Restaurant Review: Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

Richard Banks
Are you looking for a fusion and dessert bliss? Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV is your answer to the mundane, traditional bakeries you may have seen in the past. A newbie in the bakery world, established in 2008, Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV will have you wanting to taste all of their eclectic creations. And remember, it's all about the buttercream.

First Impressions of Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

When you enter Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV, you see a well maintained bakery. At first you consider words such as stark, baron, and neutral. Once you see the display of cupcakes, you will understand the meaning behind Retro Bakery. They don't have the bells and whistles; Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV simply has great tasting and unique creations. The shop is very reminiscent of the '50's and '60's, clean lines and zero clutter.

Owners and Menu at Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

The owners/bakers are a husband a wife team who truly adore baking. Once you meet them, you fall in love with their passion to create a perfect product. They meet and greet you at the front door and appreciate the time spent in their shop. The menu consists of 24 unique cupcake flavors. All are made with buttercream icing.

Daily specials at Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV


Monday
: Drumstick (Vanilla cake topped with vanilla buttercream, dipped in chocolate and crushed nuts)


Tuesday
: Blueberry Pancake (Vanilla cake with blueberries and maple syrup inside topped with maple buttercream)


Wednesday
: Monthly Flavor (A new flavor each month)


Thursday
: 9th Island (Vanilla cake mixed with white chocolate and macadamia nuts topped with coconut buttercream - In honor of Vegas being called the 9th Island by Hawaiians!)


Friday
: Brownie Sundae (Chocolate chip brownie topped with vanilla buttercream and chocolate fudge)


Saturday
: Monthly Flavor (A new flavor each month)

Special Notices at Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

If you are interested in same day pick of cupcakes, Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV recommends calling ahead. For all cakes, except custom orders, there is a 24-hr notice. Mini cupcakes require a 24-hr notice as well.

Check Please at Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

Eating at Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV will not be cheap. The cost of one cupcake is $2.65. A dozen will run you $29 and $12 per dozen for mini cupcakes. If you are interested in ordering a cake, prices start at $20 and run upwards of $40. There will be an additional charge for special order cakes.

Pros

Eclectic atmosphere

Friendly owners

Allergen friendly

Nationally recognized

Great location

Great cupcakes

Daily specials

Local award winner

Cons

Pricey

My Take and Thoughts Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV

The conclusion is that Retro Bakery Las Vegas, NV is a winner. The cupcake craze may have come and gone, but Retro Baery is poised to have a fantastic business. Between their unique flavor selection, retro decor, and family run operation, retro Bakery is a business model you can sink your teeth into.

Published by Richard Banks

Retail business manager turned professional writer. More than 15 years in the retail business management field. Four years of music and business college education with a concentration of management and leade...  View profile

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