I can't believe I stood in line for cupcakes in Boston in 90-degree heat one particular day. But I felt some type of calling telling me to at least try Georgetown Cupcake. The storefront is adorable, the staff is totally friendly, and the price compared to quality is certainly spot-on. After a crappy experience at Sweet, I was still on the search for a great cupcake in Boston. I had the red velvet cupcake that was absolutely delicious. The frosting was sweet, but not completely overwhelming, and with that borderline obnoxious "perfect Georgetown swirl." I could do without the "swirl" as I want a perfect consistent ratio of frosting-to-cake. The red velvet cake part of the cupcake was great, but it could have been just a hint more moist. After being spoiled by the likes of Sprinkles Cupcakes in LA where there is a consistent frosting-to-cake ratio (that's more dome-like than swirl-like at GC), this was a simple and solid 4-star experience. This establishment is still relatively new, so there will most certainly be a line, but it worth the wait just to say you've been and great as a sweet treat while shopping (even window shopping) around Newbury Street. It is relatively close to the Public Garden so it's even worth picking up a six-pack or dozen with your good friends and enjoying them in the Garden; even better if you can sneak in some wine, too!! Upon further investigation, I found you can beat the line by ordering online and designating a particular pick-up time. Certainly worth checking out if you want to pick some up without standing in line!
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Chenkai L.
This is a really cute cupcake bakery. The lines are always long but the cupcakes are simply amazing. They have lots of different flavors and varieties, they also have really cute gift boxes here, making them great gifts. My favorite was the red velvet.
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Catherine T.
Lovely cupcakes next to Thinking Cup! Much better than Crumbs etc in New York and elsewhere.
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Dana P.
I've passed by your shop many times, but finally stopped in yesterday to see if you had vegan cupcakes. I was pleasantly surprised to see you had a vegan carrot on the menu. I waited in line and ordered a vegan carrot. First off, it was absolutely beautiful, almost too pretty to eat. I took the obligatory Instagram photo and then took a bite. OH MY GOD! It was amazing. By far the best cupcake I've ever had, vegan or not. The cake was moist and light with just the right amount of carrot flavor. I don't know how you did it, but the cream cheese frosting was so delicate, it melted in my mouth. Seriously, it was whipped to perfection and I've never had a vegan cream frosting that light and smooth. Usually they're super heavy, like a buttercream. Thank you for your amazing vegan offerings. Please keep them on your menu as you have the best vegan cupcakes in Boston!
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Sofyan S.
The cupcake is within the average, even no cupcakes with raisin or blueberry, and it is so small, they use chocolate syrup for the hot-chocolate, it is little pricy
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Qiaoyi C.
sweet cupcakes... Love it although they are a little bit too sweet for me. ( I don't eat sweet stuff) pretty wrap and box.
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Jimmy B.
A bit pricy for cupcakes, but they're a good quality, and it makes sense considering their smack dab in the middle of Newbury street. They have a wide range, and after trying a good portion of them, there weren't any that I disliked - they're all very yummy and sweet! Best of all, they give out 100 free cupcakes a day - I love a company that knows how to do PR! Just follow them on a social media site and they'll announce their "mystery flavor" which is their free cupcake of the day - just go up to a clerk, and request that flavor, and assuming they have any left in stock, you walk away with a complimentary cupcake. Mmmm!
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Shanna C.
Cupcakes are ok but price not. They have vegan options which is a plus. Chocolate ^2 my favorite.
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Jennifer G.
Georgetown Cupcakes is amazing! The service is friendly and fast. Their hot chocolate is personalized and flavorful. I had their salted caramel cupcake and I was not disappointed. The cupcake was moist and their frosting is so rich. Plus, if you sit at the right table, you can watch the employees make the cupcakes. Highly recommend this place!
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Jingyao Z.
There are so many people every time I pass by and now I know the reason. The cupcakes are so cute, pretty, attractive to girls. I like cookie&cream and cherry blossome for they are not overly sweet. My boyfriend like vinilla chocolate but it's too sweet for me. It's a good place for chat time when shopping on newburry street.
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Jenna M.
I had a massive allergic reaction causing me to be very ill after consuming one of these cupcakes.
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YOON MI G.
Walked in excited at 8:59 pm...Cupcakes all around! Cranky employee, after serving 4 customers, tells us that they are closed! Terrible customer service and holiday spirit!!!! Jingle bells my ass!!!!
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Mindy L.
I'm pretty picky when it comes to cupcakes. As compared to other cupcake eateries, I would give the best frosting award to Georgetown. Not too sweet, not too dense, good flavor. The cake is drier than I would prefer, though I concede that making a moist cake is harder than one would imagine. All in all, it was a tasty treat for the office and it's nice to have them right up the road.
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Joann C.
I live in Miami and I dream of your cupcakes! Hands down the best cupcakes I have had in my entire life!!! I mean, I think that majority of the cupcake places can make a pretty good cupcake. Each store is challenged with coming up with some new flavor combinations so some of the choices can get pretty out there. However, what stands out about Georgetown to me is the frosting on their cupcakes. Perfectly whipped and soft and not overly sweet so as to overpower the cupcake itself. *drools* Favorite ones so far: Strawberry and Lava Fudge...although I havent seen any other flowers that really excite me. Georgetown Cupcake if you're reading...how about some suggestions from a Miami girl? - Cafe con leche, guava or dulce de leche flavors are a must try!!
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Bill Z.
Georgetown is my idea of what a cupcake shop should be. The minute you walk in to the brightly lit shop, those cupcakes are right in front of you, AT EYE LEVEL. I'm not familiar with what is the typical size of a cupcake, but these seem slightly smaller and more reasonably priced, so as to contain much less guilt per cupcake. A huge list of coffees and teas and such is - well - icing on the cupcake... kinda. Part of the reason I rarely buy cupcakes is that the icing is often too sweet for me, and the cupcakes can be dry if they've been the case for a while. Neither was an issue here. The frostings on the cupcakes I sampled were sweet without being excessively sweet, and I expect the turnover here prevents any cupcake from being out for too long. Having different cupcakes all the time helps too. My favorite part of my experience was when the clerk asked me if I wanted the cupcake packaged or if I wanted it now. That just seemed so appropriate. I WANT IT NOW!!!!
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Ashley G.
The cupcakes were amazing! I had been to the DC georgetown location but this time I tried the Boston location. We walked right in and went to front of line because we ordered two days prior. I got the summer dozen. The chocolate sundae, key lime, and lemon are on point! We even ordered twelve gluten free cupcakes for my boyfriends family. (they all have gluten allergies) We took them to the party his sister was having and they were all gone by the end of the night! Big hit!!
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Melissa J.
I'm not usually into buying a cupcake for dessert. All the cupcake places I've been to in other cities have seemed to be popular because cupcakes were trendy, not because the cupcakes were anything special. But these were actually really good. I got a coconut cupcake. It was moist, the frosting was good and it had fresh coconut on it. If all cupcakes places were like this I'd be a happy camper.
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Jackie C.
BEST CUPCAKES IN THE CITY!!! If you are a local or a tourist you must stop in!!
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Michael D.
SO I have a confession to make, and I'm slightly embarrassed to tell the world this.. but I have a twitter account. And the only reason why I even made one was to follow DC CUPCAKE so I can see what the free flavor of the day is. For those who don't know, Georgetown gives 100 free cupcakes away every day, first come first served! So follow them on twitter, see what the cupcake of the day is, get there before 11ish, and shortly thereafter, your taste buds and your wallet will be happy! I'm not much of a sweets guy, so I'm not the right person to be reviewing cupcakes, but every flavor I've had from Georgetown has been good! They have different flavors erryday, so be on the lookout!
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Briana G.
Delicious cupcakes! The best part is: I 've never paid for one! Everyday the Georgetwon Cupcake twitter account tweets the special free flavor of the day! The first 100 customers per location can get a that flavor for FREE! And the cupcakes are always delicious, my favorite is the chocolate 2. The frosting here is creamy and smooth and even looks pretty on the cupcake! A must-try if you're in the area
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Nicole F.
best cupcakes. don't ever bother with sweet.. cherry blossom is the best listen 2 me
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Mindy T.
These cupcakes are phenomenal! I don't like frosting at all, but this frosting is to die for. It was fluffy and not overly sweet. I ate my entire cupcake! I had the Chocolate Coconut and Strawberry Lava Fudge. Both were very delicious! When I was there I thought the service was quick and they had what I wanted in stock. Also ended up ordering a catering order from them for a Baby Shower. The cupcakes were delivered on time in my delivery window and they were all intact. It was a hit at the office! ** If you like them on Facebook, they post a daily "secret" flavor which you order and the first 100 people who ask for it, get it for free **
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Colin P.
This was my first time eating at a Georgetown Cupcakes. And I was not disappointed. I love the two that I bought. And I loved the complimentary one given--I'm honor of the show, "Madam Secretary." The staff were all friendly. I cannot wait to visit the original.
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Elaine N.
Georgetown Cupcake has a huge selection of cupcakes. They have everyday cupcakes, seasonal, monthly, and daily specials! I'm really loving all that creativity =) I tried it out when I visited Boston in November. The line was out the door, it took me about 20-30 minutes to order, and another 5 minutes to wait for my cupcakes to be packaged. I bought 5 cupcakes to share with my friends: Red Velvet, Salted Caramel, Mint Cookies and Creme, Vanilla Birthday, and Key Lime. I didn't get a chance to try all of them, but the ones I did try were great! Super moist, sweet but not too sweet. Not only does GC have a bunch of different cupcakes, they sell them at $2.75 each, which is almost a whole buck cheaper than other cupcake stores! You can also get a half dozen for $15 and a dozen for $29. If you plan to stop here, make sure you have some time to wait, but don't worry, it is well worth it.
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Phil C.
Yes, the outsiders do it better. I'd like to support local places, but a lot of them in Boston just can't hack it compared to Georgetown. It does a wonderful job with the fundamentals: the cupcakes. They're neat, moist, and sweet. I didn't go crazy but just went for the red velvet and chocolate ganache. Both were very good and presentation looked very good. The red velvet's cream cheese frosting had the right amount of sweetness and slight tartness. The size of the cupcakes was respectable. Service was a little inexperienced there as no one really attended to me promptly, but the people were nice. The prices are better than Sweet or Kickass. Something from DC that isn't bloated, overpriced, and overrated: what a novelty.
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Yuko A.
I was walking down Newbury Street and looking for American Apparel when I passed down Georgetown Cupcake. I recognized the name from all the press they have been receiving on TV and pictures my friends in DC posted of the cupcakes. I live in Hawaii where Hokulani Bakery just won Cupcake Wars....which is awesome for Hawaii and Hokulani...but honestly their cupcakes aren't the best in Hawaii..Really only 3.5 maybe 4 stars in my book so I didn't have incredibly high hopes walking into Georgetown.. Anyway, onto the cupcakes.... I was staying with one of my besties from college who loves anything chocolate so I figured a Red Velvet would be a perfect present for her. I got myself a chocolate birthday cake. Simple with a chocolate cupcake and a vanilla frosting. I was tempted to get vanilla cupcake but chocolate cupcakes always tend to be more moist (which it was) And for a friend I was having lunch with I got a pumpkin cupcake which was seasonal. There's nothing more I hate than dry cupcakes and super sweet frosting neither which Georgetown cupcakes were. In my opinion although the frosting was fluffy it could have been even less sweet but it was definitely way better than Sweet Cupcakes which I believe is also located on Newbury Street. The pumpkin was good, not too overwhelming with spices and had a good balance of frosting and cupcake flavors. All in all although not my favorite cupcakes of all time, its definitely up there. (and I've had my share of cupcakes in NYC, Miami, Hawaii, and Boston) My favorite cupcakes are still from a place called Let them Eat Cupcakes in Honolulu, Hawaii. Oct31Challange: 24/31
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Andrew H.
I tried an experiment: putting the cupcakes in the freezer with wax paper over the top. They still taste wonderful. I purchased a new round of 6 (including two delicious pumpkin cupcakes) on a warmer day and did have some frosting sliding issues, but that's to be expected when you have something that should be in a cool place in a not so cool place. Anyone who complains about the quality of the products here should probably be stripped of their material possessions and forced into harsh poverty so they know what real life problems are.
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Emily C.
hmmmm. Maybe it's because I'm from the LA, the center of the cupcake craze, but I don't really get the high rating. I found the cupcakes to be dry and the flavors to be uninspiring. Meh is exactly how I felt about the Key Lime and Strawberry Champagne cupcakes that I tried. The service was a little all over the place. They forgot my coffee order. It's basically a mad house behind the counter with like 8 employees working. I definitely prefer the cupcakes I get in LA. Sprinkles and Susiecakes all the way!
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Julie T.
I barely have a sweet tooth but the cupcakes here are the bomb! I normally don't like places that are so hyped up because they end up disappointing me but this place really lives up to its reputation. I don't even mind that the cupcakes are a little pricey since they're so good. Plus they have a HUGE variety. I was so overwhelmed. Looks like Hello Kitty vomited inside here, it's so pink and cute. Definitely a place you should try, even if just for the novelty of it all.
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Judi G.
Great cupcakes! I have tried Magnolia cupcakes in NYC and Crumbs (now out of business ) and these were better than both. They are the perfect size so they don't overwhelm you. The cake is very moist and the frosting light and not over sweet or heavy. Wonderful! I ate a chocolate with vanilla frosting and tried a bite of the red velvet and coconut and all were great.
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Yuka Y.
Had their adorable red velvet cupcake and a cup of hot chocolate. Perfect size, moist, with just the right amount of frosting. Close to $3 for one cupcake is a little bizarre but considering it's on Newberry and Georgetown is a well known brand, I'll bear with it. They really need more chairs to sit around and eat. Other than a set of chairs in the front and the back, you're out of luck in terms of eating in the store. If you walk to the back, you can watch the bakers decorate and ice the cupcakes :) Costs could be cut if they didn't box every single cupcake order...I only had the intention of eating 1 cupcake in the store.
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Anh T.
I adore Georgetown cupcake and believe this is a legit franchise of them so I'm super excited to try. But for some reason I don't think they are As good as the original. Located on a busy street so you might not be able to find parking, we have to double park outside so I can run in to buy cupcakes (ghetto much? Haha) . Everything looks the same from the box to the decoration but the frosting and the cake taste so muc sweeter than the one in DC. Good place to come back for me if I really crave for cupcake
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Qasim R.
Can't add much to what has already been said. Hands down they serve the best cupcakes in New England. Some ppl on Yelp have complained about their service, having been there few times I have yet to face any bad service and/or any shortage of cup cakes issue. Once had to pick up an order placed by a friend, but she had accidently placed it to their DC branch. It only took one short call and the order was transferred to Boston branch without any hitches or issues, even though the online card payment had probably gone to the DC branch. I picked them up the specified time without any issues. Plus they make cupcakes of appropriate size (instead of massive sized ones that are made by certain places) and concentrate on important factors like flavor and character of the cupcakes. PS Love their Coconut cupcakes.
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Baiba O.
Gluten-free strawberry chocolate fudge cupcake is a marvelous treat for a gluten-free person. The strawberry cream had a very smooth and pleasant texture. And even if the combination of chocolate fudge and strawberry sounds super sweet, I was positively surprised it did not taste overly sugared as most of pastries in the US. I loved it! Iced caffe latte was good too. Bring it to NYC, please!
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Katie S.
Georgetown is a cupcake store that cannot be beat. All their cupcakes have an incredible soft cake that is never dry and frosting that you just want to take a spoon to. Their vegan cupcake tastes exactly like a regular cupcake (which I never knew was possible), so it is perfect for people with dairy allergies. The only reason I didn't give it a full 5/5 stars is because the frosting melts so ridiculously easy. It is your best bet to get them as your are leaving Newbury street and can get them to a fridge ASAP. If you are bringing them to a party, make sure you have A/C in your car if it is anything warmer than a cool day. The flavor is still fabulous, but you will have more frosting in the box than on the cupcake.
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Chong C.
OMG Love their cupcakes :D Have heard of them for 5 yrs but never tried. Finally tried for the first time tonight and they were so good :) So moisture, sweet, and pretty. Icing is very beautiful, bottom is very sweet and soft. Wanna go back there already
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M K.
I'm pretty fussy when it comes to cupcakes and the cupcake I had here (salted caramel) was good, but not amazing. Firstly for three dollars it was a very small cupcake. Secondly I am a huge fan of icing and agree it's the best part of a cupcake but this cake was definitely too icing heavy (mainly because the cake was so small - keep the frosting just make the cake bigger!). I also found this frosting to be more of the fluffy whipped type than the thick buttercream icing found on other cupcakes which I prefer. The cake itself did have a good texture although the salted caramel flavour wasn't particularly obvious. Also there aren't many seats and nowhere convenient to sit nearby if you want to eat your cupcake straight away!
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Amy B.
Damn, girls. I'd already found out that hard way in DC that being annoying on a reality show does not preclude one from making delicious cupcakes. The Newbury Street outpost of Georgetown Cupcakes churns out moist, sweetly frosted cupcakes as delicious as the original location's. Now that there's a Georgetown Cupcakes locally, I decided to order three dozen for a party I was co-hosting. I placed the order online the day before and used a coupon code for a discount. I arrived at Georgetown Cupcakes a few minutes after they opened the day of the party to find my cupcakes beautifully packaged and ready for me. The process could not have been easier or more convenient. Even better: I was able to get a free solo cupcake by naming the day's secret flavor, tweeted out daily. The first 100 customers at each location who name the flavor each day receive a complimentary cupcake. It's a great incentive to follow GC on Twitter! Other reviewers mentioned the frosting getting melty if it's a hot day. I found that the cupcakes were fine for my 10 minute walk home and then survived well in air conditioned rooms. When I brought the leftovers back to my warm kitchen, the frosting did start to get sloppy. Quick relocation to the fridge solved that issue. Even after trying a good six or seven cupcake flavors, I remain a staunch lover of the Salted Caramel Cupcake. It's amazing. Eat one.
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Harumi U.
Amazing range of cupcakes freshly served and the people behind the counter know their goods very well. My first time to the shop and it was after dinner, so I wanted a little bit of something as means of dessert and sample this cupcake shop. I walked up to the cashier lady and explained that. Right away, she gave me an advice that red velvet is what started this shop and is still the best seller and that's the first that I should try. When I ask for an advice, I really appreciate the advice like this - most people just say "oh, everything is really nice and it depends on what you like". I understand why most people say that, but I think I know what I like - I just want to know info like the best seller, maybe their personal recommendation/likes, etc. It was definitely the best red velvet cupcake I have ever had! Moist, fresh and the cream really fluffy. I definitely recommend.
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JH P.
I learned that Georgetown Cupcake is one of my niece's favorite spots. And I can tell why. Other than her being a fan of DC Cupcakes, the cupcakes were nice and moist with just enough frosting. Compared to other cupcake places I've indulged in and which shall remain nameless, Georgetown Cupcakes are amazing!!! Georgetown Cupcakes do not taste like it was made out of a box and their frosting isn't piled on as high as the Leaning Tower of Pisa!!!! Never fun to eat cupcakes when you have more frosting than cake. So Geogetown's are just enough to get a solid cupcake fix. We also enjoyed the vegan cupcake and they did a great job with that as vegan baked goods usually don't turn out for some folks. Be sure and "like" their Facebook page. They offer a free cupcake everyday which is a special flavor not on their regular menu. It's one per person and only 100 are made per location. You have to ask for it when you order. The day we went the cupcake was chocolate caramel peanut butter. Soooooo good!!! And I love also how it's not so sweet you get that icky sick feeling afterwards. Can't wait until they open in Atlanta!!!!!
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Kiana M.
I had a vanilla and chocolate cupcake. The chocolate ganache was unreal... Best cupcake I have had in a while. The cake was nice and moist. The pink packaging was adorable. Take the extra steps from sweet down to Georgetown. It's worth it
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Ali H.
In fact, I'm not a cupcakes fan at all and usually I try to avoid it. After I invited my friends once and one of them brought me some cupcakes from georgetown, I became addicted to this place. Literally, I almost tried every flavor they have and sometimes specials like lavender and they all are good and tasteful.
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Holly K.
Sigh, I was so disappointed with this place! I was really excited to try it out as I love me some cupcakes. The cupcakes were just kind of blah. The cookies and cream just didn't taste right and the hazelnut chocolate was really bland. Also these cupcakes cannot take an ounce of heat, the frosting melted like no bodies business on the walk back to the car and on the car ride home.
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Ali S.
I've yet to have a cupcake at Georgetown that I haven't liked, but I do have my favorites. Their red velvet (an every day flavor) is sublime -- and this is coming from someone who grew up eating red velvet cake. The cream cheese buttercream they make is so soft and so perfectly paired with the cake that I'm developing a craving as I write this. I'm also a big fan of their chocolate ganache because it isn't sickeningly sweet; it's just right. The fact that they have seasonal and daily flavors is also a plus. Whenever you go in, you're guaranteed to see something new. The staff has never been anything but sweet in my experience. We have had issues of forgetfulness, which I wish the management would address. Sometimes you'll order a cupcake and then, as they're assembling the rest of your order, they'll tell you that a flavor you want is temporarily unavailable even though it's in the window. I guess these are display cupcakes for the day? Either way, there should be a better way to address this. Maybe put a sign up on the display that says they're out, or keep communication open between those boxing the cupcakes and those taking the orders. I only bring it up because I've seen this happen multiple times and it can be very disappointing. All that said, though, I am and will continue to be a repeat customer!
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Chris R.
So I drove all the way down to Newbury Street, looking forward to getting these cupcakes for my wife's birthday. I ordered 8 cupcakes. The girl that was boxing the orders looked very disinterested in being there. She put 6 cupcakes in a box and handed it to me. Although I wasn't 100% sure the box didn;t look like it could fit 8 cupcakes so I said to her "is that 8 cupcakes" and she looked me in the eye and said "Yea". I left the store and started walking down the street, but started to question if this box was even big enough to hold 8 cupcakes so I opened the box and there were only 6 cupcakes in there. I walked back to the store and told the very nice girl at the register of my problem. She asked the disinterested girl to fix it and give me 8. She proceeded to pull out a new box and 6 new cupcakes, and then grabbed a 7th and put it in a bag and handed it to me. This time i was not fooled.. I looked right at her and pointed to my receipt and said "I PAID FOR 8". She then grabbed me the 8th and haded them over. When you pay $3 for a cupcake you expect to have your order correct the 1st time and not the 3rd. On top of it all I live an hour away and really would have been mad had I not questioned it and gone all the way home. On the positive side, the gir working the register was great, and the girl in the middle doing the coffee was VERY appologetic even though she had nothing to do it with. In terms of the cupcakes, they were pretty good, and I would say worth the price but they may want to check the employees that they hire, especially the disinterested one who actually hands the cupcakes to the customer.
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Kim P.
Totally the place to go cupcaking on a Wednesday afternoon. We had an assortment, and all of them were moist, the frosting was fantastic (cream cheese was just right; not too sweet, either). My fave was the vanilla one: simple and perfect. My biggest gripe: no place to sit. Seriously? We had to go over to that coffee shop next door and buy some Pellegrino to be able to sit at their tables and stuff our faces. Georgetown Cupcake, I'm gonna need you to get it together on that one so I can come cupcake at your establishment, not someone else's!
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Morgan D.
So, I've reviewed the NYC location...now to Boston. I will admit, still, I am not a huge fan of their cupcakes. The presentation, however, is incredible! My friend got some cupcakes for our friend's Birthday and they turned out beautiful! The cake part is a little dense to me. I dunno, I'm not the biggest fan of sweets so I'm honestly not the best person to ask. The reason I give this 4 stars is because of the beauty and professionalism of the presentation of the cupcakes! And also, I ordered a chai latte. I sway away from ordering chai's because I'm very particular about my chai. But it was a cold night and seemed like the perfect thing to order...so I took a leap...and boy, was I surprised! EXCELLENT chai! :) Thank you GTC!
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Suji C.
I've tasted (and fell in love with) Sprinkles, so any other gourmet cupcake I try is held to a pretty high standard. Georgetown did not disappoint, however it did not meet or exceed my personal fave. They have a standard set of flavors and a constantly changing specials menu. Red velvet w/ creamcheese frosting is always a personal default, and I am fond of their pumpkin and holiday flavor cupcakes. You can expect a line on the weekends, but the line moves pretty quickly. The place itself is more spacious, having 2 tables instead of 1, unlike em others. And in the back, you can see all the workers happily make cupcakes. If you're looking for a great cupcake shop in Boston, this may be your place. As long as you avoid Sweet, you will probably enjoy whatever gourmet cupcake you are eating
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Melissa F.
NOM NOM NOM I love sweets, especially cupcakes, so when I heard Georgetown was coming to Newbury street I was jumping for joy. No really, it was actually kind of embarrassing but whatevs. Their cupcake flavors are all delicious and there are some very creative ones on the menu. I like that it rotates so it's not the same menu every.single.day . Which could get kind of boring when you only serve cupcakes. The cakes themselves are perfect, not too moist and not too dry. Their frostings are amazing too. I think they're whipped or something because they are light and fluffy and not overly sweet. Winning Well priced at $2.75 a pop for some bangin cupcakes. Sweet couldn't even begin to compare itself to Georgetown. Newbury street was in desperate need of this place. Now if only Georgetown would put a store in the Longwood area life would be complete.
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Beth J.
While stroling Newbury street, my friend and I stumbled apon the new georgetown cupcakes location. After Lila C. recommended it on a recent Washington DC, I knew I needed to try it. The quaint store featured about 15 flavors of perfectly decorated cupcakes. The upbeat music and friendly staff made me immedately feel welcome Let me preface the food part of this review with I have MAJOR sweet tooth and probably a higher tolance for sweet tastes than most. I ordered the chocolate birthday cupcake - the cake was perfectly moist and the frosting was buttery and very sweet. I loved it! My friend ordered the red velvet - their traditional, best selling cupcake featured moist cake and a tangy cream cheese frosting. Georgetown Cupcakes far surpassed my expectations! My only disappointment is that Georgetown Cupcakes doesn't have a location closer to my home in Minneapolis - probably best for my waistline. :)
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Jovanna O.
First time here, definitely a fan! I wish there was one in Dallas
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Lindsay M.
I really wanted to absolutely love this place because I love the show and I love cupcakes but I have to say that I've had much better cupcakes come out of my own kitchen. I had the carrot cake cupcake and while the frosting was really good, I think there was way too much of it for such a small cupcake. The cupcake was also rather dry and lacked the normal carrot cake flavoring. I may give them another try because I would like to see how their key lime cupcake tastes.
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Lindsay S.
I'm a cupcake snob. However I will say Georgetown is worth the TV hype. Especially because they have a gluten free cupcake that is lava fudge. It is filled with a delicious chocolate fudge that oozes out when you bite into it. The price of 2.75 is pretty good considering other places like sweet are 3$ and more, but I wish they had more to offer for the regular every day cupcakes. You do not need like 5 variations of chocolate and vanilla cupcakes. Another problem is the long line out the door. If they figured out how to accommodate more people in the store that would be better.
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Nora L.
Georgetown Cupcakes is great. Very clean, simple designs (both the storefront and the cupcakes) with yummy cupcakes. They alternate flavors everyday, with some staples that are always available. I've tried the red velvet, carrot cake, lemon berry, chocolate and mint cookies & cream. Some are better than others but all are very good. I esp. liked the carrot cake. The frosting is sweet, but not overwhelmingly so like many other cupcake places. Cons: - There isn't much table room and it does get crowded.. so not the place to go to have a cupcake and chat. - Prices are comparable to others in the area but still pretty high.. @2.75 for just one cupcake.
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Brian C.
Great little cupcake place with delicious, moist, perfectly sized morsels. With the popularity of cupcakes these days, it's difficult to find cupcakes that aren't too dry, too bready, and too large. These cupcakes are really quite perfect. I really enjoyed the key lime and red velvet cupcakes, topped with a creamy, buttery frosting. Quite possibly some of the best cupcakes I've had. The service there was friendly and warm as well.
(5)
Man M.
Wow! Cupcakes you can really enjoy! Soft, moist, flavorful. Not too sweet, just the right size... Will try again.
(4)
Joe T.
Wonderful! I'm shocked to learn that this place really is worth all the hype! Living in DC, I'd always see long lines outside the Georgetown Cupcake location there and I declined to go in b/c I thought, "There are so many other cupcake places on this street. Why wait in line?" When we found the Georgetown Cupcake location in Boston, though, where the line was much more manageable, my friends and I decided to check it out. Wow! Georgetown Cupcake really is all it's cracked up to be! I got the vegan apple spice cupcake. Mmmm. The frosting on top was so creamy, it kind of seemed to be melting into the cake as I ate it. Something seemed naughty about the whole experience. The cake part tasted like something my mother would make in our kitchen--varying from very moist in the center to crispy on the top edges. The whole thing was small but, as my friend pointed out, so sweet that it left you satisfied. I highly recommend this place.
(4)
Lynn J.
SOOooo Happy to have a new shop on Newbury Street... that is NOT A RESTAURANT, SALON or CLOTHING STORE! Visited their VIP Party with bakery bathed in pink lights... Attended Grand Opening with FREE CUPCAKES! Here are my CUPCAKE FLAVOR RATINGS, with my faves first: BANANA SPLIT...5 STARS, Loads of frosting & surprise center! Fruity, sweet frosting, moist, banana cupcake & chocolate fudge middle! CHOCOLATE COCONUT...5 STARS, lots of coconut & light, whipped marshmellow frosting. It reminded me of a "Snowball!" BERRY LIME...5 STARS, heaps of hot pink, tart-n-tasty frosting! CHOCOLATE 2...5 STARS, dark chocolate cake & lots of frosting... like having a piece of soft, rich chocolate fudge on top! CHERRY CHEESECAKE...5 STARS, whipped, tart, cream cheese frosting on a cheesecake cupcake with real cherries and a graham cracker crust! SALTED CARAMEL...5 STARS, slightly salty, super sweet... a perfect balance to satisfy all your taste buds at the same time. (...and PERFECT for cravings during *that* time of the month!) PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE...5 STARS, rich & ravishing WHITE CHOCOLATE RASBERRY...4 STARS, slightly tart, white, rasberry frosting on what tasted like a moist, rasberry muffin...very light. CINNAMON...4 STARS, full flavor frosting, but vanilla cake LAVENDER EARL GREY...4 STARS, piled high, full bodied, purple frosting on a mildly tart, mint green cupcake. RED VELVET...4 STARS, moist & memorable MOCHA...4 STARS, coffee, cream cheese frosting piled high STRAWBERRY...4 STARS, full fruit flavor & plenty of frosting. MARBLE BROWNIE FUDGE...3 STARS, ideal for those who can't handle the full-on chocolate overload of their "Chocolate 2". YELLOW SUNSHINE...3 STARS, vanilla cake w/ lots of orange frosting. CHOCOLATE GANACHE...3 STARS, not enough ganache (eat this cupcake upside down to taste the thin top layer.) CHOCOLATE 3...3 STARS, very little frosting or extra taste STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE...2 STARS, not even a cupcake! Only a mini cheesecake, on a crumb base. No frosting. No Strawberries. No cupcake. No consistency. I gave the "Cherry Cheesecake" 5 stars, as it was nothing like this. BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE...2 STARS, see "Strawberry" above it! BOSTON CREAM PIE...2 STARS, no Boston Cream filling? A too thin layer of icing w/ a 1/2 Tsp of vanilla jelly-like stuff. GREEN MONSTAH...2 STARS, Stains your teeth Hulk Green! The frosting doesn't getcha', but the deep green cupcake crumbs will be lingering between your chompers until you brush them out. The cake was a bit dry, lacking in flavor & featured no fillings. I'll review each flavor as I try them...*smile*. PRICE: $2.75 per cupcake, or $15 for 6 & $30 for 12 small cupcakes. Unfortunately, this is average for Newbury street, Boston. DEAL: 100 FREE CUPCAKES PER DAY to the 1st 100 Twitter Followers who request the SECRET FLAVOR! Grab a menu to take home with you, as they offer different special flavors on specific days.
(5)
Moises F.
Delicious cupcakes with a great variety. I always have to stop for one or two cupcakes whenever I am walking in Newbury. I tried the new salted caramel cupcake the last time I was and it was amazing. The only problem with this place is that it doesn't have proper seating. All what it offers is one table at the entrance. Sometimes I like to take a break from walking and shopping in Newbury but then Georgetown wouldn't be the place for me cause I can't enjoy my coffee and the cupcake standing!
(4)
Lauren M.
I was so excited to have stumbled upon Georgetown Cupcakes while walking down Newbury street. I stopped in for a chai latte and a chocolate cupcake. The cupcake was definitely not worth the hype. It was.... A cupcake. I could make better. The latte was borderline gross, as it just tasted like overly sweetened milk. The shop is very cute. The workers are very friendly. We've all seen Georgetown Cupcakes on tv, so it's kind of neat.... But when it comes down to it, the cupcake was just a cupcake, and not an extraordinary one at that.
(2)
Kimmy U.
Moist cake and incredible cream cheese frosting!!! I am soo excited for this place Since moving to Boston, I've come here 3 times already! (and the gym even more so that I can keep coming back) These cupcakes are DEEELICIOUS. The best post-test/quiz/midterm treat one could ask for :] I haven't tried any of their regular flavors because they don't sound that exciting to me, but boy are their special or monthly flavors amazing! If you are a fan of lemon, definitely try their lemon cupcake. Not super tart/sour, but a nice balance. I can't wait to try the lemon berry! I've also tried the red velvet (OMG.), pumpkin spice, chocolate hazlenut, maple crunch, and mint oreo. Their pumpkin spice is one of the best pumpkin anything's I've ever had. It comes with a maple flavored cream cheese frosting = heaven in my mouth. The chocolate hazlenut, maple crunch and mint oreo were just ok compared to the other ones. It seems hit or miss though sometimes with the moistness of the cake. I've been pretty lucky with most of mine though Everyday they have their regular flavors. And then each day, they have a list of special flavors. Then, each month they have a few extra special flavors that they have every day. I know, confusing.. but there's a cute little menu you can look at while you wait in line. OR, you can just take it home and post it on your fridge so you can decide beforehand what you want and which day of the week you want to go *cough-I'm not obsessed, I swear-* But seriously. You MUST try this place if you are in town Beats Sprinkles any day for me! There's always a line, but I've gone during off hours around 4 or 5 and there wasn't a very big line. But since they're kinda new, it seems like word is getting around town are more people are discovering it. I plan to take anyone who visits me here!!
(5)
Nancy H.
Cupcakes! The craze!!! These are superb. I had them in DC and when they came here, had them again with some friends. I've tried their chocolate^2, chocolate^3, chocolate ganache, red velvet, chocolate hazelnut, and vanilla & chocolate. I'm aiming to try their whole line. Challenge accepted. The red velvet has been consistently good, their prices are fair, and their sizing for cupcakes just right. The cake is always always moist and dense enough to hold up to the frosting. I recommend the red velvet, chocolate^2, vanilla & chocolate, and chocolate hazelnut if you're a hazelnut fan. Best to eat them right when you buy them. Enjoy!
(5)
Katie W.
Georgetown Cupcakes has the best chocolate ganache cupcakes! I've tried maybe 10+ flavors now, and chocolate ganache is still my favorite. If you want something non-chocolate, get the carrot cupcake. You can't go wrong with either of those flavors. If you want something on the sweeter side, the key lime pie is pretty good. The seasonal earl gray lavender cupcake is decent too. Cupcake: $2.75
(5)
Parson H.
I love Georgetown Cupcake. So much that I wish I could give it a 5. However, this location doesn't live up to the standard of the DC location. The DC location is where I first tried these cupcakes and I was hooked. Sure there's a line out the door, but you walk in and the smell overtakes you. The cupcakes are super light and moist with the most amazing frosting. You see them as they are coming out of oven and being frosted. For some reason the same thing is not happening here in Boston. I know Red Velvet is the most difficult flavor to master. Particularly since famous red velvet is done southern style and most people fail at this. But the cupcakes here in Boston's version of GC aren't consistent. Don't get me wrong they are better than every other shop in the vicinity including all the ones listed on other people's reviews here (trust me if they sell cupcakes in NYC or Boston I've tried them). They still are not as good as the original and that's an issue for me. Also, would it kill the people to make sure the cupcakes are pressed all the way down in the hole. Two times with cupcakes rolling all over the place (and note other poster's photos of disaster cupcakes) keeps me telling the person packing every time to "make sure they are pushed all the way down in the box holes."
(3)
Imran G.
Wazzap back bay? I tried convincing my fiancee that we should go to Back Bay and explore the area since we're new in town. I've already been here, so I know how upscale it is, but my fiancee did not. Of course, it wasn't until she found out about Georgetown that she finally decided to take a trip here with me. We have a pretty established rubric for almost any cupcake shop, grab a Red Velvet and rate it on the following: -Icing, perfect balance of sweetness and flavor with all the right weight, texture-wise, the icing didn't get stuck to the palate. -Texture of the cake, perfectly moist on the inside, didn't feel like I was eating sand at all. -Fluffiness, something I noticed and really liked was how compact and heavy it felt. I am not a fan of super fluffy cakes as it becomes difficult to eat with a fork. This cupcake on the other hand spared the fluffiness for maximum convenience. -Overall, everything was good, but nothing was particularly outstanding. I'm not entirely about this place, definitely warrants another visit, but for now I'm sticking with 4-star. The other flavor we tried, Lavender Earl Grey Tea, was also easily forgettable. Also, not quite sure what the naming is about, Chocolate Birthday, Vanilla Birthday, Lavender Earl Grey Tea, Susen G. Komen Foundation. Can I request the following flavors: Super Bowl, Imran's Birthday, Obama, Red Bull, Gucci? Sure those all sound like fantastic causes and events, but it doesn't tell me anything about what sort of taste I should expect.
(4)
Kathleen W.
We taste tested red velvet. (Very good). And peanut butter. (Outstanding). Service was quick and pleasant. We went back twice in three days! Birthday cake flavors were nothing special
(4)
Sharon O.
Salted caramel and I.... we are in love. It's a match made in heaven. So how excited was I to hear about its deliciousness in cupcake form? Very. Two loves combined. But ah, salted caramel cupcake! You have eluded me for almost a year... being too far away from my location upon travels to DC. Then, you surprise me and open a store up in Boston! Yes there are other cupcakeries that offer salted caramel cupcakes... please tell me where they are! Until now, its been far too far away. Lucky for me, my birthday was after the opening of Georgetown cupcake and a beloved coworker knew of my salted caramel plight and happened to live close to the store. And salted caramel was one of the flavor offerings ON my birthday... it is fate (salted caramel on Tues and Sat). Verdict: delicious! The caramel and salt are definitely there... the frosting was outstanding texture... none of that over shortening nonsense. (That being said, it wasn't overly salty... which ruins the flavor for me and which I've experienced, unfortunately elsewhere in milkshake form. So if you're looking for that type of thing I can let you know the salt is more balanced here with the caramel!) The cake was incredibly moist and also tasted like there was caramel in it unless that was me getting caught up in the frosting! I've got to tell you I'm usually more of a cupcake cake part kind of person where I'll scrape most of the frosting off and just daintily dip the cake part into the frosting due to most frostings being underwhelming or too overloaded. Here I wanted to gobble all the frosting up! At 2.75 per cupcake, I need to make a trip to the store myself.... hopefully I'll waver to try some other flavors instead of all salted c all the time... peanut butter frosting is another weakness of mine so stay tuned for updates!
(4)
Cathy S.
I liked the cupcakes. I can't stand the TV show associated with these cupcakes. Fortunately they are mutually exclusive. We saw a bit of a line up onto Newbury and asked a couple of ladies what they were waiting for. I was told that if you tell Georgetown Cupcakes what the secret flavour of the day is, in this case Chocolate Salted Caramel, you get a free cupcake. Free cupcakes are a good thing and was worth a few minutes of our time. As good loss leader promotions do, we ended up buying 4 more cupcakes to make half a dozen. We selected the pumpkin, the maple walnut, the honey banana and the toffee crunch. All in all we were impressed with the frostings; they all had very nice unique flavor and were creamy, without being overly sweet. The cakes were moist and had a pleasant texture. The shop is bright and attractive, but there is exactly one table for eating-in so I assume that they don't want people hanging around after their purchase. Georgetown Cupcakes is still a distant second from my favorite, Molly's on Bleecker in NYC yelp.ca/biz/mollys-cupca… .
(4)
Sara K.
delicious salted caramel cupcake-the best I've had. not very much seating tho so you might have to wait for someone to finish or go somewhere else to eat. $3/cupcake $16.50 half dozen $32 dozen
(4)
Cath M.
Yes... I am going to be that token person that won't give 4 or 5 stars... Sorry fellow Yelpers... Boss and I trekked here from the Sheraton (normally I wouldn't complain with the distance, but when its that humid and muggy... where I'm just standing and sweats of bullet is dripping off me... yah... not cool!) Walked in a later after lunch and of course it was packed. I ended up getting a chocolate2 and a white chocolate raspberry cupcakes. FIrst bite of the white chocolate raspberry: I think my dentist back in Cali just had a heart attack... UBER sweet! The frosting was just too damn sweet that after awhile, I started getting headaches. I ended up eating the cake part and by then my taste buds were destroyed. I ate the chocolate a little while (after one of my sessions HOW Design) and that was a lot better. The chocolate icing was dark... and it wasn't as sweet as the first one I had. I liked the cake as well... I didn't get any headaches so that was good. Anyway... its just ok. I'm still biased with Sprinkles back in the Bay.
(3)
Juan F.
I walked past this place and was surprised to see how crowded and jam packed it was. I was on my way to dinner but after seeing so many people linning up for cupcakes, I decided to get some before dinner! I got 4 red velvet cupcakes. The cupcakes are really small but nicely decorated. They are really moist and with the perfect amount of sweetness. The service here is really fast and friendly as well! They have so many people working that the line is constantly on the move. Definitely coming back if I crave sweets!
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Hannah M.
Wandered around Boston during a business trip & fell into this place. I remember watching the reality TV shows 'DC cupcakes' a few years ago & wanted to see what all the hype was about. Holy crap rich deliciousness. I chose salty caramel & if my stomach was big enough I could've seriously eaten a dozen of these in one setting & not cared about the stomachache to follow. Rich & sweet dense cake with fluffy flavorful frosting drizzled with homemade caramel. I am definitely a believer in the hype now & so wish they would come to Columbus! I don't care how fat my ass would get; It would be well worth it. I love the decor, lighting, friendly staff & most of all the cupcake. I don't know how they get that perfect crust around the edge of the paper lining but it was the perfect little crunch amongst the moist cake & delectable frosting! Will most definitely be back to place if ever in Boston again"
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Victoria H.
This is the type of cupcakes that the hipster who shop on Newbury street. They are ever so moist and rich. It goes great with a cup of ice green tea (if you like tea, more then coffee) However, it's not like the awesome cupcake joint that a mention before (Kickass cupcakes). But if you a cupcake place really bad, then this place is to close by. Then this is the best chic cupcake place to be.
(4)
Jenene Y.
Had to give them a try while on vacation in Boston. They were pretty good, average. The staff was friendly and enjoyed their hospitality. Needs to be a bit more moist, not sure if it was because it was late in the day.
(3)
Wini H.
I'd say 4.4 is a more accurate number. There's usually a long line out the door, and for good reason. Having sampled a number of cupcakeries, I think Georgetown does the best job overall. The cake itself is delicious and not overly sweet--it's never stale and has a good crumb while staying tender. The icing--and I used to swear that I hated buttercream, probably because the Asian bakeries I was raised on do a bad job--is light, fluffy, and for me personally, is just under the line where it goes from perfectly sweet to getting-too-sweet. Plus it never has that hard shell you get from leaving your cupcakes out all day. Then there's the occasional delicious filling and fondant pieces on top (people have always told me fondant is gross, but Georgetown's is the first I've ever tasted and I can say it's pretty good. If you don't like it, it's such a small piece on top, you can take it off). Together, it makes a near perfect cupcake. The coffee drinks are pretty good too. I think I had something like a frozen mocha once and finished it before I reached the Hynes T station. Getting the milk is highway robbery though. If you're buying the cupcakes and don't mind saving them for later, just take them to go. They have very convenient boxes for transporting the cupcakes without damaging them, if you're going to get that many (which I recommend you do. The more you get, the more of a discount they come at, and you can freeze them in a sealed container temporarily. Obviously it won't be as fresh as the day you bought them, but once they reach room temp again, they're pretty close.) The little shop is tiny and cutely decorated, with minimal seating (so you will rarely ever get to sit down on the spot and eat your cupcakes). If you do snag the spot in the back, you get to watch someone work on the cupcakes. It's pretty fun. You can check their website for the special rotation of flavors they do both on a day-to-day basis and monthly. Inexplicably I've come in and they don't have these out though, so I've had to get one of their usual flavors. This isn't really a problem for me because they're all excellent (my friend declared his first cupcake from Georgetown, an all vanilla-one, the best he's ever had), but maybe call ahead to see if they have any if you're looking for one in particular. About half a star off for the price of those crackilicious cupcakes and for not having more open registers, although I'm sure it costs a lot to have a storefront on Newbury Street.
(4)
T T W.
Review is solely based on my consumption of the vanilla/vanilla and red velvet/cream cheese. I normally don't even like red velvet and it was good! The vanilla cake was SO fluffy and like other reviewers have said, the frosting's texture is PERFECT. Airy, but not too airy, and just enough sugary sweetness. I work right across the street from this place . . . kind of want to get pregnant again just so I can eat one of these cupcakes every single day!
(5)
Ariana Z.
With all the hype, I was expecting something completely mind-blowing. Note: not a cupcake person. I tried the famous red velvet cupcake, as well as the coconut flavor, the blueberry cheesecake, and one flavor I let the guy taking my order decide. He picked the chocolate hazelnut one. The only one that is worth mentioning is the cheesecake one (that's totally not even a cupcake) and that's because I love cheesecake. Everything else was decently average. The icing was overwhelming, I ended up removing the icing off all the cupcakes after eating the first one. I guess it's just not my thing.
(3)
Amy D.
3.5 stars but rounding down due to the long wait. I've been fans of Sophie and Katherine for a while now (and their show, DC Cupcakes), and have really been wanting to try their cupcakes. I almost splurged and purchased them online, but the delivery fees were pretty high. I saw they opened a location in Boston not too long ago, so decided to stop by during my trip. There was a line about 20 people deep around 5pm on a Sunday afternoon (on Labor Day weekend). The line moved pretty slowly even though the cashiers take your order first, and then you wait for it to be filled on the side. The hold up, from what I could see, was that there weren't enough boxes built, and the person had to build their own box and grab their own cupcakes. It would have worked a lot faster if one person built up boxes and the other person just filled. In any case, we ordered: -Peanut Butter Fudge (Valrhona Chocolate Cupcake w/A Fudge Core Topped w/A Peanut Butter Frosting and Fudge Star Drizzle, $2.75, yelp.com/biz_photos/geor… ): This cupcake was nice and moist, but the frosting was really, really sweet. I felt a couple cavities develop after my first bite, and had to brush off at least half of the frosting. I liked that you could taste the peanut butter, but I wouldn't order this flavor again. -Vanilla Squared (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Cupcake w/A Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting Topped w/A Fondant Flower, $2.75, yelp.com/biz_photos/geor… ): Yum! I loved that you could see the flecks of vanilla bean in the cake, but the frosting on this was also too sweet. I would still get this flavor again though. Overall, Georgetown Cupcake seems to have some good flavors, and some not so good flavors. Also, the quality of the cupcakes in this location didn't seem to be up to the standards of their flagship location, as some of the cupcakes had baked unevenly, and although the signature frosting swirl was there, a lot of the frostings were crooked and/or not centered on the cupcake correctly. I also thought their cupcakes tasted a lot like Kara's Cupcakes (located in the SF Bay Area), which was interesting. In any case, I would come to Georgetown Cupcakes if I were in the area and there wasn't much of a line, but I wouldn't go out of my way to get a cupcake from here. Parking in this area is pretty terrible, but I saw a lot of cars double parked illegally.
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Lil M.
Had a red velvet cupcake. Frosting is waaaaay too sweet, and the cheese tasted artificial. Disappointing.
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Matt U.
A Cupcake Haiku: Cupcake, I Love You Coconut, Chocolate, Yum Please Jump In My Mouth Upon entering, your senses are tantilized by the smell of magic and the sight of true beauty as cupcakes are stacked feet high behind the glass. Akin to a child peering through the window at a toy store around Christmas, those who love their elevated blood sugar will find both bliss and rest in this wonderland of high glycemicly indexed treasures. Seriously, the cupcakes here are legit. We had a coconut frosted chocolate delight and a fudge swirl cupcake and both were spectacular. The frosting if piled high and simply splendid. One cupcakes sets you back a few bucks and is worth twice the price. For an extra 50 cents they'll pack them up for later so you can relive the glory that is cupcake any time you like! We went around 10:30 ( yes 10:30 is cupcake time) and got in and out in about 5 minutes. Very friendly staff with an eeriliy high cupcake IQ! Not a lot of seating, but the cafe next door is a great spot to grap a coffee and a seat outside on which to enjoy your new cake friends!
(5)
Emily L.
Georgetown Cupcakes has NO CUSTOMER SERVICE! Today is my sweet little daughter's 4 month birthday. We have been celebrating with Georgetown Cupcakes each month as someone brought them to me in the hospital when she was born and they brought such happy memories for us. I didn't make it over there today with my little one because it was snowing and freezing so my husband called ahead from work, said he was racing over there in a taxi (from the hospital he had been working at for 14 hours today) and got there right at 9PM only for them to lock the doors and ignore him!!! He stood out in the cold and when one of the numerous workers still there came to the door at 9:05PM, they refused to sell him anything "since the register was closed". What kills me is that he showed them a picture of our little girl and they STILL SENT HIM AWAY to look for a taxi to head home empty-handed! I would have gone back tomorrow to pay for them! They could have even just given him one instead of wrapping up todays cupcakes to sell tomorrow and I still would have been sure to pay for it at a later date. I was also wrongly under the impression that they were made fresh daily but I guess not. Well, the monthly cupcake celebration with Georgetown Cupcakes is dead since they are heartless people and they don't deserve our business!!! I admit that their cupcakes taste good but so do many other cupcakes shops in the city that have decent customer service!
(1)
A T.
I really wanted to love GT cupcakes but just couldn't. While they have a great selection of over 8 different cupcakes, they didn't amount to much. We sampled four different ones (red velvet; pumpkin; salty Carmel; and chocolate). All were dry and soo sugary. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't refuse a cupcake if presented with one, but I stand loyal to sprinkles.
(3)
Vaia K.
I'm not a big cupcake person but I dream of Georgetown cupcakes. Red velvet and salted caramel flavors are a must try. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Alana C.
I really don't want to like these cupcakes, because I find the television show extremely irritating, but I have to throw my 4 stars behind them! The cupcake craze is huge everywhere and I've had many a cupcake between Toronto and Boston. Last time I was in Boston, I tried out Sweet. I found them far too sweet for my liking. Georgetown Cupcake provided a good balance. The cake was soft, fluffy and moist. The icing was not overly sickening, but still sweet enough. My only complaint, is that there wasn't more cake as opposed to icing. I'm more of a cake gal myself and could stand to scrape half the icing off. I was very happy with my cupcake and so was my mom. Will be back for sure!
(4)
Jim R.
This place has gone downhill...over a cliff actually. The cupcakes are still good, but the management is incompetent. Last time we were there we got 2 dozen cupcakes and they would only give us one bag...that's right, they refused to give us a second bag! Tonight we went there and even though it was over an hour before closing time, they had only 2 cupcakes left. One was "vegan apple" and the other was "milk chocolate birthday". They're a cupcake shop and they run out of cupcakes? Sounds like poor management to me.
(1)
Jeanny C.
I am not a cupcake person, but I will definitely have one or two from Georgetown Cupcakes! I have tried Crumbs and other recommending dessert places around NYC, it was too sweet for my taste and rather feels fattening after engulfing on their cupcakes, almost make you don't want to eat for the rest of the week. However, Georgetown cupcakes keep it light, moist, and just enough flavors! It is definitely ultra moist inside, the kind you experience from watching so many episodes of Cupcake Wars on the Food Network. Amazing! My favorite is the Lavender Earl Gray (the purple color ones). Loved Earl gray tea to begin with, but in a cupcake form equals awesomeness. You can smell and taste it in the cupcake. The designs of the cupcakes are so cute, almost makes you want to not eat it just so you can keep it around to look at it, but hey, take a photo, it lasts longer. Since it just opened in Boston, they have a line outside. But late mid-day they were out of most of the poplar choices. So be prepare to wait in line on a summer day, choose a couple of flavors you want to try just incase the one you really want runs out and enjoy the sweet things in life! Definitely worth trying it!
(5)
Kevin K.
The cupcakes they serve are always fresh and tasty. However, they lack few staffs short or lack management, causing customers wait too long. There's only 1 staff that's making coffees and package the cupcakes at the same time, when there are several people lining at the door.
(4)
Jamie P.
I ordered cupcakes for my cousin's Bridal Shower from here! They delivered them promptly and the cupcakes were amazing!!!! I ordered them wrapped in indiviual boxes and they were tied with a ribbon! Everyone loved them!!! The only reason that I give them a 4 instead of a 5, was the very first time I called, the lady wasn't helpful. She just said, order them online. A few days later, I spoke to a girl named Erica and she was extremely helpful and I was able to order over the phone with her!!
(4)
Allison R.
I love Georgetown Cupcakes. Unlike other local cupcake joints they are moist and have about a million flavors. I'm gluten free and those cupcakes were delicious! The staff are great also.
(5)
Kimberly B.
The smell of this place alone is enough to make your mouth water. The display of cupcakes as you walk in is absolutely breathtaking. After a lot of pondering we decided to get a half dozen for $16.50. We finally decided on chocolate coconut, salted caramel, chocolate peanut butter fudge, red velvet, cookies and cream and a chocolate birthday. I just ate the red velvet in the car as we're driving home. Absolutely amazing!! The frosting was out of this world and the little red heart just melts in your mouth. With the cupcakes priced at $3.00 each it is certainly not a spot I would stop by everyday, however for weekend vacationers like us it's a must have. I can't wait to try our other flavors and return in June for more. Yummy!
(5)
Eva L.
love it love it love it. The salted caramel cupcake was AMAZING!~~~ Their cupcakes are not too sweet, which is great. Other than salted caramel, I also got lavender earl grey teacake, double chocolate birthday cake, vanilla, and coconut. The teacake is a brilliant idea. It looks pretty and was tasty.
(5)
Graceypoo M.
My favorites: coconut cupcake (the best!!!!!) carrot cake any cupcake with lemon or orange. they're also so pretty to look at but even better to eat!
(4)
Kim B.
cute place. not crazy pricy but i got the salted caramel cupcake. it was yum!
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A M.
They were all tasty...but I handled them with kid gloves. They were in the dozen box with the holders. When we opened they were almost all on their side...neatly? Idk if were put in this way.
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Chris S.
I have oddly never been to the Georgetown Cupcake that is in Georgetown. I happened upon this Georgetown Cupcake by accident and had no idea that they had expanded. As I was walking down Newbury, I noticed that there was no line at all for Georgetown Cupcake which is odd because the one in DC is always packed, I figured while this isn't the original place it was close enough so I might as well take advantage of the lack of people clamoring to try these cupcakes. I picked up a strawberry cupcake and while it was tasty and moist, I just don't get the hype. Yes it was a good cupcake but I'm not standing in a long line at anytime in the future to get one of their cupcakes. Nice cupcake shop with very friendly staff but it is just that a nice cupcake but far from spectacular or worth all the hype.
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Lisa P.
I stopped by here last Friday after work (around 4pm) and there was a line of about 50 people out the door! I decided to wait it out because I was in charge of bringing dessert to a friend's house and didn't have time to bake, so I took out my Kindle and was ready for a long wait. Fortunately, the cupcake shop is so efficient the whole experience didn't take longer than 15-20 minutes. A pleasant employee handed out menus to everyone in line outside and answered any questions. He monitored how many people were going in and out so as to avoid crowding in the store. Once in the shop, the line goes by the display case of beautiful cupcakes so by the time you get to the counter you know exactly what you'd like to order. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and the cupcakes were delicious (although just a little too much frosting for my taste). I recommend the Strawberry or Lemon as they informed me they get fresh fruit in every morning to make the cupcakes. I will definitely go back, although I will probably wait until the hype dies down a little..
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Anne W.
Just fair warning.. not a cupcake person but I can recognize good food. I was on Newbury Street and thought.. hey, there is that line for Georgetown cupcakes.. I wonder if it's really that good. I am not a person who likes overly sweet things.. I appreciate more fruit sweetness than sugary sweetness. But I do love chocolate. So seriously.. they are from Georgetown. So, the name makes sense. There is a line because of the fire hazard of having too many people in the shop. Don't worry.. it's only a five minute wait max. The shop is cute, modern, and clean... I went with the red velvet as that was recommended over their seasonal strawberry cupcake. I thought the fondant was actually quite good.. rich, sweet, but not overly so. The red velvet was moist but I didn't think tasted that good. Not that sweet... I think the fondant was the better part of the cupcake. So I think the cupcake did put me on a sugar high.. gave me a crash and made me overly tired. For $2.75... I dunno about that. Maybe I'll try Crumbs next but it seems overly sweet which is not my cup of tea either.
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Hayden H.
Best gluten free cupcakes you can get anywhere. Don't expect them to be cheap but definitely worth a try at least once.
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Alexandra N.
Every now and then, something comes along that shatters the way you see the world, and I am here today to tell you my story. There are hundreds of epic, tragic romances in our world: Romeo and Juliet, Tristan and Isolde, Bella and Edward, Kim and Kanye. I never understood it - what kind of power could convince someone to betray one's duty, one's family? Looking back, I am shocked at how naive I was. A child who didn't understand the power of true love. Everything changed in one moment, the moment I stepped into Georgetown Cupcake. I saw it there immediately, the Red Velvet cupcake, blending into a faceless crowd of chocolate and vanilla. I was instantly humbled, what was this feeling radiating from my bones? After a flustered moment, I paid $3 and received the cupcake, taking a moment to appreciate it's carefully structured shape. The icing on top, like a delicate cloud covering a deep, passionate red sponge cake like a silk sheet rests perfectly over two lovers. I was unprepared for what would come next. As I bit into this glorious dessert, I heard angels singing, and felt as though the world had stopped. The icing had faint hints of cream cheese and was as light as I had dreamed. The cake below was soft and smooth, like it's namesake. I was blown away. Like all tragic romances, mine had to end. I held back tears as I disposed of what was left of my love, an empty shell of a cupcake, made of paper. We weren't the same people we were before. It couldn't go on. A part of me will always be with that red velvet cupcake, and all good things must end. Georgetown Cupcake made me believe in love - made me understand love. It is truly a five star establishment.
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Ramona Q.
The cake part was mild and somewhat dry, easily overpowered by the frosting. It was enjoyable, but not worth the price and not any better than a homemade cupcake. I'm excited when Georgetown Cupcakes show up at a work function, but I would not go out of my way to purchase them.
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Dave K.
Ugh, I'm weak. I made a second visit in less than a week because I wanted to try some of Friday's cupcakes. Lava Fudge: So good. It has a fudge core that is very, very rich; I just wish there was more of it, even though that wouldn't really be possible given the small size of their cupcakes! Chocolate PB Chip: Jesus. Best one I've tried yet. We've already established that their peanut butter frosting is delicious, but in addition to that, this cupcake also has peanut butter chips IN it! So rich, and so good. My only disappointments with this place so far have been the cupcakes that feature chocolate ganache icing. It just doesn't compare to the buttercream or cream cheese frosting and is far too "light" for a lover of rich chocolate like me. For that reason, I found the Chocolate Hazelnut and Boston Creme to be pretty underwhelming, and wouldn't get them again. Alright, I think I'll distance myself from this place until July when I need to go back to try the Marble Brownie Fudge. Wait, July is in like a week... crap.
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Sally T.
Words could not explain how excited I was to hear that Georgetown Cupcakes was coming to Boston. I had seen their TV show before and was always curious to try thei cupcakes to see what all the hype was about. Luckily for me, I have a good friend from DC who had gone back for the weekend, I asked him to bring me back a Red Velvet Cupcake (their signature and most famous flavor) and HOLY EFFING goodness. Pure Perfection. Their cupcakes are super moist yet buttery and delicious. The cream cheese frosting is sweet (but not too sweet) and creamy. I had no problem scarfing mine down in no time. When they opened on Newbury, I visited and tried 4 other flavors (Lemon Blossom, Chocolate Hazelnut, Mocha and Cookies & Creme) also extremely delicious. Seriously, no description could portray how yummy and delicious these cupcakes are! Definitely a must try for all cupcake/sweet lovers and at $2.75/cupcake, you really have nothing to lose.
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Ayelet R.
The Red Velvet is kind of overrated. It's not bad by any means, but in a sea of Red Velvet Cupcakes it hardly stands out. The Chocolate Lava Cupcake, on the other hand, is where it's at and out of all the ones I've tried, by far the clear champion. Also, they won't sell cupcakes from the display - they were out of Coconut but still refused to give us one of the display ones. Still trying to figure out if they're that worried about their precious display or if they're all just fake... The rest of the cupcakes aren't all that amazing, but I would totally stand in line again for the Chocolate Lava.
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Chris Z.
Brings back [sweet] memories of DC! Good cupcakes, fun flavors, and really cute.. Can't really ask for more with cupcakes. Perfect for a birthday or celebration! I normally go for the chocolate squared or chocolate with vanilla icing, but the lemon and salted caramel are also good!
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Kathy Y.
Banana split cupcake!! Don't let this cupcake's Plain Jane looks deceive you. It is DEE-LICIOUS. I'm guessing that the frosting has a cream cheese base, but somehow it's made to taste like actual ice cream, especially with the thin caramel coating. I dislike frosting, but serious bravo to this one. The cake flavor is intensely banana, and the chocolate jelly filling (surprise!) complements the sweet fruitiness of the banana and the savory icing. As for the shop, it only has one round table. It's a quick grab-and-go location for busy shoppers. Line is long, but it moves quickly, so go for it!
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K. Brooke Z.
If you can-Avoid the 3:30 rush when everyone orders their specialty drinks. It is worth the wait though! The inside is pretty cramped, and the line can get unruly. However the cupcake selection is good, and always has seasonal picks which keep you on your toes. The prices are good, and fairly average for the area. The service has always been pleasant as well.
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Olivia B.
Great red velvet cupcake! Light but still filling. The cream cheese frosting is not overly sweet, and the cake didn't taste like food coloring, as red velvet cake tends to. The lemon cupcake was also good, but I was hoping for more of a lemon taste. I highly recommend this place.
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Gen R.
I literally ate 5 salted caramel cupcakes in one sitting. Enough said.
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Inês L.
The frosting on the vegan carrot cake cupcake is out. of. this. world.
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Tiffany C.
Overrated. I've had Sprinkles and Sweet cupcakes. I would say in comparison, Georgetown doesn't beat either. They're very hyped up as being the best cupcakes in DC and wherever else but in Boston, Sweet is #1 and much better by far. Sweet cupcakes have also won the best of Boston for many years. I find Georgetown cupcakes to be way too overly sweet. It just tastes like sugar dumped cupcakes. That and the lines are always lined up down the street/road. Not exactly sure why.... Especially as there's never any seating available inside or outside the store. And the employees aren't exactly the friendliest bunch in the world either. So three stars. I would only give Georgetown cupcakes 4 stars for presentation and large variety of selection. But for taste you guys get s 3 to 3.5, sorry!!
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Li S.
The cupcakes here are very light and fluffy, which I like! The frosting is also just as light and the flavors are so tasty! I usually get half a dozen with the chocolate birthday cake cupcake, strawberry, carrot cake, red velvet, and banana (if I go there on t he right day). There's usually a line so feed the meter for 1/2 hr if you want to pick some up. Then, you don't have to worry and rush. The staff is very friendly there too!
How do you know a certain flavor is good at Georgetown? Answer: When you set a calendar reminder in your phone "2 weeks till Pumpkin Cheesecake@GT!" Last year I tried it for the first time. My eyes took in the beauty of the perfectly proportioned cheesecake and frosting. The richly colored pumpkin plumpness was beautifully decorated, I almost found it criminal to bite into it. But, I couldn't stop myself! The smell..oh...the smelll...it had me from the moment I opened the box. The freshness, the quality it filled the air. Then came the moment of truth...As I raised the handful of heaven to my mouth, I tried to play it cool as the passerbys on the street watched me in my car..but after that first bite....I fell into Homer Simpson mode...mmmmmm Pumpkin..mmmm..and I didn't care who saw me! It was GOOD! The graham crust, perfectly moist but still held together. The cheesecake was bursting with pumpkin flavor and was Better then even the cheesecake factory by far! But then, the frosting...my my my. It was the best compliment to the cheesecake, not to sweet or overpowering..simply perfect. The only thing that is bad about this flavor is it only last ONE MONTH?!?!? I found out the hard way last year, hence the calendar reminder and the empty space cleared out in my freezer this year
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G G.
I've only tried the mint chocolate chip cookie cupcake. It was not good. The cake was a very mild flavor and totally overpowered by the mint frosting.
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Ashley A.
Tried this place with my best friend. People were constantly walking in and out, so it wasn't hard to miss! Super busy and super packed! There was absolutely nowhere to sit. Basically, you would order, pick up and go. $2.75 for a cupcake which isn't so bad, but some would consider it a tad pricey for a cupcake. I had the Chocolate. The cake was moderate but the chocolate ganache was my personal favorite. We both agreed that it wasn't anything special and joked we could make equally (or better) cupcakes! Hahah. If you are a big fan of sweets, you should definitely give this place a go; but I didn't have an exceptional experience.
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Ana B.
I stopped by the famed georgetown cupcake excited to see what all the buzz is about, but I left a bit underwhelmed. My cupcake was on the small size considering the price, and the frosting was too rich- more like an actual piece of chocolate instead of frosting. I definitely enjoyed the cupcake but I think it is over-hyped.
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Meg M.
I have a major sweet tooth, in pretty much all possible ways. I like things that are really sweet, and I like things that are really cute. Georgetown Cupcake pretty much fulfills both these likes. I also love FREE, and if your timing is good, they can help you out there too. At one point when I was working in Boston I had about one of their cupcakes a week for a month or two (often one of the free secret flavors you can get by being a Facebook or twitter follower and one of the first 100 customers to order it by name), which means that over time I got to try several different ones. They raged between really good and super-amazing-awesome. For me, most crave-able are the key lime and salted triple caramel, which are both seasonal/limited flavors. The standard flavors are also worth a visit. These are what I would call 'normal sized' cupcakes, like the ones you might make at home, so they look sort of small compared the the portion-inflation megacupcakes some of the cupcake chains have. I'm fine with this personally, but to some people they might seem too small. As for the location, it's cute, stylish, and undeniably cramped, so unless it's nice enough for outside dining, plan to take your cakes and fancy tea/coffee drinks to go. The staff is really nice, and but sort of slow and forgetful. They all seem happy and upbeat, though, which probably indicates either that the companies treats employees well... or possibly an eternal sugar high. Beware that the sugar content is high, with great-tasting, light and creamy but very generously applied frosting, and the price is pretty high as well, although not really any more so than other bakeries and cafes in the same (high rent) area. This place is good enough that I actually miss it now that I've moved.
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Kara Z.
It was ok. I was so looking forward to going here and trying it for the first time, but only one of my cupcakes was good. The cookies in cream was very very good; however, my other three we didn't even completely finish. I was a bit disappointed since I loved watching their show and they got such great reviews. Maybe I just didn't order the right ones.
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R H.
Their specialty cupcakes are great, their basic flavors are OK. Their service, however, is totally lacking. As a customer walking in off the street, it's what you expect and there is usually a line out the door - that's all fine. However, I also do larger corporate orders and their staff seems that they couldn't care less usually. Maybe it's just their young, inexperienced staff, or maybe they don't hire the right attitudes. Either way, I always get an indifferent attitude and sub-par service if I actually get anyone to pick up the phone. No one follows up even if you say it three times and when you have to call back to actually make them do their jobs - you get someone who is not familiar with your order, can't answer your questions, and is clearly just annoyed that they got stuck doing their job helping you... I can't say I've ever received good customer service from this company.
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Juliet C.
I'm not a big cupcake person, but Georgetown Cupcake has been the one exception. There's always a line, but the line also moves at a good pace. I've tried peanut butter fudge, chocolate ganache, chocolate & vanilla, chocolate sundae, blueberry, carrot, lemon, and a couple of other flavors. My current favorites are carrot, peanut butter fudge, and lemon.
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Daniris B.
The cupcake are amazing ! But they charge for individual boxes! The location is so pretty and presentable.
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Marissa C.
Two stars for very inconsistent cupcakes and inconsistent customer service. I have been here four times and for three of those times I was given cupcakes that were very overbaked, and one time basically burnt. Of course, the frosting was always perfect, but really, it's a cupCAKE. The CAKE should also be perfect, or at least better than anything I could make at home, especially for $3. The one time that they weren't overbaked/burnt, however, the peanut butter fudge cupcake was AMAZING. I also really enjoyed the lemon berry. Chocolate squared was good, but very, very rich. Other flavors I have tried: key lime, mint cookies and cream, cookies and cream, red velvet, carrot, pumpkin, chocolate mint. The key lime was good, and the red velvet was fun, but the rest were unremarkable. I might try to recreate them at home, but I would not pay $3 again. If they sold their frosting, however, I would buy it in bulk (and gain 50 pounds).
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Erica D.
1,2,4,6,oh hell just eat all 12!!! I have not found a good cupcake in years even though it's the hottest trend around! Well Georgetown Cupcakes has fixed that! Oh crap... Now I'm in trouble:) These are soooooo good!! We ordered 3doz yesterday for a party and WOW! They were awesome. The key lime looked and smelled so nice and red velvet is red velvet but Oh the chocolate salted caramel, be still my heart! All it was missing was some salted toasted almonds! Hee hee hee... Thursday is the day for them. Each day of the week has a different "specials" list. It just so happened that yesterday was my BDay and although the party wasn't for me, I felt like those cupcakes were all mine. Kudos, GTC! See you soon, just don't tell my husband !
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Lily H.
Having a bad day? Get yourself a Georgetown Cupcake. Have a good day? Get yourself a Georgetown Cupcake. No matter what kind of day it is, these cupcakes brighten up my day! My first ever GC was from the Georgetown location and I was super delighted to find out that there was one opening down the street from me in Boston...a good thing, but also so bad at the same time! I've had a lot of the special flavors + red velvet and almost all are delicious. (Not a fan of the Boston Creme, although I can have a boston creme donut any day.) Generally, the cupcake itself is light, kinda fluffly, and the icing is not overly sweet although the icing is almost as tall as the cupcake itself. I've tried plenty of other cupcake shops where ever I travel and GC is my standard. So far it has not been beat. My favorites are the Lavender Earl Grey, Lemon Blossom, White Chocolate Raspberry, and the Lava Fudge.
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Sid A.
BEST CUPCAKE EVER! im not a frosting person but id eat their frosting anytime... must try chocolate3 & red velvet! The red velvet frosting is so good
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Jennifer N.
So it's normal to walk in with the plan to grab two cupcake snacks for the road, and leave with a half dozen, and eat them all in one day, right? I mean.. at least there are two of us. Georgetown is such a great Newbury addition. The cupcakes, while small, are very good! I think my favorite was the chocolate with vanlla - the buttercream frosting is just so good, and I am not even a frosting lover. We also had the birthday chocolate - but I think it's just the sprinkles that make it the birthday cupcake. I sorta wish it was funetti. But, maybe Georgetown is too fancy for that. I was expecting a long line for a Sunday, but it moved quick and the handy carrying case was perfect.
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Kacie M.
I've been to the original Georgetown Cupcake in DC and did not find it at all worth the wait. I knew that the Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street had opened, but I was unwilling to wait in line for their cupcakes again. But I passed by one slightly chilly day and there was no line, so I decided to pop in for a chocolate cupcake and a glass of milk. The cupcake tasted just like the ones in DC, but oddly enough I enjoyed it much more when I didn't have to wait 40 minutes in line for it. I have seen lines at this location and would not recommend trying to stop by on a warm weather weekend, but if there's no wait and you're in the mood for a cupcake, I would stop in. Unless, of course, the Kickass Cupcakes truck is parked on Boylston Street. Then you've got a significantly superior cupcake option just around the corner.
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Lesley D.
I just have to update this review now stating that my love of Georgetown Cupcake has only grown since 2012 because, lo and behold, I am glutenous again (what? Can that really happen?? Apparently it can...), so the beautiful, buttercream-frosted doors of opportunity have since been opened to me to try ANY FLAVOR I WANT *weeping in disbelief* and they are all so good. So so good. I've moved to Maine but every time business brings me to the Boston area I go get some to take home, and when I walk in the door with that pink cupcake box, my husband's face lights up like a Christmas tree. Best. Cupcakes. Ever. Glutenous or not.
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Liz T.
I'm not a fan of cupcakes but these are awesome! My friend and I thought we stumbled upon a hidden gem when we first tried these in Boston.. and later discovered that there's another location in SoHo too *facepalm. The decor of the place is cute, the cupcakes are so perfectly sculpted, and there's an open cupcake station in the back where you can watch bakers make the cupcakes. Minus 1 star for the super sweetness. The cream is a bit overwhelming towards the end because it's a bit heavy. One cupcake was enough for me.
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lella b.
Went twice: won't ever go back. The cupcakes are good but the customer service is a cross between the TSA and the day after Christmas returns. First time I went, I was the only person in the store. Service was ok. Ordered 2 cupcakes and a coffee. .50 to box the cupcakes. 2 words: business plan. Like I said, they were good, mildly irked over the charge to you know put them in a container that they wouldn't be damaged but whatever. Staff could care less, I wrote it off to 7pm on a week night. Fast forward to today. Needed gift for my boss. Walk in, there are 3 people in line with the line going towards the main display. As soon as I walk in, a line forms going the other way. Person taking order does nothing to correct what is bound to be obvious chaos in 3 people. She waits on the 2 people ahead of me, I get to the counter and she says oh, the line goes the other way. You need to go to the end. Excuse me? Back and forth, I point to the 2 people in front of me she served before the mass of people and she said well, they were going the wrong way too. Few things: a sign saying line starts here. More than one table. Not charging for a box. Nice counter staff. Look, my $30 isn't going to break your business. But I walked out today and won't go back. Too bad. The cupcakes are good, I just refuse to be treated rudely when the causation was the establishments lack of planning.
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Brett H.
Amazing cupcakes. I also ordered a hot chocolate which was ok but nothing special. The cupcakes is what its all about. I got in just in time as a huge group came in behind me to order. A must go though the line may be long depending on when you go.
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Angela M.
Ran out of gluten free cupcakes and wouldn't sell the one on display :( soooooo bummed
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Elaine A.
The place is adorable, and the display when you first walk in is magnificent, presenting you with every flavor being served that day. The customer service, however, is awful here. I waited a good long while while one of three employees rung up the woman in front of me. One of the other two chatted with a toddler while I stood there waiting, and the third staffer - wait for it - did absolutely nothing. So about three or four minutes later (wrangling the toddler and allowing her to choose all the cupcake flavors added to the wait time), I ordered. I waited another three or four minutes while they put my cupcakes in a box. Apparently one of the flavors was out, so the woman had to go out back to get one frosted for me. While I was waiting, the employee standing around was singing so atrociously that I almost left without any of the cupcakes at all. Singing should definitely be banned for employees. Especially since they had the radio going, and it was playing a lovely tune. They happily presented me with two cupcakes - not the three I ordered. So had to wait again for that to be fixed... The cupcakes were delicious! The cake IS FINALLY MOIST! FINALLY! I've been waiting for moist cupcakes to be served in Boston for years. The flavors were good. I ordered the English Christmas, which was a fruit-cake like cake with delicious cream cheese frosting. The red velvet was spot-on. And the third, a chocolate peppermint, was moist, and VERY minty (my fave!!), with gooey fudgy frosting and chipped candy-cane on top. Definitely satisfying. But they really need to work on their customer service. You don't stand around doing nothing while people wait in line. That's just unacceptable.
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Kristin S.
The cupcakes from Georgetown are alway so moist and tasty and topped with the yummiest frosting that has the perfect balance of sweet and creamy. My Favorite Flavors: Chocolate Coconut Lemon Blossom Salted Caramel Pumpkin Spice Strawberry Red Velvet (of course!)
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Ashley D.
The place is alright, and the price is typical considering they are on Newbury. Gotta pay that rent! I came in on a Saturday afternoon, overall the shop is cute white walls with pops of color and a good display. The staff was quiet and not too inviting, yet I ordered two cupcakes to try a gluten free chocolate cupcakes and a regular red velvet to share with a friend. We sat in the back at a circulat table which was a mess with spilt coffee that someone left behind. Apparently for a quiet shop they dont like to clean up a bit! The glutten free was a bit crumbly as expected and fine yet had a burnt chocolate taste to it. The red velvet was nice and moist yet had overly sweet frosting. I would only return again if I was asked to pop-in with friends. I would much rather go to Sweet, Crumb, Flour, etc.
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Sabrina M.
I'm someone who loves cupcakes. So I had to try these since they are all the rave in Boston. The store is cute and seems to always be busy which is a good thing. Its conveniently located near copley. They have plenty of flavors to choose from. I've tried about a dozen so far. At the moment pumpkin spice would have to be my favorite. I have to say overall Georgetown Cupcakes is nothing spectacular I've had better. Cute store front, nice packaging, conveniently located, but not the best.
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Natalie S.
I thought the cupcakes here were good! Lattes were good too. If you're in the area.. it's worth a visit.
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Steven P.
Oh, my lord. I've seen the line of people waiting for cupcakes and thought that they were crazy. But, no. There's a reason they're standing in line. I bought a six pack of them as a gift for somebody, but when the recipient didn't show up...I ate them (over the course of two days). Oh. MY. GOD. Like, really....oh, my god. That good.
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Alicia Y.
Yummy noises all around. GC has amazing selection and decent prices, at least according to cupcake standards these days (objectively, paying $2.75 for one cupcake is crazy, but I guess little drops of heaven don't come cheap). Everything I have tried from here has been quite tasty, too. I will say that if you are not a buttercream frosting fan then this is probably not your cupcake place since the majority of their treats are topped with such, but they do have some cream-cheese based frostings (like the coconut -- YUM), and their buttercream is indeed very good buttercream. However, unless you absolutely must eat gluten-free for medical reasons, then I would advise staying away from the gluten-free offerings (I'm sorry, but regardless of a baker's skill, a cupcake with no eggs or dairy is not going to taste like a real cupcake, end of story). One drawback: I came here for a friend's birthday outing on a very cold and windy day in March, and there was absolutely no place to sit inside; there are maybe two or three tables in the very small space, and they were all occupied and didn't look like they'd been cleaned up. It'd be nice if GC had better quarters for those who wish to enjoy their sugary treats inside!
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Stacee F.
This is my second time here. We ended up getting red velvet, cookies and cream, coconut and chocolate cupcakes. The taste was excellent but very dry and the frosting started to get crispy. Very disappointed because I was very satisfied the first time around. Fresh cupcakes are a must!
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Robert F.
i was lucky to spend the day with a friend and hit up some bakeries she has yet to sample... on our way to one place we stopped here and there were about 2 people in line and a handful of people at the scattered tables. I like the way their cupcakes are displayed, it allows you to really see all the flavors and not feel rushed or pressured to choose. This time around I limited myself to 2, and my friend had the vanilla chocolate... the cake was nice, moist without being wet and light crumb without falling apart; but, i am not a fan of the type of ganache frosting, too rich and dense for delicate cake. I brought home a: Pumpkin Spice: I enjoyed the cake because of the flavor, and also the moist cake that still held up after removing the cupcake paper. Plus, the frosting was well matched, too. Caramel Pecan/Praline Crunch: (?): This is one deceptively, decadent. The cake is a little delicate for all that goes into it, because as you peel off the cupcake paper some of the cake came off with it in chunks. There is A LOT of thick, rich caramel in the center - big, delicious surprise. Half of this would hit the spot, the whole cupcake is gilding the lily. I would have liked it more with a stronger cake, slightly less caramel in the center and a bit more salt to cut through the sweetness.
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Judith C.
In today's cupcake world, small layers of cake are topped with what seems like an equal amount of frosting. Georgetown Cupcake is no exception; however, what separates these cupcakes from others is that their cakes can easily stand on their own. It doesn't rely on frosting to cover up its mistakes (like dry cake), it only makes it better. Their cakes are moist and sweetened just enough so that the frosting isn't a sugar overload. They have a variety of flavors with special flavors made on certain days or certain months, and even a free super secret cupcake everyday. The flavor of the daily free cupcake is posted on their Twitter and FB page. You just need to be one of the first 100 people to order it. I've been to Georgetown Cupcake countless times as this location is conveniently close to my workplace. A couple of my favorite flavors are cookies & creme and salted caramel. I always see long lines on the weekends, but on weekdays, depending on the time of day, the lines are generally shorter.
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Alice C.
it's ok. my cupcake judging metric is solely based on the red velvet. if i like, cupcakes passes, if i don't like, cupcakes fail. did i like the red velvet at georgetown cupcake? no. however, please allow me to point out that the frosting and the cupcake itself actually doesn't feel like you're going to gain 20 lbs on your ass. no joke. i can attest to this too because i lugged 5 cupcakes from boston back to california and all the icing came tumbling down. i told my sister (an expert baker) about it and she said "they probably use less butter on the icing". well there you go. georgetown cupcakes, good to eat in boston, not good to travel with. sprinkles cupcakes still occupy my heart for cupcakes.
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Maria M.
I'm an addict. Must have one every time I find myself on Newbury St. Chocolate 3 cupcake, come to me!
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Kristen D.
Ehhh-the cupcakes are OK- but small for 2.75 a pop! I like that they are smaller so I don't feel as guilty about eating one, but the price is high for the size. I also hate how they charge .50 for a box! I think they charge enough for the cupcakes that they can throw in the box. Soimetimes, I need to transport it back on the T for the bf, and do not want to risk getting it crashed in the tiny plastic bag they put them in. Although, the staff is very nice, both times I said I didn't want to pay extra for a box (I had already swiped my debit card!) they gave me the box for free, which was nice!
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Yelpie G.
So we did another cupcake order, this time as a welcome for a new executive in the office. Well, I cannot say I'd order again from Georgetown Cupcakes unless specifically directed to. When the call to the store on Newbury Street was placed, I came in contact with an evidently "put upon" 20-something female who didn't sound like she wanted to take my order and had this weird need to let me know that very, very clearly. I take it she doesn't get the correlation between a customer's money, the company's success and her paycheck. Someone should explain slowly and simply to her that customers want to give you their money. In exchange, you should consider that being polite and helpful is part of the game. Easy enough, right? It should also be explained further that these same customers will be more than happy to go elsewhere and even spend more money at a cupcake shop that treats people like they want to be treated. The fact that the person on the other end of the phone at Georgetown Cupcake was having a tantrum or pms has no bearing on me as a customer. You as the salesperson aren't there to dump your attitude on me. Does that make any sense? When the cupcakes arrived, I noticed a definite store bought flavor to the frosting and the cake itself was drier than it normally is. Isn't that what they call a trifecta? Bad customer service, bad frosting and bad cake. Hmmmmm, can you guess where I'm not going to order cupcakes from next time?
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Arden B.
Best cupcakes in Boston. So happy the trendy chains are coming to Boston and we're not just stuck with Sweet (blech.) Anything with the dark chocolate frosting here is a must! I love the chocolate squared cupcake. And chocolate cubed isn't half bad either! They also have excellent red velvet, vanilla, birthday cake, and other seasonal flavors. My roomie/best friend is gluten intolerant, and struggles to find sweets that can compare to the real stuff. The gluten-free peanut butter lava cupcake is excellent! You wouldn't even know it's gluten-free, and it's something special and different. The only reason they don't get 5 stars is because of the lack of seating. There are two tiny tables up the stairs, and no outdoor seating (at least not after October...) Wish they'd work on that! Seems like there is enough space!
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Mason M.
Big chocolate cupcake fan here. Had the Chocolate 3 and thought the cupcake was nice and moist but a but small in size for the price. Good thing I got two. Place is kept nice and clean but not much room to sit and enjoy your cupcake.
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Julie R.
I LOVED these cupcakes! So delicious, homemade tasting and carefully decorated. When I review a cupcake place, I usually start with the basics..Vanilla, Chocolate, Red Velvet.. Vanilla: Outstanding, real vanilla bean taste, moist cake, not too sweet. Perfect butter-cream frosting Chocolate: Rich chocolate cake, real cocoa taste with fudge frosting. Red Velvet: The best I've ever had! Moist cake with a real red velvet flavor, not just the dyed color. Whipped cream cheese icing. These are the best cupcakes in Boston AND they are under $3 each.. Is the bedazzled Kitchen Aid for sale? I want that! :)
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Allison L.
lovely lookingï¼ taste even betterï¼ best cupake in Bostonï¼ have to wait in line to order everytime
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Molly K.
Georgetown Cupcake has been open for a few months now at its newest location on Newbury Street. The sister-run cupcake company was featured on TLC's DC's Cupcakes, so you may have seen their tasty treats around. Usually there is a line out the door at their Boston location, but this past weekend we rolled in right before closing and snuck in a cupcake before calling it a night. I went with the vanilla cupcake with chocolate ganache...no pictures because I ate it too fast...oops! The cupcake was moist and the ganache made it almost seem like a fudge fancy (my cookie weakness), so it was perfect in my mind. If you "like" Georgetown Cupcake on facebook, you will get updates for their daily secret free-cupcake giveaways, and also have the chance to be entered into their daily trivia question where you can win a dozen cupcakes...fo free! Good luck! Pictures and more on -- ----
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Cate M.
AMAZING! We ordered 14 dozen cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street as favors for our wedding. We had met in DC, and I've been going to Georgetown Cupcake since the very first week it was opened - long before any of you all ever heard of it! So it was the perfect gift to our guests. The staff were super friendly and easy to work with. We pre-ordered and sent them a digital image of our wedding logo - they did an amazing job putting our wedding logo onto little fondant toppers on each cupcake. And that was FREE! We also paid $0.50 per box to have the cupcakes put in individual boxes. It was amazing - my friend picked it all up, and they were pre-packaged in Georgetown Cupcake's signature pink boxes with black & white swirly sticker, with each little box having a very small note about which flavor it contained so our guests could choose their favorite. Overall, it was cheaper than wedding cake at $29 per dozen with $0.50 per box - a very affordable favor at $2.92 per cupcake! Our guests are still raving about it. Normally at a wedding about half (or more) favors are leftover - unfortunately, we only had about 5 cupcakes left, even though we bought nearly twice as many as the number of guests who attended! I guess that's a very happy problem, as it means I will just have to make the trek to Boston to get myself another dozen. Maybe for my one month anniversary? And my one year anniversary? I see myself coming up with lots of excuses to eat delicious Georgetown Cupcakes!
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Julia N.
I intern two buildings down from GC and am extremely excited for their opening for three reasons: - They also sell hot (and good) beverages like coffee - I can walk down Newbury Street engorging myself on a cupcake, which would remove my mind from realizing how few bags I'm carrying unlike the beautiful rich people with L&T/BB bags - Their cupcakes are pretty tasty, and are not muffins in disguise. I don't feel like googling it, but from the sounds of ravers, it's a chain cupcake store. Take that as you may. They have a secret cupcake code to get a free cupcake, but I'm not sure how long that'll last after their opening month. Everyone is friendly, but the retail hasn't kicked yet. But based off of how enthusiastic the greeter at the door was, I can imagine they won't have ostensible angry associates. GC picked a great location, but will clearly compete for businesses with cafes offering less sugary options. The Peanut Butter Lava Fudge was amazing. Even three days old, the frosting is in tip top shape. The caramel cupcake is great, and for 2 bucks a cupcake, I'd say those are fair prices. I'm used to larger ones costing around ~$3, but moderation is key! The downside to its location: extremely small. I hope the lines down Newbury Street do not last into the fall, or else I will have to mow down kids and the elderly. Edit--- I have now had every single cupcake that GT cupcakes make. I must say that on a casual stroll in day, you can never go wrong with either their red velvet or vanilla. If you're into chocolate, you have absolutely no other reason than to -only- get their ganache. Furthermore, the PB cupcake should really only be on your sassy days lessin' you go for whatever lava fudge they have. The best cupcake so far? If I were not a coconut lover, I would say the red velvet. I think it's their staple cupcake as well. The frosting is never gritty, always smooth, never too firm and the cake is always moist. Now, after attending this cupcake place much more than I should have (sugar withdrawals, maybe diabetes in my future), I would have to say that there should be absolutely no reason that there is a line outside. The cupcakes are -not- *that* great. Sure, limited space, but almost to Boston Common? Give me a break. And you also take photographs of your cupcake? COME ON, have you never had a cupcake? Ok, I might be drinking some haterade right now, but it's pretty obnoxious. Secondly, children should not be allowed to enter, and by that I mean anyone under 17. They dawdle and take up space only to confuse people to get the line moving at a decent pace. I'm super srs about my cupcakes man. Their iced tea could use some help.
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Michele G.
Good but not amazing. The maple was so much better than the Boston cream. Cute cupcakes with nice fondant decorations. Nice that they have a bathroom, but wish there were more than two tables inside. Maybe put a few outside?
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Stephanie H.
BEST gluten free cupcake I've ever had. I can't eat wheat so I've had to sacrifice a lot of pleasure over the years. I'm used to consuming dry cupcakes and desserts that just don't quite taste as good. But with Georgetown Cupcake, I was very surprised when I tried both of their gluten free cupcakes AND LOVED them both. I've had plenty of Sprinkles and Magnolia Bakery once upon a time in the past, but honestly these taste just as good if not better. So happy this place exists.
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Jessica C.
I first tried Gtown cupcakes in Georgetown, DC on a business trip. My friend Daphne was super excited to bring me cause she knew that I was kind of cupcake obsessed. However, I was not that impressed. Even though the line wrapped around the side of the cute little cobblestone bakery and I had a chance to meet the two Owner sisters--Katherine and Sophie, the wait was super long and the service wasn't really streamlined or quick. The cupcakes themselves were A-OK, some fun flavors but nothing out of this world. Note: I did like the SPARKLE fondant toppers, very pretty! The pink boxes and brown stickers were a plus too! A few years later.. my husband (of all people!!) tells me the GC is opening. I am pretty psyched cause I honestly don't like Sweet anymore and Cakeology is no good either. I basically get all my cupcakes delivered or picked up from NYC Sprinkles, Dallas Sprinkles, CA Sprinkles, CA Karas. I've only been to GC twice since opening and the first time was super annoying. They were taping another show and the cameras were panning everywhere. My friend Phoebe (super shy) and I were trying to dodge the cameras, but they were everywhere! As a result we were super self conscious and uncomfortable. We couldn't wait to get out of there. I also once again noticed that the way you order/pick up your cupcakes is not fluid at all!! The line moves through the front of the store and the waiting area is in the MIDDLE of the store, which causes a major bottleneck right in the middle of the store!! Especially since I'm super pregnant these days, imagine how annoying it is when people are walking and squeezing past each other. When it's crowded, it is super inconvenient when you are waiting for them to call your name with people squeezing past you. ugh! Anyhow onto the cupcakes.. recently I had the strawberry (pretty yum) salted caramel, choco ganache, red velvet, vanilla bday and toffee. I think the strawberry was the best and everything else cant really compare to sprinkles/karas. Also, the cupacakes are only 2.75 BUT they are quite a bit smaller. I also had the decaf iced coffee-- no good. I found it annoying that they ran out of their secret flavor on my second visit. The stupid part was not that they ran out actually, but the fact that they publicized running out!! now everyone knows about secret flavors and what the heck is the point of that?? And now if anyone reads my post up to this point.. the secret is out even MORE... Retarded!! All in all, I'm glad GC is on Newbury and easily accessible to me. I'm still interested in trying the earl grey lavender flavor too... However we need to step up the cupcake standard in Bos!!!!!
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Shacoria R.
The icing is amazing!!!!!!!!!! The cupcakes themselves are just regular cupcakes in my opinion. Usually I don't even like icing, but there is something very very special about the icing at this place. I have no idea what it is, but their icing is the best I have ever had. Be aware, that there is generally a long line at this place.
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Ronald S.
i guess i am tainted .. was under impressed in DC when i had them before they had a tv show and it just carried over. Watching the show makes me think even less of the cupcakes. Place was packed on a Saturday afternoon. I think some local bake shops are better. For Newbury street though they are surprisingly not over priced and ok quality.
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Danielle W.
Three strikes and you're out, Georgetown Cupcake. I tried Georgetown Cupcake twice when I was considering moving to DC. Both times the lines were out the door, and both times I encountered very rude employees and mediocre cupcakes. Small, dry, metallic tasting cupcakes. I tried it once to see what all the fuss was about and a second time to make sure I wasn't being hasty with my judgment. For all the hype they made in DC, I had expected better. That was two years ago. When I heard Georgetown Cupcakes was opening a shop on Newbury Street, I was wary, but decided to give them a try. I hoped they would be better than I remembered. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. It's still a huge hype for a cupcake I could have made myself. First, it's a very time space, but I can't hold that against them since many businesses have that same problem in Boston. But they layout makes no sense. The line was fairly long and they had someone saying people had to stand outside instead of inside even though there was room inside. Now, when a bar does this in an effort to look popular, I don't appreciate it. But a cupcake store pulling the same trick? I was annoyed before I even entered the store. There was a horde of children and teenagers inside just milling at the counter and neither of the two cashiers told them to move so I could order. She asked for my order while three people were in front of me gawking. But whatever, no big deal trying to reach around them to give her my money. Not difficult at all or anything. The service wasn't that great and all the cashiers looked super unhappy to be there, but I wanted to get in and out of there, so I can't complain too much. When I tried the cupcakes....well, let's just say it was reminiscent of the two times I had a cupcake in their DC location. Marble Brownie Fudge: Very dry vanilla and chocolate cupcake. It tasted a bit stale. The frosting was so sweet it hurt my teeth and it was more frosting than cupcake. I couldn't even finish it all because there was too much frosting. No idea why brownie is in the title since there was nothing brownie like about it. Red Velvet: Also dry and slightly metallic tasting. I know food dye gives negative side effects sometimes, but it's usually a bad sign if you can taste the food dye in the baked good. The frosting was decent, not to sweet and just the right amount of cream cheese flavoring. Salted Caramel: Very dry, weird tasting cake. It did not taste like caramel. Frosting was also unbearably sweet. The only thing in their favor is that the price isn't that bad. But I've tried them three different times over the course of a couple years and I've never once had a decent cupcake or good service. I don't think I'll be back any time soon.
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Wesley C.
I dont really like sweet food, but I can tell the cupcake here is really good.
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Lauren L.
I'm so sad that it took an out of town bakery to get some good cupcakes in Boston, but I'll take what I can get! The cake is nice and soft and flavorful and they have a good ration of cake:frosting. They also don't make the mistake that so many bakeries do; making their cupcakes cloyingly sweet. My personal faves are the Salted Caramel, the Blueberry Cheesecake, and the Vanilla Birthday Cake.
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Kelly A.
I have been sold on the Georgetown Cupcake hype. I happened to be in the neighborhood this morning right at opening time, so I figured I'd take advantage of the fact that there was no line. When I walked in, I was greeted by a very friendly little lady handing out flavor cards and explaining how it all worked: these are the flavors that are available each day, these are the specials of the day, and these are the seasonal offerings. There were lots of varieties from which to choose, and it was hard to make a decision. Ultimately, I decided to get a half dozen and went with the vanilla/chocolate, the chocolate/vanilla, the chocolate ganache, the coconut, the mocha, and the seasonal of the day, lavender earl grey tea. Aaaand I also happened to mention the super secret special of the day, so I got a cookies and cream cupcake as well. The cashier taking my order was very nice, though I was caught a little off guard by the fact that she wasn't the same person who was packing up my order. But I guess they have things down to a science there for a reason: to get through the long lines quickly. It was efficient, in any case. And the worker who was packing my cupcakes up? She was working so carefully! I've never seen cupcake shop workers take such meticulous care of cupcakes before. She was packing them ever-so-gently into the box, one by one, ensuring that they'd look just as pristine at my end destination as they did in the bakery case. This is a professional cupcake operation if I've ever seen one. The prices are reasonable too, considering great care clearly goes into every cupcake. It cost me $16 for my half-dozen cupcakes plus my secret freebie, and all my treats were packaged up quite nicely, making it very easy to travel with them. When I got home, I shared the wealth with the babysitter, who was ecstatic and later texted me to tell me that OMG that cupcake was amazing. We sampled a few this evening, so I got to try the coconut, the lavender, and the chocolate ganache. The coconut was really fantastic, and not too dense as coconut cupcakes can often be. The frosting was creamy and delicious. The lavender was really good too, though I didn't get much of the earl grey flavor (and my two-year-old daughter was a fan, which I think goes to show that it's not inaccessible to most palates). The chocolate ganache was the least interesting of the bunch, which isn't to say it was bad, but it just wasn't anything special. I will not knock off any stars for that, however, since the coconut and the lavender were so, so good. The mister was very happy with the mocha, and to get him to say anything positive about a cupcake is, well, difficult at best. So this was quite the compliment. Georgetown Cupcake is my new go-to spot in Boston for cupcakes. I wasn't overly thrilled with any of the previous cupcake options in the city before (Kickass never did much for me, Sweet was ok, Cupcakory was decent), so I would go out of my way to get to better cupcake options outside the city (see also: Cupcake Charlie's). But now I know that Georgetown Cupcake has arrived, and they're doing it better than everyone else, so there's no real need to look any further. I'm a convert.
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Courtney H.
For my bridal luncheon I had Georgetown make special fondant shapes for some cupcakes and they were so gorgeous!
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Kat M.
I would absolutely give it 4 stars if, one of the many times I've been here, they told me they "weren't serving drinks at this time". I work near and I could not believe that I waited in line and ordered 2 black ice coffees and was told they weren't taking drink orders. I didn't even order cupcakes....So I left empty handed.
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Samia O.
Cutesy, hyped, and packed, that was my first impression of Georgetown Cupcake. Tons of people working there, but they only have two tables... No, you silly, adding chairs to those two tables doesn't help, because when you have two chatty girls gossiping their time away, the other seats are reserved for their frikkin precious Gucci bags. Plus, you think they would wanna split a table? Too high of an expectation for Boston. What set them apart aren't really the daily usuals, but their specials. Lavender Earl Grey - a June special, wish it were one of the regulars tho! Just a hint of lavender in the icing, despite the purple color. But the earl grey cake, mmmmm. Yes it was subtle, but it was the right amount for my taste. Strawberry - a July special. Dang, this one is good too. The strawberry icing tasted like the strawberry ice cream from the biggle tri-flavored tub we used to get from Costco, so sweet and unhealthy but addictive. The vanilla cupcake had pieces of strawberries, only 3 bits tho. But it is one of the tastiest strawberry cupcakes I've tried indeed. All in all, their monthly specials suit my palate more than the regulars. They are indeed special compared to the usuals.
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Huong P.
I've only heard good things about Georgetown Cupcake from cupcake aficionados who say the cupcakes are *the* best. They are supposed to be not as dry as some other stores make them (ahem, Sweet) in the Boston area. Curious, I hurried down to Georgetown Cupcakes after my chocolate high at Burdick's over on Clarendon Street and could already see the line rushing out from the door and onto the streets (oh dear..). When we were inside, I noticed that they advertised their cupcakes two-fold--on the huge chalkboard listing out the currently available flavors with an additional assortment of drinks, and then a huge display of all of these cute ready-to-be-served little cupcakes stacked on bakery tiers. If you couldn't tell what you wanted, you could do what I did, which is to just stare at the cupcakes and see which one called out to you more. Instinctively, I chose one of the holiday treats, the Eggnog Chocolate and was not disappointed. My cousin and I bought a half dozen (two red velvets, one strawberry, one ganache, one eggnog, and the chocolate^2), which costed around $16 ($2.67/cupcake). We were pleasantly surprised by how good the frosting and the cupcake were together. Usually I tend to find either the frosting or the cupcake overpowers the other one but here the ratio of frosting and cake is just right (if not, they could just do away a little bit frosting...). The portion is also just right (you shouldn't have too much of a good thing right?) so you can savor it and look forward to the next time you come back. Good job Georgetown Cupcake. You're moderately priced for what cupcakes in Boston these days cost and you already have a fan base here so you will go far.
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Garrett Y.
Excellent cupcakes at a decent price. There is always a line when I go. I tend to get the chocolate flavored cupcakes. They are so moist! I got the lava fudge cupcake today, and boy was it good. The frosting was not as "dense" as Magnolia's but perhaps it was the heat and it melted a little. The frosting to cake ratio was about one-to-one, which is good for me! I've had other flavored before, and all have been great!!
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Sabrina P.
Maybe I'm spoiled because my mom is an amazing baker but I'm still waiting for a cupcake shop to blow me away and GTown missed on a few notes. Most importantly Red Velvet, now I'm the type of girl who hasn't met a Red Velvet I didn't like - until yesterday. It had an artificial/medicinal/chemical taste to it. Also when I took it out of the wrapper half of the bottom cake came off with it. It ended up looking like an upside down top. The cream cheese frosting was overpoweringly sweet. It was overall a pretty big letdown. The Lemon Berry was absolutely disgusting. I should have stayed away when I saw the neon pink frosting but I'm a sucker for lemon so I grabbed it. I couldn't even take a bite. So artificial. It tasted like I was eating household cleaner. The Lavender Earl Grey Tea on first bite was good but the second bite hit me with a wave of artificial flavor. I'm still not sold on it. However there were some cupcakes with redeeming qualities. -Hello amazingness in the form of a Carrot Cupcake! I am such a sucker for carrot cake in general but this cupcake was so moist and delicious it was one of the best carrot cupcakes I've had. I will definitely go back for that. It's upsetting they only have it on limited days. It should definitely be on the menu full time. -The Chocolate Hazelnut was amazing, cooked perfectly and a greet balance of sweetness. It wasn't too rich, which is why I usually shy away from chocolate cupcakes in general. -The Cherry Cheesecake (which was the hidden menu item cupcake) was amazing. I wish they had it on the menu full time. Just creamy and delicious. The other huge letdown was the service. I understand the first week of opening was probably crazy. But when I went there was no one there - no line. I even tried to joke with the girl at the counter but she just gave me a rude look. She wasn't friendly even after I told her it was my first time there. When I got my cupcakes I had ordered a half dozen and 1 additional one to eat when I got back to work. When I asked for a box for it as well I was told it cost an additional .50. Not that I'm being cheap but it would have been nice to know ahead of time. I had to go back and wait to give .50. The service was not friendly and seemed pretty disorganized. The layout is also pretty unpractical. Not sure why the menu is behind where you order but for a first time person going in and looking at all the cupcakes was pretty confusing. I'll give them another shot, but will definitely have to steer clear of a few cupcakes (including my usual favorite red velvet). Also most of the cupcakes I like are limited - so I can only go on certain days. I'll still take them over Sweet any day, but am definitely still waiting for a great cupcake spot to hit the Back Bay.
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Alexandra M.
Just noticed a weird typo in my last update.... Staff seemed happier, still a line out the door, but the cupcakes were a huge improvement to me. I bake a lot, and if I get a cupcake that I know I can make a better one at home, I'm very disappointed. Now they're better. Maybe I've gotten worse at backing...but less likely than their cupcakes getting better.
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April K.
I don't know how this place always makes their cupcakes so perfect, but they somehow do. Each cupcake has the perfect amount of frosting on them, and the flavors are on point. Cake is moist, and the entire thing is light and fluffy. The cupcakes here differ from the ones at other cupcake shops. Other places sometimes have frosting that is too sweet and hard. Not here!
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Amanda B.
Before Georgetown Cupcakes opened, I was completely unaware of the reality show and general hoopla surrounding its existence. Now I can see why people are going gaga over this place - the cupcakes are actually delicious. This is coming from somebody who will take almost any dessert offering over a cake-type dessert. My coworker and I like to go a few mornings a week to pick up the Super Secret cupcake and the staff there are so incredibly nice and upbeat. They also package up the cupcake nicely, even if you're just buying a couple. Sometimes we'll get extra cupcakes or a coffee drink, and sometimes we'll just go in for the free one, but nobody has ever given us a look (you know what I'm talking about) that says "Oh, you people again. The ones who always get the freaking free cupcake." We've posted their menu on our office supply cabinet so we know what is available each day of the week with their rotating menu. We got the whole office to start going there :) The flavors are inventive with options such as earl grey lavender, salted caramel, and cookies and cream. However, they still have standard flavors that are also delicious for those who are not looking for a cupcake adventure. I also discovered this week that they have amazing coffee drinks. My favorite is the iced caramel latte...liquid candy is the only way I can describe it. How they manage to make a drink that delicious when I ask for skim milk is beyond my comprehension. Love it! Aside from the offerings, I love the space, which has huge windows and is clean and bright. There's a couple of little tables if you want to sit and enjoy your cupcake there. This week they made a cupcake that looked like a hamburger and packaged it up in a little box with red checkered tissue paper. I think that really says it all.
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Kanitta C.
Cute cake and yummy!!! Every time I give this cake to my friends , they love it. Even though person who doesn't like desert , he admits this cake is amazing. I decrease 1 star because of wait. Newbury st is alway hard to fine a parking. I want to go to this place more often but give up the line. Just wish they open another store in Cambridge. Not too sweet, good price and cute design. A MUST TRY!!!!
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Griffith G.
So I have now gone to Georgetown Cupcakes three times over the past few weeks. My first trip was a little disappointing because I'm constantly in search for the perfect cookies and cream cupcake and GT's version was just a bit to sweet for me... However, the chocolate cupcake I had on my first trip was pretty tasty, ( and yes I had two on my first visit... please don't judge) Second visit I tried the strawberry cupcake. I'm a chocolate lover, but this was near cupcake perfection! YUMMY Fresh strawberry flavor, moist cake, not to sweet... wow! Third visit, Banana split cupcake and peanut butter swirl cupcake... cupcake love. The Banana split had an amazing chocolate ganache surprise in the middle. The banana flavor was real banana, and moist and fantastic. The peanut butter cupcake was also delicious, but should come with a warning... "PB cupcakes should be consumed with a glass of cold milk." I was skeptical of this chain cupcake boutique but I'm sold. BTW, I found the perfect cookies and cream cupcake, but it's in Cincinnati... : (
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Alexis C.
I'm not a huge cupcake fan, but I dragged my butt here because it was new and I was willing to bet it would be adorable. Yes, it certainly is adorable. Don't go if you're hungry because you'll hold up the line debating whether you should order three or six cupcakes. The menu was overwhelming. Why are there superscripts on some of the items? At first I thought they were exponents. But don't let me make it sound like that's a bad thing--there's just a LOT of different types of cupcakes, some of which sound very similar. After debating between six nearly identical sounding variations of chocolate and vanilla, I found myself edged to the front of the queue and, panicked, blurted out, "One red velvet cake, please." The frosting was very decadent and rich, but also delicious, and the cake was pretty good, although not the best. The cupcakes come in a pretty pink box with a sticker. There isn't much seating, either, but that's because so much real estate is devoted to cupcakery. They also sell branded merchandise, which I noticed out of the corner of my eye but did not look at carefully. P.S. I think Sweet is more adorable in terms of decor, but Georgetown Cupcake has better looking cupcakes. And, I think Georgetown Cupcake has better tasting cupcakes, at least for red velvet vs. red velvet, and they're bigger.
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Alex H.
Had to try these tasty cupcakes while visiting a friend a Boston. Let me say I do not regret it one bit, especially since they have gluten free options! It is very hard for me to find gluten free desserts that aren't extremely dry and tasteless, and georgetown was anything but. My chocolate strawberry cupcake was full of flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. For those of you who are gluten free, they are very aware of allergies and even offered to put my cupcake in a separate box.
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Claire W.
So glad I finally got to try this place! They opened shortly after I moved out of the area. I am a sweets lover and Georgetown Cupcake gets my stamp of approval. I tried the cookies and cream cupcake and it was soft, tasted true to the name, and the frosting was fluffy as well (not thick like some cupcakes with a mound of frosting on top aka Sweet). Overall a very tasty cupcake, but I don't feel like it's special enough for me to pay $3.25 per cupcake; I demolished it in 4 bites, like 20 seconds. There may be a short line. You can eat at the 2-3 tables in the shop. Restroom in the back. Crumbs is still my #1 fav cupcake shop.
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Diana N.
If you ever go to Boston, you GOT to stop by this place. I am not a bog cupcake fan, but this place exceeded my expectations... thinking about it now! Diana
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Mark H.
Truly Lousy. I have watched these girls on TV long before this store opened. This is their only location that I've visited. The cupcakes are TINY and the taste was truly awful. I had a chocolate with vanilla frosting, and it was sour tasting. How do you screw up buttercream? My friend had their Boston creme cupcake and hated it. Cute store, friendly staff, nice marketing, but probably the worst cupcakes on earth.
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Lisa A.
WOW just wow! These cupcakes are hands down the best I've ever had. I was eating breakfast next to this spot and the lady next to me told me they give out free cupcakes every day? Yes you heard me right, FREE cupcakes. If her info is correct, the first 200 people have to say the cupcake of the day or something like that and get a free one. We went over there and sure enough, my BF and I got two free what tasted like banana cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. It was our favorite! We also ordered the mocha fudge and vanilla w/chocolate frosting. Those were both yummy as well but the sample one they gave us was definitely the best. I agree with other reviews, the cupcakes don't transport well, but licking frosting off the side of the box was still tasty. I deducted one star because their customer service could use some work. I saw some sass and an eye roll or two while I was there. Still, best cupcakes ever!
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Theo T.
Great location and super efficient. The space is small but it works and I love a high ceiling. Service could have been friendlier and less engaged in personal conversation but they were still quick! I didn't see a menu anywhere.... I might have ordered us drinks with our cupcakes to go but that's ok, I get to go home with a few extra bucks in my pocket. Presentation was great, and the cupcakes are tasty, fluffy and light!
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Angela L.
Favorite cupcake: lavender earl grey cupcake!!! And perfect because it's just in time for the month of May for my birthday! I always forget what the cupcakes taste like until I bite into them and I remember how perfectly soft and scrumptious they are!!! And the frosting is so amazing. I haven't gotten a chance to grab a free cupcake from them yet, but try if you can go early!! Look up their secret free cupcake the day of and be the first 100 to go! The place is constantly busy so don't be surprised when the line is out the door. Location is perfect, right on Newbury street, so everyone will want to go.. From tourists to locals.
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Tiffany E.
A little too much cream for me but the cupcakes are so yummy! The store is also very clean and the employees are super friendly. I tried the Red Velvet and the Lemonberry. Red velvet is always a classic and when I got it, it even gave with a little American Flag sprinkle! Lemonberry was my bf's and it came with a lemon gummy on top. He really liked it! It was light with a slight sour lemon flavor. Georgetown never disappoints and I only wish I had easier access to it. Compared to Sprinkles, it's not TOO different in my opinion except for the fact that Sprinkles has a harder, thicker cream as opposed to Georgetown's which is fluffier. Lots of choices at this location and they even have a big menu so you can see what you want while waiting in line.
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Ada C.
So glad I decided to stop in while wandering down Newbury St. The buttercream frosting is so good. I had the red velvet and my brother ordered the chocolate with vanilla. The cupcakes were soft and moist. Staff is really friendly. Great location.
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M H.
Before going to GC for the first time, I thought... I make pretty good cupcakes. I mean, there's not difference in cupcakes. I'm not paying someone else to make me a cupcake when I make a pretty mean cupcake. But my niece (the incredible Ashley Ginns) drug us all there and I ate one. Oh my. Apparently there IS a difference!! Now it's my life mission to try to mirror this taste at home. The beautiful decoration on each cake are only outdone by their taste. Fan for life!
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Heather P.
I LOVE CUPCAKES! These cupcakes are my favorite! I am notoriously searching for cupcake shops on all our adventures which actually makes my family crazy...seriously, it's an obsession that has brought moans of agony from my children. My family of four was touring Boston earlier this summer and on the very last day at 8:45 pm right before closing, we happened on our first cupcake shop for that week (we'd eaten our share of cannoli's at Mike's Pastry). These cupcakes are PERFECT! They are moist, not too sweet, and just the right size (yes, I've become Goldilocks). I was thrilled to find out there is a branch in Atlanta, Ga. Can't wait to go back!
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Ania P.
Omg! These cupcakes! Real life deliciousness!! For all tastes and moods! $3 per cupcake.
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Kevin J.
We came at noon on Saturday and were able to get the flavor of the day! It was called chocolate sunshine and it was sunny indeed. Don't miss out!
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Tan Q.
Cons: 1. there are days when their board of flavours is nothig but chocolate, vanilla and red velvet variations. 2. All of them boring. Lines are quite long with tourists befuddled over 'box of 4' vs 4 boxes'. (roll eyes). 3.You can't sit and lick a cupcake to death in there 4. I can't even fathom this place at peak traffic in the snow or rain. 5. When this place doesnt cut it the only other cupcake fix is across the g-d river in F'n Harvard Sq (Crema). Pros: 1. Some days you get eclectic cups like earl grey flavoured frosting on a pistachio base. It will make you re-evaluate the whole cupcake scene.
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Gigi L.
Georgetown cupcakes has the top 5 best red velvet of all the cupcakeries I've ever tried. I love their cake! It has the best texture and flavor. As for the other flavors.. It's just meh for me.
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Laetitia V.
The shop looks friendly from the outside and oncec inside you jump in a girly shop of cakes! I like that ! you'll find a large choice of cupcakes, some classical and some more original. I can't remember which one I had but it's was delicious and not so expensive. Go try it !
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Kelly R.
My sweet and wonderful friend just showed up at my door with my first ever Georgetown Cupcake, and I'm DYING. I had the salted caramel. Perfect frosting:cake ratio, yummy, fluffy frosting, and delicious, moist cake. Without a question, this was the best cupcake I've tried in Boston. In sum: I LOVE CUPCAKES, AND I LOVE FRIENDS. If you haven't already, treat yoself to a Georgetown cupcake ASAP.
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Pamela Y.
My family and I are a fan of Georgetown Cupcake. The kids just love them! I took my friend here to get a Birthday Cupcake this past Saturday afternoon. The store was incredibly busy but the line moved relatively quickly. I got each of us a cupcake and a soda with 6 to take home for my kids. It took me a few minutes to decide on the cupcakes to go but I was not rushed. I like how the girls are still very friendly even though they must be exhausted with the constant stream of people. Not many stores have friendly employees under those conditions. I like how they show you your cupcakes in the box to make sure you are satisfied before closing the box and bagging them for you. Not all places do that. The only downside is that the store has pretty much zero seating. There is a table in the back by the bathroom and one in the very front by the windows. Luckily, we grabbed a seat in front with a charming mother and daughter who biked over from Charlestown. The cupcakes were yummy, as usual. Georgetown is still our capcakery of choice!
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Quanzhi G.
My working place is only a minute walk from here, and everyday it is very generous of them to have 100 free cupcakes at 10am...Sometimes I went to pick up one for some sugar rush, but after barely a week, I grew tired of the cloyingly sweet cupcakes...I especially hate the birthday kind, because they are just too sweet and too creamy, not the fresh cream (freshly made from milk like those bakeries I tried in Singapore), but the very fattening cream, plus the cake base that is ordinary and overdosed with sugar. However, to be appreciative, I bought the german chocolate and it is not bad with the coconut sprinkle (but the cream is just so disappointing all the time), the more lava-like chocolate hidden beneath the topping. Free things are never as good, as experience tells... Overall, it is not just my thing and I will never spend money on it again...
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Sarah M.
Oh yes! I have very high expectation for cakes, and Georgetown Cupcakes exceeded my expectations. The cake itself has a fine, light texture, with no denseness or tunnels. The frosting is very sweet but smooth throughout and punctuated with flavor. I do have to say, nonetheless, the cupcakes are relatively small compared to other well know bakeries here in Boston (like Sweet Bakery). But less guilt, eh? I bought 3 cupcakes--the salted caramel, key lime, and coconut. I tried the salted caramel and yes, it hit the spot. The salted caramel flavor is evident throughout the frosting and cake. Perfectly complements a cup of coffee. Service: The staff running the cash register and barista were very efficient and respectful. I had order a decaf coffee, which they didn't have in the percolator at the time, but in under 5 minutes, brewed a decent coffee for me. Seating: The lack of seating is the reason, I'm giving this 4 instead of 5 stars. In the back, there is 1 round table with 5 chairs, and a rectangular table seating 3 near the restroom. We were a little put off by the lack of seating where we could enjoy our sweets. Price: $3/cupcake. Coffee/teas--$2.50+
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Harry H.
Went with the PB banana daily freebies and they were generous with frosting.
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Jon S.
The cupcakes aren't gigantic! I know they're not the only ones to do it, but its always refreshing to eat a regular sized cupcake. The cupcakes are great. Very tasty, very moist, and not too sweet. There was a good ratio of frosting to cake, which is always important. Theres nothing worse than a dry cake with 2 lbs of frosting on top. The worst part about the cupcake is the experience. There's a line out the door. Granted, the line moves fast, but its still a pain. The boxes they give you are have little cupcake cupholders, so they are travel friendly. Take the cupcakes down to the Public Garden and enjoy them there -- theres not much seating in the store.
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Stephanie M.
This is my favorite place in the city for cupcakes...simply delicious! I came in with no hopes as I've been to many highly touted cupcake bakeries only to be disappointed. I had all of my expectations exceeded at Georgetown. I was greeted by a lovely woman at the counter after a few minutes wait (went in around 2:30 on a Tuesday) She was patient and cheerful. After a few more minutes another very cheerful woman offered me a bag for my cupcakes and wished me a good day. I took home my treasures, and waited patiently for dessert. Although I will say my cupcakes did not travel well and were a little worse for the wear, they were revocable and we enjoyed them greatly. On night one we had the Peanut Butter Chocolate and the Salted Caramel. Both were delicious...the cake was moist & fluffy, the frosting smooth and sweet. On night two we had milk chocolate birthday cake and cookies and cream. After a night in the fridge and a brief stint on the counter to warm up I am happy to report the cake was still moist and soft and the frosting did not get hard. Georgetown is my favorite cupcake bakery in the city...I wish I were closer to enjoy them more frequently but maybe it's a good thing for my waistline that I don't!
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Yeajin L.
I recently went in and got myself lavender earl grey cupcake, and it is one of the best cupcakes I have ever tried. It is unique, not too sweet, and flavorful. I loved every bite of it. Other days, I usually get the lemon ones, which you should get if you like lemon pastries. I wish there were more seating at this place, but it is on Newbury St.
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Tanya C.
I came in to get one cupcake to eat at the coffee shop next door. The sitting area in this cupcake place was really lacking so eating there wasn't an option. I order at the front (a chocolate cupcake with a little flower) and went to pay. I wasn't given a box, just a cupcake and an amount to pay. No greeting, not smiles nothing. The cupcake itself was okay. Nothing to write home about.
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Pushkar M.
Started my one day in boston with cupcakes from this store on a recommendation and it was an amazing experience. I had the red velvet and the salted caramel cupcake and both of them very great. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and would go back if I am around one of their stores.
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Brad P.
Believe the hype. Imagine this - What if 1998 Godzilla was really good? Wouldn't that have made you happy? Wouldn't that have shaped you during some important years and made you a better person? Do you remember how much that movie was hyped? Everyone though it was going to be awesome. CGI had finally made it to a point where we believed that dinosaurs could be realistically created on a big screen. We were finally going to get the Godzilla that we'd dreamed of - no more rubber suit man knocking over buildings. No more shoddy camera work and cheaply-made miniatures. We were going to have it all. Unfortunately, Roland Emmerich botched the whole thing and ruined me. So I guess what I'm saying is that Georgetown Cupcake made me feel the opposite of what Ferris Bueller and Roland Emmerich made me feel all those years ago. The cupcakes are flawless. I am partial to the salted caramel flavor over the others. I apologize for making most of this review about Godzilla.
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Emily W.
If coming here 4 days in a row, 6 times in 1 week doesn't explain my addition to this place...then I'm not sure what will. If you're ever stuck in a mind boggling decision on what cupcake to get...get the Red Velvet. I swear they add addiction and perfection as 2 of the ingredients. Its just SO GOOD. My sister who hates sweets even finished one cupcake by herself. They work fast, clean, and in an organized manner here. They also give out these adorable boxes to contain the cupcakes. Which, by the way, doesn't come in singles but they offer it for $0.50. Flavors: 1.) Red Velvet- 7/5- The most majestic, holy cupcake I've ever consumed. 2.) Sakura Cherry- 4/5- Good but kind of thrown off with the cherry in the middle 3.) Strawberry- 3/5- Couldn't really taste the strawberry but sweet and yummy^^ 4.) Chocolate Ganache- 3/5- the chocolate was heavenly. A bit heavy but still good nonetheless. 5.) Coconut Chocolate- 2.5/5 I love coconut anything but I didn't really taste the coconut? It's basically chocolate with coconut shreds on the top 6.) Salted Caramel- 4.5/5 GOOD. OMG *_* the salted caramel in the middle is just GOOD 7.) Mocha- 4/5 surprisingly tasty. I love the slight taste of mocha mixed with the rest of the cocoa/chocolate flavor They also have mini menus of daily flavors so make sure to get one :)
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Zack P.
The cupcakes here are amazing! I always stop by here when go to Newberry Street. Most of the time, regardless of the day or time, the line extends outside the door of the store. That is just how popular this place is. The decor of the inside is very cutesy and petite. The cupcakes are all on display for the customers to see, but they don't use those cupcakes. They have cupcakes on trays in the back that they use. I always get the red velvet cupcake. It is by far the best cupcake I have ever had. The key is to eat the same amount of icing and bread at the same time because the icing is pretty sweet, even though it is cream cheese on the red veltvet cupcake. Or else, you will suffer from consuming too much sweetness. There are other cupcake flavors but I do not get them. Almost everyone buys their cupcakes and gets them togo. No one really eats their cupckaes inside because they take them home. The togo boxes are cute pastel pink boxes that are specifically designed for the cupcakes.
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Eri E.
I like the selection of cupcakes. There's always something new almost every day, every season. Prices for cupcakes are fairly decent. The only issue I have with GC is that there's not a lot of seating available. It's more of a stop-by type of place if you're doing shopping around Newbury Street. Great selection - check out the website / social media to see what's in season. I highly recommend the chocolate3 for chocolate lovers out there!
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Remie M.
I came here in July. The service and selection was great. My bf was excited they have a location in Boston, on Newbury street to be exact. Apparently, this is the Sprinkles of the east coast. We ordered the red velvet and the sea salt caramel. Both very moist and fluffy. Something about it, it didn't sit well. I don't know what it was. But maybe I'm spoiled I used to live down the street from Sprinkles cupcake and sprinkles ice cream. I will give it a second chance since the atmosphere and staff were great!
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Jessica N.
I went to this location and are the vegan carrot cupcake. It was just okay. The cake itself was little on the dense side and the frosting was wayyyyyyy too sweet. I think the non vegan ones were possibly a little more balanced in texture and taste.
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Nicole T.
any openly vegan friendly place is an A+ in my book. i was with my boyfriend walking around boston and spotted this place - never heard of it, but it looked super cute. i spotted the menu from the window, big letters at the bottom of the menu "VEGAN CARROT" under their flavors. of course i had to have one. upon ordering, i was asked twice if i was vegan. i said yes, and they went out of their way to make sure my cupcake didn't cross contaminate with my boyfriend's chocolate vanilla (non-vegan) cupcake. they take this stuff seriously - so impressive!! the cupcake itself was incredible. super thick, not sickeningly sweet "cream cheese" frosting. the cake itself was the best part - NOT oily AT ALL, but incredibly moist. CHUNKS of carrot! amazing!!! my boyfriend loved his too!! i hope we find ourselves in the neighborhood again so i can have another! thanks for the vegan options!!!!!
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Anna A.
Fun and cute place, Took the kiddies, Got a dozen as we strolled down newbury street.
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Michelle G.
I used to watch the show so when I found out there was a bakery in Boston I was excited to try them. When we arrived there was no line and we walked right in. They had a great selection of flavor. My husband and I decided on red velvet and my son got pumpkin cheesecake. My husband and I quickly decided that these were the most delicious red velvet cupcakes we had ever tasted. My son had a taste of mine and agreed that it was great. He wasn't completely in love with his cupcake but said it was good. Definitely worth a quick stop if you are in the area to get a quick sugar rush!
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K Tanna K.
It's all in the frosting. I could eat that all by itself. So delicious. Love the frosting on the red velvet. And so does my daughter. It's her absolute favorite, even the little heart on top.
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Abby A.
I ordered the mocha fudge cupcake and it is a mouthful of creamy, delicious, and flavorful cupcake! The inside has a fudge filling and the top has an espresso bean. I want to try the red velvet flavor next! The line looks really long but it moves quickly. The only reason for the 4-stars is because they couldn't make any of the hot drinks when I came. I think the machines were down.
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Young P.
I don't usually like sweet stuff but this place totally blew me away. My fiance was craving cupcakes so we decided to give this place a try upon hearing good reviews. I initally wanted to take her to sweets which was only a few blocks down from Georgetown. But we wanted to try something new so ended up coming here. We ordered the vanilla&chocolate, red velevet, toffee crunch, double chocolate, and other flavors that I cant remember at the moment. One bite of red velvet was enough to convert me into a believer. My goodness. The frosting was out of this world. So powerful yet gentle. It was sweet but just enough. It also had a hint of cream cheese that really well complemented the whole experience. The cake part was also super duper soft and moist. I gave 4 stars only because it was kind of expensive but I can honestly say every dollar was worth it. Next time you go, I highly recommend getting more than one because I know for a fact you are gonna crave for another one...and another...and another....
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Christine G.
Got a dozen for my sister and her roommates as a Goodbye gift and Thank you. My sister insisted on me taking some back for Mo as well so I randomly picked 4 that I thought he would like and left the ones I know Stephanie will. Anyways... Decor: Clean, Open, Simple. Service: Friendly but BOTH employees where attending the same 1 customer who was only getting 1 cupcake... while there were 3 others waiting as well as myself. I didn't mind this too much since I was browsing the flavors that they had left. However it definitely seemed unnecessary. The Goods: My sister and her roommates raved about them. They all had never been to Georgetown Cupcake so I am glad they enjoyed them and got to experience something new. The cupcakes Mo and me had were Lemon Blossom, Chocolate Squared, Peanut Butter Fudge, and either Caramel Apple or Caramel Cheesecake? Memory is failing me. But all the cupcakes were moist and had their distinct flavor but nothing overwhelming and the sweetness of all the frostings were on point and fluffy. So hey! know we know that Georgetown Cupcakes can hold up a 3,000 mile trip from East to West Coast! :D Overall: Would definitely go back when in the area and now my sister and her friends have a go to cupcake place. ***Tip:You can also pre-order online! To guaruntee you get the flavors you want b/c by the end of the day they are nearly sold out!***
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Shir L.
Customer service was terrible. Not to mention there's always a long line, which would've been worth it if the girl behind the counter wasn't so rude. The taste and texture is consistent BUT the cupcakes itself shrunk in size and the price did not =(
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Hazel Y.
It seems that right before closing time they run out of cupcakes... Ive never experienced this before but today i went at 8:05 which was an hour before the closing time at 9pm but they were all out on cupcakes... With that said they have the best red velvet cupcakes. I also recommend the coconut and the chocolate lava cupcake ergo the 5 stars
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Natasha M.
So glad this is kind of a trek for me, otherwise I'd be in here way too often. I've had the cookies and cream and red velvet cupcakes, SO GOOD! The cake is moist and the frosting just right. Only downside is that if you buy your cupcakes later in the day, the frosting is kind of hard, so is the cake along the edges, so go in the morning! Not sure why people are complaining about seating. You're on Newbury Street! Take your cupcake and go for a walk :)
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Lindsey M.
I am so happy that I work close by to try these cupcakes out! Every time I go into the shop, all of the staff are so friendly and attentive. They are a cup cake production line! The cupcakes are a perfect size, not dry and have the right amount of icing. The flavors are rich and they have wonderful daily menu items to choose from. I suggest going online before you visit to decide which kind of cupcakes you would like first, this will save you time when going to order. I am able to by-pass the line of people staring at the case and get my order right in! I think the staff also appreciates it when you know what you want, as the sign is behind you when ordering so its hard to remember if you didn't write it down. Their website is fabulous and shows a pictures of every single cupcake including the monthly ones! Its so much easier to decide that I want the cupcake with the snowflake rather than the plain boring cupcake. You can also schedule a next day pick up if you want to just stop into the store and not be bothered! Every single flavor I've tried so far have been outstanding, this shop is better than Sweet and Crumbs by far! Lulu's and Georgetown have now stolen my cupcake heart. Note: Be very careful with the cupcake boxes! I had about four cupcakes land on their side while in the box (the dozen size). I am not sure if it was because they were not pushed down all of the way while being packed up or if my walk back shook them!
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Lyndsey C.
Love the location and the staff was ridiculously pleasant. This place is a mad house sometimes, though, so be prepared for a line (though it moves fast) and if you are not going in the summer, they only have a couple tables inside, so not really any room to eat if you are there when you cant take it outside and eat. So many great flavors, almost overwhelming. Prices are comparable...and you get great presentation for that cost. Most of the flavors we have tried were very good.
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Kris D.
Line out the door, OK it was moving at least but really what is all the hype? We order 3 cupcakes, a little pricey & smaller than what I'm used too. Cute pink cupcake boxes that hold the cupcake in it's place and we are outside because the few tables inside were occupied. No where to sit outside of the shop we have no choice but to grab one of the outside tables next door at the Thinking Cup. The cupcakes were so sweet and so over the top rich I could not finish one. I'm not a fan.
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Tyler M.
Way way way too much cream on top. If I wanted a blast of refined sugar in my mouth Id open my jar of white sugar, add flour and water, blend it and inject it onto my tongue. There's nothing refined or cool about this. :(
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Jacqueline D.
Their cupcakes are sooo damn good!! Better than sprinkles?!!! I tried Red velvet - the cream cheese frosting and most moist red velvet!!!! How much more can I emphasize delicious?!!! Mint cookies and Creme - My bf liked it and he's not even big on sweets/cupcakes. Tastes exactly like mint choco chip ice cream!!! Good crunch in the frosting. Vanilla white chocolate raspberry - Good!! Real fruit peices in it!! Gluten free chocolate - My cousin is gluten intolerant and she was seriously amazed that this cupcake tasted so moist and flavorful without gluten. I tried it and I couldn't even tell it was gluten free so you know it's good!!! The ice chai latte was a little too sweet. I loved every single cupcake I ordered!!! My only complaint would be the cupcakes were a little small!! Otherwise, I love this little cutesy cupcake shop!
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Ilyana E.
This was my bday wish "cake" got to try coconut and key lime and was blown away I truly loved them, they are moist and savory. I just came honest told cause of the TV show but I fell I'm love with the cute shop and awesome flavors.
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Connie W.
I'm usually a huge fan but today they weren't great...maybe because I came on a Wednesday and usually come on weekends? Anyhow the cake parts were aired out, and the flavors were lackluster. I was really excited to try carrot cake but was underwhelmed - no big carrot flavor, no walnuts, sorta dry cake, and frosting was nothing to write home about. At $3 per cupcake I would expect something more. Salted caramel was the best out of the bunch, had a caramel cake with whipped caramel buttercream and salted caramel drizzle. My old faves include the red velvet and raspberry white chocolate - both were super moist, and the raspberry white chocolate had berries baked into the cake. I will give them another chance...I love how they always have new flavors to try!
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Divyashree R.
Yummy tasty cupcakes. Ordered for a chocolate square n vanilla and chocolate . It had the perfect blend of sweetness in it. To come back place definitely
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Chris P.
Oh my god. Oh mah gawd. Possibly the best cupcakes I've ever had anywhere. I got the peanut butter fudge and the strawberry cupcakes. The frosting was so smooth and creamy I felt like I could've eaten by itself. The cupcake was so soft and moist it almost dissolves in your mouth. The decor was a color blocking of pink pastel and white. Lots of flavors to choose from to encourage people to keep coming back to try new ones (they even have a secret flavor of the day). It's pricey, but for the quality you're getting, I'd say it's more than worth it. My only problem is the severe lack of seating. There's one big table in the front with maybe 3 chairs, and a couple of small white tables in the back with maybe 1 or 2 chairs. It's disappointing because this is definitely the kind of place people would want to come and have a sit down to satisfy their cupcake cravings with their friends. Based off of product alone, GC gets 5 stars easily, however the store as a whole should seriously consider adding some seating outside its store.
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Adam G.
Just. Wow. I enjoyed these awesome cupcakes, but one thing. Three dollars for a cupcake? I really don't think that's a good price even for these dangerously delicious cupcakes . Overall great treats. Oh the hazlenut...
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Roberta B.
Ahhhh cupcake heaven. I love this place. What's not to love? A place with a gazillion different cupcake flavors. The lines are out the door but it's so worth it, and it goes by fast. My friends and I even managed to snag a table inside. Score. Will be back several times I presume.
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Merly M.
I came in 5 minutes before they closed, so I didn't really get to experience all of their amazingness, but I did have a Bumbleberry Cupcake (mix of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and strawberries in a vanilla cake?) and it was amazing. Soft, flavorful, and perfect. The place is super cute too! I would definitely come back.
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Carol Ann G.
I'm normally not a huge cupcake fan I find the fake frosting to be repulsive and the batter is usually dry but the cupcakes here are different. They're fragrant and moist and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness without being sickly sweet. Some of my favorites are the birthday cake both chocolate or vanilla and my favorite ever being the chocolate ganache. They're about 3 bucks a pop or 15 i believe for a half dozen, so a little on the expensive side but so worth it. Parking on the street can be hard but I mean cmon its newbury so to be expected. Perks are its right near Marc Jacobs and Nordstrom rack so you can satisfy your shopping needs and your sweet tooth!
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Stephanie B.
Dainty but freaking delicious! As a cupcake aficionado, I approve of the frosting to cake ratio. I tried a few flavors just to be sure, and that strawberry is still lodged in a tastebud, or my brain.. somewhere in there. Thanks for the cupcake goodness, Georgetown Cupcake!
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Alberta H.
These cupcakes changed my life, seriously. We visited on a busy Saturday morning after wandering newbury st and checking out all the expensive shops. My husband had te chocolate fudge peanut butter cupcake and after his first bite, his eyes literally rolled back in his head. Which is huge as he is not a big fan of sweets. But he loved his cupcake. Super moist, loaded with a gooey chocolate fudge center, and the peanut butter icing was so light and fluffy. Perfection. I had the cookies and cream cupcake and I'm shocked I didn't eat 10 in one sitting. The cake is loaded with bits of Oreo and the icing is just the lightest most divine thing I've ever eaten. To the point where I wanted to order and extra dozen to take home with us (and by home I mean pittsburgh with a layover in Detroit so I was willing I carry these bad boys the entire trip) and that's saying a LOT! I actually have a friend who lives in boston and I've told him that I will pay him to go eat one for me. The shop is bright and so pretty. Only a few tables but if it's a pretty afternoon just sit on the curb outside and enjoy the gluttony in its purest form. Be prepared to wait in line, but it's so worth it!
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Lauren L.
I got 4 cupcakes here last night and all 4 were dried up around the top edge and crumbled off the cupcake, and the rest of the cupcake was all dry and nasty. I threw them all out. So tonight I emailed their email on their site and this all I got back. No offer for a refund or replacement. How pathetic a response from a small business. I will never ever ever ever ever patronize any business that makes zero effort to rectify low quality product that a customer spends money on. I've posted their response below: "Thank you for contacting Georgetown Cupcake Newbury! I am so sorry that your experience with Georgetown Cupcake was anything less than perfect. We take great pride in our product and are always extra attentive to our cupcakes to ensure that every single cupcake receives the best tasting cupcake possible! Here at Georgetown Cupcake, we use only the freshest ingredients and bake our cupcakes fresh each morning to ensure the highest quality of product. We're terribly sorry that we did not live up our everyday standard. Unfortunately, the winter can be a little bit tricky as any exposure to cold air can dry out the cake. We do our best to keep all of the cupcakes warm. We greatly appreciate your feedback and apologize that our cupcakes were not what you expected. Once again, our greatest apologies." I see a lot of excuses and blah blah blah, and not a lot of service recovery. Whoever this woman is who responded to me, either missed Customer Service 101, or, she simply doesn't care about customers and this silly little thing called "customer recidivism". ================== Update: I emailed her and said that was an unacceptable response. So I disputed the charge with my Discovercard and they refunded me.
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Kristie B.
I got some cupcakes shipped to me for my last birthday. They were easily the best cupcakes I've ever had. I was excited to find out they'd opened a location on Newbury I'd be able to stop into while the hubs and I were in Boston last week and was hoping they'd be as good as the ones I'd gotten in January. I was NOT disappointed! We stopped in last Monday, along my sister-in-law and mother-in-law who drove in to the city visit with us. The hubs and I got a couple to share - Mocha Cookies 'n Cream and Chocolate with Peanut Butter Fudge icing. They were absolutely outstanding! The cake was moist and icing creamy and flavorful without being overly sweet. The cupcakes aren't huge, but they don't need to be when they pack that much fabulousness! The sis-in-law is gluten intolerant, so she went with the gluten free option. Wish I could remember what it was. It doesn't really matter anyway... She said it was the best cupcake of its kind she's ever had. She said most of the time GF options tend to be dry and crumbly. According to her, you couldn't even tell the difference from a regular cupcake. Kudos to Georgetown for creating a great GF option! We'll definitely be stopping in next time we're in Boston!
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Shia G.
Amazing overall everything I've tried has been very good. I bake and my mom is a baker so I feel overly qualified to judge. It's impossible to find a cupcake shop where every flavor is pleasing to the palate. Even if its a flavor I wouldn't usually try I have loved or appreciated it as it can definitely satisfy if it was someone's favorite flavor. ***Although I've recently had two dry cupcakes different flavors not sure why maybe just duds, but never stopped me from returning!
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N.j. C.
I didn't know much going in. However, a friend was in town for work and he'd heard about this location through a show on TLC (??). I give it a 3-star rating because I felt a little let-down by the cupcakes. Though, it may be my own fault. I had a Lemon Blossom and my friend CJ had a Vanilla Birthday Cake. The reason for the low rating is because both cupcakes were vanilla (regular) flavored-cake. We had both assumed that the cupcake would be similar in flavor to the frosting. I was surprised that neither did. I don't know if I'd go back for anything other than to try the chocolate cupcakes. Do these folks pair cake and frosting flavors with other options?
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Thanh L.
I have yet to find a cupcake place that completely impresses me. Georgetown Cupcake is hit or miss. Sometimes they have amazing, moist cupcakes with delightful, not overly sweet buttercream frosting (like their vanilla cupcakes). When I had their blueberry cheesecake cupcake the other evening, the sugar was overpowering, although the consistency and texture of the cream cheese and cake portion was fabulous - also nice and moist. Other times, they have dried out cupcakes, which makes me sad - the calories and $3 are never worth crappy quality dessert! My friend got a red velvet cupcake that was as dry as toast - so gross. Better off buying a latte with that money! Come here earlier than later in the day to avoid dry cupcakes and if you want a free cupcake, mention the secret flavor of the day by name! That info can be found on Twitter - but they run out after the first 100 so go early!!
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FreshTake '.
I mean does this place really even need reviews written? They are the best cup cakes in the entire world. Better than sprinkles, better than mom and pop places in ohio I've tried and just simply THE BEST. no other red velvet cup cake can compare. Tried the peanut butter and chocolate one, it was like heavenly fudge ecstasy, like something I made up. Seriously though, so glad they're in Georgetown, md too :)
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Hannah K.
Their gluten free cupcakes are DELICIOUS! I have celiac and they have never caused me any sickness. I wish they had more than one flavor a day, but I'll take what I can get! I've tried the PB, salted caramel, and the chocolate birthday cake. All delicious -- but the PB takes the cake!
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Amy K.
I love this place and I even have my husband hooked. Whenever we are on (or near) Newbury we stop in for a treat and walk over to the garden to enjoy it. The flavor of the month for June was peanut butter banana which is pretty much my idea of PERFECT!! Please bring this flavor back!! My husband loves the lemon. They are alway moist and fluffy and the frosting isn't overly sweet.
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Michael B.
In lieu of a traditional wedding cake, Georgetown Cupcake supplied a variety of cupcakes for our wedding reception, in addition to individually-boxed cupcakes that served as party favors. The cupcakes were delivered on time to our reception and received rave reviews from all of our guests. We had ordered 7 different flavors, and every one was delicious. The most complements were for the gluten free peanut butter fudge, which many said was the most delicious gluten free food item they had ever tasted. Georgetown's staff in the Newbury Street location also deserves 5 stars for their service, as they guided us through all of our cupcake options which included customized icing designs. Both in terms of value and quality, I cannot imagine there being a better desert option for any wedding reception (or any other type of party, really).
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Xtine M.
Hands down, this place makes the best cupcakes ever. They are super moist with just the right amount of sugar. Their selection is great and you really can't go wrong with a purchase there!
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Stacy H.
$3 for a teeny tiny cupcake? okay. i got their raspberry chocolate cupcake, which was really just ok considering the cost. the frosting was tasty, the cake was moist (if you don't think the most crucial part of a cupcake is the cake then we can't be friends) but damn i ate that sucked in 3 minutes. $1 a minute feels a little like... (fill in the blank) also very, very limited seating.
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Allie G.
Just stopped in for a gluten-free treat as I was roaming the streets of Boston. Had heard about Georgetown on TV, and it definitely lives up to its reputation! Finding great gluten-free alternatives isn't always easy, but Georgetown doesn't disappoint.
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Kayleigh S.
Georgetown Cupcakes are pretty good, though I'm not sure they deserve the raves or the lines they get. They do a good job of balancing the frosting to the cake, and the flavors do taste like what they purport to be. I'll even admit that at a baby shower I may have devoured 3 in a sitting. But is it worth waiting in a line out the door? I don't really think so. The flavors are pretty tame-- mint/chocolate, peanut butter/chocolate, strawberry/vanilla -- that kind of thing. Salted caramel is about as crazy as it gets. And the size is a little skimpy for the price. I'd say they're a good bet if you're in the area and the line's not too long, but not worth travelling out of your way for.
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Jack L.
I was very impressed with Georgetown Cupcake! It certainly lives up to the hype. Service was friendly by the employees, and the store was clean, modern, and refreshing. We sampled the Vegan Carrot Cupcake and Dark Chocolate Ganache. Both were moist, flavorful, but not overly sweet. The vegan cupcake tasted like the real thing, and the frosting was to die for! The chocolate ganache flavor was present throughout the cupcake, and the frosting was also tasty. Definitely make this a stop if you are in the area and in the mood for some dessert!
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Vivian C.
Georgetown Cupcake in Boston is located on Newbury Street, basically between Copley and Arlington T stops. So either way, it is but a short walk to cupcake. Flavors of the day were listed on a board - how convenient! And prices are $2.75 each, $15 for a half dozen, $29 for a dozen. If you want your single cupcake boxed to go, then it is a 50 box charge, and $1.50 to make your purchase pretty (aka gift wrap), but individual cupcake paper baggies are included. Their cupcakes seem a tad smaller than those you bake at home - though I didn't have one on hand for a comparison, so that's just my eyeball approximation. For sure, however, theirs are significantly smaller than Crumbs' exceedingly sharable portion. A variety of hot and cold beverages are available, as well as a recycle bin. There was no line when I entered, and service was prompt. The cupcake - chocolate marshmallow ganache - was moist enough, could do with more of the marshmallowy filling, and the fondant coin on top was quite edible. Cupcakes are decorated with elegant simplicity, with either a pool of ganche or a thick swirl of frosting, topped with a simple garnish of sprinkles, something made of fondant, a swiggle of something or another, or a tidbit of some other sort. *** February 2014 #2 *** Vanilla Hazelnut was a soft vanilla cup cake, make that soft and fluffy, topped with a thin coat of hazelnut chocolate frosting and topped with yummy sweet crunch stuff. Just what was that??? I initially assumed it just to be chopped nuts, but I'm not so sure now. Yum. *** May 2014 *** Caramel Hazelnut - similar to the vanilla version except with a light brown cake beneath the thin frosting and crunch stuff - Yum!
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Julia M.
When it comes to non-homemade cupcakes, I can be rather persnickety, & I am often skeptical of such hyped-up bakeries as Georgetown Cupcake. Fortunately for me, however, Georgetown Cupcake lives up to its hype, baking some of the best cupcakes that you can find in Boston. The buttercream frosting is delicious (not too sweet), as is the cream cheese frosting (light & fluffy). The peanut butter & ganache frostings are also quite tasty & should not be missed. As for the cake itself, it is light & moist. My only gripe is that the cupcakes are on the smaller side & cost $3 apiece -- which is why I only occasionally treat myself to a cupcake from Georgetown Cupcake. Tidbits: -Flavors I recommend: Red Velvet, Chocolate & Vanilla, Peanut Butter Fudge, Lava Fudge (so good!), & Banana Split (seasonal flavor only offered in August). -They offer a fairly large selection of flavors each day, including rotating daily & seasonal flavors. Their full cupcake menu, which includes all of their rotating flavors can be found at georgetowncupcake.com/me… . -There is often a line at Georgetown Cupcake, but it always moves pretty quickly.
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Olga F.
Oh man! We stopped here because there's always a line and we wanted to judge for ourselves. It was wonderful! One of the best pastries I've had in a long time!!
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Harsha V.
Cheese lime pie was good. and chocolate!
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Vi H.
Always ask for the secret flavor of the day! You get a free mini cupcake if you follow them on twitter or facebook. I been doing this for years and really never buy one unless it's for someone else.
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Jennifer M.
Call me crazy but I'm not the cupcake type. My husband brought me home a chocolate ganache cupcake which was left over at his work. I ate it, and wished I had one more! Next time I'm in Boston, I'm definitely stopping by. Excellent frosting that wasn't too sweet either. It was the perfect way to end the day.
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Gina Y.
Full disclosure: I'm from Los Angeles, I love Georgetown Cupcakes, and I go to the store in Beverly Hills. I had a dozen birthday cupcakes delivered last week from the Boston location to one of my good friends who lives and works there. More than half the cupcakes arrived with the frosting fallen off the top. I e-mailed the store with a picture that the birthday girl took to see if they could do anything. No response from the store. Very disappointed.
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Rapas C.
I love the cupcakes here. Especially the red velvet! I would have to say, go for the ones that are not just plain vanilla or chocolate, those are quite typical and can be found everywhere. It is harder to find good red velvet or strawberry and the lemon ones, go for those. But they sometimes might not have the flavors you are looking for as they do have different ones on different days, other than the basics like the red velvet, vanilla, chocolate, and caramel. I haven't tried their drinks so I can't really say anything on that. The service is organized and fast. I have tried the original cupcakes from Georgetown, somehow I would have to say that I prefer the ones I had in Boston. They're pretty much the same, if not the original brand is not as good in my opinion.
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Jenny Crai G.
I tried the Chocolate² cupcake. It consisted of a Valrhona chocolate cupcake with a whipped Callebaut chocolate frosting topped with a fondant flower. It was pretty. The frosting wasn't sickeningly sweet, either. It was just a little too chocolatey for me. I probably would have enjoyed another flavor better, but it seemed like it was their signature cupcake. For it's size, it is not worth three dollars.
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Kartik P.
This place is perfect for a sweet bite! we tried half a dozen different cupcakes and all of them were good but for me the mocha fudge just stood out. More than the cupcake i think the seller here is the icing on top. That steals the show and worth $2 bucks and a $1 for the cupcake itself making it 3$ a piece. thats my breakdown :) for someone who doesnt have a sweet tooth and makes cupcakes etc at home, or who isnt used to the boston pricing 3$ a piece a little steep. I went blind for few seconds when I saw the price on the wall. Worth a try and wont be disappointed for sure.
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Deb L.
bumping back up to 4.5 stars. This is an embarrassing thing to admit but we're all friends here on yelp right? i tried the peanut butter fudge on Saturday - for the first time. I know, totally living under a rock! It was beyond amazing, and I went back on Sunday for more. That's 4 cupcakes in 2 days but who's counting. Just when you think you've tried them all, think again. My new favorite! The PB Fudge cheesecake was really good too.
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Aaron K.
Good cupcake, but small for the price (3.21 w tax). They don't stack these in the fridge and they are being made constantly throughout the day which makes for a very fresh cake. The red velvet cake was moist and had a great texture. The frosting was creamy but came at room temp which was a bit strange for a red velvet cupcake. I'm interested in trying some other flavors to see if the hype is worth it. The red velvet cupcake was pretty good, but just a standard cupcake. For what it's worth, my wife is a cupcake/sweet fiend and enjoyed it more than I did.
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Elle D.
They have gluten free!!!! This was an AMAZING discovery for me! They usually have one flavor, but taking a glass-half-full-approach, that saves me from the VERY difficult decision of choosing! I had chocolate peanut butter, and it is hands-down the best cupcake I have ever had, and it happened to be gluten free! The peanut butter frosting was really spectacular. While I've head the lines can be outrageous, I waited no more than 5 minutes on a Saturday around 3pm. Definitely check it out!
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Lucas W.
Wow, is all I can say! :) I ordered a dozen cupcakes for a client, and unfortunately they were delivered to my personal apartment, and not the shipping address. Crazy, right? Well, whether it was a fault of mine, or a technical glitch, I am unsure, and Georgetown didn't even ask or care. They immediately helped me remedy this problem by starting an entirely new order, and expedited the delivery to reach my clients the same day. This was a custom order with personalized fondant, and this was not a local delivery. They went above and beyond for me, and I am not a client for life. Georgetown, I haven't even tasted your goodies, but if you put as much effort into your product as you do your client's happiness, I can't wait to order some for myself. Thank you VERY much!
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Boris L.
Whenever I have a bad day I just remember that the chocolate peanut butter cheesecake cupcake exists and I feel a little better
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Leah K.
I ordered cupcakes for my gluten free friend's birthday. I ordered from the website, and chose to do customized toppers (hot pink J's and silver stars). Easy peasy, and at no extra cost. I picked them up at the shop on Friday and kept them in my room until I could give them to my friend on Saturday. They were a HUGE hit. Gluten Free chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream and rainbow sprinkles, topped with our custom toppers. The scary part was, I didn't taste a difference between the GF cupcakes and regular...I got scared for a sec. But they were the real deal. My friend didn't get sick, and she was so happy! I don't really have to say, Georgetown Cupcakes has the best cupcakes in Boston. They are ridiculously delicious, with fun flavors. Plus, they ain't bad to look at. At $2.75 a cupcake, it's a great treat. I'm boring and usually go for "Chocolate Birthday", but recently I had their chocolate hazelnut cupcake. It doesn't have frosting, just ganach, but the hazelnuts are crunchy like toffy and crazy delicious. Also I'm a cream cheese frosting hater (I don't like cream cheese) but their frosting has a great balance of cream cheese and whatever else, so it's not too sour. LOVE!
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Greg P.
Cupcakes are just ok but the delivery was far from... My very sweet sister sent me Georgetown cupcakes to me for my birthday yesterday. She had sent 12 cupcakes for delivery. They arrived at my buildings security desk at 4:30PM and I picked them up at 7PM after work. When I opened the box, the cupcakes had almost all flipped over and frosting was everywhere and mixed with other cupcakes. Even worse, the cupcake frosting had melted and none of the designs looked like anything. I couldn't even tell the flavor of most of them except for the red velvet care. There was no description or legend as to the flavors either. Other cupcake delivery services provide a description or labels for the cupcakes. The overall taste of the cupcakes was ok. They were not very fresh tasting. I tried two: the red velvet and the caramel chocolate. The red velvet was pretty plain tasting although the sour cream frosting was not bad. The caramel chocolate cupcake did not taste like caramel at all. Overall, if you need cupcakes delivered, try elsewhere.
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Victoria P.
Beautiful and delicious cupcakes. They are moist and flavorful and the line usually goes pretty quickly. They also make great gifts for any occasion! Just popped over and got a salted caramel, coffee cookies and cream, and cookies and cream cheesecake cupcake for a good friend. Worth the trip.
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Freida S.
I had the Key Lime cupcake, which was delicious. The cake was fluffy, the icing was not too sweet, and the tastes were interesting and subtle. Could have used a hint more taste, but I can also live without it, no biggie. Having more flavors (and stranger flavors) to choose from would be nice. Either way, I'd go again to try their other cupcakes.
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Neha S.
Hardly any line, and delicious cupcakes! Georgetown Cupcakes lives up to the hype. One star off for inadequate seating.
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Patrick L.
I've been in a few times! What do they do with all the extra cupcakes at the end of the night? I'll buy them all. Seriously. I've had the red velvet ones several times, but the real original ones are the vegan cupcakes. They make several different kinds throughout the week and they are original and very good! Give them a try!
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Heather D.
The best cupcakes I've had... and I've had a lot of cupcakes. The cakes always have an excellent, moist texture. They are always fresh and you can taste the quality of the ingredients they use. The frosting, especially the peanut butter, is absolutely delicious. I get them anytime I'm in town and I've ordered from them several times for my kids' birthday parties. They are always a big hit!
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Agustin K.
Odd to see this on Newbury street but for some reason they have line out the door so we went ahead inside. I like their decor, wish I can bring home the cupcake pictures home. Good photo op. We had the lime cupcake, it was decent. I prefer the lemon cupcake from buttercup in NYC. Also limited seating so you most likely have to either wait or just enjoy your cupcake while strolling down Newbury. We got lucky a table opened up just when we paid so we ended up just relaxing while people watching for a bit.
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Amanda P.
I had such high expectations It tastes like they just dumped sugar onto the cupcake The place is small not much seating
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Elleen P.
I wanted to try Georgetown cupcakes ever since I saw an Instagram pic of it a year ago, and I was somewhat let down. :( I expected it to be like Sprinkles of the East Coast, but it definitely was just some glorified Albertsons cupcakes. They were really pricey, too.. I wanted to buy a 6 pack for my friend (and her friends) that I was visiting later on, and it came out to be like $20. Mehhhhh super ok in my book. Probably wouldn't come back except for the free cupcakes that are announced on their twitter in the morning.
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Diane H.
Wow, worst customer service ever. No smiles, grumpy workers. I got two cupcakes and just wanted a single box for one of them but they wanted to charge me 50 cents for a single box when I offered to not take the 2 cupcake box since I just wanted a smaller one for just one. You may have lost a customer forever!
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Maryann K.
Yum! I ate my gluten free peanut butter fudge cupcake so fast I didn't get a picture. Although the gluten free flavors are limited, they are really tasty. They offered to change their gloves for me, which was much appreciated. Seating is limited here. To go packaging is excellent.
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Pam C.
We wandered into Georgetown one day after realizing that the usual, out the door and round the corner line was unusually missing (probably because of the bad weather that day). They have a pretty huge selection of cupcakes - some of them rotate and some of them are available every day. They're actually quite delicious, and don't come with an overwhelming amount of icing like some other cupcake places do. The icing isn't too sweet and are usually flavoured pretty nicely to match the flavour of the cupcake. Some other reviewers have mentioned that they don't like the texture of the cupcake, but I actually really like how the edges are browned and crispy - it gives it nice variety. Definitely like the salted caramel, red velvet, and chocolate ganache flavours. Overall, it's definitely a pretty good cake and at 2.75 I think it's fairly reasonably priced. Is it good? Yes. Worth the wait? Probably only once.
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Brittany M.
Great cupcakes, they have many flavors especially ones that coordinate with the season. There is a line to get in but will go very fast. Highly recommended
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Kelly O.
Bit of a mixed bag. I really enjoyed the chocolate peanut butter cheesecake (good flavors, good texture), but there was something off about the white chocolate raspberry; the frosting tasted oddly chemically (almost menthol-like?), which was strange considering it was meant to be chocolate flavored and A) they should be using real chocolate and B) even a fake chocolate extract shouldn't taste chemically/mentholly like that. On the plus side, the cake itself was moist and fluffy, as was the frosting, and it wasn't too sweet with a nice helping of tart raspberries throughout. I'd be willing to try Georgetown again; maybe other flavors would fare better? As it stands though, I think I'm more of a Crumbs fan.
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Haley C.
Not going to lie, I ended up here while strolling down Newbury Street-- and really enjoyed what we got. The only thing wrong was too few tables. We wanted to stay enjoy our cupcakes, and drink our coffee... but hardly anwhere to sit. The cupcake itself was an A plus!
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W. A.
Had a chocolate2 and a vanilla2 and both were excellent. I also like Charlie's Cupcakes on the cape, but these are even better. Other places round town are to sweet or too dry or just not worth it. Thank goodness I don't work closer to this place! (Also really like Sprinkles, but won't be able to compare til they're both here.)
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Jefferson B.
these are great tasting; not overly sweet; and they keep things interesting by changing the selection daily. the staff is always polite. I can do without having to pay for a box for single cup cakes, though.
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Betsy A.
I must start by saying, I was a skeptic. I'm tired of trying over hyped places in Boston only to be disappointed. Well I'm glad I was wrong with this one... The cupcakes at this place are ridiculous, and by ridiculous I mean ridiculously tasty! They are oozing pure deliciousness. I've had 3 varieties already and I plan to have many more (if my weight and my wallet allow it...). What can I say? Their cake is moist and their frosting delicious... 2 of the very important components of cupcake making. ;-) In all seriousness, the flavors are rich and the cakes are extremely fluffy, crumble in your hand moist. Not to mention the frosting pairings are great. I'm taking 1 star for stuff folks have mentioned before (but that don't take away from how good the cupcakes are): a little on the expensive side, could have more seating on the inside and outside, and the place is quite small so, while I'm cool waiting in line outside in the summer/fall, I bet it's going to get annoying fast during winter...
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Yuqi Q.
The box is even better than the cupcake!
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Shane D.
Beyond yummy! I got 18 cupcakes for a small party at work (6 chocolate, 6 vanilla, 2 Red Velvet, 2 Coconut, 2 Lemon). All were tasty, moist as can be, had a great ratio of cake to frosting, and the frosting stayed soft & whipped even after a few hours of sitting out. Plus, they were decorated cute for a baby celebration. I went in thinking they'd be typical over-priced nothing-special cupcakes, but was totally blown away. I got a Pumpkin Cheesecake version for myself...it was ridiculous--one of the best baked goods I've ever had. CRAZY! Highly recommend.
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S H.
Delicious rich cupcakes!! But... Long line for limited selection since few flavors sold out. I would go back when the line goes away.
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Cat And Dave U.
I am a believer. So delicious. Not like most of the other cupcake places when you get a dry cake with overly sweet frosting. My favorites were the coconut and the banana's foster! Definitely worth the visit to busy Newbury and the long line.
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Liz R.
Not a good experience. The store is set up where you don't know where to go. Is there a line? Where does it begin? Where do you order? Finally walked around a few folks who where just standing around to find the cashier. I ordered 3 cupcakes. Cashier said $16. I thought that was expensive for 3 cupcakes. When I received my order it was 6 cupcakes. The kid at the cashier decided to add 3 additional cupcakes without me knowing. Total scam!! Shame on your Georgetown Cupcakes...And I've had better cupcakes elsewhere. Not cool.
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Nicole B.
Obsessed. I discovered them before the TV show while on M Street in Georgetown and couldn't resist finding out what the crazy line was wrapping around the block! After about 30-45mins of waiting in line I finally ordered the cupcake of dreams. During my trip in Georgetown I even called home to rave about my cupcake experience. So excited they're on Newbury Street and with much shorter lines : )
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sam y.
must try!
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Hayley M.
There's really not much to say. The cupcakes are tasty and cutesy, but ordinary. The pink box would make a cute gift. That's pretty much Georgetown Cupcakes in a nutshell. Go, but know that it's comparable with every other cupcake establishment.
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Espresso T.
Didn't expect that I would actually like cupcakes for their tast (they usually just look good but nothing special taste wise)! This place has made me want to come back. the prices are very reasonable as well. Bought a few cupcakes for a birthday occasion, but surprising they were very good! The cake part if moist and tasty and the creamy frosting really made a difference compared to many other places where the frosting is just all sugary. The red velvet was very good, so was the pumpkin spice!
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C O.
This bakery gets 1 star for ambiance....after waiting for over a half hour to even get into the bakery, we found ourselves with no place to sit (they don't even have a countertop you can stand at!) and enjoy our very expensive cupcakes. There are 2 small tables...1 near the bathroom and 1 near the front window. We ended up walking to the public gardens and sat and shivered while we ate our cupcakes. I will not be going back. Next time I will go to Sweet where I can enjoy my overpriced cupcake inside!
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Mimi F.
I'm not a true cupcake fan. However, these were awesome cupcakes! Had the coconut, and the vanilla and chocolate. Very good frosting on both, not too sweet. Moist cakes. Prices about right. The only thing is, they charge you for a cupcake box. ???
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Rachel G.
The Early Grey tea cupcake with lavender frosting was MIND BLOWING. So great. Want another!
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Lexi L.
Sorry all, but I was really disappointed in Georgetown Cupcake.... I have heard all the hype and work only a few blocks away, so one day when I had time to kill before work, I decided to pop in for a treat! When I received my cupcake, I went up the few steps to a table to enjoy. When I got to the table, it was covered in crumbs, spilled drinks and the previous diners dirty napkins and cupcake box. The place was pretty empty so I was a bit surprised that this table hadn't been cleaned. I went back down to the counter and asked for a rag to clean my table. Instead of offering to clean it for me, the girl handed me a bunch of napkins for ME to clean it. At that point, there were no other customers at the counter and the girl really wasn't doing anything. So after cleaning my own table, I sat with my milk and coconut/chocolate cupcake. Eahhhh..... that was my reaction. Certainly not worth the price. It honestly tasted like a day old Betty Croker box mix. The frosting was tasty, the actual cake was dry. Certainly wont be recommending it to anyone nor will I be visiting again.
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Annie T.
I wish I could have tried more cupcakes during my short stay in Boston but I was only able to try my favorite flavor of all time -- STRAWBERRY. One of my favorite places in Houston is Celebrity Cupcake and they make what I considered to be the best strawberry cupcake, but Georgetown cupcake has now taken over that top spot for me. The frosting had small chunks of real strawberries and the cake was good! Now I'm sad I live in Houston.
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Janice M.
While not a cupcake eater myself I am a pretty good baker and have thought Georgetown Cupcakes has a superior product. I have been a regular customer often purchasing a dozen at a time for various events. Just yesterday I had 13 dozen delivered to a number of departments at my company. My husband asked me to pick up cupcakes for an event we will be attending tomorrow. Due to a missed deadline for online ordering I went into the store with a list for 5 dozen cupcakes (all in stock). I asked if I could place the order, pay for them and pick them up after my hair appt next door. They said no that I would have to wait while they were packaged. I couldn't wait so I left with my order list and my money. I struggle to understand why they couldn't hold a fully paid order for one hour. There was no risk on their part. It also would take the pressure off their packing the order. Anyway I will get my dessert from Finale for tomorrow's event. Too bad for Georgetown as they lost my business.
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Cat T.
Gorgeous! But NOT VEGAN, so I won't eat them. Please make VEGAN! Vegan is healthier, better for humans and animals alike! GO VEGAN!
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Cathy D.
Outstanding product and service from Georgetown Cupcake for a birthday delivery! We recently had a dozen birthday cupcakes sent to our daughter away at college in Vermont. They arrived by FedEX, on time, in perfect condition, fresh and beautiful. They were enjoyed by all in her dorm and made her birthday special. Thank you Georgetown Cupcake!
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Marie c.
Inconsistent for sure. Have purchased them several times for social gatherings; sometimes the cake is delicious and moist; next time - dry. I agree with others who say..the cake should always be the standout and consistent. The frosting is always good, but sometimes a bit too sweet and too much. It's the cupcake; the cake part..that needs attention and consistency. And yes, have been into the shop a few times..with all the staff standing and working -- why is it so hard to be waited on in a polite and timely manner. Often, I feel as if I'm interrupting their "fun" day...if only the customers would go away - feeling. Wished I could give 5 stars..but can't-being truthful so others can benefit.
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Heather W.
This is the first time I have indulged in Georgetown Cupcakes, as I am a huge fan of the show. When we were in the city last weekend, I just had to get myself a dozen. We were overly impressed with the coffee. I had a latte, and my husband had his straight up, and we enjoyed every ounce. Very good flavor. The strawberry cupcake is to die for. Their cream cheese frosting is also very, very good. However, most of the chocolate cakes were a little dry. The red velvet didn't have a ton of flavor, and for the price, they were all pretty small. However, I would definitely go again. The staff was great, and I will be dreaming about that latte and strawberry cupcake. I really wish they would have had more variety when we were there, as well as names as to which cupcakes were which. I really had no idea on a couple what they flavors were supposed to be when I got home.
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Megs L.
As good as the original. The frosting is the perfect sweetness and the cupcakes are incredibly moist. As a plus, the set up of the store allows for a behind the scenes peak into the world of cupcake making .
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Chad B.
This is the best place in Boston for cupcakes. Always moist and flavorful...and a boatload of different flavors that vary depending on the day of the week and month. I heart you, GC.
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Rachael D.
I had never seen Georgetown Cupcakes, but when my friend told me about it, I was skeptical to go to a place so commercialized. I was pleasantly surprised. We went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too crowded. All of the cupcakes were on display and they also had a list of flavors since the display was overwhelming. I decided on the Key Lime. I ordered, paid, they gave me the cupcake...quick process! There was limited seating (the place is small and narrow), but our group found a table. I usually don't care for cupcakes, but the Key Lime was great! The cupcake was moist and had a great citrus flavor (more lemony than limey, though). The frosting was surprisingly good. A bit sweet for my tastes, but it wasn't too overly-sweet like many bakery cupcakes. It was citrusy as well and had a nice light, cream cheese flavor and texture. Overall, I would go back to Georgetown Cupcakes!
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Andy C.
An hour in line for a cupcake during opening weekend in June? I had to investigate, and I am not disappointed at all. The chocolate banana and key lime were absolutely delightful - the lime struck the perfect balance between tangy and sweet, while the chocolate was rich but not overpowering. The frosting was just a tad heavy for my liking, but blended in so well with the rich cake that I so love. It's hard not to compare this place to Sweet on Mass Ave, and to me, they are very different. Sweet makes lighter frosting with fluffier cake, and has really cozy seating to hole up, read, and watch the hustle and bustle of Mass Ave. Not so much seating space at Georgetown Cupcake, but it's location is sure to draw the shopping crowds!
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Jackie S.
I was so excited to hear that Georgetown Cupcake was coming to Boston. I have been to the one in Georgetown and found that these are the most delicious cupcakes I have ever had. The flavors are so rich and they have a great variety that changes every day. The atmosphere in the shop is great, everything is pink! The employees are super friendly. The only complaint I would have is that there is basically no seating inside, but, at least in warm/nice weather, it was nice to go to the Boston public garden and enjoy my cupcakes :-) If you are going to be on Newbury St, it is to your great benefit to stop in for a cupcake!
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Mabel S.
Averagely good cupcakes, averagely nice staff, incredibly long lines. The prices are alright, but I've seen better. The most disappointing part was that our cupcakes tipped over in the box and the frosting slipped right off. The cake tasted a little dry, but the Lavender Earl Grey Tea cupcake was pretty awesome. Overall, it's just a pretty average place that's going to rake in tons of money simply because of its reputation.
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Katie R.
Meh. I'd heard about Georgetown cupcake from friends in DC, so I was excited to see that we were getting one in Boston. However, I really wasn't that impressed. As I was walking up to go in, a staff member stopped me at the door like a bouncer in a club and said with 'tude "Um. there's a line." I said, "Ok, can I get in it?" and she said "We don't like to let it get crowded in there, so I'll let you know when you can come in." Seriously? So waited for permission to go in and buy a cupcake. Finally, I got to go in (I think she was trying to create the illusion of demand because there were only 4 people in the "crowded" line) and I ordered a coconut and a "chocolate and vanilla" to share with my husband. I watched them deny the man in front of me a box for his order (I'm not sure why I got the honor and he didn't) and frankly was not that impressed with the way any of the customers were being treated. I know they're a big deal in DC, but... Got home and my "chocolate + vanilla" was actually chocolate and cream cheese. There's a difference: one is vanilla. the other is cream cheese. The cake itself was fine, but not exceptional. The coconut was just ok as well. With all the solid cupcakeries in town, I won't bother with them again.
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Rebecca A.
These are the most mouthwatering and delicious cupcakes I have had in a long time. My favorites are the lavender earl gray and the lemon blossom. But my most favorite is their key lime cupcake! They always have the standards throughout the week, but there are specialty cupcakes that are only on certain days as well as monthly specials. I highly recommend Georgetown cupcakes!
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Jenny H.
I went to GC a couple of days ago with my cousin. Since we were strolling down Newbury street we decided to drop by and check it out. When approaching the counter to order, I was greeted by a friendly associate. The place itself was surprisingly small. I've been told by my friends that there are often long lines to GC but I guess I was lucky to miss the crowd. We got there around 1PM and their special flavors were already out. My cousin and I decided on the following: 2 vanilla birthdays, 1 chocolate hazelnut, and 1 red velvet. When we got home, I opened the box and was disappointed that I only received 3 of the 4 cupcakes. 1 of the vanilla birthday cupcakes were missing. So make sure you check your box before leaving! Other than that the cupcakes were satisfying. It's good to go there for a treat but going too often might make you become broke since each cupcake is $2.75 each.
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Stacie K.
These cupcakes are good, but not sure they're worth all the hype. I was honestly disappointed. I expected there to be quite a few fun or interesting flavors. Instead there was probably 3-4 flavors of something chocolate and 3 flavors of something vanilla. I'm talking like, chocolate lava, chocolate 3, milk chocolate birthday or regular vanilla, vanilla birthday, vanilla chocolate...flavors that seemed redundant to me. I had Cherry Blossom flavor (the only one that I could find that was something different) and my husband had carrot cake. Both cupcakes were decent and surprisingly airy, but I just expected some more creative flavors.
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Sonya W.
Soooooo.... Good! The Gluten-Free Lava Fudge cupcake was AMAZING! The frosting was creamy and delicious. Not overly sweet and the flavor was wonderful! Who knew Gluten-Free could be this delicious! Offer more flavors of GF cupcakes and we'll be there!!!
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Carolyn C.
UPDATE: I bought a total of 3 cupcakes. I got them to-go. I ate two the same day I bought them. The next morning, as I was biting into my Snowball cupcake, I found a piece of LONG BLONDE HAIR!!!! I have dark brown hair, and my husband has hazel hair. EWWWWWW!!!!
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Stephen G.
after seeing long lines and lots of folks walking about the back bay with pink boxes i had to check out georgetown cupcakes on a quiet monday afternoon. sorry, but do not see what all the fuss and over the top positive comments are about. you are paying for lots of hype, fancy packaging and a cute store on trendy newbury st. the frosting was pretty good, but the cupcakes themselves are dry. the red vevet had no taste. toffee crunch was tastier, but still dry. at $3 for one biteful these are pricey treats. go try for yourselves! or not.
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Katy H.
Best cupcakes in Boston!! For sure. And cheapest!!! At least fifty cents cheaper than Sweet, and way cheaper than Curly Cakes!
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Christen B.
After many months of walking by, I finally decided to check this place out with the bf this past weekend after hearing how great the red velvet cupcakes were. We stopped in around 8pm on Saturday night, looking for a sugar fix before we went home for the night. You would think they would be well-stocked on the busiest (I'm assuming) day of the week, but they were out of about half the flavors they carried. Which would be fine, except that they kept them on display to make the case look pretty. So my poor bf was left to drool over the peanut butter fudge ones, but when asked they refused to sell them, stating that those cupcakes "had been sitting out all day and they weren't allowed to sell them anymore". Well why the hell don't you go throw them away then??? Okay, I'll accept you have a weird policy there, but here's the best part... So I settle for my red velvet and delightfully anticipate that first bite... only to find a stale dry cupcake that tastes like it has been sitting out all day. Oh the irony! Suffice to say we will not be returning ever again, especially when just a short walk up Newbury St you will find Sweet bakery (which has always been good when I've tried it), or around the corner in the Prudential Center is a Crumbs bakery which also has never let me down!
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Baruch T.
OK. Cupcakes are smaller so great for teh diet. I would say Sprinkles is better but this is not bad
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Elizabeth C.
50 Cents For A Box?! I've been meaning to try this place for a while, so I finally stopped by on my way home the other day. They have a good range of flavors (lots of chocolate ones) and I decided to go with the Red Velvet. When I went to pay, I asked the girl at the counter to get the cupcake to go. She asked me if a bag was ok--who puts a cupcake in a bag?!? Sounds like a pretty good way to crush the frosting and make a huge mess, right? I gave her this amazed look and said, "How about a box?" She told me boxes are 50 cents extra. WTF? A box doesn't even cost 50 cents to manufacture! The cupcake was about $3 with tax, which is pretty standard at cupcake places in Boston, but everywhere else gives you a box to bring your cupcake(s) home in. It just makes sense. I said no thanks for the box and headed home with my cupcake in a cheap-looking white bag. The cupcake was a reasonable size (I find Crumbs cupcakes to be just way too big, for instance) and it was pretty tasty. The frosting was on point but the cupcake itself could have been a bit more moist. I know it's just 50 cents, but I'd have a totally different opinion of this place if they just gave you a free box to take your cupcake home in. Any idiot knows that boxes/bags you carry purchases home from a store in are actually free advertising for a company--I'd never pay for that!
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Marcy R.
I have to say, all the good things that people have said about this place are true. I went it last Friday as a Georgetown Cupcake virgin and came out with a dozen, feeling a little slutty. Good slutty. Anyway, the bad things people said about service must have been heard by the powers that be b/c my order was promptly taken and filled in little more than the time it took to fill the box. I was out of there in about 10 minutes. Keep up the good work, GC! And thanks for improving the service! I'll be back.
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Gary L.
The cupcakes here are as go as the hype. They are everything a cupcake should be. It is a busy place but was worth the wait. I will be back when I am in Boston again.
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Jennifer D.
I'm not a huge cake person, but I've been wanting to try Georgetown Cupcakes for a while now. Two reasons why this non-cake loving person wanted to try it: 1. The DC Cupcake show annoys the hell out of me, BUT I was curious on why these people got a show for cupcakes of all things and 2. When I was in DC last year and wanted to try Georgetown Cupcakes, the line was so long it kept me from actually trying them. Hence, when I saw the store front on Newbury a couple of months ago I knew I had to try. I went on a Tuesday afternoon and there was a small group outside. Hmm why a line on a Tuesday afternoon? Well the girl out front handing out menus explained they didn't want a line inside blocking the cupcake display.....ok so I have to wait outside because you don't want the people walking by not to see the cupcakes....sure ok, there was only two groups in front of us so I didn't mind too much. The girl could have said it's a little tight in there and that's why we're having people wait outside until there is more room. The place is full on girly and very cute. I knew exactly what I wanted to try: white chocolate raspberry and red velvet. My boyfriend got the vanilla coconut. They were all AMAZING! Incredibly moist and dense cake with frosting that wasn't overly sugary or sweet. Just absolutely perfect. I think I have been converted into a cake person...as long as they all taste like these cupcakes!
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Liz C.
We used Georgetown cupcakes for our wedding as the cake. They were on-time, delivered to our caterer, and looked lovely. We were able to choose from a variety of flavors and designs to match our wedding theme. And they were delicious!!
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Michael C.
Just like their location in DC this place is top notch. I could go into detail about the flavors of their cupcakes but I won't because for god's sake it's a cupcake folks. I will tell you that Georgetown uses the perfect cupcake to frosting ratio. The design of just about all of their cupcakes is gorgeous. They are the perfect size, easily able to down them in about 2 - 3 bites. Lastly, they are all under $3, what a deal! My current favorites: Toffee Strawberry Red Velvet Carrot Cake
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Miki Y.
I am not a desert person, but now cupcake is my new guilty pleasure! I ate two last night!
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Von D.
Yo, so whoever made the vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese frosting today, those cupcakes were so good you should name them "shut the Fucupcakes""
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Quang N.
A little bit expensive for my taste, but worth the indulgence every now and then. I enjoy their red velvet the most.
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Julie A.
Horrible service and cupcakes that taste like pure sugar! The coffee was so weak it looked like iced tea.
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Lisa N.
Not busy and just as good as the original! They even had the secret flavor of the day (where you mention the flavor from FB and get 1 for free) available at 6PM! My favorites include Red Velvet (of course), Salted Caramel, and Mint Chocolate =)
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Quontay T.
Ever want to get on my good side? Just give me any cupcake from here with cream cheese frosting. I'm partial to the red velvet but that frosting makes anything taste like heaven. I stay away from the heavy ganache Frosting as it's too thick for my taste but the cream cheese frosting literally just melts in your mouth... Delicious! I've been to the original one in DC once before and this one in my opinion is on par with it. However ok the numerous times I've been here the quality (freshness) if the cupcake itself varies. Sometimes I've hard denser or staler cakes whereas sometimes they feel like little clouds fresh from the oven. Guess it depends on the time of day and maybe who's working?
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Carrie Y.
Favorite cupcake place in the US hands down, Molly's is the runner up in Chicago. So far I have had about half go their offerings. My favorite is the key lime and vanilla 2. Every time I'm in Boston, I always make it here a few times before I leave.
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Carine V.
Best cupcakes I have ever had! We had a mocha fudge cupcake and a vanilla chocolate one. Both were excellent! Whereas I'm often disappointed with cupcakes due to their unpleasant butter cream, I would definitely recommend this place.
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Hannah W.
These are the BEST cupcakes. Don't even try any other place in Boston, nothing can compare. They are the perfect level of sweetness and aren't too big. I normally don't like cupcakes because the frosting is too sweet but Georgetown's is perfect. Even my boyfriend who doesn't like sweets loves Georgetown. If you go during off hours (weekdays after 5pm or weekend mornings) there is normally no line. My favorites are the Red Velvet, Salted Caramel, and Lava Fudge.
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Ryan M.
Great cupcakes! Expensive but worth it. I highly recommend the pumpkin cheesecake or the red velvet. YUMMMMM!!
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Terry H.
never really been a cupcake fan because most of the cupcake i had are all too sweet. Georgetown cupcake's frosting has a very creamy texture sweeten to the right amount. The store itself is very welcoming and clean, wish there are more chairs and tables to sit and enjoy the cupcake in the store.
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Christopher G.
As good as you'd expect given the place's fame. Be sure to check the seasonal specials.
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Alee G.
I came here with my co-workers about 2 weeks ago. I was excited that there was a new cupcake place in the area. Georgetown Cupcake fits right in on Newbury street. The space is lovely.. charming and modern. I absolutely adore the color scheme: Black, white and pink. I tried the pumpkin cupcake and the Chocolate Squared. I loved the pumpkin cupcake, but I did not like the maple-infused cream cheese frosting that it came with. The maple flavor was too similar to coffee, and I hate coffee, so that was a no go for me. The Chocolate Squared cupcake was good.. rich.... a little to dense though. The verdict? They are the best cupcakes I've ever had in my life, but they were good, reasonably priced, and I would come here again :-)
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Pua Z.
It was very delicious!!! I bought two and both of them were yummy! tasty like in heaven! ^-^, the Sad thing is that if you buy it, plese be careful when you take it out, because both of my cupcakes were destroyed, they moved and the box was almost filled by their creams. =(. then at home I was sad because I couldn't take a good picture to them. lol~. Hopefully next time I will not have the same experience, but it is very nice place for sitting and relaxing, even though it is kind of small, the cupcake is a little bit expensive but. delicious. I would recommend it. ^-^
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Josh S.
Huge menu to choose from. Go to the website to see the daily specials and follow on Facebook to see the secret flavor of the day. Line was out the door but the service was quick- we waited maybe 5-10 minutes. $2.75 per cupcake.
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Michelle P.
Pregnant woman approved! Soft, moist, delectable, and tons of flavors (some rotating) to choose from!! Amazing red velvet. Several chocolate lovers type of cupcakes to choose from. Oh wait, I'm pregnant... I don't have to choose just one.. give them to me all!!! The servers are just as sweet and warm as the cupcakes are. As I ogled their cupcakes, they gushed over my twin toddlers. Such a great experience. Left with a big smile on my face for so many reasons. TIP: While most cupcakes are avail every day, they also have specials avail on certain days of the week. Worth checking out specials on a day to day basis... Just sayin'.
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Randy V.
The cupcakes at Georgetown Cupcakes are delicious. Moist and not too sweet and not too much frosting. The price does not hurt your pocket book like the other places. I am not a big fan of the layout of the store. When you first walk in, there is a display case of all the flavors of the day. But the cashier is on the other side, so you have to get your iphone out and make a note of the flavors you want. The cupcakes aren't directly in front of the cashier. But the service is fast and speedy!
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Twee V.
I am addicted.... Peanut Butter Cupcake and Lemon Blossom
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Imraan H.
Best cupcake I've ever had. Lava fudge was out of this world. Not cheap but worth every penny.
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Grace W.
Mmm the red velvet was delicious, especially with an Illy cappuccino. I liked that they actually used cream cheese frosting and the glittery fondant heart was a nice touch. I will always have a soft spot for Magnolia's and Sprinkles - but at least I can get a pretty good cupcake fix while i'm in Boston!
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Sara H.
Stopped in here after coming back from Sam Adams. One of my boston friends gave me a tip that if you're within the first ?? # of people you can get a free cupcake. You just have to like them on FB and they post the "secret" flavor on their wall. So we walked in around 11:50 and I was a bit skeptical that they would have any free ones left because it was pretty late already. However, they still had free ones!!! It was a chocolate cupcake with strawberry frosting it was DELICIOUS. The seating inside is a bit limited, but overall I had a good, FREE, experience!
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Rosie Y.
Meh. I love cupcakes, but I don't think these are particularly special. They're tiny, compared to a lot of other cupcake shops, which makes them adorable, I guess. The frosting is average but the cakes are soft and fresh. They have a ton of interesting flavors. They charge you for the box. It's not much, but seriously? How are you supposed to take a cupcake home? Carry it in your hands on the T? Put it in a paper bag and hope that the frosting magically doesn't get squished? Put it in your pocket like Napoleon Dynamite? They have barely any seating, so it just seems insulting. I mean, it would be like if you went to a coffee shop and they charged you for a cup, or if you went to a restaurant and they charged you for a plate.
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D M.
I died and went to red velvet cupcake heaven! The BEST cream cheese frosting I've ever had. Super light and fluffy yet very flavorful. This place is so great they should get their own tv show! ;)
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Andrea B.
There's a line of customers every time I've walked by this place, so I finally decided to see what all the cupcakey fuss was about (that's not a typo, I just felt like making up a word). Unfortunately, that line was deceiving, because there wasn't really anything special about them. They're smaller than your average cupcake, but not any cheaper. The frosting was good. I'll give them that. It wasn't too sweet, but it was creamier than most that I've tasted. The cake was dry though, so no matter how good that frosting is, there's really no saving it. I guess I should have gone to Crumbs. Cue sad face.
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Jenelle J.
Folks, a big cupcake chain finally made it to Boston. Georgetown cupcakes already has stakeholds in several cities (Georgetown, New York, among others) and now in the last two weeks has infiltrated Boston. Makes me proud to feel that we in Beantown are attracting culinary greatness. Nevertheless, seeing - er- tasting - is believing, so we went ahead to try a few. Got a half dozen of their treats and they were well done. Impressions? These cakes reminded me heavily of the Sprinkles cakes - from the consistency of the frosting, the cupcake sprinkles on top, to the icons they used in their logo. Honestly it reminded me of Sprinkles a little too much which was disappointing to me, especially after all Sprinkles came first in the cupcake bakery business. Nevertheless, I can tell they have put a lot of work into bringing in great quality ingredients, even if originality isn't their strong point. Overall great cupcakes - my suggestions would be to vary up the classic selection - there seems to be too much chocolate-themed flavors. Also the cake itself was a little too tense for me. Whenever I taste tense cake I worry about freshness. Nevertheless the frosting was spot-on each time but could have been a little more generous! Great job Georgetown cupcakes for bringing in great variety to the Boston cupcake scene!
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Khuyen P.
Yes please! With auntie Hanh who suggested eating here. This is my second try out - I've had the LA location so it's nice to be on the east coast version. Lines out the door. Cupcakes out of this world. I highly recommend these wonderful sweets.
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Courtney D.
My absolute favorite cupcake at this time is the Triple Caramel / Salted Caramel at Georgetown Cupcake. No, I have not abandoned the Cherry Blossom Cupcake, but since I can only get it during the month of April, I have found a wonderful alternative in the Triple Caramel / Salted Caramel Cupcake. I did a little investigation on the difference between the Triple Caramel and the Salted Caramel and this is what I have come up with: 1. Triple Caramel is one of the free cupcake of the day options which doesn't come around enough if you ask me! 2. Salted Caramel can only be acquired on Tuesdays and Saturdays My conclusion is this; whether or not you get the Triple Caramel or Salted Caramel cupcake from Georgetown Cupcakes, you will love every single bite and will even lick your fingers when you are done. Need I say more?
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Julie G.
I was extremely excited to learn that Georgetown Cupcake was opening right near where I work earlier this year. Well, excited and afraid. Afraid because, if I liked it, it could quite possibly end up visiting at least once a week. Not good...especially when trying to follow Weight Watchers. Anyways, on to the review. Although I have had some self control, I have been back several times. My favorite flavors so far are the coconut, lemon blossom and pumpkin spice. They are amazing! Sooo much better than that place, Sweet, down the street. I love cupcakes...but let me tell you, Sweet does not make cupcakes; they make dry lumps, resembling cupcakes but with what tastes like a stick of butter on top. Back to Georgetown Cupcake....I've also tried the Chocolate PB Chip, the Red Velvet and a Vanilla Birthday Cupcake. The first two were really good but unfortunately, I wasn't too impressed with the birthday cupcake; which is the only reason I'm not giving this place 5 stars. Birthday Cake is one of my favorite things in the world but this cupcake left me craving real birthday cake. It had sort of a fruity flavor to it. Another thing that I really like about Georgetown is that the cupcakes aren't too big so I don't feel extremely guilty letting myself indulge once in a while. The only other little thing I could complain about is that the price for a dozen cupcakes is a little on the expensive side...$30. Buying a few cupcakes is a steal but I would probably bake my own cupcakes for a larger group of people before spending that much. Sounds like an awfully negative review for 4 stars, huh? I guess I can just be a negative person but trust me, Georgetown Cupcake is amazing!!! All of the cupcakes I have tried were really good. I even have a menu pinned to my wall at work with check marks next to all the ones I've tried!!
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Raquelita K.
Salted caramel cupcake was excellent. Not overly sweet frosting and great cake texture. Best cupcake in Boston.
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Critical S.
I've been here a couple of times and the quality has been consistent. The cupcakes are moist, not crumbly. They are a good size for a quick snack - you won't feel guilty if you buy (and eat) two cupcakes. Absolutely come here If you are looking for a quick sweet fix.
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Stacy-Michelle R.
This place actually makes me angry. After 10 years of gluten free living (yes - I've had Celiac since before it was cool), I'm always excited to see trendy places with gluten free stuff. I went a couple times before christmas and they have ONE gluten free option - Chocolate Lava. I'm not a fan of the giant chunk of fudge, but I will do damn near anything for a cupcake that tastes like...well...a cupcake. I think I posted on facebook asking for other options. C'mon - you have like 500 cupcakes - give us two gluten free ones? I wish that was where my issue with this place ended...cause I'd kill for a good lava cupcake right now. Cut to after the holidays. I stopped by with the BF on a walk (mind you - by the time we are there, I'm already 2 miles from home, and really, we went on a walk for cupcakes)...and 2:30 in the afternoon on a Saturday, they are out of Gluten Free cupcakes. Fine. He gets to eat cupcakes in front of me (he should not do this, but I digress). (OK, seriously though - he doesn't even really LIKE cupcakes? WTF?!?!). End of January, I'm in the neighborhood and stop by again (bringing a friend in) in the evening. They are out of Gluten-Free cupcakes. Ugh. C'mon - it's not like I can just pick another one. I have a disease for crying out loud!! Once again....I'm watching other people eat cupcakes in front of me. I'm starting to re-think friendships at this point. While I can't ask my friends to not enjoy a cupcake, it's really messed up that they would do this to me. And, it's really messed up that Georgetown Cupcake would cause them to do this to me. Then we have a blizzard. After the Blizzard (Sunday?) they proclaim on Facebook that they will open at noon! Huzzah! Cupcakes after a Blizzard! I'm sledding in the park, so what the hell. I get there and get in the line a few minutes before noon. They open late cause...I don't know why. Maybe after two days closed they forgot how the lock works? I'm not sure. We get inside, and they have ONE type of cupcake available. It's not even the free one, so they're giving it out in place of the free one. I ask about the GF ones - and they are "not making them today." Seriously? So - you make it clear that you have Gluten Free ones, and then decide that if it's a crazy day, you're just not going to make them? How is this a viable business option? What's that? You're going to ride on your TV fame and just not give a crap about the rest of us? Awesome. I may have been visibly upset at this time. *May* might be an understatement. This is the first time they offer up a little "free cupcake" card to me - for my trek over and lack of even an option. I'm upset, but I'll take it. A free cupcake is a free cupcake. Cut to a few days later (which was a few days ago - I had to calm down before writing this. Seriously - they make me angry). I'm doing a girls day out, and we're in the north end, and decide to go for a walk for a cupcake. Hey - I have a free coupon burning a hole in my pocket...might as well use it. We walk the couple miles over (seriously - it's actually two miles) and stand in line. I'm ecstatic. They have Gluten Free Salted Caramel Chocolate. Salt and Caramel together are like crack to me, AND it's not a stupid lava cupcake. I'm ready to buy half a dozen of them just so i can cuddle with them. It's a Tuesday afternoon. What are the chances that they will have sample ones out for me to look at, have it on the list for me to stare at while I'm in line, AND THEN BE OUT OF THEM?!?!? Seriously. What are those chances? Should I have bought a lottery ticket after? I believe my exact words were "You have to be f**king kidding me?!?" - at which point one of the cashiers freaked out a little and said something like "Oh my god, it's the same lady as the snow day?!?" I think she felt bad for me, because I certainly didn't treat them bad even though I was pissed. Seems I made an impression. So - beyond this book of a review - here is my recommendation to Georgetown Cupcakes (if you people even read this). Make extra Gluten Free cupcakes. People who have to will go damn near anywhere for something GF that tastes good (and they were good). You should have leftovers when you close. EVERY DAY. Because, if someone stops by and even mildly likes them, they will drag 3 other people there, buy 2 dozen regular cupcakes for a holiday party, and ATTEMPT TO GO THERE AND BE DISAPPOINTED FOUR TIMES BEFORE THEY GIVE UP. But, once they give up, they (me) will not only never go there again, they will find ways to talk other people out of going there, forbid their friends to go there, and even direct people who are in your line to the other cupcake place that is a nice pretty walk down the street (and a local business). If you're eating GF, you can't just grab another flavor. We are a loyal bunch...make us happy, and we bring people to you!!
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Rose T.
I love this place. They provide delivery service. I ordered a dozen and asked them to pick for me. It was a fab choice for a birthday. All are delicious.
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Phil O.
Hands down amazing cupcakes. We ordered the coffee crumb cupcake which was amazing. There are lots of chocolate flavors as well. Generally, most cupcake places have very dry cupcakes that have been sitting out for a while. Georgetown cupcakes makes theirs fresh daily & I would recommend to anyone!
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Nikki V.
I tagged along to the shop's preview with a friend on Thursday, mainly for a fun little excursion. My mom is a pretty masterful baker and, because of this, I tend not to be a huge fan of store-bought cupcakes since they don't really compare to hers (I know, I know, groan). Well, the surprise was on me. These cupcakes were fantastic. After grabbing our glasses of champagne, my friend and I wandered back to the kitchen, where the servers were loading up their cupcake trays to disperse amongst the guests. We struck up a conversation with one of the bakers (nice, very friendly staff at Georgetown, btw) who saw us gawking at the shelves of cupcakes behind him and asked which we'd like to try. Overwhelmed, I asked what his favorites were and he pulled a Cookies & Creme and Peanut Butter Fudge cupcake down for me. I was immediately sold on Georgetown after one bite of their Cookies & Creme. It was Phe.Nomenal. Frosting is usually my biggest point of contention with store-bought cupcakes as I generally find it a tad too sweet (even though I like sweet things). This frosting was pitch-perfect, with a delicious, perfectly moist cupcake to boot. Then I tried the Peanut Butter Fudge and was officially floored. Rich chocolate with a drip of fudge in the middle and a decadent peanut butter frosting. Mmmmmmm. While back there, we also tried the Vanilla-squared, Red Velvet, and Boston Creme cupcakes. The Vanilla-squared was good, though the cupcakes could have stood to be a tad more moist. The same for the Red Velvet cupcake, although the slight lack of moisture was overshadowed by the cream cheese frosting, which was a show-stopper. The Boston Creme, to be honest, I can't fairly comment on (though I did love the shamrock fondant adorning its top) because by that point I was full from all the rich goodies--and these were MINI cupcakes. The presentation is great too. All of the cupcakes have the signature Georgetown swirl of frosting, adorned with a small, fondant decoration.The shop itself is cute and airy, with splashes of pink everywhere. It's definitely a great atmosphere to walk into. I will absolutely be going back for more (sorry, Mom!). Do yourself a favor and check out the Cookies & Cream and Peanut Butter Fudge cupcakes for yourself.
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M. N.
The cupcakes are very cute and delicious. Perhaps a little over rated due to the cupcake hype right now in Boston? There is almost always a line however the selection and variety of cupcakes are wonderful. I like how they switch the flavours around too. It's reasonably priced considering its demand too. Some of the cupcakes are way too sweet for me though!
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Quyen C.
I had heard a lot about Georgetown Cupcake because of their show, DC Cupcake, and because we had tried to go to the shop in Georgetown numerous times but there's always a huge line around the block and we've never bothered to wait. This place actually lives up to the hype! I happened to pass by the store today and decided to pop in to pick up a few. I ended up with a half dozen (for $15 which is reasonably priced). I got the salted caramel, red velvet, lemon blossom, chocolate and vanilla, milk chocolate birthday and vanilla birthday. The flavors were all fantastic! They were all moist and although the frosting was buttercream (not marshmallow fluff) it didn't taste overly sweet. My favorites were the salted caramel and red velvet. Will definitely be back!
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Sarah S.
I've been to , Curly Cakes and Sweet, and Georgetown takes the cake! It's $2.75 per cake with a good cake to frosting ratio. The cake is moist, and the frosting is sweet and flavorful. Most of their frosting has a cream cheese taste to it, which I love! I recommend the vanilla birthday cupcake and red velvet. They also have a gluten- free chocolate cupcake which is outstanding. Every day they have a Super Secret cupcake for the first 100 people to order it by name (they post the cupcake flavor on their Facebook and twitter). Every single one has been delicious so far. I'd recommend getting there by 11 am to get a super secret cupcake, although every so often I've been able to nab one early afternoon. Not very much seating and sometimes there are long lines, but now that it has been established for a few months the lines are no longer out the door.
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Nicole W.
YUM! Wish they had more seats in here but cupcakes are a pretty portable food and besides, it probably won't last longer than 30 seconds in your hand.
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K C.
I was thrilled when they first opened, but since then I feel they've lost focus of the customer and are more concerned with promoting the TLC reality show. I was going to use them for my wedding and have changed my mind based on recent poor experiences in the bakery. The service is very slow (young staff) and I feel the quality has gone down. It's too bad, but they will continue to thrive being on Newbury Street -- until the next dessert trend arrives.
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Crystal E.
Red velvet cupcake is to die for! Very light which I liked that. Certainly creative with flavors and all of that. Will definitely order from there again.
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Amy G.
There's been a line here for three days. I was not surprised the first day, since they were giving out free cupcakes, but was very impressed by the determinedness of Bostonian cupcake eaters waiting in a very long line on the second and third days of the Georgetown Cupcake opening to purchase the treats. The constant crowd raised my already high expectations for their product. Lucky for me, a friend works here so I eagerly anticipated a delivery of leftover treats yesterday night. Of the variety she brought back, she suggested the strawberry (and fruit flavors in general) so of course I took that insider's recommendation. As soon as I smelled the aroma of real, fresh strawberries and saw sizable chunks of red fruit in the heavenly white vanilla cake, I knew I had chosen well. The main characteristics that I think showed the expertise of the renowned bakery was that the cupcake was light and not overly sweet, and I didn't feel weighted down or slothful after eating it, which can happen with less balanced desserts. I'm simultaneously happy and fearful that someone I know would potentially be able to bring me treats on a regular basis...Oh so good for the taste buds, but I'll have to exercise extra to make up for it! Because not eating them is simply not an option.
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Renita K.
The cupcakes are cute and all, but they're WAY too sweet and fairly overpriced. And def way overrated. They're good, but there are definitely better places to get cupcakes.
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R F.
LOVE LOVE LOVE. okay so i first saw the tv show then found out they opened shop here in boston and DIED. the fact that their standard frostings are cream cheese based- huge hit. it's a nice relief from the typical powdered sugar shortening/butter mix that most people use. cupcakes are SUPER moist and delicious even days after you buy them. I've gone a few times (they're now my go to for birthdays whether it's for me or a friend). one time i asked for custom fondant decos. SUPER FRIENDLY SERVICE. i emailed back and forth with one of the managers and sent her images from google about what i wanted and asked if i could get something close to that (hello kitty as a pastry chef) and she said the images were perfect! I guess the fondant printer they have...they take images from the internet anyway so they were able to use the actual pictures i wanted. assortment was perfect too. Second time around i got another 2 dozen...pre ordered online. i asked them to vary the frosting colors and sprinkles/fondant deco's if possible. i also got a couple of 24 decos (it was my 24th bday) on some of them. I made a memo of asking if they could vary each box. basically i wanted each box to be nice and colorful. aka not all the chocolates in one. Went to pick them up and they even let me check them to make sure i was happy with the assortment. amazing customer service. friendly and happy people. If you go in the back you can even see the pastry cooks frosting the cupcakes. I will say even though i'm only there to pick up pre-orders, i've noticed their patience is excellent. I've seen tons of people just asking for a few minutes to pick out what cupcakes they want and they are SUPER courteous. often times too if i see someone trying to build a dozen they have to run back around the corner and kinda point at the one they want. but the person at the register is always super nice. best cupcakes (over sweet....gerogetown makes me never want to go to Sweet again) in Boston. reasonably priced for newbury st. cupcakes plus the tv show fame... and i promise it's worth every penny. the cupcakes i have left over i'll eat one at a time for breakfast with coffee. and five days later they're still moist and delicious (refrigerate them though if you're keeping them for a few days). finally glad to have found a spot that nailed appearance and flavor for cupcakes!!!
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Meghan H.
Become a fan of Georgetown Cupcakes on twitter/facebook and they occasionally feature a free flavor if you ask for it by name. Seasonal flavors are the best with a wide and rotating variety as well as the usual standbys. Service is speedy and the staff is upbeat. They are extremely helpful with any questions you have about flavors or mixing a selection. A wonderful experience and a great personal treat if you're in the area.
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Sam S.
Chocolate. Salted. Caramel.
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Beverly D.
As a tourist visitng Boston, I was amazed to see a line of at least 20 people standing on the sidewalk outside of a cupcake shop. After asking a couple of people what was so special, I had no choice but to join the line and find out for myself. Flavor true to name, freshness right out of the oven and an incredible feeling of joy was what I got when I tasted this delicious cupcake. A little pricey perhaps, but the overall experience was well worth it!
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Bret C.
This place was insanity on Saturday for the grand opening...Wait times apparently up to 4 hours at one point. TLC was filming as well. So - gave it a shot on Sunday with a far shorter line. This place has a ton of flavors and it's a welcome addition to Newbury Street. I've got to imagine Sweet is hurting just a few blocks away. Tried 3 flavors and the lava fudge was my favorite. Everything was fresh and they have a HUGE crew churning these things out. Nothing bad to say about Georgetown Cupcake except that I feel like Crumbs has got it beat ever so slightly in terms of taste and certain flavors. In terms of prices ($2.75 is actually fair relative to others), shop look/feel, location and hours, Georgetown is a winner by a mile. It was nice to see Katherine who is the founder handing out orders to customers as well. I've heard that if you call ahead to order you don't need to wait in line...Just a tip.
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Chi-Chi S.
I didn't expect this place to be a chain but the name kinda of suggested so. And I came across this place on the stylish Newbury st out of sheer serendipity. I tried the Earl grey teacake. Yum!!! Def beat all other cupcakes I've had so far. Even better than crum. take one star off cos there were literally only two tables in the store.
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Opie J.
Being gluten free I am used to dry crumbly cakes and cupcakes, but Georgetown Cupcakes has changed all that. I stood in line at their Newberry location for 20 minutes Saturday night to try one. They have one GF flavor each day and this was chocolate peanut butter fudge. The only criticism I have is that it should be served with a fork! It was sooo moist, I later wished I had ordered 2. My friend had the key lime and loved it also. If you want take out, they give you them in a cute little pink box. Great dessert!
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Ryan T.
Coming from LA (arguably the source of this cupcake madness), I was a bit underwhelmed with the cupcakes here. They do have a nice rotation of daily and seasonal offerings. What can't be matched, however, is the way that places like Sprinkles get the sweetness and moisture of the cupcakes JUST RIGHT. Keep in mind, if you brought me one of these cupcakes I would be nothing but smiles, but as a store that only offers one thing, you better be really good at it!
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Cal F.
I was actually really surprised how GOOD these cupcakes were. I've been to a lot of cities and tried a lot of trendy cupcake places and most of them aren't as good as they look. This place is an exception! The red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting was delightfully sweet. I thought the frosting was divine, but it is SWEET and ABUNDANT. But really - thats something you have to expect at a cupcake place. These aren't supposed to be the normal portioned, plain-jane cupcakes you could make at home. The marbled brownie cup"cake" was also very good. But it didn't really need any frosting at all ... the brownie portion of it was indulgent enough. They have a great display and the location couldn't be better. Worth a visit (and a taste)!
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S T.
Moist, tasty, and not too sweet. I had coconut and salty carmel. Both were delicious, with coconut the best!!! And they put your cupcakes in the cutest pink box. I ordered the two cupcakes and the girl made a wax paper partition so they would not touch. And there's no charge for the box, unlike Sweet, which charges $0.50 for a brown card board box. Better than Cakeology, better than Sweet, better than Sprinkles, better than Lulus, better than Isabelle's Curly Cakes, better than Kick-Ass. This is my FAVORITE Cupcake shop!!! Tip: To avoid lines go during dinner time. I was there at 6PM on a Saturday night. Just a few gals, glued next to the window display of cupcakes trying to decide what to order. I saw want I wanted, walked right passed them, ordered, and paid the cashier. I was in and out in 3 minutes.
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P L.
Family of 5. Bought the 6 pack for $15. We carried these back on the train to our home in the suburbs. They pack them in cupcake holders inside the pink carton, so they traveled fine. We demolished our cupcake in a couple minutes. Frostings are fabulous, fresh and the cake recipes are moist and flavorful. Balanced and not overdone with mountains of frosting like some bakeries (yuck). The line onto the sidewalk was long, but it was moving along and I'd say it took 15-20 min total time. Worth the wait and a great way to end a terrific shopping day around Boylston and Newbury St.
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Sarah H.
Yes, cupcakes are trendy and yes, the last thing anyone wants is another trendy cupcake store to add to the trendy cupcake scene... but really, come on, are the cupcakes in Boston really all that great? Georgetown cupcakes is worth a try and open mind in the tired cupcake scene. After many at bats at many other places, I've become a firm believer in this place. Other places are too dry or too greasy (disgustingly so) or others are just like eating a ball of starchy sugar. Georgetown Cupcakes has a great balance of moist cake, flavor, and not being overly or excessively sweet so you can really taste the flavors they're developing. They have a diverse daily menu--honey banana on Mondays is really really delicious. Whatever day they have maple and salted caramel--definitely try them. Strawberry is also excellent. The guy at the store said all their fruit in their cupcakes are from local farms that is delivered daily and used at once. You can taste the freshness. Also, the earl gray one was the least stimulating--I do not recommend trying that.
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Joanna T.
Oh GC, how I miss you so. GC was one of the things on my to-do-list when I flew from Texas to Boston to visit a friend as we don't have it here in the Lone Star State, unfortunately. My friend and I bought several flavours to try and my absolute favorite is the Mint Cookies & Creme. I'm not a huge frosting fan but these were amazing with the right amount of sweet. Their cupcakes are a tad bit smaller than your average cupcakes such as Sprinkles, but they are loaded with more awesomeness. My only complaint is that I am tortured here in TX with no Georgetown Cupcakes to satisfy my sweet tooth.
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Mary T.
LOVE their cupcakes, definitely infinitely better than Sweet which I'm wondering, how much longer will stay around on this street now that Georgetown is here. I've been numerous times, trying a different flavor each time since they opened, Because of this, I want this place to be successful, BUUUUUUUT, please, ATTN:OWNERS, I would like to bring to your attention that whoever is managing this store is overlooking the cleanliness and general ambiance of this place!!!! Owners, you need to be aware that thie cleanliness in this place is going DOWNHILL FAST. While the cupcakes, counter, behind counter still looks clean and orderly, the eating area by the door and in the back are FILTHY and already extremely dingy, considering they're fairly new, and specially since the look of the shop is supposed to be clean, crisp, bright and pink. The bathroom is GROSS, the lock isn't even working but at least there is a sign that indicates that so it politely requests that you prop it open with the little cupcake cardboard box that they left on the floor so it can be propped open when not in use, to signal to whoever needs to use the bathroom that it's available. Really nice specially since there is an eating area in the back so you can have a nice view of the filthy bathroom while you're eating. It's quite obvious that the bathroom hasn't been cleaned for a while as there is so much build of dinginess and sticky lint dust right in the area where the toilet seat attached to the bowl, and the same with the sink. There was so much crud and buildup on it. It really was appalling. I should have taken pictures to bring to your attention. Probably made more stark by the bright lights and supposed crisp "look" of the place. I have a vested interest in this place as I want it to succeed as I love their cupcakes but come on! Someone needs to regularly, periodically clean up and sweep everywhere. The table in the front had so much litter below the table, looks like several chocolate cupcakes and their paper wrappers dropped on the floor and got stepped on.
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Hannah P.
Ew, ew, ew, ew, ew. I went to Georgetown after a friend told me they were great cupcakes and cheaper than Sweet. Okay. The cupcake I had - chocolate hazelnut - was $2.75 plus tax (other places have tax included), so it ended up being $3. And I could eat it in TWO BITES. Sweet's cupcakes and Crumb's cupcakes are more expensive, but at least, you know, you're getting 50% more cupcake for $.25 more (tax included!). I think I'd rather splurge the quarter, wouldn't you? They also charge you for a box, which leaves cupcakes everywhere. And don't get me started on their system. All I wanted was one measly cupcake on a napkin. The cashier couldn't even get that for me - I had to wait in another line after ordering, which then took 15 minutes to finally get my cupcake, even though she had nothing to do. What kind of service is that? I get waiting for 6+ cupcakes, but for 1, that's a little bit ridiculous. The cake was just some kind of dry chocolate with hazelnuts on top. It didn't even taste like it had sugar. So after a long time of waiting for one cupcake that I could've gotten in two seconds and eaten in another two, I spent about 15.2 minutes at Georgetown and left completely unsatisfied. Should I say it? Just walk down the block to ANY OTHER CUPCAKE SHOP. Even if they don't have a TV show they might actually have tasty cupcakes.
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Lydia P.
I have been dying to try Georgetown Cupcakes because I am a big fan of the show. DC Cupcakes did not disappoint! I ordered the mint cookie cupcake. The frosting was very minty, but not overpowering. The cake was the perfect consistency - firm, but crumbly. It fell apart in my hands! :-) There were also bits of cookies embedded in the cake. I wish I could have tried the renowned chocolate lava cake, but I had to save room for dinner. The one thing that would make me give it 5 stars is if the service was a bit speedier. The cupcakes are all pre-made, so I was a bit surprised at the long wait to receive my order. Otherwise, Georgetown Cupcakes was a hit in my book.
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Shelagh M.
I have not been to the location, but I did have the pleasure of eating one of their red velvet cupcakes. This can barely even compare to Sweet or Kickass Cupcakes because it is approximately ONE MILLION times better. They are super-moist, not too sweet, and the price is right. I hear the wait gets crazy there, but I think it's worth it.
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C H.
I had my first Georgetown Cupcake yesterday and must say it was the best cupcake I've ever had!! I never had even heard of the place until yesterday when someone brought 4 pink boxes to a party and now I'm hooked!!
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Netta L.
Just OK...cupcake part was dry. Frosting was delicious. We tried red velvet, choc/vanilla, peanut butter and coconut. The peanut butter was AMAZING! But again, the cakes were dry. $2.75 for one $15 for 6 Very expensive. Also, they seem to be smaller than standard cupcakes. Maybe because it's Newbury Street and everything is petite and trendy. These are better than the cupcakes in Harvard Square.
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Shijia L.
Some of the cupcakes were literally the best I have ever had in my life! The strawberry chess cake (maybe called this) tasted wonderfully! So many layers and they matched each other so good! Chocolate square are tasty as well, the sauce wasn't greasy at all. I will get a dozen for myself the next time!
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Caitlyn C.
Don't be scared by the line! It moves quickly, and gives you time to eye up all of the flavors. While pricey and small compared to other cupcakes, most of the ones my husband and I tried were so delicious that it was worth it. That whipped chocolate frosting...baking is my hobby, and it will be my mission in life to recreate that frosting. Also, I'm more of a chocolate person, but their Lemon and Vegan Apple Cinnamon were amongst our favorites. Get at least a dozen, how can you choose otherwise?! Also, when we went it was freezing out in Boston, and were lucky enough to get a table, so we sipped on some of the most delicious hot chocolate I remember.
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Megan M.
I don't really understand the hype of this place. I've tried most of the different favors & the only one I thought was really something special was the Cherry Blossom. The other favors are just average.
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Alicia S.
There is no line which is nice because Georgetown always has a line. However they run out of cupcakes really quick and it was sad that they just can't keep up with the demand
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M D.
Yummy cupcakes. The cupcakes are very fresh and delicious. The frosting is excellent and flavorful! The store is very busy and cute. The staff works hard but were helpful and engaging. The best cupcakes in Boston!
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Amanee W.
This place is amazing. The only reason why I gave it four stars is because its a really tight space and when its croweded it can get a bit uncomfortable. Other then that this place rocks. My favorite cupcakes (that I have tried so far) are the pumpkin cheesecake and strawberry. The pumpkin spice isnt bad but I just wish it were a bit more moist. Other then that this place is amazing and almost every flavor is delicious! I cant comment on their teas and coffees because I have never tried them, but the cupcakes are to die for, very classy place for cupcakes.
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Lauren E.
I work on the same street as this place, so it is very convenient to run there for a sweet treat and a coffee. It's usually a pretty decent experience, however, today changed that. I went to order a few coffees for my coworkers and I, one being a simply iced coffee black. When I saw the coffee, there were about 3 melting ice cubes floating at the top of it. I kindly asked if it was possible to get some more ice seeing as an ICED coffee should have a pretty adequate amount of ice in it. Not only did the girl blatantly give me a dirty look for asking, but continued to have an attitude the whole time she added the few ice cubes I asked for. When I said "thank you" for going out of her way to do so, she simply turned away from me without saying anything. I am in customer service and I couldn't believe the way I was treated. I am always one to be respective of other people's jobs, but this was completely uncalled for. This isn't the first time I have had their iced coffee, but this was the first time I actually spoke up for the fact that it typically tastes like water with coffee flavoring. If you start making them correctly, I won't have to inconvenience the "barista" by asking for more ice.
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Kate D.
Was excited to see this place pop up on Newbury Street. Waited in the line that was out the door for 15 min. When I went to order, I found out the red velvet were sold out and the baking batch wouldn't be ready for another 20 min. Tried to order (and pay) for them and said I would wait the 20 min for them to be ready but that was against policy. They said I would need to come back when they were ready, wait in line again, and if they sold out when I was in line, I'm out of luck! Screwey system- not very customer oriented. Decided to order a dozen anyway since I had already waited. When they packaged my cupcakes they had run out of another kind (which I had ordered) so just replaced those two with standard vanilla. No good explanation- just "the ones you wanted were sold out". Uh, ok....I'll be taking my business elsewhere next time.
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Larry W.
The cupcakes in this place are amazing. The Hummingbird Cupcake and the Coconut Cupcake brought me to cloud 9. The service was nice and fast, especially since its usually crowded. Its best to go during a weekday, fairly early in the day.
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Lyra B.
All of the frostings taste like cream cheese (they do not do a very good job of disguising the taste, and although they claim some frostings are made from buttercream, they all really do taste like cream cheese). Also, the cupcakes are not all the same size; I got one normal sized cupcake, and another one that was almost half the size of the first one but was charged the same price. Overall, the quality is average and the price is sky high. Won't be coming back. Will just bake my own 24 cupcakes at home for a mere fraction of the price of one cupcake here.
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Ika M.
I'm a fan! Georgetown definitely serves the best cupcakes in Beantown. The frosting is creamy and the cake is moist and doesn't crumble, attributes that I look for in a great cupcake. If these were more modestly priced, I'd give them a 5. Solid.
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Vicki B.
I have been here twice. I had the pumpkin spice cupcake and red velvet. I loved both but the pumpkin one is my favorite!
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Taylor G.
Best cupcakes I've tried in a long time. My all time favorite in Boston. Totally worth the wait of the line, and the $ for a sweet, perfectly moist and frosted cupcake. I dream of their cupcakes!
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Janis L.
Great shop, thought it's always crazy busy and there's not really anywhere to sit and enjoy the cupcakes. This is my second favorite cupcake shop in the US so far. The girls do a great job with the variety of flavors and make a mean butter cream frosting. My only complaint was that the cakes are a bit dense. But they were still delicious and didn't last for the walk home :)
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Natassha D.
I love there cupcakes a bit on the expensive side but so much worth it for a rich tasting cupcake.
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Mike G.
got text from a friend who was patiently in line at store opening. got there an hour later and she was finally inside picking out the prizes (red velvet for me). have only had the pb fudge from the NY-Soho store and thought that was wee better (as anything with pb is). but honestly, don't think i've eaten enough to be talking cupcakes, so have a try and you decide.
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Pat C.
I was a little bit disappointed with Georgetown Cupcake. I like to consider myself a cupcake conneseuier, and these sweet treats were good, but not the best. They are small, and have about a 50/50 ratio of cupcake to frosting, which I did not enjoy. There are many other better options out there.
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David L.
They were good, but not anything too special. Basically a step up from supermarket but not on the level of a Magnolia or Buttercup. Quite expensive too.
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Qichen Z.
Had a banana split cupcake with a cherry on top--was the most delicious cupcake I've ever had. Beats Sweet and Kickass Cupcakes. The diabetes is worth it. Service was great as well. Even though the line was out the door, when you ordered, they got it out to us immediately.
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Donna G.
Great cupcakes! Expensive but worth it
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Laleh J.
The key lime cupcake is very tasty, and there was quite a line going out the door.
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Margaret G.
Hands down THE. BEST. CUPCAKES. The chocolate ganache cupcake has changed my life and I'm not ashamed to say it. The cakes are always fresh and delicious and they have so many flavors you will gladly hand over your paycheck just to try one of each. The set up on the store is also adorable. I highly and frequently recommend Georgetown Cupcakes!
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Katie H.
What's not to love about cupcakes? More specifically, Georgetown. They're cute, portable and not to mention delicious. They take really fun flavors and put those into bite size treats. I myself am SUCH a cupcake junkie. So Georgetown was on my bucketlist of places to visit. I was really glad I got a chance to see the Boston location! Surprisingly enough I haven't even gone to the one in NYC. Whoops. The bite sized pieces of heaven are beautifull lined up in a glass storefront. It was so sunny in there and that really (literally and figuratively) brightened up the place. Of course the place was packed and there was a line out the door. I got the chocolate peanutbutter cupcake which was phenomenal. So delicious and so well done. **TIP! If you go onto their Facebook page and look for the secret flavor of the day... if you ask for it, you'll get a cupcake for FREE! (Considering someone didn't beat ya to it and there's still some left.) A girl I know got a free "Lava Cake", yum. Take a chance on these carefully crafted cakes.
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Maha H.
I have been here twice so far, once got hit by a queue outside and the second time there was no queue at all. The cupcakes vary each time we go but there are some flavours which clearly they carry all the time. This time I went for the chocolate ganache and coconut cupcakes, which were delicious. The last time I had the Dulce de Leche cupcake which was meh... I wouldn't recommend drinking coffee here as the party I was with had coffee and they didn't really recommend it. I'm not a coffee drinker so I cannot give my personal opinion on that... I think stick to the cupcakes. Would come back here again for a sugar fix.
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Ariar H.
They looked very pretty, but something about the taste I wasn't too crazy about. I bought six cupcakes for a friend's birthday, every one was impressed with the cute cupcakes. They were way too sweet not in a good way, not sure what kind of sweetners its mixed in the frosting. Had to throw away two of the cakes. What a shame after all they were not cheap.
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Devon D.
I had the cookies n creme. It was absolutely delicious! Only problem was that it's extremely sweet. Too sweet. But with a cup of coffee, it was perfect. We sat in the back (only one table back there) that you can see the open kitchen through a large glass. It was cool watching the chefs at work. My only complaint is the lack of seating. Only a table up front by the widows and a table in the back. This could be. A chic hangout spot if they had more seating. Everything was clean and tidy. They guys at the register were helpful and polite. They even have novelty boxes to ensure your cupcakes don't get crushed on the way home =)
(4)
Brittany B.
Best carrot cake I've ever tasted. Love this place! Also love the chocolate cupcakes. May be a lite busy at time but it's totally worth it!
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Ami S.
Georgetown Cupcake is my absolute favorite cupcake bakery of all time. I have had a love of cupcakes for quite some time, but my first Georgetown experience came a few years ago when a good friend of mine took a trip to DC (their original location). She enjoyed their cupcakes so much that she decided to send me a box for my birthday. (Side note this was before the Boston location existed). I received a dozen, beautiful, cute, delicious cupcakes. That is where my Georgetown obsession started. Fast forward ... Georgetown cupcakes Boston opens! YAY! I have visited the bakery multiple times and can proudly say I have probably tried almost every flavor (almost). My favorite cupcake would have to be the blueberry cheesecake, it is usually an August flavor. The combination of graham crackers, creamy cheesecake, and fresh blueberries is insane. Other favorites include; key lime, red velvet, salted caramel and mint oreo. I can honestly say I have never had a bad cupcake here. They are always fresh, never dry. The frosting is delicious and they put just the right amount on them. They have a selection of core flavors that they have every day. Then daily flavors, which is different flavors available each day throughout the week. Then they have montly flavors, which are specialty cupcakes usually seasonal flavors, available in each individual month and only for that month. Decorations are simple and elegant. The shop is cute. Small but cute. I have never waited longer than 5 minutes at this store, i'm sure it's busier during tourist season. As I mentioned before they ship their cupcakes, so if you can't make it to the shop, order some online. I have done this 3 times and they are always perfect.
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Trax W.
Best cupcake ever!! Really a fan of chocolate things!
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Mechie L.
This is my absolutely favorite place for cupcakes! The cupcakes are not too sweet...just enough moisture in the cake. And they look so cute!! My favorite flavor is Salty Caramel~~ The downsides are: pricey for the size of the cupcake, always long line, and depends on the day of the week, it only has certain flavor. Oh!! They also DO NOT customize cupcakes...so if you want some for your wedding, they just treat you like any other customers...order what we have in stock and pick them up yourselves. So yeah, not much service... Nevertheless...the cupcakes itself deserve 5 stars...took 1 off for services
(4)
Danae K.
Awesome cupcakes! A bit pricey though.. Definitely try to be one of the first 100 people of the day so you can get a free, fresh cupcake (no purchase necessary!) Follow them on twitter to know the flavor prior to walking in:)
(4)
Mel B.
Delicious cupcakes and cute vibe; I got the chocolate ganache cupcake, not enough seating but that's expected on Newbury Street I guess!
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Jenny S.
Finally got to try this cupcake shop & for free through the daily TWITTER deal (free secret menu cupcake to the first 100 customers)!!! ---vanilla sunshine cupcake (secret flavor): I'm usually not a fan of vanilla because it's too plain Jane but theirs was very moist and flavorful!! FROSTING was pretty BUTTERY but I actually liked it!! liked them so much i'm definitely coming back to try other flavors!! THANK GOD they have one in NYC & in LA
(4)
William R.
I have been a chef for 20 years and these are some of the worst cupcakes I have ever tasted. DRY and had an OFF chemical aftertaste. Cupcake city in Reading is so much better, and cheaper(NEWBURY STREET). NEVER AGAIN. Even supermarket bakeries are better. What a waste of my 5 year olds birthday, even she didn't eat them.
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Emily M.
When I buy cupcakes from any bakery, they're usually those overly huge ones with an excessive amount of tasteless frosting, and for $3-4. At Georgetown Cupcakes, the tiny and pricey cupcakes are like the perfect combination of deliciousness and joy. They may be expensive (now they're $3) but the way these cupcakes and frosting have been made are amazing. There are also always different flavors to choose from, and I have never eaten a bad cupcake there. The drinks are also pretty yummy The only downside to these cupcakes is that the frosting can be very delicate! On a warm day the frosting WILL melt and slip around the box if you do not eat the cupcake right away or put it in the fridge.
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Doug W.
Been to GC in New York and DC. The one in Boston is the same. Great. If you like awesome cupcakes, well, what more can I say. I guess this was featured in a show that I never saw but the cupcakes (especially the Red Velvet ones) are awesome. That said: If you want to order in advance (I advise it) use their website and put in your order and you can pick it up quickly plus you can see what they have but it must be in by 1700 the day before. They don't do same day. The one in Boston is in Copley Square, this means there is almost NO parking except for really expensive garages. So, have someone drive around or park illegally while the other person runs in and picks up. (the Manhattan one I just walked to and the DC one as well but that one is a long walk from the Mall). Enjoy.
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Joe B.
I always have to make a stop here for at least one box of cupcakes if Newbury Street is on my radar. Located on one of the busiest streets of Boston, MA good luck finding parking! I resorted to parking in a garage right down the road for $9/ half hour. Worth it? absolutely. I would call Georgetown Cupcakes my runner up to Magnolia Cupcakes of New York City. After the struggle of waiting in line you will leave with a smile on your face, beautifully decorated sweets, and a handful of choices! friendly service BUT there is a limited supply of options. Get there early in the day for the best pick!
(4)
Sarah R.
By far the best cupcakes I've had in Boston. The cake itself is well made, excellent consistency and remarkably flavorful, while the frosting is both elegant and a wonderful accent to the cake.
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Mary T.
As I walk by this cupcakery, I was thinking--what's up with the wait? Then I saw that they were selling cupcakes at this place. And that was exactly what I was craving for. Even though the line is pretty long, I guess it moved pretty quickly. I ordered one cupcake to try, and it was a really small cupcake for almost $3. I did not think it was anything special. Also, I waited a long time to get my cupcake. The cupcake was so small, I finished it in 2 bites. This place is not as good at the yummy cupcake places in LA. I think it's all the hype about this place that makes this place so unreasonably packed.
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Melissa P.
Lots of flavors to choose from and, although crowded, the line moves fast. I tried the peanut butter fudge and the mint chip cookies n cream flavors. Both were amazing! I love cupcakes and most places I've been the frosting is too sweet and doesn't have much flavor (besides sugar). These cupcakes were rich and had a great taste. The mint cookies n cream was especially good. The only thing is I wish they had more than 2 tables inside.
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Christine L.
I was headed to Georgetown for the weekend, so why not start it out by getting a taste at Georgetown Cupcake in Boston? Since I'm not a huge fan of super sweet things, I tried their Lemon Blossom cupcake on a Friday afternoon, and it was absolutely delicious! I started off with the delicious lemon slice gummy on top, followed by a bite of their moist cake sprinkled with lemon rind. The frosting was awesome, lemon-y but not sour, with just the right amount of sweetness. The line was pretty short when I went, and the whole area is just adorable. I must come back someday to try a secret flavor before they run out. :)
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Annie W.
I like light cupcakes - the kind you can sort of inhale. Georgetown does cupcakes right, from the generous mound of super-smooth cloud-like frosting dollop on top to the fluffy cake part underneath. Certain cake bases are better than others I've found; they do an excellent vanilla, red velvet, chocolate, caramel, and strawberry cake but their carrot cake was more like a cinnamon cake with a couple strips of carrot mixed in (a bit dry and disappointing). The cream cheese frosting however, on both the carrot cake and red velvet were divine - super whipped and just the right hint of sugar, like a sweet cream-cheese-butter cloud. Go early to get their secret flavor of the day - they run out of these fast!
(4)
Michael A.
Holy cupcakes!! Thank you Georgetown Cupcakes for delivering to Bar Lola for my fiancee's surprise birthday party! They were a hit as well as delicious! PS I never liked cupcakes until I tried a Georgetown cupcake (yes I'm itching for brownie ... oops I mean, cupcake points)!
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Aishwarya S.
Best cupcakes ever! The cupcakes are extremely moist, fresh and soft and have the perfect texture. Been there multiple times and I've never been disappointed. One star off as they don't have enough seating - which becomes a problem when it is freezing out there!
(4)
Tiffany H.
The store is cute and bright, and as soon as I entered, I was greeted by the girl behind the counter with a big smile. I had placed an order online for 6 cupcakes the day before, but when i arrived, they didn't have my order. However, everyone was very nice and immediately started putting together my order, plus they gave me a complimentary tea. My order was ready before I had even gotten a sip of tea (so really, I didn't have to wait long AT ALL). I thought their service was superb. The cupcakes were great, too. The cakes were moist, but not too moist that it was soft. Like most cupcake places, there is a tad more frosting than I care for, but I can always just scrape some off, so that didn't bother me. I liked the Red Velvet cupcake, and my friend really enjoyed the Lemon Blossom cupcake I had gotten her. I also tried the Vegan Apple Cinnamon, which was surprisingly good.
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Jasmine X.
Having heard the hype for this place forever, this was my one must go-to place while I was in Boston for a day. Took us forever to walk down Newbury to get there, but I think it was well worth the wait. I got a classic Vanilla cupcake and a salted caramel one and was not disappointed. These cupcakes are interesting because I was expecting something more similar to the gourmet cupcakes that you would see at Sprinkles. I actually felt like the Georgetown cupcakes were really just miniature cupcakes rather than special gourmet cupcakes. That being said, I'm definitely a fan and would go back. The cupcakes are just the right amount of sweetness. I was also able to fly one back home to California for my parents to try and it maintained its taste for about 30 hours or so which is always impressive. tldr; cute cupcake place, would at least check out once!
(4)
C. B. W.
I have to say that we because we stop by at least 2x a month, we notice, even my 8 year old, that the icing is inconsistent. One day, the buttercream icing was very sweet like someone dropped a bag of sugar while making it. It was just upsetting especially when thats the reason why we go there, for the not so overly sweet frosting..
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Kasem W.
I got 6 cupcakes...one from each flavor. By far, it's the best cupcakes I've had in Boston area, and I'm NOT a cupcake fan to begin with ... so when they impress me with cupcakes, that's big deal!
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Liz B.
I'm obsessed with red velvet cupcakes, and am difficult to please...it took me years to find a place with a version I liked in North Carolina. Thankfully my hunt for a great red velvet cupcake in Boston only took me a couple weeks. GC's is fantastic. Moist, rich, slightly chocolately cake, and creamy smooth frosting to contrast. I'd prefer a bit more cream cheese flavor in the frosting, which was slightly too bland and not tangy enough for me, but it's still a darn wonderful red velvet cupcake. I look forward to coming back to try the other flavors. I've seen the place mobbed with giant lines on weekends, but managed to pop in at about 5 pm on a weekday when there was no line at all. So you may want to be strategic about when you stop by to avoid a huge wait.
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Emily L.
Awesome cupcakes! So many different varieties. They have free daily cupcakes specials for the first 100 guests (no purchase necessary). You can find out the cupcake of the day if you follow them on facebook (D.C. location).
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Karis O.
A line at the door everytime I pop by and it is 100% well deserved. If I could marry a cupcake, it would be the Georgetown Red Velvet Cupcake. Please tell me what place in Boston makes them better. Trying to hit me with the North End? Sorry. Going to highly disagree with you on that one. Milk Chocolate Birthday=it's an effing celebration every time I eat one. Carrot cake? Sure, that's my vegetable serving for the day. These cupcakes are the BOMB DOT COM. I will literally find any excuse to stop in and treat myself: "The suns out. I need a cupcake."
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Idy T.
Strolling on Newbury St. and seeing a long line outside of Georgetown Cupcake, I was a little curious what the hype was about. I stood in line like everybody else waiting to order a cupcake. They have a specific list of cupcakes that they make everyday so you can only order the flavors from that list, but there is a wide variety of flavors. Each cupcake is $2.75 plus tax. I originally ordered the PB Fudge but while I was waiting for my cupcake, one of the workers called me over and said they ran out. I was a little upset and I was left with no choice but to changed my cupcake choice to Vanilla Birthday. :( After the long wait, I finally got my cupcake. The cupcake was a little smaller than I had expected. Compared to Sprinkles back at home and other cupcake places, I did not think that Georgetown Cupcake was anything special. The cupcake is moist but I did not like the frosting. This place was also really hectic and crowded. People were walking around everywhere. It was crazy! I do not know what all the hype is about! Georgetown Cupcake wasted over 30-45 minutes of my life that I can never get back! I will only come back again if I really really crave cupcakes and also if the lines are shorter.
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Nina N.
The best part of visiting Boston is my 10am trip to Georgetown Cupcakes. I love waking up in the morning knowing I'll get to start my day with a free cupcake (thanks twitter!). The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, adding even more sweetness to the already delightful cupcakes. No trip to Boston is complete without a strawberry, banana, or chocolate mint cupcake.
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Jacqueline C.
Not a cupcake fan, but cupcakes here blew me away. We had the caramel, smores and cheesecake cupcake and I HAVE to say these cupcakes are soo good. Sweetness is to the point- perfect sweetness with the right amount of frosting(well, a little less doesn't hurt)and the box and designs are just cute!
(5)
Justine B.
This place was the cutest. I can not complain. I got two delicious cupcakes. One was vegan (apple cinnamon) and it tasted great. I wouldn't even really know if I wasn't informed. I also got a strawberry cupcake which felt sparkly (which was awesome). Honestly the tv show is what brought me here and I don't regret it. I would definitely recommend this place and the next time I go on Newbury st I will not pass this place with regret. I'll always stop by.
(5)
George D.
The best cupcakes in the world. If you hate dry cupcakes you'll never be disappointed their cakes are super moist and their frosting is rich light and fluffy. They have so many unique flavors and I love the fact that the menus changes on a daily basis so you'll never find yourself getting sick of the same old same old. When the summer hits good luck cause still to this day this place still gets lines down the street I work next door and am still shocked at the turn out this place gets.
(5)
Jeannice S.
The most AMAZING cupcakes!!! The best I have ever had. Not in competition with Sprinkles or Kara cupcakes. The cookies in cream and red velvet are my favorites. Must go to if you're in Boston. Near the Commons area.
(5)
Hector D.
Awesome cupcakes! I keep coming back for them because they're moist and delicious! I like that they change it up by rotating the flavors and have monthly/seasonal flavors. My top three: 1. (strawberry) lava fudge 2. oreo 3. lavender earl grey The only reason it's not getting 5 stars is that some of the cupcakes tend to be too sweet even for me (i.e. ones with the caramel or mocha in their names), but otherwise, great stuff!
(4)
Tammy R.
Is it highly ironic that I live in the DC area, and yet the only Georgetown cupcake I've visited is the Newbury Street location? I visited friends in Boston in June, and we stopped by Georgetown Cupcake for a birthday cupcake. The line was out the door, but the staff was cheerfully dispensing sweet, buttery awesomeness to the masses with stylish efficiency. The cupcakes are stunning. Of course, MANY boutique cupcakes are stunning. But Georgetown Cupcake backs up the artistry with taste! Buttery, sweet, moist, lovely taste. They don't rely on cloying doses of sugar to make the cupcakes sweet; rather, they have a well-balanced ratio of sweet, buttery, and flavour. The cupcakery could use more seating, though. While it's hip to have "standing room only" in cafes and bakeries (why, hello, Mike's Pastry, you sardine can of cookie-craziness), the simplicity and friendliness of Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street calls for more space to lounge. And eat another cupcake.
(4)
Elle S.
One of my favorite cupcakeries. When I left DC I was sad my weekly cupcake trip would be gone. When this location opened I was pumped I could get my favorites again! Interesting flavors, moist cakes, and the perfect amount of frosting for frosting lovers. They also replaced my friend's cupcake when it dropped out of her hand after we had recently left the shop, no questions or side eyes! Everyone should try Georgetown Cupcake at least once!
(5)
Sarah G.
By far the best cupcakes I've ever had. I'm skeptical about shops that are just for certain types of sweets, but I can honestly say that Georgetown is doing it right. My absolute favorite is the peanut butter fudge, and when I say absolute favorite, I mean it. If I had to choose one thing to eat for the rest of my life, it would be the peanut butter fudge cupcakes. They're reasonably priced (well, as reasonably priced as a place that sells almost exclusively cupcakes can get) and every single flavor is delicious.
(5)
Cathy C.
I first had Georgetown Cupcake at their flagship store in Washington, DC and it has been my favorite place for cupcakes ever since and I've been to different cities to try the best they have to offer but nothing beats Georgetown. I placed my order online just like what I did in DC because the line gets really long and my patience for standing in line is almost non-existent. By doing that, you're supposed to skip the line and just show your online receipt at the counter and your cupcakes are there waiting for you and you get out. That's not what quite happened in the Newbury location in Boston. I called at 2pm to let them know I'll be picking up my cupcakes an hour early. I was told they were ready...all 30 of them. I marched in the store and went straight to the counter but the blonde girl was too busy helping half of the line that was there, drinking her iced coffee, dancing and singing. When she finally decided to grab my cupcakes for me, it took 15-20 minutes when I should've been in and out of the store. Not only that, she only gave me 1 bag of cupcakes and I asked her if she was sure that was everything and she gave me attitude. Sure enough, when I got back to my hotel room, I was missing another bag...the tag said 1 of 2 bags and I only got one! She only gave me a dozen cupcakes. There are certain words to describe the poor customer service from said blonde girl but I'd rather not go that route because when I called and talked to somebody else about what happened, the other girl on the line was very sweet and helpful (just like the people from DC). She talked to her manager to see if my cupcakes could be delivered to my hotel after I asked and within an hour, my second bag of cupcakes were at the hotel lobby! Yay! I can't let one rotten apple ruin my great cupcake experience. My 30 cupcakes had custom decorations and included flavors such as: Summer Dozen (banana split, key lime, strawberry, lemon blossom), August flavors (Neopolitan, peaches & cream and banana split), Wednesday flavors (Chocolate Hazelnut, Lemonberry, Cookies and Creme) and daily flavors (chocolate & vanilla, vanilla & chocolate, milk chocolate birthday, red velvet, sunshine on chocolate, vanilla, baby pink on chocolate and baby blue on vanilla. Milk chocolate birthday has always been my Georgetown favorite. The banana split, strawberry, Neopolitan, cookies and creme were the best. I had high expectations for the chocolate hazelnut but it didn't live up to them. The hazelnut topping was great but I could've just eaten the top half and throw away the bottom half. I wish it had a Nutella filling to make it more interesting. What I like the most about Georgetown Cupcake cupcakes: they have a long shelf-life so they're perfect to take home to family and friends (they don't get hard and dry after 2 days), the flavors are interesting, they're so cute and they are as delicious as they look.
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Jessica A.
Strawberry cheesecake cupcake is the best! I've tried quite a few and most are delicious, especially the ones filled with caramel. Yum! I did have a chocolate one that was a little dry, but they are usually consistent. They are a lot like Sprinkles cupcakes. Sprinkles' East Coast twin.
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Lauren E.
I've been frequenting Georgetown Cupcake for the past couple of months; after seeing all the hype on the TV show on Netflix, I knew I had to give this place a try. The cupcakes are always moist and fresh. The frosting is sweet, light and fluffy, but not sickeningly sweet to the point where you can't eat the frosting. I ate a Vanilla 2 cupcake today. Usually, I get nervous that vanilla frosting will be too sweet. The vanilla frosting had a hint of cream cheese in it and is probably the most delicious vanilla frosting I've had. Other favorites I recommend trying are the Red Velvet (its most popular flavor and understandably so), Cinnamon and Caramel Apple (currently a seasonal flavor for September. I like how they rotate flavors and have seasonal flavors. It makes deciding on a cupcake less difficult. Make sure you check out their menu to see what is available. My only complaint is that the frosting always melts on mine. The last few times I brought some Georgetown Cupcakes home, the frosting was running off of the cupcake and made a mess inside the box. Maybe it was because it was warm out. I would recommend eating these soon after buying them. I think the prices are fair; one cupcake is $2.75. Compared to other cupcake places in the area, that is cheaper. Other places will try to charge you more for special flavors, but Georgetown Cupcake doesn't do that. I'd recommend this place to anyone.
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Amanda B.
I love them. The people were friendly and service didn't take long even though there was a line. I had the chocolate coconut and the carrot cake. I know the size is a little small but I am okay with that. The frosting was good, not too sweet and the cakes were moist. Yes, if you only have one cupcake and want a box, they do charge. Otherwise, they will put it in a little sack for free. I had two cupcakes and it came with a box no charge. I am definitively a fan.
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Fancypants X.
I haven't been obsessed with cupcakes for a hot minute, but that doesn't mean the fad has been laid to rest. We had to squeeze by mother-daughter pairs, groups of girlfriends...& Georgetown Cupcake is not a small space...they were just jam-packed. Yay for $2.75 cupcakes. It's $3.50-$4 at other big city cupcakeries I've been to. I tried two flavors: - Even though the Sundae cupcake had chocolate cake (ewww), the topping sounded too decadent to pass up--sprinkles, a cherry, a drizzle of hot fudge...on a mu'fuckin' cupcake! Oh, & there was caramel piped into the middle...that got me to eat more of the chocolate cake than I usually do. - 4thof July cupcake: white cake w/ berries baked in (not as delicious as it sounds) with a vanilla buttercream topping. I ate this for breakfast the next day & the frosting had melted a bit & slid off just a tiny bit. It didn't look perfect, but it tasted A-OK! As if Wonder Twin's visit could've been any sweeter! Sidenote: I only saw one table upfront that seated four & about three chairs in the back. Prepare to eat standing up.
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Lianna N.
Cupcake heaven fell a little short for me on this visit to the Newberry locale. Despite the long lines and heat, we staggered in for a sweet treat mid-day. The cupcakes were standard, not mind blowing or amazing as I had imagined, and their lack of seating and offerings of water makes it more of a "take home" kind of location rather than sit and enjoy type of place because it is both messy and thirst inducing. So Meh, just your average trendy spot.
Katie C.
I can't believe I stood in line for cupcakes in Boston in 90-degree heat one particular day. But I felt some type of calling telling me to at least try Georgetown Cupcake. The storefront is adorable, the staff is totally friendly, and the price compared to quality is certainly spot-on. After a crappy experience at Sweet, I was still on the search for a great cupcake in Boston. I had the red velvet cupcake that was absolutely delicious. The frosting was sweet, but not completely overwhelming, and with that borderline obnoxious "perfect Georgetown swirl." I could do without the "swirl" as I want a perfect consistent ratio of frosting-to-cake. The red velvet cake part of the cupcake was great, but it could have been just a hint more moist. After being spoiled by the likes of Sprinkles Cupcakes in LA where there is a consistent frosting-to-cake ratio (that's more dome-like than swirl-like at GC), this was a simple and solid 4-star experience. This establishment is still relatively new, so there will most certainly be a line, but it worth the wait just to say you've been and great as a sweet treat while shopping (even window shopping) around Newbury Street. It is relatively close to the Public Garden so it's even worth picking up a six-pack or dozen with your good friends and enjoying them in the Garden; even better if you can sneak in some wine, too!! Upon further investigation, I found you can beat the line by ordering online and designating a particular pick-up time. Certainly worth checking out if you want to pick some up without standing in line!
(4)Chenkai L.
This is a really cute cupcake bakery. The lines are always long but the cupcakes are simply amazing. They have lots of different flavors and varieties, they also have really cute gift boxes here, making them great gifts. My favorite was the red velvet.
(4)Catherine T.
Lovely cupcakes next to Thinking Cup! Much better than Crumbs etc in New York and elsewhere.
(5)Dana P.
I've passed by your shop many times, but finally stopped in yesterday to see if you had vegan cupcakes. I was pleasantly surprised to see you had a vegan carrot on the menu. I waited in line and ordered a vegan carrot. First off, it was absolutely beautiful, almost too pretty to eat. I took the obligatory Instagram photo and then took a bite. OH MY GOD! It was amazing. By far the best cupcake I've ever had, vegan or not. The cake was moist and light with just the right amount of carrot flavor. I don't know how you did it, but the cream cheese frosting was so delicate, it melted in my mouth. Seriously, it was whipped to perfection and I've never had a vegan cream frosting that light and smooth. Usually they're super heavy, like a buttercream. Thank you for your amazing vegan offerings. Please keep them on your menu as you have the best vegan cupcakes in Boston!
(5)Sofyan S.
The cupcake is within the average, even no cupcakes with raisin or blueberry, and it is so small, they use chocolate syrup for the hot-chocolate, it is little pricy
(3)Qiaoyi C.
sweet cupcakes... Love it although they are a little bit too sweet for me. ( I don't eat sweet stuff) pretty wrap and box.
(4)Jimmy B.
A bit pricy for cupcakes, but they're a good quality, and it makes sense considering their smack dab in the middle of Newbury street. They have a wide range, and after trying a good portion of them, there weren't any that I disliked - they're all very yummy and sweet! Best of all, they give out 100 free cupcakes a day - I love a company that knows how to do PR! Just follow them on a social media site and they'll announce their "mystery flavor" which is their free cupcake of the day - just go up to a clerk, and request that flavor, and assuming they have any left in stock, you walk away with a complimentary cupcake. Mmmm!
(4)Shanna C.
Cupcakes are ok but price not. They have vegan options which is a plus. Chocolate ^2 my favorite.
(4)Jennifer G.
Georgetown Cupcakes is amazing! The service is friendly and fast. Their hot chocolate is personalized and flavorful. I had their salted caramel cupcake and I was not disappointed. The cupcake was moist and their frosting is so rich. Plus, if you sit at the right table, you can watch the employees make the cupcakes. Highly recommend this place!
(5)Jingyao Z.
There are so many people every time I pass by and now I know the reason. The cupcakes are so cute, pretty, attractive to girls. I like cookie&cream and cherry blossome for they are not overly sweet. My boyfriend like vinilla chocolate but it's too sweet for me. It's a good place for chat time when shopping on newburry street.
(4)Jenna M.
I had a massive allergic reaction causing me to be very ill after consuming one of these cupcakes.
(1)YOON MI G.
Walked in excited at 8:59 pm...Cupcakes all around! Cranky employee, after serving 4 customers, tells us that they are closed! Terrible customer service and holiday spirit!!!! Jingle bells my ass!!!!
(1)Mindy L.
I'm pretty picky when it comes to cupcakes. As compared to other cupcake eateries, I would give the best frosting award to Georgetown. Not too sweet, not too dense, good flavor. The cake is drier than I would prefer, though I concede that making a moist cake is harder than one would imagine. All in all, it was a tasty treat for the office and it's nice to have them right up the road.
(3)Joann C.
I live in Miami and I dream of your cupcakes! Hands down the best cupcakes I have had in my entire life!!! I mean, I think that majority of the cupcake places can make a pretty good cupcake. Each store is challenged with coming up with some new flavor combinations so some of the choices can get pretty out there. However, what stands out about Georgetown to me is the frosting on their cupcakes. Perfectly whipped and soft and not overly sweet so as to overpower the cupcake itself. *drools* Favorite ones so far: Strawberry and Lava Fudge...although I havent seen any other flowers that really excite me. Georgetown Cupcake if you're reading...how about some suggestions from a Miami girl? - Cafe con leche, guava or dulce de leche flavors are a must try!!
(5)Bill Z.
Georgetown is my idea of what a cupcake shop should be. The minute you walk in to the brightly lit shop, those cupcakes are right in front of you, AT EYE LEVEL. I'm not familiar with what is the typical size of a cupcake, but these seem slightly smaller and more reasonably priced, so as to contain much less guilt per cupcake. A huge list of coffees and teas and such is - well - icing on the cupcake... kinda. Part of the reason I rarely buy cupcakes is that the icing is often too sweet for me, and the cupcakes can be dry if they've been the case for a while. Neither was an issue here. The frostings on the cupcakes I sampled were sweet without being excessively sweet, and I expect the turnover here prevents any cupcake from being out for too long. Having different cupcakes all the time helps too. My favorite part of my experience was when the clerk asked me if I wanted the cupcake packaged or if I wanted it now. That just seemed so appropriate. I WANT IT NOW!!!!
(5)Ashley G.
The cupcakes were amazing! I had been to the DC georgetown location but this time I tried the Boston location. We walked right in and went to front of line because we ordered two days prior. I got the summer dozen. The chocolate sundae, key lime, and lemon are on point! We even ordered twelve gluten free cupcakes for my boyfriends family. (they all have gluten allergies) We took them to the party his sister was having and they were all gone by the end of the night! Big hit!!
(5)Melissa J.
I'm not usually into buying a cupcake for dessert. All the cupcake places I've been to in other cities have seemed to be popular because cupcakes were trendy, not because the cupcakes were anything special. But these were actually really good. I got a coconut cupcake. It was moist, the frosting was good and it had fresh coconut on it. If all cupcakes places were like this I'd be a happy camper.
(4)Jackie C.
BEST CUPCAKES IN THE CITY!!! If you are a local or a tourist you must stop in!!
(5)Michael D.
SO I have a confession to make, and I'm slightly embarrassed to tell the world this.. but I have a twitter account. And the only reason why I even made one was to follow DC CUPCAKE so I can see what the free flavor of the day is. For those who don't know, Georgetown gives 100 free cupcakes away every day, first come first served! So follow them on twitter, see what the cupcake of the day is, get there before 11ish, and shortly thereafter, your taste buds and your wallet will be happy! I'm not much of a sweets guy, so I'm not the right person to be reviewing cupcakes, but every flavor I've had from Georgetown has been good! They have different flavors erryday, so be on the lookout!
(4)Briana G.
Delicious cupcakes! The best part is: I 've never paid for one! Everyday the Georgetwon Cupcake twitter account tweets the special free flavor of the day! The first 100 customers per location can get a that flavor for FREE! And the cupcakes are always delicious, my favorite is the chocolate 2. The frosting here is creamy and smooth and even looks pretty on the cupcake! A must-try if you're in the area
(5)Nicole F.
best cupcakes. don't ever bother with sweet.. cherry blossom is the best listen 2 me
(5)Mindy T.
These cupcakes are phenomenal! I don't like frosting at all, but this frosting is to die for. It was fluffy and not overly sweet. I ate my entire cupcake! I had the Chocolate Coconut and Strawberry Lava Fudge. Both were very delicious! When I was there I thought the service was quick and they had what I wanted in stock. Also ended up ordering a catering order from them for a Baby Shower. The cupcakes were delivered on time in my delivery window and they were all intact. It was a hit at the office! ** If you like them on Facebook, they post a daily "secret" flavor which you order and the first 100 people who ask for it, get it for free **
(5)Colin P.
This was my first time eating at a Georgetown Cupcakes. And I was not disappointed. I love the two that I bought. And I loved the complimentary one given--I'm honor of the show, "Madam Secretary." The staff were all friendly. I cannot wait to visit the original.
(5)Elaine N.
Georgetown Cupcake has a huge selection of cupcakes. They have everyday cupcakes, seasonal, monthly, and daily specials! I'm really loving all that creativity =) I tried it out when I visited Boston in November. The line was out the door, it took me about 20-30 minutes to order, and another 5 minutes to wait for my cupcakes to be packaged. I bought 5 cupcakes to share with my friends: Red Velvet, Salted Caramel, Mint Cookies and Creme, Vanilla Birthday, and Key Lime. I didn't get a chance to try all of them, but the ones I did try were great! Super moist, sweet but not too sweet. Not only does GC have a bunch of different cupcakes, they sell them at $2.75 each, which is almost a whole buck cheaper than other cupcake stores! You can also get a half dozen for $15 and a dozen for $29. If you plan to stop here, make sure you have some time to wait, but don't worry, it is well worth it.
(4)Phil C.
Yes, the outsiders do it better. I'd like to support local places, but a lot of them in Boston just can't hack it compared to Georgetown. It does a wonderful job with the fundamentals: the cupcakes. They're neat, moist, and sweet. I didn't go crazy but just went for the red velvet and chocolate ganache. Both were very good and presentation looked very good. The red velvet's cream cheese frosting had the right amount of sweetness and slight tartness. The size of the cupcakes was respectable. Service was a little inexperienced there as no one really attended to me promptly, but the people were nice. The prices are better than Sweet or Kickass. Something from DC that isn't bloated, overpriced, and overrated: what a novelty.
(4)Yuko A.
I was walking down Newbury Street and looking for American Apparel when I passed down Georgetown Cupcake. I recognized the name from all the press they have been receiving on TV and pictures my friends in DC posted of the cupcakes. I live in Hawaii where Hokulani Bakery just won Cupcake Wars....which is awesome for Hawaii and Hokulani...but honestly their cupcakes aren't the best in Hawaii..Really only 3.5 maybe 4 stars in my book so I didn't have incredibly high hopes walking into Georgetown.. Anyway, onto the cupcakes.... I was staying with one of my besties from college who loves anything chocolate so I figured a Red Velvet would be a perfect present for her. I got myself a chocolate birthday cake. Simple with a chocolate cupcake and a vanilla frosting. I was tempted to get vanilla cupcake but chocolate cupcakes always tend to be more moist (which it was) And for a friend I was having lunch with I got a pumpkin cupcake which was seasonal. There's nothing more I hate than dry cupcakes and super sweet frosting neither which Georgetown cupcakes were. In my opinion although the frosting was fluffy it could have been even less sweet but it was definitely way better than Sweet Cupcakes which I believe is also located on Newbury Street. The pumpkin was good, not too overwhelming with spices and had a good balance of frosting and cupcake flavors. All in all although not my favorite cupcakes of all time, its definitely up there. (and I've had my share of cupcakes in NYC, Miami, Hawaii, and Boston) My favorite cupcakes are still from a place called Let them Eat Cupcakes in Honolulu, Hawaii. Oct31Challange: 24/31
(5)Andrew H.
I tried an experiment: putting the cupcakes in the freezer with wax paper over the top. They still taste wonderful. I purchased a new round of 6 (including two delicious pumpkin cupcakes) on a warmer day and did have some frosting sliding issues, but that's to be expected when you have something that should be in a cool place in a not so cool place. Anyone who complains about the quality of the products here should probably be stripped of their material possessions and forced into harsh poverty so they know what real life problems are.
(4)Emily C.
hmmmm. Maybe it's because I'm from the LA, the center of the cupcake craze, but I don't really get the high rating. I found the cupcakes to be dry and the flavors to be uninspiring. Meh is exactly how I felt about the Key Lime and Strawberry Champagne cupcakes that I tried. The service was a little all over the place. They forgot my coffee order. It's basically a mad house behind the counter with like 8 employees working. I definitely prefer the cupcakes I get in LA. Sprinkles and Susiecakes all the way!
(2)Julie T.
I barely have a sweet tooth but the cupcakes here are the bomb! I normally don't like places that are so hyped up because they end up disappointing me but this place really lives up to its reputation. I don't even mind that the cupcakes are a little pricey since they're so good. Plus they have a HUGE variety. I was so overwhelmed. Looks like Hello Kitty vomited inside here, it's so pink and cute. Definitely a place you should try, even if just for the novelty of it all.
(4)Judi G.
Great cupcakes! I have tried Magnolia cupcakes in NYC and Crumbs (now out of business ) and these were better than both. They are the perfect size so they don't overwhelm you. The cake is very moist and the frosting light and not over sweet or heavy. Wonderful! I ate a chocolate with vanilla frosting and tried a bite of the red velvet and coconut and all were great.
(5)Yuka Y.
Had their adorable red velvet cupcake and a cup of hot chocolate. Perfect size, moist, with just the right amount of frosting. Close to $3 for one cupcake is a little bizarre but considering it's on Newberry and Georgetown is a well known brand, I'll bear with it. They really need more chairs to sit around and eat. Other than a set of chairs in the front and the back, you're out of luck in terms of eating in the store. If you walk to the back, you can watch the bakers decorate and ice the cupcakes :) Costs could be cut if they didn't box every single cupcake order...I only had the intention of eating 1 cupcake in the store.
(3)Anh T.
I adore Georgetown cupcake and believe this is a legit franchise of them so I'm super excited to try. But for some reason I don't think they are As good as the original. Located on a busy street so you might not be able to find parking, we have to double park outside so I can run in to buy cupcakes (ghetto much? Haha) . Everything looks the same from the box to the decoration but the frosting and the cake taste so muc sweeter than the one in DC. Good place to come back for me if I really crave for cupcake
(3)Qasim R.
Can't add much to what has already been said. Hands down they serve the best cupcakes in New England. Some ppl on Yelp have complained about their service, having been there few times I have yet to face any bad service and/or any shortage of cup cakes issue. Once had to pick up an order placed by a friend, but she had accidently placed it to their DC branch. It only took one short call and the order was transferred to Boston branch without any hitches or issues, even though the online card payment had probably gone to the DC branch. I picked them up the specified time without any issues. Plus they make cupcakes of appropriate size (instead of massive sized ones that are made by certain places) and concentrate on important factors like flavor and character of the cupcakes. PS Love their Coconut cupcakes.
(5)Baiba O.
Gluten-free strawberry chocolate fudge cupcake is a marvelous treat for a gluten-free person. The strawberry cream had a very smooth and pleasant texture. And even if the combination of chocolate fudge and strawberry sounds super sweet, I was positively surprised it did not taste overly sugared as most of pastries in the US. I loved it! Iced caffe latte was good too. Bring it to NYC, please!
(5)Katie S.
Georgetown is a cupcake store that cannot be beat. All their cupcakes have an incredible soft cake that is never dry and frosting that you just want to take a spoon to. Their vegan cupcake tastes exactly like a regular cupcake (which I never knew was possible), so it is perfect for people with dairy allergies. The only reason I didn't give it a full 5/5 stars is because the frosting melts so ridiculously easy. It is your best bet to get them as your are leaving Newbury street and can get them to a fridge ASAP. If you are bringing them to a party, make sure you have A/C in your car if it is anything warmer than a cool day. The flavor is still fabulous, but you will have more frosting in the box than on the cupcake.
(4)Chong C.
OMG Love their cupcakes :D Have heard of them for 5 yrs but never tried. Finally tried for the first time tonight and they were so good :) So moisture, sweet, and pretty. Icing is very beautiful, bottom is very sweet and soft. Wanna go back there already
(5)M K.
I'm pretty fussy when it comes to cupcakes and the cupcake I had here (salted caramel) was good, but not amazing. Firstly for three dollars it was a very small cupcake. Secondly I am a huge fan of icing and agree it's the best part of a cupcake but this cake was definitely too icing heavy (mainly because the cake was so small - keep the frosting just make the cake bigger!). I also found this frosting to be more of the fluffy whipped type than the thick buttercream icing found on other cupcakes which I prefer. The cake itself did have a good texture although the salted caramel flavour wasn't particularly obvious. Also there aren't many seats and nowhere convenient to sit nearby if you want to eat your cupcake straight away!
(3)Amy B.
Damn, girls. I'd already found out that hard way in DC that being annoying on a reality show does not preclude one from making delicious cupcakes. The Newbury Street outpost of Georgetown Cupcakes churns out moist, sweetly frosted cupcakes as delicious as the original location's. Now that there's a Georgetown Cupcakes locally, I decided to order three dozen for a party I was co-hosting. I placed the order online the day before and used a coupon code for a discount. I arrived at Georgetown Cupcakes a few minutes after they opened the day of the party to find my cupcakes beautifully packaged and ready for me. The process could not have been easier or more convenient. Even better: I was able to get a free solo cupcake by naming the day's secret flavor, tweeted out daily. The first 100 customers at each location who name the flavor each day receive a complimentary cupcake. It's a great incentive to follow GC on Twitter! Other reviewers mentioned the frosting getting melty if it's a hot day. I found that the cupcakes were fine for my 10 minute walk home and then survived well in air conditioned rooms. When I brought the leftovers back to my warm kitchen, the frosting did start to get sloppy. Quick relocation to the fridge solved that issue. Even after trying a good six or seven cupcake flavors, I remain a staunch lover of the Salted Caramel Cupcake. It's amazing. Eat one.
(5)Harumi U.
Amazing range of cupcakes freshly served and the people behind the counter know their goods very well. My first time to the shop and it was after dinner, so I wanted a little bit of something as means of dessert and sample this cupcake shop. I walked up to the cashier lady and explained that. Right away, she gave me an advice that red velvet is what started this shop and is still the best seller and that's the first that I should try. When I ask for an advice, I really appreciate the advice like this - most people just say "oh, everything is really nice and it depends on what you like". I understand why most people say that, but I think I know what I like - I just want to know info like the best seller, maybe their personal recommendation/likes, etc. It was definitely the best red velvet cupcake I have ever had! Moist, fresh and the cream really fluffy. I definitely recommend.
(5)JH P.
I learned that Georgetown Cupcake is one of my niece's favorite spots. And I can tell why. Other than her being a fan of DC Cupcakes, the cupcakes were nice and moist with just enough frosting. Compared to other cupcake places I've indulged in and which shall remain nameless, Georgetown Cupcakes are amazing!!! Georgetown Cupcakes do not taste like it was made out of a box and their frosting isn't piled on as high as the Leaning Tower of Pisa!!!! Never fun to eat cupcakes when you have more frosting than cake. So Geogetown's are just enough to get a solid cupcake fix. We also enjoyed the vegan cupcake and they did a great job with that as vegan baked goods usually don't turn out for some folks. Be sure and "like" their Facebook page. They offer a free cupcake everyday which is a special flavor not on their regular menu. It's one per person and only 100 are made per location. You have to ask for it when you order. The day we went the cupcake was chocolate caramel peanut butter. Soooooo good!!! And I love also how it's not so sweet you get that icky sick feeling afterwards. Can't wait until they open in Atlanta!!!!!
(5)Kiana M.
I had a vanilla and chocolate cupcake. The chocolate ganache was unreal... Best cupcake I have had in a while. The cake was nice and moist. The pink packaging was adorable. Take the extra steps from sweet down to Georgetown. It's worth it
(5)Ali H.
In fact, I'm not a cupcakes fan at all and usually I try to avoid it. After I invited my friends once and one of them brought me some cupcakes from georgetown, I became addicted to this place. Literally, I almost tried every flavor they have and sometimes specials like lavender and they all are good and tasteful.
(4)Holly K.
Sigh, I was so disappointed with this place! I was really excited to try it out as I love me some cupcakes. The cupcakes were just kind of blah. The cookies and cream just didn't taste right and the hazelnut chocolate was really bland. Also these cupcakes cannot take an ounce of heat, the frosting melted like no bodies business on the walk back to the car and on the car ride home.
(2)Ali S.
I've yet to have a cupcake at Georgetown that I haven't liked, but I do have my favorites. Their red velvet (an every day flavor) is sublime -- and this is coming from someone who grew up eating red velvet cake. The cream cheese buttercream they make is so soft and so perfectly paired with the cake that I'm developing a craving as I write this. I'm also a big fan of their chocolate ganache because it isn't sickeningly sweet; it's just right. The fact that they have seasonal and daily flavors is also a plus. Whenever you go in, you're guaranteed to see something new. The staff has never been anything but sweet in my experience. We have had issues of forgetfulness, which I wish the management would address. Sometimes you'll order a cupcake and then, as they're assembling the rest of your order, they'll tell you that a flavor you want is temporarily unavailable even though it's in the window. I guess these are display cupcakes for the day? Either way, there should be a better way to address this. Maybe put a sign up on the display that says they're out, or keep communication open between those boxing the cupcakes and those taking the orders. I only bring it up because I've seen this happen multiple times and it can be very disappointing. All that said, though, I am and will continue to be a repeat customer!
(4)Chris R.
So I drove all the way down to Newbury Street, looking forward to getting these cupcakes for my wife's birthday. I ordered 8 cupcakes. The girl that was boxing the orders looked very disinterested in being there. She put 6 cupcakes in a box and handed it to me. Although I wasn't 100% sure the box didn;t look like it could fit 8 cupcakes so I said to her "is that 8 cupcakes" and she looked me in the eye and said "Yea". I left the store and started walking down the street, but started to question if this box was even big enough to hold 8 cupcakes so I opened the box and there were only 6 cupcakes in there. I walked back to the store and told the very nice girl at the register of my problem. She asked the disinterested girl to fix it and give me 8. She proceeded to pull out a new box and 6 new cupcakes, and then grabbed a 7th and put it in a bag and handed it to me. This time i was not fooled.. I looked right at her and pointed to my receipt and said "I PAID FOR 8". She then grabbed me the 8th and haded them over. When you pay $3 for a cupcake you expect to have your order correct the 1st time and not the 3rd. On top of it all I live an hour away and really would have been mad had I not questioned it and gone all the way home. On the positive side, the gir working the register was great, and the girl in the middle doing the coffee was VERY appologetic even though she had nothing to do it with. In terms of the cupcakes, they were pretty good, and I would say worth the price but they may want to check the employees that they hire, especially the disinterested one who actually hands the cupcakes to the customer.
(3)Kim P.
Totally the place to go cupcaking on a Wednesday afternoon. We had an assortment, and all of them were moist, the frosting was fantastic (cream cheese was just right; not too sweet, either). My fave was the vanilla one: simple and perfect. My biggest gripe: no place to sit. Seriously? We had to go over to that coffee shop next door and buy some Pellegrino to be able to sit at their tables and stuff our faces. Georgetown Cupcake, I'm gonna need you to get it together on that one so I can come cupcake at your establishment, not someone else's!
(4)Morgan D.
So, I've reviewed the NYC location...now to Boston. I will admit, still, I am not a huge fan of their cupcakes. The presentation, however, is incredible! My friend got some cupcakes for our friend's Birthday and they turned out beautiful! The cake part is a little dense to me. I dunno, I'm not the biggest fan of sweets so I'm honestly not the best person to ask. The reason I give this 4 stars is because of the beauty and professionalism of the presentation of the cupcakes! And also, I ordered a chai latte. I sway away from ordering chai's because I'm very particular about my chai. But it was a cold night and seemed like the perfect thing to order...so I took a leap...and boy, was I surprised! EXCELLENT chai! :) Thank you GTC!
(4)Suji C.
I've tasted (and fell in love with) Sprinkles, so any other gourmet cupcake I try is held to a pretty high standard. Georgetown did not disappoint, however it did not meet or exceed my personal fave. They have a standard set of flavors and a constantly changing specials menu. Red velvet w/ creamcheese frosting is always a personal default, and I am fond of their pumpkin and holiday flavor cupcakes. You can expect a line on the weekends, but the line moves pretty quickly. The place itself is more spacious, having 2 tables instead of 1, unlike em others. And in the back, you can see all the workers happily make cupcakes. If you're looking for a great cupcake shop in Boston, this may be your place. As long as you avoid Sweet, you will probably enjoy whatever gourmet cupcake you are eating
(4)Melissa F.
NOM NOM NOM I love sweets, especially cupcakes, so when I heard Georgetown was coming to Newbury street I was jumping for joy. No really, it was actually kind of embarrassing but whatevs. Their cupcake flavors are all delicious and there are some very creative ones on the menu. I like that it rotates so it's not the same menu every.single.day . Which could get kind of boring when you only serve cupcakes. The cakes themselves are perfect, not too moist and not too dry. Their frostings are amazing too. I think they're whipped or something because they are light and fluffy and not overly sweet. Winning Well priced at $2.75 a pop for some bangin cupcakes. Sweet couldn't even begin to compare itself to Georgetown. Newbury street was in desperate need of this place. Now if only Georgetown would put a store in the Longwood area life would be complete.
(4)Beth J.
While stroling Newbury street, my friend and I stumbled apon the new georgetown cupcakes location. After Lila C. recommended it on a recent Washington DC, I knew I needed to try it. The quaint store featured about 15 flavors of perfectly decorated cupcakes. The upbeat music and friendly staff made me immedately feel welcome Let me preface the food part of this review with I have MAJOR sweet tooth and probably a higher tolance for sweet tastes than most. I ordered the chocolate birthday cupcake - the cake was perfectly moist and the frosting was buttery and very sweet. I loved it! My friend ordered the red velvet - their traditional, best selling cupcake featured moist cake and a tangy cream cheese frosting. Georgetown Cupcakes far surpassed my expectations! My only disappointment is that Georgetown Cupcakes doesn't have a location closer to my home in Minneapolis - probably best for my waistline. :)
(5)Jovanna O.
First time here, definitely a fan! I wish there was one in Dallas
(4)Lindsay M.
I really wanted to absolutely love this place because I love the show and I love cupcakes but I have to say that I've had much better cupcakes come out of my own kitchen. I had the carrot cake cupcake and while the frosting was really good, I think there was way too much of it for such a small cupcake. The cupcake was also rather dry and lacked the normal carrot cake flavoring. I may give them another try because I would like to see how their key lime cupcake tastes.
(2)Lindsay S.
I'm a cupcake snob. However I will say Georgetown is worth the TV hype. Especially because they have a gluten free cupcake that is lava fudge. It is filled with a delicious chocolate fudge that oozes out when you bite into it. The price of 2.75 is pretty good considering other places like sweet are 3$ and more, but I wish they had more to offer for the regular every day cupcakes. You do not need like 5 variations of chocolate and vanilla cupcakes. Another problem is the long line out the door. If they figured out how to accommodate more people in the store that would be better.
(3)Nora L.
Georgetown Cupcakes is great. Very clean, simple designs (both the storefront and the cupcakes) with yummy cupcakes. They alternate flavors everyday, with some staples that are always available. I've tried the red velvet, carrot cake, lemon berry, chocolate and mint cookies & cream. Some are better than others but all are very good. I esp. liked the carrot cake. The frosting is sweet, but not overwhelmingly so like many other cupcake places. Cons: - There isn't much table room and it does get crowded.. so not the place to go to have a cupcake and chat. - Prices are comparable to others in the area but still pretty high.. @2.75 for just one cupcake.
(4)Brian C.
Great little cupcake place with delicious, moist, perfectly sized morsels. With the popularity of cupcakes these days, it's difficult to find cupcakes that aren't too dry, too bready, and too large. These cupcakes are really quite perfect. I really enjoyed the key lime and red velvet cupcakes, topped with a creamy, buttery frosting. Quite possibly some of the best cupcakes I've had. The service there was friendly and warm as well.
(5)Man M.
Wow! Cupcakes you can really enjoy! Soft, moist, flavorful. Not too sweet, just the right size... Will try again.
(4)Joe T.
Wonderful! I'm shocked to learn that this place really is worth all the hype! Living in DC, I'd always see long lines outside the Georgetown Cupcake location there and I declined to go in b/c I thought, "There are so many other cupcake places on this street. Why wait in line?" When we found the Georgetown Cupcake location in Boston, though, where the line was much more manageable, my friends and I decided to check it out. Wow! Georgetown Cupcake really is all it's cracked up to be! I got the vegan apple spice cupcake. Mmmm. The frosting on top was so creamy, it kind of seemed to be melting into the cake as I ate it. Something seemed naughty about the whole experience. The cake part tasted like something my mother would make in our kitchen--varying from very moist in the center to crispy on the top edges. The whole thing was small but, as my friend pointed out, so sweet that it left you satisfied. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Lynn J.
SOOooo Happy to have a new shop on Newbury Street... that is NOT A RESTAURANT, SALON or CLOTHING STORE! Visited their VIP Party with bakery bathed in pink lights... Attended Grand Opening with FREE CUPCAKES! Here are my CUPCAKE FLAVOR RATINGS, with my faves first: BANANA SPLIT...5 STARS, Loads of frosting & surprise center! Fruity, sweet frosting, moist, banana cupcake & chocolate fudge middle! CHOCOLATE COCONUT...5 STARS, lots of coconut & light, whipped marshmellow frosting. It reminded me of a "Snowball!" BERRY LIME...5 STARS, heaps of hot pink, tart-n-tasty frosting! CHOCOLATE 2...5 STARS, dark chocolate cake & lots of frosting... like having a piece of soft, rich chocolate fudge on top! CHERRY CHEESECAKE...5 STARS, whipped, tart, cream cheese frosting on a cheesecake cupcake with real cherries and a graham cracker crust! SALTED CARAMEL...5 STARS, slightly salty, super sweet... a perfect balance to satisfy all your taste buds at the same time. (...and PERFECT for cravings during *that* time of the month!) PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE...5 STARS, rich & ravishing WHITE CHOCOLATE RASBERRY...4 STARS, slightly tart, white, rasberry frosting on what tasted like a moist, rasberry muffin...very light. CINNAMON...4 STARS, full flavor frosting, but vanilla cake LAVENDER EARL GREY...4 STARS, piled high, full bodied, purple frosting on a mildly tart, mint green cupcake. RED VELVET...4 STARS, moist & memorable MOCHA...4 STARS, coffee, cream cheese frosting piled high STRAWBERRY...4 STARS, full fruit flavor & plenty of frosting. MARBLE BROWNIE FUDGE...3 STARS, ideal for those who can't handle the full-on chocolate overload of their "Chocolate 2". YELLOW SUNSHINE...3 STARS, vanilla cake w/ lots of orange frosting. CHOCOLATE GANACHE...3 STARS, not enough ganache (eat this cupcake upside down to taste the thin top layer.) CHOCOLATE 3...3 STARS, very little frosting or extra taste STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE...2 STARS, not even a cupcake! Only a mini cheesecake, on a crumb base. No frosting. No Strawberries. No cupcake. No consistency. I gave the "Cherry Cheesecake" 5 stars, as it was nothing like this. BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE...2 STARS, see "Strawberry" above it! BOSTON CREAM PIE...2 STARS, no Boston Cream filling? A too thin layer of icing w/ a 1/2 Tsp of vanilla jelly-like stuff. GREEN MONSTAH...2 STARS, Stains your teeth Hulk Green! The frosting doesn't getcha', but the deep green cupcake crumbs will be lingering between your chompers until you brush them out. The cake was a bit dry, lacking in flavor & featured no fillings. I'll review each flavor as I try them...*smile*. PRICE: $2.75 per cupcake, or $15 for 6 & $30 for 12 small cupcakes. Unfortunately, this is average for Newbury street, Boston. DEAL: 100 FREE CUPCAKES PER DAY to the 1st 100 Twitter Followers who request the SECRET FLAVOR! Grab a menu to take home with you, as they offer different special flavors on specific days.
(5)Moises F.
Delicious cupcakes with a great variety. I always have to stop for one or two cupcakes whenever I am walking in Newbury. I tried the new salted caramel cupcake the last time I was and it was amazing. The only problem with this place is that it doesn't have proper seating. All what it offers is one table at the entrance. Sometimes I like to take a break from walking and shopping in Newbury but then Georgetown wouldn't be the place for me cause I can't enjoy my coffee and the cupcake standing!
(4)Lauren M.
I was so excited to have stumbled upon Georgetown Cupcakes while walking down Newbury street. I stopped in for a chai latte and a chocolate cupcake. The cupcake was definitely not worth the hype. It was.... A cupcake. I could make better. The latte was borderline gross, as it just tasted like overly sweetened milk. The shop is very cute. The workers are very friendly. We've all seen Georgetown Cupcakes on tv, so it's kind of neat.... But when it comes down to it, the cupcake was just a cupcake, and not an extraordinary one at that.
(2)Kimmy U.
Moist cake and incredible cream cheese frosting!!! I am soo excited for this place Since moving to Boston, I've come here 3 times already! (and the gym even more so that I can keep coming back) These cupcakes are DEEELICIOUS. The best post-test/quiz/midterm treat one could ask for :] I haven't tried any of their regular flavors because they don't sound that exciting to me, but boy are their special or monthly flavors amazing! If you are a fan of lemon, definitely try their lemon cupcake. Not super tart/sour, but a nice balance. I can't wait to try the lemon berry! I've also tried the red velvet (OMG.), pumpkin spice, chocolate hazlenut, maple crunch, and mint oreo. Their pumpkin spice is one of the best pumpkin anything's I've ever had. It comes with a maple flavored cream cheese frosting = heaven in my mouth. The chocolate hazlenut, maple crunch and mint oreo were just ok compared to the other ones. It seems hit or miss though sometimes with the moistness of the cake. I've been pretty lucky with most of mine though Everyday they have their regular flavors. And then each day, they have a list of special flavors. Then, each month they have a few extra special flavors that they have every day. I know, confusing.. but there's a cute little menu you can look at while you wait in line. OR, you can just take it home and post it on your fridge so you can decide beforehand what you want and which day of the week you want to go *cough-I'm not obsessed, I swear-* But seriously. You MUST try this place if you are in town Beats Sprinkles any day for me! There's always a line, but I've gone during off hours around 4 or 5 and there wasn't a very big line. But since they're kinda new, it seems like word is getting around town are more people are discovering it. I plan to take anyone who visits me here!!
(5)Nancy H.
Cupcakes! The craze!!! These are superb. I had them in DC and when they came here, had them again with some friends. I've tried their chocolate^2, chocolate^3, chocolate ganache, red velvet, chocolate hazelnut, and vanilla & chocolate. I'm aiming to try their whole line. Challenge accepted. The red velvet has been consistently good, their prices are fair, and their sizing for cupcakes just right. The cake is always always moist and dense enough to hold up to the frosting. I recommend the red velvet, chocolate^2, vanilla & chocolate, and chocolate hazelnut if you're a hazelnut fan. Best to eat them right when you buy them. Enjoy!
(5)Katie W.
Georgetown Cupcakes has the best chocolate ganache cupcakes! I've tried maybe 10+ flavors now, and chocolate ganache is still my favorite. If you want something non-chocolate, get the carrot cupcake. You can't go wrong with either of those flavors. If you want something on the sweeter side, the key lime pie is pretty good. The seasonal earl gray lavender cupcake is decent too. Cupcake: $2.75
(5)Parson H.
I love Georgetown Cupcake. So much that I wish I could give it a 5. However, this location doesn't live up to the standard of the DC location. The DC location is where I first tried these cupcakes and I was hooked. Sure there's a line out the door, but you walk in and the smell overtakes you. The cupcakes are super light and moist with the most amazing frosting. You see them as they are coming out of oven and being frosted. For some reason the same thing is not happening here in Boston. I know Red Velvet is the most difficult flavor to master. Particularly since famous red velvet is done southern style and most people fail at this. But the cupcakes here in Boston's version of GC aren't consistent. Don't get me wrong they are better than every other shop in the vicinity including all the ones listed on other people's reviews here (trust me if they sell cupcakes in NYC or Boston I've tried them). They still are not as good as the original and that's an issue for me. Also, would it kill the people to make sure the cupcakes are pressed all the way down in the hole. Two times with cupcakes rolling all over the place (and note other poster's photos of disaster cupcakes) keeps me telling the person packing every time to "make sure they are pushed all the way down in the box holes."
(3)Imran G.
Wazzap back bay? I tried convincing my fiancee that we should go to Back Bay and explore the area since we're new in town. I've already been here, so I know how upscale it is, but my fiancee did not. Of course, it wasn't until she found out about Georgetown that she finally decided to take a trip here with me. We have a pretty established rubric for almost any cupcake shop, grab a Red Velvet and rate it on the following: -Icing, perfect balance of sweetness and flavor with all the right weight, texture-wise, the icing didn't get stuck to the palate. -Texture of the cake, perfectly moist on the inside, didn't feel like I was eating sand at all. -Fluffiness, something I noticed and really liked was how compact and heavy it felt. I am not a fan of super fluffy cakes as it becomes difficult to eat with a fork. This cupcake on the other hand spared the fluffiness for maximum convenience. -Overall, everything was good, but nothing was particularly outstanding. I'm not entirely about this place, definitely warrants another visit, but for now I'm sticking with 4-star. The other flavor we tried, Lavender Earl Grey Tea, was also easily forgettable. Also, not quite sure what the naming is about, Chocolate Birthday, Vanilla Birthday, Lavender Earl Grey Tea, Susen G. Komen Foundation. Can I request the following flavors: Super Bowl, Imran's Birthday, Obama, Red Bull, Gucci? Sure those all sound like fantastic causes and events, but it doesn't tell me anything about what sort of taste I should expect.
(4)Kathleen W.
We taste tested red velvet. (Very good). And peanut butter. (Outstanding). Service was quick and pleasant. We went back twice in three days! Birthday cake flavors were nothing special
(4)Sharon O.
Salted caramel and I.... we are in love. It's a match made in heaven. So how excited was I to hear about its deliciousness in cupcake form? Very. Two loves combined. But ah, salted caramel cupcake! You have eluded me for almost a year... being too far away from my location upon travels to DC. Then, you surprise me and open a store up in Boston! Yes there are other cupcakeries that offer salted caramel cupcakes... please tell me where they are! Until now, its been far too far away. Lucky for me, my birthday was after the opening of Georgetown cupcake and a beloved coworker knew of my salted caramel plight and happened to live close to the store. And salted caramel was one of the flavor offerings ON my birthday... it is fate (salted caramel on Tues and Sat). Verdict: delicious! The caramel and salt are definitely there... the frosting was outstanding texture... none of that over shortening nonsense. (That being said, it wasn't overly salty... which ruins the flavor for me and which I've experienced, unfortunately elsewhere in milkshake form. So if you're looking for that type of thing I can let you know the salt is more balanced here with the caramel!) The cake was incredibly moist and also tasted like there was caramel in it unless that was me getting caught up in the frosting! I've got to tell you I'm usually more of a cupcake cake part kind of person where I'll scrape most of the frosting off and just daintily dip the cake part into the frosting due to most frostings being underwhelming or too overloaded. Here I wanted to gobble all the frosting up! At 2.75 per cupcake, I need to make a trip to the store myself.... hopefully I'll waver to try some other flavors instead of all salted c all the time... peanut butter frosting is another weakness of mine so stay tuned for updates!
(4)Cathy S.
I liked the cupcakes. I can't stand the TV show associated with these cupcakes. Fortunately they are mutually exclusive. We saw a bit of a line up onto Newbury and asked a couple of ladies what they were waiting for. I was told that if you tell Georgetown Cupcakes what the secret flavour of the day is, in this case Chocolate Salted Caramel, you get a free cupcake. Free cupcakes are a good thing and was worth a few minutes of our time. As good loss leader promotions do, we ended up buying 4 more cupcakes to make half a dozen. We selected the pumpkin, the maple walnut, the honey banana and the toffee crunch. All in all we were impressed with the frostings; they all had very nice unique flavor and were creamy, without being overly sweet. The cakes were moist and had a pleasant texture. The shop is bright and attractive, but there is exactly one table for eating-in so I assume that they don't want people hanging around after their purchase. Georgetown Cupcakes is still a distant second from my favorite, Molly's on Bleecker in NYC yelp.ca/biz/mollys-cupca… .
(4)Sara K.
delicious salted caramel cupcake-the best I've had. not very much seating tho so you might have to wait for someone to finish or go somewhere else to eat. $3/cupcake $16.50 half dozen $32 dozen
(4)Cath M.
Yes... I am going to be that token person that won't give 4 or 5 stars... Sorry fellow Yelpers... Boss and I trekked here from the Sheraton (normally I wouldn't complain with the distance, but when its that humid and muggy... where I'm just standing and sweats of bullet is dripping off me... yah... not cool!) Walked in a later after lunch and of course it was packed. I ended up getting a chocolate2 and a white chocolate raspberry cupcakes. FIrst bite of the white chocolate raspberry: I think my dentist back in Cali just had a heart attack... UBER sweet! The frosting was just too damn sweet that after awhile, I started getting headaches. I ended up eating the cake part and by then my taste buds were destroyed. I ate the chocolate a little while (after one of my sessions HOW Design) and that was a lot better. The chocolate icing was dark... and it wasn't as sweet as the first one I had. I liked the cake as well... I didn't get any headaches so that was good. Anyway... its just ok. I'm still biased with Sprinkles back in the Bay.
(3)Juan F.
I walked past this place and was surprised to see how crowded and jam packed it was. I was on my way to dinner but after seeing so many people linning up for cupcakes, I decided to get some before dinner! I got 4 red velvet cupcakes. The cupcakes are really small but nicely decorated. They are really moist and with the perfect amount of sweetness. The service here is really fast and friendly as well! They have so many people working that the line is constantly on the move. Definitely coming back if I crave sweets!
(4)Hannah M.
Wandered around Boston during a business trip & fell into this place. I remember watching the reality TV shows 'DC cupcakes' a few years ago & wanted to see what all the hype was about. Holy crap rich deliciousness. I chose salty caramel & if my stomach was big enough I could've seriously eaten a dozen of these in one setting & not cared about the stomachache to follow. Rich & sweet dense cake with fluffy flavorful frosting drizzled with homemade caramel. I am definitely a believer in the hype now & so wish they would come to Columbus! I don't care how fat my ass would get; It would be well worth it. I love the decor, lighting, friendly staff & most of all the cupcake. I don't know how they get that perfect crust around the edge of the paper lining but it was the perfect little crunch amongst the moist cake & delectable frosting! Will most definitely be back to place if ever in Boston again"
(5)Victoria H.
This is the type of cupcakes that the hipster who shop on Newbury street. They are ever so moist and rich. It goes great with a cup of ice green tea (if you like tea, more then coffee) However, it's not like the awesome cupcake joint that a mention before (Kickass cupcakes). But if you a cupcake place really bad, then this place is to close by. Then this is the best chic cupcake place to be.
(4)Jenene Y.
Had to give them a try while on vacation in Boston. They were pretty good, average. The staff was friendly and enjoyed their hospitality. Needs to be a bit more moist, not sure if it was because it was late in the day.
(3)Wini H.
I'd say 4.4 is a more accurate number. There's usually a long line out the door, and for good reason. Having sampled a number of cupcakeries, I think Georgetown does the best job overall. The cake itself is delicious and not overly sweet--it's never stale and has a good crumb while staying tender. The icing--and I used to swear that I hated buttercream, probably because the Asian bakeries I was raised on do a bad job--is light, fluffy, and for me personally, is just under the line where it goes from perfectly sweet to getting-too-sweet. Plus it never has that hard shell you get from leaving your cupcakes out all day. Then there's the occasional delicious filling and fondant pieces on top (people have always told me fondant is gross, but Georgetown's is the first I've ever tasted and I can say it's pretty good. If you don't like it, it's such a small piece on top, you can take it off). Together, it makes a near perfect cupcake. The coffee drinks are pretty good too. I think I had something like a frozen mocha once and finished it before I reached the Hynes T station. Getting the milk is highway robbery though. If you're buying the cupcakes and don't mind saving them for later, just take them to go. They have very convenient boxes for transporting the cupcakes without damaging them, if you're going to get that many (which I recommend you do. The more you get, the more of a discount they come at, and you can freeze them in a sealed container temporarily. Obviously it won't be as fresh as the day you bought them, but once they reach room temp again, they're pretty close.) The little shop is tiny and cutely decorated, with minimal seating (so you will rarely ever get to sit down on the spot and eat your cupcakes). If you do snag the spot in the back, you get to watch someone work on the cupcakes. It's pretty fun. You can check their website for the special rotation of flavors they do both on a day-to-day basis and monthly. Inexplicably I've come in and they don't have these out though, so I've had to get one of their usual flavors. This isn't really a problem for me because they're all excellent (my friend declared his first cupcake from Georgetown, an all vanilla-one, the best he's ever had), but maybe call ahead to see if they have any if you're looking for one in particular. About half a star off for the price of those crackilicious cupcakes and for not having more open registers, although I'm sure it costs a lot to have a storefront on Newbury Street.
(4)T T W.
Review is solely based on my consumption of the vanilla/vanilla and red velvet/cream cheese. I normally don't even like red velvet and it was good! The vanilla cake was SO fluffy and like other reviewers have said, the frosting's texture is PERFECT. Airy, but not too airy, and just enough sugary sweetness. I work right across the street from this place . . . kind of want to get pregnant again just so I can eat one of these cupcakes every single day!
(5)Ariana Z.
With all the hype, I was expecting something completely mind-blowing. Note: not a cupcake person. I tried the famous red velvet cupcake, as well as the coconut flavor, the blueberry cheesecake, and one flavor I let the guy taking my order decide. He picked the chocolate hazelnut one. The only one that is worth mentioning is the cheesecake one (that's totally not even a cupcake) and that's because I love cheesecake. Everything else was decently average. The icing was overwhelming, I ended up removing the icing off all the cupcakes after eating the first one. I guess it's just not my thing.
(3)Amy D.
3.5 stars but rounding down due to the long wait. I've been fans of Sophie and Katherine for a while now (and their show, DC Cupcakes), and have really been wanting to try their cupcakes. I almost splurged and purchased them online, but the delivery fees were pretty high. I saw they opened a location in Boston not too long ago, so decided to stop by during my trip. There was a line about 20 people deep around 5pm on a Sunday afternoon (on Labor Day weekend). The line moved pretty slowly even though the cashiers take your order first, and then you wait for it to be filled on the side. The hold up, from what I could see, was that there weren't enough boxes built, and the person had to build their own box and grab their own cupcakes. It would have worked a lot faster if one person built up boxes and the other person just filled. In any case, we ordered: -Peanut Butter Fudge (Valrhona Chocolate Cupcake w/A Fudge Core Topped w/A Peanut Butter Frosting and Fudge Star Drizzle, $2.75, yelp.com/biz_photos/geor… ): This cupcake was nice and moist, but the frosting was really, really sweet. I felt a couple cavities develop after my first bite, and had to brush off at least half of the frosting. I liked that you could taste the peanut butter, but I wouldn't order this flavor again. -Vanilla Squared (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Cupcake w/A Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting Topped w/A Fondant Flower, $2.75, yelp.com/biz_photos/geor… ): Yum! I loved that you could see the flecks of vanilla bean in the cake, but the frosting on this was also too sweet. I would still get this flavor again though. Overall, Georgetown Cupcake seems to have some good flavors, and some not so good flavors. Also, the quality of the cupcakes in this location didn't seem to be up to the standards of their flagship location, as some of the cupcakes had baked unevenly, and although the signature frosting swirl was there, a lot of the frostings were crooked and/or not centered on the cupcake correctly. I also thought their cupcakes tasted a lot like Kara's Cupcakes (located in the SF Bay Area), which was interesting. In any case, I would come to Georgetown Cupcakes if I were in the area and there wasn't much of a line, but I wouldn't go out of my way to get a cupcake from here. Parking in this area is pretty terrible, but I saw a lot of cars double parked illegally.
(3)Lil M.
Had a red velvet cupcake. Frosting is waaaaay too sweet, and the cheese tasted artificial. Disappointing.
(2)Matt U.
A Cupcake Haiku: Cupcake, I Love You Coconut, Chocolate, Yum Please Jump In My Mouth Upon entering, your senses are tantilized by the smell of magic and the sight of true beauty as cupcakes are stacked feet high behind the glass. Akin to a child peering through the window at a toy store around Christmas, those who love their elevated blood sugar will find both bliss and rest in this wonderland of high glycemicly indexed treasures. Seriously, the cupcakes here are legit. We had a coconut frosted chocolate delight and a fudge swirl cupcake and both were spectacular. The frosting if piled high and simply splendid. One cupcakes sets you back a few bucks and is worth twice the price. For an extra 50 cents they'll pack them up for later so you can relive the glory that is cupcake any time you like! We went around 10:30 ( yes 10:30 is cupcake time) and got in and out in about 5 minutes. Very friendly staff with an eeriliy high cupcake IQ! Not a lot of seating, but the cafe next door is a great spot to grap a coffee and a seat outside on which to enjoy your new cake friends!
(5)Emily L.
Georgetown Cupcakes has NO CUSTOMER SERVICE! Today is my sweet little daughter's 4 month birthday. We have been celebrating with Georgetown Cupcakes each month as someone brought them to me in the hospital when she was born and they brought such happy memories for us. I didn't make it over there today with my little one because it was snowing and freezing so my husband called ahead from work, said he was racing over there in a taxi (from the hospital he had been working at for 14 hours today) and got there right at 9PM only for them to lock the doors and ignore him!!! He stood out in the cold and when one of the numerous workers still there came to the door at 9:05PM, they refused to sell him anything "since the register was closed". What kills me is that he showed them a picture of our little girl and they STILL SENT HIM AWAY to look for a taxi to head home empty-handed! I would have gone back tomorrow to pay for them! They could have even just given him one instead of wrapping up todays cupcakes to sell tomorrow and I still would have been sure to pay for it at a later date. I was also wrongly under the impression that they were made fresh daily but I guess not. Well, the monthly cupcake celebration with Georgetown Cupcakes is dead since they are heartless people and they don't deserve our business!!! I admit that their cupcakes taste good but so do many other cupcakes shops in the city that have decent customer service!
(1)A T.
I really wanted to love GT cupcakes but just couldn't. While they have a great selection of over 8 different cupcakes, they didn't amount to much. We sampled four different ones (red velvet; pumpkin; salty Carmel; and chocolate). All were dry and soo sugary. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't refuse a cupcake if presented with one, but I stand loyal to sprinkles.
(3)Vaia K.
I'm not a big cupcake person but I dream of Georgetown cupcakes. Red velvet and salted caramel flavors are a must try. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Alana C.
I really don't want to like these cupcakes, because I find the television show extremely irritating, but I have to throw my 4 stars behind them! The cupcake craze is huge everywhere and I've had many a cupcake between Toronto and Boston. Last time I was in Boston, I tried out Sweet. I found them far too sweet for my liking. Georgetown Cupcake provided a good balance. The cake was soft, fluffy and moist. The icing was not overly sickening, but still sweet enough. My only complaint, is that there wasn't more cake as opposed to icing. I'm more of a cake gal myself and could stand to scrape half the icing off. I was very happy with my cupcake and so was my mom. Will be back for sure!
(4)Jim R.
This place has gone downhill...over a cliff actually. The cupcakes are still good, but the management is incompetent. Last time we were there we got 2 dozen cupcakes and they would only give us one bag...that's right, they refused to give us a second bag! Tonight we went there and even though it was over an hour before closing time, they had only 2 cupcakes left. One was "vegan apple" and the other was "milk chocolate birthday". They're a cupcake shop and they run out of cupcakes? Sounds like poor management to me.
(1)Jeanny C.
I am not a cupcake person, but I will definitely have one or two from Georgetown Cupcakes! I have tried Crumbs and other recommending dessert places around NYC, it was too sweet for my taste and rather feels fattening after engulfing on their cupcakes, almost make you don't want to eat for the rest of the week. However, Georgetown cupcakes keep it light, moist, and just enough flavors! It is definitely ultra moist inside, the kind you experience from watching so many episodes of Cupcake Wars on the Food Network. Amazing! My favorite is the Lavender Earl Gray (the purple color ones). Loved Earl gray tea to begin with, but in a cupcake form equals awesomeness. You can smell and taste it in the cupcake. The designs of the cupcakes are so cute, almost makes you want to not eat it just so you can keep it around to look at it, but hey, take a photo, it lasts longer. Since it just opened in Boston, they have a line outside. But late mid-day they were out of most of the poplar choices. So be prepare to wait in line on a summer day, choose a couple of flavors you want to try just incase the one you really want runs out and enjoy the sweet things in life! Definitely worth trying it!
(5)Kevin K.
The cupcakes they serve are always fresh and tasty. However, they lack few staffs short or lack management, causing customers wait too long. There's only 1 staff that's making coffees and package the cupcakes at the same time, when there are several people lining at the door.
(4)Jamie P.
I ordered cupcakes for my cousin's Bridal Shower from here! They delivered them promptly and the cupcakes were amazing!!!! I ordered them wrapped in indiviual boxes and they were tied with a ribbon! Everyone loved them!!! The only reason that I give them a 4 instead of a 5, was the very first time I called, the lady wasn't helpful. She just said, order them online. A few days later, I spoke to a girl named Erica and she was extremely helpful and I was able to order over the phone with her!!
(4)Allison R.
I love Georgetown Cupcakes. Unlike other local cupcake joints they are moist and have about a million flavors. I'm gluten free and those cupcakes were delicious! The staff are great also.
(5)Kimberly B.
The smell of this place alone is enough to make your mouth water. The display of cupcakes as you walk in is absolutely breathtaking. After a lot of pondering we decided to get a half dozen for $16.50. We finally decided on chocolate coconut, salted caramel, chocolate peanut butter fudge, red velvet, cookies and cream and a chocolate birthday. I just ate the red velvet in the car as we're driving home. Absolutely amazing!! The frosting was out of this world and the little red heart just melts in your mouth. With the cupcakes priced at $3.00 each it is certainly not a spot I would stop by everyday, however for weekend vacationers like us it's a must have. I can't wait to try our other flavors and return in June for more. Yummy!
(5)Eva L.
love it love it love it. The salted caramel cupcake was AMAZING!~~~ Their cupcakes are not too sweet, which is great. Other than salted caramel, I also got lavender earl grey teacake, double chocolate birthday cake, vanilla, and coconut. The teacake is a brilliant idea. It looks pretty and was tasty.
(5)Graceypoo M.
My favorites: coconut cupcake (the best!!!!!) carrot cake any cupcake with lemon or orange. they're also so pretty to look at but even better to eat!
(4)Kim B.
cute place. not crazy pricy but i got the salted caramel cupcake. it was yum!
(4)A M.
They were all tasty...but I handled them with kid gloves. They were in the dozen box with the holders. When we opened they were almost all on their side...neatly? Idk if were put in this way.
(3)Chris S.
I have oddly never been to the Georgetown Cupcake that is in Georgetown. I happened upon this Georgetown Cupcake by accident and had no idea that they had expanded. As I was walking down Newbury, I noticed that there was no line at all for Georgetown Cupcake which is odd because the one in DC is always packed, I figured while this isn't the original place it was close enough so I might as well take advantage of the lack of people clamoring to try these cupcakes. I picked up a strawberry cupcake and while it was tasty and moist, I just don't get the hype. Yes it was a good cupcake but I'm not standing in a long line at anytime in the future to get one of their cupcakes. Nice cupcake shop with very friendly staff but it is just that a nice cupcake but far from spectacular or worth all the hype.
(3)Lisa P.
I stopped by here last Friday after work (around 4pm) and there was a line of about 50 people out the door! I decided to wait it out because I was in charge of bringing dessert to a friend's house and didn't have time to bake, so I took out my Kindle and was ready for a long wait. Fortunately, the cupcake shop is so efficient the whole experience didn't take longer than 15-20 minutes. A pleasant employee handed out menus to everyone in line outside and answered any questions. He monitored how many people were going in and out so as to avoid crowding in the store. Once in the shop, the line goes by the display case of beautiful cupcakes so by the time you get to the counter you know exactly what you'd like to order. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and the cupcakes were delicious (although just a little too much frosting for my taste). I recommend the Strawberry or Lemon as they informed me they get fresh fruit in every morning to make the cupcakes. I will definitely go back, although I will probably wait until the hype dies down a little..
(4)Anne W.
Just fair warning.. not a cupcake person but I can recognize good food. I was on Newbury Street and thought.. hey, there is that line for Georgetown cupcakes.. I wonder if it's really that good. I am not a person who likes overly sweet things.. I appreciate more fruit sweetness than sugary sweetness. But I do love chocolate. So seriously.. they are from Georgetown. So, the name makes sense. There is a line because of the fire hazard of having too many people in the shop. Don't worry.. it's only a five minute wait max. The shop is cute, modern, and clean... I went with the red velvet as that was recommended over their seasonal strawberry cupcake. I thought the fondant was actually quite good.. rich, sweet, but not overly so. The red velvet was moist but I didn't think tasted that good. Not that sweet... I think the fondant was the better part of the cupcake. So I think the cupcake did put me on a sugar high.. gave me a crash and made me overly tired. For $2.75... I dunno about that. Maybe I'll try Crumbs next but it seems overly sweet which is not my cup of tea either.
(3)Hayden H.
Best gluten free cupcakes you can get anywhere. Don't expect them to be cheap but definitely worth a try at least once.
(4)Alexandra N.
Every now and then, something comes along that shatters the way you see the world, and I am here today to tell you my story. There are hundreds of epic, tragic romances in our world: Romeo and Juliet, Tristan and Isolde, Bella and Edward, Kim and Kanye. I never understood it - what kind of power could convince someone to betray one's duty, one's family? Looking back, I am shocked at how naive I was. A child who didn't understand the power of true love. Everything changed in one moment, the moment I stepped into Georgetown Cupcake. I saw it there immediately, the Red Velvet cupcake, blending into a faceless crowd of chocolate and vanilla. I was instantly humbled, what was this feeling radiating from my bones? After a flustered moment, I paid $3 and received the cupcake, taking a moment to appreciate it's carefully structured shape. The icing on top, like a delicate cloud covering a deep, passionate red sponge cake like a silk sheet rests perfectly over two lovers. I was unprepared for what would come next. As I bit into this glorious dessert, I heard angels singing, and felt as though the world had stopped. The icing had faint hints of cream cheese and was as light as I had dreamed. The cake below was soft and smooth, like it's namesake. I was blown away. Like all tragic romances, mine had to end. I held back tears as I disposed of what was left of my love, an empty shell of a cupcake, made of paper. We weren't the same people we were before. It couldn't go on. A part of me will always be with that red velvet cupcake, and all good things must end. Georgetown Cupcake made me believe in love - made me understand love. It is truly a five star establishment.
(5)Ramona Q.
The cake part was mild and somewhat dry, easily overpowered by the frosting. It was enjoyable, but not worth the price and not any better than a homemade cupcake. I'm excited when Georgetown Cupcakes show up at a work function, but I would not go out of my way to purchase them.
(3)Dave K.
Ugh, I'm weak. I made a second visit in less than a week because I wanted to try some of Friday's cupcakes. Lava Fudge: So good. It has a fudge core that is very, very rich; I just wish there was more of it, even though that wouldn't really be possible given the small size of their cupcakes! Chocolate PB Chip: Jesus. Best one I've tried yet. We've already established that their peanut butter frosting is delicious, but in addition to that, this cupcake also has peanut butter chips IN it! So rich, and so good. My only disappointments with this place so far have been the cupcakes that feature chocolate ganache icing. It just doesn't compare to the buttercream or cream cheese frosting and is far too "light" for a lover of rich chocolate like me. For that reason, I found the Chocolate Hazelnut and Boston Creme to be pretty underwhelming, and wouldn't get them again. Alright, I think I'll distance myself from this place until July when I need to go back to try the Marble Brownie Fudge. Wait, July is in like a week... crap.
(4)Sally T.
Words could not explain how excited I was to hear that Georgetown Cupcakes was coming to Boston. I had seen their TV show before and was always curious to try thei cupcakes to see what all the hype was about. Luckily for me, I have a good friend from DC who had gone back for the weekend, I asked him to bring me back a Red Velvet Cupcake (their signature and most famous flavor) and HOLY EFFING goodness. Pure Perfection. Their cupcakes are super moist yet buttery and delicious. The cream cheese frosting is sweet (but not too sweet) and creamy. I had no problem scarfing mine down in no time. When they opened on Newbury, I visited and tried 4 other flavors (Lemon Blossom, Chocolate Hazelnut, Mocha and Cookies & Creme) also extremely delicious. Seriously, no description could portray how yummy and delicious these cupcakes are! Definitely a must try for all cupcake/sweet lovers and at $2.75/cupcake, you really have nothing to lose.
(5)Ayelet R.
The Red Velvet is kind of overrated. It's not bad by any means, but in a sea of Red Velvet Cupcakes it hardly stands out. The Chocolate Lava Cupcake, on the other hand, is where it's at and out of all the ones I've tried, by far the clear champion. Also, they won't sell cupcakes from the display - they were out of Coconut but still refused to give us one of the display ones. Still trying to figure out if they're that worried about their precious display or if they're all just fake... The rest of the cupcakes aren't all that amazing, but I would totally stand in line again for the Chocolate Lava.
(3)Chris Z.
Brings back [sweet] memories of DC! Good cupcakes, fun flavors, and really cute.. Can't really ask for more with cupcakes. Perfect for a birthday or celebration! I normally go for the chocolate squared or chocolate with vanilla icing, but the lemon and salted caramel are also good!
(4)Kathy Y.
Banana split cupcake!! Don't let this cupcake's Plain Jane looks deceive you. It is DEE-LICIOUS. I'm guessing that the frosting has a cream cheese base, but somehow it's made to taste like actual ice cream, especially with the thin caramel coating. I dislike frosting, but serious bravo to this one. The cake flavor is intensely banana, and the chocolate jelly filling (surprise!) complements the sweet fruitiness of the banana and the savory icing. As for the shop, it only has one round table. It's a quick grab-and-go location for busy shoppers. Line is long, but it moves quickly, so go for it!
(4)K. Brooke Z.
If you can-Avoid the 3:30 rush when everyone orders their specialty drinks. It is worth the wait though! The inside is pretty cramped, and the line can get unruly. However the cupcake selection is good, and always has seasonal picks which keep you on your toes. The prices are good, and fairly average for the area. The service has always been pleasant as well.
(4)Olivia B.
Great red velvet cupcake! Light but still filling. The cream cheese frosting is not overly sweet, and the cake didn't taste like food coloring, as red velvet cake tends to. The lemon cupcake was also good, but I was hoping for more of a lemon taste. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Gen R.
I literally ate 5 salted caramel cupcakes in one sitting. Enough said.
(5)Inês L.
The frosting on the vegan carrot cake cupcake is out. of. this. world.
(5)Tiffany C.
Overrated. I've had Sprinkles and Sweet cupcakes. I would say in comparison, Georgetown doesn't beat either. They're very hyped up as being the best cupcakes in DC and wherever else but in Boston, Sweet is #1 and much better by far. Sweet cupcakes have also won the best of Boston for many years. I find Georgetown cupcakes to be way too overly sweet. It just tastes like sugar dumped cupcakes. That and the lines are always lined up down the street/road. Not exactly sure why.... Especially as there's never any seating available inside or outside the store. And the employees aren't exactly the friendliest bunch in the world either. So three stars. I would only give Georgetown cupcakes 4 stars for presentation and large variety of selection. But for taste you guys get s 3 to 3.5, sorry!!
(3)Li S.
The cupcakes here are very light and fluffy, which I like! The frosting is also just as light and the flavors are so tasty! I usually get half a dozen with the chocolate birthday cake cupcake, strawberry, carrot cake, red velvet, and banana (if I go there on t he right day). There's usually a line so feed the meter for 1/2 hr if you want to pick some up. Then, you don't have to worry and rush. The staff is very friendly there too!
(5)April M.
Mmm mmm, good! If the Campbell's commercial hadn't already coined that little gem, my girls at Georgetown Cupcake would surely be able to swing it. I love these little blobs of sugar. See my review for the Georgetown Cupcake in NYC for my full reasoning on why. I sense a degree of animosity in many reviews that relates to the fact that these ladies have a halfway decent program on TLC and that it's the only reason to which they owe much of their success. I wholly beg to differ. On the contrary, I had no idea - no idea at all - that GC was the subject of a reality TV series. When I first visited the location in SoHo, I thought they were the cutest little independent cupcake shop! My second visit, there were flyers on the counter advertising their TV series. Hmph? They have a TV show? That's kinda cool. Moved on. My third visit, while waiting for my order, I had a nice chat with a tall, pretty brunette behind the counter about the weather - yes, the weather (it was raining and rather yucky out). Come to find out, she was one of the sisters. Had no idea. My point is that I loved their product and kept coming back because of that and nothing else. I loved their cupcakes and their cutesy concept because I loved IT. A TV show or trendiness or whatever had nothing to do with it. They DO make good cupcakes! They are beautiful. They are tidy. They are tasty. They are sweet. Their niche is certainly presentation (how pretty the cupcakes are!) and uniqueness - salted carmel, lavender earl grey, white chocolate raspberry...all off the beaten path of cupcake flavors. I would like to know how reviews would change if this really were a truly independent shop. People claim that if it weren't for the hype, they wouldn't last, but I think it's entirely the opposite. If GC was an independent local business - I think people would rave even louder about it! Anyways, the long lines do stink, can't argue there. But I believe once the hype dies down, it will certainly be better. The lack of seating does stink. But (1) it's a tiny shop on Newbury (always a wait anywhere!) and (2) you're a block away from The Commonwealth Avenue Mall or Copley Square! How about you walk off 1/5 of the cupcake you're about to devour by shuffling your butt to one of these beautiful, open air places to enjoy your cake uninterrupted? It's not about being in the shop anyways, right? It's about the CUPCAKE! Touché!
(4)Mizzez W.
How do you know a certain flavor is good at Georgetown? Answer: When you set a calendar reminder in your phone "2 weeks till Pumpkin Cheesecake@GT!" Last year I tried it for the first time. My eyes took in the beauty of the perfectly proportioned cheesecake and frosting. The richly colored pumpkin plumpness was beautifully decorated, I almost found it criminal to bite into it. But, I couldn't stop myself! The smell..oh...the smelll...it had me from the moment I opened the box. The freshness, the quality it filled the air. Then came the moment of truth...As I raised the handful of heaven to my mouth, I tried to play it cool as the passerbys on the street watched me in my car..but after that first bite....I fell into Homer Simpson mode...mmmmmm Pumpkin..mmmm..and I didn't care who saw me! It was GOOD! The graham crust, perfectly moist but still held together. The cheesecake was bursting with pumpkin flavor and was Better then even the cheesecake factory by far! But then, the frosting...my my my. It was the best compliment to the cheesecake, not to sweet or overpowering..simply perfect. The only thing that is bad about this flavor is it only last ONE MONTH?!?!? I found out the hard way last year, hence the calendar reminder and the empty space cleared out in my freezer this year
(5)G G.
I've only tried the mint chocolate chip cookie cupcake. It was not good. The cake was a very mild flavor and totally overpowered by the mint frosting.
(2)Ashley A.
Tried this place with my best friend. People were constantly walking in and out, so it wasn't hard to miss! Super busy and super packed! There was absolutely nowhere to sit. Basically, you would order, pick up and go. $2.75 for a cupcake which isn't so bad, but some would consider it a tad pricey for a cupcake. I had the Chocolate. The cake was moderate but the chocolate ganache was my personal favorite. We both agreed that it wasn't anything special and joked we could make equally (or better) cupcakes! Hahah. If you are a big fan of sweets, you should definitely give this place a go; but I didn't have an exceptional experience.
(2)Ana B.
I stopped by the famed georgetown cupcake excited to see what all the buzz is about, but I left a bit underwhelmed. My cupcake was on the small size considering the price, and the frosting was too rich- more like an actual piece of chocolate instead of frosting. I definitely enjoyed the cupcake but I think it is over-hyped.
(3)Meg M.
I have a major sweet tooth, in pretty much all possible ways. I like things that are really sweet, and I like things that are really cute. Georgetown Cupcake pretty much fulfills both these likes. I also love FREE, and if your timing is good, they can help you out there too. At one point when I was working in Boston I had about one of their cupcakes a week for a month or two (often one of the free secret flavors you can get by being a Facebook or twitter follower and one of the first 100 customers to order it by name), which means that over time I got to try several different ones. They raged between really good and super-amazing-awesome. For me, most crave-able are the key lime and salted triple caramel, which are both seasonal/limited flavors. The standard flavors are also worth a visit. These are what I would call 'normal sized' cupcakes, like the ones you might make at home, so they look sort of small compared the the portion-inflation megacupcakes some of the cupcake chains have. I'm fine with this personally, but to some people they might seem too small. As for the location, it's cute, stylish, and undeniably cramped, so unless it's nice enough for outside dining, plan to take your cakes and fancy tea/coffee drinks to go. The staff is really nice, and but sort of slow and forgetful. They all seem happy and upbeat, though, which probably indicates either that the companies treats employees well... or possibly an eternal sugar high. Beware that the sugar content is high, with great-tasting, light and creamy but very generously applied frosting, and the price is pretty high as well, although not really any more so than other bakeries and cafes in the same (high rent) area. This place is good enough that I actually miss it now that I've moved.
(4)Kara Z.
It was ok. I was so looking forward to going here and trying it for the first time, but only one of my cupcakes was good. The cookies in cream was very very good; however, my other three we didn't even completely finish. I was a bit disappointed since I loved watching their show and they got such great reviews. Maybe I just didn't order the right ones.
(3)R H.
Their specialty cupcakes are great, their basic flavors are OK. Their service, however, is totally lacking. As a customer walking in off the street, it's what you expect and there is usually a line out the door - that's all fine. However, I also do larger corporate orders and their staff seems that they couldn't care less usually. Maybe it's just their young, inexperienced staff, or maybe they don't hire the right attitudes. Either way, I always get an indifferent attitude and sub-par service if I actually get anyone to pick up the phone. No one follows up even if you say it three times and when you have to call back to actually make them do their jobs - you get someone who is not familiar with your order, can't answer your questions, and is clearly just annoyed that they got stuck doing their job helping you... I can't say I've ever received good customer service from this company.
(2)Juliet C.
I'm not a big cupcake person, but Georgetown Cupcake has been the one exception. There's always a line, but the line also moves at a good pace. I've tried peanut butter fudge, chocolate ganache, chocolate & vanilla, chocolate sundae, blueberry, carrot, lemon, and a couple of other flavors. My current favorites are carrot, peanut butter fudge, and lemon.
(4)Daniris B.
The cupcake are amazing ! But they charge for individual boxes! The location is so pretty and presentable.
(4)Marissa C.
Two stars for very inconsistent cupcakes and inconsistent customer service. I have been here four times and for three of those times I was given cupcakes that were very overbaked, and one time basically burnt. Of course, the frosting was always perfect, but really, it's a cupCAKE. The CAKE should also be perfect, or at least better than anything I could make at home, especially for $3. The one time that they weren't overbaked/burnt, however, the peanut butter fudge cupcake was AMAZING. I also really enjoyed the lemon berry. Chocolate squared was good, but very, very rich. Other flavors I have tried: key lime, mint cookies and cream, cookies and cream, red velvet, carrot, pumpkin, chocolate mint. The key lime was good, and the red velvet was fun, but the rest were unremarkable. I might try to recreate them at home, but I would not pay $3 again. If they sold their frosting, however, I would buy it in bulk (and gain 50 pounds).
(2)Erica D.
1,2,4,6,oh hell just eat all 12!!! I have not found a good cupcake in years even though it's the hottest trend around! Well Georgetown Cupcakes has fixed that! Oh crap... Now I'm in trouble:) These are soooooo good!! We ordered 3doz yesterday for a party and WOW! They were awesome. The key lime looked and smelled so nice and red velvet is red velvet but Oh the chocolate salted caramel, be still my heart! All it was missing was some salted toasted almonds! Hee hee hee... Thursday is the day for them. Each day of the week has a different "specials" list. It just so happened that yesterday was my BDay and although the party wasn't for me, I felt like those cupcakes were all mine. Kudos, GTC! See you soon, just don't tell my husband !
(5)Lily H.
Having a bad day? Get yourself a Georgetown Cupcake. Have a good day? Get yourself a Georgetown Cupcake. No matter what kind of day it is, these cupcakes brighten up my day! My first ever GC was from the Georgetown location and I was super delighted to find out that there was one opening down the street from me in Boston...a good thing, but also so bad at the same time! I've had a lot of the special flavors + red velvet and almost all are delicious. (Not a fan of the Boston Creme, although I can have a boston creme donut any day.) Generally, the cupcake itself is light, kinda fluffly, and the icing is not overly sweet although the icing is almost as tall as the cupcake itself. I've tried plenty of other cupcake shops where ever I travel and GC is my standard. So far it has not been beat. My favorites are the Lavender Earl Grey, Lemon Blossom, White Chocolate Raspberry, and the Lava Fudge.
(5)Sid A.
BEST CUPCAKE EVER! im not a frosting person but id eat their frosting anytime... must try chocolate3 & red velvet! The red velvet frosting is so good
(5)Jennifer N.
So it's normal to walk in with the plan to grab two cupcake snacks for the road, and leave with a half dozen, and eat them all in one day, right? I mean.. at least there are two of us. Georgetown is such a great Newbury addition. The cupcakes, while small, are very good! I think my favorite was the chocolate with vanlla - the buttercream frosting is just so good, and I am not even a frosting lover. We also had the birthday chocolate - but I think it's just the sprinkles that make it the birthday cupcake. I sorta wish it was funetti. But, maybe Georgetown is too fancy for that. I was expecting a long line for a Sunday, but it moved quick and the handy carrying case was perfect.
(4)Kacie M.
I've been to the original Georgetown Cupcake in DC and did not find it at all worth the wait. I knew that the Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street had opened, but I was unwilling to wait in line for their cupcakes again. But I passed by one slightly chilly day and there was no line, so I decided to pop in for a chocolate cupcake and a glass of milk. The cupcake tasted just like the ones in DC, but oddly enough I enjoyed it much more when I didn't have to wait 40 minutes in line for it. I have seen lines at this location and would not recommend trying to stop by on a warm weather weekend, but if there's no wait and you're in the mood for a cupcake, I would stop in. Unless, of course, the Kickass Cupcakes truck is parked on Boylston Street. Then you've got a significantly superior cupcake option just around the corner.
(3)Lesley D.
I just have to update this review now stating that my love of Georgetown Cupcake has only grown since 2012 because, lo and behold, I am glutenous again (what? Can that really happen?? Apparently it can...), so the beautiful, buttercream-frosted doors of opportunity have since been opened to me to try ANY FLAVOR I WANT *weeping in disbelief* and they are all so good. So so good. I've moved to Maine but every time business brings me to the Boston area I go get some to take home, and when I walk in the door with that pink cupcake box, my husband's face lights up like a Christmas tree. Best. Cupcakes. Ever. Glutenous or not.
(5)Liz T.
I'm not a fan of cupcakes but these are awesome! My friend and I thought we stumbled upon a hidden gem when we first tried these in Boston.. and later discovered that there's another location in SoHo too *facepalm. The decor of the place is cute, the cupcakes are so perfectly sculpted, and there's an open cupcake station in the back where you can watch bakers make the cupcakes. Minus 1 star for the super sweetness. The cream is a bit overwhelming towards the end because it's a bit heavy. One cupcake was enough for me.
(4)lella b.
Went twice: won't ever go back. The cupcakes are good but the customer service is a cross between the TSA and the day after Christmas returns. First time I went, I was the only person in the store. Service was ok. Ordered 2 cupcakes and a coffee. .50 to box the cupcakes. 2 words: business plan. Like I said, they were good, mildly irked over the charge to you know put them in a container that they wouldn't be damaged but whatever. Staff could care less, I wrote it off to 7pm on a week night. Fast forward to today. Needed gift for my boss. Walk in, there are 3 people in line with the line going towards the main display. As soon as I walk in, a line forms going the other way. Person taking order does nothing to correct what is bound to be obvious chaos in 3 people. She waits on the 2 people ahead of me, I get to the counter and she says oh, the line goes the other way. You need to go to the end. Excuse me? Back and forth, I point to the 2 people in front of me she served before the mass of people and she said well, they were going the wrong way too. Few things: a sign saying line starts here. More than one table. Not charging for a box. Nice counter staff. Look, my $30 isn't going to break your business. But I walked out today and won't go back. Too bad. The cupcakes are good, I just refuse to be treated rudely when the causation was the establishments lack of planning.
(1)Brett H.
Amazing cupcakes. I also ordered a hot chocolate which was ok but nothing special. The cupcakes is what its all about. I got in just in time as a huge group came in behind me to order. A must go though the line may be long depending on when you go.
(4)Angela M.
Ran out of gluten free cupcakes and wouldn't sell the one on display :( soooooo bummed
(1)Elaine A.
The place is adorable, and the display when you first walk in is magnificent, presenting you with every flavor being served that day. The customer service, however, is awful here. I waited a good long while while one of three employees rung up the woman in front of me. One of the other two chatted with a toddler while I stood there waiting, and the third staffer - wait for it - did absolutely nothing. So about three or four minutes later (wrangling the toddler and allowing her to choose all the cupcake flavors added to the wait time), I ordered. I waited another three or four minutes while they put my cupcakes in a box. Apparently one of the flavors was out, so the woman had to go out back to get one frosted for me. While I was waiting, the employee standing around was singing so atrociously that I almost left without any of the cupcakes at all. Singing should definitely be banned for employees. Especially since they had the radio going, and it was playing a lovely tune. They happily presented me with two cupcakes - not the three I ordered. So had to wait again for that to be fixed... The cupcakes were delicious! The cake IS FINALLY MOIST! FINALLY! I've been waiting for moist cupcakes to be served in Boston for years. The flavors were good. I ordered the English Christmas, which was a fruit-cake like cake with delicious cream cheese frosting. The red velvet was spot-on. And the third, a chocolate peppermint, was moist, and VERY minty (my fave!!), with gooey fudgy frosting and chipped candy-cane on top. Definitely satisfying. But they really need to work on their customer service. You don't stand around doing nothing while people wait in line. That's just unacceptable.
(2)Kristin S.
The cupcakes from Georgetown are alway so moist and tasty and topped with the yummiest frosting that has the perfect balance of sweet and creamy. My Favorite Flavors: Chocolate Coconut Lemon Blossom Salted Caramel Pumpkin Spice Strawberry Red Velvet (of course!)
(4)Ashley D.
The place is alright, and the price is typical considering they are on Newbury. Gotta pay that rent! I came in on a Saturday afternoon, overall the shop is cute white walls with pops of color and a good display. The staff was quiet and not too inviting, yet I ordered two cupcakes to try a gluten free chocolate cupcakes and a regular red velvet to share with a friend. We sat in the back at a circulat table which was a mess with spilt coffee that someone left behind. Apparently for a quiet shop they dont like to clean up a bit! The glutten free was a bit crumbly as expected and fine yet had a burnt chocolate taste to it. The red velvet was nice and moist yet had overly sweet frosting. I would only return again if I was asked to pop-in with friends. I would much rather go to Sweet, Crumb, Flour, etc.
(2)Sabrina M.
I'm someone who loves cupcakes. So I had to try these since they are all the rave in Boston. The store is cute and seems to always be busy which is a good thing. Its conveniently located near copley. They have plenty of flavors to choose from. I've tried about a dozen so far. At the moment pumpkin spice would have to be my favorite. I have to say overall Georgetown Cupcakes is nothing spectacular I've had better. Cute store front, nice packaging, conveniently located, but not the best.
(3)Natalie S.
I thought the cupcakes here were good! Lattes were good too. If you're in the area.. it's worth a visit.
(4)Steven P.
Oh, my lord. I've seen the line of people waiting for cupcakes and thought that they were crazy. But, no. There's a reason they're standing in line. I bought a six pack of them as a gift for somebody, but when the recipient didn't show up...I ate them (over the course of two days). Oh. MY. GOD. Like, really....oh, my god. That good.
(5)Alicia Y.
Yummy noises all around. GC has amazing selection and decent prices, at least according to cupcake standards these days (objectively, paying $2.75 for one cupcake is crazy, but I guess little drops of heaven don't come cheap). Everything I have tried from here has been quite tasty, too. I will say that if you are not a buttercream frosting fan then this is probably not your cupcake place since the majority of their treats are topped with such, but they do have some cream-cheese based frostings (like the coconut -- YUM), and their buttercream is indeed very good buttercream. However, unless you absolutely must eat gluten-free for medical reasons, then I would advise staying away from the gluten-free offerings (I'm sorry, but regardless of a baker's skill, a cupcake with no eggs or dairy is not going to taste like a real cupcake, end of story). One drawback: I came here for a friend's birthday outing on a very cold and windy day in March, and there was absolutely no place to sit inside; there are maybe two or three tables in the very small space, and they were all occupied and didn't look like they'd been cleaned up. It'd be nice if GC had better quarters for those who wish to enjoy their sugary treats inside!
(4)Stacee F.
This is my second time here. We ended up getting red velvet, cookies and cream, coconut and chocolate cupcakes. The taste was excellent but very dry and the frosting started to get crispy. Very disappointed because I was very satisfied the first time around. Fresh cupcakes are a must!
(3)Robert F.
i was lucky to spend the day with a friend and hit up some bakeries she has yet to sample... on our way to one place we stopped here and there were about 2 people in line and a handful of people at the scattered tables. I like the way their cupcakes are displayed, it allows you to really see all the flavors and not feel rushed or pressured to choose. This time around I limited myself to 2, and my friend had the vanilla chocolate... the cake was nice, moist without being wet and light crumb without falling apart; but, i am not a fan of the type of ganache frosting, too rich and dense for delicate cake. I brought home a: Pumpkin Spice: I enjoyed the cake because of the flavor, and also the moist cake that still held up after removing the cupcake paper. Plus, the frosting was well matched, too. Caramel Pecan/Praline Crunch: (?): This is one deceptively, decadent. The cake is a little delicate for all that goes into it, because as you peel off the cupcake paper some of the cake came off with it in chunks. There is A LOT of thick, rich caramel in the center - big, delicious surprise. Half of this would hit the spot, the whole cupcake is gilding the lily. I would have liked it more with a stronger cake, slightly less caramel in the center and a bit more salt to cut through the sweetness.
(4)Judith C.
In today's cupcake world, small layers of cake are topped with what seems like an equal amount of frosting. Georgetown Cupcake is no exception; however, what separates these cupcakes from others is that their cakes can easily stand on their own. It doesn't rely on frosting to cover up its mistakes (like dry cake), it only makes it better. Their cakes are moist and sweetened just enough so that the frosting isn't a sugar overload. They have a variety of flavors with special flavors made on certain days or certain months, and even a free super secret cupcake everyday. The flavor of the daily free cupcake is posted on their Twitter and FB page. You just need to be one of the first 100 people to order it. I've been to Georgetown Cupcake countless times as this location is conveniently close to my workplace. A couple of my favorite flavors are cookies & creme and salted caramel. I always see long lines on the weekends, but on weekdays, depending on the time of day, the lines are generally shorter.
(4)Alice C.
it's ok. my cupcake judging metric is solely based on the red velvet. if i like, cupcakes passes, if i don't like, cupcakes fail. did i like the red velvet at georgetown cupcake? no. however, please allow me to point out that the frosting and the cupcake itself actually doesn't feel like you're going to gain 20 lbs on your ass. no joke. i can attest to this too because i lugged 5 cupcakes from boston back to california and all the icing came tumbling down. i told my sister (an expert baker) about it and she said "they probably use less butter on the icing". well there you go. georgetown cupcakes, good to eat in boston, not good to travel with. sprinkles cupcakes still occupy my heart for cupcakes.
(3)Maria M.
I'm an addict. Must have one every time I find myself on Newbury St. Chocolate 3 cupcake, come to me!
(5)Kristen D.
Ehhh-the cupcakes are OK- but small for 2.75 a pop! I like that they are smaller so I don't feel as guilty about eating one, but the price is high for the size. I also hate how they charge .50 for a box! I think they charge enough for the cupcakes that they can throw in the box. Soimetimes, I need to transport it back on the T for the bf, and do not want to risk getting it crashed in the tiny plastic bag they put them in. Although, the staff is very nice, both times I said I didn't want to pay extra for a box (I had already swiped my debit card!) they gave me the box for free, which was nice!
(3)Yelpie G.
So we did another cupcake order, this time as a welcome for a new executive in the office. Well, I cannot say I'd order again from Georgetown Cupcakes unless specifically directed to. When the call to the store on Newbury Street was placed, I came in contact with an evidently "put upon" 20-something female who didn't sound like she wanted to take my order and had this weird need to let me know that very, very clearly. I take it she doesn't get the correlation between a customer's money, the company's success and her paycheck. Someone should explain slowly and simply to her that customers want to give you their money. In exchange, you should consider that being polite and helpful is part of the game. Easy enough, right? It should also be explained further that these same customers will be more than happy to go elsewhere and even spend more money at a cupcake shop that treats people like they want to be treated. The fact that the person on the other end of the phone at Georgetown Cupcake was having a tantrum or pms has no bearing on me as a customer. You as the salesperson aren't there to dump your attitude on me. Does that make any sense? When the cupcakes arrived, I noticed a definite store bought flavor to the frosting and the cake itself was drier than it normally is. Isn't that what they call a trifecta? Bad customer service, bad frosting and bad cake. Hmmmmm, can you guess where I'm not going to order cupcakes from next time?
(2)Arden B.
Best cupcakes in Boston. So happy the trendy chains are coming to Boston and we're not just stuck with Sweet (blech.) Anything with the dark chocolate frosting here is a must! I love the chocolate squared cupcake. And chocolate cubed isn't half bad either! They also have excellent red velvet, vanilla, birthday cake, and other seasonal flavors. My roomie/best friend is gluten intolerant, and struggles to find sweets that can compare to the real stuff. The gluten-free peanut butter lava cupcake is excellent! You wouldn't even know it's gluten-free, and it's something special and different. The only reason they don't get 5 stars is because of the lack of seating. There are two tiny tables up the stairs, and no outdoor seating (at least not after October...) Wish they'd work on that! Seems like there is enough space!
(4)Mason M.
Big chocolate cupcake fan here. Had the Chocolate 3 and thought the cupcake was nice and moist but a but small in size for the price. Good thing I got two. Place is kept nice and clean but not much room to sit and enjoy your cupcake.
(4)Julie R.
I LOVED these cupcakes! So delicious, homemade tasting and carefully decorated. When I review a cupcake place, I usually start with the basics..Vanilla, Chocolate, Red Velvet.. Vanilla: Outstanding, real vanilla bean taste, moist cake, not too sweet. Perfect butter-cream frosting Chocolate: Rich chocolate cake, real cocoa taste with fudge frosting. Red Velvet: The best I've ever had! Moist cake with a real red velvet flavor, not just the dyed color. Whipped cream cheese icing. These are the best cupcakes in Boston AND they are under $3 each.. Is the bedazzled Kitchen Aid for sale? I want that! :)
(5)Allison L.
lovely lookingï¼ taste even betterï¼ best cupake in Bostonï¼ have to wait in line to order everytime
(5)Molly K.
Georgetown Cupcake has been open for a few months now at its newest location on Newbury Street. The sister-run cupcake company was featured on TLC's DC's Cupcakes, so you may have seen their tasty treats around. Usually there is a line out the door at their Boston location, but this past weekend we rolled in right before closing and snuck in a cupcake before calling it a night. I went with the vanilla cupcake with chocolate ganache...no pictures because I ate it too fast...oops! The cupcake was moist and the ganache made it almost seem like a fudge fancy (my cookie weakness), so it was perfect in my mind. If you "like" Georgetown Cupcake on facebook, you will get updates for their daily secret free-cupcake giveaways, and also have the chance to be entered into their daily trivia question where you can win a dozen cupcakes...fo free! Good luck! Pictures and more on -- ----
(4)Cate M.
AMAZING! We ordered 14 dozen cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street as favors for our wedding. We had met in DC, and I've been going to Georgetown Cupcake since the very first week it was opened - long before any of you all ever heard of it! So it was the perfect gift to our guests. The staff were super friendly and easy to work with. We pre-ordered and sent them a digital image of our wedding logo - they did an amazing job putting our wedding logo onto little fondant toppers on each cupcake. And that was FREE! We also paid $0.50 per box to have the cupcakes put in individual boxes. It was amazing - my friend picked it all up, and they were pre-packaged in Georgetown Cupcake's signature pink boxes with black & white swirly sticker, with each little box having a very small note about which flavor it contained so our guests could choose their favorite. Overall, it was cheaper than wedding cake at $29 per dozen with $0.50 per box - a very affordable favor at $2.92 per cupcake! Our guests are still raving about it. Normally at a wedding about half (or more) favors are leftover - unfortunately, we only had about 5 cupcakes left, even though we bought nearly twice as many as the number of guests who attended! I guess that's a very happy problem, as it means I will just have to make the trek to Boston to get myself another dozen. Maybe for my one month anniversary? And my one year anniversary? I see myself coming up with lots of excuses to eat delicious Georgetown Cupcakes!
(5)Julia N.
I intern two buildings down from GC and am extremely excited for their opening for three reasons: - They also sell hot (and good) beverages like coffee - I can walk down Newbury Street engorging myself on a cupcake, which would remove my mind from realizing how few bags I'm carrying unlike the beautiful rich people with L&T/BB bags - Their cupcakes are pretty tasty, and are not muffins in disguise. I don't feel like googling it, but from the sounds of ravers, it's a chain cupcake store. Take that as you may. They have a secret cupcake code to get a free cupcake, but I'm not sure how long that'll last after their opening month. Everyone is friendly, but the retail hasn't kicked yet. But based off of how enthusiastic the greeter at the door was, I can imagine they won't have ostensible angry associates. GC picked a great location, but will clearly compete for businesses with cafes offering less sugary options. The Peanut Butter Lava Fudge was amazing. Even three days old, the frosting is in tip top shape. The caramel cupcake is great, and for 2 bucks a cupcake, I'd say those are fair prices. I'm used to larger ones costing around ~$3, but moderation is key! The downside to its location: extremely small. I hope the lines down Newbury Street do not last into the fall, or else I will have to mow down kids and the elderly. Edit--- I have now had every single cupcake that GT cupcakes make. I must say that on a casual stroll in day, you can never go wrong with either their red velvet or vanilla. If you're into chocolate, you have absolutely no other reason than to -only- get their ganache. Furthermore, the PB cupcake should really only be on your sassy days lessin' you go for whatever lava fudge they have. The best cupcake so far? If I were not a coconut lover, I would say the red velvet. I think it's their staple cupcake as well. The frosting is never gritty, always smooth, never too firm and the cake is always moist. Now, after attending this cupcake place much more than I should have (sugar withdrawals, maybe diabetes in my future), I would have to say that there should be absolutely no reason that there is a line outside. The cupcakes are -not- *that* great. Sure, limited space, but almost to Boston Common? Give me a break. And you also take photographs of your cupcake? COME ON, have you never had a cupcake? Ok, I might be drinking some haterade right now, but it's pretty obnoxious. Secondly, children should not be allowed to enter, and by that I mean anyone under 17. They dawdle and take up space only to confuse people to get the line moving at a decent pace. I'm super srs about my cupcakes man. Their iced tea could use some help.
(4)Michele G.
Good but not amazing. The maple was so much better than the Boston cream. Cute cupcakes with nice fondant decorations. Nice that they have a bathroom, but wish there were more than two tables inside. Maybe put a few outside?
(3)Stephanie H.
BEST gluten free cupcake I've ever had. I can't eat wheat so I've had to sacrifice a lot of pleasure over the years. I'm used to consuming dry cupcakes and desserts that just don't quite taste as good. But with Georgetown Cupcake, I was very surprised when I tried both of their gluten free cupcakes AND LOVED them both. I've had plenty of Sprinkles and Magnolia Bakery once upon a time in the past, but honestly these taste just as good if not better. So happy this place exists.
(5)Jessica C.
I first tried Gtown cupcakes in Georgetown, DC on a business trip. My friend Daphne was super excited to bring me cause she knew that I was kind of cupcake obsessed. However, I was not that impressed. Even though the line wrapped around the side of the cute little cobblestone bakery and I had a chance to meet the two Owner sisters--Katherine and Sophie, the wait was super long and the service wasn't really streamlined or quick. The cupcakes themselves were A-OK, some fun flavors but nothing out of this world. Note: I did like the SPARKLE fondant toppers, very pretty! The pink boxes and brown stickers were a plus too! A few years later.. my husband (of all people!!) tells me the GC is opening. I am pretty psyched cause I honestly don't like Sweet anymore and Cakeology is no good either. I basically get all my cupcakes delivered or picked up from NYC Sprinkles, Dallas Sprinkles, CA Sprinkles, CA Karas. I've only been to GC twice since opening and the first time was super annoying. They were taping another show and the cameras were panning everywhere. My friend Phoebe (super shy) and I were trying to dodge the cameras, but they were everywhere! As a result we were super self conscious and uncomfortable. We couldn't wait to get out of there. I also once again noticed that the way you order/pick up your cupcakes is not fluid at all!! The line moves through the front of the store and the waiting area is in the MIDDLE of the store, which causes a major bottleneck right in the middle of the store!! Especially since I'm super pregnant these days, imagine how annoying it is when people are walking and squeezing past each other. When it's crowded, it is super inconvenient when you are waiting for them to call your name with people squeezing past you. ugh! Anyhow onto the cupcakes.. recently I had the strawberry (pretty yum) salted caramel, choco ganache, red velvet, vanilla bday and toffee. I think the strawberry was the best and everything else cant really compare to sprinkles/karas. Also, the cupacakes are only 2.75 BUT they are quite a bit smaller. I also had the decaf iced coffee-- no good. I found it annoying that they ran out of their secret flavor on my second visit. The stupid part was not that they ran out actually, but the fact that they publicized running out!! now everyone knows about secret flavors and what the heck is the point of that?? And now if anyone reads my post up to this point.. the secret is out even MORE... Retarded!! All in all, I'm glad GC is on Newbury and easily accessible to me. I'm still interested in trying the earl grey lavender flavor too... However we need to step up the cupcake standard in Bos!!!!!
(3)Shacoria R.
The icing is amazing!!!!!!!!!! The cupcakes themselves are just regular cupcakes in my opinion. Usually I don't even like icing, but there is something very very special about the icing at this place. I have no idea what it is, but their icing is the best I have ever had. Be aware, that there is generally a long line at this place.
(4)Ronald S.
i guess i am tainted .. was under impressed in DC when i had them before they had a tv show and it just carried over. Watching the show makes me think even less of the cupcakes. Place was packed on a Saturday afternoon. I think some local bake shops are better. For Newbury street though they are surprisingly not over priced and ok quality.
(3)Danielle W.
Three strikes and you're out, Georgetown Cupcake. I tried Georgetown Cupcake twice when I was considering moving to DC. Both times the lines were out the door, and both times I encountered very rude employees and mediocre cupcakes. Small, dry, metallic tasting cupcakes. I tried it once to see what all the fuss was about and a second time to make sure I wasn't being hasty with my judgment. For all the hype they made in DC, I had expected better. That was two years ago. When I heard Georgetown Cupcakes was opening a shop on Newbury Street, I was wary, but decided to give them a try. I hoped they would be better than I remembered. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. It's still a huge hype for a cupcake I could have made myself. First, it's a very time space, but I can't hold that against them since many businesses have that same problem in Boston. But they layout makes no sense. The line was fairly long and they had someone saying people had to stand outside instead of inside even though there was room inside. Now, when a bar does this in an effort to look popular, I don't appreciate it. But a cupcake store pulling the same trick? I was annoyed before I even entered the store. There was a horde of children and teenagers inside just milling at the counter and neither of the two cashiers told them to move so I could order. She asked for my order while three people were in front of me gawking. But whatever, no big deal trying to reach around them to give her my money. Not difficult at all or anything. The service wasn't that great and all the cashiers looked super unhappy to be there, but I wanted to get in and out of there, so I can't complain too much. When I tried the cupcakes....well, let's just say it was reminiscent of the two times I had a cupcake in their DC location. Marble Brownie Fudge: Very dry vanilla and chocolate cupcake. It tasted a bit stale. The frosting was so sweet it hurt my teeth and it was more frosting than cupcake. I couldn't even finish it all because there was too much frosting. No idea why brownie is in the title since there was nothing brownie like about it. Red Velvet: Also dry and slightly metallic tasting. I know food dye gives negative side effects sometimes, but it's usually a bad sign if you can taste the food dye in the baked good. The frosting was decent, not to sweet and just the right amount of cream cheese flavoring. Salted Caramel: Very dry, weird tasting cake. It did not taste like caramel. Frosting was also unbearably sweet. The only thing in their favor is that the price isn't that bad. But I've tried them three different times over the course of a couple years and I've never once had a decent cupcake or good service. I don't think I'll be back any time soon.
(2)Wesley C.
I dont really like sweet food, but I can tell the cupcake here is really good.
(3)Lauren L.
I'm so sad that it took an out of town bakery to get some good cupcakes in Boston, but I'll take what I can get! The cake is nice and soft and flavorful and they have a good ration of cake:frosting. They also don't make the mistake that so many bakeries do; making their cupcakes cloyingly sweet. My personal faves are the Salted Caramel, the Blueberry Cheesecake, and the Vanilla Birthday Cake.
(5)Kelly A.
I have been sold on the Georgetown Cupcake hype. I happened to be in the neighborhood this morning right at opening time, so I figured I'd take advantage of the fact that there was no line. When I walked in, I was greeted by a very friendly little lady handing out flavor cards and explaining how it all worked: these are the flavors that are available each day, these are the specials of the day, and these are the seasonal offerings. There were lots of varieties from which to choose, and it was hard to make a decision. Ultimately, I decided to get a half dozen and went with the vanilla/chocolate, the chocolate/vanilla, the chocolate ganache, the coconut, the mocha, and the seasonal of the day, lavender earl grey tea. Aaaand I also happened to mention the super secret special of the day, so I got a cookies and cream cupcake as well. The cashier taking my order was very nice, though I was caught a little off guard by the fact that she wasn't the same person who was packing up my order. But I guess they have things down to a science there for a reason: to get through the long lines quickly. It was efficient, in any case. And the worker who was packing my cupcakes up? She was working so carefully! I've never seen cupcake shop workers take such meticulous care of cupcakes before. She was packing them ever-so-gently into the box, one by one, ensuring that they'd look just as pristine at my end destination as they did in the bakery case. This is a professional cupcake operation if I've ever seen one. The prices are reasonable too, considering great care clearly goes into every cupcake. It cost me $16 for my half-dozen cupcakes plus my secret freebie, and all my treats were packaged up quite nicely, making it very easy to travel with them. When I got home, I shared the wealth with the babysitter, who was ecstatic and later texted me to tell me that OMG that cupcake was amazing. We sampled a few this evening, so I got to try the coconut, the lavender, and the chocolate ganache. The coconut was really fantastic, and not too dense as coconut cupcakes can often be. The frosting was creamy and delicious. The lavender was really good too, though I didn't get much of the earl grey flavor (and my two-year-old daughter was a fan, which I think goes to show that it's not inaccessible to most palates). The chocolate ganache was the least interesting of the bunch, which isn't to say it was bad, but it just wasn't anything special. I will not knock off any stars for that, however, since the coconut and the lavender were so, so good. The mister was very happy with the mocha, and to get him to say anything positive about a cupcake is, well, difficult at best. So this was quite the compliment. Georgetown Cupcake is my new go-to spot in Boston for cupcakes. I wasn't overly thrilled with any of the previous cupcake options in the city before (Kickass never did much for me, Sweet was ok, Cupcakory was decent), so I would go out of my way to get to better cupcake options outside the city (see also: Cupcake Charlie's). But now I know that Georgetown Cupcake has arrived, and they're doing it better than everyone else, so there's no real need to look any further. I'm a convert.
(5)Courtney H.
For my bridal luncheon I had Georgetown make special fondant shapes for some cupcakes and they were so gorgeous!
(5)Kat M.
I would absolutely give it 4 stars if, one of the many times I've been here, they told me they "weren't serving drinks at this time". I work near and I could not believe that I waited in line and ordered 2 black ice coffees and was told they weren't taking drink orders. I didn't even order cupcakes....So I left empty handed.
(3)Samia O.
Cutesy, hyped, and packed, that was my first impression of Georgetown Cupcake. Tons of people working there, but they only have two tables... No, you silly, adding chairs to those two tables doesn't help, because when you have two chatty girls gossiping their time away, the other seats are reserved for their frikkin precious Gucci bags. Plus, you think they would wanna split a table? Too high of an expectation for Boston. What set them apart aren't really the daily usuals, but their specials. Lavender Earl Grey - a June special, wish it were one of the regulars tho! Just a hint of lavender in the icing, despite the purple color. But the earl grey cake, mmmmm. Yes it was subtle, but it was the right amount for my taste. Strawberry - a July special. Dang, this one is good too. The strawberry icing tasted like the strawberry ice cream from the biggle tri-flavored tub we used to get from Costco, so sweet and unhealthy but addictive. The vanilla cupcake had pieces of strawberries, only 3 bits tho. But it is one of the tastiest strawberry cupcakes I've tried indeed. All in all, their monthly specials suit my palate more than the regulars. They are indeed special compared to the usuals.
(3)Huong P.
I've only heard good things about Georgetown Cupcake from cupcake aficionados who say the cupcakes are *the* best. They are supposed to be not as dry as some other stores make them (ahem, Sweet) in the Boston area. Curious, I hurried down to Georgetown Cupcakes after my chocolate high at Burdick's over on Clarendon Street and could already see the line rushing out from the door and onto the streets (oh dear..). When we were inside, I noticed that they advertised their cupcakes two-fold--on the huge chalkboard listing out the currently available flavors with an additional assortment of drinks, and then a huge display of all of these cute ready-to-be-served little cupcakes stacked on bakery tiers. If you couldn't tell what you wanted, you could do what I did, which is to just stare at the cupcakes and see which one called out to you more. Instinctively, I chose one of the holiday treats, the Eggnog Chocolate and was not disappointed. My cousin and I bought a half dozen (two red velvets, one strawberry, one ganache, one eggnog, and the chocolate^2), which costed around $16 ($2.67/cupcake). We were pleasantly surprised by how good the frosting and the cupcake were together. Usually I tend to find either the frosting or the cupcake overpowers the other one but here the ratio of frosting and cake is just right (if not, they could just do away a little bit frosting...). The portion is also just right (you shouldn't have too much of a good thing right?) so you can savor it and look forward to the next time you come back. Good job Georgetown Cupcake. You're moderately priced for what cupcakes in Boston these days cost and you already have a fan base here so you will go far.
(4)Garrett Y.
Excellent cupcakes at a decent price. There is always a line when I go. I tend to get the chocolate flavored cupcakes. They are so moist! I got the lava fudge cupcake today, and boy was it good. The frosting was not as "dense" as Magnolia's but perhaps it was the heat and it melted a little. The frosting to cake ratio was about one-to-one, which is good for me! I've had other flavored before, and all have been great!!
(4)Sabrina P.
Maybe I'm spoiled because my mom is an amazing baker but I'm still waiting for a cupcake shop to blow me away and GTown missed on a few notes. Most importantly Red Velvet, now I'm the type of girl who hasn't met a Red Velvet I didn't like - until yesterday. It had an artificial/medicinal/chemical taste to it. Also when I took it out of the wrapper half of the bottom cake came off with it. It ended up looking like an upside down top. The cream cheese frosting was overpoweringly sweet. It was overall a pretty big letdown. The Lemon Berry was absolutely disgusting. I should have stayed away when I saw the neon pink frosting but I'm a sucker for lemon so I grabbed it. I couldn't even take a bite. So artificial. It tasted like I was eating household cleaner. The Lavender Earl Grey Tea on first bite was good but the second bite hit me with a wave of artificial flavor. I'm still not sold on it. However there were some cupcakes with redeeming qualities. -Hello amazingness in the form of a Carrot Cupcake! I am such a sucker for carrot cake in general but this cupcake was so moist and delicious it was one of the best carrot cupcakes I've had. I will definitely go back for that. It's upsetting they only have it on limited days. It should definitely be on the menu full time. -The Chocolate Hazelnut was amazing, cooked perfectly and a greet balance of sweetness. It wasn't too rich, which is why I usually shy away from chocolate cupcakes in general. -The Cherry Cheesecake (which was the hidden menu item cupcake) was amazing. I wish they had it on the menu full time. Just creamy and delicious. The other huge letdown was the service. I understand the first week of opening was probably crazy. But when I went there was no one there - no line. I even tried to joke with the girl at the counter but she just gave me a rude look. She wasn't friendly even after I told her it was my first time there. When I got my cupcakes I had ordered a half dozen and 1 additional one to eat when I got back to work. When I asked for a box for it as well I was told it cost an additional .50. Not that I'm being cheap but it would have been nice to know ahead of time. I had to go back and wait to give .50. The service was not friendly and seemed pretty disorganized. The layout is also pretty unpractical. Not sure why the menu is behind where you order but for a first time person going in and looking at all the cupcakes was pretty confusing. I'll give them another shot, but will definitely have to steer clear of a few cupcakes (including my usual favorite red velvet). Also most of the cupcakes I like are limited - so I can only go on certain days. I'll still take them over Sweet any day, but am definitely still waiting for a great cupcake spot to hit the Back Bay.
(3)Alexandra M.
Just noticed a weird typo in my last update.... Staff seemed happier, still a line out the door, but the cupcakes were a huge improvement to me. I bake a lot, and if I get a cupcake that I know I can make a better one at home, I'm very disappointed. Now they're better. Maybe I've gotten worse at backing...but less likely than their cupcakes getting better.
(4)April K.
I don't know how this place always makes their cupcakes so perfect, but they somehow do. Each cupcake has the perfect amount of frosting on them, and the flavors are on point. Cake is moist, and the entire thing is light and fluffy. The cupcakes here differ from the ones at other cupcake shops. Other places sometimes have frosting that is too sweet and hard. Not here!
(5)Amanda B.
Before Georgetown Cupcakes opened, I was completely unaware of the reality show and general hoopla surrounding its existence. Now I can see why people are going gaga over this place - the cupcakes are actually delicious. This is coming from somebody who will take almost any dessert offering over a cake-type dessert. My coworker and I like to go a few mornings a week to pick up the Super Secret cupcake and the staff there are so incredibly nice and upbeat. They also package up the cupcake nicely, even if you're just buying a couple. Sometimes we'll get extra cupcakes or a coffee drink, and sometimes we'll just go in for the free one, but nobody has ever given us a look (you know what I'm talking about) that says "Oh, you people again. The ones who always get the freaking free cupcake." We've posted their menu on our office supply cabinet so we know what is available each day of the week with their rotating menu. We got the whole office to start going there :) The flavors are inventive with options such as earl grey lavender, salted caramel, and cookies and cream. However, they still have standard flavors that are also delicious for those who are not looking for a cupcake adventure. I also discovered this week that they have amazing coffee drinks. My favorite is the iced caramel latte...liquid candy is the only way I can describe it. How they manage to make a drink that delicious when I ask for skim milk is beyond my comprehension. Love it! Aside from the offerings, I love the space, which has huge windows and is clean and bright. There's a couple of little tables if you want to sit and enjoy your cupcake there. This week they made a cupcake that looked like a hamburger and packaged it up in a little box with red checkered tissue paper. I think that really says it all.
(5)Kanitta C.
Cute cake and yummy!!! Every time I give this cake to my friends , they love it. Even though person who doesn't like desert , he admits this cake is amazing. I decrease 1 star because of wait. Newbury st is alway hard to fine a parking. I want to go to this place more often but give up the line. Just wish they open another store in Cambridge. Not too sweet, good price and cute design. A MUST TRY!!!!
(4)Griffith G.
So I have now gone to Georgetown Cupcakes three times over the past few weeks. My first trip was a little disappointing because I'm constantly in search for the perfect cookies and cream cupcake and GT's version was just a bit to sweet for me... However, the chocolate cupcake I had on my first trip was pretty tasty, ( and yes I had two on my first visit... please don't judge) Second visit I tried the strawberry cupcake. I'm a chocolate lover, but this was near cupcake perfection! YUMMY Fresh strawberry flavor, moist cake, not to sweet... wow! Third visit, Banana split cupcake and peanut butter swirl cupcake... cupcake love. The Banana split had an amazing chocolate ganache surprise in the middle. The banana flavor was real banana, and moist and fantastic. The peanut butter cupcake was also delicious, but should come with a warning... "PB cupcakes should be consumed with a glass of cold milk." I was skeptical of this chain cupcake boutique but I'm sold. BTW, I found the perfect cookies and cream cupcake, but it's in Cincinnati... : (
(4)Alexis C.
I'm not a huge cupcake fan, but I dragged my butt here because it was new and I was willing to bet it would be adorable. Yes, it certainly is adorable. Don't go if you're hungry because you'll hold up the line debating whether you should order three or six cupcakes. The menu was overwhelming. Why are there superscripts on some of the items? At first I thought they were exponents. But don't let me make it sound like that's a bad thing--there's just a LOT of different types of cupcakes, some of which sound very similar. After debating between six nearly identical sounding variations of chocolate and vanilla, I found myself edged to the front of the queue and, panicked, blurted out, "One red velvet cake, please." The frosting was very decadent and rich, but also delicious, and the cake was pretty good, although not the best. The cupcakes come in a pretty pink box with a sticker. There isn't much seating, either, but that's because so much real estate is devoted to cupcakery. They also sell branded merchandise, which I noticed out of the corner of my eye but did not look at carefully. P.S. I think Sweet is more adorable in terms of decor, but Georgetown Cupcake has better looking cupcakes. And, I think Georgetown Cupcake has better tasting cupcakes, at least for red velvet vs. red velvet, and they're bigger.
(4)Alex H.
Had to try these tasty cupcakes while visiting a friend a Boston. Let me say I do not regret it one bit, especially since they have gluten free options! It is very hard for me to find gluten free desserts that aren't extremely dry and tasteless, and georgetown was anything but. My chocolate strawberry cupcake was full of flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. For those of you who are gluten free, they are very aware of allergies and even offered to put my cupcake in a separate box.
(4)Claire W.
So glad I finally got to try this place! They opened shortly after I moved out of the area. I am a sweets lover and Georgetown Cupcake gets my stamp of approval. I tried the cookies and cream cupcake and it was soft, tasted true to the name, and the frosting was fluffy as well (not thick like some cupcakes with a mound of frosting on top aka Sweet). Overall a very tasty cupcake, but I don't feel like it's special enough for me to pay $3.25 per cupcake; I demolished it in 4 bites, like 20 seconds. There may be a short line. You can eat at the 2-3 tables in the shop. Restroom in the back. Crumbs is still my #1 fav cupcake shop.
(4)Diana N.
If you ever go to Boston, you GOT to stop by this place. I am not a bog cupcake fan, but this place exceeded my expectations... thinking about it now! Diana
(5)Mark H.
Truly Lousy. I have watched these girls on TV long before this store opened. This is their only location that I've visited. The cupcakes are TINY and the taste was truly awful. I had a chocolate with vanilla frosting, and it was sour tasting. How do you screw up buttercream? My friend had their Boston creme cupcake and hated it. Cute store, friendly staff, nice marketing, but probably the worst cupcakes on earth.
(1)Lisa A.
WOW just wow! These cupcakes are hands down the best I've ever had. I was eating breakfast next to this spot and the lady next to me told me they give out free cupcakes every day? Yes you heard me right, FREE cupcakes. If her info is correct, the first 200 people have to say the cupcake of the day or something like that and get a free one. We went over there and sure enough, my BF and I got two free what tasted like banana cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. It was our favorite! We also ordered the mocha fudge and vanilla w/chocolate frosting. Those were both yummy as well but the sample one they gave us was definitely the best. I agree with other reviews, the cupcakes don't transport well, but licking frosting off the side of the box was still tasty. I deducted one star because their customer service could use some work. I saw some sass and an eye roll or two while I was there. Still, best cupcakes ever!
(4)Theo T.
Great location and super efficient. The space is small but it works and I love a high ceiling. Service could have been friendlier and less engaged in personal conversation but they were still quick! I didn't see a menu anywhere.... I might have ordered us drinks with our cupcakes to go but that's ok, I get to go home with a few extra bucks in my pocket. Presentation was great, and the cupcakes are tasty, fluffy and light!
(3)Angela L.
Favorite cupcake: lavender earl grey cupcake!!! And perfect because it's just in time for the month of May for my birthday! I always forget what the cupcakes taste like until I bite into them and I remember how perfectly soft and scrumptious they are!!! And the frosting is so amazing. I haven't gotten a chance to grab a free cupcake from them yet, but try if you can go early!! Look up their secret free cupcake the day of and be the first 100 to go! The place is constantly busy so don't be surprised when the line is out the door. Location is perfect, right on Newbury street, so everyone will want to go.. From tourists to locals.
(4)Tiffany E.
A little too much cream for me but the cupcakes are so yummy! The store is also very clean and the employees are super friendly. I tried the Red Velvet and the Lemonberry. Red velvet is always a classic and when I got it, it even gave with a little American Flag sprinkle! Lemonberry was my bf's and it came with a lemon gummy on top. He really liked it! It was light with a slight sour lemon flavor. Georgetown never disappoints and I only wish I had easier access to it. Compared to Sprinkles, it's not TOO different in my opinion except for the fact that Sprinkles has a harder, thicker cream as opposed to Georgetown's which is fluffier. Lots of choices at this location and they even have a big menu so you can see what you want while waiting in line.
(4)Ada C.
So glad I decided to stop in while wandering down Newbury St. The buttercream frosting is so good. I had the red velvet and my brother ordered the chocolate with vanilla. The cupcakes were soft and moist. Staff is really friendly. Great location.
(5)M H.
Before going to GC for the first time, I thought... I make pretty good cupcakes. I mean, there's not difference in cupcakes. I'm not paying someone else to make me a cupcake when I make a pretty mean cupcake. But my niece (the incredible Ashley Ginns) drug us all there and I ate one. Oh my. Apparently there IS a difference!! Now it's my life mission to try to mirror this taste at home. The beautiful decoration on each cake are only outdone by their taste. Fan for life!
(4)Heather P.
I LOVE CUPCAKES! These cupcakes are my favorite! I am notoriously searching for cupcake shops on all our adventures which actually makes my family crazy...seriously, it's an obsession that has brought moans of agony from my children. My family of four was touring Boston earlier this summer and on the very last day at 8:45 pm right before closing, we happened on our first cupcake shop for that week (we'd eaten our share of cannoli's at Mike's Pastry). These cupcakes are PERFECT! They are moist, not too sweet, and just the right size (yes, I've become Goldilocks). I was thrilled to find out there is a branch in Atlanta, Ga. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Ania P.
Omg! These cupcakes! Real life deliciousness!! For all tastes and moods! $3 per cupcake.
(5)Kevin J.
We came at noon on Saturday and were able to get the flavor of the day! It was called chocolate sunshine and it was sunny indeed. Don't miss out!
(5)Tan Q.
Cons: 1. there are days when their board of flavours is nothig but chocolate, vanilla and red velvet variations. 2. All of them boring. Lines are quite long with tourists befuddled over 'box of 4' vs 4 boxes'. (roll eyes). 3.You can't sit and lick a cupcake to death in there 4. I can't even fathom this place at peak traffic in the snow or rain. 5. When this place doesnt cut it the only other cupcake fix is across the g-d river in F'n Harvard Sq (Crema). Pros: 1. Some days you get eclectic cups like earl grey flavoured frosting on a pistachio base. It will make you re-evaluate the whole cupcake scene.
(3)Gigi L.
Georgetown cupcakes has the top 5 best red velvet of all the cupcakeries I've ever tried. I love their cake! It has the best texture and flavor. As for the other flavors.. It's just meh for me.
(4)Laetitia V.
The shop looks friendly from the outside and oncec inside you jump in a girly shop of cakes! I like that ! you'll find a large choice of cupcakes, some classical and some more original. I can't remember which one I had but it's was delicious and not so expensive. Go try it !
(5)Kelly R.
My sweet and wonderful friend just showed up at my door with my first ever Georgetown Cupcake, and I'm DYING. I had the salted caramel. Perfect frosting:cake ratio, yummy, fluffy frosting, and delicious, moist cake. Without a question, this was the best cupcake I've tried in Boston. In sum: I LOVE CUPCAKES, AND I LOVE FRIENDS. If you haven't already, treat yoself to a Georgetown cupcake ASAP.
(5)Pamela Y.
My family and I are a fan of Georgetown Cupcake. The kids just love them! I took my friend here to get a Birthday Cupcake this past Saturday afternoon. The store was incredibly busy but the line moved relatively quickly. I got each of us a cupcake and a soda with 6 to take home for my kids. It took me a few minutes to decide on the cupcakes to go but I was not rushed. I like how the girls are still very friendly even though they must be exhausted with the constant stream of people. Not many stores have friendly employees under those conditions. I like how they show you your cupcakes in the box to make sure you are satisfied before closing the box and bagging them for you. Not all places do that. The only downside is that the store has pretty much zero seating. There is a table in the back by the bathroom and one in the very front by the windows. Luckily, we grabbed a seat in front with a charming mother and daughter who biked over from Charlestown. The cupcakes were yummy, as usual. Georgetown is still our capcakery of choice!
(4)Quanzhi G.
My working place is only a minute walk from here, and everyday it is very generous of them to have 100 free cupcakes at 10am...Sometimes I went to pick up one for some sugar rush, but after barely a week, I grew tired of the cloyingly sweet cupcakes...I especially hate the birthday kind, because they are just too sweet and too creamy, not the fresh cream (freshly made from milk like those bakeries I tried in Singapore), but the very fattening cream, plus the cake base that is ordinary and overdosed with sugar. However, to be appreciative, I bought the german chocolate and it is not bad with the coconut sprinkle (but the cream is just so disappointing all the time), the more lava-like chocolate hidden beneath the topping. Free things are never as good, as experience tells... Overall, it is not just my thing and I will never spend money on it again...
(3)Sarah M.
Oh yes! I have very high expectation for cakes, and Georgetown Cupcakes exceeded my expectations. The cake itself has a fine, light texture, with no denseness or tunnels. The frosting is very sweet but smooth throughout and punctuated with flavor. I do have to say, nonetheless, the cupcakes are relatively small compared to other well know bakeries here in Boston (like Sweet Bakery). But less guilt, eh? I bought 3 cupcakes--the salted caramel, key lime, and coconut. I tried the salted caramel and yes, it hit the spot. The salted caramel flavor is evident throughout the frosting and cake. Perfectly complements a cup of coffee. Service: The staff running the cash register and barista were very efficient and respectful. I had order a decaf coffee, which they didn't have in the percolator at the time, but in under 5 minutes, brewed a decent coffee for me. Seating: The lack of seating is the reason, I'm giving this 4 instead of 5 stars. In the back, there is 1 round table with 5 chairs, and a rectangular table seating 3 near the restroom. We were a little put off by the lack of seating where we could enjoy our sweets. Price: $3/cupcake. Coffee/teas--$2.50+
(4)Harry H.
Went with the PB banana daily freebies and they were generous with frosting.
(5)Jon S.
The cupcakes aren't gigantic! I know they're not the only ones to do it, but its always refreshing to eat a regular sized cupcake. The cupcakes are great. Very tasty, very moist, and not too sweet. There was a good ratio of frosting to cake, which is always important. Theres nothing worse than a dry cake with 2 lbs of frosting on top. The worst part about the cupcake is the experience. There's a line out the door. Granted, the line moves fast, but its still a pain. The boxes they give you are have little cupcake cupholders, so they are travel friendly. Take the cupcakes down to the Public Garden and enjoy them there -- theres not much seating in the store.
(4)Stephanie M.
This is my favorite place in the city for cupcakes...simply delicious! I came in with no hopes as I've been to many highly touted cupcake bakeries only to be disappointed. I had all of my expectations exceeded at Georgetown. I was greeted by a lovely woman at the counter after a few minutes wait (went in around 2:30 on a Tuesday) She was patient and cheerful. After a few more minutes another very cheerful woman offered me a bag for my cupcakes and wished me a good day. I took home my treasures, and waited patiently for dessert. Although I will say my cupcakes did not travel well and were a little worse for the wear, they were revocable and we enjoyed them greatly. On night one we had the Peanut Butter Chocolate and the Salted Caramel. Both were delicious...the cake was moist & fluffy, the frosting smooth and sweet. On night two we had milk chocolate birthday cake and cookies and cream. After a night in the fridge and a brief stint on the counter to warm up I am happy to report the cake was still moist and soft and the frosting did not get hard. Georgetown is my favorite cupcake bakery in the city...I wish I were closer to enjoy them more frequently but maybe it's a good thing for my waistline that I don't!
(4)Yeajin L.
I recently went in and got myself lavender earl grey cupcake, and it is one of the best cupcakes I have ever tried. It is unique, not too sweet, and flavorful. I loved every bite of it. Other days, I usually get the lemon ones, which you should get if you like lemon pastries. I wish there were more seating at this place, but it is on Newbury St.
(4)Tanya C.
I came in to get one cupcake to eat at the coffee shop next door. The sitting area in this cupcake place was really lacking so eating there wasn't an option. I order at the front (a chocolate cupcake with a little flower) and went to pay. I wasn't given a box, just a cupcake and an amount to pay. No greeting, not smiles nothing. The cupcake itself was okay. Nothing to write home about.
(3)Pushkar M.
Started my one day in boston with cupcakes from this store on a recommendation and it was an amazing experience. I had the red velvet and the salted caramel cupcake and both of them very great. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and would go back if I am around one of their stores.
(5)Brad P.
Believe the hype. Imagine this - What if 1998 Godzilla was really good? Wouldn't that have made you happy? Wouldn't that have shaped you during some important years and made you a better person? Do you remember how much that movie was hyped? Everyone though it was going to be awesome. CGI had finally made it to a point where we believed that dinosaurs could be realistically created on a big screen. We were finally going to get the Godzilla that we'd dreamed of - no more rubber suit man knocking over buildings. No more shoddy camera work and cheaply-made miniatures. We were going to have it all. Unfortunately, Roland Emmerich botched the whole thing and ruined me. So I guess what I'm saying is that Georgetown Cupcake made me feel the opposite of what Ferris Bueller and Roland Emmerich made me feel all those years ago. The cupcakes are flawless. I am partial to the salted caramel flavor over the others. I apologize for making most of this review about Godzilla.
(5)Emily W.
If coming here 4 days in a row, 6 times in 1 week doesn't explain my addition to this place...then I'm not sure what will. If you're ever stuck in a mind boggling decision on what cupcake to get...get the Red Velvet. I swear they add addiction and perfection as 2 of the ingredients. Its just SO GOOD. My sister who hates sweets even finished one cupcake by herself. They work fast, clean, and in an organized manner here. They also give out these adorable boxes to contain the cupcakes. Which, by the way, doesn't come in singles but they offer it for $0.50. Flavors: 1.) Red Velvet- 7/5- The most majestic, holy cupcake I've ever consumed. 2.) Sakura Cherry- 4/5- Good but kind of thrown off with the cherry in the middle 3.) Strawberry- 3/5- Couldn't really taste the strawberry but sweet and yummy^^ 4.) Chocolate Ganache- 3/5- the chocolate was heavenly. A bit heavy but still good nonetheless. 5.) Coconut Chocolate- 2.5/5 I love coconut anything but I didn't really taste the coconut? It's basically chocolate with coconut shreds on the top 6.) Salted Caramel- 4.5/5 GOOD. OMG *_* the salted caramel in the middle is just GOOD 7.) Mocha- 4/5 surprisingly tasty. I love the slight taste of mocha mixed with the rest of the cocoa/chocolate flavor They also have mini menus of daily flavors so make sure to get one :)
(5)Zack P.
The cupcakes here are amazing! I always stop by here when go to Newberry Street. Most of the time, regardless of the day or time, the line extends outside the door of the store. That is just how popular this place is. The decor of the inside is very cutesy and petite. The cupcakes are all on display for the customers to see, but they don't use those cupcakes. They have cupcakes on trays in the back that they use. I always get the red velvet cupcake. It is by far the best cupcake I have ever had. The key is to eat the same amount of icing and bread at the same time because the icing is pretty sweet, even though it is cream cheese on the red veltvet cupcake. Or else, you will suffer from consuming too much sweetness. There are other cupcake flavors but I do not get them. Almost everyone buys their cupcakes and gets them togo. No one really eats their cupckaes inside because they take them home. The togo boxes are cute pastel pink boxes that are specifically designed for the cupcakes.
(4)Eri E.
I like the selection of cupcakes. There's always something new almost every day, every season. Prices for cupcakes are fairly decent. The only issue I have with GC is that there's not a lot of seating available. It's more of a stop-by type of place if you're doing shopping around Newbury Street. Great selection - check out the website / social media to see what's in season. I highly recommend the chocolate3 for chocolate lovers out there!
(4)Remie M.
I came here in July. The service and selection was great. My bf was excited they have a location in Boston, on Newbury street to be exact. Apparently, this is the Sprinkles of the east coast. We ordered the red velvet and the sea salt caramel. Both very moist and fluffy. Something about it, it didn't sit well. I don't know what it was. But maybe I'm spoiled I used to live down the street from Sprinkles cupcake and sprinkles ice cream. I will give it a second chance since the atmosphere and staff were great!
(3)Jessica N.
I went to this location and are the vegan carrot cupcake. It was just okay. The cake itself was little on the dense side and the frosting was wayyyyyyy too sweet. I think the non vegan ones were possibly a little more balanced in texture and taste.
(3)Nicole T.
any openly vegan friendly place is an A+ in my book. i was with my boyfriend walking around boston and spotted this place - never heard of it, but it looked super cute. i spotted the menu from the window, big letters at the bottom of the menu "VEGAN CARROT" under their flavors. of course i had to have one. upon ordering, i was asked twice if i was vegan. i said yes, and they went out of their way to make sure my cupcake didn't cross contaminate with my boyfriend's chocolate vanilla (non-vegan) cupcake. they take this stuff seriously - so impressive!! the cupcake itself was incredible. super thick, not sickeningly sweet "cream cheese" frosting. the cake itself was the best part - NOT oily AT ALL, but incredibly moist. CHUNKS of carrot! amazing!!! my boyfriend loved his too!! i hope we find ourselves in the neighborhood again so i can have another! thanks for the vegan options!!!!!
(5)Anna A.
Fun and cute place, Took the kiddies, Got a dozen as we strolled down newbury street.
(5)Michelle G.
I used to watch the show so when I found out there was a bakery in Boston I was excited to try them. When we arrived there was no line and we walked right in. They had a great selection of flavor. My husband and I decided on red velvet and my son got pumpkin cheesecake. My husband and I quickly decided that these were the most delicious red velvet cupcakes we had ever tasted. My son had a taste of mine and agreed that it was great. He wasn't completely in love with his cupcake but said it was good. Definitely worth a quick stop if you are in the area to get a quick sugar rush!
(5)K Tanna K.
It's all in the frosting. I could eat that all by itself. So delicious. Love the frosting on the red velvet. And so does my daughter. It's her absolute favorite, even the little heart on top.
(5)Abby A.
I ordered the mocha fudge cupcake and it is a mouthful of creamy, delicious, and flavorful cupcake! The inside has a fudge filling and the top has an espresso bean. I want to try the red velvet flavor next! The line looks really long but it moves quickly. The only reason for the 4-stars is because they couldn't make any of the hot drinks when I came. I think the machines were down.
(4)Young P.
I don't usually like sweet stuff but this place totally blew me away. My fiance was craving cupcakes so we decided to give this place a try upon hearing good reviews. I initally wanted to take her to sweets which was only a few blocks down from Georgetown. But we wanted to try something new so ended up coming here. We ordered the vanilla&chocolate, red velevet, toffee crunch, double chocolate, and other flavors that I cant remember at the moment. One bite of red velvet was enough to convert me into a believer. My goodness. The frosting was out of this world. So powerful yet gentle. It was sweet but just enough. It also had a hint of cream cheese that really well complemented the whole experience. The cake part was also super duper soft and moist. I gave 4 stars only because it was kind of expensive but I can honestly say every dollar was worth it. Next time you go, I highly recommend getting more than one because I know for a fact you are gonna crave for another one...and another...and another....
(4)Christine G.
Got a dozen for my sister and her roommates as a Goodbye gift and Thank you. My sister insisted on me taking some back for Mo as well so I randomly picked 4 that I thought he would like and left the ones I know Stephanie will. Anyways... Decor: Clean, Open, Simple. Service: Friendly but BOTH employees where attending the same 1 customer who was only getting 1 cupcake... while there were 3 others waiting as well as myself. I didn't mind this too much since I was browsing the flavors that they had left. However it definitely seemed unnecessary. The Goods: My sister and her roommates raved about them. They all had never been to Georgetown Cupcake so I am glad they enjoyed them and got to experience something new. The cupcakes Mo and me had were Lemon Blossom, Chocolate Squared, Peanut Butter Fudge, and either Caramel Apple or Caramel Cheesecake? Memory is failing me. But all the cupcakes were moist and had their distinct flavor but nothing overwhelming and the sweetness of all the frostings were on point and fluffy. So hey! know we know that Georgetown Cupcakes can hold up a 3,000 mile trip from East to West Coast! :D Overall: Would definitely go back when in the area and now my sister and her friends have a go to cupcake place. ***Tip:You can also pre-order online! To guaruntee you get the flavors you want b/c by the end of the day they are nearly sold out!***
(4)Shir L.
Customer service was terrible. Not to mention there's always a long line, which would've been worth it if the girl behind the counter wasn't so rude. The taste and texture is consistent BUT the cupcakes itself shrunk in size and the price did not =(
(1)Hazel Y.
It seems that right before closing time they run out of cupcakes... Ive never experienced this before but today i went at 8:05 which was an hour before the closing time at 9pm but they were all out on cupcakes... With that said they have the best red velvet cupcakes. I also recommend the coconut and the chocolate lava cupcake ergo the 5 stars
(5)Natasha M.
So glad this is kind of a trek for me, otherwise I'd be in here way too often. I've had the cookies and cream and red velvet cupcakes, SO GOOD! The cake is moist and the frosting just right. Only downside is that if you buy your cupcakes later in the day, the frosting is kind of hard, so is the cake along the edges, so go in the morning! Not sure why people are complaining about seating. You're on Newbury Street! Take your cupcake and go for a walk :)
(4)Lindsey M.
I am so happy that I work close by to try these cupcakes out! Every time I go into the shop, all of the staff are so friendly and attentive. They are a cup cake production line! The cupcakes are a perfect size, not dry and have the right amount of icing. The flavors are rich and they have wonderful daily menu items to choose from. I suggest going online before you visit to decide which kind of cupcakes you would like first, this will save you time when going to order. I am able to by-pass the line of people staring at the case and get my order right in! I think the staff also appreciates it when you know what you want, as the sign is behind you when ordering so its hard to remember if you didn't write it down. Their website is fabulous and shows a pictures of every single cupcake including the monthly ones! Its so much easier to decide that I want the cupcake with the snowflake rather than the plain boring cupcake. You can also schedule a next day pick up if you want to just stop into the store and not be bothered! Every single flavor I've tried so far have been outstanding, this shop is better than Sweet and Crumbs by far! Lulu's and Georgetown have now stolen my cupcake heart. Note: Be very careful with the cupcake boxes! I had about four cupcakes land on their side while in the box (the dozen size). I am not sure if it was because they were not pushed down all of the way while being packed up or if my walk back shook them!
(5)Lyndsey C.
Love the location and the staff was ridiculously pleasant. This place is a mad house sometimes, though, so be prepared for a line (though it moves fast) and if you are not going in the summer, they only have a couple tables inside, so not really any room to eat if you are there when you cant take it outside and eat. So many great flavors, almost overwhelming. Prices are comparable...and you get great presentation for that cost. Most of the flavors we have tried were very good.
(4)Kris D.
Line out the door, OK it was moving at least but really what is all the hype? We order 3 cupcakes, a little pricey & smaller than what I'm used too. Cute pink cupcake boxes that hold the cupcake in it's place and we are outside because the few tables inside were occupied. No where to sit outside of the shop we have no choice but to grab one of the outside tables next door at the Thinking Cup. The cupcakes were so sweet and so over the top rich I could not finish one. I'm not a fan.
(3)Tyler M.
Way way way too much cream on top. If I wanted a blast of refined sugar in my mouth Id open my jar of white sugar, add flour and water, blend it and inject it onto my tongue. There's nothing refined or cool about this. :(
(2)Jacqueline D.
Their cupcakes are sooo damn good!! Better than sprinkles?!!! I tried Red velvet - the cream cheese frosting and most moist red velvet!!!! How much more can I emphasize delicious?!!! Mint cookies and Creme - My bf liked it and he's not even big on sweets/cupcakes. Tastes exactly like mint choco chip ice cream!!! Good crunch in the frosting. Vanilla white chocolate raspberry - Good!! Real fruit peices in it!! Gluten free chocolate - My cousin is gluten intolerant and she was seriously amazed that this cupcake tasted so moist and flavorful without gluten. I tried it and I couldn't even tell it was gluten free so you know it's good!!! The ice chai latte was a little too sweet. I loved every single cupcake I ordered!!! My only complaint would be the cupcakes were a little small!! Otherwise, I love this little cutesy cupcake shop!
(4)Ilyana E.
This was my bday wish "cake" got to try coconut and key lime and was blown away I truly loved them, they are moist and savory. I just came honest told cause of the TV show but I fell I'm love with the cute shop and awesome flavors.
(5)Connie W.
I'm usually a huge fan but today they weren't great...maybe because I came on a Wednesday and usually come on weekends? Anyhow the cake parts were aired out, and the flavors were lackluster. I was really excited to try carrot cake but was underwhelmed - no big carrot flavor, no walnuts, sorta dry cake, and frosting was nothing to write home about. At $3 per cupcake I would expect something more. Salted caramel was the best out of the bunch, had a caramel cake with whipped caramel buttercream and salted caramel drizzle. My old faves include the red velvet and raspberry white chocolate - both were super moist, and the raspberry white chocolate had berries baked into the cake. I will give them another chance...I love how they always have new flavors to try!
(3)Divyashree R.
Yummy tasty cupcakes. Ordered for a chocolate square n vanilla and chocolate . It had the perfect blend of sweetness in it. To come back place definitely
(5)Chris P.
Oh my god. Oh mah gawd. Possibly the best cupcakes I've ever had anywhere. I got the peanut butter fudge and the strawberry cupcakes. The frosting was so smooth and creamy I felt like I could've eaten by itself. The cupcake was so soft and moist it almost dissolves in your mouth. The decor was a color blocking of pink pastel and white. Lots of flavors to choose from to encourage people to keep coming back to try new ones (they even have a secret flavor of the day). It's pricey, but for the quality you're getting, I'd say it's more than worth it. My only problem is the severe lack of seating. There's one big table in the front with maybe 3 chairs, and a couple of small white tables in the back with maybe 1 or 2 chairs. It's disappointing because this is definitely the kind of place people would want to come and have a sit down to satisfy their cupcake cravings with their friends. Based off of product alone, GC gets 5 stars easily, however the store as a whole should seriously consider adding some seating outside its store.
(4)Adam G.
Just. Wow. I enjoyed these awesome cupcakes, but one thing. Three dollars for a cupcake? I really don't think that's a good price even for these dangerously delicious cupcakes . Overall great treats. Oh the hazlenut...
(4)Roberta B.
Ahhhh cupcake heaven. I love this place. What's not to love? A place with a gazillion different cupcake flavors. The lines are out the door but it's so worth it, and it goes by fast. My friends and I even managed to snag a table inside. Score. Will be back several times I presume.
(5)Merly M.
I came in 5 minutes before they closed, so I didn't really get to experience all of their amazingness, but I did have a Bumbleberry Cupcake (mix of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and strawberries in a vanilla cake?) and it was amazing. Soft, flavorful, and perfect. The place is super cute too! I would definitely come back.
(5)Carol Ann G.
I'm normally not a huge cupcake fan I find the fake frosting to be repulsive and the batter is usually dry but the cupcakes here are different. They're fragrant and moist and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness without being sickly sweet. Some of my favorites are the birthday cake both chocolate or vanilla and my favorite ever being the chocolate ganache. They're about 3 bucks a pop or 15 i believe for a half dozen, so a little on the expensive side but so worth it. Parking on the street can be hard but I mean cmon its newbury so to be expected. Perks are its right near Marc Jacobs and Nordstrom rack so you can satisfy your shopping needs and your sweet tooth!
(4)Stephanie B.
Dainty but freaking delicious! As a cupcake aficionado, I approve of the frosting to cake ratio. I tried a few flavors just to be sure, and that strawberry is still lodged in a tastebud, or my brain.. somewhere in there. Thanks for the cupcake goodness, Georgetown Cupcake!
(5)Alberta H.
These cupcakes changed my life, seriously. We visited on a busy Saturday morning after wandering newbury st and checking out all the expensive shops. My husband had te chocolate fudge peanut butter cupcake and after his first bite, his eyes literally rolled back in his head. Which is huge as he is not a big fan of sweets. But he loved his cupcake. Super moist, loaded with a gooey chocolate fudge center, and the peanut butter icing was so light and fluffy. Perfection. I had the cookies and cream cupcake and I'm shocked I didn't eat 10 in one sitting. The cake is loaded with bits of Oreo and the icing is just the lightest most divine thing I've ever eaten. To the point where I wanted to order and extra dozen to take home with us (and by home I mean pittsburgh with a layover in Detroit so I was willing I carry these bad boys the entire trip) and that's saying a LOT! I actually have a friend who lives in boston and I've told him that I will pay him to go eat one for me. The shop is bright and so pretty. Only a few tables but if it's a pretty afternoon just sit on the curb outside and enjoy the gluttony in its purest form. Be prepared to wait in line, but it's so worth it!
(5)Lauren L.
I got 4 cupcakes here last night and all 4 were dried up around the top edge and crumbled off the cupcake, and the rest of the cupcake was all dry and nasty. I threw them all out. So tonight I emailed their email on their site and this all I got back. No offer for a refund or replacement. How pathetic a response from a small business. I will never ever ever ever ever patronize any business that makes zero effort to rectify low quality product that a customer spends money on. I've posted their response below: "Thank you for contacting Georgetown Cupcake Newbury! I am so sorry that your experience with Georgetown Cupcake was anything less than perfect. We take great pride in our product and are always extra attentive to our cupcakes to ensure that every single cupcake receives the best tasting cupcake possible! Here at Georgetown Cupcake, we use only the freshest ingredients and bake our cupcakes fresh each morning to ensure the highest quality of product. We're terribly sorry that we did not live up our everyday standard. Unfortunately, the winter can be a little bit tricky as any exposure to cold air can dry out the cake. We do our best to keep all of the cupcakes warm. We greatly appreciate your feedback and apologize that our cupcakes were not what you expected. Once again, our greatest apologies." I see a lot of excuses and blah blah blah, and not a lot of service recovery. Whoever this woman is who responded to me, either missed Customer Service 101, or, she simply doesn't care about customers and this silly little thing called "customer recidivism". ================== Update: I emailed her and said that was an unacceptable response. So I disputed the charge with my Discovercard and they refunded me.
(1)Kristie B.
I got some cupcakes shipped to me for my last birthday. They were easily the best cupcakes I've ever had. I was excited to find out they'd opened a location on Newbury I'd be able to stop into while the hubs and I were in Boston last week and was hoping they'd be as good as the ones I'd gotten in January. I was NOT disappointed! We stopped in last Monday, along my sister-in-law and mother-in-law who drove in to the city visit with us. The hubs and I got a couple to share - Mocha Cookies 'n Cream and Chocolate with Peanut Butter Fudge icing. They were absolutely outstanding! The cake was moist and icing creamy and flavorful without being overly sweet. The cupcakes aren't huge, but they don't need to be when they pack that much fabulousness! The sis-in-law is gluten intolerant, so she went with the gluten free option. Wish I could remember what it was. It doesn't really matter anyway... She said it was the best cupcake of its kind she's ever had. She said most of the time GF options tend to be dry and crumbly. According to her, you couldn't even tell the difference from a regular cupcake. Kudos to Georgetown for creating a great GF option! We'll definitely be stopping in next time we're in Boston!
(5)Shia G.
Amazing overall everything I've tried has been very good. I bake and my mom is a baker so I feel overly qualified to judge. It's impossible to find a cupcake shop where every flavor is pleasing to the palate. Even if its a flavor I wouldn't usually try I have loved or appreciated it as it can definitely satisfy if it was someone's favorite flavor. ***Although I've recently had two dry cupcakes different flavors not sure why maybe just duds, but never stopped me from returning!
(4)N.j. C.
I didn't know much going in. However, a friend was in town for work and he'd heard about this location through a show on TLC (??). I give it a 3-star rating because I felt a little let-down by the cupcakes. Though, it may be my own fault. I had a Lemon Blossom and my friend CJ had a Vanilla Birthday Cake. The reason for the low rating is because both cupcakes were vanilla (regular) flavored-cake. We had both assumed that the cupcake would be similar in flavor to the frosting. I was surprised that neither did. I don't know if I'd go back for anything other than to try the chocolate cupcakes. Do these folks pair cake and frosting flavors with other options?
(3)Thanh L.
I have yet to find a cupcake place that completely impresses me. Georgetown Cupcake is hit or miss. Sometimes they have amazing, moist cupcakes with delightful, not overly sweet buttercream frosting (like their vanilla cupcakes). When I had their blueberry cheesecake cupcake the other evening, the sugar was overpowering, although the consistency and texture of the cream cheese and cake portion was fabulous - also nice and moist. Other times, they have dried out cupcakes, which makes me sad - the calories and $3 are never worth crappy quality dessert! My friend got a red velvet cupcake that was as dry as toast - so gross. Better off buying a latte with that money! Come here earlier than later in the day to avoid dry cupcakes and if you want a free cupcake, mention the secret flavor of the day by name! That info can be found on Twitter - but they run out after the first 100 so go early!!
(3)FreshTake '.
I mean does this place really even need reviews written? They are the best cup cakes in the entire world. Better than sprinkles, better than mom and pop places in ohio I've tried and just simply THE BEST. no other red velvet cup cake can compare. Tried the peanut butter and chocolate one, it was like heavenly fudge ecstasy, like something I made up. Seriously though, so glad they're in Georgetown, md too :)
(5)Hannah K.
Their gluten free cupcakes are DELICIOUS! I have celiac and they have never caused me any sickness. I wish they had more than one flavor a day, but I'll take what I can get! I've tried the PB, salted caramel, and the chocolate birthday cake. All delicious -- but the PB takes the cake!
(5)Amy K.
I love this place and I even have my husband hooked. Whenever we are on (or near) Newbury we stop in for a treat and walk over to the garden to enjoy it. The flavor of the month for June was peanut butter banana which is pretty much my idea of PERFECT!! Please bring this flavor back!! My husband loves the lemon. They are alway moist and fluffy and the frosting isn't overly sweet.
(5)Michael B.
In lieu of a traditional wedding cake, Georgetown Cupcake supplied a variety of cupcakes for our wedding reception, in addition to individually-boxed cupcakes that served as party favors. The cupcakes were delivered on time to our reception and received rave reviews from all of our guests. We had ordered 7 different flavors, and every one was delicious. The most complements were for the gluten free peanut butter fudge, which many said was the most delicious gluten free food item they had ever tasted. Georgetown's staff in the Newbury Street location also deserves 5 stars for their service, as they guided us through all of our cupcake options which included customized icing designs. Both in terms of value and quality, I cannot imagine there being a better desert option for any wedding reception (or any other type of party, really).
(5)Xtine M.
Hands down, this place makes the best cupcakes ever. They are super moist with just the right amount of sugar. Their selection is great and you really can't go wrong with a purchase there!
(5)Stacy H.
$3 for a teeny tiny cupcake? okay. i got their raspberry chocolate cupcake, which was really just ok considering the cost. the frosting was tasty, the cake was moist (if you don't think the most crucial part of a cupcake is the cake then we can't be friends) but damn i ate that sucked in 3 minutes. $1 a minute feels a little like... (fill in the blank) also very, very limited seating.
(3)Allie G.
Just stopped in for a gluten-free treat as I was roaming the streets of Boston. Had heard about Georgetown on TV, and it definitely lives up to its reputation! Finding great gluten-free alternatives isn't always easy, but Georgetown doesn't disappoint.
(5)Kayleigh S.
Georgetown Cupcakes are pretty good, though I'm not sure they deserve the raves or the lines they get. They do a good job of balancing the frosting to the cake, and the flavors do taste like what they purport to be. I'll even admit that at a baby shower I may have devoured 3 in a sitting. But is it worth waiting in a line out the door? I don't really think so. The flavors are pretty tame-- mint/chocolate, peanut butter/chocolate, strawberry/vanilla -- that kind of thing. Salted caramel is about as crazy as it gets. And the size is a little skimpy for the price. I'd say they're a good bet if you're in the area and the line's not too long, but not worth travelling out of your way for.
(4)Jack L.
I was very impressed with Georgetown Cupcake! It certainly lives up to the hype. Service was friendly by the employees, and the store was clean, modern, and refreshing. We sampled the Vegan Carrot Cupcake and Dark Chocolate Ganache. Both were moist, flavorful, but not overly sweet. The vegan cupcake tasted like the real thing, and the frosting was to die for! The chocolate ganache flavor was present throughout the cupcake, and the frosting was also tasty. Definitely make this a stop if you are in the area and in the mood for some dessert!
(5)Vivian C.
Georgetown Cupcake in Boston is located on Newbury Street, basically between Copley and Arlington T stops. So either way, it is but a short walk to cupcake. Flavors of the day were listed on a board - how convenient! And prices are $2.75 each, $15 for a half dozen, $29 for a dozen. If you want your single cupcake boxed to go, then it is a 50 box charge, and $1.50 to make your purchase pretty (aka gift wrap), but individual cupcake paper baggies are included. Their cupcakes seem a tad smaller than those you bake at home - though I didn't have one on hand for a comparison, so that's just my eyeball approximation. For sure, however, theirs are significantly smaller than Crumbs' exceedingly sharable portion. A variety of hot and cold beverages are available, as well as a recycle bin. There was no line when I entered, and service was prompt. The cupcake - chocolate marshmallow ganache - was moist enough, could do with more of the marshmallowy filling, and the fondant coin on top was quite edible. Cupcakes are decorated with elegant simplicity, with either a pool of ganche or a thick swirl of frosting, topped with a simple garnish of sprinkles, something made of fondant, a swiggle of something or another, or a tidbit of some other sort. *** February 2014 #2 *** Vanilla Hazelnut was a soft vanilla cup cake, make that soft and fluffy, topped with a thin coat of hazelnut chocolate frosting and topped with yummy sweet crunch stuff. Just what was that??? I initially assumed it just to be chopped nuts, but I'm not so sure now. Yum. *** May 2014 *** Caramel Hazelnut - similar to the vanilla version except with a light brown cake beneath the thin frosting and crunch stuff - Yum!
(3)Julia M.
When it comes to non-homemade cupcakes, I can be rather persnickety, & I am often skeptical of such hyped-up bakeries as Georgetown Cupcake. Fortunately for me, however, Georgetown Cupcake lives up to its hype, baking some of the best cupcakes that you can find in Boston. The buttercream frosting is delicious (not too sweet), as is the cream cheese frosting (light & fluffy). The peanut butter & ganache frostings are also quite tasty & should not be missed. As for the cake itself, it is light & moist. My only gripe is that the cupcakes are on the smaller side & cost $3 apiece -- which is why I only occasionally treat myself to a cupcake from Georgetown Cupcake. Tidbits: -Flavors I recommend: Red Velvet, Chocolate & Vanilla, Peanut Butter Fudge, Lava Fudge (so good!), & Banana Split (seasonal flavor only offered in August). -They offer a fairly large selection of flavors each day, including rotating daily & seasonal flavors. Their full cupcake menu, which includes all of their rotating flavors can be found at georgetowncupcake.com/me… . -There is often a line at Georgetown Cupcake, but it always moves pretty quickly.
(4)Olga F.
Oh man! We stopped here because there's always a line and we wanted to judge for ourselves. It was wonderful! One of the best pastries I've had in a long time!!
(5)Harsha V.
Cheese lime pie was good. and chocolate!
(4)Vi H.
Always ask for the secret flavor of the day! You get a free mini cupcake if you follow them on twitter or facebook. I been doing this for years and really never buy one unless it's for someone else.
(4)Jennifer M.
Call me crazy but I'm not the cupcake type. My husband brought me home a chocolate ganache cupcake which was left over at his work. I ate it, and wished I had one more! Next time I'm in Boston, I'm definitely stopping by. Excellent frosting that wasn't too sweet either. It was the perfect way to end the day.
(5)Gina Y.
Full disclosure: I'm from Los Angeles, I love Georgetown Cupcakes, and I go to the store in Beverly Hills. I had a dozen birthday cupcakes delivered last week from the Boston location to one of my good friends who lives and works there. More than half the cupcakes arrived with the frosting fallen off the top. I e-mailed the store with a picture that the birthday girl took to see if they could do anything. No response from the store. Very disappointed.
(2)Rapas C.
I love the cupcakes here. Especially the red velvet! I would have to say, go for the ones that are not just plain vanilla or chocolate, those are quite typical and can be found everywhere. It is harder to find good red velvet or strawberry and the lemon ones, go for those. But they sometimes might not have the flavors you are looking for as they do have different ones on different days, other than the basics like the red velvet, vanilla, chocolate, and caramel. I haven't tried their drinks so I can't really say anything on that. The service is organized and fast. I have tried the original cupcakes from Georgetown, somehow I would have to say that I prefer the ones I had in Boston. They're pretty much the same, if not the original brand is not as good in my opinion.
(4)Jenny Crai G.
I tried the Chocolate² cupcake. It consisted of a Valrhona chocolate cupcake with a whipped Callebaut chocolate frosting topped with a fondant flower. It was pretty. The frosting wasn't sickeningly sweet, either. It was just a little too chocolatey for me. I probably would have enjoyed another flavor better, but it seemed like it was their signature cupcake. For it's size, it is not worth three dollars.
(3)Kartik P.
This place is perfect for a sweet bite! we tried half a dozen different cupcakes and all of them were good but for me the mocha fudge just stood out. More than the cupcake i think the seller here is the icing on top. That steals the show and worth $2 bucks and a $1 for the cupcake itself making it 3$ a piece. thats my breakdown :) for someone who doesnt have a sweet tooth and makes cupcakes etc at home, or who isnt used to the boston pricing 3$ a piece a little steep. I went blind for few seconds when I saw the price on the wall. Worth a try and wont be disappointed for sure.
(4)Deb L.
bumping back up to 4.5 stars. This is an embarrassing thing to admit but we're all friends here on yelp right? i tried the peanut butter fudge on Saturday - for the first time. I know, totally living under a rock! It was beyond amazing, and I went back on Sunday for more. That's 4 cupcakes in 2 days but who's counting. Just when you think you've tried them all, think again. My new favorite! The PB Fudge cheesecake was really good too.
(4)Aaron K.
Good cupcake, but small for the price (3.21 w tax). They don't stack these in the fridge and they are being made constantly throughout the day which makes for a very fresh cake. The red velvet cake was moist and had a great texture. The frosting was creamy but came at room temp which was a bit strange for a red velvet cupcake. I'm interested in trying some other flavors to see if the hype is worth it. The red velvet cupcake was pretty good, but just a standard cupcake. For what it's worth, my wife is a cupcake/sweet fiend and enjoyed it more than I did.
(3)Elle D.
They have gluten free!!!! This was an AMAZING discovery for me! They usually have one flavor, but taking a glass-half-full-approach, that saves me from the VERY difficult decision of choosing! I had chocolate peanut butter, and it is hands-down the best cupcake I have ever had, and it happened to be gluten free! The peanut butter frosting was really spectacular. While I've head the lines can be outrageous, I waited no more than 5 minutes on a Saturday around 3pm. Definitely check it out!
(5)Lucas W.
Wow, is all I can say! :) I ordered a dozen cupcakes for a client, and unfortunately they were delivered to my personal apartment, and not the shipping address. Crazy, right? Well, whether it was a fault of mine, or a technical glitch, I am unsure, and Georgetown didn't even ask or care. They immediately helped me remedy this problem by starting an entirely new order, and expedited the delivery to reach my clients the same day. This was a custom order with personalized fondant, and this was not a local delivery. They went above and beyond for me, and I am not a client for life. Georgetown, I haven't even tasted your goodies, but if you put as much effort into your product as you do your client's happiness, I can't wait to order some for myself. Thank you VERY much!
(5)Boris L.
Whenever I have a bad day I just remember that the chocolate peanut butter cheesecake cupcake exists and I feel a little better
(5)Leah K.
I ordered cupcakes for my gluten free friend's birthday. I ordered from the website, and chose to do customized toppers (hot pink J's and silver stars). Easy peasy, and at no extra cost. I picked them up at the shop on Friday and kept them in my room until I could give them to my friend on Saturday. They were a HUGE hit. Gluten Free chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream and rainbow sprinkles, topped with our custom toppers. The scary part was, I didn't taste a difference between the GF cupcakes and regular...I got scared for a sec. But they were the real deal. My friend didn't get sick, and she was so happy! I don't really have to say, Georgetown Cupcakes has the best cupcakes in Boston. They are ridiculously delicious, with fun flavors. Plus, they ain't bad to look at. At $2.75 a cupcake, it's a great treat. I'm boring and usually go for "Chocolate Birthday", but recently I had their chocolate hazelnut cupcake. It doesn't have frosting, just ganach, but the hazelnuts are crunchy like toffy and crazy delicious. Also I'm a cream cheese frosting hater (I don't like cream cheese) but their frosting has a great balance of cream cheese and whatever else, so it's not too sour. LOVE!
(5)Greg P.
Cupcakes are just ok but the delivery was far from... My very sweet sister sent me Georgetown cupcakes to me for my birthday yesterday. She had sent 12 cupcakes for delivery. They arrived at my buildings security desk at 4:30PM and I picked them up at 7PM after work. When I opened the box, the cupcakes had almost all flipped over and frosting was everywhere and mixed with other cupcakes. Even worse, the cupcake frosting had melted and none of the designs looked like anything. I couldn't even tell the flavor of most of them except for the red velvet care. There was no description or legend as to the flavors either. Other cupcake delivery services provide a description or labels for the cupcakes. The overall taste of the cupcakes was ok. They were not very fresh tasting. I tried two: the red velvet and the caramel chocolate. The red velvet was pretty plain tasting although the sour cream frosting was not bad. The caramel chocolate cupcake did not taste like caramel at all. Overall, if you need cupcakes delivered, try elsewhere.
(2)Victoria P.
Beautiful and delicious cupcakes. They are moist and flavorful and the line usually goes pretty quickly. They also make great gifts for any occasion! Just popped over and got a salted caramel, coffee cookies and cream, and cookies and cream cheesecake cupcake for a good friend. Worth the trip.
(4)Freida S.
I had the Key Lime cupcake, which was delicious. The cake was fluffy, the icing was not too sweet, and the tastes were interesting and subtle. Could have used a hint more taste, but I can also live without it, no biggie. Having more flavors (and stranger flavors) to choose from would be nice. Either way, I'd go again to try their other cupcakes.
(4)Neha S.
Hardly any line, and delicious cupcakes! Georgetown Cupcakes lives up to the hype. One star off for inadequate seating.
(4)Patrick L.
I've been in a few times! What do they do with all the extra cupcakes at the end of the night? I'll buy them all. Seriously. I've had the red velvet ones several times, but the real original ones are the vegan cupcakes. They make several different kinds throughout the week and they are original and very good! Give them a try!
(5)Heather D.
The best cupcakes I've had... and I've had a lot of cupcakes. The cakes always have an excellent, moist texture. They are always fresh and you can taste the quality of the ingredients they use. The frosting, especially the peanut butter, is absolutely delicious. I get them anytime I'm in town and I've ordered from them several times for my kids' birthday parties. They are always a big hit!
(5)Agustin K.
Odd to see this on Newbury street but for some reason they have line out the door so we went ahead inside. I like their decor, wish I can bring home the cupcake pictures home. Good photo op. We had the lime cupcake, it was decent. I prefer the lemon cupcake from buttercup in NYC. Also limited seating so you most likely have to either wait or just enjoy your cupcake while strolling down Newbury. We got lucky a table opened up just when we paid so we ended up just relaxing while people watching for a bit.
(3)Amanda P.
I had such high expectations It tastes like they just dumped sugar onto the cupcake The place is small not much seating
(3)Elleen P.
I wanted to try Georgetown cupcakes ever since I saw an Instagram pic of it a year ago, and I was somewhat let down. :( I expected it to be like Sprinkles of the East Coast, but it definitely was just some glorified Albertsons cupcakes. They were really pricey, too.. I wanted to buy a 6 pack for my friend (and her friends) that I was visiting later on, and it came out to be like $20. Mehhhhh super ok in my book. Probably wouldn't come back except for the free cupcakes that are announced on their twitter in the morning.
(2)Diane H.
Wow, worst customer service ever. No smiles, grumpy workers. I got two cupcakes and just wanted a single box for one of them but they wanted to charge me 50 cents for a single box when I offered to not take the 2 cupcake box since I just wanted a smaller one for just one. You may have lost a customer forever!
(1)Maryann K.
Yum! I ate my gluten free peanut butter fudge cupcake so fast I didn't get a picture. Although the gluten free flavors are limited, they are really tasty. They offered to change their gloves for me, which was much appreciated. Seating is limited here. To go packaging is excellent.
(5)Pam C.
We wandered into Georgetown one day after realizing that the usual, out the door and round the corner line was unusually missing (probably because of the bad weather that day). They have a pretty huge selection of cupcakes - some of them rotate and some of them are available every day. They're actually quite delicious, and don't come with an overwhelming amount of icing like some other cupcake places do. The icing isn't too sweet and are usually flavoured pretty nicely to match the flavour of the cupcake. Some other reviewers have mentioned that they don't like the texture of the cupcake, but I actually really like how the edges are browned and crispy - it gives it nice variety. Definitely like the salted caramel, red velvet, and chocolate ganache flavours. Overall, it's definitely a pretty good cake and at 2.75 I think it's fairly reasonably priced. Is it good? Yes. Worth the wait? Probably only once.
(4)Brittany M.
Great cupcakes, they have many flavors especially ones that coordinate with the season. There is a line to get in but will go very fast. Highly recommended
(4)Kelly O.
Bit of a mixed bag. I really enjoyed the chocolate peanut butter cheesecake (good flavors, good texture), but there was something off about the white chocolate raspberry; the frosting tasted oddly chemically (almost menthol-like?), which was strange considering it was meant to be chocolate flavored and A) they should be using real chocolate and B) even a fake chocolate extract shouldn't taste chemically/mentholly like that. On the plus side, the cake itself was moist and fluffy, as was the frosting, and it wasn't too sweet with a nice helping of tart raspberries throughout. I'd be willing to try Georgetown again; maybe other flavors would fare better? As it stands though, I think I'm more of a Crumbs fan.
(3)Haley C.
Not going to lie, I ended up here while strolling down Newbury Street-- and really enjoyed what we got. The only thing wrong was too few tables. We wanted to stay enjoy our cupcakes, and drink our coffee... but hardly anwhere to sit. The cupcake itself was an A plus!
(4)W. A.
Had a chocolate2 and a vanilla2 and both were excellent. I also like Charlie's Cupcakes on the cape, but these are even better. Other places round town are to sweet or too dry or just not worth it. Thank goodness I don't work closer to this place! (Also really like Sprinkles, but won't be able to compare til they're both here.)
(5)Jefferson B.
these are great tasting; not overly sweet; and they keep things interesting by changing the selection daily. the staff is always polite. I can do without having to pay for a box for single cup cakes, though.
(5)Betsy A.
I must start by saying, I was a skeptic. I'm tired of trying over hyped places in Boston only to be disappointed. Well I'm glad I was wrong with this one... The cupcakes at this place are ridiculous, and by ridiculous I mean ridiculously tasty! They are oozing pure deliciousness. I've had 3 varieties already and I plan to have many more (if my weight and my wallet allow it...). What can I say? Their cake is moist and their frosting delicious... 2 of the very important components of cupcake making. ;-) In all seriousness, the flavors are rich and the cakes are extremely fluffy, crumble in your hand moist. Not to mention the frosting pairings are great. I'm taking 1 star for stuff folks have mentioned before (but that don't take away from how good the cupcakes are): a little on the expensive side, could have more seating on the inside and outside, and the place is quite small so, while I'm cool waiting in line outside in the summer/fall, I bet it's going to get annoying fast during winter...
(4)Yuqi Q.
The box is even better than the cupcake!
(4)Shane D.
Beyond yummy! I got 18 cupcakes for a small party at work (6 chocolate, 6 vanilla, 2 Red Velvet, 2 Coconut, 2 Lemon). All were tasty, moist as can be, had a great ratio of cake to frosting, and the frosting stayed soft & whipped even after a few hours of sitting out. Plus, they were decorated cute for a baby celebration. I went in thinking they'd be typical over-priced nothing-special cupcakes, but was totally blown away. I got a Pumpkin Cheesecake version for myself...it was ridiculous--one of the best baked goods I've ever had. CRAZY! Highly recommend.
(5)S H.
Delicious rich cupcakes!! But... Long line for limited selection since few flavors sold out. I would go back when the line goes away.
(4)Cat And Dave U.
I am a believer. So delicious. Not like most of the other cupcake places when you get a dry cake with overly sweet frosting. My favorites were the coconut and the banana's foster! Definitely worth the visit to busy Newbury and the long line.
(5)Liz R.
Not a good experience. The store is set up where you don't know where to go. Is there a line? Where does it begin? Where do you order? Finally walked around a few folks who where just standing around to find the cashier. I ordered 3 cupcakes. Cashier said $16. I thought that was expensive for 3 cupcakes. When I received my order it was 6 cupcakes. The kid at the cashier decided to add 3 additional cupcakes without me knowing. Total scam!! Shame on your Georgetown Cupcakes...And I've had better cupcakes elsewhere. Not cool.
(1)Nicole B.
Obsessed. I discovered them before the TV show while on M Street in Georgetown and couldn't resist finding out what the crazy line was wrapping around the block! After about 30-45mins of waiting in line I finally ordered the cupcake of dreams. During my trip in Georgetown I even called home to rave about my cupcake experience. So excited they're on Newbury Street and with much shorter lines : )
(5)sam y.
must try!
(5)Hayley M.
There's really not much to say. The cupcakes are tasty and cutesy, but ordinary. The pink box would make a cute gift. That's pretty much Georgetown Cupcakes in a nutshell. Go, but know that it's comparable with every other cupcake establishment.
(3)Espresso T.
Didn't expect that I would actually like cupcakes for their tast (they usually just look good but nothing special taste wise)! This place has made me want to come back. the prices are very reasonable as well. Bought a few cupcakes for a birthday occasion, but surprising they were very good! The cake part if moist and tasty and the creamy frosting really made a difference compared to many other places where the frosting is just all sugary. The red velvet was very good, so was the pumpkin spice!
(4)C O.
This bakery gets 1 star for ambiance....after waiting for over a half hour to even get into the bakery, we found ourselves with no place to sit (they don't even have a countertop you can stand at!) and enjoy our very expensive cupcakes. There are 2 small tables...1 near the bathroom and 1 near the front window. We ended up walking to the public gardens and sat and shivered while we ate our cupcakes. I will not be going back. Next time I will go to Sweet where I can enjoy my overpriced cupcake inside!
(1)Mimi F.
I'm not a true cupcake fan. However, these were awesome cupcakes! Had the coconut, and the vanilla and chocolate. Very good frosting on both, not too sweet. Moist cakes. Prices about right. The only thing is, they charge you for a cupcake box. ???
(5)Rachel G.
The Early Grey tea cupcake with lavender frosting was MIND BLOWING. So great. Want another!
(5)Lexi L.
Sorry all, but I was really disappointed in Georgetown Cupcake.... I have heard all the hype and work only a few blocks away, so one day when I had time to kill before work, I decided to pop in for a treat! When I received my cupcake, I went up the few steps to a table to enjoy. When I got to the table, it was covered in crumbs, spilled drinks and the previous diners dirty napkins and cupcake box. The place was pretty empty so I was a bit surprised that this table hadn't been cleaned. I went back down to the counter and asked for a rag to clean my table. Instead of offering to clean it for me, the girl handed me a bunch of napkins for ME to clean it. At that point, there were no other customers at the counter and the girl really wasn't doing anything. So after cleaning my own table, I sat with my milk and coconut/chocolate cupcake. Eahhhh..... that was my reaction. Certainly not worth the price. It honestly tasted like a day old Betty Croker box mix. The frosting was tasty, the actual cake was dry. Certainly wont be recommending it to anyone nor will I be visiting again.
(1)Annie T.
I wish I could have tried more cupcakes during my short stay in Boston but I was only able to try my favorite flavor of all time -- STRAWBERRY. One of my favorite places in Houston is Celebrity Cupcake and they make what I considered to be the best strawberry cupcake, but Georgetown cupcake has now taken over that top spot for me. The frosting had small chunks of real strawberries and the cake was good! Now I'm sad I live in Houston.
(4)Janice M.
While not a cupcake eater myself I am a pretty good baker and have thought Georgetown Cupcakes has a superior product. I have been a regular customer often purchasing a dozen at a time for various events. Just yesterday I had 13 dozen delivered to a number of departments at my company. My husband asked me to pick up cupcakes for an event we will be attending tomorrow. Due to a missed deadline for online ordering I went into the store with a list for 5 dozen cupcakes (all in stock). I asked if I could place the order, pay for them and pick them up after my hair appt next door. They said no that I would have to wait while they were packaged. I couldn't wait so I left with my order list and my money. I struggle to understand why they couldn't hold a fully paid order for one hour. There was no risk on their part. It also would take the pressure off their packing the order. Anyway I will get my dessert from Finale for tomorrow's event. Too bad for Georgetown as they lost my business.
(3)Cat T.
Gorgeous! But NOT VEGAN, so I won't eat them. Please make VEGAN! Vegan is healthier, better for humans and animals alike! GO VEGAN!
(1)Cathy D.
Outstanding product and service from Georgetown Cupcake for a birthday delivery! We recently had a dozen birthday cupcakes sent to our daughter away at college in Vermont. They arrived by FedEX, on time, in perfect condition, fresh and beautiful. They were enjoyed by all in her dorm and made her birthday special. Thank you Georgetown Cupcake!
(5)Marie c.
Inconsistent for sure. Have purchased them several times for social gatherings; sometimes the cake is delicious and moist; next time - dry. I agree with others who say..the cake should always be the standout and consistent. The frosting is always good, but sometimes a bit too sweet and too much. It's the cupcake; the cake part..that needs attention and consistency. And yes, have been into the shop a few times..with all the staff standing and working -- why is it so hard to be waited on in a polite and timely manner. Often, I feel as if I'm interrupting their "fun" day...if only the customers would go away - feeling. Wished I could give 5 stars..but can't-being truthful so others can benefit.
(2)Heather W.
This is the first time I have indulged in Georgetown Cupcakes, as I am a huge fan of the show. When we were in the city last weekend, I just had to get myself a dozen. We were overly impressed with the coffee. I had a latte, and my husband had his straight up, and we enjoyed every ounce. Very good flavor. The strawberry cupcake is to die for. Their cream cheese frosting is also very, very good. However, most of the chocolate cakes were a little dry. The red velvet didn't have a ton of flavor, and for the price, they were all pretty small. However, I would definitely go again. The staff was great, and I will be dreaming about that latte and strawberry cupcake. I really wish they would have had more variety when we were there, as well as names as to which cupcakes were which. I really had no idea on a couple what they flavors were supposed to be when I got home.
(4)Megs L.
As good as the original. The frosting is the perfect sweetness and the cupcakes are incredibly moist. As a plus, the set up of the store allows for a behind the scenes peak into the world of cupcake making .
(5)Chad B.
This is the best place in Boston for cupcakes. Always moist and flavorful...and a boatload of different flavors that vary depending on the day of the week and month. I heart you, GC.
(5)Rachael D.
I had never seen Georgetown Cupcakes, but when my friend told me about it, I was skeptical to go to a place so commercialized. I was pleasantly surprised. We went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too crowded. All of the cupcakes were on display and they also had a list of flavors since the display was overwhelming. I decided on the Key Lime. I ordered, paid, they gave me the cupcake...quick process! There was limited seating (the place is small and narrow), but our group found a table. I usually don't care for cupcakes, but the Key Lime was great! The cupcake was moist and had a great citrus flavor (more lemony than limey, though). The frosting was surprisingly good. A bit sweet for my tastes, but it wasn't too overly-sweet like many bakery cupcakes. It was citrusy as well and had a nice light, cream cheese flavor and texture. Overall, I would go back to Georgetown Cupcakes!
(4)Andy C.
An hour in line for a cupcake during opening weekend in June? I had to investigate, and I am not disappointed at all. The chocolate banana and key lime were absolutely delightful - the lime struck the perfect balance between tangy and sweet, while the chocolate was rich but not overpowering. The frosting was just a tad heavy for my liking, but blended in so well with the rich cake that I so love. It's hard not to compare this place to Sweet on Mass Ave, and to me, they are very different. Sweet makes lighter frosting with fluffier cake, and has really cozy seating to hole up, read, and watch the hustle and bustle of Mass Ave. Not so much seating space at Georgetown Cupcake, but it's location is sure to draw the shopping crowds!
(4)Jackie S.
I was so excited to hear that Georgetown Cupcake was coming to Boston. I have been to the one in Georgetown and found that these are the most delicious cupcakes I have ever had. The flavors are so rich and they have a great variety that changes every day. The atmosphere in the shop is great, everything is pink! The employees are super friendly. The only complaint I would have is that there is basically no seating inside, but, at least in warm/nice weather, it was nice to go to the Boston public garden and enjoy my cupcakes :-) If you are going to be on Newbury St, it is to your great benefit to stop in for a cupcake!
(5)Mabel S.
Averagely good cupcakes, averagely nice staff, incredibly long lines. The prices are alright, but I've seen better. The most disappointing part was that our cupcakes tipped over in the box and the frosting slipped right off. The cake tasted a little dry, but the Lavender Earl Grey Tea cupcake was pretty awesome. Overall, it's just a pretty average place that's going to rake in tons of money simply because of its reputation.
(3)Katie R.
Meh. I'd heard about Georgetown cupcake from friends in DC, so I was excited to see that we were getting one in Boston. However, I really wasn't that impressed. As I was walking up to go in, a staff member stopped me at the door like a bouncer in a club and said with 'tude "Um. there's a line." I said, "Ok, can I get in it?" and she said "We don't like to let it get crowded in there, so I'll let you know when you can come in." Seriously? So waited for permission to go in and buy a cupcake. Finally, I got to go in (I think she was trying to create the illusion of demand because there were only 4 people in the "crowded" line) and I ordered a coconut and a "chocolate and vanilla" to share with my husband. I watched them deny the man in front of me a box for his order (I'm not sure why I got the honor and he didn't) and frankly was not that impressed with the way any of the customers were being treated. I know they're a big deal in DC, but... Got home and my "chocolate + vanilla" was actually chocolate and cream cheese. There's a difference: one is vanilla. the other is cream cheese. The cake itself was fine, but not exceptional. The coconut was just ok as well. With all the solid cupcakeries in town, I won't bother with them again.
(2)Rebecca A.
These are the most mouthwatering and delicious cupcakes I have had in a long time. My favorites are the lavender earl gray and the lemon blossom. But my most favorite is their key lime cupcake! They always have the standards throughout the week, but there are specialty cupcakes that are only on certain days as well as monthly specials. I highly recommend Georgetown cupcakes!
(5)Jenny H.
I went to GC a couple of days ago with my cousin. Since we were strolling down Newbury street we decided to drop by and check it out. When approaching the counter to order, I was greeted by a friendly associate. The place itself was surprisingly small. I've been told by my friends that there are often long lines to GC but I guess I was lucky to miss the crowd. We got there around 1PM and their special flavors were already out. My cousin and I decided on the following: 2 vanilla birthdays, 1 chocolate hazelnut, and 1 red velvet. When we got home, I opened the box and was disappointed that I only received 3 of the 4 cupcakes. 1 of the vanilla birthday cupcakes were missing. So make sure you check your box before leaving! Other than that the cupcakes were satisfying. It's good to go there for a treat but going too often might make you become broke since each cupcake is $2.75 each.
(4)Stacie K.
These cupcakes are good, but not sure they're worth all the hype. I was honestly disappointed. I expected there to be quite a few fun or interesting flavors. Instead there was probably 3-4 flavors of something chocolate and 3 flavors of something vanilla. I'm talking like, chocolate lava, chocolate 3, milk chocolate birthday or regular vanilla, vanilla birthday, vanilla chocolate...flavors that seemed redundant to me. I had Cherry Blossom flavor (the only one that I could find that was something different) and my husband had carrot cake. Both cupcakes were decent and surprisingly airy, but I just expected some more creative flavors.
(3)Sonya W.
Soooooo.... Good! The Gluten-Free Lava Fudge cupcake was AMAZING! The frosting was creamy and delicious. Not overly sweet and the flavor was wonderful! Who knew Gluten-Free could be this delicious! Offer more flavors of GF cupcakes and we'll be there!!!
(5)Carolyn C.
UPDATE: I bought a total of 3 cupcakes. I got them to-go. I ate two the same day I bought them. The next morning, as I was biting into my Snowball cupcake, I found a piece of LONG BLONDE HAIR!!!! I have dark brown hair, and my husband has hazel hair. EWWWWWW!!!!
(2)Stephen G.
after seeing long lines and lots of folks walking about the back bay with pink boxes i had to check out georgetown cupcakes on a quiet monday afternoon. sorry, but do not see what all the fuss and over the top positive comments are about. you are paying for lots of hype, fancy packaging and a cute store on trendy newbury st. the frosting was pretty good, but the cupcakes themselves are dry. the red vevet had no taste. toffee crunch was tastier, but still dry. at $3 for one biteful these are pricey treats. go try for yourselves! or not.
(2)Katy H.
Best cupcakes in Boston!! For sure. And cheapest!!! At least fifty cents cheaper than Sweet, and way cheaper than Curly Cakes!
(5)Christen B.
After many months of walking by, I finally decided to check this place out with the bf this past weekend after hearing how great the red velvet cupcakes were. We stopped in around 8pm on Saturday night, looking for a sugar fix before we went home for the night. You would think they would be well-stocked on the busiest (I'm assuming) day of the week, but they were out of about half the flavors they carried. Which would be fine, except that they kept them on display to make the case look pretty. So my poor bf was left to drool over the peanut butter fudge ones, but when asked they refused to sell them, stating that those cupcakes "had been sitting out all day and they weren't allowed to sell them anymore". Well why the hell don't you go throw them away then??? Okay, I'll accept you have a weird policy there, but here's the best part... So I settle for my red velvet and delightfully anticipate that first bite... only to find a stale dry cupcake that tastes like it has been sitting out all day. Oh the irony! Suffice to say we will not be returning ever again, especially when just a short walk up Newbury St you will find Sweet bakery (which has always been good when I've tried it), or around the corner in the Prudential Center is a Crumbs bakery which also has never let me down!
(1)Baruch T.
OK. Cupcakes are smaller so great for teh diet. I would say Sprinkles is better but this is not bad
(4)Elizabeth C.
50 Cents For A Box?! I've been meaning to try this place for a while, so I finally stopped by on my way home the other day. They have a good range of flavors (lots of chocolate ones) and I decided to go with the Red Velvet. When I went to pay, I asked the girl at the counter to get the cupcake to go. She asked me if a bag was ok--who puts a cupcake in a bag?!? Sounds like a pretty good way to crush the frosting and make a huge mess, right? I gave her this amazed look and said, "How about a box?" She told me boxes are 50 cents extra. WTF? A box doesn't even cost 50 cents to manufacture! The cupcake was about $3 with tax, which is pretty standard at cupcake places in Boston, but everywhere else gives you a box to bring your cupcake(s) home in. It just makes sense. I said no thanks for the box and headed home with my cupcake in a cheap-looking white bag. The cupcake was a reasonable size (I find Crumbs cupcakes to be just way too big, for instance) and it was pretty tasty. The frosting was on point but the cupcake itself could have been a bit more moist. I know it's just 50 cents, but I'd have a totally different opinion of this place if they just gave you a free box to take your cupcake home in. Any idiot knows that boxes/bags you carry purchases home from a store in are actually free advertising for a company--I'd never pay for that!
(3)Marcy R.
I have to say, all the good things that people have said about this place are true. I went it last Friday as a Georgetown Cupcake virgin and came out with a dozen, feeling a little slutty. Good slutty. Anyway, the bad things people said about service must have been heard by the powers that be b/c my order was promptly taken and filled in little more than the time it took to fill the box. I was out of there in about 10 minutes. Keep up the good work, GC! And thanks for improving the service! I'll be back.
(5)Gary L.
The cupcakes here are as go as the hype. They are everything a cupcake should be. It is a busy place but was worth the wait. I will be back when I am in Boston again.
(5)Jennifer D.
I'm not a huge cake person, but I've been wanting to try Georgetown Cupcakes for a while now. Two reasons why this non-cake loving person wanted to try it: 1. The DC Cupcake show annoys the hell out of me, BUT I was curious on why these people got a show for cupcakes of all things and 2. When I was in DC last year and wanted to try Georgetown Cupcakes, the line was so long it kept me from actually trying them. Hence, when I saw the store front on Newbury a couple of months ago I knew I had to try. I went on a Tuesday afternoon and there was a small group outside. Hmm why a line on a Tuesday afternoon? Well the girl out front handing out menus explained they didn't want a line inside blocking the cupcake display.....ok so I have to wait outside because you don't want the people walking by not to see the cupcakes....sure ok, there was only two groups in front of us so I didn't mind too much. The girl could have said it's a little tight in there and that's why we're having people wait outside until there is more room. The place is full on girly and very cute. I knew exactly what I wanted to try: white chocolate raspberry and red velvet. My boyfriend got the vanilla coconut. They were all AMAZING! Incredibly moist and dense cake with frosting that wasn't overly sugary or sweet. Just absolutely perfect. I think I have been converted into a cake person...as long as they all taste like these cupcakes!
(4)Liz C.
We used Georgetown cupcakes for our wedding as the cake. They were on-time, delivered to our caterer, and looked lovely. We were able to choose from a variety of flavors and designs to match our wedding theme. And they were delicious!!
(5)Michael C.
Just like their location in DC this place is top notch. I could go into detail about the flavors of their cupcakes but I won't because for god's sake it's a cupcake folks. I will tell you that Georgetown uses the perfect cupcake to frosting ratio. The design of just about all of their cupcakes is gorgeous. They are the perfect size, easily able to down them in about 2 - 3 bites. Lastly, they are all under $3, what a deal! My current favorites: Toffee Strawberry Red Velvet Carrot Cake
(5)Miki Y.
I am not a desert person, but now cupcake is my new guilty pleasure! I ate two last night!
(5)Von D.
Yo, so whoever made the vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese frosting today, those cupcakes were so good you should name them "shut the Fucupcakes""
(5)Quang N.
A little bit expensive for my taste, but worth the indulgence every now and then. I enjoy their red velvet the most.
(5)Julie A.
Horrible service and cupcakes that taste like pure sugar! The coffee was so weak it looked like iced tea.
(1)Lisa N.
Not busy and just as good as the original! They even had the secret flavor of the day (where you mention the flavor from FB and get 1 for free) available at 6PM! My favorites include Red Velvet (of course), Salted Caramel, and Mint Chocolate =)
(5)Quontay T.
Ever want to get on my good side? Just give me any cupcake from here with cream cheese frosting. I'm partial to the red velvet but that frosting makes anything taste like heaven. I stay away from the heavy ganache Frosting as it's too thick for my taste but the cream cheese frosting literally just melts in your mouth... Delicious! I've been to the original one in DC once before and this one in my opinion is on par with it. However ok the numerous times I've been here the quality (freshness) if the cupcake itself varies. Sometimes I've hard denser or staler cakes whereas sometimes they feel like little clouds fresh from the oven. Guess it depends on the time of day and maybe who's working?
(4)Carrie Y.
Favorite cupcake place in the US hands down, Molly's is the runner up in Chicago. So far I have had about half go their offerings. My favorite is the key lime and vanilla 2. Every time I'm in Boston, I always make it here a few times before I leave.
(5)Carine V.
Best cupcakes I have ever had! We had a mocha fudge cupcake and a vanilla chocolate one. Both were excellent! Whereas I'm often disappointed with cupcakes due to their unpleasant butter cream, I would definitely recommend this place.
(5)Hannah W.
These are the BEST cupcakes. Don't even try any other place in Boston, nothing can compare. They are the perfect level of sweetness and aren't too big. I normally don't like cupcakes because the frosting is too sweet but Georgetown's is perfect. Even my boyfriend who doesn't like sweets loves Georgetown. If you go during off hours (weekdays after 5pm or weekend mornings) there is normally no line. My favorites are the Red Velvet, Salted Caramel, and Lava Fudge.
(5)Ryan M.
Great cupcakes! Expensive but worth it. I highly recommend the pumpkin cheesecake or the red velvet. YUMMMMM!!
(5)Terry H.
never really been a cupcake fan because most of the cupcake i had are all too sweet. Georgetown cupcake's frosting has a very creamy texture sweeten to the right amount. The store itself is very welcoming and clean, wish there are more chairs and tables to sit and enjoy the cupcake in the store.
(4)Christopher G.
As good as you'd expect given the place's fame. Be sure to check the seasonal specials.
(5)Alee G.
I came here with my co-workers about 2 weeks ago. I was excited that there was a new cupcake place in the area. Georgetown Cupcake fits right in on Newbury street. The space is lovely.. charming and modern. I absolutely adore the color scheme: Black, white and pink. I tried the pumpkin cupcake and the Chocolate Squared. I loved the pumpkin cupcake, but I did not like the maple-infused cream cheese frosting that it came with. The maple flavor was too similar to coffee, and I hate coffee, so that was a no go for me. The Chocolate Squared cupcake was good.. rich.... a little to dense though. The verdict? They are the best cupcakes I've ever had in my life, but they were good, reasonably priced, and I would come here again :-)
(3)Pua Z.
It was very delicious!!! I bought two and both of them were yummy! tasty like in heaven! ^-^, the Sad thing is that if you buy it, plese be careful when you take it out, because both of my cupcakes were destroyed, they moved and the box was almost filled by their creams. =(. then at home I was sad because I couldn't take a good picture to them. lol~. Hopefully next time I will not have the same experience, but it is very nice place for sitting and relaxing, even though it is kind of small, the cupcake is a little bit expensive but. delicious. I would recommend it. ^-^
(4)Josh S.
Huge menu to choose from. Go to the website to see the daily specials and follow on Facebook to see the secret flavor of the day. Line was out the door but the service was quick- we waited maybe 5-10 minutes. $2.75 per cupcake.
(4)Michelle P.
Pregnant woman approved! Soft, moist, delectable, and tons of flavors (some rotating) to choose from!! Amazing red velvet. Several chocolate lovers type of cupcakes to choose from. Oh wait, I'm pregnant... I don't have to choose just one.. give them to me all!!! The servers are just as sweet and warm as the cupcakes are. As I ogled their cupcakes, they gushed over my twin toddlers. Such a great experience. Left with a big smile on my face for so many reasons. TIP: While most cupcakes are avail every day, they also have specials avail on certain days of the week. Worth checking out specials on a day to day basis... Just sayin'.
(5)Randy V.
The cupcakes at Georgetown Cupcakes are delicious. Moist and not too sweet and not too much frosting. The price does not hurt your pocket book like the other places. I am not a big fan of the layout of the store. When you first walk in, there is a display case of all the flavors of the day. But the cashier is on the other side, so you have to get your iphone out and make a note of the flavors you want. The cupcakes aren't directly in front of the cashier. But the service is fast and speedy!
(4)Twee V.
I am addicted.... Peanut Butter Cupcake and Lemon Blossom
(4)Imraan H.
Best cupcake I've ever had. Lava fudge was out of this world. Not cheap but worth every penny.
(5)Grace W.
Mmm the red velvet was delicious, especially with an Illy cappuccino. I liked that they actually used cream cheese frosting and the glittery fondant heart was a nice touch. I will always have a soft spot for Magnolia's and Sprinkles - but at least I can get a pretty good cupcake fix while i'm in Boston!
(4)Sara H.
Stopped in here after coming back from Sam Adams. One of my boston friends gave me a tip that if you're within the first ?? # of people you can get a free cupcake. You just have to like them on FB and they post the "secret" flavor on their wall. So we walked in around 11:50 and I was a bit skeptical that they would have any free ones left because it was pretty late already. However, they still had free ones!!! It was a chocolate cupcake with strawberry frosting it was DELICIOUS. The seating inside is a bit limited, but overall I had a good, FREE, experience!
(4)Rosie Y.
Meh. I love cupcakes, but I don't think these are particularly special. They're tiny, compared to a lot of other cupcake shops, which makes them adorable, I guess. The frosting is average but the cakes are soft and fresh. They have a ton of interesting flavors. They charge you for the box. It's not much, but seriously? How are you supposed to take a cupcake home? Carry it in your hands on the T? Put it in a paper bag and hope that the frosting magically doesn't get squished? Put it in your pocket like Napoleon Dynamite? They have barely any seating, so it just seems insulting. I mean, it would be like if you went to a coffee shop and they charged you for a cup, or if you went to a restaurant and they charged you for a plate.
(2)D M.
I died and went to red velvet cupcake heaven! The BEST cream cheese frosting I've ever had. Super light and fluffy yet very flavorful. This place is so great they should get their own tv show! ;)
(5)Andrea B.
There's a line of customers every time I've walked by this place, so I finally decided to see what all the cupcakey fuss was about (that's not a typo, I just felt like making up a word). Unfortunately, that line was deceiving, because there wasn't really anything special about them. They're smaller than your average cupcake, but not any cheaper. The frosting was good. I'll give them that. It wasn't too sweet, but it was creamier than most that I've tasted. The cake was dry though, so no matter how good that frosting is, there's really no saving it. I guess I should have gone to Crumbs. Cue sad face.
(2)Jenelle J.
Folks, a big cupcake chain finally made it to Boston. Georgetown cupcakes already has stakeholds in several cities (Georgetown, New York, among others) and now in the last two weeks has infiltrated Boston. Makes me proud to feel that we in Beantown are attracting culinary greatness. Nevertheless, seeing - er- tasting - is believing, so we went ahead to try a few. Got a half dozen of their treats and they were well done. Impressions? These cakes reminded me heavily of the Sprinkles cakes - from the consistency of the frosting, the cupcake sprinkles on top, to the icons they used in their logo. Honestly it reminded me of Sprinkles a little too much which was disappointing to me, especially after all Sprinkles came first in the cupcake bakery business. Nevertheless, I can tell they have put a lot of work into bringing in great quality ingredients, even if originality isn't their strong point. Overall great cupcakes - my suggestions would be to vary up the classic selection - there seems to be too much chocolate-themed flavors. Also the cake itself was a little too tense for me. Whenever I taste tense cake I worry about freshness. Nevertheless the frosting was spot-on each time but could have been a little more generous! Great job Georgetown cupcakes for bringing in great variety to the Boston cupcake scene!
(5)Khuyen P.
Yes please! With auntie Hanh who suggested eating here. This is my second try out - I've had the LA location so it's nice to be on the east coast version. Lines out the door. Cupcakes out of this world. I highly recommend these wonderful sweets.
(5)Courtney D.
My absolute favorite cupcake at this time is the Triple Caramel / Salted Caramel at Georgetown Cupcake. No, I have not abandoned the Cherry Blossom Cupcake, but since I can only get it during the month of April, I have found a wonderful alternative in the Triple Caramel / Salted Caramel Cupcake. I did a little investigation on the difference between the Triple Caramel and the Salted Caramel and this is what I have come up with: 1. Triple Caramel is one of the free cupcake of the day options which doesn't come around enough if you ask me! 2. Salted Caramel can only be acquired on Tuesdays and Saturdays My conclusion is this; whether or not you get the Triple Caramel or Salted Caramel cupcake from Georgetown Cupcakes, you will love every single bite and will even lick your fingers when you are done. Need I say more?
(5)Julie G.
I was extremely excited to learn that Georgetown Cupcake was opening right near where I work earlier this year. Well, excited and afraid. Afraid because, if I liked it, it could quite possibly end up visiting at least once a week. Not good...especially when trying to follow Weight Watchers. Anyways, on to the review. Although I have had some self control, I have been back several times. My favorite flavors so far are the coconut, lemon blossom and pumpkin spice. They are amazing! Sooo much better than that place, Sweet, down the street. I love cupcakes...but let me tell you, Sweet does not make cupcakes; they make dry lumps, resembling cupcakes but with what tastes like a stick of butter on top. Back to Georgetown Cupcake....I've also tried the Chocolate PB Chip, the Red Velvet and a Vanilla Birthday Cupcake. The first two were really good but unfortunately, I wasn't too impressed with the birthday cupcake; which is the only reason I'm not giving this place 5 stars. Birthday Cake is one of my favorite things in the world but this cupcake left me craving real birthday cake. It had sort of a fruity flavor to it. Another thing that I really like about Georgetown is that the cupcakes aren't too big so I don't feel extremely guilty letting myself indulge once in a while. The only other little thing I could complain about is that the price for a dozen cupcakes is a little on the expensive side...$30. Buying a few cupcakes is a steal but I would probably bake my own cupcakes for a larger group of people before spending that much. Sounds like an awfully negative review for 4 stars, huh? I guess I can just be a negative person but trust me, Georgetown Cupcake is amazing!!! All of the cupcakes I have tried were really good. I even have a menu pinned to my wall at work with check marks next to all the ones I've tried!!
(4)Raquelita K.
Salted caramel cupcake was excellent. Not overly sweet frosting and great cake texture. Best cupcake in Boston.
(5)Critical S.
I've been here a couple of times and the quality has been consistent. The cupcakes are moist, not crumbly. They are a good size for a quick snack - you won't feel guilty if you buy (and eat) two cupcakes. Absolutely come here If you are looking for a quick sweet fix.
(4)Stacy-Michelle R.
This place actually makes me angry. After 10 years of gluten free living (yes - I've had Celiac since before it was cool), I'm always excited to see trendy places with gluten free stuff. I went a couple times before christmas and they have ONE gluten free option - Chocolate Lava. I'm not a fan of the giant chunk of fudge, but I will do damn near anything for a cupcake that tastes like...well...a cupcake. I think I posted on facebook asking for other options. C'mon - you have like 500 cupcakes - give us two gluten free ones? I wish that was where my issue with this place ended...cause I'd kill for a good lava cupcake right now. Cut to after the holidays. I stopped by with the BF on a walk (mind you - by the time we are there, I'm already 2 miles from home, and really, we went on a walk for cupcakes)...and 2:30 in the afternoon on a Saturday, they are out of Gluten Free cupcakes. Fine. He gets to eat cupcakes in front of me (he should not do this, but I digress). (OK, seriously though - he doesn't even really LIKE cupcakes? WTF?!?!). End of January, I'm in the neighborhood and stop by again (bringing a friend in) in the evening. They are out of Gluten-Free cupcakes. Ugh. C'mon - it's not like I can just pick another one. I have a disease for crying out loud!! Once again....I'm watching other people eat cupcakes in front of me. I'm starting to re-think friendships at this point. While I can't ask my friends to not enjoy a cupcake, it's really messed up that they would do this to me. And, it's really messed up that Georgetown Cupcake would cause them to do this to me. Then we have a blizzard. After the Blizzard (Sunday?) they proclaim on Facebook that they will open at noon! Huzzah! Cupcakes after a Blizzard! I'm sledding in the park, so what the hell. I get there and get in the line a few minutes before noon. They open late cause...I don't know why. Maybe after two days closed they forgot how the lock works? I'm not sure. We get inside, and they have ONE type of cupcake available. It's not even the free one, so they're giving it out in place of the free one. I ask about the GF ones - and they are "not making them today." Seriously? So - you make it clear that you have Gluten Free ones, and then decide that if it's a crazy day, you're just not going to make them? How is this a viable business option? What's that? You're going to ride on your TV fame and just not give a crap about the rest of us? Awesome. I may have been visibly upset at this time. *May* might be an understatement. This is the first time they offer up a little "free cupcake" card to me - for my trek over and lack of even an option. I'm upset, but I'll take it. A free cupcake is a free cupcake. Cut to a few days later (which was a few days ago - I had to calm down before writing this. Seriously - they make me angry). I'm doing a girls day out, and we're in the north end, and decide to go for a walk for a cupcake. Hey - I have a free coupon burning a hole in my pocket...might as well use it. We walk the couple miles over (seriously - it's actually two miles) and stand in line. I'm ecstatic. They have Gluten Free Salted Caramel Chocolate. Salt and Caramel together are like crack to me, AND it's not a stupid lava cupcake. I'm ready to buy half a dozen of them just so i can cuddle with them. It's a Tuesday afternoon. What are the chances that they will have sample ones out for me to look at, have it on the list for me to stare at while I'm in line, AND THEN BE OUT OF THEM?!?!? Seriously. What are those chances? Should I have bought a lottery ticket after? I believe my exact words were "You have to be f**king kidding me?!?" - at which point one of the cashiers freaked out a little and said something like "Oh my god, it's the same lady as the snow day?!?" I think she felt bad for me, because I certainly didn't treat them bad even though I was pissed. Seems I made an impression. So - beyond this book of a review - here is my recommendation to Georgetown Cupcakes (if you people even read this). Make extra Gluten Free cupcakes. People who have to will go damn near anywhere for something GF that tastes good (and they were good). You should have leftovers when you close. EVERY DAY. Because, if someone stops by and even mildly likes them, they will drag 3 other people there, buy 2 dozen regular cupcakes for a holiday party, and ATTEMPT TO GO THERE AND BE DISAPPOINTED FOUR TIMES BEFORE THEY GIVE UP. But, once they give up, they (me) will not only never go there again, they will find ways to talk other people out of going there, forbid their friends to go there, and even direct people who are in your line to the other cupcake place that is a nice pretty walk down the street (and a local business). If you're eating GF, you can't just grab another flavor. We are a loyal bunch...make us happy, and we bring people to you!!
(1)Rose T.
I love this place. They provide delivery service. I ordered a dozen and asked them to pick for me. It was a fab choice for a birthday. All are delicious.
(5)Phil O.
Hands down amazing cupcakes. We ordered the coffee crumb cupcake which was amazing. There are lots of chocolate flavors as well. Generally, most cupcake places have very dry cupcakes that have been sitting out for a while. Georgetown cupcakes makes theirs fresh daily & I would recommend to anyone!
(4)Nikki V.
I tagged along to the shop's preview with a friend on Thursday, mainly for a fun little excursion. My mom is a pretty masterful baker and, because of this, I tend not to be a huge fan of store-bought cupcakes since they don't really compare to hers (I know, I know, groan). Well, the surprise was on me. These cupcakes were fantastic. After grabbing our glasses of champagne, my friend and I wandered back to the kitchen, where the servers were loading up their cupcake trays to disperse amongst the guests. We struck up a conversation with one of the bakers (nice, very friendly staff at Georgetown, btw) who saw us gawking at the shelves of cupcakes behind him and asked which we'd like to try. Overwhelmed, I asked what his favorites were and he pulled a Cookies & Creme and Peanut Butter Fudge cupcake down for me. I was immediately sold on Georgetown after one bite of their Cookies & Creme. It was Phe.Nomenal. Frosting is usually my biggest point of contention with store-bought cupcakes as I generally find it a tad too sweet (even though I like sweet things). This frosting was pitch-perfect, with a delicious, perfectly moist cupcake to boot. Then I tried the Peanut Butter Fudge and was officially floored. Rich chocolate with a drip of fudge in the middle and a decadent peanut butter frosting. Mmmmmmm. While back there, we also tried the Vanilla-squared, Red Velvet, and Boston Creme cupcakes. The Vanilla-squared was good, though the cupcakes could have stood to be a tad more moist. The same for the Red Velvet cupcake, although the slight lack of moisture was overshadowed by the cream cheese frosting, which was a show-stopper. The Boston Creme, to be honest, I can't fairly comment on (though I did love the shamrock fondant adorning its top) because by that point I was full from all the rich goodies--and these were MINI cupcakes. The presentation is great too. All of the cupcakes have the signature Georgetown swirl of frosting, adorned with a small, fondant decoration.The shop itself is cute and airy, with splashes of pink everywhere. It's definitely a great atmosphere to walk into. I will absolutely be going back for more (sorry, Mom!). Do yourself a favor and check out the Cookies & Cream and Peanut Butter Fudge cupcakes for yourself.
(4)M. N.
The cupcakes are very cute and delicious. Perhaps a little over rated due to the cupcake hype right now in Boston? There is almost always a line however the selection and variety of cupcakes are wonderful. I like how they switch the flavours around too. It's reasonably priced considering its demand too. Some of the cupcakes are way too sweet for me though!
(3)Quyen C.
I had heard a lot about Georgetown Cupcake because of their show, DC Cupcake, and because we had tried to go to the shop in Georgetown numerous times but there's always a huge line around the block and we've never bothered to wait. This place actually lives up to the hype! I happened to pass by the store today and decided to pop in to pick up a few. I ended up with a half dozen (for $15 which is reasonably priced). I got the salted caramel, red velvet, lemon blossom, chocolate and vanilla, milk chocolate birthday and vanilla birthday. The flavors were all fantastic! They were all moist and although the frosting was buttercream (not marshmallow fluff) it didn't taste overly sweet. My favorites were the salted caramel and red velvet. Will definitely be back!
(4)Sarah S.
I've been to , Curly Cakes and Sweet, and Georgetown takes the cake! It's $2.75 per cake with a good cake to frosting ratio. The cake is moist, and the frosting is sweet and flavorful. Most of their frosting has a cream cheese taste to it, which I love! I recommend the vanilla birthday cupcake and red velvet. They also have a gluten- free chocolate cupcake which is outstanding. Every day they have a Super Secret cupcake for the first 100 people to order it by name (they post the cupcake flavor on their Facebook and twitter). Every single one has been delicious so far. I'd recommend getting there by 11 am to get a super secret cupcake, although every so often I've been able to nab one early afternoon. Not very much seating and sometimes there are long lines, but now that it has been established for a few months the lines are no longer out the door.
(5)Nicole W.
YUM! Wish they had more seats in here but cupcakes are a pretty portable food and besides, it probably won't last longer than 30 seconds in your hand.
(4)K C.
I was thrilled when they first opened, but since then I feel they've lost focus of the customer and are more concerned with promoting the TLC reality show. I was going to use them for my wedding and have changed my mind based on recent poor experiences in the bakery. The service is very slow (young staff) and I feel the quality has gone down. It's too bad, but they will continue to thrive being on Newbury Street -- until the next dessert trend arrives.
(2)Crystal E.
Red velvet cupcake is to die for! Very light which I liked that. Certainly creative with flavors and all of that. Will definitely order from there again.
(4)Amy G.
There's been a line here for three days. I was not surprised the first day, since they were giving out free cupcakes, but was very impressed by the determinedness of Bostonian cupcake eaters waiting in a very long line on the second and third days of the Georgetown Cupcake opening to purchase the treats. The constant crowd raised my already high expectations for their product. Lucky for me, a friend works here so I eagerly anticipated a delivery of leftover treats yesterday night. Of the variety she brought back, she suggested the strawberry (and fruit flavors in general) so of course I took that insider's recommendation. As soon as I smelled the aroma of real, fresh strawberries and saw sizable chunks of red fruit in the heavenly white vanilla cake, I knew I had chosen well. The main characteristics that I think showed the expertise of the renowned bakery was that the cupcake was light and not overly sweet, and I didn't feel weighted down or slothful after eating it, which can happen with less balanced desserts. I'm simultaneously happy and fearful that someone I know would potentially be able to bring me treats on a regular basis...Oh so good for the taste buds, but I'll have to exercise extra to make up for it! Because not eating them is simply not an option.
(5)Renita K.
The cupcakes are cute and all, but they're WAY too sweet and fairly overpriced. And def way overrated. They're good, but there are definitely better places to get cupcakes.
(2)R F.
LOVE LOVE LOVE. okay so i first saw the tv show then found out they opened shop here in boston and DIED. the fact that their standard frostings are cream cheese based- huge hit. it's a nice relief from the typical powdered sugar shortening/butter mix that most people use. cupcakes are SUPER moist and delicious even days after you buy them. I've gone a few times (they're now my go to for birthdays whether it's for me or a friend). one time i asked for custom fondant decos. SUPER FRIENDLY SERVICE. i emailed back and forth with one of the managers and sent her images from google about what i wanted and asked if i could get something close to that (hello kitty as a pastry chef) and she said the images were perfect! I guess the fondant printer they have...they take images from the internet anyway so they were able to use the actual pictures i wanted. assortment was perfect too. Second time around i got another 2 dozen...pre ordered online. i asked them to vary the frosting colors and sprinkles/fondant deco's if possible. i also got a couple of 24 decos (it was my 24th bday) on some of them. I made a memo of asking if they could vary each box. basically i wanted each box to be nice and colorful. aka not all the chocolates in one. Went to pick them up and they even let me check them to make sure i was happy with the assortment. amazing customer service. friendly and happy people. If you go in the back you can even see the pastry cooks frosting the cupcakes. I will say even though i'm only there to pick up pre-orders, i've noticed their patience is excellent. I've seen tons of people just asking for a few minutes to pick out what cupcakes they want and they are SUPER courteous. often times too if i see someone trying to build a dozen they have to run back around the corner and kinda point at the one they want. but the person at the register is always super nice. best cupcakes (over sweet....gerogetown makes me never want to go to Sweet again) in Boston. reasonably priced for newbury st. cupcakes plus the tv show fame... and i promise it's worth every penny. the cupcakes i have left over i'll eat one at a time for breakfast with coffee. and five days later they're still moist and delicious (refrigerate them though if you're keeping them for a few days). finally glad to have found a spot that nailed appearance and flavor for cupcakes!!!
(5)Meghan H.
Become a fan of Georgetown Cupcakes on twitter/facebook and they occasionally feature a free flavor if you ask for it by name. Seasonal flavors are the best with a wide and rotating variety as well as the usual standbys. Service is speedy and the staff is upbeat. They are extremely helpful with any questions you have about flavors or mixing a selection. A wonderful experience and a great personal treat if you're in the area.
(4)Sam S.
Chocolate. Salted. Caramel.
(5)Beverly D.
As a tourist visitng Boston, I was amazed to see a line of at least 20 people standing on the sidewalk outside of a cupcake shop. After asking a couple of people what was so special, I had no choice but to join the line and find out for myself. Flavor true to name, freshness right out of the oven and an incredible feeling of joy was what I got when I tasted this delicious cupcake. A little pricey perhaps, but the overall experience was well worth it!
(5)Bret C.
This place was insanity on Saturday for the grand opening...Wait times apparently up to 4 hours at one point. TLC was filming as well. So - gave it a shot on Sunday with a far shorter line. This place has a ton of flavors and it's a welcome addition to Newbury Street. I've got to imagine Sweet is hurting just a few blocks away. Tried 3 flavors and the lava fudge was my favorite. Everything was fresh and they have a HUGE crew churning these things out. Nothing bad to say about Georgetown Cupcake except that I feel like Crumbs has got it beat ever so slightly in terms of taste and certain flavors. In terms of prices ($2.75 is actually fair relative to others), shop look/feel, location and hours, Georgetown is a winner by a mile. It was nice to see Katherine who is the founder handing out orders to customers as well. I've heard that if you call ahead to order you don't need to wait in line...Just a tip.
(4)Chi-Chi S.
I didn't expect this place to be a chain but the name kinda of suggested so. And I came across this place on the stylish Newbury st out of sheer serendipity. I tried the Earl grey teacake. Yum!!! Def beat all other cupcakes I've had so far. Even better than crum. take one star off cos there were literally only two tables in the store.
(4)Opie J.
Being gluten free I am used to dry crumbly cakes and cupcakes, but Georgetown Cupcakes has changed all that. I stood in line at their Newberry location for 20 minutes Saturday night to try one. They have one GF flavor each day and this was chocolate peanut butter fudge. The only criticism I have is that it should be served with a fork! It was sooo moist, I later wished I had ordered 2. My friend had the key lime and loved it also. If you want take out, they give you them in a cute little pink box. Great dessert!
(5)Ryan T.
Coming from LA (arguably the source of this cupcake madness), I was a bit underwhelmed with the cupcakes here. They do have a nice rotation of daily and seasonal offerings. What can't be matched, however, is the way that places like Sprinkles get the sweetness and moisture of the cupcakes JUST RIGHT. Keep in mind, if you brought me one of these cupcakes I would be nothing but smiles, but as a store that only offers one thing, you better be really good at it!
(3)Cal F.
I was actually really surprised how GOOD these cupcakes were. I've been to a lot of cities and tried a lot of trendy cupcake places and most of them aren't as good as they look. This place is an exception! The red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting was delightfully sweet. I thought the frosting was divine, but it is SWEET and ABUNDANT. But really - thats something you have to expect at a cupcake place. These aren't supposed to be the normal portioned, plain-jane cupcakes you could make at home. The marbled brownie cup"cake" was also very good. But it didn't really need any frosting at all ... the brownie portion of it was indulgent enough. They have a great display and the location couldn't be better. Worth a visit (and a taste)!
(4)S T.
Moist, tasty, and not too sweet. I had coconut and salty carmel. Both were delicious, with coconut the best!!! And they put your cupcakes in the cutest pink box. I ordered the two cupcakes and the girl made a wax paper partition so they would not touch. And there's no charge for the box, unlike Sweet, which charges $0.50 for a brown card board box. Better than Cakeology, better than Sweet, better than Sprinkles, better than Lulus, better than Isabelle's Curly Cakes, better than Kick-Ass. This is my FAVORITE Cupcake shop!!! Tip: To avoid lines go during dinner time. I was there at 6PM on a Saturday night. Just a few gals, glued next to the window display of cupcakes trying to decide what to order. I saw want I wanted, walked right passed them, ordered, and paid the cashier. I was in and out in 3 minutes.
(5)P L.
Family of 5. Bought the 6 pack for $15. We carried these back on the train to our home in the suburbs. They pack them in cupcake holders inside the pink carton, so they traveled fine. We demolished our cupcake in a couple minutes. Frostings are fabulous, fresh and the cake recipes are moist and flavorful. Balanced and not overdone with mountains of frosting like some bakeries (yuck). The line onto the sidewalk was long, but it was moving along and I'd say it took 15-20 min total time. Worth the wait and a great way to end a terrific shopping day around Boylston and Newbury St.
(4)Sarah H.
Yes, cupcakes are trendy and yes, the last thing anyone wants is another trendy cupcake store to add to the trendy cupcake scene... but really, come on, are the cupcakes in Boston really all that great? Georgetown cupcakes is worth a try and open mind in the tired cupcake scene. After many at bats at many other places, I've become a firm believer in this place. Other places are too dry or too greasy (disgustingly so) or others are just like eating a ball of starchy sugar. Georgetown Cupcakes has a great balance of moist cake, flavor, and not being overly or excessively sweet so you can really taste the flavors they're developing. They have a diverse daily menu--honey banana on Mondays is really really delicious. Whatever day they have maple and salted caramel--definitely try them. Strawberry is also excellent. The guy at the store said all their fruit in their cupcakes are from local farms that is delivered daily and used at once. You can taste the freshness. Also, the earl gray one was the least stimulating--I do not recommend trying that.
(4)Joanna T.
Oh GC, how I miss you so. GC was one of the things on my to-do-list when I flew from Texas to Boston to visit a friend as we don't have it here in the Lone Star State, unfortunately. My friend and I bought several flavours to try and my absolute favorite is the Mint Cookies & Creme. I'm not a huge frosting fan but these were amazing with the right amount of sweet. Their cupcakes are a tad bit smaller than your average cupcakes such as Sprinkles, but they are loaded with more awesomeness. My only complaint is that I am tortured here in TX with no Georgetown Cupcakes to satisfy my sweet tooth.
(5)Mary T.
LOVE their cupcakes, definitely infinitely better than Sweet which I'm wondering, how much longer will stay around on this street now that Georgetown is here. I've been numerous times, trying a different flavor each time since they opened, Because of this, I want this place to be successful, BUUUUUUUT, please, ATTN:OWNERS, I would like to bring to your attention that whoever is managing this store is overlooking the cleanliness and general ambiance of this place!!!! Owners, you need to be aware that thie cleanliness in this place is going DOWNHILL FAST. While the cupcakes, counter, behind counter still looks clean and orderly, the eating area by the door and in the back are FILTHY and already extremely dingy, considering they're fairly new, and specially since the look of the shop is supposed to be clean, crisp, bright and pink. The bathroom is GROSS, the lock isn't even working but at least there is a sign that indicates that so it politely requests that you prop it open with the little cupcake cardboard box that they left on the floor so it can be propped open when not in use, to signal to whoever needs to use the bathroom that it's available. Really nice specially since there is an eating area in the back so you can have a nice view of the filthy bathroom while you're eating. It's quite obvious that the bathroom hasn't been cleaned for a while as there is so much build of dinginess and sticky lint dust right in the area where the toilet seat attached to the bowl, and the same with the sink. There was so much crud and buildup on it. It really was appalling. I should have taken pictures to bring to your attention. Probably made more stark by the bright lights and supposed crisp "look" of the place. I have a vested interest in this place as I want it to succeed as I love their cupcakes but come on! Someone needs to regularly, periodically clean up and sweep everywhere. The table in the front had so much litter below the table, looks like several chocolate cupcakes and their paper wrappers dropped on the floor and got stepped on.
(2)Hannah P.
Ew, ew, ew, ew, ew. I went to Georgetown after a friend told me they were great cupcakes and cheaper than Sweet. Okay. The cupcake I had - chocolate hazelnut - was $2.75 plus tax (other places have tax included), so it ended up being $3. And I could eat it in TWO BITES. Sweet's cupcakes and Crumb's cupcakes are more expensive, but at least, you know, you're getting 50% more cupcake for $.25 more (tax included!). I think I'd rather splurge the quarter, wouldn't you? They also charge you for a box, which leaves cupcakes everywhere. And don't get me started on their system. All I wanted was one measly cupcake on a napkin. The cashier couldn't even get that for me - I had to wait in another line after ordering, which then took 15 minutes to finally get my cupcake, even though she had nothing to do. What kind of service is that? I get waiting for 6+ cupcakes, but for 1, that's a little bit ridiculous. The cake was just some kind of dry chocolate with hazelnuts on top. It didn't even taste like it had sugar. So after a long time of waiting for one cupcake that I could've gotten in two seconds and eaten in another two, I spent about 15.2 minutes at Georgetown and left completely unsatisfied. Should I say it? Just walk down the block to ANY OTHER CUPCAKE SHOP. Even if they don't have a TV show they might actually have tasty cupcakes.
(1)Lydia P.
I have been dying to try Georgetown Cupcakes because I am a big fan of the show. DC Cupcakes did not disappoint! I ordered the mint cookie cupcake. The frosting was very minty, but not overpowering. The cake was the perfect consistency - firm, but crumbly. It fell apart in my hands! :-) There were also bits of cookies embedded in the cake. I wish I could have tried the renowned chocolate lava cake, but I had to save room for dinner. The one thing that would make me give it 5 stars is if the service was a bit speedier. The cupcakes are all pre-made, so I was a bit surprised at the long wait to receive my order. Otherwise, Georgetown Cupcakes was a hit in my book.
(4)Shelagh M.
I have not been to the location, but I did have the pleasure of eating one of their red velvet cupcakes. This can barely even compare to Sweet or Kickass Cupcakes because it is approximately ONE MILLION times better. They are super-moist, not too sweet, and the price is right. I hear the wait gets crazy there, but I think it's worth it.
(5)C H.
I had my first Georgetown Cupcake yesterday and must say it was the best cupcake I've ever had!! I never had even heard of the place until yesterday when someone brought 4 pink boxes to a party and now I'm hooked!!
(5)Netta L.
Just OK...cupcake part was dry. Frosting was delicious. We tried red velvet, choc/vanilla, peanut butter and coconut. The peanut butter was AMAZING! But again, the cakes were dry. $2.75 for one $15 for 6 Very expensive. Also, they seem to be smaller than standard cupcakes. Maybe because it's Newbury Street and everything is petite and trendy. These are better than the cupcakes in Harvard Square.
(2)Shijia L.
Some of the cupcakes were literally the best I have ever had in my life! The strawberry chess cake (maybe called this) tasted wonderfully! So many layers and they matched each other so good! Chocolate square are tasty as well, the sauce wasn't greasy at all. I will get a dozen for myself the next time!
(5)Caitlyn C.
Don't be scared by the line! It moves quickly, and gives you time to eye up all of the flavors. While pricey and small compared to other cupcakes, most of the ones my husband and I tried were so delicious that it was worth it. That whipped chocolate frosting...baking is my hobby, and it will be my mission in life to recreate that frosting. Also, I'm more of a chocolate person, but their Lemon and Vegan Apple Cinnamon were amongst our favorites. Get at least a dozen, how can you choose otherwise?! Also, when we went it was freezing out in Boston, and were lucky enough to get a table, so we sipped on some of the most delicious hot chocolate I remember.
(4)Megan M.
I don't really understand the hype of this place. I've tried most of the different favors & the only one I thought was really something special was the Cherry Blossom. The other favors are just average.
(3)Alicia S.
There is no line which is nice because Georgetown always has a line. However they run out of cupcakes really quick and it was sad that they just can't keep up with the demand
(3)M D.
Yummy cupcakes. The cupcakes are very fresh and delicious. The frosting is excellent and flavorful! The store is very busy and cute. The staff works hard but were helpful and engaging. The best cupcakes in Boston!
(5)Amanee W.
This place is amazing. The only reason why I gave it four stars is because its a really tight space and when its croweded it can get a bit uncomfortable. Other then that this place rocks. My favorite cupcakes (that I have tried so far) are the pumpkin cheesecake and strawberry. The pumpkin spice isnt bad but I just wish it were a bit more moist. Other then that this place is amazing and almost every flavor is delicious! I cant comment on their teas and coffees because I have never tried them, but the cupcakes are to die for, very classy place for cupcakes.
(4)Lauren E.
I work on the same street as this place, so it is very convenient to run there for a sweet treat and a coffee. It's usually a pretty decent experience, however, today changed that. I went to order a few coffees for my coworkers and I, one being a simply iced coffee black. When I saw the coffee, there were about 3 melting ice cubes floating at the top of it. I kindly asked if it was possible to get some more ice seeing as an ICED coffee should have a pretty adequate amount of ice in it. Not only did the girl blatantly give me a dirty look for asking, but continued to have an attitude the whole time she added the few ice cubes I asked for. When I said "thank you" for going out of her way to do so, she simply turned away from me without saying anything. I am in customer service and I couldn't believe the way I was treated. I am always one to be respective of other people's jobs, but this was completely uncalled for. This isn't the first time I have had their iced coffee, but this was the first time I actually spoke up for the fact that it typically tastes like water with coffee flavoring. If you start making them correctly, I won't have to inconvenience the "barista" by asking for more ice.
(2)Kate D.
Was excited to see this place pop up on Newbury Street. Waited in the line that was out the door for 15 min. When I went to order, I found out the red velvet were sold out and the baking batch wouldn't be ready for another 20 min. Tried to order (and pay) for them and said I would wait the 20 min for them to be ready but that was against policy. They said I would need to come back when they were ready, wait in line again, and if they sold out when I was in line, I'm out of luck! Screwey system- not very customer oriented. Decided to order a dozen anyway since I had already waited. When they packaged my cupcakes they had run out of another kind (which I had ordered) so just replaced those two with standard vanilla. No good explanation- just "the ones you wanted were sold out". Uh, ok....I'll be taking my business elsewhere next time.
(1)Larry W.
The cupcakes in this place are amazing. The Hummingbird Cupcake and the Coconut Cupcake brought me to cloud 9. The service was nice and fast, especially since its usually crowded. Its best to go during a weekday, fairly early in the day.
(5)Lyra B.
All of the frostings taste like cream cheese (they do not do a very good job of disguising the taste, and although they claim some frostings are made from buttercream, they all really do taste like cream cheese). Also, the cupcakes are not all the same size; I got one normal sized cupcake, and another one that was almost half the size of the first one but was charged the same price. Overall, the quality is average and the price is sky high. Won't be coming back. Will just bake my own 24 cupcakes at home for a mere fraction of the price of one cupcake here.
(1)Ika M.
I'm a fan! Georgetown definitely serves the best cupcakes in Beantown. The frosting is creamy and the cake is moist and doesn't crumble, attributes that I look for in a great cupcake. If these were more modestly priced, I'd give them a 5. Solid.
(4)Vicki B.
I have been here twice. I had the pumpkin spice cupcake and red velvet. I loved both but the pumpkin one is my favorite!
(4)Taylor G.
Best cupcakes I've tried in a long time. My all time favorite in Boston. Totally worth the wait of the line, and the $ for a sweet, perfectly moist and frosted cupcake. I dream of their cupcakes!
(5)Janis L.
Great shop, thought it's always crazy busy and there's not really anywhere to sit and enjoy the cupcakes. This is my second favorite cupcake shop in the US so far. The girls do a great job with the variety of flavors and make a mean butter cream frosting. My only complaint was that the cakes are a bit dense. But they were still delicious and didn't last for the walk home :)
(4)Natassha D.
I love there cupcakes a bit on the expensive side but so much worth it for a rich tasting cupcake.
(5)Mike G.
got text from a friend who was patiently in line at store opening. got there an hour later and she was finally inside picking out the prizes (red velvet for me). have only had the pb fudge from the NY-Soho store and thought that was wee better (as anything with pb is). but honestly, don't think i've eaten enough to be talking cupcakes, so have a try and you decide.
(3)Pat C.
I was a little bit disappointed with Georgetown Cupcake. I like to consider myself a cupcake conneseuier, and these sweet treats were good, but not the best. They are small, and have about a 50/50 ratio of cupcake to frosting, which I did not enjoy. There are many other better options out there.
(3)David L.
They were good, but not anything too special. Basically a step up from supermarket but not on the level of a Magnolia or Buttercup. Quite expensive too.
(3)Qichen Z.
Had a banana split cupcake with a cherry on top--was the most delicious cupcake I've ever had. Beats Sweet and Kickass Cupcakes. The diabetes is worth it. Service was great as well. Even though the line was out the door, when you ordered, they got it out to us immediately.
(5)Donna G.
Great cupcakes! Expensive but worth it
(5)Laleh J.
The key lime cupcake is very tasty, and there was quite a line going out the door.
(4)Margaret G.
Hands down THE. BEST. CUPCAKES. The chocolate ganache cupcake has changed my life and I'm not ashamed to say it. The cakes are always fresh and delicious and they have so many flavors you will gladly hand over your paycheck just to try one of each. The set up on the store is also adorable. I highly and frequently recommend Georgetown Cupcakes!
(5)Katie H.
What's not to love about cupcakes? More specifically, Georgetown. They're cute, portable and not to mention delicious. They take really fun flavors and put those into bite size treats. I myself am SUCH a cupcake junkie. So Georgetown was on my bucketlist of places to visit. I was really glad I got a chance to see the Boston location! Surprisingly enough I haven't even gone to the one in NYC. Whoops. The bite sized pieces of heaven are beautifull lined up in a glass storefront. It was so sunny in there and that really (literally and figuratively) brightened up the place. Of course the place was packed and there was a line out the door. I got the chocolate peanutbutter cupcake which was phenomenal. So delicious and so well done. **TIP! If you go onto their Facebook page and look for the secret flavor of the day... if you ask for it, you'll get a cupcake for FREE! (Considering someone didn't beat ya to it and there's still some left.) A girl I know got a free "Lava Cake", yum. Take a chance on these carefully crafted cakes.
(4)Maha H.
I have been here twice so far, once got hit by a queue outside and the second time there was no queue at all. The cupcakes vary each time we go but there are some flavours which clearly they carry all the time. This time I went for the chocolate ganache and coconut cupcakes, which were delicious. The last time I had the Dulce de Leche cupcake which was meh... I wouldn't recommend drinking coffee here as the party I was with had coffee and they didn't really recommend it. I'm not a coffee drinker so I cannot give my personal opinion on that... I think stick to the cupcakes. Would come back here again for a sugar fix.
(4)Ariar H.
They looked very pretty, but something about the taste I wasn't too crazy about. I bought six cupcakes for a friend's birthday, every one was impressed with the cute cupcakes. They were way too sweet not in a good way, not sure what kind of sweetners its mixed in the frosting. Had to throw away two of the cakes. What a shame after all they were not cheap.
(2)Devon D.
I had the cookies n creme. It was absolutely delicious! Only problem was that it's extremely sweet. Too sweet. But with a cup of coffee, it was perfect. We sat in the back (only one table back there) that you can see the open kitchen through a large glass. It was cool watching the chefs at work. My only complaint is the lack of seating. Only a table up front by the widows and a table in the back. This could be. A chic hangout spot if they had more seating. Everything was clean and tidy. They guys at the register were helpful and polite. They even have novelty boxes to ensure your cupcakes don't get crushed on the way home =)
(4)Brittany B.
Best carrot cake I've ever tasted. Love this place! Also love the chocolate cupcakes. May be a lite busy at time but it's totally worth it!
(5)Ami S.
Georgetown Cupcake is my absolute favorite cupcake bakery of all time. I have had a love of cupcakes for quite some time, but my first Georgetown experience came a few years ago when a good friend of mine took a trip to DC (their original location). She enjoyed their cupcakes so much that she decided to send me a box for my birthday. (Side note this was before the Boston location existed). I received a dozen, beautiful, cute, delicious cupcakes. That is where my Georgetown obsession started. Fast forward ... Georgetown cupcakes Boston opens! YAY! I have visited the bakery multiple times and can proudly say I have probably tried almost every flavor (almost). My favorite cupcake would have to be the blueberry cheesecake, it is usually an August flavor. The combination of graham crackers, creamy cheesecake, and fresh blueberries is insane. Other favorites include; key lime, red velvet, salted caramel and mint oreo. I can honestly say I have never had a bad cupcake here. They are always fresh, never dry. The frosting is delicious and they put just the right amount on them. They have a selection of core flavors that they have every day. Then daily flavors, which is different flavors available each day throughout the week. Then they have montly flavors, which are specialty cupcakes usually seasonal flavors, available in each individual month and only for that month. Decorations are simple and elegant. The shop is cute. Small but cute. I have never waited longer than 5 minutes at this store, i'm sure it's busier during tourist season. As I mentioned before they ship their cupcakes, so if you can't make it to the shop, order some online. I have done this 3 times and they are always perfect.
(5)Trax W.
Best cupcake ever!! Really a fan of chocolate things!
(5)Mechie L.
This is my absolutely favorite place for cupcakes! The cupcakes are not too sweet...just enough moisture in the cake. And they look so cute!! My favorite flavor is Salty Caramel~~ The downsides are: pricey for the size of the cupcake, always long line, and depends on the day of the week, it only has certain flavor. Oh!! They also DO NOT customize cupcakes...so if you want some for your wedding, they just treat you like any other customers...order what we have in stock and pick them up yourselves. So yeah, not much service... Nevertheless...the cupcakes itself deserve 5 stars...took 1 off for services
(4)Danae K.
Awesome cupcakes! A bit pricey though.. Definitely try to be one of the first 100 people of the day so you can get a free, fresh cupcake (no purchase necessary!) Follow them on twitter to know the flavor prior to walking in:)
(4)Mel B.
Delicious cupcakes and cute vibe; I got the chocolate ganache cupcake, not enough seating but that's expected on Newbury Street I guess!
(5)Jenny S.
Finally got to try this cupcake shop & for free through the daily TWITTER deal (free secret menu cupcake to the first 100 customers)!!! ---vanilla sunshine cupcake (secret flavor): I'm usually not a fan of vanilla because it's too plain Jane but theirs was very moist and flavorful!! FROSTING was pretty BUTTERY but I actually liked it!! liked them so much i'm definitely coming back to try other flavors!! THANK GOD they have one in NYC & in LA
(4)William R.
I have been a chef for 20 years and these are some of the worst cupcakes I have ever tasted. DRY and had an OFF chemical aftertaste. Cupcake city in Reading is so much better, and cheaper(NEWBURY STREET). NEVER AGAIN. Even supermarket bakeries are better. What a waste of my 5 year olds birthday, even she didn't eat them.
(1)Emily M.
When I buy cupcakes from any bakery, they're usually those overly huge ones with an excessive amount of tasteless frosting, and for $3-4. At Georgetown Cupcakes, the tiny and pricey cupcakes are like the perfect combination of deliciousness and joy. They may be expensive (now they're $3) but the way these cupcakes and frosting have been made are amazing. There are also always different flavors to choose from, and I have never eaten a bad cupcake there. The drinks are also pretty yummy The only downside to these cupcakes is that the frosting can be very delicate! On a warm day the frosting WILL melt and slip around the box if you do not eat the cupcake right away or put it in the fridge.
(5)Doug W.
Been to GC in New York and DC. The one in Boston is the same. Great. If you like awesome cupcakes, well, what more can I say. I guess this was featured in a show that I never saw but the cupcakes (especially the Red Velvet ones) are awesome. That said: If you want to order in advance (I advise it) use their website and put in your order and you can pick it up quickly plus you can see what they have but it must be in by 1700 the day before. They don't do same day. The one in Boston is in Copley Square, this means there is almost NO parking except for really expensive garages. So, have someone drive around or park illegally while the other person runs in and picks up. (the Manhattan one I just walked to and the DC one as well but that one is a long walk from the Mall). Enjoy.
(5)Joe B.
I always have to make a stop here for at least one box of cupcakes if Newbury Street is on my radar. Located on one of the busiest streets of Boston, MA good luck finding parking! I resorted to parking in a garage right down the road for $9/ half hour. Worth it? absolutely. I would call Georgetown Cupcakes my runner up to Magnolia Cupcakes of New York City. After the struggle of waiting in line you will leave with a smile on your face, beautifully decorated sweets, and a handful of choices! friendly service BUT there is a limited supply of options. Get there early in the day for the best pick!
(4)Sarah R.
By far the best cupcakes I've had in Boston. The cake itself is well made, excellent consistency and remarkably flavorful, while the frosting is both elegant and a wonderful accent to the cake.
(5)Mary T.
As I walk by this cupcakery, I was thinking--what's up with the wait? Then I saw that they were selling cupcakes at this place. And that was exactly what I was craving for. Even though the line is pretty long, I guess it moved pretty quickly. I ordered one cupcake to try, and it was a really small cupcake for almost $3. I did not think it was anything special. Also, I waited a long time to get my cupcake. The cupcake was so small, I finished it in 2 bites. This place is not as good at the yummy cupcake places in LA. I think it's all the hype about this place that makes this place so unreasonably packed.
(3)Melissa P.
Lots of flavors to choose from and, although crowded, the line moves fast. I tried the peanut butter fudge and the mint chip cookies n cream flavors. Both were amazing! I love cupcakes and most places I've been the frosting is too sweet and doesn't have much flavor (besides sugar). These cupcakes were rich and had a great taste. The mint cookies n cream was especially good. The only thing is I wish they had more than 2 tables inside.
(4)Christine L.
I was headed to Georgetown for the weekend, so why not start it out by getting a taste at Georgetown Cupcake in Boston? Since I'm not a huge fan of super sweet things, I tried their Lemon Blossom cupcake on a Friday afternoon, and it was absolutely delicious! I started off with the delicious lemon slice gummy on top, followed by a bite of their moist cake sprinkled with lemon rind. The frosting was awesome, lemon-y but not sour, with just the right amount of sweetness. The line was pretty short when I went, and the whole area is just adorable. I must come back someday to try a secret flavor before they run out. :)
(5)Annie W.
I like light cupcakes - the kind you can sort of inhale. Georgetown does cupcakes right, from the generous mound of super-smooth cloud-like frosting dollop on top to the fluffy cake part underneath. Certain cake bases are better than others I've found; they do an excellent vanilla, red velvet, chocolate, caramel, and strawberry cake but their carrot cake was more like a cinnamon cake with a couple strips of carrot mixed in (a bit dry and disappointing). The cream cheese frosting however, on both the carrot cake and red velvet were divine - super whipped and just the right hint of sugar, like a sweet cream-cheese-butter cloud. Go early to get their secret flavor of the day - they run out of these fast!
(4)Michael A.
Holy cupcakes!! Thank you Georgetown Cupcakes for delivering to Bar Lola for my fiancee's surprise birthday party! They were a hit as well as delicious! PS I never liked cupcakes until I tried a Georgetown cupcake (yes I'm itching for brownie ... oops I mean, cupcake points)!
(5)Aishwarya S.
Best cupcakes ever! The cupcakes are extremely moist, fresh and soft and have the perfect texture. Been there multiple times and I've never been disappointed. One star off as they don't have enough seating - which becomes a problem when it is freezing out there!
(4)Tiffany H.
The store is cute and bright, and as soon as I entered, I was greeted by the girl behind the counter with a big smile. I had placed an order online for 6 cupcakes the day before, but when i arrived, they didn't have my order. However, everyone was very nice and immediately started putting together my order, plus they gave me a complimentary tea. My order was ready before I had even gotten a sip of tea (so really, I didn't have to wait long AT ALL). I thought their service was superb. The cupcakes were great, too. The cakes were moist, but not too moist that it was soft. Like most cupcake places, there is a tad more frosting than I care for, but I can always just scrape some off, so that didn't bother me. I liked the Red Velvet cupcake, and my friend really enjoyed the Lemon Blossom cupcake I had gotten her. I also tried the Vegan Apple Cinnamon, which was surprisingly good.
(5)Jasmine X.
Having heard the hype for this place forever, this was my one must go-to place while I was in Boston for a day. Took us forever to walk down Newbury to get there, but I think it was well worth the wait. I got a classic Vanilla cupcake and a salted caramel one and was not disappointed. These cupcakes are interesting because I was expecting something more similar to the gourmet cupcakes that you would see at Sprinkles. I actually felt like the Georgetown cupcakes were really just miniature cupcakes rather than special gourmet cupcakes. That being said, I'm definitely a fan and would go back. The cupcakes are just the right amount of sweetness. I was also able to fly one back home to California for my parents to try and it maintained its taste for about 30 hours or so which is always impressive. tldr; cute cupcake place, would at least check out once!
(4)C. B. W.
I have to say that we because we stop by at least 2x a month, we notice, even my 8 year old, that the icing is inconsistent. One day, the buttercream icing was very sweet like someone dropped a bag of sugar while making it. It was just upsetting especially when thats the reason why we go there, for the not so overly sweet frosting..
(3)Kasem W.
I got 6 cupcakes...one from each flavor. By far, it's the best cupcakes I've had in Boston area, and I'm NOT a cupcake fan to begin with ... so when they impress me with cupcakes, that's big deal!
(5)Liz B.
I'm obsessed with red velvet cupcakes, and am difficult to please...it took me years to find a place with a version I liked in North Carolina. Thankfully my hunt for a great red velvet cupcake in Boston only took me a couple weeks. GC's is fantastic. Moist, rich, slightly chocolately cake, and creamy smooth frosting to contrast. I'd prefer a bit more cream cheese flavor in the frosting, which was slightly too bland and not tangy enough for me, but it's still a darn wonderful red velvet cupcake. I look forward to coming back to try the other flavors. I've seen the place mobbed with giant lines on weekends, but managed to pop in at about 5 pm on a weekday when there was no line at all. So you may want to be strategic about when you stop by to avoid a huge wait.
(4)Emily L.
Awesome cupcakes! So many different varieties. They have free daily cupcakes specials for the first 100 guests (no purchase necessary). You can find out the cupcake of the day if you follow them on facebook (D.C. location).
(4)Karis O.
A line at the door everytime I pop by and it is 100% well deserved. If I could marry a cupcake, it would be the Georgetown Red Velvet Cupcake. Please tell me what place in Boston makes them better. Trying to hit me with the North End? Sorry. Going to highly disagree with you on that one. Milk Chocolate Birthday=it's an effing celebration every time I eat one. Carrot cake? Sure, that's my vegetable serving for the day. These cupcakes are the BOMB DOT COM. I will literally find any excuse to stop in and treat myself: "The suns out. I need a cupcake."
(5)Idy T.
Strolling on Newbury St. and seeing a long line outside of Georgetown Cupcake, I was a little curious what the hype was about. I stood in line like everybody else waiting to order a cupcake. They have a specific list of cupcakes that they make everyday so you can only order the flavors from that list, but there is a wide variety of flavors. Each cupcake is $2.75 plus tax. I originally ordered the PB Fudge but while I was waiting for my cupcake, one of the workers called me over and said they ran out. I was a little upset and I was left with no choice but to changed my cupcake choice to Vanilla Birthday. :( After the long wait, I finally got my cupcake. The cupcake was a little smaller than I had expected. Compared to Sprinkles back at home and other cupcake places, I did not think that Georgetown Cupcake was anything special. The cupcake is moist but I did not like the frosting. This place was also really hectic and crowded. People were walking around everywhere. It was crazy! I do not know what all the hype is about! Georgetown Cupcake wasted over 30-45 minutes of my life that I can never get back! I will only come back again if I really really crave cupcakes and also if the lines are shorter.
(3)Nina N.
The best part of visiting Boston is my 10am trip to Georgetown Cupcakes. I love waking up in the morning knowing I'll get to start my day with a free cupcake (thanks twitter!). The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, adding even more sweetness to the already delightful cupcakes. No trip to Boston is complete without a strawberry, banana, or chocolate mint cupcake.
(4)Jacqueline C.
Not a cupcake fan, but cupcakes here blew me away. We had the caramel, smores and cheesecake cupcake and I HAVE to say these cupcakes are soo good. Sweetness is to the point- perfect sweetness with the right amount of frosting(well, a little less doesn't hurt)and the box and designs are just cute!
(5)Justine B.
This place was the cutest. I can not complain. I got two delicious cupcakes. One was vegan (apple cinnamon) and it tasted great. I wouldn't even really know if I wasn't informed. I also got a strawberry cupcake which felt sparkly (which was awesome). Honestly the tv show is what brought me here and I don't regret it. I would definitely recommend this place and the next time I go on Newbury st I will not pass this place with regret. I'll always stop by.
(5)George D.
The best cupcakes in the world. If you hate dry cupcakes you'll never be disappointed their cakes are super moist and their frosting is rich light and fluffy. They have so many unique flavors and I love the fact that the menus changes on a daily basis so you'll never find yourself getting sick of the same old same old. When the summer hits good luck cause still to this day this place still gets lines down the street I work next door and am still shocked at the turn out this place gets.
(5)Jeannice S.
The most AMAZING cupcakes!!! The best I have ever had. Not in competition with Sprinkles or Kara cupcakes. The cookies in cream and red velvet are my favorites. Must go to if you're in Boston. Near the Commons area.
(5)Hector D.
Awesome cupcakes! I keep coming back for them because they're moist and delicious! I like that they change it up by rotating the flavors and have monthly/seasonal flavors. My top three: 1. (strawberry) lava fudge 2. oreo 3. lavender earl grey The only reason it's not getting 5 stars is that some of the cupcakes tend to be too sweet even for me (i.e. ones with the caramel or mocha in their names), but otherwise, great stuff!
(4)Tammy R.
Is it highly ironic that I live in the DC area, and yet the only Georgetown cupcake I've visited is the Newbury Street location? I visited friends in Boston in June, and we stopped by Georgetown Cupcake for a birthday cupcake. The line was out the door, but the staff was cheerfully dispensing sweet, buttery awesomeness to the masses with stylish efficiency. The cupcakes are stunning. Of course, MANY boutique cupcakes are stunning. But Georgetown Cupcake backs up the artistry with taste! Buttery, sweet, moist, lovely taste. They don't rely on cloying doses of sugar to make the cupcakes sweet; rather, they have a well-balanced ratio of sweet, buttery, and flavour. The cupcakery could use more seating, though. While it's hip to have "standing room only" in cafes and bakeries (why, hello, Mike's Pastry, you sardine can of cookie-craziness), the simplicity and friendliness of Georgetown Cupcake on Newbury Street calls for more space to lounge. And eat another cupcake.
(4)Elle S.
One of my favorite cupcakeries. When I left DC I was sad my weekly cupcake trip would be gone. When this location opened I was pumped I could get my favorites again! Interesting flavors, moist cakes, and the perfect amount of frosting for frosting lovers. They also replaced my friend's cupcake when it dropped out of her hand after we had recently left the shop, no questions or side eyes! Everyone should try Georgetown Cupcake at least once!
(5)Sarah G.
By far the best cupcakes I've ever had. I'm skeptical about shops that are just for certain types of sweets, but I can honestly say that Georgetown is doing it right. My absolute favorite is the peanut butter fudge, and when I say absolute favorite, I mean it. If I had to choose one thing to eat for the rest of my life, it would be the peanut butter fudge cupcakes. They're reasonably priced (well, as reasonably priced as a place that sells almost exclusively cupcakes can get) and every single flavor is delicious.
(5)Cathy C.
I first had Georgetown Cupcake at their flagship store in Washington, DC and it has been my favorite place for cupcakes ever since and I've been to different cities to try the best they have to offer but nothing beats Georgetown. I placed my order online just like what I did in DC because the line gets really long and my patience for standing in line is almost non-existent. By doing that, you're supposed to skip the line and just show your online receipt at the counter and your cupcakes are there waiting for you and you get out. That's not what quite happened in the Newbury location in Boston. I called at 2pm to let them know I'll be picking up my cupcakes an hour early. I was told they were ready...all 30 of them. I marched in the store and went straight to the counter but the blonde girl was too busy helping half of the line that was there, drinking her iced coffee, dancing and singing. When she finally decided to grab my cupcakes for me, it took 15-20 minutes when I should've been in and out of the store. Not only that, she only gave me 1 bag of cupcakes and I asked her if she was sure that was everything and she gave me attitude. Sure enough, when I got back to my hotel room, I was missing another bag...the tag said 1 of 2 bags and I only got one! She only gave me a dozen cupcakes. There are certain words to describe the poor customer service from said blonde girl but I'd rather not go that route because when I called and talked to somebody else about what happened, the other girl on the line was very sweet and helpful (just like the people from DC). She talked to her manager to see if my cupcakes could be delivered to my hotel after I asked and within an hour, my second bag of cupcakes were at the hotel lobby! Yay! I can't let one rotten apple ruin my great cupcake experience. My 30 cupcakes had custom decorations and included flavors such as: Summer Dozen (banana split, key lime, strawberry, lemon blossom), August flavors (Neopolitan, peaches & cream and banana split), Wednesday flavors (Chocolate Hazelnut, Lemonberry, Cookies and Creme) and daily flavors (chocolate & vanilla, vanilla & chocolate, milk chocolate birthday, red velvet, sunshine on chocolate, vanilla, baby pink on chocolate and baby blue on vanilla. Milk chocolate birthday has always been my Georgetown favorite. The banana split, strawberry, Neopolitan, cookies and creme were the best. I had high expectations for the chocolate hazelnut but it didn't live up to them. The hazelnut topping was great but I could've just eaten the top half and throw away the bottom half. I wish it had a Nutella filling to make it more interesting. What I like the most about Georgetown Cupcake cupcakes: they have a long shelf-life so they're perfect to take home to family and friends (they don't get hard and dry after 2 days), the flavors are interesting, they're so cute and they are as delicious as they look.
(4)Jessica A.
Strawberry cheesecake cupcake is the best! I've tried quite a few and most are delicious, especially the ones filled with caramel. Yum! I did have a chocolate one that was a little dry, but they are usually consistent. They are a lot like Sprinkles cupcakes. Sprinkles' East Coast twin.
(4)Lauren E.
I've been frequenting Georgetown Cupcake for the past couple of months; after seeing all the hype on the TV show on Netflix, I knew I had to give this place a try. The cupcakes are always moist and fresh. The frosting is sweet, light and fluffy, but not sickeningly sweet to the point where you can't eat the frosting. I ate a Vanilla 2 cupcake today. Usually, I get nervous that vanilla frosting will be too sweet. The vanilla frosting had a hint of cream cheese in it and is probably the most delicious vanilla frosting I've had. Other favorites I recommend trying are the Red Velvet (its most popular flavor and understandably so), Cinnamon and Caramel Apple (currently a seasonal flavor for September. I like how they rotate flavors and have seasonal flavors. It makes deciding on a cupcake less difficult. Make sure you check out their menu to see what is available. My only complaint is that the frosting always melts on mine. The last few times I brought some Georgetown Cupcakes home, the frosting was running off of the cupcake and made a mess inside the box. Maybe it was because it was warm out. I would recommend eating these soon after buying them. I think the prices are fair; one cupcake is $2.75. Compared to other cupcake places in the area, that is cheaper. Other places will try to charge you more for special flavors, but Georgetown Cupcake doesn't do that. I'd recommend this place to anyone.
(4)Amanda B.
I love them. The people were friendly and service didn't take long even though there was a line. I had the chocolate coconut and the carrot cake. I know the size is a little small but I am okay with that. The frosting was good, not too sweet and the cakes were moist. Yes, if you only have one cupcake and want a box, they do charge. Otherwise, they will put it in a little sack for free. I had two cupcakes and it came with a box no charge. I am definitively a fan.
(4)Fancypants X.
I haven't been obsessed with cupcakes for a hot minute, but that doesn't mean the fad has been laid to rest. We had to squeeze by mother-daughter pairs, groups of girlfriends...& Georgetown Cupcake is not a small space...they were just jam-packed. Yay for $2.75 cupcakes. It's $3.50-$4 at other big city cupcakeries I've been to. I tried two flavors: - Even though the Sundae cupcake had chocolate cake (ewww), the topping sounded too decadent to pass up--sprinkles, a cherry, a drizzle of hot fudge...on a mu'fuckin' cupcake! Oh, & there was caramel piped into the middle...that got me to eat more of the chocolate cake than I usually do. - 4thof July cupcake: white cake w/ berries baked in (not as delicious as it sounds) with a vanilla buttercream topping. I ate this for breakfast the next day & the frosting had melted a bit & slid off just a tiny bit. It didn't look perfect, but it tasted A-OK! As if Wonder Twin's visit could've been any sweeter! Sidenote: I only saw one table upfront that seated four & about three chairs in the back. Prepare to eat standing up.
(4)Lianna N.
Cupcake heaven fell a little short for me on this visit to the Newberry locale. Despite the long lines and heat, we staggered in for a sweet treat mid-day. The cupcakes were standard, not mind blowing or amazing as I had imagined, and their lack of seating and offerings of water makes it more of a "take home" kind of location rather than sit and enjoy type of place because it is both messy and thirst inducing. So Meh, just your average trendy spot.
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