Cake Life – American
This vibrant bakeshop serves as a sugary sanctuary where the nostalgic aroma of vanilla and toasted cocoa beckons from the doorway. Each slice is a masterpiece of texture and flavor, from the playful explosion of sprinkles in their signature Funfetti to the sophisticated depth of chocolate-orange and smoky campfire cocoa. Every forkful of velvety cheesecake or pillowy cupcake offers a whimsical escape into a world of pure, handcrafted indulgence.
Frankford Avenue https://www.cakelifebakeshop.com/menuRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional chicken dishes, which guests love for being cooked to perfection and offered at reasonable prices. Celebrated for its relaxed vibe and helpful staff, the experience is frequently praised for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality menu items that encourage repeat visits.
Menu
Layer Cakes
- Funfetti Cake - $80: Vanilla cake with baked in sprinkles, layered and encased in Italian buttercream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Campfire Cocoa Cake - $68: Three-layer chocolate cake frosted with hot chocolate whipped cream and topped with candied cocoa nibs and toasted housemade marshmallows Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cake - $68: Three layers of moist, classic red velvet cake with tangy cream cheese frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu Cake - $76: Buttery vanilla cake soaked in Rival Bros espresso syrup and layered with mascarpone-vanilla bean whipped cream, encased in vanilla buttercream and dusted with Valrhona cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cookies 'n' Cream Cake - $46: Two-layer cookie-studded vanilla cake layered with cookies 'n' cream cheese frosting, and encased in a chocolate ganache drip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Toasted Coconut Cake: Gluten-free coconut cake layered with cream cheese frosting and covered with toasted coconut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate-Orange Cake: Moist vegan chocolate cake layered with vegan chocolate ganache and encased with vegan orange buttercream, topped with chocolate-dipped candied orange peels Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Cheesecakes
- Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Classic NY cheesecake topped with dulce de leche and crispy, chocolate-coated caramel pearls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Chip Cheesecake - $44: Classic NY Cheesecake studded with chocolate chips on a chocolate cookie crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Cupcakes
- Funfetti Cupcake - $5: Vanilla cake topped with a colorful vanilla buttercream swirl and sprinkles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cupcake - $5: Classic red velvet cake topped with tangy cream cheese frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Campfire Cocoa Cupcake - $5: Chocolate cake frosted with hot chocolate whipped cream and topped with candied cocoa nibs and a toasted housemade marshmallow Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu Cupcake - $5: Buttery vanilla cake soaked in Rival Bros espresso syrup, topped with mascarpone-vanilla bean whipped cream and dusted with Valrhona cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cookies 'n' Cream Cupcake - $5: Cookies-studded vanilla cake topped with cookies 'n' cream cheese frosting and a chocolate glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Toasted Coconut Cupcake - $5: Gluten-free toasted coconut cake topped with cream cheese frosting, toasted coconut, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate-Orange Cupcake - $5: Vegan chocolate cupcake filled with vegan chocolate ganache and topped with vegan orange buttercream Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Gritty Cupcake - $5: Funfetti cake with an intricately piped buttercream Gritty Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Pastries & Croissants
- Butter Croissant: Classic, flaky outside, buttery soft inside Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Croissant: Pain Au Chocolat Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Everything Bagel Croissant: Buttery, flakey croissant covered with housemade everything bagel spice, caramelized onion & scallion cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana-Caramel Croissant: Vegan croissant filled with sliced banana and thick caramel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach-Artichoke Croissant: Twice-baked croissant filled with spinach-artichoke dip and mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cinnamon Roll: Giant roll topped with cream cheese frosting Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Honey-Butter Biscuit: Fluffy buttermilk biscuit covered in a honey butter glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Coffee Cake - $5.5: Fresh blueberries in sour cream cake with crunchy streusel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberries 'n' Cream Poppin' Tart: Flaky pie crust filled with strawberry compote and danish cream, topped with berry frosting and funfetti sprinkles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana-Caramel Cream Mini Pie - $5: Graham cracker base filled with chocolate, dulce de leche, bananas, and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Bars & Cookies
- Nanaimo Bar - $3.5: Chocolate, almond, and coconut base; vanilla custard middle; thin layer of chocolate on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate-Peanut Butter Brownie - $5: Rich chocolate brownie with marbled peanut butter and Maldon sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Chip Cookie: Slightly crisp on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Brown Butter-M&M Cookie: Gluten-free brown butter cookie studded with M&Ms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Cherry-Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie: Vegan oatmeal cookie with cherries and chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Petal-Pistachio Cookie: Honey shortbread decorated with dried flower petals, crushed pistachios, raspberry dust, and rose sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sugar Cookie - $3.5: Buttery and crisp cookie topped with crunchy sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Dog Bones (6-pack) - $3.5: Whole wheat flour, pumpkin purée, eggs, peanut butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
Savory
- Broccoli-Cheddar Quiche Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Quiche Lorraine: Bacon, gruyere cheese, caramelized onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Fishtown Fog: Earl Grey tea, milk, honey, lavender
- Banana Foster Latte: Banana puree, caramel, espresso, milk
- Butterqueer Soda: Housemade butterscotch sauce, vanilla, and club soda
- Espresso - $3: Rival Bros. Whistle & Cuss espresso
- Cappuccino - $4: Espresso with steamed milk
- Cold Brew
- Matcha Latte
- Coconut Water
Frequently Asked Questions about Cake Life
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Cake Life is an American bakeshop specializing in handcrafted cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, and various artisanal desserts.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features diverse cakes, cupcakes, and quiches, including specialized options for vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and high-protein dietary needs.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This budget-friendly bakeshop stands out for its 5.0/5 rating, handcrafted cakes like Funfetti, and exceptionally prepared chicken dishes.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Cake Life is located at 1306 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125 in the Fishtown neighborhood.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Cake Life is currently operational, with menu details and contact information available through their website at https://www.cakelifebakeshop.com/menu.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include information regarding the specific hours of operation for Cake Life.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a relaxed visit to sample exceptional chicken dishes and signature treats like Funfetti cake in a welcoming, budget-friendly atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Yes, the menu accommodates mixed diets with vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options like chocolate-orange cupcakes and toasted coconut cupcakes.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a 5.0/5 rating and budget-friendly ($) pricing, guests praise the high-quality menu items and chicken dishes for being reasonably priced.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cake Life is an American bakeshop that has earned an exceptional overall rating of 5.0/5 from its customers.
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