Top 28 Gluten-Free Mexican Havens to Explore in Tennessee

Bailey Connell

We recently moved to Nashville and are still finding the local haunts - we loved this spot! The ordering system is efficient, the food is well priced and fantastic. Service was also wonderful, our waiter was so friendly! Great place if you have a gluten allergy as well. Check out the pork belly and sesame ribeye tacos!! 🌮

Lorraine T

Was in town last week and had dinner at Blanco Cucina for the party of nine. I was a little under the weather but honestly, the food was very nice. The atmosphere was good and our server Elias was exceptional. Enjoyed having him help us pick our meals and make gluten-free suggestions.

Robin LEE

Knowledgeable about celiac. Separate grill for GF and non GF. Almost all items can be made GF.

Heather Smith

The restaurant is open and a little bit loud. It was hard to carry on a conversation without yelling. The gluten free options were great. I had the ham eggs benedict with a gluten free english muffin and though the eggs were overcooked, it was still delicious. Highly recommend.

William Edmonds

Outstanding tacos! This location is the best. Great selection of options and gluten-free friendly.

Bruce Ralston

Outstanding flavors! Family style eating with plenty of small, medium, and large plate options🤩. 100% gluten free and I promise you wouldn't know it but so wonderful for those who can't gluten 😍

Tapan

Grilled cashew cheese was really good, and so was the soup. Tons of gluten free and vegan options. Desserts are great, as are the smoothies. You order at the register, but they have menus at the front you can grab and look at before ordering. They also have an outside area, some of which is covered. Will definitely come back.

Heather Linn

Absolutely delicious and gluten free! Everything is clearly marked and staff is knowledgeable about food allergy protocol. This has become a new favorite!

Sarah Snow

We LOVE this taco hub! This is one of the only places my husband (who is very allergic to gluten) can find hard taco shells. Laney was our server this time and was fabulous! Everyone we’ve ever had wait on us here has been wonderful. The tacos are second to none. We LOVE love love this restaurant; it’s our favorite here! If you’re on the fence, go! Support local artists (the place is full of local art!) and delightful tacos!

Jade Novak

I had the pollo con mole, with sweet potato fries and a chopped salad. I enjoyed the colorful, tiny-chopped salad with jicama. And the rotisserie-cooked chicken was delicious with a rich and flavorful mole that had just the right amount of kick. The fries were crisp and well-seasoned. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about gluten-free options, and the interior was well designed. A very nice lunch experience overall!

Heather Dennis

Went there and my daughter loves it and had no reactions. She had fish taco which was made with rice flour and fired separate than the churros.

Lady McBabs

Great job of being a safe place for Celiacs. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great vibe, and good food. Nachos are super yummy!

Cooper Cowan

This place is the real deal! My gf and I have eaten here twice in one day. Everything on the menu is delicious and the service is fantastic. Huge portions too. They are also very celiac friendly and I always feel safe when I eat here. Favorite restaurant in Knoxville!

melissa leppert

Great food. Able to accommodate gluten free (Celiac) and dairy free.

jmoss2543

Food is always good at First watch. Good gluten free options as well.

April Huff

Server was very knowledgable about celiac and gf. Ordered arroz con pollo, without the chips. Server said they did not have dedicated fryer so no chips for me. Food was delicious!

Candy Kuhl

Excellent and prompt service. The quality of the food was also impressive. When I informed them about my gluten allergy (celiacs), they were very attentive and took precautions to avoid cross contamination. They changed gloves and used separate ingredients from different containers. I truly appreciate the effort they put into preparing my food. Thank you!

Omar Zaman

Great place You can request a gluten free selection.

Blanca M Kalkach

<3 This is the best Mexican Restaurant in Tennessee. Everything tastes legit Mexican. Most things in the menu are gluten-free. Ambiance is good (dim lighting, not loud music). Perfect for a date night. Service was great! The chef is from Acapulco and came out of the kitchen to personally ask about our experience. Avocado salsa and all ingredients were fresh. LOVED IT! ~ GF

James Patton

This place is underrated and a hidden gem. The cowboy arepa was excellent, meat was perfect, flavor was phenomenal, and unlike some arepas I’ve had in the past, this one was not too greasy My wife got the empanada plate and absolutely loved it; they can also accommodate gluten free/celiac We will for sure be back here!

Ann Yearout

Great place! Gluten free options available

Taylor Ray

I love this place, very quick. Even when there's a line. Good clean ingredients. I am sensitive to dairy and gluten and am able to eat here without feeling any consequences. Delicious good clean food when I don't feel like preparing dinner. And the staff is always so sweet.

Marc Sing

This place is amazing! Had the chips and salsa and you definitely need to try the mango habanero!!!! Their queso is great as well! Wife is celiac and they were so knowledgeable and considerate! She has the birria tacos which were phenomenal! Everything was great and if we weren’t traveling we would definitely be back! Gabby helped us and she was wonderful and nice as well!

Christine Pauly

Love this place! We all struggle not to overeat here. All the tacos are delicious. I have a gluten allergy. They are quick to accommodate me and I've never gotten sick.

Lauren Knudsen

First off, I want to give props to the employees, because they were genuinely friendly and helpful. I have a gluten allergy so they were able to help me navigate that. But...there were some issues that majorly detracted from our experience. For one, all of the surfaces were sticky. For instance, as we were walking to our table, our shoes were sticking to the floor, and at our table, our food trays were sticking there too. Definitely not pleasant. If we hadn't already ordered, I don't think we would've. Second, the water (from the soda machine) was actually undrinkable. It had a nasty taste and a horrible ring. I took one sip and almost spit it out. My mom had the same issue and she had even used the other dispenser. As far as the food was concerned, these are average tex-mex style tacos (not adding or subtracting points for that) but the guacamole was delicious! In essence, the customer service couldn't outweigh the unpleasant store conditions, unacceptable water quality, and average at best food. I like the concept of this store; I hope they make improvements.

Mika Stockwell

Food was absolutely fantastic! AND pretty much everything was Gluten Free! They just stole 100% of my business from Salsaritas and Chipotle for sure! Best food!

Jill

Stopped here for lunch. I asked about corn tortillas. My waitress asked if it was for gluten free. Explained the could do anything with a corn tortilla. The Mexican rice would be cross contaminated as well as anything fried. She offered a double portion of beans. Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Gretchen Robison

Celiac friendly!!! Great margaritas and a wonderful gluten free selections.

Nana's kitchen

We love a place that sends homemade garlic rolls to the table when they come for the first greeting. True hospitality!!! Amazing selection of entrees including gourmet Hamburgers, Pizza, Salads and Pasta Dishes on the menu. They advertise fresh Angus beef, so we ordered the Marco Burger which has two patty's on the burger... cooked exactly as we told our waiter. Fresh lettuce, tomato, onions and a house sauce is standard on the Marco Burger... Very good, lots of flavor and juicy too. We are always interested in Gluten free or Gluten sensitive menu options...so we requested the gluten free bun and we were not disappointed. Their French fries were yummy; they appeared to be freshly prepared with some skin on and fried crispy brown and seasoned with coarse seasoned salt-❣️ On the second burger ....we ordered the G.O.A.T. burger...amazing flavors. Words cannot describe it so go try it for yourself and get back to me. 😂. Atmosphere was nice, fun with lots of windows and outside light with a patio dining option too... and lots of booths and tables/chairs...nice clean dining room and restrooms. Staff and waiters/ waitresses were professional and knowledgeable. Lots of Free Parking! Fair prices top it off ... good value 12-15 dollars per person for exciting burger and a large serving of fries. Drinks are extra. Waiter checked in on us often with refills on drinks and asked to us if we wanted drinks to go...nice touch! We will visit Don Marcos each and Everytime we come to visit this area. Good job!

Annie Zimmerman

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Lucian Crest

I really appreciate that they have some gluten free and seemingly healthier options! However, shrinkflation is outrageous and I don’t think I’ll be eating here anymore. Today, you get one mini taco, hardly filled, with two tortillas, at the price that hasn’t changed since 2-3 years ago. And back then, you got two overfilled tacos with 4 tortillas for the same exact price they are now. It really doesn’t need to be this way and the people are over it!

Samuel Mangin

We got a massive to go order from this place, everything was delicious. Queso rice was especially good. Great option for gluten free and gluten loving people.

Lauren Klipp

Besides the food and margaritas being absolutely amazing, we were in awe of the amazing staff. Our server Jeff was beyond kind, explained the menu to us, helped us with gluten free and nut free options, and had fun with us! Overall experience was 10/10 and will absolutely be going back. If you have a 6+ people the shareable meal option was more than enough food and delicious.

Bryan Lewis

A favorite of both kids and parents. Delicious tacos! Great appetizers. Outdoor seating area is kept clean. Great for celiacs who need gluten free options!!!

Trevor Knight

Best queso in Nashville and excellent service! Took allergies seriously - they fry their chips in a separate fryer. As anyone with celiac in town knows, that’s very rare and much appreciated. Staff was warm and knowledgeable. We will be back often!

Destiny Danas

Came here because it was the only other place that had Gluten Free items besides a pizza joint. I ordered the Gf enchilada plate and it was great, I did not get sick! The food also came out very fast. I believe you have to order it Gf because I was served black beans instead of the normal pinto refried beans. Beware of the tortilla chips, the waiter told me that they are fried with other items.

JK MZ

Was invited to the quaint, adorable, and inviting atmosphere of Frannie's Vegan Café today by a sweet friend who treated me to lunch... and it was wonderful! Besides the food being super fresh and healthy it was tasty and fun too. How is food fun? Here it just is, especially if you are new to vegan food. The fun comes from stepping out of the box, trying something new and seeing how it compares to food you are otherwise used to. Frannie's has a welcoming atmosphere that's coupled with a homey kitchen and cool decor. It felt like being on vacation in a new town when stepping inside with an urban meets country vibe. For added fun, I has a patron pick out my meal, which was the jackfruit Bar B Que sandwhich with a sideof carrots and seasoned potatoes. The gluten free lemon and blueberry cupcake hit the sweets craving spot too! It was great leaving satiated and not stuffed or too full, which I attribute to the quality of the food prepared there. Definitely worth checking out!

Tabitha Williamson

Gluten free and clean meats! Vegetarian options too!

Tess Ricci

We loved our lunch here! Tons of gluten free options (most of the menu), and the food was delicious! We tried the spicy chicken, and it was lovely! This is much better than Chipotle! Will definitely be back!

Laura Arner

Good gluten free options

Lizz Taylor

I am Gluten and Corn free. They had more options than I could have hoped for. I got meat with veggies rice and beans. It was to die for!!!!

Brynna Hower

Kiara E was our server and she was amazing! I’m gluten free (celiac) and when I mentioned this to Kiara, she told me she’s gluten free as well and gave me tons of recommendations and put my mind at ease when ordering. And the food was seriously perfect.

Bethaney Moore

everything was awesome! our server Emma was so kind and accommodating, especially with being gluten free! great cocktails, great food, great service. get the street corn

Deborah Blanchard

Babalu East Memphis is not as loud as a Babalu Midtown, but it's still a little loud for a lot of conversation. However, the food is so good (and there are a lot of choices for us celiacs) that I go anyway, when I get a chance. I had a great glass of red sangria (made on site) and my companion had a yummy looking drink, but I forgot what it was. The service was good, and I especially enjoyed the new server who made the guacamole table side. Can't wait to go back!

Ronda Newcomer

Cristi Carper

Amazing!!!!!! I have Celiac Disease and have to eat gluten free. They were awesome about it!!! Extremely helpful! Went above and beyond!

Amber Hale

This is the best Mexican food I've had since leaving the west. I was so pleasantly surprised by this spot! I had the chicken tinga sopes (they were incredible) and my husband had had a burrito. I have a gluten allergy and our server assured us that the kitchen takes great care. I did not have a reaction. Our server was fantastic too, I wish I could remember his name to give him a shout out. All around great experience. When we are in Chattanooga again, we will definitely be stopping here!

Meghan Norris

This booth in the farmer’s market is excellent. They have a wide selection of food to choose from for gluten-free vegans. Their potato tacos are excellent. Don’t knock it til you try potato tacos. The esquites are a delicious snack that are 100% vegan! They served the food quickly and it’s hard to beat the atmosphere of the Nashville’s Farmer Market.

Kathy Ward

This is a fun place with good food. Marie is always our server and does A fantastic job! I have dietary restrictions and she always puts together a good gluten-free, dairy, free dish for me. I recommend it and ask for Marie!