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Our amazing office manager purchased these for a special birthday party at our office. She told me that the owner hand delivered them! They were so yummy. They do something with the frosting and the flavors. The actual cupcake is pretty pedestrian but the frosting alone is worth it. Everyone really enjoyed them, so much so that the birthday honoree decided to take the leftovers home! read more

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Scott was amazing to work with! He accommodated a last minute (under 24 hours) custom order and delivered exactly what was requested and more. The communication was prompt, pick up is quick, and most importantly, the cupcakes were tasty! I got the classic chocolate and raspberry vanilla and both cakes are moist while the frosting were delicious and did not have an artificial taste you would get from any storebought cupcakes. Highly recommend ordering from him. read more

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Scott is great and super responsive. I asked him last minute if he could do 3 cupcake types for a baby shower with a special request to have a blue frosting in the center to reveal the baby's gender. He is amazing at what he does and very professional. He is now my go-to cupcake guy. read more

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First of all, Scott is an absolute gem of a human. From our very first interaction, he was warm, responsive, and genuinely excited to help make my daughter's 9th birthday special. He was totally flexible and ready to bake whatever combination of cupcakes we needed. I took a bit longer than planned to finalize the flavors and quantity (classic busy-parent moment ), but Scott didn't miss a beat. Even with the event date quickly approaching, he graciously moved forward and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. We ordered 40 cupcakes--10 each of four different flavors--and every single one was outstanding. These Kick-Ass Cupcakes absolutely live up to their name. They were universally loved by everyone, from the birthday girl to every last guest. Thank you so much, Scott, for taking such wonderful care of us. We'll absolutely be back, and recommending you to everyone we know. read more

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nick l.

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6 months ago

Dude. Yes. He was passing these out at the front desk at the gym and damn. Best post snack ever. Get a box of these minis. Can't lose. Damn. So good wtf. read more

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With only one day notice Scott was able to prepare vegan chocolate cupcakes for my son's birthday. It was an easy pickup and my kids love loved the cupcakes. The taste was so delicious- you couldn't even tell they were vegan. Thanks Scott!! read more

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Late review as i meant to post this a while ago but delicious cupcakes, great variety to suit different preferences. The service is stellar with being able to be fit in at the last minute (2.5 dozen variety mix) ad very responsive. Easy pickup. Cupcakes were Very large plush not overly sweet and delightful and a hut eith kids and adults alike. Thank you Scott!! read more

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Derick G.

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Without any recommendations and just basing it on the Kick Ass C. reviews on Yelp, I ordered 7 half a dozen of Scott's popular cupcakes. He even recommended the right mix of flavors. And you know what, I'm glad I chose Kick Ass C! Not only it looked great but it also was so good. It was a hit at my daughter's 7th birthday celebration. So glad I took that chance. Scott is one of the warmest, nicest and thoughtful person I've ever met. Thank you again Scott, you made our party a success! read more

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Deidre S.

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We ended up ordering with a few days notice, Kiss Ass Cupcakes made it happen. Everyone kept asking who made it because it was delicious! My son was excited to see it, thank you so much! read more

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Johanna V.

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I ordered cupcakes for my daughter's birthday and so happy I found Scott! I ordered strawberry lemonade and red velvet, and they were to die for! The cupcakes were so delicious, light and very balanced in taste. I was partial to strawberry lemonade because I love the citrusy taste, very refreshing. The red velvet was my daughter's favorite! She said one of the very best she's ever tasted! Scott is a delight to work with! I can't wait to order more. Next, will be for my son's birthday! read more

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Debbie G.

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Absolutely wonderful! The cupcakes were beautiful, fresh, and delicious. The delivery was also right on time and completely seamless. Everything exceeded my expectations, and I will definitely order again. Highly recommend! read more

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Ciánna J.

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JUST ORDER THEM. I had a cupcake craving and reached out to Scott based on his yelp and reviews and asked about his rescue cupcakes (amazing idea for leftovers) he didn't have any that day so I put an order in after looking at ALL his flavors. We got the chocolate toffee crunch. HOLY CUPCAKE HEAVEN, I am snob when it comes to good desserts and this flavor was magical, it was the perfect ratio and not overly sweet and sooo moist. My husband and I were shocked at how delicious they were. We will be ordering plenty more in the future! Scott is extremely kind and responsive and clearly puts a lot of work into his craft and it shows! read more

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This is my 3rd or 4th time ordering from Scott. Never had a problem with the orders. Gave Scott well over a week to prep a dozen, but last minute, ordered an additional 6 cupcakes. Of course, we had to have the German Chocolate and Red Velvet. We tried the new flavor, Shirley Temple. Definitely were not disappointed with any of the flavors. Some of us had seconds. Now they were not cheap, but if you want moisted and flavorful cupcakes, consider ordering from Kick-Ass Cupcakes. read more

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Sabrina L.

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My daughter had her 8th birthday party and the kids went crazy for the chocolate strawberry filled cupcakes! Thank you so much Scott for making such soft delicious cupcakes for everybody to enjoy! Lots of my mom friends loved them and would love to try out your other flavors too! I can't wait to order more for myself this time! read more

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John F.

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Great service and response we time from Scott, the man behind Kick Ass Cupcakes. Thanks for your attention to detail for me!

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Thomas D.

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Scott is an outstanding baker! His energy, communication and ability sold us immediately. The sample cupcakes were outstanding and his final product for our daughter's first birthday celebration was spot on and you shouldn't pass on him. read more

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Mike S.

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Scott made my son's 5th birthday amazing! He made a soccer themed cake and cupcakes and they were not only beautiful, they were delicious!

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Giovanni

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Literally the best cupcakes I've ever had - no hyperbole. Was in a bind and Scott came through with lemon cupcakes that were raved about by all who had the chance to try them. I should have ordered more because they were swooped up quickly. Will certainly order again when wanting to bless someone and am looking forward to trying the other flavors as well. Thanks Scott - great cupcakes and even better service. read more

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Glen L.

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Scott is a great owner. I would recommend this shop to anyone who needs to get some cakes in the same day.

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Placed an order for 12 mini red velvet cupcakes and Scott graciously gifted a regular sized one for my daughter's birthday. They were yummy - perfect amount of frosting versus cake and not too overly sweet but hits the spot for any cupcake fan. Scott times the baking so the cakes are made fresh from the oven near the designated pickup time. Service was friendly, prompt and kind via text. Will definitely keep this place in mind for future parties, events or just when cupcake cravings happen! They were definitely kick ass quality :) read more

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Andy L.

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Delicious cupcakes that are not overly sweet. I ordered four flavors with 6 cupcakes each flavor: BananaNilla Cream - I was surprised these were my favorite because I'm normally neutral toward banana. These had a delicious cream on the inside and vanilla wafer on top. S'mores - Fantastic presentation with the real chocolate, graham cracker, and marshmallow on top. Red Velvet - Moist and delicious like the others. Raspberry Vanilla - Nice fruit flavor with a bit of tart from the raspberry. I asked Scott what flavors he recommends I try in the future and he replied that it's difficult to answer because all of the flavors are based off his childhood favorites, but he named two to try -- Chocolate Sandwich Cookie Crunch (Oreo) and Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter. read more

Kick Ass Cupcakes - BananaNilla Cream - my favorite cause they have cream inside. Red Velvet S'mores - Fantastic presentation. Raspberry Vanilla - Cupcakes Near Me - San Jose, California

Kick Ass Cupcakes - BananaNilla Cream - my favorite cause they have cream inside. S'mores - Fantastic presentation. - Cupcakes Near Me - San Jose, California

Kick Ass Cupcakes - S'mores - Fantastic presentation with the chocolate, graham cracker, and marshmallow on top. Red Velvet - Delicious. - Cupcakes Near Me - San Jose, California

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Hazel W.

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Amazing experience end to end. Needed cupcakes last min found on yelp called a day before answered right away very kind and accommodating. Picked up the next morning very communicative throughout ready right as promised. Hand delivered to my car even buckled my cupcakes in the front seat. Left a sweet birthday card for my son on top of the order. My teenage boy and all his friends loved them! They said the cupcakes were 'fire'! Which I'm pretty sure is highest praise is teen speak these days :). Highly recommend. read more

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Sylvia S.

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Scott and Kick Ass Cupcakes went above and beyond for our aunt's 100th birthday celebration! From the planning and design to the flavor and presentation, every detail was handled with care and creativity. The Cupcakes weren't just beautiful. They were absolutely spectacular in taste and artistry! Celebrating our dear love one, a proud San Jose resident for nearly 80 years was already a milestone, but adding something sweet from a dynamic local business like Kick Ass Cupcakes made the day truly unforgettable! Thank you Scott for helping us make this once-in-a-lifetime celebration even more meaningful! With Many Thanks! Sylvia Stuart read more

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Dhara N.

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(Our very first order with Kick Ass Cupcakes) Scott is beyond amazing! He is super flexible and easy to work with. I gave a last minute order at 10:15am and cupcakes were already ready by 11:30am :-O I don't think any other vendor would take such last min order as deliver such pretty cupcakes. The birthday potluck event was at noon and everyone enjoyed the cupcakes. For pickup, we arrived 10mins late due to traffic and he was still very flexible. Would highly recommend these cupcakes for your next event or a family or friends get together. He made pickup so smooth and quick. Scott is your GoTo person for cupcakes!! Thank you again! read more

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Cameron N.

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We got the cookie crunch cupcakes which were awesome! Scott was very responsive, super easy to work with, and was able to prepare the cupcakes for us with only one day's notice. Excited to try more flavors soon! read more

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Jeanne W.

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We ordered 62 assorted cupcakes and they were delicious. Soft cake and unforgettable frosting. Scott Was easy to work with. A win win read more

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rob m.

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Amazing experience with Kick Ass Cupcakes. Had a last minute request for a dozen to be delivered last minute for a celebration. Scott dove right in and worked with me to get a perfect assortment delivered in no time. Not only was the delivery great but the cupcakes were a huge hit, crazy delicious and definitely kicked-ass! Thanks Scott! read more

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Kat C.

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These are officially my favorite cupcakes in the South Bay. No one comes close; they seriously kick ass. Baked fresh with TLC in a home kitchen, these cupcakes are incredibly moist, light, fluffy, packed with flavor but not overly sweet. The only challenge with no store front is it requires some pre-planning. But Scott is a master baker so reach out to see what magic he can pull off. Picking up the cupcakes we're a breeze. Scott was very communicative over text and swiftly brought my order to my car. It felt like I was visiting a friend. On to the cupcakes. I ordered: - Strawberry whip: my Korean mom approved! Super light, fluffy, moist, and gentle sweetness. My toddler and parents loved this one. - Strawberry lemonade: Let's start with the smell...HEAVENLY! The strawberry and lemon comes through your nose first. Flavors are mostly in the frosting but the cupcake itself is tangy and so moist. I love the cake. There's something about the way the frosting is twirled that looks so elegant and beautiful. It's topped with half a strawberry; so cute. - S'mores: This one surprised us all. It looks like it would be very decadent but it's still light and moist with just the right amount of sweetness for my liking. The toppings were so generous, picture-perfect, and so yummy--s'mores in a single, small bite! Will definitely get this again, along with the above. Watching everyone try the cupcakes was also entertaining. Our eyes lit up followed by a lot of "mmm"s lol. Can't wait for my next order and to try more flavors. Highly rated--to the moon! read more

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Lizette C.

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So happy to come across Kick Ass Cupcakes through IG & Yelp! Scott is awesome! Ordered strawberry lemonade, banananilla, cookie dough, kick ass lemon, and red velvet.. They were all a hit at my daughter's graduation. Definitely will be ordering more in the future! Thank you Scott! read more

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Lydia H.

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Scott truly went above and beyond to help me pull off a "bling"-themed farewell party for my colleague. He took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and absolutely knocked it out of the park. The cupcakes were both stunning and delicious. My colleagues couldn't stop raving about them, especially the chocolate peanut butter cupcakes, which were a clear fan favorite! To top it all off, Scott personally delivered the cupcakes, saving me a tremendous amount of time. Thank you for making this such a seamless and memorable experience, Scott. I'm a huge fan of Kick Ass Cupcakes! read more

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Ordered cupcakes for my daughter's birthday. The cupcakes were perfect and delicious. Ordering and pickup was easy!

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Ayushi S.

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5/5! Scott made some amazing cupcakes and came through with a last minute order for us. We had a very pleasant experience with him and he made the pick up process seamless! Highly recommend! read more

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Stella E.

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Ordered 60 cupcakes for my nephew and his wife's baby shower. The cupcakes were so good and everyone wanted to know where I ordered them from. They were so big hit! It made the day so festive and fun! Scott the owner and baker really did a fantastic job. We added the animal paper decoration to go with our theme. read more

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Stef Z.

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I ordered cupcakes for both of my gender reveals and Scott was responsive, accommodating, and so supportive. Not to mention, the cupcakes were DELICIOUS! I will absolutely go back to him for future orders and celebrations, and I'd recommend him to anyone who's looking for high quality cupcakes and services. 10 out of 10! read more

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James W.

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Kick Ass Cupcakes was amazing and Scott was so easy to work with. Everyone at the party loved the Oreo birthday cake. It was delicious! I will definitely be using him again if I need another cake or cupcakes. Thanks! read more

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Awesome cupcakes and just beautiful! It's hard to pick a favorite but it might be the double chocolate!

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Brita D.

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Such an awesome experience! Today was my bosses birthday, who's also a VP and also my friend! I had wanted to send her something all day but escalation after escalation kept hitting us and it wasn't until 4:30pm that I picked my head up out of my laptop. I Googled 'best cupcake delivery' and was intrigued when I saw "Kick Ass Cupcakes". I called the # on the website and Scott answered, and within 20min, I had 6 amazing cupcakes being hand delivered to the birthday girl! But it doesn't stop there...Scott included an lovely card and delivered the cupcakes to the restaurant that the birthday girl was arriving at with her family! Truly KICK ASS cupcakes + experience! read more

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Joseph B.

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Scott went out of his way to accommodate a last minute birthday order to be delivered to a guest at a local hotel. He was professional, cheerful, organized and efficient, and he clearly loves what he does. I was told the cupcakes were absolutely delicious--especially the creamsicle flavor! Highly recommend. read more

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Allison K.

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Very glad and grateful that I chose Scott and Kick Ass cupcakes for a delivery for my friend's birthday. I ordered half a dozen lemonade strawberry and half a dozen of the chocolate cupcakes. They were beautifully decorated, and I'm told tasted delicious. The service was impeccable- everything arrived on time and with zero stress/hassle. There's a reason Kick Ass has 5 stars and literally kicks ass! read more

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1491 De Rose Way
Apt 101
San Jose, CA 95126
Willow Glen
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(408) 421-6328
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https://kacupcakes.com

Hours

What time does Kick Ass Cupcakes open?

Kick Ass Cupcakes opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Kick Ass Cupcakes close?

Kick Ass Cupcakes closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Kick Ass Cupcakes take credit cards?

Yes, Kick Ass Cupcakes takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kick Ass Cupcakes have catering options?

Yes, Kick Ass Cupcakes does have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kick Ass Cupcakes have parking?

Yes, Kick Ass Cupcakes has parking options.

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Specialties

Bay areas Best! Call to order your #Delicious hand crafted, custom baked #cupcakes. I bake my cupcakes with, passion, attitude and a lot of love. I know you will love my creations. Call for last minute orders. Please see my website for ordering information. I do cookies too! I DO NOT have a store front.

History

Established in 2020.

My passion is cooking and smiles. By baking cupcakes with fun and unique flavors I am sure I will put a smile on your face. Working from home due to the pandemic sparked the idea of Kick Ass Cupcakes. I went to work on my flavor profiles and logo and now here I am with great customers and friends doing what I love and putting smiles on faces one cupcake at a time. I look forward to baking for you very soon. Scott :)

Meet the Business Owner: Scott R.

Cooking is a passion of mine and making people happy is what I love to do. So combine the two and it's the perfect fit. Who does not love a delicious cupcake? Combined with my creative side and love of making people happy Kick Ass Cupcakes is a dream come true. Come taste the difference I will see you soon. Scott

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I've been coming to Snowtime for a couple of years, and it's still one of my favorite dessert spots…read morewhenever I'm in the Campbell area. They have an impressive variety of drinks and desserts, and I especially love that their snow/bingsu comes in three different sizes (small, medium, large), making it perfect whether you're treating yourself or sharing with friends. On my latest visit, I tried the Banana Matcha drink, and the flavor was delicious. The banana layer on the bottom is a nice touch and you can clearly taste both the matcha and banana. My only note is that I wish the layer on top was a bit thicker for a creamier texture. Even so, the quality and consistency keep me coming back. If you're craving shaved snow desserts, soft serve or unique drinks, Snowtime is always worth a visit!

there are more size options for the dessert - small, regular, large compared to other…read morebingsu/bingsoo places overall, everything was a bit sweeter than Sulbing, etc there to-go packaging has larger ice packs than Sulbing this place has more ingredients for the toppings overall. wish there was more snow tho. tried the mango and the strawberry ones via doordash

Miss-You-Matcha

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Berry Bingsu Regular size

Dzui's Cakes & Desserts

4.0(438 reviews)

5.1 mi•East San Jose

I don't know of any other bakery that serve durian crepe cakes but they do here! The crepe cake…read morewas $15 for a slice and delicious!!! The durian is fresh and presumably that why it's so good ... if you're into this "stinky" superfood! ;) It's heavy and it's a good size slice of cake.

We stopped here before headed to Walk for Peace at Lake Cunningham. It was a good idea to stop by…read moreto grab some refreshing drinks. This is the first time trying the desserts. I enjoyed my durian desserts. It was good, I'm not a fan of a lot of jellies in my drinks. I liked how it was made with coconut milk, durian, and jellies. I just would like my drink to be thicker and less jellies. But, it was still delicious. My sis ordered a Milo drink and wasn't a fan of it. My other sis got a strawberry matcha. She had no complaints. My mom enjoyed her taro dessert but wasn't a fan of the taro, durian, and salted egg. I thought it was overly sweet for my taste. We ordered extra drinks to offer to the monks (there were more than I expected)..oops! It was a warm day and we were all excited to be there. It was overall a great day and to have a place that was had unique Vietnamese drinks was a plus!

Lava something, I forget

Hambalang Milk Tea

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Popcorn chicken

Izumi Matcha

4.3(851 reviews)

5.5 mi•Rancho Rinconada

Izumi has been my favorite matcha spot for a while! I've been coming here since it opened. This is…read morea to-go tea shop, so there's no seating inside. You order at a kiosk and wait for your name to be called, then pick up your drinks at the counter. There are some benches outside in this plaza, so if you want to sit, you can. Their matcha is exceptional, and although the line can get very long, they are so efficient that your drinks are ready in no time. I'd say the longest part of the process is waiting for someone to place their order at the kiosk. As a vegan, I stick to the fruit teas like Strawberry Yuzu Matcha Tea, Red Dragon Refresher, Lychee Matcha Tea, and Yuzu Matcha Tea. However, prior to becoming vegan 3-ish years ago, I did try the Crème Brûlée Matcha and Okinawa Hojicha Latte. Each drink is delicious in its own way, and I love that the matcha shines regardless of the flavor you choose. During my recent visit, I had the Strawberry Yuzu Matcha. The screen suggested keeping it as is instead of choosing "less sweet," so I stuck with the original. I liked it, but next time I'll definitely go with less sweet. It wasn't a sugar bomb, but it was a bit sweeter than I prefer.

Ordered strawberry matcha latte. No matcha flavor at all. Pretty disappointing since this place…read morespecializes in matcha .... It tasted like water with a splash of milk and strawberry. They gave a lot of ice. More than half the cup was ice. Expensive for green colored ice water lol. Better quality and value out there.

Drinks menu and wares for sale (along with line for the ordering kiosk)

Me after eating matcha ice cream

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Crème brûlée Matcha is so good.

Aroma

4.2(392 reviews)

5.9 mi•East San Jose

I've been to Aroma a few times and always love their matcha, especially the banana cream! had to…read moretry their new pumpkin spice matcha and it did NOT disappoint the pumpkin cream literally tasted like pumpkin pie and was SO good. the pumpkin syrup blended perfectly with their strong matcha, and I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. every time I've been, the staff have been friendly and the café has been clean. definitely recommend trying it if you're a matcha lover! I'll definitely be back.

We visited Aroma before noon on a Saturday and it was already pretty busy. The parking lot was also…read morequite packed, so parking can be a little hectic. We ordered the Jasmine Matcha, and unfortunately it was a miss for me. The best way I can describe the flavor is like the last few sips of a watered-down Matcha Einspanner. The matcha flavor felt diluted, and I've had much better versions of a Jasmine Matcha elsewhere. I think a stronger matcha flavor and better balance between the jasmine and matcha would have made the drink much more enjoyable. I'm not sure if it was just the drink we chose, so I'd still give Aroma another try and order a different Matcha Latte next time.

Banana Cream Matcha

20% Off Soft Opening: Cà Phê Sữa Đá ($5.42 +$2.08 for 2 shots), Durian Milk Tea ($5.20), Pandan Milk Tea ($5.20)

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Miranda G.

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2 years ago

I was in a total panic on the day of my niece's birthday party, scrambling to find cupcakes and cookies last minute. I stumbled across Kick Ass Cupcakes website on Google and decided to text them in a desperate attempt to save the day. To my surprise, I got an immediate response! Not only did he text back right away, but he also called me to make sure everything was squared away. Within no time, I had an order placed for 30 cupcakes. The best part? I casually mentioned that I was also on cookie duty (talk about procrastination) and asked if he happened to have any on hand. To my astonishment, he baked two dozen fresh cookies for me that same morning. And as if that wasn't enough, he packaged everything up and met me within an hour to hand-deliver the goodies. I was able to take them straight to the party, and let me tell you, they were an absolute hit! Everyone loved the flavors and kept asking where the cupcakes and cookies were from. I made sure to leave his card next to the treats, and people were actually taking pictures of it. Everyone could not stop talking about the flavors, freshness, and overall kick ass cupcakes! Kick Ass Cupcakes truly lived up to its name and saved my butt that yesterday. I'm beyond grateful and will definitely be coming back for all my future party needs. Thank you for making me look like the best aunt ever! read more

Leti ..

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2 years ago

Let's talk about Kick Ass Cupcakes. These aren't your average cupcakes - they're absolutely delicious! Moist and flavorful, each cupcake is a little masterpiece. And the decorations? Beautiful and uniform, just like you'd hope for. But the real kicker? Scott was a total gem! He saved me from a major birthday disaster. A celebration snuck up on me faster than I'd like to admit, and Scott came through in the clutch. Big thanks to Kick Ass Cupcakes for making the day so special! read more

John A.

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1 year ago

Had a great experience with Scott/Kick Ass Cupcakes. We hired Scott for a primary cat themed birthday cake and an assortment of mini-cupcakes, including a vegan option. All of the cakes looked and tasted amazing, including the vegan option. (Most of the vegan cakes I've tried previously were very dry, but Scott's were not dry at all). We also got great feedback from our guests...some of them very tough customers. Will definitely call on Scott for future baking needs. read more

Lisa F.

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5 months ago

Scott makes unbelievably wonderful cupcakes, and he is a great person to boot! He baked cupcakes for our daughter's wedding and was such a pleasure to work with from the get-go. He was really responsive and flexible, and even made a custom passion fruit cupcake--my daughter's favorite. He delivered over 150 fabulous cupcakes (7 flavors) to the venue, and was so organized that I didn't even have to think about any logistics. Thank you, Scott--we couldn't be happier! read more

Harley K.

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5 years ago

SCOTT IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD - my coworker and I were given the last minute task of a big cupcake order for a client that had to be delivered by end of day. Things were looking bleak, when we stumbled upon Kick Ass Cupcakes and were given the best customer service of all time, and a last minute order of the most beautiful, fresh cupcakes you've ever seen!! I don't live in San Jose, but anybody who does should look truly nowhere else - this is the place to be. read more

Adriana A.

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3 years ago

I usually am not much of a cake/cupcake lover, but a friend of mine shared her Kick Ass Cupcakes with me and wow!!! I officially have a sweet tooth!! Hands down the BEST cupcakes I've had. Worth every dollar spent. The quality of the cupcakes is phenomenal and his decorating skills are ON POINT. I will be ordering my daughters birthday cupcakes with you. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into your work. read more

Katherine B.

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3 years ago

Absolutely awesome cupcakes and Scott definitely gives 150%! I ordered last minute for my daughter and he went way beyond the call of duty to make sure that she received the order the next day even though he had a very busy delivery schedule. T The cupcakes are not only hand crafted with love but are beautiful and super yummy as well. Love this small business! A+++++ read more

Alejandra C.

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3 years ago

My absolute go-to for special treats in the Bay Area. Scott is a pleasure to work with, making each order a breeze, and our recipients cannot get enough of his incredible cupcakes. Highly, highly recommend for anyone needing a cupcake vendor for birthdays, events, corporate gifting, or just because. read more

Patty G.

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1 year ago

These were the best cupcakes ! So fresh. I had a last minute request and Scott was so accommodating. It was a special request ( Cookie Monster, & Elmo) they turned out perfect. We were so happy. We will definitely order from him in the future. read more

Ct F.

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1 year ago

Amazing!! Truly delicious! The owner, Scott, bakes with love. He was a pleasure to work with. We ordered red velvet, strawberry lemonade, strawberry, and vanilla with butter cream. All great! You can't go wrong. read more

Dylan B.

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5 years ago

Great selection of flavors! Especially because you don't see these types of flavors very often and they taste spot on! Will order again. read more

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