Top 10 Gluten-Free Spots to Explore in Downtown Costa Mesa

IL Dolce Ristorante

1902 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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ItalianDinnerKid FriendlyLunchTake AwayVegetarian OptionsVegan OptionsPastaPizzaOpen LateDelivery

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Jacob Wheeler
Jacob Wheeler
This was a great experience! I have tried other gluten free pizza that I think are disgusting, but their gluten free pizza was the best I have ever had! The severs were super nice and the food was excellent! It was suggested to try the truffle fries, and we were glad we did! Definitely recommend and we’ll be back!

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Nice Burger 100% Vegan - Costa Mesa

615 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerVeganDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyVegetarianRestaurantPet Friendly

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Susan Paulus
Susan Paulus
My favorite vegan place to get a burger 🍔 they also have gluten free buns.

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Taco Mesa

647 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchOpen LateMexicanDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant

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tina waugh
tina waugh
Omg thank you so much I am celiac and found this wonderful place which is now our weekly place. It’s so difficult finding places that do gluten free and per friendly…..best tacos ever and kindest staff. Definitely our favorite….. x Tina

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Pasta Connection

1969 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchItalianDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly

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George Arvanitis
George Arvanitis
Here’s my assessment, it will be fair - positive and negative explained. I am a foodie from a restaurant family, understand the customer and restaurant perspectives from a professional standpoint. I came here years ago and it was primo, astounding. I will say about my delivery tonight what was needing improvement, what was good, what was excellent. First, the side salad was offensively small really should be a fair portion for $5. The salad bag was separate — and when I took it from the delivery driver it was so light, I thought the bag was empty. It was 1/2 cup fluffy and 1/4 cup pressed down. So, I argued with myself, “well Maybe they it would fall out of the Bottom of the container”. Then I opened the dressing — and there was only half of a tiny container full, a tablespoon max, not enough to cover the salad. Really folks? However, the greens themselves were fresh and tasted good in their natural form. You are not straining cost or cutting profit to deliver a bit more lettuce and dressing. It’s the first impression. Perhaps this is different when you dine-in? Next, I ordered bolognese spaghetti with meatballs, gluten free. I think I got mostaccioli, and that was totally cool. The bolognese sauce was super good, fresh, flavorful, savory and I am foodie - so harder to win.. The 3 small meatballs were tasty, but small and the overall portion was small, not as severe as the salad/dressing. I would say go up to a medium size. But I loved the flavor so much- that despite the small portion/meatballs on the pasta - on this I give 4 out of 5 for overall rating. You forgot the plastic utensils I ordered, as I was eating outside, but a real fork from the house was better. I was starting to think you were perhaps cutting costs in a challenging time, and I have noticed some price hikes with some local restaurants, so I try to empathize that perhaps costs may have increased. So, finally, I am reaching in the bag for a napkin and expect now to find one small napkin. Instead I find 3 of the best, strongest, highest quality, multiple ply napkins I have ever received from a restaurant. They are hands down the best paper napkins of all time, still have two left. So loved the pasta dish flavor, disappointed in the portions, On the downside, the tablespoon (at most) of salad dressing made the handful of salad double offensive. You won me with the napkins and it made me laugh. The sauce was a winner, and as was your gluten free pasta (requirement for me) but overall the small portions and execution was less than hoped for. I do plan to consider you again, but you could become a more frequent choice if you make a few small adjustments and or corrections.. As of now, I have a few alternatives that deliver the complete package in fair portions, attention to detail, and savory food. You are a few lengths back, but if you pull forward, I will bet on you and give you my business!

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Hook & Anchor

1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchSeafoodDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyPet Friendly

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Kirsten Thomas.
Kirsten Thomas.
We’ve been getting to go for years, but since the new location opened in Newport last year, we really enjoy dining here. I have gluten allergies, and almost always go for the salmon hook plate with only vegetables and the chimmichuri sauce. Delicious! Hubby loves the Newport finest salad, loaded with seafood, and it’s hard for him to refuse the lobster roll or lobster mac and cheese. Great bar now too!

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Yuzu Japanese Sushi Bar

103 E 17th St STE 3, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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LunchDinnerAsianCocktailsSushiDeliveryTake AwayKid FriendlyRestaurant

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Negina Kolesar
Negina Kolesar
I loved my experience here! Gluten free option are listed on the menu. Not too much sauce, so you can really enjoy the freshness. The staff could be better informed about the wine and sake list as far as flavor profiles and pairing recommendations. Shane seemed to really enjoy making the dishes, and he was quick to interact with dinners.

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SOCIAL Costa Mesa

512 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchOpen LateAmericanDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyBarRestaurant

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Jacqueline
Jacqueline
We had our wedding rehearsal dinner at Social and it was phenomenal. The head chef, Jeffrey Boullt, crafted a custom 5-course menu for us that fit our guests’ dietary restrictions (some vegan, some gluten free, some allergies, some small children). Every course was beautifully presented and delicious. We were blown away by his talent. Prior to the dinner, we had some preparatory phone calls with Marisa, who gathered all of our details and coordinated all aspects of the evening. She made the process easy, provided a quote to us the same day as our initial phone call, and even went so far as to print our menus with custom designs based on the “vibe” of our wedding - such a thoughtful surprise! We truly appreciated the personalized service from the entire team at Social. It was the perfect venue for our wedding-eve. We will definitely be back!

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