If you're gluten-free or have celiac disease, you need to try The Coop! They have a beautiful selection of baked goods, including my personal favorite--the cinnamon roll. Their freshly baked cookies are pretty fantastic too! They also have a variety of frozen items you can take home and heat up yourself, including pies, breads, and more. Their menu is pretty simple. We went for breakfast, I had the avocado toast and added eggs. It was so refreshing, especially with the balsamic on top. My husband got two of their quiches, and we split a cinnamon roll. Everything I've tried so far has been delicious, and it's such a great option if you're limited to a gluten-free diet. The staff is also very friendly and happy to answer any questions you may have. The atmosphere is welcoming and inviting, and I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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I really wanted to like this place, but I left feeling pretty disappointed. One of the items that caught my eye was the "4-inch quiche" for $10. Based on the description, I expected an individual round quiche that was approximately 4 inches in diameter. Instead, I received a relatively small slice cut from a larger quiche, which was nowhere near what I would consider a 4-inch quiche. It essentially looked like a small little cake slice. They also don't display the quiche, instead they hide the quiche in the back so it just kinda feels deceptive. To make matters worse, the quiche itself was somewhat dry. For $10, I expected a 4" quiche and a better overall experience. I was genuinely excited to try this place and had high hopes, which made the experience even more disappointing. Hopefully the description can be clarified so future customers know exactly what they're ordering. read more

The Coop - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

DREAM PLACE for someone who is gluten free! I was literally giddy at all the options I had and I can't wait to go back again and again to try it all. I was greeted by two people behind the counter and was told to feel free to ask questions and try one of the samples they had. They also let me know that there were additional items that I could buy to take home on the shelves and in the cooler, so take my time looking around. There was so much good gf stuff! We ordered the Turkey Pesto Panini and the 'Trust Me Dude' Panini which came with a side of chips. Both were delicious but, Trust Me Dude... you're gonna want to try that one cause the name all the sudden made sense with the first bite. It was unlike any sandwich I've had before, in the best way possible! I also had the double chocolate cookie and didn't even get a picture cause I ate it so fast, it was that good! The cafe is spacious and had indoor and outdoor seating. They also had a shelf with games and a chalk board mentioning different themed events like game night and cookie decorating classes. It feels like they are not only trying to create a great restaurant, but a little community. They also take allergies very seriously so you can feel safe here. Can't wait to go back and try new things, so happy to have this new gluten free option available. read more

The Coop - Turkey Pesto and 'Trust Me Dude' paninis (Gluten Free) - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

If you're on the hunt and you're looking for something gluten-free and completely gluten-free, this is the place to go. Only Bummer is they're closed Mondays and Tuesdays which are usually our go to days for gluten-free but we made an exception and moved it to Friday morning I can't name drop other businesses around this general area that are glutten free, vegan, and soy free. I think this one takes the award home. I know the one that falls next in line, but we've gravitated to this one because the prices are better, and the food is much better. read more

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First time at The Coop and I was amazed by all the options that accommodate gluten and other allergies! I tried the cinnamon roll which was massive with a nice soft texture. Most GF cinnamon rolls are quite dense so I was very pleased with the fluffy texture of this one. I think it was made with a sourdough and it was a bit too "sour" for my taste but you can tell the quality is excellent. Can't wait to come back and try more items! read more

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As soon as we entered, I was captivated by the heavenly and comforting aromas of their baked goods. My eyes widened, desiring to taste everything (nothing new for me). However, my concern was what would my gluten-sensitive son be able to enjoy? That's when I realized it's a gluten-free (as well as free of corn and soy) restaurant! Our order consisted of the following: - PESTO CAPRESE PANINI, $16.95, with option for side salad +$3 (soft-&-fluffy focaccia bread; nice flavors. ); - ABC TURKEY CLUB (option for half, $12.95, or full sandwich, $18.95); while I wasn't given the opportunity to even taste this, I'd heard it was full of delicious flavors (including by hubby, who is usually skeptical of gluten-free products); - OATMEAL RAISIN "BIG" COOKIE, $5.45 (indeed big, and chewy and tasty); LEMON BLUEBERRY MUFFIN, $4.95 (generous in size, moist & flavorful) Based on the big-&-plump appearance and taste of these menu items, I wouldn't have thought that these are gluten-free. Hubby's first choice was a cinnamon roll, had they not been out. Prior to leaving, a tray of big-&-beautiful, unfrosted cinnamon rolls was displayed; I spoke to a customer who'd purchased one. She stated that one wouldn't be able to tell that they are gluten-free, and that she drove 2 hours to have one! I appreciate that they offer a few inside seating options; my only suggestion would be larger-&-sturdier napkins and plastic utensils. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Eager to return to experience one of their cinnamon rolls -- and more! read more

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Pretty bad. I walked in with ice cream from Solana Frosty and some employee said "UM ARE THOSE GLUTEN FREE? WE ARE GLUTEN FREE WE DO NOT ALLOW GLUTEN IN HERE" I said sure, and ordered. The chicken salad on rye was terrible. It was like costco roasted chicken, not maynoaise, cranberries, and celery. I ate 1/4 of my jr size and craved mcdonalds. Register lady was nice, selection seemed nice, but probably had a rough experience. read more

The Coop - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

first time going here and i am pleasantly surprised. i got the smash avocado toast but switched the bread to the rustic bread and it was soooo good. like the sauce at the bottom omg a party in my mouth i was so surprised how good it was (as someone who's not a gluent free girly) and the bread was very soft which i loved. & super nice that they gave 2 slices. service was good everyone seemed chill. worker kinda gave me some tude when i asked abt switching the bread but like all good. overall awesome vibe def recommend!!!! read more

The Coop - avocado toast - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Risking a harsh answer by the owner like other people who reviewed here, I must say the place has potential but their attitude is not right. Defensiveness over feedback not a good thing. Making people feel unwelcome even worse. Pastries are really good but coffee is not. read more

Coop is a neat little new spot located right in the plaza in Solana beach. They specialize in gluten free etc bread and have a pretty substantial menu. Overall my experience was pretty average, the sandwich was totally uncooked and had almost no flavor. I'll give it another shot, but overall a bit more average overall. read more

The Coop - ABC Turkey Club - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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This was my first time at The Coop and it is gluten-free heaven! They have sandwiches are very generous and the ingredients our quality. Everything was delicious. Staff takes allergies and intolerances seriously here and are very accommodating. The inside is super cozy with plenty of seating and there's ample parking as well. I took four of a variety of gluten-free muffins and a loaf of sourdough home to enjoy later. I'll definitely be back and bring hubby too! This is definitely a little gem in Solana Beach. read more

The Coop - Gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. The picture is deceiving; it's huge. - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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I don't feel welcome when I come in. I have gone about 8 times and each time I feel like I am bothering them with questions. Also, I drive from Carlsbad, and Half the time they are out of cookies by 12. Also, cookies have gotten smaller. Need to improve customer service and better menu selections . They should be prepared on the spot and not pre-made salads. Cookies are great , but don't feel comfortable with receptionists. read more

Amazing gluten free food! My daughter has celiac and it's nice to have a place to eat that is 100% safe and delicious. Staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. Nice atmosphere. Favorites include their breakfast sandwiches, cinnamon rolls, pizza, and muffins. They even have frozen backed goods to take home. Only down side is their limited hours, wish they were open for dinner more often. read more

Great freshly made gluten free (and some Dairy Free too) food! Everything looked delicious but we went with the blueberry and lemon poppyseed muffins which were both incredibly soft and fluffy! Will definitely be back soon! read more

Coop in Solana Beach is an absolute gem. It's just a short walk from the train station and close to the freeway, but it feels like a little neighborhood secret. The pastries and food dishes are fantastic - fresh, creative, and super satisfying. Prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality you get. The entire restaurant is completely gluten-free, but you honestly wouldn't know it from the taste. If you don't normally eat gluten-free, you'll probably like the food even more because it's so well done - you just feel good after eating there. On top of that, the staff is very, very friendly and welcoming. They really seem to care about the customers and the experience. Overall, Coop is well worth a visit (or many). I'm already looking forward to going back. read more

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Heck yes. Just the place I've been looking for! The food is delicious-I had the breakfast eggie and a cinnamon roll and they were both fantastic. Could not tell they were gluten free! That was seriously one of the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had. The inside of the restaurant is really cute. Ample seating both indoors and outdoors and family friendly-I spotted a coloring corner and high chairs available as we walked in, which is such a wonderful option for celiac kiddos who are usually so limited in places to eat. All the baked goods looked so amazing that I would have tried everything. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Conveniently located across the street from Solana Beach's design district which is a nice place to walk and window shop after eating. Will most definitely be back! read more

The Coop - Cinnamon roll - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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This new bakery, which recently opened in Solana Beach, caters mainly to gluten-free customers. Open for both breakfast and lunch, the store offers a limited variety of sandwiches and soups in addition to a few pastries like muffins and cookies. I went to check them out for breakfast but found only a couple of things on the menu to select from: a quiche, an egg sandwich, and avocado toast. I noticed the menu listed a LOT of add-ons for an additional cost. For example, a plain avocado toast is $10 without any toppings. My tiny coffee (8 or maybe 10 oz) was $5, and there is an extra charge to add milk or cream (yes, shocking). Lunch sandwiches prices ranged from $17-$20. The prices are very high, and I was the only customer in the store. Perhaps their bread and butter comes not from retail/cafe but providing restaurants with gluten free products. Customer service was friendly, nice place, lots of seating inside. I'm all for supporting local businesses but I'm unlikely to return to this one. I appreciate clear and concise menus without hidden or added fees and high cost for counter-service cafe. read more

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Picked up a frozen mixed berry pie this weekend and baked it at home. Such a treat to have GF pie with fabulous gluten free pie crust! My husband and son are saying we should get another pie and they are not even gluten free! read more

Great to have an allergen-free cafe nearby! The coffee is good, quiche was just ok for gluten free. service friendly but slow. Ambiance very sparse but comfortable. in-house bakery! read more

My father recently has been diagnosed with celiac and we tried this restaurant to support his journey. The food was not only amazing, the cinnamon rolls, sandwiches, and Mac and cheese were outstanding. The service was above and beyond. Never have I ever received such wonderful service. Please please please come eat here. read more

BEST GF BAKERY! Very cute little spot in Solana Beach with friendly staff. The gluten free pastries are AMAZING. I don't know what kind of flour they're using, but the bread is incredible. The cinnamon roll and breakfast sandwich are my favorite. My boyfriend (not gluten free) said the double chocolate cookie was the best cookie he's ever had. Another review mentioned the staff being vigilant about not allowing gluten products in the restaurant. As someone that is very sensitive to gluten, I really appreciate this. I know a lot of people don't realize, but cross contamination can be a serious health issue if you have celiac or a gluten allergy/intolerance. Having a dedicated gluten free space is such a luxury, and I'm so glad the staff recognizes and protects this. Love this place and will definitely be a regular! read more

The Coop - Cinnamon roll - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Personal service and many gluten free tips and excellent food! And there are frozen baked goods that can be taken home for using later. I love to use their frozen pie crusts to make my own pies. read more

Everybody at The Coop seemed friendly. We arrived around 1PM so the selection was limited and a little picked over. I ordered the sausage pie and my husband got the eggie sandwich. Everything was fresh but a little bland. The place was clean and the patrons seemed happy read more

Great gluten free food. Really kid friendly. A hidden gem. I got the muffin and cookies. They were delusional

This place is awesome! They always take such good care of my daughter and I and Olivia the owner is a saint. Not to mention how delicious everything is! read more

Great GF food that is celiac friendly!! Tons of options for our 14 year old with celiac. She loved the chocolate muffins and grilled cheese. Staff were amazing and made the grilled cheese even though it wasn't on the menu! read more

My best friend has celiacs disease, and I sometimes struggle to find places where we can meet where she can feel fully comfortable ordering food. I took her to the coop, where everything - and I mean literally every single thing that they sell is gluten-free, soy free, and corn free. She was in heaven knowing that she could order anything off the menu and it would not make her sick. As someone who does not have any of these restrictions, I also enjoyed it. I feel like a lot of that type of food is dense or just doesn't taste great, but there was no difference in taste or texture on anything I tried. My friend has been craving a really really good cinnamon roll since she was diagnosed to 2 years ago and nothing has quite hit the mark, but the coop definitely delivered! We will definitely be back! They also sell some vegan items, so I took some of those to go for another friend! read more

Delicious Gluten free everything! From their baked treats to their savory dishes, I brought my non Gluten Free friends here and they loved it! Try the eggie sandwich with the house made aioli read more

My wife and I had breakfast here. I had the eggy sandwich, coffee, and a huge, delicious cinnamon roll. It was all delicious!!! I didn't even know everything was gluten free until my wife told me later. Anyone would love this place, but if you are gluten free, you should definitely hit this place up! 5 stars! read more

Friendly staff, but the food was not great. Was expensive. And our caramel latte was terrible. Ambience is nice. Wish I liked it more, but it all comes down to why you go there.. the food. read more

Just stopped by the "Crash Kitchen" of the Coop! I'm so excited for this new addition to Solana! My mom got the panini which was excellent. I got a special with soup and salad- yum! Veggie soup with side of delicious focaccia bread and strawberry crunch salad. They will have a grand opening around August but I'm grateful they opened and are up for feedback as they settle into the community. The service was friendly and attentive. I'm glad they have amazing baked goods but also sandwiches, salads, and soups! Great lunch spot or breakfast right by the beach! read more

The Coop - Current crash kitchen menu- subject to change - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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Wow! If I could have hand picked what I wanted to add to my neighborhood, this would be it. Are you kidding?! An all gluten-free bake shop with the best cookies and nicest people. I am so happy for this addition. It's clean, inviting, and the people are fantastic. They have many options like loaves of bread, muffins, quiche, and the best oatmeal cookies I have found. Worth checking out. read more

Service was amazing and staff was super friendly! They gave great recommendations and even let us sample their chili, which was delicious. We got the pesto turkey panini, chili, beef pot pie, pizza, cinnamon roll, and the snickerdoodle cookie. I would say may favorite part of the meal would be the chili and cinnamon roll. There is indoor and outdoor seating and a restroom for customers. If you have celiac or any allergies I recommend coming here. 100% gluten free . Plus it is right next to Salona Beach! read more

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We've purchased a number of the different breads and rolls in the refrigerator section and they've all been amazing

This is a new shop in Solana Beach and we stopped in to see what it was about. We had a long discussion with one of the owners Olivia, and we're very impressed but didn't have time to eat. I came back this morning and got a Kona coffee and one of their molasses cookies. They have a farm in Kona and bring the beans here and roast them and process them themselves. My wife said the coffee was spectacular. I tried the molasses cookie and have to say it was one of the best cookies I've ever had Even though I would not say in the past that molasses cookies were my favorite. I just could not stop eating it crazy good moist flavorful delicious everything you would want. I can't wait to try other things on the menu ! read more

Just stopped by during their soft opening phase and I'm already a fan! we had the cinnamon roll...warm and gooey in all the right ways. The cranberry and blueberry muffins were soft, flavorful, and you'd never guess they were gluten-free. Love that they're offering delicious GF options without compromising taste. Staff was super helpful and kind, taking the time to explain everything and answer questions. Can't wait to come back and try more as they roll out their full menu! read more

The Coop - cinnamon roll, blueberry lemon & cranberry muffins - Bakeries Near Me - Solana Beach, California

This sunny little gluten-free cafe is a gem in Solana Beach. The breads and pastries are wonderful, plus the lunch specials are worth a trip on their own. The salads are hearty and tasty, and the pot pies are special. In addition, the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. It's just a great experience all around. Highly recommend! read more

Love this place! Everyone is so nice and the food is amazing. The owner went above and beyond making my family specialty sandwiches a few minutes before closing on Sunday! Check them out if you haven't yet :) read more

My wife and I stopped by earlier this week when we saw that they were open and met the owner and her Mom. Both were super nice and explained all the different menu items available. We picked up a key lime pie, pumpkin, cinnamon, and matcha muffins, and cinnamon rolls. Everything was delicious and scratch made. Even the gramcrackers they use in the pie crust is scratch made. I used to equate gluten free with lousy tasting. Not at The Coop. Stop in and meet the owners and sample the food, you won't be disappointed. read more

This place is amazing, I'm so happy it opened up right near us in SB. I bought a frozen turkey pot pie to make at home and it was absolutely unreal. I will be buying several more to keep our freezer stocked. The breakfast sandwich is delicious as well, and all their muffins and quiches I've tried have been excellent. Can't wait to try more of their food. read more