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Birthdays always call for a sweet treat! I've never been fond of cake, even as a kid. Growing up, I'd always request cupcakes for my birthday. For my birthday this year, I was in the mood for a good vegan cupcake. Yelp lead us here to Love at First Bite! The cupcakery is quaint, small, and cute. You can order online or in person. Cupcakes are on display for customers ranging in traditional flavors as well as specialty, gluten-free, and vegan options. Service by the workers was efficient and helpful. They even have dog cupcakes too! I chose the Vegan Chocolate Cupcake. It was moist, and rich, and you couldn't even tell it was vegan. I highly recommend it! My friends and family had their cupcakes which everyone seemed to enjoy. It's a nice size for the price and good quality too! For those cupcake lovers in the area, I recommend visiting Love At First Bite. They're able to cater to different dietary restrictions allowing everyone to enjoy a little sweet treat! Looking forward to coming back when those cravings hit. Find them off Vine Street with street parking around.
I've been here plenty of times before ordered some cupcakes for my daughter's baby shower. They did a great job. I definitely recommend! the service is friendly.
Ordered some cupcakes for a staff Halloween lunch. Woah! I'm not a huge cupcake person, but I am now! The flavors were absolutely divine! Red velvet, chocolate, vanilla, banana nut, cookies and cream, etc. Each cupcake was perfectly moist and not dried out, like some places tend to be. The designs were adorable as well. Best of all - it was fun to try out the flavors but not feel guilty for indulging, as these were the mini sized cupcakes. So we were all able to satisfy our sweet tooth's within reason. I look forward to ordering from here once again!
The cupcakes were ok. Definitely super sweet. It was cool to try them out, but, they're not really my kind of jam!
I had placed an order for a strawberry flavored gender reveal cake. The cake was for me and I specifically asked for a fondant teddy bear on top of the cake with white frosting and the "reveal" with pink or blue inside of the cake. The decoration wasn't what I had asked for and frankly made it quite obvious that it was a girl before I even cut into the cake. The cake itself wasn't too sweet which was nice. But overall I was disappointed, unfortunately nothing I can do now since it was the day of my gender reveal get together and couldn't order another one.
First time here and greeted with a friendly and very patient staff close to closing. Red velvet, Bunny Love and Salted Caramel are the popular flavors here and the first two were sold out by the time I got there. I tried the key lime which was my favorite, strong lime flavor. It was quite sweet and a bit tart. It has a yellow cake bottom I think with a graham cracker crust.I bought the salted caramel and pistachio chocolate as well but didn't get to try the salted caramel since I gave it away :( The pistachio cream has a really strong pistachio flavor, almost tastes like the way almond does as a flavor. The chocolate bottom is subtly chocolate and felt separated from the cream top. I think this is the cupcake that would taste better if eaten with the cupcake hack like a sandwich. All flavors that I tried are strong here. Cake is soft. They have so many flavors, I look forward to returning and trying the others.
I've gone here through the years and have always had really good experiences. It's been my go to spot for birthday gift cupcakes and a few birthday cakes. I just recently purchased my gender reveal cake here and they did a fantastic job. It came out beautifully and everyone commented how perfect it was. The process was also easy and they were very responsive as far as getting things set up. The cupcake flavors are fun and consistent. I like the frosting they use- both the texture and the amount of it.
Get the day old six packs for $15 and don't forget to tip! Warm cozy lil shop. Fast friendly service. Fresh and moist. Generous with the frosting. Vanilla tasted a little like cornbread which was a nice surprise. These cupcakes could cure cancer. This ain't generic Betty Crocker or chemical laden Safeway! Always a good day when you stop in here! Seriously, Love At First Bite takes the cake...
I've got a sweet tooth & this place hit the spot. This is a small but cute bakery , they had a variety of candles & birthday hats etc. The ladies working the front were friendly & gave me their suggestions. They had plenty of choices & I couldn't decide but luckily, they had a variety pack of day old mini cupcakes, a dozen for $15 & that was a deal for me! These cupcakes were moist & flavorful which says a lot for it being a day old. I enjoyed all the flavors & I'll definitely be back for the full sized ones + the cake pops that they recommended. Highly suggest you stop by for a sweet treat if you're around the area!
The name says it all -- one bite and you're hooked! You'll find around 12-15 delicious, quality cupcake varieties, from classic vanilla to adventurous chocolate pistachio. There are also vegan and gluten-free options, mini cupcakes, and specials like refreshing lemon raspberry and cool chocolate chip mint. Furthermore, your dog will love their Pup Cakes! Service is quick and easy; you can have your treats on a plate, in a box, or by the dozen! They take cash, cards, and PayPal. You can order by phone or online, too! Planning an event? Ask about custom orders, the possibilities are practically endless. If you're in the festive mood, this quaint bakery additionally sells party favours and decorations. Will keep coming back!
3 years ago
Thank you so much Love @ 1st bite for making my daughter's baby shark cake everyone loved how you decorated it, and also loved the taste! Service was also great, and took my order in w/ short time notice. Will be coming back here for future orders read more
What's not to love about cupcake shop. The place is a bit hidden. If you're on Shattuck, you walk up North on Vine, and then there is a sign for the shop pointing towards a set of wooden stairs that you walk up to. There is a few little shops in the courtyard, but I'm not sure what they were since my mind was set on cupcakes. The shop is teeny, but has plenty of flavor options. I got Pistachio Chocolate cupcake which was perfect. The cupcake was chocolate and the cream on top was pistachio flavored. I also had a classic Red Velvet Cake. They had two types of cookies, and I couldn't resist the Oatmeal one which was perfectly soft and had just the right ingredients. Will be back if I'm in the area! read more
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Love at First Bite is my favorite gourmet cupcake shop in East Bay. I first stepped foot in their cute shop 10 years ago when I lived in the area. They had me at matcha green tea cupcake, $3.60. To this day, their quality of the green tea cupcake is still consistent. Sure, prices have gone up, but as that is life. Everything goes up except paycheck... Anyway, during my most recent visit, I tried their pumpkin cupcake and that was also delicious. I believe pumpkin is a seasonal item? I've also tried their red velvet cupcakes and that was also good. Not too much seating inside or outside, most people order cupcakes to-go. I'll see you again soon, Love at First Bite! #5/2019 read more
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Cute cupcake shop in Gourmet Ghetto! A little out of the way for students, and make sure to check closing times. I loved cupcakes, so when I found out there's another artisan cupcakery in Berkeley I decided to give it a try. Their cupcakes are beautifully presented and have a variety of flavors, even green tea. i got cookies n cream, green tea, and red velvet. However, I think the cupcakes are on the dry side, which I wasn't too enamored with. read more
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Greattt cupcakes! I got coconut, red velvet and vegan chocolate. They are beautifully presented and taste delicious. I have been searching for a good cupcake place in Berkeley, and found the one read more
Today's my husbands birthday and not much is open on Sundays but we were lucky to find out this little gem hidden in the hills was open! They have so many options and favors that we had to try mostly one of everything! We got Bunny love, cookies and cream, matcha green tea, red velvet, and lemon kiss. So far We've only tried one so far and man oh man! Hella good, super tasty, and super fresh! Staff was friendly, line wasn't long and they are taking safety precautions such as wearing masks and gloves. Can order online for pick up, delivery, or just order at the bakery! Be safe and good eats! read more
2 years ago
I purchased a gift card here for my parents to use and they ended up using it while we were visiting them. It was easy to find and has street parking available right out front! I appreciated that I could order a gift card to be emailed to them and that I didn't need to go in person. They have several different cupcake options and also cookies to try! Plus, they have a small selection of party decorations/supplies. All of the desserts we tried were great. Their staff was super friendly. My only recommendation would be to play music inside. It was so quiet, made it a little awkward. read more
We love this place for our dog Oakley's birthday pupcakes!!! They offer a peanut butter and bacon version that is so cute!! Their other cupcakes (for humans!) are amazing too! The standouts for us are: Coconut Strawberry Key lime - graham cracker crust and filled So easy to preorder and pick up!! read more
Drop by on my birthday to get myself a treat, always like these spots. I'm usually disappointed but can't help support local business. However, this place is legit . The strawberry cream a really taste like real strawberries. The red velvet had amazing texture without overbearing flavor. I will come back to get some for my bro's bday. Never would have guessed my favorite cupcake place would be in Berkeley. Good job to that team Can't wait to see how your cakes are read more
AMAZING!!! My friends and I made the last minute decision to order matcha cupcakes for our friends birthday and were so happy we did!!! We asked that they write on it, but when we picked them up they had decorated them with flowers and it looked amazing. They tasted even better, can't wait to order from them again!! read more
I searched for a bakery with curbside pick-up and that's how I discovered Love at First Bite. The online process was perfect; followed up with text and email confirmation. I called when I arrived and within minutes a woman came to the car with the cupcakes. I ordered 8 and the gluten-free and vegan were identified in the neatly packaged box. Normally all of this might not be so impressive but we have had really bad service with a lot of restaurants during the pandemic. I'm delighted this process was so smooth AND the cupcakes were delicious! read more
7 years ago
This is our go-to cupcake place! Love that the cupcakes are not overly sweet. The flavor selection is great and the staff is always friendly! Whenever we're in Berkeley, we always try and stop. I decided to look them up on Instagram because a craving hit during this quarantine, and to my surprise they were delivering!! I was not only able to order cupcakes for myself but a couple for my pups. Thank you for allowing my husband and I to celebrate our Daisy's birthday properly. She loved her pup-cake! read more
6 years ago
My coworkers surprised me with a birthday cake from this bakery. It was SO cute -- they put Pikachu on the cake and decorated it with little handmade Pokéballs. They had used the exact Pikachu image that my coworkers had requested, and it looked great. The cake was chocolate with caramel-flavored frosting, and it was delicious and decadent. I'm usually not a cake person, but this one was something special. Plus, the bakery delivered during covid and helped brighten up my quarantine birthday. Overall I was so impressed! read more
My sister surprised me with a dozen cupcakes from here, delivered to my doorstep, and for cake pops. I am so impressed at the care taken to package them, and the cupcakes arrived slightly refrigerated and cool, fresh, sweet, and absolutely beautiful. In these SIP times I was so impressed at the extra care. There were candles! Plump frosting! Rainbow sprinkles! (My 4yo is in love with them) I even for a text that they were on my doorstep so they didn't stay out too long. I am so thankful for these conscientious business owners and bakers. read more
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I've had cupcakes from Love at First Bite when I was an undergrad, so this bakery was one on my mind when I wanted to order a cake for my friend's engagement dinner. They can essentially make and cupcake flavor as a whole cake, and Pat (the owner) was easy to communicate with over email as far as answering my questions and accommodating what I wanted visually for the cake. I thought prices were extremely reasonable and ordering was a breeze over the computer. I ended up ordering a matcha cake for my friends and it was a huge hit with the rest of the guests! The happy couple even took home the rest of the cake to enjoy for themselves. I enjoyed the cake myself, and it had just the right balance of matcha and white chocolate! I would highly recommend ordering from this bakery for any of your special occasions, or even just coming in to enjoy a sweet treat! read more
9 years ago
I was pleasantly surprised by Love at first bite! I'm a bit of a cupcake snob and these cupcakes did not disappoint. After a friend of mine heard that I was spending the day in the east bay, she recommended that I seek out Love at First Bite as she had them cater her wedding. She especially raved about the "pretty in pink" which is a strawberry lover's dream being strawberry buttercream topped on strawberry cake which I sadly did not try as other flavors were sounding out their siren call. So many enticing flavors though that it was difficult to choose! We ended up getting the razzle dazzle, a seasonal flavor, which is raspberry frosting on chocolate cake and the hummingbird (banana, pineapple, pecan cake with a pineapple cream cheese frosting). I think where they excel is the frosting. It's not cloyingly sweet. You can taste the essence of the raspberries or pineapple. Not any artificial ingredients but what I imagine to be the sun kissed fruit that lovingly gets mixed into these cupcakes. I noticed a couple of reviews mentioning how dry the cake was but I didn't have this issue. The employee who sold us our cupcakes was sweet and very mindful of us waiting for another customer to finish up and apologized for ringing her up first. Not a problem since since she had come in before us. Would come back here in a heartbeat! The price points of the cupcakes were exactly right from $3.25 - $3.50. They do cakes here as well as have vegan cupcake options. Got to love Berkeley for that. read more
6 years ago
They fulfill their name. It is actually a love at first bite. I ordered their cupcakes to try out all kinds of cakes they have. They decorated the cupcakes beautifully and so elegantly delicious. I loved their strawberry cake with a tinge of strawberry flavor and seeds in the gooey mix of the cake. Their banana and carrot cake were equally delicious and heartwarming. It's easy to order online and get them delivered home. The delivery lady actually waited for me to bring the boxes inside home to avoid theft at doorstep. Such a kind lady. I love it when business care about customers and enjoy sharing their cakes and delicacies with everyone. I definitely recommend Love at First Bite. read more
3 years ago
Wow! The cake decorator nailed my vision. This cake was a 10, both for design and taste! Thnx so much read more
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Love at First Bite is a fabulous cake and cupcake spot! Every flavor we've tried is delicious and the employees are very caring. Natalie always decorates my items with beautiful colors and fun designs and goes above and beyond to make sure my orders are accurate (we have a picky, gluten free crowd) and on time, even when I come in last minute. I love getting our goodies from this friendly, cheery and efficient small business. read more
6 years ago
I love at Love At First Bite. I first tried their cupcakes and I really loved their red velvet cupcakes. I customized two cakes there for my dad's birthday. First one was a chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. He really loved it. This year I decided to put a theme on it! They showed me a sampler to the space cake and it was perfect for the space cake I wanted for him! The cake is delicious but the frosting is somewhat super sweet for my taste but the cake went super fast! I gave a piece to my friend too and she loved it too! Thank you! Much appreciate the hard work put into these cakes! read more
I was on the hunt to satisfy my cravings for a cupcake. While driving around the city of Berkeley, my first thought was to find Cupkates truck but I saw on twitter they had sold out =( My back up plan was to use Yelp as my guide to find the next best thing. Even then I got lost driving around looking for this small cute bakery, it was soo totally worth it. Love at first bite, was everything I was looking for. This bakery is located inside a complex of other food vendors & shops. Since it was 3pm the bakery barely had any selections left. My eyes were set on the last two red velvet cupcakes, but the lady in front of me just purchased them UGH!!!! I happened to notice there was this pink cupcake that had said "Pretty in Pink" which consisted of delightful strawberry cupcakes with blushing pink strawberry butter cream made with real strawberries. Results: My first bite? got me sprung! LOL Picture this: moist & fluffy on the inside and dense on the outside with the flavors of real strawberries. Need I say more? read more
10 years ago
I wanna write a simple 2 sentence review but I dunno if yelp would auto-delete it :P tl;dr- great frosting, not so great cupcake. So I had about an hour to burn and I was walking down Shatuck away from Cal. At first, I was like I don't like the city of Berkeley, but the further you got away from the school, the better of the area it was. So like 3-4 blocks made a huge difference. And in this area, it actually feels like a college town :P Anywho, this is just off Walnut and you'll be able to enter through a side "has a lot of signs" area that tell you that L@FB is here. You walk up the stairs and walk straight, make a small left, and then you should be here! I didn't know what cupcake to get, but they have mini a choice! You could get the regular size or the mini sizes :3 I left that error on purpose btw :P The consensus on Yelp was to try the green tea/matcha cupcake, so I got that and only that. The frosting was really good. Like you could taste green tea. It was creamy, it was smooth, it was suave. But then you went to the rest of the cupcake. And for me, I like moist cupcakes and the cupcake here kinda was that? But it's way too heavy for a cupcake and I wasn't a fan of it ._. It was a total flop for me and I kinda threw it out. If I could have that frosting tho :/ That was really good. read more
Love at First Bite is located in an inviting, elevated alcove not too far from Cheese Board. I'm a sucker for cupcakes, and I hadn't had one in a long time; I decided to try the shop on a whim after purchasing some cards nearby. The store has a gleaming interior with white, clean surfaces and baking machines on display. I checked out the selection of cupcakes and ended up getting a selection of 4. I only tried two of them: the vanilla and lemon cupcakes. The highlight for me was the frosting, which was flavorful and not too sweet. However, I thought the cake was on the dry side; I bought them in the morning which makes me think they probably were fresh and not some stale leftovers from the day before. I'm willing to give Love At First Bite another try to see if I may have gotten a mediocre batch or whether their cupcakes tend to be consistently on the denser side of things; I will update if my review changes. read more
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1510 Walnut St
Ste G
Berkeley, CA 94709
Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
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(510) 848-5727
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Will you be providing any special Valentine theme goodies? If yes, when will they be available for pick up?
In addition to our cupcakes, we will have other Valentine's treats such mini heart cakes, heart sugar cookies, and gummies available in limited quantities Saturday through Monday.
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