The Cupcake Shoppe

The Cupcake Shoppe is a cupcake boutique and bakery on Glenwood Avenue in downtown Raleigh, baking from scratch every morning before the doors open. Cupcakes are the headline, and the flavors on the counter change from one day to the next, so regulars have a reason to keep checking.

The cafe is bright and easy to sit in, and there is a patio if you would rather take a warm croissant and an espresso outside. The kitchen is open to view, so you can watch the work as it happens.

What to know

• Celebration cakes and fully custom cakes are made to order.
• Weddings, showers and dinner parties can be catered with cakes and pastries.
• Vegan and gluten-free options are on the menu.
• A full coffee and espresso bar runs alongside the baking.
• Everything is baked in small batches with no shortcuts.