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Perfect is not a word I use in reviews...on purpose. So many factors are involved in making decisions for our food choices, not to mention the establishments decisions and even the time of day! Having said that....this is the perfect Japanese bakery for me....here's why... This special shop produces well balanced, beautiful product. From the fruit tarts, to the fuwa puffs, the desserts here never disappoint. Theses delicate delights are light...not overly sweet or heavy handed. The ingredients are so fresh and the cake is airy and not heavy. Second, the attention to detail is very evident here. From the eclairs to the individual desserts, you can tell the same amount of effort went into each individual dessert, as it did in a dessert for a family or wedding. Thirdly, the customer service is professional, but warm at the same time. I have walked in for something quick, and placed an order for a week in advance, and the service was always gracious, purpose-driven, and respectful. Here are two of my favorites... The fruit tart here has been elevated to an art form. Fresh, creamy, and colorful...this dessert is the perfect addition for almost every occasion. As delicious as it is visually stunning, this dessert is something I crave. I am new to the fuwa fuwa puff, but I am now addicted. A soft ball of goodness, this tasty concoction is contrast of textures and flavors. Beautiful creamy vanilla custard is wrapped in delicate sponge cake....and it tastes like heaven! Happiness doesnt get better than this! As you have probably guessed already, but this is my place when I am surprising loved ones, or trying to impress new ones. Please enjoy my secret weapon!
Love their pastries here. Not too sweet and they are a work of Art! They also sell yummy coffee and matcha drinks here. I got their fruit tart from here and it was yummy! They didn't skimp on the fruits. Great spot to come for an afternoon dessert and caffeine pick me up!
What a surprise. My foodie friends wanted to celebrate my birthday so we got together for a breakfast buffet earlier this month where one of my friends who I haven't seen in ages surprised all of us with a jaw-dropping whole fresh fruit tart from cakeM. Located on the 3rd floor of 808 Center, cakeM offers Japanese style desserts that brings Japan to Hawaii. The attention to usage of quality ingredients and perfecting execution is definitely an attention getter. I've passed by cakeM many times when I have dinner at their neighbor Sushi Murayama but they are already closed when I go to dine at Murayama. After our Japanese breakfast buffet, I overheard a conversation between Steven U. and Nadine C. mentioning dessert and to ask the restaurant staff to bring "it" out. "It" was this jaw dropping whole fresh fruit tart from Steven U. He mentioned to our group where it's from and sure put cakeM on the map. I was in awe as I witnessed in front of me fresh fruits of strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, sliced green grapes, raspberries and mango (?) beautifully arranged on a tart crust. It had a layer of pastry cream under the fruits that all sat on a golden brown sweet pastry crust. Just amazing. Absolutely stunning. After my friends sang "Happy Birthday" song to me, I volunteered cutting this masterpiece. The restaurant provided a knife and a pie server. Thanks Steven U. for assisting me as you clearly need 2 people to serve this. I paid special attention to serve slices still in tact with the fruit still on top. It seems like each piece of fruit was inspected prior to being used. It was perfect. No blemishes, defects nor imperfection to my eye. They were appealing and sweet. The pastry cream brought a smooth and rich component to the dessert. The crust provided a nice texture contrast that had me reach out with my fork for another bite. Nom nom. To top this, we were also given a Fuwa Fuwa puff. I was stuffed by now and took my puff home and ate it a few days later. The puff had a unique spongey exterior with a light cream inside. It had just the right sweetness, yet with a rich, creamy texture. I was sad when the puff disappeared in front of me. It was really good. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried cakeM and looking forward to my visit here. A HUGE Mahalo to Steven U. for introducing us to cakeM. Your generosity and thoughtfulness blew me away. Truly blessed and grateful.
Birthday dessert in Honolulu, Hawai'i... Our friend, Steven, insisted on bringing the Birthday "cake" for our celebration. He raved about cakeM at the 808 Center on Sheridan Street. Steven picked up the 9-inch Fruit Tart to share amongst ten people. It was the right size! It came in a sturdy box and a durable bag! The packaging was elegant and practical! When the box was opened and we saw the colorful, fresh fruits, everyone's eyes grew wider and there was a silent hush as we gazed at the beauty of this amazing dessert! When we each got our slices, we discussed how excellent the crust was: thick, but flakey and buttery! The strawberries, grapes, mango, blueberries, and raspberries were the perfect contrast to the creamy, custardy filling! It wasn't too sweet, but rich enough to satisfy the sweet tooth! Thank you, Steven, for this marvelous treat! I will make sure to stop by the shop on the third floor of the 808 Center and grab some other decadent treats! Note: we added our own birthday candle
If you are a cake lover. Cake M is a must-visit in Hawaii. Neighborhood cafe with warm vibe great service. Their signature items include strawberry shortcake and the éclair--both pairing perfectly with their coffee. They also serve matcha lattes, which are especially popular in Hawaii these days, available with a variety of cold foam options so you can enjoy them just the way you like. If you are a dessert, cake lover, go and try their delcious cakes!
We ordered a cheesecake from here online for our thanksgiving dinner. The cheesecake was light and airy. Not too sweet or tart. The berries were a nice addition to the flavor. Price was reasonable, especially when compared to the prices of cheesecake now days. Staff are very friendly. If you are just picking up, there are 15 minute stalls at the entrance of the parking. Take the elevator upstairs or use the stairs. They are located right at the top of either one. There are some seats inside the bakery if you want to stay. It is very clean, but a little tight.
Came here for two tiny cakes for a birthday. A strawberry shortcake and a tiramisu cup. Needed only 2 portions, so the sizes were perfect. However, they were just a little bit smaller than I thought they'd be when looking at the photos before stopping by. $8 for a small cake cup or teeny tiny shortcake, I would not do again. The strawberry shortcake was very simple and cute, and pretty basic in taste and texture. Was in need of a bit more strawberries inside though. The tiramisu brought this rating way down. It was SO strong and SO wet. The bottom was like a soaking wet sponge that was sitting in a puddle. The mouthfeel was very unpleasant. Good service, very nice lady. Cute interior, though very small.
I was going to get sushi when I noticed this cute little shop on my way and decided to take a look inside. At first I only noticed the drinks, but then saw that there was a bunch of pastries. I decided to get their fruit tart. The fruit was perfectly proportioned with fruits and the tart itself. Not sure if I would get it again for nine dollars, but it maybe I'll try something else next time. There are a couple of tables and chairs where you could enjoy your drink and pastry if you want.
Cake M is located on the 3rd floor of 808 center, near the stairs and I'm so glad I came. I wanted to buy a little sweet for my birthday and I love panna cotta! ***What I ordered **Mango Panna Cotta (9/10) ~ I'm not a fan of the mango texture, but it went really well with the panna cotta. There was a perfect mix of refreshing and creamy taste to it all! I really do wish that they added a little more of the mango syrup/layer with the panna cotta! But it was super good and not too sweet! Overall, I actually bought the last one (so glad I did)! It was really good! Although, it was on the pricey side. Honestly, I wouldn't mind coming back! :)
The best cakes in Hawaii!! Can park across the street at the Walmart parking garage... favorites are the chocolate cake and Mont Blanc!!
Tried this place to pick up a small beautiful birthday cake and assorted extra pastries for my neighbor after seeing numerous checks in by fellow Yeeps. Beautiful yes! Ordering online easy. I inadvertently put the wrong pick up date for my neighbors pastries and was concerned about not receiving a reply. No worries because I found out they are not open everyday and pick up date was easily corrected. After reading reviews I found out you can park in one of the stalls & mention you are running upstairs to pick up an order. I love that the cakes come in assorted sizes. I was even able to purchase a mini size for my neighbor to try. Cake M suggests you order at least 2 days in advance & check their website for specific pick up times. Everything is nicely packed for safe transport. I bright a cooler with me for the drive home. Give Cake M a try if you are looking for Japanese style, not overly sweetened desserts. Support this local small business by ordering for your next special event!
"Ack! I think I bit into a lemon!" Beautiful looking, Japanese cakes and tarts made the Japanese way with little to no sugar, instead relying on the natural sweetness in milk, cream, and fruits to make a sinful indulgence. Great! But this isn't Japan where strawberries, grapes, mangoes, melons are grown with care to yield more than twice the sugar content. The result... Cheesecake - Perfectly baked. Creamy yet airy. Very tart from the cream cheese. Sweetness comes from the nuts in the crust and the rosemary infused whipped cream. Mango tart - Exactly. Tart! Straight up sour. Any sweetness in the crust and pastry cream is wiped out by a lemon / lilikoi glaze and sour mango. Extremely acidic. Fruit torte - Better. An outstanding almond crust, gently sweet almond cream and wonderful custard cream topped by orange supremes, strawberries, blueberries and grapes. Good, though using all grapes (sweetest of the fruits) would be a huge improvement. Cream puff - Outstanding. Barely golf ball size but perfect in every respect. A light and airy puff sweetened only by the dusting of powdered sugar filled with a delectable, lightly sweet custard cream. I could eat a dozen if they weren't $3 each. Advance ordering required for whole cakes. See website. Everything is made fresh daily. Prices reflect the commitment. Three slices plus a couple of cream puffs inclusive of tax and tip $38. Sadly, the "cute shop" in earlier reviews is no more, replaced by COVID era decor (tables and chairs stacked on one another pushed to the corners and boxes of take out supplies everywhere). It is not polite in Japanese culture to pass judgment on another's efforts because of personal preference so...
One of my favorite Japanese cake shops on the island. As soon as you step into the shop you'll feel like you're back in Japan. Not only are the cakes so cute and perfect, but the staff is so nice and their cake selection, while not as wide as other shops, is always carefully curated depending on seasonality with a decent variety of fruity, rich, etc. My go-to is always the mont blanc and japanese cheesecake but we recently tried their Chocolate Cake which had layers of decadent yet light chocolate cake, ganache and cream. The Pumpkin Cheesecake was a seasonal cake. i loved the different textures speckled throughout and the fact that it wasn't super sweet! And the Mixed Fruit Tart was the prettiest of them all with different fresh fruits, custard and a thick almond tart crust i've gotten my birthday and graduation cakes from here and they seriously do NOT disappoint!
She makes some of the best cakes. Period. Love her strawberry shortcake, but you really can't miss when you try any of her cakes. Her baked goods are never overly sweet and pair perfectly with a cafe drink. What makes this concept so unique is that the bakery and cafe are both located in the same area. It just makes it that much easier to enjoy very delectable baked goods and drinks when you don't need to go very far. Service is always warm and friendly, and the owner is so kind and helpful. I always like to make my way here because the interior decoration is beautiful with live plants. It definitely gives a serene feel as if you're in a Ghibli film. Every time I come here I just feel so relaxed. 5 stars always and everyone should come visit at least once to sample their goods! read more
Such a gorgeous gorgeous cafe!! Side note: It is two businesses in one shop. Cafe Lapin and CakeM. The drinks were not only good but look beautiful too! The fruit tart I had was not too sweet either which is perfect! Plenty of fruits, cream, and tart pastry ratio. 10/10 spectacular! The vibes here were also so calming. Great place to study or just chat with friends. There's a few seatings indoor but a lot more outside. read more
6 months ago
Small, cute bake shop located on the 3rd floor of the 808 center on Sheridan Street. We decided to check it out after lunch and reading some reviews. Restrooms are located outside and you need a code. There is valet parking, or you can attempt street or walmart if you are daring. We ordered a mini strawberry cake and a slice of chocolate cake, along with a tiramisu cup. Total for 3 desserts $28 and change. They may look small, but they are filling and not too sweet. Strawberry: excellent light fluffy sponge, sweet strawberries, and whipped cream 10/10 Tiramisu: chocolate forward, wish there was more coffee flavoring, sponge on the bottom was super saturated, and a little gritty. 5/10 Chocolate cake: Beautiful, fluffy looking but actually dense sponge. Good chocolate flavor, not too sweet. 4/10 The woman working was nice, the young man with her, not so much. read more
Perfect is not a word I use in reviews...on purpose. So many factors are involved in making decisions for our food choices, not to mention the establishments decisions and even the time of day! Having said that....this is the perfect Japanese bakery for me....here's why... This special shop produces well balanced, beautiful product. From the fruit tarts, to the fuwa puffs, the desserts here never disappoint. Theses delicate delights are light...not overly sweet or heavy handed. The ingredients are so fresh and the cake is airy and not heavy. Second, the attention to detail is very evident here. From the eclairs to the individual desserts, you can tell the same amount of effort went into each individual dessert, as it did in a dessert for a family or wedding. Thirdly, the customer service is professional, but warm at the same time. I have walked in for something quick, and placed an order for a week in advance, and the service was always gracious, purpose-driven, and respectful. Here are two of my favorites... The fruit tart here has been elevated to an art form. Fresh, creamy, and colorful...this dessert is the perfect addition for almost every occasion. As delicious as it is visually stunning, this dessert is something I crave. I am new to the fuwa fuwa puff, but I am now addicted. A soft ball of goodness, this tasty concoction is contrast of textures and flavors. Beautiful creamy vanilla custard is wrapped in delicate sponge cake....and it tastes like heaven! Happiness doesnt get better than this! As you have probably guessed already, but this is my place when I am surprising loved ones, or trying to impress new ones. Please enjoy my secret weapon! read more
5 months ago
Love their pastries here. Not too sweet and they are a work of Art! They also sell yummy coffee and matcha drinks here. I got their fruit tart from here and it was yummy! They didn't skimp on the fruits. Great spot to come for an afternoon dessert and caffeine pick me up! read more
What a surprise. My foodie friends wanted to celebrate my birthday so we got together for a breakfast buffet earlier this month where one of my friends who I haven't seen in ages surprised all of us with a jaw-dropping whole fresh fruit tart from cakeM. Located on the 3rd floor of 808 Center, cakeM offers Japanese style desserts that brings Japan to Hawaii. The attention to usage of quality ingredients and perfecting execution is definitely an attention getter. I've passed by cakeM many times when I have dinner at their neighbor Sushi Murayama but they are already closed when I go to dine at Murayama. After our Japanese breakfast buffet, I overheard a conversation between Steven U. and Nadine C. mentioning dessert and to ask the restaurant staff to bring "it" out. "It" was this jaw dropping whole fresh fruit tart from Steven U. He mentioned to our group where it's from and sure put cakeM on the map. I was in awe as I witnessed in front of me fresh fruits of strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, sliced green grapes, raspberries and mango (?) beautifully arranged on a tart crust. It had a layer of pastry cream under the fruits that all sat on a golden brown sweet pastry crust. Just amazing. Absolutely stunning. After my friends sang "Happy Birthday" song to me, I volunteered cutting this masterpiece. The restaurant provided a knife and a pie server. Thanks Steven U. for assisting me as you clearly need 2 people to serve this. I paid special attention to serve slices still in tact with the fruit still on top. It seems like each piece of fruit was inspected prior to being used. It was perfect. No blemishes, defects nor imperfection to my eye. They were appealing and sweet. The pastry cream brought a smooth and rich component to the dessert. The crust provided a nice texture contrast that had me reach out with my fork for another bite. Nom nom. To top this, we were also given a Fuwa Fuwa puff. I was stuffed by now and took my puff home and ate it a few days later. The puff had a unique spongey exterior with a light cream inside. It had just the right sweetness, yet with a rich, creamy texture. I was sad when the puff disappeared in front of me. It was really good. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried cakeM and looking forward to my visit here. A HUGE Mahalo to Steven U. for introducing us to cakeM. Your generosity and thoughtfulness blew me away. Truly blessed and grateful. read more
Birthday dessert in Honolulu, Hawai'i... Our friend, Steven, insisted on bringing the Birthday "cake" for our celebration. He raved about cakeM at the 808 Center on Sheridan Street. Steven picked up the 9-inch Fruit Tart to share amongst ten people. It was the right size! It came in a sturdy box and a durable bag! The packaging was elegant and practical! When the box was opened and we saw the colorful, fresh fruits, everyone's eyes grew wider and there was a silent hush as we gazed at the beauty of this amazing dessert! When we each got our slices, we discussed how excellent the crust was: thick, but flakey and buttery! The strawberries, grapes, mango, blueberries, and raspberries were the perfect contrast to the creamy, custardy filling! It wasn't too sweet, but rich enough to satisfy the sweet tooth! Thank you, Steven, for this marvelous treat! I will make sure to stop by the shop on the third floor of the 808 Center and grab some other decadent treats! Note: we added our own birthday candle read more
9 months ago
If you are a cake lover. Cake M is a must-visit in Hawaii. Neighborhood cafe with warm vibe great service. Their signature items include strawberry shortcake and the éclair--both pairing perfectly with their coffee. They also serve matcha lattes, which are especially popular in Hawaii these days, available with a variety of cold foam options so you can enjoy them just the way you like. If you are a dessert, cake lover, go and try their delcious cakes! read more
2 years ago
We ordered a cheesecake from here online for our thanksgiving dinner. The cheesecake was light and airy. Not too sweet or tart. The berries were a nice addition to the flavor. Price was reasonable, especially when compared to the prices of cheesecake now days. Staff are very friendly. If you are just picking up, there are 15 minute stalls at the entrance of the parking. Take the elevator upstairs or use the stairs. They are located right at the top of either one. There are some seats inside the bakery if you want to stay. It is very clean, but a little tight. read more
Came here for two tiny cakes for a birthday. A strawberry shortcake and a tiramisu cup. Needed only 2 portions, so the sizes were perfect. However, they were just a little bit smaller than I thought they'd be when looking at the photos before stopping by. $8 for a small cake cup or teeny tiny shortcake, I would not do again. The strawberry shortcake was very simple and cute, and pretty basic in taste and texture. Was in need of a bit more strawberries inside though. The tiramisu brought this rating way down. It was SO strong and SO wet. The bottom was like a soaking wet sponge that was sitting in a puddle. The mouthfeel was very unpleasant. Good service, very nice lady. Cute interior, though very small. read more
2 years ago
I was going to get sushi when I noticed this cute little shop on my way and decided to take a look inside. At first I only noticed the drinks, but then saw that there was a bunch of pastries. I decided to get their fruit tart. The fruit was perfectly proportioned with fruits and the tart itself. Not sure if I would get it again for nine dollars, but it maybe I'll try something else next time. There are a couple of tables and chairs where you could enjoy your drink and pastry if you want. read more
3 years ago
Cake M is located on the 3rd floor of 808 center, near the stairs and I'm so glad I came. I wanted to buy a little sweet for my birthday and I love panna cotta! ***What I ordered **Mango Panna Cotta (9/10) ~ I'm not a fan of the mango texture, but it went really well with the panna cotta. There was a perfect mix of refreshing and creamy taste to it all! I really do wish that they added a little more of the mango syrup/layer with the panna cotta! But it was super good and not too sweet! Overall, I actually bought the last one (so glad I did)! It was really good! Although, it was on the pricey side. Honestly, I wouldn't mind coming back! :) read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
Tried this place to pick up a small beautiful birthday cake and assorted extra pastries for my neighbor after seeing numerous checks in by fellow Yeeps. Beautiful yes! Ordering online easy. I inadvertently put the wrong pick up date for my neighbors pastries and was concerned about not receiving a reply. No worries because I found out they are not open everyday and pick up date was easily corrected. After reading reviews I found out you can park in one of the stalls & mention you are running upstairs to pick up an order. I love that the cakes come in assorted sizes. I was even able to purchase a mini size for my neighbor to try. Cake M suggests you order at least 2 days in advance & check their website for specific pick up times. Everything is nicely packed for safe transport. I bright a cooler with me for the drive home. Give Cake M a try if you are looking for Japanese style, not overly sweetened desserts. Support this local small business by ordering for your next special event! read more
"Ack! I think I bit into a lemon!" Beautiful looking, Japanese cakes and tarts made the Japanese way with little to no sugar, instead relying on the natural sweetness in milk, cream, and fruits to make a sinful indulgence. Great! But this isn't Japan where strawberries, grapes, mangoes, melons are grown with care to yield more than twice the sugar content. The result... Cheesecake - Perfectly baked. Creamy yet airy. Very tart from the cream cheese. Sweetness comes from the nuts in the crust and the rosemary infused whipped cream. Mango tart - Exactly. Tart! Straight up sour. Any sweetness in the crust and pastry cream is wiped out by a lemon / lilikoi glaze and sour mango. Extremely acidic. Fruit torte - Better. An outstanding almond crust, gently sweet almond cream and wonderful custard cream topped by orange supremes, strawberries, blueberries and grapes. Good, though using all grapes (sweetest of the fruits) would be a huge improvement. Cream puff - Outstanding. Barely golf ball size but perfect in every respect. A light and airy puff sweetened only by the dusting of powdered sugar filled with a delectable, lightly sweet custard cream. I could eat a dozen if they weren't $3 each. Advance ordering required for whole cakes. See website. Everything is made fresh daily. Prices reflect the commitment. Three slices plus a couple of cream puffs inclusive of tax and tip $38. Sadly, the "cute shop" in earlier reviews is no more, replaced by COVID era decor (tables and chairs stacked on one another pushed to the corners and boxes of take out supplies everywhere). It is not polite in Japanese culture to pass judgment on another's efforts because of personal preference so... read more
One of my favorite Japanese cake shops on the island. As soon as you step into the shop you'll feel like you're back in Japan. Not only are the cakes so cute and perfect, but the staff is so nice and their cake selection, while not as wide as other shops, is always carefully curated depending on seasonality with a decent variety of fruity, rich, etc. My go-to is always the mont blanc and japanese cheesecake but we recently tried their Chocolate Cake which had layers of decadent yet light chocolate cake, ganache and cream. The Pumpkin Cheesecake was a seasonal cake. i loved the different textures speckled throughout and the fact that it wasn't super sweet! And the Mixed Fruit Tart was the prettiest of them all with different fresh fruits, custard and a thick almond tart crust i've gotten my birthday and graduation cakes from here and they seriously do NOT disappoint! read more
8 months ago
3 years ago
We ordered a birthday cake for a relative. It was a small maybe 6inch Paid roughly $100 for it. No problems there as it was advertised and it's what we paid for. Here's the problem though, When we received the cake we had to sign a waiver for damages and such(something we never had to do at other bakeries) so kind of a red flag there. We left thinking. Nothing of it though. We noticed when we got to the car though, that the cake was already hitting the side of the box, like it was basically ruined lol We opened up the box to find that the cake itself was deflating on one side and drooping. It literally looked like the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was so shameful to present to our relative. He was obviously disappointed too. The taste of the cake was nothing special but it wasn't terrible. Very disappointed for the amount we paid and the result we got, unable to do much because of the waiver we had to sign. Buyers beware of this cake shop, i would highly recommend somewhere else. read more
3 years ago
Cake M is located on Sheridan on the 3rd floor and has a pretty good view from the tables outside. Inside the shop seemed to be overrun with boxes and clutter. We ordered 3 pieces of cake for about $26 and a lemonade ran about $6. The cake slices were very small (see picture). The woman who was running the shop was pretty rude. I asked for a glass of water and was given the water but also got a heavy eye roll to go along with it. My cheesecake tasted dry but I am not the most cultured guy and maybe it's supposed to be like that. I brought the chocolate cake, pictured below, back to my son who liked it alot. For the price and the service definitely won't be back. read more
Needed a birthday cake for my better half's BFF and I chose cakeM. First I checked online to see what' s avail and those strawberry shortcakes automatically caught my attention. The website said you need 2 days in advance to order, but I also wanted to see samples in-store if there were any available. So last week Thur was actually my first time in to cakeM. CakeM is located on the 3rd floor of 808 Center corner of Rycroft & Sheridan. Really cute shop and was actually greeted by a customer who asked me "How beautiful is that bouquet of flowers?" They have been in business for 5 years now, Happy 5th year anniversary!!! When it came to my turn, I told the girl I knew exactly what I wanted with a simple birthday message. She told me it'll be ready come Sat anytime from noon-5pm. Looking at the glass case of desserts and pastries, I may have ate some of these items in the past not knowing it was from here. Got my receipt and grabbed a business card, so tiny like the size of a stick of gum. I returned yesterday to pick up the cake and saw how beautifully decorated it was!!! read more
5 years ago
Want a fresh good tasting desert? cakeM fits the bill. My wife ordered the strawberry short cake and I ordered the fruit roll cake. Both cakes were airy and the frosting was light and not overly sweet. We both agreed the cakes were good. A little pricey but will be back if in the area and craving a good cake. The service fast and friendly. Stay safe and support local. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I'm shocked over the many high starred reviews. This was below average especially given the price and size. The eclairs' choux pastry was mushy wet texture. The green tea and caramel cream were just meh. I'm sure it was an old batch. Thought I was going to have the world's best eclairs but sadly not a chance. Probably one of the worst I've had. Their best seller fruit tart was below average as well. I've had many fruit tarts to last me a lifetime but thought a $9 tiny one would at least be decent. Tart was hard and old, custard was meh. Only thing that saved it was the fruits. No greeting when you entered and indifferent service read more
Located in the 808 center 3rd floor. Wanted to try as I seen people rave about their cakes and dessert! Very cute space! From the display they had about 10 different varieties that looked so good! The cashier was fast and I liked that they let you know or ask you about any allergies you have and let you know the ingredients. She even made sure I know the tiramisu had rim and if it was okay. Small and a little pricey than other similar bakeries but I think it's worth it. Got the tiramisu and fruit tart! Fruit tart was so good, light, not overly sweet, crust not to hard and crumbly which I don't prefer it was just right! Custard layer was yummy and fruits generous. I think it was $6 for the slice. Tiramisu with coffee, chocolate and rum so good! Flavor was decadent but not overly sweet or rich. Def want to try other stiff when I can treat myself to some nice light desserts. read more
4 years ago
I gave up on La Palme D'Or in Ala Moana because they just got SO BAD... So I was looking for a new cake place & found cakeM! I ordered the 5inch cakeM Signature Strawberry Shortcake: Fluffy Vanilla Sponge with Fresh Strawberry and Fresh Whipped Cream PROS: TASTE The sponge cake itself was a little more dense than La Palme D'Or but still so yummy!! Everything about this cake was FRESH -- creme, bread, & fruits! CONS: - Pretty pricey!! The 5 inch will serve approximately 4 to 6 people & was $58 + tax. - They are also located in a small/hidden shop & I would have never found this location if they weren't on Yelp! - They have extremely weird hours/only open on weird days.. - Their website is a little too simple & doesn't have much info... They didn't label their cake sizes on the website & were being really weird about letting me know which cake size is a good estimate for the ones in the photos... like they we're refusing to tell me & we're gatekeeping it for some reason... read more
I ordered Thanksgiving desserts " Pumpkin cheesecake " at cakeM. I ordered on line, for payment and choosing pick up time. I went to pick up at 11 am, on time, it was very smooth, I didn't even have to wait, my cake was ready to pick up. Receptionist lady was so friendly and gave me catalogs of cake in Christmas. Pumpkin cheese cake was so delicious, I loved pumpkin seeds on top and bottom crusts, so crunchy and in the middle I tasted pieces of pumpkin. Yes. I will order for Christmas cake next month. I am really looking forward. There are varieties of cake, I cannot decide which cake would be... I am so excited already !! read more
4 years ago
Was searching for a strawberry shortcake off Yelp and cakeM came up in the top. My mom picked them up and brought two small cakes home for us to try. The cakes sat in the fridge for a couple hours. I took one and unwrapped the plastic around the sides. I could cut into it top to bottom effortlessly with a plastic fork. Good sign the cake was light and fluffy. The first bite was a mix of light cream almost cool whip in taste and texture. The cake a very light, it reminded me of a lady finger. Overall the strawberry shortcake was a perfect light cake just as I would expect one to be. If you don't mind paying a little extra for this cake, it is worth trying! read more
3 years ago
Ordered my mom a 4" strawberry shortcake for her birthday. The cake plus a small bag came out to about $60 The cake itself was pretty good, there was a lot of strawberries and it wasn't really that sweet. Most of the cake is covered/ filled with whipped cream so you Definitely need to keep it in a cool place or refrigerated which they do say when you order. I would definitely come back and get this cake again. read more
Cute little cake shop. Ordered the fruit roll cake and it was pretty good. The cake was moist, fruit was fresh and crisp and overall it was not too sweet. There were a lot of other items I really wanted to try but it will have to wait until my next visit back to Oahu! read more
2 years ago
CakeM is such a small cute bakery that can be missed if you don't know about them. They are located on the 3rd floor in Suite 308 of the 808 Sheridan. I usually find street parking, but perhaps you can ask and park on the side by the valet parking if you're just doing a quick pick-up. A cute patisserie shop with a homely feel with cute decor! Their many cake holders on the shelves behind the counter, made you feel you're in their bakery workroom. I've discovered this place when was looking for Miss Chen's cake, I just so happened to be wandering around and found this bakery first. They have variety of bake goods of cakes, cookies, tarts, and pastries, but a limited amount of each. Everything seemed to be made with a lot of love and perfection. Can be a little pricey, but so unique, pretty and perfect for gifts if not for yourself. Pastries/cakes were placed in a cute take out box(es) which made it even more special to surprise anyone with their pastries/cakes. I would suggest the individual cakes to give for anyone's birthday! I purchased their individual strawberry shortcake a couple of times and I loved this over a cupcake. Whipped cream frosting was light and not too sweet. So petite and perfect for that special someone. They have special cakes for special occasions and even their special ordered graduation cookie lei! Postings of the their items can be found on their Instagram page. So far, I've tried their delicious scones, tarts, coffee snowball cookie, pastries and the strawberry shortcake! It has been a while since I last visited, but few times I was in the area, I always make sure to dropped by. Just need to double check their business days/hours since I did make a mistake once and came on their closed day, Mondays. They are open from Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-5pm. Sundays and Mondays are their closed days but are open for preordered pick up only. See their 24/7 online store. If you're looking for something different and in their area, it's worth stopping by. Service was great. Thanks for reading my review =) read more
5 years ago
Thank you fellow yelper Donna O. For posting this place. Decided to go and see and try what they have. Well my eyes got big looking at the strawberry shortcake so I decided to buy it and my husband saw the fruit rolled cake. I also looked at the cookies too. Well came home after the yelp event and low and behold it was very very good the strawberry shortcake was light and not heavy with frosting it was whipped cream frosting so good. The fruit rolled cake was good too. Lots of fruit strawberry, blueberries, and my husband said grapes too. Didn't try the cookies yet but will try them later. We will be back. So good. Support local and still wear your masks. read more
3 years ago
We were on our way to dinner at Sushi Murayama. Kind of surprised to find this excellent little bakery nearby on the third floor of the 808 Center. But not so surprised that I missed out on anything. If you've read any of my other O'ahu reviews, you know I'm not one to let a bakery get by me. No sir. Since we were about to enjoy some great sushi, I knew whatever I picked out would have to wait until after dinner. It was just before closing time, not really the best time to visit a great bakery like this. Nevertheless there were plenty of delights to choose from. Cakes are the specialty here. They're just beautiful! So we considered buying a whole cake. Well, I considered it anyway. When I saw the look on my wife's face as I made the suggestion that we purchase a whole cake I knew I had to add, "Just kidding." You learn ninja moves like that when you've been married as long as I have. I kicked it down a notch and ordered a couple cream puffs. My wife smiled. After dinner, on the drive back to Haleiwa we broke out those cream puffs. I'm telling you, they were spectacular. Just the absolutely perfect way to end the day. And those cream puffs convinced me that next time I visit, it will definitely be earlier in the day so I can see what other specialties are available. In addition to whole cakes, they do have some cakes by the slice. Before we left, a sexy little slice of ganache covered chocolate cake caught my eye. Mikey C says: Damn straight I'm going back for some of that chocolate cake! read more
6 years ago
Stopped by to purchase some cakes for my bfs birthday. This year instead of buying a whole cake I decided to purchase different individual cakes. In total I got 6 pieces and it came out to be about $40. That also include the $1 for a birthday sign and 60 cents for a candle lol. Since I went on a Wednesday they had mont blanc (chestnut cake) this is only available on Wednesday's and I snatched the last one! It was yummy the crust was crispy while the chestnut paste was creamy but not too sweet. It is also mango season so I got a mango tart too (seasonal item). The mangos were sweet and the tart filling had a citrusy taste to it. My fave of the bunch was the fruit tart. The tart have various fresh fruits topped on a custard cream tart. The crazy was yummy and crunchy while the custard was very creamy. I would def get this again. I didn't get to try the other cakes since other people ate them...:( Even though these cakes are on the higher end in price I would definitely come back for the fruit tart! read more
3 years ago
Was on the hunt for a good fruit tart for a birthday and came across cake M. I ordered the 7inch fruit tart. It says it will serve around 6 people but we ate it easily with 4 people. But the tart was so good and I can't wait to go back and try different cakes! read more
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