Top 7 Gluten-Free American Diners to Enjoy in Northridge, Los Angeles

Debbe Z.

The food is expensive, they do have bottomless fries, chips with your meal. Very noisy, busy, people bring kids and families. The wait staff are nice and helpful. The dinning areas need upgrades. The place is looking a bit worn down. I am gluten free, they make separate fries and have gluten free buns but we pay extra. I got the turkey burger, very good, their signature sauce is a bit spicy but good. They give plenty of dipping sauces. They clean the tables pretty well.

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I really don’t think I’ve ever left a review for a restaurant BUT I knew I had to after eating here with Danielle as our server about a week ago. She was so incredibly kind and helpful throughout our dinner, I hate to be dramatic, but, it felt like (as a college student away from home) I was with family. She was so busy, yet helped guide us through not only the regular menu but the gluten allergy menu as well, listing all her favorites from both while asking us our preferences. She made sure we left with a “get home safe” and re-heating instructions for our leftovers because she said she’d hope someone would do it for her kids when they’re away from her. The food was great, she helped two of us find gluten free beer (man, I miss beer), AND she even helped us all enjoy our meal the next day when we knew to heat the oven (NOT THE AIRFRYER!) a specific way so that both the regular and gluten free buns from our different meals would heat nicely without getting weirdly dry (like all gf bread does with too much heat). Also, as someone with a gluten allergy, she killed it in communicating with the chefs, because I didn’t get even a little bit glutened… YAY! I wish I had gotten to speak to Danielle’s manager— or anyone honestly— about what a great server she was because they need to know how freakin LUCKY they are to have her as an employee!!! She remains so deeply kind and human in a job that sometimes makes that hard (if you’ve ever worked food service… you know what I’m talking about lol). In conclusion, and from a poor college girl with dietary restrictions who really enjoyed my fancy night out on the town just a little more because of her, please give this woman a raise and let her know I— and my friends— really appreciated her.

Kathy Garcia

Thank you Finneys for having a gluten free burger bun and pizza! For those who are gluten free, I highly recommend the pizza and burger! They’re satisfying and delicious! If you’re thirsty, try the Guava Margarita!

Larissa M

I hadn’t been to Islands in years, so it was time to come back. I knew this location is particularly busy on weekends, so I came during the week, and there was no wait. Our server, Aaron, was the highlight of our visit. He was very friendly. I ordered the Hula Burger ($17.99) and substituted the Swiss cheese for cheddar. All my friends had a side of fries with their meals, and I’m not sure what was wrong with mine, but they were incredibly salty. I even had the others try them to make sure I wasn’t overthinking it before I said something. They all agreed they tasted off and didn’t match the flavor of theirs. I told Aaron, and they made me a fresh set of fries, which were 1000% better. I don’t often drink alcohol, but it seems like a lot of people come here for the cocktails. They looked super cute! I’m sure they can make a mocktail if you ask. *all burgers you can choose a white or wheat bun *you can upgrade any burger to a gluten bun

Marla Wsiaki

The food here is absolutely delicious. The salads are always fresh. The chicken cub wad amazing. Tried their gluten free bread and it was very good. Wouldn't have known the difference if I didn't know.

Jade Marin

I have dined at Emle’s many times and this most recent time the food was average at best. I’m not sure if they were short staffed but after 20 minutes I had to waive down a gentleman so we could get tableware and order. I was happy to have found a great breakfast place in Northridge with gluten free options but after last time I’m not sure if I will be returning.

Darlene Courtois