I read the polarizing views and needed to try this place myself- I am a cupcake brat and have eaten…read morefar too many in my day. The lady behind the counter was very kind and welcoming. She explained all the goods they had to offer and answered any questions we had. We decided to get 6 mini cupcakes: Pros: Creative flavors and every cupcake had a filling. I was very happy with every cupcake I ate. My favorite was definitely the carrot cake or snickers but truly, I was pleased with all the cupcakes I tried. They were not too dry and the filling choices were incredible. Cons: the pricing is ridiculous but maybe it's normal for Boston? $23 for 6 mini cupcakes is absurd to me.

cupcakes are so adorable delivered right to my daughter's business this morning as a surprise for…read moreher birthday she said they tasted incredible at the office loved them! Thank you for making her day

I stopped in the other day to get some vegan cupcakes to bring to a dinner party. They had a large…read moreselection of flavors and the cupcakes all looked beautiful. The cupcakes tasted amazing, too! The cake part wasn't super-moist, so it held its shape and tasted great, but the frosting was the real star. The frosting on the lemon cupcake was intensely lemony, and the chocolate frosting was rich and smooth. I and the other non-vegans at the party couldn't tell that they were vegan, and our host was delighted to know that there is a bakery nearby that caters to her needs. I'll definitely be coming back to try the regular cupcakes soon!

I'm back, again, to clarify. I wish I didn't have to leave a * to initiate a review but won't let…read moreme proceed without giving @ least 1 *. In response to Shironda W's (owner of Cupcake Therapy) she needs to take responsibility & update her forms or state the delivery policy under "Terms" on website. I was not aware (not stated on the website) the driver is not allowed to leave delivery with "random people" @ any hospital. When I instructed delivery be left with a specific floor (the cupcakes were for everyone working on that floor), I should have been contacted prior to delivery if a specific name of someone to accept delivery was required (I was not contacted). These cupcakes were not for a patient (certainly would be a very hungry patient) but for the nursing/administrative staff. Number listed on form was general number for Beth Israel Deaconess, yes, but again, if driver asked where Stoneman 5 was there would not be a problem. Again, read the information prior to delivery so driver can have any questions clarified & this problem could have been a non-issue & delivery could have been made on date & time it was promised. Clearly not the fault of the purchaser that there is a flaw in the design/content of the on-line order form. Having my contact number listed only under the billing that driver does not have, not my fault. Very easy to blame the customer (who will NEVER be a repeat customer) instead of taking responsibility for your mistake. Regarding not receiving a voice mail from me. I called when I saw an email (again no phone call) stating deliver was not made. Had you took the time to call me right after notified delivery could not be initiated, perhaps you would have done the right thing and returned that day with cupcakes while they were fresh. I called during business hours in hopes of speaking to a human being but no answer so left a VM. Very easy to put blame on customer & not take responsibility. Certainly makes me appreciate companies that do right when an issues arises. Do better for the next person!!!!!!

Excellent large cannolis, not to sweet fresh tasting shell price was decent for Downtown Bostonread more

Call it a tourist trap if you want, but I loved Mike's Pastry! I visited on a Friday afternoon, and…read morewas surprised it wasn't super full. There was a line, but it moved quickly - we waited about 10 minutes total. We tried several things: pistachio, limoncello, pecan caramel cannoli and the pecan caramel cheesecake. I didn't even think I liked cannoli at all based on a previous experience, but WOW - these changed my perspective. They were sweet without being overwhelming. The cheesecake was delicious as well. Heads up, as other reviews have mentioned, it's cash only. Luckily, my mom is old school and always carries cash with her. I wish I lived in Boston - I'd love to come back to try their other offerings.

Use drink was super super super delicious. I dont really know what I got but I loved it, the staff…read morehad excellent recommendations. I really wish I was hungry, too, because the food and pastries inside the shop looked incredible. The ambience is bright and fresh, with some seating! I would definitely be back.

Tiny but charming bakery very close to Bow Market! Stumbled upon here and was surprised by how many…read morepeople were in line given the size of the bakery. However, after seeing the menu, I'm not surprised why it was so busy. The staff is really friendly and patient, especially as many people would change their orders when they got to the front to order. On a busy day, it can be difficult to see the menu on the wall, and all other menus were near the cashier so made sense that orders were changing. I tried the toffee nut coffee and loved the subtle toffee flavor that added a hint of sweetness without being overpowering. There are many other coffee flavors that I cant wait to come back and try. While I didnt try any pastries this time, there were so many to choose from, and they all looked good. For me, Id likely be more inclined to get one of their many treats if a table is available, which can be tight give the size. However, their coffee is great and a nice place to grab a cup before heading out to explore the surrounding area.

I went there yesterday with a work friend for coffee in the morning. There was ample seating,…read morethough we didn't stay. I got a hot chocolate with almond milk and a Nutella pop tart for later. The hot chocolate was absolutely delicious. Rich, creamy, with little bits of chocolate floating in it. It was almost decadent. I was thrilled with joy! The Nutella pop tart was delicious, even though I saved it till today! The crust is flakey and lighter than one might think and the Nutella was still fresh and gooey without being too much. The fellow who served was friendly without being overbearing. I will definitely be back! I can't speak for the coffee, but the hot chocolate and pastry hit the spot.

Oaklead Cakes is a talented custom cake designer and bakery that specializes in creating beautiful,…read moredetailed cakes for all kinds of celebrations and events. We ordered a birthday cake from them, and it was perfectly made. The cake itself had multiple, well-defined layers and was impressively tall, providing a really great portion size for the price. The texture and flavor were spot-on, the cream filling and frosting weren't too heavy or overly sweet, so the whole cake still felt light and enjoyable to eat, even with all the rich chocolate inside. Based on this excellent experience, we'll definitely be considering them for their more elaborate custom-shaped cakes in the future for other special occasions. They clearly know their craft.

Had a few of their sandwiches and we loved the service, the food and the flexibility of making…read moreminor changes to an order. My Achiote chicken was made with multigrain sourdough bread, toasted. It was nice and crunchy, warm and filling. The egg sandwich was fluffly and light. Very good as well. This local chain of bakeries and cafes is a great solid place for a nice quick meal. Check out any of the Flour bakeries in the Boston area.

New Flour in a hot Longwood spot! Great place to grab a coffee or bite to eat with friends or…read morecolleagues, quick spot for lunch or even an early dinner. Lines can get long, so be prepared. I do not recommend the Greek salad, it was underwhelming, the romaine lettuce was not fresh. A dark chocolate slice of cake was good but not up to flower standards typically. Try one of the many fresh pastries coffees. I hear the sandwiches are also good.

When traveling, I always struggle with having a healthy breakfast. Flour has such a good overnight…read moreoats option - it's a perfect combo of oats, chia and flax seeds, cinnamon, berries and oat milk. I haven't had many of their pastries, but their monkey bread wasn't anything special (it ate dry). I won't dock them for that because the oats really make up for it. Their lattes are solid though, and the staff are friendly too. It's quick to move even when busy. Seating is nice - there's indoor as well as outdoor spaces, and newspapers to read as you dine in.

I recently ordered delivery from Flour Bakery + Cafe(Boston location), and it was absolutely…read moredelicious! I tried the breakfast egg sandwich and the chicken tikka masala naan and both were so yummy and incredibly satisfying. The egg sandwich was perfectly made, fresh, and flavorful. The chicken tikka masala naan was packed with taste and surprisingly filling, it made for a great lunch. Everything arrived well-packed and fresh. Definitely ordering again!

My mom ordered a Valentine's Day cake for me and my friends from Gracie Cakes Bakery, and we all…read moreagreed - best cake EVER. It was a chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream and chocolate ganache, topped with raspberries. First of all, it was beautiful! My mom ordered a heart shaped cake which was perfect for the holiday. The ganache was shiny and rich, the raspberries on top were perfectly fresh, and when we cut into it, I was blown away by all the layers (the more layers, the more frosting!). I didn't tell any of my friends at first that the cake was gluten-free, and all they had to say was how rich, chocolatey, and moist the layers were. They could not believe it when I told them! My favorite part, though, had to be the buttercream frosting. I consider myself a frosting expert, and this was by far the best I have ever had. I wish I could by cans of this stuff, in bulk. It was unbelievably smooth and just the right amount of sweet, with a real vanilla flavor. The bottom line: whether you're gluten-free or not, Gracie Cakes is the way to go!

From the owner: Gracie cakes is a gluten free online business based in Boston,MA. We specialize in gluten free…read moredesserts, like cake, cupcakes, cookie, pies, etc. Gracie Cakes is for anyone who loves a good dessert, whether you're gluten intolerant or a gluten glutton, we know you have never had treats like ours! Please visit our website sweetgraciecakes.com or send me an email at iwantgraciecakes@gmail.com Thanks

Cash only! So many delicious items to choose from. 24/7 which is so cool and they offer late night…read morebites too. This place has existed for years and family owned; BEST CANNOLI EVER. Can't go wrong with the original cannoli, the coffee one was yummy as well. Get their coconut cake because wow! Staff was friendly too and quick.

Rating only for the lobster roll!…read more Bova's is the 7-11 of Italian bakeries in the North end, it's open 24 hours! It has such an old school mom & pop shop vibe, and an endless array of desserts in the case. They all looked amazing. My friend ordered a lobster roll for us to try. Unfortunately it wasn't something I enjoyed. I didn't like the cream inside and the pastry itself was bland. However with so many other delicious looking pastries and cakes available I'm sure that something would've been better suited to my tastebuds. Next time!

Soul Cake is absolutely amazing! Soul Cake created the most…read moregorgeous wedding cake for my daughter and son-in-law's wedding this past weekend. The cake was not only magnificent, but also incredibly delicious. The cake was truly one of the most gorgeous cakes we have ever seen. And every one of our guests couldn't stop talking about it. We had the lemon raspberry, and red velvet flavors. Both flavors were fantastic, and our guests loved every single bite. The cake truly exceeded our expectations and brought the happy couple's vision to life. I HIGHLY recommend this amazing bakery. I would use them again and again!

Soul Bakery deserves a 10 instead of a 5. The cake was truly a work of art and incredibly…read moredelicious. Thank you!