The Peppered Cupcake

"I would come here again if my family and I ever came back to North Carolina. They have very good cupcakes and seasonal flavor."

"Definitely get the Peppered flavor. It's was my favorite out of all the different ones we tried. All were delicious. They are not overly sweet. There is a nice balance of flavor that will appeal to adults and kids. The flavor selections change daily. Cupcakes like Taro and Peppered may not attract some, but I can assure you they are absolutely wonderful tasting. I recommend you give the more uncommon flavors a try."

"This was my first visit to The Peppered Cupcake on Racine Dr., in Midtown, although I have enjoyed the downtown TPC location a few times. TPC has always been innovative, consistent and their staff are exceptionally trained in the craft of cupcake sorcery. FOOD: Mango Habanero Peppered Cupcake; Creme Brulee Cupcake & Pina Colada Cupcake. I'll begin with the Mango Habanero Peppered Cupcake...it is the best cupcake that ever was, is and will be. I love some sweet heat and this cupcake blends it all with my favorite ingredients (mango puree with habanero, centered over a vanilla cupcake). If there are cupcakes in Heaven, I hope these are the chosen ones. My 2nd choice is the Creme Brulee with the fresh blueberry and blackberry garnish. Caramel drizzle over a baked puff of fine creme brulee will make you wonder how they do it. This cupcake tastes just like a 5-Star dining restaurant dessert but...solidified into a large, fluffy morsel of handheld goodness. Lastly, the Pina Colada cupcake was smooth and subtle with coconut flakes and a pineapple chutney resting on the top, garnished with a cherry. I guess I was expecting more "pina colada" punch into the cupcake but most of that flavor came from blending the toppings and icing together. Overall, the flavor is very subtle and I had to focus hard during each chew to taste Pina Colada. Maybe I was expecting a hint of reduced Rum, but couldn't taste any. It is sweet, refreshing and Caribbean-style, but I don't know if I'd label this one as a Pina Colada. SCORE: 4.6 STARS!! SERVICE: The only staff member I encountered (please forgive my forgetting of her name) was very pleasant, offered recommendations and had an overall friendly demeanor. She was masked up throughout the visit but did not have on gloves (if that's an expectation of yours) during this visit. Recognizing that I mentioned the Mango Habanero Peppered Cupcake as my favorite, she offered me a sample of a new peppered puree in the works to get my opinion. She did well at providing exceptional customer service. The decor and ambiance of this location is Southern and "Homey". Very inviting and pleasant experience. SCORE: 5 STARS!! OVERALL SCORE: I am not necessarily a "sweets" kinda guy (exception is ice cream), but TPC will give you cravings once you've had them. With a wide variety of flavors available throughout the day, TPC is sure to please your sweet tooth whenever you want something remarkable. Great treats, great service and a convenient location. SCORE: 4.8 STARS!!"