I visit Dempsey Bakery whenever visiting my daughter. The hot milk cake is to die for. Everything is baked in a totally gluten free environment. Daily lunch specials. Like everything about it.

Imagine walking into a full service bakery lined with dozens of breads, baked goods and a deli. Now, realize that nothing is off limits for your gluten free needs and sample every item, and chat excitedly with the owner, and enjoy the clean, spacious, lovely sit-down area while eating a grilled cheese and reuben on RYE from the deli! Your non gluten free spouse could care less and like many of the other patrons enjoys the baked goods because they are just so scrumptious. Walk out with a bag full of bread and baguettes for home. Do not miss this place if you are in Little Rock. Thanks Paula, for your wonderful place.

Dempsey Bakery is a COMPLETELY Gluten-Free, Soy-Free and Nut-Free establishment. Those who suffer from allergies or Celiac Disease can walk in and order anything off the menu without fear of cross contamination. In addition, they have Dairy-Free and Egg-Free items. The location has a clean, fresh feel. I love the red and white decor, with large black and white photographs. It has a retro ambience with a completely up-to-date menu, catering to very real nutritional needs. Each member of the staff was friendly and chock-full of information in regards to ingredients and preparation. There are samples of everything! I can think of so many gluten-free foods that I have purchased over the years and ultimately I was disappointed in either the taste or texture. I loved the reassurance that I would enjoy my order. What a smart marketing tool. Dempsey Bakery is confident that if you try it, you will buy it. And right they are! For lunch I enjoyed the lunch combo of soup and a sandwich. During my visit, the daily special was Baked Potato Soup and a Roasted Vegetable Sandwich. Their menu (which can be viewed on their website) gives a schedule of sandwiches. While I ate, I enjoyed the stacks of reading materials for customers to enjoy: Gluten-Free cookbooks and magazines. I did not go home empty handed! I treated my family to a wide sampling of breads, cookies and cakes. While everything was delicious, the favorites included: Chocolate Cloud Cookies and Snicker doodles - their cookies are soft, chewy and generous in size. The breads are to-die-for, especially the baguettes. While I thoroughly enjoyed my cupcake on site, the Chocolate Drizzle Cream Cheese Cake that I brought home was amazing. You can also purchase unbaked cookie dough, and make warm fresh cookies right in your own home. The prices were very fair. I believe that their charges would be similar to a “regular” bakery, or slightly higher, but considering the special, expensive ingredients, they were certainly on par with the Gluten-Free items that can be purchased in a grocery store. I am more than happy to see my dollars spent on a family establishment that provides excellent service, great food and a wealth of information. I urge you to check out this gem. Even if you don't have ANY food issues, it is just so nice to eat in a facility that prepares their own, fresh food without any preservatives. You will not be disappointed in the friendly staff, nor the delightful menu. I guarantee that Dempsey Bakery will be on my Must-Do list each time I find myself back in Little Rock.