Top 9 Gluten-Free French Cafés to Experience in New York City

Sarah Long

This was an amazing place to celebrate my birthday. Everything from the Butter Service Garnish to the Caesar salad and the truffle lobster toast were phenomenal. They were very attentive to my gluten intolerance and provided a gluten free option for the bread. Excellent server. Wonderful ambiance. Highly recommend!

Monika Lang

The fries were very good, safe for gluten free because they only make fries. We didn't like the ambience that much because the interior is very dark.

Lindsay Newton

Nice Matin is extremely accommodating! The staff is very kind and almost all are informed on Celiac/gluten allergy logistics. I took myself to dinner and it was absolutely fabulous—the waiter even walked me through each course of how he could (if possible) adapt the item to make sure it is gluten-free! They also offer a deliciously gluten free bread rather than a traditional roll.

Nathan Nelson

Fabulous French food and desserts with an impressive array of gluten free options.

Garry Partington

They were not very good at catering to dietary requirements even though notified in advance so disappointed with that. If you have dairy & gluten intolerance I would avoid as you will miss out on dessert etc and have a very limited choice. Compare this to per se the day before and they whisked up 6 different desserts!

Laura Hallam

We were quoted 20 minutes for a table however ended up waiting over 50 minutes, watching multiple groups walk in and take priority because they were larger. Whether this is for cashflow - I’m not sure, but I would favour people who have been waiting the longest rather than seating larger groups instantly as they walk in. (And no they did not have a reservation). The lady at the counter was rude about the delays and kept telling us it would be another 10 minutes. She should have quoted us an hour if all the two person tables were unavailable for this long. She screamed at us saying ‘I just work here’ instead of providing a solution. I went to order the breakfast sandwich on gluten free, (the menu says GFA) - to the server telling me it’s not good with gluten free. So that lead me to be confused as to why they would offer it that way. Honestly the place was such a shit show. As a New Yorker I would never return. Food was average too.

Lior Seidel

Rosella Ellis

Visited this restaurant for brunch and was impressed by its beautiful ambiance. However, I deducted 4 stars due to the limited vegan options and the restaurant's unwillingness to make substitutions. I tried the rice pudding and the French salad, which were both delicious albeit expensive. The service was friendly and the restaurant offers great gluten-free options. Additionally, everything served at the table is available for purchase, making it a unique shopping experience.

puran k

Great gluten free options and coffee. But definitely a little pricey compared to other cafes. Is self service . But overall great ambiance especially from outside hassle.

Kay Colbert

Delightful and delicious meal at Daniel. We came later after a theatre and did not feel rushed at all. The waitstaff was friendly and helpful, sommelier had excellent recommendations, and the kitchen was charming about accommodating my dairy - gluten avoidance.

O M

Solid steak frites. You can order either blue, rare, medium or well done. Rare is closer to a medium rare so that's what I went with and was perfectly cooked. It's really maybe a 7-8oz portion of meat at most that gets split between two servings so the meat portion is modest. The sauce is quite good if not a bit on the salty side (very heavy on butter so celiacs beware). There is the option to have the sauce on side so you can moderate how much sauce you want. The fries are perfectly cooked. Crisp and delicious and we had ours without salt which was perfect to counteract the salty steak sauce. Service is excellent

J A

You had me at gluten free crepes!

Danya Cohan

Jason was spectacular!! Came for Mother’s Day and enjoyed the gluten free lemon pancakes and beautiful fruit plate. The lovely outdoor tables along Broadway were so good 😊

Reema

They offer gluten-free bread — it was ok The vibe was really nice but the smell from the kitchen was a bit off-putting

Gigi D

We loved everything about this place. Lots of people for a Wednesday night but definitely no wait. Waitresses was very understanding about gluten free.

Nicholas Dettore

Love this place! Been coming here pretty much weekly. Awesome gluten free crepes

Tatum Masterson

I loved the service and the atmosphere here!! Such a happy place to sit down and enjoy a light meal. Great gluten free pastries and bread, coming from a fellow celiac. Tierney was awesome will definitely be coming back

Bertha Anderson

Susan Martino

Izzy Hearn

Diego was the BEST!!! amazing service and the food was great. Very accommodating for gluten free options.

Brian Jordon

Christopher Tanski

TL;DR: 4/5 star food, 1/5 service. Should be stripped of their michelin star until they can get their front-of-house in order. Review: I'm just going to rip the band-aid off now, and say in all of my years of going to restaurants, from chain restaurants to Michelin star restaurants, I have never been made to feel less "valued" as a customer than at Le Jardinier. The restaurant should be stripped of it's Michelin Star because of how poor the service is alone. My wife and I have been looking forward to trying this place for months now as we saved up to take a Christmas trip into NYC. We were excited for the tasting menu most of all. We excitedly confirmed with our waitress that the tasting menu was gluten-free for my wife and let her know we were most likely going to do it. She leaves, says she'll come back to take a drink order, but she never returns. Instead, our first course shows up, and another guy eventually comes around to take a drink order. From that first course up until the dessert plates were cleared, our waitress never came back to check on us, never asked if we needed anything, no one asked if we wanted another glass of wine or a cocktail. The waitress ignored us for the entire 2.5 hour ordeal. It wasn't a 2.5 hour ordeal to appropriately space the tasting menu mind you. If it was, they would have been interested in selling more drinks to us at the very least. The food was just slow. The wait staff even dropped the desserts at our table without so much as a word about what was in them until we had to ask because my wife was nervous about the cookie-like thing on the bottom of hers. Meanwhile, the customers to our left and right were being waited on consistently by the waitress. She was chatting both tables up. Their water was constantly topped off. The disparity in service was so profound we both just wanted to leave by the fourth course. So, how WAS the food? It was...fine. The first item, HIRAMASA, GRAPEFRUIT, JICAMA, AVOCADO MOUSSE, BAY LEAF, was fresh, good acidity and use of textures, and it was plated beautifully. It was a nice start to the meal for sure. The second item was SAVOY CABBAGE "LASAGNA" CELERY ROOT, HAZELNUTS, BLACK TRUFFLE." It had a nice savory, earthy flavor profile to it and was pretty tasty. The third dish was surprisingly underwhelming, POACHED MAINE LOBSTER, CREAMY POLENTA, CORALINE BISQUE It was very one-note in it's flavor profile and my poached lobster was overcooked. Rather disappointing. The fourth course was the LONG ISLAND CRESCENT DUCK, ROASTED SALSIFY, KUMQUATS. The duck was just salty. If there was other seasoning on it, I couldn't tell because it was licking a salt cube. The cook was impeccable though, so they definitely get points for that. The dessert I had was THE PUMPKIN PATCH, AUTUMN SPICE CHEESECAKE MOUSSE, CANDIED GINGER ICE CREAM. It was visually impressive, but your mileage may vary depending on how you care for flavors like pumpkin or ginger. I will say though, their patissier is very skilled.

Annjana

Amazed by the number of vegan and gluten free options!

Mary Paris

Dora Savoie

Bernard Lewis

Irene Blackman

Jacob Bean

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Luana Paiva

Let me emphasize that Pastis is an outstanding choice for your weekend dining, whether you're in the mood for a leisurely brunch or a satisfying lunch. The restaurant features an extensive menu that caters to various tastes, ranging from classic breakfast items to indulgent entrees like steak frites. I enjoyed sampling two dishes during my visit: the artichokes and the chicken paillard. Each offering was exceptional, and I appreciated that both options suit those following a gluten-free diet. I recommend the artichokes; they were delectable and highlighted the meal. However, if you’re dining with a larger group—more than two people—be aware that one order of artichokes may not suffice, as it's a relatively small starter. Based on the area’s dining landscape, the service met my expectations. While it didn’t stand out, it was efficient and courteous, contributing positively to the overall experience. One aspect worth noting is Pastis's stunning decor and thoughtful interior design. Upon entering, you can't help but feel as if you've been transported straight to Europe, thanks to the charming aesthetic and cozy atmosphere. The venue is beautifully maintained, both indoors and outdoors, where guests can enjoy dining alfresco with outdoor heaters for cooler weather. Given its popularity, I highly recommend making a reservation to ensure you secure a table at this lovely establishment.

N H

Please read all the low reviews before coming here. I made the mistake of not doing that. What a disappointment. If you are looking for good pastries and gluten free options this is not the place for you. It took more than an hour to get our items. When they brought back my sandwich - I had to ask if the bread was gluten free and the waiter didn't know. So he took it back and I had to wait another hour. I waited two hours for a salmon gluten free sandwich. It's really disgusting inside. Dirty dishes piled and reusing water bottle for customers? Yuck! The quiche was watered down and the breads all felt a day old. There are no seats available. I would not recommend this place.

Rafael T.F.

Great service and amazing food. Almost all of the menu is gluten free!

Jeffrey Lucas

Place was busy on multiple days I visited while staying in NYC. Ordered pastries and a latte on both occasions. Pastries were soooo delicious. Latte was tasty and presentation was on point. Service was good but they have to be quick b/c they are quite busy, so keep that in mind. Would recommend this place. One shoutout on the dietary restriction options. We ordered their gluten free cookies but didn’t read the full ingredients on the label first. Had some nuts in it and my wife couldn’t eat. Felt rushed b/c of how busy they were. Should’ve taken our time and read in full.

Kathleen Baughn

Megan Brand

Bruschetta can be made w GF bread!!

Doug Bixby

I ordered a breakfast sandwich with gluten free bread. It was delicious. The coffee was great, too!

Jennifer Lunceford

Mustafa Ülkü

It's nice that they offer gluten-free options. It's the ideal place to have a classic plate breakfast. Since the place is small, adding yourself to the queue via the app before you arrive saves time. The plates are filling. I don't know what coffee beans are, but the coffee was very good.

Jennifer Gibson

Mallory Collins

Drinks here are a 10/10! Food I can’t say the same. This sandwich was $19 (gluten free bread added), and for that price I was expecting a huge and delicious breakfast sandwich. Sadly it’s very mid, skimpy with the portions, and just overall not good for the price! I didn’t even finish it because it just tasted so blah. For the price of food I would skip. But again, their drinks are amazing and worth the money.

Rebecca Radillo

Had a great time at Marseilles. Sara clearly pointed out both gluten and soy free options for us, was incredibly helpful and attentive, and made our first visit here a great one. She is the best and I would definitely return!

Carolyn Hebert

Mae Moreno

Jorge and team went out of their way to accommodate my gluten allergy and family. The entire dining experience was perfect. Thank you for the great experience.

Bridget Riley

Great for special occasions. Had a group with gluten free and vegetarian needs and everyone had delicious options.

Gloria Bell

Jasmin Tang

Christine Dion

Dan Hamilton

Bradley Schaeffer

Scott Prieto