Looking to sample the best custom cakes around town?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable custom cake sources in Indianapolis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.
1. Mama Ines Mexican Bakery
Topping the list is an outpost of the small Indiana chain Mama Ines Mexican Bakery. Located at 3822 Georgetown Road in Lafayette Square, the bakery, which offers specialty desserts and more, is the highest-rated cheap custom cake spot in Indianapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 40 reviews on Yelp.
Aside from custom cakes, the bakery offers fresh baked breads, cookies and pastries, as well as homemade tamales. Check out the seasonal items currently available on the full menu.
2. Vanilla Bean Bakery
Next up is St. Vincent-Greenbriar's Vanilla Bean Bakery, situated at 2324 W. 86th St. With four stars out of 60 reviews on Yelp, the bakery, which offers custom cakes, cupcakes and other custom treats, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
Yelper Shaun M., who reviewed Vanilla Bean Bakery on Jan. 24, wrote, "Love the cake pops," and Ken N. noted, "This small shop has a variety of baked goods with focus on cupcakes and chocolate covered items." Specialty designs for corporate events and festive occasions are also available.
3. SweeTies Gourmet Treats
Broad Ripple's SweeTies Gourmet Treats, located at 2101 Broad Ripple Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced spot to score custom cakes four stars out of 62 reviews.
Yelper Tee G., who reviewed SweeTies Gourmet Treats on Feb. 4, wrote, "Cupcake was delicious and hubby got a lemon tart this that was stupendous. Prices are reasonable and Location is perfect," and Yelper Mackenzie R. wrote, "Such delicious treats!" Aside from custom cakes and cupcakes, the dessert shop offers a wide variety of sweet or savory treats, including cake pops, cheesecakes, cookies, brownies and pies.
4. Kim's Kakery, Bakery and Café
Kim's Kakery, Bakery and Café, a patisserie/cake shop that offers custom cakes and more in Edgewood, is another cheap go-to, with four stars out of 40 Yelp reviews.
"Kim's Kakery, Bakery and Café has been in business since January of 2010," per the history section of its Yelp profile. "It is an expanding small business founded on moist cake and homemade buttercream." The full service bakery specializes in freshly made breads, cupcakes, cakes and other pastries, and you can order coffee, tea and lunch items, such as soups, salads and sandwiches, in the café. Head over to 5452 Madison Ave. to see for yourself.
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