Nectarine Grove Cafe & Bakehouse
$$ • Cafe, Bakery
Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Most Recent Reviews
I enjoyed the breakfast tacos and powerhouse smoothie. I prefer the Encinitas location though, as they have a more expensive menu.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Smoothies, Breakfast Tacos
This is the best croissant I’ve ever had and I’m so happy to finally find a gluten free one. My husband loved his cinnamon roll as well!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Cookies, Dessert, Cinnamon Rolls, Donuts & more
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
We had the quiche, breakfast sandwich, açaí bowl, donuts, and a cinnamon roll. Everything was delicious and all my people were happy. Four stars because they forgot to serve my quiche. Otherwise, everything was great!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Sandwiches, Cinnamon Rolls, Breakfast Sandwiches, Acai Bowls & more
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
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Top notch chocolate croissant. Great breakfast sandwich too! Highly recommend.
Dedicated GF
Happy to see that Nectarine Grove is multiplying locations. This is a great spot to grab a quick slice of quiche or breakfast sandwich as a savory more hearty bite to eat as a celiac. I am a very sensitive celiac so I’m forever grateful for a dedicated kitchen that has more than just baked goods. I highly recommend the turmeric latte as well!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Breakfast Sandwiches, Pastries, Bagels, Avocado Toast & more
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
BEST GF BAKED GOODS ANYWHERE! This was my first time to this location and I was overwhelmed (in the best way possible) by all the options. The chocolate croissants are out of this world delicious. The cinnamon rolls are always a winner. And the butter lattes are amazing! I have never had a bad experience at either location. If you are in the Encinitas area and need some amazing GF food, Nectarine Grove is my top recommendation.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Muffins, Croissants
Sooooo many options! The cinnamon roll and croissants are a must-get!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Breakfast Sandwiches, Cinnamon Rolls, Acai Bowls, Croissants & more
We’ve gone here multiple times and never got sick. My son loved the chicken poppers, but it’s a great breakfast spot too.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Sandwiches, Cinnamon Rolls
Amazing dedicated gluten free bakery! They even had croissants!!!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Sandwiches, Croissants
Great lunch and bought a bunch of treats to try. Had a chicken pesto sandwich w soup of the day (chicken pot pie) w the berry lemonade which was also a special. Of the treats we tried later, the absolute standout is the pecan bar (recommended by the person we ordered from- OMG), the peanut butter brownie and raspberry bar. Chocolate croissant was also a standout given its gf. Stopped by the next day on our way out of town to get more pecan bars and peanut butter brownies. Amazing.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Brownies
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
Food was amazing. I had the turkey with pesto sandwich, and so did my daughter. It was served warm. Very satisfying. Did not get sick!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Sandwiches, Acai Bowls
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
This is the best place to go if you are gluten free. It is a dedicated gluten free facility and restaurant. They have a baked goods case and breakfast and lunch foods. I have yet to find a better gf chocolate croissant, cinnamon roll, plain croissant, cupcake, etc etc. My boyfriend and I both have celiac disease and we always hit up Nectarine Grove whenever we are in the SD area. I cannot recommend this place enough. I’m updating this review a year plus after first discovering it and my feelings have only deepened about this place. It’s so good. A must go.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Cookies, Cupcakes, Dessert, Breakfast Sandwiches & more
Other
- — Healthy options
- — Good with other allergies
- — Lunch
- — Breakfast
I love everything about this place. All items are 100% gf. I tried three different items and they were all delicious. Friendly staff!
Dedicated GF
I went here last weekend, and boy, am I glad I did! I got the breakfast sandwich, and it was equally as good as the one at LA’s “Great White.” I was in heaven. I have been exposed so many times in San Diego. and have a lot of food anxiety now. I’m so happy this place exists, and I can’t wait to go back!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Breakfast Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Bagels, Cakes & more
VERY good food. Fresh. Tasty. Delicious. My (celiac) wife and I each had a sandwich. Something neither of us have had in a long time and so glad we chose them. Will definitely return for more. 100% gluten free restaurant! Excellent choice for those with dairy allergies too.
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Sandwiches
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
What a great experience. 100 percent gluten free menu. Kind staff, amazingly fresh food packed with flavor. Highly recommend a stop here. We had the morning glory bowl with delicious cashew crema, the turkey and prosciutto sandwich on the most incredible gluten free croissant, and the Del Mar salad (I think that was the name of it). We also got carrot cake muffins, hostess looking chocolate muffin and the paleo brownie. All food was delicious, very fair priced! I wanted to honestly buy all of it even the frozen breads and waffles they had for offerings. This is a must stop for sure!
Dedicated GF
GF Menu Items
- — Muffins, Waffles
Other
- — Good for dairy-free
I have celiac and this is my GO TO place in SD for breakfast and lunch! Their matcha is also one of my favorites in San Diego!
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Online ordering
- — Good for dairy-free
- — Takeout
SO SO SO GOOD 😋 Celiac HEAVEN 🥲 I got the turkey + avo sandwich (sub mayo instead of aioli)! It was one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had!! Chocolate croissants here are the best! And now trying the cinnamon roll this time!!
Dedicated GF
Dedicated GF, large menu of sweet and savory baked goods. Loaves of breads. My favorite so far and the hardest to find is a wonderful Crescent Rolls. Baked crunchy buttery out side and flaky texture inside. Rivals any crescent roll that’s non GF
Dedicated GF
Dedicated gluten free and plenty of dairy free as well. Bountiful bakery case. Great breakfast and lunch options. Healthy and yummy smoothies and bowls. Had a totally enjoyable first visit. Will definitely be back.
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Healthy options
- — Breakfast/Brunch
- — Good with other allergies
- — Lunch
The croissant is so good. Prosciutto fig sandwich on croissant is amazing as well. Baked goods delicious. Highly recommend
Dedicated GF
This should be on the top of everyone's lists to visit. Amazing food and great service!
Dedicated GF
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The food is delicious and those of us with Celiac can eat here without concern. We took home some sweets for later.
Dedicated GF
Excellent options for breakfast & lunch. Many refrigerated items to take home and prepare later. Healthy and good at Tue same time! Finally a place where people with allergies do not have to explain.
Dedicated GF
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Breakfast/Brunch
- — Lunch
- — Online ordering
- — Good for kids
Facility is dedicated gluten-free. Service was great. Employees very knowledgeable and wear gloves that they change frequently. My husband and I both had the boss burgers. My son had the Cali sub and then my son and I split a whoopie pie for dessert. . Food was excellent.
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Healthy options
- — Breakfast/Brunch
- — Good with other allergies
- — Lunch
Totally gluten free - we love all of their food it’s delicious. Bread, waffles, cinnamon rolls, cupcakes, cookies, quiche, bagels, English muffins and then other goodies like chilaquiles, tacos, bowls. Great for breakfast lunch or a snack.
Dedicated GF
The cinnamon roll tasted like a real cinnamon roll. 😍 Totally GF and all other allergens are clearly marked.
Dedicated GF
Cross contamination. Somehow gluten is making its way into the kitchen. Not sure if it's employees bringing their own bread to make sandwiches or what. It's happened two times now.
Owner Response
Hi Jennifer- I'm so sorry that you felt there was cross contamination! I can assure you we do not let our employees bring in their own bread. We give them free meals everyday they work from our menu as they are not allowed to bring outside food. Could there have been another allergen causing you issues? Perhaps a gluten free flour or dairy, etc? We have an allergen guide at the front register in case you ever want to check if before ordering. We also test our food often using the Nima sensor and have never had an issue. Thank you!
Dedicated GF
Not quite as many options as the Encinitas location, but very good nonetheless!
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Healthy options
- — Lunch
- — Outdoor seating
What an awesome find! Had the breakfast sandwich gf. The best bun ever! Come to this area often to visit fry. How did I not know about it?? Will definitely be coming back!!
Awesome food and environment. Too bad we live across the country. Would go all the time.
Dedicated GF
GO GET A CROISSANT!! They’re delicious and dedicated GF. I also had a cinnamon roll, bacon, and husband had the sampler breakfast dish. Very fresh food. We grabbing croissants before flying home - so good!! No issues!
Dedicated GF
Great place. I would recommend the Leucadia/Encinitas location because there are less options at Del Mar but it still has great sandwiches and is 100% GF establishment. I always feel safe ordering here. If you’ve never had a GF croissant Nectarine Grove is the place to try it!
Dedicated GF
Nice open concept. Multiple delicious options. Artichoke quiche was delicious. Love that it’s 100% GF facility.
Dedicated GF
New location opened recently in Del Mar. A little pricey but every thing we have tried has been amazing! So far we have tried the cinnamon rolls (which are huge), butter and chocolate croissants, coffee cake and sandwiches. Definitely recommend getting the sandwiches on a croissant! Also everything being gluten free is great not having to worry about cross contamination.
Dedicated GF
Other
- — Breakfast/Brunch
- — Lunch
- — Good for dairy-free
- — Outdoor seating
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