Top 3 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Enjoy in Downtown New Haven

Claire's Corner Copia

1000 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Taryn
Taryn
If you are in need of vegan or gluten free options that actually taste great, this is the spot for you!

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Somos Handcrafted Arepas

63 Orange St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Leslie Burby
Leslie Burby
I tried a variety of foods and they were all delicious and the staff were incredibly patient and kind. I will definitely be back. This is nice and close to the New Haven Union Train station.

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Barcelona Wine Bar

155 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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mai aludi
mai aludi
Tasty bites woth gluten free options. Perfect for a nicer night out with friends or a date. Can't go wrong with Patatas Bravas

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Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant

176 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Trevor
Trevor
The have a gluten free Injera option. I think it is called “black” when served gluten-free. Based on the servers explanation, this seems to be the preferred method as it tears easier. I have never had Ethiopian food. I was really really impressed with the flavors. This restaurant has set the bar high. I would definitely come again if I am in the area!

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Choupette Crêperie & Cafè

24 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Wesam H
Wesam H
We stopped in here during our visits in New haven. This establishment boasts an appealing atmosphere with a charming ambience. The service is courteous, although the waitstaff, while kind, may be preoccupied. Consideration for a designated server could enhance attentiveness. The cappuccino is commendable. Among the crepes, the Norvegienne, featuring smoked salmon, lacks a harmonious flavor profile with the buckwheat base. However, the strawberry, banana, and Nutella crepe proves delightful. While I would revisit, I suggest avoiding the savory buckwheat crepes, as they may not align with personal preferences, though they may appeal to those seeking a gluten-free option. Be prepared to smell like a crepe when leaving. Bathroom is in a very weird location with scary movie vibes.

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Sherkaan Indian Street Food

65 Broadway, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Winston Trope
Winston Trope
Excellent menu with a wide selection of options including gluten free and vegan. The cocktails are awesome too, it's a great place to grab a quick drink, a quick bite, or to eat and chat for a long time

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Marco Polo Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

55 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Jonathan Santillo
Jonathan Santillo
Had a great meal at Marco Polo Pizzeria in New Haven! The gluten-free pizza was honestly one of the best I’ve had crispy, flavorful, and really satisfying. Also tried a gluten-free wrap and it was just as tasty. Super friendly staff and cozy vibe. I’ll definitely be back!

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Garden Catering - New Haven

930 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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C Steel
C Steel
This review is for the street level fast food restaurant storefront specializing in chicken nuggets. The gluten friendly chicken nuggets were excellent--little chunks of real chicken (not processed) cooked to a juicy light golden brown. The french fries were good. The little bags that the chicken and fries came in was foil lined, so I imagine that would be great for keeping take out orders warm on a chilly night. The staff who took my order at the counter were friendly and efficient. The atmosphere rating is a 3 because the tables were dirty and the seating area needed tidying up.

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Shake Shack New Haven

986 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Lilly Sellati
Lilly Sellati
The people here are very good about knowing what's gluten friendly on their menu and what isn't. The only thing they will guarantee as gluten free is the burger without bun. However, I've eaten the shakes and fries many times and only gotten ill once, so you may do ok if you're only gluten intolerant rather than celiac. *update* They now have a gluten free bun, but I wouldn't bother with it. It costs more and quickly disintegrates into mush due to how greasy the burger patties are.

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Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill - New Haven

271 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Shira Lyss-Loren
Shira Lyss-Loren
Absolutely delicious. Our server was fantastic. Lots of gluten free options. There’s even a table with a scorpion living in it!!!

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T-Swirl crêpe

198 College St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Rachelle Brown
Rachelle Brown
Such a fun and delicious spot right in downtown New Haven! I stopped by T-Swirl for the first time and was super impressed. The crepes are made with a rice flour batter, so they’re naturally gluten-free and come out thin, crispy, and beautifully wrapped like a cone—perfect for eating on the go or dining in. I ordered the Strawberry Nutella and the Crème Brûlée with Banana—both were amazing! The strawberry Nutella was packed with fresh fruit and the perfect amount of sweetness. The crème brûlée crepe had a creamy custard with that classic caramelized sugar top, and the banana just made it even better. Total dessert heaven! Ordering was really easy with their touchscreen kiosks, and even though it got busy, the service was fast and friendly. The inside is clean, modern, and cozy, though it’s more of a casual grab-and-go vibe than a full sit-down meal experience. Definitely coming back to try more flavors. Highly recommend if you’re looking for something different, fresh, and fun!

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Costa Pizza Restaurant

9 Whitney Ave #1, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Heather Talledo
Heather Talledo
Friendly staff, delicious gluten free options, yummy food. Highly recommend!!!

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Bnatural Kitchen

260 College St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Lilly Sellati
Lilly Sellati
There are a lot of gluten free and pepper free options if you build your own bowl. I love to swap out the base (lettuce or quinoa) for sweet potatoes and then load up on veggies and toppings, which is slightly more expensive but well worth it!

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Koffee?

104 Audubon St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Steve Smith
Steve Smith
Just ate the gluten free The Stack which is grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, red tomato, spring salad mix and pesto-mayo dressing, and 5 stars all the way = delicious. Ate it so fast that I forgot to take a picture! The only downside is that you need a fork to eat it as the bread crumbles… but for the taste and freshness of the ingredients = such a small price to pay for greatness.

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olea

39 High St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Janet L
Janet L
Excellent, inventive food and service that goes the extra mile with a pleasant modern ambience. Although the menu doesn’t specify, they offer a number of delicious gluten free choices— including desserts--and will make accommodations, such as providing gf crackers instead of bread. A lovely experience.

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Prime 16

172 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Lilly Sellati
Lilly Sellati
All the burgers can be made on a gluten free bun, which is very good quality. There is no dedicated gluten free frier, but I haven't had an issue eating the fries (I have gluten intolerance though, not celiac). There is also flourless chocolate cake! My favorite meal here is The Smoker burger on a gluten free bun with fries and a pineapple express.

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Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar

46 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Alicia Noriega
Alicia Noriega
Here’s a polished version of your Google review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a wonderful experience! From tasting the delicious food to immersing ourselves in the culture, everything was amazing. The owners and their family took great care of us, even with our large group! We tried several dishes from the menu, each one flavorful and authentic. A highlight of the visit was witnessing a beautiful coffee ceremony—such a special touch! I also appreciate that the restaurant offers vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, making it accessible for everyone. Highly recommend this place for an incredible dining experience! Let me know if you’d like any tweaks!

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Rubamba Restaurant

25 High St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Ally Lowell
Ally Lowell
I ordered the chicken and berria tacos told them I had a gluten allergy and went over everything I couldn’t have including cross-contamination. The tacos were really good and I didn’t get sick so overall really good experience!!

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Midpoint Istanbul Fine Dining

245 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Lilly Sellati
Lilly Sellati
The servers are generally very helpful in negotiating food allergies. There are at least 1-2 gluten free options each for appetizers, entrees, and desserts. All the food I've tried here has been divine! My favorite meal here is stuffed grape leaves to start, vegetable moussaka, and baked milk custard for dessert!

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September in Bangkok

754 State St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Jewel Okwuosa
Jewel Okwuosa
5 star all around! Massaman chicken and the Saigon rolls, WOW, compliments to the chef!! I love that most items are gluten free. The flavor profile is out of this world and an explosion of flavor. The atmosphere is moody and romantic. Food came out in the blink of an eye and waitress let us enjoy our meals in peace (rare for the US). We WILL be back. My new favorite spot!

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Maison B Café

304 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Todd Garfinkel
Todd Garfinkel
Food was decent although very simple for the high price ($4.50 for gluten free toast) however, the staff attitude was poor with a sprinkle of elitism.

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Bella casa vegana

9 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Celine Carnevale
Celine Carnevale
Pricy vegan and gluten free options, however worth the prices. Amazing choices to make any special occasion even more special for the vegan gluten free folks. Owner is very nice. Top notch. Oh, and you even get a good sized fresh salad with your dinners. Will be back. 🧡

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Book Trader Cafe

1140 Chapel St #4843, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Lilly Sellati
Lilly Sellati
I love browsing through the used books (mostly literary fiction and popular histories) with a cup of spiced chai latte. The indoor and outdoor seating areas are comfortable and well lit, if packed during the lunch rush. I'm less enthusiastic on the food front: the gluten free sandwiches are way too expensive given that they're made on udi's bread. For almost $10, I want something made in-house.

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Olives and Oil

124 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Marla Darius
Marla Darius
Interesting little place in New Haven. Unique inside with a bank vault storing wine. Attentive servers and great menu. The four of us each enjoyed our different dishes of meat lovers pizza, gluten free pasta w shrimp, seared salmon and steak salad. Drinks were also good and well made. Biggest complaint is the noise level. The music speaker sounded blown with much humming and crackle for all bass noise and then as the place filled from 6:15-8 pm it became too noisy to hear people next to me. We eventually left and sat outside to visit. Might dine here again but won’t go on a Friday or during peak dining.

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Strega Restaurant

1006 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Gail Kalinich
Gail Kalinich
Lovely addition to the New Haven dining scene. Interesting wine list. The salmon was delicious and the gluten free pasta was top notch. Appropriately attentive service from the friendly staff. I'd love to get back there soon to try the tasting menu!

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Life Bowls

97 Orange St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Ella Sweet
Ella Sweet
The New Haven location is one of my favorite spots to go for breakfast, lunch, or anything in between. Andrew is extremely kind and helpful, making the entire experience a delight. I am constantly thinking I have found my favorite thing on the menu and then I try something new, and the cycle starts all over! I am also celiac and they have a great selection of gluten free options. I couldn't recommend Life Bowls enough.

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Union League Cafe

1032 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Wendy Colbert
Wendy Colbert
Simply amazing food and service! Everything I ordered - the endive salad, the duck (canard au chou), and the grand marnier souffle were prepared to perfection with high quality ingredients! In addition, when we initially told our server that I must eat gluten free, he did not bat an eyelash. Everything I ordered already happened to be GF already (and he knew this off hand), but they brought me gluten free toast when my husband was served baguette slices and told me which of my husband's dishes I could try. For those that have a food sensitivity, this consideration means everything for a most pleasant dining experience. Also appreciated was that, after suggesting some wines we liked, our server guided us to a delicious wine within our budget that went very well with both our entrees. My husband ordered the duck confit appetizer and the venison (chevreuil aux poivres), both delicious and perfectly prepared. He also loved the grand marnier souffle. It's so rare that everything we might both order in a restaurant would be so wonderful. We will definitely be back with our foodie friends!

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Havenly

25 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Olympia Bordelon
Olympia Bordelon
Delicious vegan and gluten free options. Falafel is the best I’ve ever had. The fresh OJ is a must order. Havenly is absolutely amazing and I hope they can expand. An elegant casual restaurant, it’s the perfect place to meet friends and family or hang out with a book. Can’t wait to come back.

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Cedarhurst Cafe

44 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Elizabeth Baker
Elizabeth Baker
Excellent coffee and yummy breakfast! They accommodated my gluten allergies with no issue! If you’re staying at the Omni on Temple Street, this is by far a superior option to their 19th Floor breakfast at a fraction of the cost.

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Cook 2Go

1064 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Shawn Tandon
Shawn Tandon
This might be my favorite store of all time. They have amazing hot food, great snacks (gluten free and keto friendly) and very friendly staff. Must visit while in New Haven.

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Sitar

45 Grove St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Jeremy Edmunds
Jeremy Edmunds
The familiar aromas of cumin, cardamom and clove greet you upon entering Sitar Restaurant in New Haven, where northern Indian cuisine has found a comfortable home amid contemporary décor. Exposed brick walls contrast with white pillars and ceiling, while caramel-toned chairs and navy upholstered booths create a modern yet inviting atmosphere. On a recent visit, the lamb vindaloo arrived in a traditional metal bowl, its reddish-brown sauce glistening under the restaurant's soft lighting. Each spoonful delivered the dish's signature heat, tempered by tender chunks of lamb and brightened with fresh cilantro. The accompanying basmati rice, adorned simply with carrot slivers and herbs, provided the necessary counterpoint to the robust curry. The garlic naan deserves special mention. Pulled from the tandoor at the precise moment, it arrives with the ideal balance of char and chew, its surface bubbled and glistening with a whisper of butter and garlic. Sitar's menu extends beyond these standards to include chicken tikka masala, lamb rogan josh and saag paneer, all prepared with an eye toward authenticity rather than adaptation. Vegetarian and gluten-free options appear throughout the offerings, reflecting a thoughtful consideration for diverse dietary needs. The service strikes that delicate balance between attentiveness and restraint. Water glasses remain filled, empty plates disappear promptly, and questions about spice levels receive honest answers rather than default reassurances. Some diners have noted occasional delays during peak hours, though the quality of the food generally compensates for any wait. Others praise the restaurant's delivery service, which reportedly arrives with food still steaming in secured packaging. Sitar operates daily during lunch and dinner hours, with a brief afternoon closure. Prices remain reasonable for the portion size, with most entrees allowing for tomorrow's lunch — a value proposition that, like the restaurant itself, satisfies without unnecessary flourish.

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Donut Crazy New Haven

290 York St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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Connie Steel
Connie Steel
Donut Crazy specializes in donuts, but also features great coffee and tea selections. There are additional breakfast options with eggs and pastries as well. They are open later than nearby coffee shops in the summer. Seating is student and writer friendly. The manager is terrific and leads staff to pay attention to details about service that others might miss. Gluten free rice krispie treats are available for those needing an option.

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80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar

The Kelly House, 196 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Christine Barankewicz
Christine Barankewicz
Ella was the BEST!! Made an extra effort for our gluten free folks .. and was cognizant of our time frame to get to a concert!! She is the best!!!

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Koon Thai Restaurant

163 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Austin Zhang
Austin Zhang
Everything was ok, nothing phenomenal but very dietary restriction friendly—in our group we had a nut allergy (at a Thai place I know), vegetarian and a gluten allergy. But we all got our food we’re happy.

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WOW TIKKA

139 Orange St ste 401, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Alicia Noriega
Alicia Noriega
First timer at WOW Tikka and very impressed. I’m Not one to eat Indian food because usually it’s very spicy for me but must say there was options of mild and Gluten free! Food was very fresh. You can choose how spicy you want it! There are rice bowls, street food, Desi Burrito, desserts, refreshments! The 2 ladies working were very pleasant and helpful. Even though it appeared empty there were many people ordering to go and a some that dined! Indian food keeps impressing me! It was delicious!

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The Juice Box

1092 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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Megan Johnston
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