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    Muse Cheesecakes & Bakery

    4.8 (84 reviews)
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    Ren G.

    THE HYPE IS REAL!!! I can't rave enough about how deliciously creamy and sinfully decadent and so freaking good these basque cheesecakes are from Muse! The cakes are almost like a mousse or melted ice cream with how silky smooth the cream is. They're not overly sweet either, which makes it that much easier to come back for more bites/slices. Yes, they are a little on the pricey side, but trust me--they are absolutely worth it! What we tried: Belgian Dark Chocolate - 5/5 Rich and very chocolatey. Perfect for chocolate lovers! Caramel Miso - 5/5 Sweet with a bit of umami from the miso. A very unique flavor and one of our favorites! Espresso - 5/5 Creamy with a bold coffee flavor. Surprisingly, this one was lighter than the other flavors we tried and refreshing enough that you can have more than 3 slices. It was just so dang good! Make sure to pre-order from their website as they currently do not have same day orders. You get to schedule when you want to pick up your order and honestly, everything was such a breeze. Once you get to the pick up location on your scheduled date, you just have to either call or text them, and they'll bring your order right out. They'll pack your cake with so much care and so nicely in an insulated bag too.

    Biscoff basque cheesecake (size small $30/serves 2-3)
    Stephanie M.

    Ordered the basque Biscoff cheesecake here and I enjoyed it! Kept seeing this place all over social media so had to try it. A small is $30 so it's pretty pricey and not sure if I'd spend that much again, but it was worth a try for sure. This is located in like a food hall type of place so when you arrive, you just call to pick up your order that you placed online the day prior. Sadly when my husband dropped me off to pick up the cake, he went into the public driveway directly next to it and the owner of OnPoint Collisions yelled at us. When he asked us to leave the driveway which my husband was going to do by u turning, the owner yelled and said we are not allowed to make a u turn as we would damage his property. Might I add that we safely made a u turn out without damaging any property--after all, we wanted to safely get back onto the busy street facing forward rather than backing up into it like the owner was rudely demanding we would do. Anyways, just beware of the owner next door to this bakery pick up place if you happen to get cheesecake here and have no place to stop your car other than the open long alleyway by his shop. That guy honestly tainted our experience here but otherwise, great cheesecake haha

    Delivered all the way from Sd by my cousin who's a local there 1.23.26
    Mimi J.

    Review 22/ 365 Day Challenge When i first saw Muse Burnt Basque Cheesecake on my Ig Feed. My middle son saw how creamy cheesy yummy looking cheesecake . He said he wanted to try it since he loves all cheesy eats! Saw how they are located in San Diego. Ends up being perfect that my cousin that's a local in SD was visiting OC for the weekend. So i decided to order one and she help mee pick up the cheesecake. Love how i got text updates on when my cheesecake was ready to be picked up. The bakery location looked as if they rent a kitchen station to bake their cheesecake in house. Got the 6 inch that serves up to 6 people/slices. The cheesecake itself is so creamy, cheesy center unlike a regular basque cheesecake and not overly sweet at all. Had the perfect sweet level and perfected texture. My cousin also tried it and will be ordering herself one for the future. Muse offer different type of basque cheesecake, I'm intrigued and want to order the Ube flavor next. Packing comes in a nice Maroon color box along a matching insulated cooler bag. Really elegant and nicely packaged. Muse Cheesecake you have won my son over. He had 2 slices himself and didn't want to share. lol.

    Sharlena T.

    The best cheesecake ive ever had Got the classic cheesecake. The texture inside is so nice and creamy. And the flavoring was less of that sharp cream cheesey flavor and more of a softer flavoring of that which i really enjoyed Overall would come back for this multiple people wanted to go back for second slices.

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    Anna T.

    Omg this place is amazing and too bad I live 1.5hrs away from here or maybe it's a good thing or else I'll be getting it all the time. ITS SOOOO CREAMY AND DELICIOUS!!! We were sent a text and email on pick up location. I believe it was the baker herself bringing out the cheesecake herself!! So sweet!! The bag and boxes were purely luxurious!! Eye catching for sure! I got the 6" biscoff with the topping and it was perfect. I also got the ube mini and it was creamy! I was expecting it to be a little less creamy due to its size but perfection. We were so excited so we drove to a near by park and ate it at the park. It was perfection! HIGHLY RECOMMEND OVER AND OVER AGAIN!! Excited to try more flavors

    Clockwise: ube, pistachio, black sesame and Biscoff minis
    Nom C.

    Instagram got me with this impulse buy. I visit San Diego a couple times per year, and each time this local baker's sponsored posts hit my feed. I ordered the 4-pack minis (4" rounds) for $100. This is a pre-order, pick up only establishment. I ordered online and picked up the next day. So make sure your timing works out for your needs. These cheesecakes definitely lived up to my expectations. I chose ube, pistachio, black sesame and Biscoff. They were all super creamy just as advertised. Most cheesecakes are dense and heavy, but not Muse's. The cheesecakes are not very sweet, and the flavors were more on the subtle side. They are rich, so it really doesn't take much to feel satisfied. I wish they shipped, but I know not all food items are good for that. I was able to freeze the leftovers overnight and transported them on our short flight home to the Bay Area. The cheesecakes tasted just as yummy.

    Niks O.

    Ok ok, more like 4.5 Stars. I love burnt basque cheesecake style (honestly any cheesecake) and this is the closest TRUE version I could find. I was in SD for work and definitely had to make a stop here. I placed an online order for the mini sampler box - original, ube, espresso and Oreo. Ok let me start by saying "mini" is still a really good size! I was expecting something a lot smaller so that was a pleasant surprise. The cheesecakes are so damn tasty, creamy, and full of flavor. I want some more! Docked star because it is pricey and it's far from me but still highly recommend! I will go back when I'm in the area.

    Burnt cheesecake
    Gustavo B.

    Ordered the standard cheesecake. No berries or chocolate. Very interesting style. Gooey and creamy more towards the inside. And traditional out the outer edges. Definitely soft and smooth consistency all around. No spongy areas which i like.

    bags for 6" and 8" cakes
    Mai K.

    I love love love everything about Muse. It truly lives up to the price. I've tried almost every flavor and my favorites so far are the espresso and the classic. Every cheesecake is always so creamy and soft on the inside, which I absolutely love. The aesthetic and packaging are also beautiful and make it feel extra special. I also really appreciate that for birthdays, they provide candles and a happy birthday cake topper for free, with no extra charge at all. On top of that, the team genuinely cares about their customers and is always willing to work things out and accommodate different needs. I highly recommend trying the classic and espresso for sure, and of course the tiramisu. From now on, every occasion, I'm bringing a Muse cheesecake!!!!

    Net A.

    My daughter ordered a birthday cake from this bakery ! Ok it's not the ordinary bundt or fruit decorated cake birthday cakes but ...... ready for this??!!!!!!!!! IT's CHEESECAKESSSSSSSSSSSS! Boxed with a red ribbon bow was 4 different flavored mini burnt basque round cheesecakes: UBE, BISCOFF, OREO, DULCE de LECHE!! The creaminess custard like interior filling and perfectly caramelized top to the extend of almost burnt deep brown color were a melt-in-your- mouth experience!!

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    Brian M.

    I've been seeing ads for this cheesecake everywhere, so I finally gave in and tried it. I got the original and the ube. Honestly, one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had. It's not crazy sweet like Cheesecake Factory. The middle is super creamy, almost like a pudding, and the texture just melts in your mouth. It is a little pricey, but honestly worth it for how good it is. Definitely recommend if you've been on the fence about trying it.

    Nicole E.

    I AM A CHEESECAKE LOVERRRRR!!!!! this is hands down, no doubt the best thing I've ever tasted. AMAZING, cute, chic, elegant, luxurious packaging!!! Fast, flexible service! I will definitely be ordering again for my next appropriate event. 30 out of 10 stars!!! everything! I will be spreading the word and gladly be your unpaid piece of marketing!!! Did I mention we ate it the next day? I can't even imagine the deliciousness eating it right away when it was fresh.!!! I started my first time with the regular cheesecake and will definitely be going back for more flavors

    Basque cheesecake
    Cody P.

    I drove over 100 miles to try this cheesecake. One way. From Orange County to San Diego. And I would do it again! This was the most delicious cheesecake I have ever had. I ordered my cheesecake 2 days in advance. I got the original basque cheesecake. You can add chocolate sauce and berries, but I decided not to on my first time. Pick up was at a commercial kitchen. I dm'ed them on Instagram telling them I arrived, and the cheesecake came out shortly after. They even provided forks, a knife, and some plates for us to eat off of. The texture of this cheesecake is something else. The insides melt out like nectar as you remove the first slice, more liquid than solid. The taste is remarkable. Rich... not too sweet... a little tangy... and so velvety smooth. Unbelievable. It tasted even better than I could've imagined. Oh to have this elixir coat my tongue for the first time again.

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    Ask the Community - Muse Cheesecakes & Bakery

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Yes, they do. They mention it on their Instagram page which flavors are gluten free.

    Can you order by the slice?

    We sometimes offer slice days where we choose one flavor and sell it by the slice for that day only. We don't do it often, but when we do, it's available for preorder on our website. Slice days are announced through our mailing list, so that's the… Read more

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    Hello! Basque cheesecake is another name for San Sebastián

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