16 Regional Bakeries To Have On Your Radar

Known for its clean, wholesome approach to baking, So Free Organic Bakery specialises in 100% organic, gluten-free baked goods made without dairy, refined sugar, soy or preservatives. While there's no dine-in experience, the bakery delivers directly to your door via its website, WhatsApp, Deliveroo and Noon Food, making it easy to keep a supply of everything from breads and pastries to cookies, cakes and savoury bakes in your pantry. Our top pick? The decadent, chewy brownies, made using the bakery's signature house gluten-free flour blend of organic buckwheat, quinoa and millet, organic vegan dark chocolate and organic coconut butter. 

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One of Dubai's newest bakery launches, CRISP. is the latest concept from acclaimed chef Reif Othman, the restaurateur behind REIF Japanese Kushiyaki. Inspired by his time in Copenhagen following a pop-up at Tivoli Gardens, the bakery brings together Nordic baking traditions with Japanese precision and Southeast Asian flavours. Available for delivery and from REIF Japanese Kushiyaki in Dubai Hills, the menu features handcrafted breads, viennoiseries, cookies and doughnuts, with standout orders including the buttery shio pan, pandan kaya jam doughnut, vanilla brûlée millefeuille and matcha strawberry roll.

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Angel Cakes is more than just a bakery; it’s a full-service wellness restaurant where every dish is free of gluten and refined sugar, with plenty of vegan and dairy-free options. With locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the menu features everything from nourishing breakfast bowls and avocado toasts to pancakes, salads, smoothies, ceremonial matcha and beautifully crafted cakes, cookies and pastries. Whether you're stopping by for brunch or picking up a delicious cake or loaf of bread, it's one of the city's best spots for wholesome dining that never compromises on flavour. You can also order its dishes and desserts from home on its own online app. 

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While Bakemart isn't an exclusively gluten-free bakery, it has a dedicated gluten-free production kitchen and an extensive range of certified gluten-free products, making it a trusted choice for those avoiding gluten. Standout favourites include its soft Arabic pita bread and buttery mini croissants, while the bakery also creates bespoke gluten-free celebration cakes for birthdays and special occasions. With multiple branches across Dubai, plus products stocked in supermarkets including Carrefour and Union Coop, Bakemart makes gluten-free baked goods more accessible than ever.

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Originally from Abu Dhabi, Tawa Bakery is a dedicated gluten-free eatery and bakery with a Dubai outpost in DIFC's Gate Avenue. Renowned for its extensive selection of freshly baked goods and Middle Eastern bakes, it specialises in everything from soft hamburger buns, manoushe and multi-seed loaves to artisan breads, flaky pastries, celebration cakes and cookies. Alongside its bakery offering, guests can also enjoy a wholesome all-day dining menu. 

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One of the newer names on Dubai's gluten-free scene, Swirl Bakehouse specialises in beautifully crafted desserts and pastries that prove free-from baking can still feel indulgent. Available for delivery, the menu features everything from cookies and brownies to cakes, muffins and seasonal sweet treats, all made with premium gluten-free ingredients. 

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Operating as a pop-up inside Jun’s in Downtown Dubai, 852 Bakery is one of the city's most exciting new bakery concepts, blending Hong Kong flavours with global influences from chef Kelvin Cheung's travels. Its latest launch, the Shio Pan Bagel, is a clever hybrid inspired by Japan's cult-favourite buttery shio pan and the classic New York bagel, delivering a crisp exterior, a chewy centre and a flaky sea salt topping. Beyond the bagels, the menu features standout creations including the Hong Kong Pineapple Bun filled with salted French butter, flavour-packed bagel sandwiches and unique drinks such as the apple butter tea and matcha mango sago. Open daily from 12pm to 11pm, it's also available for delivery via Deliveroo under Liu by Jun's.

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Better Bakes is a dedicated gluten-free bakery and café located in Mirdif Avenue Mall, where everything on the menu is made entirely gluten-free. Alongside freshly baked breads, pastries and celebration cakes, the café also serves pizzas, sandwiches, brownies, muffins and speciality coffee, making it an ideal spot for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon treat. You can also order all the menu items through various delivery apps. 

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One of Abu Dhabi's newest additions to the gluten-free scene, CrumbFree Café is a dedicated gluten-free bakery and café located in Al Nahyan. Created with coeliacs and gluten-conscious diners in mind, the menu features everything from freshly baked breads and pastries to pizzas, sandwiches and indulgent desserts, all prepared in a gluten-free environment. Top sellers include its soft sandwich loaves, fluffy cinnamon rolls and freshly baked S'mores and chocolate chip cookies. 

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Skinny Genie Café is one of Dubai's best-known dedicated gluten-free cafés, with locations in Dubai Internet City and Jumeirah. Everything is prepared in a completely gluten-free kitchen, making it a trusted destination for coeliacs and anyone following a gluten-free lifestyle. Alongside an all-day café menu, the bakery offers an extensive selection of freshly baked goods, including artisan breads, croissants, cookies, brownies, muffins and cakes. Standout favourites include the flaky butter croissants, gooey chocolate brownies and its range of soft sandwich breads. 

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One of Lebanon's best-known dedicated gluten-free bakeries, OH! Bakehouse is a favourite among coeliacs and health-conscious food lovers alike. Located on Monot Street in Achrafieh, Beirut, everything is baked in a 100% gluten-free, dairy-free and refined sugar-free kitchen, with no risk of cross-contamination. The menu includes artisan seeded loaves, sandwich breads, cookies, brownies, cakes, and wholesome pastries, all made with organic grains, nuts and natural sweeteners. 

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Despite its simple name, Gluten-Free Bakery has become one of Riyadh's go-to destinations for dedicated gluten-free baking. Located in Al Ghadir, the bakery prepares everything in a 100% gluten-free environment, offering an extensive selection of freshly baked breads, manakish, pizzas, pastries, cakes and traditional Middle Eastern desserts. Bestsellers include its za'atar manakish, soft sandwich loaves, maamoul and decadent brownies. 

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Honestry is a Dubai-based gluten-free bakery specialising in decadent sweet treats and savoury snacks made with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Alongside its online store, the brand also has a charming boutique in Meydan where you can pick up your favourites or enjoy them alfresco on the shaded patio. The menu features everything from crispy cookies, tahini brownies and celebration cakes to cultured frozen yoghurt, while its ever-changing specials are worth keeping an eye out for. Highlights include the sticky mango rice pudding with A2A2 cultured frozen yoghurt and the Cregag – the bakery's unique take on the traditional Emirati regag and French crêpe, available with a variety of sweet and savoury fillings.

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If you're looking for something a little out of the ordinary, Pancita Bakery on Al Wasl Road is the place to visit, bringing the vibrant flavours of Central and South America to Dubai. It's one of the city's newest bakery openings, founded by the team behind Lila Molino + Cafe. Signature must-orders include the buttery medialunas (Argentina's version of the croissant), dulce de leche-filled alfajores, flaky vigilantes, cheese-and-onion empanadas and classic crustless miga sandwiches. Pair one with its popular iced dulce de leche coffee for the full experience.

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CRUNCH is the latest concept from husband-and-wife chef duo Mukhtar and Anastassiya, whose experience spans renowned kitchens worldwide, including Noma and Frantzén. Located at Dubai's Wasl 51, the all-day bakery and café is built around handcrafted sourdough, freshly laminated pastries and seasonal dishes inspired by European techniques and Scandinavian baking traditions. Standout bakes include the signature shio pan, pandan kaya jam doughnut, vanilla brûlée millefeuille or matcha strawberry roll. 

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Nestled within Dubai Hills, pH5 is one of the city's prettiest neighbourhood bakeries, combining the feel of a European greenhouse with freshly baked artisanal goods. The menu features everything from freshly baked signature rye sourdough loaves and buttery viennoiserie to filled Berliners, delicate pastries, sandwiches, pizzas and speciality coffee.

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