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Let’s admit it, celebrations aren’t complete without cake! Whether that’s a simple, one-layer cake or a sophisticated tiered cake with unique flavors, a cake is surely one of the things that’ll make your day sweeter and, oh so much more special!
Also Read: The Best Bakeries In and Outside of Metro Manila
Craving a piece now? Check out the list we’ve curated just for you of 21 of the best cakes in (and beyond) Metro Manila that’ll surely satisfy your sweet tooth.
Where to get the best cakes in Metro Manila
Conti’s
The new Crema de Fruta cake by Conti’s is a fresh take on the classic crema de fruta dessert, making this naked sponge cake truly the best of both worlds! It is soft and filled with lemon creme and real fruits. With beautiful flower-fetti and lychee-flavored gelee on top, this flower-and-cake-in-one is perfect for the occasion.
Butternut Bakery
Butternut Bakery checks all the boxes—mesmerizing to the eyes, delectable to the taste, and truly value for money! This cake shop has 6-inch and 8-inch cakes that come in delicious flavors like Ube Cloud Cream Cake, Moistest Carrot Cake Ever, and White Chocolate Tres Leches!
Cupcakes by Sonja
Despite the numerous cake shops that have opened in Metro Manila, Cupcakes by Sonja remains one of the iconic and most-loved gourmet branches where you can get one-of-a-kind, delectable cakes and cupcakes.
Jim’s Recipe
Known internationally for their yummy sponge cakes, Jim’s Recipe’s Cheese Sponge Cake is the perfect snack or dessert if you want something light and fluffy. This cake shop also offers other flavors like their original and chocolate sponge cakes.
Purple Oven
One of Manila’s well-loved bakeries, Purple Oven offers everything from fresh bread and revel bars to savory pastries like danishes and luscious cakes like their Honeycomb Crunch!
Mom & Tina’s
The perfect brunch spot, Mom & Tina’s offers everything from all-day breakast to savory pastries, cupcakes, and of course; cakes. We recommend trying this cake shops’s dulce de leche chocolate cake, Toblerone walnut torte, and the oreo cheesecake.
Where to get chocolate cakes
It may be the most basic of all cake flavors, but nothing beats a slice of a rich, moist chocolate cake.
Chocolat Deep Dark Chocolate Cakes
The name says it all–here at Chocolat Deep Dark Chocolate Cakes, you’re sure to have a heavenly time digging in to this choco creation. Rich, luscious, and absolutely delicious, this cake shop is where chocolate lovers come back to again and again!
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Red Ribbon
For a classic Filipino celebration, Red Ribbon’s Black Forest Cake is a top choice. With layers of moist chocolate chiffon, rich cream, and a hint of cherry filling, each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors. Perfectly finished with chocolate shavings and cherries on top, it’s a timeless treat loved by all ages.
Le Sucre Lab
If you’re social media savvy, then you’ve probably stumbled upon Le Sucre Lab. Popular for creating the chocolate dream cake—chocolate cake in a tin—they also serve dream cakes in different flavors, as well as truffles.
Nono’s
A restaurant owned by Chef Baba Ibazeta-Benedicto—the chef also behind Classic Confection, Nono’s serves modern Filipino comfort food. Get your fix of all-day breakfasts, big plates, pasta, and familiar main dishes. Have a slice (or the whole cake) of their Chocolate Oblivion Cake!
Sugarhouse
Even without spending too much, you can already get these sinful and moist treats. Sugarhouse’s Chocolate Truffle Cake is one of their bestselling cakes, along with other delights—all at a very affordable price.
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LG/F, Rockwell Dr, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Poblacion, Makati | Rustan’s Marketplace, Santolan Town Plaza, San Juan
Where to get lava cakes
A dessert with something sweet hiding within its walls, Lava Cakes are perfect a bit warm, and accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tsujiri
Meet your match-a at Tsujiri, a Japanese matcha brand that serves up authentic, premium green tea drinks and matcha-infused desserts like Matcha Lava and Chocolate Lava Cakes.
Chili’s
Most of the lava cake fanatics have heard of and tried Chili’s very own Molten Chocolate Cake. Topped with Vanilla ice cream and a hardened, crunchy chocolate shell, this dessert will definitely end your meal right.
Where to get caramel cakes
If you’re looking for something that’ll surely satisfy your sweet-toothed friend, then we suggest that you get them a whole caramel cake.
Estrel’s Caramel Cakes
Popular for selling pastries, especially their luscious caramel cake, Estrel’s has been the cake shop for every celebration for decades.
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54 Scout Tobias corner Scout Limbaga Street, Brgy. Laging Handa, 1103 Quezon City
Cafe Mary Grace
Cafe Mary Grace is a homegrown cafe serving traditional cakes and pastries, as well as everyone’s well-loved ensaymada and cheese rolls. The menu includes a number of signature dishes and baked goods such as Toasted Almond Sans Rival, Sea Salt Caramel Vanilla Cake, and Black Velvet, to name a few.
Bizu
Bizu is a premier French patisserie offering signature Parisian-style pastries and desserts. It’s also a bistro serving European comfort food attuned to the Filipino palate. From their Salted Caramel Cake to Ube Basque Burnt Cheesecake and their famous Macarons, you’ll surely find something to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Where to get tiramisu cakes
If you’re seeking just the right amount of sweetness, then we suggest getting a Tiramisu Cake. Its perfect balance of sweet, bitter, and creamy flavors is enough to give you exactly what you’re looking for.
Dylan Patisserie
If you’re willing to bring out the big bucks for a visually stunning and insanely delicious cake, you better head over to Dylan Patisserie. One of their best creations is their Tiramisu, made with homemade lady finger sponge, coffee syrup, and heavenly mascarpone cream.
Cibo
Aside from serving amazing pasta dishes, Cibo also serves tiramisu that’s to die for! Enjoy layers upon layers of pastry and coffee cream topped with chocolate shavings that will make you want a second serving.
Where to get ice cream cakes
Sometimes, one scoop of ice cream isn’t enough to cool you down. So, instead, consider getting a slice (or two) of a whole ice cream cake!
Caramia Cakes & Gelato
Offering frozen sweets and treats in a cup or cake form, Cara Mia’s Cakes and Gelato’s are sure to leave a smile on your face with every bite. This cake shop offers a wide selection of gelato cakes like Salted S’mores, Sea Salted Honeycomb Crunch, and Mango Magnifico.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen truly is the queen when it comes to satisfying ice cream and other frozen dessert treats. From blizzards to ice cream cakes to dilly bars, one bite of Dairy Queen is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face!
Where to get frozen brazo cakes
They may look hefty, but don’t be fooled; Frozen Brazo Cakes are surprisingly light and feature nostalgic Filipino flavors that every member of the family can enjoy.
Bellefleur by Beatrix
A bakery that offers cakes, cupcakes, and other sweet treats, Bellefleur by Beatrix offers treats that can either have familiar flavors or out-of-the-box ones for the more adventurous of sweet tooths! Their bestselling Frozen Ube Brazo is readily available for your sudden cravings.
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G/F Unimart, Greenhills Shopping Center (store entrance facing Club Filipino Ave), Greenhills, San Juan
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