California
Erin McKenna’s LA
Location: Los Angeles, California
“Dedicated gluten-free! Absolutely amazing quality and huge selection. Ordering my daughter’s first birthday cake from here!”
@glutenfreeandglittery, who manages celiac
Inklings
Location: Pleasanton, California
“This is a super cute & trendy coffee shop in Downtown Pleasanton! It’s a super popular study spot, and they host a lot of community events here! I have never gotten coffee here (they have regular milk, oat, almond, and coconut) because the coffee area is pretty small. They also have pastries but most have nuts. BUT they now carry baked goods from Sweet Freedom Bakeshop! Sweet Freedom is an online order-only bakery that makes goods free from peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, soy, and gluten. Note, they do use some sprinkles that contain soy lecithin & honey in one cupcake (so not 100% ethically vegan), but the owner’s family has celiac, nut, and egg allergies, so they are totally allergy aware! On their website, they even list that if you have any additional allergies, need to sub an ingredient or need anything adjusted, call them, and they will make a safe treat for you! They have made cakes & cupcakes for my birthdays the last several years, and they are FABULOUS! The treats at Inklings are wrapped and have their own display case to avoid cross contact with other pastries! Totally hope they get a store front soon!”
@emsnutfreeeats, who manages celiac and peanut and tree nut allergies
Lilac Pâtisserie
Location: Santa Barbara, California
“This place is 100% gluten-free and they were always great advising me what products contain nuts or other allergens. I have ordered many gluten-free birthday cakes here over the years and even my wedding cake.”
@theglutengram, who manages celiac and tree nut, soy, and shellfish allergies
Connecticut
Dee’s One Smart Cookie
Location: Glastonbury, Connecticut
“Been enjoying Dee’s for 8 years now. Dee’s cakes, cupcakes, and specialty items have saved our birthday parties, special celebrations, and holidays. “
@chickpea1208, who manages celiac and tree nut, and wheat allergies
The Cake Box
Location: Westport, Connecticut
“Omg the best place EVER! The entire facility is nut and gluten-free. The best cookies, brownies, cakes! They even have amazing gluten-free pizza dough. BEST CAKES EVER! Get my birthday cake here every year!”
@swolfe, who manages celiac, peanut, and tree nut allergies
Georgia
Argentis
Location: Alpharetta, Georgia
“One of the BEST bakeries in Georgia! I have been going to this bakery for about three years now and I have never had a bad experience. The bakery has a notebook that breaks down and lists all the ingredients in their baked goods. One of my favorite things about the bakery is they have food items that you can also order and take home AND they do customized cakes. I have been ordering my birthday cake from them the past two years and they always come out looking just as I imagined them to be. 100% recommending this bakery as the staff are incredible and inclusive!”
@marissanav, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, soy, and wheat allergies
Illinois
Hopscotch Bakery + Market
Location: Champaign, Illinois
“The staff was educated about all ingredients in their products and did not have any conflicting messages or incongruity about what was available and safe for me to eat (I have Celiac disease and am dairy-free). I got my birthday cupcakes and wedding cake from Hopscotch! Not only do they know what they are talking about, the products are delicious!”
@maddycrosbyy, who manages celiac and milk, wheat, and corn allergies
Defloured: A Gluten-Free Bakery
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“The BEST gluten-free bakery in Chicago! Johanna is the most wonderful chef and owner, her cupcakes and traditional cakes are beautiful! Nobody ever knows they are gluten-free when I bring them to parties. Her other pastries are also absolutely on point and delicious!
I always order my birthday cake from them and last year we ordered a gorgeous wedding cake!
Knowledgable about cross contamination and nut-free but NOT a nut-free facility.”
@drizzlekitchen, who manages celiac allergies
Sweet Ali’s Gluten-Free Bakery – Hinsdale
Location: Hinsdale, Illinois
“This is a great spot for gluten-free, dairy-free cakes. They can be made soy-free but do contain eggs.
Hands down the best spot in all of Chicago. Worth the drive. We’ve served the cupcakes and cake at birthday parties. Love this spot. “
@chimama, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, soy, wheat, shellfish, and grain allergies
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Location: La Grange, Illinois
“These cakes are amazing! We get cakes for parties/birthdays from here a ton. The cakes are super moist and absolutely delicious! They have one gluten-free cake (chocolate chocolate chip) which is so moist it doesn’t even taste gluten-free! They have big Bundt cakes, small Bundt cakes, and minis which are good for bigger parties/catering”
@reganh, who manages celiac and milk, and egg allergies
Massachusetts
Auntie Cathie’s Kitchen
Location: Agawam, Massachusetts
“Had a delicious birthday cake from here and I highly recommend!”
@bradie912, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
Twist Bakery & Cafe
Location: Burlington, Massachusetts
“Nothing makes me more happy than to walk into a restaurant and tell my son who has celiac that he can have anything he wants! We use them often for getting treats for when he has to go to his friend’s birthday parties. Easy to get a slice of cake or cupcake. Highly recommended!”
@kj81, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
Something Sweet Without Wheat
Location: Woburn, Massachusetts
“I love this place! Their spinach feta bread is out of this world. They even did a custom birthday cake for me that was super cute and delicious!”
@emilybean, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
Michigan
Gluten-Free Specialties
Location: Rochester Hills, Michigan
“This was the first bakery I was able to get a professional birthday cake from! I love the doughnuts in particular but I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve gotten from here. Make sure to check labels if you have allergies other than gluten, but ingredients are clearly listed and easy to navigate.”
@bearw, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, wheat, fish, shellfish, fruit, vegetable, and legume allergies
New York
Bare Naked Bakery
Location: Bellmore, New York
“I go here usually to get my birthday cake during the year, because not only are the chocolate cakes so good there, but I know I’ll be able to leave there without having any allergic reactions. The only allergen they use is soy and they also use oats in some cakes. They also have vegan snacks too. The waitstaff is so nice and helpful. Will definitely go back. If you’re wheat, gluten, dairy, or nut-free, definitely check this place out! “
@sarahabba, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, shellfish, fruit, vegetable, grain, and legume allergies
Buttercup BakeShop
Location: New York, New York
“Gluten-free and nut-free items available upon request. Custom birthday cakes too! So yummy. You can’t even tell it’s gluten-free”
@girlwnogluten, who manages celiac and tree nut, fish, shellfish, sesame, fruit, vegetable, beef, bison, lamb, pork, and venison allergies
Milk Bar
Location: New York, New York
“I ordered a gluten-free cake for my husband’s birthday and it was fantastic! Protocols for gluten-free cakes are on their website and sound celiac safe to me (separate bakery).
I called to learn about their protocols around nuts and the staff was not very helpful. But I also sent an email and got a more educated reply. They have nuts in the gluten-free facility, but clean everything in between batches. Be cautious with severe nut allergies, especially as they have a gluten-free peanut pie too. Peanuts are okay for me, so I went ahead and ordered the cake. Didn’t have any issues and it tasted fantastic!”
@theglutengram, who manages celiac and tree nut, soy, and shellfish allergies
By the Way Bakery
Location: New York, New York
“100% gluten-free and dairy-free bakery. lots of nuts so I don’t buy in store products but I feel safe with custom made. I got a birthday cake from here and they were very careful and it tasted delicious!”
@nutsfornogluten, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, and grain allergies
North Carolina
Fera’wyn’s Chocolate Cafe
Location: Holly Springs, North Carolina
“Fera’Wyn’s Artisan Chocolates is a local hidden gem! We are so fortunate to have such an awesome dedicated gluten-free bakery and chocolatier nearby! They have a variety of dairy-free and vegan treats as well. They make custom cakes for birthdays and events that look as great as they taste! Added bonus: great lattes, coffee, hot chocolate, and other coffee drinks!”
@kedbach, who manages celiac and milk and wheat allergies
North Dakota
Mehl’s Bakery & Deli
Location: Fargo, North Dakota
“100% gluten-free! Cookies and cupcakes are amazing. Birthday cakes too.”
@lovlyrogue, who manages celiac
Pennsylvania
The Happy Mixer Gluten-Free Bakery
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
“It’s a dedicated gluten-free bakery and everything is delicious. I made my son an amazing custom birthday cake. What more can I say?”
@glutenfreefinds, who manages celiac
Texas
Sweet Charli Girl
Location: Austin, Texas
“Sweet Charli Girl finally has a brick-and-mortar, and it’s a dream come true for the gluten-free community! Everything is 100% dedicated gluten-free, making it a must-visit for anyone with celiac disease or a gluten-free lifestyle.
The donuts are incredible (the Boston crème is a must-try!), but go early because they sell out fast! They also make beautiful custom cakes—I ordered one for my birthday and can’t wait to try it!
7413 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX
Austin friends, add this one to your gluten-free must-visit list!”
@gflivingbk, who manages celiac
Unrefined Bakery
Location: Dallas, Texas
“Amazing gluten-free bakery with vegan options! Chex mix and lunch items as well. Also makes custom birthday cakes!”
@kferrel1, who manages celiac and milk, wheat, beef, bison, chicken, lamb, pork, and venison allergies
Leven Bakery & Cafe
Location: Houston, Texas
“This is a DEDICATED GLUTEN-FREE establishment and they are well informed about general food allergy procedures, they have many items on the menu that are accommodating to nut and dairy allergies — there is truly something for everyone!
I celebrated my birthday here and was given the most delicious orange almond custard cake – I usually am not a big cake person, but it was so moist, fluffy, and also light while not overpoweringly sweet. Can’t recommend them enough especially if you have Celiac Disease!”
@glutenfreeeoe, who manages celiac and wheat and grain allergies
Awesome Bites Co.
Location: Houston, Texas
“Update: They have been amazing at still providing safe treats during quarantine! They are dedicated free from peanuts, tree nuts (except coconut), soy, dairy, & egg, and the very few products with wheat/gluten are made in a separate kitchen! Each day of the week is dedicated to a specific baked good (my favorite is Donut Wednesday) and they offer about 3 rotating flavors each week that you can either preorder in advance or pick up in store the day of! They also still have scooped ice cream in the store and toppings, but they are no longer doing ice cream samples. You can also still order n’ice cream cakes, cookie cakes, & pints of ice cream to go!
Awesome Bites Co. was my first ever cookie cake! My boyfriend found this bakery and ordered me a cookie cake for my 20th birthday! The bakery was founded by a food allergy mom and is dedicated free from dairy, egg, soy, peanuts and tree nuts! Almost everything is gluten-free (they have cross contact protocols to separate wheat-containing products!) I didn’t know this until we picked up the cake, but they also have homemade scooped Top 8 free ice cream in store! There were some super cool flavors like Suntella (made in store chocolate sunflower butter) and GF cookies and creme, and they have gluten-free cones and allergy-friendly toppings! (we’re going back tomorrow for ice cream) The cookie cake was delicious and made my birthday so special!”
@emsnutfreeeats, who manages celiac and peanut and tree nut allergies
Bird Bakery
Location: San Antonio, Texas
“Incredible gluten-free cupcakes. The icing really is the best! They have done several custom gluten-free cakes for me for birthdays/etc.”
@jpeytonn, who manages celiac
Virginia
The Happy Tart Falls Church
Location: Falls Church, Virginia
“The chocolate cake that I had for my birthday was divine! It’s great having a place to go have a snack/treat while living with Celiac”
@kk15, who manages celiac and wheat allergies
Out of the Bubble Bakery
Location: Springfield, Virginia
“The only bakery I go to! They have their allergen friendly products in one section and the rest in another. They label everything. I got my birthday cake from here, and I regularly come by to get a strawberry cupcake and oatmeal cream cookie!”
@vonnabear, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, wheat, fish, shellfish, and beef allergies
Grunow’s Kitchen
Location: Yorktown, Virginia
“Celiac safe restaurant with plenty of dinner/lunch options. They have also some deserts you can grab to go and I did get a birthday cake once and it was the best cake I ever had “
@kaczmareek, who manages celiac
Washington
Nuflours Bakery
Location: Seattle, Washington
“Nuflours is my favorite dedicated gluten-free bakery in Seattle. They never use peanuts and use only select tree nuts. They make their items in shifts, so I only eat their products if I know they haven’t made anything with hazelnuts that day! I highly recommend the cinnamon rolls, danishes, and quiches. They are also great for birthday cakes: you can order and customize in advance, and they will be aware of your food allergies.”
@elise, who manages celiac and peanut, and tree nut allergies
Wisconsin
Happy Bellies Bake Shop
Location: Appleton, Wisconsin
“Good clean and allergen friendly sweets. Everything is clearly labeled and marked and they are certain about their prep/cooking areas. This is our go to for fun birthday treats for our daughter.”
@kileyo, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, soy, wheat, fruit, vegetable, beef, chocolate, and pork allergies
Italy
Marchesi 1824
Location: Milan, Italy
“I love this bakery! We got a birthday cake for my friend here. Everything in here is so beautifully and artistically made. The staff is so kind and all speak great English. Very accommodating and helpful with food allergies!”
@stellabellaboop, who manages celiac and peanut and tree nut allergies
