A little café. A lot of heart. Downtown Louisville, Ohio
The Alley Café and Bakery logoThe AlleyCAFÉ & BAKERY

✳ MADE PERSONAL. MADE AT THE ALLEY.

Their story.
Your celebration.
Our cake.

You bring the person worth celebrating. We’ll bring their story to life in a cake made just for them.

Custom celebration cakes, thoughtful treats, and a warm welcome—right here in Louisville, Ohio.

For the big milestones. And the just-because moments.
Top view of the personalized retro birthday cake
Close view of neon decorations and buttercream piping
BAKED WITH
heart✳

A real celebration. A real Alley cake.

BirthdaysAnniversariesGraduationsShowersJust because

MORE THAN A CAKE ORDER

Make them feel
seen & celebrated.

Planning something special comes with plenty of decisions. The cake should be a joyful one. At The Alley, we take time to listen—who you’re celebrating, what they love, and what would make them smile.

From a favorite color to a whole story in buttercream, we’ll help you find a design that fits your person, your gathering, and your budget.

FROM OUR DECORATING TABLE

A little personality.
A lot of buttercream.

Favorite hobbies, playful themes, and personal details. Explore real Alley cakes made to celebrate the people who matter most.

Every cake has a story.

Tap a photo for a closer look.

A SWEET PLACE TO START

Your celebration.
Your kind of cake.

Start with a size, then make it personal. These are round-cake starting prices; we’ll confirm your final quote together.

6-inch round

Approx. 12 party servings

$35starting at

10-inch round

Approx. 28 party servings

$85starting at

12-inch round

Approx. 40 party servings

$100starting at

Serving estimates assume a round cake about 4 inches tall, cut into 1½ × 2-inch party portions. Larger slices serve fewer guests. We’ll confirm serving counts for your cake’s height, layers, and design.

Custom decorations, fillings, added layers, fondant pieces, and tiered designs are quoted individually. Guest count and serving style help us recommend the right size.

CAKE ORDERING DETAILS

Plan ahead.

Please place cake orders at least 1 week before pickup. Availability is confirmed directly with The Alley.

Payment when booking.

2 weeks or more before pickup: a 50% deposit is required. Less than 2 weeks before pickup: payment in full is required.

If plans change.

Deposits are non-refundable. Cancel at least 1 week before pickup to receive deposit credit toward your next order. Cancel less than 1 week before pickup and the deposit is forfeited.

MAKE A LITTLE MORE OF IT

A cake. And a few extra smiles.

Ask about cupcakes, cookies, brownies, cake pops, and other celebration treats to go alongside your cake. We’ll help you build a spread that feels like you.

Add something sweet

PERSONAL FROM THE VERY FIRST CONVERSATION

Let’s make something meaningful.

01

Tell us about your person.

The occasion, the date, the favorite things. A little story goes a long way.

02

Find the right fit.

We’ll talk size, design, flavors, and budget, then confirm a quote and availability.

03

Bring on the celebration.

Once the details are confirmed, we’ll create your cake for your agreed pickup date.

Meet me in The Alley.

YOUR DOWNTOWN GATHERING PLACE

Come for a cake.
Stay for a little joy.

The Alley is a café, bakery, and local marketplace with a heart for bringing people together. Stop in for breakfast, a relaxed lunch, something sweet, or a drink while you browse.

Good food & favorite drinks

Breakfast, sandwiches, bowls, coffee, and dirty sodas.

Something sweet

Bakery treats for everyday joys and special celebrations.

A little local creativity

Browse our vendor marketplace and ask about upcoming decorating classes and workshops.

LET’S CELEBRATE YOUR PEOPLE

What’s your
cake story?

You don’t need to have every detail figured out. Share what you know, and we’ll help with the rest.

Prefer a conversation?
Call (234) 757-6222
Or send us a text

This planner prepares an inquiry for you to send by text or email. Availability, price, and pickup details are confirmed directly with The Alley.

01 / YOUR CELEBRATION

Step 1 of 3
First, the happy occasion.
Every good cake starts with a story.

A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS

A little help
before the party.

How far ahead should I inquire?

Please place cake orders at least 1 week before pickup. Availability is confirmed directly with The Alley.

How much is due when I book?

2 weeks or more before pickup: a 50% deposit is required. Less than 2 weeks before pickup: payment in full is required.

What happens if I need to cancel?

Deposits are non-refundable. Cancel at least 1 week before pickup to receive deposit credit toward your next order. Cancel less than 1 week before pickup and the deposit is forfeited.

Can I bring a design or inspiration photo?

Absolutely—send your inspiration along with your text or email inquiry, or bring it to a conversation at the café. We’ll talk through how to make the design personal to your celebration.

What if I don’t know which cake size I need?

Choose “Help me choose” in the planner. Tell us your guest count and how you plan to serve the cake, and we’ll recommend a size and discuss any added layers.

How does custom pricing work?

Round cakes begin at the prices shown above. Size, filling, added layers, detailed decorations, fondant work, and tiered designs affect the final quote. We’ll discuss the details and price with you before confirming your order.

Can we discuss allergies or dietary needs?

Please include them in your inquiry before ordering. We’ll discuss ingredients and what we can accommodate for your request. An inquiry does not confirm that a cake is suitable for a particular allergy or dietary need.

GOOD THINGS HAPPEN IN THE ALLEY

Your next sweet memory
starts right here.

204 E. Main Street, Suite B
Louisville, Ohio 44641

Café hours
Wednesday8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM–8:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM–4:00 PM