Golden Rye Bakery & Cafe Golden Rye Bakery & Cafe

Celebration Cakes

Custom Birthday Cakes, Baked for Your Celebration

Every birthday is different, so our custom cakes start with your party. Tell us the guest count, the flavor you love, and the look you have in mind, and we will shape the cake around it, baked fresh here in our Short North kitchen.

Sizes run from a small round for a family dinner to a tiered showpiece for a big milestone. Flavors follow the same rhythm as our morning bake: buttery, honest, and never overly sweet. Designs can be simple and rustic with a dusting of sugar and fresh fruit, or more detailed when the celebration calls for it.

Looking for a custom birthday cake in Columbus with a personal touch? Our bakery in the Short North is the place to plan it. You can find starting prices for each cake size on our Menu page, and the final price depends on the size and design you choose.

Golden Rye Bakery & Cafe custom birthday cake in warm rustic styling, a celebration cake made fresh at our Short North custom cake bakery in Columbus, OH

How to Order Your Cake

Custom birthday cakes need at least 3 days notice, so plan ahead and we will take care of the rest. Here is how it works, start to finish.

  1. 1

    Reach out

    Call us at (614) 555-0142 or email Email Us to get started.

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    Choose your cake together

    We will talk through the size, flavor, and design so the cake fits the party.

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    Place your order 3 days ahead

    Order at least 3 days before you need the cake so we can bake it fresh for your day.

  4. 4

    Pick up at the bakery

    Stop by Tuesday through Sunday, 7am to 3pm, and take your cake home.

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Cake Questions, Answered

Ordering a custom birthday cake should feel easy. Here are the questions we hear most often from Short North neighbors and Columbus families, so you can plan your celebration with confidence.

How far in advance should I order a birthday cake?

Please place custom cake orders at least 3 days ahead. That gives us time to bake it fresh and finish it just right for your party.

Can I order a custom cake by phone?

Yes. Call us at (614) 555-0142 and we will talk through size, flavor, and design with you.

How much does a custom cake cost?

Starting prices are listed on our Menu page. The final price depends on the size and design you choose, and we will confirm it with you when you order.

Can I pick up my cake at the bakery?

Yes, pickup is available Tuesday through Sunday, 7am to 3pm, in the Short North. Walk-ins are always welcome for everyday bakery items too.