Top 50 Gluten-Free Pet-Friendly Spots to Explore in Alexandria

Margaret Mathews

Ariane Volk

Delicious Thai street food & all the classics. Also high end cocktails. Highly recommend! Excellent gluten free options, as well as vegetarian options, and clearly marked.

Jena Van

The tacos were delicious and the service was good. The menu had clear gluten free options and a lot of them too. The tacos are more expensive than average, around $5 each, but worth it because of how tasty they are. I would recommend this place.

Kate Alvarez Anderson

My friend with celiac was absolutely giddy over the wide range of options for her and the care taken to ensure she did not accidentally ingest any gluten. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Everything was delish. It'll be our go-to when she's in town.

Rey Alexander

I had not been here in about 8 years but my brain remembered that the food was amazing. I'm now gluten free and I was impressed by the options. The food was phenomenal just like I remembered. The prices weren't as high as I remembered which was a nice treat!

Chris B

I really like this place. I am gluten intolerant so this place really hits home with all of the gluten free options. I have had various gluten free (GF) pizzas here, the GF fries mozzarella, their GF cheesesteak is really good too! Additionally the people that work in the restaurant, as well as the folks who drink and dine here are very nice and open to conversation. This place feels like (and is) a neighborhood bar and restaurant which is becoming rarer in this area. Check it out!

Meg Southee

Amazing place for celiac-safe gluten free Chinese food. This is not a sit down restaurant but it is great for takeout.

Amber Sulligan

Love this place! Gluten free options for my kids. Delicious food. Great location.

Rebecca C

Love Holy Cow because the food is good and they have lots of gluten free options. However, on two recent occasions I’ve found things in my food that should not be there… today I ordered takeout and my husband and I both found hair in our food. On another occasion I found dragonfly wings under my burger. Would have asked for a new meal, but we ordered takeout and were already home when we noticed. Love this place but makes me a little concerned to order again!

Susan Cline

Recently diagnosed with Celiacs Disease. This wonderful restaurant offers many GF options. I absolutely loved the Nopales tacos! Well done Chef's. I'll be back soon.

Frances Hess

Courtney Cox

I really can’t enough good things about this restaurant! The staff was unbelievable, and addressed my options with me as soon as I mentioned I had celiac disease. Our server Gara was great!!! Once our order was in, the manager Diego came over to introduce himself, and he reassured me the kitchen was taking care with my order! The scallops and risotto were incredible, and melted in your mouth! I’m so happy having a place I can count on for dining out!!!!

Ivy Felicia

I visited with family and we had a wonderful time! Ada's is the perfect combination of atmosphere, food and service. The location on the Potomac River is ideal too, making it an exquisite experience anytime of the day. Our waiter, Theo was friendly, efficient and attentive. Based on my reservations, he knew that I had gluten intolerance and made sure to suggest the foods that were within my restrictions. He did so without me having to ask and even communicated with the chef to ensure I had the perfect meal. When you go to Ada's be prepared to be well cared for and fully satisfied. That's why we love it there 💜

Tonya Ellis

UNO’s has a great menu, but the service needs improvement. When we arrived, the host asked how many were in our party and then walked off to grab menus. Another guest was waiting in front of us, and when he returned, he didn’t communicate for us to follow him. Instead, he walked off, leaving us standing there confused. A simple follow me would have been sufficient. Once he reached the table, he turned and waved us over as if we should have known to follow him. We assumed the lady in front of us was suppose to follow him to the table. After being seated, we waited 15 minutes before a waitress came over to ask if we had been served. Then a huge group of children came in which caused us to ask to be seated outside. That wasn’t a huge issue, but it did get quite loud in there. While the initial experience was frustrating, service improved from that point on. The waitress was attentive, and the food was enjoyable. I ordered the gluten-free pizza, which was flavorful with a good crust texture, often a challenge with gluten-free options. My husband ordered a burger with sweet potato fries, which he enjoyed. Overall, the food was good, but the lack of communication from the host and the delay in service at the start left a negative first impression. A little more attention to detail in customer service would make the dining experience much smoother.

Sarah Bigman

Took my gluten allergy very seriously! This is very appreciated especially when it comes to a chain. They made sure not to cross contaminate anything they were using including a separate mayo. Thank you Jersey Mikes!

Patrick Hawley

The many dining rooms add to the already cozy, colonial atmosphere. Service is always very good, sometimes exceptional. A wide variety of foods, plus Gluten Friendly, is great. Overall, a very nice little getaway from everything.

Matt Catalano

Great local place with good beer rotating beer selections. Personal pizzas including gluten free with many speciality options. Main sandwich options seem to now not come with sides but servings are generous.

Michael Pellegrini

Several co-workers and I recently had lunch here and the consensus was that it was fine, but not something we would likely return to. I had their signature calzone and thought the flavors were good, but it was very difficult to eat with the provided plastic utensils. I chose this calzone because it included steak, but I found the steak portion to be quite light. The fact that they offer gluten free crust might be a positive for some diners. Service was okay, ambiance was nearly non-existent, and the lack of air conditioning combined with hot pizza ovens had all of us feeling uncomfortably hot and ready to leave as soon as our lunch was finished.

Lior Seidel

KC Ellson

Really good tacos and very accommodating for gluten allergies.

Benjamin Holland

Natz 97

Authentic Turkish & Greek Cuisine in Alexandria, VA – A Hidden Gem! If you’re looking for the best Turkish and Greek restaurant in Alexandria, VA, Smyrna Restaurant should be at the top of your list! Located at 7588 Telegraph Road, Smyrna offers a culinary journey through the Aegean region with dishes that are both authentic and mouth-watering. The Aegean Odyssey menu is perfect for anyone with dietary preferences, offering a variety of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. For just $36 you get four courses, including a spread or soup, appetizer, entrée, and dessert. I went with the vegan options, and each course was bursting with fresh flavors. The quality is top-notch, and you can tell that the ingredients are carefully selected. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, with decor that transports you straight to the Mediterranean. The service is friendly and efficient – our server was attentive and knew the menu well, guiding us to the best choices. If you’re in Alexandria and searching for an incredible Turkish and Greek dining experience, Smyrna is a must-visit. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, I highly recommend stopping by this hidden gem for a meal you won’t forget! Visit on a rainy day – the warm, cozy atmosphere paired with comforting flavors is the perfect remedy.

Krista Radford

Garrett Baran

Dave Spraker

Shrimp and grits were fantastic - and gluten-free.

Ashley Steimel

We ate here several times during a weeklong stay in Old Town - so delicious! A lot of gluten-free options, which was awesome. We had the Shakshuka, flatbread, chocolate mousse cake, cheesecake. Everything we had was super yummy. Highly recommend.

Jamie Jones

Brad Bahena

Serena W.

The food here is absolutely amazing! I'm both gluten and dairy free and they are very cognizant of allergens and dietary restrictions. We went on Valentine's Day and the manager made sure that every woman received a rose. I had the Mahi Mahi Tacos and blueberry lemonade! The service was great, wonderful atmosphere and it was a perfect evening! We'll be back!!!

Rose Lynch

Gail Ramirez

Geneva Parsons

Jessica Allossery

Food was fabulous! Great ambience and our service was very friendly and knowledgeable. Just a couple minor hiccups - I ordered the shrimp tacos but unfortunately they were half corn half flour - I was hoping there would be more gluten free options. Also my mother ordered the strawberry salad which was apparently amazing, but she added a chicken breast which had some sort of curry seasoning on it - she said was a weird flavor on the salad. Final qualm is that we were told it would be a 50 min wait for the patio. After 60 mins we checked on our spot in line and they told us they gave our table away because they attempted to call us but didn’t get an answer - we did not get any phone calls. We had to wait an Additional 15 mins which was a bummer. At least the food came quickly. We’ll likely try this place out again.

Catherine Vanslyke

Jeremy Hutchins

Food was good. I enjoyed both the taste and delivery of the "gasolina" margarita. Staff was very friendly. The one thing that could have been improved was that there seemed to be some kind of communication breakdown - we have a few food allergies (gluten/dairy) between some of the members of our party and asked for a few things on the side. Only one of them actually ended up on the side and one of the orders strangely came out with a wheat tortilla instead of the corn it was supposed to. They replaced the problem items for us, but there were lots of issues, so folks with allergies should be very careful.

Huda Naeem

I thought the churro latte was so good but the gluten free chocolate banana bread was kind of dry. 5 mins from my doctors office so I will inevitably be back 🙃

Ana Maria Kleymeyer

Delicious healthy food in a cozy, clean environment. Loved the vibe and lots of gluten free options.

Tracy Nursey

They have a great sloppy “cheeseburger” with a decent GF bun and good fries w aioli, all gluten free! The “chicken” and “fish” have gluten breading, but go for the burger.

Alexandria Heller

So many people recommend this place because of its extensive gluten-free menu. But upon arrival, I was told by our server that nothing fried would be gluten-free, ok, I understand that. But the majority of the vegetables were also not gluten-free for one reason or another, which was baffling! Not a single appetizer was gluten free, the waitress suggested the steak or a fish. Unfortunately, I'm vegan as well. So we had to leave. I'm not sure who went to this place and found it to be gluten-free, friendly, but it is absolutely NOT a place to go if you have celiac disease! Exceptionally disappointing as we drive and hunted for parking for quite a while all to turn around and leave.

Charlotte Fagundes

Evelyn Kinder

Krishna Nookala

From the service to the food, our experience was phenomenal! The owner and chef Rajat tended to us personally, giving us recommendations that exceeded our expectations. One of our party has a gluten allergy and was able to fully enjoy the experience with a plethora of menu items.

Angelia Noe

Angela Smith

Joe Nash

Osteria Marzano delivered a fantastic experience for our party of nine celebrating a birthday. The cheese wheel pasta presentation was a highlight, and the kids were particularly thrilled. There were great options for gluten-free and carb-conscious diners. The boar bolognese was outstanding, and the meat and cheese platter was a crowd favorite. To top it off, they surprised us with a complimentary limoncello cake for the birthday celebration. Highly recommended for both food and ambiance!

Hilda Peterson

Erica Nelson

Beverly Vega

Carol Dudley

Jessica Doles