Nothing feels like a celebration without a cake on the table. On every occasion, no matter how big or small, from simple birthday cakes, to elaborate wedding cakes, this delectable dessert has always been a part of typical gatherings in a Filipino household.
Whether it's for a big holiday, an event, or just an excuse to make your day feel a little extra special, here’s a list of the best cakes in Metro Manila you can order online.
Top 10 Cakes in Manila
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- Locations: Uptown Center, The Podium, Three Central, Festival Mall, Glorietta, Nuvali
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: @nonos.ph
- Available: Al-fresco dining, Takeout, drive-by, courier pick-up (c/o customer), and delivery via Foodpanda
A restaurant owned by Chef Baba Ibazeta-Benedicto, Nono’s Comfort Kitchen gives Filipino comfort food a modern take that has steadily gained a huge following over the years. One of their bestsellers among their classic confections, Nono's Chocolate Oblivion Cake (P175/slice), is named after the chef's father. A chocolate cake perfectly made up of whipped chocolate cream and walnut praline, this creation is considered to be the best chocolate cake in Manila.
Another must-try is their Banana Cream Pie (P175/slice) filled with crunchy cashew nut crust, vanilla custard, caramelized fresh bananas, and whipped cream.
Besides cakes, you can also try their extensive menu of all-day breakfasts, big plates, pasta, main dishes, and desserts.
For your convenience, you may fill up their pre-order form with one day lead time, or message on Facebook/Instagram@nonos.ph for same-day orders.
Custome review:
“Bought this cake for my birthday (chocolate oblivion!) it was heaven on earth! One bite is not enough. Can’t wait to try other variants as well.”-Joie Solano
- Locations: Santolan Town Plaza, Greenhills, Rockwell
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: sugarhouse.cafe/@sugarhouseph
With 40 years of experience, it houses the top cakes in Manila. Sugarhouse is best known for its cakes and pies, but they also have a wide array of bread, pastries, soups, salads, pasta, rice meals, sandwiches, and take-out trays you’ll surely enjoy.
For your ultimate chocolate experience, you must try their #1 best seller cake, Chocolate Truffle (P150/slice), a chiffon cake filled and iced with chocolate buttercream with a slight tinge of coffee.
In a class of its own, Marjolaine (P1,050/ 8 inches), is another favorite from this cake shop. It is a chocolate version of the Sans Rival, perfectly layered with meringue, brushed with chocolate, and whipped cream, with more chocolate toppings, and added chopped cashew for the final touch.
Sugarhouse has a loyalty program for repeat patrons where you can earn 3% cashback on your online purchases.
Customer review:
“Chocolate. Truffle. Two awesome ingredients in the world! Combine them and turn them into a cake. Start drooling! I love Sugarhouse's cakes. Almost all of them! I crave for a slice of Chocolate Truffle the most.”-Weng Cutangco-Delgado
- Location: Beyond Flowers Inc. 94 Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City, 1234, Philippines
- Operation Hours & Phone: Mon - Sat, 9 am - 6 pm | +63 285555226
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: cakerush.philippines / @cakerush.ph
If you’re wondering where to buy cake, fret no more, CakeRush is here to serve you. Ordering cakes has never been easier through their user-friendly website. They’ve pooled together your favorite local bakers with their best cake brands delivered to your doorstep. Surprise your loved ones with a special birthday cake through their same-day delivery all over Metro Manila.
One of their bestselling cakes is Mommy Lucy’s Chocolate Cake (P1,090/8 inches), a family recipe handcrafted by Mommy Lucy that has been improved and perfected over many years since 1975.
Conti’s Bakeshop in Manila is also famous for its mango tart made up of ripe mangoes with vanilla cream on butter crust, topped with fresh ripe mango slices.
Customer review:
“Ordered a birthday cake for my important one from overseas. Very prompt and helpful customer service and the delivery was on time (which I really care about)! If I need to order a cake online again, CakeRush will be my first choice!” -Z Malin
- Location: 54 Scout Tobias corner Scout Limbaga Streets, Barangay Laging Handa, Quezon City 1103, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Operation Hours & Phone: Mon-Sat, 8:30 am - 5 pm; Sun, 8:30 am - 4 pm | 8372-2965, 8371-7938 or 8376-7317
- Facebook: Estrel's Caramel Cakes - Home | Facebook
Estrel’s Caramel Cakes is founded by Estrella Ylagan in 1946. It became a household name for made-to-order chiffon cake covered with caramel icing, and desserts such as Food for the Gods, Baked Leche Flan, Apple Squares, and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies.
Unlike most cake shops, all of its cakes are baked on the same day they are due for pickup.
A must-try is their round cake with caramel or butter marshmallow icing (P850/8 inches). When you have the chance, grab a box of fresh Sans Rival (P650).
Customer review:
“Their cakes are absolutely amazing, the way a caramel cake should taste. This has been my birthday cake since 2010 and celebration is not complete without Estrels” -Jessa Arcipe
- Locations: Greenbelt, Greenhills, Tomas Morato, Rockwell Powerplant, Alabang Town Center, Megamall, Fairview Terraces, Mall of Asia, UP Town Center, and The Block SM North Edsa, BGC, Robinsons Galleria, SM Clark, SM Baguio
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram:ChilisPhilippines/@chilisphilippines
- Available: In-Store, Curbside Pickup, Delivery via FoodPanda and GrabFood or Courier of your choice
In 1996, Chilis Philippines first opened its doors at Greenbelt, Makati and became the favorite choice for families and young professionals who wanted to celebrate personal milestones.
Among their bestsellers are baby back ribs, burgers, fajitas, chips, nachos, chicken crispers, and margarita.
One of the crowd’s favorites is the Molten Chocolate Cake, (P395/slice), a warm chocolate cake with chocolate fudge filling. It comes with vanilla ice cream on top of a crunchy chocolate shell. Something that you wouldn’t want to miss after a hearty meal.
Another must-try is their Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie,(P385/slice), an oven-baked skillet chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of hot fudge.
Customer review:
“Chili's has stood the test of time and has been serving great food. My personal favorite would be the unlimited nachos and the hot molten lava cake dessert. Worth every centavo. Don’t forget to do the survey specified on your receipt to get a free dish on your next visit!”- Lorenz Lao
- Locations: Makati & San Juan
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: bunsnbros / @bunsnbros
- Delivery: Cut-off is 30 mins before closing (cut-off will differ from each store). Be advised that orders made after the cut-off time will be processed the next day.
- Available: In-Store, Pickup, or Grab Express
Buns & Bros is dedicated to giving Metro Manila ”The Ultimate Burger Experience” with their mouth-watering burgers and buns. They also offer irresistible desserts that are worth your penny. People who are cutting on carbs may opt to have their salad bowls. On the contrary, rice lovers, have a good selection of rice bowls to choose from.
Their best-selling dessert is Lava Cake presented on a to-go cup (P165).
If you’re looking for something more special, try their quirky Assorted B&B Donut Cake, (P700) that comes in many interesting flavors such as cookie butter, french toast crunch, apple cinnamon fritter, and more.
Customer review:
“Buns & Bros specializes in handcrafted burgers made fresh from their kitchen. They take simple comfort foods and create unique flavor profiles for the adventurous and curious foodies.” -Pat Dimayuga
- Locations: Alabang Town Center, Promenade Greenhills, G/F Greenbelt 2, Upper Ground Level, Robinsons Magnolia Aurora Blvd
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: ilovebizu / @BizuPh
A leading French patisserie inspired by Bizu (the French word for a kiss). Bizu Patisserie offers signature Parisian-style pastries and desserts. It also serves gourmet meals, smoked barbecue sets, roasts, and party trays that match the Filipino palate.
End your meal with mouth-watering cakes such as Blueberry Chiboust-the creamiest cheesecake topped with blueberry filling on Bizu’s special shortbread crust (P395/ slice) and classic Opera cake (P365/slice), a gateau of sponge cake with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
Also don’t miss out on their version of French Macarons, Bizu Macaron de Paris (P585/box of 4)
Customer review:
”There's always room for a dessert! Love their cakes, and everything here looks delicious, very nice and classy interior. Good service. Thumbs up!” -Mia Ojerio
- Locations: Refer here
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: caramiacakesandgelato / @caramia.pn
Cara Mia Cakes & Gelato first introduced Gelato Cakes in the country. Since its inception in 2009, it has expanded its line of Gelato Cakes to various gelato flavors mixed in with elements like wafers, pie crusts, nuts, and toppings to form beautiful cakes that make every occasion extra special.
If you are on the hunt for the best Strawberry Shortcake(P170/slice) in Manila, Cara Mia Cakes & Gelato has it! This cake is made with strawberries and whipped cream in between layers of chiffon, topped with fresh strawberries and dollops of cream.
Another cake that’s worth trying is the Chocolate S’mores (P155 /slice), a chocolate butter cake with layers of light chocolate cream, topped with marshmallows resting on a graham crust.
Customer review:
”Super love their pistachio chocolate cake. Their gelato also tastes good. Nice place for sweets and desserts especially during special occasions.” -Jang Abane-Maestro
- Locations: Refer here
- Operation Hours & Phone: Refer here
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: BaskinRobbinsPh / @baskinrobbinsph
- Available: Takeout and delivery via GrabFood and Foodpanda.
Dubbed as “America’s Favorite Neighborhood Ice Cream Shop”, Baskin-Robbins has been serving cold treats since 1945 in nearly 50 countries, including the Philippines. They serve frozen desserts, beverages, and ice cream in 31 special and unique flavors for each day of the month. Over the years, Baskin-Robbins has become the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty stores.
Among their best-selling cakes are Oreo Cookie Cake (P1695) and Jamoca Almond Fudge Cake (P1695).
Customer review:
”Still my to-go "happy place" every time I crave for sweets. Raspberry and Pistachio may be a weird combo but I tell you, it's heavenly! Food- 5/ Ambiance- 3/ Value for Money- 4”- Karla De Vera