About Us

Our Story

Since opening our doors in 2003, Emily Bakes Cakes has become one of Houston's favorite destinations for handcrafted, European-style cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pastries, and custom celebration desserts. What started as a childhood passion in Emily Boudreaux's grandmother's kitchen has grown into a bakery built on tradition, artistry, and the belief that every milestone deserves a special cake.

Emily's baking roots run deep. As a young girl, she learned side-by-side with her grandmother "Mommie," who always said that everyone deserves one unforgettable cake for every big moment in life. After spending several years training in Paris and Salzburg, Emily returned home with advanced French, Bavarian, and Austrian baking techniques — combined with the family recipes passed down through generations. The result is the signature flavor, texture, and attention to detail that customers love.

Today, every product we make is baked from scratch and crafted with intention. Whether it's a classic standard cake or a fully custom design, our team of bakers and decorators work closely to bring each vision to life. We specialize in European-style custom cakes that range from simple elegance to highly detailed, artistic pieces featuring fondant work, sculpted elements, color palettes, and customer-provided inspiration photos.

Located near the Galleria in Houston, our physical storefront serves walk-in guests daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Where is Emily Bakes Cakes located?

We are located near the Galleria area in Houston, Texas. Our storefront is open for walk-in purchases of standard cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pastries, and seasonal items.

Do you offer walk-in items?

Yes. Our standard products—including cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pastries, and other baked goods—are always available for walk-in customers.

Do you sell ready-made cake mixes?

No. All of our cakes and pastries are baked from scratch using Emily's family recipes combined with her European baking training. We never use store-bought or ready-made mixes.

Custom Cake Orders

Can I place a custom cake order online?

No. Custom cake orders cannot be placed online. Customers may call, email, or visit the store, and our staff will enter the order into our internal order system.

How early should I place a custom cake order?

Custom cakes should be ordered at least 2 days in advance. Exceptions may be granted at the Store Manager's discretion.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes. A 50% deposit is required for all custom orders.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, debit cards, and all major credit cards.

Can I customize any cake?

Yes. All of our standard cakes can be customized with your preferred icing, filling, writing, and decorations. Cupcakes can also be customized (cupcake fillings are applied in the center top portion).

Do you accept inspiration photos?

Yes. Customers may bring inspiration photos, clippings, screenshots, or sample images. Our decorators will evaluate feasibility and make the final decision on what can be replicated safely and accurately.

How many fillings can a cake layer have?

Each layer may have no filling, one filling, or at most two layers of the same filling. Mixed fillings within a single layer are not offered.

When will my custom cake be ready?

All custom cakes are completed and fully decorated at least four hours before the scheduled pickup time.

Who approves the final cake?

Every custom cake is approved by either Emily or the Bakery Manager before it is released to the customer.

Cancellations & Changes

Can I cancel my custom order?

Custom orders may be canceled before baking begins.

Can I change my design?

Design changes may be made before decorating begins. However, changes could affect the final price.

Still Have Questions?

Call us, email us, or stop by the bakery — we're always happy to help make your celebration sweet!