Panja

19 ratings
$$ • Bakery
dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Reported GF menu options: Bagels, Baguettes, Biscuits, Bread/Buns, Cakes, Cheesecake, Cookies, Dessert, Donuts, Focaccia, Ice Cream, Muffins, Pastries, Pies, Salad, Sandwiches, Scones
Street Mihal Duri
Tirana, Albania
From the owner

Panja brings for first time in Tirana and Albania an artisanal 100% Gluten & Lactose Free Bakery, Pastry and Dairy Shop

On safety—At "Panja" we take very seriously the safety of our Intolerant and Celiac guests. All of our products are 100% Gluten Free. All of the flours for our Breads, and deserts are blended on our Mill where only gluten free flours are blended. We don't use any conservants or other products that can compromise the safety of our products.

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

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This place is a must for people with celiac!! Everything is really good and made with the highest quality ingredients. Plus, the workers are extremely nice. I had a long chat with them and had the privilege of hearing the owner's story which is incredibly inspiring!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Hashimoto's

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Amazing gluten free plant based bakery in Tirana. A variety of menu items, sandwiches and desserts!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Updated 2 weeks ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Fabulous world class organic gluten free and lactose free bakery situated not far from Skanderbeg Square. The owners speak English and offer the highest quality breads, focaccia, salad bread rolls, cakes, sweets, biscuits and ice creams of the highest quality. They grow their own seeds on their organic farm and grind their own flour in various grains so there is a great variety of choice.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Gluten-Free Features

  • Bagels
  • Baguettes
  • Biscuits
  • Bread/Buns
  • Cakes
  • Cheesecake
  • Cookies
  • Dessert
  • Donuts
  • Focaccia
  • Ice Cream
  • Muffins
  • Pastries
  • Pies
  • Salad
  • Sandwiches
  • Scones

Categories

  • Bakery
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Cafe
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Delivery
  • Healthy
  • Keto Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

From the owner


"Panja" brings for the first time in Tirana and Albania the concept of a 100% Gluten & Lactose Free Bakery Pastry and Dairy shop.

"Panja" in Albanian means Maple which is the main sweetener that we use on our desserts.

By us you will find a wide variety of 100% Gluten Free Breads, Sandwiches, Croissants, Pies, Tarts, Cakes and Biscuits, produced and traded on the site, all artisanal, made by Chef Anila that has multiple years of experience in Milan working on different Gluten Free restaurants and bakeries.

Our breads are really special because they don't contain mixtures of flours, are made by a single ingredient, so when we mention Chickpea bread it means it's 100% Chickpea flour blended by us. Our breads come in 5 different variants: Chickpea Flour Bread, Lupini Beans Flour Bread, Fava Beans Flour Bread, Buckwheat Flour Bread, Quinoa Flour Bread.

Also we prepare different types of Pie, with Rice flour and filled with Spinach or with Quinoa Flour and filled with our Almond Cheese.

Our Sandwiches are made from our Quinoa Sandwich Bread and filled with our homemade mayonaise and Chicken Ham or the Vegetarian option with Vegetables.

We also have our Vegan Dairy line with our homemade Panja" Almond Milk, Almond Cheese, Almond Sauce, Almond Ricotta and Cocoa Butter.

From our Almond Milk and Cocoa Butter we produce the creams for our cakes, on the case of Cheesecake we create the filling from our Almond Ricotta. All of the cakes and desserts are made from Quinoa Flour or Almond Flour. Also we offer a wide variety of biscuits tarts, etc.

We work very hard to offer a superior quality of food and products not just in Albania but also on International level.

Will be delighted to welcome you on our place.

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Pistachio and hazelnut gluten and lactose free icecream is delicious
Very much enjoyed all of this and bought extra to take with us.
Gluten-Free at Panja
Menu of Lactose Free Homemade Dairy
Menu of Gluten Free Breads
Exterior of Panja
Exterior of Panja
Exterior of our Place
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More Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

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Such a cute place that’s all gluten free! Felt so safe and the treats were delicious, can’t miss it if you are looking for gluten free in Tirana :)

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Hello Gracie, thanks for taking the time and sharing with the community your experience by our place. We're very happy to read that you have had a pleasant time by "Panja". We look forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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As a celiac I hadn’t found any shops that offered gluten free products. Very happy to have found this bakery. The owners were very friendly and so proud of their beautiful pastries. Everything is off a very high quality, with no additives of any kind, so good and healthy which is a rare combination for gluten free products.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free

Owner Response


Hello, we are so delighted to hear that you have had a nice experience by "Panja". Thank you for mentioning the fact that our product is not just a normal gluten & dairy free one, but also really healthy and made of high quality ingredients following the right food combinations, instructed to our chef by our nutritionist. We look forward to welcome you back next time in Tirana.

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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This facility offers a wide range of GF options. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Family owned business where quality is key.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thank you so much for appreciating our Gluten & Dairy Free products and our staff. Thank you for mentioning the fact that more than being just a dedicated gluten & dairy free bakery, and pastry, our main focus is to offer a top quality product with very high quality ingredients. We look forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 2 months ago read full review

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Excellent options in this bakery! Glen was terribly helpful for English speakers, and the baked goods (and ice cream) are wonderful... And all GF. I was almost literally a kid in a candy store. If you're Celiac and staying in Tirana for any time, you should visit!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Hi Scott, thank you for taking the time and sharing with all the community your experience by our store. We are very happy to hear that you have enjoyed our gluten free baked goods and our plant based ice cream. We look forward on welcoming you back, next time in Tirana.

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Gluten Sensitive

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Amazing place for all gluten free lovers 😍. A selection of breads, cookies, cakes and much more that are gluten free and so tasty!! One of a kind place in Albania. A must visit for everyone that is going to Tirana. The staff is also very kind and helpful- amongst Albanian, they also speak English, Italian, Spanish and Greek.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Hi Jola, thank you so much for taking the time and sharing your experience by our store. We look forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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The only place we've found in Albania with everything gluten free! Such a fantastic spot and the owner is incredibly friendly and helpful, explaining to us what everything was. They make everything themselves and you can really tell - everything is fresh, delicious, well presented, and we will definitely be back. You can dine in or purchase their items to takeaway, so we had to do both! Also try their desserts, the best gluten free dessert we've had! Thanks again ❤

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


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

Owner Response


Hi Laura, thanks so much for taking the time to appreciate our products and service. Is true that we elaborate, produce and trade all our delicacies on the same place in the center of Tirana.

Regarding the deserts we fully agree with you that they have a really special flavour because are made either with quinoa or almond flour to keep also the glycemic index low. The cakes are filled with creams derived from our plant based almond dairy line like the homemade almond milk, almond ricotta and cocoa butter.

Thanks again for sharing with all the community your experience in our place. We look forward on welcoming you back by "Panja" .

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Lively place with a huge varieties of bread, cakes and cookies. Also we got a lot of information. When you must avoid gluten this is a must be in Tirana.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thank you so much for appreciating our gluten free breads and our gluten and dairy free cakes and cookies. Looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 8 months ago read full review

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Very nice to have a safe place in Albania. Staff were lovely too

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating

Owner Response


Thank you so much Valeria for appreciating our Gluten & Lactose Free products and staff. Looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Lovely cafe in Tirana, brilliant selection and really nice people, highly recommend. Best sandwich I’ve had in a very long time, and the burek is also delicious. The ice cream was very good too!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

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Best gluten free spot in Albania. Everything is gluten free and lactose free. Great selection of sweet and savoury. You can even try Burek. The staff are so friendly too! Can’t recommend enough

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thank you so much Claudia, is always a great pleasure to see that our guests appreciate our products. Looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Can't say enough good things about this place. The whole team is incredibly kind and everything I tried there was excellent (including the almond creme gelato and their cakes)!

Was in Tirana for just a few days and basically ate all my meals here. In terms of savory items, they had pre-made sandwiches that work well for a quick lunch, and a couple types of fairly filling hand pies. Definitely mostly a baked goods/dessert shop though. My only suggestion would be to add a couple more varieties of sandwiches or other items that would work for lunch and dinner!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thank you so much for the kind words and valuation. We have been open since only 6 months, we promiss you that next time that you will be in Tirana, you will definitely find new options of sandwiches and other baked goods in our store. Looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing place! Food is super tasty and staff are really friendly and knowledgeable plus have some free tasters! Only downside is the price tag, despite this I visited three times!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thanks so much Phil for appreciating our products and staff. It´s great from you to mention also the fact that a quality product comes with a bit of cost too. Looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Amazing!!!! Was craving anything GF and they have such a wide variety of savoury and sweet options, all lactose free and gluten free. Magical spot, great service and overall 10/10 experience

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Thank you so much Lauren for appreciating our work and product. Looking forward on welcoming you back when you're in Tirana.

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Great dedicated gluten free spot with very friendly owners. I ordered a byrek with almond cheese which was tasty. I also had a chocolatecake and some cookies and a sandwich to take away. Great unique spot in Albania where gluten free is not very common!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Owner Response


Rianne thank you so much dear for appreciating our gluten & Lactose free delicacies. Wish you a great continuation of your trip in Albania and Kosovo.

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Gluten and dairy free bakery where you also can try non-caffein chicory coffee. Delicious and fresh cakes, also I took a gluten-free bread. We recieved some free samples of other products as well and were told how everything is made there.

Highly recommend!

First gluten-free backery in Albania.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free

Owner Response


Thank you for the kind words, looking forward on welcoming you back.

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Dedicated gluten free and dairy free bakery/lunch spot. Very friendly staff, gave us many free samples and explained what everything is made of. Food was very tasty.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options

Owner Response


Thank you for the kind words, looking forward on welcoming you back and wish you a great trip in Albania.

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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