The Difference Baker

We live nearby so we have bought many things from TDB over the years. I have ordered cupcakes several times and a birthday cookie cake online. In person, I have bought fresh doughnut holes, fried chicken tenders, and fries (which remind me of McD's!). From the freezer, I have bought mini bundt King cakes for Mardi Gras, pretzel bites, and pretzel hotdogs. All have been excellent and we had zero reaction.

We are very sensitive to cross contamination (bloating, digestive issues, etc; possible celiac but never tested) and also very intolerant to dairy. There are some things with dairy but everything is clearly marked. Some items can be made with dairy free cheese, although not sure what brand they use if that is a concern for anyone. My son, who has the same intolerances I do, is about to go to George Mason for engineering, and we were both thrilled to learn that TDB has a space in the engineering building although they are closed on weekends so we didn't get to go inside during admitted students day.

There really are only two things to consider when planning to go to TDB: hours and seating. They do have limited hours at Ashburn and more limited at GMU. Regarding seating, I honestly can't remember if there might be one small table inside in Ashburn but if there are a lot of people waiting for orders, it could be crowded since the customer space is not very large. I don't recall seeing any seating outside, although they do have sidewalk space so maybe one day they will have a couple of tables and chairs in the future.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

The crumb cake was stellar, the meat lovers Stromboli and pretzel hot dog were both major winners. We didn’t really like the cinnamon roll though. If you aren’t vegan, and love cream cheese frosting I would avoid the cinnamon roll. The lemon cake was ok.

Also note: no indoor seating. If it is raining you have to literally sit in your car while you wait for your hot food. But they are lovely and happy to bring it out to you in your car.

My kids demand we MUST go back next time we are in dc for the pretzel dog and the crumb cake

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Had a very good turkey sandwich on hand made roll. ( not boughten roll or bread) cinnamon roll was also good but very sweet.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Safe for Celiacs, friendly staff, wonderful variety / choices. The bacon-egg-cheese biscuit was very good. I wasn’t a fan of the donut holes; they were too crunchy and the texture was more like a hushpuppy.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I had an amazing experience! The service was fabulous and the choices are amazing. I had a BLTA that was delicious! Additionally I have been craving a gluten free donut since I was diagnosed with celiac and this donut was exactly what I was looking for.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Wow! Gluten free, plus free of the other top allergens. Excellent biscuit breakfast sandwiches and fresh fried apple fritter. Their chocolate chip cookie was great. Have to go back to try their sandwiches and other treats. Can preorder baked goods or get frozen foods too.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

The stromboli was amazing and the fried kreme donut was incredibly decadent. We didn’t buy any of the frozen options since we were on the road sadly.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Cinnamon rolls are the best! Don't stop there the chicken pot pie is good too and the cookies. You won't know your eating gluten free.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I’m completely nut-free with gluten intolerance and my boyfriend has celiac—we LOVE this place!! 15/10, great service—the only thing I would change are the hours. Closed just too early! I hope they send their goods to more cafes. We need more of these in Ashburn and Leesburg.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

My seven year old celiac son lit up with a smile when he realized he could pick anything in this bakery. After having a warm chocolate chip cookie he asked if we could give a five star review. The whole family agreed. It’s a little pricey but worth it in our mind.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Felt like having real food again. Next time in VA I will ABSOLUTELY find my way back here.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for soy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies

Great variety! Had a cinnamon roll and breakfast sandwich—delicious!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We finally decided to give this place a try for the fried chicken. It was delicious!! What a treat. I’ll be back!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Dog friendly
• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Safe but sadly didn’t like the food at all. Really bummed because they have a lot of choices!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Below Average

I used to drive 40 minutes for their paleo buns and brown sugar pop tarts. First, they stopped making the paleo buns and strung me along for 6 months, promising they’d bring them back. Today, they discontinued the brown sugar pop tarts (they claim until Fall). Needless to say I won’t be back anytime soon (if their sense of timing about the paleo buns holds for the brown sugar pop tarts.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Great gluten-free and dairy-free dessert options. We had two birthdays cakes made special order, both of which were delicious beyond description.

To TDB: Thank you for being in our community!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The products in store are different from what is ordered online. I love their cheddar chive biscuits because I miss eating garlic cheddar biscuits at Red Lobster. During the holidays, they offer special online pre-ordering for family pies, and they're all delicious! Love the pumpkin pie and the apple crumble. They sell empty pie shells and pizza shells so you can make what you want. They also offer dinner rolls that are so good that family can't tell they are GF I also enjoy the vegan biscuits, and the mini cupcakes are moist and delicious. The cinnamon rolls are SO good! I will continue to visit and order online.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

Dedicated gluten free! And lots of other stuff. I got the bagel bites and they were amazing. Also took one some frozen stuff. Had the meat Stromboli for dinner and it was unreal good. Very light and crunchy. Wish I would have gotten more to take home and freeze.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I’m visiting from Florida and found this bakery when looking up GF pizza places. As I’m writing this I’m having one of their cinnamon rolls which is amazing! And their prices are much more reasonable than the one back home. Luckily for my waistline, it’s not closer to me! Definitely will return whenever I visit.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Everything I have ever eaten from The Difference Baker has been amazing - cinnamon rolls, doughnuts, pies, you name it. This place is safe and has wonderful food! Can’t recommend it highly enough!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Just found this place while visiting Purcellville. Super-friendly service and delicious goodies!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great place. You never have to worry about cross contamination. We like most of the food we get here. The lower rating is because it is SOO expensive.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies

okay, LOVVEEEEE! everything here is vegan and gluten free so my entire family could enjoy! it was the yummiest gluten free food on our vacation. 10000/10 recommend.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Tasty treats. Good variety and options.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for keto
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies

Delicious!!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

It’s nice that this place is completely gluten free but my monkey bread was just alright. It’s also very expensive and kind of annoying that you have to cook everything yourself.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

We have enjoyed all the food we have purchased! Dedicated GF facility with friendly staff and wonderful knowledgeable owner. We love the seasonal specials and they are always open to thoughts of what their next new item could be. Some favorites of ours are: their carrot cupcakes, biscuits, jelly donuts, pop tarts, egg sandwich, waffles.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Probably the best bakery I’ve been too. They do everything! I really don’t know how they are able to pull off so many delicious gluten free options but they do. These were the first GF cinnamon buns I had and it was an incredible experience! This place rocks!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I look forward to going! The baked goods are amazing and definitely worth it. It's great to have a safe place where the whole menu is available.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies

100% dedicated and awesome customer service. Got myself strawberry and vanilla donuts and a chix ques. I m set for the day!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The baked goods are the best!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

For this Celiac, the thought of getting food from a completely dedicated gluten free kitchen!!! Makes my heart smile! Finally no worries of cross contamination!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Their products are so good and their customer service for customer orders is Fantastic! We love the sourdough bread and the Stromboli’s.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Purchased dinner rolls for Thanksgiving and Christmas and they were terrible. No one would eat them.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

I cannot thank enough I found this place. I am gluten free and this is the place to eat cupcakes which are gluten free. They were so delicious. GF Cookies were also very very delicious.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I ordered several items to try - pretzels, cookies, monkey bread and a pie - the quality is excellent and it is super delicious. Nice to have a place that works so hard at being gluten free.

The delivery is also awesome and very convenient.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious bakery! I was amazed with how many items they had in their freezer. We picked up pretzel bites from the freezer and donuts and cupcakes from the fresh section. My maple bacon donut was to die for. I wasn’t as happy with my cupcake but my kids devoured them. I had the vanilla and for me it was just ok but my kids had the chocolate and they said they were delicious! We will definitely be back to get more goodies!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Very friendly staff and high quality goods! I recommend the “brookie” brownie cookie.

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious food and great service! My only complaint is I wish they were open all week :)

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Just had the lemon ginger scones...omg yummy!!!!! Can't believe they are GF. The texture is spot on. No crumbly graininess like some GF doughs. Sooooo good!!!

The Bistro is a dedicated gluten-free facility. As an individual with severe food allergies, I greatly appreciate that I found a bakery that makes food with no cross-contamination. The monkey bread and Funnel Cake was absolutely delicious . You definitely cannot tell it’s gluten-free. It’s pricey, tho. It cost more than in a grocery store , but it’s worth it

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Fantastic service, this is the greatest place to eat in Loudon County if you have food allergies or restrictions! Their cookies and creme donut is my favorite donut ever - the gluten eating husband says he likes it better than donuts he can have! I also love their chicken and waffles. The difference baker does an incredible job finding what people use to love (Chick-fil-A sandwiches, chicken and waffles, donuts, croissants 🥐 etc) and making it happen for allergy families 🥺♥ honestly my favorite location and I go way more than I care to admit 😂

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent