If you are GF, this is the place; everything is gluten-free. We happened upon the summer menu filled with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend the cheddar biscuits, the beet appetizer, the braised short ribs, finished with the chocolate torte. Unique selection of cocktails, and the wine menu is extensive. My glass of Malbec was very good. Service was attentive, personable, yet not always in your space. Highly recommend!
We had salads and pizzas delivered for our large group one night. They were fast and efficient. Salads were fresh and delicious (Greek salad). The pizzas satisfied our cravings and went perfectly with the wine we had at home. Solid crust and ingredients. We had a guest that was gluten free and she was able to pick her option and enjoy a great pizza alongside everybody.
A great experience from start to finish. My cousin has a gluten allergy and our waitress Carly and the manager Ian personally made sure everything was safe for her to eat. We appreciated going above and beyond for that. Try the elote dip!
I love this place. I've been here a few times and I like it more the more I visit.
The food options are numerous for me (Gluten allergy) and I'm all about organic foods. They are also very conscious of allergies and accommodate accordingly.
The staff is friendly and playful, too! They clearly care about the principles of this place.
And atmosphere is nothing special, but gets the job done. 5 stars for sustainability though, with their steel cutlery and plates.
Come check it out! Totally worth it.
White Duck Tacos are a must if you're in Asheville! The tacos are amazing, staff is friendly, and the location on the river has a great outdoor seating space! Great for gluten free needs and very dog friendly.
I am madly in love with this establishment.
I talk nonstop about this place, having vegan and gluten free options that are very delicious. Dobra is such a traditionally raw beauty. :) I can't wait to make all my Asheville journeys mainly for you guys!
IT WAS SO AMAZING I CAME HERE 3 TIMES IN A WEEK. I CANT RECCOMEND THIS PLACE ENOUGH. It deserves 7 stars. Everything is gluten free and celiac safe.
all the staff is wonderful. Everyone was very accommodating and the owner Jason was absolutely kind beyond means.
Each time I came here and tried something new. I can't even tell you that I've had a favorite because everything was new and had unique flavors. Just the fact that everything is gluten-free means that there's so many different options to try.
I loved every flavor I had. The portions are huge! The food is fresh and everything is cooked there. There was not one bad thing I could say about this place. Theres not one thing that I disliked here. Id come back a million more times.
From the whole fish, to the pandebono, to the fish stew with coconut milk, everything is to die for. Amazing restaurant and amazing quality. Everything is perfect. The food comes out fast too. Well done.
We were seated quickly and the food came fast too. Michael was very attentive. Our whole party enjoyed our food and experience. I appreciated the gluten friendly menu and both the gf bourbon street pancakes and gf toast were delicious!
Our waitress was incredible big shout-out to Sierra she was kind helpful attentive and sweet. The gluten-free buns were very delicious. I don't prefer a sports bar type setting but other than that the Ambiance was great.
Great cocktails, great gluten free food for coeliacs (highly recommend the Buddha bowl), and so good for veggies and vegans too! Cool atmosphere would hands down recommend.
Always great food and service here. As a celiac, I appreciate the car and attention the team show to label my food and offer me substitutions for the items I cannot eat. Love the southern scramble and biscuit. A thank you to Joey for taking care of me today, and the sisters who often look after me at this location
Sunny Point Cafe, located at 626 Haywood Road in West Asheville, North Carolina, has been a beloved establishment since its opening in 2003. Known for its farm-to-table approach, the cafe offers a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-sensitive options. The on-site garden adjacent to the dining area supplies fresh ingredients, ensuring that each dish is both flavorful and sustainable.
The cafe's ambiance reflects Asheville's eclectic and welcoming spirit. With its hippie-chic decor and colorful chalkboard specials, Sunny Point creates a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere. The staff is frequently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a dining experience that feels both personal and enjoyable.
Sunny Point Cafe's menu features several standout dishes that have garnered both local and national acclaim. The Huevos Rancheros, a signature breakfast item, consists of two eggs, black bean cakes, chorizo (or tofu chorizo), feta cheese, potatoes, and green salsa, topped with cilantro crema and freshly made tortilla chips. This dish was voted #2 in the nation by Good Morning America.
Another favorite is the Shrimp and Grits, an award-winning house special that combines chipotle cheddar grits with blackened shrimp, bacon, roasted tomatoes, and a white wine Dijon cream sauce. The dish is noted for its rich, smoky flavor and the unique kick provided by the chipotle grits.
For those seeking a hearty meal, the Fried Chicken and Waffle Sandwich is a popular choice. This dish features a sweet potato waffle paired with a fried chicken thigh, pimento cheese, bacon, and jalapeño jam, offering a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Despite its popularity, Sunny Point Cafe maintains a commitment to quality and community. The on-site garden not only supplies fresh produce for the kitchen but also serves as a pleasant diversion for guests during peak hours. Visitors are encouraged to explore the garden, which showcases the cafe's dedication to sustainability and farm-to-table dining.
It's worth noting that due to its popularity, the cafe often experiences long wait times, especially during peak hours. Many patrons consider the wait worthwhile, given the quality of the food and service. However, those on a tight schedule might consider visiting during off-peak times or be prepared for a leisurely dining experience.
In summary, Sunny Point Cafe embodies the essence of Asheville's vibrant culinary scene. With its commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, diverse menu offerings, and welcoming atmosphere, it continues to be a favorite among both locals and visitors. Whether you're in the mood for a classic breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a unique brunch experience, Sunny Point Cafe offers a dining experience that is both satisfying and memorable.
We love this pizza place! I always do the build your own pizzas, and every combination I've tried has been delicious. Great for those on a special diet too – their website is really detailed on all allergen info for all toppings and they are very careful about handling gluten-free pizzas. I usually order ahead on their app to save time.
Gypsy Queen has been a favorite for a long time. They are great with allergies, and their gluten free Pita is amazing (which is rare to find). The chicken shawarma is my go-to!
Our lunch was delicious! The restaurant and city are recovering from the hurricane, so the menu was limited, but very tasty! We had delicious salad, sweet potato fries, the soup of the day, and a BLT wrap with slaw. The salad and fries were our favorites. Great gluten free options, and a nice cafe location with patio. The staff did a great job despite the challenges they are facing. Thank you Green Sage!!! We appreciate your service and delicious food for those with allergies and dietary restrictions 😊
Just had an unforgettable meal at Gemelli’s in Asheville and had to share! If you’re craving authentic Italian—think house-made pastas, risottos, and desserts that taste like they came straight from Italy—this is the spot. The atmosphere is cozy and European-inspired, perfect for a date night or family dinner.
Favorites from our table: the cacio e pepe, calabrian scampi, and the cannoli (seriously, don’t skip dessert!). The staff is warm and attentive, and they offer gluten-free options too.
Bonus: prices are reasonable for the quality, and there’s plenty of parking. Highly recommend Gemelli’s for anyone looking for a true Italian experience right here in Asheville! 🇮🇹✨
Went in for dinner tonight and got a table for 3 after maybe a 10 min wait, which was amazing. The host was super friendly and got us situated.
Our server (Asil) greeted us with waters and sold us on hibiscus teas, stating if we didn’t like them we could swap them out. We ordered pretty quickly after. We ordered cauliflower for an appetizer, falafel gyro (gluten free) with potatoes, lamb gyro (gluten free) with a side Greek salad, and a chicken kabob platter (no dietary restrictions). I expressed our gluten sensitivity to the server. She seemed to be understanding of what we needed. After that she never came back except to drop the dishes and I mean literally drop. Halfway off the table. No check back, no water refills, nothing. I realized upon trying my salad there were croutons, which I can’t have. We waited, waited and waited. The whole table finished everything (minus my salad) and still no sign of our server. It wasn’t until another server overheard me say “I guess our server forgot us?” that anyone checked back at all. She took the salad and went to correct it. We sat there a while longer and then our server finally came over. I explained the salad issue. She said “yeah the salad has croutons” like I was supposed to know that even after a full discussion about me being gluten sensitive. She eventually came back with the salad…dropping it as if I was wrong for having an issue. It was almost confrontational. I’m not sure how else to describe it. Everyone else at the table had long since finished their meals so I asked for a box. She stormed back over with 4 boxes. “I brought different sizes because I don’t know what you need.” Over the treatment from the server, who literally didn’t provide service throughout the entire meal, I got up and brought her my card. I asked “have I offended you in some way?” A nearby server promptly quipped “no one’s offended we’re just really busy” to which our server said “yeah I was just really nervous because your salad was taking so long.” I responded stating she never checked on us once…
Long story short…the food was excellent…BEWARE if you have dietary restrictions though….the service however was so poor that at that price point we won’t be back.
This is my favorite restaurant at Biltmore Estate for lunch or dinner. The pork burger is amazing and the Shepard’s pie is so delicious! GF items are marked but they can modify other dishes. The GF buns are homemade and are so delicious! The fries are in a dedicated fryer at this restaurant.
This is a great place!! We enjoyed our delicious burgers & fries at the huge outdoor seating area with our 2 dogs. Their gluten free bun was pretty good too. We then shared a piece of their gluten free carrot cake and OMG!!! We'll definitely be back!
Delicious!! We got a regular pie and a gluten free pie. Both were so good! We are from NY, and this is the closest pizza we’ve had that taste like New York pizza!!
Best salmon I've eaten in a decade! How do you do what you do? I'm a 35+ year local, and from day one onward, the food is always excellent! I was so delighted by the many gluten free entree options, and the best treat was the *gluten-free* fried green tomatoes (which my husband and cousin always order everywhere we go, but I am unable to enjoy, myself) I had 2 all for myself since I never get to have any, and everyone agreed the were the best they'd had, anywhere! YUM!
Thank you Vinnie's for having Gluten Free pasta and for having the option to prepare the Chicken Marsala gf! If I had known that sooner I'd come every week!
Came here on Friday night, and it was a little sleepy. The staff were fantastically friendly, and the pizzas came out quick! Sat on their patio, and had a one regular pizza and one gluten free. They warm you the gluten free dough edges come out a little charred, but I wouldn't have known the difference otherwise! Good beer, good pizzas, good staff, what's not to like?
Went there for a bite to eat before seeing a show nearby. There's a great selection of tacos, along with gluten-free & dairy free options for them. All of them were excellent! Plenty of seating, friendly & prompt service. We'll be back again!
The service was great, everyone was so kind! The food was also DELICIOUS! This is the best place I’ve eaten at since coming to the Asheville area; so good I don’t want to go to a different spot and I want to come back here instead! There are many options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and meat lovers! Everything is local and the mission behind this place is wonderful. I got the Tempe sandwich and fries and it was SOOOO good and SO flavorful! The kale salad with the dressing (super good dressing) and scramble were also delicious! Great price too.
While I have been gifted treats from here, this was my first time visiting for myself. We opted for the drive thru window. We had to wait a few minutes for service. There appeared to just be one person helping people inside as well as the drive thru. The wait gave us enough time to figure out what we wanted. There was a handwritten chalkboard with all of the menu items for the day. Unfortunately the regular breakfast cookies, which are our go-to, were sold out. My son did snag the last gluten free breakfast cookie. My daughter opted for a blueberry muffin while I had the pineapple banana bread. Both were good but not quite as good as our usual breakfast cookies. The gluten free breakfast cookie was put in a bag along with the non-gluten free items, which was a little concerning.
I'm glad that I had the opportunity to support a small business and look forward to returning again!
I used to love going to Odd’s Cafe, and would recommend it to my friends all the time, but the last 3 times I’ve been, the espresso had a burnt taste and I had to throw out my drinks because they were undrinkable. The environment there used to be bright and friendly, but there’s now a pretentious air about the place and I don’t feel welcomed when I come in.
The gluten free treats are pretty good, so it’s worth it to stop in for a to go snack, just stay away from the coffee and espresso, and choose tea or a smoothie.
We went here for my moms 70th birthday and holy smokes did it exceed all of my expectations. The service was incredible, attentive and sincere. Our server did an amazing job of staying on top of all our needs while also giving us space to enjoy and never making us feel rushed. We took almost all of his recommendations for food, from apps to mains and dessert and each one was spot on and delicious. I so appreciated that management came to our table to check in and how special they all made my mom feel. The food was out of control good with so many gluten free options for me that everyone enjoyed sharing. The vibe and atmosphere were perfect for a nice dinner, celebration or some romance. I can't believe I waited this long to go here even though it's in my neighborhood. I couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate my mom. I'm a customer for life now and I can't wait to go back.
The staff was friendly, the cafe had a nice atmosphere and was very clean. Very interesting, healthy dishes. Great vegan and gluten free options.
WARNING: They don't season their food even half decently. Make sure to salt your food thoroughly before you leave if you get takeout, or have salt and pepper on hand at home.
Also, for a "healthy alternative that doesn't even salt their food properly" place, the lack of a nutritional guide, or any kind of calorie information available is a huge letdown. This place ultimately fails to be perfect for health nuts, or for people who want food to taste really good. But it was still a decent experience with food that was good after liberal application of my own seasonings.
Best beef burger flavor wise I’ve had in avl. I am a fan of another top burger joint Juicy Lucy’s, but honestly I’d rather come here. Food is fresh, hot, and flavorful. They have gluten free options that amazed me-still wish they wouldn’t charge for a change of bun, however you can get it lettuce wrapped for free.
I just want to say the pizza is phenomenal, which is why I’m putting 5 stars, but I do want to add a small critique—every time a gluten free pizza is ordered, the cashier asks “is it an allergy or just a sensitivity?” word for word, which I’m sure they were trained to do. However, that comes off as pretty rude, like “ughh do we actually have to accommodate you?” and also sort of minimizes people who have a genuine sensitivity, I.e. it’s not deadly but they’d rather not suffer at all. A better question might be, “is it an allergy or a preference?” Or, better yet, just do the procedure for a gluten free pizza without quizzing the customer on why they’re asking. Again, very good pizza and overall friendly service, but I just wanted to make that suggestion :)
The gluten free cheesecake was amazing. My bf almost regretted getting the tiramisu but it was just as good to him. The drinks are great too, not too sweet but not bland. Staff was friendly and helped with recommendations too. The whole place is calm and lots of art and fixtures to admire. My favorite little cafe to come to when I visit from DC.
My family were in the area visiting from out of town and gave this place a try. It was delicious. We are gluten free and this pizza really delivered. Even got a gluten free sandwich. Thanks a lot for caring for the gluten free folks who are visiting the area.
Taco Temple is the best taco joint in Asheville. And I'm from Austin, Texas, so I know tacos. They have fresh, healthy options as well as decadent ones, and everything can be accommodated for a Gluten Free and/or Dairy Free diet (although probably not for Celiacs with cross contamination). Great Guacamole and salsa options, too, as well as a great variety of sides and salads. It's counter service, which is fast and easy, and the indoor and outdoor seating is charming and cheerful. Great place for a casual first date! They also have a drive through window pick up for take-out (order ahead of time), which is super convenient and pretty quick. When I'm missing Austin noms, this is where I go.
Enjoyed this place for a long time until they took off gluten free options. Sad that I can no longer enjoy pizza there and that they would decide to stop having options to support dietary needs.
Fabulous meal, excellent service, innovative food and cocktail menu, and a fun environment. Lots of vegetarian and gluten friendly options. Highly recommend!
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