The Accidental Baker

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1100 Metropolitan Avenue
Safety Overview

Celiac safety assessment and key features

98%
Excellent

The Accidental Baker is the kind of place celiacs dream about—100% gluten-free, with every bagel, sourdough, and sweet treat crafted in a truly dedicated facility. Matt’s personal connection to the gluten-free lifestyle (thanks to his wife and her family) shines through in every detail, from the strict use of dedicated equipment to the thoughtful ingredient sourcing. There’s a comforting sense of safety here: celiacs in the community rave about being able to indulge without fear, and honestly, you can just feel that everything was made with us in mind. If you’ve ever missed real bakery goods or just want to enjoy food without the mental gymnastics of cross-contamination, this spot is pure relief—and pure joy.

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

Open Saturdays with in-person retail, highly popular and often sells out early.
Owner Matt has personal celiac experience and a passion for quality baking.
Products freeze well and are made without preservatives, emphasizing freshness and safety.

Food Quality Rating

4.8/5.0
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What Diners Are Saying

Recent reviews and experiences

The Accidental Baker is highly praised for its dedicated gluten-free facility and high-quality, scratch-made baked goods.

Customer reviews consistently highlight the safety of the bakery, with many noting the absence of symptoms and the trust in the bakery's gluten-free practices.

The bakery's owner, Matt, has personal celiac experience and a commitment to quality ingredients, which resonates with the community.

Open Saturdays with in-person retail, highly popular and often sells out early.

Owner Matt has personal celiac experience and a passion for quality baking.

Products freeze well and are made without preservatives, emphasizing freshness and safety.

Service Quality Rating
4.5/5Staff are knowledgeable about gluten-free needs and safety protocols.
Safety Recommendations

Important considerations for celiac diners

High Sensitivity Safe

Given the dedicated gluten-free facility and consistent positive feedback from highly sensitive individuals, the bakery is suitable for those with severe gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Accidental Baker completely gluten-free?

Yes! The Accidental Baker 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?

Given the dedicated gluten-free facility and consistent positive feedback from highly sensitive individuals, the bakery is suitable for those with severe gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

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