Karen Blair Cakes

19 Meadvale Rd, Leicester LE2 3WN, United Kingdom
+44 116 270 9268
$$$ Cafe
(42 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

If you find yourself wandering through Leicester, make sure to visit Karen Blair Cakes, an enchanting little café nestled at 19 Meadvale Rd. This delightful spot is not just about cakes; it's a haven for pastry lovers and coffee aficionados alike.

From the moment you step inside, the warm, inviting atmosphere envelops you. The aromas of freshly baked goods greet your senses, promising an experience that is as comforting as it is delicious. Handcrafted cakes and pastries are the stars of this charming café, with offerings that boast rich flavors and meticulous detail. Here, each slice of cake is an artwork, whether it’s their famous millionaires shortbread or decadent brownies that are so good they might just make you forget your diet!

What truly sets Karen Blair Cakes apart is their dedication to customer experience, as echoed by their patrons. Claire Leather raves about a stunning wedding cake crafted by Karen, noting not only its beautiful appearance but its utterly delicious taste. Similarly, Cliff Congrave was thrilled to receive a birthday cake that showcased Karen's exceptional attention to detail, complete with thoughtful extras that made it feel personal and special. These customer experiences highlight the café’s commitment to creating not just cakes, but sweet memories.

For those who enjoy variety, the menu offers a delightful selection of pastries, brownies, and biscuits that have catapulted the café to local stardom. Sajjad Idris's visit left him impressed with the flawless brownies and excellent coffee, further emphasizing that every treat here is crafted with care. The inviting ambiance pairs perfectly with the friendly staff, who are dedicated to making your visit enjoyable. Andy Bayford’s experience encapsulates this sentiment, noting the moorishly delicious cakes and the genuinely friendly service.

Additionally, for couples planning their special day, Karen’s wedding consultation services receive high praise. Lucia Sargeant expresses gratitude for the guidance she received in selecting her wedding cake, feeling confident in the end product thanks to Karen's expert input and the flavorful tastings. Such tailored service ensures that your celebrations are as extraordinary as you envision them.

Even casual visits promise to delight, with local favorites like the tangy lemon drizzle cake and indulgent cupcakes receiving shout-outs from loyal customers like Lara Eggleston. The café’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction creates a space that feels not just like a café, but a community hub where every visit feels special.

In a world where convenience often compromises quality, Karen Blair Cakes stands out as a beacon of what local businesses can achieve. Stop and savor the flavor, the atmosphere, and the warmth of a place that serves not just cake, but joy.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great dessert
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Dessert
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

42 Reviews
Claire Leather

08 Sep 2025

Beautiful and REALLY tasty wedding cakes! Due to Covid we had two weddings and Karen Blair made both. I showed her some pictures of the ideas I had and she created them. They looked AMAZING!! They also tasted UNREAL. 100% recommend!

cliff congrave

03 Sep 2025

Along with many nice things that I had on my 70th birthday I received a cake that my granddaughter ordered from you. What a thrill! The care and attention to the detail on the cake was superb and the cake itself was delicious. The small details like the extra candles and even adhesive in case the soldier needed re-sticking was a personal touch not seen very often these days. Well done to you and may your business enjoy ongoing success in the future.

Sajjad Idris

02 Sep 2025

Visited this place and chose a selection of pastries brownies and biscuits. All items were excellent, would highly recommend, they nailed the brownies. Had a coffee to go, and was brilliant also.

Andy Bayford

13 Aug 2025

What a wonderful little cafe. Staffed by the friendliest people serving great cake (if a little too moorish, so watch out for your waistline if you are there often) The millionaires shortbread and Brownie are just amazing. Great value too.

anthony piccaver

25 Jul 2025

Recently back in Leicester after many years and got talking to the gentleman that runs Scruffy Toms on Knighton park and he was telling me about this cafe as I asked about the biscuits, I had an Oreo one and it was great! (The lattes are incredible too) So I walked down to the cafe today and it's really cosy looking, got served by a young gentleman, I think he is a little shy or lacking confidence but despite this he was very polite and attentive. I got an iced latte and and a biscoff millionaire and they were absolutely incredible, the biscoff millionaire is on another level! And the iced latte is one of the best I've ever had :) Will definitely visit again, and take my friends when they visit from Nottingham

Lucia Sargeant

16 Jul 2025

My partner and I have gone to Karen Blair Cakes for our wedding cake next year! Karen was absolutely amazing at the consultation and gave us a variety of cakes to try. We had a few ideas of what we wanted, but nothing too specific and Karen was so lovely and helped guide us through it all. Nothing was too much trouble! We have tried our cake and know it will be amazing. She has really tailored the design of it to us, our venue and our personalities. So excited to have our wedding cake next March - we know it will be incredible! xx

Lara Eggleston

24 Jun 2025

Fantastic customer service. Our neighbours had a cake made from here and it was absolutely delicious. Karen Blair also sells cakes at the counter - the lemon drizzle is incredible! I can also recommend her cupcakes, biscoff square and brownies! Thanks so much we will back regularly when you start up with sandwiches and coffee!!

coffeeguy 66

23 Jun 2025

Fabulous offerings at Karen Blair Cakes here in Knighton Leicester. Everything is freshly baked and the cakes, bread and coffee are mouth watering! Lovely little shop situated in the small row of businesses in Meadvale Road and Karen and her staff are so nice. I will be paying a visit very soon for a cracking slice of something delicious and a cracking cappuccino! Best wishes to Karen and her staff, keep up the great work !

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