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Kara's Cupcakes Palo Alto

A cupcake shop at 855 El Camino Real #50 in Palo Alto, CA.

Cupcake shop Hours listed
Get directions (650) 326-2253 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Pacific Time

Checking hours…

Monday10 AM – 7 PM
Tuesday10 AM – 7 PM
Wednesday10 AM – 7 PM
Thursday10 AM – 7 PM
Friday10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday10 AM – 6 PM

62 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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855 El Camino Real #50, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Address855 El Camino Real #50, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone(650) 326-2253
StyleCupcake shop
CountySanta Clara County
Time zonePacific Time

About Kara's Cupcakes

You will find Kara's Cupcakes at 855 El Camino Real #50 in Palo Alto, right in the middle of Palo Alto. Its listing also places it among cake shops.

It is one of 21 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Palo Alto — about one per 3,222 people living in the city. Nearest alternative: Boichik Bagels Palo Alto at 855 El Camino Real Ste 115, less than 0.1 mi away.

Doors open from 10 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 7 PM, for about 62 hours across 7 days a week. Weekend visits work too — it is open Saturday and Sunday.

This is one of 8 locations of the same brand in our directory.

What to order

Typical items at a cupcake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Classic cupcakes

  • Confetti cupcakeSprinkle-studded vanilla cake with pastel buttercream and extra rainbow jimmies on top; a staple at kids' parties.
  • Vanilla on vanillaFluffy vanilla cupcake swirled with vanilla bean buttercream and a pinch of sprinkles; simple and reliably crowd-pleasing.
  • Chocolate on chocolateMoist cocoa cupcake topped with a tall swirl of fudgy chocolate buttercream and a scattering of chocolate shavings.
  • Red velvet cupcakeTender, faintly cocoa red cupcake crowned with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a few red cake crumbs.

Signature flavors

  • Peanut butter cupChocolate cupcake with creamy peanut butter frosting and a chopped peanut butter cup garnish; salty, sweet and rich.
  • S'mores cupcakeGraham cracker crumb base, chocolate cake and marshmallow frosting torched until golden, recalling a campfire treat.
  • Toasted coconut cupcakeCoconut cake topped with coconut buttercream and drifts of toasted flaked coconut for a chewy, nutty-tasting finish.
  • Mocha cupcakeCoffee-infused chocolate cupcake with espresso buttercream and a light dusting of cocoa; a good afternoon pick-me-up.

Filled cupcakes

  • Strawberry shortcake cupcakeVanilla cake filled with chopped fresh strawberries and topped with a light whipped cream frosting.
  • Cannoli cupcakeCupcake filled with sweetened ricotta and mini chocolate chips, topped with crushed pieces of crisp cannoli shell.
  • Black bottom cupcakeChocolate cupcake baked around a cheesecake center studded with chocolate chips; dense, tangy and frosting-free.
  • Boston cream cupcakeVanilla cupcake filled with pastry cream and dipped in chocolate ganache instead of frosting, like a miniature Boston cream pie.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around Noon.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 4 — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 2 — illustrative photo
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Bread at a Massachusetts bakery — illustrative photo
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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo
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Questions about Kara's Cupcakes

What are Kara's Cupcakes's hours?
Kara's Cupcakes's listed hours are Mon–Sat: 10 AM – 7 PM; Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Kara's Cupcakes open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 10 AM – 6 PM.
What time does Kara's Cupcakes open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 10 AM on Monday.
Where is Kara's Cupcakes located?
Kara's Cupcakes is at 855 El Camino Real #50, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Kara's Cupcakes?
The listed phone number is (650) 326-2253.
What should I order at Kara's Cupcakes?
As a cupcake shop, typical picks include Confetti cupcake, Vanilla on vanilla, Peanut butter cup, and S'mores cupcake. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Kara's Cupcakes?
Nearby options include Boichik Bagels Palo Alto (less than 0.1 mi), Pietisserie (less than 0.1 mi), and Ayelet Bakery (less than 0.1 mi).

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