Albemarle Baking Co

Ordered a birthday cake for my mothers 91st Birthday party. I have never been so disappointed. The cake was pretty on the outside, but the cake was terrible. The staff was friendly and helpful. I paid $55.00 for a very dry tasteless cake. The only thing that had any taste was the diplomat cream I requested. I was told the angel food cake was very moist since they did not make yellow cake. I accepted that suggestion. The cake was not only very dry I’m mean brittle dry but it had no flavor whatsoever. The chocolate butter cream frosting was just as bland no taste. I didn’t say anything , but I didn’t have to. The people that attended the birthday party let me know secretly, and then my mother ask me the next day where did you get that cake? She said it was a beautiful thought but never ever go there again. This is a 91 year old woman who had made professional cakes for 30 years. I truly wanted to make her day special. Such a flop and a sincere disappointment that I actually paid $55.00 for this disaster. And yes everyone there at the party ask where it came from and said. “YOU WERE RIPPED OFF”

Phenomenal pastries for any occasion. Wonderful cakes, cupcakes, tarts, cookies and breads. I ordered a lovely cake and assorted pastries for a tea party at my house. They were perfect! I stop in any chance I get.

A classic Charlottesville bakery. Highly recommend a visit. The cakes are the go to cakes for the entire family’s birthdays. There is something for everyone here. If you can get there early that is the best time. My favorites are the lemon and chocolate chip cookies, princess cake, and the Albemarle cake. The eclairs and macarons are also “usuals.” The bakery has an excellent pick up and online ordering system as well. We are fortunate to have this bakery (and the owners) in our community.

My brother ordered a cake for my birthday. It also happened to be Thanksgiving week and they were super busy. We had the Albemarle. It was beautifully decorated, so decadent and rich, but not overly sweet. Very friendly and fast customer service.

You must go!! Cool vibes and inviting atmosphere with amazing smells! I have been 2x and will be back the next time I am in the area! I had the princess cake, it was light, fluffy and delicious 😋