Minia's Bake Shop

Minia's Bake Shop is a Newark, California bakery specializing in custom, pre-ordered cakes and cupcakes for weddings and all occasions. The shop is known for buttercream cakes only (no fondant), custom designs across flavors including vanilla with strawberry filling, mango, and guava, as well as themed cupcakes. A family-owned business managed by sisters Jennifer and Caroline, rooted in a bakery their parents Ben and Minia Ayala originally opened in 1989; the current Newark location opened in 2006. Located at 5445 Central Avenue, Newark, California; orders are available for pickup by scheduled appointment only. Customers consistently praise the balanced sweetness, accurate custom designs, and flavor quality, and note that tastings are offered for wedding orders.