Zest Gluten Free Bakery

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1205 Oak Street
Safety Overview

Celiac safety assessment and key features

100%
Excellent

Zest Gluten Free Bakery is the kind of place that makes you feel seen, especially if you know the struggle of safe, delicious gluten-free treats. Meegan, the owner and baker, lives with celiac disease herself and brings over 25 years of professional experience (plus a culinary degree!) to her dedicated gluten-free kitchen. Every bite here feels like it’s made by someone who truly gets what’s at stake—no cardboard stand-ins, just honest-to-goodness flavor and peace of mind. For anyone who’s ever eyed a pastry case with suspicion, Zest delivers pure joy—gluten-free, cross-contact-free, and full of heart.

Gluten-Free Options

100% GF Menu

Dedicated Prep Area

Yes - 100% GF facility

Staff Training

Highly knowledgeable

Dining Experience

What to expect and popular dishes

Located in Kansas City with a strong local reputation.
Offers custom orders and online shopping for convenience.
Focus on flavor and safety makes it a standout in gluten-free baking.

Food Quality Rating

4.8/5.0
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What Diners Are Saying

Recent reviews and experiences

• Founder Meegan's personal celiac diagnosis over 12 years ago drives her commitment to safety.

• The bakery has over 25 years of professional baking experience, with culinary credentials.

• Dedicated gluten-free baking facility ensures no gluten cross-contact.

• Strong community reputation and positive reviews highlight safety and quality.

• The bakery offers customized gluten-free treats tailored to dietary needs.

• Located in Kansas City with a strong local reputation.

• Offers custom orders and online shopping for convenience.

• Focus on flavor and safety makes it a standout in gluten-free baking.

Service Quality Rating
4.7/5Staff are knowledgeable about gluten-free needs and attentive to safety protocols.
Safety Recommendations

Important considerations for celiac diners

High Sensitivity Safe

The bakery's dedicated facility, staff training, and consistent positive feedback make it highly suitable for highly sensitive celiac individuals.

Questions to Ask
  • • Dedicated fryer for GF items?
  • • Cross-contamination protocols?
  • • Staff training on celiac disease?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zest Gluten Free Bakery completely gluten-free?

Yes! Zest Gluten Free Bakery is a dedicated gluten-free facility with no gluten-containing ingredients on premises.

How does the restaurant prevent cross-contamination?

Dedicated GF kitchen area. Separate fryer for GF items. 100% gluten-free facility.

Is it safe for people with celiac disease?

The bakery's dedicated facility, staff training, and consistent positive feedback make it highly suitable for highly sensitive celiac individuals.

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