Top 28 Gluten-Free Dinner Spots to Delight in San Juan Capistrano

ANGi Hansen

Great food, service, and atmosphere especially with the live music and being in lively downtown San Juan Capistrano. Everyone loved their food except the tacos were just okay. They had a few gluten free options. The atmosphere is geared towards adults with a big bar and loud music. It might be more kid friendly at lunchtime.

Monica Healy

This is the cutest little place! We recently moved to the area from Minnesota and are enthralled by Pizza Amore. It's close enough that we ride our bikes there. In the 4.5 weeks we've lived here, we've been here four times; that's how good it is! My husband has a gluten intolerance and I do not. We often share, even though I sometimes would like all the glutteny goodness of a regular pizza crust. But here? I'm perfectly happy to have the gluten-free crust. If I didn't know it was gluten-free, I'd never know the difference. The ambience is beyond cute, with bookshelves and a faux fireplace and twinkle lights everywhere. Management is great, service has always been excellent, and food is fantastic!

Chi Kirby

Madeline Smith

I love The Stand! From the staff, to the food, it’s A+! I came here with my family after a Christmas event, and it was the perfect ending to a great day. I love the complementary pickles and all the great food options, including vegetarian and gluten free. And the brownies are to DIE for!

Jerome Theresse

This is pure Texas style bbq and the brisket is fantastic. The brisket beans, slaw, and queso should be gluten free but I'd check with the restaurant first as I didn't have those. All the meats besides the sausage are gluten free and gave me no reaction.

Mark Bunch

John Dixon

Jack Anderson

Lou Rice

Restaurant Review: Authentic Brazilian Flavors and Incredible Dining Experience To start, we had gluten-free popcorn chicken, which was a pleasant surprise. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it was seasoned to perfection and an excellent choice for anyone with dietary restrictions. The highlight of the meal was the Picanha. Cooked to perfection, this classic Brazilian cut of beef was tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The accompanying sauces complemented the dish beautifully, adding layers of texture and taste. Finally, we tried the Shrimp Bobo, a creamy and hearty dish that combined shrimp with cassava and coconut milk. The blend of flavors was extraordinary, and the dish had a comforting, home-cooked feel that left us thoroughly satisfied. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with friendly staff who were knowledgeable about the menu and happy to accommodate dietary needs. If you’re looking for authentic Brazilian cuisine with something for everyone, this restaurant is a must-visit!

Doris Fritz

Ed Hester

Courtney Williams

Denise Lenker

Glad to share that I had a super positive experience dining at Tannins despite my many food allergies (gluten, garlic, dairy, etc)! Before attending a group luncheon, I stopped by to talk with the manager to see whether they would be able to accommodate my allergies at all. To my surprise, they were taking time to discuss possibilities and alternatives for me. I ended up selecting their lunch special which was a chicken breast with a large variety of vegetables; the meal was both amazing and healthy! Big kudos to Leo, Manager, who was very kind to work with me and even notified our server about my food needs! The entire experience at Tannins was very good with attentive wait staff, fast service and friendly staff! Unfortunately, I am unable to comment on their typical Italian menu items as I am allergic to gluten! Our group was having lunch on the patio which was a nice atmosphere.

Liz Schwemlein

I cannot recommend Limoncello enough. Giovanni and his staff were amazing and treated us like family. I contacted him to place a huge catering order for a high school cross country team in town from Colorado needing a pre-race meal. Giovanni made recommendations and was able to accommodate dairy and gluten allergies. The parents and team praised the meal as being the most delicious travel meal we have ever had. The baked pasta, Tirimisu and salad were all beyond delicious and there was enough food for second helpings AND the team’s lunch the following day. Giovanni was kind, welcoming and eager to help us all have a wonderful authentic Italian pre-race meal. Definitely recommend 10/10. We will certainly order again next year!

Kerri Nipper

Carl Otterson

Andrew Calloway

Ann Lamon

Dorothy Bewley

Billie Melson

Julia Paulson

Brian Jordon

Mary Jasinski

Patty Dudley

Scott Whitney

We ordered for pick up and it was extremely disappointing. I had a lemone chicken dish, the chicken was dry and very little sauce or artichoke, the gluten free pasta was missing. The Chicken Parma was average. This was a step below olive garden. Not authentic Italian food by any stretch of the imagination.

Danny Amon

Polly Dull

Harold Leblanc