Top 16 Gluten-Free Spots Across University Heights, San Diego

Plumeria Vegetarian Restaurant

4661 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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LunchDinnerVeganOpen LateDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyVegetarianRestaurant

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Donna Wong
Donna Wong
Great food!! Ordered the eggplant, spicy noodles, pad Thai and pineapple fried rice. We finished everything, it was so yummy. Finished with the gluten free chocolate cake, definitely decadent. Will return when we're in town. Service was quick and friendly. Love this place.

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Red House Pizza

4615 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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PizzaVegan FriendlyVegan OptionsAllergen FriendlyDairy Free OptionsDeliveryDinnerItalianKid FriendlyOpen Late NightLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegetarian OptionsPastaAmerican

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Raj Singh
Raj Singh
Good pizza. Celiac friendly if you let servers know. Family friendly

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Stella Jean’s Ice Cream University Heights

4404 Park Blvd ste b, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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Ice CreamVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDessertsDeliveryKid Friendly

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Meghan Varner
Meghan Varner
Enjoyed their gluten and dairy free pistachio ice cream

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Sprouts Farmers Market

4175 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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Organic FoodSandwichesDeliveryGrocery Store

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Laila Barnett
Laila Barnett
Wow so this store has so much more organic and glutenfree products available than most sprouts. The staffis super friendly patient and helpful

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Bahn Thai

4646 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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Allergen FriendlyAsianDairy Free OptionsDinnerKid FriendlyOpen Late NightLunchOutdoor SeatingTake AwayVegan OptionsVegetarian OptionsDessertsCasualGF Options Marked on MenuDelivery

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Lucy Peritz
Lucy Peritz
So good! Incredibly delicious Thai food. Consistently good, and service is fast and friendly. Their panang curry is the absolute best one I’ve ever had. Their spice scale is legit too. If you want spicy, you can get spicy. Lots of gluten free and veggie options, too.

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Madison

4622 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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ItalianBrunchDairy Free OptionsDinnerLunchOutdoor SeatingBreakfastMediterraneanDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyKid FriendlyBar

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Marci Prag
Marci Prag
For all my food allergy people stay away. The menu claims to have options for vegan and gluten-free, but doesn't have safeguards in place to accommodate people. A great example is when I ordered the one thing on the menu I was told was safe for me and I was served gluten, my allergy. The waitress wasn't the issue, it was the kitchen. I specifically picked this restaurant for its Sunday Jazz and because they had the menu marked up as gluten-free. Out of the 4 of us who were in my party I didn't get to eat anything because the chef claimed he couldn't serve me safely. My question is why mark your menu up with accommodation being available and not be educated enough to accommodate? The food that my companions ordered looked so so. The feeling I got from the restaurant is that it's popular, but a lack of effort from the back of the house is going to hurt the front of the house. It's a no for me. Never again

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Grains

2201 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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Alina Clark
Alina Clark
Great gluten free option

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Muzita Abyssinian Bistro

4651 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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LunchDinnerBrunchVeganOpen LateDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyVegetarianRestaurant

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Serina Roth
Serina Roth
The food is so flavorful, and they have gluten free injera. This place never disappoints.

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Parkhouse Eatery

4574 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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AmericanBrunchBreakfastDinnerLunchOutdoor SeatingBread ItemsBurgersPastaDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyKid Friendly

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Sam L
Sam L
Fantastic breakfast! The food was delicious, prices were reasonable, and it's a charming, laid-back spot. This casual breakfast eatery offers lovely outdoor seating, and their cafe drinks are always good. Accommodates dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options are clearly labeled.

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Flavors of East Africa

2322 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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stephanie alvarenga
stephanie alvarenga
Just went to flavors of East Africa and had a great time filled with great flavorful food and a happy belly. The place itself had humble decor but was very clean, bright and inviting. The service was phenomenal and very much appreciated the server topping me off with my to go ginger turmeric drink. I ordered Kuku curry chicken with rice and eggplant all delicious. The amount was a very generous portion hence have enough for dinner and maybe even breakfast. The restaurant was able to accommodate one gluten free patron and another who’s dairy free & pescatarian. Hehe. Thank you Flavors of East Africa. You did not disappoint. Also, thank you to my Reddit friends who recommended this place! :)

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Mama's Bakery & Deli

4237 Alabama St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBakeryVeganMediterraneanDeliveryTake AwayOutdoor SeatingKid FriendlyRestaurant

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Joshua Bradley
Joshua Bradley
After walking out of my nearby hotel, I turned a corner and stumbled on Mama's Bakery, which I suspect is one of the best kept secrets in North Park. We are talking rediculously good street-style Lebanese shawarma. Good plates for gluten-free folks like myself and for the gluten-full, the Manaeesh flatbreads heated up on a traditional dome griddle looked amazing. Pro-tip: order the stuffed grape leaves

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Meraki Café

1735 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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Miguel
Miguel
No gluten free options on the menu like previously posted in other reviews fyi. Staff was nice. Coffee was good.

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Pizzeria Luigi

2123 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Sandra Hammond
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Great Maple - Hillcrest

1451 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchAmericanDeliveryTake AwayPet FriendlyOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly

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Kayla Szampruch
Kayla Szampruch
Great food and the brunch menu had gluten free options to pick from, which is nice. They get busy on weekend mornings, so I recommend setting a reservation in advance if you plan to go during the brunch rush.

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SOICHI

2121 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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DinnerAsianSushiDeliveryOutdoor SeatingKid Friendly

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Melinda C
Melinda C
5 stars all around. Thank you Soichi for being my favorite restaurant in San Diego to dine at for the last 5 years. They are consistent in providing stellar sushi, friendly service with a smile, great hospitality, and a fun but chill ambiance. If it's your birthday, the chef will make you feel extra special with a serenade. They also consistently provide gluten free omakase at the restaurant; I feel just as welcomed as any other diner. Thank you always. Parking isn't bad. Reservations go out on the 1st of every month at noon; waitlists are available... stay vigilant and be patient. It's worth it!

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