Molly's Cupcakes is by far the best cupcake shop I've tried in NYC. Their cupcakes are perfectly…read moremoist, full of flavor and not overly sweet with amazing frosting to match. I've been here several times and have always received friendly, excellent service. Most recently, I ordered 26 custom cupcakes for an event and couldn't have been happier. They looked beautiful, tasted incredible and were a huge hit. Highly recommend!

Very cute inside with plenty of seats even swings. Many cupcake flavors and make your own…read morecupcakes. Minis available too. Rice crispy treats- mini cupcakes and sprinkles always free! Would definitely recommend. Perfect for kids and adults alike. The mini bite-size cupcakes are just enough. Service was great, and the prices are fair.

visiting nyc for the first time and want to try a bakery you don't have at home? ya come for the…read morebanana bread pudding, it's def worth a try! I actually wanted to try the cookies and cream banana cream but they ran out :( It's creamy, soft and just the perfect dessert to end your lunch or dinner. I do wish I had some ice cream to go with it I feel like that would make this 10x better. You can buy big tubs of these banana cream pudding and I see folks do it all the time!

I never thought I'd go to the most talked about dessert place in NYC. What's really unique, it's…read moreknown for their banana pudding. This location is right next to the Jimmy Fallon show, so it's pretty hard to miss. I'm not usually a cupcake fan nor a banana pudding fan. So this review is a bit biased. The banana pudding itself is pretty good. Very sweet, with pieces of banana and wafers in it. The location is nice, as well as the staff who helped me choose something good. Cute little shop that definitely draws you in. But my honest review? Not sure it's worth the hype. There are many places to try in nyc. But if you're one for a name brand/price tag, then this is for you. Not my first choice in the many choices of nyc

We stopped in here after having dinner down the street. They have a wide selection of desserts,…read morebut we decided on the cupcakes. The decor is really bright. There was a bit of a line, but it moved pretty quickly. I am boring, so I just ordered the plain vanilla cupcake, but it was just perfect. It was fresh and the cake itself was wonderful. We had a big party--everyone was happy, but particularly happy with the cookie dough and red velvet. Definitely worth a visit.

Service is terrible. Famous Brooklyn black and white cake was very dry. I have eaten here before…read moreand it was delicious. This time I asked to trade the cake for the a cupcake. The very young ladies doing service laughed at us. They couldn't care less for customers. Terrible. Will not be back and do not recommend. $10.50 for a dry piece a cake? Never again

I'll start with the good. The biscoff cookie and ice box cake are phenomenal and worth the…read morecalories/any wait in line you have to do to get them. They have unique flavor and really satisfy your sweet tooth. The banana pudding is good but honestly it's pretty basic. (Unless you scoop some and put it on a cookie) Lastly the workers were very monotone and seemed annoyed to be there. They dropped my cookie (it was already in the bag) and didn't even offer another one just said "oh it's fine" I wouldn't come here again in New York because they're are so many options but I wasn't upset with the selections.

Okay I was cracking up about my experience here because I literally asked the dumbest question to…read morethe guy working but he was so nice and explained the answer to me until I understood! So fun fact they are now advertising Banana Pudding Hot Chocolate and it is NOT actual hot chocolate but banana pudding made to taste like hot chocolate. Why I got so confused? I don't know! Maybe I have been watching too many videos about Tyra Banks Hot Ice Cream. Either way I appreciate the guys patience and kindness when explaining it to me twice especially because I did not end up ordering that at all (though it sounds interesting) but I did get the regular actual hot chocolate and it was amazing! It tasted like melted marshmallows were in it! Perfect for a cold winter day. In addition we got to the humming bird cake, a cupcake, and the regular banana pudding. My husband had never been here before so you know we had to get the banana pudding, it's their claim to fame. And it is decent. Growing up in North Carolina banana pudding is taken very seriously and is literally at every gathering. Would this be a contender for the cookout? Sure! I have no complaints about. The other baked items were delicious as well. The store is cute unfortunately this location has no indoor seating but plenty of outdoor. It was like negative degrees when we went so we definitely did not sit outside. All and all it's a cute bakery/ sweets shop. There are many locations through out the city. I've been to others and it is consistent. It's definitely not a bad dessert spot to try.

Decided to pick up 3 slices of cake after seeing a Broadway play. These cakes remind me of my…read morechildhood. Brought the nostalgia back. My favorite was the Nutella slice. They're all not bad. I just didn't know there was coconut on one of the slices and I really don't like coconut flakes. Still not a bad taste just a preference. Just a tip when you bring the cakes back to your place, take it out of the box and let it air out a little bit so it doesn't taste like the cardboard box. This goes for any place you buy cakes btw. I think it tastes even better after refrigerating. But also can't go wrong with chocolate. Service was great, everyone there working is friendly.

I'm a huge fan of this bakery, but it's my first time at this much smaller Manhattan location. It…read morehas a fraction of what the Brooklyn store has. I ultimately opted for a red velvet cupcake and a raspberry tart for Valentine's Day. I will stick with the Brooklyn location going forward though. I don't know if the presentation and customer service is on par with what you get there.

Sometime you just crave a cupcake!…read more Walking by this grab and go spot I peered in and saw they had Devil Dog cupcakes, a flavor blast from my childhood. Had to get one. it was ok and satisfied enough. Be aware that nothing is freshly baked at this tiny location and it is a bit pricey for what it is.

​I recently picked up a box of four cupcakes for $15. At $3.75 a piece, it's a fair price for…read morespecialty treats that are as visually appealing as these were. While the presentation was 10/10 across the board, the flavors ranged from "nostalgic perfection" to "a bit of a letdown." ​ ​Devil Dog (The Winner): This was by far my favorite. It was a trip down memory lane, perfectly capturing that nostalgic Hostess chocolate cupcake flavor I loved as a kid. ​Lemon Raspberry Meringue: Coming in a close second, this cupcake was bright, fruity, and incredibly fresh. It felt light and offered a great balance to the richer flavors in the box. ​Ube: This cupcake was stunning to look at. However, the flavor didn't quite live up to the exotic profile of a purple yam; it tasted like a traditional vanilla cupcake that just happened to be purple. Great for the aesthetic, but standard in taste. ​Hummingbird: This was the only real disappointment. I was expecting the signature tropical punch of pineapple, but it lacked that acidity. Instead, it felt more like a simple banana nut muffin with icing on top. ​Final Verdict: Overall, the experience was positive. The shop clearly has a talent for decor and nostalgia. I'd definitely return for the Devil Dog and the Lemon Raspberry, but I might skip the Hummingbird next time. Last Note: The woman working in the bakery was a bit rude and had an attitude and that alone will make me not com back no matter how good the cupcakes are.

It's been over 17 years since my first Yelp review of Magnolia Bakery. Unlike other foodie lemmings…read moreat the time, I wasn't caught up in the cupcake craze started by this iconic shop. Remember when this was one of Carrie's hangouts on "Sex & the City"? That exposure triggered nearly 70 locations worldwide. Jamie W and I were back in the neighborhood after a tipple at Julius'. I have to admit I never understood the appeal of the cupcakes. However, I had never tried their banana pudding before, and I liked how you can grab a readymade carton from the fridge and pay for it right away. Meanwhile, a lot of self-absorbed women were crowded around the cupcake display waiting for their little boxes. We took our stash across the street to the mostly deserted playground.. Ah, so the pudding was the draw all along. We grabbed two, the $6.25 Chocolate Peanut Butter (Photo 5) and the $5.75 Classic Banana (Photo 4). They both have lighter-than-expected whipped cream and sliced bananas. Of course the classic layers Nilla vanilla wafers, while the other applies Oreo cookie crumbles and chocolate chunks. No complaints about either, though the classic still wins. FOOD - 4 stars..indulgent treats, aren't they? AMBIANCE - 3 stars...still packed after all these years, purely takeout SERVICE - 4 stars...for the pudding yes but for cupcakes, it's a sea of estrogen TOTAL - 4 stars...forget the cupcakes! RELATED - Peckish in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/J1Z2EKWhmt

I finally had a chance to try the famous banana pudding! They have a fridge inside with all the…read morebanana puddings, and I purchased a small which was a good size for one person, though you could definitely share it between two people if you just want a little sweet treat. The pudding was super soft and fluffy with a strong banana flavor. It was pretty sweet for me, and I would've preferred it a little less sweet, but it was still delicious. I loved how it was creamy, light, and cohesive. It was a small shop for grab and go, and it was early in the day, so there was no wait. Staff were friendly. I would love to have another banana pudding whenever I'm back in the area!

Yesterday, for my birthday, I had the Lotus Biscoff cup cake. It was the most delicious cup cake I…read morehave ever had. And I used to work at a cup cake shop! I can't stop thinking about it. I will definitely be back for more!

Hate to be critical of a small business, but the cupcakes were stale. Will not be returning.read more

Buttercup Bake Shop is my neighborhood bakery, and I appreciate that it stays open late. The…read morechocolate cake slice I purchased was moist and delicious. Unfortunately, the customer service was disappointing. The employee behind the counter did not greet us or offer any assistance while my friend and I looked at the display. When we decided on the chocolate cake, she sharply asked, "Which chocolate cake?" as though she were annoyed, so my friend had to walk over and point it out. The store was not busy, and both of us noticed the unfriendly attitude. The slice was also $7 and smaller than the portions I have received there before. For that price, customers deserve both a good product and welcoming service, especially since people often visit bakeries to celebrate happy occasions.

I have been to this location of this bakery a handful of times, with their original spot on…read moreMadison. While I'm not the biggest cupcake fan, they have a nice selection of cakes, bars, and other things for pretty reasonable prices, especially in Midtown. The staff are also friendly. The most recent time, I got a Ube Buttercake Bar for $4.25, or something very similar. As per the name, it is made with ube, or purple yam, and it has a slight purplish hue. It was just a bit rich, had a soft texture inside, and had a very mild ube flavor with a bit of vanilla. The dessert was decent, but not strong enough of a ube flavor for me to buy it again. Much better was the Brookie I got the first time for $4.50 or so, listed as a blend of their Ooey Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar and Fudge Brownie. I was happy that the chocolate chip part was dark chocolate, and it wasn't overly sweet. Otherwise, it had a nice mix of textures, with some soft and crunchier parts. I liked it a lot more. The prices here are decent enough, and the quality isn't that bad. It's not a place I would go out of my way to go to, but it's nice to be nearby if I want to pick up a snack or something similar. I would probably try a slice of cake, or another bar such as their lemon or dream, next time.

I wanted to gift my friend a dozen customized cupcakes for her birthday, so I reached out to…read moreYehCakes about two weeks in advance to see if I could put in an order. They responded quite promptly and we began discussing over email the details of the customization and order. After a couple back and forth emails, after which we agreed upon a design, I was ghosted and left with only a couple days before my friends birthday to scramble and figure out a gift for her (plus she lives across the country from me). Although I cannot comment on the quality of taste of the cupcakes themselves, I was disappointed by the service and lack of consistent communication on their end. My friend's birthday has now passed and I still haven't received any kind of response or confirmation on their end. :(

Great experience getting custom cupcakes for my boyfriend's birthday. I loved the customized…read moreYankees hat, it was a nice touch.