I had just finished eating my lunch (from another nearby food truck) and was getting ready to…read moresnatch a bike from the Capital Bikeshare rack and head back to the office when all of a sudden, this big pink truck pulls up (near Metro Center @ 12th & G) and I just couldn't resist! I ordered a cinnamon roll cupcake for myself and a carrot cake cupcake to take home to my hubby. I wasn't really sure what to expect with the cinnamon roll one, but I thought, "it's just ONE cupcake, give it a try!" Booooooy, am I glad that I did! The icing is actually topped with cinnamon & sugar, the bottom of the cupcake had a cinnamon & sugar like crust and it was simply FANTASTIC! The actual cake part was very moist and had a cinnamon swirls throughout. I was pleasantly surprised at how well they did with this particular flavor cupcake. I have not yet had a bite of the carrot cupcake yet (I wanna give my husband the chance to have the 1st bite of his own cupcake), but I did take a lil' swipe of the icing and it was really good! The price was on point w/other DC area "cupcakeries" coming in around $3 each. There have been times when I paid between $3-4 for a cupcake, only to taste it and feel like I've been robbed because the cupcake wasn't worth $0.25. In this case, I was happy to fork over the $6 & change because these fluffy puffs here were definitely worth it. Being the cupcake lover that I am, I can't wait to try some of the other flavors! [Added bonus - she had a cupcake box for 2 that really helped protect them from getting totally smashed while riding bikes the rest of the day!]

Well, Nick's ROTD for here spurred mine considering I forgot to write a review, and I was with him…read moreone of the times he went. So I guess that's what I get for not reviewing. He who hesitates is lost!!!! ROTD!!!! Anyway, I agree with Nicko that these cupcake are pretty good. I like to see if I can keep it at my desk all day and not eat it until the work day is over. It's like a little game I play. How long can I stare at the yummy cupcake without eating it? I prefer these cupcakes over some others in the McPherson Square area. Usually the cupcake truck likes to join the lunch truck scene at Franklin Park at 13th and K on Fridays, especially during the summer. I agree about the line too. Sometimes you can get lucky and just walk up but not usually. But at least it's worth the wait!!

So literally, I just got home from Sweet Tooth Cafe & Cakes, and I went there on happenstance after…read moremy sewing class because I was so close to Sonic. We do not have one where I live, so I naturally get excited every time I'm near one, and I make it my mission to stop and get a slushie. I traditionally get the lemon slush or the lime slush. But unbeknownst to me, Sonic redid their menu. Since there isn't one close to my house, I had to update the app and sign back in. Then I tried to order my usual drink, but because it had been more than 90 days since my last visit, my previous order was gone. So I started looking through the menu, only to realize the lemon frozen slush and the lime frozen slush were no longer there. I literally spent over 30 minutes sitting in the Sonic stall scrolling through the app because you have to order through it to get the half-price slushes. Now they have these new slushes with some type of tea concentrate, and I already know I don't like green tea. I didn't want to risk paying for something I probably wouldn't enjoy, especially since there wasn't an option to sample it. So I opened my Maps app to see what was nearby. That's when I noticed that a young lady I'd been following on Instagram had her Italian ice shop close by. I thought, "Oh my goodness!" It was less than a mile away, so I drove over to Killa Italian Ice & Smoothie and picked up some lemonade and a slice of cake. After that, I thought, "Let me see what other small businesses I can support while I'm over here." I wasn't really interested in any of the other food options because they were things I could already get in Woodbridge. So I searched for bakeries and found Sweet Tooth Cafe & Cakes, just a short drive away. I walked in, and to my surprise, they had a full restaurant menu in addition to their baked goods. Let me tell you, these people were so amazingly welcoming the moment I walked in. "Hey, sis!" "Hi, welcome!" I immediately felt at home, and I honestly haven't felt that way in an establishment in a very long time. I ended up telling the young lady behind the register about my whole Sonic adventure, and she said, "Well, let me let you try my chicken curry salad." Now, I didn't have the heart to tell her that I don't like chicken salad, so I said, "Okay." Let me tell you...that chicken curry salad was banging. I was like, "Oh wow. This is good." As we kept talking, I looked over the menu and realized I didn't want my usual comfort foods like pizza, collard greens, or macaroni. I wanted to try something different. So I ordered their Chicken with Attitude with rice and cabbage. The chicken had a Middle Eastern rustic flavor. It was roasted, incredibly tender, and unlike anything I'd had before. It's definitely a different taste and probably an acquired one, but I really enjoyed it. Although I'd only had that sample of the chicken curry salad, it was so good that I ordered half a pound of it to take home, along with a piece of pound cake. Like I said at the beginning, I DO NOT EAT chicken salad, but it completely surprised me. But beyond the food, they brought me a complimentary lemonade while I was sitting there eating. It tasted so fresh, like freshly squeezed lemon with other fresh fruit over ice. It was absolutely delicious and refreshing. Everywhere throughout the restaurant were little signs about genuine kindness. The whole place just felt welcoming. Being from Alabama, I grew up with Southern hospitality. You make eye contact, greet people, and make them feel at home. That's not meant to discredit businesses in DC, Maryland, or Virginia. This area is a melting pot of people from all over the world, and culturally, not everyone expresses hospitality the same way. But when I walked into Sweet Tooth Cafe & Cakes, every single person embodied that welcoming spirit. It wasn't just one employee. It was the people behind the counter, the people coming out of the kitchen, and even those arriving for work. I just remember thinking, "Wow." I felt safe. I felt welcomed. I felt wanted. I felt at home. I felt like family. More than the food, I felt like I had found my tribe. I found my village. I honestly wish I lived closer because, if I did, I'd probably be there every day. Since moving to this area in 2009, that's the feeling I've been missing. If I could recommend Sweet Tooth Cafe & Cakes a million times over, it wouldn't just be because of the food. It would be because of the sense of belonging. It's that feeling of walking into a place where everybody knows your name, even when they don't. If you're going through something, this is the place to go. Not just to feed your belly, but to feed your soul.

I visited this bakery, when I was coming for breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Sweet Tooth is…read morelocated in an industrial section of Ritchie Road, in Capitol Heights. I entered with the intention of purchasing baked goods, as snowstorm snacks, but had no idea they also have a full food menu. I ordered the strawberry shortcake, which was excellent!! It was moist and sweet and the strawberries tasted great. I also had a few cookies and some pound cake, which were all good. Service was quick and friendly and I was able to sample their bean soup which was nice and hot and seasoned well! This location as a few parking spots, that they share with other businesses, and you are able to sit down inside of the restaurant. They also bake cakes. I saw a few of their designs and they looked great. I plan to return again!

The customer service at Clements Pastry Shop is the worst that I have experienced. I ordered…read moreBailey's Irish Cream Cupcakes for St. Patrick's day, over a week before the Holiday. Clements sent me a chocolate cake, and when this was communicated with them they simply said there is nothing they could do. How is this acceptable? After communicating with my rep about the incident, he never responded to my email. Will I order from her again? No. Will I spread the word that they have terrible customer service? Yes.

Well it's been A while since I placed an order for items from. Clement's Bakery, at I tine when…read morethey were still at their G St Northwest location , I was A regular fixture within it's wall for many years, I at one time during Thanksgiving and Christmas I was placing orders for least 30 to forty pies, I also purchased many Birthday Cakes, and I can't begin to recall the number of pastries I have purchased while they were S thriving bakery on G St Northwest, I knew most of the counter ladies very well one in particular was Jannie she was A sweet heart, my family on both sides were patrons of this Bakery for many years we had many special occasions that called for A visit to this incredible Washington institution, my mother engagement cake for her Wedding came from here and her Wedding Cake as well, and If my Grandmother or Mother didn't make my Birthday Cakes, it was from one three Bakery's in Washington , Clement's, Stevenson, or Reeves, and The Blue Mirror, so many wonderful memories of Beloved Bakeries from my Childhood we had many Wonderful Celebrations that included delicious confections from Tremendous Establishments of my Childhood all the Memories of shopping with so Many Beloved Relatives that are now in Heaven and the glorious delicious meal we would share followed by either homemade or items purchased from one of our favorite bakeries, I will have to be brave one day and place an order , I just don't want the memories of this beloved place destroyed for me.

Sweetdele's Sweet Treats catered our wedding, and Ms. Deborah did an incredible job! She makes the…read morebest cupcakes in DC, and we will continue to get her cupcakes for all anniversaries and celebrations to come.

Great sweet potato cheesecake! I HIGHLY recommend Furlough Cheesecake, owned and operated by two…read moresisters! Stop in and support their effort, you WILL NOT regret it!!

I went in after walking by this location. I saw the photos and decided to support. The staff person…read morewas super friendly and helpful in my selection. There was social distancing and markets. I ordered the sweet potato and strawberry cheesecakes. They also have vegan options which is great. I was able to get in and out quickly. I ate the strawberry first which was tasty. The crust is a thin layer at the bottom. The cheesecake was firm and fulfilling. The sweet potato was really good and had a great flavor. It was also very thick and filling. I would go back when in the mood for dessert, especially cheesecake. There were various options available so would like to try them.

Chef Tracie is the SweetPots goddess and her treats are divine!…read more Affordable, adorable and amazing!!

I really love SweetPots. The portion size is perfect and I love that I can eat a little, twist the…read morelid back on and come back for more later. The cake is always fresh and tasty. Kudos to the good folks at SweetPots!

I recently got a chance to sample Black Pearl Tarts at an event that I attended and what can I say…read more-- I'm hooked! Everything is tastier when it looks good and is bite sized and this my friend is a check, check and a check! The owner elevates tarts into one sophisticated bite using seasonal ingredients and beautiful flourishes like sprinkled covered marshmallows or edible flowers. If sugar ain't your thing you can check out their savory flavors as well -- sweet potato hummus? Yes please! The crust is hearty and the perfect foil to the sweet, sweet insides. Perfect for cocktail parties and they take orders online so you never have to talk to a human person (sorry, I'm an anti social hobbit who just wants to live on tarts). Definitely check this local business out!

Black Pearl recently provided red wine and fruit compote tarts topped with sweet goat cheese and…read morepoached pears for an event I attended. I was stunned. It's actually worth talking about their appearance before I get to the experience of eating them: On the table, their products look elegant--striking without being intrusive or gaudy. They set a great mood. These are some of the best-presenting tarts I've ever seen. I can't vouch for their full line of products, as the only tart on offer was the Mulled Fruit & Goat Cheese, but it was shockingly well-thought-out: Every texture at play in the tart--firm, crumbly shell; jammy compote; smooth sweet cheese; crisp poached pears--kept its distinct profile throughout the evening. Coming to them later in the night didn't result in a soggy crust, limp fruit or runny compote, and the textures recombining in your mouth were a delight. Of course texture doesn't mean much if it isn't backed up by flavor, and so I saved the best for last. As I mentioned above, it's obvious that everything about this dessert was carefully considered, and considered with excellent judgment, at that. Every element was in balance, announcing itself clearly on the tongue without overwhelming the other notes: The mild cookie-ness of the crust, the deep mulled wine in the compote, the sweet tang of the goat cheese--this was a joy to eat. Full disclosure: Black Pearl is operated by Christina Marie. I do know Christina personally--we have a number of close mutual friends, though I don't know her terribly well. I'm writing this review because Black Pearl is a local start-up whose food really impressed me, not as a personal favor to someone I know.

Attention...may I have your attention, please?!!!…read more Cupcakes & More is a local business that is one of Maryland's best kept secrets. If you looking for personalized gourmet cupcakes that will be delivered to you without an additional fee..look no further..(disclaimer: orders are by the dozen though). Not only are these cupcakes beautifully and creatively decorated..they are absolutely delicious and divine ..moist, light, and melts in your mouth with each bite. Also, you're not limited on any flavors..just submit your request..and watch magic happen when they're delivered. For my dad's bday, I ordered a dozen cupcakes which were an assortment of flavors that ranged from carrot cake to strawberry...and yesss...you better believe it was the truth!! Also, you can customize the type of frosting used on each cupcake if desired. These cupcakes are good for any special occasion where you want to " wow" the eaters with aesthetics and taste. I'll admit yelp peeps, these cupcakes are not cheap..(not crazy expensive either), but when considering what you're actually paying for..its more than fair. I also believe the more dozens you place in your order, Ms. Toni will knock off a few dollars off the price. And tell her Ms. Nneka sent you ;) Overall, definitely recommend!

Having never written a review on Yelp before, I can't help but write today to share my elation…read more Antoinette was very helpful and made the process very simple. I bought these for a loved one and had them personally delivered to her. She is a local with a great eye for detail and Toni was simply superb. I highly recommend this business to anyone looking to satisfy a cupcake craving, or for any events you are throwing. These cupcakes are worth much more than the price. This deserves more attention. If you are looking for quality cupcakes, please make Cupcakes & More your next choice.