Top 3 Gluten-Free Cafes to Explore in Tokyo

May

¥1,980- Heavenly vegan pancakes♡ Gluten-free pancakes! Fluffy and moist. Enjoy it with seasonal fruits, whipped soy milk, and homemade vanilla ice cream. The soy milk cream was more delicious than I expected. 100% vegan🌱 is amazing!

Lydia C.

Fun little vegan and gluten-free cafe. The staff working were friendly and kind. It is a small place and the serves are to the smaller side, too. Maybe more of a snack and treat spot I’d say. We came for lunch and had a pizza and burger plus cake and smoothies and drinks and weren’t full after. The rainbow cake looks beautiful, but wasn’t too flavorful. Tiramisu was more enjoyable. Great alternative cafe if on the search for gluten-free and vegan or dairyfree sweat and savory treats!

omer shuster

Delicious gluten-free pancakes! They arrived hot, fresh, and full of flavor — definitely one of the better gluten-free options we’ve had. The texture was soft and fluffy, not dry or crumbly like many gluten-free versions. Service was quick, and everything came out fast and warm. It is quite expensive for what you get, but if you’re looking for a tasty gluten-free treat, it’s definitely worth trying at least once.

Emily Hunt

Had lunch here today, phenomenal curry. Our waitress informed us the cafe is closing for 2 months and will only serve coffee and gluten free cake going forward. No more meals.

アナベル

I visited L for You AOYAMA, a gluten-free cafe for intestinal health in Omotesando. I've been eating and drinking a lot these past few days, so I came here to give my stomach a rest (^^)... I had burdock and mushroom intestinal health soy milk soup, a plate of brown rice and vegetables, and pomegranate green tea. I'm so happy it's gentle on my stomach...no guilt... It also came with a small banana bound cake, so I was very satisfied! Thank you for the meal (^_^)!

asako N

It's a restaurant that specializes in vegan and gluten-free food, and it doesn't use rice flour, so it was very helpful. The stylish atmosphere was also nice. The food was very delicious and reasonably priced, so it was a good experience.

Jørgen Sandhaug

Amazing gluten free pistacchio cake and cheesecake. Fresh juice, not too sweet. Quiet and comfortable. Will definitely come back! Edit: Have been here three times now, would 100% recommend this place!

Harsha P

loved the gluten free bread and hot choclate

Mica

Two years ago in March, I took my daughter, a second-year university student, for a stroll around Shibuya. We stopped in for lunch. ~We live in southern Kanagawa, and my daughter and I have bronchial allergies... We rarely have a chance to visit Shibuya, which is crowded with young people and foreigners... This was my daughter's third time in her life. I'm 60 years old, hmm, how many years has it been since I last visited?! (laughs) That's the Shibuya area. In front of Hachiko, which is in a different location from before. A long line of foreign tourists lined up. Redevelopment has seen new high-rise buildings rise in front of the station. Recalling the Shibuya I used to walk around when I was about the same age as my daughter (40 years ago💦). I tried to find traces of the past, but although the road structure is the same, the shops and buildings have changed a lot (sweat). Amidst all of that, the atmosphere around Spain Hill, where Bio Cafe is located, has not changed. Phew 😀 Parco, which is nearby (where I spent all of my part-time job pay of 10,000 yen that day, a bitter fate 😭), is also in the same place. Now, the rooftop garden is a secret spot for the night view 🥰 Maybe Biidoro, which is next to Bio Cafe, has been there since back then? I feel like I met up with a friend there to discuss a trip to Bali... 🤔 Memories of such distant youth are scattered like a mosaic in the streets of Shibuya. Hoping to reduce my daughter's allergies, I chose this gluten-free restaurant for lunch. Even though it was vegan food, it was well thought out and delicious👍 The lunch course was 1,880 yen, including salad bar and detox water. We ordered brown rice, fried chicken set, and vegan Mont Blanc. The fact that it was vegan didn't bother us at all, it was just a normal, delicious restaurant✌️ The service and the atmosphere were really not bad. I was a little concerned about the hygiene of the salad bar, so I took one star off. Unlike salad bars in regular restaurants or hotels, there were a lot of spilled food scattered around, perhaps because there were a lot of young customers. It was a little less clean? Tongs were shared, and overall, the area around the salad bar felt a bit messy. (Maybe it depends on the day.) Other than that, the food was delicious, and the location was easy to find and convenient. It's a good restaurant that's healthy but filling. Personally, I was happy that it's located on the nostalgic Spain Hill, right next to Parco, as it reminded me of a lot of the past 😘 On the way home, I told my daughter for the first time about my memories of Shibuya from my time as a university student and employee, as we headed from Koen-dori to the station. ~I would recommend this place for a day of strolling around Shibuya, whether it's for parents and children, friends, couples, or colleagues.

M N

Best falafels in town! Also has great gluten free muffins!

J G

Showed coeliac card and was assured it would be fine but later found out they were unable to accomodate due to cross contamination.

Filippo Montalti

Excellent burgers and very interesting desserts, they also have gluten-free sandwiches so they can satisfy even those who need gluten-free. Service as always friendly, water included, prices slightly higher than average but worth it.

Marvin da Costa

Realy good restaurant. Food was delicious and realy nice server. Especially the gluten free option was nice.

mik rasni

You should definitely try the cream puffs at this shop! They are superb. The dough is gluten-free and moist, the cream has a rich milk flavor, and the chocolate is not too sweet with a strong cocoa flavor. The custard cream is also delicious. The angel shrimp burger had a soft bun and was very delicious. The exquisite royal milk tea had a sweet cream on top that matched well with the strong black tea. The tea leaves have the distinctive scent of Earl Grey. The rich milk tea was delicious. I heard from people around me that the pancakes, Monti Cristo, and parfaits were also delicious! It's a very charming shop.

Anna Balagtas

They had great crepes! They were gluten free which was an added bonus. We had the strawberry nutella crepe and the red bean, cream, and mochi crepe with two iced matcha lattes. We loved their matcha - it was perfectly sweet and refreshing. Our total was 3400 yen which I thought was a pretty fair price. The seating area is quite limited so make sure to plan accordingly if coming with a big group!

Emma Lamomd

Really loved this place! I’m a very sensitive coeliac but despite the small risk of cross contamination I was totally fine and thoroughly enjoyed the meal. I even ordered a dessert crepe afterwards seeing as the ice cream was gf too! Service was quick and the staff were lovely - I was informed that they had cleaned the plate they cook the crepes on but that they couldn’t guarantee it was safe - which was nice to see they understand the severity of coeliac and still try to accomodate! Safe to say it was well worth the slight risk

Issey M

Located in a quiet residential area near Daikanyama, "Yama no Hitsuji" is a gluten-free & medicinal food cafe run by a medicinal food chef. It's a short walk from both Daikanyama and Ebisu stations, and is a hidden gem that suddenly appears in a residential area. There's a sign outside, so don't miss it; just walk in and you'll find the shop in a house one block away. The side dish plate (1,500 yen including tax, changes weekly) uses plenty of seasonal vegetables, and all of them are healthy and delicious. The attention to detail, such as black rice and gluten-free soy sauce, is outstanding. The food is served a little slowly, so it's best to go with plenty of time. The portions of the main meat dish are large, and even men will be full. The interior of the store is dotted with sheep motifs, and the mascot dog "Komugi" will greet you. He barks a lot (lol). You can also bring your pet. There are counter seats equipped with power outlets, and it is a relaxing space where time flows at a leisurely pace. This is a place that is recommended not only for health-conscious people, but also for those who want to restore their mind and body. Only cash is accepted, and electronic payments and cards are not accepted.

りな

I passed by this cafe before going to the beauty salon in Sendagaya. They have a wide variety of drinks and also have gluten-free meals and desserts. This time I only had a drink, but the atmosphere was great and the staff's polite service was wonderful. Next time I'll come for a meal♪

I “さんぽ”

I was curious about this shop! There are six types of lightly roasted beans, and you can check out the smell and choose your favorite! I chose iced coffee. It had a good balance of sourness, refreshing aroma, and sweetness. The matcha donuts were vegan and gluten-free. They were filling and delicious!! There were a lot of tourists, and the shop was bright and had a nice atmosphere. I want to go again!!

工藤拓

I went there on a weekday during the day. The only desserts were gluten-free muffins. The drinks were average. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing.

Belinda Hendricks

りんりん

I found a natural cafe that serves gluten-free shortcake and other healthy sweets. They also don't use meat, eggs, dairy products, refined sugar, or chemical seasonings. Great for vegans too♪ They have a wide variety of coffees, so I recommend them to those looking for decaf coffee◡̈ And the prices are surprisingly cheap. This area is close to Ginza, so I was prepared to pay a fair amount, but I was surprised at how cheap it was and it was easy on the wallet, so I was happy. The interior of the store is made of glass and has a high ceiling, making it a very open and airy space. Thank you for the meal♡

Taylor Crockett

I am celiac so I was very grateful to find this place by chance. Usually I do not want to make loved ones “suffer” through gluten free food but the sandwiches looked and then tasted great, the non-celiacs thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you

AYU TRIP

This is my second visit. I tried two types of newly introduced gluten-free pancakes. This time I ordered ・Gluten-free pancakes with whipped butter (1,600 yen) ・Gluten-free pancakes with bacon and egg (1,800 yen) The sweet dough made with rice flour goes well with the salty bacon and whipped butter♡ They are small in size so you can finish them in no time. Personally, I recommend the bacon and egg because it is more filling! This set is available until 11:00. You can eat pancakes after breakfast is over, but the set is a better deal because it comes with a drink♩ ** ┈┈┈┈┈┈** ⸜⸜ Follow me ⸝⸝ Instagram→ayumax666 TikTok→ayumax666 YouTube→AYUTRIP ** ┈┈┈┈┈┈**

Liam Apter

I would absolutely recommend this to other people who are gluten free / celiac. As a celiac I have eaten here twice and they are very helpful when making food that is gluten free. They have an allergy list on their menu which allows you to see all the dishes that are wheat free. Noting they do mention gluten as it is not a formal allergy in Japan. They do offer gluten free bread though! Additionally, they were able to provide meal substitutes - removing a certain sauce - to make it wheat / gluten free. However, do not worry as I have eaten here twice - October 2024 and April 2025 - and as a symptomatic celiac I have had no reaction to it. If you are vegetarian / vegan this may be quite hard to have a full meal here as most dishes involve meat of some sort.

もんしな

My girlfriend has recently started eating gluten-free, so I was curious and went there for lunch. The atmosphere of the restaurant was good overall, and the staff were very friendly. There are many attractive menu items, and I ordered the taco lunch this time. The hot meat sauce was very delicious. I would definitely like to come here again! ☺️

Monica M.

We wanted to try the mochi(next to this place) and since hungry and found availability we entered and tried their delicious gluten free pancakes with salad & the gluten-free vegan bento, even if we are not vegans 🥴 but I can say it was delicious! A bit expensive but the personnel were nice, good food, cozy place mostly central and especially gluten-free!!! I recommend the bento! Thank you for preparing these goodies for us coeliacs! We are very happy to be able to taste it! 😄

Stephanie Grace

Lovely tea, great gluten free cakes, quaint relaxing atmosphere and attentive service.

Brandi S

A gem of a place especially for my gluten free peeps! I really enjoyed my meal. I ordered the soy chicken that came with savory pancakes. I also ordered their gluten free citrus cream cake. I thoroughly enjoyed everything. I will be back to try more.

Sabrina Gallardo

Veery yummy vegan+ gluten-free + not sugar (if requested) option in Tokyo. I had the egg crepe, and it was a great balance of chickpeas for the protein, veggies, buckwheat crepe and it came with a little avocado and fermented carrot. A very complete dish. The staff was friendly, the place is nice and I could feel they have high-quality ingredients for a reasonable price. Highly recommend if you are around 🌱✨️

はる

This is a great shop for gluten-free bread. Surprisingly, there aren't any, so I'm glad it's within my range of action. I love using it because it goes well with coffee. .

Emily Schaub

Staff were very nice and accommodating. It was a hot day and they even offered us a Cookie Time fan to help. They even had a gluten free rocky road cookie which I was very thankful for as eating gluten free in Japan has been difficult for me and I have suffered the consequences. But not at Cookie Time! I first visited in NZ and so glad to visit again in Japan!

Fabiane Fujikawa

Can’t judge the CBD quality, since my cake and drink had no CBD, but the cake and drink are not worth 😅😂, it’s an expensive shop, and the cocoa was super week, I barely taste some choco there and the cake was definitely not taste😅. So maybe if you are curious about CBD, or is intolerant to gluten, it’s an option, but I don’t think it’s a worthy option for Vegans, since there are many better options in Tokyo.

はちみつ0812

I made a reservation for 2pm with four friends. We arrived early in the rain and waited outside, when the owner said, "Please come inside as it's raining." The interior was very stylish. There were many delicious looking sweets and cakes lined up. As it is a vegan shop, they have gluten-free and organic menu items, which I thought was amazing. I ordered the "Gluten-Free Plant-Based Veggie Tacos" and the "Forest Coffee Float." The crepe dough was very chewy and had lots of vegetables in it, and the spicy seasoning was very delicious. We had a great time chatting, and there were customers who came to buy cakes and girls who came to buy snack crepes, so I felt that it was a popular shop. I would like to visit again if I have the opportunity.

Roger RICE (memn0ck)

All of them looked cute and unusual, and I was worried about which one to choose, but the result was not good. Strawberry tart ¥1,400 Earl Gray Tea (HOT) ¥650 I received it. Although it is gluten-free, it was still quite delicious even without it, and while tarts generally feel like the fruit on top is the main ingredient, this one's tart pastry also had its own characteristics and made a statement, and it went perfectly with the fruit and fresh cream on top. In addition to Earl Gray, there are four other flavors of black tea, including apple. The inside of the store is stylish with warm white colors, and I haven't counted properly, so it's not accurate, but it's not a large store, and since I visited shortly after it opened in the morning, there were no customers ahead of me, and one person came in right away, and until I left, there were only people who had reservations for takeout, so if you avoid the busy weekday hours, you'll probably be able to get in right away. Payments are made using cashless methods such as PayPay and transportation ICs, and I used a tablet (I haven't confirmed this, but probably an iPad) and a payment terminal. I'm taking one star off for the service because it's a bit pricey, but if you don't really care about the price, I recommend it, and the taste makes you want to come back.

adri stambullian

Delicious and gluten free! They only use rice flour for their pancakes paradise for celiacs!

Lori Berenberg

amazing gluten free pancakes and drinks!

Alvaro Cornett

David Rivero

Akemi Kojima

came here accidentally looking for gluten free goods and found out they did have oat cookies & gluten free muffins 🤍🤍 tasted delish!! 🥰

Ramon Smith

ゆるグルみっちょ

I was looking for gluten-free cake and finally found this place! I had the chocolate cake because it was gluten-free ^^ The staff were friendly and it was a really nice cafe!! They also explained about CBD oil in detail, which sparked my interest♪ It's a very stylish and relaxing cafe!

Kaushalya Madhawa

Nice cafe with friendly staff in Ikebukuro. They’ve got gluten free cake and cookies.

Y S

Delicious and wheat (gluten) free! ! I am grateful to be able to eat a delicious dessert that is gentle on the intestines.

Kohei Ohara

The cinnamon-flavored gluten-free carrot cake was so delicious that I wanted to buy some to take home. There were many coffee options, and the staff was kind enough to explain the differences in flavors to me.

Jose Hirsch

Anthony Acosta

Elizabeth Davidson

Lior Seidel

Great GF options and lovely staff!

Henry Jackson