Back in the day, this was THE place to get your special occasion cake. Birthdays, weddings, baby showers, graduations...if you needed a cake, chances are you came to Cakes Plus. They've been a DMV staple for years and have built a solid reputation in the community. They've since moved into a much larger space, but they're still in Laurel and in the same shopping center. The new location is bright, clean, and has plenty of room to browse their cakes and baking supplies. The cake and cupcakes were fresh, moist, and exactly what I expected. Their designs are always top-tier, and more importantly, they taste just as good. The staff was friendly, and my order was ready on time. It's nice to see a longtime local business continue to THRIVE. In my opinion, they are still the "IT GIRL!!!" read more

I've tried their German Chocolate cupcake and I enjoyed it - it was rich, moist, and flavorful. They have a great selection of other flavors and seem to have a good variety of party and food decorations. The space is large and clean. Parking is easy! This place has potential but they could improve on their customer service and the floor space design. Overall, I'd recommend! Update: I love that business owner, Ms. Laura responded to my comment so promptly. Oof, I know what it's like to be on a short staffed team and I thank y'all for maintaining a decent respectable atmosphere in spite of the circumstances. Despite that, what you got cooking back there, oh it's something good!!! I look forward to visiting again. read more

New location and it's huge! The new locations have plenty of parking and lots of space for shopping baking goods, test tasting, and ready to go baked items. We got twelve cupcakes and they are delicious! The prices are expensive but it's worth it! read more

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Just good cake. As I've said, I don't like cake but their cake, I truly enjoy and they always come through with the cute decorations they've expanded their service- rightfully so. read more

Date of service: Dec 5, 2024 Ambiance: So spacious a definite plus/upgrade from the previous location Food/Cake: YUMMMM YUMMMM! The quality of their cakes has not changed. I've been a customer of Cakes Plus for over 30 years and the recipe is still so very flavorful. I wanted a special cake for my daughter's 18th bday and trip to New York for the weekend. She enjoys Broadway shows and of course shopping. This cake was driven on Dec 6th with us to New York. We cut it on Saturday Dec 7th. It did great on the ride there. You just have to make sure you have a flat surface. It was lemon flavor of course and YES anyone I purchase a cake for unless allergic they get the flavor I like! Bonus: she was happy and we brought home extra for other family. read more

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I was in the area and decided to give Cake Plus a try. Will not return. There were two women working behind the case - one tall and one shorter. The shorter (working the cake side) was authentically pleasant and friendly. The taller (working the cupcake side) was not - fake nice and barely able to hide her impatience. That aside, I purchased a dozen cupcakes that cost $52.25 and they were not worth the money AT ALL. The buttercream and cream cheese frostings were good but the vanilla and red velvet cakes were flavorless. Purchased: Chocolate with buttercream - ok Vanilla with buttercream - ok Peach cobbler - meh Strawberry shortcake - gross Pink champagne - meh Red velvet with cream cheese frostings - meh/only frosting good read more

I love the cupcakes at Cakes Plus! The cupcake display case has some many delicious options it makes it challenging to decide which ones to buy. Some of the cupcakes are special and cost $4.50 each. I know the price differs if the cupcake has buttercream icing. I purchased a dozen of cupcakes which totaled about $50. I think that I selected 3-4 specialty cupcakes. read more

Cakes Plus - This 6 pack has carrot cake, lemon raspberry, almond toffee, and yellow cake with fudge icing cupcakes. - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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I had heard of Cakes Plus from a few people and so decided to finally try it. I don't think I have obscenely high expectations for cupcakes, but i just couldn't really get into the flavors I tried, especially asking for some of their bestsellers. I had the carrot cake, peach cobbler, vanilla toffee, and lemon with buttercream. Unfortunately they were all quite underwhelming to me, just tasted like sugar without much other flavors as anticipated by the named ingredients. The store also sells fresh ingredients for baking and general baking supplies though, so it is somewhat of a one stop shop for those that also like to personally bake. The service was good, pleasant and professional so I can't complain about that. read more

Cakes Plus - Gourmet cupcake selection - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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I've been going to Cakes Plus for years now. I was planning a anniversary event for my job and we needed gifts for our clients. Our first plan didn't work out and I thought of Cakes Plus. I called them on a Friday afternoon and spoke to someone and I led them know I needed this order by the following Monday evening. The nice young lady assures me they can have them ready by then. I ordered 3 dozen cupcakes with a custom logo. I also told them I needed them individually boxed. We did lay extra for the containers. But it was so much easier and the price wasn't bad at all! The clients were so happy and they really enjoyed the cupcakes! Of course they were fresh and good as ALWAYS! read more

Cakes Plus - Cupcake with custom logo! - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

I am writing this in disappointment, as I have been using Cakes Plus for my birthday and other special events for over 15 years. This year, I hit a milestone - I turned 40, and by default, I emailed/called Cakes Plus to make an order. I ordered 2 cakes, and when I called to make the order, the 1st cake pic I sent via email 2 days prior had Hennessy bottles on it. When I called and placed my order, the young lady on the phone told me to bring the Hennessy bottles 48 hours in advance before the cakes needed to be picked up. The cakes needed to be picked on 4/19. Therefore, I attempted to drop off the Hennessy bottles on Thurs. Upon my arrival, I spoke to an older woman, and she told me, 'Oh, they don't do that here. The new girl that you spoke to--she's new and she doesn't know--but I'll hold on to the bottles for you, just in case if they do put them on. If they don't, you'll pick them back up when the cakes are ready." 4/19 comes, and my friend comes to deliver the cakes to the venue. She was given the Henny bottles, and she was told not to put the cakes in a seat belt or on the back seat of her car and to put them in the trunk. She follows the instructions and is on her way to deliver the cakes to the venue. When she opened a trunk, upon discovery, my cake (not the ones requiring the Henny bottles) had the icing fall off on 2 sides. She called me hysterical and crying. I immediately emailed Cakes Plus and alerted them to what happened, and I received a response that stated, "Oh no! I am so sorry that happened. Does she know who gave her the cake so I can verify what was said"? I responded immediately and said, "I don't have a name, but she had a white T-shirt on, was Caucasian, and had dark black hair, and was young. Probably mid-30s" (with a picture of the cake attached). I never received a response. I responded back on 4/22 and stated, "Good morning. I never got a response Saturday." I received NO response. I responded back later that day and stated, "Even with the hiccup that I had last week, I was told to bring the Hennessy bottles on Thursday, and they would put them on a cake, just to come to find out. They never put them on the cake. They told me the person who said that was a new girl." - Today is 4/28/2025, and I still have not received a response. I will NEVER order from them again. read more

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I hired Cakes Plus to do my wedding cake and they were honestly AMAZING!! We had an in person consultation a few months before our wedding and I gave the lady (who I believe is the owner & is the most sweetest person ever) an inspirational picture (attached to this review) of what I wanted my wedding cake to look like.. we did a tasting that same day, picked our flavors and she assured me they could execute my vision! My wedding cake was absolutely gorgeous and delicious. read more

Cakes Plus - Inspirational picture - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Cakes Plus moved locations over a year ago and moved down the street to a bigger space. I used to frequent their old location but have only been to this new location a few times. I'm so happy for their expansion. The cupcakes remain delicious, and it looks like they expanded their dessert selection as well. I came to order a cake and got a couple cupcakes for myself because... why not? Lol. They had already made cakes, and there were a few 8x2 cakes available. I chose the prettiest one and asked them to write on it since it was a gift to my younger sister. There are also plenty of cake and party accessories that you can get around the store. You can pretty much find everything needed for a party or celebration. read more

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I gave cupcakes +3 stars. I wish there was a half star because it would've got 3 1/2. I'm sure the food is delicious and let me say the service and quality of the service was excellent but in this economy, the price for desserts were a little high for me those price points are for Particular customers if you're throwing a gathering and you want desserts to budget in the price of cupcakes plus desserts will raise your budget. read more

Customer service needs to improve. Instead of a proper greeting, I was asked, "how many cupcakes are you getting?" The entire visit felt rushed and the cupcakes are subpar. read more

Amazing amazing amazing! I have been coming here for every single cake since I graduated high school. From baby showers for both my kids to college graduation to all birthday parties. We also always stop in whenever we get a cup cake craving. This place is hard to beat and the owner is super sweet. I'm a customer for over 20 years and a forever client. Try the cheesecake bites with cherry. read more

My husband picked me up a couple of different flavor cakes for my birthday. Blue raspberry lemonade, lemon, key lime I wasn't pleased. They were dry & lacked flavor. Blue raspberry lemonade tasted nothing like either flavor & also key lime. Some cupcakes were supposed to have buttercream & cream cheese frosting I couldn't tell. Definitely will not be going back. read more

I had a cake for my civil ceremony made here and house warming cupcakes! Amazing! Super moist read more

Cakes Plus - Cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

This was a good cake! And the cupcakes were just as good. We placed an order for a birthday cake and cupcakes for our 70s get down birthday party. When we arrived we were given instructions on how to keep the items as our party wasn't until the next day. When the guest got the cupcakes they all loved them. We didn't cut into the actual cake until the next day (day 3 from picking it up) - the cake was moist and not too sweet. Overall we had a great experience and enjoyed everything we got. We definitely will be back! read more

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I just picked up a cake for a joint 80th birthday party and I hope it's delicious because it is the most basic, disappointing cake I've ever seen. When i ordered it I was very clear about the special nature of the order but that clearly wasn't conveyed. The decorations are worse than if I had gone to a grocery store cake and for 90$ I'm embarrassed to present it to these ladies today. I've always enjoyed Cakes Plus but after today I won't be back. read more

I often come here when I am craving something sweet and they never disappointment. I wish this place wasn't so close to my house so I wouldn't go as much lol read more

The cake shop is very big and offers a nice variety of desserts for special occasions. Staff was extremely nice and the pickup process was easy with no issues. Unfortunately we paid $100 for a gluten free half sheet marble cake and it was terrible. The cake was so dry and the icing could have been sweeter to make up for the dryness. I couldn't even finish a slice it was so awful. Much better off going to Wegmans Whole Foods or Costco. This place is terrible overrated and over priced. read more

Cakes Plus never disappoints. The cake they made for my mom's 80th birthday was absolutely beautiful, almost too pretty to cut. It was very moist and delicious, too! Thanks again for making her special day beautiful and delicious! read more

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As usual, Cakes Plus didn't disappoint. They did two cakes for me in the past. I completed and submitted an inquiry form through their website and I was called the very next day. I submitted a picture of what I wanted for my daughter's 9th birthday cake theme of Doc McStuffins and when I say not only did the cake look just like the picture, it was moist and delish. I've had cake from other bakeries that use fondant and they were dry. But not Cakes Plus. I opted for vanilla and marble and not only did my daughter love it, my family did as well. Thank you!!!! read more

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Cool baking shop filled with all sorts of baking supplies. Their cupcakes are affordable and very moist and satisfying. read more

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Love the cakes here! We have been customers for 25+ years now. They have been part of many special occasions.

and Read!!!! This Cake Place is a joke! They ruined my event this past Saturday. I ordered a cake showed them a photo of what I wanted, not only did they get it WRONG, the cake fell apart. we couldn't eat the cake. I called them about it and all they are doing is trying to justify then offered me a $25.00 refund. What an insult to me and business. That's not even gas money to get me to/from their location to pick up the cake. The cake was over $350. I will have all of my guest flood this page about the cake and the service that was provided to us. You took my money and didn't want to make it right. Do BETTER Cakes Plus! You keep deleting my post but my guest are going to flood your IG page. To the people, here is a cake( Strawberry Short Cake) that was picked up today from a real bakery. By the same person that picked up this piece of mess from Cake Plus, in the same car and driving the same distance. The cake is in prestigious condition because they didn't sell me no crap. read more

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Ahhhhhhh CAKE!! Who doesn't LOVE CAKE?! Well, if you don't, you will soon come to love it when you come to Cakes Plus. I've been coming to Cakes Plus for yeeeeears for ALL of my cake needs. Birthdays, cupcakes, and balloons/party supplies. They have amazingly moist and melt in your mouth cupcakes and cakes that are to die for! Perfect for birthdays, weddings, showers, or if you're have the need to feed the sweet cravings caused by your sweet tooth! My personal favorite? Vanilla with chocolate frosting!!! YUM!! read more

Cakes Plus - Love their thoughts of the day - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

My goodness, this cake is good! I did not place an order but picked a vanilla cake from the case for a party.. Moments letter it was decorated and I was in my way. This cake is so moist, especially middle..I will definitely be back to try more items. The gentleman was so sweet and patient as I was indecisive about the cake type I wanted initially. With a line stretching to the door, the patience he displayed was the epitome of excellent customer service. read more

Cakes Plus - I got the one with the flowers, I hope it's good. Fingers crossed 9/7/19 - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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My go to place for cupcakes. When in the area I always stop by and pick out a couple from the display to take home. People working behind counter have always been friendly. read more

Customer Service before expanded new location =4 Cust service after expansion =1 Cake quality and taste =5 store location =5 Average= 3.5 Stars it hurts to write this cos every birthday or event cake in my family since 2002 came from this store and they always delivered. they've always had edgy "unbuttered"/brisk customer service but it was not rude and they were driven by excellence. I called to ask if they had vanilla. I was told there was a lot and to come in. I skipped my nail appt and arrived 8mins later. Only one vanilla flavored cake out of about 13 cakes on display. l asked if she could go to the back to ask for vanilla and in a not so pinky decor. She said the decorators were working and I could go and come back later. What guarantee would i have to get a vanilla if i did that? None she said. I offered to pay to have them put one of the designs for the day on a cake and aside for me and that I could come back in 1-3 hours for it. She tells me she can't. I asked why? she starts yelling about how everybody is so overworked and extremely busy and trying so hard. My brain had 1000 questions like "Why not stop taking orders?" "why not tell walk-ins who call that you don't have the hands to handle orders?" "why not take orders that match your Capacity?" I settled for a cake I did not like cos it was the only Vanilla. she asked what color for the inscription. l asked her to ask the decorator to use her judgment. It came back with a white inscription on white background and very crooked font. she showed it to me with glee. I told her I could not read it. She went back and wrote over it in blue-green. Everything now looked like my arthritic grandma wrote it. So, last year some cake maker sent me a cake for my birthday. It was delicious and the design was beautiful. She is more expensive but I don't need to add an exasperated biz owner or employee with bad tone who can't manage intake and is trying to make me look insane because I asked for vanilla to my management list. Everybody is under stress from COVID. However, it does not sanction poor customer service. Well, after 19 years i am not going back for any thing other than a cupcake or two. read more

Cakes Plus - Crooked writing. Asked them to tell the decorator to use a color that'll pop. she came back with white. For a $53 cake I am disappointed - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

We have patronized this business for many years. We love the cupcakes and the cakes. The cakes are always moist and delicious and they do not dry out over time. Of course, we never have any cake left past 5 days. LOL! I have purchased cakes for various birthdays, including my own. I've even purchased a large order of cupcakes for when family visits. I normally call about a week in advance to place my order. For my sweet tooth cravings, I stop in and get a cupcake or two. Well, that is my intent. I usually leave out with about 4 cupcakes. I love their vanilla cupcakes with the white icing. I also love that they have special flavors of the month. The flavors are always random so you'll need to go into the store to see what's available. If the red velvet cupcakes are available, try them also. So yummy! One birthday, my boyfriend ordered a cake for me which was a nod to my hometown of New Orleans. It was so sweet and thoughtful. The cake was delicious and stayed moist the entire time until we finished it. I will always get my cupcakes and cakes from Cakes Plus. read more

Cakes Plus - Custom Vanilla Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

CakesPlus has been my go-to bakery when purchasing cakes and cupcakes for 20+ years. Their marble cake with buttercream frosting is my favorite. They also have a wide variety of baking pans and supplies. The staff is friendly and customer focused. read more

I received a call from a manager who apologized as she was out if town st the time of my inquiry. she did say that there were only cake decorating and not cupcake decorating classes. However. She stated she will ask the owner if it's possible to have a class on the cupcake decorating. I am satisfied that I got a phone call from someone who had definitive answers for me. read more

Service. We ordered and paid for a wedding cake 3 months in advance. The day we went to pick the cake up. They not only didn't have the cake, they couldn't find the order. We ordered the cake in store with a consultant. The were unapologetic. The wedding was taking place in another state, we had a flight in less than 2 hours. They wanted to give us a cake that was in the display. This was a special order wedding cake. The lady we dealt with was rude, told us to calm down. The only person who tried to solve the problem was the baker. She stated she needed at least three hours to make another cake. They refunded us the $105.00 for the cake. We had to change our flight to accommodate thier mistake. That was expensive! We sent a letter to cake plus asking for some sort of reimbursement. The return letter said they would not, and still had no apology for the inconvenience it caused us. I will not be returning or recommending cakes Plus to anyone. read more

The cake for my son's first birthday was so cute! They did a great job using the invitation and editing the image. His smash cake was also perfect! The cake was very moist. read more

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I've been buying cake supplies here for years (prior to the new location). All staff is super friendly and you typically can find whatever you're looking for from packaging to decorating your sweet treats. They also are a bakery and my daughter loves their sweet treats. read more

Cakes Plus - Pumpkin Snickerdoodle (flavor of the month) - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

I wanted to order an 8 inch birthday cake. There were 8" cakes in the cake box priced at $29. They wanted to charge me $45. , did not understand the price difference other than me being exploited ! Price gauger read more

The cake came out great. I supplied the image and the owner actually found a better version and the cake came out exactly as ordered. It was also delicious. We had one very happy 4 year old read more

Cakes Plus - Custom order Peppa Pig birthday cake - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

5/16/15-This bakery has been around forever, long before the cupcake explosion when specialized bakeries started popping up everywhere. Over the years, Cakes Plus consistently provided a wide variety of yummy confections at reasonable prices. The focus here is delivering quality with exceptional customer service versus elaborate packaging with subpar goods and crummy service. The storefront is simple, but not indicative of their ability. We (my friends and family) have used them to create modest sweets to more elaborate custom cakes. I called a few days ago, wanting something for a graduation celebration on Saturday. They answered the call, discussed my options, and delivered on time AND with a smile. Everyone enjoyed the cute moist cupcakes-even those watching their waistlines. Check them out, it's well worth your time. read more

Cakes Plus - Omega Psi Phi yummy cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

I paid $167.00 for a sheet cake and it was horrible. I wanted a golf theme and they put a golf club on the cake that went from corner to corner (way too big) and the writing was so small you needed a magnifying glass to read it. the picture was beautiful but the designer went too sleep on the job. read more