Bakingo vs Theobroma in Lucknow: which is better, and which is cheaper
Bakingo is cheaper: its 1 kg chocolate truffle was ₹999 on 1 Oct 2026 against Theobroma’s 1 kg Dutch Truffle at ₹1,300, with free standard delivery. Theobroma is better rated in Lucknow: its four stores hold 4.6 to 4.9 on Google Maps. Neither sends a real bouquet; we pair cake, flowers and your letter.
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The short verdict
Pick Bakingo for the lowest price and free, published delivery slots.
Pick Theobroma for a walk-in store with top Lucknow ratings.
Pick myguldasta for a cake, a bouquet you design and your letter, together.
How we researched this
We checked 287 places on Google Maps, 17 Instagram reels and 17 local ads, and 6,358 search terms. Prices are from each brand’s own pages on 1 Oct 2026.
Last verified: 1 October 2026. We update this page when ratings, prices or hours change.
At a glance
- 1 kg truffle: ₹999 vs ₹1,300Bakingo vs Theobroma, 1 Oct 2026.
- Theobroma on Maps: 4.6 to 4.9Four Lucknow stores, 275 to 669 reviews each.
- Bakingo midnight +₹250Theobroma doesn’t publish its fees.
- Cake + flowersBakingo starting from ₹799; Theobroma sells none; ours starting from ₹1,049.
Bakingo vs Theobroma prices, side by side
| Item | Bakingo | Theobroma | myguldasta |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg chocolate truffle | “Rich Chocolate Truffle Cake” ₹999 | “Dutch Truffle Cake [1kg]” ₹1,300 | ₹1,049 |
| 0.5 kg truffle | ₹549 | ₹675 | ₹599 |
| Eggless | Same truffle, ₹999 at 1 kg (no surcharge) | 500 g ₹675 (no surcharge); 1 kg listed at ₹1,300 and ₹1,350 on two pages | Eggless truffle 0.5 kg ₹649 |
| Cheapest cake + flowers combo | ₹799 (bento cake with orchids) | Not sold | ₹1,049 (bento + 10 to 12 stems) |
| Message | On the cake, 25 characters, free | Piped message offered; price not stated | On the cake board free; letter printed free |
| Standard delivery | Free, same day | Not published; shown at checkout | ₹49+ |
| Fixed time / early morning / midnight | +₹150 / +₹200 / +₹250 | Not published; varies by outlet | Midnight not offered |
| Custom cake | Not checked | Pre-order 2 days ahead, by quote | Not in this basket |
| Lucknow stores | 3 listed; 1 on Maps (Butler Colony 4.1, 167) | 4 on Maps: Palassio 4.9 (669), Hazratganj 4.8 (367), Aliganj 4.8 (275), Gomti Nagar 4.6 (501) | None listed |
| Trustpilot | 2.1 from 195 | 2.6 from 19 | None to show yet |
Source: Bakingo prices from bakingo.com product and Lucknow pages, 1 Oct 2026 (time not recorded), site-wide list prices. Theobroma prices from theobroma.in product and cakes pages, 1 Oct 2026, default outlet (PIN 226010 could not be entered). Maps: scraper, 1 Oct 2026. myguldasta prices from our live shop.
Bakingo or Theobroma: which is better for each kind of cake order?
For price and eggless, Bakingo: its 1 kg truffle is ₹999 and the eggless version costs the same. For a walk-in cake from a top-rated store, Theobroma, with four Lucknow stores rated 4.6 to 4.9 on Google Maps. For cake with flowers, Bakingo starting from ₹799, since Theobroma sells no combo (1 Oct 2026).
| Ordering | Pick | Why | Or myguldasta, if |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg truffle | Bakingo | ₹999 vs Theobroma ₹1,300 | you want it delivered with flowers in Lucknow: ₹1,049 |
| Eggless | Bakingo | Same price at 1 kg, no surcharge | you want a half kilo: eggless truffle ₹649 |
| Walk-in, top ratings | Theobroma | Four Lucknow stores, 4.6 to 4.9 on Google Maps | n/a: we deliver, no store |
| Custom cake | Theobroma | Pre-order 2 days ahead, by quote | n/a: not in this basket |
| Cake + flowers | Bakingo | ₹799 with orchids; Theobroma sells none | you want your letter printed inside: ₹1,049 |
Best for price: Bakingo. Best for a walk-in cake with top local ratings: Theobroma. Best for cake, flowers and a letter together: myguldasta.
Is Bakingo or Theobroma cheaper?
Bakingo, clearly. On 1 Oct 2026, its 1 kg chocolate truffle was ₹999 and 0.5 kg ₹549; Theobroma’s Dutch Truffle was ₹1,300 at 1 kg and ₹675 at 500 g. Bakingo’s standard delivery is free and its extras are published. Theobroma shows delivery charges only at checkout. Our 1 kg truffle sits between, at ₹1,049.
Need a cake in Lucknow?
Pick a cake, add flowers, and we confirm on WhatsApp before you pay.
Which is better, Bakingo or Theobroma?
For Lucknow walk-ins, Theobroma: four stores rated 4.6 to 4.9 on Google Maps with 275 to 669 reviews each, open 8 am to 11 pm. For online value, Bakingo: cheaper cakes, free delivery and published midnight fees. Online reviews are low for both on Trustpilot: Bakingo 2.1 from 195, Theobroma 2.6 from 19.
What do reviews say about each?
Both draw delivery complaints online, and Theobroma’s store ratings are much stronger than its app. On 1 Oct 2026, Bakingo’s App Store rating was about 4.5; Theobroma’s Google Play listings showed about 3.5 and 3.2. Theobroma’s Trustpilot sample is small, 19 reviews, so weigh it lightly.
Trust and complaints (checked 1 Oct 2026)
Bakingo (Trustpilot and MouthShut): cakes late on the occasion day (“The cake reached very late”), damaged on arrival, slow support.
Theobroma (Google Play and Trustpilot): slower delivery than promised, payment taken without an order, and products that look different from the photos (“difference in image of their website and actual products”, Trustpilot).
On Maps, a few Lucknow reviews mention a pastry that was not fresh (Palassio) and a spoiled cupcake (Aliganj).
Which has more stores in Lucknow?
Theobroma. Google Maps showed four Lucknow stores on 1 Oct 2026: Phoenix Palassio, Vibhuti Khand in Gomti Nagar, Ashok Marg in Hazratganj and Kapoorthala Road in Aliganj, all open 8 am to 11 pm. Bakingo’s site lists three, in Butler Colony, Ashiyana and Jankipuram, but only Butler Colony appeared on Maps, rated 4.1.
Who should pick which?
Pick Bakingo if price and free delivery decide it, or you want a cheap bento combo. Pick Theobroma if you can walk in, or want its Dutch Truffle and a custom cake ordered two days ahead. Pick myguldasta if the cake should arrive with a bouquet you designed and your letter, same day in Lucknow.
cake, flowers, letter
One doorbell, the whole surprise
Cake, a bouquet you design and your letter, together in Lucknow.
Frequently asked questions
Bakingo or Theobroma: which is better for eggless cakes?
Bakingo, on price. Its Rich Chocolate Truffle is ₹999 at 1 kg and the eggless version costs the same. Theobroma’s eggless 500 g truffle is ₹675 with no surcharge, and its 1 kg eggless was listed at ₹1,300 on one page and ₹1,350 on another (1 Oct 2026).
Which is better, Bakingo or Theobroma?
Theobroma for walk-in quality in Lucknow: four stores rated 4.6 to 4.9 on Google Maps on 1 Oct 2026. Bakingo for online value: a 1 kg truffle at ₹999, free delivery and published extras. Both score low on Trustpilot, Bakingo 2.1 and Theobroma 2.6 from a small sample.
Which is cheaper, Bakingo or Theobroma?
Bakingo. On 1 Oct 2026, its 1 kg chocolate truffle was ₹999 against Theobroma’s ₹1,300 Dutch Truffle, and its 0.5 kg ₹549 against ₹675. Bakingo’s standard delivery is free; Theobroma shows delivery charges only at checkout. Bakingo also sells a cake and flowers combo starting from ₹799.
Is Bakingo good?
For price and choice, yes: a large menu, a ₹999 1 kg truffle, eggless at no extra cost on it and free standard delivery. Reviews are mixed: Trustpilot shows 2.1 from 195, with late delivery and damaged cakes the common complaints. In Lucknow, its Butler Colony store holds 4.1 on Maps.
Is Theobroma good in Lucknow?
Its stores are: Palassio 4.9 from 669 reviews, Hazratganj 4.8, Aliganj 4.8 and Gomti Nagar 4.6 on Google Maps, 1 Oct 2026. Online ordering scores lower, about 3.2 to 3.5 on Google Play, with slow delivery and payment issues mentioned. Walking in is the safer way to buy.
Does Theobroma have eggless cakes?
Yes. Its Eggless Dutch Truffle was ₹675 at 500 g on 1 Oct 2026, the same as the regular one. At 1 kg, two Theobroma pages showed ₹1,300 and ₹1,350, so check at checkout. Bakingo’s 1 kg truffle is eggless at ₹999 with no surcharge.
Do Bakingo or Theobroma deliver flowers?
Bakingo does, as combos and add-ons: a bento cake with orchids at ₹799 and a single rose add-on at ₹79. Theobroma sells cakes, desserts and hampers, and we saw no flowers. For a full bouquet with the cake and your letter in Lucknow, myguldasta pairs start at ₹1,049.
What is a good alternative to Bakingo and Theobroma?
For cake alone, the other walk-in bakeries in our Lucknow cake shop guide. For a cake, a bouquet you design and your letter together, myguldasta: same day in Lucknow while slots are open, fees ₹49+, and you pay after WhatsApp confirmation.
Sources: Bakingo and Theobroma product, cakes and Lucknow pages · 1 Oct 2026; Trustpilot (bakingo.com, theobroma.in) · 1 Oct 2026; App Store and Google Play listings · 1 Oct 2026; Google Maps · 1 Oct 2026; myguldasta live shop
Published 1 October 2026. Last verified 1 October 2026.