I always love Cupcakin'. I particularly like this location because this part of Shattuck is less…read morechaotic than Telegraph up by Cal. They also have a small parking lot exclusively for customers which I just found out after my umpteenth visit. LOL! I purchased the Crème Brûlée cupcake for a friend who reviewed the crème brûlée topping as "not too sweet" and noted that the sugar still had a bit of crisp to it. The frosting on the Lemon Blackberry cupcake is sooooo delicious, but I was disappointed but the innards due to an absence of any blackberry filling. And then when I got to the BOTTOM of the cupcake, I found a flattened blackberry in the center. I suppose they get an A for effort on that one... As for the Key Lime Pie and Vanilla Salted Caramel cupcakes, I've had them multiple times before and they're so tasty. They're really good at what they do here. Unfortunately, if you don't get there early, you won't get to grab any of the limited/exclusive flavors they sometimes have; I missed out on the latest Banana Pudding cupcake and it still keeps me up at night... Ultimately, I don't have the heart to rate any less than 5 stars. Their cupcakes are so delicious, soft, and moist every time. One of my dessert pet peeves is dry cake--I can't stand a dry or underdressed cake. Cupcakin' makes sure I don't have to suffer. Even when they're sold out of my favorites, I'm leaving with something!

Great food/baked goods, great customer service, in a quaint ambiance is how I can describe my…read morefavorite cupcake bakery! I walked in as soon as they opened, and secured my favorite flavors, and a new one. First, the Dubai Chocolate cupcake is prepared perfectly. The pistachio cream inside of a rich chocolate cupcake, with a combination of pistachio and chocolate on top with candied pistachios to finish it off. Every bite is heavenly! I also tried the Lemon Blackberry cupcake, which is a flavor of the month. I love new and exciting flavors, this one was pretty good. I would've preferred a lemon blueberry (which I would love to see on the menu regularly) but this was good nonetheless. Another favorite is the Chocolate Salted Caramel cupcake. The salted caramel is well pronounced and compliments the light, airy chocolate cupcake. I highly recommend what I believe is the "BEST CUPCAKES IN AMERICA"!!

This place is hella cute! Popped my head in to get a treat for someone and was enticed by all their…read morebeautiful offerings. THEY HAVE ICE CREAM CAKE & ICE CREAM CUPCAKES. Beyond that, the service was genuinely sooo sweet. Above and beyond. I felt so much care during our brief interactions. They have a fun brunch / lunch menu I need to check out next. I'll def be back to try the tres leches options as well!

I was searching on Google and Yelp for a place where I can order a Tres Leche birthday cake for my…read morehusband. It is not an option on their website (which it should be hehe) but I saw in one of the reviews that someone had ordered it...so I decided to call and they made it happen! This bakery is very cute. The customer service is excellent (on the phone and in person). It looks like a family owned business which I wanted to support. They were also very kind. They made the process easy since I had ordered this just days before and she also included a candle for me. I was very unprepared and sleep deprived with a newborn so I appreciate that they thought of everything for me and made it so easy. Very kind. So the birthday cake was VERY very good and cute. I couldn't resist getting a slice of strawberry cake myself which was also good but I prefer the tres leche. I also saw they have food (which I want to try) and ice cream cup cakes available and I think that would be another good party buy. I definitely will come again. This bakery is lovely and so are the people who work there.

didn't get a picture but they have thee yummiest banana chocolate chip loaves!!…read more got 4 cupcakes as well; top - raspberry on chocolate bread & vanilla on vanilla bottom - chocolate on chocolate (my favorite) & salted caramel on chocolate friendly service quiet and cute bakery, felt cozy being there :3

We have had cupcakes, tiramisu, and mini cheesecake. We like the fact that the desserts were not…read moresuper sweet. The owner told us that they used Swiss cream which contains less sugar than American cream. Desserts were very dense and creamy. We love it!

4.5 stars $10…read morestrawberry fig leaf tart was: straight out of a grandma's kitchen. scratch made. perishable. delicious. This belongs on some kind of "best of" list. The buttery shortbread with strawberry compote was tasty but not any kind of category runaway.

We love Sesame! We come almost every weekend for some treats. Everything is delicious and we love…read morethat they carry tea from Song, our favorite tea provider in SF. Sesame is far superior to places that are rated "best" in SF -- it's a wonderful spot.

Bummed that they are no longer operating in the Bay Area, but glad I was able to try Basuku earlier…read morethis year before they moved away. And yes, the cheesecake is great - probably the best rendition of basque cheesecake I've had. I love that it's not too cream-cheese-y in flavor, and the texture is smooth and creamy. Of the flavors we tried, the cookies and cream was my favorite. The coffee had a very strong coffee flavor.

Basuku has the most decadent basque cheesecakes in the Bay Area. I've been a fan for years, and…read morethey recently posted that they'll be leaving the bay to pursue other locations (Japan/Taiwan). If you haven't tried them yet, go before it's too late! I've been lucky enough to try four of their flavors, and each one showcases their signature silky texture and deep flavor. All are not too sweet! My personal favorite is the Kyoto Matcha - the matcha is high-quality, with a vivid green color and rich flavor that balances beautifully with the creamy cheesecake base. The Original is a classic for a reason with deeply caramelized top and creamy interior. I also tried the Iribancha, a roasted green tea flavor. It's intense, smoky, and unique..maybe not one I could finish in one sitting, but definitely memorable and recommend for those who want that earthy/smoky taste. The truffle was also a standout, adding just enough umami to round out the sweetness. Preorders drop via Instagram (@basukucheesecakes) and sell out lightning-fast. Otherwise, plan to line up for slices! Wishing Basuku all the best on their next chapter. Fingers crossed for a return to the Bay someday! Until then, don't miss your chance to try what might be the best cheesecake you've ever had.

I was looking for a local baker for a baby shower in the Berkeley area and I came across Layers By…read moreXanthe. I sent Ericka a picture of the cake I was looking for and she was prompt to respond. She gave me all her unique cake flavor options and was open to my suggestions as well. We ordered a chocolate hazelnut cake. It was delicious! Everyone at the party enjoyed the cake very much too. The cake was super moist and filled with hazelnuts. Ericka even delivered the cake which made it less of hassle for us as well. I appreciated her professionalism, prompt service, attention to detail and of course the delicious cake! I highly recommend her if you are looking for a cake in the East Bay Area.

Everything I've tried has been a winner! Last year my cousin ordered a lemon cardamom birthday cake…read moreand it tasted as wonderful as it looked. This year my friends at work ordered afternoon tea to be delivered since I had to work on my birthday. Those savory bites were unique and phenomenal! Not a dry tea sandwich in sight. Loved the savory portion so much, especially the chanterelle mushroom eclair and tomato quail egg galette. The food comes beautifully packaged and ready to serve. Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon!

Soft, chewy and very delicious cookies with a good balance of protein, fiber and surprisingly low…read morecarbohydrates (sugar) because she use coconut nectar to sweeten these yummy cookies. They're worth every penny (about $40 a dozen).

I have been a fan favorite for almost 4 years now. I love the complexity and balance in the flavor…read moreoptions (lemon lavender and ginger molasses are my faves!) Shipping is always faster than expected. My favorite thing and why I will continue to be a supporter is that this is a woman owned company by a revolutionary that has a deep passion for food preservation and health. Love to be able to support brands and products that align with my values! Cheers to many more tasty boxes of goodness!

I had a very last minute request for Sadaf for a gender reveal cake but she was able to make it…read morework. The cake was beautiful and exactly how I envisioned it to be. I can't thank Sadaf enough for helping to make our first baby's gender reveal so special. Would definitely recommend and order from her again!

I had dreamed about my son's 1st birthday more than 10 years before he was even born. I thought I…read morehad the theme and all the little details perfectly planned... but then I discovered Itty Bitty Pâtisserie and everything changed. Sadaf is beyond talented -- her creations are not only stunning works of art, but they taste absolutely delicious too. On top of that, she is one of the kindest, most genuine people you'll ever meet, which makes the whole experience even more special. My son's birthday theme may change every year, but one thing I know for sure is that Sadaf will be the one making his cakes. She made our very first milestone celebration unforgettable, and I'm so grateful I found her.