Phatties Bake Shop

Vacationed in San Diego for my birthday, and coming from a place with a limited gluten-free /vegan baking scene, I was excited to order a cake from Phatties after my spouse did some searching online. I ordered in advance entirely online, which was super convenient. Lemon cake with a raspberry preserve layer and fresh raspberry frosting - SO GOOD. It was one of my only birthday cakes ever in my life and I was so thrilled - it made my day! It was beautiful and a great size for a small group of people! The shop itself is absolutely adorable also with pink decor everywhere. There were lots of other gluten free/vegan baked goods available to purchase, and we also got oat milk lattes. I’ll be back the next time I’m in SD! This has street parking and the area is kinda busy, so you may have to park a little ways down the street and walk. It’s located in a walkable area!

If you are looking for a bakery that is 100% gluten free and vegan this is your place. And things taste amazing too. Everything we tried was great, shout out to the breakfast pizza and friendly staff. Drinks were solid as well. Took a whole bag of goodies with us back home to Minnesota.

Such an adorable bakery- love the sprinkles on the wall! I finally was able to make it down to get a cinnamon roll. I also pre ordered a coffee cake muffin and an ube lemon donut- saving those for breakfast tomorrow. We also purchased a peanut butter cookie, a sprinkle cookie (delish and gone already) and a confetti cupcake (already half gone, having a hard time not finishing it😬). As a person with celiac disease who also has to eat dairy free and egg free I am so appreciative of a bakery that is strictly vegan and gluten free. My only wish is that they were more central in San Diego but it’s probably a good thing they aren’t around the corner! Last thing, the cinnamon roll was $17 so I REALLY hope I love it!!

Shockingly good gluten free and vegan options. That combo is usually hard to get so flavorful without too much fat or sugar but they do a great job. Loved the quiche, breakfast bagel, triple berry pop tart, and blueberry bread. Can’t wait to go back. The bagel was more like a bread bun but still yummy.

Absolutely amazing! Very friendly, knowledgeable staff and even better food - all gluten and vegan options! I got the cinnamon roll, cookie dough and a lavender matcha all so good!

Reached out to Phatties for help with our gender reveal and they definitely did not disappoint. Thank you to all who helped, especially the baker with my special request 😉! Cupcakes were delicious and will definitely be going to them for any and all future events.

Loved this little vegan bakery so much, while I was on vacation, I wish I could have another lemon ube donut right now. And the peanut butter latte I had was the best coffee I've ever had! Dying for one again!

I have to avoid gluten for health reasons (new to me!) and when we’re on vacation my husband tries to find new gluten free places to try. This is hands down the yummiest place I’ve ever tried. I got the quiche and my husband got a donut and we both tried samples of the brookie. So good! My husband even liked his and he normally does not like GF foods. I’m just sad we live in Arizona and can’t come here every day 😂 Everyone was super friendly and kind as well. Thank you! (And come to Mesa AZ)

I've been here for a few times now, and I'm probably not going to be back. The food is pretty good but the service was enough to put a bad taste in my mouth. I'm a pastry chef, so in terms of their pastries I'd say for vegan treats, it's good, though the frosting they use is much too sweet for my taste and a bit overpowering. The breakfast sandwich is plant-based and my best friend enjoyed it. I'm always excited to get plant-based food that's also gluten free and see how far it's progressed over the years. Upon ordering it, though, I had a discussion with the tall man taking my order that left me feeling less than welcome. I asked him if it was all vegan, more in a way of being excited and to make conversation, and he was condescending towards me, like I should already know. He didn't need to roll his eyes or act like a prick about it. I was genuinely excited and was going to ask more questions from a professional standpoint, but I quickly left to wait outside. Patiently, mind you, as it took FOREVER to get a sandwich and a coffee with only one person ahead of me. It took 45 minutes for a breakfast sandwich and a coffee, to which the cook in the back put it on my table, didn't acknowledge me or say anything when I kindly said thanks, just kind of threw it down and walked away. I have no idea what I did or why they were being pricks when I was genuinely trying to be kind and patient, but it was enough to not return. Such a shame, as I'm more than happy to support vegan businesses. I think it's important to be kind and less condescending towards curiosity.

PHATTIE'S IS FREAKING FIRE!!! INSANE MATCHA LATTE. I got strawberry puree with lavender agave... life changing. most delicious matcha latte i've ever had the pleasure of crossing my lips. Oh. My. God. Not to mention that the gluten free ube lemon donut was so delicious and moist and flavorful I could have cried. 10/10!!!! The staff are the sweetest and most loveliest people and the shop is just the cutest. VISIT!!! YOU WANT MATCHA, THEY GOT MATCHA. Go to Phattie's for the best latte you can imagine.

I have been here a few times to get my sweet fix. I can't have dairy or gluten, so a vegan/GF bakery is right up my alley. I live in La Mesa and was a little nervous the first time I went, because I didn't want to be disappointed that I made the trip to Point Loma if it wasn't great and low and behold, it's amazing every time! I have had the lemon blueberry mini loaf (so so good), the coffee cake and the cinnamon roll. All have been delicious. Nothing has been too dry or lacking flavor. As someone that has dabbled in baking GF/DF I had to stop because nothing was turning out great and then I was wasting $30-$35 on baking ingredients for nothing. I know it may SEEM like this shop is expensive, but comparing GF/DF ingredient cost to regular ingredients is like comparing apples... and champagne. Plus, it's pretty in line with a lot of local bakeries. Service has always been great and it's really cute inside as well. If you are like me and want to see what's available ahead of time, they have an order online option and it will show you what's available. Thank you Phatties for supplying my sweet treats! You started out my Mother's Day perfectly!

I, a former San Diego resident who had been visiting San Diego, wanted a gluten free (non lemon non lime) donut for breakfast. My intolerance to gluten and the predominantly gluten donut bakeries and in stores, donuts are a rare treat. My blessing was chocolately donut from heaven, a divine moment. Everything is gluten free and vegan. I would have bought 2 or 3 more donuts, the strawberry longjohn and the tres leches cake if my mom was not with me. The food was perfect and the service was flawless. Everything is made fresh daily and the shop is clean and quiet. The vibe is welcoming.

I ordered some gluten free cupcakes from Phattie's for my husbands birthday and they turned out wonderful. The ordering process was seamless and was done entirely online. The service was friendly and straightforward for pick up. The shop has a cute vibe and they have cafe seating out front if you would like to grab a coffee and enjoy your pastry at the shop.

Friendly and fast service! Went right when they opened. Vegan and gluten free which was a bonus! Coffee was excellent and not overly sweet. Had the maple bourbon latte. Has a cute vibe with a handful of seating options available. Would go again next time I'm in San Diego! Also had the sugar free banana bread which was moist and flavorful.

It's okay, spent over $60 here including my friend's order. Good selections, but the expresso is not good quality and the baked goods have such a bad aftertaste, not sure what they are using for sugar alternative, but whatever they are using is just not it. I had the Biscoff latte 7/10, Ube Lemon doughnut 5/10, only because of the aftertaste, Turtle doughnut 8/10 same bad aftertaste, texture of baked goods is there, but that aftertaste just makes you not want to revisit. These are just a few things we ordered, we also ordered edible cookie dough and carrot cake, haven't eaten just yet!

I ordered delivery from Uber Eats since I was traveling and didn't have a car. I brought three donuts back to Oregon for my celiac husband. We have lower standards for items that are both GF & vegan since we understand it poses some challenges, but these donuts nailed it! It's so nice to have GF donuts that aren't baked! I would come back to San Diego for these, and that's saying a lot for someone who lives in arguably the best city for gluten free & vegan options!

I was in town visiting some girlfriends and had the absolute most wonderful experience at Phatties!! First of all, as a gluten free girl, it was HEAVEN to be able to order anything in the store!! Second, the service was so so incredible-- Hero was so welcoming and kind to myself, my friends, and everyone who entered. Little did I know in the moment, but just minutes before my friends and I came in, an emotionally unbalanced person had spit in the face of the head baker-- and the cops had to get involved. It takes an extreme level of professionalism to keep things moving so seamlessly after an event like that. Third-- there is flower wallpaper on the CEILING, people !! If there is that level of attention to detail for decor, you just KNOW the baked goods are going to be perfection as well. And they WERE! I highly recommend the Cookie Monster cookie, the pop tart, and the salty Canadian latte My girlfriends and I came back the next day-- and, had my flight not creeped up on us, we would have also come for a third day in a row! Can't wait to visit again when I'm back in town

Please stop by and get the best gluten free vegan dessert in San Diego. Everything is amazing. The people who work there care about the products they put out and are extremely friendly. Come support a great business. Tell them Eddie sent you lol they don't know me but I think it would be funny. God bless!!

I'm such a Phattie Fan! If you need a boost in life, you need to stop here. My day got so much better after walking in and ordering some treats. The staff were so pleasant and kind. I was offered samples and suggestions of things to try. I had four samples and they were moist, flavorful, and not too sweet. Everything is made on-site by the talented team. What blows my mind is it's vegan and gluten free. The coffee was great with non-dairy and caffeine free options as well. I had to get their carrot cake as it's a best seller. They had a nut free option too. They have fresh doughnuts, pop tarts, scones, banana bread, and more! There's something for everyone. The decor inside is stunning! I love the black and white tattooed glam shots actors. The pink payphone is a fun selfie must. If you spend a certain amount of money, you can spin the prize wheel! I won a t-shirt! Get over here and explore this fun bake shop. You won't be disappointed.

Phattie's Bake Shop: Where Gluten-Free & Vegan Dreams Come True! How have I lived here for THREE YEARS and only just discovered this gem?! Phattie's Bake Shop is officially my new go-to for all things delicious. My order? Breakfast sandwich with cheese--melty, toasty perfection Quiche--fluffy, flavorful, and downright amazing Berry dessert--sweet, tart, and totally addictive Freshly brewed gourmet coffee--because mornings deserve the best Drew had the hot chocolate, and while I thought it was perfect, he thinks everything should taste like pure sugarcane... so, take that as you will. But the real star? Julian, one of the master bakers behind these creations! How is this gluten-free AND vegan yet tastes like regular food?! That's some next-level wizardry. As someone who loves to bake, I have to say--Phattie's nailed it. No more spending hours in the kitchen... they've got my back! If you haven't been here yet, RUN, don't walk! #PhattiesBakeShop #GlutenFreeGoodness #VeganDelights #FoodieFinds #BestBreakfastEver

Small little bakery which was a wonderful find! Everything here was gluten-free, which was great as someone with celiac. They occasionally have some free samples to try for some of their baked goods, and the service is really friendly at the counter. I really enjoyed their red velvet donut! It was soft, moist, well-balance in flavor, with a delicious frosting. My only regret is not buying more before leaving San Diego!

Quick stop for a coffee. Cute little store with a nice employee. All their items are vegan and gluten free and smelled amazing inside. I got the OG which was an horchata latte with oat milk and a good serving of cinnamon on it.

Pop tart was sooooooo tough you could hardly chew it. Gluten free items are typically more dense than traditional baked goods, but this is beyond that. Skip this item... I just tossed $7 in the garbage. Cinnamon roll is MEGA HUGE. Very doughy in the center. There's an abundant amount of glaze on the bottom of the roll, so it's oozing with sugary, gooey sweetness on the bottom. At first I didn't think there was enough frosting, but there's plenty after I realized how sticky the bottom of the roll is. Unfortunately it is a whopping $14! I will say it's good, but not worth that kind of a price tag. Top notch customer service, but that doesn't make up for the hefty prices and poor quality in some of the items. Vinnie, Appreciate the quick reply to my second review. I didn't intend for 3 stars to be negative, but true to the items I ordered today. For what it's worth, my previous visit review was 5 stars. I just tried to call the store, but told you aren't in. I welcome the opportunity to speak when you're available. You are correct, I did order extra frosting (and offered to pay for it), but it was not in my bag when I got to my destination. I do hope you reach out. Until then, don't stop baking the goods ... You have a great following and dedicated customers who'd be crushed to see you push them to standard bakeries.

I'm in town visiting my son on vacation & found this bakery near our rental. I have to eat strictly GF and was excited to find a strictly Gf/vegan bakery. I had the triple berry muffin (breakfast) & carrot cake (for dessert tonight) My son & daughter really enjoyed their choices too. Such a cute place inside with outdoor seating, employees/ owners were awesome & attentive.

The bakery items are delicious and Gluten free. Must try this place!!! I don't give 5 stars often, but they are that good

I was pretty disappointed. We had this delivered to us while on vacation. The textures of the strawberry cake and the bagel were not great. We were missing an item that was ordered. The quiche was OK, but definitely not worth the price. The lattes tasted powdery/gritty, like they added powder instead of syrup.

Friendly and attentive staff. Delicious baked goods (coffee cake and banana nut bread both were moist and full of flavor). Space was a bit cramped but seating outside is a plus.

Amazing selection of GF goodies. As someone who is gluten and predominantly dairy free it is hard to find a place that meets all of my dietary restrictions. However, this place made me feel like I had none at all! I highly recommend anything on the menu, although all I tasted was the breakfast bagel, funfetti doughnut, funfetti cupcake, and the cinnamon roll bread pudding. The service was great and very quick. It was not very busy. There are a few chairs and a table to sit at to enjoy your goodies. They also offer samples, which was such a delight to be able to try other things! I highly recommend checking this place out. They do not skimp out on anything and the treats are all very moist and delicious!!

I had a coconut-milk-based latte ($7) and coffee cake muffin ($7). The latte was okay. The muffin was vegan and I believe gluten-free but I didn't buy it for idealogical reasons. I bought it to try something different. So I'm comparing this to muffins at non-vegan bakeries. It has both a sandy and gooey texture and a bitter-salt after-taste. It's overly crumbly and really needs a better binding agent. I suppose it's hard to do that without the long protein chains in eggs. It's really not good. I can't finish it. That said, I appreciate the effort of trying new food types. Update: I originally gave this two stars because I didn't like the food. That wasn't fair of me. The place is cute and the service was good. The muffin wasn't tasty, but if you restrict yourself to vegan and gluten-free food, this might be as good as it gets. I don't have the experience to be so critical. Hence the increased assessment.

Took a nice morning walk to grab a coffee and a donut. The coffee was delicious and the donut was excellent. The donut was almost a little more like a Bundy cake but so moist and the icing was excellent. I was eye balling the savory breakfasts too but I'll be back soon!

Great service, super friendly, awesome food, dietary friendly. It was wonderful for my sister to be able to eat somewhere with me That suited our dietary needs.

Gluten free vegan everything?! Whaaaat! Awesome coffee options. Small. Some seating. Limited street parking. Do come visit.

I can't even tell you the amount of times I've walked to Phattie's for their delightful coffee and gluten free treats! The ambiance is next level -- think pink! The service is always good -- just a bunch of kindhearted individuals working the counter. I wish there was a Phattie's in Seattle!

What a cutie little bake shop in Point Loma! I rarely explore this area outside of Liberty Station so I was pleasantly surprised when I tried this place. I easily found street parking but I can imagine it will be tough sometimes. The bakery is small but the staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable (big shout out to JoSalle!). They offered samples of their baked goods (LOVED the strawberry shortcake donut) and great coffee recommendations. I also highly recommend trying the quiche if you're more of a savory breakfast person it was super tasty. Definitely check this place out, I can't wait to come again and try something new!

Amazing bakery with extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. Highly recommend! Everything I've tried there was delicious. Very safe for celiacs.

Chaga matcha is SO delicious. The chaga changes the color of the matcha a bit which makes it look different from a typical matcha latte but seriously the drink was so delicious. I love it and I'm only upset I didn't come here sooner. I was recommended to try the golden girls turmeric drink w/ almond milk so I tried that the second time and it was good. Creamy, nice spice level and comforting. A good choice for a caffeine free drink. Love that they offer oat, almond, coconut and soy milk as alternatives. We also had the coffee cake and it was very yummy. Moist and tasty. Thought it was nice that they had several different samples out to try before buying. Service is super friendly and helpful. Decor and color scheme is adorable. Will definitely be back and I'd definitely recommend to anyone to try.

So happy to have found Phattie's on a recent trip to SD! I was looking for a place with vegan options for dessert and was so happy to see everything was vegan. I got a birthday cake donut, a big hostess-style cupcake, and an iced Oatmilk latte. All were delicious! The donut was more cake-donut style, but was moist and not too sweet. The cupcake was also rich and moist. And the latte was delish! Also, the person working was so sweet and suggested some other places for me to try in town. The decor was adorable and inviting. Highly recommend Phattie's!

Horrible place. Went here to get some donuts and took like 20 minutes for someone to help us. And on top of all that the donuts were dry and tasted horrible. Would not recommend.

How did I not know about this vegan bakery before?! Glad I found it bc as a lactose intolerant person it's hard to find good dairy free desserts. The owner was awesome and a lot of fun to talk to. Had multiple samplers to try before buying. I ordered the sexy time latte and the churro donut. Both were good, but if you don't like overly sweet items beware these are both sweet, but GOOD. The place is so cute and the decor matches the flavor of the desserts. Definitely coming back to try other yummies.

We have a 5 year old celiac and not unlike other toddlers, she wants sweet stuff with pink, sprinkles, and frosting. Phatties looks like her FANTASY in real life. It's pink all over, full of girly fun, and the desserts aren't super unapproachable for a kid (and adult). We live by Kirari Bakery which we all agree is fantastic, but I asked her which she liked better and she said the red velvet donut here. Julian helped us through all the options because we wanted to buy everything. Red Velvet was our favorite but the breakfast sandwich was also very good (especially the flavor of the aioli and texture of the bagel - 2 year old gobbled this up). Next time I'd like the try the cookies!

The vegan cream cheese frosting on our cake had a strong powdered sugar sweet taste with little tang. Just a heads up. Giving 5 to not mess with their presence.

This place is phenomenal! I typically don't write reviews but this place is worth it. Staff is friendly and the food is delicious. The ambiance is great too! Thank you Julian for making this trip even better!

We were visiting from LA for the weekend and made time to come here twice! Everything is gluten free and delish! They have breakfast items, baked goods and coffee drinks so you have options! The place is ADORABLE! The service is also so friendly and fun!! Will be back we are in SD:)

Holy Smokes it's a Vegan bakery and they got daily delicious bake samples the Blueberry Lemon Loaf is rich and flavorful very tasty This little Bakery is very Cosmopolitan with a Little Rock and Roll thank you for letting us try them samples.

What a magical bake shop oasis! Come here for a delicious coffee drink and INCREDIBLE BAKED GOODS!! Wow, the fact that all of the baked goods were both vegan and gluten free was amazing for our group. But they were beautiful and delicious too. Scones, cookies, cupcakes, and more! The decor is beautiful and so is the vibe of the employees. Special shoutout to Hiro who brightened TWO of our days. We loved it so much the first day that we came back a second day.

Amazing service! Shout out to Julian for being so kind and patient answering all my questions to help make the best choice for my sensitivities. They also make super good pumpkin pie (that is also soy-free for my soy-free friends out there). I'll be back to try the bagels next :)

The Shroomy Shroom Latte at Phatties is by far my new favorite source of caffeine! I love that there is no extra charge for milk substitutions too :) Stopped by this morning before work, and cant close out my day without giving the barista Julian some positive recognition! His friendly personality and service definitely reflects the quality of products this cafe provides. He explained everything and sampled out a couple of beautiful pastries to me. To my surprise, they were even all vegan and gluten free! Im glad I discovered this gem and I'll definitely be back for more!

we loved the cute decor, wonderful service and excellent gluten-free cinammon buns! everything here is gluten free!!!

I had a few desserts from here that were alright, but came to leave a review and noticed the owner berating customers who leave constructive reviews. I choose to spend money at places that have great products and don't suggest people "go to McDonald's instead". Not a good look. I'll be finding another shop to patronize.

Thank you for being gluten free (from the bottom of my heart, or should I say, gut) lol. Sugar cookie reminded me of my childhood trips to the Mexican panaderías. Definitely worth the 5 hour drive. I will make the drive again if you guys ever have macaroons Service was good, ambiance was perfect. Thank you

Brandon is an absolute angel. I was overwhelmed with so many delicious options and Brandon let me try to two donuts and spent time talking me through beverage options and breakfast options. It's fun and pink and the music is great! It helps make you feel awake and happy. The service is 10/10 it's a must go!!!

Amazing vegan coffee shop with the sweetest staff. A little pricey but definitely worth what you're getting!!

4.5 rounded up. Gluten free (and vegan) bakery made delicious cupcakes by order. The website is clear and easy to use when ordering online. In fact, when you call to ask questions (which are answered well!) they TELL you to order online. The shop is small and doesn't have a lot of space to sit in for a long period of time, but I got lucky with street parking right out front on a weekday morning. I picked up cupcakes (with sprinkles!) that I ordered for pick up the day before. I got the chocolate vanilla mix. The frosting was AMAZING for both flavors. The cake was moist but a bit crumbly. The service is impeccable. The OG (horchata latte) was literally the best coffee drink I have had in weeks. Highly recommend. I may go back just for the beverage. Gotta love a dedicated gluten-free spot that tastes good.

I didn't know this place was vegan or gluten free, definitely one of the best G-free and Vegan bakery I've tasted! Love trying new bakeries and this one definitely stands out. Service was great! Cute little shop.

The staff are so friendly and helpful. The coffee and baked goods are delish. I'm not vegan but the baked goods are very tasty. Especially the berry muffin. Cute decor and outdoor seating.

Bad first experience. It seemed like a cute place to try as we were eating next door and got excited to find coffee nearby. We walked in and for a few minutes, we were looking at items in the case since we have never been in before. The woman behind the counter had bad energy and seemed bothered by our presence. My daughter ordered a coffee anyway and it was def not good for the $8 price. The vibes did not match the ambiance.

I went for the first time the other day based on a rec from a friend. I really like the vibe; cozy, but upscale. I wasn't sure what to try (great menu), but Julian gave me some recs and a sample. I think it was coffee cake(?). I got that and really yummy Ube 4 Daze. I kinda destroyed the coffee cake so I just took a photo of my drink. I'll be back to try other things! Thanks, Julian!