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I’m not a big one to advocate for mass-produced chain restaurants, especially those located in a mall. However there are several, I will admit, that offer really great food that is worth the commercialized adventure. And when it comes to dessert, this well-known and loved nationwide restaurant that also has numerous locations in Northern California definitely “takes the cake.” Come along as we explore this delicious dining establishment and learn why it earns honors for having the most epic dessert selection.

Almost everyone has heard of The Cheesecake Factory. With locations dotted across the country as well as in other parts of the world, it is one of the most well-known restaurants, particularly for dessert.
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The location above is at the Stoneridge Mall at 1350 Stoneridge Mall Road in Pleasanton. Other Northern California locations include Corte Madera, Fresno, San Francisco, Roseville, Sacramento, and San Mateo, just to name a few.
The name is a throwback to its early founding when it was originally founded in 1972 in Los Angeles as The Cheesecake Factory Bakery.
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At every location, the first thing you see is the tummy-tempting dessert case! It’s just a glimpse of all the epic dessert selections you can enjoy—whether dining here or getting something to take home, to the office, or to a function.
A fall and holiday classic all over the country in restaurants, at festivals, and in personal homes as well is the icon pumpkin cheesecake.
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Feast your eyes on this amazing Ultimate Red Velvet Cake Cheesecake. It’s so Cheesecake Factory iconic that they trademarked the name!
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Among the other tantalizing cheesecake varieties are Carmel Pecan Turtle, Key Lime, Vanilla Bean, Lemon Meringue, and Lemon Raspberry Cream. But with 35 different flavors, you’re sure to find something that suits your particular cheesecake fantasy!
Want to enjoy something other than cheesecake? How about Linda’s Fudge Cake?
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Here, rich layers of chocolate cake are slathered with a decadent fudge frosting. What else do you need? Other non-cheesecake dessert options include the Warm Apple Crisp, Carrot Cake, Tiramisu Cake, Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake, and Fresh Strawberry Shortcake.
Oh, all right – so you want to watch your waistline...
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...then maybe some simple yet still delicious vanilla ice cream with a few sweet cookies surrounded by fruit may do it for you.

Whether you fancy a massive chain or quaint neighborhood mom ‘n pop restaurant, you can’t deny that The Cheesecake Factory offers perhaps the most epic dessert menu you can imagine!

Have you been to The Cheesecake Factory? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experiences at any of their locations. You can also see more drool-worthy dessert pics on their Facebook page.

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The Cheesecake Factory, 1350 Stoneridge Mall Rd, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA