"5"^^ . "2"^^ . "0"^^ . . "I've noticed that I've been giving way too many 5 star reviews and I should cut back. However, I shouldn't give Vanilla less than 5 stars. \n\nI know the cupcake fad hit big like 3 years ago. As much as I wanted to jump on the bandwagon and be hip like everyone else at the time, I didn't think much of them. I've tried several cupcake places and thought... \"I think the cupcakes at Ralphs/Safeway/Giant Eagle are better.\" \n\nThe reason Vanilla's is so good is that the topping (or is it called frosting) is so light, buttery, and whippy. It's not too sweet either. Just perfect. From my taste tests, I've noticed that the cupcakes with the balloon tops are better than the ridged tops. Even their sprinkles aren't obnoxious. \n\nWhen there is a birthday in our office or I feel 'eh' $2.25 cupcake from Vanilla's hits the spot. \n\nSo far, I'd give Vanilla's My Favorite Dessert Spot in Pittsburgh Award.\n\nYum, yum."^^ . "2010-04-20T00:00:00"^^ . "0"^^ . . .