Ali's marketplace is literally an oasis of gluten free goodness in a world where cross contamination is an ever present point of anxiety. I love that for once I can go into a market and feel like a normal person. Literally everything is gluten free... so, though i still do, you don't even have to check the labels *cue gasping and fainting.*
The staff is super nice, helpful and patient ( especially when you get overwhelmed at the bakery counter on your first or second trip to the marketplace). I usually stop here for lunch on saturdays when I am free to get the Chipotle chicken sandwich. The bread has a wonderful texture and is very soft while having adequate crunch. The chipotle chicken is actually a bit spicy ( and im a gal who loves her spice) and I would recommend eating it while still warm for best results.
In terms of the bakery counter... you really cant go wrong. Their strawberry shortcake is moist, their pumpkin pie has an addictive crust, their muffins and cookies are also very pleasant. I havent tried their smoothies yet... but I am literally just lying in wait for a spare moment so I can go back to get one. They sound delicious.
Overall, they have a great deli/ bakery counter paired with a large selection of gluten free products. For all my more quirky gluten free needs I go to Ali's first.