iHow 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 69%85+58.8Reliability 31%75+23.1Momentum penalty57−4.3Experts Score= 78Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#40 of 69 cooking classesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 43%
4.9★★★★★44 Google reviews · 23 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.43★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Flour Power Cooking Studios: Mesa-Gilbert at a glance
Google reviewers rate this cooking school 4.9 out of 5 based on 44 reviews, with the owner responding to 77% of comments. Customers frequently praise the staff’s punctuality, communication, and ability to handle birthday parties, summer camps, and adult classes with minimal effort required from parents. Recurring themes include the provision of all necessary equipment, age-appropriate recipes, and a clean environment suitable for special needs children. One low-star review criticized staff conduct for allegedly humiliating a child during camp, though the owner addressed these concerns by implementing changes and inviting the family back for weekly classes.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 44 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 44 Google reviews (41 with written comments, 13 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 77% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 23, 2026.
Service: Cooking Class serving Mesa, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other cooking classes
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: satisfaction and reliability; weakest: momentum.
This companyCooking Classes median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Flour Power Cooking Studios: Mesa-Gilbert: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Flour Power Cooking Studios: Mesa-Gilbert: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
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Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumiMomentum · 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.Flour Power Cooking Studios: Mesa-Gilbert: 57/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.C
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 38.–
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Star ratings
44 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars4295%
4 stars12%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 41 written reviews
98%praise
Praise4298%
Complaints12%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1637%
Would recommend1228%
Quality & results921%
Speed & response37%
Price & value25%
Communication12%
What customers talk about
We read 41 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They kindly answered my million questions prior to the party and were organized, efficient and helpful during the party.”
“It was a great experience overall, and I'd highly recommend it for a kid's birthday party.”
“My grandma was thoroughly entertained by conversation with her, and I was thoroughly entertained getting to learn a recipe without the hassle of buyin…”
“Flexible and responsive staff.”
“We can't say enough good things about this very affordable option for fun carefree learning at Flour Power without all the mess in your own home to clean up!”
“She explained the cooking and baking steps clearly and did so in a fun way.”
People customers mention
Jamie6 reviews
Mike4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
DDominickLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Incredible experience!! The staff was amazing, the decorations were perfect and the kids had so much fun! What a unique and creative party! I cannot recommended this place enough! So fun!
MMorgan4 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Kilani and heather were amazing!!! They made the party so fun for the kiddos! Would highly recommend!!
BBrittany8 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Wonderful summer cooking camp 🍳🥓🧇🍩 experience for my children! Exciting and age appropriate recipes. Flexible and responsive staff.
AAven4 reviewsiTotal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
My grandmother and I made pear galettes with Olivia Gray. My grandma was thoroughly entertained by conversation with her, and I was thoroughly entertained getting to learn a recipe without the hassle of buying all the ingredients and trying to figure it out alone. Even if mine weren't pretty, blaming my impatience…
KKristyLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal 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 year ago★★★★★
Love this place excellent place for Special Needs Kids My daughter has been coming to the classes for almost a year. She has really grown and opened up with the other kids and instructors They take ESA also.
KKevin7 reviewsiTotal 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 year ago★★★★★
My grand daughter had an amazing week at october cooking camp. The staff are awesome and super friendly.
Incredible experience!! The staff was amazing, the decorations were perfect and the kids had so much fun! What a unique and creative party! I cannot recommended this place enough! So fun!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled that the kids had such a great time and that you enjoyed the staff, decorations, and party experience. The team loved celebrating with your group and hope to welcome your family back soon for another party, Kids Night Out, camp, or cooking class!
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Morgan Rawlins4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Morgan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kilani and heather were amazing!!! They made the party so fun for the kiddos! Would highly recommend!!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled the kiddos had such a fun time. Kilani and Heather will be so happy to hear your kind words! We hope to cook up more fun with your family again soon!
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Brittany J.8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brittany has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Wonderful summer cooking camp 🍳🥓🧇🍩 experience for my children! Exciting and age appropriate recipes. Flexible and responsive staff.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much! We’re delighted your children had such a wonderful summer cooking camp experience with us! We are lucky to have a kind, dedicated team with passion for cooking and baking! We hope to welcome your young chefs back for another camp, class, or Kids Night Out soon!
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Cecil Castro1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Cecil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had my daughter's 6th birthday party at Flour Power yesterday, and it was a BLAST. Kilani was our lead instructor, and she was fabulous with my daughter and her friends. All of the staff were great. This was the most low maintenance party I've ever hosted... all we had to bring was some drinks for parents/kids to enjoy and goody bags for the kids to take home. Everything else was taken care of. The space is beautiful, and the party had a really special feel to it. Many parents said "what a great idea for a party." It was fun to have the focus on the cooking class. It really kept the kids occupied and was something different for many of them!
One tiny downside is the lack of space for non-chefs (parents). There's standing room only for parents, and I had to tell parents it was probably a good idea for only one parent to accompany each kid. It wasn't a huge deal, though, but it's something to consider if you have a lot of extended family that might want to be at the party or any older family members who need a chair.
It was a great experience overall, and I'd highly recommend it for a kid's birthday party. On the way home from her party, my daughter already asked if she can have her party there again next year!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled your daughter’s 6th birthday was a blast and that Kilani and our team made the celebration feel special, fun, and easy for you. Hearing that she was already asking to return absolutely made our day!
We also truly appreciate your feedback about seating for parents. Our studio is designed primarily around giving the young chefs plenty of room to cook, but we understand that limited seating at times can be challenging for larger groups and extra family members. We’ll keep your comments in mind as we continue improving the guest experience. 🙂
It was a pleasure celebrating with your family, and we would love to welcome your daughter back for another party next year—or for a class, camp, or Kids Night Out before then!
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Advocate7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Advocate has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've been meaning to write this review for a while...My son attended a camp there during the summer. Some of the staff were extremely unprofessional. They humiliated my son in front of the other students and my son got upset. One staffer then took my son into the back office where she berated my child, even telling him that he wouldn't be allowed back, and "your mom won't be able to get a refund" - smiling while she said it. He was so upset that he went to the bathroom to call to be picked up, and told me that he didn't want to come out of the bathroom. This was on the first day there. Needless to say we did not return. The way that my child was treated was appalling and I cannot believe that people like that are allowed to be around children. As someone who has taught children in the past, I can't even imagine treating a child that way no matter the circumstance. At least they ended up refunding.
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We take any feedback involving children very seriously.
We have had one incident of this nature in our studio, which occurred approximately 16 months ago and remains isolated. In that instance, a camper became significantly disruptive to other campers during a culinary lesson, and when addressed, used inappropriate language toward staff. Our instructors responded professionally and appropriately, prioritizing a positive and respectful environment for all campers.
Due to the seriousness of the situation, the parent was contacted during camp to discuss what was occurring in real time. The child was picked up shortly thereafter. It was determined that the camp environment was not the right fit at that time in order to maintain a positive and respectful experience for all campers. A refund for the remaining days was issued.
Our instructors are trained to prioritize the emotional and physical safety of every child in our programs. We work hard to create an encouraging, structured, and respectful learning environment, and we are grateful for the many families who return to us year after year.
If any parent ever has concerns, we encourage direct phone communication so we can address them promptly and thoughtfully.
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Aven Anglin4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Aven has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My grandmother and I made pear galettes with Olivia Gray. My grandma was thoroughly entertained by conversation with her, and I was thoroughly entertained getting to learn a recipe without the hassle of buying all the ingredients and trying to figure it out alone. Even if mine weren't pretty, blaming my impatience in waiting for an example, the taste was worth the mouth burns.
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Kristy WalderLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Love this place excellent place for Special Needs Kids My daughter has been coming to the classes for almost a year. She has really grown and opened up with the other kids and instructors They take ESA also.
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Kevin Jackson7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We did an event today for the Active Adult Community where I work. Everyone had a great time and the food was incredible! We did the Tour of Italy class. Highly recommend and we will be back!
