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    The Cupcake & Espresso Bar

    4.3 (494 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    They changed the frosting to some dense alternative, they also stopped putting filling in the cupcakes.

    Disgusted and dissapointed. They have clearly changed the frosting and stopped adding filling to the cupcakes. We bought banana split, raspberry and pineapple upside down. Frosting is dense and gross compared to what it use to be. This was across the 5 cupcakes we bought. What a shame they seemingly changed their cupcakes

    Miori I.

    In major need of caffeine and breakfast foods. Passing through town on the way to San Diego and Yelp directed me to The Cupcake & Espresso Bar. Seems to be a pretty popular place. Big food and drink menu, plus a large pastry bar available at the counter. I was so hungry everything looked delicious. Super friendly baristas. They all seemed to enjoy their jobs, which is nice to see. We ordered a couple breakfast sandwiches and a latte to go. And yes, we snagged a pastry. Couldn't pass up the cream cheese danish..drool. The chipotle pastrami breakfast sandwich was packed with flavor and the buttery bun was exactly what we needed. Our Vanilla Latte was just right also. Not too sweet, great espresso flavor. Winner winner!

    Daily baked goods
    Paul B.

    A service needs work. I ordered a large Spanish latte and it was overly sweet(by my taste) possibly because of the condensed milk. I asked them if they could add some drip coffee or something to help balance out the drink they said I would have to buy an additional cup of coffee whem I complained about the drink being too sweet. Her response was "... it's ALWAYS Sweet and I recommend next time you ask for an additional shot of espresso" obviously, that would have been at an additional cost. Since that was her suggestion they should have said something when I first purchased the large drink. Very disappointed. I'm a Rewards member and I frequent the location on Day Street in Moreno Valley. Now more than ever small businesses really need to rely on giving people optimal customer service. I'm not saying I expected anything for free but since your staff's attitude and opinion was so negative, telling me I should have known better after the fact, giving me that advice was completely counterproductive to my experience. An expensive lesson indeed.

    Cookie butter cupcake
    Monika A.

    I was excited to try this place because it looked so cute and yummy. I ordered off the valentines menu and got the iced salted brown sugar latte. I usually really like salted drinks (like salted caramel). I've never had a drink or even food be as salty as my drink. I tried mixing it and gave it a second chance but it was disgusting and I couldn't drink it anymore. I also got a cookie butter cupcake, it was good but nothing special. Service was okay.

    Christmas menu
    Maribel D.

    I have to say everything was so good all around. The staff answered all of my questions because I was trying to find the right coffee for myself. They had the cutest little shop decorated perfectly for Christmas. It was nothing but pleasant !

    chestnut praline
    Mandy T.

    I came here to catch up and grab coffee with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. The seasonal menu is located outside and I grabbed a quick look at it before going in when you enter the menu is written on the wall to your left. The inside is pretty spacious with plenty of tables and seats so we were able to sit down right after we ordered. The pastries looked pretty good and I'm thinking about getting them next time! It was a little busy inside with a line, but they were fast at taking orders. There was a little bit of a way, but totally understandable. My friend ordered a hazelnut latte which tasted pretty standard. I got the chestnut praline off of the holiday drink menu. It tasted nutty and good but was extremely sweet.

    Chance G.

    I stopped in towards the end of October a few days before Halloween. I have been dying to try their cupcakes. I got the chocolate cupcake, a spice cake and their turtle cupcake. My mom and sister both enjoyed the turtle cupcake and the chocolate and the spice cake was great too. It is very cute inside and I love the decor and their menu. You could order coffee as well but I was just in for the cupcakes, they were about $4 each. The staff member helping me was great as well, she let me know how popular each of the flavors I picked were. Definitely recommend

    Green velvet grinch cupcake.
    Vic V.

    The last two times I came here the lattes taste more like milk than anything. Plus the girl working the register wasn't very friendly. I'm trying my best to support small businesses....

    Iced Matcha Latte chunks at the bottom
    Kassandra S.

    This place is a great spot to grab some coffee on your way out to work/school/ or to start/ end your day! The ambience was nice & was clean I came around 10am on a Sunday & it was fairly busy. I did noticed a customer next to me frustrated that the workers were not attentive to making their drinks. I noticed the workers socializing, but when it became my turn I was attended to & received all 5 drinks in a timely manner Drinks: Matcha 5/10: I'm a big matcha fan! & there's good spots for matcha & then not so great, I think this place had good coffee & smoothies, but the match was very sweet & there were sugar chunks at the bottom of the matcha latte. Heavy on the milk & sugar Ice vanilla latte 8/10: also very sweet & milky, but that's how some people like it! It was great for us Mango Smoothie 10/10: great smoothie! Nice mango flavor & was nice & smooth. Great blend Overall, they have a large selection of drinks & some food/ pastries

    Linda K.

    This place is a legit for good coffee & some refreshers! They do also offer some homemade on bunch pastries, deli and of course cupcakes. The staffs (whoever) always offer great customer service! They have some of branches in the area and also offer app where you can earn some points and order in advance. Place is quite chic and definitely dedicated to some people who need to open laptop and just hang out here.

    Breakfast pastrami sandwich and orchata coffee

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    Overly priced and not a good flavor on the cupcakes or cake pops. I do not recommend and on top of it the employees are not friendly either.

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    I ordered the cappuccino I loved it! The place is very cute, friendly and very clean.

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    Ask the Community - The Cupcake & Espresso Bar

    Is oat milk available?

    Yes they have oat milk

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes! You can call in and request them to make them at no additional cost because they don't always have them made. They are super delicious!!

    Is there wifi at this location?

    Yes

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    I have been wanting to try this spot for awhile and I'm so glad I was finally able to…read more The girl working was so sweet and helpful. I don't like super sweet drinks so she helped me decide on an iced toffee nut white mocha, and of course I had to get some cakepops for the kids! The coffee was so good! It was just the right amount of sweet. Not too much, so it wasn't overpowering. The flavor was perfect. Sweet, with a hint of nuttiness. There are plentty of milk options, and a whole list of drinks I cant wait to come back and try! The walnut brownies looked absolutely decadent, but I really had to restrain myself considering it's bathing suit season! Hahaha! The guy making the drinks worked quickly and efficiently. He was very friendly when when my drink was ready. I really like the people who work here! The vibe here is pretty mellow. There were a few people waiting for drinks, one guy sipping coffee and working, and another couple having desserts chatting at a table. The noiselevel was low, and the music was good. All in all it was a great visit and I cant wait to come back and try more treats and drinks!

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    Green Tea "Ghiacciato" (meaning: "Icy") Blended + Kids Peppermint Hot Chocolate
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    You can order through their kiosk on the counter, online, or in-person. I did the online order.
    You can order through their kiosk on the counter, online, or in-person. I did the online order.
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    Honey Cinnamon Latte
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