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The 15 Best Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Spots in Old Town

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By Gluten Free Eats' gluten-free community

Updated Nov 2024

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Casa Guadalajara

Casa Guadalajara

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4105 Taylor St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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Ben Sager

Symptomatic celiac, ate there twice in my trip and did not get sick. Gluten free menu was really good. Nachos were a large serving.

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Miguel's Cocina

Miguel's Cocina

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2444 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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Jacqueline Zendejas

Food was great! Many gluten free options available.

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The Congress Cafe

The Congress Cafe

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3941 Mason St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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Sarah Helen

This little Venezuelan cafe is a gem. The outdoor seating in the garden is quaint & it feels private even being in the bustling/touristy Old Town area. This was our favorite food in San Diego, and honestly, a highlight of the trip. We were in town for a long weekend & ate there twice. The staff was the most welcoming & friendly! Special shout out to Victor who seems like such a genuinely kind person. We wanted to chat with him all day, but of course he was busy! Really, the people make the cafe a whole experience. And for the food! The salmon arepa with tomato & avocado was delicious & filling (bonus that the arepas are gluten-free). The alma llanera (carnitas, eggs, avocado, plantain, arepa) was a main plate which was such a mouth-watering array of flavors. We also tried one of the sweet corn pancakes with black beans, beef, and plantain (el vainero) which was a nice combo of savory & sweet. My husband loved the Venezuelan cheese. Combine all that with a Mexican mocha=perfection. Everything was fresh & carefully prepared as well as filling, so it is very worth the price. Food sensitivities/allergies are accommodated easily. Overall, such a lovely cafe & a pleasant experience. Pro-tip: Go right at 8am.

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Pizza Bella Italian Bistro

Pizza Bella Italian Bistro

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2707 Congress St #1p, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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Dafna Frank

Great atmosphere, really nice patio AND they had a really good Gluten Free pizza

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El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria

El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria

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2304 San Diego Ave A, San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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Dafna Frank

Wow what a great restaurant! So tasty! Lots of gluten free options, they immediately knew what we can eat and what we can’t, very nice waitress. Don’t skip the desserts!

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