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    $70 Expectation Vs. What I got.
    Rob R.

    Ordered a cake here, was asked to show Jen a pic of what I wanted. Was given a price of $70. Which was fine, BUT when I picked it up, it looked more like $20-30 quality cake. It was so lopsided, it looked so bad I didn't even take it to the BiRTHDAY DiNNER! I respect the hustle, but charge accordingly hun.

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    Dylan S.

    We ordered some cakes from Jen for our daughter's birthday, and they were incredible! Everyone kept asking where we got them, and the wife and I legitimately think it's one of the best cakes we've had. The cake is light and fluffy, the icing is on point, and it's just the right level of sweetness! I highly recommend getting some cakes/cupcakes from Jen for your event!

    Elsa birthday cake!

    would definitely recommend! She was so easy to work with and made sure that the cake was ready just in time so that it was fresh! It was beautiful and delicious and almost completely gone at the end of the party! I Was asked several time for the baker by other parents. also in response to previous comments, we picked up the cake about two hours before it was served and brought it outside where it's sat for an additional hour after singing happy birthday and the cake did totally fine, no melting or slipping!

    A ***** cake. The whipped cream was like water. We kept it in the fridge all day soon as we took it out melted within 15 min.
    Giovanna C.

    I had high expectations of this place I needed a birthday cake for my moms birthday paid almost $100 for a piece of nothing by the time we got the cake the cream was like water so the top 4 tier cake started to lean sideways by the time we sang happy birthday and she blew out the candles it was completely side ways! Are you kidding me ?? A waste of money you can tell there is no care in the world for these cakes. The whipped cream was like WATER.

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    Avani T.

    I couldn't be more impressed with Bento Bakes. This small little shop off of 183N in Austin is one of the best cake places here! I had been looking for something very specific...a cake where they could make a single cake that was half chocolate and half vanilla, a cake that could be shaped into Beaker, the Muppet, AND one that would be done well in just a matter of a few days. Every other place I had tried to call during that very busy week either took forever to get back to me or weren't going to be able to do it for one reason or another. Bento Bakes customer service and creativity was just what I needed. I wanted this cake to surprise my sister who was turning 50 and who also loves Beaker. Bento Bakes came through. You can see in the photo how perfect the cake looked! But what about taste? I am sure you are wondering. The vanilla and chocolate were a bit hit. I tried both and they were moist and flavorful. Everyone at my sister's party loved the cake and design. They will charge you half up front and the other half when you pick up your cake. It wasn't cheapest but you definitely get what you pay for. This cake was fantastic! Go with Bento Bakes for your next big event where you need a fancy custom cake and want to impress everyone there with the quality!

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    Couldn't recommend enough. Makes amazing cakes for my daughter every year. Excellent service is the icing on the cake

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    This time we needed an Olivia Rodrigo themed cake and Jen was able to make it happen yet again!

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    Caroline

    Caroline

    4.2
    (1.7k reviews)
    13.7 mi
    $$

    The customer service was very hospitable. My spouse didn't like his food and they brought him…read moreanother entree on the house. The staff were super friendly Rachel and Esme were great.

    RE: Business owner information General Manager…read more Business Manager Jul 17, 2026 Hi Paul, Thank you for your detailed feedback. While we're glad you joined us, I'm sorry to hear your breakfast experience didn't meet expectations. We'll be reviewing your comments with our culinary team to improve consistency. We appreciate you giving us a try and hope to provide a better experience in the future. Warm regards, Wes Brown It's great to receive a response from the business manager regarding our experience at their restaurant, but all four us thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast. We had absolutely no complaints regarding our dining experience. Caroline is affiliated with the Marriott Element and Aloft hotels and that, I believe, where the affiliation ends. I try to avoid hotel eateries but I've had great dining experiences at hotels like the JW Marriott in Austin. We, four, stopped by on a Sunday AM for breakfast and we had a great time. They do have brunch cocktails available and their bloody Mary's were deemed excellent with just the right amount of spice. My bloody Maria was on point and we all got our Sunday Funday started. Breakfast was wonderful. Our eggs arrived cooked perfectly. The pepper bacon and real potato sides were off the charts delicious. They also offer a few TexMex breakfast options and Plus one was raving about her Huevos Rancheros plate. Service was excellent even though they became busy our server was very attentive. Pro tip: Sat and Sun AMs if you arrive early you can easily score a table.

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    Open kitchen so you can see how clean it is in there.
    Spinach and feta omelette

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    Tinys Milk & Cookies - Austin

    Tinys Milk & Cookies - Austin

    4.3
    (255 reviews)
    11.1 mi
    $$$

    My Yelp pal Alyssa got me hooked on Tiny's. Hooked real bad…read more OMCookie are they yummy! They've got other things besides cookies like croissants, donuts, muffins, and donut holes. Thus far, I've only had cookies. First time was when said friend gifted me a rather ginormous chocolate chip cookie that melted in my mouth. Couldn't get it in my belly fast enough. Since I've been going on my own I've also had the lemon crinkle cookie as well as the chocolate crinkle and the double chocolate chip. All are enough to put my head in a tizzy state of intoxication from their sugary goodness. I'll have to say the double chocolate chip cookie is my favorite. That is, as I type this. I'm sure during my next visit it'll be another cookie. Perhaps the lemon will move forward in my line of faves. No matter because as I said, it's all delicious goodness. Baked love. Perfectly baked. Yummy. Pure cookie bliss.

    If you are looking for a place to get your sweet tooth fix, Tinys Milk & Cookies is the place to…read morego! Soft ooey gooey chocolate chip cookies. They are HUGE!! Staff is friendly. All smiles and very patient as I was being indecisive on what to get but ended up getting all Chocolate Chip. I didn't really see a spot to sit but I also did just pick up and left. The outside is super cute and can definitely be a good photo opportunity. I initially Yelp for ice cream but this spot popped up and I couldn't say no. It was a good spot to check out if you love cookies. Prices are a bit high but would make great gifts or for you to eat. Tips: *Credit card accepted *Small parking lot.

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    Cheddar scone, ham and cheese croissant, glazed donut
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    Texas Bakery

    Texas Bakery

    4.5
    (47 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    Unfortunately, I don't think I'll ever come back I this place again…read more I got about 10 pastries back on Mother's Day and they tasted 2 days old. On top of that I bought 4 egg tarts to bring to a friend's house. I bought the stuff around 10am and got to my friend's house at 3pm(same day) by the time I took the egg tarts out of the back they were moldy!! I was mortified. I guy at the register was nice to me. But I'm surprised if he didn't see there was mold either that or they were 2 days old which is why they had mold on them since it usually takes 2 days to develop due to moisture and being out. I really wanted to like this place, and debated posting this but it looks like there are no recent reviews so had to give an update.

    Chinese/Taiwanese bakery. A little hard to find because their signage is small and it didn't even…read morelook open from the street. Located in the corner of the plaza (next to the grocery store). Cute little bakery with a sweet older lady who speaks zero English but was nonetheless extremely welcoming and kind. She even gave my toddler a complimentary macaron. Sweet. I am usually pretty adventurous with trying new pastries/snacks and it generally works out well. Unfortunately, I did not like most of the things we took home that day (my husband agreed). A taro egg ball thing -- not fans. A gelatinous rice blob inside a bamboo leaf (believe it's called Zongzi) -- also didn't work for us. Finally, the beef puff (which seemed like a safe bet) fell short of expectations. It's my fault -- I ignored that part that said "beef floss." It had a stringy/processed texture that I just didn't like. I just wasn't a fan of the flavors/textures -- but obviously that's subjective. I did enjoy the garlic bread we also thankfully bought -- it was soft and flavorful. If you're not familiar with the foods, I'd recommend making sure you get a few "safe" items like the cream bread or garlic bread. Ultimately, even though I wasn't crazy about most of what I tried, it was a cute little shop with a nice lady running it.

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    ThoroughBread

    ThoroughBread

    4.7
    (161 reviews)
    14.4 mi
    $$

    This bakery seriously might have the best cookies in Austin. Perfect texture, rich flavor, and…read moresomehow always fresh and satisfying every single time. Definitely one of those places that keeps you thinking about the cookie long after you leave. Everything else in the bakery also looks amazing, but the cookies are absolutely the star of the show. One important thing to note for first-time visitors: be very careful with parking. The lot next door apparently boots cars almost immediately if they see you park there and walk toward the bakery. It's not the bakery's fault, but it's definitely something customers should be aware of before visiting. Parking headache aside, this place is 100% worth the trip.

    Thoroughbread bakery is tucked away in a residential area behind South Lamar. I saw a post on…read moresocial media touting ThoroughBread cookies as the best cookies they have ever eaten. Wow, that was a bold claim! I finally got the opportunity to try ThoroughBread cookies and they were quite yummy. These cookies are like no other cookies I have eaten. I got the chocolate chip cookies with pecans. They had the texture of gingerbread cookies and were huge. They were gooey in the middle, perfectly crisp on the outside, and rich without being eye-squinting sweet. The chocolate chip cookies had welcoming textures and flavors. In addition, my server was kind and patient as I made my selection. You could taste the quality of ingredients, and each mouthful was progressively delicious. Definitely try Thoroughbread cookies for yourself. You're in for a treat.

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    Comadre Panaderia

    Comadre Panaderia

    4.7
    (79 reviews)
    13.8 mi

    Tasty bakery. And for those that say it's expensive, then you haven't had good bakery items…read morebefore. The line was long but went fast. The inside has a view of the food and a view of the kitchen and the hard working chefs. Treat yourself and support one of the best run and fair employee paying businesses in Texas.

    Comadre has been on my list to check out for some time now, and I'm happy we finally stopped by!…read moreGot here around 8:30-8:40 am on a Saturday morning and there was a short line already, but nothing too crazy. Would recommend getting here before 9 am if you're looking to grab something specific. Service is a tad slow, but the line moves pretty steadily. In terms of overall space, there's a connected lot with a decent amount of parking spots available which is great. There's also benches/stools outside so you can enjoy your treats while they're fresh. Pink Cake ($7, 4.5/5) - I liked how the "cake" base itself is more hearty (with corn as the main ingredient) - The buttercream is a very pretty pink, which matches the overall aesthetic of Comadre. It's a tad sweet, but works overall. Empanadas ($7 each, 5/5) - Great savory option! The filling consists of stewed chickpeas, poblano chilies, cheddar cheese. - Comes with a side of tomatillo sauce which adds some nice tang. Overall, really enjoyed our experience! I had just recently watched an Austin PBS episode that featured Comadre - would recommend checking the video out as it highlights a lot of the thought/consideration that goes into this business! Excited to come by next time I'm in the area & checking out other items on the menu.

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    Omg Squee

    Omg Squee

    4.4
    (432 reviews)
    15.1 mi
    $

    One of our favorite post-pool summer treats! The kids especially enjoy the Violet Crown and Brown…read moreSugar Milk Tea soft serve, which they wish were a full time menu item. But perhaps best of all in their eyes--the icy cold patio self-serve water. "No one else gets their water so cold! " Will be back often and recommend to friends!

    TLDR: Delicious ube ice cream. You can get it swirled but for first timers, just get the ube --…read moreit's fantastic. Skip the toppings so you can savor the creaminess. Parking is limited -- only a few narrow spots outside. Okay wow. The ube ice cream here is out-of-this-world. Came here with my hubby and two toddlers and we got one cone to share (the kids just get a little bit). This is usually enough but I felt like I wanted MORE. It was so creamy and flavorful. We kept it simple -- fish cone with nutella and ube soft serve. We had the option of swirling it with a milk tea ice cream but it had a little bit of caffeine so no good. Glad the choice was made for us -- the ube was perfect on its own. Also happy we skipped the toppings since the creaminess really came through. They sell mochi donuts too -- they were pretty good but not as good as the ice cream. Parking is limited but we had no issue snagging a spot at 430pm on a Sunday. Only a few narrow spots outside (no official lot). Full disclosure -- both my daughter and I had tummy aches after eating this ice cream and you know what? I have zero regrets! It was that good.

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    Bee eating omg squee
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    Vanilla chai and Ube swirl
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    Bento Bakes - cupcakes - Updated August 2026

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