Top 50 Gluten-Free Bakeries to Explore in San Diego

Kaelie Rose

Their baked goods are amazing!!! I visit everytime I am in San Diego

Rikki

Okay but why are these so dang good??? I was craving donuts at 1am and decided to search San Diego on Google maps for some Gluten Free options and I am SO HAPPY I found this place. I made it just in time before they closed and asked for the surprise me special. Every flavor option I got was to die for. Crunchy, yet soft donuts, delicious flavors and will be my new cheat sweets 🤤 Free donut as you walk in and the prices are very fair and manageable I believe the strawberry one was my favorite but also can't go wrong with powdered. They were devoured in 10 minutes. The two ladies working at the time were so friendly and explained the menu to me and all the options available GO HERE NOW and try out these donuts I PROMISE they will be better than you think! Can't wait to go back! 🤤🤤🤤

Malia Faith

Gluten free desserts

Lori Cross Schotten

Being gluten free, desserts are always a challenge. This was the best GF chocolate chip cookie and GF ice cream I've ever had. They had so many choices too!

makenna hopwood

the sandwiches are delicious, staff is so so nice, and they have multiple gluten free options. big fan!

Aurora Velasco

One of my FAVORITE coffee shops downtown. The staff are always so helpful, friendly, and accommodating. Amazing coffee and tea! They have a great selection of gluten free pastries as well which I have a tough time finding at other shops. The atmosphere is so charming, and I love the music selection they play. Highly recommend!!!

Steph G

We've been here dozens of times and it's always a hit with my young boys. Fresh frosted cookies has been one of the only things I can't find since my kids have been gluten free. I've looked extensively over the last 7 years, I've tried mail order, everywhere. The blueberry muffins and rice krispie treats are also a favorite for them. Coco & Jules has made cookies and cupcakes for my son's birthday, holidays, and parties. It's always perfect and delicious. Coco & Jules is our favorite place for gluten free treats. We travel all over and most gf things can't match the quality & freshness of Coco & Jules. The staff is always wonderful and so welcoming.

caitlyn isabelle

I come her very often and can not day enough good things about this spot. I am Celiac and their variety of Gluten Free desserts are extremely impressive and beyond delicious. Also an amazing spot for coffee!

Claudia Aa

I'm gluten intolerant and I really enjoyed the pastries they serve. They have a cool environment. Recommend 100%

David Lee

Had the chicken meal. It was alright, but it wasn't anything noteworthy. You won't be impressed, but you also won't be completely let down either. I think this place is probably better for you if you are gluten free or vegan, which is why I have it a 4 star instead of a 3.

Malia Faith

Gluten free chocolates

Dale Huntington

We enjoyed the food. I have celiac and I’m trying have less sugar. The prices are high but I should expect that for such a specific type of food. I felt like the baller bread was my favorite. We had a few donuts and the peanut butter cup. I’d love for them to work more with monk fruit or stevia rather than erythritol but I enjoyed it. The guy working there was also very nice and helpful. I’d love if the prices were a bit more visible and easy to find. But we were very happy and the bread was wonderful.

Christopher Chin

Gluten-free delight! Delicious London Fog and Turkish Latte. The Cedros was a great GF protein forward option. Didn’t try the sandwiches but they looked yummy from afar. Relaxed open seating atmosphere with fast service. The matcha rose donut was crazy… couldn’t believe it was gluten-free!

Jose P.

Went here for lunch today. I usually avoid popular restaurants like this because of the long wait times. But, today a Thursday around 3PM wasn't bad--there was no wait. I usually try to avoid pastas but decided to give one a try today. I usually go for Alfredo because they are safe. I ordered the Da Vinci which is a creamy mushroom pasta with chicken. It was very savory and good I would recommend it. Got dessert had to get a cheesecake. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors today I had a chocolate one but I want to go back for a lime coconut one. They did have 2 no sugar added lower calorie options for the cheesecake which is great for people who are trying to eat less sugar. "Low-Licious Cheesecake. Low Carb, No Sugar Added and Gluten Free Cheesecake."

Elyz P

Cute. Cozy. Local cafe serving Cuban coffee and pastries like guava cheese danishes, Cuban pie and even gluten free. They have Cafe con leche that tastes just like they do it in Miami (I’ve never been to Cuba). Great location in old Ocean Beach. I walked over after shopping at Target. Desserts are so yummy and look pretty too.

Aprell Delo

The gluten free options were delicious! Great service as well.

Laura Torres

Thank you Teresa for taking the time to make me the most delicious gluten free crepe. You went above and beyond to make sure it was perfect. You too the time and were so careful to make sure there was no cross contamination. Only a great place pays attention to detail and you surpassed my expectations. Thanks to Adi and Farah for making my daughter a delicious crepe.

Justin Bell

Great dessert and treat spot right in the San Diego international airport. Very cute stand and the service was on point. They have a bunch of gluten free options which was an unexpected surprise. They had a cheesecake, lemon bar, coconut Macaroon, a couple of different cookies that were all gluten free. Great treats at the end of our vacation. Wish I took photos.

Zel

A true gem! Gluten free options, tasty chai, and an amazing, shaded, outdoor space!

Erin Moore

The people working there are always so great, I had a problem accessing my free bday cupcake online and they took care of it in person. Their gluten-free red velvet is the best! And I love that they're having more gluten-free options too. They have the cutest Irish coffee green frosting cupcakes right now for Saint Patrick's Day.

Sarah TowardCollege

Asked for gluten free and vegan options, staff was not helpful. They just stated they were out of gluten free/vegan cookies without offering other options. Got a scoop of mint chip it tasted like the main ingredient is butter or fake vanilla. Will not be returning, literally the worst ice cream I've had in my life.

ems dont

most pastries are gluten free! and all excellent choices, plus the most amazing staff

Leighton Jones

Went here for a lunch this past Monday. We had the best chopped salads and the Bloody Mary is so cool. My husband has celiac disease and the salads were perfect for him—no problems. Recommend this place for a cute indoor or outdoor experience in South Park!

Chad Lorenc

Gluten-free options, quick service, and good food, all right outside my hotel. Hard to beat.

Alena Vetrakova

Very pleased to find a gluten free options on the menu. Great place cozy and very nice server Sandy. All smiles even she was the only one for the entire place .

Melissa Peterson

THE BEST HOMEMADE ICE CREAM EVER!!!!!!! So creamy!! SOOOOO many choices too!! Lots of Gluten free options too! Super friendly staff as well!!! Definitely go here!!!!

Helen Orfonidiy

As a self-proclaimed sweet tooth, stepping into Pure Cupcakes was like entering a sugary paradise. From the moment I laid eyes on their array of cupcakes, I knew I was in for a treat. The gluten-free salted caramel cupcake was a masterpiece of flavors, with its moist crumb and perfectly balanced sweetness. The hint of saltiness elevated the caramel to new heights, making each bite a delightful experience. Equally impressive was the strawberry cupcake. The light and fluffy texture of the cake paired beautifully with the rich strawberry frosting, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tart that left me craving more.

Teri Birch

Jimbo’s has the freshest produce, and the best tasting orange juice anywhere. It’s always a pleasant shopping trip, and I can usually find everything I want with ease. I love the GF tiramisu, it’s not a typical grainy gluten free deli dessert, it’s quality!

casandra miedema

BEST GLUTEN FREE CHOC CHIP MUFFINS!!! Tastes like the freshest chocolate ganache cake I've ever had. I wanted to cry. Absolutely incredible. You guys are purely amazing ❤️

A W

Chocolate chip cookie, gluten free (only option)!

Kim Bergstrom

I can only eat their gluten free chocolate chip cookie and it’s delicious. Other family members enjoy eating the other varieties and are equally yummy!

Luna Active Fitness Mats

Great treats - I am gluten free and they have several gluten free options including macarons. The gelato is fresh and delicious toon!

Scott Cartwright

Checked out Gluten Freedom on a Sunday AM pop-up found on Facebook, the folks at the tent were the coolest! Great cinnamon buns, rolls, even Thanksgiving trimmings and pies. Check ‘em out!!

Joshua Bradley

After walking out of my nearby hotel, I turned a corner and stumbled on Mama's Bakery, which I suspect is one of the best kept secrets in North Park. We are talking rediculously good street-style Lebanese shawarma. Good plates for gluten-free folks like myself and for the gluten-full, the Manaeesh flatbreads heated up on a traditional dome griddle looked amazing. Pro-tip: order the stuffed grape leaves

Michelle Call

We stopped in for lunch the day before Thanksgiving and the food and service were outstanding even though they were also dealing with large takeout orders. The crepe florentine (we ordered without meat) was delicious with a lemony hollandaise. The burger, while a simple choice, was juicy and very tasty. Then we got way too many goods to take back from the bakery and a few baguettes. We’ve only sampled a few so far but top notch! Gluten Free - the macaron, carrot cake, crème brûlée, and spring basket are all Gluten Free (as of now, check when you go)!

Logan Brown

I’m a sucker for a good cinnamon roll, and boy did they deliver. The rest of the kolache that my son didn’t eat wasn’t half bad either. There were even some gluten free treats for my wife. If we’d gotten rolling a little sooner in the day, I’m sure there would have been even more to choose from. The proximity to the beach is great. The outdoor patio was quite pleasant, especially with the chocolate lab peeking at us from next door. Overall, excellent!

Bill Watling, Sr.

Clean store has most of the groceries we shop for. Their selection of organic and GF (gluten free) foods are usually fresher and cheaper than elsewhere. They also usually have a larger selection of these types of foods than your average neighborhood store.

Mary Wenthur

Like many of the other reviews, a man stopped us and told us that this place was the best Italian and all the locals ate here…. I think Italy would be ashamed. The tomato on the caprese had zero flavor. Our entrées were good, but felt like the cheese cake factory version of Italian food. Service was amazing, very kind, very attentive. So just don’t listen to the guy out front, i think they pay him. They do have gluten free noodles tho!

M. Frankie C

Big selection of Gluten-free items Clean store organized and stocked shelves.

Fede JT

Sugarbears sweets are amazing! Great variety of flavors and good prices. They were able to accommodate special requests as well like gluten free cupcakes.

Megan Alexander

Thank you, JennyWenny Cakes for wonderful vegan cake and desserts for my wedding. JennyWenny Cakes was incredible to work with. They went above and beyond in so many ways. When I would only be in town for 1 day, they coordinated with our wedding planner to have samplers available at a time that worked for us. Samples were ample to get a good idea of what we liked (all minis). We chose a 3 layer cake. Flavors included: - Vegan carrot cake with vegan cream cheese frosting. They were flexible to let me customize and use raisins instead of cranberries, as well as to have walnuts. This was insanely good! Very moist. I will say that I could tell a lot of oil/vegan butter was used (based on residue on storage tupperware afterwards).... but for the sake of pleasing guests on a wedding day, fine. - Vegan vanilla cake with lemon buttercream and berry jam. ^^Overall, both very tasty. Too much frosting:cake ratio in my opinion (the layers of cake were actually relatively thin), but oh well. For mini desserts we chose: - Vegan Snickerdoodles. To die for!!!! On our sample day, they were a little dry, but they reassured us this was because they were 1 day old and not kept airtight overnight. In fact, on wedding day, they were spectacular and were very popular. - Vegan tiramisu shooters. The coffee-soaked cake base was delicious. The cream at the top did not have much of a taste, and when eating them, I scooped that part out, honestly. - Vegan chocolate mouse trifles with cashew cream. Yum!! - Vegan mini berry cupcakes. This flavor is insanely, wildly good. You won't be sorry for ordering it. I also had 2 "odd" requests that they graciously honored. 1. For gluten-free friends, I opted to add a small quantity of gluten free dairy free mini vanilla cupcakes. 2. My wedding day was also my cousin's birthday. For $5, they added a single full-sized berry cupcake to my order so that I could sing happy birthday to her after our cake cutting. In sum, go with JennyWenny cakes!!! Great vegan options. My only piece of feedback is to increase the cake:frosting ratio in the cakes -- otherwise, they are impeccably great.

Andrea Daggs

Absolutely 💯 % coming back! Very convenient having gluten-free and vegan 🍩 close by

Maclaine Scher

Phenomenal iced dirty chai! Gluten and vegan pastry options that are really delicious!

Steven Esparza

I have celiac disease and this place has so many gluten free options. I've never had a cross contamination episode

Craig

These cookies are delicious. I buy them at a restaurant called GreensPlease, and they are fantastic. The added benefit of them being vegan and gluten-free makes the consumption of these guilt-free. I highly recommend trying these if you're looking for a great cookie. The snickerdoodle is great.

Kiki D

When we come to San Diego, this is the only place where we know we can shop for Gluten Free Items at very reasonable prices. And to make it easy for their clients, all the GF items are ALL in one aisle, so no searching the entire store for what you need. Staff is always pleasant and ready to assist.

Daniel Paraiso

Many choices to choose from. They will write names and a birthday wish on your cake for free. We'll be back! Gluten free options too.

Chenlin Lu (Leo)

This place truly lives up to its name by serving high quality French pastries that does not disappoint. I ordered three different croissants, apple tart, and apple turnover, and aren't they delicious! The regular croissant boasts one of the most beautiful layers I have ever seen in the US. It's crispy on the outside and chewy (in a good way because of the high gluten content) on the inside. The chocolate and almond croissants are packed with almond and chocolate, and the puff pastry on the apple turnover is simply great. The apple tart consists of candied apple slices coated with peach jelly, a rich and creamy egg custard, and a layer of pastry on the bottom. Every elements are great taste on their own and work magic when enjoyed together. A truly fascinating dessert.

jlandry123

The best fresh bakery I've had in a very long time. Although they dont have a big selection of Gluten Free but the treats are really good never dry

Travis Pluss

Delicious! Loved the Meat Stack. Hoping for more Gluten Free dishes in the future.