
The Cupcake Parlour
A much-loved West End cupcake bakery — 4.8 stars from 330-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Cupcake Parlour is a family-owned bakery at 47 Vulture St in West End, Brisbane, specialising in cupcakes and cakes baked fresh to order. Its range covers everyday treats, decorated cupcakes, celebration cakes, brownies, blondies and slices, with products available through its online store. The business also delivers across Greater Brisbane, with further delivery sometimes possible by arrangement.
A major focus is custom decoration. The team creates cupcakes for birthdays, celebrations and themed events, and has experience producing corporate branded cupcakes using high-quality printing to present logos and other branding clearly. The bakery says it can manage large orders at short notice, making it a practical option for workplaces, events and customers organising something beyond a standard box. The online range includes Signature Mixed Boxes, Premium Assorted Decoration Cupcakes, Happy Birthday Cupcakes, Rainbow Heart Cupcakes and floral-style cupcake arrangements, along with larger celebration pieces such as a Vintage Love Heart Cake and pull-apart designs.
Dietary requirements are another strong part of the offering. The Cupcake Parlour has developed recipes for gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free and nut-free cupcakes and cakes, with some options available online. Customers with a requirement that is not listed are encouraged to contact the bakery, as the team may have another suitable recipe. The business also says it uses natural colourings and flavourings, sources local, high-quality ingredients where possible, and considers the ethical and sustainability practices of some suppliers.
The emphasis here is on made-to-order baking, detailed decoration and accommodating different types of customers rather than a café-style experience. It suits anyone looking for personalised cupcakes or cakes for a celebration, businesses ordering branded treats, and people seeking options that take dietary restrictions seriously. With a family-operated team and a stated focus on customer service and attention to detail, The Cupcake Parlour offers a distinctly tailored approach from its West End base.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 08:00 – 12:00
- TuesdayToday
- 08:00 – 12:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00 – 13:00
- Thursday
- 08:00 – 13:00
- Friday
- 08:00 – 13:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 12:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 90
- Popularity
- 77
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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