Real Cake Baker

Special Thanks Again To Charlene! Sent in a last minute order and everything went PERFECT! Cake was delivered early and it came out absolutely amazing even though I sent the order in at the very last minute. Anytime I need a Cake I will be Ordering from them FOR SURE!

The sugar free cheesecake is divine!!! I had the sugar free keylime flavored cheesecake and it was incredible. Hard to believe there’s no sugar. Super light and just so creamy, the crust was delectable as well.
If you’re in need of sugar free, I highly recommend this bakery. they have one of the BEST selections of sugar free baked goods I’ve found in Los Angeles.
Their delivery free is also very minimal (very important in LA)

Here is a follow up review for this business to give context to my change of heart.
The end of my last review was not the end of my experience with the Real Cake Baker, and I am glad because it would have been a shame to have had (and promoted) such a negative opinion of an establishment willing to share something as delicious as my 7 up cake.
No one is free from making mistakes. Big business, small business, it doesn’t matter. The reason I favor small business — the ones that are passionate about their product — is because they are not just a business, but actual people; people that understand their customers are not just customers, but people themselves. After all the miscommunication that inspired my first review, I was contacted and amends were made to the situation.
By reaching out to me to correct a wrong, Charlene showed that she stands by her product and cares about customer satisfaction. I will definitely continue to support the Real Cake Baker.

CUSTOMER SERVICE CAN MAKE OR BREAK A BUSINESS (Ya heard?)
After having brunch with my girlfriends in LA, one of my friends wanted to stop and get cake from this bakery she’s seen a few times. We enter the bakery to a lack luster greeting. I see teeny tiny cake samples, so I asked for a sample (miss too cute) working behind the counter handed me a miniscule sample piece of cake, which was pretty tasty, I mostly tasted frosting. My friend wanted red velvet cake, they were out of that. Another woman walked in to buy a cake and they didn’t have cakes??? (Well, not full size cakes only slices…) Weird, I think a place that’s named «Real Cake Baker» would have ready made cakes, like maybe 2 or 3… just in case someone needs a cake on a Saturday for an event, ect… The staff acted angry that the customer wanted a whole cake. The customer walked out.
To make a long story short, my friend bought (2) slices of cake… Pineapple, and German Choco. she ended up leaving them at my house (lucky me… or not)
I tried the cake, and let me tell you. The cake was parched, my poor cake was thirsty! The frosting was good on both cakes, but I can’t eat dry cakes. It’s just not right. They need to add some extra eggs or something in those cake «slices». Or maybe I just got the (2) dry ones. There were some red velvet cupcakes in the back, when I asked if my friend could purchase those, she said… «those are for the homeless». Make sure you get the homeless some milk with those things.
Lastly, you can’t have a bad attitude and your cake be dry! Not a good combo.
I think people are getting tired of the bad/​stank attitude thing… it’s getting played.

Business contacted family after initial review and offered to comp us our next cake. Good follow up and customer service, would recommend this business as they seem to really care about their clients.

I was a little hesitant after reading the reviews but I needed a German chocolate cake for my mom asap.
The cake was delicious! When I called to order I wasn’t sure if I should proceed because the lady answered, said «hello» with out stating the name of the business, or greeting me like I would expect when calling a business, but she explained she was driving and would call me back to take my order.
She called back and was very nice.
I picked up my cake today and the young lady working in the shop was pleasant as well.
Everyone loved the cake and overall I would say I had a great experience with this business.

If I can I would give 3 n half star. At first I can’t get the decorations how I want and other thing is cake was Lil dry. Frosting was perfect but cake sponge was kinda dry (all my family feels the same). Costumer service ummm not satisfied. N more interesting fact is $ 20 extra (decoration) for 4 minions? PS m not saying this is my first n last time dealing with them but for sure I’ll think twice before I go there

A new discovery for us — my husband recently bought some lemon sour cream cupcakes for my birthday as a surprise and they were fantastic! Rich and tasty — if it were up to me I’d eat a bowl of that icing (sigh. I wish!).
My young son is enamored ith this place and was thrilled with the two lovely ladies that were at the front when they picked up the cupcakes. (Mommy they were so nice!).
Looking forward to coming back soon.

THE BEST DESSERTS EVER! I’ve been going to her since she was at the Crenshaw Mall Farmers Market, I try something new every time I go, always delicious! My favs are the caramel cake, the rum cake, the butter pecan caramel cheese cake, pralines, and the newest one I just tried White German Chocolate cake delicious, must must try!

Had the the Real Cake Baker’s signature dessert, the Butter Pecan Caramel cheesecake & it was amazing. It was rich and savory and the crust was like a dessert onto itself. No wonder it won the the $ 2,500.00 grand prize on KTLA. You gotta try it.

Amazing Bakery! I’ve never experienced such a versatile bake shop. I have not been disappointed with any of their selections. For my babies baptism, I ordered a Butter Pecan Caramel Cheesecake, Peach-​Strawberry Cobbler, and an Apple Cream Cheese Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. They were all great tasting. My whole family was very pleased with the desserts. My wife and Mother-​in-​law loved the loaf of Monkey Bread that the owner Charlene gave to us for free. I’ve been back to their shop three other times to try slices of their other items. This is definitely my favorite new bakery in Southern California and well worth the drive from Long Beach!
P.S…I’ve had nothing but exceptional customer service experiences with all the employees and the owner. Not only were they more than happy to assist me with my custom order, they also gave me other samples of desserts to try out. Three days after my order, Nadia from the Real Cake Baker made a follow up call to myself to make sure I was satisfied with my order. What more can you ask for from a locally owned business?

I have been a customer of The Real Cake Baker for over six years since she has been at the farmers market. I find her desserts amazing. As a former successful baker throughout Los Angeles, this is the spot for my single servings (well maybe 3 or 4… but who’s counting). She provides ample samples to make sure customers are happy before they make purchases; like a car salesmen, once you get in, you’re stuck :-). She’s the Yogurtland of bake goods. highly recommend this bakery.

I accidentally discovered these gem one day and fell in love. Her desserts are super unique and for the most part delicious. I love the cream cheese banana pudding more then life itself lol.
The reason I can not rate 4 stars or even 5 is exactly what the previous reviewer stated the customer service is not up to par. On more then one occasion I have had the opportunity to interact with the owner who seems less then interested to do so or give good customer service which is everything now of days.
With many options and people have less money no matter how delicious your desserts are, your interactions have to be a 10.
This is not an attack but a word of advise to help your business and community grow. So, please before you attack back remember I’m the consumer and our thoughts matter.
Also, your hours are crazy and always seem to be different then online. If you could adjust that it will give a better customer experience.
Unfortunately, I’m sad to say I haven’t been going as often as I use to cause you seem to close earlier and earlier and I can’t stand the whatever attitude has got to go. Hope you are able to turn things around and focus on your customers needs as much as your desserts.

Very delicious dessert eatery nestled in between Chase bank and a deli type shop. I’ve tried the Caramel Pecan cheesecake, Sweet potato pie, banana pudding, strawberry and something cobbler, pralines, caramel cake, red velvet brownie… whew! This is the good stuff. The service is really friendly and they get you with those samples, lol. I went in there to get cookies for my kids and walked away with two bags worth of goodies. The carrot pineapple sensation is divine! This is my new favorite dessert eatery and they share the spot with Sweet Red Peach!
My only critic was the caramel cake was very dense and a lil too dry for my liking. My 17 year old daughter had no qualms eating it up and I wish the cream. cheese frosting on the carrot cake was lighter and fluffier but to each their own. I have already been a second time and I will go again. Oh, I grabbed a sample of the brwad pudding for a friend and she LOVED it! I will have to try that next time as well as the sweet potato cheesecake. I wish they served coffee drinks to go along with their desserts… lol. Enjoy!

With black businesses struggling in this tough economy I have reservations about writing this review. If I don’t, someone else will so I will be the change I want to see.
I’ve supported this business a few times over the last 5 months hoping a change but no. 1^st, the young lady working the register needs an extensive class on customer service. Her attitude makes it seem as if she is forced to work there. She hardly answers questions & she isn’t friendly. I ordered a cake for a party & needed it back by a certain time. They were supposed to call me but somehow said my phone wasn’t working when they called?! They honestly forgot… & didn’t admit it. The last 2 cakes I bought were not from scratch. Straight out the box. When there is a cake from scratch… You will know the difference. So, with false advertising & unfriendly service… I won’t be back.

Wow! I have not been to the shop, but they came through for us in a jam. We called in on Saturday morning and the cake was ready to be picked up before closing. Saved our cookies! And, the cake was AWESOME! We ordered a half sheet carrot-​pineapple cake with cream cheese frosting with orange zest ($ 76). The cake was about 2″ thick and was densely filled with pineapple, carrot and raisin. It was SO moist. The cream cheese frosting was clearly fresh, and the orange zest was a delightful and fresh surprise. We also tasted the pineapple coconut cake which is OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! A super moist pineapple cake with pineapple filling and coconut frosting. Wowza. So delicious. I will definitely come again. :)

Walk in service-​Good /​Pre-​order service-​Not so Good.
This place is good for walking in and buying what is on the shelves. HOWEVER, if you want to place an order for later pick up, don’t count on it being ready on time. This wasn’t a one time fluke, it happened on TWO occasions.
My recommendation, patronize them if you are in the area and want a sweet treat. But never place a future order, especially if it is time sensitive.
FYI – I had to give away my last order to a friend, since it was not ready at designated pickup time for an office party.

Commenter Kristina B. is my cousin and yes, she is crazy! Lol!
As for «Real Cake Baker», I have been inside this bakery twice since it opened. The first time I went in, I got a tasty brownie. I recently just went in this week because my Mom sent me on a quest to get lemon bars. There were no lemon bars, but I did get me a slice of the «White German Chocolate Cake». First time I had ever had that and I thought it was delicious. Granted, I lucked up and came right as it was being sliced for sale, so it was still slightly warm… and did I mention, delicious?!
This bakery also has a good amount of gluten free products so I have sent people there who are intolerant to gluten. I have also been to Southern Girls Bakery and have heard their employees recommend «Real Cake Baker» when gluten intolerant people come in, as they do not have gluten free products on their menu.
I recommend this bakery to anyone who wants a tasty treat, at a reasonable price, with very friendly service.

This is one of my FAVORITE bakeries of all time. The caramel pecan cheesecake is to die for. I have been indulging in these tasty treats since she was only in the farmers market and am now ECSTATIC that there is a store that I can go to whenever I want. I just stopped by today to order a cheesecake for my birthday and I ended up getting a salted caramel cheesecake cupcake. It was a little cup of heaven.
I love this place.
PS — That dude that is «advertising» for Sweet Red Peach must have burned and permanently damaged his taste buds as a child, because SRP is not good at all. No taste, hard and dry like cardboard is more like it. Yuck. I have a voucher to use for there, but it isnt worth the gas. Maybe I should mail it to that guy. LOL!

My sisters, my mother and I are faithful fans of this bakery. We discovered this diamond in the Crenshaw Plaza’s farmer’s market on Saturdays and it has been a whirlwind since then. We would visit her every Saturday to buy tea cakes, brittle, brownies, cupcakes, cheesecake. Our favorite is her award winning Butter Pecan Caramel Cheesecake.
About a week ago I visited the bakery and purchased two of her Butter Pecan cake cupcakes and they were amazing!!! I am not a dessert eater, but her goodies are sooooo good.