Best Cake Places in Bull Run

"The options are endless, from cookies to cakes to pies—founding chef Christina Tosi was even featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table for her culinary creations at this award-winning bakery. She is known for putting a playful and cheeky spin on your favorite home-style desserts, where some of the more legendary creations include the iconic Cereal Milk™ soft serve (made with milk, brown sugar, and a little bit of cornflakes which—yes—tastes just like childhood, a.k.a. the milk at the bottom of a bowl of cereal), naked layer cakes (you can actually see all of the moist and spongy layers through the transparent container), cake truffles, assorted cookies, and more!. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, order a chocolate caramel pretzel cake or their famous birthday cake for the road."

"The female-owned award-winning bakery single-handedly made vanilla birthday cake with rainbow funfetti sprinkles an acceptable treat 365 days a year. Christina Tosi is the mastermind behind the delightful treats. If your lover isn’t so big on Valentine’s Day maybe you can make them chuckle by celebrating an entirely different holiday-day – even if it’s not either"

"Momofuku's DC outpost is always poppin, and these swirled up treats are perfect for the Insta and for maximum enjoyment. Check out their birthday cake truffles for some more yums."

"Like Red Velvet Cupcakery, Sprinkles Bakery is not specifically known for their gluten-free baked goods. But this Georgetown spot is doing gluten-free cupcakes the right way with a lemon blueberry and red velvet that are just as good, if not better, than a traditional gluten cupcake. Sprinkles also offers a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie that stands out from all others, with a uniquely soft and chewy texture and plenty of creamy chocolate chips."

"Sprinkles offers freshly baked cakes in a variety of flavors. They also offer special cakes such as vegan, sugar-free, and gluten-free ones for those on specific diets."

"Find from-scratch cupcakes baked daily on King Street at this local institution, where fresh fruit, bourbon vanilla and other premium ingredients take your taste buds to infinity and beyond. The buttercream frosting, well, takes the cake, and the signature rosewater flavor is reason enough to make a date with this little cupcake. Image Credit: Elizabeth’s Counter"

"If your love is a little bit on the fancy side, you’re sure to impress them with a truly Instagrammable box of Parisian macarons from Maison Ladurée. Be sure to order at least four flavors as the coffee, rose petal, salted caramel or lemon macaron. The only thing better would be actually takin them to France!"

"Beard Papa's switches up their cream fillings on the regular, so you can always expect a different flavor. If you're looking for a classic Beard Papa's treat, order the Green Tea Cream Puff."

"Named the best new restaurant in America by Bon Appétit in 2014 and also the recipient of a Michelin Star, Aaron Silverman’s Rose’s Luxury on Capitol Hill has plenty of ways to wow you. Diners have especially marveled at the lychee salad, a staple dish that has remained steadfast on an ever-changing menu. This dish featuring sweet lychees, pork sausage, red onion and peanuts is topped with a cool coconut cream and, like the restaurant itself, leaves quite the impression."

"Celebrating their 6th anniversary, Rose wants to delight its diners with a “Best Of Menu” featuring all of the best dishes that made Rose’s success. With room for large parties, this venue is sure to be a fun thing to do in DC at night for the over 21 crowds. Experience savory dishes like lumanconi Alla Norma and South Carolina Brisket, and explore some of the greatest hits, 5% of all proceeds benefit nonprofits."

"Chef/owner Aaron Silverman's farmhouse restaurant, in the heart of Barracks Row, serves creative (and Michelin-starred) cooking inspired by his travels and culinary training in the American South, Mexico, the Mediterranean, and Southeast Asia...."

"’s will expand your palate and your knowledge of foreign cultures. A perfect spot for any date night or celebratory occasion, the restaurant is as modern as DC gets, with gorgeous, luxurious decor. The servers are attentive and observant, making your dining experience the best it can be."

"Combining contemporary Belgian design and cuisine into one powerhouse restaurant, B Too offers a lustrous, stylish dining room and some equally stylish and unusual dishes. The brunch menu includes all the avocado and egg options you could wish for, but we recommend you try the mussels or the Belgian waffles. Be sure to get some snaps for a European, sophisticated Instagram post while you’re here."

"B Too solely specializes in waffles for all meals and desserts. If you are not already sold, just imagine a fried caramel apple waffle."

"The Larz Anderson House is a Gilded Age mansion located in Washington DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood. The collection consists of European and Asian fine and decorative arts, as well as, historical American artifacts."

"The African American Civil War Memorial Museum preserves and shares the largely ignored stories of enormous contributions made by the 209,145 members of the United States Colored Troops to the American Civil War. The Museum's collection includes artifacts, documents, primary sources, and technology."

"More than 200,000 African-American soldiers and sailors fought in the Civil War. At the African American Civil War Museum, these individuals are remembered through photography, newspaper articles, replicas of uniforms, and a memorial. The museum is currently being redeveloped."

"The African American Civil War Memorial, along with the African American Civil War Museum across the street, memorializes nearly 220,000 members of the United States Colored Troops involvement in the American Civil War."

"Get a bird’s-eye view of Chinatown at local bar and restaurant Crimson DC. On the top level, you’ll find the Crimson View, where guests can catch breathtaking views of the Washington Monument at sunset and people-watch the various Caps fans and concert goers entering the arena. The View’s menu is small but mighty with various cocktail, wine and beer options, as well as snacks like an artisanal cheese board, three types of chips and dips, oysters and more. // Pod DC Hotel: 627 H St. NW, Washington, DC"

"Get a view high above Chinatown at Crimson View, the rooftop bar located on the top of the Motto hotel. Crimson View falls under the umbrella of nightlife vets Eric and Ian Hilton. The indoor-outdoor space now serves serving smashed and stacked Gee Burgers, wine, and colorful cocktails."

"hotel, Lyle’s looks like Dupont Circle’s new neighborhood “it” spot. Original artwork, cloud-like Herman Miller lanterns, and a (supposedly) wine-proof white couch anchored in the middle of the dining room all stand out. Chef Nicholas Sharpe’s New American dishes include a gluten-free, twice-fried chicken that sets up in potato starch overnight before getting a final coating of rice flour."