Insider Pages Reviews for Molly's Cupcakes

3 Stars: Ms. (by J R.)

J R. — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:38:00 GMT

Decent. I enjoyed one a few weeks ago. I gotta get a chance to go again with more time to be able to "browse". :)

5 Stars: Crazy Amazing cupcakes (by Joshua G.)

Joshua G. — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:11:00 GMT

AMAZING cupcake shop! It's also super close to where I live so I can actually walk there. Fav part? The swings.

5 Stars: Congrats on WINNING "Cupcake War" on Food Network! (by by brownnancy at Citysearch)

by brownnancy at Citysearch — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Watch Food Network "Cupcake War" tonight and I have to agree that you have the BEST Cupcakes and deserve to have won!

Enjoy the party at the Burwood -
Be Proud - REAL PROUD!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nancy Brown (Debbie's sister)

5 Stars: Best Cupcakes Around! (by by Christina D at Citysearch)

by Christina D at Citysearch — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:00:00 GMT

I've been going to Molly's since it opened, and it has remained a staple dessert in our house every since the first day we tried a cupcake there. The cupcakes are really phenomenal - perfect frosting (the cream cheese on the red velvet is TO DIE FOR) and perfect cake texture. Sometimes the fillings are a little bit too much, but really, can you ever have too much cupcake?

The hidden gems here though are the smaller items that aren't right at eye level in the glass cases. These items are cheaper, and really make it a tough decision between cupcakes which are more expensive. Their rice krispie treats are absolutely PERFECT. Chocolate covered strawberries have the right consistency and quantity of chocolate - at half the price of high end places. And their cookies are totally divine.

Bottom line is there is something for everyone here. You will not be disappointed!

5 Stars: Awesome cupcakes (by by borisdodd at Citysearch)

by borisdodd at Citysearch — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Molly's Cupcakes tastes like heaven. Well baked, tasty cakes in just few dollars. Whenever I visit that street, I never leave it without buying one. It makes me crazy. Staff is also polite and friendly.

5 Stars: cant wait (by megan p.)

megan p. — Sat, 01 May 2010 23:56:00 GMT

OM GOD! OK my friend Trista is SOOOOO having a birthday party their! before her iv never herd about Mollys cupcakes not a single word i chack the place up and again OH MY FING GOD! this place sounds like heavon.Cupcake heavon any way! i cant wait untill i go!youd think iv head of this place sence i live in chicago, first time iv heard of it<yum cupcakes>im sooo gonna gain my 5lbs back but i dont care!

5 Stars: Came to Chicago to study cupcakes and found heaven (by by LouisFrance at Citysearch)

by LouisFrance at Citysearch — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 09:00:00 GMT

We came from France to check out real US cupcakes. After having tried several well renowned bakeries in London, UK, we hit Chicago.

Walking into Molly's is like going back to school - with all those good memories. The small tables and chairs, the games and the counter with swings !

Then when we get to the counter
it's heaven.

You can make your own cupcake. You choose the base, the frosting and the toppings. Then it is decorated in front of you !

Or if you are feeling really adventurous you can try the many specialised cupcakes. Be careful, these are serious cupcakes soft and fluffy, excellent filling and not sickly at all !! Much to our (pleasant) surprise expecting US cupcakes to be sweeter than those in the UK.

So Molly's is bakery number 6 on the cupcake list and went straight to the top and is still there (after trying 3 bakeries in Madison WI too).

To tell you how good it was, we were due to drive back from Milwaukee on the following Sunday directly to O'Hare to fly home, we changed our plans to spend the Saturday night in Chicago so we could go back to Molly's !!!!

This is THE address to know, to go to and to share with everyone !

2 Stars: Overpriced (by by Jeff3883 at Citysearch)

by Jeff3883 at Citysearch — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

The cupcake I had was a bit dry for my taste and it was nearly $4.00. Being a fan of the Ron and Fez show on XM radio, it was worth a visit.

5 Stars: Alway's worth the trip. (by by jiminix at Citysearch)

by jiminix at Citysearch — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

I'm a huge peanut butter and choclate fan and this cupcake made my life complete! I believe I can die now, LOL. The Ron Bennington is worth the drive.

5 Stars: Sweets for the sweet (by by hnry at Citysearch)

by hnry at Citysearch — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

My friend makes the cupcakes there and she is a terrific baker:)

5 Stars: The Ron Bennington is the BEST!! (by by MellyJo at Citysearch)

by MellyJo at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

I live in Cleveland, OH. My father went to Chicago on business and I made him bring me back some cupcakes. They were the best cupcakes I've ever had, especially the Ron Bennington. I am hoping to get back to Chicago soon to have some more.

5 Stars: Try the Ron Bennington (by by happytypinggirl at Citysearch)

by happytypinggirl at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Love Mollys, everything is hand made, and decorated and filled one at a time, by hand. The recipes and flavors are really unique and every filled cupcake tastes like a dessert in a 5 star restaurant (for only $4!). Try the Ron Bennington unless you hate Chocolate or Peanut Butter. I also love the plain cupcakes and the minis.

I think my favorite thing about mollys though is they're always creating and looking for new ways to offer things that blow away the competition and they usually succeed.

Stop in often, you never know when they'll be creating Italian sodas made the old fashioned way, or a new kind of ice cream, or scones, or a new blend of hot chocolate, or cinnebunnies!

5 Stars: Better than sex, well almost (by by Cookie monster at Citysearch)

by Cookie monster at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

The cupcakes are very delicious, there moisty which i love, pillsbury dough boy got nothing on that, plus the workers there are super nice. Its worth the trip and its really worth the view. : p

3 Stars: Best cupcakes ever!!! (by by CSMobileUser2 at Citysearch)

by CSMobileUser2 at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

I came from Ft. McMurray Alberta Canada for a Ron Bennington and was not disappointed. Highly recommended to all.

5 Stars: best cupcake place ever! (by by purrykitten at Citysearch)

by purrykitten at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

makes u feel like a kid again, staff is always friendly and cupcakes are flawless.

5 Stars: OMG! (by by Mikei at Citysearch)

by Mikei at Citysearch — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

This place is heaven on earth. I went there i few months ago and I can't stop going back. Every time I go in there the staff is SOOO friendly and helpful; even when the line is out the door.
The flavors change seasonally but like always I am infatuated with the Ron Bennington. Next in line is the ?clair cupcake.
There are games to play and SWINGS at the counter. That's where I like to sit with my Ron Bennington and the very best cappuccino ever.

5 Stars: The ron bennington (by by CSMobileUser at Citysearch)

by CSMobileUser at Citysearch — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

The ron bennington cupcake is the best I ever had. Hats off to mollys. And the pumpkin spice. Out of this world.

5 Stars: I am obsessed with Molly's Cupcakes!! (by by overthemoon at Citysearch)

by overthemoon at Citysearch — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

This place is the BEST! We love going here every time we're in Chicago. I'm from New York, and can tell you honestly that no place in NYC stands close to Molly's. It's perfect: you can pick your own frosting (and cake) to create your idea of perfect. The red velvet (my fave) is super moist and yummy. I love the atmosphere, it's fun and happy and always bustling with friendly staff and customers. We love the games, too! Can't wait to go back!

5 Stars: Scumdiddlyumpscious (by by Emilieeeeeeeeeee at Citysearch)

by Emilieeeeeeeeeee at Citysearch — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

These are honestly the best cupcakes ever. I especially enjoy the customization that goes into each cupcake :)

I go to school in Milwaukee and I wish they could deliver here!

ALSO! The staff is am-az-ing. Super friendly.

5 Stars: AMAZING!!! (by by French Bread Pizza at Citysearch)

by French Bread Pizza at Citysearch — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Nothing beats a Ron Bennington Cupcake!

5 Stars: Amazing. (by by Ginabina at Citysearch)

by Ginabina at Citysearch — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Molly's is amazing. The cookie monster cupcake? People have to hold me back. And the staff is always having a good time--they're polite and friendly, and the music is great! To all the chicagoans who think the best food is downtown, think again! This shop in Lincoln Park has it all.

5 Stars: Feel like a kid again! (by by chidiner99 at Citysearch)

by chidiner99 at Citysearch — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Molly's cupcakes are absolutely delicious, but to really enjoy them do not take them to go. We had so much fun sitting on swings at the bar, and there are cute comfy tables and booths as well. I felt like a kid again and my sweet tooth was very, very pleased. I am ordering several dozen for my party this weekend! My favorite- the red velvet, but my companions went the chocolate peanut butter cup and carrot cake route.

5 Stars: Wonderful (by by Frannie F at Citysearch)

by Frannie F at Citysearch — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

This place is wonderful and worth the trek! They have many varieties that look great (creative) and have great flavor. Stay out of the Loop go North you wont disappointed!

5 Stars: Creamy and Moist is RIGHT! (by by KarinTOB at Citysearch)

by KarinTOB at Citysearch — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:00:00 GMT

My hubby bought a sampling of six different cupcakes for my birthday - they were ALL delicious, moist and creamy. The buttercream was fabulous, and I'm not usually a fan. The favorite I think was the Boston Cream Pie cupcake....it practically melted in my mouth! I will definitely be going there again!

5 Stars: Yummy cupcakes, great atmosphere and board games to boot! (by by DawnCandace at Citysearch)

by DawnCandace at Citysearch — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT

I love Molly's. I have been there twice and am going there again this afternoon. Their cupcakes are delicious, especially the filled cupcakes. Try the Chocolate Decadence, Strawberry and Lemon varieties. They also have mini-pies and cheesecakes. Molly's serves coffee and ice cream as well. The store is very cute and friendly filled with childhood keepsakes like metal lunchboxes, swing seats at the icecream bar, Rock'em Sock'em Robots, Jenga, Scrabble and Connect Four games. Even the bathrooms are cute with entrances made to look like elementary school classroom doors.

Wonderful place!

5 Stars: Cute, fun, and delicious! (by by byebyemissamericanpie at Citysearch)

by byebyemissamericanpie at Citysearch — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Just opened recently and it's a great place to drop in for a sweet treat or two. Decor is whimsical, free parlor games (e.g. connect four, scrabble) to entertain you or the kids, and that's not even the best part! I love that you can build your own (choose cupcake flavor, frosting/buttercream, toppings). The vanilla cupcake I had was moist and flavorful. They also had a vegan cupcake, mini cupcakes, cookies, Intelligentsia coffee, muffins, homemade ice cream, pretty much anything to satisfy that sweet tooth. And try the raspberry hot chocolate - it's delish, and presented so nicely!

5 Stars: Some of the best cupcakes in town... (by by jwitherspoon at Citysearch)

by jwitherspoon at Citysearch — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Great place...carrot cupcake was amazing. Very nice people, and working for a great cause. Was interested to find the most of the proceeds go the help schools in the neighborhood.