Albemarle Baking Co

Albemarle Baking Co

418 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA

★★★★★4.7(496 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Albemarle Baking Co is a beloved Charlottesville institution where the pastry case is genuinely worth the trip, featuring everything from delicate princess cakes to rich, carefully balanced celebration cakes that locals trust for their most important occasions. The bakery radiates warmth through both its inviting atmosphere and friendly staff, though they shine brightest when you catch them early, before the cases start to thin out and you're caught up in their genuine passion for baking that goes beyond the pretty frosting.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.

Family friendlySlow sitPastriesTraditional drinksQuick grabMeetings

Google Reviews

POLARO C
★★★★3 months ago

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…

Heather Chamberlain
★★★★★3 months ago

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.

Jennifer McKeever
★★★★★4 months ago

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…

Trish Campbell
★★★★★5 months ago

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.

Shelby Wease
★★★★★6 months ago

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 😋

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