Top 50 Gluten-Free American Diners Across North Carolina

Amy P

Holy smokes, Batman! As someone who often struggles to find great food options (especially gluten-free), Irregardless blew me away. Our waitress—whose name I regretfully forgot, and it’s not on my receipt—was phenomenal. I told her I was torn between a few choices, and she confidently recommended the Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich (GF). Honestly? One of the best sandwiches I’ve had in over 12 years. Crispy, flavorful, and totally worth the hype. 🌱 They accommodate a ton of dietary restrictions. 🍽️ Portion sizes? Generous. 🌿 Food? Incredibly fresh and delicious. 🏡 Location? Adorable. 🚗 Parking? A bit tricky, but it’s the only “meh” part. 🪑 Inside? Cozy, charming, and quiet enough to actually enjoy a conversation. If you’re in Raleigh and want something amazing, run—don’t walk—to Irregardless.

Matthew Weld

If you are GF, this is the place; everything is gluten-free. We happened upon the summer menu filled with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend the cheddar biscuits, the beet appetizer, the braised short ribs, finished with the chocolate torte. Unique selection of cocktails, and the wine menu is extensive. My glass of Malbec was very good. Service was attentive, personable, yet not always in your space. Highly recommend!

Kirsten

I was so excited to try Burtons with their huge gluten free menu, but I was really disappointed. I ordered an appetizer of the bread and it was so tough and dry. Still, I was excited for my entree. I ordered a warm lobster roll with fries. The fries were AMAZING. I actually have a hard time finding good GF fries but theirs were fantastic—which is why I gave 2 stars. The lobster was okay but the bun was pretty gross. The whole thing was just dry and not flavorful at all. The service was not good either :( I got 1 refill after eating most of my meal without a drink (except the table water), and we sat there for 30 minutes waiting to pay. Hopefully today was just an off day for them but based on my experience today, I don’t recommend it.

Nicole Reina

Wonderful food with a variety of health-conscious options including gluten free and dairy free, including their desserts. We loved it so much we went back twice in the same day haha. Parking is the only challenge, but the food and very friendly service makes it worth it. Highly recommend!

Lauren Elliott

The best gluten free burger bun I’ve ever had!!! It was a seeded bun so it had great flavor and was soft and didn’t fall apart at all. The gf chicken nuggets were also delicious paired with the cheer wine bbq sauce. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable!!

Bad Birdi

Fantastic gluten free menu! Definitely recommend the hush puppies and Boat Entree's. All dessert is gluten free and they even have gluten free beer which unfortunately wasn't available the day I went, but usually is.

Liz F

Amazing gluten free food and service! We always love the calamari and split the entree.

Angela Gilliam

We've been twice and it is just so good. The gluten-free biscuits. You have to ask yourself if they really are. They are that good.

Melissa Hodgson

Though a little worn (and obviously well patronized), and the outside comes in.... this is a really well designed menu, fabulous staff, and the cheesecake is above the expected. I love how much is gluten free, and no questions asked about the allergy, and that the menu reflects a variety of tastebuds of well researched foodies. These are definitely not the digs of your average pub in a small town. They know their food. I recently brought a group of ladies there, and there was something for everyone. *The Greek Burger needs more sauce, but that's just me. I love Tzatziki sauce. And the Sweet Potato fries are also good with Tzatziki sauce. Thanks to the staff for quick service and accurate drinks (Unsweet tea is a huge deal for those of us with that taste bud). lots of love to Dooley's!

Caroline Gardner

We had reservations so we were seated quickly. We each had a drink which was wonderful. Our server was kind, but we were given takeout boxes for our entrees and the check upon receiving our food without time to enjoy our meal. The gluten free options are limited, and the pasta was a bit of a let down.

Kim Erb

A great experience from start to finish. My cousin has a gluten allergy and our waitress Carly and the manager Ian personally made sure everything was safe for her to eat. We appreciated going above and beyond for that. Try the elote dip!

Ryan McDonald

I love this place. I've been here a few times and I like it more the more I visit. The food options are numerous for me (Gluten allergy) and I'm all about organic foods. They are also very conscious of allergies and accommodate accordingly. The staff is friendly and playful, too! They clearly care about the principles of this place. And atmosphere is nothing special, but gets the job done. 5 stars for sustainability though, with their steel cutlery and plates. Come check it out! Totally worth it.

Kay Somers

Good burgers and fries! The food tasted pretty good, I’d say the prices are a bit outrageous for what it is though.

Anthony Monioudis

Great food for those that need to eat gluten free with a large selection of choices. Ditto for those without gluten free needs. From the GF menu: gluten free bread with three option platter; she crab soup; and fish sandwich (haddock) with fries. From the regular menu: chicken picatta with angel hair pasta.

Andy Smith

Gluten free bun could quite possibly be the best I've had yet. Burgers are amazing. Staff was helpful and careful with my gluten allergy.

Luke Stephens

This is a winner. My better half can't do gluten and just about every dish here had a GF option. The proprietor serves you directly and checks in. Only issue is noise when it is busy.

Philip Martin

Love the food and service. Everything tastes great. They offer every item on the menu gluten free. Some dairy free options.

Jaida Pollock

omg!! the pictures online do this place dirty 😭 i went here for brunch recently and I ordered the porky breakfast bowl. best food ive ever eaten. I have celiac and my waiter made me feel so safe. and the food was delicious. seriously. like oh my god. I had their cinnamon apples as a side and UGHH so good!! I highly recommend this place to any gluten free or celiac ppl in Asheville. :)

Ben Dubiel

Great food and service. Been many times but Cass was awesome today. A bit pricey for breakfast but nice to be able to bring my celiac wife.

Alessia Parker

Love that they have gluten free bun!

Stephen Rampersad

A very cool atmosphere to dine in. The menu options were great. My wife was accommodated well for her gluten allergy, as the menu was detailed and labeled. The food was excellent and came out at a reasonable time.

Krystal Aubry

Really nice outdoor seating space, and the crab cake sandwich I had was fantastic. What I appreciated most is when I had questions about ingredients in some of the dishes, the cook came out and talked to me and made sure I ordered something completely gluten free. We'll be back there again next year!

Alison Salo

A true bright spot for those with Celiac Disease! Food and experience made our trip.

Valerie Kammer

Greg

They have an extensive gluten-free menu. Everything was great and the service was amazing! Very delicious food!!

Chris Kerr

Snooze lives up to its fantastic name and only gets better from there. The atmosphere has a quirky diner vibe, complemented by exceptionally hospitable service. My wife ordered the Denver omelet with hash browns and gluten-free toast, and she devoured nearly all of it—which is a rare feat! I opted for the traditional eggs Benedict with hashbrowns and a side of bacon. I’m not exaggerating when I say this was one of the best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had in my life! The bacon was irresistibly crave-worthy, too. Thank you, Snooze, for an outstanding experience!

vijay kumar

Burger 21 offers a diverse menu with options for various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free. The prices were reasonable, considering the food and service quality. Overall, the dining experience at Burger 21 was exceptional. The welcoming atmosphere, service, and expertly crafted dishes made for an unforgettable evening. Burger 21 is highly recommended for anyone looking for a culinary adventure. Planning a return visit to explore more menu options is already underway.

Helena P

My husband and I had a lovely date night tonight at Glasshalfull! We’ve been here before with friends and enjoyed it, but since we live in Durham, it’s not a restaurant that comes to mind as often. I was looking for a place to have dinner for a little celebration and saw that they had an extensive gluten-free dessert selection :) So we came tonight and plan to definitely keep this on our list of places to go! From the delicious, delicate salads, to the gluten-free crisps (yum!!) that came with the cheese appetizer to the entrees, to the gluten-free desserts, to the wonderful server (India), it was such a great night. I have to say that it was the best brownie that I’ve had in quite a while (GF and otherwise). It was baked in its own ramekin so there were “edges” all the way around and on the bottom - if you are someone who loves the edge pieces of brownies, this is the one for you! Yes, the prices are a little higher, but that’s because they pay a working wage for their staff and so tipping is optional. The tables are nicely spaced so that you’re not right up against others. It was a cool night tonight, so we sat inside, but it looks like they have nice outdoor seating, so I hope we can come sometime and enjoy that :)

Angelica Rodriguez

This place was great! Loved the overall environment and the feel of the restaurant’s look. Not to mention the waiter we had was extremely nice and our food came out awesome and delicious! This place is also very good for those who are celiac with the many delicious options you can have other than salads. Overall, awesome place and would come back again and again.

Andrea James

I try to eat at Sixty Vines every time I visit Nashville, you can never go wrong! Most recently I got a gluten-free pizza and devoured the entire thing!

Abby Wisher

Nice grille downtown. Food is pretty tasty, and many gluten free options

Lael Rudisill

Visited some friends out here who highly recommended this place and they were Right! Amazing food with gluten free options! I haven't had a crab cake in forever due to celiac and theirs were GREAT!! Even had one of the cheese dip appetizers that was gluten free as well! Wife really enjoyed her catch of the day tacos too. Live band was playing and the cool sea air blowing thru the open windows really made for an outstanding evening. Would give 10 stars if possible!!

Fay Russell

Best avocado toast in town! If you’re gluten-free, they have lots to offer! It’s become my favorite little place to go!!

Andrea Armstrong

Easy gluten free ordering with care taken to preserve allergy integrity.

Ann Hughes

I enjoyed a wonderful dinner here with a friend. The gluten-free and vegetarian choices were plentiful, the food and cocktails were great, the wait staff were friendly and just the perfect amount of attentive without hovering. Can't wait to visit again. Perfect place for a fun night out with your women friends or your family.

Samantha Dugger

I love all of the gluten free options and the food is great

itsme again

We love, love, love this restaurant. They have so many gluten-free options. Yay! Outstanding food and service. Thanks for everything, Ely, and hope to see you again soon. ☺️

Ashley Bunce

Wonderful breakfast/brunch spot. Great accommodating gluten allergy.

Kearston Vanderstyne

We were seated quickly and the food came fast too. Michael was very attentive. Our whole party enjoyed our food and experience. I appreciated the gluten friendly menu and both the gf bourbon street pancakes and gf toast were delicious!

ER Godwin

Counter service very good Good hamburgers 🍔! Gluten free bun is very good. The person who took my order was very diligent in getting the order correct!

Michael Ullman

I have to avoid gluten at all costs and this place provided a great selection of safe options. The food is good and the person taking the order was friendly and knowledgeable about the gluten issue and cross contact. Celiac Review

Jawanaka Wilson

Out waitress Emma was great, I have celiac disease and she got me a gf menu and made suggestions but the food and service was great.

Streamlined Weddings

Amazing Gluten Free Experience! Wonderful staff, clean space, and everyone was super friendly!

Shine Family Chiropractic

Awesome friendly service. Great fresh food with gluten free and vegan options. Cool atmosphere by train tracks. Love this spot!

Angela Evans

This truly is one of the best MM around. Perfect every time, wonderful staff, gluten free options.

Angela Russell

Newsflash if you’re gluten intolerant, I do not recommend this restaurant

Dan Jones

Great gluten/dairy free donut!

A Floyd

Nice place all around with friendly employees. Food was very good. Got gluten free ravioli, turkey bacon sub and strawberry cheesecake. It was all tasty. Appreciated sitting in the sunroom area..very nice!

Deborah Jovan Reed

I feel like I lost so many fantastic experiences because I've lived in Winston-Salem 24yrs and only found this place, by chance, today. From the cashier Susan to the Owner/Managers, Sam and Susan, who are visible working alongside their staff, every moment delightful. We couldn't make up our minds and they were patient and always checking to make sure we are fine. Has lots of vegetarian and gluten-free options. I hope to come here more often, will find a reason to be on this side of town. Sorry I missed ten years of fran-freaking-tastic food.

Danielle Martin

Brought a group of friends from out of town (6 of us total). Service wasnt terrible but our server was very absent and had to be flagged down and she seemed not to care or want to be there. 2 people asked for no ice in their water and she said "I'll just do no ice for all 6" when that's not what we wanted. She brought the waters then took 4 peoples cocktail orders and then walked away. We watched our drinks sit at the bar for so long when she was nowhere to be found. Someone else had to bring the other 2 people their cocktails when she finally let them order, someone else also brought our second round of drinks to us instead of her. Please keep in mind it was not busy at all when we went- less than 8 tables of people in the whole place. Our other friends (group of 7) at another table arrived after us, got their food before we were even able to order ours. Our server incorrectly told us there was gluten in the items we wanted to order off of the gluten free menu. I was so excited to share this place with friends and we left very disappointed in the service we received. Our other group of friends received excellent service. Additionally, we had a question as we were leaving about the parking at the designated garage for this area and the hostess said shes new and didn't know but also wouldn't ask anyone standing around up front. There appears to be several people working here that just can't be bothered to do anything more than the absolute bare minimum, even on a slow day. In all of our previous visits service has been a bit lack luster but not this bad and the food has been good but not great enough to justify the poor service