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Pearl's Bake Shoppe

Bakery, Vegan Cupcakes, Gluten-Free

Worth ordering: Cupcakenamed in 11 reviews

Try the Death by Chocolate vegan and gluten-free cupcake.

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims

  • Good to know: Be aware that some vegan cookies and brownies have been reported as stale or hard.
  • Call ahead to check which vegan cupcakes are available that day.
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  • Order wedding or event cakes well in advance and discuss vegan requirements with staff.
  • Enjoy coffee in the bakery's quaint shabby-chic seating area.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Cakenamed in 23 reviews

People also mention banana split recipe, brownie and chocolate cake.

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Also lemon cake, red velvet cake, strawberry shortcake, cookie and carrot cake.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Coffee, dessert, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Pearl's Cupcake Shoppe is a bakery known for its range of cupcakes, including vegan and gluten-free varieties, as well as custom wedding cakes that accommodate dietary restrictions. The bakery features a shabby-chic interior where customers can enjoy coffee paired with their treats — gluten-free options like Death by Chocolate cake receive particular praise. While most customers appreciate the variety and taste, a few have reported inconsistencies with cake quality and freshess.

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5811 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–17:00
Tuesday
10:00–17:00
Wednesday
10:00–17:00
Thursday
10:00–17:00
Friday
10:00–17:00
Saturday
10:00–17:00
Sunday
10:00–15:00

the food

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From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Great service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

What the grades mean

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