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Panne Rizo
Categories: Food Specialty Food Food Bakeries Restaurants Gluten-Free Specialty Food, Bakeries, Gluten-Free [Edit]
1939 Cornwall AveVancouver, BC V6J 1C8
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
(604) 736-0885
- Hours:
Mon-Sat 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Sun 10 am - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for Panne Rizo
10 reviews in English
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Review from Mrs F.
10/3/2008
We've been here three times within the last year and the sandwiches beat the GF sandwiches I've had in gluten-free eateries in northern California by price and portion.
The full tuna sandwich was only $6.95, compared to one place in Davis that charges $9.95.
Their facilities are completely gluten-free (hence the five stars). We have tried their tollhouse cookies, chocolate chip cookies, and a few other desserts.
I will be back in a month and will make a special trip out here to get some cookies and treats.
Vancouver needs more gluten-free eateries!Listed in: Gluten-free
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Review from Dianne C.
Richmond, BC
2/20/2012 4 photos
I've heard of Panne Rico as I had a girlfriend who was a celiac. But as Im not analphaltic from eating dairy although it does sound like it when I have bronchitis as I'll cough non-stop for 8 hrs, I haven't made my way here. But being inspired to write a blog about fabulous dairy-free alternatives, this seemed like a place worth investigation.
Although I prefer almond milk, they do lattes with rice milk which probably suits more of their clientele who might be allergenic to some form of nuts.
Their baked goods aren't made with wheat but rice flour so usually don't have the same lightness and could possible be more dense, athough I didn't try everything as I can eat wheat.
Chocolate Utopia - dairy free- even sans diary allergy this is a decadent tasting moist brownie with nuts, cranberry and rum and then dipped in chocolate. It was so good I bought one for breakfast another day
Most of their muffins are dairy free. The best which I found was less dense was the carrot which they make with or without cream cheese. It was as delicious as any ones I've tasted with flour. Banana walnut wasn't bad but a little dense, but the flavor was there. White chocolate raspberry was too dense for my liking.
Although it's a tiny cafe they offer a big variery of other baked goods such as cookies, macaroons, pies, scones, daily lunch menu, squares, etc. It was apparent while I was enjoying my dairy-free indulgences, that Panne Rico has an established base of regulars as a continual flow of people came through, many buying 2-3 dozen of their favorite baked goods. They do custom baking and apparently keep a log of customer's allergies for future reference as I overheard the cashier tell a customer that the baker would know what his daughter could have.
Not all goods are dairy free, but they do have a large selection and if you're a celiac well thus is wheat-free heaven. As for me, I'm heading straight for the Chocolate Utopia -
Review from Cynthia F.
Vancouver, BC
10/29/2011
Celiac and gluten-free heaven in Kits!
Yes, EVERYTHING in the store is gluten-free, and a lot is also dairy free.
It may be a chilly autumn day, but when the clouds parted and that beam of sunshine found me sipping tea and enjoying a gluten-free brownie by the window this afternoon, I couldn't resist accompanying it with a scoop of their non-dairy chocolate ice cream. OMG as the young folks today say. It had more taste that an expensive dairy ice cream. To heck with waiting for summer.
Three doctors recently diagnosed hubby as gluten-intolerant, so naturally finding Panne Rizo eased the "can't have" to "Wow - look what I CAN have in this bakery!" Choosing from various pizzas, three daily soups,
veggie filled crepes, to almost every sweet treat you can imagine (cookies, cakes, pies, squares, etc etc etc.) this place is like a dream come true.
Panne Rizo has been there for 13 years, and has the same lady baker since day one. Six months ago new owners Steve and Jim (brothers) arrived on the scene and along with their mom's adding her baking experience they have increased the selection with plans for even more new items. The cupboards are far from bare!
We've pre-ordered a birthday cake for Tuesday. Can't wait to devour it!
Easy to find just off the south side of Burrard Street Bridge, on Cornwall, one block from West 1st Avenue.
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Review from Roanna Z.
Updated - 7/9/2011 3 photos
The little bakery that could.
That could what, you ask? That could bring joy into the lives of gluten and dairy free peep's like me, for one thing. Today I had the very best carrot muffin I've had to date since being on the Celiac diet. Like a slice of real carrot cake it was. And there is also a chocolate one.
I don't know what the rules are that determine what is a muffin and what is a cupcake, and I know I made a promise to myself not to indulge on cupcakes for a while. But when I spotted that beautiful "muffin" -and yes, it did have frosting on it., I lost control of my sensibilities once again. And the best and worst part is that low price. 2.85 --no way!... get outa here!
Their chickpea rolls are still the best, which you can buy fresh or frozen, and now they also have cinnamon rolls and dairy free brownies. I could spend my last dollar in there trying one of everything. Fortunately for me I live on the other side of town.
Addendum: The new bread they have, ("Sunrice") is insanely good. It's not dry, it's moist and springy like 'real' bread, only way more nutritious. Best non gluten, non dairy bread I've had in over 3 years. WOW. the only draw back for me is the price, 6.99 -eek! but a woman's gotta eat.Listed in: Gluten Free/ Dairy free eats., More bag for your grocery…
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9/5/2009
*one million check-in's here* lol. Last updated August 2010.
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Review from Shae B.
6/19/2011
They have lots of variety but most of it is pretty pricey. But I guess that's typical for gluten free stuff. The cookies are often too hard and dry for my liking and don't taste like much except sugar. I do enjoy the butter tarts but not too often since they are sooo sweet. It would be cool if they offered some low-sugar dessert options. I haven't been there in awhile just because I am trying to lay off the sugar so much and other places have less sugary alternatives.
It's a nice place to visit every once and awhile.Comment from steve t. of Panne Rizo 2/22/2012
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Review from Caroline H.
Vancouver, BC
6/22/2011
Fabulous selection of gluten free goodies. Gooey chocolate banana muffins, killer pecan shortbread. Also good selection of gluten free flours, crostini and croutons. They use free range eggs and non-hydronated oils.
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Review from Brooke T.
Vancouver, BC
10/23/2009
Because I have celiac disease, they get five stars for just existing. Not everything is amazing - the muffins are a tad dry, the bread goes moldy thisfast and the pizzas are meh, but the sandwiches, cookies, cherry pie (!!!), tiramisu and cupcakes are so good I don't even try to make this stuff at home. The location makes it perfect for getting lunch to go and then hoofing it down to the beach to find the perfect bench in the shade. Even though the prices are a tad on the high side, how safe I feel eating there makes it completely worth it.
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Review from psylocke r.
Langley, BC
5/19/2011
Located in my favourite Vancouver neighbourhood of Kits, is the dedicated gluten free bakery Panne Rizo. I've been frequenting the place for years since my diagnosis of gluten intolerance, but my visits have been more and more sparse lately(its not exactly close to where I live). I decided it was time I finally write a post about this great bakery. I placed an order with them through their website, which they are currently updating. It seems they are updating quite a bit, as they have changed ownership, done some redecorating, and are introducing some new products..yaay! I went to pick up my order and the owner had some samples for me to try. What a treat! He is looking for ideas for new products, so make sure to email them or message them on facebook if there is something you feel is missing from the gluten free world. They already have a wide range of products from breads, cookies, buns, pies, pizzas, and even mixes. Back when I was first diagnosed, I loved sitting on their patio and enjoying a lovely brie sandwich with their homemade buns. I also remember placing an order with them and having one of the employees personally deliver my order to my home in the boonies. Nice touch. This time around, I ordered a few sweets and a chicken pot pie. It was very tasty, and had just the right pastry for a savoury dish, not too sweet, not too bland. The coconut macaroons, biscotti, and cinnamon dots were delicious and addictive. The bar I sampled which I don't know what to call other than a rocky road bar was simply fantastic. The raspberry white chocolate muffin was good, but I felt it could use more raspberries and chocolate throughout, not just on top of the muffin. The cinnamon bun was also good, but tasted more like a muffin than a traditional cinnamon bun. The tollhouse cookies are my absolute favourite. They melt in your mouth and there's no way you can eat just one! Check out Panne Rizo for some great food, they can meet almost any gluten free need!
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Review from Stephanie B.
Vancouver, BC
11/14/2010
I love this bakery! The only problem is that I've recently kicked the plastic habit and everything here is pre-packaged in plastic. I found the best gluten-free bakery when I went for a weekend trip to Victoria, Origin Bakery, that doesn't wrap their breads, cookies, cakes, etc, so I'm disappointed that I can't find anything like that here in Vancouver. I'll keep looking! Just because I'm gluten-free, doesn't mean I shouldn't have the same freshness and availability that someone who can eat wheat is allowed!
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Review from Rachel H.
Vancouver, BC
3/1/2010
Celiac heaven in Kits... if you have to eat gluten-free, this place is a must visit.
Butter tarts were delish, take-home frozen cinnamon raisin bread was very nice after being toasted and there was a wide selection of other pies, breads and cookies. Cherry pie was nice but the butter tarts were definitely my fave.
Pizza was tasty and wasn't overly dry like most rice crusts but it was a little greasy and there are only 2 types to choose from.
Sandwhich menu looked divine but I haven't tried any of them yet. They have sandwich and soup lunch specials.
NOTE: THEY ARE CLOSED ON MONDAYS.Comment from steve t. of Panne Rizo 2/22/2012
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