake. If your young children is into anything sparkly and glittery, this definitely ups the notch to a wonderful and magical lunch experience! Safe to say - The next time we have a road trip in the general area, I am going to include The Cake Bake Shop in the itinerary.

PICKED UP ASSORTED BAKED GOODS IN CARMEL, INDIANA…read more================================================ My husband and I were going to my son and daughter-in-law's to meet before dinner and we wanted to bring them some baked goods. We bought some assorted baked goods and fudge. Everything was very expensive and the fudge wasn't the freshest as it was getting hard. It is a beautiful place and it looks like a nice brunch spot.

We happenstanced upon this little gastronomic gem, after checking out the luncheon offerings at…read moreFat Dan' s deli. This well-maintained, upscale establishment has an amazing selection of sweet and savory options. The staff are friendly and attentive. After two visits, we've sampled their tiramisu, triple chocolate cake, key lime pie, entremet hazelnut praline, cannoli, palmier cookie, Nutella & wild berry occhi de bue pastries, and their wonderful hot chocolate. So far, there has not been a selection we wouldn't gladly choose again on a future visit. If one wants to treat oneself (which should be done regularly...especially if one has achieved an advanced age); this location provides an excellent opportunity.

I love Italian food and Stacco House has been on my list of new (to me) places to visit for quite…read moresome time. Yesterday, I decided that I would not be cooking dinner and instead opted to order pizza and dessert to be picked up on my way home. This is such a cute, quaint little shop located in a tiny strip mall next to a gas station. So very unassuming, yet quite impressive. I loved the two cute yellow tables and chairs out on the sidewalk as well as the Sinatra that was playing when I entered the shop. I was greeted warmly and let me say how much I value a pleasant and genuine interaction like that. Someone came to the front of the store from the kitchen in the back, and she too greeted me with a very welcoming and warm smile. This fact alone makes me want to return and support this place of business. My pizzas were prepared fresh and handed to me hot out of the oven. The deserts, an assortment of 3 different kinds of cookies as well as two slices of cake, were kept separate and cold. My husband loved the pizza (he is somewhat of a connoisseur) and I enjoyed it as well. The carrot cake was a bit dense for my liking and the pistachio ricotta was decadent. My husband really enjoyed these sweet treats as a night cap! I loved the cookies. I ordered the Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl cookie, the Pistachio Chocolate Crunch cookie, and two of the Pistachio Thumbprint cookies. My personal favorite was the Pistachio Chocolate Crunch cookie. It had a great contrast in texture with the soft-baked cookie being perfectly complemented by the crunch of the pistachio pieces, and it wasn't overly sweet. I'll definitely be back to try more cookies, cakes and pastries in the future! They also carry some authentic imported Italian products, such as pomodoro sauce.

I was not aware that there was more than one Lemon's Bakery Cafe in Central Indiana, however, it…read moreappears directly related to the expansion of Needler's Fresh Market. Much like the downtown Indy location, Lemon's is technically located within the Carmel Needler's. However, Lemon's has its own separate entrance and storefront while existing on the east end of Needler's. You can access Needler's directly from Lemon's Bakery Cafe. Lemon's has a small counter with display cases for its baked goods. Like the downtown Indy location, they offer sweets from Noblesville's Rosie's and they offer a variety of local coffees and a rather extensive list of coffee options. There's also a relatively small dining area with booths appropriate for 2-3 people. I found this area not entirely wheelchair friendly, though I could make it work. My best option was sitting at the end of a row of booths which put me pretty much close to the door on a rather chilly day. The employee working was super quiet but friendly and helpful. I ordered two chocolate frosted donuts, they have donuts, and I was honestly a bit stunned they were only $2 total. They do have higher-priced items, of course. The donuts were fresh and delicious and definitely hit the spot on a rainy, dreary day here in Indy. I appreciated that the doors were automatic doors and that there was accessible parking directly in front of the entrance. I also appreciated being able to check out Needler's, though to grab a cart you do have to go down to the Needler's entrance. While I wouldn't consider Lemon's a destination bakery, I wouldn't hesitate to stop in while in the area and this has become a nice little strip center with Needler's, a CVS, Roots Burger Bar, Rad's, and a couple other fun businesses to check out here. Business was steady in the few minutes I was here and it seems to be a stop for neighborhood families. If you're in the area and craving some baked goods Lemon's is a convenient, affordable option that also supports local!

Inside a grocery store and closed earlier than when sign stated it would be. Not a good spot to…read morebuy a cake as mentioned on Yelp.

An amazing find in the back of the store. A+++ ingredients…read morein delicious treats well worth what they are charging.

We have been to Hot Toddy's multiple times. My husband and I always get a different dessert. I'm…read morepretty sure we have had everything multiple times. While I love everything they make, my favorite is their carrot cake. It is beyond moist and the icing is perfect . Don't miss out on heading over there and trying LOTS of things!!!!

Helen's is a hidden gem in downtown Carmel. This tiny, locally operated coffee shop is a couple…read moredoors down from the Monon. There is no indoor seating, but there are a few tables outside. Helen makes the most incredible pastries. I stopped by for one of the chocolate croissants, but they were already sold out. So, I snagged the last blueberry scone and it was heavenly, light and fluffy, perfectly sweet with lots of blueberries. I LOVED it. (I may be making a frequent stop here, it's that good.) Helen is efficient and friendly. I didn't have any trouble finding street parking around 10 a.m.

Outstanding baked goods can be found at this little shop. I've never had an item that I didn't want…read moreto buy and eat again. Scones, cookies, cakes.... all so good! I have a family member that lives 9 hours away and raves about this place. She always goes to Helen's when she is in town or I bring Helen's creations to her. Coffee is just ok in my opinion, but I am also not big on coffee in general. I'm big on carbs and sugar! Heads up: only one or two people can fit into the shop at a time. Prepare if the weather is cold/rainy/snowy to stand outside a bit.

Sunday brunch is awesome! The people are welcoming smiling and helpful. The tables and atmosphere…read morewas peaceful and unhurried.

This is a fun spot! Highlights: the hanging banana exhibits, the BYO trail mix station, and the fun…read morelocal finds hidden throughout. The space feels massive and I feel like I often miss what I came there for because it's laid out a bit differently than what I'm used to, but whenever I'm here, I make sure to pick up some Fresh Thyme A2 milk (local milk that doesn't hurt your stomach... such a win) and Native Bread (the best GF bread around... delicious). I also picked up one of the trending banana waters this week and I was shocked at how good it was. It's literally a can of water with real banana in it which I know sounds weird but was strangely delicious. Try it! #banagua

The COOLEST cakes in Indy! Classic cakes does a fantastic job…read more They aren't cheap but for the attention to detail needed to create something like this - it's art. I don't even want to cut it. When you do though, the cake is delicious! Lots of flavor combos to choose from. They're also super nice - when I picked it up, the guy that brought it out helped me carry it to my car and was super pleasant. Highly recommend if you want a unique and gorgeous cake. They're the best in town.

I ordered a birthday cake with a horse head design on it for my wife's 70th birthday. They did a…read morephenomenal job. Everybody at the party was talking about it and asked me where I got it. I told them that I got it from Classic Cakes in Carmel. They said that they thought it was a beautiful cake. Jerry M Sheridan IN