Plantiful Kitchen

I live in Oceanside and decided to cruise to Carlsbad to check out Plantiful Kitchen. I saw the cookies and said, how could I choose just one!? I picked up the chocolate macadamia, double chocolate walnut, and chocolate chip cookie — and wow! They’re grain-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but you’d never know it. They’re so healthy yet absolutely packed with flavor. Each bite was rich, satisfying, and totally guilt-free. DELISH!

I live in Encinitas and was so excited to find out about Plantiful Kitchen in Carlsbad. As someone who loves clean, healthy treats, this place is a dream come true. Believe me—the cookies are absolutely delicious! They taste even better than traditional cookies, and you can really tell how clean and high-quality the ingredients are. I’m always on the lookout for places like this, and Plantiful Kitchen exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be back for more!

I purchased an order online from Plantiful Kitchen, the customer service was great! Super easy to order. I received the artisanal sesame bread and three different donut flavors and the chocolate chip cookies and let me just say WOW this bakery is amazing at what they do! The ingredients are clean and healthy! I love that its gluten free, everything is so soft and fluffy and yummy. My kids loved the donuts too. I will be ordering more and I hope to visit the store front too one day. Thank you (:

Love this place! I’ve been vegan for years now, and I’m so used to only having a couple options to choose from, but everything here is vegan AND gluten free, wow!! I love their bagels, it’s so nice to have a quick breakfast that is delicious and actually satiates me until lunch. Would recommend to anyone with allergies or simply wanting healthier options! Super convenient location too, right by Encinitas which is great for me!

We Normally Purchase Cookies And Treats For Events Because They Are SO Beautiful And Present Really Well For Parties! However, We Wanted To Have Some Bread On Hand And In Storage For Ourselves. This Flutterbread Is Gorgeous, Flavorful And You Would Never Know How Healthy It Is! It’s A Crowd Favorite At Home And Any Gathering. We’re A Huge Fan Of Plantiful Kitchen And Love That’s Is So Close To Oceanside To Pick Up Orders!

The owner deleted my review from her website several times now, even though it was respectful and honest. I’m posting here because people deserve to know how concerns are handled — especially those of us with serious health conditions. I ordered online from Plantiful Kitchen because I have severe food sensitivities and chronic health conditions, and I was drawn to their allergy-conscious marketing. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. The box arrived hot to the touch during a 90+ degree heat wave and was visibly crushed. As someone with medical conditions like histamine intolerance, warm shipping like this makes the product unsafe for me to eat. I reached out respectfully, hoping to work something out — but was met with a dismissive and blame-filled response. I was told I should have contacted them ahead of time to request ice (even though the website clearly says they don’t use ice and no option was presented at checkout). I was denied a refund and told I should have purchased insurance. This was a lot of money wasted, and I still have no food I can safely eat. For a company that claims to serve customers with dietary needs, there was no empathy, no accountability, and no willingness to support someone with a disability. I won’t be ordering again, and I would strongly caution others with chronic illness or food sensitivities.

OMG! Im from out of state, and was visiting family in CA, my sister recommended Plantiful Kitchen, a gluten free & refined sugar free bakery in Carlsbad CA, for me to check out. I decided on their Salted Caramel Pecan Cookie. You would never believe it’s gluten free! If you’re looking for a gluten free sweet treat, you should stop by!

I've had their items sent to me, but I always enjoy taking a journey to their store. It smells so good when I walk in and I inevitably purchase more than what I intended because I love everything that they make. Even my husband, who isn't gluten-free, loves the bread! I'm a fan and loyal customer.

It's really hard to find a place that is gluten free and doesn't use seed oil so I was excited to try it. Everything was really good and didn't taste any different. The man that helped me answered questions and was very nice. It's a small counter you order from so the menu varies but it's cute inside. I will plan ahead next time and pre-order more items. Great find for people that are gluten free. Etc

The owner deleted my review from her website several times now, even though it was respectful and honest. I'm posting here because people deserve to know how concerns are handled -- especially those of us with serious health conditions. I ordered from Plantiful Kitchen because I have severe food sensitivities and chronic health conditions, and I was drawn to their allergy-conscious marketing. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. The box arrived hot to the touch during a 90+ degree heat wave and was visibly crushed. As someone with medical conditions like histamine intolerance, shipping like this makes the product unsafe for me to eat. I reached out respectfully, hoping to work something out -- but was met with a dismissive and blame-filled response. I was told I should have contacted them ahead of time to request ice (even though the website clearly says they don't use ice and no option was presented at checkout). I was denied a refund and told I should have purchased insurance. This was a lot of money wasted, and I still have no food I can safely eat. For a company that claims to serve customers with dietary needs, there was no empathy, no accountability, and no willingness to support someone with a disability. I won't be ordering again, and I would strongly caution others with chronic illness or food sensitivities.

The best healthy donut I have ever had, it was soooo tasty lots of flavors, chocolate quality very high and sooooo most. I hope you can open more often. good job

I went looking for a bakery that offered some GF and potential sugar free bakery items since my husband is diabetic. While Plantiful Kitchen isn't sugar free, they do use coconut sugar instead. I still don't know if it's a good sugar option for him, BUT for me, I'm going to say yes with the excuse that the chocolate hazelnut truffles are one of the best things I've ever had. It's even more enjoyable knowing that the ingredients are so well thought out. Truly, if you come here get at least four of these Will definitely definitely coming back for more of these!!!

Where to even start with this bakery! Wow, I had Barbara cater the desserts for my wedding and I am so thankful I did! I wanted gf, vegan, no processed sugar, and no refined oils in my desserts - that still tasted amazing. And Plantiful Kitchen deliver! Barbara was so kind and helpful with planning out my desserts, we even had a fun tasting with my family and maid of honor. She made the process so easy and exciting - and was always for responsive. She provided donuts, cookies, the cutest mini cheese cakes, and truffles. And every single one was delicious! The desserts were a highlight of the wedding, my guests couldn't stop talking about them that evening - and to this day they keep saying they were the best desserts they have ever had. Highly recommend Plantiful Kitchen if you are in need of healthy desserts, or just want to stop by to pick up some treats! Thanks Barbara!

Super soft and yummy gluten free vegan breads. The walnut bread and everything bagels are my absolute favorite! Awesome ingredients that make you feel good about eating it!

I would give this bakery eight stars instead of a mere five. Their vegan, gluten-free, and no refined sugar products are top notch. It is in a small place on Palmer that was the birth of now popular Prager Bros bakery. Does Plantiful Kitchen have the same fate? I hope so. The bread is gluten free and more delicious than Prager Bros and dare I say my favorite place for paleo/gluten free breads -- Nectarine Grove? And just looking at the photos too, the breads do not look like your usual GF and vegan breads. When toasted, the bread forms a nice crunchy crust and the interior is so soft and fluffy. Plantiful Kitchen's front store is pretty tiny. The bakery in the back looks like a big production. Upon walking to the front display of their goods, I just got overwhelmed at how appetizing everything looked that I kept just pointing at things I wanted to purchase. Even the lady that helped me asked if I wanted to know what the different flavors of cookies were and I told her: " No need, I'll take one of each" I wish I bought two of each haha. . . Nectarine Grove is good but I think what Plantiful Kitchen has is that because it is still small, it can focus on providing much better quality GF/paleo bread than Nectarine Grove. Plantiful Kitchen has limited hours and the fact it's not as convenient for me as heading to Nectarine Grove, I really need to plan out my next visit.

Went here after seeing the amazing reviews and pics on yelp. I was expecting a cafe or something but it was just a Tiny grab and go spot in an industrial area. I grabbed 4 donuts to try with a. Friend who I was visiting who I knew liked vegan gluten free pastries. The donuts were Very expensive, 4 donuts for $23. They weren't mind knowingly good they had a different texture and moisture. I probably won't be a unfortunately. They were pretty but not as tasty as they looked.

Stale bread and I got a stomachache...my honest belief is the ingredients used are NOT really made in house (although they claim to be) & they're from an out of house distributor so maybe theres no quality control when they receive their shipments? I really wanted to like this place but MY MOM'S CHEESECAKE HAD FROSTBITE! The dishonest manager/owner or whoever it was insisted that the cheesecake was made fresh that morning but that was obviously NOT TRUE!!! I genuinely think they keep their desserts in the freezers for months and try to pass them off as "fresh"...... Anyways, I think this place has 5 stars not because they are the best but because there are not many vegan options in the area so their sub par ness is overlooked. Take what ya want from this review and leave the rest but hopefully this might help a few people save themselves from wasting their plantiful time

Plentiful Kitchen is a delightful little vegan shop and bakery at the Carlsbad Gateway center. Barbara bakes her own bread and various other amazing vegan pastries in her kitchen plus has an amazing selection of local and global artisan products (ranging from soup broths to vegan cheese) in the shop. Her vegan donuts are such a runaway hit that they get sold out super quick !!

Came to try the amazing deserts- we ordered a bit of everything but really their cheesecake in a cup and cheese stick pops are what it's all about. They also sell a few other vegan friendly items in their shop such as cheese. We had a issue with one of the cheese sauces and after contacting the owner, she fixed it right away. Hope to return to try some other tasty cheesecakes!

I've been ordering bread from Plantiful Kitchen for almost a year now. This is the first time I've been able to find a gluten free vegan bread that is absolutely delicious. They're shipping is quick and consistent (for nationwide ships Monday). I am definitely a lifelong customer. I'm looking forward to visiting their shop in person sometime soon!

Barbara and her staff came through huge. They created a masterpiece of a cake for a dual birthday party. The fact that the cake was both diary and gluten free and had no refined sugars and tasted moist and delicious is outstanding. The guests and especially the kids loved it. Barbara went above and beyond adding strawberries and blue spirulina for the Frozen theme look. Thank u again.

Best gluten free bread I have found anywhere. Unlike most others it tastes like bread, not like sawdust. And their Nutella alternative which is made without plam oil is another favorite. Wish their bagels were bigger though.

I've been seeing this company all over Instagram and finally decided to place an order for bread. I had been a little leery because I've ordered from these so called "healthy" companies before and it always somehow managed to not only have a funny aftertaste but was extremely dense as well. WOW is all I can say about Plantiful Kitchen!! My order arrived in a box that was packed with extreme care. I was so excited to cut a slice and put it in the toaster. Yummy especially with melted vegan butter, I have decided that I will always have a loaf or two in my freezer!

What great tasting bread. Had the everything season loaf super moist and tasty! Will go back for more. Surprised selection of desserts. Great place to pcikip donuts and cookies for anyone wanting gluten free

Amazing gluten free and vegan options! The donuts are amazing and a crowd favorite. Everyone is super nice.

I found Plantiful via Instagram. When I found out they ship, I was all in! All of their products did NOT disappoint. The breads are absolutely delicious. Incredibly moist. You can eat this bread not toasted which is a rarity for gluten free bread. The cookies are ridiculously amazing! Since we live in Oregon I ordered a bunch of everything! It freezes beautifully! Also Barbara included a sweet note! As being a small business owner myself those thoughtful touches mean everything! Thank you!

Amazing vegan cake! I wanted to find a healthier option for my one year olds birthday. I ended up getting the 3 layer chocolate cake. I like the fact they do not use processed sugar and the cake is also gluten free and vegan. It was delicious and beautifully decorated. This will be our new go to bakery. Thank you so much Barbara for accommodating us, we really appreciate it.

Plantiful Kitchen has become our go-to bakery for ordering sweet treats for all our celebrations and special occasions. Everything we have tasted from Plantiful Kitchen has been delicious and beautiful, and the chocolate cake we ordered for my husband's birthday was decadent and divine! I also purchase the gluten-free breads for my dear family members and friends who are celiac, and oh my goodness it is such yummy bread! I am so grateful that this bakery exists--truly a gift in my life!

The keto bread from Plantiful Kitchen is amazing. As a celiac/diabetic who loved bread, it is a miracle to be able to enjoy fresh bread again. It is soooo delicious and fits all of my dietary restrictions. It stays fresh in the refrigerator for over a week, even after slicing. Toasted and buttered, and I am in heaven. This humble product has truly improved my quality of life.

Fam was craving donuts and were vegan so we searched and found this place. Interesting flavor options, but it didn't remind me of donuts, nor did it fix our craving. 3 stars for supporting vegan entrepreneurs.

Took my 3 year old here for a healthy snack and was not disappointed. She absolutely loved her donut and I loved feeding her a healthy version of one of her favorite foods. Definitely will be back, love this place!

This place is the BOMB! I would give this place ten stars if I could. They have so many cool unique items, incredible handmade donuts (seriously, to die for), an assortment of vegan cheeses and snacks from brands I have never heard of. I love supporting small businesses with a ton of heart too. Super friendly and caring staff. It's a hidden gem of San Diego!

This is an amazing little find! Boutique plant based gems like baked goods and the best vegan cheese selection in north county. The breads are GF and taster like....bread! But the GF cookies are my favorite. The perfect snack. And the cheeses. I'll be back soon

The best desserts ever! I was looking for Vegan desserts and came across this amazing little shop in Carlsbad. I have ordered Thanksgiving cakes, birthday cakes as well as any occasion cakes. Any excuse to eat these delicious little pieces of art

Plantiful Kitchen's clean ingredient gluten free breads are delicious! I've been eating it for years and cannot go without! Their customer service and shipping are quick and efficient. I'm so grateful to have a reliable source for my gluten free bread.

I ordered a couple cakes from here because I'm strictly gluten-free. Everything was made very well but I personally wasn't a fan of the flavor. This may be due to the vegan aspect lacking in milk chocolate, but I tasted a lot more bitterness, like dark chocolate. It also wasn't as sweet as I was hoping, though this may be their style and recipe. I don't think the cakes were bad, I just think they were not to my more traditional tastes.

I live in NYC and order from Plantiful bc it's that good. Try the everything artisanal bread & peanut butter salt cookies. You will not be disappointed.

Love everything about this bakery. Great selection of vegan gluten free and sugar free desserts! And sesame bread is a must to try!

I've had a chance to have some of their food and it's incredibly good people are nice and their little pumpkin pie desserts are out of control great I highly recommend them

SOOO good!! The cashier was incredibly nice and informative! Definitely come here when ever you get the chance! The chocolate cookies are delicious

Amazing sweets- cookies, donuts and hazelnut truffles are fantastic. They also make some of the best gluten-free/paleo bread I've ever had! Love that they are using super clean and organic ingredients.

We have 3 words for you: YUM YUM YUM!!! What an incredible business on every level. Fabulously delicious items, great service and they really care about making healthy items that people with even severe allergies can eat. We are over the moon happy with our very first order. And yes, it's worth every penny. Thank you Barbara and all of you at Plantiful Kitchen. We really appreciate you!

I contacted Plentiful while looking for someone to deliver treats for my mom's 80th birthday. Because of COVID, I could not be w her. Karen, the owner, was extremely receptive and helpful. My mom received a beautiful and healthy assortment of lovely vegan treats. This is a review within a review. Here's what my mom said. "Today's was outstanding. Not too sweet and very flavorful. I loved the texture too. Yesterday's treat was very creamy with the layer below. So far, the cookie is my favorite. I still have 3 more days!! ". I definitely recommend!!

Best vegan desserts of all time!! Try all the different flavors of vegan cheesecake, you will not be disappointed

All the good gluten free and vegan items in one place! The cheesecakes are amazing! Vegan eaters or not will all love them. The bread is fresh and soft. Such a large selection of artisan vegan cheese. Cannot find a better selection anywhere else.

The most amazing gluten free and vegan treats. Barbara is the best and always accommodating. Even if you're not gf or vegan I promise you will enjoy !

Amazing cake, donuts, cookies, tiramisu! Kind, professional staff, too! Can't wait to go back for "snickers" and more!

It is so difficult to find a bakery that satisfies my entire family's diet needs. I am vegan and my parents are gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free. Plantiful Kitchen makes holidays and special celebrations so easy!! I picked up truffles for Mother's Day and a variety of donuts as well as the "Snickers" bars for Father's Day. Every treat was a hit with the family. They couldn't believe the donuts were Gluten Free and neither could my boyfriend who is not a fan of anything Gluten Free.

WOW! What a terrific experience. I was looking for treats for a pre-diabetic and found the most delicious, mouth-watering chocolate treats at Plantiful Kitchen. Couldn't believe that something so delicious would be available for someone with a pre-diabetic condition. It's my new go-to bakery! Loved it!!!

We found Plantiful Kitchen through the farmer's market and have been able to safely purchase items since the pandemic started. Being able to message and pickup our orders has been a huge help because our household has high risk and kids, so we've avoided all grocery stores, we are so thankful to our local small businesses that are keeping us fed and healthy! Plantiful Kitchen also carries items from other vegan brands, like Santoshan broth and Nomad cheese, as well as skin care products and snacks. Definitely the best vegan cheesecake, and the new donuts are amazing! Barbara is so nice and welcoming, we miss seeing her at the farmer's market! And thanks to her Instagram stories, we've found other small businesses to support and great new recipes to try.

This is the only bread that I can find that follows my doctors strict requirements of no gluten, no soy, no sugar. The sesame bread is surprisingly delicious given no gluten or sugar. Tastes like "real bread". Easy to pull out of the freezer and toast. Now I can have avocado toast again and still be gluten and dairy free.

Picked up their little pot of Key Lime Cheezcake from Ocean Beach People's deli case last night as a special treat. And it was! Super yummy, creamy with a crunch base. Wish I bought two. Will be a perfect gift for friends.

This place is amazing and I'm not even vegan or a gluten-free person! My wife is both of these and we ordered one of their cakes for our wedding and it was SO GOOD! Everyone loved it! Their bread is also very tasty! Thanks so much for making our day that much more special!

This place is such a hidden gem! If you want a local vegan store, this is it! DONT FORGET house made vegan sweet treats and GLUTEN FREE FRESH BREAD! I'm obsessed.