David G. Stone

Review of Baked and Wire

These are the cupcakes you're looking for, and the...

These are the cupcakes you're looking for, and the espresso to wash them down. Featuring an indie-artsy college vibe, there's a dessert here for everyone's brand of sweet-tooth, from Chocolate Doom to Red Velvet to the more inventive Unporked Elvis. Unlike some other cupcakes in the neighborhood, these ones are big, dense, and buttery, with heaps unique icings on top. There's plenty of brownies and cookies for those with less cake-y desires. The zucchini, banana and pumpkin breads are probably their best kept secrets though. The coffees and teas are good, making B&W a solid option for cappuccinos in Georgetown. The front of the cafe is split by a dividing wall between coffee and cupcakes, which helps keep the line typically out the door moving, though can sometimes be confusing to first time visitors. Seating is limited, and it's usually very crowded at peak hours.