Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or just plain enjoyment, we’ve rounded up the finest cake shops in Cape Town that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

The Velvet Cake Co. (Tygervalley, Century City, Bellville)

Also known as Cape Town’s most loved cakery, the delicious baked goods available here are hand-made daily using only the finest ingredients. The Velvet Cake Co. offers same-day, next-day and prearranged delivery to your doorstep. Their cakes are perfect for all occasions and range from R500 to R1095, with an exceptional range of mouth-watering flavours to choose from such as carrot, red velvet, chocolate, and their famous rainbow cake. A slice of cake will cost you R60 and a cupcake R50. Visit their website to find your nearest store and trading hours.

 

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Tessa’s Bakery (Milnerton)

If you’ve never heard of Tessa’s Bakery, are you even from Cape Town? Chocolate caramel cake, red velvet cake, carrot cake, cheesecake, Peppermint Crisp tart – they have it all! Whether it’s a classic cake or a custom order, their cakes bring layers of joy, and there are vegan options, too. A classic cake costs between R390 and R850, while celebration cakes will set you back between R695 and R895. Send them a custom design and they’ll send you a quote. Be sure to pop by, they’re open from Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, and Sundays from 8am to 2pm.

 

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Classic Bakery (Crawford)

Classic Bakery has over 80 varieties of cakes and fillings to choose from, such as a sweet and creamy cheesecake, to a deliciously soft chocolate cake, with each slice baked to perfection and costing between R55 and R65. If you’re looking for something unique, send them a picture of your design and their skilled bakers will make it for you – whole cakes are made on request depending on your requirements and size  and cost between R220 and R650. They’re open from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm; on Saturdays from 9am to 1:30pm, and on Sundays from 8am to 11am.

 

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Chateau Gateaux ( Kenilworth)

Well-known for its exceptional handcrafted cakes and treats, Chateau Gateaux offers a variety of quality baked goods from daily delights to celebration creations. A slice will cost you R60, and a large cake between R450 and R650. They also offer a six-pack of various cakes for R219 so you can try a bit of everything. They’re open from 8am to 5pm from Monday to Friday, 8am and 4pm on Saturdays; and 8am to 2pm on Sundays.

 

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Knus Karoo (Paarl)

Located in the heart of Paarl, Knus Karoo Kombuis serves delectable cakes and tarts that cost between R35 and R65 a slice. Every day brings a different selection of freshly baked goods, and they also offer custom-made cakes for special occasions and specific dietary requirements. They’re open from Monday to Friday, from 7:30am to 4pm, and on Saturdays from 8am to 3pm.

 

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Limnos Bakery (Table Bay Mall, V&A Waterfront, Edward Street, Stellenbosch, Somerset Mall, Kuils River, Cape Gate, Bellville, Canal Walk, Cavendish, Green Point)

Limnos Bakery has everything you’re looking for. It offers a diverse selection of baked goods made according to recipes and inspiration from around the globe. Their small cakes are available in unique flavours such as mango and passion fruit, raspberry and blueberry, pistachio and peach, which cost R375 each. If you want to go big, try choc-fudge, caramel cream, cappuccino, and more for R635.

 

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Smitten (Franschhoek)

This Franschhoek eatery, bakery and restaurant offers quality and value in a stylish package. Their cakes have a cult following among regulars, with the menu changing occasionally depending on demand and season. Each slice is priced according to flavour, carrot and chocolate will set you back R58 a slice, while gluten-free chocolate is R55. They also offer mini cheesecakes for R60 and lemon pound cake mini loaves for R55. You can also order whole specialty chocolate and carrot cakes for R620 and R600 respectively. They’re open from 8am to 5pm every day of the week except Tuesdays.

 

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Soet Cakes

With their emporium based in Durbanville and branches stretching all the way to the Whale Coast, Soet Cakes has certainly become a neighbourhood favourite. Beautiful desserts and cakes are their specialty. Their specialty cakes range from anywhere between R490 to R580. Popular cakes like their rainbow cake is priced at R495, their Rocky Road Cake is priced at R395, their decadent Bar One Cake is priced at R549 and the list goes on! To place your order, call them on 066 296 1888 or simply click here.

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Mariaan se Koffiehuis (Wellington)

Mariaan se Koffiehuis in Wellington serves freshly baked home-made cakes and sweet treats daily, inspired by South African heritage. Their cakes come in different sizes and cost between R120 and R440, depending on what you choose. They’re open from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm.

Wild Olive Coffee (Langebaan)

Your taste buds will go wild at this coffee shop in Langebaan, which serves fresh-from-the-oven muffins and cakes daily. Their cake slices cost R50 each and are accompanied by a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Visit them from Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 3pm.

 

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Cup of Cake (Saldanha)

This cosy coffee shop in the heart of the West Coast town of Saldanha bakes custom cakes to order, and their master bakers will make just about anything you can dream of. They also offer cake slices from R55 and cupcakes at R25. They’re open from Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, and on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm.

 

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The Cake Lady

At The Cake Lady, every order is customised by flavour and design to fit every customer’s needs, with endless options to choose from such as Swiss chocolate, Swiss buttercream, and fresh fruit. Their cakes are as delicious as they are beautiful and suitable for every occasion. Be sure to check out their website or Instagram page.

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