5 to Try: Cupcakes in San Diego

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

Updated: July 10, 2009

They're the trendiest treat around--it's no secret that cupcakes have made a comeback and are popping up all over San Diego. So put your diet on pause, and check out some of the best frosted tops San Diego has to offer.

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  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Babycakes
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    3766 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)

    Hillcrest's latest sweet spot always has rows and rows of fresh cupcakes lining the fron case. Nosh on one with a coffee at one of the cafe tables, or take a huge box to go for the office.

  2. 2 Michelle Coulon's Dessertiere
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    7556 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)

    In a nod to classic technique, San Diego's own Martha Stewart serves up all the traditional cupcake flavors with rich buttercream frosting. Just like grandma used to bake.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Cupcakes Squared Inc
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    3772 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92107 (map)

    This cupcake shop in OB bakes in small batches daily for freshness, plus a bit of funk: square-shaped cakes in fun flavors like peanut butter and jelly.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Eclipse Chocolat
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    2121 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)

    Though more famous for his truffles, Will at Eclipse is gaining a reputation for great cupcakes, too. His are always seasonal (so you may not see the same one in the case twice) and interesting with garnishes like sea salt and lavender.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Influx Cafe Inc
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    1948 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92102 (map)

    With at least an inch of frosting on top, Influx's cupcakes reign supreme over many other more traditional bakers. We love the lemon flavor with the cute blueberry topper.