The 7 Best Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Spots in Downtown
Updated Sep 2024 for accuracy and safety
Old Europe Pastries
18 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A reminiscent trip to Europe with an array of delightful coffee, surely worth every penny spent. Customers also love the tiramisu and macarons deal.
Celiac friendlyLow risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
Amazing gluten free options! Celiac friendly!
Strada Italiano
27 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Expect a chill rooftop vibe with a bar/lounge atmosphere at this authentic Italian gem right around the corner from local stay spots.
Celiac friendlyLow risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
Strada is a favorite of ours. We’ve been for anniversary brunch, birthday dinners and holiday work dinners. My favorite is a simple date night at the bar. Always enjoy the pasta dishes. Have to get the arancini. The short rib bolognese is my favorite. I’m now on a gluten free diet and it’s great knowing there are so many options listed on the menu. Their gluten free pizza is amazing! I like the cocktail menu as well This is a busy place. There are lots of different seating options. Each one offering a different feel, but the food ties it all together. Always had good service. This is one of our Asheville go-to’s. Also very popular for visitors.
Mellow Mushroom Asheville
50 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
An aromatic pizza hub, bustling with quick service, adorned details, a quirky vibe, and room for sanitation improvement.
Celiac friendlyLow risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
Did I eat the food? Yes. Was I in love with it? No. I got the gluten free pizza, and it was middle of the road. Honestly I think I’ve had better frozen pizza. They had the option to put Parmesan and garlic butter on the crust of the other pizzas, but didn’t think to allow it on the gluten free one (they even asked the person who ordered the vegan cheese). Honestly, it may have saved it for me. The atmosphere was fun tho. Also the service and the drinks were very good! the non-gluten free folks seemed to like their food too
Early Girl Eatery
8 Wall St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A warm, quick-service spot with unique veggie offerings, cheeky adult coffees, dog-friendly patio, and refreshing mimosas worth remembering!
Celiac friendlyLow risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
Just had fried chicken GF style. Very yummy and nice wait staff. I would recommend this place even if you don’t require Gluten Free.
Pack's Tavern
20 S Spruce St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A lively spot with a history as a lumber supplier turned moonshine distributor, nestled near Buncombe County Courthouse.
Celiac friendlyLow risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
Service was great! Food is basic pub fare, pretty good. They have a gluten free menu, no fries because of a shared fryer.
Rosetta's Kitchen & The Buchi Bar
116 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A beloved local spot known for its community involvement, offering a cozy atmosphere, affordable prices, and a unique sliding scale payment option.
AccommodatingSome risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
This is my girlfriends and my favorite restaurant to go to as vegans. Every time we come to Asheville for a day of fun, we come here and are never disappointed. We always get chips and queso which is delicious and we different entrees every time and it has always been delicious. Today it was my girlfriends birthday and I got her and myself a couple slices of gluten free chocolate chip cake and I felt like I was smacked in the mouth it was so good! Definitely the best cake I’ve had since being vegan. The workers are always super nice and it is a very inclusive environment. Overall, a great place that I recommend to everyone that stops in Asheville!
Twisted Crepe
62 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Expect an enjoyable ambience paired with enthusiastic rhythms, with chat-worthy people ready to suggest flavors worth a delve.
AccommodatingSome risk of cross-contamination
Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Dedicated display area
We had a couple of gluten free crepes here and they were both phenomenal 👌 We had a little trouble getting our order through because of a language barrier but otherwise we had a really great experience here.