The Bread Essentials
The Bread Essentials is a Toronto bakery for coffee and quick stops, with delivery, pickup, takeout, and in-store shopping options.
The Bread Essentials is a certified gluten-free bakery and specialty grocery in Etobicoke, Toronto, offering nut-free baked goods, breads, artisan sourdough, pastries, and bagels. It also carries gluten-free grocery products and offers delivery across the Greater Toronto Area.
“The Bread Essentials is a one-stop shop for gluten-free and nut-free baked goods and grocery items. Everything baked in our bakery is free from preservatives and additives, and we do not use corn or potato starch in our baked goods. We strive to source and promote local products whenever possible while carrying hard-to-find staples. We are especially well known for our sourdough varieties, including rosemary, olive, multigrain, whole-grain, and white.”
The Bread Essentials · August 5, 2026
Gluten-Free at This Place
- Gluten-Free Menu (Labeled)
Based on community reports & Gluten App. Always confirm with staff.
(Last verified: Aug 2026)
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Gluten-Free Menu Highlights
- Bagel
- Cookie
- Croissant
- Muffin
- Sourdough Bread
- Square
- Pot Pie
The Bread Essentials Photos
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Bakery Features & Amenities
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Parking
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Nut Free (Dedicated)
- Vegan Options
* GF Category status and features of each place are based on a combination of reports from users, Flappd, and the business owner (where available). Always confirm with the establishment before visiting.
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