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    Scratch Cupcakery

    4.2 (93 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    ALWAYS fresh cupcakes
    Bob K.

    Stopped in yesterday and was waited on by an enthusiastic young lady who treated me like I was her most important customer of the day. And, all I purchased was ONE cupcake. Seriously folks, these cupcakes are always fresh and tasty. Good variety too!

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    Kayla B.

    While I wasn't so fond of the cupcakes I originally tried, I keep coming back here because I like other varieties, so I figure that my review deserves an update. Some of the cupcakes are a bit more "meh" (like "Carrot" or "Maple Bacon"), but I really do love a couple of the flavors: Doughlicious, Chocolate Doughlicious (!!!), Wedding Day, and Samoa. I do love that Scratch takes the interior of the cupcake to the next level. They don't just make a chocolate cupcake then use the frosting to describe the flavor. Usually, the interior of the cupcakes have just as much detailed paid to them. For triple chocolate types of flavors, the interior of the cupcake might have tiny melted chocolate chips with a chocolate filling. As someone else has mentioned, these cupcakes are REALLY rich. If you don't like super-sweet, rich cupcakes, do not choose one of their chocolate flavors. Their fruity flavors or white cakes tend to be much less intense with the sweetness. Be aware that not all flavors are sold everyday, so check their website if you want something to see if it's sold that day. I've been pretty annoyed that I can't seem to get nutritional information for any of their food. Employees are clueless about it, and it isn't available on their website either. $2 per cupcake. They also sell chilled and warm coffees. Decent seating here too. Lots of two-person tables and bar stool seating. They don't have their own parking lot, but parking around here usually isn't so bad. You might have to walk two blocks - tops. As a bonus note, if you haven't looked into it, Scratch Cupcakery also offers a "Cupcake Tour". Pick up a cupcake tour card, try lots of their flavors, and make it a challenge to try all of the flavors that they sell. I'm a bit annoyed that I can only try "one" flavor per day (instead of stopping in and picking up a box of six to last most of the week), so I have to stop in pretty regularly.

    Ordering
    Vince L.

    I was overwhelmed when we went in to this store! Incredible smells and awesome displays! We didn't know where to start. We were just driving through town and saw this and decided to check it out. Very glad we did! My daughter was frustrated by trying to decide which ONE to get - I made her day (and mine) when I said to get a dozen. That even proved to be difficult. So many choices! We took 10 different kinds home and ate a few there. There really wasn't a bad flavor in the bunch. The only thing I would say, from my families experience, is if you don't normally like a flavor combination you probably won't like it in a cupcake format. Stay with what you like and you will NOT be disappointed! We will be stopping there every time we head by now!

    A dozen happy thoughts.
    Amy A.

    Trying to find parking downtown is also worth it once you get to scratch cupcakes. You are welcome by delicious smells and friendly smiles. A very nice girl welcome me and offered to help me right away. I knew I wanted a dozen cupcakes to take to work but the bad part is I couldn't choose between the flavors. There are so many delicious varieties with different flavors that make you want to have one of each. I'm partial to anything chocolate or peanut butter but I like to try the odd varieties as well. Today they had one that was a lemon chocolate chip cupcake with chocolate frosting and Oreos on top but I didn't get that one to try. I didn't know if my employees would be brave enough to eat that one. The place is really clean and very tidy. No-frills here except for the cupcakes. At two dollars a cupcake it's not too bad of price. It makes a nice treat every once in a while. And the best part is I'm supporting a local favorite.

    Key Lime Cupcake
    Karin L.

    Okay I have to be honest about my cupcake reviews -- because cupcakes are an über serious issue, right? Scratch cupcakes are too thick/rich/heavy for me. I prefer the cake to be lighter as if I could inhale it, which I probably will if it's my preferred texture. I have never been able to finish an entire cupcake at this place in one sitting - that's how heavy and rich it is. But hey -- if that's what you're looking for in a cupcake go for it! I did watch a lady eat an entire box of these at a cheerleading competition once but we won't get into that right now . . . bottom line is the cupcakes are too heavy for me. That being said - the flavors are great and interesting. Great frosting, great toppings, and creative ideas. They can even turn your favorite cupcake into a shake - which I prefer! The place in clean and the bakers are friendly. If it's a busy time of year like back to school or family weekend they will have a line out the door so plan ahead. Everyone has to try this place when you visit Cedar Falls at least once!

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    Best cupcakes in Iowa!! Just had s'more, peanut butter and chocolate with vanilla cream. Yummmmoooo!!!!

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    15 years ago

    Salty dog. One of THE BEST things i have ever eaten. DO NOT miss your chance to enjoy this.

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    Absolutely the best cupcakes I have ever had..Now I have to go evrry week to get a 'snowstorm' and the vanilla coconut...I love SCRATCH

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    Chocolaterie Stam - Cedar Falls

    Chocolaterie Stam - Cedar Falls

    4.3(13 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    A chocolaterie in the heart of downtown Cedar Falls - how wonderful! This is a perfect place for a…read morechocolate/sweets lover or for the chocolate/sweets lover in your life! They have an endless selection, do incredible gift box options, have seasonal goodies as well, and I felt as though all the prices were fair and reasonable! They have gelato in this shop as well, along with popcorn, hot cocoa, and other offerings like that along the other walls. But their main display is just chocolates upon chocolates, and some seriously unique ones too! The ones I snagged all tasted so delicious and decadent, and I felt like I was able to properly savor them before they melted, which was absolutely wonderful! Given that it was our first time in the shop, the person serving us was so helpful too! She was able to help us find the perfect size box, answer all of our questions, and give great recommendations. What more could you ask for! I would highly recommend getting some goodies from here if you're in the mood for chocolate or need a fun and gorgeous gift idea!

    If you appreciate high end chocolat and coffee/espresso and you are in the area, please do yourself…read morethe favor of coming to Chocolaterie Stam! Hand crafted with knowledge and skill, my word it was lovely! My son and I are visiting from the West Coast and the Mocha with Espresso I had was like drinking liquid light and chocolat bliss. We'll be stopping in each day until we leave for home.

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    This place is adorable, small intimate setting with your faves, now back to the food, everything…read morewas delicious, from the apps to the main dish, it was my first time, but my friends had been previous times and i was impressed to say the least, you won't be disappointed at all!! Also the sourdough bread was delicious, we had a couple rounds, ha ha, and that butter, as the saying goes, smooth like butter baby! ( It literally was) Check this place out and get your reservation now

    After experiencing fine dining through living on the West Coast and traveling internationally, I…read morewas excited to learn that the town I grew up in had a restaurant that offered a tasting menu. I knew I had to try it on a recent visit back home. My experience was mixed. The excellent: our table service was next level with each dish being thoroughly explained. We were educated on the thought process behind each wine pairing as well. Between each course our table was cleaned and we were presented with fresh silverware. The great: the food was presented beautifully and our meal looked incredibly impressive. The interior definitely invoked the Brooklyn vibes that inspired the restaurant in the first place. It feels very upscale hipster. The disappointing: though the overall experience was tasty and texturally perfect, each dish we tried had some overpowering element and flavors were not balanced. After the tuna crudo all I could taste was celery, after the morel mushroom pasta all I could taste were the pungent chive blossoms, and the trout skin/asparagus were over-grilled and I felt like I was eating a well prepared charcoal briquette. Maybe I'll give this place another try next time I'm in town and hope the flavors make as much sense as the rest of the experience.

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    Stomping Grounds - Curried Chicken Salad

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    3.7(162 reviews)
    70.7 mi
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    I've driven by a few time and always see a crowd. I finally had time to stop and foot a try. I…read morenever found the right entrance but that was fine as the young waiter said you could pick up a chair and crash through the glass to find your way in if you wanted. Well I wanted but entered through the stage. I sat outside in the shade and it was very comfortable and surprisingly not that noisy with traffic, much to my delight. Weather was great! I had lovely service and although I was dressed haphazardly as I only brought winter cloths in tights and a shirt I picked up at a secondhand store as, surprise, it's hitting the high 70's today ! I ordered tomato bisque and a side of French bread. I asked for balsamic oil and was met with blank stares from the young man and his trainee but he was good and quickly asked for an explanation of what it was and after my disbelief that an Italian place didn't have it, I was served a little bowl(without oil) of a balsamic reduction. Well, that was alright for me and waited for hue bread and soup while I eavesdropped and a watch the college kids walk by. The tomato bisque with bread, olive oil, a mountain of garlic and a balsamic reduction soon was served and I did not go away hungry!! Lovely place!

    My friend and I came here for brunch and were not disappointed. We sat on the patio and enjoyed the…read morenice weather. I had the gnocchi which was very tasty. The sauce is creamy and rich and I savored every bite. I also had a vanilla laté which came in a fun mug that seems hand crafted. My friend enjoyed the BLT and her matcha laté as well. Our waitress was very kind and attentive. Very sweet girl who is newer and doing a fantastic job. There were so many great things on the menu and will definitely come back and try another dish. The photos on Yelp seem to be for a previous business. Unfortunately I did not snap any photos while I was there but here is a few shots of the dinner menu.

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    Stomping Grounds - Tomato bisque with bread, olive oil, a mountain of garlic, and a balsamic reduction.

    Tomato bisque with bread, olive oil, a mountain of garlic, and a balsamic reduction.

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    Stomping Grounds - Ham & Gruyére croissant, and Berry Mascarpone crêpe

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    Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt

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    4.4(8 reviews)
    60.7 mi
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    Not bad...not great. We decided to go and check this place…read moreout.. When we entered the place...no one was there....no hostess...no cashier...no nothing. I wasn't sure if we were supposed to help ourselves to the froyo or what... since this was our first time experience. I was hesitant about helping ourselves to the froyo...but eventually some other people entered the store and they just grabbed a plastic container and started filling up. SoOooo we proceeded to do the same. My daughter was so excited to try all the different kinds of flavors, she ended up putting a little of everything in her plastic cup. Wedding cake, cheesecake and so on. After about 10 min...a teen girl emerged from the back and waited for the other customers to check out. We eventually made our way to the topping bar, added the toppings to our froyo...then checked out. Reminder: You pay by the pound. It gets expensive fast. After checking out...we sat at a table and tried the different flavors.. Unfortunately, all the white flavors tasted the same. The only flavors that had any taste where the fruity and chocolate ones. Kinda bummed. Oh well. Lesson learned.

    I am an Orange Leaf fan. I always find them in cities with little to no vegan options, so it's the…read moreperfect place to get vegan soft serve. This location had two vegan options when I went, a cherry and a pineapple. You can also swirl the 2 flavors. I really wanted some of that cherry soft serve, but I gave up sweets for lent, so maybe next time. They also serve smoothies now. The smoothies can be made vegan by subbing almond milk. I got the Wild Mango. It was good but too icy. I'd ask for less ice next time. The place is large and clean and the employees were very friendly and helpful.

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    Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
    Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt - Topping bar. Nuts, Bobo balls, cheesecake bites, cherries, chocolate chips and much more.

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    Topping bar. Nuts, Bobo balls, cheesecake bites, cherries, chocolate chips and much more.

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