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Wedding Cakes & Bakeries Near You

Custom wedding cakes, cupcakes, dessert tables and patisseries. 2,733 listings in 51 states.

How Far Ahead Should You Book Cake Shops and Bakeries?

Couples usually book cake shops and bakeries 4–6 months ahead, and earlier for Saturdays in May, June, September and October. We list 2,733 cake shops and bakeries in 51 states, most in California, Texas, New York. Before booking, compare the total price, what is included, and the deposit and cancellation terms.

Updated October 28, 2026 · Source: OpenStreetMap listings (refreshed October 28, 2026); ido.broker planning guide.

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Top Questions to Ask

  1. Do you offer tastings, and how much do they cost?
  2. Is pricing per slice, and what is the minimum order?
  3. What flavors and fillings do you offer, and can you make allergy-friendly cakes?
  4. Do you deliver and set up? Is there a delivery fee?
  5. Can the cake handle heat or an outdoor reception?

See all 8 questions and tips →

Good to Know

  • A small display cake plus kitchen sheet cakes is a common way to save.
  • Buttercream usually costs less than fondant and tastes better to most guests.
  • Order for about 85–90% of your guest count; not everyone eats cake.
StateListings
California378
Texas226
New York201
New Jersey162
Illinois116
Florida114
Pennsylvania104
Washington98
Virginia96
Ohio88
Michigan79
North Carolina78
Georgia70
Utah70
Maryland66
South Carolina65
Massachusetts62
Colorado52
Oregon52
Arizona48
Missouri42
Indiana41
Wisconsin40
Tennessee38
Connecticut32
Minnesota31
Nevada23
Iowa22
Kansas21
Louisiana20
New Hampshire18
Arkansas16
Kentucky16
Alabama15
Idaho14
Oklahoma13
Hawaii12
Maine10
New Mexico10
West Virginia10
Puerto Rico9
Mississippi8
Montana8
District of Columbia7
Delaware6
Nebraska6
Rhode Island5
Vermont5
South Dakota4
Alaska3
North Dakota3

Questions Couples Ask

How far ahead should you book cake shops and bakeries?

Couples usually book cake shops and bakeries 4–6 months ahead, and earlier for Saturdays in May, June, September and October. Compare the total price, what is included, and the deposit and cancellation terms before booking.

How much do couples spend on cakes & bakeries?

Couples who married in 2024 spent about $540 for the cake on average, according to news coverage of The Knot 2025 Real Weddings Study. Prices vary widely by city, date and guest count, so get two or three written quotes and compare the totals with every fee included.

What should you ask a wedding cake baker before booking?

Start with: Do you offer tastings, and how much do they cost; Is pricing per slice, and what is the minimum order; What flavors and fillings do you offer, and can you make allergy-friendly cakes. Our full list has 8 questions, and the quote comparison tool lets you line up the answers.

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535 East Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ

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4302 E Ray Rd., Phoenix, AZ

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