Our Mission
FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com exists to make life easier, safer, and more delicious for people living with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities. We believe that everyone deserves access to safe, high-quality baked goods, and that finding them shouldn't require hours of research, phone calls, and worry about cross-contamination.
Our comprehensive directory connects you with over 440 dedicated gluten-free bakeries across 49 states, providing detailed information about each facility so you can make informed, confident decisions about where to shop.
Our Story
FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com was born from personal experience. Like many in the gluten-free community, we know the frustration of traveling to a new city and spending precious vacation time searching for safe places to eat. We've experienced the disappointment of discovering that a "gluten-free" bakery actually operates in a shared facility with significant cross-contamination risks.
We created this directory to solve a problem we faced ourselves: there was no single, reliable resource listing dedicated gluten-free bakeries across the United States. While scattered information existed on forums, Facebook groups, and individual websites, no comprehensive directory existed to help the celiac community find truly safe bakeries.
What started as a personal list of trusted bakeries has grown into the most comprehensive directory of dedicated gluten-free bakeries in the United States. We're proud to serve a community of thousands of visitors each month who rely on our directory to find safe, delicious gluten-free baked goods wherever they travel.
What Makes Us Different
We Focus on Dedicated Facilities
Unlike general restaurant directories that list any establishment with a "gluten-free menu," we prioritize 100% dedicated gluten-free bakeries: facilities where no wheat, barley, or rye products are used at all. This dramatically reduces cross-contamination risk for people with celiac disease.
Comprehensive, Verified Information
Each bakery listing includes detailed contact information, hours of operation, location details, website links, social media profiles, and descriptions of what makes each bakery special. We verify information directly with bakeries whenever possible and encourage community feedback to keep listings current.
Community-Driven
Our directory grows through recommendations from the gluten-free community. We welcome submissions of bakeries we may have missed and regularly update our listings based on user feedback. This is by the celiac community, for the celiac community.
Educational Resources
Beyond our directory, we provide educational content about cross-contamination, facility safety, gluten-free ingredients, and traveling with celiac disease. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge to make the safest choices for your health.
Always Free
FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com is and always will be completely free to use. No subscriptions, no paywalls, no hidden fees. Our mission is accessibility: making it easy for everyone in the gluten-free community to find safe bakeries, regardless of their financial situation.
Our Values
- • Safety First: We prioritize dedicated gluten-free facilities because we understand that for people with celiac disease, cross-contamination isn't just an inconvenience but a serious health risk.
- • Accuracy & Transparency: We strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information and clearly indicate when details are user-submitted versus verified directly with bakeries.
- • Community Empowerment: We believe in empowering individuals with knowledge and resources to make informed decisions about their health and dietary needs.
- • Small Business Support: Dedicated gluten-free bakeries are often small, family-owned businesses started by people affected by celiac disease. We're proud to support these entrepreneurs who serve our community.
- • Inclusivity: While our focus is gluten-free, we recognize that many people have multiple food allergies or sensitivities. We include information about allergen-friendly options when available.
How We Build Our Directory
Our bakery listings come from multiple sources:
- Direct Outreach: We actively research and contact gluten-free bakeries across the United States
- Community Recommendations: Users submit bakeries they've discovered and trust
- Celiac Organization Partnerships: We collaborate with local and national celiac support groups
- Social Media Monitoring: We track gluten-free community discussions to discover new bakeries
- Industry Publications: We monitor food industry news for new gluten-free bakery openings
Before adding a bakery to our directory, we verify that it meets our criteria as a dedicated gluten-free facility. See our Editorial Standards page for detailed information about how we evaluate and list bakeries.
Coverage & Growth
As of March 2025, FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com lists 443 dedicated gluten-free bakeries across 49 states (and Washington, D.C.). Our directory continues to grow as new bakeries open and community members share their discoveries.
States with the highest concentration of dedicated gluten-free bakeries include:
- California: 40+ bakeries
- New York: 38+ bakeries
- Colorado: 23+ bakeries
- Texas: 22+ bakeries
- New Jersey: 20+ bakeries
However, we're proud to feature bakeries in communities of all sizes, from major metropolitan areas to small towns. Every state has at least one dedicated gluten-free bakery, and we're committed to helping you find them.
Get Involved
FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com thrives because of community involvement. Here's how you can help:
Submit a Bakery
Know a dedicated gluten-free bakery that's not in our directory? Contact us with the details and we'll research and add it to our listings.
Report Updates
If you notice outdated information (changed hours, closed businesses, new locations), please let us know so we can keep our directory accurate and useful.
Share Your Experience
While we don't currently host reviews on our site, we encourage you to share your experiences with bakeries on social media, Google reviews, and in celiac community forums.
Spread the Word
Help others in the celiac community discover FindGlutenFreeBakeries.com. Share our site with local support groups, on social media, and with anyone who could benefit from our directory.
Contact Us
We welcome your feedback, questions, and suggestions. Whether you've found a bakery we're missing, noticed outdated information, or simply want to share your experience using our directory, we'd love to hear from you.
Email: [email protected]
You can also reach us through our contact form.
Thank You
To everyone in the gluten-free community who has shared bakery recommendations, provided feedback, and helped us improve this directory: thank you. This resource exists because of you.
To the dedicated gluten-free bakery owners and staff who create safe spaces and delicious products for our community: thank you. Your work makes a real difference in people's lives.
And to everyone living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities: we see you, we understand the challenges you face, and we're committed to making your journey a little bit easier.