First off, just entering the bakery, the smell.... Although I already ate before arriving, I could…read moredefinitely eat again. Keeping my "blinders" on, my mission is to get a few of those famous crispy bakes for my daughter's 26 birthday instead of buying a whole cake. My attendant, Eimau, (hope I spelled correcty, if not, my apologies) was so pleasant and his patience servicing me has me leaving with not only a few bakes, but cake pops, cupcakes and macaroons!! You have to try this nice place, so good. Thank you all for your service.

I returned to Lilla Vanilla after a mediocre visit a couple of months ago. I was initially on the…read morefence due to the two viral crunches I tried--only one was enjoyable--and I wasn't impressed with the service. That said, I don't believe in writing a place off after a single average experience, so I decided to give it a second chance. This time, I ordered two different viral crunches along with a croissant. Unfortunately, the results were disappointing across the board. The Mixed Berry Crunchy was cute in presentation, but that was its only redeeming quality. There was no bold--or even subtle--mixed berry flavor. At $10, it felt wildly overpriced and not worth the calories. Next was the Lemon Crunchy, which is supposed to feature a lemon blueberry flavor. As someone who loves lemon, I had high expectations, but once again it was bland and forgettable. Since this is a bakery, I also tried a fresh croissant and asked for it to be warmed. The staff accommodated the request, and it smelled incredible. It was warm, light, and flaky--but sadly, the flavor fell flat. A light brushing of butter on top would have gone a long way. For me, this is strike two. Unfortunately, Lilla Vanilla just isn't worth the money or the calories. Based on my experience--mediocre service on the first visit, bland and overpriced featured items on the second, and only neutral-to-slightly-positive notes on the croissant--I'd rate it 2 out of 5 . I seriously contemplated giving them 1 star but to be fair, the viral crunchy presentation was appealing and the croissant did have good texture (even if the flavor missed).

While on a road trip, of course I had to discover new donut places. And found this on yelp…read more As soon as I walked in and looked at the selection, I already knew this was not going to be a good one, but I decided to give it a try anyway. It is a small shop and a little shopping center so you may have some difficulty with parking. I went on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't very busy. I was greeted immediately and each of the available doughnuts are on display in the front case. The consistency was more bread like so it wouldn't necessarily qualify as a yeast or a cake doughnut. I took a bite of each and that was the end. If you are a true donut fan, you may be disappointed like I was.

VERY very good donuts! They're so soft and full of fun toppings. I only tried the donuts (which…read morewere DELICIOUS), so next time I'm planning on trying something fun like a waffle breakfast sandwich or Boston crème croissant! PERFECT if you like a sweet treat in the AM! They have savory options as well

This is my first time visiting their new location in downtown Princeton. The shop is smaller than…read morethe last place, but it is still very bright and welcoming. The young man who was working was very kind and easy to talk to. There's a wide selection of cupcakes and cookies and different treats. Although the flavors are still wonderful, I've been going here since they opened. I feel as if now that they've expanded a lot they their quality is not the same. However, the cupcakes are still worth a try! The mint and the cookie dough are family favorites.

Great stop for a sweet treat in the lively downtown Princeton area…read more Lots of cupcakes to choose from...some creative and interesting options. I decided on a few chocolate variations and all of them were really good. Would love to return to try some other options. Staff was efficient and helpful.

As many of you probably suspect, while I have a healthy admiration for great marketing, what really…read moreintriques me are those truly bad campaigns that latch onto your brain stem like a fungus and won't let go. Case in point, Pillsbury's Tunnel of Fudge Bundt Cake contests in the late 60's/early 70's that brought the heretofore niche German ring cake to homemaker prominence in the US. The specter of the Pillsbury Dough Boy dressed as a latter day Burgher Meister/Meister Burgher was truly comedy gold. That doughy androgenous spokesthing was truly they/them before those designations were even on the cultural horizon. You might even say the Doughboy was the Ziggy Stardust of Package Goods marketing. He did however bring the Bundt Cake into the mainstream for which I am eternally grateful. All of which is to say that Nothing but Bundt Cakes is terrific offering these high density circular treats with enough sweet icing to melt your molars. Great stuff all around and in the bakery desert known as Princeton a very welcome addition. Five very easy stars.

Birthday freebie #2 brought me to Nothing Bundt Cakes. I loved all of their decorations and…read moredisplays inside. The woman at the counter welcomed me and let me know they had samples of red velvet cake to try. After having their red velvet cake with chocolate chips inside, I loved how these did not. Even in small portions, the cake was amazing. A couple of days prior, I received an email about their new churro bundt cakes, so I already knew which one I wanted. I appreciated how the icing and chocolate drizzle were soft on top. The cake itself was moist (one thing they nail every time). The star of the show was the chocolate drizzle that oozed from the inside when you got to the center. This cake is easily a 10/10.

Shrimi makes the most beautiful and delicious cakes in the Triangle area! Seriously!…read more She crafted four wonderful cakes for a dessert auction that wowed the guests from their intricate icing details to their rich flavors. She was very helpful in selecting cakes that could hold up on display for a few hours (e.g., buttercream icing over cream cheese) and even transported the desserts to the event for a minimal cost. The cakes were delivered on-time and were even more beautiful than the photos could do justice. It was a seamless experience from receiving a quote to selecting the best cake sizes for serving. I highly recommend Happily Desserted! For all future cake orders, I'll be calling Shrimi!

Our wedding cake turned out absolutely perfect, and we have our amazing cake artist to thank for…read morethat, Shrimi! She was so easy to work with and really understood my vision from the start. She was also incredibly transparent about pricing and helped guide us to something beautiful that fit perfectly within our budget. Not only did the cake look stunning, but it tasted just as good--our guests couldn't stop raving about it!!! Highly recommend to any bride looking for a stress-free and sweet experience!

The owners have kept the exterior as it was when this place opened many years ago…read more Upon opening the door, you are met with the warm aroma of sugar, flour and other goodness. Many wonderful pies, cakes, cookies, and of course, their famous donuts. I particularly enjoyed their long donuts - perfectly fried, fluffy, filled with vanilla cream, which was smooth and just the amount of perfect sweetness. They do lots of custom orders, and do a lot to support the local schools. I recall seeing nice music themed cookies for sale which were in support of the middle school music program I believe. Very nice. We were lucky enough to meet the owner; she was enthusiastic, helpful and the perfect person to continue the joy of this bakery. Lots of parking side and back. Very much looking forward to our next visit!

Eet Gud Bakery has been a mainstay on Hamilton Ave for almost a century dating back to 1928. The…read moresteady flow of customers was a clear indicator they have a loyal customer base. While the interiors are modest, they make great use of the little space they have with a bakery counter and tables with a selection of seasonal/holiday treats. They had a decent variety of Easter themed cupcakes, chocolates, and cookies when I stopped in. Since it was my first time there, I asked the staff member what she recommended, and she beamed at me grabbing me a long cream-filled donut. I also got a piece of vanilla crumb cake since that jumped out at me. Both were a solid 4/5, with the cream-filled donut getting a slight edge in the taste department. The vanilla crumb cake was a huge slice, ideal for sharing or splitting up into multiple pieces. Service was friendly and prices on par with other area bakeries, with both items running just under $6 total. While I probably wouldn't venture out of my way to visit again, I would happily return if I was passing through the area in need of baked goods or treats, as I'm happy to support local businesses like these.

You would pass by it if you are moving too quickly. Don't pass though! Small shop inside. The space…read moreis truly for baking these fine delights. I ate way more than this pic shows because each flavor is its own unique flavor. The No Nana banana pudding (not shown) is the truth!! If you struggle with dairy and miss banana pudding--- get it. It was my favorite delight. I got my wife the pineapple upside down cake. She loved it! Sweet, slightly gooey and perfectly portioned. The people there are great. That make you feel like you're picking a wedding ring. Giving personal recommendations and the extra sophistication you wouldn't expect at a cupcake place on south street. They have it all and i will go back for more and i highly recommend them, especially the no-nana pudding (not pictured).

I have to say- this may have been the best banana pudding I have had in my 50+ years of life. Sooo…read moretasty!! We will def be back when we visit our son who is attending college in the Philly area! (FYI- I gave 1 less star because their Yelp listing is very much out of date. When I went in Halloween weekend, I was told by the employees that they do not make the cookies or cupcakes that are advertised on Yelp)

There are several reasons why Double Batch is #1 my FAVORITE bakery probably of all time and why…read moreI'll be ordering all my special event cakes/treats from them.., 1. Everything I've ever ordered from them has always been absolutely delicious. You can tell love goes into the cake and the quality of ingredients is top notch. The attention to detail and the care that goes into is remarkable. 2. Their attentiveness to their work and their customer service skills are excellent. I can get really anxious ordering for special occasions and they are so patient and helpful in answering your questions. 3. They deliver on their work and it shows. Every guest at my party was in love with the cake. Maple cake with salted caramel buttercream. Is this the second time I've ordered this exact cake from them? YUP! Was it as good as I remembered from the last time?! EVEN BETTER 4. Their efficient business model and team makes ordering and enjoying baked goods in a relaxing way is unparalleled. Rachel is so super talented and her team are wonderful. Go to Double Batch and treat yourself immediately!! You won't be disappointed.

You know I always love a little something sweet everyday! I had seen Double Batch Bakery through…read moresocial media and wanted to visit. The pictures online do not compare at all! Everything looked delicious in person. We arrived to the store front window and was immediately greeted by the young lady inside. There were a few things I wanted to try and one of them was the croissamada cause I do love a traditional ensymada and was interested to try it in a croissant. I also picked up some cookies, brownie and an oatmeal creme pie. Everything was delicious! I loved the croissamada the extra buttery-ness and flakiness was amazing! I will be back again and support this local business!

KK Sweets is hands-down my favorite bakery. Their macarons are next-level AMAZING!!!! perfect…read moretexture, incredible flavors, and you'd never guess they're gluten-free. As someone who follows a gluten-free diet, it's such a gift to have a place that truly gets it and does it so well. Everything I've tried has been fantastic, and the quality and care they put into their treats really shows. On top of that, the owner Kelsey is absolutely wonderful, so kind, passionate, and genuinely invested in her customers and her craft. If you're looking for the best macarons (gluten-free or not), KK Sweets is a must. I can't recommend them enough!

KK Sweets has the absolute best Croissants! I can't imagine that they are better in France. I…read morehaven't had a bad baked good from here. Absolutely the best in hamilton!

Small but with good selection Custom cakes done quickly…read moreNew location across from jiffy lube

She made my birthday cake at short notice too, and it was affordable, perfectly decorated according…read moreto my instructions, and it was delectable! A chocolate on chocolate soufflé cake!