Whether you’ve chosen to go gluten-free to be a little healthier, or if you’ve been diagnosed with an allergy or Celiac disease, there are amazing restaurants in America with iconic cuisines that not only have great gluten-free items they’ve mastered them. Authentic Italian, real deep dish pizza, fried seafood—these favorites are made without wheat flour or gluten-containing products. After scouring the map, these are the best gluten-free eats in the United States. Remember to always let the restaurant staff know if you have an allergy.
Senza Gluten - New York, New York
Senza Gluten in New York allows glutenless diners to love Italian food again. While they have expected finds like pizza, an incredible lasagna, a wide variation of pasta, and classic desserts like tiramisu can once again touch your lips. The ambiance is lovely, and many who don’t even eat strictly GF find themselves dining at this fine New York establishment.
Wheat’s End Cafe - Chicago, Illinois
Gobble pancakes, biscuits, chicken, and waffles—all the “no-no” foods—without worry at the appropriately named Wheat’s End Cafe. Brunch is back for gluten-free and Celiac foodies because the place is entirely GF. Your breakfast cravings can be sufficed with cinnamon rolls, biscuits and gravy, and more expected gluten-free options like omelets. The Chicago-located daytime eatery can also accommodate other allergies.
Posana Restaurant - Asheville, North Carolina
Known for its contemporary American cuisine, Posana Restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Asheville on Historic Pack Square. It has a welcoming main dining room and patio, a seasonal cocktail menu, and an award-winning wine cellar. With its farm-to-table seasonal menu, the restaurant is celiac-friendly, offering guests the same dining experience with safe gluten-free food service.
Zest Kitchen & Bar - Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City has a decent amount of gluten-free restaurants, but Zest Kitchen and Bar is GF and plant-based. Almost everything is organic as well. Everything has a healthy twist: nachos with cashew ginger sour cream to hazelnut chickpea pancakes during brunch. But what makes Zest a little edgier is its refined bar scene with music and crazy creative cocktails with exciting ingredients—all-natural.
Just BE Kitchen - Denver, Colorado
Just BE Kitchen is a cheery breakfast, lunch, and dinner spot in Colorado that serves gluten-free American fare. As seen on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, they are committed to offering comfort food from a conscious kitchen. The all-day menu includes favorites like burritos, pancakes, burgers, desserts, and cocktails.
Georgie's Diner - West Haven, Connecticut
Built-in 1956 in New Rochelle, New York, Georgie’s Diner was moved to West Haven in 1967. A neighborhood favorite, it features diner decor like neon accents and red-and-white booths. Food is made from scratch, milling their flours, grinding their own meat, and pressing their juice. Pull up a seat at the counter and pick from their extensive menu, with dishes like prime short rib, New Orleans gumbo, chicken park, signature sandwiches, and fries all available gluten-free. Don’t leave without sampling a slice of gluten-free cake.
Risotteria Melotti NYC - New York, New York
If you’re craving delicious Italian cuisine, head to Risotteria Melotti, NYC. The 100% gluten-free menu includes inventive risotto dishes, including fresh ingredients like black truffle sauce, pancetta, Wild Boar Ragu, and Padano DOP and stracchino cheese. Pair it with homemade burrata cheese, smoked-salmon carpaccio, and rice bruschetta bread, or save room for rice flour Nutella crepes, rice sponge cake tiramisu, or rice flour profiteroles pastries.
Rise Bakery - Washington, D.C.
While technically not a restaurant, Rise Bakery specializes in delicious gluten-free cakes, breads and other sweet treats. You’re spoiled for choice, from the vegan double chocolate cupcakes and brioche loaf to the buttermilk biscuits and range of gluten-free bagels. Don’t forget to top off your meal with a gluten-free Nutella brownie, cinnamon roll, banana nut bread, or apple pie.
Joe’s Steaks and Soda Shop - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Philly cheesesteak has broken beyond its city, becoming an American classic. But there’s nowhere like Philadelphia to get one, especially at Joe’s Steaks and Soda Shop, which has both a Fishtown and Torresdale location. Hot sausage, chicken, and, no doubt, the cheesesteak can all be served atop a soft gluten-free roll. So everyone can enjoy one of the top cheesesteaks in the nation. Don’t forget to try one of the dreamy milkshakes.
Pingala Cafe - Burlington, Vermont
Pingala Cafe is an entirely vegan cafe in Burlington, Vermont. The menu is 100% plant-based and includes various gluten-free alternatives. Along with fresh produce, they offer food truck-inspired cuisine, including burgers, vegan dogs, and smoothies. They were once featured on the tv show Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
Capitol Cider - Seattle, Washington
Capitol Cider is Seattle’s first cider bar, set in the bustling Pike/Pine corridor of Capitol Hill. Its modern pub fare is made in a 100% gluten-free and nut-free kitchen during its long list of signature cocktails and ciders from across the globe. They also have live music and game nights.
Ground Breaker Brewing - Portland, Oregon
One experience celiac sufferers likely miss is a night out drinking and eating at their favorite gastropub. Long for this no more because Ground Breaker Brewing in Portland, Oregon, brews gluten-free beer while whipping up hearty dishes to enjoy alongside. Grass-fed burgers, classic sandwiches like the Cubano, chowder with crostini, and buttermilk fried chicken are some of the pub fare options. Then sip one of the chestnut, lentil, or sorghum-based ales.
Chicago’s Pizza - Chicago, Illinois
Chicago deep-dish pizza is far from the typical thin crusts that gluten-free eaters often have to settle on. And Chicago’s Pizza, with its three locations in the city, didn’t see that as acceptable. They defied deep dish dough-making science and have created a drool-worthy recipe that rivals any in the area. Calzones, pasta, garlic bread, focaccia gourmet sandwiches, fried calamari, and classic desserts can all be ordered gluten-free.
Mason Dixon - Huntsville, Alabama
Alabama isn’t the first place that comes to mind when searching for progressive gluten-free establishments, but Mason Dixon set the pace by being the first in the state. Travel to Huntsville for sandwiches constructed with the most detail possible—meats are cured in-house, and all the fixings like fermented veggies, sweet potato chips, and sauces are crafted on-site, from start to finish. A giant list of bread from traditional white, maple cinnamon raisin, jalapeño cheddar, and southern biscuits give any classic, wheat-filled recipes a run for their money.
