Ordered a 6" Injeolmi cake and it was delicious! It seemed like a steep price but for a cake these days, I appreciate the effort and care put into the cake design and its flavor. I ordered online a few days before and picked it up the morning of the party. Walking in, the cafe has so much light and you see a nice display of pastries. I hear the Madelines are good and will have to try them next time! Highly recommend if you're looking for a delicious cake and/or korean style cafe! read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

Delicious, light and airy cakes, very moist and not too sweet! I've been to Gu-eum twice now and it's conveniently located right next to Ceré Tea. I first heard feedback about the injeolmi soybean powder cake being dry but let me tell you now, it's not! Desserts I've tried: Injeolmi cake slice Hojicha Sesame cake slice Sesame Gateau slice Korean Ssal *rice Sponge cake slice Matcha Tiramisu Dubai Chewy Cookie I went back for the hojicha sesame and tried the sesame gateau + matcha tiramisu. I LOVE hojicha, definitely my favorite over matcha. The hojicha sesame is light with hojicha whipped cream and soft sponge cake. The gateau is almost like a firm, almost buttery cookie base with whipped sesame cream on top. The matcha tiramisu was very good! Not too sweet and the matcha cream is smooth. Injeolmi cake was moist and slightly powdery due to the soybean powder. Definitely try this during your first visit! The Korean Saal was interesting since there was soft rice layered between cake layers in the cream. Carb lovers will enjoy this. Dubai chewy cookie is good for what it is. Excellent amount of crispy kataifi filling with pistachio butter cream. Pricey slices but it's nice to have a sweet treat every now and then. Staff is nice and courteous. They have indoor seating to enjoy the desserts and drinks. Cute little space. No outside food/drinks allowed. read more

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I had high hopes for Gu-Eum because I love Asian bakeries and they had all the flavors that aren't commonly found in the States - injeolmi, black sesame, etc... and everything looked so cute! Unfortunately the food was extremely disappointing. The madeleines were very dry and flavorless (and this was consumed on the day of). I see other reviewers mention that the madeleines are dry as well. I also got a slice of the black sesame gateau, which had a strong black sesame flavor, but again the cake was dry and hard. The items are also quite expensive so I was very disappointed. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

I've had Gu-eum bookmarked for a long time, but I've never been able to stop by until this past weekend. They are located in a small plaza so there is parking available and free, but can be a bit hard to find a spot on the weekends. The cafe isn't necessarily small, they have a few tables inside but it seems more like a take and go kind of vibe. My husband and I already had coffee prior so we didn't opt for any of their drinks and I ended up picking up a slice of their matcha strawberry cake and an earl grey madeleine. Both desserts aren't too sweet although the matcha flavor was pretty faint for the cake so that would be my only complaint. Overall, Gu-eum is a good pit stop if you got a hankering for something sweet and light. read more

We visited Gu-eum for the first time hoping to try their chewy Dubai chocolate cookies, but got there too late in the day. Instead, we opted to try the Dubai chocolate cake and Hojicha Sesame crumble cake. Unfortunately I didn't personally get to try the Hojicha Sesame, but am tempted by the decadent cream topping so would try it if I'm in the area. The Dubai chocolate cake was decent, with the pistachio was on the nuttier side. However, the knafeh was the most crumbly part and kept falling out of the cake which made it hard to get an even bite of chocolate with it. The inside is small but clean and staff are welcoming and quick to take orders. My favorite part is their bear logo. I'll be back to visit if I'm in the area and craving some cake. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Hojicha Sesame and Dubai Chocolate - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

The store is bright and clean with limited tables. The madeleines are about $5 each piece on average. The slice cakes are from about $8 to $13 each piece, not cheap. Their desserts are unique. We got the Earl Grey, Lemon & Lime, and Churro madeleines. The Earl Grey one has some earl grey filling inside and it's very good. You can definitely taste the earl grey flavor. The Lemon and Lime madeleine is excellent. It is very fragrant and you can tell they use fresh lemon and lime to make it. There's also some lime zest on top. The Churro one is the most dense and heaviest in terms of texture. Despite it's with cinnamon and sugar coating, it's not that sweet. It seems a bit dried though. Will return to try other items. read more

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**** Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookie **** Another *viral* trend straight out of Korea to keep us fluffy and broque. Talking about myself OFC. Currently, Gu-eum is the third brick and mortar in the bay (that I could find) that sells Dujjonku, the trending Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookie. It's a ball of pistachio cream, kataifi, and tahini that's wrapped in a cocoa powder coated marshmallow. Gu-eum is selling it for $7.50 each and there's a max of 2 per person. The texture was on-point - mochi-like, stretchy with a satisfying chewy exterior that nicely contrasts the crispy nutty center. BUT, the filling was so dry and needs more pistachio cream. It's better than the one at Basquia (Jagalchi) but unless they add more pistachio cream, I wouldn't buy it again. Gu-eum's Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookie has not blown up on socials yet so no line...for now. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Injeonmi [sic?] Crumble Cake | $8 - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

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Cute little dessert spot in Saratoga (close to Westgate). Ordered both the Injeolmi Crumble Cake slices and Sweet Corn Cheesecake slices. Between the Injeolmi and Sweet Corn, I enjoyed the sweet corn more. It was very creamy and the pieces of corn gave each bite a nice texture. The Injeolmi is good for those that do not like "not too sweet" cakes. I thought this was the perfect amount of sweetness. Both were good but not the best cakes I've had hence the 4 stars. However, this place is in my top 5 for "not too sweet" cakes. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Injeolmi Crumble Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

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We happened upon this lovely bakery while we were having tea next door. We were kindly welcomed when we entered the store. They sell French/korean pastries, cakes, teas and coffees. The selection of pastries looked amazing. It was hard to decide on what to pick. The young man helping me was so nice and answered questions I had about some of the items I wasn't familiar with. I received excellent customer service from this kind young man. I decided to pick the earl grey Earl Grey Canele, vanilla bean Canele, brown butter financier, salted butter financier, vanilla bear mochi financier, Yakgwa financier and an Earl Grey Madeleine. You have the option to eat inside. There were several of tables inside. We decided to take our pastries home to eat later this evening. So far we have tried the Canele's and the vanilla bear mochi financier. They were very delicious. The bear shaped financier had a nice mochi chewy center. The canele's were very good with a nice moist center. We will try the rest tomorrow. We will definitely be back to try their beverages and other pastries. read more

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Really cute Korean bakery with tons of options! I've seen this place on social media a few times and finally decided to go. They have such a huge selection of baked goods and cakes with flavors that can't really be found anywhere else. From injeolmi to sweet corn to even basque cheesecake, there are bits of flavor for everyone, especially if you're willing to explore and expand your taste buds. They also have cookies, madelines and more. I ordered a basque cheesecake for pick up. The pricing was very fair. The pick up was done within 30 seconds. The cheesecake was absolutely delicious. Not many places make basque cheesecake and if they do, its hard to get right, but they get it right here. Overall, a great place for your baked goods and cake needs. 100% would recommend! read more

One of the cutest cafes I've visited with incredible desserts and drinks. I stopped by on a Sunday afternoon, and it was relatively full. There's not a lot of seating in the store, and every table was occupied. The interior of the store is simply decorated, and the main attraction is the beautiful display of delectable cake slices and other desserts. The atmosphere of the cafe was peaceful and inviting. The employees were super nice and had great recommendations. Our order arrived speedily - the service was impressive! I tried the lemon yuza. It was a refreshing drink with just a bit of fizziness. The price was very reasonable, and it was also a fun drink to look at. I can't recommend the injeolmi crumble cake enough. It was the perfect cake slice: moist cake layers with light and fluffy cream. The injeolmi added a subtle nutty taste to the cake. The cake slice was stunning to look at and tasted absolutely delicious. It's also not too sweet! I was so impressed with my visit and am definitely going to be returning to try more cake flavors! read more

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The best hidden gem you will ever find in the Bay Area! Gu-eum is a Korean bakery with some French inspiration. It is a family owned business, with everything made fresh, including cakes, madeleines, cookies, and financiers. The bakers wake up early in the morning to make everything for that day! Their drink menu is also made from scratch like syrups, sesame paste, and toppings. My personal recommendations are the injeolmi crumble cake, blueberry cake, strawberry matcha cake, black sesame gateaux, mochi bear, cocoa financier, yakgwa financier (traditional korean cookie inside) and churro madeleine. The cakes taste super fresh, they're not too sweet, and the sponge cake is fluffy and moist. For drinks, the coffee is amazing quality and not pricy. I love the staple dalgona latte, earl grey bear latte, goguma latte (sweet potato), and the korean coffee. The earl grey has a frozen espresso bear on the top, making for a very cute aesthetic picture! The service is also top notch. The entire staff team is always super helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. Everything is so delicious every time I go, I want to eat everything there . You can't find this kind of place anywhere else. Seriously. So if you are craving some delicious cakes, coffee, and dessert, Gu-eum bakery is the perfect place for you! read more

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Knew this place had cakes by the slice so decided to try them. All of the cakes are great, they have the Chinese compliment of not too sweet. My mother's favorite is the pistachio raspberry so I had to return and get another slice. I like the Hojicha crumble cake. It's got that roasted, but sweet flavor of the Hojicha in a delicate and light cream. All the cakes it seems have that light cream to them as they aren't overly dense or sweet. If you need some coffee, the drinks are well made and complement the cakes. Staff is friendly. Inside has a couple of tables. Parking can be a little tough depending on the lunch crowd. Overall, it's a lovely little Korean cake shop that you should go check out! read more

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My friends and I were at a cafe not too far away and I had this spot bookmarked and asked if they wanted to go with me. The shop is pretty small, but very welcoming. When we first walked in, we see the case full of different cake slices and Madelines. We wanted to order something unique, so we went with the Injeolmi crumble cake and sweet corn cheesecake. The cake slices were beautiful! These desserts are perfectly balanced in my opinion. They aren't that sweet, which we loved. The injeolmi was nutty and light. We all never tried injeolmi before, but it was good! OMG, the sweet corn cheesecake was my absolute favorite!! The cheesecake was also not too sweet and the corn bits inside the cheesecake was a nice surprise. I will definitely come back to try their other desserts and probably another slice of that sweet corn cheesecake, yum! read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Sweet Corn Cheesecake - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

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This place is so cute and aesthetic, a total Korean cafe & bakery vibes. With simple drinks menu and assorted of baked goods to offers, I enjoyed my visit at Gu-eum on a rainy day. Got Bear Earl Grey Latte, this one is so cute with the bear ice cube laying on top of a bed of cream/foam, the tea smell was fragant and with the right amount of sweetness. For this item, I think you have to take your time and drink it slowly, as the bear starting to melt, the drink's flavor got enhanced more. I also tried their Madeline, Financier and Cake, they definitely added Korean twist to the French pastries, not too sweet and unique flavors likes injeolmi. Service was nice, my order came out quickly. And if you love taking pictures, you will have a good time at Gu-eum. read more

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We came across this place because we went to cere tea next door. We ended up getting a few items from Gu Eum Cake and Bakery, including their madeleines and the injeolmi cake. The madeleines had a light flavor with custard or jam inside. The chocolate madeleine was the best one by far. My friend loved all the flavors because they were sweet, but for me, they were a bit too sweet overall. The injeolmi cake was kind of meh--I don't think I need to get it again. I would totally go back for the chocolate ones and my friend would get one of each again. read more

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Gu-eum is a Korean cafe that's been around for a few years now and is right next to the original Cere tea. It reflects the cute cafe culture in Korea, serving baked goods and offering caffeinated/non-caffeinated beverages. There is a fair amount of seating with a big table available for doing work, and a couple of smaller tables for socializing in small groups. In the display case they have different types of pastries like Madelines, financiers, as well as cake slices. For my BIL's birthday, I bought 8 different cake slices for my family to try, which they enjoyed. Our favorite was the black sesame and our least favorite was the sweet potato. Unfortunately, some of their desserts may not be fresh. I came here recently with a friend and he purchased a matcha Madeline to try. He was really disappointed because it tasted old and like it had been out. One of the first times visiting this cafe, I remember buying a latte, thinking it was caffeinated with an espresso shot. I came to find out that not all of their lattes come with an espresso shot, which you might have to pay $2.00 for. Be sure to ask whether your drink has espresso in it! The other disappointing thing is that every time I come here they always run out of Goguma latte (sweet potato latte). If it's that popular, wouldn't you think they'd increase their supply (supply vs demand)? I feel bad for giving this cafe a 3.5 rating because I think my views on caffeine are misaligned with this cafe's intention. Korean cafes focus more on creating a cute ambience to socialize rather than fueling coffee addicts like myself. That's probably why their drinks aren't strong enough even if I added a shot of espresso to my drink. This cafe is adorable and great in its own way, but if you're dependent on caffeine like I am, you might want to seek another place. read more

For my birthday, I wanted to try something unique and Gu-Eum had stand out choices. The black sesame gateau was phenomenal and easily the best cake slice I've ever had! The light and fluffy black sesame cream paired with the thick black sesame mochi like crust was divine. I've never tasted anything like it before- must for black sesame lovers. The pecan maple was good as well but muted in flavors and more delicate. The cream was fresh, and I did enjoy the candied pecans on the top. It paled in comparison to the black sesame though! I also got a strawberry Madeline for my parents and, they loved it. They said it was very fresh and flavorful. Overall- a solid five stars. I would give as stars to the black sesame if I could! I will be going back to get more! read more

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I came to Gu-eum Cake and Bakery after grabbing drinks nextdoor at Cere Tea. There's a reasonably large selection of pastries and cakes to choose from. I arrived around 10am, and there was nobody else inside at the time - the workers were in the back but came to the front to help after a few minutes of me browsing. The inside is clean but a little dark, with a few tables to sit at to enjoy your treats. I got the sweet potato financier, and it was pretty tasty - nice and soft, and with a pretty generous amount of sweet potato which added to the texture and flavor. It was a little on the smaller side though for the price. Gu-eum is a cute little bakery, with pretty pastries and cakes. The pricing is a little on the higher end, but I enjoyed my financier and would consider coming back to grab a small bite when I'm in the area. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Sweet Potato Financier - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

Tucked in a plaza in Saratoga, Gu-sum Cake & Bakery is a cute little cake shop that serves up Korean-inspired desserts and drinks. Their display case is filled with a multitude of cake flavors, from slices highlighting Korea's most beloved fruits to more unique options like injeolmi, offering something both familiar and delightfully different for every palate. If cake is not on your mind, give their madeleines a try, or opt for a beverage from their wide selection of coffees and teas. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Lemon Curd, Mango, Hojicha Sesame, and Injeolmi cake slices - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

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Love this korean bakery cafe. We've gotten their cakes for family birthdays a few times and their flavors are usually unique and good and not too sweet. Today I tried an injeolmi latte and even though I'm not usually an injeolmi fan this one was so good. It had a cream top and injeolmi crumbles scattered on the top. Appreciate that they have non caffeinated drink options. Their drinks are reasonably priced and they have quite the selection of cake slices and other bakery items. read more

Stumbled on this little bakery. They seem to be known for their Madeline's. I got the cookie croissant, brown butter financier, and the lemon lime Madeline. The pastries were very moist and not super sweet. Would recommend! read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Cookie croissant, financier, madeleines - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

Slightly dry...? Can't shake the feeling that these would be perfect if they were a little more moist. Wouldn't come again. Not a bad bakery, just so close to being amazing that i am sad. Service and ambience were amazing but that's not what I go to bakeries for. read more

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We love this bakery- seems like a nice family run small business. We always get their signature injeolmi cake which is always a hit. This time we decided to switch it up and try their Korean sweet potato cake. It was absolutely delicious and everyone at Christmas loved it. For those that are not familiar, this is not like a typical American sweet potato pie flavor. It's subtle , smooth, not very sweet, and creamy. It's more similar to Asian chestnut cake if you've had that. On the day of pickup, the store lost power due to some storm related issues. But they were very professional and promptly arranged for early pickup. Luckily they had generators powering the refrigerators. Kudos to the team for amazing quality cakes as well as top notch friendly customer service. Will definitely be back again. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

***USP: small locally owned Korean/Asian style patisserie with a very limited menu. ***AMBIANCE: place might look tiny compared to other bakeries like tous le jours, Paris baguette and 85c. Menu is extremely limited as well. They have less than 5 tables for indoor dining. ***FOOD: we picked up a few cookies and a slice of cake with one of the cute candles they had for sale at the checkout counter. Priced at $5 per cookie and $8 for a slice of cake, it seemed expensive but one bite into the pillowy goodness and I was in love. The cake was perfection, not too sweet thanks to the tart fresh strawberries. The cookies were ginormous as well and worth the $5 apiece price tag. read more

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I've been here a few times now and my go to has to be the bear earl grey latte!! I didn't like earl grey before and now I'll only get it if it's from here :) Not pictured, but I've also gotten their madeleines and cakes before. They were not too sweet which is a plus for Asian sweets but it also meant not too much flavor as well. Great to try though! read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Bear latte - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

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Decided to try this bakery and cake shop on a whim. The prices for individual slices are a bit pricey, ranging from $8.50-$13, however they are well worth it. They have fun cake flavors like chestnut, black sesame, pistachio raspberry, yam, and chocolate. I tried the yam and it was super light, fluffy, sweet (but not overwhelmingly) and felt like eating a cloud. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Yam - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

The space is cozy, bright, and nicely decorated great for sitting down with a coffee and dessert. The staff was welcoming and happy to answer questions, which made the experience even better. Tried two pastries here and was impressed. The Injeolmi crumble cake is soft, nutty, and not overly sweet perfect for taking home to share with family. My favorite, though, was the sweet corn cheesecake. I'd honestly come back just for this alone. It's creamy, savory, and sweet all at the same time, and absolutely delicious. read more

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I was genuinely excited to try this place, especially after having some of the best pastries in Korea earlier this year, but unfortunately, the items we got didn't live up to expectations. The matcha cookie didn't taste like matcha at all and was noticeably dry. The injeolmi cake also missed the mark. It was dry and a bit dense. I think it was missing an acidic/tart component that may have helped balance the flavor as well. The options seemed good and pretty, but I can't recommend the 2 items that I ordered. Also, just a heads-up: not uncommon, but worth noting: outside food and drinks aren't allowed, so you can't bring in your matcha from next door, which was actually the reason we ended up in this plaza in the first place. read more

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I can't gatekeep this place anymore. Since this place blew up on social media, every-time I visit there are no empty tables and it's pretty noisy. The place itself is quite small with no restroom, no public WiFi, 3 tables, a bench, and maybe 3 wooden stools. Although it is quite frustrating that I have to wait for a table and turn on noise cancelling to tune out the loud yappers, it is very nice seeing this small family owned shop get the business it deserves. The girls who run the cashier are always so sweet and willing to give you recommendations based on your personal preferences. Now onto the food. Sometimes the cakes sell out by the end of the day since they're only put out in the morning. I admit I haven't tried as much of the menu as I would have liked so I will review the stuff I have tried so far. * Black Sesame Latte: 8.5/10 quite sweet and earthy if you're into black sesame desserts you'll like this * Korean Yam Sponge Cake: 8/10 light, airy, sweet, a weee bit dry but it probably was just sitting in the stand for too long * Jeju Green Tea Latte: 7/10 I'm quite picky with my matcha so this is good. I'd never seen a green tea latte sourced from Jeju! * Tiramisu Latte: 8.5/10 sweet and sooo yummy, is pretty strong and I'm caffeine sensitive so it gave me the zoomies take that as you will * Injeolmi Crumble Cake: 8.5/10 if you must only get one thing, it's her * Bear Earl Grey Latte: 9/10 just for the iced Mr. Bear coffee who melts into your tea latte, also sweet and delicious * Chocolate Gateaux Cake: 5/10 quite dry and dense, the whipped cream on top saved this piece Not pictured: * Fresh Mango Sponge Cake: 10/10 my favorite one I've tried so far. I'm so sad it's only seasonal. The mangoes were so sweet and ripe oh my goodness I felt like I was at Hui Lau Shan. read more

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Very cute! Tried a selection of baked goods that my brother picked and and would say not too sweet and interesting flavor combos. Would come to try more! read more

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Came by while waiting for our matcha next door. Staff was so sweet, got the hojicha sesame crumble cake to try and two madeleines to-go. They have such amazing options of traditional Korean flavors for their desserts (i.e. sweet corn cheesecake, injeolmi crumble cake, goguma sponge cake, and a seasonal fig sponge cake) I wanted to try them all!!! The presentation of all their desserts are also beautiful and we like how they're not too sweet- iykyk. Cafe is small with about 4 tables but very cute. Will definitely be back! read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Hojicha Sesame Crumble Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

A lovely bakery with beautiful cakes and Madeleine cookies in the display. The pastries come in many Asian flavors including hojicha, matcha, and injeolmi as well as a variety of fruity flavors. We got the strawberry matcha sponge cake and hojicha sesame crumble cakes to share. The matcha flavor was amazing, and the strawberries added the tartness while the cream added the sweetness. The hojicha cake was also very good, more subtle flavors of hojicha and sesame compared to the strawberry matcha cake. Overall the cakes were delicious, but I'm knocking off a star for the higher price and smaller cake portion. I would want to try their Madeleine and Financiers next time. read more

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Lovely bakery with tons of yummy options. Super cute interior and friendly staff. Didn't try the drinks but will next time.

My family and I really enjoy the cakes from here. For most of our birthdays, we usually get cakes from here. The potato cake is our favorite, but having tried most of their other cakes, they are very good as well. Pickup is easy when preordered. Staff are friendly and always willing to help. read more

Got 2 cake slices to go because have heard of this place from Korean friends. I love a good basque cheesecake so got one of those and then got their noteworthy sweet potato cake. 3 stars only because the basque cheesecake was inedible. The sweet potato cake slice was fantastic - fresh cream was buttery yet light and the sweet potato was not too sweet and not too chunky. Basque cheesecake was so sour and had not exterior burnt flavor I felt I was eating cheese without any sugar. I gagged while eating it which I've never done before. The consistency is also too soft - I think cheesecake needs to be denser. Their recipe needs improvement. Slices are $8 each. I would go back but now need to hope I don't pick a dud flavor. They have an injeolmi slice that looked good too as well as pistachio, grape slices. read more

Gu-eum Cake & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Saratoga, California

I've seen this spot every time we stop by the McDonald's plaza and thought maybe one day I should give them a try. And we did, for my wife's birthday, we ordered a cake from Gu eum. The cake looked good, but tasted AWFUL. The cream was definitely not fresh from my experience and worst of all, it made all of us sick. My daughter threw up a few hours later and we all had stomach issues. I've never had any stomach issues with all the bakeries we've been to so far and this place was the first. I would not come back and highly highly recommend you think twice before ordering from them. A very disappointing experience. read more

This is a cute bakery with nice selection of baked goods with Asian inspired flavors. We got the sweet corn cheesecake and the hojicha sesame crumble cake. They were both SO GOOD! The store is also spacious so it will be a good hangout spot for meeting up with friends indoors. read more

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Got a hot black sesame latte from here that was so well balanced between the black sesame nutty and coffee flavor! It's a cute cafe with minimal seating but has some of the most unique Madelines, cakes and cookies! Service can be a little slow if it's super busy as there's usually only 1-2 people behind the counter but it's definitely worth a stop by and a visit! read more

Ordered a cake here for a special occasion and was slightly disappointed with the size given the price. The taste and flavor were pretty good but the cake was so tiny - I was a bit shocked when I received it! I'd stick to the drinks and pastries here instead. read more