I got the strawberry shortcake cup and my gf got the Dubai Black Forest cake cup and they both were…read moreamazing. The owner was very friendly and professional. It took him no time at all to make them both. Will be back for sure.

I ordered the Black Forest Cake Cup and a Dubai Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownie. Both were amazing. I…read moredon't normally order from home-based businesses, but you can bet that I'm going to become a regular customer. The Black Forest Cake Cup was fresh and flavorful. They certainly didn't skimp on the cherries. I only expected one or two cherries, but was pleasantly surprised that there was a decent amount. The chocolate cake pieces were light and fluffy. I thoroughly enjoyed the cup and am excited to try another flavor. Hubby had the Dubai brownie and was very impressed by the flavor. I had a sliver and Omgoodness it tastes amazing. Initially I thought the brownie had some sort of frosting layer, but it was Dubai Kataifi and had a delicious toasty pistachio flavor. Highly recommend this business for anyone looking for some unique and delicious desserts

I recently had a Frosted Fenzy Cupcake at their food truck that came to my office in Phoenix. I had…read morethe Strawberry Shortcake and I LOVED it!! The topping was reminiscent of the classic strawberry shortcake popsicle from childhood. It was served chilled and I let it come to room temperature before eating. It was so good and the two people running the operation were very kind and happy to be doing their job even when it was 110° outside!! Thank you for a great cupcake!

I ordered cupcakes for my 60th birthday. They were incredible. So nicely packaged and so amazingly…read moredecorated. The reply via texts was fast and personal. I was so impressed by all aspects. Looking forward to meeting Tara at her truck when I get a cupcake urge! Thanks and I LOVED the personal Happy Birthday decal!

This is it if you need some custom goodies with care and prompt assistance! Ordered a cake for my…read morewife's 60th and they came up an awesome design just from some basic phone conversation. Delicious cake with a beautiful frosting that wasn't too thick. We will definitely use them and have already shared their name with guests from the party. Give them a try!

I love supporting local and small businesses. Will & Rachelle run an amazing custom cake operation…read more The response time was very quick. They are easy to work with, very helpful and pros at what they do. Their cakes are a beautiful piece of art and delicious as well. They are my go to for my granddaughters custom cakes and theme parties every year. Love them & highly recommend Sugar Shells for great service, an amazing cake and done on time!

I found Michelle after reading all the great reviews on Yelp as I prefer to support local…read morebusinesses when possible! I found myself planning my daughters high school grad party with only a week notice due to our date falling through! I reached out to Michelle on a Sunday and we text most of the day just trying to figure out design ideas, etc. We met up the following night at a Starbucks to finalize design and cost. It was so easy interacting with her and it was awesome to see the passion she has for creating great experiences! I would highly recommend Michelle and will definitely use her for future events!!

I called Baby Cakes Bakery looking to find someone who knew how to make fondant flowers. My Neice…read morewanted me to make some cake pops that looked like oranges for her daughter's 1st birthday. When I explained to Michelle (the owner) what I needed and showed her a picture of what I wanted to have made, she said she would do a little research and see if she would be able to make the orange blossom flowers to put on my cake pops. She got back to me with in an hour or so and had a plan for making them. She was even able to have them made for me within the timeline I needed. Michelle's communication with me was exceptional and I always felt like she sincerely wanted to help me and provide me with a beautiful product. And they were truly beautiful, delicate little flowers and leaves. They were just what I needed to make my little "cuties" cake pops look adorable. I was extremely happy working with Michelle and happy with the product she created for my project. I highly recommend you call Michelle for your next cake or baking project.

I was in love with this cake that Sugar Mama Cakes made for this beautiful wedding in October of…read morelast year! The colors were so stunning and the attention to detail was so beautiful. You can tell that a lot of love and heart was put into making this cake. It was simple yet elegant and the anyone who was fortunate enough to get a piece loved it! Highly recommend!

Tara has so much creativity and passion in her cakes! I can't thank her enough for the time she put…read moreinto my sons cake!

I got a coffee on my visit. A churro latte. For a latte, it was fine, but I did not taste any…read morechurro flavor at all. However, the chocolate chip cookie was solid. The other pastries were good to. Service was great. Ambiance was quant and cute. But it seemed more like an order and go place as seating was limited. On my next visit I'll either request extra sweet or half the espresso.

Cute local bakery! Very friendly service. I came in today to grab some cinnamon rolls for my movers…read morebut they didn't have a huge selection unfortunately. Opted for the coffee cake muffins.

A West Valley Gem Packed with Flavor, Charm, and Plenty to Discover…read more If you've ever driven past that bright pink building on the corner of 101st and Grand Avenue in Sun City and wondered, "What's in there?" let me save you the suspense: it's the New York West Bakery, and it's absolutely worth pulling over for. In fact, I've made the hour-plus drive each way more than a dozen times just to visit. Whenever I find myself anywhere in the West Valley, this place is a mandatory stop. I've taken countless photos of my visits because there is always something new to see, taste, or admire. Under its new ownership, New York West Bakery has evolved into a wonderfully unique fusion-style café. The menu is delightfully unexpected, featuring everything from traditional breakfast favorites and homemade tamales to incredible Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches. If I can dig up some of my photos, I'll add them because these sandwiches deserve their own spotlight. The transformation isn't limited to the menu. The Interior: Spotlessly clean. During one recent visit, I watched an energetic staff member carefully mopping the floors and making sure everything looked perfect. It's obvious they take pride in the place. The Exterior: They've added a charming outdoor patio complete with colorful umbrellas, comfortable seating, and newly planted trees that will provide even more shade as they grow. It's a fantastic addition and makes for a relaxing place to enjoy a pastry and coffee. The Food: Where This Place Really Shines When New York West Bakery gets it right, they absolutely knock it out of the park. Their fruit tarts are hands-down some of the best I've had in years. They're fresh, beautiful, bursting with flavor, and surprisingly affordable for the quality you're getting. Best of all, everything is made from scratch, which shows in every bite. The newer savory menu items are also a huge win. Their Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches deliver serious value. They're enormous. Honestly, one sandwich is big enough to share and still leave you feeling satisfied... or at least leave just enough room for dessert. And speaking of dessert, I have to mention those fruit tarts one more time. They're that good. My wife Lucy absolutely loves them. In fact, "love" might be an understatement. If fruit tarts had a fan club, she'd probably be the president. New York West Bakery continues to grow and evolve, and it's exciting to watch. Between the friendly atmosphere, expanding menu, beautiful patio, and from scratch-made baked goods, it's become one of my favorite hidden gems in the Valley.

Update: June 2026 The new owners have expanded into more of…read morea café than a bakery, and a fusion one at that since you can get Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches, tamales, and traditional breakfasts. I love that they added outdoor seating with cheery umbrellas and have planted trees to provide additional ambiance and shade, although the highway noise will always be problematic. The inside is spotless and while I was there a friendly staffer was keeping it that way by energetically mopping. Sadly, the St. Joseph's pastry I had had a tough not flaky or crisp shell, but the ricotta filling was light and good. I was so looking forward to the poppy seed bread but when I got it home and cut into it, the filling was not spread out throughout the bread and there wasn't much of it. The bread itself was not tear apart tender, but dry. I saved it by slathering butter on it and lightly toasting it, but that shouldn't have been necessary. For the prices, everything should have been top notch or marked down and labeled as day-olds. I'm curious about the breakfast and lunch café options, so I'll probably go back to give them a try, but note that the prices have increased by more than a few cents per item since the 2025 someone else posted, so check for the latest. Maybe they are trying to do too much and should limit the variety and be known for a few super delicious items that are always fresh and superior to what you could get in a supermarket. Having a few signature items and being the go-to place during special holidays would help define them, and please, please FRESHNESS is crucial--maybe the products are just drying out more because we're in AZ, but I'm not the only one mentioning dried out items.