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ABC Baking Cake Decorating & Party Supplies
Categories: Event Planning & Services Party Supplies Food Specialty Food Education Specialty Schools Cooking Schools Party Supplies, Specialty Food, Cooking Schools [Edit]
2853 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 224-9796
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 9 am - 5:30 pm
Sat 10 am - 3 pm
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
34 reviews for ABC Baking Cake Decorating & Party Supplies
Review Highlights
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"...of candy making supplies, cookie cutters, and other various..." In 6 reviews -
"I wish there was more selection on cupcake liners." In 3 reviews -
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34 reviews in English
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Review from Becky M.
Queen Creek, AZ
4/28/2012
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!!!
Yes, they are a bit pricey and if Walmart has the item you need you will pay about $3-$5 less at Wallyworld. However, they only have 1 aisle of stuff so it'll cover you in a pinch but if you are a serious cake decorator you will have to go to ABC. And ABC has it all!!!! I have spent hours- literally hours- in this store just browsing and playing and letting my imagination soar. That would get it 4 stars. What really takes them over the top is the staff! Helpful, knowledgable, experienced in the baking and candy crafts. They actually help you when you have a question and can provide tips and solutions to your baking problems.
I went in one day last week and told them woman at the counter that I was new to candy making and needed something sparkly that would stick to the candy. Instead of just pointing me in the direction of glitter and such (like most stores would do) she asked me questions.
What kind of candy- chocolate or isomalt? Are you looking for subtle shimmer or in your face glam? What are you using the candy for- will it stand alone or be a decoration for cake? and so on, so she could actually assess my need and determine that what I needed was Pixie dust (well, really, who couldn't use some Pixie dust in their life??). And she was right... the Pixie dust sticks perfectly to chocolate just by sprinkling it on and my little customer (a very discerning 3 year old girl) was positively thrilled!!! -
Review from Audra E.
Phoenix, AZ
5/8/2012
I walked in and one of the girls stared at me. I said hello and she just turned around not even smiling. I then proceed to walk around the tight crowded store never once being asked if i needed help. The girl who stared at me walked by me moments later with another customer and just started at me. I found the staff incredibly rude.
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Review from dave f.
Phoenix, AZ
2/25/2012
I really like the selection of flavors here. I make my own juice for my e-cig and ABC offers a nice variety that help keep our vaping interesting. My only complaint about the place is their hours, I wish they were open later on weekends!
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Review from Chris S.
5/28/2011
All of my baking needs are met whenever I am baking a cake for someone. If you are building a custom cake, this is the place to start. No matter what kind of cake you are making they will have the supplies for it. I made a NIN cake for my boyfriend awhile back and I needed cake paint, cake stands, and doilies. If you are not sure of where to look they will make suggestions for you.
The only bummer about the place is that they close so dang early. So just make sure you get here during the early part of the day. -
Review from Meschelle H.
Phoenix, AZ
1/4/2012 1 Check-in Here
As a culinary industry employee/baked goods enthusiast, I have to say that I really dig this little gem. They have everything you could need for baking that perfect cake, cookie, candy, chocolate, etc. They have decorations, edible glitters, sprinkles, cake toppers, utensils, cake sheets, food coloring, helpful staff, classes and more! I love coming in here and just walking around to try and get ideas. They can be a tad pricey but it's worth checking out. I even found rose water here when I was making a chocolate cake and wanted to make a vanilla bean/rose frosting!! Yay cakes!
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Review from Eunice L.
San Jose, CA
6/5/2011 1 photo
I've died and gone to cake heaven. I'm a self taught baker & been to decorating stores in LA & Vegas. This place surpasses any store I've been to.
They have aisles of cupcake/cake toppers. Every color sprinkles, candles & food coloring dyes. Every size of cardboard cake bases, pans, doilies & cupcake/cake boxes. Tons of sugar decorations like shells, flowers, shapes & holiday that make the pefect touch on a cake.
I wish there was more selection on cupcake liners. Service was great & On point. -
Review from tages t.
Chicago, IL
3/3/2012
This place was amazing!!! Tons of stuff to look through! I went in looking for pastry/decorating bags and found so much more! They had an amazing array of cookie cutters!! They had dinosaurs, cowboy, states, mermaid cookie cutters and soooo much more! They also had a great variety of decorating tips and large sizes too which I thought did not exist! They also had wedding cake toppers that had gay and lesbian couples, which I thought was awesome since I was in AZ and was surprised to see this! They also had chocolate molds as well. You name it this place probably has it!!
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Review from Sunny D.
Phoenix, AZ
3/9/2012
Awesome place-- you can find just about anything you need here to get your baking done. I love baking cakes and cupcakes and I come here for all my specialty supplies. So much better of a selection than Michael's, Joanns or any craft store. Variety of flavors, shapes, colors, ect.
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Review from Stephanie B.
Austin, TX
10/21/2011
This place rules. If you're looking for high-end, low-end, fancy, mundane, obscure, or whatever you need for your sweet treats, it's here. I guarantee it. The staff are helpful, too. I get lost here in the very best way.
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Review from Sarah G.
4/4/2011
This store is great. Comprehensive collection of baking and cake decorating supplies. They had everything I needed to complete the cakes for my brother's wedding.
The staff is everywhere and super helpful. I didn't feel lost at all. They were also quite friendly. Frick and Frack (not their names, but what can ya do? :) ) behind the counter were hilarious to listen to and interact with. So fun!
It's in a good central location, although it is still quite a trek for me. It's worth it to find everything I need in one place.
Their website is also super helpful. You can order online, or just check that they carry something before you make the journey there.
Prices? Quite reasonable, thank you very much. -
Review from Bacon B.
6/8/2009
Holy Cow!
Imagine finding out that there's a store that sells the quiche pan that you planned to buy for someone's not-so-secret suprise birthday brunch, and that pan exceeds your expectations. Visualize a removable bottom. Now, imagine that same store has cake pans in virtually every possible shape and size under the sun, along with chocolate molds, cookie cutters, jelly roll pans, racks, cake toppers, frosting, kitchen gadgets...the list goes on and on.
A word of caution: If you're going here to find a specific item, ask to be taken to it directly. Otherwise, your eye will wander and there's no way you'll be able to turn down buying an offset spatula (which they conveniently placed next to the register). But, at these prices I cannot complain. For the two quiche pans and that impulse-buy spatula, I made out for under $20. Oh, trust me. I'll definately get more than $20s worth of use from the spatula alone, top that with being able to make quiche on a whim, and I think you can call me a satisfied shopper. -
Review from christina p.
Phoenix, AZ
5/5/2010 1 photo
I needed a 14-inch round pan for a ruffled milk pie I wanted to make. I tried the home goods section at ROSS; I tried the baking sections of Safeway and Frys; I tried Target... I found NOTHING! I had bookmarked this place after reading my friend Bacon B's review, knowing one day it would make for a fun shopping adventure.
Sure enough, they had my 14-inch round pan. It wasn't fancy. Plain brushed silver color. Not hard on the eyes, at least. AND, they carried the super fine (caster ) sugar at a very reasonable price, another recipe requirement I had some trouble finding.
And, viola! I had everything I needed to try out this new recipe.
It was delicious, by the way. Tastes like a french-toast flavored bread pudding!! Finding the pan and the sugar was the hardest part!
Here's a link to the recipe: http://www.findyourcra...
(Only 3 stars because about two weeks later I found a more decorative 14-inch round pan at a European market and the price was the same as what I paid for the plain-jane one...)Listed in: D.I.Y.
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Review from Claudia B.
Simi Valley, CA
6/6/2011
I agree with the previous 24 reviewers. This place can't be beat, and honestly, I don't live in AZ anymore, so I can't even come here !! Boo-hoo. I thought that when I moved to Los Angeles, I could certainly find equal to, if not better, but that isn't the case, and I pine for this place everytime I walk into the place I now have to use. They are always out of things I want/need, they charge more, and their quality on the food products is much less. I so miss this place.
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Review from Keesha G.
Austin, TX
1/12/2008
ABC is the Home Depot for the baker or kitchen gadget junkie. They offer unique cake molds, cake toppers and my favorite- solid color cupcake liners.
They host a number of different Wilton cake decorating classes.
They close by 3:00PM. -
Review from Crystal Z.
Tempe, AZ
8/22/2009
This place is a dream come true. From the pans, to the candy molds, the cake toppers and the pre-made icings, it's pure sugary-heaven. I thought I would be able to just walk-in/walk-out, but instead, I spent an hour walking up and down the aisles, determined to check everything out.
I absolutely adore this store, and will be making another trip VERY soon!Listed in: Born to Shop
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Review from gabi m.
Gilbert, AZ
1/3/2009
I hadn't ever been inside this store until I found out they were offering a class in fondant/gumpaste...
So, I am not taking a cake decorating class here and found this store to be quite the hidden gem. Most of the ingredients that I would typically buy off of the Internet, they have. Powdered dyes, FOND-X, Silpat in large sizes to accommodate the larger pieces of fondant....
They also have a huge selection of candy making supplies, cookie cutters, and other various baking necessities. Mind you, a lot of the items they have range from Wilton Brand all the way to the higher-end baking stuff. So there is a great range for beginners to professionals.
Parking is easy and there is a large lot
The staff is "somewhat" helpful - they can be a little offish, but don't let that intimidate you.
My instructor, Heather, is very talented and knowledgeable and helpful. -
Review from Bri D.
Seattle, WA
3/6/2009
Hand's down this place is my favorite store in Phoenix. Actually, it's my favorite store in Arizona. I would be hard pressed to find a place cooler than this that caters so exactly to my every need and desire as a baker.
I first came here when I was searching for a place to find cupcake liners in bulk. I had just received an order from the school I work at to do cupcakes for their homecoming. 400 of them to be exact. Ordering liners online would prove to be too pricey as would buying out every store's stock. Somehow, even though I have driven by many many times, I did not even know this existed. Now I certainly do.
Inside you will find a menagerie of things to delight everyone from the amateur baker to the professional pastry chef. You will see rows of sprinkles, hundreds of cookie cutters, a rainbow of food coloring, dozens of specialty cake pans, and cake toppers galore. I have never gone here and walked out unsatisfied. I always find what I need.
If I could walk around this place with a plate of bacon from Matt's, I would seriously think I had died and gone to heaven. If you are ever in need of anything related to cakes and cake decorating, give this place a shot. You will never consult a big box craft store for your needs ever again. -
Review from Kristin C.
Phoenix, AZ
2/28/2007
I call this "The Cake Store". That's the only name it needs to me. It's been "The Cake Store" since I was about 5 and I used to come here with my Aunt who make professional cakes. While she hunted for what she needed and scoped out what was new, I was in imaginative kids heaven. Rows upon rows of tiny cake toppers. Mini barbie dolls, mini cans of coke (and beer), teddy bears, army men, sports cars, Disney characters, Strawberry shortcake, 50's Retro Bowling themed stuff - and SO much more. And all of these things are available from things as small as pick flags (they stick in cupcakes or occationally on cakes) all the way up to large 3D things to make a "setting" on a cake. It's pretty amazing.
Then there are the professional baking pans and accessories. I love the new cupcake trees, and I first saw them here. They have great wedding cake pans too. Don't want to make your own frosting and fillings? They have pre-made stuff here so you don't have to even bother. Or are you more a candy person? They have tons of candy molds for just about any possible creation - and candy chips that you can melt down.
Or, if you'd love to do this but are clueless - guess who offers classes? They have a full class room right next door with Wilton classes teaching everything from cake decorating to cookie bouquets and seasonal fun classes like gingerbread house creating.
Amazing stuff and definitely the best selection in the valley -
Review from Dawn W.
Scottsdale, AZ
2/8/2010
I was a bit nervous going into the shop for the 1st time. I had seen reviews on other sites that said the staff was not friendly, and I was needing to ask a lot of questions. I found the staff very helpful. They know their merchandise and can direct you right to the hard to find items. You can find ANYTHING you want for cake decorating.
The first time I went into the store I was looking for supplies needed to make a princess cake. I saw a cake at a local grocery store and went in looking for the supplies needed to make it myself. They had exactly what I needed all prepackaged in a kit.
Recently, I sent a friend of mine in because she was throwing herself a Double Quncineta (she was turning 30.) I made her a beautiful cake but told her she needed to find her decorations. She found everything she needed for her gag b-day cake. The staff at ABC told her they want pictures.
Prices are reasonable. I have found that most stuff is cheaper than buying online, but be prepared... As other reviews have said, if you are there browsing you will find extra stuff and spend more $.Listed in: Specialty Stores- Oh the…
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Review from Carmelo R.
Glendale, AZ
Updated - 7/24/2010
I have completed all my classes and got all three certs. It was a great experience. I wish there were more classes but I'm ready to make my wedding cake now. See how I did.
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5/27/2010
I'm a little sad. I completed course II and have to wait a bit until I can take course III and it… Read more »
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Review from Sheila B.
Phoenix, AZ
4/2/2008
If you need it, you'll probably find it here!
I was looking for dress/clothing/girly cookie cutters and this was the only place I found them!
Well I looked online but wasn't going to drop $40 for 4 cookie cutters. -
Review from Amy Q.
Phoenix, AZ
9/20/2010
If you bake or love to bake you will love this store! They have everything you could ever need to bake anything you desire.
I recently made Boston Cream Cupcakes and I purchased my frosting and Bavarian Cream to cut down on time and their filling and frostings are the best.
I just can't say enough about the items here. -
Review from Sarah S.
Chandler, AZ
5/17/2007
If you plan on doing anything with cakes or chocolate, you will want to know about this store.
As stated earlier, they do have EVERYTHING. A whole section of cookie cutters, decorating tips, rows of chocolate molds, cake pans, party supplies, and everything else.
They have the best prices on disposable bags too- 100 for $13 something.
If I do not have a coupon to Michael's or Joann's, and know I will be heading to Phoenix, this is one place I stop by.
One thing though is that their bathroom is not for the public. They did make an exception for my toddler though.
Plan on spending a lot of time just going up and down the aisles though. It is not a "quick trip" store. -
Review from Lisa P.
Chandler, AZ
10/28/2011
This place is amazing. A definite must for any baker. They have every type of pan, gizmo, or gadget you could ever need at rock bottom prices. I like to stock up on cellophane bags and disposable loaf pans (those brown paper ones) for holiday gift giving. Sure, you can probably find a majority (but not all) of their items at Sur La Table, but you'll pay more.
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Review from Brye B.
Phoenix, AZ
4/4/2011
This place is fantastic! They have supplies to suit the most imaginative of bakers! I also feel they have great pricing. I have seen similar items at other supply stores for up t twice the price.
The staff is incredibly helpful too! These ladies know what they are talking about. -
Review from Melinda R.
Scottsdale, AZ
5/24/2009
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
CLOSED Sunday
Just thought I'd share that useful information. This place of course is closed on Holidays.
You would think being a cake specialty store that they would raise their prices on items, but they really don't. Everything is marked as low as they can still make a profit on. They carry so many items I wouldn't even know where to begin. Every pan you can think of, cake toppers, sprinkles galore, pre made fondant, cake fillings... the list goes on. If you're not sure they carry it, just give them a call. If they don't have it, they'll let you know where to go to get it. I'm so glad I found this place!
They have cake decorating classes if that's your thing. I just signed up myself. There are 4 courses you take and each course contains a "kit" you must purchase. Here's the general breakdown:
Classes are put on by Winston. These are the same classes you can take at Michael's Craft Store but they are half the cost.
Cost per Course: $25 (this covers all 4 lessons)
Amount of lessons per course: 4
Cost for Kit: $25 - $35 depending on class (kits include all the tools you will need for the class. Cake tips, cutting tools, etc)
You meet once a week, for 4 consecutive weeks, for 2 hours. You can call and register right over the phone and they will let you know when the next "class" starts.
Since I just signed up for Course 1, here's the breakdown of what you will learn:
Essentials of Cake Decorating
The use of cake decorating tools
How to make buttercream icing for future lessons
How to fill and frost a cake
Very basic. Class 2 you will get into creating flowers. Class 3 looks like it's going to bring it all together. Class 4 is where you learn the fondant and gum paste. I don't know about you, but I'm doing them all!
I hope this was helpful.
=====I TOOK MY FIRST CLASS!=====
I just got back from my first class so I thought I would update this.
Instructor is very friendly and easy to talk to. The first class all you need to bring is a pen and a paper (oh and your receipt). You will get a book from the instructor with all the learning materials for all 4 classes. After you are shown how to cut, fill, and frost a cake, you are shown how to make a basic flower. NONE of this you are actually doing. The first class you are just shown by the instructor. After the class is over, you walk through the store and are told which things you will need to buy.
THINGS YOU NEED TO BUY:
- 8x3 round cake decorating pan - $8.99 @ ABC
- Kit #1 for the class itself. As I mentioned above, it has all the tips and tools you need for THIS class. - $24.99 @ ABC
HUGE MONEY SAVINGS TIP: If you are into cake decorating, buy the $150 dollar caddy at Michaels. It's made by Wilson and it's a toolbox full of 101 cake decorating items. EVERYTHING you need is practically in this box. Get a 40% off coupon for Michaels by signing up for their newsletter online. Sometimes their promo is 50% off. This will save you TONS in the long run. Can't beat $90 bucks for everything.)
- Piping gel - I forget :) $5 bucks?
- Meringue powder (for butter cream frosting) - $5.99 @ ABC (instructor will suggest wilson brand. Found at michaels for $5.99)
- Frosting colors - $15.99 @ ABC for 15 colors
- Clear Vanilla extract - $4.99 @ ABC
- Clear Butter flavor extract - $4.99 @ ABC
- Cardboard dealies that go under your round cake - 79 cents
- Sweetex - $8.99 for 3lbs @ ABC (basically Crisco)
- 1lb Powdered Sugar - 3 bucks at the grocery store
- Cake leveler (this is in the big caddy at michaels. Otherwise I believe its around 15 dollars)
That's all I have for now. Keep ya updated on the money you'll need to spend for Lesson 2. This is FUNNN!
PS: Park in the back of the lot when arriving. I guess the front parking is for store guests and employees. I had to move my car :) -
Review from John P.
Scottsdale, AZ
8/19/2009
If you need cake decorating equipment & supplies, and to be able to talk to a sales person who actually knows something about decorating cakes, ABC is the place for you.
A whole store devoted to nothing but cakes! They have EVERYTHING. I swear there was nothing I was looking for that I couldn't find. -
Review from Frankie S.
Phoenix, AZ
6/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
I am sad that this is the only baking superstore in my vicinity. Perhaps if this store were located among the many craft and culinary boutiques in the heart of Stepford (aka the East Valley), it would not be so highly rated and flocked to in throngs. I've only attempted to shop here thrice but each time I have been unable to find any of the things I had been looking for. I felt snubbed by the baking ladies who'd rather cackle amongst themselves about whose cardiologist was potentially worse than help a customer find a product. Instead I blindly searched and was waved off to an area where the items "might be" and when happening upon an "out of stock" label on a lonely shelf, was offered no further assistance on how I might acquire said missing item in the future. I left the bakery as I had come in, without a greeting and without notice. It's a shame this place blows so badly because it does smell amazing!
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Review from Toni J.
4/28/2010
This is a one stop shop for cake decorating and candy making supplies. This place reminds me of Home Depot. There are many "shiny" things that can get you totally distracted from what you were going there for, but the staff is knowledgeable and helps make sure you get everything you need to complete your project. There is no other place like it in the Phoenix area. The product selection is more than triple that of any Michael's store and here the staff can actually give you recommendations rather than just directing you to the right aisle. If you're a lover of cake decorating like I am, you will love this store!
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Review from Joanna W.
Peoria, AZ
1/31/2010
Another one of those places that maybe should have remained in childhood. My mother used to make wedding cakes, and many a weekend was spent in the Sacramento version of this store. Mom pouring over decorating tips and sugar crystals, and me pouring over the fun trinketries such as plastic babies, flags of all nations, and sombreros. The store seemed much smaller than I imagined it as a child - yet, I was still able to acquire exactly what I sought: violet frosting coloring gum, and purple metallic sparkles. Mission accomplished. Now on to make a purple i-pod cake. Not sure if they're going to let me use their photo-to-cake topper service to make a Silversun Pickups album cover for my ipod cake though. Bummer.
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Review from Judy F.
4/29/2010
I love this place. I have been here several times. I find what I need every time. I do not and can NOT bake. But I love to buy plain cakes and make it my own design. They have decorations for every occasion. It is awesome! The staff has always been super friendly to me. LOVE IT!
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Review from H G.
Mesa, AZ
5/15/2010
Super cool, cookie/cake.chocolate maker haven! :) Totally worth the 40 minute drive I had - it was packed when I got there and I did not experience one little bit of rudeness. I arrived with my 5yo and after cruising the aisles for a bit an employee came by to see if I needed help finding anything. Super neat place! :)
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Review from Bethann N.
Scottsdale, AZ
8/25/2009
Wonderful store and staff! Incredibly knowledgable and helpful. The courses offered are top rate and Heather is a fantastic instructor.
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Review from Jennifer S.
Gilbert, AZ
5/1/2011
This place is amazing! Went in to purchase cupcake box inserts which I have not been able to find anywhere else locally and was easily distracted by all of the cake pans, piping tips, sugar toppings, cookie cutters, etc. I arrived just as the store was closing and there were still a ton of people in the store. I really wish ABC would extend their business hours since they are only open until 5:30 during the week, close at 3pm on Saturday, and are not open Sundays.
