Chris Furin is a self-taught cake designer who perfected his skills over the past two decades while working at his family owned and operated gourmet bakery and cafe, Furin's of Georgetown. Customer satisfaction is Chris's number one priority. He will personally handle your wedding cake, birthday cake, shower cake, or other dessert creation from concept to completion.
Proudly serving Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia, all products are made fresh and include only the finest ingredients. They not only look great, but they taste great too (which isn't always the case with other bakeries). His clients include some of the most well-respected people, companies and government agencies in the DC metro area - including the White House.
Proudly serving Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia, all products are made fresh and include only the finest ingredients. They not only look great, but they taste great too (which isn't always the case with other bakeries). His clients include some of the most well-respected people, companies and government agencies in the DC metro area - including the White House.
Services
Every custom creation is made to order with only the finest and freshest ingredients with no preservatives. They not only look great, but they taste great too (which isn't always the case at other bakeries)! Our designer custom cakes can be covered with your choice of our delicious buttercream icing or rolled fondant.
What sets you apart from other custom cake shops? Chris's reputation is second to none. The personal one-on-one service you'll receive is unmatched by anything you'll get elsewhere. Our custom cakes not only look great - they taste great too! What advice do you have when ordering a custom cake? Make sure your expectations are realistic.
Reviews (20)
Ruchi Dungarani
Dec 04, 2021
Report
I've found out the hard way that it is actually quite difficult to get a great custom cake made. You need someone who is reliable, makes delicious and beautiful cakes, and knows how to work well with people. Chris has all of these attributes. He goes above and beyond for his customers. Our cake and cupcakes were DELICIOUS. The kids and adults both enjoyed everything which is also rare. The cake was so moist and the icing was the BEST. My husband said it's by far the best cake he has ever had. We finished almost the entire cake in one afternoon! A truly amazing experience.
Stephanie Tierney
Nov 01, 2021
Report
Jasmine Mason
Oct 28, 2021
Report
I wish I had a better picture of the cake but it was so Beautiful! I left my wedding cake details to my sister & Chris and trusted them with the whole entire process & I’m so glad I did! He even gave us an extra fresh strawberry cake! Both were Delicious !!! My sister said it was such a pleasure working with him , he communicated with the her & made the process super smooth ! Thank you Chris !! Blessings for you & your business! Will definitely look you up again for future events :)
Betsy Fleming Rhinosgurl
Aug 28, 2021
Report
Working with Chris to create a custom birthday cake was a dream. He took my rambling idea and built it into a masterpiece. Totally nailed it, top to bottom it was built with the birthday boy in mind. A dream to work with, Chris was flexible about communication since it was for a surprise party and very patient as we worked through different options. He takes so much pride in his work and his excitement over your cake is infectious. That pride shined through with the actual final product. It was a perfect, beautiful and deliciously tasty cake, and the second biggest attraction (after the birthday
Ashley Valanzola
Jul 29, 2021
Report
I recently ordered a cake from Chris for my PhD graduation. The cake was absolutely amazing--both visually stunning and delicious. It was a huge hit at the party.
Our cake was 3 layers with 3 different flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and marble. The chocolate was certainly the hit of the party because of the delicious fudgy middle layer.
Chris delivered the cake in a refrigerated truck, which was a lifesaver since our party was outside in July.
I would recommend Chris to anyone looking for a special occasion cake!
Our cake was 3 layers with 3 different flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and marble. The chocolate was certainly the hit of the party because of the delicious fudgy middle layer.
Chris delivered the cake in a refrigerated truck, which was a lifesaver since our party was outside in July.
I would recommend Chris to anyone looking for a special occasion cake!
Erika Flores
Jun 29, 2021
Report
This was my first time ordering a custom cake, Chris was very fun to work with and talk to. He made my son’s cake exactly how I wanted. I know I annoyed him a little with the many questions that I had and numerous emails that I had sent hahaha but he always responded whenever he had the chance. My baby boy was so happy to see his birthday cake! My guests all enjoyed how beautiful the cake looked and tasted. It was very hard to find a bakery that makes custom cakes with tres leches filling but Chris made it happen!
I can’t wait to order another custom cake from Cakes by Chris Furin in the future
I can’t wait to order another custom cake from Cakes by Chris Furin in the future
Steven W.
Nov 17, 2020
Report
As Chris already has so many fantastic reviews, I don't know that another 5-star review is going to do much for his business. But, he did such a phenomenal job for me that I'd hate to miss the opportunity to sing his praises. I asked him for a complex 3D cake with a tough two-day turnaround. Despite an incredibly busy schedule, Chris accommodated my request and exceeded my expectations. Chris is very personable, and takes great pride in making his creation the highlight of any event. Highly recommend!
Sara Feldman Kuhn
Oct 15, 2020
Report
Roderica Key
Nov 11, 2019
Report
I usually do not write reviews but I'm so thankful Chris was able to make a cake for my brothers birthday party in a short amount of time. The cake was beautiful and everyone loved it! He designed it just the way I wanted it and added some additional touches that I didn't think about. Chris also drove an hour and 20 minutes to deliver the cake! I am beyond amazed at the level of customer service I received and for that I will always be a customer. Chris is highly recommended, do not look anywhere else. Thank you again!!
Destiny Shearin
Oct 27, 2019
Report
I went to Chris in 2017 for my mom's 50th birthday where he made a Louis Vuitton purse cake with a red bottom shoe (image attached.) The cake was not only beautiful, but tasted even better. We had a vanilla/yellow cake with buttercream icing. I then came back to him in 2020 for my Dad's 56th birthday where he made a 3D basketball cake. None was left by the end of the party. This time we went with Lemon with buttercream icing. If you need a cake made I highly recommend using Chris. He works with you along the way and brings your ideas to life and he also brings great ideas to the table if you're
Tam P.
Sep 24, 2019
Report
Our good friends surprised us with the most amazing and delicious Washington Nationals cake from Chris Furin. I want to fill this review with wow, wow, wow. A perfect cake beautifully decorated and luscious to eat. From the fondant to the frosting to the chocolate cake and chocolate mousse- great stuff. Highly recommended.
Amy White
Jul 22, 2018
Report
Chris is absolutely amazing!! Not only was the cake better than expected it was delicious. He made a special occasion even better. He is a true professional and artist and went above and beyond to treat me wonderfully, customized the cake exactly how I wanted, and make sure everything was perfect. I highly highly recommend!!!!!
Steph R.
May 06, 2017
Report
I can't even begin to express my gratitude and appreciation for what Chris created. My daughters baptism cupcake cake was AMAZING. Not only was the presentation beautiful, the taste of the cake and frosting of the cupcakes was delicious. Our guest were so impressed by the cake and I was proud to tell them that it was a creation from Cakes by Chris Furin. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for this amazing cake!
Krystal C.
Feb 11, 2016
Report
The cake and cookies made by Chris Furin were phenomenal! It was for my dad's surprise birthday party for his 70th. My dad was super happy and surprised and all of the guests commented on how beautiful AND delicious the cake was! The cake not only looked amazing but it tasted amazing as well.
Chris was helpful, professional, and both the customized cookies and cakes he made were delicious and spectacular.
Chris was helpful, professional, and both the customized cookies and cakes he made were delicious and spectacular.
Divaob S.
Aug 03, 2015
Report
Sophany S.
Jul 24, 2014
Report
I'm not going to speak about the quality of the cake because my interaction with Cakes by Chris Furin didn't even make it that far. As for his customer service, TERRIBLE! HORRIBLE! I emailed him for a quote and after some back and forth I guess I asked the wrong question because all I got back was attitude. He'll deny it because in his response to my response (where he called me "extremely sensitive" and a "bully" and claims I "viciously attacked" him, when I was only giving him a taste of his own medicine - umm, dramatic much?!), the attitude and rudeness
Ryan H.
Jun 24, 2014
Report
I was looking to purchase a cake for our company summer party. I work at a creative production agency so a regular boring sheet cake would have been settling for mediocrity. Now let me tell you, we were in for quite a treat with the cake we purchased from Chris!!
I had sent Chris our company logo (which is a small red logo with our tag line in block letters). Very simple. I saw the option for the red velvet cake to compliment our red logo.
Chris went above and beyond with just our simple request. He decorated the cake, highlighted all the letters with icing, and color matched all the different
I had sent Chris our company logo (which is a small red logo with our tag line in block letters). Very simple. I saw the option for the red velvet cake to compliment our red logo.
Chris went above and beyond with just our simple request. He decorated the cake, highlighted all the letters with icing, and color matched all the different
Linda A.
Oct 20, 2013
Report
Jill B.
May 06, 2013
Report
Chris Furin created a custom cake for a party honoring my husband. Since our crowd loves all things chocolate, we opted for chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream frosting. It looked and tasted amazing! Everyone raved about it and it was truly the hit of the party.
Chris was a pleasure to work with and I can't recommend him highly enough. I can't wait for our next occasion so I can order another one of his fabulous cakes!
Chris was a pleasure to work with and I can't recommend him highly enough. I can't wait for our next occasion so I can order another one of his fabulous cakes!
Melissa S.
Jul 07, 2012
Report
Chris created a custom fondant cake (a bottle of Moet & Chandon Imperial) for my engagement party.
My fiance and I absolutely loved it and it was the talk of party. Chris does an excellent job of translating his customers' vision and wants into a beautiful, delicious reality.
Superb customer service and attention to detail. We could not have been more pleased!
We will definitely use him again for our next celebration.
My fiance and I absolutely loved it and it was the talk of party. Chris does an excellent job of translating his customers' vision and wants into a beautiful, delicious reality.
Superb customer service and attention to detail. We could not have been more pleased!
We will definitely use him again for our next celebration.
