Love this place! Whenever I make it to Seattle I always try to stop here! The cake flavors are always so interesting! The cake is never overly sweet and is just perfect. You can always taste each component of the cake and they always work so well together. Plus they are decorated so cutely as well. The space is super cute, not too big but has enough seating if you'd want to eat there. Street parking only. Staff have always been super nice in answering any questions I've had about any of the flavors or even how to properly store the cakes for peak freshness as I'm traveling. read more

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Beautiful cakes, but overpriced and service should be improved. I preordered the jewel box - a variety of 6 different cake slices in a box. When I arrived there was only one worker, so the line moved extremely slow. When it was my turn I was expecting to just pick up my cake and go, but the order had to be packaged on the spot. I ended up waiting in line for 30 min total for a cake box I had pre-ordered. The box was around $60, so I expected better portions and service for the price. The cakes are beautiful and have unique flavors. But the pricing and the service should definitely be improved - especially for preorders. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Jewel box - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was so excited to try this place as my friend had highly recommended it to me. The interior is beautiful, I loved how the space looked inside. Service was great as well, the person behind the counter took her time explaining the flavor options and was patient with me as I selected a flavor. I tried the Keel Bill. The cake itself was super pretty, I loved the decorations. The flavors were very unique, not what you'd find at a typical bakery, which made it all the cooler. The flavor pairings were amazing and spot on (lychee gel was the best part), however the texture of the sponge cake ruined it for me. I paid $9 for a tiny slice (could have been bigger) that was super dry. Did not enjoy eating it. Sadly, they have so much potential, I was so looking forward to it. read more

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Overall the flavors are very evident in their cakes and go well together, however the cake itself was quite dry. That's also the consensus a lot of ny friends and I have reached. But very unique. Store's very calm and there's a cute donut shop next door as well as a lot of other places to visit along the street and blocks nearby. Service is very kind! read more

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Paper cake shop made our wedding cake, and we loved it so much! Not only was it delicious (lemon and raspberry!), but they decorated it and incorporated our florals in beautifully. We also received rave reviews on the smaller gluten free & and vegan cake we had on the side! read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Lovely cake shop with unique rectangular cake slices. They offer fun Asian inspired flavors like miso, passion fruit and more. I came with a group and we got a slice of each flavor in the shop to them all and were not disappointed!! The cakes were moist, flavorful and appealingly decorated. The staff were patient and the seating area had some couches which were able to see my party of six. Would recommend and will be back! read more

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Paper Cake Shop looks beautiful and the cakes are definitely very aesthetic, but honestly this was one of the most disappointing dessert experiences I've had. The cakes were probably the driest cakes I've ever eaten, and the taste was just awful. We paid around $40 for 3 very small pieces, which felt completely unreasonable for the quality. Yes, it's in a nice neighborhood and the presentation is pretty, but it is absolutely not worth it whatsoever. read more

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Ube Mocha Pretty presentation, but not much ube flavor despite the color. More caramel and butterscotch notes than anything, though the chocolate sauce oozing out was a nice touch. Chocolate Miso So much better. The salted miso notes perfectly balanced the sweetness, bringing out the chocolate and caramel without being overpowering. Rich but not heavy, easily the winner between the two. For the cost of the cake, I was expecting more forward flavors and balanced cakes. read more

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The aesthetic of this place is such a vibe. It's giving cute cafe culture you'd find in like Korea or Japan with a Wes Anderson feel from the decor. All their ingredients are locally sourced and highlight the great produce and talent seattle has to offer. All the cakes were so visually appealing, but we settled on the black sesame cake and the gluten-free chocolate cake. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Persimmon honey cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It's such a cute little cake spot in Fremont! My friends and I tried a bunch of cakes here and everything was so yummy. My absolute favorite was the Coco Nana. It was a chocolate cake with misugaru frosting that tasted next level. We also tried the Yoka Miso Chocolate and Keel Bill, which had cool flavors like lychee gel and fruit loops. It had really unique combos you don't find everywhere. Only downside is that the prices are kinda wild. One pastry was $11.55. It is def on the expensive side, but goes without saying that the flavors and vibes unique. Service is great too! read more

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Visually the cakes are so aesthetic and pretty, with unique flavors and combinations. However, 5 out of the 6 flavors we tried were way too sweet in my opinion. I thought the texture of the cake was fine and soft, but a majority of the jams/fillings used, and the buttercream was so overwhelmingly sweet I was done after one bite. For example, trying a smudge of the jam alone in some of the cakes felt like I was eating liquified candy and syrup. The cakes here have pretty bold and strong flavors. While I personally enjoy more subtle, light flavors in cake, I know dessert and cake is a very personal preference, so if you like rich and stronger flavors, this place will probably satisfy your craving! The sizes of the individual slices are also a little smaller than what you could probably get from other bakeries. I would recommend coming to try some of the atypical flavors and combinations they offer but maybe bring a glass of milk with you to temper out the sweetness. read more

Paper Cake Shop - thai tea, keel bill, coco nana, key lime pie, spring forward, yoka miso chocolate - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cafe itself was super cute. This review really only is for the thai tea cake slice since that was the only flavor I tried. It was really crumbly. The cake did not taste like thai tea at all. I could only stomach one to two bites of the cake. I had high hopes for this place, but was let down. read more

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I've seen so many videos on Instagram of this place and I had to give it a try! Ambience is great - It's a great place to catch up with friends over coffee and cake. I was pretty surprised by the cost of each slice priced at $8 but each piece is very aesthetically pleasing. However, it definitely looks better than it tastes. I was very disappointed at how dry the cake was & frosting was not it for me. It was stale, hard and fell apart every time I grabbed a bite. I wanted to like this place so bad but I don't think I'll come back :/ read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I returned to Paper Cake and I'm disappointed to say this visit did not live up to my expectations, which is so sad because I had such a great experience last time! I was so excited to return that I came in right at opening (early bird gets the cake)...I couldn't help but clock that the cakes in the display were not "whole," which was a little weird considering I was the first person in the shop. I wouldn't be surprised if the cakes were carried over from the day before, because the slice of strawberry rhubarb cake I ordered was very dry. The decorative garnishes were beautiful, but the jam on top of the cake had a weird texture, almost like a film from being left out at room temperature for too long? In this economy, $10 for a slice of cake is not a "no stakes" purchase -- at the very least, I expect my slice of cake to taste fresh. It's as though the business (like so many others these days) was bought out by private equity and gutted of all quality control in favor of cost cutting measures. The cakes are gorgeous and the flavors are so fun, but something needs to be done about quality control here...there are simply too many other options for sweet treats around the city to settle for sub-par. Hope y'all find your way back to the excellence from when you first opened. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been wanting to stop by for quite sometime so when we're having a small ladies birthday shindig, I thought this would be perfect! Service was lovely and quick! I love that they always have a gluten free option . As someone with celiac it's not always easy to get to enjoy baked goods. There were two gluten free options, the yoka miso and pistachio pandan. Also in the box was POG, keel bill, stone way summer and Ube jasmine . I think the menu online and what I got in store was slightly off as there was a spiced cake that wasn't listed and didn't have the flavor profiles of the menu, but I didn't check once in the store so that was on me! Cakes were moist, but the flavors were subtle. I was hoping for a stronger pandan flavor but that and the pistachio were very delicate on the palette. Yoka miso was more chocolate forward but the caramel was lovely and enjoyable. As far as pricing goes, are they over priced? Yes. It's a great little cake shop but one that I think is more of a special treat than a place to go if craving something sweet. I do enjoy the seasonality of the available options and could see myself coming back again a time or two when the menu is different. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Jewel box of mid September - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Paper cake has been on my list to try! At around $8 per slice, it's on the pricey end but good to split amongst friends. The flavors are delicious, creative, and unique. Service was good and friendly and the shop is pretty aesthetic. Highly recommend stopping by with a few friends and trying their slices! read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Got their ice cream cake, so can't properly say I enjoy their regular cake just yet. The matcha raspberry and the black sesame ice cream cake were very good! Super refreshing cake! I enjoyed every bite! read more

Paper Cake Shop - Matcha Raspberry Ice Cream Cake (August - Seasonal?) - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

During my visit to Seattle, my friend suggested we check out Paper Cake Shop after having seen their beautiful cake options on Instagram. Their cakes are STUNNING--each of them are so intricately done, and they all have interesting flavor combinations! We ordered the Mango Black Tea Cake. While the cakes look lovely, I would say they taste just okay. The cake itself is on the dry side, and the frosting is extremely hard and dense--I would say that the frosting was my least favorite part. The mango flavor also tasted extremely artificial, but it did add a nice contrast in flavor. I also think that the price is pretty steep for what you're getting, hence the lower rating. That being said, the shop's ambiance is very cute, with a good amount of seating and lots of pink. I think it would be a nice place to hang out and embrace girlhood. I think it's worth coming to get a sweet treat if you're in the area and take some cute food photos, but I wasn't that impressed. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Paper cake shop makes some of the best cake I have ever had. They have the best gluten free cake I have had period. I don't know how them manage to include such fun flavors in ways that meld so beautifully. We bought cake from them for our wedding and their staff was so helpful, kind, and responsive. This is a must visit cake shop. 10/10 read more

Paper cake is located between Wallingford and Fremont and is the cutest shop. They even have seating so you can enjoy your cake and compliment it with a latte or tea! The cake! The cakes are beautifully decorated and have unique flavors that really make the tastebuds go wild! The Pog cake was one of my favorites! The staff were super friendly and helped pick amazing flavors! I highly recommend checking this shop out! Or ordering for your next occasion. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If art meets culinary imagination then you have paper cake shop. Each slice is like a amouse bouche tapas that meshes multiple flavor profiles together. I honestly, won't go into detail on the many flavors because I want to keep the surprise of flavors just that. The atmosphere is really cute and minimalist with quality mugs and Japanese city pop from the 80's. The barista was amazing and made a tea concoction for me. I believe it was a hasami cup used as I have a similar porcelain one. The details for me are key and Paper Cake delivers. This is truly a hidden gem. It's perfect for all occasions: graduation, bday, getting desert after Tutta Bella's or even after a Seattle celebrity chef restaurant. read more

My friend and I stumbled upon this place by accident, and man was it a great one despite being very full! The inside is very lit up and cozy, and my friend and I were the only ones inside. You can see the display of cakes at the counter, and you order what you want from there. We got three cakes: the black sesame mochi, Train to Busan and the girl and the fig. The black sesame mochi's textures ended up fighting over each other so I thought it was a little too much there. The Train to Busan cake was had caramel and buttercream that balanced each other out well. Then the girl and the fig cake was my favorite, and was one of the new seasonal flavors at the time according to one of the bakers there. The fig and matcha taste was unexpected but it worked well! I was a little concerned that it had a small gold inedible ball in the middle, given it can be a choking hazard; regardless I'd come back again for this cake anytime! read more

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I came to paper cake shop to fulfill my sweet tooth and it did just that!! I love the cute interior and also that they're open later so I can still get a sweet treat after work. The inside was clean and the staff were nice!! I ordered three cakes and the standout was definitely the mango black tea!! This one is an earl grey sponge with orange cream and mango! It tasted really bright and was the favorite between my friend and I. It may be because we ordered three, but it got almost too sweet for us. I recommend sharing between friends! We also thought not every flavor stood out in the cakes but it was good overall. read more

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Officially my favorite cake place! Seasonal menu is really cool. The service was fantastic and I couldn't choose so I grabbed 3. The staff person gave me a box and utensils to pack it up. The ambiance is super fun and cute and it's a lovely place to hang out and eat your cake. The bergamot tea latte was fantastic too! read more

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A ok. Too many flavors are going on. It was confusing both to me and my sisters' palate. Espresso, chocolate, pistachio, and Pandan in one of the cakes. It's just tooo much! Lavender, Ube and Yuja in one of the cakes. Chocolate cake was too dense and heavy to my taste and $9 is way too much for the size of the cake. For $9, I expected Sweet Lady Jane, Susina bakery and Urth Caffe quality cakes.. my fault. Ambiance is nice but I won't be back. read more

This is such a cute cake shop! I love that most of the flavors are Asian based - ube, matcha, lychee, pog, etc. I tried a slice of the pog flavor, and it was amazing! It is a little pricey for one small slice of cake but it's the cutest cake you'll ever eat. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Really good and cute cakes! We came right at opening time and were the first in line. All their cakes are visible on display, and we just wanted a bite so we settled for the kill bill. The cake was really good! Moist, not too sweet, and every part was delicious. The raspberry and lemon balanced each other out well, and it was a heavenly bite. These cakes are quite expensive for the size though. It's a good place to sit at since the ambiance is also nice! read more

Paper Cake Shop - Keel bil - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Local cake shop that is WOC / Asian American owned that brings flavors from childhood onto a sweet slice on a plate. It makes my heart so happy. I really enjoyed seeing all the Asian flavors. Definitely coming back for more!! The shop is SO cute and colorful with pink chairs. There's lot of space to sit and chat. I was able to find street parking across the street. read more

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I truly wanted to love this place but unfortunately it's not for me. I love how it's local and women owned business. At the same time, it's hard for me to just the high prices for such small portions. I've been several times and the cakes could be dry. It's not very consistent. The flavors are certainly so creative but I only enjoy the mango. Service is friendly at least. read more

This is a cute cake shop located on Stone Way between Wallingford and Fremont. On my latest stop, I had the POG, which is an orange cake, with passion fruit guava and cream cheese buttercream filling. The cake was moist and filling was a nice balance of tart and sweet. On a previous visit, I enjoyed the Ube Mocha and was not disappointed. I'm finding myself headed to Paper Cake when I learn that a new cake has been added to the rotation - that marketing works on me! The cakes are inventive and pretty to look at. For those looking for a plant based and gluten free option - they have that too! Another plus for me is the busy-ness of the cakes with different textures, flavors and crunchy toppings. I'm also a fan of having fruit in my dessert. I've gone in the evenings and was able to find street parking and avoid any lines. Staff are welcoming and friendly. It's a nice addition to the neighborhood and it's great to have another cake slice option in the northend. read more

Paper Cake Shop - POG cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Sweetest ambiance, delightful cakes that were so light and flavorful without being too sweet. Quite pricey but they were special little treats. read more

A one-of-kind shop with unique flavors - a must try if you love cakes! What I love most about this place, asides from its cute and cozy decor, is that you won't be able to find cakes of these flavors anywhere else. It's very quiet in the afternoon and large cake orders are more common than individual. To me that is a shame because it's a lovely place to relax and have a chat - high tea vibes! There are a few plugs for you to charge devices but not a lot of people sit down. Cakes on the sweet side? Yes. I think it could be overwhelmingly sweet for the elderly or those used to lighter Asian desserts. I still think it's worth a try. Their cakes are very creative and has well-balanced flavors. And as their flavors keeps changing, it's only going to get better. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by this shop and the cakes despite the mediocre reviews. I think the lack of stars is likely due to overhyped social media presence and people being disappointed. Maybe I just got lucky with the flavors I chose but the cakes were really tasty- the ones I got were yummy- keel bill and mango royale. Not dry at all and very tasty; love the hint of saltiness in the mango one. Reminded me of mango sticky rice. I took off one star bc the cakes really are way pricey. $9 for a slice is pretty high. Also the packaging left a lot to be desired. If I'm paying $9 a slice at least have some nicer packaging so I don't have to worry that the cakes will get ruined or smushed. It was like Chinese takeout boxes.... I think this is a try once and I'm good type of shop. Or maybe for a special occasion- I wish they did samplers or something instead of only selling sheet cakes. read more

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Wow! I'm surprised to see all of the negative comments and poor ratings for this woman & Asian owned local business. I stumbled upon Paper Cake on Wednesday evening while looking for cake shops in the Seattle area. Luckily, I found Paper Cake Shop and was able to order online that same night for a birthday celebration for two friends the next day. They had an assortment of different kind of cakes with Asian influence. I placed the order online Wednesday night for the Ube Chocolate cake, with my preferred pick-up time, and was contacted Thursday morning confirming that they received my order. Online, it says a message will cost $5 more and they need at least 3 business days, but to my surprise they were able to accommodate my happy birthday message. The store was easily accessible, right off Stone way, which made it easy to park quickly and run in. I was greeted by one of the workers quickly and friendly. The store was super cute and modern. I'd love to stop by for a slice of cake next time I'm in the area. Note: you can only tip online when you order the cake, or with cash in-person. Unfortunately, I forgot to tip online and didn't have cash on me when I picked up. Highly recommend supporting this place! read more

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As some others have pointed out, I wish these cakes tasted as good as they look. Alas, thought everything was so-so overall. Had a much better ube cake from the same chef at Joule a few days later! Four of us stopped in for some treats after dinner nearby and tried the Cardi P, the Keel Bill and the Black Pink. They were all solid, but not amazing. Texture was not that moist and the cakes were more sugary than flavorful. The quince jam in one of them was awesome, though. Ambiance is cute and there is plenty of seating. 3.5 stars. read more

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Finally made it to Paper Cake nice to see a dessert spot open later. Came mainly for the Black Lagoon cause I'm a passionfruit fan. It didn't disappoint the pineapple filling and passionfruit gelee added freshness and tartness to balance out the sweetness of the other ingredients. Such a cute space. Love the aesthetics. Welcoming and natural lighting from the windows. Great service and friendly! read more

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Perhaps the most wonderful thing about this place, is that it's everything you expect, and beyond expectations. A cake shop is all about the cake. Let's face it, yes, the experience matters. The ambiance when you walk in, helps set the mood, the color of the walls, the contrast of the floor, the chairs and tables, the positions of where everything is.. matters. But what really matters.. is the cake. Cake by the slice is hard to come by. There was once a wonderful shoppe in Fremont that served it by the slice, cash only. That place is now a shadow of itself, and the city yearns for a better slice. Welcome Paper Cake. A passion project that offers moist, balanced crumb, two layer sheet cake slices. The flavor profiles beg you to try. On my plate tonight was "Big Bang"... a delightfully tasty chocolate, with hints of Tahini, Caramel , a buttercream center, enrobed in chocolate buttercream, and what I believe, house made Sesame cracker on top. I believe in the one spoon/fork tasting method.. aka, you load all the elements into a single bite. This is the way. The different layers of flavor will reach your every inch of your tastebuds at different times, creating a real dessert enjoyment experience. Imagine every bite a combination of sweet, salty, light, saucy, wet, dry, moist... all at one. Service also matters, you want someone who knows what the offerings are... what makes each cake slice unique. Tonight... just any other night... the person behind the counter was Rachel Yang. Yes, the chef/co-owner of of Joule and Revel, the force of amazing food, was here to personally give me the rundown of of each cake. So this place is great, and gives Seattle a wonderful slices of cake to chew on. read more

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I showed up 90 minutes after the grand opening (9/20/23) and was rather surprised that I had no challenge with street parking and there was no crazy long line out to the sidewalk. I literally had no clue about Paper Cake Shop. I did not attend the pop up, but features via social media and local publications caught my attention. Definitely my first visit here was completely out of total curiosity. They are located next door to Doce Donut Shop and the newest addition to the sweet tooth offerings on the lengthy Stone Way vicinity in Seattle's Wallingford/Fremont neighborhoods. Other examples include nearby Seattle Pops, Heuk Hwa Dang, Aroom Coffee, Midnight Cookie, and Sea Wolf Bakers. Upon entering, this spot had a nice modern aesthetic, cafe seating with plentiful natural light. Love the afternoon to evening hours with innovative cake slices and beverages available from 2-9pm! I was able to snag the last slice of Big Bang for me and a slice of Keel Bill for The Homie ($9 each). This was nicely packaged on individual compostable plates placed in a takeout window box. Big Bang was chocolate cake with tahini layer, red miso caramel, milk chocolate buttercream and sesame brittle. I found the red miso caramel to be a bit overpowering. The sesame brittle could be sold by small pouches with its outstanding flavor and texture. Keel Bill was lemon cake with blackberry jam, lychee gel, raspberry buttercream, and Froot Loops. The Homie enjoyed the overall flavor. Eye catching, creative rectangular cake layer slices. read more

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Saw this cute place on TikTok and decided to visit! AMBIANCE: The interior is super cute and I love the color palette that was chosen Lots of space and warm vibes. FOOD: For $9-10, it is on the pricier side for a small piece of cake. I'm okay paying a higher premium if the cake was phenomenal but the thing is, the cake we had was just OKAY. The menu mentioned the Big Bang having a tahini layer with red miso caramel as the Asian influenced flavors but personally for me those flavors didn't come through. It tasted like a normal salted caramel chocolate cake. Nothing special. I also want to mention that the cake layer wasn't as moist as I would have expected it to be but that could also just be the style of the cake? Personally for me, I think the focus went too much into the presentation when there should have been focus on the cakes' taste first. SERVICE: Quick and easy! You just go to the order counter to order :) Overall, this place and concept have a lot of potential but right now, I just feel like the cakes are sort of lacking a special taste factor that would make me want to come back for more. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We were very pleased with the taste and texture of this cake. It was moist and the flavors popped. On average, the price of their cakes are probably $10-20 more than other cake shops around town when comparing the size. However, I feel that the convenience of the shop location to where I live justifies it and the unique flavor offerings and quality ingredients are also what sets this cake shop apart. Will consider getting my next special occasion cake here again. read more

Paper Cake Shop - Passionfruit Orange birthday cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington