Top 20 Gluten-Free Asian Culinary Gems to Explore in San Francisco

Geoff Brown

Best Chow Fun we have found and a good gluten free menu which is not easy to find for a Chinese restaurant.

Jeshka BodyArt

Incredible bowl of noodles! I have a gluten-free diet so it can be hard to find good pho/ramen. And the photo speaks for itself on how much I liked my bowl of rice noodles! Perfectly cooked and seasoned meat, rich broth, and just the right amount. I loved having the extras on the side so that I could personalize the flavoring. As for the atmosphere, I loved the Disco music softly playing but the chairs were a little uncomfortable.

Emily Ou

Food was ok, came out quickly and service was great but it was busy and relatively loud while we were dining. The ramen was the most disappointing to me- noodles seemed borderline overcooked and the broth was just salty but with little actual flavour. I found it to be some of the more blah vegan dishes I’ve had in a while. It was either super spicy or just tasted like rice. The vegan cream cheese seemed a little off to be honest but that’s on me for not saying anything. I will say they’re great at accommodating allergies as I’ve heard they’ve accommodated gluten free + avocado allergy.

Floyd Vaughn

Bessie Carrillo

Mandy Motl

One of my favorite restaurants in SF! So many naturally gluten free options. The catfish, bun cha, and the chow fun are amazing. Highly recommend

Emma C Siegel

Fantastic food and very lively energy! I have celiac disease and I was so excited to find gluten free options here and our server was knowledgeable about allergies. Every dish is made to order so they're able to make customizations based on dietary needs. Cocktails were awesome too. Super excited to have found this spot, looking forward to coming back soon.

Deena Dickey

Mary Maas

THE BEST Ramen I've had! Can't wait to go back and try a different one. I had the signature pork, and the pork belly just melts in your mouth....not the broth!. Delicious! Also HUGE selling point, which brought us there was the Gluten Free Ramen!. My kiddo, who is GF said the noodles were just ok, but the rest of the soup was yummy!. Can't find many GF Ramen places so we will definitely be back! The desserts are fun and tasty as well!

Jack Watters

Called this location because the Mill Valley location’s phone was jot working. The worker was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful with helping us ensure that we wouldn’t run into any celiac- related food issues. Have not gotten food from this location but the MV location is good. Blown away by the service - wish I had gotten the workers name.

Eric

The best non-sauced gluten-free chicken wings I've ever had. SOOOOO crispy, thanks to the cornstarch batter. And the beef and eggplant is also delicious!

Teiana Cataldo

Honestly I’ve loved this place for a long time but had a pretty bad experience last night when my friend and I explicitly asked for gluten free rice noodles (for gluten intolerance) and we were served regular noodles. The waitress also didn’t know what ingredients were in what soups to accommodate for my shellfish allergy and gave me the wrong information. Screwing up an order for customer allergies and intolerances is mindless and dangerous and I’m nervous about coming here again now.

Erin Kennedy

Delicious ramen, cute 2nd story shop. Definitely satisfied my ramen craving! And they even had gluten free noodles

Ann Rhodes

Andrea Schartner

AMAZING sushi! And they have a gluten free menu!

Lior Seidel

Lori Berenberg

They have a great gluten free menu and knowledgeable servers. Get the Onsen mocktail!

Noel Noblett

Lots of gluten free options. Staff were very knowledgeable and Tamari was provided as standard instead of soy sauce. Sushi rolls and nigiri were great! The Giddy Geisha cocktail was impeccable!!!!

Logan Whalen

The BEST breakfast/brunch I have ever had ever! Everything was delicious. The service was incredible. Everyone was so nice. Can’t wait to go back and try more menu items next time. This time we had a Benedict with chicken mango sausage and an omelette that was to die for! And the flight of bacon!!! Soooo good!! The coffee was good! My partner is gluten free and even the gluten free bread was fantastic! Everything! Yum!

Stephen Fang

Strange atmosphere and fairly terrible service overall. A lot of hand holding was needed but eventually things started moving along. Not as gluten friendly as advertised.

Lone Stride

A hidden gem in lower Pacific Heights. Great food, great portions, and great service. Staples like Crab Fried Rice and Pad Thai are excellent, and the menu is loaded with other authentic Thai dishes. Great for gluten free too!

Igor Polishchuk

Tasty food, super friendly and helpful staff. They took exceptional care about my gluten-free needs. The ambiance is not bad, but it is very noisy, as the restaurant is large. They have rooms to accommodate large private parties.

Risa Wood

To say my dinner at State Bird was outstanding does not do the staff, the food, or the service proper justice. I’m gluten intolerant (medical, not a dietary choice). Shawna, our server, and Hattie, the manager for the evening, not only ensured that the entire staff knew of the allergy, but went above and beyond to write out a menu for me, detailing what dishes could and could not be modified as well as what dishes were safe. As a first-time customer here, I could safely make informed decisions even with their dim-sum style of service. The impeccable attention to detail came from all staff members, and I was notified of possible modifications for every dish being brought around. I felt so incredibly comfortable, accommodated for, and taken care of while navigating a serious allergy in this Michelin Star restaurant. Modifications can be a hassle and a half for the kitchen sometimes, especially with such a curated menu, and it felt like the most natural thing in the world here. Our service was smooth and easy, which was a breath of fresh air. The food was spectacular: not only was there a wide variety of safe dishes to choose from, even the dishes that were modified were phenomenal, as if the lack of gluten was never a factor at all. At all. As in, seriously, GET the state bird with provisions and the whole shebang, because even when gluten-free the fried quail is astounding. The pork belly salad was brilliantly balanced, and the ice cream sandwich was an incredible end to our meal. Cleanliness, attention to detail, friendly service, and seamless communication across the board were the cherry on top for this absolutely phenomenal meal. Thank you, State Bird Provisions, for the delicious experience. We’ll certainly be back for more.

Gabe Sulkes

Tasty gluten free Burmese food with a nice ambiance. It’s just overpriced for what it is

Manny

Love the gluten free options here. The food is good and the hot and sour soup is my favorite.

Shelby “Shelolly”

I came here for the gluten free dumplings. I had three orders. They were DELICIOUS. I ordered two more dishes to go to share with a friend I’m meeting up with. Yummmm. Very good. Highly recommend

John Robinson

unify dem

This bbq spot is a gluten-free heaven. The menu is clearly labeled with tons of options, and all but 1 of their sauces is GF. So happy I finally had lunch here! Food: I had the $15 lunch special with 2 meats, miso soup, rice and salad, and added the garlic mushroom for $2-3 extra. The Toro Beef (thinly sliced beef) was great and the spicy sauce was amazing. I wouldn’t order Angus Beef rib (thicker cut) again because no matter how long I cooked it, it was hard to chew. The salad was very fresh and the mushrooms were great. The extra garlic sauce from the mushrooms was perfect for eating with rice. Service: Solid, friendly service that checked up on me frequently. The 2 servers were very smiley and patient in answering my questions. Atmosphere: It was chill during lunchtime and I like that it didn’t get very smoky like some bbq places do. The restaurant and bathroom are both clean. It was a great value and I’ll definitely be back for their lunch special, and meal sets for groups!

Tommy Brands

solid sushi spot! gluten free tamari ✅

Hope Nastri

No frills but great dim sum and wonderful gluten free options

Jonathan Faulk

Seohyeon Park (Roy)

A truly memorable culinary journey at NARA, where the artistry of Chef Danny shines through in every detail. The Hamachi Truffle is the signature dish. Oh my gosh, you have to try this place! They have this incredible fish dish that’s like a cloud of melt-in-your-mouth goodness. It’s infused with this earthy truffle aroma that’s just divine. Apparently, this dish is a result of the Chef’s 30 years of hard work and passion for cooking. They believe in using only the freshest, purest ingredients and then using simple, yet effective techniques to bring out their true flavor. You can really taste the journey and evolution of their skills and vision in every bite. And beyond the signature dish, all their dishes are so precise and fresh. Even their vegetarian and gluten-free options are expertly prepared and just as delicious. The service is attentive but not overbearing, always anticipating your needs. The atmosphere is perfect - both elegant and comfortable. Parking was a breeze, which added to the overall smooth experience. NARA truly embodies the commitment to quality and culinary passion. It’s a place that deserves all the recognition it gets!

Michael and Harly Callier

As loyal patrons of Hinodeya Ramen Bar, we appreciate their commitment to offering high-quality vegan and gluten-free options. While they have various locations in San Francisco, this was our first visit to this particular one. We ordered the Creamy Vegan Ramen, which was beautifully presented, as seen in the photo. The vegetables were exceptionally fresh, the broth had a perfectly balanced consistency, and the crispy kale added a delightful textural contrast. The portion was also quite generous, we were full. Service was great—Bun and the rest of the team were attentive, well mannered and accommodating. The restaurant itself is clean and well-maintained, with the added bonus of outdoor seating for those who prefer dining al fresco. With such consistently excellent food and service, Hinodeya Ramen Bar remains a favorite, and we will definitely return.

Dev Melvin

Dinosaur sandwiches is a small building between the lakeside landing park and the Pilates studio. The spring rolls are gluten free and very good! Very easy to customize. My husband who is not gluten free loved the crispy tofu bahn mi sandwich. I also got the watermelon litchi smoothie and it was delicious!

Natalia Mc

Alan Nguyen

The food here is phenomenal and delicious. Everything from the chicken pho, beef pho, the Bun Cha, Cua Be, rice paper fried rolls (gluten free) is fresh and warming. That said, we would probably go here 10x more often if the experience was not so impacted by the older waiter guy, whose demeanor and responsiveness suggest he may not be well-suited for the pace and demands of front-of-house service (even when not busy). It’s not a matter of rudeness, but more a mismatch of role and ability, which unfortunately affects the overall dining atmosphere.

Ruth Scalf

Sara Ritchie

Alison Quaglia

Everything we ate and drank was amazing here! We had the sake flight, cha ya roll, cha ya rice bowl, eggplant roll, starlight roll and a salad. The cha ya roll was definitely my favorite, the presentation was fantastic and the women who served us were so sweet and knowledgeable! We brought our non-veg gluten free friends and they loved everything too. We will definitely go back next time we’re in town!

Chris Sandridge

Charles Yang

Lynn Sweet

Kaytlyn Lozano

Gluten free options!

Alvin Askew

Edwin Windle

David Rivero

David Levin

The short rib koja, a unique sandwich made from crispy rice as the buns, was one of the best things I've eaten in some time. Many an expletive of excitement was uttered while munching. The meat was moist, tender and flavorful, topped with an excellent slaw. It's easy to taste the quality of ingredients used and expertise of preparation. I'm not being hyperbolic; this is my new favorite food item in all of SF, and it's naturally gluten free which unfortunately I need, so I'm double pysched. Beyond that, service was warm and friendly. I was promptly greeted, and asked to be helped. Though I declined, able to use the self service kiosk, and elderly gentleman behind me was guided through his order as I waited, which I appreciated.

Alice Rhodes

Cheree Climer

George Curlee