These cupcakes were fantastic!!! I tried the special which was chocolate raspberry and it was absolute perfection, perfectly balanced flavors not too much chocolate or raspberry. The icing was spectacular, absolutely perfect texture and flavor. My friend had the Ferro Roche filled with Nutella he also expressed it was very good. The staff was very friendly and helpful! Recommend following on Instagram and Facebook for specials and flavors available! read more

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I don't know if I've mentioned this earlier but desserts are a passion of mine. I lovveee everything SWEET! And I bake all the time, something extremely hazardous to my diet haha ...but thats also why I'm extremely critical of baked goods. Having tried several bakeries in The Netherlands I've come to the conclusion that it's extremely rare to find good cupcakes. They are either stale or the icing isn't right or just plain ol' BLAH! But that wasn't the case at VAN NESS I've been trying to eat their cupcakes for a while now. They get sold out rather quickly so one has to go sometime before 3-4pm if you want to have all the flavors. So we walked into this tiny store full of excitement and tried four different flavors of cupcakes (chocolate lava, red velvet, pistachio and chocolate vanilla) and boy o' boy was I pleasantly surprised, they were EPICALLY delicious. They were moist and full of flavor and honestly the best I've had in this country for sure! I totally understand why they are sold out before the store closes and I was so impressed to taste every flavor and their icing was divine. So yes go there, go there tomorrow! It's amazing I can't wait to try out all the flavors! Eeeeeeeee *happydance* Ps: get a free cupcake if you check in with YELP! read more

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Van Ness is STILL at the top of my list and I thought it deserved an update since my last review was short and sweet. Cupcakes are top-notch. I know my cupcakes and have been to countless shops in the US and Europe and Vanessa's are some of the best. I love them so much I actually wrote about them on my blog! The shop is super cute and simple. Simplicity is under-rated in my opinion. You already have all the options just sitting on the counter staring at you and the prices are overhead. Another reason that I love the cupcake stands-on the counter-behind plexi glass-is that it's obvious what's still available. I'll admit, there will be a special discount or pop-up flavor and I'll be lazy and wait to go. Then she's sold out! I mean, good for her! But I can just walk in and see what flavors are left. No more asking what's in stock! Simple. Oh, and every girl I've met that works there is SO nice! I don't see the bad Dutch service that people talk about. But I can tell you that for sure you will not have bad service here! Want a smile? Just walk in and you'll get one for free ;) Just remember that they only take cards...debit or credit. No messy cash here! One of my favorite things to do is to grab a cupcake and chow down outside the store...people usually walk right on in after they see how delicious they are :) read more

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I am not a fan of cupcake but this store changes my mind totally. I have never eaten such a soft, fluffy, elegant, beautiful cupcake in my journey so far. It has never crossed my mind that chocolate and peanut butter can go well together but the Chocolate Peanut Butter cupcake is one of the kind. It's like a symphony I swear. I will come back to this shop again in the future. read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Chocolate peanut butter cupcake :) - Cupcakes Near Me

If you're like me and have a sweet tooth then this place is perfect for you. They make great custom cupcakes for any event or just regular flavored cupcake as well if you just need a sweet fix. Not only are they great at cupcake design, they are quick (my 12 custom minions cupcake order was ready the next day) but they also deliver anywhere in the Netherlands. I highly recommend them. (and of course they tasted amazing!) read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Just picked up these delicious goodies for my movie meetup group. - Cupcakes Near Me

Short review as I only hoped quickly to buy some cupcakes and got back out. This is a really small shop that does only one thing but does it well -- sell cupcakes! There are different flavours, but none of that really matters because all of them are delicious! Even that cake icing that many bakers put on that ends up being just sugar paste - that is totally not the case here, it's a delicious topping. They have nice 6 and 12 cupcake boxes, which you can buy to be eaten on some event (make sure the event is special, because even by the box the cupcakes aren't really heavily discounted :P ) read more

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I found myself in need of cupcakes for a birthday party and decided that I should have myself a little sample before committing to the full order. In case you needed more persuasion besides Vanessa's many 5 star reviews, here it is: GO EAT HER CUPCAKES! They are amazing, and she has such a great variety of flavors that anyone can find something to their liking. The cupcakes are great quality: soft and moist and the frosting is so sweet but not overpoweringly so. My personal favorite was the Strawberry and Vanilla Hazelnut (Nutella inside!), but any of the chocolate types seem to be equally as great too. Prices are also very reasonable! Overall, YUM! Will be back for many (many..) more of these. read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Just a few of the many flavors! - Cupcakes Near Me

This place was a cute little hole in the wall store. The most popular flavors were sold out by the time we stopped by around 2pm. The Yelp reviews were consistent, so we thought we would give it a try. The cupcakes were the consistency between "cornbread" and a "brownie". The chocolate frosting was not very appealing to my taste buds. I'm not very picky when it comes to judging cupcakes, but I think these missed the mark. I have tried Cupcake Wars winner cupcakes before. Van Ness Cupcakes did not even come close. I'm not sure why all the reviews praise them so highly. It had me scratching my head. Interesting fact: They only take credit cards. No cash to avoid robberies. read more

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Sometimes, shop owners just have a thing about them. Shop keeler Vanessa has that thing. I desperately want her to quit her day job so she can pursue her cupcake career full time. For now, this is just a side project she's running Friday -Sunday, which is such a pity, because really, I want those cupcakes everyday. I was lured in with a facebook promotion, a two for one deal, between 5-6 that friday. Since it happened to be on the way home, I felt obliged to buy something for me and my boyfriend. Delightfully small and not full of tourists along the Spui, Vannessa (or "Ness" in Dutch 'Van Ness') is a total joy to talk to. Everything from red velvet to coconut to plain chocolate is worth every bite. read more

I have to admit I've not had a better cupcake anywhere. The cake is moist. The topping is creamy. The flavors are just this side of decadent. I was never a cupcake aficionado. I think I'll never be. It's true. However, when I want even need a sugar fix this, yes, this is a great place to go. I wouldn't call the shop a shop. I'd call it more of an outlet. Their primary business is online corporate orders. The service in the store is fast and friendly. I'll be going back many times. read more

Van Ness cupcakes are total bliss. The owner Vanessa has found her calling by baking the most amazing cupcakes. There are no other sweets, she just focuses on one thing and does it perfectly right. And she goes crazy with mouthwatering combinations. The cupcakes are light, topped with an foamy icing. Some even contain a sweet hazelnut cream surprise. With the first bite the pure deliciousness unfolds. Makes your mouth happy, makes your stomach happy, makes you happy! No matter if you want to reward yourself, find a little treat for someone special or just have a bad day and need something to cheer yourself up - pray that it's not a Monday or Tuesday, because on all the other days of the week Vanessa is here to the rescue, with her heavenly cupcakes. Make sure to check the Van Ness Facebook page before you enter the shop. It's likely that there's a promotion of the day. read more

Well at least it's a step-up from Drie Graefjes... But for me that's about as much as I can say for van Ness. Everybody will probably tell you that these are THE best cupcakes. They're not. Sadly the place I used to get my cupcakes has closed and I can't afford to fly to San Francisco regularly as van Ness comes nowhere near the great cupcakes I've had in my life. It's pretty sweet that they have the free cupcake check-in deal but I think that's the only thing worth coming here for. The shop looks extremely clinical, not like a happy and fun place that a cupcake shop should be. The cakes and toppings themselves are just too sweet for me but decent on the whole. Would not recommend you come here and if you do find a good place in Amsterdam, please send me a message! read more

i walked by this place by accident. Had no idea it existed and usually when i see cupcake stores i never stop because finding good quality cupcakes here is not an easy feat. (the dutch do many other desserts very well but not cupcakes in my personal opinion). Thank god my sweet tooth was bugging me when i walked by because i stopped and stared at the cupcakes and thought... they kind of look like the ones from Magnolia in NYC. In fact, i'm going to take it a step further and say the frosting here was better than Magnolia cupcakes! it seemed to be a true butter cream frosting!!! the cupcake itself was soo moist (not over baked at all). I tried the banana peanut butter and it tasted exactly like that combination. Fresh, moist, buttery and sweet! If you're looking to feed your sweet tooth or looking for a dessert to bring to a dinner party that will amaze everyone... come here!!! now to try all the other flavors!!!!! this is easily one of my go to places for when i want to be very very naughty! read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Maybe I'll share... - Cupcakes Near Me

Sweet bejeezus this is an amazing cupcake. And I really didn't think I would it on street tucked behind Dam Square, squeezed into a narrow cave by not-so-much-coffee-shops and postcard kiosks. Van Ness isn't cheap--but the cupcakes are not dainty either. They're big, they are moist, and the flavours are just ever-so-slightly inventive--not silly. A cupcake shop in my home of Vancouver has recently begun dishing up Buffalo Wing cupcakes, a flavour I wholeheartedly classify as 'silly'--but Van Ness' take on a Reese's cup: genius. read more

Want great tarts? The Netherlands is your spot. Great cake? Not sooo much. At least, that's what I thought until I discovered Van Ness Cupcakes. These are not your average cupcakes! The whole experience of these cupcakes is, well, and EXPERIENCE. They look amazing, the icing is light and fluffy, and the cakes themselves are delicious. I bought two and I wish I'd bought more. I didn't speak to Vanessa but the woman I did speak to was really friendly and helpful, and happy to provide recommendations (which is important, since choosing is almost impossible). The shop itself is tiny and I almost missed it even though I was looking for it, but that kind of adds to the whole charm. So, cupcakes for dinner? read more

Ordering online is easy. I emailed customer service in regards to a couple questions and they answered pretty quickly. And yes of course the cupcakes were amazing!! Thank you for the excellent customer service, Chris! read more

Most amazing, happy, lovely cupcake (and generally, dessert) place in the city. Vanessa is awesome, her cupcakes are delicious, and every success will be well deserved. read more

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Definitely the best cupcake I tried! Tasty, fresh and soft i really enjoyed the atmosphere and the kindness of the staff! It's a very small place but worth a stop to satisfy sweet temptations! read more

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Come early or they may be sold out of your favorite flavor! Our favorite was the raspberry cheesecake. Creamy, fruity, and decadent. They only have one little table inside if you want to eat your cupcake standing up. We couldn't wait, so that's what we did. Best cupcakes in Amsterdam! read more

This is the BEST and most world class cupcake shop I have ever had the privilege to enter. The peanut butter cupcake was silky, smooth and an absolute melt in the mouth experience. The owner Vanessa is an absolute gem too, her and the team are super friendly and always have a smile upon arrival. If you visit Amsterdam this should be the first place on your list to visit. read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Selection of delicious cupcakes! - Cupcakes Near Me

The cupcakes look very cute, but I honestly did not like the taste of the frosting, and the cake itself was nothing to rave about in my opinion. It was nice that they have vegan options as well. Had the chocolate strawberry lava and vanilla sprinkles. Too pricey for what you receive in my opinion, and I suggest taking them to go as there is very small and basic seating. read more

Visited this place twice during a 3 day trip to Amsterdam. I wanted to visit a 3rd time, but the sugar police (my husband) cut me off. This place has a small variety of flavors, but who cares when they are all perfection. Moist cake with perfect frosting texture. I'll miss you Van Ness! read more

Best vegan cupcakes I've ever head! Their red velvets are insanely good and there is no difference (taste wise) from "Normal" cupcakes :-) very nice people working in the store too read more

Best cupcake I've found in Amsterdam. Moist cake, very fresh and delicious flavours!! Vanessa has it nailed! read more

Van Ness Cupcake - Stopped in during a Saturday afternoon walk. Best my fiancé and I have had in Amsterdam! Vanessa and her staff was super nice! - Cupcakes Near Me

This is a very small shop that is easy to miss if your not looking for it. Don't expect to sit down here it's more of a take away establishment. The cupcake I had was very moist and enjoyable. Don't forget to check in on Yelp, there was a special deal of the day. read more

Good cupcakes, but limited selection by midday. Go early and be prepared to try something you hadn't expected.

I bought two dozen cupcakes for my sisters birthday party (she turned 26 ;)) and everyone was AMAZED by the delicious cupcakes. So Vanessa definitely earned herself a very positive review! Go get these cupcakes!! read more

These are without a doubt the best cupcakes in the Netherlands! Coming from the U.S., our cupcake standard was set very high; we had some pretty disappointing cupcakes elsewhere in the Netherlands. So glad we found Van Ness...Vanessa's cupcakes are delicious - not too sweet, perfectly frosted, and the presentation is adorable. Her shop is also super clean. They're all delicious, but coconut and vanilla have been my favorites so far. Can't wait for our next trip to Van Ness! read more

This place is amazing! It's tiny and tucked away. They change their flavors every month (you can find each month's on their menu). The owner is friendly and such a good baker. These are to die for! I had the vanilla and hazelnut and words can not describe it. I can't recommend this place enough. But, do take note, they don't take cash! Card only. read more

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I buy their cupcakes almost every time I'm in the neighbourhood and every time they are delicious. I love how moist and sweet they are. The best thing about Van Ness is that they have a different menu every month with amazing new flavours. read more

The BEST cupcakes I have ever had in my whole entire life. I tried the peanut butter cookie and creams cupcake and it was absolutely divine! The peanut butter frosting was amazing! Oh and the cookies inside the cupcake were so good! I wish I found this place earlier on my trip to Amsterdam as I would have probably gone there everyday to try a new flavor. If you're visiting Amsterdam or even live there, go to this place immediately! You will not be disappointed! read more

I came into the shop considering buying one cupcake. She had samples of four of her cupcakes that were 1/4th of a cupcake themselves. This amazing cupcake was so amazing that I left with four. Every one I tried offered a new taste bud experience and I can't wait to sample them all. read more

I got two mini cupcakes. I ate one, it was stale. I ate the second one. Still stale. Solid taste if it were fresh it would be five stars.

Best service ever!! I desperately needed a cupcake for a birthday 40 minutes before opening time. They were friendly enough to open the door for me and totally made my day! My friend told me it was the best cupcake she ever had, definitely coming back soon to try them myself!! read more