Top 50 Gluten-Free Dining Spots Across Charlottesville

Kelsea Watson

This place was so good we came back the next day because we couldn’t stop thinking about it. I have celiac and the celiac waffle was incredible. My husband loved the paffles! The owners were so friendly and welcoming. Definitely going to be a tradition on our next trips to Charlottesville!

hunter hicks

Great gluten free options.

Tyra Drouillard

The food is always delicious and the service is great! I love that they have so many gluten free options!

Amy Leidecker

Most of this menu is gluten free! Delicious meal.

Doris Biddix

Gluten Free menu with lots of options. Food was delicious & restaurant very clean!

Jordan Wagemann

If I could give the service zero stars, I would. I ordered through DoorDash and did not receive part of my order, which was for a coworker - a gluten free pizza (the only thing she can eat). We contacted DoorDash and they asked us to call Mellow Mushroom. I spoke to a manager who went back and forth with me regarding getting MY money back. He was rude and impatient, when at that point all I wanted was my money back for something I did not get. Maybe the Dasher kept the other pizza, but it would have made the experience better to talk to a nicer manager. I will not be returning to this location.

Nadav Meyer

Really nice place. A lot of gluten free options and great burgers

Melissa Hoff

Extremely delicious food! Was in the town for the weekend and stopped in for brunch because I saw this restaurant was exclusively plant-based. I got the gluten-free savory waffles (under the brunch menu waffles 2 ways) which could quite easily be the tastiest breakfast I’ve ever had. Was able to eat outdoors and enjoy the weather too ☀️ Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back and try some more!

LaCenia Cheek

I was looking for a healthy breakfast after my cycle workout and this was absolute perfection. I had the avocado toast with lox (they even have gluten free options, which I had) with a smoothie. It was delightful and the ambiance is super fresh. Go experience it for yourself :-)

Emily Palmer

We had an absolutely fantastic meal here on Valentine's Day. Even on a busy night, we were seated promptly for our reservation, but not rushed through our meal. The drinks menu is delightful, and the zero-proof options are thoughtful and complex. We had delicious appetizers (GF Corn Muffins, yum!) but could have skipped the chicken wings. Entrees were delicious and both of us commented on how nice it was that the dishes came with several accompany vegetables - it made it feel like a complete meal without having to order a ton of sides. Finally, the desserts were delicious - the chocolate mud pie is definitely shareable, and we also enjoyed the banana pudding. One of us ordered gluten free items and they were all delicious, definitely recommend for dietary restrictions!

Jonah Williams

Great food and service as well as gluten free options. We will be back!

Liz Abrams

Greet gluten feee pizza.

Gwen Branner

Stop reading this review now and get to Kanak Indian Kitchen. Everything about this restaurant is spectacular— food, atmosphere, service, drinks. They have an awesome gluten free naan and clear specifications for GF. The rice, the mango chutney, the sauces… I mean, wow. I’m actually sitting in the restaurant now for lunch writing this review because it couldn’t wait. I got an Anjali’s Elixir which was an out-of-this-world, write-home flavor experience. Go, go now!!! I can’t wait to be hungry again so I may come back.

catalina Jones

I have a new found eating place. Being celiac, there are not many options for noodle dishes, but omgosh, I had an amazing meal finally, pasta and grilled chicken with alfredo sauce,and I even got an extra to go and a rice crispy treat that was so big and 😋 😋 yummy

Gaynelle Morris

R Dillen is a fantastic server. I also love the food. The fact they have Gluten Free food is wonderful.

Alexis Jones

We enjoyed a great meal on the patio. Food is ready super fast and is so fresh and good. Easily customize for food allergies including dairy and gluten free. The brisket is amazing… we’ll be back!

Sara Jaye

Dino is the best - celiac gluten free pizza is the bomb!

Samantha Federico

Service was so friendly! There is a variety of options for vegans, gluten free, vegetarian, and people who can eat about anything. Everything was delicious from the Thai iced tea to the Crying Tiger and pad Thai. Monsoon Siam is located on the downtown mall in Charlottesville. Great spot to go for a work lunch, night with friends, or a date!

Ben Campbell

Most delicious pork chop I’ve ever had somehow- great mashed potatoes and collared greens as well. Pricey but worth the cost. Gluten free friendly!!

Mike and Emily Geiser

Good burger, plenty of fries. A little pricy. Need a gluten free bun option like others have.

Tiffany Hernandez

Gluten free buns available for any of the sandwiches!!! This is not on their menu nor did I see it posted "just had to ask". Yum! Fresh home style pulled chicken sandwich the "winner" "winner" absolutely delicious and completely unexpected. After attempting to pick it up and failing miserably I actually ate my sandwich with a knife and fork! The tortilla chips were great - not like your traditional tortilla chips. Nice and clean place with outdoor seating available. Cashier was very friendly and helpful.

Amy Hammond

I almost put four stars but then felt guilty. The reason being the portion sizes seem small for the price, but I'm going to add the caveat that I live in a rural area, where things are dirt cheap. So it's likely my bias. That aside, the food was great. I got a ham and brie and they had gluten free bread which is always exciting. Gluten free is well marked on the menu. overall, a nice little lunch spot.

GK K

I really loved the fact that the menu had plenty of vegan and gluten free options. I would recommend the black pepper tofu and broccoli. Cozy, lively atmosphere and our waitress was such a sweetheart. Would definitely eat here again.

Lindsey Budd-Clark

We had The Local cater our wedding and it was an amazing experience! We had tons of options and everything was customizable. The biscuit bar immediately sold us too! Our dinner was a plated meal and it was similar to restaurant style set up and serving. We were able to have children’s meals as well as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free plates for guests! No one went hungry or thirsty! The staff was enjoyable and floated through the venue like pros making sure everything was managed and everyone was happy. They 100% contributed to the smoothness of the evening. My glass was always full and I was met with politeness and hospitality. During the planning phase we even were invited to the restaurant for a meal and were shown great hospitality then too. I would definitely recommended this location to anyone looking for a GREAT meal and GREAT service.

S P

This was such a quaint spot to stop into while browsing the Downtown Mall area of Charlottesville! It’s a little hidden and we stumbled upon it by accident, but I believe that adds to the charm of the place. It’s on the top floor so you will need to walk up steps and I didn’t see an elevator for those with mobility concerns. At the top you’re greeted by a Bedouin themed area with both table and chair seating and traditional Bedouin style seating (low tables and cushions for seats). There is also a private seating area in the back with similar Bedouin style seating and a few outdoor table/chair seats. Although it has varying tea options, there were a decent amount of food options as well. The restaurant is vegetarian with a decent number of vegan options as well. They do also have the option to add salmon to some of their dishes if you prefer meat protein. Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free options are labeled on the menu so no need for guessing. We ordered Blossoming Tea, the Smoked Salmon Sandwich with a side of Dahl, the Coconut Cardamon Cake, and the Vegan Spice Cake. First time trying dahl so for those who also haven’t tried it before, it’s made of lentils so tastes like a grainer porridge. We enjoyed the spice cake but found the Cardamon Teacake a tad dry. The Smoked Salmon Sandwich was wonderful. As a tea enthusiast this was a great visit, but this is also a must visit if you just want a cool place to take a break or if you want a cozy spot to eat. Will visit again if in town. pics via @nokesidefoodie

Kimberly Knauer

Good food, some stuff came out a bit late but they had gluten free bread options so this place is good in my book.

Ali Drew

Wonderful dinner and service. We were so happy that the heat broke and we were able to eat outside. Our server kept our water glasses full which was very appreciated since it was still warm. I am Gluten, Dairy and soy free so I always worry what I'll be able to eat. The server helped me pick and I got the brussel sprouts over grits with chicken. I also had a few cocktails, My husband had the salmon burger The Ego Boost is a really nice cocktail, I would recommend it if you like bourbon. We finished the night with the GF almond and olive oil cake that was to die for. Excellent dinner and experience overall.

George Wright

My wife and I had an amazing experience and meal here. My wife has celiac disease and normally when we go out to eat the questions we have about gluten free options are usually seen as an inconvenience or burden. Our visit tonight was quite the contrary! Paul went through the menu item by item and did it with an enthusiasm that shows his love for serving others and love for food. The meal was exquisite and next time we are in Charlottesville we will be back. Ask for Paul!!!

Maple Falls

Had a wonderful experience here. HUGE selection of beer from all over the Americas. They even have GLUTEN FREE BEER! The best two brands IMO. Had dinner and many laughs.

colleen Fortine

The gluten free pizza had a cardboard texture. The calamari was rub bands. The service was great. Will not be back

Jeff Phillips

They were able to accommodate our party of 8 on a Friday night without a reservation, and everyone found something on the menu that they liked including two vegetarians and one gluten-free eater. Service was prompt and accurate.

Coral Holt

We had a wonderful experience at Smyrna. All of the staff were so welcoming and attentive, and the food was next level. So many unique dishes to choose from. They were very accommodating of my gluten allergy as well. I’m sad that I don’t live here so I can’t come back all the time!

Marc Hamel

Great experience. These guys were busy and had the food prepared quickly. I asked for the Gluten Free option on my burger (lettuce wrap in place of bun) and they were trained properly and asked if this was because of Gluten allergy (yes). Delicious and juicy burgers. Hit and crunchy fries and cold soda. Perfect experience. Only one other comment would be keep an eye on dining space and trash overflows. I know you were busy but we had to clean our own table. Otherwise I fully enjoyed my late lunch. Thanks guys.

Dan Freeland

Overpriced tourist food- only redeeming quality was there were OK Gluten-free options. I could actually order something reasonable.

Christopher DeGennaro

What a fantastic restaurant. And Thomas, the manager, was an unbelievable host. Super accommodating and made sure my wife's gluten allergy could be accommodated.

Dru West

A Pizza Picnic!! 🍕🧺 This Gluten Free Veggie was fantastic! You can taste the Love! ❤️ Thank you! 🙏 Highly Recommended!

Carol Garcia

Daniel Bickell

Best burger I’ve ever had. Me and my girlfriend got the same exact thing two days in a row because of how good it was. Good gluten free buns.

Madeline

A wonderful place to get a sweet treat. Plenty of dairy and gluten free options, and the owner, PK, is always very careful when I mention my food allergies. There are classic gelato flavors to choose from that sit alongside unique and really creative flavors for those who like to try new things! We also ordered custom gluten free & dairy free cupcakes for our baby shower that were absolutely delicious and worth every penny. Splendora's is a family favorite of ours. Definitely a small business to support!

Chris Ryan

Great for a quick bite to eat. They have an app you can order on and pick up. They also have a loyalty card (buy 10 get 1 free). You can sub the pita for carrots if you have a gluten intolerance.

888 Entertainment LLC

Dining area and tables a bit small. Can fully hear other people's convo during dinner because it's small and cramped. At least the room we were in. Didn't matter much because the food was amazing. Service was also great. Absolutely amazing... This is respectfully comparable to the upscale Italian restaurants in Chicago. I had the chicken parm w/sausage & gluten free pasta. WOW 10/10 -- The pasta and everything tasted exactly like it was made from scratch. The texture in the pasta is so beautiful. Elegant dining experience and the waitress was very accommodating. Please visit this gem if you're ever in the area. We would definitely visit again! Thanks staff + cook! =) Waterman’s surfside grille This was right across the street from out hotel. I saw this place stay packed throughout the day the WHOLE weekend. Thank goodness we only had to walk across the street. They only offer valet parking at the restaurant, so just be aware. There's a beautiful view inside of the ocean front. It looks better on the inside than the outside. I had the fried seafood platter with the soup. It was amazing. Oh my goodness.. I wish I would've ate here more than once! 10/10 experience.

Vicki Hall

Staff member (Fern) was incredibly kind and handled a celiac request seriously. They changed gloves and let other staff members know that an allergy meal was being made. Other staff members were just as engaging. This was our first visit here - and will definitely be returning. Thank you!

Emma MacDonald

We LOVED this place! We got 2 wines and 4 teas to share at the table, the vegan & and gluten-free chocolate cupcake, and the Calamasi Tart, all of which were delicious. We even bought 4 bags of loose leaf tea for home, 3 bags of the mint and 1 bag of the rose tea (one of the mints and the rose are for me, and the other two bags of mint are for my parents and sister). The staff was very kind and attentive and gave us recommendations for local wineries to try while we are in the area. The cutlery/dishes were gorgeous along with the rest of the place; there were beautiful murals on practically every wall and matching decor. Loooooooved it, thank you!!!

Emma Bradford

Really amazing place! Low key vibe, but delicious food. And great gluten free options. Pick this over the chains!

Marcio Vieira

Food that will literally make you cry of happiness. With so much flavor, an absolutely fantastic wine selection, and such a great friendly and outgoing ambience, Fleurie is my new favorite restaurant of all time. Gluten-free choices abound too. I’d give it 6 stars if I could. Highly recommended.

Margaret Zell

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Robb Stup

Charlottesville Classic - Great Food - Excellent Service My wife grew up in Charlottesville and has been going to Duner’s since they opened. I have been going there for over 10 years. It was a “go-to” when we visited my wife’s parents and remains so when we are in town. I know that they have gone through ownership and chef changes the last couple of years but everything seems to be corrected and it was great on Sunday night. The service was excellent, thanks to Dillion, who we know from where he worked previously (FCC). I think that the prices are very reasonable. I have seen negative comments about the wine list but found it to be very clear with a large selection of reasonably priced options. If you cannot understand the list, it is easy to just ask your server. The hot bread is addictive to start. The cocktails are well made. The wine came out quickly. The food is consistently good and also came out quickly. They also have a lot of gluten-free options that they label on the menu. It is a little noisy but it has always been that way. It is a small space with lots of people enjoying themselves. Hopefully, the new addition (and renovation?) will address that small issue. We had an excellent dinner and look forward to coming back soon.

Charles Sluss

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