Top 46 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in Carlsbad

Erica

This place is so great, they have gluten free AND vegan donuts (vegan ones I haven’t tried but GF ones are really good) which is really cool and there is a strictly gluten free restaurant a few doors down so if you have that allergy these are great places to check out! I am not sure how the preparation is at the Goods for cross contamination but when I’ve seen them baking them they keep them separate from the other donuts. Some of my favorite donuts ever I have gotten here… a strawberry shortcake one and churro ones, omg so good! Wish I had pictures of those fancy ones but I got the vanilla sprinkles one and it was amazing, the dough is a little dense compared to a normal donut… which is to be expected for gluten free but still delicious! They also have coffee drinks which are great too! Chai tea latte is my favorite

Gary B

The chilequilles had outstanding flavor and freshly made tortilla chips. My wife likes chilequilles, and I don't usually prefer them because I don't like soggy chips... However, these chips seemed fresh and crispy despite being in the green sauce. The Lemon Ricotta pancakes (opted for gluten free) were really good especially for being gluten free! There are so many menu options that sounds so good that we definitely have to come back to try them all. The service is great and fast. We dined on the patio with our fur baby where they provided blankets and heaters so we were very comfortable out there.

Brad Granderson

nice gluten free pancakes and enjoyed the other items as well.

Thomas Kirby

Safe haven for those with a gluten or dairy allergy. Tasty and healthy food as well. I’d recommend to fellow celiacs!

Michele Fleming

Sophie was amazing! Very easily adjusted meals for gluten-free and dairy free accommodations. Food was absolutely delicious!

Tim C

Everything here was amazing! Loved the view! Tons of delicious gluten free options. Coral was a great server! Everything was excellent!

Christopher Numbers

Jaimie Augustine

This is the best Italian bakery outside of Italy. Even my Sicilian boyfriend and his mother approve. Senza glutino (gluten free)? No problem. Monica makes the best gluten free treats as well. All ingredients, even the butter, are imported from Italy and you can taste the difference. Do yourself a favor and stop by to get some pastries, pasta, a sandwich on a fresh baguette or gelato.

Amy Reed

264 Fresco is an absolute gem! We had the pleasure of sitting upstairs on the deck, and the views of the ocean were simply breathtaking. The ambiance was perfect—elegant, bright, and inviting, with a mix of stylish and homey accents that made us feel right at home. The service was impeccable, with the staff being attentive and knowledgeable in gluten free options, making our experience even more special. The food was outstanding! As an Italian restaurant, Fresco 264 truly knows how to deliver. The wood-fired dishes were bursting with flavor! We also had a fantastic selection of appetizers, try the beef carpaccio and the meatballs! The drinks were on point, with a great variety of options to choose from. Whether you're looking for a cozy night out or a special occasion, Fresco 264 is the place to go. A note for families, the deck is always 21+ highly recommend!

T. Ray

Went for dinner and this place was hoppin'. The wait without a reservation is very long, so try to get one. Otherwise, plan to maneuver your way into the open bar seating, which is what we thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant concept is fun and well carried throughout. The food and drinks were awesome and there are plenty of gluten free options. The staff was very helpful to guide us through the menu to avoid any gluten issues.

Jack Dvir

Loved the gluten free avocado toast, acai bowl with fresh blueberries. Great entertainment, games and music on different nights

cindy johnston

very cool hang out for tacos and more. We went there for a late lunch, but the bar and patio seating screams the kind of place you want hang out for a bit. We each had a taco and split a salad. sooo good. certain I'll stop by again before leaving town. Bonus - VERY fresh handmade corn tortillas, and they even took precautions to reduce likelihood of cross contamination for my gluten free meal. super friendly and casual. try it, you won't be sorry.

James Ruth

Don Foley

Daniel Beard

Alice Boren

Elle Borg

I recently planned a bachelorette trip and made a reservation for a sunset dinner at Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining. Unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations, especially given the price point. From the start, communication was a struggle. It took weeks to receive responses from their team, which should have been my first red flag. Despite emailing multiple times about dietary restrictions, our waitress had no record of it. We had gluten-free guests, including the bride, and when she requested a side of fries (as there were no gluten-free starters available), they arrived breaded—with gluten-containing ingredients. A server at a restaurant of this caliber should be aware of allergens and dietary concerns, or at the very least, be willing to check and inform the guest. Beyond that, our waitress seemed irritated by simple requests, which made the experience feel unwelcoming. For the amount of money spent, I expected a higher level of professionalism and attention to detail. While the oceanfront view is beautiful, the poor service and lack of care for dietary needs left us disappointed. I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant for special occasions.

Sharon Pole

We came for Christmas Eve dinner which was a prefix menu. There were several choices per course with gluten free and vegetarian options. The food, drinks, and service were excellent. It's a hotel restaurant that is off the lobby so the ambiance doesn't quite match the quality of everything else but it didn't detract from our experience.

Hans Foto

This is the place to come if you want healthy and fresh food or juice. It's easy to get too. There is a ton of parking. It's in a industrial park where you would not expect it to be, but there are lots of great places around here, so don't miss this one. Everything on their menu uses Gluten Free, Organic, Dairy Free & 100% Plant Based Ingredients. There is handy cap accessible parking, street parking, and a free parking lot. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Roger Wolfgang

Dominique Hernandez

Lauren Noel

I love this place and the food actually is really good. But it’s SO freaking expensive. I came here for lunch with my five-year-old and I got a bowl of lobster bisque and a chicken Caesar salad with gluten-free bread and an iced tea. With tip it was $64! That’s just crazy. I feel like I got ripped off.

William Register

Nickolas Bell

Deborah Lebo

Jamie Norris

David Savage

Leslie Aust

I had the steak and eggs with hash browns. Juicy meat. Gluten free toast. Overall pleasant experience. Bigger place than expected. I stuck to eating what I am familiar with.

Veronica Vaughn

Margaret Mathews

ForOurDog

SKC is a nice place to stop for breakfast if you have your dogs with you and are looking for a gluten-free meal. Our short rib and hashbrown cakes was very good, perfectly flavored on the mild-side, and a filling portion to enjoy. Our Monterey omelet was missing something, we cannot figure out what should be added or left out. The bacon was great, but we lost the rest of the flavoring.

Lisa Buss

Adolfo Cooper

Arthur Malbon

Alvin Sabin

Dana Ford

Roger Hampson

Iva Owens

Jean Coots

Marc Thompson

William Boyce

Charlene Petty

Maria Moris

Brandon Messinger

Carlos White

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