Cake Bakery & Cafe

Great delicious pastrys and other goodys. We had the chocalate bread pudding and it was delicous. Also the lattes were great as well. Highly recommend you check this place out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cake is definitely a gem in downtown Grass Valley. It’s a great place to enjoy an authentic French croissant and a macchiato in the middle of the day, with a friendly staff that greets you the moment you walk in the door. The owner is a sweet lady who always uplifts her customers. One of my favorite places in GV.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Warm and cozy cafe. Owned by the sweetest and caring people. Feels like I’m stepping into Europe. Swedish cardamom cake and croissants are a MUST.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We were in town for a just a few days and went to Cake every day!!! We loved the gluten free Morning Muffin so much we kept going back! Christine, the owner, was fabulous and everything we got was delicious...(the Carrot Ginger soup, bran muffin, quiche, Morning muffin, lavender latte and the baguette with sea salt butter were some of our favs!!) Definitely stop at Cake if you are in Grass Valley!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cake Bakery is an absolute gem in downtown Grass Valley! From the fresh, flaky pastries to the artisan breads baked daily, everything is top-notch. Christine’s creations are both beautiful and delicious—especially the muffins and the vanilla raspberry cake. The lattes are fantastic, the patio was quaint and shaded and the warm, welcoming staff make you feel right at home. We were only in town for 3 days and we ate something from here every day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A Love Letter to Culinary Artistry 🌟
Cake Bakery & Cafe 😋
Having wandered through the charming patisseries of France and Belgium and other Europe cities and towns, I thought I knew exceptional baking. But a few years ago, when my gluten-free journey began, I discovered something truly extraordinary in Grass Valley—something that surpasses even San Francisco’s renowned Best rated gluten-free bakery Mariposa.
Cake Bakery in Grass Valley isn’t just a bakery—it’s where culinary dreams come to life. ✨
My brother, a fellow foodie with decades of refined taste, shares my amazement every time we step through their doors. When he visits, watching my daughters’ eyes light up as they choose from the stunning display cases has become one of our most treasured traditions.
Each creation that graces our table tells a story of passion and precision. The textures are nothing short of phenomenal—delicate, rich, perfectly balanced. Whether you need gluten-free options or simply want incredible far beyond regular baked goods, you can literally feel the love created into every single dessert. ❤️
These aren’t just bakers; they’re true culinary artists whose dedication to their craft amazes me time and again. The beauty of their work rivals any Parisian patisserie, and their gluten-free options are absolutely exceptional alongside their traditional offerings.
Cake Bakery, you’ve transformed what could have been a dietary limitation into a journey of pure culinary joy. Thank you for creating magic, one perfect dessert at a time. 😋
Some places serve food. Others serve art. The truly special ones serve both with a generous helping of heart.
#CakeBakery #GlutenFree #GrassValley #CulinaryArt #Gratitude

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Blackberry scone made with fresh blackberries. Delicious 😋. Had a mocha (not sicky sweet) and love that they make their own chocolate syrup. Definitely will come again when in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ordered a custom cake they don't usually make.. It far exceeded my expectations!! Thank you for a wonderful cake & experience. The owner even personally assisted me. The coffee is even excellent here!

100%% recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love Cake Bakery!! The team is always so kind and welcoming. Get the bran muffin, it's the best & I think about it often!

Nice goodies, staff is friendly

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

The blonde woman that took our order was so rude and unfriendly, absolutely will not be returning. What a way to start the morning!

Service: 1

Super cute and original. Little pricey though!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

After moving to the area recently from Sonoma County, I was beyond thrilled to discover Cake! The food is excellent (the quiche and soups are off the hook), the staff is always friendly and goes out of their way to please. The decor is comfy and charming and the cherry on top is a superior coffee that comes from one of my favorite haunts in Sebastopol! There are other coffee/cafes closer to where I live, but the drive over to Cake is worth it every time and always my choice for coffee out of the house. Thanks, Cake!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cafe housed in the building of an old Nevada Bank, with 150 yrs of history well preserved. The food and the vibe are great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

WOW!!! It's a LEGIT, PROPER San Francisco/Austrian-style cafe right in the heart of the Gold Country in Grass Valley.

My wife, dog, and I went there today for a Sunday lunch and it was an absolute delight!!!

This isn't just a coffee house – it's a perfect café with an incredible lunch menu, where every element creates a sublime atmosphere that blends welcoming culture with good energy, making it ideal for nurturing human connections. Yeah, my wife and I loved it so much!

When you walk up, you see this beautiful, classic old building that must have some real history behind it. It's super charming and inviting on the exterior. Then we noticed the outside seating which is perfect for bringing our dog, Abby. As a true family member, she loves to be with us and create new memories, so this cafe is perfect for our family. It's January, and a chill is in the air. But we noticed the restaurant had provided blankets on the chairs for our laps. I remember I saw that touch in Germany too. It's classy and welcoming for sure.

Then, when you walk inside, it's an instant feeling of good energy with loads and loads of absolutely perfect visuals due to the thoughtfully designed decor. You gotta see the photos here. It just feels like a place that welcomes you to the point where you want to hang out for a long time and share lovely conversations with the ones you hold dear.

See here's the thing, I would have been satisfied with the exterior and aesthetic of the interior, even if the coffee was subpar. But as a coffee connoisseur, I was over the moon to order a coffee that tasted amazing.

We ordered the potato leek soup and the spinach focaccia sandwich. And trust me for real, that sandwich was off the hook! It was so soft and fresh. And the soup was like eating a bowl of magic. Yeah, I hear ya, thinking I'm full of hyperbole. But listen, when a place is this good and makes me this happy, it's hard to hold back my real enthusiasm. And if you think I may be a plant, you can check my other reviews and see that I have a solid history of reviewing lots of establishments.

Now, let's get to the baked goods. Ain't got no store-bought or tired, boring items here. It's all super fresh and appealing. The baguette tasted like a true French baguette. Et croyez-moi, je m'y connais en vraies baguettes car j'en ai goûté en France.

And finally, as if this all wasn't enough, they top it off with a super engaged, friendly, and competent staff. They are literally proactive. For example, one of the staff approached our table outside and offered my dog a bowl of water. That's proactive.

So to recap:

Exterior Appearance = A+
Interior Decor = A+
Baked Goods = A+
Meal = A+
Staff = A+
Location = A+

Please visit CAKE and show them all the love that they are welcoming us with.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5