Celestial Cakery

I found Ella while looking for local Charlotte bakeries that offered gluten-free cakes and I am SO happy that I stumbled across Celestial Cakery. The selection she offers is so inclusive, all flavors can be made GF! I have many family and friends that were at my wedding that are celiac/gluten intolerant and they were so grateful they were able to indulge in the incredible cupcakes. Our cutting cake was delicious and look exactly how I imagined. Ella was so wonderful to work with and I highly recommend her!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Celestial Cakery was recommended to my husband and I for our wedding celebration. We are so glad we chose this cakery. Ella is great to work with and created us the most beautiful, moist, delicious amaretto cake with lavender butter cream icing, decorated with fresh flowers.
Before selecting our cake and icing flavors, Ella provided a selection of samples, which my husband picked up and brought home for us to try. Ella met with me to discuss details over zoom to accommodate my busy schedule and really put my mind at ease. I knew we selected the right cakery for us! Ella offers beautiful, affordable, tasty works of art that you and your guests will love! Thank you Ella for making our wedding celebration a memorable event!
We will definitely use Celestial Cakery for cakes we need for our future events!

Food: 5

Service: 5

I have been very hesitant to write this review, but feel that if I was considering working with Ella that I would want to know this information.
I decided to use celestial cakery for my wedding cake. We had our tasting and selected salted caramel, discussed designs, and everything seemed great. The design I chose is the one on the pink table. This is one of Ella’s previous cakes, so I was confident that she could execute it.

Then my wedding day came. I was busy talking to our coordinator when the cake was dropped off, when I turned around, I thought the wrong cake had been delivered. The design looked NOTHING like what we had discussed. And frankly, it was a cake that I would NEVER have chosen. I disliked it so much that I actually asked the venue to tuck it away and my photographer to not take pictures. This is the second picture of the yellowish looking cake on the white table cloth. We had rented a stand from Ella, which upon arrival she had decided “wasn’t big enough” and mentioned that we should ask the venue if they had a bigger one. When the cake was cut, the flavor was very different from the tasting. And while still a delicious cake, it wasn’t at all what we had ordered. Between the style, taste and stand rental, I was unbelievably disappointed. This was an $850 cake, I really expected more.

I emailed Ella, and was honestly shocked by her lack of empathy. She basically said that she had accidentally mixed up the photos and since the order form said ruffles she didn’t double check. She said that the cake was the right flavor but it just tasted different? And that the stand didn’t seem like it would support the cake (the stand she selected and provided for the cake). She offered a $125 refund to cover the stand rental and design fee.

There was no amount of money that would have made me feel better, nothing will change that I hated the cake and will not have those photos to look back at. But, I was still very surprised by how indifferent her email came off. I would highly recommend that anyone who works with her requests photos before delivery to avoid the situation I found myself in. I have posted her email response as well.

Food: 2

Service: 1

We couldn't be happier with our experience with Celestial Cakery for our wedding! They completely exceeded our expectations. The cake was not only beautiful but also incredibly delicious. Many of our guests came up to us throughout the night raving about how good the cake was. We highly recommend Celestial Cakery for anyone looking to add a special touch to their big day. Thank you for making our wedding even more memorable!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I can’t recommend Celestial Cakery enough! We were on a tight timeline and had left our cake to the last minute–I think about 5 weeks out from the wedding date I was scrambling to find a baker for our wedding cake. Most options were super extravagant, overcomplicated, difficult to book, etc. Ella’s website had her number listed, so I gave her a call, and she put me right at ease. She was able to make a beautiful cake for us, and came in at ⅔ the price of other vendors. It was very important to us that we have a delicious cake with a wonderful texture and interesting flavors—not just something pretty! Ella delivered in that department, our sample box was gone super fast because everything was SO delicious! Working with her was easy and quick, she was always responsive and kind, and the finished product was absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Ella!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ella of Celestial Cakery made our wedding cake! It was so beautiful and delicious - we picked Salted Carmel cake and Chocolate cake, with Chocolate Buttercream Filling between all layers. Can’t wait to order an anniversary cake next year so we can enjoy it again!

Celestial Cakery is my favorite cake company in Charlotte, North Carolina! They make the best looking and best tasting designs out of all of the NC cake companies. I was so happy to present their cake at my event, everyone was impressed, and there was plenty to go around. They don’t use cheap Wal-Mart ingredients and icing, this is the real deal. If you want to impress your guests with a beautifully designed cake that actually tastes amazing, Celestial Cakery is the place to go. More people trust Celestial Cakery in Charlotte, North Carolina, than any other cake company!

Celestial Cakery is amazing! Not only was the cake beautiful, it was possibly the best tasting cake I’ve ever had. The lemon buttercream was to die for. Everyone at the party enjoyed it! Thank you Ella!

I recently had the joy of ordering a birthday cake for my child from Celestial Cakery, and I am absolutely thrilled with the entire experience. From start to finish, Celestial Cakery went above and beyond to make it a truly special and memorable occasion.What impressed me the most was the level of customization they offered. I shared my child's favorite theme and some design requests, and they created a cake that perfectly captured their imagination. The attention to detail was remarkable, with vibrant colors and charming decorations that made the cake truly magical.Not only did the cake look incredible, but it also tasted divine. The cake was moist, fluffy, and baked to perfection. The flavors were simply delightful, making it a hit with both the little ones and the grown-ups. It was evident that Celestial Cakery takes great pride in ensuring their cakes are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious.The customer service I received throughout the process was exceptional. The team at Celestial Cakery was patient, friendly, and understanding of my requests. They took the time to listen to my ideas and provided helpful suggestions to bring them to life. It was clear that they genuinely cared about making my child's birthday extra special.Additionally, the packaging and presentation of the cake were top-notch. It arrived in pristine condition, thanks to the careful packaging. The personalized birthday message and attention to detail in the decorations added a lovely touch, making the unveiling even more exciting for my child.In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Celestial Cakery for your child's birthday cake. They exceeded my expectations and created a cake that was truly delightful in every way. Their creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction are truly commendable. Let Celestial Cakery be a part of your child's special day, and I'm sure they will create a cake that brings joy and happiness to all.

Celestial Cakery is my favorite cake company in Charlotte, North Carolina! They make the best looking and best tasting designs out of all of the NC cake companies. I was so happy to present their cake at my event, everyone was impressed, and there was plenty to go around. They don’t use cheap Wal-Mart ingredients and icing, this is the real deal. If you want to impress your guests with a beautifully designed cake that actually tastes amazing, Celestial Cakery is the place to go. More people trust Celestial Cakery in Charlotte, North Carolina, than any other cake company!

Ella made us a beautiful cake for our wedding day. It was absolutely delicious and we made sure to pack up what was left so we could finish it on our honeymoon!! The cake was beautiful, exactly what I was envisioning and was at an amazing price! I loved it and cannot thank her enough for such an amazing addition to our special day!

Delicious! I served only cake at my wedding so it was very important to me that it looked good and tasted even better. This cake did not disappointed. We were able to choose three flavors that were all divine and they executed my design vision perfectly. The tasting was fun too! The delivery was seamless and everyone raved about the taste.

Taste great! Awesome 🤩 a go to spot for cupcakes.

Delicious! I served only cake at my wedding so it was very important to me that it looked good and tasted even better. This cake did not disappointed. We were able to choose three flavors that were all divine and they executed my design vision perfectly. The tasting was fun too! The delivery was seamless and everyone raved about the taste.

Ella at Celestial Cakery was great to work with! Our wedding cake consultation was able to be done over zoom. Our cake tasting was fun because we were able to take our choice of flavor cupcakes and icing at home to try. Ella's prices were on par with others in the area, if not slightly more competitive. We were able to get a beautiful wedding cake with additional sheet cakes as well. The cake was as delicious as it was stunning. We had little to no cake left at the end! Ella all around was great at communication and understanding of our vision. I would highly recommend her work :)