Top 50 Gluten-Free American Diners to Explore in California

France Labelle

We had an amazing evening at The Firefly: the food was just amazing and the staff super nice! Thank you for providing a safe gluten free environment. We cannot recommend more this place

Sarah Epps

Camino Alto is a special place. Every ingredient is vibrant. You can taste the care and creativity in every dish. They have really fun wines and the staff are very knowledgeable and warm. The baked goods for breakfast are delicious and every dish for dinner is a great choice. Ideal for vegetarians and gluten-free diners as well as omnivores.

Dominique Martin

I cannot praise them enough!! It is such a relief to know that everything is gluten free but also soooooo delicious!! I love the music and ambiance as well. It is always an amazing meal, even before my gluten issues I would have come here all of the time if I knew. Also... The donut holes will change your life, and the coffee is out of this world! Just try it already lol

James Rodriguez

Great chicken! Gluten free options available! Hella 💣 gluten free beer too..

Rinke van der Gaag

My friend, who is severely celiac, got very sick here. They say all the food is gluten free, but that’s obviously not true. We looked up everything about this restaurant after she got sick and saw the review of some other person on this site who also got sick. They sell a lot of oats, so that’s probably why she got sick. Cross contamination. Watch out!!! For the not celiac’s, the food is good it just isn’t totally gluten free.

carl longstaff

Awesome place to eat first time here in San Francisco, and being a gluten free celiac, they did the best gluten free double burger with lettuce buns I have ever had. Their fryer is also GF and the potatoes are cut on site.

Ashley Clark

If you love fries half as much as I do, this is definitely a place to come! Their loaded/drunk fries with carne asada??? Oh my goodness. The guacamole had just the right amount of spice, the Pico wasn’t too citrusy, the fries are FRESH CUT potatoes, the meat seasoned to perfection. The melted cheese? The aioli on top?…. Like woah, I’m blown away. 10/10 would highly recommend. Also, the street corn was good! Was piping hot! *the drunken fries are gluten free for those that are wondering*

Ana Martin

This restaurant is amazing. We went later in the evening and had dinner. It’s such a cool vibe and the food was amazing. I’m celiac and I let the waiter know. He went over the whole menu and all but 2 items on the dinner menu are gluten free or can be made gluten free. He made notes on everything for my allergy. I would highly recommend you give them a try. The only slight downside is the portion sizes are a little on the smaller side so an appetizer is the way to go.

Shela Mazza

The gluten free and butter free chocolate chip cookie was phenomenal. Hard to find good GF bakery options but this one was great!

Patricia F

Such a tasty cozy brunch spot. We got a spot outside as this place tends to have a long wait time. They provided us blankets as it was chilly day. Make sure to get their biscuit - the gluten was well worth it as I'm a lil intolerant.

Nicki Ohrstrom

The best gluten free choices! The server was so fun & personable!

Raj Singh

Good pizza. Celiac friendly if you let servers know. Family friendly

Kim Simmons

This place is amazing such a treat to have so many options. I had the chicken sandwich is was crispy and the brioche bun was incredible. The absolute best gluten free food I’ve ever had.

Tori Liezen

Great experience all around! Husband has celiac disease so having a dedicated gluten free facility is A DREAM! Biscuits were the highlight. Also had the cinnamon roll and breakfast crepe which were also great! Beautiful and serene atmosphere on the patio. Will be back.

Tammy Marq.

Fantastic gluten free chicken sandwich and a dairy free chocolate shake! Heaven 😊

Celina Rodriguez

I am gluten and dairy free due to really bad allergies. I haven’t had a good pizza in years and for the first time in a long time I was finally able to have pizza today. I ordered the Hawaiian pizza with the gluten free crust and the cashew mozzarella cheese. Omg! It was amazing! Where I live they don’t accommodate people like me with allergies very well because I live in a small town in Northern California. It’s nice coming down here visiting and being able to eat without so many issues.

Kyra

The service was lovely and as someone with coeliac disease, I felt very safe eating here (the server let me know that the original owner’s wife is celiac, and so that made me feel like they would have a good understanding of cross-contamination). The eggs and hashbrowns were just OK and the chicken sausage and the pancake that I had were pretty good.

Sam Richardson

Great experience. Best tomato soup I’ve ever had. Turkey burger is delicious, and I’m not normally a turkey burger fan. Pearson provided great service. Many healthy options on the menu - gluten free, vegan/vegetarian. Pizzas are tasty and salads are creative. Recommend.

Robin K.

Gluten free items on menu. Staff great. Service on the slow side. Staff very good regarding Celiac diet for gluten free items. Presentation nice. Prices are decent. Food was good but ordinary. Casual decor. We enjoyed it. Would go back.

Eglantine Pauvarel

Amazing experience. Food was delicious and service was impeccable. Many glutenfree options.

Sam Boland

Staff was extremely knowledgeable about celiac disease, felt very safe eating here. Great food too!

Deena Dickey

Bailey Hopper

Food is always so good. My recommendation is the Chicken Coupe sandwich- chicken is flavorful and always moist, the coleslaw is crunchy and not heavy. The drinks are great, and the atmosphere is super unique and so fun!

Gary Standke

Went for dinner here after a show at the Honda Center. Lots of seating at 6pm on a Saturday night. Lots of gluten free options. Had the shrimp tacos which were 3 hughe tacos packed with shrimp. Fantastic flavor and all gluten free. Free parking.

Andrea Venezio

Wow! Great time with the grandkids! Service was great! Very patient with teens! Excellent Gluten-Free options. Couldn’t eat the fries but they gave a yummy side salad as a substitute. Parking is difficult because it’s on Pier 39… but worth the trip. It’s Hard Rock… will definitely go again!

Anthony Wright

Su Mac

Linn’s is in beautiful and quaint Cambria, not far from the Hearst Castle. We enjoyed fast and plentiful lunch here. My husband had the fish and chips. It came with a red cabbage and apple slaw that he raved about. I had a Rueben on a gluten free bun with fries—the meat was tender and generously sized. The fries were wide cut, hot, and nicely seasoned. The initial cup of coffee was not fresh, and the server happily made a fresh pot which was rich and tasty. We learned about olallieberries, which is apparently grown locally and up the northwestern coast. Always so much to learn in this beautiful world, and we thank Linn’s for sharing their slice of paradise!

Meredith W

Waffles! OMG! They also have a huckleberry hotcake. The risk of cross contamination is low because all of the hotcakes and waffles ONLY come GF!

Trevor Long

So good and for gluten free - just ask for protein style

Gina Williams

The service was excellent!!

FABIOLA SAJA

Small but characteristic atmosphere, a little slow due to the fact that there is always a lot of people, very good hamburger even gluten-free

Natalie Erickson

I googled gluten-free pastries around me and found that this café had gluten-free/vegan cookies, etc. The girl at the register wasn’t very excited to help me. I have never been there before. I felt rushed to order so I got a couple of items, two cookies, and a scone. Everything I ordered is completely stale and inedible. For being an upscale kind of café I’m deeply disappointed in the value.

Jen Yamtich

Delicious food and a huge menu of Celiac-safe gluten free options.

Hannah Nicole

Amazing gluten free friendly brunch spot. The service is always attentive and friendly and there’s enough outdoor tables that there is usually no wait. It’s a regular spot for us.

Ashley Radzat

Sabrina was kind, informative, and very friendly. The food was the perfect size and the taste was excellent. We had the Korean Noodles with chicken and being somebody that is Gluten free it was amazing to have friend chicken options!!

Rebecca Griggs

Ok, so this was hands down the BEST gluten free bun AND burger combo I have ever had. I'm visiting from FL and staying nearby. When I found hopdaddy I was so excited, they offer all of their burgers on gluten free buns. I ordered the Magic Shroom burger on a gluten free bun. It also has goat cheese which I prefer over regular dairy products. So good!!! I also loved the sweet potato fries, salted perfectly.

Danae Deleon

I liked the food and the staff was very nice and friendly, they seemed like they did want to be there. The food was good, there were many gluten friendly options. I also liked the drink options and flavors. the mimosas say they’re puree but it seemed more like a puree syrup.

Jayson Myst

Found this little cafe on Christmas Eve and we're glad we did. Went for breakfast. The food was very fresh and tasted great. Coffee was also very nice. Plenty of gluten free options so everyone is covered. Service was fast and attentive.

Karen Rodriguez

Being celiac, I blame myself for believing that a Mac and Cheese place that offers a gluten free alternative could be for real. Don’t be fooled by their ‘GF available’ option, either the sauce was made with flour, or they reused the water to boil the pasta, but I had the worst gluten experience of my life. It was way beyond cross contamination. I agree that the food was delicious, but I would not risk it being are celiac or gluten intolerant, I regretted it deeply. The restaurant agreed to reimburse my plate and ‘look at the kitchen footage’… one week later and I am still waiting for the refund and never heard about their conclusion. I would not brand this place GF unless they change to a dedicated kitchen. To end the night on an even lower note, although not the restaurant’s fault, our car got broken into, parked right outside the restaurant.

Beatrice Strayer

Gluten free breakfast options, wonderful experience and service. Monday 7:15am visit. Rush hour noticed 815a . Everyone is having a great time, happy atmosphere 😊

Alma Camera

One of my fav places. Delicious food…..so many incredible gluten free options, lemon cake and gluten free Mac and cheese are dreamy!

Mozz Arella

They have a dedicated gluten free frier and they have gluten free onion rings and gluten free meatloaf. One of my favorites is their gluten free banana bread. I come here often. This is for me, comfort food. I love this restaurant it is one of the only places a person who has celiac disease can go to and also order desert and coffee at the end of a meal rather than just watching everyone else enjoy. I usually sit outside on the porch with my dog. Sometimes we just come in and get frozen latkes and meatloaf from the freezer I feel at home here and kind of has the feels like I'm raiding my mom's kitchen to take food home ...lol.

Marci Anderson

OMG! DELICIOUS!! We ordered different things so we could taste it all! Cornbread…are you kidding me? Shrimp and grits…so deliciously creamy. Oxtail tacos…flavor burst! Fried green tomatoes…so good! Mac and cheese…so cheesy! Here’s the kicker…it’s GLUTEN FREE!! Are you kidding me?! We will be back very soon!! The staff and owner are so kind and gracious! So sweet and attentive! Oh wait….gotta go…my gluten free peach cobbler is coming!! Trust me….eat here!!!

Nicole Johnson

Great food! Easily accommodates a gluten allergy.

Erin Pellot

Items marked gf on the menu fried in shared friers hence not gluten free. Terrible customer service by a woman at the register.

Jake Cal

Absolutely top tier gluten free breakfast burritos. The Mediterranean flavors of the Hiho wrap were awesome and everything was super fresh and well made. Pretty much everything can be made GF here so I highly recommend for anyone with celiacs.

Paul Morris

Swingers in Hollywood isn’t just a diner—it’s a slice of LA history with a side of sass and really good fries. This place has been serving up late-night eats and early-morning recoveries since the days when indie bands and studio execs shared booths. It’s got that lived-in cool without ever trying too hard: checkerboard floors, jukebox charm, and the low hum of a city that never quite sleeps. The food? Way above the curve for diner fare. Think golden pancakes with just the right chew, fresh arugula tucked into a breakfast burrito, wild-caught tuna melts that taste like someone in the kitchen actually cares. Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, or just hungover and looking for comfort, they’ve got something legit—and made with better ingredients than you’d expect at 2am on Sunset. What really pulls it all together is the staff. Engaged, sharp, always game for a little banter if you are, or just genuinely attentive if you’re flying solo. They know their regulars, but they’re just as warm to first-timers. Swingers is the kind of place that keeps its edge without losing its heart. A diner that feels like home—if your home had really good huevos rancheros and cooler people hanging around.

Brenda Flynt

Edward Hoefler

Always great food. Im.gluten free and there's a lot of great options for me

Holly Thompson

We ate here safely with Gluten Allergies. GF buns are better than usual and the fries are great.