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I bought 6 cupcakes (vanilla bean, red velvet, chocolate, cookies and cream.). They were amazing! Sweet but not too sweet. Not only that, their wings (saw as I walked out) looked delicious and so now will try for lunch/dinner. Easy to park, which is a bonus. The staff was incredibly friendly and made good suggestions
3.5 stars. The set up is quite interesting in that it shared space with Bakers and Baristas and it's quite small and narrow. If six people walked in at the same time, it would be hard to move around. When I arrived, the store was empty and after a few minutes, I began to wonder if it was a set up because even though I called out a few times, no one responded. An attendant finally showed up, apologized and said it was busy on the other side (i.e. @ Bakers and Baristas). I picked up half a dozen cupcakes and this will cost you $20 (-tax). 3.5 stars because stores should not be unattended, the cupcakes are rather small for the price point and there was only one gluten-free selection option.
Cupcakes looked nice, but were dry and flavorless. Was told they were baked today, but this was hard to believe.
I really wanted to like this place, especially after having a dinner that left more to be desired. I should've paid heed to my fellow yelpers. I was wandering around the downtown area looking for some dessert when I came across a Red Velvet cupcake store. There were a few accolades and the cupcakes looked delicious so I was optimistic. I ordered the "Southern Belle," which was their signature red velvet cupcake. On the first bite, I was already saying "no, no, no" in my head and wishing I had a cupcake from my favorite cupcake spot back in California, Cupcakin' Cupcakery. The cupcake tasted like it had been refrigerated- it was not moist, cake texture was off, frosting was a little too sweet. I ate what I could and tossed the rest in the trash, disappointed at the $3.50 I couldn't get back. I should've tried the vanilla bean flavor...it actually looked better. Oh well- you win some, you lose some.
I enjoy the signature red velvet cupcake named Southern Belle; been buying it for quite a while. RVC's buttercream frosting is not overly sweet, which I favor. Also, Mexican Hot Chocolate is one that I like a lot, if it's available. I agree with others that inventory can run low. And sometimes the cupcake can be a little too dry, but overall I've had good luck. The box that cupcakes can be placed into for travel/safekeeping is sturdy, useful and attractive; that's important to me. The owner, Aaron Gordon, is an interesting force in the restaurant biz in DC. He's opened and closed several ventures however RVC has proved durable; it's in its 11th year of operation in Penn Quarter, so can be classified as a fixture. Gordon's newest bistro, Little Beast, features RVC's baked goodies.
Blink and you'll miss this place, and you'll be missing out on some deliciousness! Set snugly beside Little Beast, this place serves up some moist and tasty cupcakes. I got a half dozen, two chocolate, two vanilla and two carrot cake walnut. Yes, I know - how do you go to a place called Red Velvet Cupcakery and not get a red velvet cupcake?? I dunno but these little babies were calling out to me. Moist, smooth, with creamy icing plopped on top, it was a tasty set of treats that didn't last more than a few moments. This place has different cupcakes every day, so you gotta try it out on different days. Give it a try!
Yummmm, sweet and packed with flavor! I wanted something sweet and saw the sign for Red Velvet Cupcakes. I choose the signature cupcake, vanilla cupcake and carrot cake cupcake. Of course I didn't all them all myself. My family enjoyed them all! The kids are begging me to go get more! Will be returning. For half a dozen I paid $20
Homemade?....Yes! Rivaling the best, of the best in the DMV!?....No!! I came here with some friends, after the Wizards game at the Capital One Arena, looking to satisfy the sweet tooth. I should of known by the dismal selection alone, the situation was about to get hectic. There were only about 5 flavors to choose from, with their signature Southern Belle (Red Velvet) as one of the options. I chose to dive in on a Red Velvet and Cookies n' Cream. So, let's just get straight to the point shall we??....Both were marginal in flavor and borderline grocery store/Costco in taste. I was really disappointed in the Red Velvet which was dry, tethering stale and had no true southern taste of that buttermilk ting or chocolate bite one looks for in a red velvet cupcake. Also, the crown of the cupcake was hard --crunchy like toast! I mean com'on folks. If you're gonna bare the name "Red Velvet" as a storefront....then you need to "bring it" at least on this cupcake for sure. And, the flavor needs to be "on point".....as if Grandma stuck her crusty foot all up in the cake batter!! What saved this poor thing was the cream-cheese icing. It made it at least palatable and easy to swallow. As for the Cookies n' Cream cupcake. The cake itself was dense-moist, but once again I was robbed on the flavor tip. Also, it was a bit too sweet. Overall, 2 1/2 Stars! I haven't been to Red Velvet in years and it seems the impression it left on me back then...is still the same. In the past, the cupcakes were okay to Meh. Nothing to write home about, but at least better than this experience. Also, the price point is steep! I paid over $7 for two tiny cupcakes the size of a Hostess mini-cake. As much as I want it to be, this place is just not stacking up to be anything amazing or a thumbs up for me. This visit and several others in the past has confirmed that. Will not be returning that's for sure. Don't get me wrong here, the cupcakes are not bad or awful. On a good day, at best, they are just average and should be a lot better for the price. I will admit tho, one thing that hasn't change and that they are consistent on...is the basic "uninspiring" flavor options. Compared to other cupcakeries around the city....I think it's time for a makeover and upgrade on the types of cupcakes offered and creativity. Simple red velvet, devils food, peanut butter and vanilla cupcakes...leaves nothing to be desired imho or definitely doesn't warrant for a repeat visit from this place....compared to what you can sink your teeth into at Baked n' Wired, Sprinkles, or even Georgetown Cupcakes....to name a few! I mean Google or Instagram Sugar Vault in DC...Thank me later!! Perhaps this is the reason....why I think I haven't been here in years! Too many better options!! You think!??
The cupcakes are the perfect size. They are very tasty and nicely decorated. Great for personal dessert or to add the finishing touch to an events dessert table. Reasonable prices and the staff is always very helpful.
This has become one of my favorites. I make a point to stop here every time I go to DC. I love the chocolate with the gold leaf. It makes me feel fancy. This was also one of the only places I could find gluten free cupcakes for my friend, so it became our pitstop together. Their frosting is perfect! I don't like overly sweet frosting and theirs is incredibly buttery and creamy. Great cake consistency. Are there better cupcake places in DC? Maybe... but I enjoy these cupcakes... and every place has their own twist on cupcakes. The staff is always great... and it is a convenient location. For people with celiac, sometimes the options are limited.
I tried a few kinds of cupcakes- the chocolate on chocolate, the almond cupcake with chocolate and the cookies and cream. The chocolate icing is delicious- creamy, chocolatey and perfect, the vanilla icing is good. The chocolate cake is okay, could be a little more moist, but the almond cake is exceptional (if you like almond). However, I cannot justify the price of these cupcakes even if they are delicious. They're the size of a normal sized cupcake!
No complaints here! It's a cupcakery that sells yummy cupcakes that aren't the best in the world, but can get the job done (satisfying a sweet tooth). It's a small space where all you can do is order some cupcakes, grab them, and go. They have a setup with the next door coffee shop where you can bring your goods there to consume. I enjoyed the White Velvet and Southern Belle. Try these 2 out for a great time!
Two words: Moist deliciousness. If you are a red velvet cake fan you'll love their red velvet cupcakes. Their signature cupcake "Southern Bell" has a delicious whipped cream cheese topping and moist red velvet cake really stands out. I also like that they have sugar free version called "Northern Beauty" which good but not as decadent. Pros: Vegan cupcakes Gluten free cupcakes Sugar free cupcakes Featured flavor cupcakes - My favorite is their salted caramel. Cons: $4.00 for featured flavor cupcakes. That's pretty pricey! Sometimes their cake is a little dry and crumbly.
Red Velvet Cupcakery has redeemed themselves!! I ordered a couple of southern belles (red velvet) and a couple of vanilla bean cupcakes to go...and they were amazing!!! I haven't patronized this store in years due to inconsistent quality in the past, but at the time of this recent review, Red Velvet Cupcakery is back on top! Truthfully, this is the only place that Ive enjoyed the red velvet flavor, and no one else in the area comes close to the way this shop creates their signature cupcake. Their other flavors are fantastic too..and you can taste the realness in their ingredients. Everything is always packaged neatly and sustainably..and the customer service (in the past) has always been kind and efficient. Highly recommend! read more
Reading the other reviews in recent times, I agree with the lack of presentation and taste of cupcakes offered. I found Red Velvet Cupcakery through the Too Good to Go app that aims to cut down on food waste. The service offers discounted local area store food that otherwise goes to waste and also helps discover many small business restaurants. I am glad I purchased the cupcakes at a discounted price instead of $4/cupcake or $24+ tax. The cupcakes were underwhelming in presentation. The taste and texture wasn't exactly the best. Some of the cupcakes looked like someone else was about to eat it but changed their mind because the cupcake shell was peeled off. The white frosting was runny and tasted oddly sour. The bottom half of the cupcakes were very dry and stale. I ended up throwing away most of it. I get it that these cupcakes were meant to be thrown out or otherwise given away for free. I just didn't expect the items to taste accordingly. I have no idea how long ago these cupcakes were made despite the claim that it is baked fresh daily. Whatever the case is, I won't be returning and I wouldn't recommend it for my friends and family. There are so many other wonderful small business bakeries in the area with higher quality presentations and taste. Sad to say this wasn't it. read more
Cupcakes were just ok in my opinion but my family thought otherwise. They really enjoyed them. Maybe it was the one that I had (vanilla bean). To me, it tasted really cornbread like. And a lot of my cupcake stuck to the paper wrapping. I'm not a real cake fan but I definitely know great dessert when I taste it. read more
2 years ago
I bought 6 cupcakes (vanilla bean, red velvet, chocolate, cookies and cream.). They were amazing! Sweet but not too sweet. Not only that, their wings (saw as I walked out) looked delicious and so now will try for lunch/dinner. Easy to park, which is a bonus. The staff was incredibly friendly and made good suggestions read more
3.5 stars. The set up is quite interesting in that it shared space with Bakers and Baristas and it's quite small and narrow. If six people walked in at the same time, it would be hard to move around. When I arrived, the store was empty and after a few minutes, I began to wonder if it was a set up because even though I called out a few times, no one responded. An attendant finally showed up, apologized and said it was busy on the other side (i.e. @ Bakers and Baristas). I picked up half a dozen cupcakes and this will cost you $20 (-tax). 3.5 stars because stores should not be unattended, the cupcakes are rather small for the price point and there was only one gluten-free selection option. read more
3 years ago
Cupcakes looked nice, but were dry and flavorless. Was told they were baked today, but this was hard to believe. read more
4 years ago
I really wanted to like this place, especially after having a dinner that left more to be desired. I should've paid heed to my fellow yelpers. I was wandering around the downtown area looking for some dessert when I came across a Red Velvet cupcake store. There were a few accolades and the cupcakes looked delicious so I was optimistic. I ordered the "Southern Belle," which was their signature red velvet cupcake. On the first bite, I was already saying "no, no, no" in my head and wishing I had a cupcake from my favorite cupcake spot back in California, Cupcakin' Cupcakery. The cupcake tasted like it had been refrigerated- it was not moist, cake texture was off, frosting was a little too sweet. I ate what I could and tossed the rest in the trash, disappointed at the $3.50 I couldn't get back. I should've tried the vanilla bean flavor...it actually looked better. Oh well- you win some, you lose some. read more
I enjoy the signature red velvet cupcake named Southern Belle; been buying it for quite a while. RVC's buttercream frosting is not overly sweet, which I favor. Also, Mexican Hot Chocolate is one that I like a lot, if it's available. I agree with others that inventory can run low. And sometimes the cupcake can be a little too dry, but overall I've had good luck. The box that cupcakes can be placed into for travel/safekeeping is sturdy, useful and attractive; that's important to me. The owner, Aaron Gordon, is an interesting force in the restaurant biz in DC. He's opened and closed several ventures however RVC has proved durable; it's in its 11th year of operation in Penn Quarter, so can be classified as a fixture. Gordon's newest bistro, Little Beast, features RVC's baked goodies. read more
Blink and you'll miss this place, and you'll be missing out on some deliciousness! Set snugly beside Little Beast, this place serves up some moist and tasty cupcakes. I got a half dozen, two chocolate, two vanilla and two carrot cake walnut. Yes, I know - how do you go to a place called Red Velvet Cupcakery and not get a red velvet cupcake?? I dunno but these little babies were calling out to me. Moist, smooth, with creamy icing plopped on top, it was a tasty set of treats that didn't last more than a few moments. This place has different cupcakes every day, so you gotta try it out on different days. Give it a try! read more
5 years ago
Yummmm, sweet and packed with flavor! I wanted something sweet and saw the sign for Red Velvet Cupcakes. I choose the signature cupcake, vanilla cupcake and carrot cake cupcake. Of course I didn't all them all myself. My family enjoyed them all! The kids are begging me to go get more! Will be returning. For half a dozen I paid $20 read more
Homemade?....Yes! Rivaling the best, of the best in the DMV!?....No!! I came here with some friends, after the Wizards game at the Capital One Arena, looking to satisfy the sweet tooth. I should of known by the dismal selection alone, the situation was about to get hectic. There were only about 5 flavors to choose from, with their signature Southern Belle (Red Velvet) as one of the options. I chose to dive in on a Red Velvet and Cookies n' Cream. So, let's just get straight to the point shall we??....Both were marginal in flavor and borderline grocery store/Costco in taste. I was really disappointed in the Red Velvet which was dry, tethering stale and had no true southern taste of that buttermilk ting or chocolate bite one looks for in a red velvet cupcake. Also, the crown of the cupcake was hard --crunchy like toast! I mean com'on folks. If you're gonna bare the name "Red Velvet" as a storefront....then you need to "bring it" at least on this cupcake for sure. And, the flavor needs to be "on point".....as if Grandma stuck her crusty foot all up in the cake batter!! What saved this poor thing was the cream-cheese icing. It made it at least palatable and easy to swallow. As for the Cookies n' Cream cupcake. The cake itself was dense-moist, but once again I was robbed on the flavor tip. Also, it was a bit too sweet. Overall, 2 1/2 Stars! I haven't been to Red Velvet in years and it seems the impression it left on me back then...is still the same. In the past, the cupcakes were okay to Meh. Nothing to write home about, but at least better than this experience. Also, the price point is steep! I paid over $7 for two tiny cupcakes the size of a Hostess mini-cake. As much as I want it to be, this place is just not stacking up to be anything amazing or a thumbs up for me. This visit and several others in the past has confirmed that. Will not be returning that's for sure. Don't get me wrong here, the cupcakes are not bad or awful. On a good day, at best, they are just average and should be a lot better for the price. I will admit tho, one thing that hasn't change and that they are consistent on...is the basic "uninspiring" flavor options. Compared to other cupcakeries around the city....I think it's time for a makeover and upgrade on the types of cupcakes offered and creativity. Simple red velvet, devils food, peanut butter and vanilla cupcakes...leaves nothing to be desired imho or definitely doesn't warrant for a repeat visit from this place....compared to what you can sink your teeth into at Baked n' Wired, Sprinkles, or even Georgetown Cupcakes....to name a few! I mean Google or Instagram Sugar Vault in DC...Thank me later!! Perhaps this is the reason....why I think I haven't been here in years! Too many better options!! You think!?? read more
5 years ago
The cupcakes are the perfect size. They are very tasty and nicely decorated. Great for personal dessert or to add the finishing touch to an events dessert table. Reasonable prices and the staff is always very helpful. read more
This has become one of my favorites. I make a point to stop here every time I go to DC. I love the chocolate with the gold leaf. It makes me feel fancy. This was also one of the only places I could find gluten free cupcakes for my friend, so it became our pitstop together. Their frosting is perfect! I don't like overly sweet frosting and theirs is incredibly buttery and creamy. Great cake consistency. Are there better cupcake places in DC? Maybe... but I enjoy these cupcakes... and every place has their own twist on cupcakes. The staff is always great... and it is a convenient location. For people with celiac, sometimes the options are limited. read more
I tried a few kinds of cupcakes- the chocolate on chocolate, the almond cupcake with chocolate and the cookies and cream. The chocolate icing is delicious- creamy, chocolatey and perfect, the vanilla icing is good. The chocolate cake is okay, could be a little more moist, but the almond cake is exceptional (if you like almond). However, I cannot justify the price of these cupcakes even if they are delicious. They're the size of a normal sized cupcake! read more
3 years ago
No complaints here! It's a cupcakery that sells yummy cupcakes that aren't the best in the world, but can get the job done (satisfying a sweet tooth). It's a small space where all you can do is order some cupcakes, grab them, and go. They have a setup with the next door coffee shop where you can bring your goods there to consume. I enjoyed the White Velvet and Southern Belle. Try these 2 out for a great time! read more
Two words: Moist deliciousness. If you are a red velvet cake fan you'll love their red velvet cupcakes. Their signature cupcake "Southern Bell" has a delicious whipped cream cheese topping and moist red velvet cake really stands out. I also like that they have sugar free version called "Northern Beauty" which good but not as decadent. Pros: Vegan cupcakes Gluten free cupcakes Sugar free cupcakes Featured flavor cupcakes - My favorite is their salted caramel. Cons: $4.00 for featured flavor cupcakes. That's pretty pricey! Sometimes their cake is a little dry and crumbly. read more
Red Velvet offers a quick sweet Gluten Free/Vegan treat. You pretty have 4 choices in terms of cupcake, either a White Velvet or Black Velvet cupcake, and then a choice of with a vanilla "buttercream" or chocolate "buttercream" Personally, the best combination is the white velvet with chocolate topping. The black velvet has a bit of a bitter taste, where as the vanilla buttercream is extremely sweet and has a funky after taste. The gluten free/vegan options are considered a specialty, so expect to pay a bit more. Currently, they will set you back $4. **Tip - Red Velvet Cupcakery is a small shop that consists of a counter and the cupcakes, so there is no seating inside. read more
4 years ago
I'm not a big cake fan but I have my cravings from time to time. I've been going to this Cupcakery for years and they never seem to disappoint! Cupcakes are always nice and moist and the icing is always perfect. I've tried various flavors but I think the southern belle (red velvet) and carrot cake are my favorite two. One thing I would love is for the Oreo cupcake to come in vanilla cake with an Oreo icing! Now that would be love. Customer service is always great as well, no complaints here. Until next time... read more
7 years ago
I was still hungry after dinner at Shake Shack and my sister and I had time to kill before a concert so we stopped by this bakery. The Featured Cupcake was completely gone. I asked the associate which flavors were most popular and she said the Devil's Food followed by the Vanilla Bean so I got the Devil's Food. The frosting was creamy, but the cake was dry to me. The flavorcompared to other cupcake bakeries is not extensive, but then again the shop is smaller. The associate was very friendly. I would definitely come back to try other flavors next time I am down this way at Capital One. read more
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After a visit to the International Spy Museum, we decided to drop by Red Velvet for some cupcakes. The shop is small with no seating. Just grab your goodies to go. The employees here are very sweet and helpful. They wrapped up our cupcakes quickly and neatly. Cupcakes are about $3.25 each. We tried a Featured Cupcake (Pumpkin), Southern Belle (Red Velvet), Devil's Food, and B-day. The Pumpkin cupcake had a light fresh pumpkin flavor. The icing was smooth, creamy, not too sweet, and there were bits and pieces of pumpkin in it. The cake was not hard, but it wasn't as moist as the red velvet. The cinnamon butter cookie (shaped like a leaf) on top was a nice touch. The Southern Belle cake was very moist but not all that flavorful. The cream cheese icing was light, smooth, and not too sweet. The icing on the B-day cupcake was delicious. It was light, creamy, not too sweet and had just the right amounts of chocolate flavor. The cake had a light almond flavor but it wasn't as moist as the red velvet. The confetti sprinkles on top were pretty. If you're in need of a major chocolate fix, definitely try the Devil's Food cupcake. The chocolate ganache was bittersweet, smooth, and creamy. The edges of the cupcake were a bit crisp, but the majority of the cake was moist. You can definitely taste quality chocolate. The 24K gold leaf doesn't taste like anything. It's a nice color combination and adds to the elegance of the cupcake. I appreciate that the icings on their cupcakes are not grainy, smooth, and not too sweet. read more
As I stated before, I don't give one star reviews easily. From the service and cupcakes this place deserves 0 stars honestly. After having a delicious lunch at Luke's, I decided to pick some sweets. I entered and the place is very small. Very limited flavors. The first employee I saw, saw me, on the phone, ok but no gestures or any verbal communication on her end. She continues this for a few minutes and then another human being shows up and then it seems ok. I didn't like the options so I chose a vanilla cupcake and their special of the day, cherry jubilee. I reach the register and she has them on a napkin?! I told her, these are to go. She said oh I thought you wanted them now?! What give her that idea? My hands were full! My purse my lunch bag and my water? How could I carry two cupcakes on a napkin back to my office? Ok so she boxes them and tells me my total. I wasn't offered a loyalty card as my co worker remind me, so I asked for one. Got one and I left. Later on that, i divulge in my cupcakes. I close my eyes and sink my teeth and I'm disappointed. Vanilla cupcake was hard and stale. The cake portion very flavorless, no flavoring and it wasn't sweet. Cherry Jubilee was the worst cupcake known to life. Awful. The icings awful and stale. At this point, grocery or even Costco cupcakes would be so much better, and yes I should have read the Yelp reviews first. Baked n wired is so much better!!! read more
Their Red Velvet cupcakes beats Gtown Cupcakes with NO COMPETITION! The smothering texture combination of silky, not-so-overpowering-creamy, and dreamy red velvet-ly goodness was heaven on my lips. In my opinion, Gtown Cupcakes is WAYYYY too sugary and sweet. Red Velvet Cupcakery portions the sugar JUST RIGHT. I know I'm using all-caps too much but I JUST DON'T KNOW HOW ELSE TO EMPHASIZE my newfound love for this delectable piece of heaven on earth! Oh, and also, their carrot cake cupcake... GET IT! read more
On my quest to try every cupcakery in the District, I've now had Red Velvet twice. The first time, a friend had ordered a dozen cupcakes and the Southern Belle (aka a red velvet cupcake) was great. However, it seems that only their catered cupcakes have anything going for them, as the cupcakes in store are dry. The gluten-free white cupcake was probably the most mediocre cupcake I've had all year...and it was dry. Nothing hurts a southern boy's feelings like a dry, bland cupcake. When I put my fork into it, I heard a loud "crunch!" The icing was also hard, and the whole cupcake tasted as if it could have come from any grocery store bakery. They have a nice little storefront and, as others have commented, it's really small inside. There is a single high top table in the corner, but not one iota of seating, so you've got to grab your cupcake and go. They don't have a huge flavor selection, although it's great that they offer two gluten-free options and a sugar-free selection as well. These options earned them an additional star. I guess I might consider Red Velvet if I'm catering a dozen or so in for someone, but if I'm just in the mood for a cupcake, like I was today, I'll definitely pass. read more
15 years ago
11 years ago
Lemon coconut was the best one! The cake was soft and the hint of lemon flavor was just enough. Red velvet was okay - not a fan. Vanilla bean - cake wasn't soft and frosting wasn't enough. Birthday - was just chocolate and cake - frosting wasn't good. read more
10 years ago
I wanted to discover a new cupcake shop and happened to stumble upon Red Velvet Cupcakery. A small bakery located in Penn Quarter next door to the coffee shop Baker's & Baristas. We encountered no lines on a Sunday afternoon. After looking at all our options in the glass case, we decide quickly on the Devils Food and Hazelnut cupcakes. One bite into my hazelnut cupcake, and I was disappointed. It tasted like a muffin with over the top sweetened frosting. No hint of hazelnut, in my opinion. My fiance's devils food cupcake was rich and good, but nothing to rave about. Overall, I feel like there's plenty of better cupcake shops in the District and this one is forgettable. read more
Let me begin this by saying that the White Velvet cupcake was delicious!! It had just the right amount of sweetness and moistness that is found on a good cupcake. The cupcake had the right amount of frosting for the amount of cupcake present, which is why I hesitate whilst rating this restaurant. However, the decor was not necessarily present - it was very crowded and there was not much room, and since I went on a Saturday evening, there wasn't much room to stand. I also found the cashier to be slightly rude - the room was not very large and the cashier rolled her eyes several times as I asked for assistance, which I was personally not a fan of. Additionally, the cookies and creme cupcake had no discernible flavors distinguishing it from a regular chocolate cupcake save for a small oreo garnish. Overall, the saving grace for this place was the white velvet cupcake. Do try that if you visit! read more
My building had Red Velvet cakey catered for its summer event a few months prior and I was instantly hooked to their seasonal blueberry cupcake. For my program director's birthday, I took charge in getting the sweets. Stopped by to pick up a dozen and opted for one of each flavor. Although the store's signature cupcake is their Southern Belle aka red velvet, I found it at best just average. All their chocolate/cocoa based cupcakes were too dense and somewhat bitter. Their vanilla cupcakes, although moister, were way too buttery. My usual favorite, carrot, tasted like a muffin - dry, dry, dry. I would however give their lemon with coconut icing and hazelnut with espresso icing cupcakes 4 stars. Their lemon cupcake was airy and light. Their hazelnut cupcake had bits of actual hazelnuts which gave each bite a surprising burst of crunch. Although I thoroughly enjoyed their lemon and hazelnut cupcakes, I probably won't be returning any time soon - steep price for an average sized cupcake (same price as crumbs?!) and "McD" service/attitude (the worker never greeted or even looked at me in the eyes. She kept sighing when I took just an extra 10 secs to choose my flavors - there was no one else in line). If there was another cupcake/sweet option in Penn Quarter, Red Velvet Cupcakery would be out of business in no time. read more
7 years ago
Located in Chinatown, this cupcake shop definitely feels a bit hole in the wall (for better or worse). It was very crowded for the space when we arrived. There is no real decor element to the space - perhaps not as much an aesthetically pleasing date spot as, say, baked and wired or district doughnut in Georgetown. That being said, the cupcakes were not bad and reasonably priced. I got the cookies and cream cupcake, which tasted good with the buttercream frosting. I didn't really get that much of the Oreo flavor from the cupcake however- it mostly felt like a chocolate cupcake with vanilla frosting. Not bad overall but I would not go out of my way to come back here. read more
Great cupcakes with an exceptionally sweet topping. The cakes are really dense which brings on a craving for some milk. We got there late in the evening, but there were still some good choices to choose from. If you have a sweet tooth and are out roaming the streets of the city stop in for a treat. read more
7 years ago
Peanut butter cupcake frosting had enough peanut butter taste and was not overly sweet. Cupcake was a bit dry. Devil's Food cupcake was chocolatey in both the frosting and cupcake. Again, the cupcake was a little dry. They weren't bad, but they're forgettable. I've had better cupcakes elsewhere but it's a convenient place to get cupcakes in the Galleryplace area. read more
I was so excited to accidentally (fate?) ride by this place in a cab on the way to Chinatown. Out of the handful of new cupcakeries I visited in DC, Philadelphia, and Boston, these cuppies were the best. The red velvet is to die for, I liked the combination of hazelnut and espresso in my second one, and would you believe it? I returned the next day for a chocolate ganache cupcake. The actual store is small and doesn't have any seating, so plan accordingly. By the by, if you come back with your box from RVC, you'll get 10% off! read more
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