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Cakes And Icing

Cake shop · McKinney, TX · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%16+1.1Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#21 of 89 wedding cake bakersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 77%
4.9 ★★★★★ 254 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.95★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Cakes And Icing at a glance

Google reviewers rate Cakes And Icing 4.9 out of 5 based on 254 reviews. Customers frequently praise the shop for accurate custom designs, moist flavors, competitive pricing, and clear communication, noting that orders are often completed on time, including last-minute requests. The owner has not replied to any reviews. A small number of low-star comments criticize perceived rudeness in text messages and limited availability, though the majority of feedback remains positive regarding the quality of service and cakes.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 254 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 254 Google reviews (234 with written comments, 102 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 5, 2026.
  • Service: Wedding Cake Baker serving McKinney, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other wedding cake bakers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction96Reliability95Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews16Satisfaction: 96 (median 83)Reliability: 95 (median 79)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 16 (median 39)
Cakes And IcingWedding Cake Bakers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Cakes And Icing: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Cakes And Icing: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
95
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Cakes And Icing: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Cakes And Icing: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Cakes And Icing: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Cakes And Icing: 16/100 on this factor. Category median: 39.F
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Star ratings

254 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars24697%
  • 4 stars62%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 234 written reviews

  • Praise25598%
  • Complaints52%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend8332%
  • Quality & results5421%
  • Staff & attitude4216%
  • Speed & response3313%
  • Communication3313%
  • Price & value104%
  • Honesty & trust52%

What customers talk about

We read 234 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Highly recommend for anyone looking for beautiful, delicious cakes for special occasions!”
    “Stay away at all costs.”
  • “What a fantastic experience - the cake far exceeded my expectations, and everyone commented on how delicious it was.”
  • “I placed a cake order, which I felt like was kind of last minute( less than one weeks notice), but she was more than happy to take it on.”
  • “We got texts the next day, telling us “how amazing the cake was last night!”
  • “Neetu was extremely professional, accommodating, kind, and kept me updated every step of the way.”
  • “She was so lovely to work with and very competitive pricing for the quality and size of the cake.”
  • “She worked with me to finalize every tiny detail of the cake and in the end I completely trusted her judgment.”

People customers mention

  • Neetu 59 reviews
  • Instagram 5 reviews
  • Birthday 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

brandiLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

This was the absolute best cake I have ever tasted. I hosted a bridal shower and needed a specific cake. I sent a picture and she blow it out of the park. It looked so so great, even better than the picture I sent. I was assuming the cake would be ok but not great. I was wrong it was the absolute best cake i have…

Customer photo from brandi's review
Nikki9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Amazing cake for my daughter’s bday! She was so lovely to work with and very competitive pricing for the quality and size of the cake. It was such a beautiful cake and tasted delicious too! Would highly recommend

Matthew7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★

I had an excellent experience with Cakes And Icing. The cake looked absolutely beautiful and tasted just as amazing. Every detail was carefully done, and it was clear that a lot of skill and creativity went into the design. The ordering process was smooth, the communication was great, and everything was ready on…

Xhesika2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I ordered a cake for my baby and it was perfect! Would highly recommend to anyone!

Customer photo from Xhesika's review
Nneds5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I ordered my daughter’s 3rd birthday cake from Cakes and Icing. So appreciative of her accommodating me last minute! The cake was beautiful and delicious. Thanks Neetu!

Customer photo from Nneds's review
Kristen5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Cake was just as much delicious and it was beautiful. Made the occasion that much more special. Great service! Highly recommend

Customer photo from Kristen's review

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 254 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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brandi whiteLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews brandi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This was the absolute best cake I have ever tasted. I hosted a bridal shower and needed a specific cake. I sent a picture and she blow it out of the park. It looked so so great, even better than the picture I sent. I was assuming the cake would be ok but not great. I was wrong it was the absolute best cake i have ever tasted. It was so moist and so so good. Tons of compliments the bride was worried her bridal cake would be as good as this cake. I cannot say enough about how pleased I was!

  • Order type: Take out
  • Price per person: $100+
Nikki Garg9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nikki has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing cake for my daughter’s bday! She was so lovely to work with and very competitive pricing for the quality and size of the cake. It was such a beautiful cake and tasted delicious too! Would highly recommend

  • Meal type: Other
Matthew Creech7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had an excellent experience with Cakes And Icing. The cake looked absolutely beautiful and tasted just as amazing. Every detail was carefully done, and it was clear that a lot of skill and creativity went into the design. The ordering process was smooth, the communication was great, and everything was ready on time. I was extremely happy with the quality and would gladly recommend Cakes And Icing for any special occasion.

Alexis K10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alexis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Awesome cakes every time ☺️

Xhesika Shehaj2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Xhesika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I ordered a cake for my baby and it was perfect! Would highly recommend to anyone!

  • Order type: Take out
  • Meal type: Other
  • Price per person: $100+
  • Noise level: Not sure
Nneds Ubani5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nneds has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I ordered my daughter’s 3rd birthday cake from Cakes and Icing. So appreciative of her accommodating me last minute! The cake was beautiful and delicious. Thanks Neetu!

Kimberly Kit8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kimberly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

For my daughter's birthday, I had a very specific cake in mind, down to the proportions of each component. After reviewing many bakeries in DFW, I knew I had to work with Neetu because her previous work looked flawless. She worked with me to finalize every tiny detail of the cake and in the end I completely trusted her judgment. WOW, what a masterpiece! It turned out even more beautiful than the inspiration photo I shared. And as much as it pained me to cut the cake into slices, it also tasted delicious! Whether you have a design/theme in mind or want to turn the reins over to the artist, Neetu will overdeliver. Thank you for playing such an important part of my daughter's day! Edit: It’s been a year and I ordered my 2nd cake with Neetu. It was even more fabulous this time around! The children loved seeing their favorite character and the cake tasted exactly like a brown derby that we wanted. Thank you!

Kristen McKay5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kristen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Cake was just as much delicious and it was beautiful. Made the occasion that much more special. Great service! Highly recommend

Michelle Dunbar3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I ordered a custom OSU cake for my daughter’s graduation. We absolutely LOVED it. Neetu wanted it to be perfect so she added the stars and it ended up so perfect. Neetu was so easy to work with. Communication and pricing was great! You should order your next cake from her! 😊

  • Order type: Take out
  • Meal type: Other
  • Price per person: $100+
  • Group size: 5-8 people
Shane Sawyer Jones13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Neetu was fantastic! She replicated the cake I wanted and it was absolutely delicious! Would use again in the future!

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