Best Gluten-Free Baked Goods in Tampa

Top Tampa Bakeries and Markets with Gluten-Free Goodies


Are you longing for a decadent cupcake? How about a rich chocolate brownie? Maybe you’re just looking for a loaf of bread? When you’re on a gluten free diet, these wheat-filled treats are usually a no-no. Luckily, many of Tampa’s established and up-and-coming bakeries and markets are offering gluten free alternatives.

After pounding the pavement, 10 Best has come up with a list of the top ten spots to find those elusive gluten free goodies. Many of these shops are focused on providing natural and organic foods, and so are also good spots to find all types of allergy free products as well as vegetarian and vegan options.

Located in Carrollwood is Stacy’s Gluten Free Goodies, the vision of a mother with a son who has food allergies. This innovative bakery makes nothing but allergy free baked goods, from cookies to pizza crusts. Another great option is the well-known and established Sami’s Bakery located in Temple Terrace that offers a full range of healthy baked goods.

Other options include several of Tampa’s local organic and health food markets. These are greats place to find gluten free baked goods as well as a many other gluten free food items. The best news is that almost all of these locations also offer a café menu so you can enjoy a gluten free bite to eat while you’re there.


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The 'original' cupcake bakery, Sprinkles, has opened a popular outlet in the heart of Hyde Park Shopping Village. This prime location makes it a great spot to stop for a sweet treat while shopping. Famous for their cupcake ATM, this boutique cupcake bakery carries an ever-changing menu of decadent cupcakes available 24/7. Freshness is guaranteed by baking small batches throughout the day. This location's menu also features ice cream and cookie menus. For those looking for gluten free options, there are both cupcake and cookie options.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Conveniently located in the Hyde Park Shopping Village, Sprinkles features a delicious red velvet gluten free cupcake made fresh daily.

Skye's expert tip: Give your furry friends a treat too with the ever-popular doggie cupcake!

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Owned by the popular Tampa eatery Datz, Dough is an eccentric and fanciful bakery located in Tampa's fashionable SoHo neighborhood. The décor is colorful and delightfully "Alice in Wonderland," as are their delicious baked goods. Choose from freshly made doughnuts, pastries, fritters, tarts or cookies, just to name a few. In addition to their baked items, Dough also offers a light breakfast menu for those on the go, and a lunch menu featuring more creative and sophisticated dining options. To top it all off, Dough makes their own in-house gelato using fresh ingredients in unexpected combinations like coconut basil and pineapple cardamom.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Dough is a popular Tampa bakery that serves a delicious variety of gluten free goodies everyday.

Skye's expert tip: Try dining at Datz next door before moseying to Dough for dessert and coffee.

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Located in South Tampa, Gigi's is a little slice of cupcake heaven. With mouth-watering choices such as chocolate chip cookie dough, hunka chunka banana love, and midnight magic, these mini cakes are as beautiful to look at as they are to taste. Piled high with multi-colored frostings and sprinkles and little cupcake accessories, they are mini works of art. Their selection is large and changes daily. It's easy to understand how the Gigi's national franchise has grown from one store in 2008 to a little under 100 today.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Gigi's offers decadent gluten-free cupcakes as part of their daily menu.

Skye's expert tip: You can order online to ensure your selection is available.

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Since 1912 the Alessi's have been providing Tampa residents with quality baked goods. Today, the business has evolved from a horse and wagon to a full service bakery, deli, restaurant, catering and wholesale operation. It's a great spot for breakfast where you can taste the difference those one hundred years of practice makes. From fresh baked croissants filled with fluffy eggs and cheese to oooey-gooey cinnamon buns, Alessi's is the perfect spot for a grab-and-go breakfast. While the name of the game is cannolis and other traditional bakery items at Alessi, you may be surprised at just how broad their offerings are. There is even a small marketplace where you can pick up hard to find Italian groceries

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Alessi's is an historic Tampa bakery that makes delicious gluten free cakes to order.

Skye's expert tip: Definitely give their guava pastries a try.

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Rollin Oats Market and Café is located in the West Tampa neighborhood, convenient to downtown and the airport. This local-focused, organic grocery has a great selection of produce, meats, bakery items and dry goods guaranteed to satisfy the pickiest of shoppers. The store is large, clean and well-organized so you can find the specialty items you're looking for quickly. The attached café is a good spot to stop for quick and healthy lunch alternatives featuring a new menu every week. Many customers come back time and again to sample their popular soups. There is a second location in St. Petersburg.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Rollin Oats Market and Cafe is one of Tampa's most popular organic grocers with a large selection of gluten free items including breads and baked goods.

Skye's expert tip: While still a little pricier than your average grocer, the prices here are better than many other organic markets.

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Located close to downtown and the airport, Whole Foods Market specializes in providing high-quality natural and organic foods. Tampa's version of the fast-growing chain features a large and well-appointed facility stocked with everything you might need, including a large selection of fresh produce, specialty cheeses, wine and craft beers, and baked goodies. They even have butchers and fishmongers making sure you find the perfect antibiotic and hormone-free piece of meat or fish. If you are on a special diet, you can find whatever you need here. The store also features a salad and hot food bar that draws rave reviews from regulars.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Tampa's most popular natural grocery store, Whole Foods features a large selection of gluten free foods including baked items.

Skye's expert tip: There is also a second location in North Tampa, check their website for details.

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Focusing on natural and healthy foods and personal care products, Abby's Health & Nutrition has been a Carrollwood landmark for over 15 years. Opened by Abby Sayler, a well-regarded local nutritionist, Abby's is a full-service store stocking organic produce, bulk foods, beer and wine, raw foods, and gluten-free products among others. The on-site deli features delicious, organic and natural dining options including vegetarian, gluten free and raw dishes prepared fresh daily. Their fresh wheatgrass, organic vegetable juices and smoothies are also very popular. Cafe Eden at Abby's is a great spot for a quick and healthy lunch or an early dinner.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Abby's Health Food is an organic grocery and deli that offers a full selection of gluten free, vegan, and paleo products including baked goods.

Skye's expert tip: The staff here is very knowledgeable, so don't be shy if you have questions.

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Temple Terrace

Sami's Bakery is located in Tampa's Temple Terrace neighborhood offers a full range of gluten free, low-carb, Millet and Flax baked goods. Their goal is to provide their customers with delicious products for the health and allergy conscious. What began in 1978 as a small, simple bread bakery has expanded to include all sorts of delicious products including muffins, cookies, cakes, biscotti, pastries, pies and more. No matter what you order, you can count on the same attention to detail and high-quality ingredients. Their newest initiative is an online ordering system, so if you like what you taste while you're here, you can order more from home.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: The delicious baked goods at Sami's Bakery in North Tampa include a wide selection of gluten free offerings to tempt the taste buds.

Skye's expert tip: A good spot for a quick morning bite before visiting Busch Gardens.

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Stacy's Gluten Free Goodies was inspired by Stacy's son whose developmental delays were reversed simply by changing his diet. This gave birth to Stacy's wish to help other moms provide their kids with allergen-free baked goods that were delicious as well as safe for them to eat. All of Stacy's goodies are made with no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no dairy, no eggs, no nuts and are all vegan. That's right - a whole bakery full of cookies, cakes, pies, muffins and brownies, completely allergen free! This bakery is located north of downtown Tampa in the Carrollwood neighborhood, but Stacy's recently opened a second location in South Tampa, check their website for details.

Recommended for Gluten-Free Baked Goods because: Stacy's Gluten Free Goodies serves up delicious baked goods and is Tampa's only all allergen free bakery.

Skye's expert tip: Savory items including breads and pizza crusts are also available.

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