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James and the Giant Cupcake

A cupcake shop at 465 2nd St in Oakland, CA.

Cupcake shop Hours listed
Get directions (510) 863-8789 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Pacific Time

Checking hours…

MondayMidnight – 11:30 PM
TuesdayMidnight – 11:30 PM
WednesdayMidnight – 11:30 PM
ThursdayMidnight – 11:30 PM
FridayMidnight – 11:30 PM
SaturdayMidnight – 11:30 PM
SundayMidnight – 11:30 PM

165 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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465 2nd St, Oakland, CA 94607

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Address465 2nd St, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone(510) 863-8789
StyleCupcake shop
CountyAlameda County
Time zonePacific Time
From city center1.5 mi southwest

About James and the Giant Cupcake

You will find James and the Giant Cupcake at 465 2nd St in Oakland, roughly 1.5 mi from downtown Oakland, heading southwest. Its listing also places it among cake shops.

It is one of 126 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Oakland — about one per 3,520 people living in the city. Nearest alternative: Authentic Bagel Company at 463 2nd St, less than 0.1 mi away.

The listed hours start at Midnight and run as late as 11:30 PM, for about 165 hours across 7 days a week. It keeps weekend hours on both Saturday and Sunday.

What to order

Typical items at a cupcake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Classic cupcakes

  • Red velvet cupcakeTender, faintly cocoa red cupcake crowned with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a few red cake crumbs.
  • Lemon dropZesty lemon cupcake with a sweet-tart lemon buttercream and a sliver of candied lemon peel on top.
  • Strawberry cupcakePink cupcake made with real strawberry purée and topped with a fresh strawberry frosting that tastes like summer fruit.
  • Carrot cake cupcakeSpiced carrot cupcake with a thick cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of chopped toasted walnuts.

Signature flavors

  • Toasted coconut cupcakeCoconut cake topped with coconut buttercream and drifts of toasted flaked coconut for a chewy, nutty-tasting finish.
  • Mocha cupcakeCoffee-infused chocolate cupcake with espresso buttercream and a light dusting of cocoa; a good afternoon pick-me-up.
  • Maple bacon cupcakeMaple-sweetened cake topped with maple buttercream and a strip of candied bacon, mixing smoky and sweet flavors.
  • Salted caramel cupcakeBrown sugar cupcake with a gooey caramel center, caramel buttercream and a few flakes of sea salt for contrast.

Filled cupcakes

  • Black bottom cupcakeChocolate cupcake baked around a cheesecake center studded with chocolate chips; dense, tangy and frosting-free.
  • Boston cream cupcakeVanilla cupcake filled with pastry cream and dipped in chocolate ganache instead of frosting, like a miniature Boston cream pie.
  • Raspberry chocolate cupcakeChocolate cupcake with a tart raspberry jam center and a pink raspberry buttercream on top.
  • Lemon meringue cupcakeLemon cupcake filled with tangy curd and topped with a swirl of meringue toasted until its peaks turn amber.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 7 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 4 — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 2 — illustrative photo
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Bread at a Massachusetts bakery — illustrative photo
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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo
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Questions about James and the Giant Cupcake

What are James and the Giant Cupcake's hours?
James and the Giant Cupcake's listed hours are Mon–Sun: Midnight – 11:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is James and the Giant Cupcake open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open Midnight – 11:30 PM.
What time does James and the Giant Cupcake open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is Midnight on Monday.
Where is James and the Giant Cupcake located?
James and the Giant Cupcake is at 465 2nd St, Oakland, CA 94607. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for James and the Giant Cupcake?
The listed phone number is (510) 863-8789.
What should I order at James and the Giant Cupcake?
As a cupcake shop, typical picks include Red velvet cupcake, Lemon drop, Toasted coconut cupcake, and Mocha cupcake. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near James and the Giant Cupcake?
Nearby options include Authentic Bagel Company (less than 0.1 mi), Ruby King Bakery Cafe (0.3 mi), and Kam Land Bakery (0.3 mi).

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