Top 5 Gluten-Free American Diners to Experience in Bloomington
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Based on 108 recommendations
Last updated: July 2, 2025
Malibu Grill
106 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA
Accommodating Gluten-Free
Wine BarGrillSeafoodCocktailsAmericanKid FriendlyOpen Late NightBeerCiderLunchDinnerBrunchDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingRestaurant
With a cozy, dim ambiance perfect for catching up with friends, this spot impresses with delicious dishes and plenty of choices for all diets.
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Beth Smith
We recently had a great group dinner at Malibu. Excellent experience and fantastic food. I had the Hawaiian Ribeye, my spouse had the salmon- both delectable! Everybody in our group was happy with their choices.
Our server, Maddie S. was phenomenal! She served our large table (and many others!) with a smile! Most impressively, was her ability to get our complex orders right with the several modifications we seemed to make in our big group.
If Malibu could make any menu updates:
I would love to see a few more gluten free options on the menu, as well as some non-alcoholic spirits/mocktails. Thanks!
Ordering is a breeze with allergen selections and tasty options, making it a must-try for anyone with dietary needs.
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Antonella DeCicci
If you have allergies, do not eat here!! I've lived in many places and I've always trusted Red Robin for my allergy safety. In the past two weeks, this location has messed up my order twice in ways that have cast serious doubt upon their allergy protocols. Once I flagged my meal for a gluten allergy and it came out with croutons; the second time I received a delivery order with a side that I had not ordered, and which also contained gluten, despite my having flagged again a gluten allergy.
What is most concerning about these instances is that they indicate a lack of training on the part of the kitchen. It's great that they have everything labeled, and that they have the allergy marker -- they really do go further than nearly every other burger spot. But if a line cook is making a burger with a gluten free bun and then puts gluten croutons in the same container, that indicates a lack of education & protocol around food safety. To make matters worse (and what prompted me to write this review), both times, when I contacted the store about solutions (either a refund or remaking the meal, both reasonable), the managers got defensive about their allergy protocols, were not understanding/empathetic about the risk & situation, and made no effort to reassure me that it was a big deal / would not happen again.
Charming spot with festive decor and an impressive menu; the burgers here are a must-try for an unforgettable experience!
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Diane Ford
I highly recommend this place. It was my first time in Bloomington, Indiana, and this was my first stop. As someone with a gluten allergy, it was great to see the menu clearly listing allergens. The burger I had was hands down the best burger I've ever had. The restaurant had a charming atmosphere, especially with its holiday decorations. I will definitely be coming back soon!