Top 50 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in Charleston

Kristine O'Brien

What a delicious meal!

Heather Foster

Amazing gluten free buns, burgers and chicken straps all delicious. Whole family loved! Highly recommend.

Amber Easterling

This is an amazing restaurant! Great for a date night! They offer gluten-free pizza cooked in a separate oven and GF pasta cooked in separate water. We got the prosciutto board with gluten-free bread and the Spicy Soppressata pizza. It was absolutely amazing!!!

Kyle Holmes

An all around spectacular meal. First the service was first class from the greeting and seating to the table service. Every single dish was fantastic but the Beef Carpaccio and BBQ Tuna really stood out. Great selection of Gluten Free options on the menu, very accommodating. Thank you for the wonderful visit, can't wait to return.

Peyton Marge

These guys are great! They get all new knives, cutting boards, and gloves to accommodate celiac and are very knowledgeable. Can’t recommend enough!

Paige Rajala Benson

The best gluten-free sandwich I’ve ever had. Unreal tastes paired between bread. Already dreaming of another sandwich from here!

Amber Easterling

A lovely restaurant with a lovely atmosphere. We went for brunch and there were a few GF options on the menu. I was a little taken back that the chef was unwilling to modify a dish by substituting chicken for shrimp. I ended up with a salad and added chicken to it. My husband’s food came out cold with a film over it. I’ve heard such great things about this restaurant, so was a little disappointed. Maybe it was just an off day.

Thomas Frankenberry

We love our Mellow Mushroom, this was our first time at this location. I had the custom burger with bacon mushrooms and onion. It is a double patty smash burger style. Slamming good. Service was good the waitress was training and serving several other tables we went during the lunch rush. My wife had the steak and cheese calzone. Good could use a little more cheese. My sone had the gluten free pizza he has severe food allergies and this is the only place he can eat pizza other than if we make at home.

Amber Easterling

I was there for brunch, which is a little more difficult for GF options than dinner. No pancakes, no biscuits, no gravy, no fried chicken. They can modify some of the menu items to be GF. I got the short rib dirty rice with fried egg bc it didn’t need to be modified. The deviled eggs were amazing. I will say that they do want to accommodate wherever they can, but it is difficult with the breaded and fried items. I will go back for dinner some time though.

Rebekah Spencer

Husband is gluten free and had a lot of options available for him. All of our food was delicious and staff was very friendly!

Crystal Coney

Amazing Gluten Free pancakes! Always pop in when I'm in town! 🫶🏽

Jupiter Grove

Great little place with a nice selection on the menu. They do accommodate gluten-free although it's not their specialty. You can get a $6 yuengling draft or pay as much as you want for mixed drinks. They truly have something for everyone.

Katie W

Surprisingly quick to fulfill orders. They have a gluten free baguette that was good and great options to create your own salad.

Danielle Dyer

This was our 2nd time here... We went for my birthday and truly enjoyed it again!! Our sever Molly was beyond fantastic!! She truly made my birthday so special!! The food was delicious! We had the she crab soup, calamari, loaded mash potatoes and the Ribeye!! All gluten free!!!!! And when we told Molly we just couldn't eat anymore she was so sweet and brought me some strawberries and whipped cream with a candle so I could make my birthday wish ❤️❤️❤️ which is so important to me ☺️☺️☺️ We truly recommend everything about high cotton!!

Daniela D

I was there with my daughter who has some food allergies. They make any dishes on their menu to your liking. She had the linguine which they were able to make gluten free and duck breast with simple spices as she wanted. They make wonderful dishes here. This was not the first time we had dinned here but unfortunately it might be out last due to their parking. When we got to our car it had a boot on it. The owner of the lot thought we were dishonest people and called the authorities to boot our car. I still had to pay the fine to get it off. Please be careful when you park here. It's a good thing that Charleston has other restaurants that are even better then this one. Thank you

natalia sides

We had such a fun time here for our friends birthday trip! Our girl Rachel was so sweet and took the best care of our large group! The drinks were delicious and the food came out quickly and was very tasty! Also loved that they had a gluten free menu for my friend! Highly recommend

Elliott Roberts

GLUTEN FREE WAFFLES!!! They are delicious, light and fluffy. We had the banana peanut butter and prosciutto which was great to swap with my wife, sweet and savory. We will be back for sure!!

Avery Hatch

The perfect spot for a more casual but still delicious dinner in downtown. Lots of well marked gluten free options, and some creative/fun options for folks who might not want seafood. Our server was attentive, friendly, and quick. We were seated immediately on a Monday evening despite the no-reservation policy. Would definitely return!

Maria Rodriguez Santaella

It had a nice vibe. I ordered the chicken bacon gluten free pizza and a Caesar salad. Both the pizza and salad were great.

Stacie White

I got the smokehouse salad with smoked turkey which was juicy and flavorful. My party also got a serving of smoked turkey with sides that were substantial, the smoked turkey sandwich was absolutely phenomenal with the pimento cheese and beautifully toasted bun, the pulled pork tacos which were displayed well and were stuffed substantially. We also tried to zero proof mocktails. Highly recommend the sweet sereni-tea and the "nojito". Fresh and beautiful presentation. Our server Meghan was attentive and pleasant the entire meal. They were also accommodating and attentive towards my dietary restriction of gluten. 10/10

Brian Sinyard

Outstanding dining experience. We let our server choose everything (drinks and food) after sharing our preferences. They even accommodate my friend who required gluten free options (and they had quite a few). Highly recommend the duck appetizer. Great service!!

Lindsey Rivera

Great coffee. They have a variety of pastries including vegan and gluten free options. They have an outdoor seated area that is well shaded for warmer days.

Amber Easterling

A must for breakfast or brunch! They have a gluten friendly menu if you ask. They have a dedicated cooking space and fryer for GF food and they offer GF bread for burgers/sandwiches. The French toast is amazing!!

Sylvia Sheridan

Not bad for a quick take-home pizza!! You can also dine there! Gluten-free option as well which is a big plus for me! I love that you can add your own toppings and it doesn't change the price!!! ♥️

LaSandra Teixeira

Ms. Rose’s Fine Food is a treat in Charleston! The food was absolutely delicious—highly recommend the avocado burger with the gluten-free bun, which was sturdy, flavorful, and a perfect match. The meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans was another standout. Don’t leave without trying the brisket fries—mouthwatering! The restaurant is spacious, the staff is warm and welcoming, and our waitress Raven gave top-notch service with great recommendations for us first-timers. We’ll definitely be back!

Molly Woodruff

They have the best gluten free homemade crust!! Highly recommend this place for my fellow GF friends. You can pick whichever pizza to have it made with the GF crust. Service was great too.

Lisa H

We stopped by for a quick lunch. The food was really good! They have a gluten-free menu with multiple options. Unfortunately, they do not have gluten-free bread or rolls, so no sandwiches, but everything else was great.

Julie Slack

Dietary accommodations

Lynette Karaoglu

The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating to my dietary needs. Chef informed me of a dish I ordered that was not gluten free and offered me another choice.

M.R. Munoz

Great wine list and variety of craft beers. A wide variety of dishes available with creative flavor combinations. Local seafood and fish. Gluten free options clearly labeled on the menu. Highly recommend if you visit the Charleston area. Note— beer and wine only. No liquor due to proximity to high school.

Laura Ritter

It was busy, but loved the gluten free, dairy free pumpkin cake, green tea and coffee.

Megan Lassen

Great flavor, large portions, and safe for celiac and dairy allergies!! I'd eat there often if I lived in the area!

Natalie Ireland

We came with a large party and our server was great! Quick, attentive, knowledgeable about what was celiac safe on the menu which is a huge plus for me! Everything we had was so good, food and drinks! Would love to check out their patio next time.

Michelle Hughes

Wonderful fresh food! Delicious and many options for gluten free!

Amber Easterling

They offer 3 GF desserts. It was really hard to see the peanut butter chocolate cupcake and not be able to have it, but the chocolate mousse tart was delicious. It’s a great place to pick up dessert!

R S

We enjoyed our meals but think the fish was slightly overcooked. Our appetizer of crab dip with gluten free crackers was our favorite part. We had to wait about 45 minutes at the bar on a Tuesday night. It’s a very popular place and would love to try some of their other dishes. They have a separate gluten free menu and are I felt it was very celiac safe. They made my husband’s dish celiac safe too so that he could share with me. I greatly appreciate the attention to diet restrictions.

Courtney Watts

Best food, atmosphere, and service. Seperate fryer for tortilla chips, which means nachos for someone like me that has celiac disease. They are very accommodating and have lots of allergy friendly foods. I can't say enough great things about this Taco Boy. Just bring your sweater if sitting inside.

DareToAim Photography

Best breakfast/brunch we’ve had in Charleston. Would highly recommend. Service was great & fast. Our waitress Amelia was kind & attentive. We loved the vibes & just what we were looking for. They also had gluten free toast which was an added bonus for me.

Amber Easterling

A great place for dinner with a beautiful waterfront view. Nothing is labeled GF on the menu, but a lot of their items are naturally GF or can be modified to be gluten free. For example, they can cook the brussel sprouts and potatoes in a pan rather than in the fryer. Or leave the bread off of the burrata appetizer. They are very knowledgeable about celiac and can customize your meal in their open view kitchen. They also have a rooftop bar which is more casual.

NathanKelly Diffley

Gluten free people of Charleston definitely need to check this place out! Dedicated gluten free fryers, fried chicken 👀👀👀. We had a great meal. We got the chopped Italian salad and chicken sandwich on fries. I don’t love the ordering system, but a staff member came and helped us order via their app. Very knowledgeable about their gluten free items, or very willing to double check with the kitchen. Will visit again when I’m in town. Fun place and great atmosphere.

zembeil

Wine flights were delicious and a good deal! We stopped by for drinks and snacks. They have a gluten free option for their flatbreads which was tasty. We sat at the bar inside and the bartender was attentive and helpful. Their big thing is frozé which you can get in a bag to go. I didn’t have them but my friend did and she said they were delightful and refreshing!

Rachel Odum

Atmosphere is charming and intimate. There was a had written card reserving the table. Jon, the server was amazing and accommodating with my gluten sensitivity. I recommend the Paris Market plate and strawberry lemonade tea. I hope to have a chance to go back for a high tea experience.

Angel Smith

Their gluten free bread is delish. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The outdoor seating was very relaxing. A great hidden gem downtown for some good food.

Meg Manley

Fabulous meal, with lots of choices for everyone in the family - this included a very picky eater and someone with celiac (great burgers on GF buns!)

Nathaniel Reed

A delicious dinner! Sean C. Was such a good server. He was very thoughtful regarding a gluten allergy at our table and went above and beyond to accommodate us. Will definitely come back!

Grace Dawson Beatty

Absolutely amazing. I have gluten and dairy intolerance. The staff were amazing in terms of thinking ahead and also educating me how food is prepared so I felt safe in my choices. 10/10. The steak and chicken fajitas were superb. Loved the margarita. Absolutely will be back. Thank you Ben and Peyton for an amazing experience!

Oliver Michels

Great food and service. One of the tastiest gluten-free pizzas I have ever had.

Maggie Gehrlein

Wonderful dinner experience with delicious food. They had sliced cucumber to have with the saganaki and the gluten free shrimp santorini was so warm and tasty.

Andy Tam

We came for breakfast and tried a bit of everything. Honestly, we were not impressed with the food or the coffee. It was really good that gluten free bread was availble as one of us was gluten intorleant, so that's super. However the watermelon salad lacked any flavor and the chicken waffles were OK (waffles were a tad soggy). Overall, there are some improvement areas in the food department.

Julia von Schilling

The food is exquisite. The waitstaff was patient in suggesting gluten-free options for me and checked on me often. I am new to the area and was ecstactic to find authentic Szechuan cuisine in the Charleston vicinity. Go early. Go often.