Tiered & Petite

Yum, if you are in Georgetown you definitely have to stop in here for cupcakes. Cute little shop on…read morea side street with some seating inside and out front. My daughter and I split the Something Bitchin' and the Razmanian Devil. The Something Bitchin' was moist chocolate cupcake with peanut butter icing. The Razmanian Devil was a moist lemon flavored cupcake with raspberry filling and a lemon flavored cream cheese icing. Very yummy

Sweet tooth??? Well this place definitely will satisfy that…read morecraving. They're cupcakes are flavorful, rich and big! They also offer drinks and other sweet treats. Service was super friendly and kind and the ambience is very relaxed.

Cupcake bar

Pistachio Honey Cupcake

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Cupcake heaven!

The Cakeroom

4.1(1.1k reviews)

2.7 mi

I recently had time to explore a little while in DC, and a charming PINK building caught my eye…read morewhile taking a walk. I had absolutely no plans on buying or eating cake that day, but as a cake lover stuff happens. It was such a cute building the pastries had to be everything! It turned out to be the perfect stop. 1. The looks The building itself is so cute on the outside, and being a fan of the color pink, it instantly caught my attention. Inside, it feels less like a fast, high volume bakery and more like an intimate cake boutique. It gives small town where the owners know you by your first name. You can feel that real love was put into the space and the baking. Tasted like every ingredient was hand mixed, every cake hand frosted, and every cookie carefully hand scooped. They even served my slice of coconut cake on a real plate, which was such a cute, bourgeois touch that I loved. 2. Service The hospitality here is top-notch. On my first visit, yes you heard me! Lol! The gentleman Eric who rang me up was incredibly knowledgeable about all the different cookie and cake flavors. I ended up returning the very next day, and although he wasn't there, the other two staff members working which included Mikaela were absolutely delightful and so kind. The young lady told me her daughter loves the carrot cake as well and Mikaela said they started working there because they loved the patties so much! 3. The Cakes -Coconut Cake: This slice was so delicious, fluffy, and airy that it instantly reminded me of being a kid at holiday family meals with a fresh coconut cake on the table. -Carrot Cake: It was everything you want a carrot cake to be. It was nice and dense yet soft, with a pleasant texture from the added fruits. Definitely noticed pineapple bits! The cream cheese frosting wasn't overly thick and was so good you could eat it completely by itself. -Strawberry Cupcakes: I stole a small bite of my son's. unfortunately, this one was my least favorite. The frosting had a little chemical taste to it but it was a super cute cupcake. To answer your question, will I return? Absolutely! If you are in the DC area or planning a trip there soon, check this spot out. It truly feels like a mom and pop or pop and pop boutique. Not a bakery but a BOUTIQUE! Check them out! Tell them Anisha from Milwaukee sent you! (Not that they'd remember it just sounds cute!)

The cupcakes here are seriously good. I tried four different flavors, and every single one was…read moreconsistently delicious. I'd say they're just as good as the famous cupcakes in Georgetown--if not better. This place feels much more like a neighborhood gem: local, mom-and-pop, and very community-oriented. My only regret is that I didn't try it sooner! I moved to DC ten years ago and used to come to Adams Morgan all the time, yet somehow I kept passing this place by. If you're visiting DC and find yourself in Adams Morgan, definitely stop by for a cupcake. There's a nice air-conditioned seating area upstairs, there was no long line when we visited, and the cashier was friendly and gave us great recommendations. The Cakeroom easily has some of the best cupcakes in DC proper. Highly recommend!

Short cappuccino

Custom cake

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The cupcakes were well done and delish per the boys!

Georgetown Cupcake

3.3(4.5k reviews)

4.2 mi•Georgetown

I had a craving for sweets and ended up here at Georgetown Cupcake. This is their original…read morelocation. They got popular after being featured in a reality show. But that is not the reason I'm here. These cupcakes are not packed with massive amounts of sweetness. The taste is rich in the flavors and not over burdened with sweetness. Definitely will return.

Dry. Line moves fast and efficient…read more Staff if nice. Cupcakes are just not good. Baked and Wired is a far superior product.

Georgetown fav

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Front counter

Sprinkles Georgetown

3.9(871 reviews)

3.9 mi•Georgetown

Gluten Free Red Velvet... enough said. Felt like it was…read moremeant to be for me to be there that day. They have other GF flavors too but this one is coveted for me right alongside carrot cake. Everyone does the bland chocolate and vanilla, but it's the specialty flavors us GF folks really want! We can get chocolate and vanilla cupcakes from virtually any grocery store now. Thanks for doing more! My only qualm is that they have more GF flavors available per day! That way folks can really get more than 1-2.

Since I happened to be in Georgetown, I stopped by Sprinkles to taste the famous cupcakes I often…read morehear about. I purchased the vanilla cupcake with sprinkles. While the cupcake (albeit a little smooshed during transport, lol) was tasty, I felt the size of the cupcake was a bit small (at least considering the price). I might come back to try different flavors, since the flavor selections at Sprinkles seem to be very popular.

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Kaked Up

5.0(2 reviews)

3.1 mi•Capitol Hill

I cannot say enough amazing things about Kaked Up! The owner is incredibly talented and…read moreconsistently goes above and beyond with every order. She's been my go-to for years! she made the most stunning cake for my bridal shower, the sweetest cupcakes for my baby shower, birthday cupcakes for my daughter, bachelor cupcakes for my husband, and even my own birthday treats. Every single time, she absolutely nails the vision and the flavors are next level... moist, flavorful, and always a hit with our guests. People always message/call me after my events, asking for details on where I got them ... and begging for any leftovers . Most of the time I wouldn't even get one for myself if I didn't hide some away before the event started ! I truly don't go anywhere else for cakes or cupcakes--Kaked Up has my loyalty for life! Highly, highly recommended.

The absolute best tasting treats and service. It was a HUGW crowd pleaser! Custom designs and 5…read morestar flavors! Everyone forgot about the birthday girl because all they could talk about was Kaked Up!

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Taylor’s Cake Place

5.0(3 reviews)

3.6 mi•Benning

The cupcakes are tasty and she has new recipes coming out frequently so get some pre-order!read more

Had some cupcakes from this business a couple times and they were very moist and very flavorful. I…read morehighly recommend the Strawberry Crunch, you won't be disappointed!

8.8 mi•Old Town Alexandria

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Lavender Moon Cupcakery

4.0(727 reviews)

•$

We absolutely love their cupcakes! They are tasty and the icing is so delicious too! We bought…read moreabout two dozen for my son's bday party and every one loved it! We also got some for my baby shower and they were the first thing to go before the cake!

We stopped by this cupcake shop while visiting the DC area. The shop is located in a converted…read morehouse, which gave it a charming and unique feel. While a few minor updates could enhance the space, it was overall very cute and welcoming. The young woman working there was knowledgeable and friendly. She took the time to explain the six cupcake flavors available that day and shared some of the shop's history, which was a nice touch and made the experience more memorable. As for the cupcakes, I had very high expectations and was hoping they would be outstanding. They were definitely good, but they didn't quite wow me. While I'm glad we gave the shop a try, I'm not sure it's a place I would feel the need to visit again.

Hole in the wall

Sitting room

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Midnite Confections Cupcakery

4.3(26 reviews)

3.0 mi•Downtown

•$

I stopped here on my way home to pick up a few cupcakes. The staff member behind the counter was…read moreincredibly friendly, welcoming, and enjoyable to chat with, which made for a pleasant experience. The cupcakes themselves were good, but they didn't particularly stand out compared to other bakeries I've visited. Overall, it was a nice stop with excellent customer service, even if the desserts didn't quite wow me.

Their food truck came to our apartment building a few weeks ago. While they were here, I got 2…read morecupcakes. A strawberry one for my husband and a salted caramel one for me. My husband really liked his strawberry one, even though he wished the flavoring was a little stronger. The cake was moist and the frosting wasn't overly sweet. What impressed him was that the strawberry flavor was also in the cake part. My cupcake had a vanilla cake and a salted caramel frosting. The cake part was moist. I found the frosting to be a bit too sweet and the salt flavoring was there but faint. Only after I finished eating the cupcake did I pick up on the salt. Like most places that offer something with salted caramel be it candy or a cake-like product, they went too easy on the salt. A little more salt and the cupcake would have been truly top notch. If I came across their truck again, I would definitely try some of their other cupcakes. Plus I would recommend others give them a try.

Keto paleo chocolate chip was delicious

Strawberry and carrot cake cupcake both with vanilla icing

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Oatmeal cookie cup with cream cheese frosting

Dolcezza

4.2(658 reviews)

2.4 mi

I came in for a coffee after lunch, sampled some flavors, and ended up getting scoops as well. So…read moregood we came back after dinner the same day. 10/10 recommend

Happy Birthday Dolcezza!!!!!!!…read more Came by to celebrate a joyous day with a great scoop of their Chocotorta ice cream. This was such a hit that I decided to get something to go. Huge fan of their gelato but this is my first time visiting this location. Service was good Location: this place was perfect for sit down chats with a friend Lots of great flavors to choose from and they have some incredible soft serve flavors Looking forward to visiting again

Large with three flavors (Dulce de Leche Cookies, Dark Chocolate Fudge, and Black & White Cookie Batter)

Vanilla Bean Latte

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Nichole P.

1 year ago

Tiered & Petite Catering - Simply Outstanding! I hired Tiered & Petite Catering for a Bridgerton-themed High Tea Party at my home, and they *exceeded* every expectation. From start to finish, the experience was seamless. The team arrived on time, fully prepared, and brought the vision to life with stunning detail -- think elegant tiered trays, floral accents, and an overall presentation that transported us straight into the world of Bridgerton. The food was not only visually beautiful but incredibly delicious. The cucumber dill and smoked salmon sandwiches, buttery scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of petite desserts were all outstanding -- the strawberry tartlets and chocolate éclairs were crowd favorites! They also offered an assortment of fine teas, with Rooibos and Earl Grey quickly becoming my personal go-to's throughout the afternoon. The service was top-tier -- warm, professional, and perfectly in tune with the flow of the event. I truly felt like a guest at my own party. If you're looking for luxury presentation, exceptional flavors, and a team that gets both the aesthetic and the service, look no further than Tiered & Petite. They made my event unforgettable, and I'll absolutely be booking them again. read more

Brigitte A.

15 years ago

Unfortunately, I was very disapppointed with Cotton's Gourmet. I ordered a specific theme style cake and she delivered a COMPLETELY different one then I ordered for a theme party. I complained about the cake immediately and rather than offer an apology or refund...she did nothing. Completely unprofessional and poor customer service. I had referred her to some other friends as well and they were not happy. I have found another bakery that provides great service, prices and reliability. Cotton get your act together...I know I am not the only disappointed customer out there! read more

TL S.

15 years ago

Each and every time I order something from this bakery I am overwhelmingly satisfied. Cotton's creations are intense with flavor and use high quality, REAL ingredients. Never dry or crumbly, these cakes are delicious! Please do yourself a favor and try... ANYTHING!! You'll be so glad you did!! (Oh, yeah... she's genuinely kind. That always goes far!) read more

Scottie F.

15 years ago

Mouth watering and awe inspiring. The cakes look so good you wouldn't think to eat them. Then you really think and do eat it and find out you just tasted a little bit of heaven. read more

Event P.

16 years ago

Coton's Gourmet is pure playful deliciousness. Definitely treat yourself to the wacky tacky watermelon cupcakes or the cheesecake lollipops if you are in the area! read more

Lauren M.

16 years ago

I have ordered lots of cakes from here! She is great and even delivers! Her prices are recession friendly!

Kay J.

4 years ago

It's closed. The YELP website said the hours were confirmed but there is no storefront there.

Hilda G.

15 years ago

These cakes are delicious, moist, and very addictive. I think I get a cake every other week.

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