Top 21 Gluten-Free Spots to Explore in Downtown San Jose

Kelly Thomas

Emilio Jiménez

Save yourself a visit to the ER, and go to a different location! I ordered a gluten free sandwich with no cheese, and explicitly told them of my allergies. But when I received my meal it had everything I asked to be substituted! I tried to call to ask the staff how many things they forgot to remove but they would answer the phone after two rings and hang up purposely so I would stop calling. This is dangerous! I didn't know which of my medicine to take since they refused to tell me what allergens they had exposed me to!

Franklin Robbins

Their Oatmeal Raisin and Chocolate Chip (gluten free if that's important) cookies are good but those are my general preferences anyway. The other cookies were just as good (try chocolate chunk, white chocolate macadamia nut, or red velvet if available). All cookies are sold warm and ready to eat. Ice cream is available if want to order ice cream sandwiches, and there's a fridge of single-servings milk. If you're splurging on cookies then this is the place to do it. They were able to fulfill orders (counts 50 or less) on walk-ins. Still, counts above 50 would have taken an hour and a half or so, just use their app to order ahead. Almost strictly to-go since no seatings and only a standing table. Located on Kearny St at the corner of Bush St so it's easy to get to and find; plenty of metered parking in the area. Also, they open until 3am! This is my go to cookie store for awhile.

James Rodriguez

Gluten free options, great taste. Needs more locations!!

Shree Ramakrishnan

NOT GLUTEN ALLERGY FRIENDLY!

Renee Crouzet-Pascal

Amazing food quality for the price we will definitely return soon! One lady was running the whole show taking orders while cooking. Service was fast and friendly. Gluten free and vegetarian options.

Sarah Walters

We ordered tiramisu. It was celiac friendly gluten free. I have never had a dessert that was this delicious. I cannot recommend them enough. So amazing. Great food great service. He delivered to the restaurant we were at.

Amit Tamhankar

We have been coming here for 20+ years (previous location off stevens creek / lawrence in santa clara) and the food has been consistently good. Good mix of vegetarian items along with gluten free options. Blue mango fried rice highly recommended. Decent sushi selection and some unique vegetarian rolls also.

Charles Noriega

Donald Zubia

Angela Brunswick

Joanne Carolan

Got the asada and el pastor bowls. They were filling and excellent. The nacho fries with carnitas was fabulous. Asada quesadilla tasted homemade and hit the spot. Good choices for the gluten free people in the group. Furries were in the house from fur con ;) good vibes all around.

Lorraine Myers

Alison Colby

Utsav Jain

The most delicious bread I have ever had! Their bread loafs are so yum. It is hearty and delicious. It is quite different than even the best breads you can get in the supermarket. The service is a bit slow, but friendly. Just expect to wait a few mins in line even. I also had a mocha. Honestly, it was mediocre. Would just walk to Voyager to get a coffee instead. One polite request I have is for them to write their allergens on the display. I have an ick against eggs, so I avoid them. Many places can make the almond and chocolate croissants without the egg wash, can y'all please try making these without eggs an see if it is still up to your standards? There are quite a few people who can have dairy and gluten, but not eggs. I would be immensely grateful if you would just give it a try and make some croissants without eggs. The inside might be cramped but was perfectly clean and inviting for a business in that part of DTSJ.

Angelica Gutierrez

This is a new Colombian fast food restaurant located inside a food hall, right in the heart of Downtown SJ. Today, I tried the Costeña burger—OMG! My new favorite burger! Instead of bread, it comes with green plantains, which is great because it’s gluten-free! The flavors were definitely there. It also comes with shredded chicken, vegetables, adding a delicious touch. We also shared the Montaditos—four small arepas filled with cheese and topped with shredded chicken & corn. They were very flavorful too! As for the service, it was quick! Everything arrived within 10 minutes. I love seeing more Colombian restaurants popping up in San José!

Vanessa W

Really awesome service and they decorated so cute for the holidays. The food was delicious and the seafood was all very fresh. We had the surf and turf, risotto with prawns, chicken piccata and more. I am personally gluten intolerant and they very kindly made the chicken piccata with gluten free for me (they usually use flour but substituted cornstarch) and the sauce was sooo good I wanted to drink it! Everything was very tasty we will definitely be back.

Ruhi Kumbhani

great menu selection with options for vegan and gluten free. the menu is thought out, flavorful, and overall makes you feel good. great selection of beers and non-alcoholic mocktails and drinks as well. staff is friendly and helpful for finding the right thing for you. some of the drinks are an “acquired taste” as they taste “hoppy” but everything is local and well crafted. photos: funky nachos, nacho burger, farfetched ferment half plate

Michael Salina

Love the interior, the food we got was really good. The sauce they used on the spaghetti alla limon was super tasty. Would've licked the plate clean if given the chance. Service was very attentive and quick to fill our waters. They also have gluten free pasta (+$3)

Hiba Hashlamoun

It is a very nice place for breakfast with family or friends, also great for quick lunch. They have flat bread with different options of toppings (like pizza), the meat is halal. Also the fries with toppings of chicken and cheese is amazing. They have gluten free options too.

Scott Hereld

Great food... Caesar salad is delicious, I recommend the Gluten free Pizza... The drink options are too many good ones to mention, but ya gotta try this place. Little Italy is coming back to life !