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Name: Molly’s Cupcakes
Address: 2536 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60614
Telephone: (773) 883-7220
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.34

Molly’s Cupcakes

2536 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60614

(773) 883-7220
Store is closed

Molly’s Cupcakes Menu

Assorted Cupcakes

12 Assorted Minis

12 Assorted Molly's

12 Assorted Centerfilled

Assortment of 6 Mollys & 6 Centerfilled

12 Assorted Minis

12 Assorted Molly's

12 Assorted Centerfilled

Assortment of 6 Mollys & 6 Centerfilled
Center Filled Cupcakes

Chocolate and Peanut Butter (The Ron Bennington)

Cookie Monster

Cake Batter

White Chocolate Raspberry

Chocolate Mousse

Cookies-N-Cream

Salted Caramel Butterscotch

Peach Cobbler *requires refrigeration

Creme Brulee *requires refrigeration

Blueberry Cheesecake *requires refrigeration

Flourless Molten Chocolate *Gluten-Friendly

Peanut Butter Nutella

Boston Cream

Chocolate Raspberry

German Chocolate

Malted Marble

Samoa

Chocolate and Peanut Butter (The Ron Bennington)

Cookie Monster

Cake Batter

White Chocolate Raspberry

Chocolate Mousse

Cookies-N-Cream

Salted Caramel Butterscotch

Peach Cobbler *requires refrigeration

Creme Brulee *requires refrigeration

Blueberry Cheesecake *requires refrigeration

Flourless Molten Chocolate *Gluten-Friendly

Peanut Butter Nutella

Boston Cream

Chocolate Raspberry

German Chocolate

Malted Marble

Samoa
Classic Cupcakes

Vanilla Cupcake

Chocolate Cupcake

Red Velvet Cupcake

Carrot Cupcake

Banana Cupcake

Vanilla Cupcake

Chocolate Cupcake

Red Velvet Cupcake

Carrot Cupcake

Banana Cupcake
Cookies

Chocolate Chip

Ginger Molasses

Peanut Butter

Oatmeal Raisin

Sugar Sprinkle

Chocolate Sea Salt

Chocolate Chip

Ginger Molasses

Peanut Butter

Oatmeal Raisin

Sugar Sprinkle

Chocolate Sea Salt
Bars

Brownies

Seven Layer Bar

Krispie Treats

Brownies

Seven Layer Bar

Krispie Treats
Beverages

Soda

Milk

Bottled Water

Iced Tea

Soda

Milk

Bottled Water

Iced Tea
Festive Add-Ons

Happy Birthday Plastic Toothpick

Candle

Note Card

Happy Birthday Plastic Toothpick

Candle

Note Card
Valentine's Day - Available Tues. 2/12 - Sat. 2/16

Valentine's Box of 4

Vanilla Cake Bite

Chocolate Cake Bite

Red Velvet Cake Bite

4 Assorted Cake Bites

Valentine's Box of 4

Vanilla Cake Bite

Chocolate Cake Bite

Red Velvet Cake Bite

4 Assorted Cake Bites
Cheesecake

Classic Cheesecake

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Cherry Cheesecake

Classic Cheesecake

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Cherry Cheesecake

Healthy Meal suggestions for Molly’s Cupcakes

Assorted Cupcakes

12 Assorted Minis [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 Assorted Molly's [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 Assorted Centerfilled [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assortment of 6 Mollys & 6 Centerfilled [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 Assorted Minis [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 Assorted Molly's [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 Assorted Centerfilled [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assortment of 6 Mollys & 6 Centerfilled [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Center Filled Cupcakes

Chocolate and Peanut Butter (The Ron Bennington) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cookie Monster [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cake Batter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

White Chocolate Raspberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Mousse [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cookies-N-Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salted Caramel Butterscotch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peach Cobbler *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creme Brulee *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Cheesecake *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Flourless Molten Chocolate *Gluten-Friendly [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Nutella [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boston Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Raspberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

German Chocolate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Malted Marble [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Samoa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate and Peanut Butter (The Ron Bennington) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cookie Monster [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cake Batter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

White Chocolate Raspberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Mousse [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cookies-N-Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salted Caramel Butterscotch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peach Cobbler *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creme Brulee *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Cheesecake *requires refrigeration [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Flourless Molten Chocolate *Gluten-Friendly [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Nutella [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boston Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Raspberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

German Chocolate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Malted Marble [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Samoa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Classic Cupcakes

Vanilla Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Velvet Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Carrot Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Banana Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Velvet Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Carrot Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Banana Cupcake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Cookies

Chocolate Chip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Molasses [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Oatmeal Raisin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sugar Sprinkle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sea Salt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Chip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Molasses [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Oatmeal Raisin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sugar Sprinkle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sea Salt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Bars

Brownies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seven Layer Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Krispie Treats [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brownies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seven Layer Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Krispie Treats [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Iced Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Iced Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Festive Add-Ons

Happy Birthday Plastic Toothpick [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Note Card [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Happy Birthday Plastic Toothpick [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Note Card [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Valentine's Day - Available Tues. 2/12 - Sat. 2/16

Valentine's Box of 4 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Velvet Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

4 Assorted Cake Bites [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Valentine's Box of 4 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Velvet Cake Bite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

4 Assorted Cake Bites [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Cheesecake

Classic Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cherry Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cherry Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Bamba B.

Im from Indiana and haven't found any cupcakes close to Molly's cupcake....Their cupcakes are moist ... Best cupcakes in Chicago! Love their peach cobbler and Ron Bennington!
(5)
Amy K.

Thought the cupcakes were decent, but the service was strange. A group of friends and I walked in, and seriously took a cab from downtown after Hot Doug's to get some of these and for the effort, it was disappointing. The cupcakes were VERY expensive, and the service was so forceful. We literally walked in and looked at the cupcake display to find out what the hell to order and they KEPT asking us when we were going to buy and how much of it. GIVE ME A FREAKIN SECOND, WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM? The cupcake people need to chill the fuck out, if a customer spends 20 seconds, reading over descriptions to make their decision, LEAVE THEM ALONE. I don't understand why management finds it unacceptable to give their customers a few minutes to decide on which product they will purchase and thus patronize their business. I bought two cupcakes, a Ron Bennington and a chocolate raspberry, they were good but the service left a bad taste in my mouth. It's meh.
(2)
Misty D.

Yummmm Sooo Good!! These are the best cupcakes I have ever had. I don't really care for the in dining experience, which is fine with me. I just grab my dessert to go! This place is worth going, and worth going again and again. My personal favorite is the birthday cake batter, but there hasn't been anything I have tried that I didn't enjoy. If you a in the neighborhood, stop by!!
(4)
Melissa A.

Molly's is one of my favorite cupcake shops to frequent in the Chicagoland area. I have a couple rules when it comes to cupcakes. 1) Thou shall be moist and un-crumbly 2) Thou shall be topped with a slightly sweet and fluffy frosting 3) Thou shall be orgasmic I'm not asking for too much, am I? And yet so many cupcake shops disappoint me...maybe I am too demanding (nah, who am I kidding, I just know what I like and don't like). There's nothing worse than a dry, boring cupcake and Molly's is anything but that. My favorites from here are the Ron Bennington (chocolate cupcake filled with peanut butter) and the cookies n cream cupcake. I think most of the cupcakes have some sort of filling which I am a big fan of. There also is the option of customizing your own cupcake but aint nobody got time for that. I'm paying for someone to create a unique cupcake, why would I want to have to think? Just kidding just kidding. Anywho, check out Molly's if you're in the area for dessert and you won't regret it! (Also, you can make a night out of this by going to Crisp for dinner beforehand. Bomb Korean chicken wings!)
(4)
Sarah V.

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." The same is true for cream cheese frosting. Molly's is on par with what I considered a great frosting. It's just sugary enough for the cream cheese flavor to still shine through. The actual cupcakes are always fresh and never dry. The red velvet doesn't stain your teeth AND you can add your own sprinkles! I know that "fancy" cupcakes are supposed to be expensive but considering I could bake a batch of cupcakes and make cream cheese frosting for the price of two Molly's cupcakes kind of bothers me. If you are already out that way it's definitely worth stopping by. The Red Velvet is the only classic I'd recommend, try a flavor that isn't so easy to make at home like their Cake Batter or the Peanut Butter Nutella.
(4)
Toni H.

A friend recommended that I try this place and I'm glad she did. I live in the suburbs, so I don't get out this way much, so I knew I was going to be buying a few. I took them to go as we had other things to do and wanted to eat them later. I did feel a little rushed, like I was in an assembly line that was at a constant flow. That being said, they are a well oiled machine and you can get in and out of there, quickly. Maybe, I was just excited because it was my first visit. The girl behind the counter made some recommendations, when I asked. I decided to get non traditional flavors because it just made sense to try the most out there cupcakes. I picked out 6 and I was so happy with them all. I think my favorite was the Key Lime cupcake. I know.. not that off the wall of a flavor, but I love Key Lime.. and this was excellent. All of the cupcakes have a filling in the center. We also really enjoyed the Cake Batter, Peanut Butter Nutella, The Ron Bennington, Cookies n Cream, Cookie Monster and the Chococcino (I think) They truly were all so good. Made me sad that I didn't buy more. I will be coming back here. I need to try a Peach Cobbler or a Blueberry Cheesecake.. and of course, get more Key Lime. They have ones you can create yourself, but I'll leave it to the expert to decide what goes good together. I really don't think you can go wrong any which way you decide. Cute place, streamlined service and yummy cupcakes! Winner!
(4)
Andrew N.

Originally, Molly's was not a part of my travel plans as it's pretty far uptown, but after some chiding from friends to check it out, I made the trip out here with my travel buddies. Really great cupcakes. I got a chocolate/peanut butter one whose name escapes me right now, but it was fantastic. Probably the best cupcake I've ever had. Well worth the journey!
(5)
Michele L.

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. I can't express how amazing, fresh, and delicious these cupcakes are! You can either customized a cupcake or try one of their gourmet cupcakes. Birthday Cake Batter and the Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e - need I say more. Actually, yes please one more....of each :) The place is super cute to where you can play board games or maybe just sit on the swing while you enjoy your cupcake. Thanks Molly for always being there for me.
(5)
Evie H.

Hands down best cupcakes in all of Chicago! This review is long overdue but I've had a fair amount of Molly's cupcakes and they are by far worthy of all the awards they've received. My absolute favorite is the peach cobbler! Note: It's best eaten right away as the whipped cream on top melts if you don't refrigerate it soon after. Another favorite is the chocolate chip cookie dough. But honestly, all their cupcakes are to die for. The cakes are super moist and melts in your mouth and the frosting is always a perfect compliment on whichever cake you get. The chocolate frosting tends to be richer and thicker while the non-chocolate ones are lighter and more whipped. For people with a bigger sweet tooth, the ron bennington and the peanut butter nutella should do the trick! A +++ is that many of the cupcakes have a core filling which only makes eating a cupcake that much more exciting and fun!! After having one of these, it'll be hard to go back to the regular non-core cupcakes...but fear not, they have those everyday too.
(5)
Marie D.

My kids and I love, love, love Molly's! We live an hour away but we always make a point to visit at least once a month. The only reason I gave them 4 stars is because they discontinued THE BEST CUPCAKE IN THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE (imho), the blueberry cheesecake cupcake!!! But that hasn't stopped us from continuing our family tradition of stopping by monthly to appease our Molly's craving. We had the creme brulee, cake batter and cookie monster today, and they did not disappoint. But we still want them to bring back the blueberry cheesecake cupcake!!
(4)
Charlie C.

Holy moses, these cupcakes are delicious. I literally wake up in the night saying the name Molly- and my girlfriend knows its not another woman... but a cupcake. That being said, go there, and have a cupcake. Who doesn't like a taste of extasy nirvana joy, filled with nutella and topped with gnash?
(5)
D J.

I've been going to Molly's for quite some time now (not sure why I'm just now writing this review...LOL) but hands down the best cupcakes in the city & surrounding areas. I've probably had everything in the place & have never been disappointed. We used to go just about every Friday...great music playing...great customer service...great treats...good coffee...cool atmosphere. This place is so amazing that the line would be out of the door sometimes but totally worth the small wait. I have a cool Molly's t-shirt! That's how much I love this place, YES, I have a t-shirt. I can't wait to visit the one in NY.
(5)
Xiangyi Z.

The Ron Bennington is soooooo good! I'm such a huge fan of chocolate, and this is the best chocolate cupcake ever!!!!
(5)
Sacha F.

I've gotten coffee twice from them, both times it was 900 degrees and burnt. (I know I know, it's a cupcake place, don't get coffee at a cupcake place? Whatever) The cupcakes are decent. They offer a wide variety of flavors and fillings but most of them had a ridiculous amount of icing and I'm not sure if they make the fillingd/icing in house but it tastes very processed. It's a little much. This is coming from someone that eats pretty cleanly so take that in mind. Other than that, cucapkes are 3.75 each and they do not jip you. They are heavy and filling. I've tried the strawberry shortcake and the peanutbutter chocolate. Cute shop layout. They have swings as seats in one section.
(3)
Kira W.

We come here when we come to Chicago because it's a cute little date place. When you walk in there are swings on the left at the bar and tables around for eating in. On the right is a display case with mini cupcakes and cupcakes for you to order from. I love how, when you look in the case, there are descriptions of the cupcakes. It does make it really hard to choose when you can read all the delicious ingredients, but if I'm really jonesin' for a flavor of something then it's really helpful since they usually have about 15 different cupcakes to choose from. We ended up ordering a Mint Cupcake and a Cake Batter. Both were perfectly moist and the mint was really unique. It was a chocolate cupcake filled with peppermint flavored filling, tasty frosting and candy cane pieces broken on top. For the cake batter, it was filled with cake batter flavored filling and blue buttercream frosting with sprinkles. If we lived nearby or weren't traveling a long time we would have ordered a four pack, but they wouldn't have survived our mission to Chicago for this time. They will also package them individually, but it will cost you extra. Can you say party favors or gifts? The other thing to keep in mind is that they also have a coffee bar. Latte and a cupcake? Yes, please. Molly's, we'll be back.
(4)
Erin M.

Cupcakes usually aren't my go to dessert because I don't love frosting but Molly's makes the best cupcakes I've ever had!!! The frostings I've tried are either light or fudgy and their fillings add a nice way to break up the cake (and are super delicious). Plus, the owner gave me 4 free cupcakes at my first visit- best customer service ever!!!
(5)
Jialing L.

Cupcakes!! Definitely well known in Chicago for a reason. They have so many choices that it's normal to spend awhile going back and forth between options. I ended up getting the cookie monster that had a mini chocolate chip cookie and top and cookie dough in the center. Definitely worth the price. I also ordered a chai tea latte and it was extremely well made. Just the right amount of chai. The prices are a little high but what do you expect from a gourmet cupcake place. Will be back to try some of the options but that's also my major issue with dessert places. So many options and you can only try one or two at a time. Well worth a visit, especially if you're in the neighborhood!
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Rowena N.

What is Sprinkles again? I heard about this place from my favorite Yelper (Jeannie), when I told her I was going to visit the windy city on a semi-spontaneous trip. I was told I must come here. So many cupcakes I couldn't decide. After gawking at the display case for like 5 minutes, I settled on a key lime custard cupcake with a hot chai. Chai was on point. Perfectly spiced with just right amount of milk and not too much foam. I was told the key lime cupcake was available for just a limited amount of time. As a noob, I didn't realize it had custard inside the cupcake so I was a bit hesitant at first. When I took a bite into this green beauty, heaven was ringing its bells (in my mouth). The cupcake was perfectly sweetened, the lemon custard/filling added the right amount of moisture, and the frosting was airy and light. It was like I ate a slice of key lime pie without the extreme buttery crust and guilt. I will be back to try the creme brÃ»lÃ©e and the blueberry cheesecake cupcakes--was eyeing those bad boys from my seat. Sprinkles can't touch this!
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Cristina C.

OMG!! there cupcakes are amazing!! the fillings are amazing. The cupcakes are sooo moist. They are not too sweet and it's definitely a good portion. My friend and I got 3 cupcakes total and it was the perfect amount to fill our stomach. I am ALWAYS going to come back here :)
(4)
Yanyao N.

Hands down my favorite cupcakery in the city. I started my love affair several years ago with the red velvet cream cheese (still a great, solid staple) and have moved on to naming Molly's Cake Batter cupcake my all-time favorite. Seriously, that blue frosting, those sprinkles, that ooey cake batter center. I may pass out on my keyboard right now. Last night, I was in the area and needed a little CBC action (that's Cake Batter cupcake, duh) and ended up leaving with 4. The OG Red Velvet Cream Cheese, a vanilla-vanilla, a CBC, aaaaaaaand what seems to be a seasonal one: the Pecan Pie Cupcake - vanilla pecan cake, center-filled with pecan pie filling (!!!), topped with brown sugar buttercream and a candied pecan. Ridiculous. The folks in here are really nice. I stopped in at 8am a few months ago to leave with 2 dozen cupcakes on the spot and the girls working there were as gracious as ever. Each cupcake was immaculate (love those sprinkles!) and delicious.
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Becca F.

Know these two things: 1) I love cupcakes and visit bakeries on the regular to enjoy them. 2) I am rarely satisfied by any dessert unless chocolate is a main ingredient. Molly's coconut castaway cupcake was the best cupcake I have had in a long time (and I've indulged at Magnolia, Sprinkles and Bittners in WI in the last month). Molly's cupcakes blew Magnolia out of the water. Sprinkles are pure and good but if you want a little more adventure in your dessert, hit up Molly's.
(5)
Yuan C.

This is every cupcake lover's heaven! I came here a few weeks ago and have not stopped thinking about it. I'd move to Chicago just for these delicious cupcakes. No joke. I got the crÃ¨me brÃ»lÃ©e and butterscotch cupcakes. OMG HOLY COW SO ORGASMIC. The crÃ¨me brÃ»lÃ©e cupcake has a glazed top with a creamy center. MmMmmm.. The butterscotch cupcake has crunchy bits of toffee on the frosting, with a frosted center! What?! Yupp. Nothing beats a surprise in the middle :) Service was great and the shop was super cute! Wait for me, Molly's Cupcakes, I'm coming back for you.
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Hemanshu B.

A friend of mine ordered these and I saw her the other day. She gave me one to cheer me up after my grandmother died. I had I believe some peanut butter or butterscotch filled cupcake that was chocolate cupcake. It was the most amazing cupcake I had ever eaten! My mouth is still watering! I got these again recently which was 3 years after I originally ate them. Yum!!
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Hayley S.

LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. This was my second time to Molly's and wowwwww. Love it. So amazing. Shared a Cookie Monster with my friend and ahhhhhhheaven. I'm not a huge frosting person but that doesn't matter here. These cupcakes are sheer perfection. Also, finish off your cupcake with an Iced Chai Latte. Perfectly spicy.
(5)
Jessica C.

Sorry Molly, I'm not a huge fan of yours.. I tried the creme brulee and blueberry cheesecake. Both were okay, they weren't bad but they weren't amazing either. In retrospect, I should've tried their red velvet because that's what everyone is raving about on Yelp! They have four (used to be 5 but one was broken) swings at the bar. They look fun, but they're actually kind of uncomfortable to sit on. They're also anchored into the ground. No swinging allowed.
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Amanda C.

I'm giving this place five stars even though I think its nuts I pay so much for a cupcake. They're worth it. I go out of my way after work to come here. I'm obsessed and you should be too. Never had a thing-coffee, cupcake or other treat that wasn't super fresh. Also, the staff are always upbeat. If they learned in training to keep their problems at the door, they do a fantastic job making Molly's seem like their dream job and that they have no cares in the world. Everyone working there adds to the positive atmosphere. I love Mollys and am sorry I didn't write a review sooner.
(5)
Cora K.

Simple, delicious, and inexpensive. I had the cream brulÃ© which was very good. Also tried the cookie which was also very yummy :)
(5)
Joann H.

Ok, I needed to give this place another try due to my BFF showcasing a peach cobbler cupcake on FB that looked amazing. So I went there tonight with my husband who also accompanied me back in 2010. First and foremost, the shop at night: LOUD LOUD LOUD....thought I was at a club. But I can see it being a stop for tourists and having a good time. Whateves. Its alright to yell for your requests. When we arrived home, I took a fork to sample bites of each cupcake. Just like the judges do on Cupcake Wars. Fancy schmancy eh? ...not really. I just wanted to taste all of them without looking like a moo moo ..LOL ) Cupcakes: 1. Ron Bennington (RB): Decadence in a cupcake. It was a very rich, chocolaty, and moist cupcake. Very yummy. Not so cool: falling apart while consuming. 2. Butterscotch Caramel : DELICIOUS yellow cake with butterscotch filling, buttercream frosting and caramel drizzle. Moist cake and very light cake. Stood up better than that RB upon consuming. 3. Molten Chocolate: OK. Rich and dense chocolate cake. Very crumbly but very moist with a ganache topping. I could take it or leave it. 4. Cookies and cream: My son was in heaven, he said it was delicious. It collapsed quickly upon taking the wrapper off of it but didn't matter, my son was in fine with that. 5. Chocolate decadence: This was my hubby's choice. No sharing involved. Chocolate cake with a choc. mouse filling and chocolate frosting. He enjoyed it. It too collapsed upon stripping away the wrapper. IN essence, I enjoyed the tastes of each of these cupcakes. WOW ....4 years from being away from Molly's was really worth it. Sadly, tonight the establishment was being monopolized by a group of pretentious brawds deciding on their order, chatting it up in front of the darn display counter with no regard to the other customers. I finally had to say "EXCUSE ME LADIES!" while trying to get through. Funny, it made me want to punch em in the throats.....but that would not be lady like, nor did I want to enjoy my cupcake in handcuffs had I done so. HAHAHAHHA OK Molly's won me with these cupcakes. Go see them and try their stuff.
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Norm J.

Molly's has the best cupcakes I have ever had. If you can only visit one cupcake place in Chicago, make it Molly's. The variety and creativity of the cupcakes puts Molly's at the top of the C.C.C (Chicago Cupcake Club ~ I made that up ha). Plus they staff is very friendly and helpful, especially to those holding up the line because they cannot figure out which cupcake to purchase. Lastly, they have games, even Connect Four, for you to play while you stuff your face with one or two cupcakes. I recommend: - Cake Batter - Blueberry Cheesecake - Peach Cobbler - Cookee Monster (that's how they spell cookee not me)
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Daniella C.

I like Molly's Cupcakes because it's a nice, funky bakery. I really like the cupcakes. I would recommend the Chocolate Raspberry cupcake. I would definitely come back.
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Nina H.

The Ron Bennington cupcake is my favorite! I would drive miles out my way just to eat cupcakes here! They're so delicious. The Ron Bennington for your nubes out there is basically a chocolate cupcake filled with a peanut butter center topped with chocolate ganache and crispy toffee topping. YUM! They make this cupcake in cake form if you want a bigger portion! The shop is quaint and cute and there is ample seating. They have these really cute chained swing seats that add to the decor. Great place for yummy cupcakes
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Brad W.

Fantastic! I picked up a dozen while I was in town & brought them back to South Dakota. The Ron Bennington is amazing. I also really liked the key lime & the cake batter. Family members also said the cookie monster & cookies & cream were excellent as well. Definitely will visit again next time I'm in Chicago.
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Minh C.

I like the make your own cupcake feature of Molly's, and also the availability of mini-cupcakes to satisfy the craving without overindulgence (especially for someone doing a cupcake crawl)! Not sure if it fits in with the owner's vision, but would like to see more adventurous / unique cupcake flavors beyond the traditional sweets.
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Van T.

We made a slight detour on our way to the Lincoln Park Zoo to try this place out. I have to say these cupcakes did not disappoint at all. The cake portion tasted like pure butter, so rich and good. A very nice contrast to the light and fluffy frostings. I honestly could not decide which cupcake was my favorite. 1. Peach Cobbler - as aforementioned the cake tasted like butter, the filling of peach/syrup was not overly sweet, it worked perfectly with the almost savoriness of the cake. The frosting was the perfect amount of sweetnes for the cupcake, just sweet enough to complement the tartness of the peach, but not overly sweet that it overpowered all the other flavors (this is coming from someone that usally wipes off at least half of their frosting from a cupcake) 2. Creme Brule - I must admit I am a creme brule slut, so why not combine two of my favorite things into one perfect goodie. The Brule was perdectly torched, not overly burnt. Again, a nicely balanced cupcake, not overly sweet, just right. Even though I have recently jumped on the macaron craze in place of cupcakes, I think this place has converted me back to a cupcake addict.
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Ann H.

i, like many others, was swept up in the cupcake craze that overtook america, but mainly because they are so darn cute. despite trying almost every cupcake place i've encountered, i've really only found 2 places to rave about (little red hen in nyc + mmm cupcakes in houston which has unfortunately closed). although molly's cupcakes are above average, and are clearly a different breed than your typical grocery store cupcake, i wasn't impressed at all. got 4 cupcakes here for ~$16 so they're definitely on the pricey side. for that price, i expect quality cupcakes! stuff i can't just make myself at home! molly's was good but i don't think the prices were justified... here are my thoughts on the ones my hubs and i picked up - - - RED VELVET | | this might have been more of a winner with a cream cheese frosting but the hubs ordered it with buttercream and it was just ehhh. there was no actual filling.... the middle of the cupcake was a disappointing hollow cave, a dark abyss of nothingness -- so SAD. the french buttercream was on the greasy-tasting side, which can usually be leveled out with a touch more sugar. it's all about that balance! for a cupcake that won best of chicago, this was highly disappointing. CREME BRULEE | out of the four, this was probably my favorite, but it was just good, not outstanding or too memorable. it was a neat concept with the top of the cupcake torched like traditional creme brulee + a custard filling. RON BENNINGTON | this chocolate cupcake + pb filling was superrrr rich. i was warned that molly's cupcakes were rich, but this was a little much. the flavors were so strong they competed more so than they meshed together. PEANUT BUTTER NUTELLA | i am a nutella fanatic so this was a must-buy. however, i am always slightly disappointed when bakeries use loads of nutella in its pure form. i always feel like it's more creative to transform the nutella into something else, whether it's a mousse or frosting, or if it's baked into some sort of cake. here, the cake part was supposedly pb-flavored, although it was kinda on the light side. and then the inside was just straight up nutella. soo yeah, just okay. if you're in chicago (or nyc/iowa city), i guess you can stop by molly's just to say you've been, but maybe just grab one cupcake and don't go overboard like i did, bc i don't know that they're that worth it. i will say that the swings inside are superrr awesome. what a cool concept to sit on a swing and have a cupcake at the bar. way cute!
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Anh N.

I'm not typically a cupcake fan, but I'm definitely a loyal customer of Molly's. Their cupcakes are more like cakes than cupcakes because of the filling and the whipped topping on some of them. When it comes to dessert, I love things that are not too sweet and have a good balance between flavors and textures, so if you're like me...check the recommendations below: - Peach Cobbler cupcake - it's light and refreshing with whipped topping and the cobbler inside. - Eclair - love the custard, it's the perfect balance and not too sweet - Creme Brulee cupcake - my favorite here, the cake is moist and the custard is the same one they have in the Eclair. - Turtle cheesecake - what's not to like?
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Brian M.

So I have to be honest with you here, I would have never known about Molly's if it wasn't for Ron & Fez, of the Opie & Anthony Channel on Sirius XM. I have been a long time fan of O&A and occasional listener to Ron & Fez. However even as an occasional listener of Ron & Fez, I still know then Ron Bennington of Ron & Fez has his own cupcake at Molly's Cupcakes in both Chicago & New York. The cupcake is made with a combination of peanut butter, butterscotch and chocolate, and apparently is one of the best selling cupcakes at Molly's. Now with that being said, that was my entire reason for wanting to go, however my good friend Lyle "Chip" Chipperson suggested that I try the Chocolate Crunch Cupcake, which is one of the center filled cupcakes. Unlike most of the other times when Chip is horribly wrong this time, I said Homerun Chipperson! The cupcake was amazing, the cake was very soft with a sweet icing and great center filling. Unlike some of the Cupcake places in Saint Louis, where we usually have a compromise at each place, this place managed to get everything right. First off this cupcake is the perfect size, not too big. In fact if you wanted to you could probably be a little naughty and try a second one! I will be back next time I am in Chicago, and this time I wont let Chip keep me from trying the Ron Bennington, I just wish they offered a Blueberry "The Stand Alone Fruit" Cupcake. Sorry Fezzy I couldn't resist that one. :-)
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S D.

Was in the area and wanted a sweet treat so I yelped and found this place. I got the Peach Cobbler cupcake, which was outstanding. I also got their signature Ron Bennington to eat the next day. It was also tasty but a little in the dry side (may have been better eaten right away?). Regardless I will be back and will recommend.
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Marina H.

I've tried many cupcake shops in the city, and Molly's is by far the best! Their red velvet, cookie dough and s'mores cupcakes are great! I wrote a blog post on my experience visiting the different cupcake shops around the city here: fromchicagowithlove.weebâ€¦
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Mina C.

Out of Towner Review* My sister and her bf insisted on this place and i can see why. Yummy! The have regular cupcakes and cupcakes filled with deliciousness. We got the Ron Bennington and cookie monster(?). Wish there was a location closer to dc.
(4)
Teresa C.

A sure stop for me whenever I am in the area. I would say that it's one of the best cupcake places in Chicago. I havent experienced terrible customer service like described below. The staff has always been friendly and patient with me even if I take forever to decide which cupcake to go with... It is one of my favorite hang out spot in the afternoon. They have swings here too AND board games. How cute is that!! I've tried probably every cupcake they have (minus the key lime cupcake I came across today. Yes, it will be on my bucket list). My favorite is the bluberry cheesecake!!
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Melissa T.

We booked Molly's Cupcakes to provide the cake and cupcakes for our August 2014 wedding at Gallery 1028. From the casual but fun tasting, to the now-frozen leftover cake we are still eating (yum!), Molly's was one of the best wedding decisions we made. We first worked with Megan, then Mary, and everything was handled beautifully and painlessly. We were able to provide a variety of cupcake flavors for our guests, and they made a simple but beautiful and delicious cutting cake for my groom and me. The guests are still raving about the cupcakes a month later. In regards to the cupcakes, the creme brÃ»lÃ©e is the best of the best! We were thrilled with the whole experience, thank you Molly's!
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Abina G.

Great cupcakes! They fly off the shelves like hotcakes. The flavors rotate, but they never get bad reviews. They always have vanilla and chocolate vegan cupcakes. The molten chocolate gluten free cupcake cannot be eaten in one sitting because it is so rich, but so delicious....Yum! The owner had a teacher who made cupcakes for her students. This bakery is a follows in her tradition. There are swings and lots of board games if you plan to get comfy and stay a while.
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Kelley T.

Great place! I was impressed by the quickness that the line moved. They also did a great job explaining that the second case were the same cupcakes just undecorated, I feel like that made the people in front of us move faster. A little pricey, but for the quality and taste I'd def go back! The creme brulee was AMAZING!
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Todd G.

I will have to say, I thought the cupcake trend was absolutely ridiculous until I ate here. Holy moly, do they make some interesting and delicious cupcakes here. Wow! You just have to try these!
(5)
Latoya L.

Molly's is absolutely Amazing!!! The peach cobbler cupcake was mind blowing. I wish I lived closerbest cupcakes ever!
(5)
Tamara P.

At 6 pm on a cold Sunday evening, I could not believe how packed this place was! My stand-by places for cupcakes weren't open on a Sunday night, but Molly's was & I gave them a try. I'm late in posting, but stopped in mid-October to pick up a couple dozen cupcakes as part of a Bday celebration. There was a good variety, but not a fabulous selection. Keep in mind, however, I was there on a Sunday night.... Not the most ideal time to be in search of fresh bakery items from a bakery, I'm sure! Along those lines, the staff were kind of cranky. I called to place my order ahead of time, since I needed 2 dozen and wanted to make sure they still had enough available. I was offered a blunt 'you just order when you get here and no, we're not out.' Mmmmnnn...ok. Although there were 4 people working the counter, I think I was fortunate enough to meet the same person when I got there. She wasn't very friendly and clearly annoyed with questions that were asked by me and those before me. Now for the good news! Cupcakes were wonderful! Super moist, delish frosting and not too rich. LOVED the swings at the counter - super cute. Pricey per cupcake, but not out of the Chicago norm. Because of their long hours & tasty treats, I could be back, but quality customer service would add a lot to the experience, in my opinion! And based on how busy they were, I want to believe my experience is not the norm...
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Grace F.

I visit Chicago at least once a year and my brother's been raving about this place for a couple of years now. I consider myself pretty current and thought the cupcake trend was dying down. I've also seen my fair share of overpriced, over-hyped, and trendy confections so I didn't care to eat just another cupcake. We arrived at Molly's where the line was kind of a jumble, but I felt like it made me anticipate when it was finally my turn to see what was behind the display case. We got 4 cupcakes: creme brulee, s'mores, and two molten chocolates. Pricing for filled cupcakes were like $3.75 and then regular cupcake prices vary by size. $20 for 4 cupcakes? Seems a little steep, but I couldn't wait on the drive home and ate my brother's the molten chocolate. I noticed on the sign that it had a flourless base, but you couldn't really tell. When it sunk in that each cupcake had a different filling, that's where I lost it. I bit into the molten chocolate ganache and was completely consumed by the chocolate flavor. It wasn't too sweet and it was just the right amount of chocolate. They top this cupcake with a whipped cream frosting that's supposed to curb the chocolate, but I ended up eating the cupcake upside down and foregoing the whipped topping all together. The next day (I don't have any control), I had the creme brulee cupcake. Creme brulee is my favorite dessert so I'd say I know my way around creme brulee. This cupcake was everything you'd think of when you think of creme brulee. It has a carmelized sugar top that stays crispy. The cupcake itself stayed firm and not soggy. And the best part was the custard middle. While my sister was at work, I ate her s'mores cupcake. (I know. Three cupcakes within 24 hours of each other. I have no shame.) By this time, I didn't think Molly's could make a good cupcake thrice over. I don't even like marshmallows, but this cupcake was also very delicious. So there you have it. I couldn't stop after one, two, but three cupcakes. I would've eaten that fourth molten chocolate if someone else hadn't already gotten to it. My reasoning was that I'd gladly pay $20 to replace those cupcakes I ate because they were just that good.
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Bernadette S.

I'm surprised I didn't write a review about this place when we lived in Chicago in 2013. This review is about one year late, but i want to assume that the business is still doing awesome! Cute decor inside. You can build your own cupake here, choosing the base, frosting and extra topping if you choose. They aren't too sweet and the the cake is always baked just right. We've made enough trips here to try all the flavors, including the seasonal ones. All are very good! The cookie monster, ron bennington, chocolate mousse, and the strawberry shortcake are our favorites. I found out recently that they were winners of the cupcakes wars on the Food Network! Great job!. It is located in the Lincoln Park area alongside other restaurants. Come by here for some dessert after lunch/dinner, snack or get it to go for later! Your stomach and mouth will thank you!
(4)
Kristen B.

Yes, more please! The Cookie Monster cupcake is by far the best! Staff are always friendly, clean faculty, but gets super packed. I'm glad they're expanding soon
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Jerry C.

I dont often spend 4-5$ on a cupcake, but when i do, I make sure its at Mollys. Its always a refreshing place to bring visiting friends to and I have never gotten a cupcake that I have not been wowed by. I really appreciate that these cupcakes are not just completely sweet top middle and bottom. Theres always some sort of perfect balance in flavors and in textures that come with the pairings. They are also always sufficiently moist but firm enough to enjoy without getting messy. Due to the popularity of Mollys and their quirky/ sometimes eclectic cupcake flavors, the line can and will build up while customers try to decide. The staff are generally very patient with customers that take longer ordering, which is nice. If you are being overwhelmed by the selection, I suggest asking one of the staff about their suggestions!
(4)
Connie Y.

My absolute FAVE cupcake place....'nuff said! Must haves: Ron Bennington, Pretzel, Peach Cobbler, Creme Brulee
(5)
Sonia B.

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE, Molly's Cupcakes! I wish I could rate this place 10 stars! All I can say is that my husband, friends and I went on our own cupcake tour of the city and Molly's was hands-down thee best cupcake establishment! If you want moist, fresh, and wonderfully flavored cupcakes...this is the place to go! They have a great variety of flavors so I think everyone will leave satisfied! I can NEVER go in and just get one. I have to get each of my favorites! The cake batter cupcake, chocolate decadence cupcake, and peach cobbler cupcake are my favs! The centers are filled with yummy gooeyness! I crave this place like nobody's business! If it's your first time going there...definitely step outside of the box and get something besides a plain chocolate/vanilla/red velvet cupcake. They have amazing options! The atmosphere is absolutely delightful! They have a swingset by the counter and a lovely vintage dÃ©cor. This place screams happy! Oh, and they have great beverages as well. If you're in the city, definitely check out Molly's...you won't be disappointed!
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Judy L.

Good cupcakes. A little too sweet for me but the icings are pretty good. I like the caramel crunch cupcake the best.
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Christina A.

Cupcakes are scrumptious! I had the peanut butter Nutella and the cookies and creme. I usually don't like frosting/cream on any kind of dessert but here it's so good I ate it. My peanut butter Nutella cupcake was hard compared to my other cupcake not as moist but still good. It's pricey for cupcakes but I'll be back to try some other ones!
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George J.

The cupcakes here are good at best and very over priced, $4 for a small cupcake, really?! First of all we stood at the counter ready to order while the girls saw us but finished their conversation first I didn't like that and I'm no diva. Second they never asked if we'd ever been there before or if we had any questions when we were looking all lost when we first walked in, so the service here is not good. We ordered 2 cupcakes and a hot chocolate, I personally didn't see anything "special" about these cupcakes. The hot chocolate wasn't very good and it was barely warm and the music is just wayyyyyy too loud. This place has a good cupcake that's different and it's worth giving it a try but not worth going out of your way for unless you're crazy about cupcakes.
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Aubrey C.

Could not be more disappointed. I have been here on a weekend with a line out the door and no breathing room. Completely uncomfortable situation for everyone. And, the cupcakes were overly sweet with no real flavor. I thought trying a Tuesday afternoon would make for a more pleasant experience. Fail again. Over priced. Under baked. Environment was fun, but the blasting music was obnoxious. No gluten free options because apparently a diverse clientele is of no concern to the Molly's team. Much prefer Swirlz.
(1)
James C.

Mollys cupcakes is an all around amazing place! A nice area, great atmosphere inside, and amazing cupcakes! I love all the different cupcakes to choose from. Great place for a date or just to add some happy calories to your diet. These cupcakes will make you smile
(4)
Brittney H.

Stopped here to get cupcakes for a co-worker for her birthday. First of all, they have late hours which was super convenient for me, and they took my order of a dozen last minute over the phone, only to be picked up an hour later. I bought an extra creme brulee cupcake while I was there, seriously the best I've ever had. The cream in the middle makes them moist without overdoing it. I'm not a huge fan of rich chocolates so tried a few of the batch I got for work and they were a little much for me, but I'm sure chocolate lovers would rejoice! I got to sample at least 5 and they were all delicious. The icing is super thick which isn't my favorite, but I'm sure others will love this. It's all a matter of taste. There are plenty of cupcake options without the icing.
(4)
K F.

Can the staff be any more disrespectful? They are terrible. It's also disgusting they use latex gloves instead of vinyl or nitrile. Highly allergic. Rude staff bit decent cupcakes.
(1)
Elyse L.

I should have known by the elbow to elbow crowd in here tonight that I was in for a treat. Holy crap is all I can say! Molly's wins for the most delectable cupcake EVER. First I tried the peanut butter nutella. I thought I was eating a peanut butter cookie! The cupcake crust was crunchy, the inside was soft like a freshly baked cookie, and the icing was as smooth and fluffy as whipped cream. I mean, seriously?! Mind blown. Which brings me to the pecan pie cupcake. My fellow southern girls will feel me on this one. It does not taste at all like a cupcake, I swear to you it is like eating an actual piece of pecan pie. It was glorious! Just divine. Keep doing what you do Molly's. I have no problem upping a jean size for ya!
(5)
Melanie T.

I love Molly's over Sprinkle's. Actually over anybody! My kids love it because they can customize their cupcakes and we can sit and play a board game or two. If ever in Chicago, stop here!
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Lina D.

I have an obsession with Molly's Cupcakes. It is to the point where if you don't like Molly's, I'm not sure if we can be friends... All joking aside, I absolutely swear by Molly's Cupcakes. I love cupcakes, and everywhere I travel, I seek out the little confections. These are not only the best ones I've had in Chicago, but anywhere I've been! I used to live in Hyde Park, and before I had a car, I almost shed a tear when I realized I lived one mile outside of their 10 mile delivery radius. Do I camp out in a closet a mile north a la Elaine Benes from Seinfeld? Since that didn't work out too well for her, I would make the long bus and train journey to Lincoln Park just for these fabulous little cupcakes. Now that I have a car, I circle and circle around the neighborhood looking parking just to go this bakery. Whenever my friends are visiting from out of town, I bring them here. If a friend of mine is having a bad day, I know one sure way to cheer him/her up! This cafe is decorated whimsically. Even though it's small, its filled with bright and cheery colors and have cute swing-seats by the bar. The employees are always bubbly, chatty, and friendly, even when the store is swamped with costumers. They serve Intelligentsia coffee here, so its a nice place to hang out for a quick afternoon sip and snack. And then there are those cupcakes. I think I have tried each and every one at this point, and my favorite changes periodically. In general, I prefer the cupcakes with filled centers. My current favorite is the butterscotch carmel, which is very buttery, fluffy, and not too sweet. Another favorite for when you've got a craving for not one, but two nut spreads is the peanut butter nutella. It has a peanut butter cake and frosting and is filled with rich nutella. A unique pick is the blueberry cheesecake (a cupcake filled with cheesecake?! The charming, sweet cousin of the turducken!) or the cake batter if you are a lover of more simple flavors. To be honest, you can't go wrong with any flavor, they are all wonderful! And with this review, I have professed my undying love! Molly's is a spot not to be missed! If you are a lover of cupcakes (or not even and need some convincing), you will not be disappointed when you come here! UPDATE: Just checked their website, and they deliver all over the city and suburbs (for a fee, of course). Don't fret if you are outside of the 10 mile radius!
(5)
Prajna A.

I believe this is the best cupcake place in chicago. It has ample of variety and its always moist and fresh any time of the day. N favorite cupcake here is the butterscotch caramel cupcake which is just too good !
(5)
Miss Kari P.

Although these cupcakes may be a tad expensive ($3.75), the toppings and creme inside make it worth it. Wouldn't you rather pay more for a high quality product? The best cupcake I have ever tasted in my life is the CHOCOLATE DECADENCE. Chocolate all around. I've never had a problem with of their desserts so whatever you get will be awesome.
(5)
Yen B.

Pretty good of a cup cake and they have lots of different varieties to choose from! I love all the chocolate flavor they're great but it's kinda too sweet for me but if you are a sweet tooth cravings then this is for you!!
(4)
Andrew G.

One Saturday when I was walking down Clark Street I decided to stop by Molly's Cupcakes since it was one of the very few bakeries I've managed to find in Chicago. It has kind of a tight interior with tables scattered all over, but that all said, it's more than easy enough to get to the glass counters with all the goodies inside. I wish it was a little less cluttered, but I guess I understand it's hard to fit so much in such a small space sometimes. In the glass display it seems like they always have a variety of filled and non-filled cupcakes you can get any day of the week, from basic flavors like your chocolate and vanilla to more fun flavors like marble chocolate cherry, creme brulee, Nutella, and more. During the one visit I went I I thought to try the Marble Chocolate Cherry cupcake which was a chocolate-vanilla marbled cake filled with a cherry compote topped with some sort of bizarre vanilla frosting. To tell you guys the truth, the experience wasn't all that pleasant. The cake was soft and well-cooked, but neither the chocolate or vanilla flavor stood out, leaving me confused for the flavor they were trying to go for. The cherry compote had a good texture and was definitely made from real cherries, but they hadn't been sweetened enough which meant it had this unsweetened jammy cherry flavor in your mouth which wasn't really palatable at all. The filling aside, the worst of the worst by far was the frosting. I don't know how they made it, but it tasted like it was some sort of combination of buttercream not made from real butter mixed with whipped up heavy cream. I don't know how to describe the flavor other than describing it as being "off". It was sweet, but it was also mildly sour like fruit or vegetables that have been left out too long. There was just this unpleasant chemically strange after taste that had me crying for a drink of water to wash it down with. I honestly don't think I'd stop by here again. It seems like they've got a bit of hype from being on TV, but with cupcakes like these I can't imagine how they won anything.
(2)
Sabrina C.

I love Molly's Cupcakes and have gone back numerous times! The drinks are good (and affordable), and the cupcakes are delicious and rich! Most recently, I ordered the peach cobbler, and loved every bite of it! The atmosphere is fun~ with swings you can sit on and also games you can play with friends at the tables. They have free sprinkles on the side you can add as well. So fun and colorful! Perfect for a fun hangout with friends!
(5)
J W.

I've tried the Cookie Monster, cookies and cream, and cake batter cupcakes from here. I liked the Cookie Monster, but the other two were only so-so. My main issue is that they put way too much frosting on their cupcakes for my taste. I prefer when the ratio of frosting to cake is balanced, or if there is light frosting. There is always a large crowd here, so if you are a cupcake fan and you enjoy frosting, you'll probably love this place.
(3)
Jenna W.

So delicious! The staff were friendly and quick and the cupcakes were packaged well for takeaway. Some really interesting flavors available as well we old favorites. I can see how they won't cupcakes wars!
(5)
Gretchen D.

Great place for dessert after Korean tacos at Del Seoul. Had the creme brulee and the cake batter. Both were excellent. Coffee was very good. The cupcakes are bit small for the price--but they do have yummy fillings. Atmosphere is a bit on the funky/quirky side.
(4)
Caitlin T.

I called to have a dozen cupcakes delivered to my friend for her birthday. I got a variety of classic and center filled. The good news: she LOVED the cupcakes, especially the cookie dough one. Said they were all completely delicious. So as far as cupcakes go, A+, fantastic product. The bad news: I have to say, ordering from them was a little off-putting. I called on a Sunday, mid day, for a Monday delivery. Originally I asked that the cupcakes be delivered to her office, but I found out about an hour after I made the order that she was taking the next day off. I called to change the address to her house (which is down the street from her office) and was told they don't normally change the address once the order is made. Uh, what? Why? If you offer delivery, that seems like a pretty easy thing to change. I'm pretty sure Dominos can do that. I can understand if I was calling about a same day delivery, but this was still the day before--I could even change my order with no charge up until 8pm that night, but I can't change the address? Additionally, you have to accept their delivery terms via text which are crazy intimidating and not at all customer friendly--they charge a waiting fee of $20 for every 15 minutes the driver has to spend waiting for the person you are delivering it to. On top of their normal $20 delivery fee. Also they are very clear that if something goes wrong and no one is there, the cupcakes are thrown out (unless you ok a place to leave them in advance). I realize they must do a high volume of business, so they can't really deal with late deliveries and no show recipients, but you get the feeling as a customer that they are doing you a favor. Overall, by my friend's reaction they make an awesome cupcake. From my experience, don't use their delivery service. It's a headache and from everything I've experienced if something goes wrong, they are definitely not going to be helpful about it. I'm glad my friend got a nice treat on her birthday, but it was too stressful a process for me to repeat.
(2)
Marilynn P.

Cupcakes- delicious. Service- wonderful. Swings at the counter- amazing. If I was rating it on the quality of the cupcakes and service alone it would get 5 stars- NO DOUBT! The only thing I wasnt in love with was the overall ambiance/feel. First of all, it's super small. But it didn't feel like a cozy place to sit down and eat my cupcake. The seats were uncomfortable, and the tables along the wall were an awkward size if you are with other people. My cousin and I went and we each ordered a cupcake and a drink, and it felt like the table couldn't fit our 2 plates and 2 cups. Plus I was I was freezing cold while I was in there! Normally these types of things dont bother me, but I just felt uncomfortable being in the space. I mean, I'd still come back for the cupcakes and treats. But I'd rather eat it in my car or at home.
(3)
Lindsay W.

You get 10 stars i my book! This place has amazing customer service! I do not live near by, nor have I eaten a Molly's Cupcake (I do not think). I called to place a same day delivery for a very special little guy and I was greeted by Annette and she was so helpful and did not have an issue with my delivery for today and was more than grateful for my order. I could believe how reasonably priced they are. She repeated my order and is even including a note. I really like how they text you the delivery rule too. I will definitely be using them again in the future for deliveries in that area! Thank you for saving the day!
(5)
Sarah I.

I am giving two stars for the staff. Zero for the cupcake. I had the nutella peanut butter cupcake. Maybe because it was a Sunday? I am not sure, but the cupcake was hard at the top and crumbly(not moist) at the bottom. It was pretty flavorless. I was so disappointed. I might go back and try just a plain chocolate cupcake, but I will not go out of my way to go back at 5 dollars a cupcake with tax and tip included.
(2)
Ashlee T.

YUMMY!!!! Beyond a huge fan of their Key Lime Pie cupcake!!! I recommend the salted butterscotch!!!
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Brittany M.

Best cupcakes ever. That beautiful wonderful cupcakey taste with a filling inside. ..perfection!
(5)
Christina M.

Ordered 2 dozen cupcakes for my birthday. They were amazing and delicious. Real crowd pleasers. Huge talking point. EVERYONE had some, and they had a gluten free option. Delicious. I definitely recommend it.
(5)
Ruby N.

I read alot of good reviews and was excited to try out the cupcakes but was disappointed by them. I tried the butterscotch cupcake and it tasted like a stick of butter, I also had the creme brulee and it tasted like boxed yellow cake with an average filling. My kids had Two of the chocolate cup cakes n didnt finish them because they said it gross. Not going back
(1)
Tara L.

Not my cup of tea. Seeing all these rave reviews got me excited, so when our friends suggested to meet up here for dessert, I couldn't wait to go. However, after the novelty of the store design wore off, my focus went straight to the cupcakes, and I have to say..I was underwhelmed. Maybe it was because we came pretty late (~9pm), and the offerings were limited, but the texture of the cake was off. Not moist, too sweet, and flavors very 1-dimensional, and not to mention...SMALL. For $4, the size certainly didn't make for it. If I'm going to be paying that much for each cupcake, if the size doesn't make up for it, then the flavors better be mind blowing. Our friends even commented that things weren't that great that night, and they have come numerous times, so it might have just been an off night. In any case, we probably won't be back here for dessert, as Chicago has far more options to satisfy your sweet tooth.
(2)
Nessa F.

The cupcakes are incredible, absolutely some of the best snacks I've had in Chicago. The frosting isn't overwhelmingly sweet and the cupcakes are always very moist.
(5)
Emily P.

If you're a cupcake fan, you'll love Molly's! My eyes always seem to twinkle a bit before stepping into Molly's Cupcakes. Their cupcakes are always moist & delicious. I'm usually not a fan of frosting, but Molly's knows how to do frosting right! My favorites include Blueberry Cheesecake, Ron Bennington, and Cookie Monster.
(4)
Rosalie S.

We shared a creme brulee and a Nutella peanut butter cupcake between four people. They were the best I've ever had! The cake was more dense than I expected and very moist. It was too sweet which is probably dangerous because I could have eaten so many more! The decorations inspired by the founder's story was cute as well :)
(5)
Angela Z.

Really creative flavors, fun atmosphere, great service. Though not the best cupcakes I've ever had, this place is still definitely worth checking out. The fruit cupcakes are probably my favorite, though I would recommend any of them.
(4)
Dan K.

I can't even describe the joy that Molly's cupcakes brings me. I am a Nanny in the neighborhood and if I am having a good day or a bad day I can always find an excuse to go eat a cupcake .. If I am having a bad day it makes me happy for about 6 to 8 bites. Not to mention the anticipation of eating the damn thing.... I highly recommend trying everything. . But start with what grabs you.. My favorite is the creme brulee. .. The key lime pie is awesome it has a graham cracker crusty buttery yummy bottom. . The peach cobbler is also great.. I will say I am not that impressed with the chocolate based cupcakes but who needs...Also the girls are incredibly hot, and amazingly skinny for working around such deliciousness. JUST SAYING.
(5)
Fannie L.

The cupcake and pastry flavors and ideas are quite creative. I do have a favorite. The mini french silk pie. But the prices for the size of the cupcakes seems to be a bit much. I do love their flavors and appreciate the creativity..5 stars for that. But the pricing and size brings it to a four
(4)
Sarah G.

I have now been to Chicago 3 times and visited here every time. I love cupcakes and these are, BY FAR, the best ever! They have filling inside, and the store is super cute (including board games and swing seats). Not too far from the Lincoln Zoo. If you love cupcakes, are in Chicago, and are still reading this... Read while you are in the car and GO GET A CUPCAKE!!! :-)
(5)
Nick B.

Briefly stopped here after a day at Lincoln Park Zoo. Out of the handful of cupcake chops I have tried in Chicago. Molly's is by far my favorite. The best selection of flavors is found here at Molly's. I always get the salted caramel and another flavor to try and split with company. Do yourself a favor and get a cupcake at Molly's
(5)
Inae J.

Creme Brulee: favorite cupcake in the world (and I've had a lot of cupcakes). The custard filling is of excellent quality and taste; the texture and flavor is just right, and complements the rest of the cupcake. The carmelized sugar surface of the cupcake also gives the crunchy texture as well as the rich sweetness that makes this cupcake just right. Lastly, the cake itself - it's moist, sweet, and fluffy. Because it's meant to be kept in a fridge, the cake doesn't dry out or harden, it's perfect. Peach Cobbler: second favorite cupcake in the world. The peach filling adds the perfect amount of fruitiness to this moist, soft cupcake. The whipped creme on top is light and melts in your mouth; it's not buttery or heavy, and gives the perfect touch of fluffy goodness. Get these two cupcakes - your life (and your definition of cupcake) will be forever enlightened.
(5)
Jennings G.

The cupcakes are wonderful but be sure to check your order in the store when you pick up an online order. They messed up on my wife's birthday cupcakes.
(3)
Kishoree B.

I hate buttercreme. I mean, I'm a pastry chef and I HATE buttercreme. But not anymore. Molly's frostings are ethereal- you can actually taste the flavor, rather than getting a mouthful of sickly sweet, gummy, pastry goo. And the cake is just as amazing! I've comparison-shopped cupcakes from coast to coast and this place does them justice. I even took a dozen home and froze them (they hold up really well). My only two complaints are that my daughter will never have the pleasure of tasting these goodies since she has a nut allergy (though I give them credit for being uber-clear on the subject). And secondly, I'd suggest straining the seeds out of the raspberry frosting- the texture suffers a bit otherwise.
(5)
Jason G.

It's a good thing I don't live close to this place, otherwise I'd have died of diabetes a long time ago. Everything here is AMAZING, and the employees and very kind. I live out in the northwest suburbs and still drive all the way here. Totally worth it. Prices read a little high, but you definitely get what you pay for.
(5)
April P.

I purchased 4 cupackes and took it as carryon for a 5 hour flight. I was not able to eat them until the next morning. I was afraid it would taste awful, but I was wrong. I tried a piece of each of the 4 and they were all delicious. Ron Benington- I love chocolate, so this was a perfect choice. I thought it wasn't too sweet, which made it even better! Peanut Butter Nutella- Probably my least favorite of the four, but this is great for PB lovers. Smores- I loved the flavors of each component- the graham crackers, chocolate, and the marshmallows. Cookie Dough- This one is just delicious. The filling is so good!
(4)
Paul C.

To say Molly's offers the best cupcakes in Chicago is quite the understatement. I mean when the food is so good, it's almost difficult to describe it into words without wanting to go buy a few because you're bound to eat one or two...or three before you get home. Seriously, buy a few. Buy a variety!
(5)
Michelle W.

Told the woman behind the counter that I was feeling something chocolatey and she gave me a few helpful recommendations about what the differences in their chocolate cupcakes and what she liked about each. I ended up going for the molten chocolate cupcake which was SO good but I was definitely eyeing a few of the others still. The chocolate cupcake was so moist and rich which went along perfectly with the creamy chocolate filling. I loved that the frosting was so smooth and not too sweet but my favorite part of the cupcake was definitely the chocolate shell on the top of the cupcake. All the parts of the cupcake came together so nicely and I was just super impressed! I really want to go back and try one of the fruity ones because they honestly all looked so good. I also just loved the cute little shop with the swing type seats and bright colored tables because it really added to the fun happy feeling I associate with cupcakes. Even though Molly's is a little out of the way and not a cheap cupcake, I definitely think it was worth it and know I'll be back soon!
(5)
Lisa H.

Went in to get an iced coffee, which this place didn't have. Got a subpar iced latte and a Rice Krispie treat. This $9 purchase apparently wasn't good enough though because the blonde girl behind the counter rudely and angrily asked me if I was getting cupcakes, as if I shouldn't be taking up space without a cupcake order. Apparently, they don't want even cupcake eaters lingering, as there is a 30 minute limit at the counter with a sign that warns they strictly enforce. They need to get over themselves.
(1)
Kass T.

Came here and they're cupcakes are AMAZING!! Cookie Monster is ridiculously good and so is their Choco-ccino! Ladies at the counter were sweet. We also had a chocolate chip cookie and that was so good too!!!!!
(5)
Janet M.

If you are a cupcake lover this is definitely one of the best in the city. They are very moist buttery and not to sweet they are perfect. And their frosting is the best you can totally taste the good quality ingredients they used. Keep up the good work mollys!!!
(5)
Audrey A.

Love this place. I've gone here a couple times now and had a taste of almost everything. Not sure if that's something to be particularly proud of. I swear I spread out my visits! Not sure if I have a favorite yet because everything I've had has been amazing. I have yet to build my own cupcake. I have a hard time choosing from their selection, much less choose the cake, frosting, and filling for myself. The inside is super cute and kitschy in a way. They have a stack of board games that you can play with friends if you feel inclined to do so. I haven't dined in so I can't say too much about the atmosphere. Definitely recommend this place if you're in Lincoln Park and looking for good cupcakes!
(5)
Aditi G.

Soooooooo yummy! The first time I came in here I had their mint cupcake (forget the exact name) but I'm a sucker for anything mint, and it was with chocolate cake so I was sold. The inside had a minty, creamy center, and the top had mint frosting with mint candy on it. So delicious and the most moist cake I've ever had! Friendly and fast service with an adorable decor inside. I'll definitely be back here!
(5)
Sarah F.

I have been to Molly's Cupcakes several times and have had great experiences each time! I'm not a big cupcake person, but their seven layer bar is delicious!! I often purchase cupcakes for my cake-loving family and I'm told they're amazing! The employees are always friendly and patient as I contemplate trying something new, but more often then not end up with the seven layer bar! They have long hours, so people with all different work schedules can get a chance to stop in so that's always a plus! Great desserts, great employees, fun environment, great time!!
(5)
Trevor M.

I have been here twice now and they have never given me a bad cupcake. I like the molten chocolate cupcake, and my girlfriend likes the eclair cupcake. They also have a nice selection of make your own cupcake. Also their mini cheesecakes look great. If you have time to eat one there try sitting on one of their 4 swings they have inside the restaurant. Makes you feel like a kid again.
(5)
Dev J.

Going to dream about the peach cobbler cupcake tonight. Mouth watering deliciousness. Enough said.
(5)
Hillary M.

My favorite cupcake in the city you ask? Ah yes, the CAKE BATTER CUPCAKE from Molly's Cupcakes. It looks innocent, like a fun blue frosted and sprinkled birthday cupcake. But it's so much more than that.... I am obsessed with this cupcake and it's literally the best in Chicago (but one other comes close, stay tuned for that review). So what makes this so good? Well for one, the yellow cake of the cupcake is funfetti cake and moist and delicious. Secondly, the buttercream blue frosting is the best I have ever had - not too sweet, so balanced and perfectly whipped. And then, the ringer: the cake batter center. Also not too sweet, it complements the frosting on top to create a flavorful explosion in your mouth. You will want another one. The only thing that's not amazing is that I can't afford a dozen of cake batter cupcakes at $35-$40 to bring to a party....but wish I could so I could spread the love of cake batter cupcakes, everywhere. Sadly, I buy just one and try to limit myself to less than one per month, lol. The scale probably appreciates that too...
(5)
Jennifer G.

Bleh. Tried 4 cupcakes and all 4 same problem. The frosting is terrible. It had very little flavor and seemed to be missing something, anything. They were slightly saved by the fillings but this was such a disappointing $4 a pop cupcake
(2)
Molly D.

Two words: filled cupcakes. There, I said it. These cupcakes are filled in the center with various things such as cookie dough, peanut butter, Nutella, mousse, chocolate, cake batter etc. They are decadent. You really can't go wrong at this place, they are all very good. My personal favorites are cake batter filled and cookie dough filled. As far as the atmosphere: Molly's is opened pretty late and has board games to play and techno music blasting in the background. This place is bumpin' and the servers are having fun, too. The unfortunate news- I live 2 blocks away from Molly's and I've have to stop myself from going too much so I don't gain 20 pounds.
(5)
Alethea B.

I would argue these are the best cupcakes in the Chicagoland area, or at least better than the ever famous, Sprinkles cupcakes. Molly's cupcakes are perfectly moist and rich, and also has interesting flavors or create your own cupcakes. My favorite is the molten chocolate! It can cure any chocolate craving. Yum.
(5)
Chris F.

Pure decadence!!!!! Creamy peanut butter nestled in the center of chocolately goodness. I ordered the Ron Bennington and the Nutella cupcakes. These cupcakes are pure delight!!!!!!!!!!!
(5)
Sarah J.

4 stars because the customer service we received wasn't the greatest. The person who took our order was rather snippy about picking an icing flavor and didn't offer up any recommendations or suggest what was traditionally used for this particular cupcake flavor. Other than that, the 'cakes and place were a nice treat. The swings at the counter are cool and make u feel like a kid (if eating a cupcake doesn't already do that for ya). Strawberry cupcake was great. Carrot cake cupcake was lacking walnuts that I expected to but still fine.
(4)
Caitlin B.

5 stars for the cupcakes, 3 stars for the ambience. I came here after having dinner at Del Seoul, because it was my fiance's birthday and I didn't have enough time to bake a delicious birthday treat for him. It was pretty crowded for 8:00 PM. Most of the tables were full, and there was a (short) line to purchase cupcakes. The ladies working were enthusiastically still frosting cupcakes, which leads me to believe that they stay busy all night long. When I'm thinking about it, though, I'd be very happy to get a cupcake after a night out, so I can understand why! I had the Ron Bennington, and the fiance made his own- yellow cake with chocolate frosting. I think he made the better pick, because the Ron Bennington was pretty intensely chocolatey, especially with the chocolate ganache, which I could have done without. To be clear, the cupcake was great, but I should have picked a different flavor because it was just too chocolatey for me! The seating leaves something to be desired. There's a number of two tops, but they were all taken, so we sat at a larger table, despite the sign stating we needed a minimum number of people to be there. No one said anything about it, and it was the only free table, but it made me feel a little guilty and somewhat unwelcome. I understand it's a popular place, but the sign assumes customers are selfish jerks... and most people aren't! We would have happily moved or shared if another party came in! I would come back for cupcakes, but given the atmosphere, I would take them to go.
(4)
Enrique R.

I love love Molly's cupcake! My first experience with it was back in 2012 when I first moved to Chicago and found it by accident while I was driving the street lost and hungry! When I first entered it was like heaven! The smell of fresh baked good made the panties drop. Ever since then I have been coming back to taste all of their tasty creations.
(5)
Mary B.

A friend and I went here tonight for a late night snack and a game of Scrabble (yes they have board games!). We ended up each having the filled cupcakes which are to die for! Additionally, the staff was playing great music and singing loud and dancing. Just a great atmosphere!! I'm not sure if it's bad or good that I live so close.....
(5)
Stefanie B.

Molly's is probably my favorite cupcake spot because their frosting is more whipped creamy than the usual buttercream. I cannot stand buttercream, it taste like cheap grocery store made cupcakes that are too sweet! But not here! They have such fun creations too LOVES IT!
(5)
Jaclyn W.

Atmosphere is cool. They are very friendly. You can play board games while you wait for your food or just to relax. I had three cupcakes. Cookie Monster which I did not like. It has cookie dough in the middle but I thought it was a little overpowering and just too much to eat. I also tried the peach cobbler cupcake which I really did enjoy it had like a cobbler or jelly in the middle and was delicious. The third cupcake I tried was called cake I thought it was pretty good it had some cream filling in the middle but it kind of reminded me more like a Pillsberry cake.
(4)
Sarah S.

Love Molly's! Their cupcakes are delicious and great for the price. Plus, they have a variety of unique flavors so that you can find your perfect cupcake, no matter what your dessert preferences. The filled cupcakes are particularly amazing. Some highlights: -Birthday Cake- this has a light yellow cake with a shot of cake batter in the middle. On the lighter side of their filled cupcakes and exactly like licking the batter from the bowl as a kid -Ron Bennington- very dense and rich chocolate with peanut butter. Get a glass of milk to wash it down -Peach Cobbler- tastes exactly like peach cobbler ala mode. Pairs great with a coffee.
(5)
Kristin M.

I am obsessed with Molly's cupcakes. It's a good thing I don't live closer, as I am sure I would be swinging by way more often than one should health-wise and $-wise. The cupcakes are the right amount of sweet and don't have so much frosting that it overpowers the cake. The flavors are also usually pretty balanced--for example, I recently veered from my usual red velvet and tried the peach cobbler. It was so light & fluffy & amazingly yummy. I sort of think of peach cobbler as an out-dated dessert, but in the form of a cupcake it felt modern and tasted oh so delicious. If you're a lover of cupcakes, sweet things, or food in general, you have to try Molly's. (The line moves pretty quickly--so don't let that deter you!)
(5)
JaeMin K.

My boyfriend and I got the Peach Cobbler and Tiramisu cupcakes. I'll be honest, the cupcakes are extremely delicious--super moist and well-made. They actually taste like slices of pie/cake. So I really have no complaints about the quality of the cupcakes themselves. However--warning: unpopular opinion ahead--there is no way I can justify the fact that each cupcake (which is pretty standard-sized, not much bigger than your average cupcake) is roughly $4 each. We bought two, so it came out to be ~$8. Paying an actual meal's worth of a price for two cupcakes is... a bit unsettling to me. But if money is not an issue for you and you can justify the ridiculous prices, then you would love these cupcakes.
(4)
Samantha O.

not that Molly's Cupcakes needs a review, but i'm a HUGE fan! I pretty much just come to Molly's for their cookie monster cupcake. They have the most delicious chocolate chip frosting, with chocolate chip cookie dough filling. ps: Molly's makes Birthday cakes, I actually got a cookie monster cake for my birthday! it was BEYOND yummy.
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Karla B.

I've had cupcakes on a one-off (or couple cupcakes basis) multiple times. Absolutely my favorite cupcake place in the city! Love the peach cupcake. Its super creamy with a fresh peach on top and fresh peach custard inside. Second favorite is the cookie monster which had cookie dough on the inside.
(5)
Eric S.

I had never been to Molly's before Friday night. Its a cute little shop with great cupcakes, lots of choices, and late hours. Place was packed when we walked in, but the line moved quickly. I got the Cookies and Cream cupcake and it was amazing! Loved the filling the most. I need to go back and try some other flavors soon.
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SeÃ±orita Rodrigue Z.

I first came to Mollys back in 2009, I was working at Childrens Memorial and was told there was a great cupcake place on clark. My coworkers and I made our way to Mollys and there was a line outside the bakery. I was not going to stand in line in the summer for a cupcake, no matter how good it was. We went to another cafe instead. The spark had been ignited and my curiosity would not get the best of me. I strategically planned my next attempt. I called and found out that the bakery is open late, so when I got off of work at 8pm, I headed over to them. Luckily it was a rainy friday night and there were a few people in the bakery. As I made my way to the cupcakes, my mouth nearly dropped. They had so many that I had to order one of each basic flavor. Then I saw the specials (which change all the time) and I had to have the peanutbutter frosting, red velvet and the oreo. By the time, I got to the register the woman asked how I wanted my regular cupcakes frosted. I mustve looked puzzled because she explained that the specials were as is, but the regular cupcakes, I could choose the frosting, so I told her, give me different kinds, as i explained that it was my first time here. She rang my order up, $32.00/dzn wow!!!! I paid, and then looked up at the prices lol. Go figure, this would be my splurge. I got home and i cut them all in quarter pieces n each day would try one slice of each cupcake. Yes, i did share with family. I was more fond of the buttercreme frosting. The red velvet, yellow cupcake with white or chocolate buttercreme frosting is so good. Its def not a place to go all the time, its perfect for a splurge or celebration. Years later, I am still fond of this place. So much that, now that I work at Rush, I always talk about this place. For staff parties, I bring Mollys and so when I returned to work, the surgeon celebrated my returning by bringing me back in style with MOLLYs cupcakes. Thanks Dr. Rashad!!!! Johnny (the founder of Mollys), thank you for being such a kind person and donating your cupcakes for our causes at the hospital. We are truly thankful for your big heart. Just so everyone knows, not one edible cupcake is ever thrown away. I love that swing by the register, and you can sit and have a cup of coffee at the counter or at the tables but I will tell you that it tends to be noisy and there arent many tables. Its really small in there. Parking is horrible on clark ave and most of the streets by deming need parking permits. Other than that, def check Mollys cupcakes out :)
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Daniel B.

We had a consultation and tasting with Emily who I can not say enough good things about. She was very polite and professional, answered all of our questions, and provided a tremendous experience. Of course, the cupcake were all delicious, interesting, and beautiful. We will continue to patronize Molly's for years to come.
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Crystal C.

Conveniently located on Clark near my hostel, I couldn't resist stopping by Molly's. Boy did it not disappoint! I'm a cupcake fan and occasionally shell out embarrassing amounts for the fancy little cakes. I strongly prefer cream cheese frosting to butter creme, but all of the pre-made (called centerfilled) cakes came with buttercream. You have the option to build your own, which is cool, and cream cheese is an option then. I, however, just had to have the blueberry cheesecake. Price was steep (a little over $4 with tax- sheesh!), but it was BOMB. I highly recommend you try it. Super moist cake, juicy blueberries, and delicious cheesecake bits.There are soo many options, though; the best idea is to come with friends and sample each other's. It's also very trendy and cute inside, with other options (coffee, tea, more desserts) and chargers. One star off just because the price is so steep and I wish there were some cream cheese frosting options among the centerfilled cupcakes. Enjoy, Yelpers!
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Angeline C.

Black Bear: (4/5) moist and chocolatey goodness paired with delicate blackberry filling and frosting Peach Cobbler: (5/5) incredible flavors resulting in a light and delicate cupcake! Creme Brulee: (3/5) was disappointed in this one; the only good part was the filling (which was really very good) Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cheesecake: (5/5) the filling and crust were AMAZING! And obviously, the chocolate caramel pecan topping was perfect (:
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Linda C.

This place is never a disappointment. Whenever I'm around the city, I always always go here and buy 4 cupcakes. This place is so cute with swing seats by the mirror. The cupcake is delicious and worth your money. My favorite is the crÃ¨me brÃ»lÃ©e and blueberry cheesecake. You must go!!
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Sandi S.

Definitely had this on my list of places to hit up during my visit to Chicago...boy am I glad I did! It's a cute bakery with plenty if seating, not crowded and there was no line when I showed up a weekday evening. It's in a really gorgeous neighborhood. I'm very jealous I don't live there. They had some board games that my friends and I enjoyed while eating our cupcakes and charging our phones :) I ordered 3 cupcakes: (1) blueberry cheesecake cupcake- AMAZING!! This blueberry cupcake is filled with cheesecake and topped with blueberries and some amazing graham cracker crust crumble. Damn, I love a blueberry cupcake that doesn't taste like a muffin...and the graham cracker crust crumbled on top added the perfect taste and texture. I ate this one right away since they said I had to refrigerate before eating. (2) Cookie Monster cupcake- YES!!! It's amazing as it looks and sounds! It's filled with chocolate chip cookie dough, and I love the chocolate chip bits in the batter because it adds texture and crunch. The frosting on top was really good too, light and whipped. (3) Ron Bennington cupcake (pb+butterfinger)- kinda disappointed with this one although I love both the individual flavors. It was very rich and chocolatey...when I got to the pb filling in the middle it made things a little better but still I couldn't finish it. It kind of bored me after a while :/ I couldn't taste the butterfinger too much and it lacked crunch, so that is probably why I lost interest. I think it would've been better if there were bigger butterfinger chunks, chocolate chips, or peanuts in the batter! I'll definitely be back for the first 2 cupcakes! Or maybe to try something new.
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Vicki L.

After reaching out to the store both via email and the phone numerous times I have come to do what I didn't want to have to do - and that is leave a scathing and disappointing review for Molly's in hopes that I might actually get at least a call back. I lived around the corner from Molly's for 5 years and my now fiance and I have stopped in many a night for their delicious cupcakes (they are great) and espresso after dinner for dessert or just because we liked the place so much. So when we got engaged in January I knew just where we would be getting dessert for our wedding - some place that had delicious food and also meant something to us through the years. Great idea, right? WRONG. We did have a decent tasting that got scheduled pretty much with ease after I requested it but since then I have heard NOTHING. I have emailed and called numerous times. All the calls have been answered with some version of "oh my gosh I am so sorry, this is unlike us" etc and then no one ever calls me back after promising to get answers or the right person. I guess they really don't need the business but beyond that I am just rather shocked as I have only ever had good service there and mainly I am disappointed as I really liked the idea of having them do our wedding - both out of deliciousness and a place dear to our hearts. Needless ti say Molly's will not be getting any sort of our business any longer. I usually can't stand when people review places on things that are out of the norm and are not applicable to the majority of people but I just feel like others need to know that if you want Molly's to handle anything more than your dessert for an evening I would not expect much out of them....like say an email or phone call back on booking a large order for your wedding. FAIL MOLLY'S, FAIL.
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Mike Q.

I love the cupcakes here they are unique and fresh! The customer service is great and the young girls that were behind the counter always explain to you what does the cupcake consist of what's in it and so forth! My favorite cupcake as the vanilla strawberry cupcake and the red velvet cupcake! My sisters love this place so looks like I'll be coming here more often and spending a lot of money on cupcakes
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Rod D.

I've gone far and wide and travelled all around looking for a great cupcake and continue to come back to Molly's. From their cake batter to the peach cobbler and topping it off with Chocolate decadence, I can't get enough. If you are ever in the Lincoln park area of Chicago, you have to stop by Molly's. Head to either Del Seoul or Aloha eats for a meal, Molly's cupcake for dessert and then to Lito's empanadas for a carry home snack ;)
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Taylor P.

Mmm! Cookie dough and cake batter are their standouts. I always get milk and sit on the swings!
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Jenna C.

I recently moved into an apartment literally around the corner from Molly's. Very dangerous. My daily food pyramid now includes a cupcake on top. If I'm having a bad day? Delicious cupcake for a pick-me-up. Celebrating good news? What better way to reward myself than with their red velvet & buttercream?! Friend is having a birthday? One cupcake for them, five for me. But really these cupcakes are so scrumptious, I don't think I need a reason at all. Time to find a gym nearby.
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Shaz K.

Best cupcakes in chi. I tried their cupcakes in NYC and was excited to find that they have a location here. Happy to see the swings here too. Ordered cake batter, peanut butter Nutella, Butterscotch caramel and chocolate decadence. My favorite was butterscotch caramel.
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Rebeca M.

Super cute, delicious .... Tried the peanut butter filled chocolate cupcake.. HEAVEN. Friends each got another flavor.. All were super yum.
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Taylor R.

There are very few things I love more in this world than good cupcakes, and this place delivers. At $3 per cupcake, it is perhaps pricey. However, I found that it was worth it for my Cake Batter cupcake. I love the vibe inside--you get to sit on swings while eating a cupcake! My inner 5-year-old (as well as my outer 23-year-old) was very pleased :)
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Ms T.

I really, really really enjoy the peach cobbler cupcake. The others I have tried such as the birthday batter, black bear, creme brulee- just okay. But the peach cobbler one is fantastics and worth stopping for.
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Peggah G.

A cupcake place open until midnight on the weekends? Awesome. Swing seats? Even better. Build your own cupcake? Unnnnnfff. I am a picky eater. I am even pickier when it comes to desserts (I don't like chocolate). Custom cupcakes are ideal for me. I got a vanilla cupcake, with buttercream frosting and topped with gummy bears. Gummy bears? For some reason I thought this was the coolest thing ever, and then I realized that I had been experimenting with twizzlers, licorice, and fruit rollups on top of cake/cupcakes a few years ago. I was still really happy to eat my sugary sweet! I think I'm alone on this, but I like just enough frosting to cover the cupcake. Every cupcake I've gotten from a store or bakery has about five times more frosting than I could ever want on a cupcake. I might try to ask for "lite frosting" next time, so I'm not spending ten seconds scraping off the excess. I didn't care too much for the buttercream, but with the gummy bears it was really great. The vanilla cupcake itself was perfectly cooked. I'm curious to try their other frostings. They had a lot of cool cupcake flavors, most of which I wouldn't eat because of my own pickiness (chocolate/whipped cream/dumb sensitive palate), and I didn't notice the sprinkle shakers until we left. I'm not fond of spending $3-4 dollars on a cupcake, when that's about how much it costs for me to make a batch on my own, but this place is really cute and the quality has been better than any other place I've tried!
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Andrea H.

Molly's Cupcakes = delicious cupcakes with a wide array of creative flavor combinations. The classic filled cupcakes are great, including Ron Bennington, Cake Batter, Chocolate Raspberry, and Blueberry Cheesecake. There's not really any I don't like (I've been a time, or two, or twenty...), but I'd say you could pass on the chocolate decadence and strawberry shortcake if you're looking to be impressed. My favorite seasonal options are the Pumpkin (to die for) and the snickers-themed one...can't remember the name. What some people don't realize is that the "build your own" non-filled cupcakes are delicious as well. Maybe even better than their famed counterparts! Red Velvet with brown butter frosting and Carrot Cake with cream cheese icing are probably my favorites. You can also get an assortment of mini-Molly's and try a few flavor combos instead!
(5)
Joe V.

Best cupcakes in Chicago hands down!! My favorite is the red velvet with cream cheese!!!
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Kelsea D.

Never disappointed. I love how there's almost always a sweet moist center. This place is gonna make me fat!
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Amanda S.

It may be a little bit too sweet for me. But I should say it is definitely delicious!
(5)
Jenny H.

My favorite cupcake shop in Chicago! I always feel a little anxious when I'm waiting in line because I feel rushed to order without having enough time to look at all the delicious cupcakes and pick my flavors. Though now that I have my favorites, it makes everything a lot easier! I love the creme brÃ»lÃ©e cupcake the best, and I've tried maybe 6-8 different flavors. Sometimes it's sold out, which makes me sad. Don't forget your Belly card! You can earn different rewards for visiting. By the way, for drinks, they charge extra for soy, which is not noted on the menu, and when you order your drinks, they ask "skim, whole, or soy?", which is slightly deceptive. But 50 cents extra isn't much to complain about compared to the 3.75 cupcakes! They have swing seats by the counter, and lots of tables and chairs, and extra stools that you can use if needed. There are a few games to play, like scrabble, connect 4, and hangman. There are so many delicious places to eat on this street, and Molly's is the perfect way to end a night of eating!
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Raiza S.

Mmmm yesss! I've been here several times, usually after Del Seoul or Aloha Eats because how can you not? There's several flavors to choose from so there's something for everyone. I've probably had 75% off their flavors. But, if I could pick my faves they'd be crÃ©me brÃ»lÃ©e & the peach cobbler! oh, & the blueberry cheesecake. It's decorated pretty cute. There's swings as seats & a sprinkle station, which I've never actually used because you don't need em on top of the already delicious cupcakes! They have vegan cupcakes now too? Awesome. They should really expand because it's always busy when I'm there.
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Sarah T.

Molly's Cupcakes are amazing. As if the 1000+ positive reviews doesn't scream that already. I saw Molly's Cupcakes win on Cupcake Wars, and thought, really? It's just a cupcake, how much better can Molly's be compared with the run of the mill cupcakes? Well, it turns out, really, really WAYYYY BETTER. Apple Pie Cupcake: The little apple pie crust on top was lovely and crispy, and the apple pie filling was so delicious and apple-y. I know this isn't very descriptive, but it was pretty much like eating an apple pie, but in cupcake form. CrÃ¨me Brulee Cupcake: In a word. Amazing. The top of the cupcake had this crusty sugar coating on top of it, which gave it this perfect crunch that complemented the creaminess of the topping. I have to say I am honestly blown away by Molly's Cupcakes. I have never had such innovative and delicious cupcakes before. All her cupcakes taste exactly like what they sound, and they're so good because there's such a perfect balance of cake and filling, flavor and texture. If you've never been impressed by a cupcake, try Molly's, I promise you won't be disappointed.
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Danielle S.

My favorite cupcake destination in Chicago, and I've tried them all (almost). Molly's is a cute cupcake shop without trying to hard to be cute (Take a note Sweet Mandy B's). They have board games, great cupcakes, and they brew Intelligentsia coffee, which is an added plus. My favorite cupcake is the Cookie Monster, because who doesn't love cookie dough?! They have an energetic/fun staff, and they always seem to be having a great time. Molly's is only a chill place to spend time during the day. If you come at night, especially on the weekends, expect loud music and a long line. Long lines and loud music or not, Molly's will always be on my list!
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Audrey M.

You can do better than Molly's. Found the cupcake to be dry. Frosting too grainy. Caught staff making fun of customers. There are much better places for a good cupcake.
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Meghana P.

I. Love. Cupcakes. I went through a phrase where I could eat no other dessert, before cupcakes became the 'in thing' and everyone was obsessed with them (yes, I'm a cupcake hipster). When I moved to Chicago, I went on a quest for the perfect cupcake, and was lucky enough to stumble on Molly's early on in the journey. Ever since then, I've tried pretty much every major cupcake place in Chicago, and Molly's remains my top pick. I judge a cupcake place not just by their specialty flavours (and Molly has some amazing ones, including the Peach Cobbler), but also but how good they are at the basics. Molly's vanilla cupcake is pure deliciousness, and not too sweet, resting on a good recipe and quality ingredients, and that's one of the reasons this place is my favourite. Furthermore, the store is well-designed and quirky and the staff is incredibly friendly, although can definitely get harder to find a seat around peak hours. If you like desserts, give this place a visit.
(5)
Rafia J.

Omg the goodness packed in a little bundle!! The cupcakes are so moist, fresh and delicious! I am not a huge cupcake fan but seems like this place is going to make me run there every time I crave something sweet! Extremely tasty selection & nice little place to sit and eat!
(5)
desire d.

Omg!!!! This place is amazing! This was our first time at Molly's, and it was worth the ride. The cupcakes are fresh and packed with flavor. This is not the typical bakery.This was an experience in cup cake delight. I would even say food porn! We will return!
(5)
Heather F.

Oh my goodness!! My first time there this last Saturday. I got three cupcakes. I had a hard time deciding they all looked delicious. I had the cake batter one first! Holy moly! A little slice of heaven. It was sooo good. Then all the sudden there was filling. Amazing. I will definitely be back. The staff was super friendly too! Adorable little bakery/cafe! Wish there were more in Chicago. Fabulous Job!!
(5)
Bethany M.

So disappointed the molten chocolate cupcake I received today was super stale. Cupcakes are supposed to be soft and fluffy not hard like 3 day old bread. Get it together Molly.
(1)
Eric R.

Cupcakes are still good. Service was pleasant but felt really strained or forced. Just didn't seem to like her job very much. I mean you work in a cupcake store. It can't get much better than that can it. The selection was smaller than I remember from previous trips, maybe only 8 types of cupcakes to choose from.... Hmmm
(3)
Ara Lucia A.

LOVE THIS PLACE! May tea had a lovely presentation and my cupcake (butterscotch caramel) was delish! The atmosphere was adorable with a counter seats that are sort of like swings. They also have this fun build your own cupcakes. Highly recommend!
(5)
Tiffany P.

These are seriously the best cupcakes I've ever had. Thank god I live far away, because if I was in the neighborhood, I'd be dealing with a real weight problem. The cupcakes are so fresh and moist! I do not mind the price at all! Any time I have friends or family in the area, I am sure to bring them to Molly's Cupcakes to show them what a fine place our city has! The cupcakes are so inventive with all the different fillings and flavors. I love the richness of the chocolate cupcake, and the creaminess of the peanut butter cupcake! And, I love the seasonal cupcakes they have, like the peach one with filling. Highly, highly, highly recommended. When I think of yelp 5 stars, Molly's Cupcakes comes is it!
(5)
Dan C.

A great little cupcake shop in Lincoln Park. Cupcakes are reasonably priced, and the decor is casual and friendly. I liked the addition of swings next to the coffee bar, but I personally would not sit there because of.. reasons... My girlfriend and I usually come here after Del Seoul to finish off the day. We order two cupcakes, of which every flavor we tried was excellent. They are very moist and have the right amount of sugar to not overwhelm nor destroy your taste buds. Pair it with a refillable coffee cup to enhance your experience. There are board games to play if you are willing, but the place can be crowded at times. We have had so many dates here, so I am very fond of this place. Be sure to stop by if you're around the area!
(5)
M M.

Last time I came here was on my birthday a few years back: Their #1 seller, Ron Bennington, was delish. My faves are the blueberry cheesecake and tiramisu.
(5)
Joanne C.

On my first visit here, I tried 2 cupcakes which were quite tasty and the cake itself was soft and moist. The peach cobbler wasn't too sweet which is just the way I like it. It had all the right flavors for peach cobbler, and the icing was superb. It was my favorite part of the dessert! The only thing this treat was missing was the flaky pie crust. The red velvet tastes like any traditional red velvet, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious! It really tasted like real cream cheese and not like the sugary tasting icing with a hint of cream cheese like at other places. The staff was nice & seemed to be very helpful when customers would ask a number of questions about their products.
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Grace H.

I worked at a cupcake store and I thought I would forever hate cupcakes, but Molly's changed me back into a cupcake girl. I don't think I am a fan of their chocolately cupcakes, because they are too rich and sweet. I love the light fruity ones and the COOKIE MONSTER. OMG the cookie monster is dangerous. Stay away. You will say "Oh I will eat only one bite" but how can you eat one bite? It's hard to explain how delicious these cupcakes are. Only 3.50/cupcake. Hands down the BEST cupcakes.
(5)
Miss G.

I just in love w/ this place. One of d best cupcakes shop I ever been. My favorites are peach cobler cupcake!! and kahlua~~ Whenever I come back to Chicago, I must hit this place... They also have variety of coffee drinks, the machiato (real ones, unlike starbucks!) and chai latte are gooooooooood.
(5)
Tracy Y.

We LOVE Molly's! It's a bit dangerous since it's just around the corner from the boy's apartment. We've tried many cupcakes but haven't made it through all of the choices yet. A few favorites are the Cookie Monster, peanut butter Nutella and cake batter. The line can seem a bit long but it doesn't take too long to get to the front. It's definitely worth stopping in for a cupcake.
(5)
John E.

So cupcakes right? NO! These aren't cupcakes. Not like any you've ever had at least. (Insert pause of 2-3 minutes here as I struggle to find the words.) I can't explain the joy I experienced from these miniature cups of cake. This is ridiculous. I'm literally wasting your time right now--you could be traveling to this place as we speak or if you're already there (you lucky SOB) you could be ordering. Just go there and eat one. Or two, or six.
(5)
Naomi Q.

When I'm in the area I like to stop and pick up some treats. So this last time we tried the blueberry cheesecake and crÃ¨me brulee cupcakes and they were both delicious! We also bought some to go - the peanut butter nutella (Yummy!) White Chocolate Raspberry, Smore's & Red Velvet with cream cheese frosting. I personally prefer this place over Sprinkles cupcakes. I love the texture and combination of flavors that they come up with. It's no wonder they won Cupcake Wars. Btw - the coffee is really good too (Starbuck's quality in my opinion). The vibe is a bit retro with the board games so you can sit and hang out for a while and enjoy your dessert, coffee and games with friends. Also the service is always good and they move the lines along quickly.
(5)
Emma's G.

Molly's cupcakes has a variety of cupcakes. You walk in to a very small bakery. There's a few tables and chairs, it's nicely decorated inside for a little bakery. They have a lot of cupcake choices to choose from such as: coconut, cake batter, cookies and cream, peanut butter and Nutella, double chocolate, flourless molten chocolate, and many more. The prices are a little high, but it's also because they are gourmet, specialty cakes, and of course you are paying for the area. They also have other tasty treats not just cupcakes, check the website for more details. Parking is not the best as its all street parking on Clark st. The actual bakery was very busy for a Sunday afternoon, but still had a good time sitting at a little table enjoying my company our cupcakes and coffee. They have free water that you get from a water cooler, and plenty of plastic cups. Overall it's a cute spot, good cupcakes, not sure if they are the best, but they are definitely good! If you are in the area check it out after a good meal for dessert!
(5)
Angela P.

First one to arrive at the party, and the last one to leave. Most of the time, I'm on time. The rest of the time, I'm early. I was super thankful for this when I had time to stop at Molly's Cupcakes before meeting my friends for dinner. The inside of Molly's is cute, but not overly bright or decorated. There are a few tables to sit and stuff your face. My friend Aimee M. met me here and bought me a cupcake for my birthday - yay! Thanks Aimee! I had the Creme Brulee cupcake, which is ten times more incredible than it sounds. It's a cupcake with the crunchy glaze of a creme brulee, complete with a creamy middle and topped with berries. THIS cupcake is 5 stars! I purchased two cupcakes to take home and share. I wasn't really impressed with either one: the Raspberry Vanilla was just okay. The cake was good, and the raspberry flavor of the frosting was good, but the frosting was a little bit...waxy? The Ron Bennington, smothered with chocolate ganache and stuffed with a peanut butter center, is raved about by others, but I thought the glob of peanut butter was a bit too much. PB & Chocolate isn't my favorite flavor combo, but it will most likely please those who can't get enough. It's best served with a glass of milk! That Creme Brulee cupcake was fantastic, but I could take or leave the other ones I tried.
(4)
Adam S.

My original review is below: "The best, period. If you don't believe me, you've never been there." Yelp thinks it's too short, so I'll add another couple sentences. But what more is there to say? Their cupcakes are filled, to perfection, with just about anything you can think of. Fruit, jam, cookie dough, jelly, you name it, they have it. And they're open late, none of this closing at 6pm nonsense.
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Kelsey S.

The sugary scent floods the air. It's the first thing you notice. Then you spot the brightly-colored tables and vintage toys and games, and nostalgia sets in. Molly's Cupcakes makes you feel like a kid enjoying an after school treat. The center-filled specialty cupcakes are the real gem here. From a caramelized crÃ¨me brÃ»lÃ©e topped with glazed berries to the signature Ron Bennington loaded with peanut butter and topped with velvety ganache and butterscotch crumble, these cupcakes transcend the traditional chocolate and vanilla. And each one is as delicious as the next.
(4)
Christopher E.

What can I say I love cupcakes and this place create some of the most delicious cupcakes. Molly's cupcakes is now my number one place to get my sweet tooth fixings. I'm a fan for sure and I definitely will be back for more of that good stuff. This place is awesome!!!
(5)
Natalie M.

If you could make my little chocolate heart skip a beat, you won me over! I loved all the cupcakes I tried here! I'm allll about textures and these won my love. I got the Ron Bennington which had a chocolate ganache and filled with peanut butter cream. I also tried the butterscotch cupcake (favorite) and another cupcake with peanut butter nutella which was also delicious. The smoothness and perfect sweetness of the frostings won me over. I really enjoyed the peanut butter flavors and will have to try the blueberry cheesecake and the cookie monster cupcake when I go back again. Try this place!
(5)
Miry K.

My ALL-TIME FAVORITE place to get cupcakes. Hands down, the absolute best in the city. I'm not even talking about the fancy cupcakes... my go-to is the red velvet with cream cheese frosting with heart-shaped sprinkles. But I should mention the peach cobbler and salted caramel pretzel are divine. Always good service despite the frequent long lines, and the interior is adorable. I love sitting at the swings bar!
(5)
Kat L.

It's been over a year since I had Molly's. Not because Molly's ever done anything wrong to me, but I've been keeping my sweet cravings at bay. And Molly's is well worth the cheat meal/splurge. It is all about the heaven-infused cupcakes. Sometimes when i think of cupcakes, I think it's all fun and fancy on top with its icings, and boring on the bottom; therefore I used to eat cupcakes, trying to take the perfect bite to balancing icing and cakey bottom. No more. Molly's has delicious rich cup-tops, with surprising creme/fruit/peanutbutter filled bottoms. Every bite is pretty delish. I think Molly's excels at balancing most concoctions. Not too rich, not too sweet, not dry. Gone are the days were I'd tackle 2-3 at a sitting... or at least attempt it! My sweet tooth can't handle what I used to, but these babies are definitely a game changer and my strongest buzz in the cupcake scene. Not as glamorous and pretentious and clever as others, but there's never been a bite that didn't impress me. Aside from the amazing specialty cupcakes (Ron Bennington, the chocolate cupcake filled with peanut butter..) will always reign supreme, but they also offer simpler (not plain!) cupcakes, as well as minis. They also have chocolate covered strawberries. I bring out-of-towners and non-foodie fanatics here. I think everyone deserves to have a taste of Molly's, and I so re-direct people to this spot, if they've never tried it. When possible, I'll even grab a box of mini cupcakes for potlucks at work. Love Molly's. and you should, too.
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Bao L.

Popped a Molly ('s Cupcakes), now I'm sweatin'! I was fortunate to try Molly's when my cousins had been given some by their friends during their recent trip to Chicago. Never one to turn down a cupcake (or any type of food), I of course said "yes" when they asked if I wanted the last 2 cupcakes. I'm glad I said yes, because I definitely hit the cupcake lottery that day. The 2 cupcakes that were left over were 2 of Molly's best sellers - The Ron Bennington (chocolate cake, peanut butter filling, chocolate ganache, crushed butterscotch topping) and the Peanut Butter Nutella (peanut butter cake, nutella filling, nutella buttercream frosting, dusting of cocoa). Ok, I was either really lucky or my cousins were really unlucky because they didn't have these 2...either way, I sat there happily nom'ing on those 2 cupcakes. Let me say that I'm not a huge peanut butter fan - I like it, but I don't love it like others do. However, these 2 cupcakes alone made me become peanut butter's number 1 fan (I may just start making my PB&J's an equal amount of PB and J rather than my usual 30% PB and 70% J...just maybe). The cake is moist, the fillings are delicious and have the perfect texture (not too light and not too heavy - juuuust right), and the frosting is amazing. I really shouldn't be writing this late at night because now I'm feening for some (is this what withdrawal feels like?) Seriously, stop reading this and go get a cupcake from Molly's. Now. Get a dozen, because even when you're cupcake-wasted, you'll want more for later. Trust me.
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Ivy Z.

Molly's has perfected the art of cupcakes. I never really thought I'd be the kind of person who would spend $5 on a cupcake and not look back (I'm a savory snack kind of girl), but Molly's has made me thoroughly reconsider. Their frosting is really perfect: A great texture, sweet but not too sweet. If anyone asks you "do you want to go to Molly's" the answer is YES. Some of the stand out flavors to me: -Raspberry White Chocolate: my favorite cupcake I've had here. A vanilla cupcake with raspberries baked onto the base (yum), white chocolate filling (yum), and a fresh and light raspberry frosting (yum), topped with white chocolate pieces (yum). I'm telling you, a must try. -Flourless Molten Chocolate: if you like chocolate, this is the perfect cupcake. The ganache is spectacular. -Peach Cobbler: a little messy to eat, but all the worth it. -Ron Bennington: if you want to indulge, chocolate and peanut butter, oh my!
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Mark M.

I maintain my stance that--generally--cupcakes are nothing but a bunch of posers that couldn't make the cut as cake, so the jumped ship and tried to "re-brand" themselves. How often they've failed. Until Molly's. Don't expect to walk in to Molly's and getting one cupcake. Even the most disciplined among us would be able to choose ONLY ONE. Molly's cupcakes are what all cupcakes should be: incredibly moist, structurally sound, not too sweet, exceptional flavor combinations, and something you will crave. The best of the ones we tried was blueberry cheescake. I wanted to eat a dozen myself. Great coffee, great service, plenty of places to sit. Good luck--other cupcakes--ever being even close to as awesome as Molly's.
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Ken O.

I have been past this Lincoln Park gem hundreds of times but never checked it out.... shame on me! After having lunch at another location, I decided today was the day to try one of these cupcakes. I had stopped on a late afternoon and the shop was not busy which seems to be rare. I have been past this shop with standing room only including the sidewalk patio packed with guests. The shop is very light, airy and have a great relaxed feeling. Hanging from the ceiling, there is a sign with all of the various cupcakes along with the display case so you know what the cupcake looks like. I finally made up my mind and ordered the Strawberry Cupcake with a soda. The order come up immediately. As stated, the shop was empty so I had plenty of table to choose from. The frosting was nice and sweet but not overly sweet. I had bit into the cupcake and found a surprise... there's strawberry filling. While enjoying this great dessert, there was a constant stream of people grabbing a cupcake. Overall, this is a great shop and looking back for another cupcake.
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Stacey L.

When cupcakes were the IT dessert of the season, I never bought into its hype (sorry Sprinkles and Kara's.) I came here because my boyfriend and all of his friends who went to school in Chicago rave about it and it definitely did not disappoint! You can build your own cupcake by choosing the cake, filling, and topping, but I recommend going with the options they have already. I tried the creme brulee, Ron Bennington, and coconut and all were delicious. Cakes were moist and the frosting wasn't overwhelming in sweetness or amount. The creme brulee (my favorite) actually has a caramelized top with berries and then has a delicious cream filling that makes the entire cupcake taste like a creme brulee. The Ron Bennington is a dark chocolate cupcake filled with peanut butter cream and topped with a peanut butter frosting and toffee/peanut bits. The coconut cupcake is a vanilla cupcake with a coconut cream filling and frosting topped with perfectly toasted coconut shreds. Choose cupcakes based on flavors you like, just know that whatever you choose will be absolutely delicious. They also serve Intelligentsia coffee at a reasonable price and free refills for drip coffee :)
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Anthony N.

***I did not love the cupcake I had here though it was one of the better cupcakes I have had recently--moist cake with a flavor that worked without being overly sweet; I can imagine Molly's putting out some creative and delicious cupcakes*** With dessert places, it is really hard to get a sense of what they are capable of after just one visit and just one treat. Especially a place like Molly's Cupcakes, which has so many varieties of cupcakes including cream filled ones that are chilled and more room temperature ones that probably provide a more satisfying cake base. I really struggled to find the cupcake to order here because of a lot of them sounded delicious as well as looked delicious. I ended up settling on the crÃ¨me brulee cupcake. This cupcake was a vanilla cake with a pastry cream center. It had a crÃ¨me brulee caramelized sugar crust topping as well as some fresh berries to really get across that this is the cupcake version of that popular dessert. The cake was served chilled because it had pastry cream in it and it was a little cold. Still, the cake was very good. It was quite moist and had a good sweet (but not overwhelmingly sweet or sugary flavor). The pastry cream was also good though I did wish there was more of it in the cupcake. They did a good job with the cupcake's topping. They perfectly achieved a true crÃ¨me brulee crust. The top of the cupcake had a crispy, sweet and glass-like topping of sugar. The berries on top of the sugar crust completed the dessert. There were other cupcakes I wanted to try (like the peanut butter cake filled with Nutella). I am sure there are even more cupcakes here I would really love. The cupcake I had was good and I would be willing to come back though I would probably opt for another flavor. This cupcake shop has a cute dÃ©cor with a warm look and a long bench booth for seating. They also have a bar where it looked like the owner was teaching a class on cupcakes and desserts. Service was friendly and quick while prices were around what you would expect to pay for gourmet cupcakes. Molly's Cupcakes seems like a great option for cupcake fans. There are many flavors I found enticing and I imagine if you are a big cupcake fan, this is a must visit if you are spending time in Chicago. I am not sure what the parking situation is in this area; Molly's Cupcakes is located a little bit outside of the city so you might be able to find parking around here.
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Robin J.

Listen. This was, hands down, THE best cupcake I've ever had. My friends and I had a hankerin' for something sweet, saw this place in our search, and enjoyed a perfect-weathered stroll to this cute little cupcake shop. The atmosphere is very fresh and inviting. There was cool artwork on the walls, and SWINGS as seating at the counter. Swings. The ladies were very polite and helpful as well. Scoring points. The piece of magic I ordered was a blueberry cheesecake cupcake. It was a moist (I hate that word, but it's very necessary) cupcake filled with rich, cheesecake filling, topped with whole fresh blueberries, with two pieces of crunchy graham cracker crust sticking out of the cupcake. It was PERFECT. The only thing that could sent it over the moon for me is if it was a lemon cupcake. It's slightly pricey at $3.75 for the filled cupcakes, but it's ABSOLUTELY worth the try. If you are in this area, please do yourself a favor a try them out. Try this cupcake specifically. I'll be back soon; there is a peach cobbler one I simply must try!
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Minh-An C.

I finally got around to checking out Molly's Cupcakes the other night and I am really excited to come back and try more flavors that are seasonal. I got the cookie monster and the raspberry ones and they were both very yummy. I really enjoyed the raspberry and didn't think it was too sweet. I liked the fresh raspberry that were at the bottom of the cupcakes. The cookie monster flavor was a bit sweeter and I didn't like it as much. If you buy one, they put it in a clear plastic container but if you buy two, they put it in a brown cardboard box (similar to Sprinkles). But be careful and check if the cashier closed the box properly because my cashier didn't close my box properly and the cupcakes were smushed in the box with frostings on the walls. It was whatever but if you're getting it as a gift for someone, then it matters a bit more. The specialty cupcakes were $4 each (a bit pricey) but totally worth it as a treat. The store has a set of swings at the counter that is a cool picture opportunity if you get a chance. Free parking on Sunday and after 10 PM around this area. This is a good place to grab desserts if you happen to grab dinner at Aloha Eats or Del Seoul.
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Shantel T.

Creme brÃ»lÃ©e, key lime, chocolate sea salt, red velvet w/ buttercream frostinggg--just to name a few that complete my puzzle. I usually come here on Sundays. Yes, long lines but they're really efficient. Plus, time goes by fast because you're thinking which one to get. Then you're thinking which other ones to get for your friends but you're really just getting it for yourself in case they don't want any. Haha Molly's: Completing lives
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Diana T.

After reading all of the amazing reviews for this place, I knew I had to stop by while I was in Chicago. As soon as I walked in, there was already a line. The store has a cute decor setup. It kind of reminded me of a classroom. The line went by really fast though. I ordered the creme brÃ»lÃ©e cupcake, blueberry cheesecake cupcake, and the cookie monster cupcake. I liked how their togo box tells you to "not tilt your own cupcakes because they are delicate". All of the flavors are very innovative, but the cupcakes was also small for being almost $4. The cookie monster cupcake was way too sweet for me. The blueberry cheesecake cupcake & the cream brÃ»lÃ©e were okay. I liked how cute the cupcakes were decorated. However, the flavors in the cupcakes did not wow me as much I was expecting them to. I recently found out that they are a chain. If I knew that beforehand, I probably would not have stopped by. One thing I love about Molly's cupcake is that they donate part of their profits to the schools in their community. Thumbs up to them!
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Felice C.

Gaaaaahhhddd. Molly's is my one and only gourmet cupcake love. Why must I travel for you?! The torture!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE try the Peach Cobbler or the Blueberry Cheesecake. Those are my absolute favorites. Ugh. I'm imagining it right now. The soft subtle vanilla cake with a juicy peach cobbler filling, topped with brown sugar streusel and a scoop of delciously airy whipped cream and a peach slice. Hoooooly coooooowwwwwwwwww. I need to go back and get a dozen. My wallet hurts every visit to you Molly's ): I'm one of those people that rarely deviate from their favorites once they're found. I should really try them all. But peach cobbler...I will never forsake you. (Also the coconut castaway is scrumptious).
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Kaley K.

Best cupcake shop in Chicago. Not only for the wonderfully moist and unique cupcake combinations but also for the adorable and fun cafe area. My favorite is the fruit tart. It's perfectly sweet and soft. You must also have a cup of coffee too. . Don't pass this one over-- they're the best!!
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Joshtian B.

Great selection. Chai tea latte was solid. But the Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e is the way to go! Thanks for being so patient, Mary!
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Anthony N.

The actual cupcakes here are fantastic but I'm not a fan of the frostings. The cream cheese frosting tastes straight up like cream cheese. Sorry, this is a cupcake and not a bagel. And the buttercream frosting just didn't have a very pleasant taste or texture. I bought a box of mini's to work one day and people seemed to share my thoughts: great cupcake mix, terrible frosting. Next time, I'll stick to the fancy (expensive) stuffed cupcakes for an occasional treat.
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Mai P.

Molly's does a great job of filling their cupcakes with delicious and complimentary ingredients that sets them apart from other cupcake-rys. The wait can be long, but well worth it once you bite into their tender fluffy cupcakes. My favorite would be the Cookie Monster, but I will admit I was a bit cupcake-jealous of my friends who each picked fruit themed ones. The interior is brightly lit and cheerful to hang out in. I like that their display case also has a small "cast off" selection that is marked down because of insignificant defects such as a lopsided topping. I'm a bargain shopper to my core and when I see discounted cupcakes, I'm all over that! The next time I'm in town I plan to grab a dozen because one or two simply aren't enough. If you're lucky to be local, go here, go here now!
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Van C.

I've passed this place a couple of times and paid no attention to it until a friend of mine recommended it. I ordered the peanut butter Nutella cupcake and I must say it's really good. They definitely did not go overboard with the sweetness. It's the perfect mixture of sweetness, peanut butter, and Nutella. I will be coming from time to time to try many of the other selections. Service was quick and friendly. Love it here!
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Frank O.

Went another time and the cupcakes are still amazing. Molly's is a place good enough to plan a trip around. In addition to the Red Velvet (had last time as well), the Cookies and Cream cupcake was phenomenal, just delicious. They also had a Blackberry Chocolate Bear, but the combo of chocolate and berries just didn't do it for me. I'm sure it would appeal to others, but not my palate.
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Angelica C.

I am a HUGE fan of their cupcakes. Note all their display case (not pre-ordered) cupcakes have decadent fillings. I love the decor and the energy from this little shop. They have adorable cartoon signage describing each of their cupcakes in their display cases, nostalgic toys/pieces decorating their walls, brightly colored tables (blue, orange, yellow), SWING SEATS at the coffee bar, board games to play, etc. You cannot help but walk in grinning ear-to-ear. My personal favorites are the Apple Pie (seasonal) comes with a sugared pie crust cut out on top & the Peach Cobbler. Not to say that I haven't tried the Ron Bennington (one of their biggest sellers), Peanut Butter Nutella, Birthday Cake, Cookie Monster, Creme Brulee... whoa, just about all of their staple ones, yikes! Parking can suck on Clark Street, but I have placed a phone order before and it was ready as promised. Also, you CAN order cupcakes without a filling to help save on costs for any event, say a wedding or a birthday party. They do deliver, but note they also charge a setup fee (not including stands/tiers).
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Eneida A.

If you're looking for an overall good cupcake, this is the place to get one. They have a wide variety of flavors and the staff is very friendly. I had the peanut butter one (with Nutella filling)- enough said. It was spectacular. Definitely recommend.
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Amy H.

This place is so cute and inconspicuous. The first time I went here I completely went passed the place. There aren't any flashy signs screaming, "MOLLY'S!!!" It's a small place, very comfy, and I feel like it's a great place to catch up with people. My favorite ones are the Peach Cobbler and the Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e. They are cold, sweet, and creamy. If it's your first time, start with those two.
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Dhruv P.

For a while now I fell off the cupcake wagon (or on?). I reverted back to traditional pastries like croissants. Cupcakes were to me a fad that was past it's time. Today, I happen to be in area with my GF to eat at Sultan's and we stop by Molly's to get dessert to go. Two (weirdly shaped) cupcakes to go. Guy was very nice even though he seemed far away on a beach during the 90s. He packed out cupcakes in a rectangular box and I had thought that was strange but hey, this place knows their cupcakes. Well, when we got home, out cupcakes has somehow made some sweet love and came together. I love the Beatles song, but didn't enjoy the sight of these two blobs. Oh we didn't tilt the box is anything. There just wasn't enough room for two cupcakes, especially if they aren't perfectly round. I'm quite disappointed in Molly's. They been around a while and should know better. Honestly I'm not sure why they wouldn't just use a delegate box of each so it won't squash the cupcakes. It's been years since i've been there. Seems they are doing well enough to expand. Maybe in a few years I'll be in that area and try their cupcakes there instead.
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Chloe T.

Sweet Mandy B's is my favorite cupcake place in the city, but occasionally I like to try others. I've had a cupcake from here once before and it was decent. So I decided to try something new and I went back with a friend this time. It was rather late so the selection was limited, which is totally understandable because they were about to close. I ordered a red velvet cupcake and the cake batter one. Now...I didn't know that raw cake batter would be in the inside, that for me was a little yuck, I wasn't ready for the wet oozing middle . The cake however was so moist and delicious!!!! Very very good. My 2nd issue, was the frosting, I didn't like it at all, for me it had no taste and felt very greasy. I believe it was the butter cream (since they were already made I couldn't choose the frosting) but I'm not 100% sure. The red velvet, I purchased for someone else, and I was told that it was delicious. I'm never a red velvet person, but I was told if you love cream cheese, you would love the red velvet cupcake. If I ever go back, I would definitely get a more traditional cupcake, but if you are one that likes something with a little more bang, you would love it here!
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Lisa A.

By far my favorite guilty pleasure! The gluten free molten chocolate cupcake is the only thing I ever get. It's simply amazing! My family loves the birthday cake batter one; though everything there has been a hit I've made many a late night run to Molly's. Don't miss out!
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Danielle M.

Molly's Cupcakes are absolutely delicious! We love them so much that they have been incorporated into our first date, engagement, and wedding day. They have great customer service, along with a wide variety of flavors and sizes! We highly recommend this company for your next sweet tooth craving or event!
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Rose J.

Best cupcake in Chicago, but pretty overpriced though. Best cupcake in the world is at the sweet boutique in Houston tx
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Laurice M.

I live far from Molly's cupcakes and I don't like driving to Chicago during winter but for a taste of Molly's cupcakes, I'll brave the elements! My favorite so far is the creme brÃ»lÃ©e followed closely by the blueberry cheesecake. The cake is so moist and the fillings are plenty and creamy. I think the cake to filling ratio is just right for these 2 cupcakes. I'm not a fan of the chocolate ones though esp Ron Bennington. It's too sweet. I also don't care for the red velvet. Not a fan of the cream cheese frosting.
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Monique V.

I personally loved Molly's cupcakes! I got a pretzel peanut butter cupcake with malted buttercream. The cupcake was exactly how a cupcake is supposed to be. Moist with the perfect crumb and not overly sweet. The unique flavors are always a fun treat. We also made our own -- chocolate cupcake with chocolate frosting! The chocolate frosting was sensational!! I wanted to try the banana but they were all out. Will definitely be back again!
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Daisy G.

Very moist and not overly sweet cupcakes. Cake batter & blueberry cheesecake were very good and flavorful. Peach cobbler OK. Pricey at over $3 a pop.
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Jessica A.

Do people really prefer Mollys over Sprinkles?! Their red velvet and carrot cake cupcakes were horrible, I took a bite and tossed them. My favorite part about red velvet cupcakes is the cream cheese frosting, and their frosting just wasn't doing it for me, it didn't have enough texture and creaminess to it. It tasted exactly like the cream cheese you would put on your bagel...out of the 4 I purchased the cookie dough and chocolate/peanut butter were the best. I enjoyed the core filling! I visit Chicago pretty often so I tried it just to check it off my list but I'll be sticking to sprinkles!
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Sara C.

This is such a cool cupcake place. I like the concept of the swings at the cupcake bar area. Enjoying a cupcake and feeling like a kid again! I've had the Peach Cobbler Cupcake and Red Velvet cupcake and I was not disappointed. They were truly tasty. Moist and all around goodness!
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Jessica I.

Cupcakes are my go to dessert so it's safe to say that I've tried many, many cupcakes all over the US and Molly's is THE BEST. I tried the peach cobbler, red velvet, and the buttercream cupcake. These were all great. But when I took a bite of the Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e cupcake, that's when I knew I had the best cupcake of my life. I can't explain it, the cupcake incorporates everything delicious about a Creme brÃ»lÃ©e from the burnt sugar topping to the creamy custard part. And in cupcake form! Mind Blown! I would wait in line for half a day for these cupcakes... Seriously! Must try in Chicago!
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Address : 2536 N Clark St
Chicago, IL, 60614
Phone (773) 883-7220
Website https://www.mollyscupcakes.com/chicago/home.aspx
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Opening Hours

Mon :12:00 pm - 10

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Delivery : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes

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Molly’s Cupcakes

2536 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60614

Molly’s Cupcakes Menu

Assorted Cupcakes

Center Filled Cupcakes

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Beverages

Festive Add-Ons

Valentine's Day - Available Tues. 2/12 - Sat. 2/16

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Assorted Cupcakes

Center Filled Cupcakes

Classic Cupcakes

Cookies

Bars

Beverages

Festive Add-Ons

Valentine's Day - Available Tues. 2/12 - Sat. 2/16

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