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    4.2 (101 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Skye N.

    Cute little bakery that is gluten-free and vegan - it's great to have alternative options for baked goods and sweet treats. This location in south Tampa is cute, it's located in a pretty busy little plaza with other shops, but that makes for great foot traffic. The staff here has always been super nice.

    Breakfast Quesadilla...so good and crunchy
    Charnell S.

    Lately, I have been seeing HaleLife Bakery display and I realized it's close by. I went there for breakfast. I ordered the breakfast quesadilla, unsweetened ice tea and chocolate ganache cupcake. The breakfast quesadilla is more southwest like with corn, black beans and spicy mayo. I really enjoyed this quesadilla. Chocolate ganache cupcake was very chocolatey and very good. My iced tea helped cool myself down because it's very hot outside. FYI --the parking lot gets filled up quickly.

    Erin H.

    All gluten free and vegan bakery - amazing! Very allergens friendly with great labeling. I got two donuts and a pumpkin cinnamon roll cookie. The cookie was honestly a little disappointing, I didn't really taste the pumpkin at all. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch donut and the chai latte donut were both good! I would said that this is a solid option with a beautiful amount of variety for people with dietary restrictions but maybe not the best I've ever had in the category of vegan gf dessert. Employees were super kind and prompt. Small inside space, I'd say it's more of a grab and go type place. Also, get there early if there's anything specific you really want cuz stuff does seem to sell out as day goes on.

    Can't believe this was dairy free! It has a cheesy center!
    Kristin R.

    This place was an absolute dream for me - I have a gluten and dairy allergy and it is very difficult to find dessert avoiding both allergies. The staff was incredibly kind and upbeat. It is a cute little shop that was quaint and calm inside. It was also very clean. I was a kid in a candy store! I started off with the Toast-yay cookie - it was devine. Usually gluten free bakery items are dry crumble but this moist and absolutely delicious. I also had the red velvet coffee drink and it tasted like liquid red velvet cake. The garlic cheesy bread (frozen section) is amazing! I can't believe it's dairy free. I cannot recommend this place enough for people with food allergies!

    Breakfast Sami w/ sausage and avocado
    Yeilyn M.

    I ordered the hazelnut cold brew with oat milk and it was delicious. The breakfast Sami with sausage and avocado was good but too small for the price, in my opinion. The bread on the sandwich was very soft and not crumbly like gluten free bread usually is.

    Beignets
    Jenny S.

    Very underwhelming especially for the price. Ordered the beignets expecting them to be fresh only to discover they had been previously frozen then warmed up because the inside of them were still thawing out/cold. Not a ton of space to sit and enjoy your food, but the staff were super sweet though.

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    Stephen M.

    My child has celiac and other food allergies so we are always on the lookout for new places that carry items that they can enjoy. We have a couple of bakeries up near Orlando that they go to on occasion that have some really good items. This one came up in my search for safe foods for them. they didn't really want to have a meal so the bakery made sense because we could pick something up to bring home with us. We talked to the employee at the counter to verify that everything they had was gluten and soy free. Their items are also free from most other allergens as well. they have a sign up that says to ask about items that are coconut free. They are located in a small shopping mall on the backside from where we approached and parking was crowded. We were able to find a space and then walked inside. They are a corner building and they have outdoor seating as well as some indoor seating. The menus are well displayed, and the pastries are in a case by the counter. They also have a cooler out front that has more of their savory items so that you can take them home. Each of the three of us chose a pastry item and my child's partner ordered them the soft pretzels with cheddar cheese, dipping sauce. Those items were also safe for them to eat. The pretzels smell fabulous and they did both enjoy them. My child's partner really enjoyed the item they got and while my child enjoyed the cupcake they ordered they did comment that it was a bit dry. This is an issue you can have when making gluten-free products. I ordered the Lava which is essentially a chocolate brownie with a chocolate cream on top. The young lady working in the counter told me this was very chocolatey. Prices for what they have on their menu are in line with what we usually find at bakeries like this. My brownie, which had a very good chocolate flavor but was not as overpowering as it's gluten powered competitors. My brownie also felt a little dry and it was somewhat crumbly. We do expect this, and I really enjoyed the taste of it. Hopefully when we are down in the Tampa area again, we will be able to stop and try something different. They also have a second location in Saint Pete. If you are in the market for gluten-free foods that are very allergen friendly than this place is totally worth trying. Everything on their menu sounded good.

    Inoel R.

    This was a cute spot we found while visiting the Tampa area. My wife has celiac so having a place that caters to gluten free allergies is amazing. The cookies and crème donut I had was very delicious. The beignet was amazing per my wife. Forgot to take pictures of the treats and we ate them really fast.

    Bagel sandwich
    Robert M.

    Oh wow! HaleLife is amazing! If you have a gluten allergy this place is 100% safe and FUN too. There are plenty of options for a nice breakfast. The GF bagels are light and taste like the real thing. The vegan sausage is perfect too. They also have great coffee. The restaurant is cozy and quiet and a nice place to relax. The staff is very knowledgeable and will steer you in the right direction. If you want a healthy satisfying meal that is vegan and gluten free, check it out.

    Gluten free cinnamon roll
    Jessica M.

    I haven't had a decent cinnamon roll in years but I found this gluten free delicious place today! They have frozen options of cakes, cinnamon rolls, and a full bakery.

    Three Cheese Grilled Cheese with kettle chips
    Ashley B.

    Saw this bakery advertised on Facebook. I happened to be in the area for an appointment and they were conveniently across the street. Staff was very friendly and informative. Everything is gluten and dairy free. It's heaven for my stomach. I ordered the three cheese grilled cheese. It was made with their gf flat bread and cut in half. The cheese is vegan it was delicious and made me almost cry because I haven't had grilled cheese in so long. I also ordered a chai and added maple spice and oat milk. I also enjoyed the butter beer cupcake which is seasonal. It is a bit more pricey but that's because America charges more for healthy foods vs fake chemical filled food. Definitely worth it. Hopefully they open a location near the USF area at some point since this location is nearly 30 minutes from me with traffic. They said they should be getting delivery services soon. So here's hoping. Definitely would eat from again.

    Alexa F.

    THESE ARE SO GOOD OMG You would have never been able to tell they are vegan They are nice and soft, thick/dense cakey donuts, texture is amazing My favorites were the Cinnamon Toast Crunch and blueberry cheesecake ones Then lemon raspberry, cosmic brownie, and Oreo Icing on all was super delicious Fair pricing for how great they are and filling

    Jenn L.

    I found my new favorite vegan and gluten-free bakery! It was also voted the best bakery in the bay as well. They have 4 locations in South Tampa, downtown St Pete, Clearwater, and Carrollwood. The staff was super friendly and I love how they have samples for you to try as well! My favorite was the Samoa donut but it looks like it's only available this month. What I ordered: - Samoa Donut - Toast Yay Cookie - Oreo Cheesecake Donut - Strawberry Cheesecake Donut

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    Friendly staff, delicious food- I'm glad there's a place with food for people that have a hard time finding desserts due to allergies.

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    The desserts I tried were good. It's a small place but nice. It's just really far for me. It is also pricey.

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    Amazing! The best vegan deserts in the area hands down. The owner is so friendly and so is the staff. Please pay them a visit.

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    6 years ago

    I drove up one morning for breakfast and online it says 8am and I get there and the front door says 9am ... not angry just bummed :/

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    Sucre Table

    Sucre Table

    4.4
    (233 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Sucre Table is tucked in a nook Tampa, FL. Owned by the passionate pastry chef, Brenda Villacorta,…read morethe bakery combines her love for baking with a commitment to quality ingredients, creating a unique tasting and visual experience for customers. Sucre Table is known for their array of pastries but also have an amazing cup of coffee, croissants, and macarons. Also, you can order cakes and pies for any occasion. Brenda Villacorta brings a wealth of experience to her bakery, having trained under renowned chefs Jean George and pastry chef Dominique Anse. She previously served as Head Pastry Cook at Le Bernardin. Le Bernardin boasts three Michelin stars and ranks as one of the best dining experiences in the world. Sucre Table is not just for its delicious offerings but also for the passion and dedication that Brenda pours into her craft. Whether you're stopping by for a morning pastry or ordering a custom cake, I would make this a one stop shop for any dessert or pastry..

    Absolutely recommend. 20/10 no notes!!!…read more Tucked into a plaza, I've seen this spot so many times and finally was able to check it out. The inside is a decent size with tables, cute decor and lots of plants. When I first walked in, I was taken back by how beautiful the pastry display cases were!! I had the hardest time choosing which pastry to get because they all looked like works of art!! Super friendly staff, great service but now to get to the goods: the coffee and pasties. This is a true authentic French bakery, no doubt in my mind. The iced salted caramel latte is the best I have EVER had. I could taste every flavor and it blended with the coffee perfectly. The ham and cheese croissant was so flakey, the perfect ham ratio and just all around fantastic. The pastry I got had raspberry jam and white chocolate ganache (I don't remember the name of it) and it was seriously the best pastry I've ever had. Most pastries can be too sweet, but this was just right. The jam tasted fresh and homemade (probably is!) and the white chocolate ganache gave it just a touch of sweetness. It is a little pricey so be warned: $48 for two coffees and two pastries. Definitely worth a splurge!!

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    Peruvian hot Chocolate muffin
    Peruvian hot Chocolate muffin
    Latte and Strawberry Japanese Cheesecake
    Latte and Strawberry Japanese Cheesecake
    Lavender and chocolate cake worth every calorie. Wait for icing to get to room temp before enjoying.

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    Lavender and chocolate cake worth every calorie. Wait for icing to get to room temp before enjoying.
    State Flour Bakery

    State Flour Bakery

    4.8
    (83 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    After a long time wanting to go, we checked out State Flour by preordering. Too bad they were out…read moreof the chocolate croissant but snagged the guava and pistachio ones! They were huge and priced to match. Having been to France where they are a few euros, it feels inconceivable to pay $10 for a croissant but perhaps it's like getting 2. Yes, I would get it again but sticker makes it a treat opposed to a regular buy...sorry that's my one knock. Good lamination of the pastry dough with a cream filling made it both a great breakfast or snack treat to share. The pistachio crusted was wonderful. Guava cream even pleased a friend who tried our bounty. Service was pleasant but we didn't interact much since it was boxed and ready to go. Nice bakery with more goodies that we may need to try next time. Parking was easy and had a cool vibe. Can feel their passion. See hand in pic for size! Enjoy!

    I had been to State Flour once before and unfortunately they were out of the Pistachio Croissant…read morethat was my main reason for wanting to try the place. When I spoke with the person behind the counter she told me she could make up a few more for me but that it would be about ten minutes or so which I was okay with and glad that she was willing to do so. I told her I would visit the other shops in the plaza and be back. I waited the time and returned only to find out that she was told by someone, the owner or manager that she couldn't make anymore. So I wasted my time and spent unnecessary money on a drink elsewhere to only have that result. I know it wasn't her fault but I thought that was bad customer service. Probably more than a year later, I was down in that area again so I called ahead to see if they had any available. They did so I stopped in and got one. Now, I know Pistachios are expensive but, I do not believe what I got was worth $10.00. Even with my love of Pistachios, I thought that the top of the croissant was too covered with them to make it an enjoyable bite as it was over powered on the half that was covered. The croissant itself was a little over baked as well. I do not remember what flavor I got the first visit but the croissant was properly baked that time. I know there can be off days and maybe I visited on those days given the customer service during the first visit and the over baked goods on the 2nd but I won't rule them out, just won't go out of my way to return either.

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    Guava croissant
    Guava croissant
    Bacon egg and cheese Danish with chili crunch
    Bacon egg and cheese Danish with chili crunch
    Butterscotch crème-brûlée

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    Paris Baguette

    Paris Baguette

    4.5
    (96 reviews)
    15.9 mi

    Is it truly possible to fall in love at first sight (bite)? I'd say yes! I think I've found my new…read morefavorite find of the year and I'm eager to come back. Paris Baguette has EVERYTHING I love. Cake. Latte. Bread. Pastries. What more can a woman ask for???!!! I was already swooning over the photos and menu options seen on Yelp and Google, but TASTING is BELIEVING and now I'm so glad that I can say it's everything I hoped it would be. It's like a little piece of Paris right here in Tampa! (I've been). So I've come for cake, stayed for latte and quiche, and because why not, threw in the salad so that lunch and dinner is taken care of, too! Okay, first off...what I got. The quiche is light and airy, and is basically a croissant with quiche filling instead of a quiche slice. I love croissants, so this was a nice treat for me that I could hold in my hand. The Salted Caramel Latte I thought was pretty unique, because yes, there's a PRETZEL on top of it (which I plucked off and ate the first thing when I got it. Tasted rich and delicious, and was a great companion for my food. Now, usually I don't bat so much as an eye for a salad, but that Korean beef salad looked fresh and yummy, and it would definitely take care of dinner for the day because, why not, while I'm out? It was a decent size too, not too filling, with a good variety of veggies such as cukes, carrots, tomatoes, on top of mixed greens with Korean beef, which was the only heavy thing on the salad so you don't feel weighed down. It's great to know if you're watching your waist line or caloric intake, Paris Baguette has you covered with no problem as the nutrition facts are listed on the menu so you can make an informed choice. Of course, their cakes are so good, you wouldn't help but want to indulge. Which brings me to my final point. When I saw MOCHA CAKE on the menu, I thought, OMG I have to have it!!! It's EVERYTHING I could want and more and I must ask WHY ISN'T MOCHA CAKE MORE OF A THING NOW???? The sponge cake was light and airy like a coffee cloud as was the buttercream, not too sweet, rounding out my whole meal in nice elegant, finish. The shop itself is cute, but Muffin and I ate outside since the outside area is dog friendly. It reminds me of those open-air cafes in Europe, especially in Paris, elevating my lunch experience with my dog. The staff is super nice and welcoming on approach, too. It's a bit of a drive for me, but it's really not THAT bad depending on when I go and the business hours help, too. I can't wait to go back and make this a regular spot whether I just want a tasty healthy lunch, or I seek to indulge!

    This place is unreal. Grab a tray, load it up, and you're good to go. Everything is in cases so you…read morecan grab what you want. Might be extremely dangerous. It's a bit difficult when it gets crowded because it's hard to move around and can be a bit loud. The workers were very kind when I came up and had no clue what to do. I grabbed a tiramisu tart, which was okay. It was a good size for a post meal snack. It was hard to decide between sandwiches but I opted for the ham, Swiss, and egg on twist bread. It was delicious. The bread was sweet and everything went well together. For drink I got the sweet cream cold brew with Nutella. So fresh and delicious. Overall a bit overwhelming but delicious!

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    Checking out the place and trying the Dubai chocolate matcha latte!
    Checking out the place and trying the Dubai chocolate matcha latte!
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    Fruit Pastry
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    Alessi Bakeries Food Market

    Alessi Bakeries Food Market

    3.9
    (432 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Walking into Alessi Bakeries Food Market feels like stepping into a small food hall. There are…read morededicated sections for liquor, pizza, a deli, coffee, and of course, the bakery. In the middle of the market you'll find tables and chairs alongside grab-and-go options. The bakery display is impressive. The beautifully decorated pastries and a huge selection of desserts were amazing to look at. And the service at each station was welcoming and helpful. We ordered the California steak wrap, deviled crab, zucchini muffins, and the ooey gooey butter cake. The California steak wrap was okay. It leaned a little oily and I wish there were more vegetables to round it out. The deviled crab had a nice flavor, but there were small shell bits that threw me. The zucchini bread tasted good, but was quite sweet. Same with the ooey gooey butter cake, just very, very sugary. Not a bad visit but nothing really stood out this time. I'm open to giving them another shot, maybe for pizza or other pastries.

    I've been coming here for over 25 years. I did prefer the vibe and feel of the old location, since…read moreI've been going there since I was a kid, but I understand businesses get bigger and things change. This new location is massive, but the food is still the same. I have several critiques, but the only things I'm going to mention are these: first, the pastry counter is way too high. No one can really see over it at the employee behind unfortunately, and patrons don't seem to understand how to get in line or order. There needs to be permanent markers set up so people can view from behind the counter areas and then order once they are called it has been a cluster the five times I've been into the shop. As well as the employees are visibly stressed because of the above Second, I don't think there was any reason to bring in a name-brand coffee shop. You are a huge Tampa brand that has been around for a very long time, and you could have sold your own coffee for a much cheaper price. kind of crushed the charm of a true cuban coffee experience. Lastly, there should be a one-ticket system. I enjoy buying something from every area of the store, but having to swipe my credit card three or four times is a buzzkill. There is no reason, in this day and age, that this should be a problem. You should be able to carry your ticket until you're ready to check out. This is one of my favorite places of all time an the new location is very nice, I'm sure it will just take some time to get everything figured out.

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    Coffee Bar and Smoothie area
    Coffee Bar and Smoothie area
    To-go options
    To-go options
    Pizzeria menu area at the very front

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    Pizzeria menu area at the very front
    Psomi

    Psomi

    4.5
    (829 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    5-star update for one of my favorite Tampa restaurants! Psomi is a must-go for breakfast/brunch…read moreevery time I'm in town. I most recently took my sister here for the first time while we were visiting for a concert and she loved it, too! We started with iced baklava lattes and the greek donuts (loukoumades) drizzled with honey and this was actually my first time have these here. They're served hot and fresh -- absolutely delicious! When I want something light for breakfast, my go-to is the Everything but the Bagel yogurt bowl (house cured wild caught salmon, cucumber, pickled red onion, tomato, crispy capers, & everything seasoning). It's such a fresh gorgeous bowl, packed with protein. I also love their extra thick cut bacon on the side. My sis got the strapatsada which is a breakfast classic on their menu (greek scramble with caramelized onion, roasted cherry tomato, creamy feta, & grilled baguette). It's a very generous portion and she had a good amount leftover to take home. Of course, you can't leave without a few pastries for the road! They are a bakery-first concept and all of their breads and baked goods are made in-house. We got the baklava coffee cake and brioche bread pudding muffin to-go. Psomi never disappoints!

    I've heard great things about this place from the locals and after trying it, I absolutely see why!…read moreThe ambiance is lovely, with plenty of seating inside and outside. The service was also great. What I especially love about this place is how they go the extra mile to produce quality food. They bake all their things in house, don't use seed oils, everything is grass-fed, amongst other things. We ordered the bacon eggs Benedict, the Favosalata, and French toast. All were very good. I plan to come back here again!!

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    Store next door to the restaurant (parea)
    Store next door to the restaurant (parea)
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    AVOCADO PSOMI
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