Atly Logo

The 13 Best Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Spots in University City

Gluten Free UsersGluten Free UsersGluten Free Users
106+

By Gluten Free Eats' gluten-free community

Updated Jul 2025

01
Taco Buddha

Taco Buddha

Gluten Free Icon

Celiac friendly

7405 Pershing Ave, University City, MO 63130, USA

MexicanGF OptionsDedicated GF FryerCeliac FriendlyCasualGrab & GoTake AwayTacosAllergen FriendlyBrunchDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerPet FriendlyKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsDedicated GF Kitchen SpaceFriesBreakfastRestaurant
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Learn more
Profile Image
Courtney Hollingsworth’s

Delish! FRIED chicken, fish, and shrimp tacos, all gluten free!

Gluten Free Menu Icon
Gluten-free options are marked
02
Salt + Smoke

Salt + Smoke

Gluten Free Icon

Celiac friendly

6540 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO 63130, USA

GF OptionsCocktailsAllergen FriendlyDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerKid FriendlyLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayCeliac FriendlyKnowledgeable StaffSeparate GF MenuVegetarian OptionsBread ItemsSandwichesDessertsBurgersOpen LateBarRestaurant
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Learn more
Profile Image
Fred Lybrand

Over 3 days in St Louis, I ate at: * Salt + Smoke (Delmar Blvd) * Pappy’s Smokehouse * Sugarfire Smokehouse S+S had the best brisket of the 3. I liked the deviled eggs. They knew what items were gluten free gf. Ribs were good. Liked the sauce.

Gluten Free Menu Icon
Dedicated gluten-free menu
03
Fitz's Delmar

Fitz's Delmar

Gluten Free Icon

Accommodating

6609 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO 63130, USA

LunchDinnerOpen LateAmericanDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyDessertsBar
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Learn more
Profile Image
John Hartmann

The food was good. Portions are big. They have gluten-free buns for burgers and bake the gf fries separately (although my wife said the regular fries were better). Of course the main draw is the root beer. Many different options so likely can't go wrong. They also have several amazing super floats. It was my son's birthday, so he got the Birthday Cake one. The location is great with views of the bottling plant inside and the walk of fame stars outside. But what put this visit over the top was the service we received from Eddie. If they have a better employee, this place is blessed. He was excellent in every way. Personable, attentive and helpful. He went over and above anything expected.

Gluten Free Menu Icon
GF options marked
04
Dewey's Pizza

Dewey's Pizza

Gluten Free Icon

Accommodating

559 North and South Rd, University City, MO 63130, USA

LunchDinnerPizzaDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Learn more
Profile Image
Pam Squire

We were in the area for business and found Dewey's Pizza. It's a great little place with pizza, salads, and desserts. The pizza was great. I had a gluten-free pizza, and it tasted fantastic! The pizzas are made on site. We didn't have time to eat the salad and deserts, but I imagine they were great too, based on the quality of the pizza. The service was friendly and timely. The clientele was mostly business professionals (late lunch), but I had my family with me and my 2 year old grandson, and we didn't feel out of place. Overall, we had a great lunch and a great experience!

Gluten Free Menu Icon
GF options marked
05
Blue Ocean

Blue Ocean

Gluten Free Icon

Accommodating

6335 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO 63130, USA

LunchDinnerOpen LateAsianDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyBar
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Gluten Free Users
Learn more
Profile Image
Finley “Finn” Hale

I have celiac disease which, in very watered down terms, is a gluten allergy. I was nervous coming in because as a celiac, trying new restaurants is really scary when you know you might get sick. if you ask, they're super accommodating! my waitress was super nice and super patient and happily found an old copy of an allergen menu for me. as you'd expect, there aren't a whole lot of options available when it comes to rolls; there's spicy tuna, the california roll, etc. HOWEVER, there's tons of options when it comes to sashimi and nigiri! the fish is fresh and melts in your mouth and, above all, the staff is friendly, diverse, and all have really cool tattoos lol. thanks for the good food! :)

Gluten Free Menu Icon
GF options marked