Best Cake Places in Short Pump

"Satisfy your sweet tooth with a trip to Pearl’s Bake Shoppe. In addition to everyday flavors that include chocolate, vanilla, and carrot cake, Pearl’s offers unique specialty and seasonal flavors like beignet, mint julep, and Virginia’s President. And if you’re traveling with a food allergy or dietary restriction, you’ll be glad to know that Pearl’s also has a selection of delicious gluten-free and vegan cupcakes each day."

"If cupcakes were all that Pearl’s did, they would still be one of the top bakeries around – and with good reason. But fortunately for all of us, Pearl’s is much more than just cupcakes. Known as one of the premier bake shops in the region, Pearl’s also prides themselves on their original, handcrafted cake designs – which includes some of the best birthday cakes in the Richmond area."

"Worth the drive to the West End for their delicious vegan options. pearlsbakeshoppe.com. 5812 Grove Avenue in the far West End"

"Since 1926, The Mixing Bowl has been serving the Richmond community with handcrafted cakes, cookies, pastries and more. Known for their delicious “small” delicacies, they have also earned quite a name for themselves as special event cake designers. And when it comes to birthday cakes, trust us when we say that The Mixing Bowl can bake up cakes with just about any design, shape or size that you might need."

"For some of us, some “Happy Birthday” in fancy cursive writing and some icing roses is all we need to make a birthday special– that’s where the local grocery store bakery comes in handy. But if it’s a truly special cake you’re looking for, then Zosaro’s is going to be your new favorite bakery – hand down. As a relative newcomer to the Richmond scene (they only opened in 2015), Zosaro’s specializes in professionally designed and decorated cakes, with everything from simple buttercream and dessert cakes to completely custom cakes based on your specific event, theme or personality."

"Ciao and welcome to Carrabba's where you can enjoy a casual dinner in a warm, festive atmosphere. Discover a variety of fresh, handmade Italian dishes cooked to order in our lively kitchen."

"2901 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23221Website | Facebook | Twitter | Photo: FB. Located in the heart of Richmond’s Museum District, Deco Ristorante serves the freshest Sicilian cuisine!"

"Bacchus offers a refreshing respite after an exhausting day. If you crave for delicious pasta and wine, this charming, small hole-in-the-wall is the place to be. All Italian inspired dishes are simply amazing and straightforward, but done and presented well that they are very much worth every penny."

"Coming in second place is Sugar Shack, which was featured in USA Today’s top donut shops in the USA article in honor of National Donut Day…AKA they’re pretty legit. This neighborhood shop is rustic and features different flavors that look and taste like all your favorite candy bars. Flavors include Baby Ruth, M&M, Butterfinger, and Somoa."

"Sugar Shack Donuts is on Thrillist's definitive list of the 33 Best Donut Shops in America, so it has to get some respect. Ultimately, its ranking on these lists is what attracts many donut-eating visitors to Richmond. Flavors include "Tastes Like a Samoa," Chocolate Butterfinger, and Apple Cake."

"Definitely in the running for the cutest café award, this little shop mixes retro styles with modern aesthetics that make every corner Insta-worthy. Not to mention their handmade sourdough donuts (and literally everything else on their menu) are to die for!"

"Okay, I know Krispy Kreme plays in the big leagues when it comes to donuts and isn’t necessarily a “local” donut shop in Richmond…but we figured that if we’re going to rate the best donut places in the area, we should at least compare it to what most Americans deem the superstar of the donut world. Despite dominating the donut industry, Krispy Kreme fell flat next to it’s competition, which says a lot about the donut standards in Richmond. Although this is slightly shocking, this result doesn’t take away from the fact that Krispy Kreme is always a reliable source for some quality donuts."

"One of the three locations for the American Civil War Museum, Historic Tredegar is located near Brown's Island and Belle Isle on downtown Richmond's riverfront. It also shares a site with the Richmond National Battlefield Park Visitor Center. The Historic Tredegar is a private museum associated with the American Civil War Museum based on the location of the Tredegar Iron Works, once the third-largest iron manufacturer in the United States."

"The American Civil War Museum is located in Downtown Richmond. Sitting right on the James River, the museum is located inside the ruins of Tredegar Iron Works. It’s 30,000 square feet with over 120,000 artifacts, much of which is not war-based."

"Part of the multisite American Civil War Museum, this fascinating exhibit – housed inside an 1861 iron works that at its height employed 800 free and slave laborers – explores the causes and course of the Civil..."

"The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a private institution founded in 1831. It is home to the largest exhibit of Virginian artifacts and features galleries, displays, and interactive exhibits fit for all ages."

"Virginia's attic is looking pretty darn impressive after a multimillion-dollar renovation. With easy-to-digest changing and permanent exhibits tracing the story of the Commonwealth from its prehistoric beginnings..."

"John Marshall House was the home of the distinguished jurist and is one of the few remaining Federal-style homes in the area. The fourth Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court, Marshall served from 1801 to 1835, and his court opinions established several crucial concepts of constitutional government. Most important of these was making the Supreme Court an equal branch of government with the Congress and the president, and reinforcing the principle that federal law took priority over state laws."