The sweet aroma filled the room. The desserts appealing to the eyes and making my mouth water. So…read moremany options. I had to make a decision. Customer service was pleasant. They handled each customer with care. They didn't rush me. I know i took too long to decide. After finishing my order I kept adding to it. I had to hurry and leave tge building before I added even more to the order. I ended up with 4 delicious cupcakes and a gooey butter cake. Everything was so good. The gold rush was the last cake that I purchased. I had completed my order. But got back in line to get it. 2 ladies told me that I can go ahead of them. I told them I already ordered and I'm ordering again. I initially got 3 vanilla butter cream cupcakes. Then I saw the gooey butter cake. I asked the young lady to add that too.. My coworkers placed their orders. Their desserts are kind of pricey. At least they are on my opinion. But they are very good. Of course there's parking out front.

This location is kind of hidden. It's in the back corner of a strip center and off the main road…read more However, it is still easy to find and parking is a breeze. Yesterday, Sophia my little fur-baby had a vet appointment that was just a block away. Being a good dog dad, I made sure she arrived early. In fact, we were so early I had time to kill so I made a stop at, The Cup. To my delightful surprise, they had a special on two of my favorite flavors and they were combined into one cupcake. I love lemon & raspberry. The cupcake was called, Spring Fling. It was a lemon cake, with Raspberry cream cheese frosting and a raspberry filling. The cake was moist and soft. Most importantly, the frosting was not overly sweet and did not overly dominant the cake. It was just the perfect amount of topping. The lady working the counter was attentive and made friendly conversation. I was glad to see that they are part of the, Gift-A-Meal program and that they offered Student Discounts to those who attend SIUE. That's community supporting community.

I don't like when I have to give a family owned business a bad review. This week's bakery crawl…read moretook me to Good Knight Cupcake and Cookies in Wood River, IL. First off it is a little hard to get to the place, it is in a strip mall and you have to go down the road, make a U turn and come back. I arrived before 8 o'clock and either them had a huge rush, or they just don't fill the shelves. They had maybe 5 cupcakes left in the case and two six packs of day old cupcakes. These were a bargain at $6 for the 6. We got Choco Mocha, Very Cherry, Cookie Dough and Peanut Butter Cup. They were very pretty and nicely presented, but they were dry and the icing was very sugary tasting. One word......disappointed.

This is the cutest place ever! We walked in and came out with cupcakes, cookies, and cakepops. My…read moreyoungest daughter said that their cakepops are better than starbucks cakepops.

Went here for first time and was amazed at the food and the friendliness of the ownerread more

Such a cute place with friendly service and yummy offerings! My younger daughter came in with me…read morefor a coffee run and a sweet treat. This is a fun place to bring the kids because of the desserts on display at the counter. My daughter enjoyed picking out a pink macaron. We also tried a vanilla cupcake, and the buttercream was to die for. We left with two chocolate cupcakes decorated like turkeys. ;) They were delicious! Everyone was so friendly and answered all of my questions. There are tables inside and outside, making this a nice, cozy spot to meet up with friends, though we took our drinks to go. My Mayan Mocha with almond milk was excellent, and my daughter loved her hot cocoa with whipped cream. I'll be back!

I ordered cake pops for my Grandson's birthday. I wanted an…read moreassortment of sports balls. They were just right. Exactly what I asked for. Reasonably priced and delicious. I would highly recommend.

So I decided to make this a celebrate Maryville day. Wow is this lil gem packed with goodness! I…read moream in love so much so that I might have to make myself walk there to get my goodies. I went in with intentions of trying just about one of everything and I did. I think I got a lot for $23. I also like that every item has a price clearly shown. I was welcomed nicely and not rushed with my choices. Made small talk and came home to sample my stash. First, it all tastes like it's cooked with love and butter, but not overtly sugary! I love the lemon popovers and the cranberry cookies are fabulous and more hearty, not too sweet. Just what winter ordered. Also, shout out to the coconut cream pie... that crust is like layers from heaven. More to come...Keep this gem in Maryville! I will update more as I get through my "GET YOUR SWEET ON" buffet. It's going to take a while to eat. Note to self, I love cake, I love cream horns, and like Cookie Monster I love cookies from the Sweet Bakery Creation! Also I always ask what I'm getting before I buy. If it has several layers of buttercream, I'm going to know it's sweet, but I'm ok with that... they offer a lot of stuff not always common in everyday bakeries so explore your options like I did. They are a mix of pastries more so than a donut shop. Everyone deserves some pinafores and extra special goodies.

Ashley was an absolutely rockstar! I called her panicked after I needed a cake fixed and she made…read moreit look better than before! Stayed after hours for me to drop off and had it done super early the next morning. Not only that, the gentleman behind the counter was incredibly kind and super friendly. I will definitely be returning for all custom cake needs!

We got a beautiful gluten free cake for my daughter's bday! We own a bakery, but don't have a…read moredecorator to create a cake like this. Appreciate the beauty and flavor. It was coffee with ganache, um yum! Service was above and beyond as they took my order 5 days out! Thank you

I think I'm the only person that has never heard of this place! I saw a Tik Tok on another bakery…read morenear them and people in the comments said don't forget about Kruta! So I added Kruta to my list! First, the building is so cool! It has a unique shape. Inside is nice and inviting and there's a dining area. Don't forget to take a number when you get inside! All the locals knew to do this! The donuts are behind the counter. I was a little discouraged at first when I didn't see them in the glass displays Customer service was great. My only complaint is I only purchased two donuts so they were put in a bag. The employee used parchment paper to grab the donut from the top and most of my icing was left on the paper. Why would you do that?!!! The donuts were delicious! Yummy icing. Soft. I couldn't believe how soft the cake donut was! I will definitely return!!!

Been to kruta bakery several times while in the area and they have really good donuts and pastries…read morefor a good price. There were some pastries that weren't made well, especially the gooey butter cake. I've had gooey butter cake many times and their version was definitely on the dry side. The workers there have always been professional and nice whenever I come to their shop.

If you are in the mood for great cupcakes they have them I have had everything from a couple dozen…read morefor party to my weekend fix they have great texture lite fluffy and filling and frosting to die for. sounds like a commercial but its great for BBQ or party they have saved my dessert option many times Thx!!

From the owner: We are a delivery only cupcake business. We specialize in made from scratch gourmet cupcakes. Our…read moregoal is to change your cupcake experience forever.

One flavor of ice cream available? Not a good starting sign!…read more Now I didn't get as many outdoor pictures this weekend as I had intended... but that's what happens when I heatwave happens in the middle of nowhere right? (But at least I remembered the food photo this time! So I"m not totally on dementia notice yet :) ) But I was having one of those goof-off days, (sorta) spent more than I should have at the World Market (I can't help it! The Sasume soft drinks -ALWAYS- Get me! (the Greatest Japanese invention ever :) ) So I'm REALLY needing Ice-cream. but i mean real ice cream. Then I remembered this place I promised myself I would stop in.. Jilly's. Driven past it a few times, saw it had once gotten a USA today recommendation, and the big sign had "cupcakes, ice cream and coffee" written right there. Go in and there's not really a vibe to the place. There is an ice cream counter and a cup-cake counter, and a couple of soda fridges. The problem is.. I'm going in wanting ice cream, make my way over ot check and there's ONLY ONE tub in the entire case with anything in it. And it's BUTTER PECAN??? I swear, maybe i just need to lower my expectations or something? But then how do I be the best "Yelpee" i can be? Anyway enough about the introspective for now. So I'm here, let's see what else we can have problems with today, shall we? The "coke" fridge has a limited supply of drinks.. I guess the stockers hadn't run yet today? (so -1 star for no ice cream/drinks). Well, it's a heatwave, so coffee's out. and that just leaves Cupcakes.... and wow.. these things are HUGE! And that's just the cupcake, that's not counting the icing on top! Basically, two entirely different layers.. one for the cake and one for the frosting.. (talk about a sugar coma!) Anyway, time to take a pack of 4 to go... (the sit down locale wasn't really much to my recollection, it just seemed "there" as if this wasn't a good day as I don't' recall a lot of the amenities as shown in most Yelpers photos., or I was just too hot to notice. ). so it's grab and go... And I realize, just looking at them; this is not one of those deserts you can eat and drive, so maybe a full sealed rack is a good thing right?) I make it home and wouldn't you know it; I forgot that cupcakes were actually "Stuffed".. Surprise!! 3 deserts in one! Cake, Filling, and Icing! Anyway, I don't even make it all the way through the first cupcake as a whole before I realize... Yep, Sugar Coma all the way! Basically, you've been warned you can order more than 1 cupcake to yourself, but count on leftovers if you do!! Anyway, I finally snapped out of my sugar coma and got around to writing things before i go for another sugar coma (dont' forget, I ordered 4 cupcakes!!). So yes these things are huge and they are priced a little more than usual cupcakes, but absolutely worth every penny So IRONICALLY, if i had gone in for Cupcakes alone... this would be a 5* review. As I was originally going for ice cream (And am so OVER butter pecan), 4 *'s it is at least for me. but we've given you the steps to get your own 5* time at Jilly's!

The service is very nice and the cupcakes are still good. I love when they change the cupcake cakes…read morefor the month. I am so happy they've been around so long and I have bought a birthday cake from them one time and I love it.

Lovely small business that fulfills orders for me every month. The cakes are gorgeous, everything…read moretastes amazing, and I love supporting this small business!

Super weird experience! The girl set my cone on the super dirty counter instead of handing it to…read moreme. I was shocked at the lack of awareness and food safety. They also refused to mix in toppings- isn't that the whole point of cold stone?!

They need to listen when someone asks for the ice cream to go. I had to ask for the lids again they…read morejust handed them to me and I had to smash the lids on because they overfilled the bowl and my ice cream started overflowing so I had to clean all that up just to get the lids on.