Philadelphia's 3 favorite spots for low-priced cupcakes

Philadelphia's 3 favorite spots for low-priced cupcakesKay Kay's | Photo: Kaylyn K./Yelp
Hoodline
Published on April 06, 2020

Need more cupcakes in your life?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable cupcake spots in Philadelphia, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

1. Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar

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Topping the list is Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar. Located at 15 S. 20th St. in Rittenhouse, the bakery, which offers coffee and tea, cupcakes and more, is the highest-rated inexpensive cupcake spot in Philadelphia, boasting 4.5 stars out of 291 reviews on Yelp. 

The site has lots more information about Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar.

"This is a small-batch bakery and coffee roastery," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "It offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, as well as custom cakes and cupcakes." 

2. Kay Kay's

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Next up is Girard Estates's Kay Kay's, situated at 1850 W. Ritner St. With 4.5 stars out of 26 reviews on Yelp, the bakery, which offers cupcakes, custom cakes and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. 

Furthermore, we found this about the business's signature items: "This spot offers cupcakes, specialty cakes, cake pops, cookies, rice pudding and more," it states on Yelp in the section about specialties. Look for its Funfetti cupcake with buttercream and rainbow-colored sprinkles. 

3. Ramona Susan's Bake Shop

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Fishtown's Ramona Susan's Bake Shop, located at 1255 Marlborough St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive spot to score cupcakes, desserts and custom cakes five stars out of 64 reviews.

If you're curious for more, we found these details about Ramona Susan's Bake Shop.

As to what the business is known for, "Founded in 2013, this shop pays homage to classic comforts found in your mother's recipes. It offers variety of espresso beverages, cupcakes, cookies and small desserts," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. On the menu, look for red velvet cupcakes or its vegan Hostess-style treats. 


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