I've been a longtime fan of Area 51 Cupcakery, so naturally, I trusted them with one of the most…read moreimportant desserts I've ever ordered -- a custom cake for my brother's first-ever surprise 50th birthday party. Two weeks before the event, I came in person with a printed cake design, a clear color theme (green, cream, and white), and a macaron accent order to go with it. I was flexible on the design details, just committed to the vision. On the day of pickup, I arrived a little late -- my fault -- but there was no cake waiting, and my order couldn't be found. Hannah behind the counter did her best, and when owner Robert walked in, I calmly explained everything from the start. I won't lie -- I was heartbroken more than angry. This was a big night. What happened next is why I'm writing this review. Robert and his team didn't hesitate. They snapped a photo of the design from my phone, asked every detail, and promised to make it right -- with Robert personally delivering the cake to the venue (thankfully just 5 minutes away). And he did. He showed up with the cake designer in tow and delivered something truly stunning: a handsome, elegant cake that fit the theme perfectly and genuinely wowed my brother and guests. And the flavor? Their Atomic. Banana (pudding), strawberries (jam), and chocolate, vanilla & banana cake. YUM! It was incredibly moist and delicious. What could have been a devastating hiccup for such a milestone night became one of the most memorable parts of the celebration. That's a testament to Robert and his team's character, dedication, and craft. Thank you, Area 51 Cupcakery. We've loved your cupcakes from day one, and this experience only deepened our loyalty. We'll always come back.

OBSESSED! Area 51 is veteran and locally owned. There is a location in north Naperville and south…read moreNaperville. They have daily specials that change every month. Yuuuup, I'll be here on a monthly basis. They also have a punch card system. Every 12 cupcakes will get you 1 cupcake for free. The inside is super cool, there are numerous spots for photo ops and they even have a ring light and camera holder if interested in using it. My first time visiting I tried the following cupcakes: chai pumpkin latte (daily special and DANGGGG DELICIOUS), Almond wedding (my least favorite but still good, I think almond cupcakes just aren't for me), cookies and cream (divine, rich, 2nd favorite), and the Boston cream (also 2nd favorite lol). All of the cupcakes were moist, fluffy, and full of flavor. They are made daily and you can feel and taste the love. Area 51 is definitely my favorite cupcake spot of all time. I've gone to Area 51 probably every week since finding em and I can't get enough. They also made cupcakes for my baby's gender reveal. They were extremely accommodating and everything turned out perfect! I highly recommend them for custom cakes, cupcakes, or even just grabbing 1 of their daily made cupcakes. SOOO GOOD!

Molly's Cupcakes in Naperville are decadent and creative. The menu includes filled cupcakes. The…read moretop left cupcake is their creme brûlée. It is filled with creme brûlée filling and topped with fresh glazed berries. They also offer other creative cupcakes like cookie monster, peach cobbler, cake batter and a flourless cupcake among others.

Do you like cupcakes? Do you like a cup of coffee with your cupcakes? Do you want an inviting…read morespace with a swing to eat your cupcakes? How about cupcakes to go? Definitely check out Molly's cupcakes. Not sure who Molly is but she makes a solid cupcake. Maybe she oversees the operation and doesn't make the cupcakes but either way, you can't go wrong with Molly's cupcakes.

The Cake Lady is easy to work with and puts out a GREAT cake! Love her desserts.read more

From the owner: Our business specializes in special occasion cakes, cookies and cupcakes. If you can imagine it we…read morecan create it.

I love this sweet little shop. So many times I have bought pretty little cup cakes or cookies. They…read morewere decorated very nicely, but were dry or tasteless. Smallcakes is the whole package. Beautifully decorated and delicious. This is my go to place for special occasions and "just because"

I purchased half a dozen cupcakes (all different flavors) All cupcakes were light and fluffy!…read moreDepending on the flavor the level of sweetness varies- which I appreciate! Lots of places are overly sweet regardless of the flavor.

My experience here caused so much unnecessary stress and disruption to my event that I feel it's…read moreimportant to warn others. I followed up three separate times after the event to share my concerns and received no response at all--which really shows how little they value customer service. * I didn't receive the full list of cake flavor options until four days before pickup, and when I asked to switch flavors, I was told it was already too late because the cakes had been baked without confirming my choice. * I had a confirmed pickup time of 10:30 a.m., but when I arrived, I was told the designer went home sick and the cakes weren't finished. I ended up waiting until 11:45 a.m. for them to be decorated, which explains the rushed design. * The cake pops weren't ready, so I had to cancel them and run to another store last-minute to find replacements. * I specifically requested pastel colors, but the cakes were decorated in bright colors that didn't match anything we discussed. * The design and quality were extremely disappointing--the decorations looked rushed, the frosting was hard, and the smash cake wasn't even edible for its intended use. Overall, this was an unprofessional and frustrating experience from start to finish. Between the poor communication, lack of accountability, low-quality product, and complete disregard for customer concerns, I strongly recommend going elsewhere. They clearly do not prioritize quality or customer service.

Overall experience caused stress and disruption to the event. I followed up 3 times after the event…read moreto express the below concerns and received no response: - Received the full list of cake flavor options only four days before pickup, and was told it was too late to change flavors because the cakes had already been baked. - Confirmed a 10:30 a.m. pickup time but after arriving we learned the designer had gone home sick and the cakes were unfinished; had to wait until 11:45 a.m. for decorations to be completed. - Cake pops were not ready, requiring cancellation and a last-minute trip to another store to buy replacements. - Requested pastel colors, but the cakes were decorated with bright colors that did not match the discussed aesthetic. - Cake design and quality were poor--decorations appeared rushed, frosting was hard, and the smash cake was not edible for the intended purpose.

We had the absolute best experience with Hey Sugar for our graduation party! Every treat was not…read moreonly delicious but also beautifully curated to match the theme of our celebration. The attention to detail was incredible, and everything looked just as amazing as it tasted. From the very beginning, the communication was exceptional. The team kept us updated every step of the way, making the entire process smooth and stress free. It was clear how much care and effort went into every detail to bring our vision to life. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful and delicious everything was. A huge shoutout to the management and staff for going above and beyond throughout the entire process. Everyone was so kind, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything turned out perfectly. I highly recommend Hey Sugar for any celebration. They helped make our graduation party so special, and I can't wait to order from them again!

Hey Sugar is a wonderful dessert shop that serves a nice variety of sweet treats such as cakes,…read morecupcakes, pies, soft-serve ice cream, milkshakes and more. We were in the area and decided to check out this spot as it looked cool and some of the dessert concoctions looked awesome. The shop was nicely decorated, inviting, and had friendly staff. The staff was helpful in getting our tasty as it was our first time here. From their specialty soft-serve ice cream concoctions (eclectic looking sundaes), we ordered a Cloud 9 made with Lavender Honey soft-serve and a Uh Oh Oreo w/ vegan Coconut soft-serve (see my photos). The Cloud 9 came with a cotton candy top and it looked so Instagram perfect. It was delicious. I really liked the Lavender Honey soft-serve. The Oreo one was okay as the vegan Coconut soft-serve was icy and not quite my cup of tea. This shop is a cool, cute, and awesome sweet treats spot that should be on your list to check out if you enjoy desserts.

What an amazing manager! Thanks Alex for redoing an order that was delivered incorrectly and super…read morefast!! Awesome customer service!

I arrived 5-10min before closing time to get myself a confetti birthday cake. They were still able…read moreto kindly ice one for me which made my day! My family and I got to enjoy it at home and it was delicious! Nice and cold and super moist! I've also had their red velvet and chocolate cakes which are just as good!

Wow. Ron Swanson would hate it here, which means this is the place for me to get the desserts I can…read moreeat without the inflammation! Thank you Eye Candy. This is the cutest little shop right on the downtown strip in Geneva. Inviting atmosphere, amazing smells and even better customer service. You can feel the passion oozing out of the two women who were working there this morning! Bonus...they loved my amazing Barefoot Contessa shirt...did we just become best friends!? I tried the coffee/crumb cake, pecan fudge shortbread square and their chocolate chip cookie. Everything in the store is gluten free with vegan and dairy free options, as well (perfect for us almond moms, at least that's what my a-hole kids call me). I am a baked goods snob, having owned a catering company that specialized in baked goods, and this shit was TOP TIER!! Truly, you wouldn't know it's gluten free...seriously. The cookie was gooey with the crispy edge you're looking for, the cake was light and not grainy, in the slightest, and the shortbread fudge bar was rich and delicious! Make sure you run to this place if you're seeking amazing and allergy friendly treats! You can thank me later.

Yay!!! Finally gluten free baked goods that are worth it!!! I had the pleasure of sampling a few of…read morethe baked goods, and they definitely sold me. The staff was friendly and helpful. The bakery was clean and smelled AMAZING!