Frequently Asked Questions

What are your regular hours?

What are your holiday hours?

I have a general question, whom should I contact?

Where can I park?

Is Wi-Fi/wireless internet available?

Do you accept seating reservations?

What is the difference between the Sweet Line, Café Line and Bakery lines?

What is the usual wait time in the bakery line?  In the café line?

When are you not busy?

How should I place an order?

Do you make picture cakes?

Do you make shaped cakes? How do you charge for these?

Can I place an order and pick it up the same day?

How far in advance must I place my order?

Where do I pick up my order?

Do I have to stand in two lines if I have a pre-order and want additional items?

Why do I need to wait if I pre-ordered?

Do I need to leave a deposit when I place an order, if so, how much do I need to leave?

What methods of payments do you accept?

Can I use someone else’s credit card to pay for my order?

What is your cancellation policy? 

Can you ship items?

Do you offer delivery?

What if I have a problem with my order or a particular product?

How should I heat up my catering items?

Can I sample your cakes?

How do I place a wedding cake order?

How much advance notice do I need to give for a wedding cake?

When is my payment for my wedding cake due? 

How should I preserve my cake?

Can I bring my own flowers to put on a cake?

Do you offer a nutritional guide?

Do you have any gluten free products?

Do you make any products that are Dairy Free?

Do you make any products that are Egg Free?

Do  you make any Vegan products?

Do you make any products that are Nut Free?

Does your white almond cake batter contain nuts?

How do I apply for employment?

Will you donate baked goods for our organization?

What are your regular hours?

Monday-Saturday 6am- 7pm
Sunday 6am- 3pm

What are your holiday hours?

New Year’s Eve (6am-5pm)
New Year's Day (Closed)
Saturday before Easter (6am-5pm)
Easter Sunday (Closed)
Memorial Day (6am-3pm)
Fourth of July (6am-3pm)
Labor Day (6am-3pm)
Thanksgiving Day (Closed)
Christmas Eve (6am-3pm)
Christmas Day (Closed)  

I have a general question, whom should I contact?

We would love to hear from you!  Click here to use our contact form and direct your inquiry to the appropriate department.   

Where can I park?

In our front (3rd Street) lot, there are 30 parking spaces with one entrance in and out.  However, just past the front lot, there is a large parking lot with 80 additional spaces and multiple entrances/exits off 3rd Street and Hulton Road.

Is Wi-Fi/wireless internet available?

Yes, we do have free Wi-Fi for Oakmont Bakery customers.  We ask that this service be used only by customers who are enjoying our products.

Do you accept seating reservations?

We are unable to accept reservations regardless of party size. Our seating is done on a first come, first serve basis.

What is the difference between the Sweet Line, Café Line and Bakery lines?

The Sweet Line, located at the far right set of registers, is an express line for picking up Pre-Paid Orders and for purchasing prepackaged items from the store.

The Café Line, located at the far left register, is set up to be an express line for paying for kiosk orders or ordering drinks.  

The Bakery Line, accessed by our Take-a-Number system, offers all available items in an unlimited quantity, including cakes, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee bar products.

What is the usual wait time in the bakery line?  In the café line?

As there are many factors including time of day, day of week, and time of year, it is impossible to give an exact wait time.  We monitor our serving times throughout the day, every day.  We have found the average wait time at peak hours to be approximately 15 minutes in the Bakery line, and under 10 minutes in the Café line.  Weekends, the average wait time is higher due to larger orders being filled.  During the holidays, we ask that you please allow ample time to purchase products or pick up orders.

As part of our ongoing effort to improve our customers’ experience, during the weekends, and on holidays, our most popular items are freshly pre-packed, and available in dozens.

When are you not busy?

Everyone loves freshly baked goods, thus not often are we really not busy. You can skip the line by placing your order 48 hours in advance and paying in full so that you can use the Sweet Line. 

How should I place an order?

We recommend using our website to order by clicking HERE, or selecting SHOP in the menu above.   Please note that online orders require 2 days’ notice.

If you wish to place your order over the phone, please call us at 412-826-1606 ext 3 and have your credit card ready.

Do you make picture cakes?

Yes!  We can print an edible image to be placed on your cake. 

Due to copyright laws, we can only print the licensed images that are shown on our website. 

Your picture will be printed using food coloring, thus the final product will have a more matte finish due to the moisture of the icing and the colors may slightly differ.  Bright colors will not transfer properly, for example gold will print mustard yellow.  For best results, ensure your picture is the best quality possible.  All imperfections will transfer onto the final product.  

Computerized alterations of the original picture cannot be done, and we cannot accept Copyrighted or Trademarked pictures.

Please note black colors may turn into a green shade due to moisture in the cake.

Do you make shaped cakes? How do you charge for these?

We do!  You can view some of our most popular shaped cakes here Some shaped cakes require 2 weeks advance notice.

Can I place an order and pick it up the same day?

Same day orders can only be placed over the phone, and we do require a minimum 1 hour turn around time.  This time will be longer during our busier times.  Same day orders are subject to product availability.  Custom cake orders for the same day are dependent upon our production schedule and may or may not be able to be accommodated.

To ensure our availability to complete your order, please order at least 24 hours in advance.

How far in advance must I place my order?

Most items need a minimum advance notice of 24 hours, other items need more time.  All orders placed online require 2 days notice.

Elaborately decorated, custom cakes require 2 weeks advance notice, and full prepayment. 

Where do I pick up my order?

The Sweet Line is located at the far right of our store.  If you are just picking up your order, you may proceed directly there.  If you wish to purchase other items from our cases, please take a number, and we can get your order and your additional items when we call your number.

Do I have to stand in two lines if I have a pre-order and want additional items?

Absolutely not!  Just take a number when you come in, and when we call your number, we will get you your order as well as any products (including café items) from our cases.

Why do I need to wait if I pre-ordered?

While the Sweet Line is an express pickup line, you may have to wait just a few minutes while we assist the customers who arrived before you.

Do I need to leave a deposit when I place an order, if so, how much do I need to leave?

All orders require full payment at the time they are placed. 

All wedding and tiered cake orders must be booked with a $50.00 nonrefundable deposit and finalized and paid in full two weeks before pickup or delivery.

What methods of payments do you accept?

Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted. We do not accept checks. We are also unable to accept EBT cards.

Can I use someone else’s credit card to pay for my order?

In accordance with our credit card agreement, the person using the card must be the card owner.

What is your cancellation policy?

We understand that unexpected circumstances arise, and you may need to cancel.  For most orders, if cancelled more than 48 hours before pickup, you will receive a full refund.  If the order is cancelled within 48 hours of the pickup, no refund shall be issued.

Please note that tiered cakes, shaped cakes, and some of our more elaborate cakes follow different guidelines.  Because certain cakes are more time intensive and we limit these types of orders, we require a $50.00 nonrefundable deposit and that the order be finalized and paid in full 2 weeks prior to pick up.  Cancellations within days 8-14 before pickup will result in a refund minus the $50.00 nonrefundable deposit.  Cancellations within days 0-7 before pickup will result in no refund.

Can you ship items?

Unfortunately, we do not offer shipping.

Do you offer delivery?

Delivery is only available for tiered cakes or orders over $200.00.  Delivery address must be within 30 miles of our location and the delivery charge is based on mileage. 

Large Orders- $35.00 for the first 5 miles + $4.00 for each additional mile.

The complete order, including delivery charges, must be paid in full, no later than one week or seven days prior to the delivery date. 

What if I have a problem with my order or a particular product?

We ask that you check your purchases against your receipt prior to leaving the store.

If there’s a problem with your purchase, please return to the store with your receipt and the product and ask to speak to a manager.  If you’re unable to return the same day, call 412.826.1606 ext 3 and provide us with an explanation of the problem, the information from your receipt, and your contact information.  A manager will follow up with you as soon as possible, most often on the same day.  In most instances of incorrect or unsatisfactory product, the product or a piece of the product must be returned.  Your original receipt is also required to resolve any discrepancy.

Due to the extreme amount of detail and customization to our products, an error such as missing or incorrect filling, incorrect batter, incorrect color match or decoration will be taken into consideration for a percentage refund or store credit, of the original amount of the product.

How should I heat up my catering items?

Most savory items should be heated up at 350° for approximately 8 – 10 minutes

Can I sample your cakes?

Sample cakes can be ordered with two days notice by clicking HERE

How do I place a wedding cake order?

If you haven't done so already, we recommend that you check out our Wedding section.  It provides straightforward information regarding the sizes, shapes, and pricing of our tiered cakes, as well as a gallery of designs that we offer. 

We are no longer offering in person tastings or consultations, however, you can place your sample order online to pick up and take home to try at your convenience.

When you are ready to order, you can place your wedding cake order online or by calling 412-826-1606 ext 3.  Delivery is not an option for online orders, but you can call to add delivery after the fact if you choose.

If you have any questions throughout the process, feel free to contact our Wedding Cake Coordinator.

How much advance notice do I need to give for a wedding cake?

Availability for us to make your wedding cake is dependent upon the date and the reception location.  We recommend booking at least 6 months in advance. 

To reserve the date, it’s a $50.00 nonrefundable deposit and the order needs finalized and paid in full two weeks before the wedding.

When is my payment for my wedding cake due? 

Payment is due two weeks in advance of your date. 

How should I preserve my cake?

Most cakes are perfectly fine to be stored at room temperature with a 4 day shelf life.  It will be specified on our website if a certain filling or icing requires refrigeration.  If unsure, just ask!

Can I bring my own flowers to put on a cake?

Yes, fresh flowers need to be dropped off the day before the scheduled pickup or delivery.  You will be notified at the time of placing the order if there will be any additional charges for this service.

Do you offer a nutritional guide?

A nutritional guide is not available at this time.

Do you have any gluten free products?

Because all of our products are made in the same facility, we cannot say that any of our products are gluten free.  We do have certain items that are Made Without Gluten such as cupcakes, brownie drop cookies and macarons.  We do not recommend these products for people who will have a severe reaction to gluten.

You can view our Made Without Gluten products here.

Do you have any products that are Dairy Free?

Because all of our products are made in the same facility, we cannot say that any of our products are dairy free.  The following items do not contain dairy in the ingredients:

Macarons- All Varieties except Pumpkin
Brownie Drop Cookies
Angel Food Cake
Whipped Cream Icing
Italian Bread
French Bread
Sourdough Bread
Multi Grain Bread
Wheat Bread
Rye Bread
Pumpernickel Bread
Ciabatta,
Mini Italian, Egg Dinner, & Cloverleaf Rolls
Hotdog, Sandwich, & Sausage Rolls
All Bagels except French Toast, Asiago, Bacon & Cheese, & Pizza.

Do you have any products that are Egg Free?

Because all of our products are made in the same facility, we cannot guarantee against cross contamination. 

The following items do not contain eggs in the ingredients:

Mini Pies- all varieties
9" Pies- Chocolate Cream, Chocolate PB Cream, & Fruit Tarts
Whipped Cream Icing
Italian Bread
French Bread
Sourdough
5 Grain
All Bagels except Egg Bagels

 

The following products contain Egg Whites Only:

All Macarons
Brownie Drop Cookies
Angel Food Cake

Do you have any products that are Vegan?

At this time, these are the only Vegan products that we offer.

Do you have any products that are Nut Free?

While many of our products are not made with nuts or nut ingredients, we cannot guarantee against cross contamination as we do have nuts on premises.  .  We do our best to ensure that all instore signage and our website list when a particular product contains nuts, however please ask for clarification if you are unsure.  If it is a severe allergy we recommend not eating our products

Does your white almond cake batter contain nuts?

While our white almond batter is our most popular flavor, many people are concerned to order it for a large group because of nut allergies.  Good news!  The white almond batter is made with an imitation almond emulsion and does not contain any nut allergens in the ingredients.  While we cannot guarantee against cross contamination, as we do have nuts on premises, there is no more a risk of eating the white almond batter than there is eating any of our other batters.

How do I apply for employment?

Thank you for your interest! Apply Here!