Top 11 Gluten-Free Dessert Havens to Explore in Charlotte

Burtons Grill & Bar

1601 E Woodlawn Rd A, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA
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Kid FriendlyOutdoor SeatingOpen LateBread ItemsFriesBurgersPastaSandwichesBeerDessertsDairy FreeDinnerCiderDedicated GF FryerLunchBrunchAmericanDeliveryTake AwayPet Friendly

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Laney  S
Laney S
This place is awesome! the gluten free bolognese is incredible and they made a dairy free substitution for my allergies!!

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Armored Cow Brewing Co.

8821 JW Clay Blvd #1, Charlotte, NC 28262, USA
Gluten Free IconCeliac friendly
Food TruckDedicated GF MenuDairy Free OptionsPet FriendlyOpen Late NightOutdoor SeatingTake AwayBeerCiderDessertsVegetarianDelivery

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Warren Childers
Warren Childers
I have been lots of time and the Armored Cow is a great place to grab a cold beer. They have a wide variety of different beers including sours and gluten free beers. And there is always some new flavor to try. Friendly staff and plenty of seating. There is a good food truck there as well.

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Seemingly Overzealous Ice Cream

701 Keswick Ave #102, Charlotte, NC 28206, USA
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Ice CreamDairy FreeVeganAllergen FriendlyDessertsWaffles / CrepesOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyTake Away100% GF

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jesse czajka
jesse czajka
This place is AMAZING!!! You have no idea how nice it is for someone with gluten and dairy issues to be able to walk into a place and be able to order absolutely anything! Even their waffle cone is gluten free and it’s incredible! This is my go to place for ice cream and there isn’t even a close second. Let’s not bring up Je**i’s overpriced slop 🤣. And now that they are close to being open in Dilworth, I know exactly where I’ll be!

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Burger 21

14825 Ballantyne Village Way #160, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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BurgersDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDedicated GF FryerBeerBread ItemsDessertsFriesAmericanPet Friendly

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vijay kumar
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.

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Sixty Vines

1415 Vantage Pk Dr, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA
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LunchDinnerKnowledgeable StaffDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsDairy Free OptionsAllergen FriendlyBread ItemsPastaPizzaSandwichesDessertsOutdoor SeatingTake AwayDeliveryCocktailsDedicated GF FryerAmericanBreakfastBrunchPet FriendlyKid FriendlyRestaurant

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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
They have a variety of options that are extremely safe for those that have celiac disease. A majority of items are already gluten free or can be made gluten free! The fryers are 100% gluten free along with a spare pizza oven. Any of the pizzas can be made gluten free. It is prepared on cauliflower crust! All pastas can be made gluten free and are prepared in separate boiler to maintain no cross-contamination. I was there for a girls night, so we just ordered small dishes to share. I’d love to try the pasta and pizza. The restaurant in itself is extremely nice.

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Mahana Fresh

14815 Ballantyne Village Way Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
Gluten Free Icon100% Dedicated Gluten-Free
Vegan OptionsAllergen FriendlyBrunchDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegetarian Options100% GFSeparate GF MenuSeparate OvenKnowledgeable StaffDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceBeerDessertsBreakfastPet Friendly

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Lizz Newing
Lizz Newing
Everything on the menu is gluten free!! Some vegan options too! I love the Mac and cheese bowl and hubby had the Mahana bowl. Great prices for a good amount of food. Did I mention that everything is gluten free??

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Osteria LuCa

4127 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA
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LunchDinnerItalianTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyPizzaPastaBread ItemsDessertsDelivery

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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
This is an amazing place for gluten free options! They have GF options listed on their menu, but can modify many other items. They have gluten free pasta cooked in separate water and they offer rice crust and cauliflower crust pizzas cooked on separate surfaces. The owner doesn’t have celiac, but has the gene and is well aware of precautions that should be taken. I got the Chicken Parmesan which was modified from their menu. They grilled the chicken instead of frying and used GF pasta. We also got the burrata appetizer and they brought me my own GF bread. The bread is purchased from a local bakery. I can’t wait to go back and try the pizza!

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Legion Brewing South Park

5610 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA
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SandwichesLunchDinnerGrillAmericanBrunchOpen Late NightOutdoor SeatingBread ItemsBurgersDessertsDeliveryTake AwayBarRestaurant

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Nat Becker
Nat Becker
Legion Brewing South Park location has a whole gluten free menu. The southwest salad and bbq sandwich are my favorites for lunch + dinner. They make an amazing monte cristo & always have a lot of local ingredients. We bring all guests who come in town here because of the variety of options and knowledgeable staff.

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Suárez Bakery

4245 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA
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DonutsVegan FriendlyVegan OptionsAllergen FriendlyBakeryCoffeeDairy Free OptionsKid FriendlyTake AwayVegetarian OptionsDessertsDairy FreeBreakfastDelivery

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Reb Meng
Reb Meng
Pros : - the cake is phenomenal - I don’t like cake at all and I love their cakes - the strawberry filling is perfection - pricing for cakes is competitive to other bakeries - the store smells amazing when you walk in Cons : - can’t order cakes in person at the store… can only be ordered online. Was told this was to prevent the small store area from getting crowded during Covid … I get safety precautions but I was told this in July 2024. Maybe it’s time to update your procedures. I was ordering cakes for my wedding and wanted to make sure the frosting colors were right bc sometimes colors on a screen or in a pic look different - was told to move along and order online and looking at pictures of the colors and an online order was my only option. - they don’t offer delivery - they don’t offer tiered cakes - I ordered the horizontal palette designs with my wedding colors and the cakes I picked up the day before the event had vertical designs on them. I had already had such a bad experience with customer service over multiple in person visits and over the phone that I chose not to say anything bc ultimately no one but me would know/care at the wedding and I didn’t have any time to wait for them to try and fix it or come back later. - ordering/paying in store is chaotic - there is no structure or direction for forming a line or helping customers in an orderly manner - no gluten free options

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Open Rice Metropolitan

1100 Metropolitan Ave suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA
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Ali Rode
Ali Rode
This is worth the trip and excellent with allergies! Celiac and no trouble. Small but good menu.

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Hazelnuts Creperie

9830 Rea Rd D, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
Not celiac safe. All GF crepes are cooked on the same surface as regular crepes and same utensils are used. I was really sad I couldn’t eat here!

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Culver’s

7031 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262, USA
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LunchDinnerAmericanGrab & GoTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyBread ItemsDessertsRestaurantOpen Late

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Jessica Watson
Jessica Watson
My first one star review. I was so excited for a gluten-free burger stop on the way home. Alas, the burger was forgotten. Partially my fault for not checking, I get it. I live 30 minutes away. The only solution was to drive back for a remake or a refund. Lame. Another option should be available.

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Crepe Bistro

1605 Galleria Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28270, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyDessertsWaffles / Crepes

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Robot Electric
Robot Electric
Crepes are not great, but they are gluten free so they are good if you cannot eat wheat. Make sure to ask for gluten free when ordering, as the are gluten based as default. The toppings are great, but the crepe itself is very mushy.

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Smallcakes Ballantyne

13855 Conlan Cir G, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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A Spice Below the Horizon
A Spice Below the Horizon
What a great place that offers cupcakes and ice cream! I especially appreciate how they have gluten free items and to go items. The cost is reasonable and the amount is appropriate. The staff were kind and went above and beyond. CLEAN!!! I highly recommend.

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The Cheesecake Factory

4400 Sharon Rd N10B, Charlotte, NC 28210, USA
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AmericanDairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyOpen Late NightLunchTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsBread ItemsBurgersDessertsPastaBreakfastBrunchBakeryDeliveryOutdoor SeatingRestaurant

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cheryl sanders
cheryl sanders
We only had 2 slices of cheese, but it was divine! The gluten-free with strawberries had half the calories and was so good! My husband had the upside down pineapple 🍍 and it was as tall as the to go container. Calories twice as much as the gluten-free.

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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

1920 Camden Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA
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Ice CreamGF Options Marked on MenuKnowledgeable StaffVegan OptionsDairy Free OptionsDessertsKid FriendlyTake AwayOpen LateOutdoor SeatingDelivery

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Chase Erford
Chase Erford
Highest quality ice cream with great service! There are many rich, vibrant flavors to taste and snack on! They offer free tastings of their mainstay flavors and their awesome rotating seasonal flavors. The dairy-free and gluten-free flavors are great, too! Great service and great location.

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Shake Shack Blakeney

9824 Rea Rd A, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
They do offer GF buns for the burgers, but there is a high risk of cross contamination and the fries are cooked in the same fryer as other foods. Its hard to even talk to someone about your order because you order from a screen.

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forchetta

230 N College St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA
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ItalianBreakfastDeliveryDinnerOpen Late NightLunchOutdoor SeatingVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsDessertsPastaTake AwayKid Friendly

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David Villegas
David Villegas
The food and service was great! We had gluten free pasta dishes and they were delicious! Chef Luca did a wonderful Job!

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The Capital Grille

201 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA
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Wine BarSeafoodAmericanDinnerDessertsLunchBrunchDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly

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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
A great place for a date night or before a show at Blumenthal! They have a very large GF menu. Just ask your server. Most of the items are just modified from the regular menu. I feel very safe eating here!

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Twisted Sugar

12210 Copper Way Unit 218, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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Carla Basinger
Carla Basinger
Everything they have is soooooo delicious!!! I am gluten free and it is so nice to have so many yummy options!!! They now have gluten free chocolate chip cookies! It was so good, I seriously could not stop eating it!!! My husband who is not much of a cookie eater even loves them! Their drinks are also so good!!! You should definitely go!

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Smoothie King

14825 Ballantyne Village Way #185, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
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BreakfastLunchBrunchAllergen FriendlyDairy FreeVeganVegetarianDessertsKid FriendlyDeliveryGrab & GoTake Away

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Lior Seidel
Lior Seidel

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Insomnia Cookies

9211 N Tryon St #4, Charlotte, NC 28262, USA
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Denise O
Denise O
Smells like *CHEF’s KISS* the minute you step inside!!!! 😤🥴🤤 Pleasant customer service, short wait times as the crew members are pretty efficient, and they offer VEGAN & Gluten Free items!?! I typically go for the Vegan treats, but tried the gluten free option on my last visit. A little more “grainier/crumblier” than what im used to… but hey!!! Still just as good 😎👍 Still served warm, with a light crunch on the outside edges and a oowey gooey middle in the center! And, they even have VEGAN beverage options too!!! I am clearly a Fan! Side note: Wishing they would offer vegan icecream options as well in the future!

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The Naked Tart

717n Atando Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206, USA
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Ruth's Chris Steak House

222 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA
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Amber Easterling
Amber Easterling
I have celiac disease and I’m very thankful for your gluten-free options! It’s great to be able to recommend you to others!

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