These cakes are fire!!! Service is straight forward, they take of business. Every time I call and order something it's wonderful. Perfect for any occasion!! My go to order is white cake with strawberries and whip cream with almonds on the outside!!! Highly recommend trying this place. Don't let the location scare you it's well worth it!! read more

This is my family's go to for birthday cakes! Our favorite is the fresh strawberry filling. Always amazing!! read more

R & J Bakery - Mom's favorite birthday cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I was super excited to find this bakery on Yelp as I grew up on old school Chinese cakes from LA Chinatown / SGV and my family prefers them to Non-Asian cakes (i.e. Costco/supermarket/Porto's, non-asian bakeries). I called in a few days ago to order an 8" strawberry cake for my husband's birthday and requested no almonds on the side since my kids are allergic. I went to pick it up today and found the bakery in an Asian shopping plaza next to the Asian market. They had a few buns in the shelf as you walk in, so I picked up a coconut bun to try (only $1.50! Yay!). The interior is bare bones, with a few dusty fake cakes for display. The bakery shelves are covered up since they don't seem to sell anything besides cakes and a few buns. We ate the cake tonight but I was silently crying tears inside. While the sponge cake itself was nostalgically good, I noticed that there were barely any strawberries in the cake. It's summer and full on strawberry season, so to see that they were so skimpy on the strawberries was a major disappointment. This has got to be the saddest Asian strawberry cake I've ever had. In. My.life. All of our slices of cake had a sliver of strawberry hiding in a massive amount of cream (I guess to make the cake look bigger and taller). I ordered a strawberry cake, not a cream cake with a strawberry garnish. I added an extra star for the cake quality, but am not a fan of the excessive cream-to-cake ratio or the lack of strawberries in the filling. There are better Asian cakes available on the other end of the 10, so I won't be back. Cash only. Also, fyi, this bakery is in a neighborhood where I saw 5 scantily clad prostitutes walking the streets (at 2:00 in the afternoon) and about 6 homeless people were hanging out in the plaza a few feet away from the bakery. read more

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Super small no frills local bakery so you need to call ahead to order a cake. When I was there, were were no baked goods on display as you would expect other bakeries so that means everything is freshly made when you order it. I called the same day in the morning and was able to pick up in the late afternoon. Cash only. I ordered an 8 in (that's the smallest they have) strawberry cake for $25 total for a friend's birthday and they will write a message on the cake (included in price). The cake is the standard deliciousness of an Asian cake: super light, soft and slightly sweet frosting, and moist, fluffy cake inside. Literally the best deal in town and would definitely come here again and try the other flavors other Yelpers have had. read more

R & J Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I will not be returning to this bakery. The lady at the counter was rude,', mean and not welcoming. I ordered a quarter sheet 2 layer strawberry cake and when picked it up I'm pretty sure she had given me the oldest cake that was there. The cake was not fresh . 2 days later the cake was moldy. read more

Cash only No frills very small mom & pop bakery in a bit of a run down business plaza of Pomona. This place serves very good yummy, flakey crispy & fluffy light Asian style fruit tart cakes that isn't too sweet nor heavy like the American cakes that you find everywhere else. I was very happy with the way that mu cake came out & it was very budget friendly as well. I definitely recommend this place, don't judge a place only by its cover. Please support more mom & pop places, they truly deserve your support moreso than these big chain places. Especially after the crazy pandemic years that we've gone thru. Tip: you can pick a cake style from the books at the front counter & they can make it for you but you will have to provide the toys to decorate it with because that decoration company went out of business. read more

R & J Bakery - a birthday cake with strawberries and oranges - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

Delicious cakes! I've bought from this bakery for over 20 years. Yummy! Reasonable and nice people.

Amazing cake! Delicious soft, not too sweet. It was everyone's new favorite cake and so beautiful. Can't wait to order again for my next birthday celebration! You have to call ahead of time to order. I called the same day morning and she was able to have a cake for me that afternoon. So thankful to have a delicious cake on my birthday! read more

R & J Bakery - Birthday cake with strawberries inside - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

Fruit tart is the best!!! So crunchy and has lots of fruit on it. Great value and always taste fresh. Small size fruit tart is good for at least 10 ppl read more

R & J Bakery - Fruit tart small size - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I had my wedding cake made here and it not only looked amazing, it tasted delicious! The guests noted the cake was moist and frosting light and perfectly sweet. I ordered the flowers and R&J added the flowers to my cake. read more

R & J Bakery - Wedding cake made by R&J - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I did my wedding cake from this place. It's the best you can't beat the flavor, but she did an amazing job on my decor as well. It was last minute and she nailed on service as well. This is my go-to place read more

This place has gone down hill these past couple of years. There fruit tart cake is not as good as it was years ago. They have a big sign on there windows saying they specialize in custom order cakes. That's a HUGE lie. EVERYTIME I ask for a custom cake the rude lady says no she can't do it. I recently went to try to order a custom cake it was literally a simple Spider-Man cake. I wanted a 8inch round cake covered in red frosting and black webs and his eyes. Simple as that. And what do you think her response was "I can't do that" obviously she can't do anything. But say NO. i use to get all my cakes here years ago and now I refuse to ever step foot at this bakery. Also beware. When I went there was soooooo many flys read more

R & J Bakery - Spiderman cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

Best fruit cake with crispy layers in the area. We would normally have to drive to Orange County but this is our now go to spot and most requested birthday cake among family members. Also while you're there don't forget to order a Vietnamese coffee...I promise you will thank me later! read more

R & J Bakery - Family favorite cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I ordered my daughter's Quinceanera cake here. I ordered it a month in advance, and they didn't have the cake ready because they forgot. So they said they would deliver it to my venue w/o charge, and the cake arrived and was placed in the refrigerator. When we put it together because they don't do it for us. We noticed that the 3-tier cake had each their carton under each layer, and it was bigger than the cake. When we put it together you can see the carton under the cake for each layer. the model was not supposed to show the carton between layers. They said it had to be bigger because it might slide off but when we looked at it, it was already tilting. So, I called them to come back and fix it... they had to cover the carton with frosting which was not the color of the cake, but neon color and they had to put more support, so the cake was standing up straight. We had to decorate it with roses to make it look nice... and once we did it was decent after the carton being sort of hidden. The cake tasted great no complaints there, but I will not ask them to do the 2, 3, or 4 tier cakes again. I will stick to only a single tier cake for birthdays or just because. read more

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I tried to lose some weight....but their cake was so amazing. I would give 10 stars. I ordered the durian cake for my husband birthday. Not only did I get the pandan cake which I loved, but the durian was very fresh. All my friends asked where did I get the cake. To make matter worse, I had 3 servings of the cake Maybe next time I am gonna ask if she can do naked style cake for that durian cake --CASH ONLY-- That don't bother me, if you forget your cash, you can go to the supermarket next door and buy some snack and ask for a cash back. Will definitely order from them again next time. read more

My husband has gotten his birthday cakes from here since he was very young.. so for Father's Day I couldn't pass up his fresh strawberry and almond side favorite. Always fresh and fluffy, classic staple to any birthday. I had to insist on the message, she wanted to write happy Father's Day, but the kids always sing this verse.." My Daddy is the Best." read more

R & J Bakery - Father's Day cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

As others have said: "CASH ONLY." We have patronized R&J Bakery for years, and the quality and service has remained consistent. Located in a seasoned shopping center and area of Pomona, there are few traditional banks nearby, so bring your cash. There is a scandalous looking ATM in the water store next door, if you want to take a chance. The interior is tired and in need of updating. However, don't let this prevent you from buying a cake here. You will also notice the incense that is typically burning. They will accept your order over the telephone for pickup the following day, which is convenient. We always order the real strawberry filled cakes; different sizes for different events. The last size we ordered was a half sheet, which was too big. The half sheet will set you back about $40.00. My wife, in particular, loves these cakes because the frosting is not too sweet, and the cake itself is spongy and soft. The owners are also very friendly. If you like sponge style cakes with frosting that is not too sweet, the cakes at R&J Bakery are for you. Just be prepared for the condition of the interior and the cash only issue. read more

CASH ONlY!!! Sister bought two cakes , both cakes had a pound cake type consistency or a Japanese type cheese cake texture. Both dough were soft, moist and fresh tasting. one cake had strawberry fillings with whipped cream frosting, Just enough sweetness, the strawberries were fresh, only wish it was more ripe. Let me warned you now. Do not buy Durian cake unless everyone likes the taste and smell of durian. The aroma is strong and pungent, it will reeks the entire house. The second cake had durian fillings with green color dough. I had durian cakes at other bakery shops in the past, they were stingy with the spread. Not at R & J bakery, the durian were generously spread through out the cake. With every bite I had a mouthful of durian. read more

R & J Bakery - Durian filled cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

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Oldschool Chinese bakery. No fluff, no nonsense... also the only game in town when it comes to fruit tart cakes. Honestly I've never tried any of their other products so I'm not sure what they're like, but if you like a fruit tart cake (my wife loves em), this is your spot. It's like a thirty mile drive each way, but it's worth it! read more

Their fruit tart cake has become my favorite cake! It's layers are crispy, and the custard isn't too sweet. They use fresh strawberries which are always sweet. I believe they have 3 different sizes (all of which I've ordered lol). They only accept cash so make sure have it. read more

Best cake I've had in a long time. This bakery appears to be a Family-run bakery that specializes in fresh fruit whipped cream cakes, and limited Chinese pastries. The cake was very light, not too sweet. The wiped cream was amazing and the fruit was so fresh. My family loved it and finished the whole thing. I called that morning and placed the order and it was ready within a couple hrs. The lady was very nice and professional. I will definitely be coming here all the time. They take cash only but so worth it. read more

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Totally recommended! They make best fruit cake, it is not too sweet. Worth the money! Staff is friendly and on time. read more

It's been a while I didn't order the durian cake from here so I am craving it. I ordered the cake yesterday and it didn't taste as good as before. The cream especially...they have after taste and bit greasy. Usually it is whipped cream only. But this time I think it's like half whipped mix with half buttercream. It doesn't taste good!!! your lips is oily. It's not only me that notice but my other family members also noticed it! The cake is also white color and no longer green. The durian is fine. I think the Bakery in San Gabriel is the winner in durian cake. read more

R & J Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

I absolutely loved this bakery. I normally order from a place in Eagle Rock, but that's way too far. I'm so happy I found R&J. I called around 9am and she had a cake ready for me by 3. My cake was with fresh strawberries and whipped cream I will definitely be back here :) read more

R & J Bakery - Round Cake- Almond - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

They make theee best fresh strawberry cakes with almonds on the sides... these delicious cakes are hard to find... prices are great too you will not be disappointed read more

Always prompt, tasty, on time, and made wonderfully. No matter how many times I come here, the cakes are made exactly the same. I can always count on their consistency of providing a perfect cake. I usually always order the fruit tart. It's always perfectly crisp, layered, and lined w/ ripe fresh fruits. Cash only. Big free parking lot. You can call ahead and order your cake. read more

R & J Bakery - Fruit Tart-Crispy, Flakey, Excellent Vanilla Pudding under perfectly ripe fruits - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

The cake gets 5 stars. It was fresh, moist, and the frosting is NOT sweet at all. I got the quarter sheet fresh strawberry cake, it was for one of our deaconess at church. I had planned on getting the cake elsewhere a month ago, but I totally forgot about it. Luckily, she was able to make one for me that same day. I bought cakes here before, their specialty is the fresh fruit tart with a flaky pastry base. It's elegantly covered with peaches , strawberries , and kiwi arranged on top of a very yummy custard-like filling. It may be hard to find for some, just look for the asian market, you won't miss it then. The only drawback I can think of for some maybe...they only accept ca$h. read more

Great birthday cake, spongy with fresh strawberries and not too sweet. Only drawback is location which is sketchy and no ATM you need cash which is inconvenient. They recommend you call in your cake order as they tend to run out, so call ahead. read more

R & J Bakery - Birthday cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

Wanted to love this place. I grew up on China town cakes. The service is good. The lady is nice. It's cash only. However the cleanliness is not great. I ordered two cakes in one week. First was good, second had a huge hair right smack in the middle on the top. I thought I was seeing things as my vision has been blurry but at my party when my friend took the cake out to cut, she told me the cake has a huge black hair! Again other than cleanliness I would have probably loved this place. read more

They make the best cake. I always like to order my cakes for any special occasions here. The owner is really nice and I have been getting my cakes here like forever. You could just call her in the morning and she will have your cake ready in a few hours. The cakes are lot too sweet it's soft and moist. I like the Durian filling and strawberry fillings here. read more

Rj bakery is my go to asian bakery. Cake is light and delicious not too sweet. Owner can have your cake customized the way you like it. Give them a try you won't regret it! read more

The best fruit tart cake and regular sheet cake! Called about two days ahead for two half sheets of cake and they were able to accommodate! Twenty years later and it is still my favorite cake. read more

R & J Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

My family has been coming to this bakery for the past 15 years. I dont know why it has taken me so long to write a review. I usually do not like cakes, but their cakes are so delicious!! Just as others have said, the bread is nice and spongy and the frosting is not too sweet. My ultimate favorite is the mocha cake! Just ordered one for my mom's birthday! I can't wait to eat some! HIGHLY recommend this bakery!! read more

Your cakes are so delicious! So light and spongey! The strawberries are so fresh and frosting is so good because it's not too sweet. This place only takes cash and isn't in a good part of town. Lots of questionable roaming around. read more

R & J Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

It's you are looking for a good white bread strawberry filled cake. This is your place . Recently tried their cake and it's very close to cakes from a China town in LA. read more

This is probably my favorite cake bakery all around. Funny thing is I'm not a big fan of cake. If you're going to splurge, this is a place to do it. The service was fast friendly and easy. Everything you've heard is 100% true and then some! Obviously the cakes are the main event and every time I go it's top notch, moist and perfectly baked. Don't skip the next size up! Very well worth it to have more slices haha! The cake is out of this world good, so save some room for your dessert course! I love the traditional look on this cake and also the price range. Everything seemed too good to be true. This is why I'm rating this place so I can tell it from my own experience. Changing my views on bday cake read more

R & J Bakery - Happy birthday Anabel!! Hands down Beautiful traditional amazing cake - Bakeries Near Me - Pomona, California

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My family is in love with the fruit tart cake from R & J! It has a crispy phyllo crust that makes it different from the fruit tart you get at Porto's. I like R & J's fruit tart better because it's light, not too sweet, and the lovely crunch you get from the phyllo is wonderful. If you're heading east on Holt, it's on your left side. Fair warning: the location is definitely not great. But, for the price and taste...you can't go wrong with R & J's. read more

Very prompt and accommodating. I was able to request an order for the same day! However, note that the "fruit cake" is merely whipped cream and fruit over a crispy pastry. I was expecting a thin layer of the pastry between light sponge cake and cream but I was mistaken. My fault for not verifying beforehand. They also offer strawberry, banana, coconut, and durian cake among others. The "fruit cake" was $25, durian and coconut are $33. I am uncertain of the price for the other flavors but if you are interested, I recommend giving them a call. read more

Our family has been buying cakes from here for about 2 decades now. The cakes are perfectly spongey and we never had a problem with them being too sweet. The fruit cakes are top notch as well. read more

Have always been a huge fan of their cakes and tarts. My childhood birthday cakes were always from here. The strawberry and the pandan cake with coconut was my favorite. Love the people who work here. Always friendly and reasonably priced. My family gets all of their cakes here. Give them a try! read more