Top 50 Gluten-Free Allergen-Friendly Havens Across Colorado

Casey Cromwell

Soooooo many amazing options to choose from! Our surprise faves were the soft pretzels bites and the sourdough bread. Donuts were also yummy! They also had many dairy free and vegan options and were very allergy aware.

Ashley King-Roads

They are so accommodating. I have Celiac and it is nice to go to a 100% gluten free kitchen.

Kendall Spina

Solid options for gluten free, tasty eats

Jennifer George

Fabulous fish and chips! 🤌🏻

Marla Cohen

This is a great place to eat. I was curious about for their fried oyster mushrooms and they were other worldly delicious. We shares with our tablemates and everyone enjoyed them. We had a small bowl of their vegan posole which was very flavorful and satisfying and filing. We shared their falafel wrap which was packed with great fillings and three or four falafel balls. Also very satisfying. My complaint may be aged based as I'm older, and also I also used to work in the food industry. This is a counter service restaurant. You get everything yourself, they bring out the food. Explain to me why at the end of purchase, there is an automatic 18% tip? You can change it, they suggest 20% or 25% (FOR NO SERVICE) and right below a button to customize or offer no tip. I am not going to be a shmuck and not tip at all, but starting at 18%? I gave 10%. I've watched the industry deal with wage issues. I know the margins are thin for restaurants. Maybe it is hitting me more since we just came back from Spain, where there is a different price for sit down verses bar and no tipping (and a whole different culture of how we care for people). But assuming 18% or more tip for counter service is audacious. Will I recommend this place? Yes. This is a great addition to vegan/vegetarian and gluten free food scene in Denver. They also offer chicken and fish and pork for the meat eaters. It's cool and hip and welcoming. The food is tasty. Try it.

Kendall Spina

Go to spot, delicious food with interesting flavors combinations that have me coming back! Safe for gluten free and took other allergies very seriously!

Judy Young

Stephanie Wilson

The gourmet gluten free cakes are decadent

Maren Rael Safran

This place is incredible, especially for someone who has celiac. The food was delicious, some of the sauces were so surprising it really made the dish. There are plenty of GF of options to try.

Perrin Brown

Very attentive staff and a clearly marked menu

Eliza Duquette

Food is tasty and fresh, love that nearly everything is gluten free. Casey our server was fabulous!!

Kate Hazel

Service was fantastic! They were quick to seat us even though they were busy. The menu had so many options from omelets to pancakes to eggs Benedict’s! Plus gluten free!!! I got the flight of pancakes gluten free and they were soft as pillows and so amazingly delicious. My hubby ordered a burrito and it was ginormous! He lives spicy food and their hot sauce had his “bald spot sweating” (his words 🤣). Christine also offered us multiple options for things to do in the area and places to see. It was an extraordinary experience!

Casey Cromwell

INCREDIBLE. Love all the flavors and toppings. Def best eaten fresh in restaurant but I’ve also reheated in air fryer at home.

Conner Lyapunov

the food was pretty okay!! unfortunately they were out of all of their lemonades which was a bummer :( otherwise they’re good with gluten free accommodations (on pizza and and sandwiches)

Nickie Mason

Dining gluten free at Virgillios is very expensive unless you get just a salad. They have gluten free lasagna but no other gluten free pasta.

Clay Upton

Loved it, totally gluten free, excellent price for excellent food

Jacques

Came here because of ads about the fried chicken! I haven’t had a real life chicken parmesan in years due to my gluten allergy but always craved one and was so excited to order it, my partner got the meatloaf and they loved it as did I my chicken parmesan though I wish it was pasta instead of squash but I can understand at least they had this option for me. The gluten free desserts were delicious, the chocolate chip cookie and peanut butter tart were to die for and we had their zero proof cocktail spicy margarita which was very flavorful to the point where we weren’t sure if it was NA! The cocktail was a big highlight for me, I could definitely come here again and try some more things off the menu!

William McColm

One of Denver’s finest restaurants & the best sushi! Wonderful service & they easily accommodate my celiac needs.

ghost kitty

I found this place on accident because I was the DD for my friends yesterday. All the bars that we were going to did not have any safe foods for me. I recently discovered my stomach cannot tolerate dairy and gluten. So, my partner found this place for me to go to on my own. I had a great waiter named Rob H, who was so nice and had really fast service. I couldn't believe how full I got so fast on the food, the ventilation in this restaurant is really good, so I felt safe taking my mask off when I needed to eat. Another thing that sold me was they served luke warm water in bottles and I'm always asking restaurants for this and they never accommodate. This is why I always go into food places with my own water bottle, but I don't need to do that here. It's very LGBT friendly, I felt very seen and safe. I also loved that I do not think they serve any drinks with high fructose corn syrup (which is another trigger ingredient I can't have). They have a small little bakery and I loved how they had alcohol stuff, but it was minimal and it was less in my face. As a person who's trying to stay sober, I really appreciated this. I definitely will be back and I'll be telling all my friends about this place. The food was hot, came fast and super filling. I hope next time I can talk to the chef so they can give me pointers on how to cook gluten free and dairy free dishes that are filling, because I'm struggling with that. 5 stars, hands down

Cat Hahn

I love Explorado! A cozy place to read, story or work and delicious gluten free selection. It’s celiac friendly, everything is gluten free. I like to get the cake slices from the fridge and a few cookies!

Emily Jones

so so good !! they are gluten free, grain free, dairy free & so much more! literally some of the best bakery items i’ve ever had !!

Casey Cromwell

If you’re EVER near Denver, this is a must stop. I live in Colorado Springs and have already warned my partner that their gluten free Nutella pizza will be a pregnancy craving in the future we’re def driving for. 😂 They use gluten removed wheat starch from Italy (celiac safe but not safe for a wheat allergy) and separate prep areas and ovens for gluten free orders. Their fried eggplant is also one of the best meals I’ve ever had from a restaurant. They do have vegan cheese options too.

Isabella Perez (Bella)

It’s order at the front, then they bring items to the table for you. If you like Kombucha, they have a rotating homemade Kombucha flavor which they make very well. I always leave here with my tummy feeling great. I do think the portions are on the small side, so come here if you want to feel light after eating. So many delicious gluten free options, and the staff are attentive to your dietary needs which I really appreciate

Paige Beach

Fly to Denver just to eat here. Outstanding gluten free options including pancakes, fries, soup. This place has 3 kitchens! One dedicated gf, one for vegetarian and a regular kitchen. Everyone around us raved about their food. It’s great to find a place that is gf and yummy for my non-gf friends. Eric was a fantastic waiter! We will stop by every time we come through!

Alanna Reynolds

​El Five delivers a solid dining experience, especially for those navigating gluten and dairy-free diets. The staff is attentive and accommodating, ensuring dietary needs are met without fuss. While the prices are on the higher end, the food meets expectations, though it doesn't necessarily exceed them. The atmosphere is pleasant, but not particularly memorable. Overall, it's a reliable choice for a special night out, offering a menu that caters well to specific dietary requirements.

Jessica

So excited about their many gluten free, celiac safe options. I wasn't even expecting them to have anything for me to eat, as I was out with some friends. I ordered the burger with GF bun and GF fries (they have separate fryers and pans for the gluten free foods). And it tasted sooooo good. Very satisfied 😌

Caitlin Jackson

I ordered takeout while visiting from out of town. I accidentally ordered pickup but because I was at a conference I couldn’t leave to pick it up. I called and the kind owner Monse picked up and told me she’d deliver my food herself. Which she of course did. The food was wonderful! Filled with flavor. I wish I lived closer and could come back. I had one beef and cheese pupusa, one beef and cheese pupusa, and rice. Service was top notch of course. And to top it off all off, as someone who needs gluten free food, finding this place with authentic, amazing safe food was the highlight of my trip.

J B

I was so excited to stumble upon a Gluten Free bakery that my boyfriend and I make the trip back and picked up a few more items to try out. I will say the orange poppyseed muffin was the winner and the funfetti and lemon blueberry cakes are great. The staff was super nice both times I was in as well. I think we would personally pass on the cinnamon rolls and monkey bread the next time. The texture is definitely more like a bagel and something in the flour substitute in those particular baked goods (possibly a xantham or guar gum to help with texture) seemed to cause both my boyfriend and I serious GI upset (diarrhea/gas/bloating) the rest of the day. Overall a great find and I don’t want to dock them any stars for our sensitive GI tracts.

Sydney Bosshart

The new mulato glaze short rib is to die for!!! Falls off the bone no need for a knife. And the gluten free churros or bruleed banana split are a great way to end a great meal!!!

Casey Cromwell

100% gluten free and lots of fun small plates (perfect for sharing) to choose from! We loved the shrimp and grits and the flourless cake!

Autumn Jensen

I love this place! The food is great! The service is amazing! Highly recommend! Especially if you are gluten free and like pancakes!

Ashley King-Roads

Such amazing gluten free bakery items!

Casey Cromwell

Delicious cinnamon rolls and super convenient locations next to Mountain Mama Natural Foods, a natural health store.

Lilly Quast-Villafana

Celiac safe

Carlos Hernandez

Had dinner here not too long ago & made sure that there were items on the menu that were gluten free as my girlfriend has Celiac Disease. When we were sat, my girlfriend asked what items are gluten free (to be 100% safe) and he said "just tell me what you want and I'll see." then she asked if he's our waiter or someone else and he said "we all help each other". Ok. Then the wine list arrives and my gf then had to ask the gal helping us with wine what is gluten friendly on the menu. She was SUPER helpful. Clearly the gal that helped my gf with wine confronted 'our waiter' because for the rest of the night, he was overcompensating and being awkwardly talkative. We just wanted our food at that point. Then on top of all of those awkward interactions with our waiter.... he charged us for an extra bottle of wine we didn't drink. I then had to flag down a member of the staff to initiate a return/bill again while our Uber was out front waiting for this. Spent $500 on dinner which was great BUT the experience with the waiter ruined it. Cherry Creek Grill is the better choice, their staff is ON POINT.

Allison Kim

Celiac safe bakery with additional allergen friendly options

Azaria Posik

The first time I had Sweet Sisters it was at a wedding and hands down some of the best dessert ever. Moist and delicious, no one would know it’s gluten free. I stop here when I can to get a sweet treat and am always happy with my order.

Tim Booher

Great fresh food with gluten free options. Clean and elegant inside. Smart menu. Just wish they wouldn’t nickel and dime everything. 4% hidden charge for “fair wages” charges for each condiment and every substitution is an up charge. This is on top of 27 dollar burgers.

Wolf Harvey

Fantastic gluten free food!

Tom Davies

Holy cow, I can't say enough good things about this wonderful place!!! I have Celiac, and this is the first place I've been where I've felt completely safe to eat. No reservations. No concerns. And the food is fantastic! So is the cider! The atmosphere is amazing, the employees are incredibly friendly, and it's clvery clear this is a popular spot for many people to visit. Thank you for this gift to those of us with this horrible disease. You cannot know how profound it is to have a place like this to go to.

Judith Moak

My very favorite place to eat in Erie!! The filet and meatballs are the BEST!! Plus most of their menu is gluten free!

Adam Dietrich Ringle

Cozy vibe. Great for gluten-intolerant

Vicki Johnson-Calzadilla

This is, hands down,our favorite place for ice cream! I love that we can go in and eat anything there without having to worry about gluten cross-contamination. It is a true delight for our gluten-free and gluten loving family members!

Walki Contreras

Best Gluten Free burgers in town! Service is always great too!

Michele McQuillan

Stopped by and picked up a fresh blueberry scone, delicious!! It was so nice to be able to go inside a place and get something to eat and not have to worry about it. Lots of great items to choose from.

Richard Robinson

The best arepas since were in Miami. Large and filling and delicious with several fillings and options. Totally gluten free. Clean with several tables.

Kimmie Mirto

The best gluten free bread ever!! Dedicated fryers!!

T Klup

I was desperate for something new and GF.. Most restaurants, I'm literally just waiting to be disappointed .... Well, I was far from disappointed here. Delicious ! Decadent ! Rich ! Quality ! I was dying with every bite 😍😍😍 On top of AMAZING FOOD, the staff was just as AMAZING ! Prompt ! Friendly ! Accurate ! Attentive ! Detailed ! This place is just flat out FANTASTIC 😍 Whether you need gluten free or not! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Jason Lubrano

worst gluten free cake i ever ate in my life

Karen c

I was diagnosed with celiac disease in ‘97 but have been on a gluten free diet for more than 25 yrs. And I can tell you that Asian restaurants that serve gf options are the hardest to find. I found this one on social media and was willing to drive 1hr and 30min for it. It was so worth it!! I tried the crab ragoons and they were amazing! It’s so hard to get crunchiness from gf dough and they did it! I decided to order multiple dishes to go since I had a long drive back (and didn’t want to embarrass myself with so many plates on the table). I ordered the orange chicken, garlic scallops, fried rice with shrimp, chicken egg rolls and fried bananas for dessert. I got home and started to eat a little bit of everything, and oh my goodness!! EVERYTHING was so delicious!! I was so full but wanted to keep eating. I used to go to PF Changs for the gf options but this food doesn’t even get close to theirs. They have that home made taste and most importantly, they were safe to eat. I will definitely come back whenever I’m in the area. And the service was also great! Everyone was very attentive to my diet and so nice. Thank you!