Top 14 Gluten-Free American Spots to Enjoy in Charlotte

Laney S

This place is awesome! the gluten free bolognese is incredible and they made a dairy free substitution for my allergies!!

LB

Was in town for work and wanted something marginally healthy with gluten free options for my friend. I got a salad, they let me sub shrimp for chicken for a small fee and the salad was delightful. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you. The staff was nice. Lots of tables inside and out.

Sean Carlin

Amazing menus that you would not know was over 90% gluten free. This is how it should be done. Most people just go here because the food is great, and those of us who can’t eat at most restaurants can just be like a normal customer here.

Jen Greenberg

Delicious safe gluten free food. Burger had THE BEST GF bun I have ever had. Alexis who helped us order was knowledgeable and went out of her way to make sure I had a safe dining experience.

Amber Easterling

Almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free on a separate surface. They also have a full bar. Perfect for brunch! 3 Charlotte locations! We got the Pineapple upside down pancakes and the Spuds Deluxe!

Amber Easterling

They have a variety of options that are extremely safe for those that have celiac disease. A majority of items are already gluten free or can be made gluten free! The fryers are 100% gluten free along with a spare pizza oven. Any of the pizzas can be made gluten free. It is prepared on cauliflower crust! All pastas can be made gluten free and are prepared in separate boiler to maintain no cross-contamination. I was there for a girls night, so we just ordered small dishes to share. I’d love to try the pasta and pizza. The restaurant in itself is extremely nice.

Erica Russell

It was a great experience and I definitely would love to go back. There were plenty of gluten free options which is definitely a bonus!

Ebonique Morman

Enjoyed a brunch break with my family of 6. I tried the Louisiana Quiche with a side of potatoes. The quiche was good as far as seasoning and flavor but the pastry part of the quiche was overcooked and therefore hard to eat with a fork. The hot chocolate was great! It’s my go-to hot drink. I give it and our service 5/5. Although it’s a 45-minute drive from Kannapolis, I’ll happily make it again; especially since I’m the passenger while my husband drives ;) The menu has so many options, I love trying different things! I don’t mind paying for good quality, feel-good food that’s prepped fresh. I’m always satisfied. If I find something that I don’t prefer, I just order something different next time. So many choices, including gluten-free and vegetarian.

Nat Becker

Legion Brewing South Park location has a whole gluten free menu. The southwest salad and bbq sandwich are my favorites for lunch + dinner. They make an amazing monte cristo & always have a lot of local ingredients. We bring all guests who come in town here because of the variety of options and knowledgeable staff.

Jesse S

Decent fast casual restaurant with healthy food unless you are salt conscious. Good choice of vegetarian and gluten free food. One big complaint: about half the dishes (saucy ones) were way too salty Advice: the kids meal portion is a bit small. My below average sized toddler finished it all and wanted more pasta.

Sarah Kemps

Tasha was amazing. Very friendly and kind. She always made sure we had water and was attentive to my gluten allergy. I really appreciated her service.

R L.

What a cool spot! The sandwich was perfectly made, loved the flavor and crunch combination and I couldn't tell it was gluten free, best bun I've had in a while! The place is a bit loud but the design is amazing and so unique 😍

bela c

this place is AMAZING!! their gluten free options are extensive, and the gluten free bun is so soft and delicious. the parmesan truffle fries are to die for, and the milkshakes are out of this world. best burger i’ve had in a very long time. salads are huge and so yummy. service was great, aaliyah did amazing! 10/10 recommend!

Rebecca Noyes

Gluten/Dairy allergies; server was well informed of the allergies and didn't give me that eye roll that those of us with food restrictions know.

My own space

I was so excited to try this “Instagram-famous place” for lunch and drove all the way from SC to try their chef’s special pastries. Unfortunately, I was extremely disappointed with everything I ordered, including the regular latte, quiche Lorraine, and gluten-free passion fruit mousse cake. I spent $30 on these three items and ended up throwing everything away. I noticed other guests doing the same or just leaving their pastries untouched. I do not recommend this place at all—avoid it by all means! The food is simply not tasty!

Ruben Fesyuk

300 East, located in Charlotte’s Dilworth neighborhood, is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving American-Eclectic cuisine for over three decades. The warm and quirky atmosphere, set in a charming historic building, adds to its appeal. The menu features creative sandwiches, salads, and entrées, with options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Notable dishes include the sweet potato ravioli and the grilled hanger steak. The restaurant is also known for its Sunday brunch and delectable desserts. Service is friendly and casual, contributing to a welcoming dining experience. 

Ritz L

Looking for a specialty burger and pub restaurant with indoor outdoor seating and great service in an exclusive area in Ballantyne? Boom. Recommend the signature items but you can build your own too! From pancake covered bacon to gluten free or meat optional items, get the Angus beef or Buffalo burgers for outstanding deliciousness. The banana pudding is Devine, the fried pickles are full slices with perfect breading and the sliders are yummilicious. Expect great service and to wait for a table since its always busy.

Jessica Watson

My first one star review. I was so excited for a gluten-free burger stop on the way home. Alas, the burger was forgotten. Partially my fault for not checking, I get it. I live 30 minutes away. The only solution was to drive back for a remake or a refund. Lame. Another option should be available.

Rich Answers

Breakfast and Quirky collided head-on in a purposeful mix of personality and good food. Two steps into this little place had me wondering if I was transported to a restaurant in Berkeley, CA - with its psychedelic color pallet and food choices peppered with all the gluten-frees, and fad food fixings you could come up with. Definitely worth the visit.

Evan D

I recently had the chance to experience Ted’s Montana Grill in Waverly as a hosted guest, and this scratch-made kitchen delivers on flavor. Ted’s is a smaller national chain with about 38 locations, but they focus on quality ingredients and an elevated take on American comfort food. Bison is the star of the show. I started with a tasting of several appetizers and complementary house pickles. While Ted’s isn’t a seafood spot, they still served up a solid St. Phillip’s Island Crab Cake. It had minimal filler, which I appreciated, but I prefer a lumpier texture and a bigger portion. That said, this is a meat restaurant, so let them shine with their strengths. The Bison Nachos were dangerously good. They are gluten-free and absolutely smothered in cheese and bison meat. I had to pace myself because I knew more food was coming, but these could easily be a meal on their own. The Grilled Shrimp on Ciabatta was another great starter. The shrimp were plump and juicy, seasoned with Ted’s proprietary blend, and served on garlic-toasted ciabatta with lemon compound butter. I normally do not like cauliflower, but the Cauliflower Fritters completely won me over. These cheesy, crispy bites were incredibly addicting. I kept going back for more. This dish is a chef’s special, so it is not always on the menu, but if you see it, order it. Ted’s is known for its bison burgers, so I had to try a couple. The Smash Burger is a limited-time chef’s special available until March 16, 2025. It comes with American cheese, spicy pickles, and a scratch-made ranch onion dip. The flavor was spot on, but I prefer a little more caramelization and crispy edges on my smash burgers. I would still order it again. The Canyon Creek Burger takes things up a notch with cheddar cheese, bacon, jalapeño, blackberry jam, and a fried egg. The combination of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors worked well together. The onion rings that came with it were some of the best I have had. Ted’s excels in bison dishes, and the Bison Short Ribs were a standout. The bones slid out clean, and the meat was incredibly tender. It came with mashed potatoes, broccoli, and a house roll for the perfect comfort meal. The Bison Filet was another highlight. I ordered it medium rare, and it was cooked perfectly. Bison has a richer, slightly sweeter taste than beef, and this filet was exceptionally tender. I paired it with carrots and asparagus, which balanced the richness nicely. I always save room for dessert, the Kahlua Fudge Brownie which was served hot from the oven with vanilla ice cream. I could have eaten five of these. No notes, just perfection. I was also told to try the Apple Pecan Crisp which was full of warm spiced fall flavors, with a buttery oat and pecan topping over tart Granny Smith apples. If you love cozy desserts, get this before it rotates off the menu for strawberry season. Ted’s Montana Grill has something for everyone. They are great at accommodating allergies, so let your server know and they will work directly with the chef. They also offer mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages, which is a nice touch. Next time you are in Waverly, you will probably find me at Ted’s.

Connor Dodd

Food is always great, awesome gluten free options. But man, do not come here if you’re on any sort of schedule. Been trying to leave for the last 30 minutes…. No dice.

V

Ordered via DoorDash. My order was correct and the food was good. I love they have so many gluten free items.

Mike Reid

Our server was great, the food was great and it is friendly to gluten free diners

Robin B

The service here was the absolute worst. We ordered chips and queso and it went to the wrong table and when we asked they said it was coming. We literally never got them in spite of asking another time. Then we got a taco with a flour tortilla in spite of telling them it was needed to be gluten free and specifying only corn tortillas. It was sent back and then 10 min later it came back with 2 flour tortillas. My poor daughter had no meal since they couldn’t get it right. I never got my tea drink as well. We’ve never had such slow and poor service. We asked for the manager and she never came over to see us. The waiter apologized and said the food items were taken off the bill to which we said that’s good since they either never came to the table or were inedible. Will never go here again!!!

Jordan Burleson

My wife and I joined friends at Ruby Sunshine for brunch and we're so happy we did. The vibe is great, the menu is stacked, the options are limitless, and they have a mimosa flight...need I say more?! Whether you like 🍳 egg dishes, 🌮 tacos, benedicts, 🧇 waffles, 🥞 pancakes, biscuits, or anything else, they have you covered. If you have food allergies, they also have a vegan and gluten free menu that makes this such an inclusive spot. The servers are also so accommodating. This location also has ♿ handicap accessible 🅿️ parking, seating, and 🚻 restrooms.

Mazharul Haque

The food was simply amazing. They also have gluten-free options. Price was reasonable and they serve in great portion enough to pack the rest home!

Dawn Turner

Our servers were great about checking for food allergies, and they even had a gluten-free menu for people who need to avoid gluten. They had a decent selection of items, but not a large menu. The food came out in good time. It was well prepared and had good flavor. The servers kept the drinks filled and were attentive to our party of about 20.

Theresa Hemingway

Excellent food. Very cheerful service. And they have lots of good gluten free options. Even waffles!!

Karen Lukasiewicz

Hangover hash is PHENOMENAL. Seriously so dang good. It's hearty and filling but doesn't leave you feeling gross and heavy. Our waiter James was attentive and definitely pointed me in the right direction when I asked for some menu guidance. They had veggie healthy options for my friend on a restrictive diet and gluten free options for my other friend. Highly recommend

Cassia Testa Gallas

Some good gluten free options, everything my party had was delicious and the service was great!

X. Moorer

Cold fries. Bland ceasar salad and chicken. Room temp cornbread. The fryer shrimp was seasoned and cooked decently. The house salad was better than expected and the front of the house manager was as nice as the main manager. Seating is quite snug. Huge bar at the entrance. Many options on the menu ranging from breakfast faves to hearty low country and gulf specialties. However, seasoning is quite senior citizen palate friendly. So it is a great place to take something with a gluten allergy or high blood pressure. If you are a foodie, it’s meh. Phipps Place must have a hidden gem in the mist. This is not it.

Shayna Grogan

Service was 100% (Kaitlyn C.!) Drinks were on point as well. Hot fresh food. Vegan and gluten free options. Server asked us while we ordered drinks if we had any allergies or dietary restrictions. Our first time and surely not our last!

Nellie Aldred

Love that they mark what is gluten free on their menu!!

Michelle Pierce

This was not my first time eating here. And I can honestly say that the experience is consistent every... single...time. We arrived early on a Friday evening and were promptly seated. In fact, it took way longer for us to find parking than it did to get a table. Our waitress was patient and attentive throughout our visit. She was also knowledgeable about the menu as well as dietary restrictions (gluten-free). We took her suggestion about mixing and matching to try different tacos. Our food came out very quickly. All of our orders were prepared exactly as requested. The portions are generous and the food was flavorful. Just a few warnings: the complimentary salsa is a bit on the spicy side. The Honey Wasabi Sauce on the Tavarua tacos was a little heavy but I survived. If I had to take off for anything, it would be the ambiance. It's pretty dark which made it difficult to take good photos. And it was also very loud. Pro-tip: Sign up for their rewards program to earn points for visits. There is also a restaurant app.

Chuck Robinson

The service at this Metro is truly exceptional and the food is great with the gluten free options I need.

zoe k

Rachel was our server and she was amazing!! She was able to get my partner’s meal gluten free and offered me 3 types of hot sauce. So friendly and such quick service here. The food was amazing and fair priced for the portions. Couldn’t recommend this place more 😃

Amber Easterling

A great place for a date night or before a show at Blumenthal! They have a very large GF menu. Just ask your server. Most of the items are just modified from the regular menu. I feel very safe eating here!

Amber Easterling

Great with gluten free options!! They actually have an allergy cheat sheet that shows you what’s gluten free and what can be modified. The chips are GF!!! The queso and the brisket street tacos are amazing!!!

cheryl sanders

We only had 2 slices of cheese, but it was divine! The gluten-free with strawberries had half the calories and was so good! My husband had the upside down pineapple 🍍 and it was as tall as the to go container. Calories twice as much as the gluten-free.

Amber Easterling

A great place for breakfast or brunch!! A good many of their items can be made gluten free and cooked on a clean surface. Just talk to your server. The pineapple upside down pancakes and cinnamon roll pancakes are amazing!

Marci Huntsman

Great place for brunch and selection of gluten-free.

Stef Nedy

Great first experience! Tacos were delicious. They have gluten and dairy-free option. Staff was super helpful and sweet.

Christina Kyriazi

One of Charlotte’s hidden gems! The atmosphere service and food are top notch! Recently they’ve also introduced more gluten free options which is so incredibly helpful for folks like me with celiac disease. Tonight they even had gluten free bread. They have a separate fryer for gluten free items but make sure to double check and confirm any fried items are actually fried there.

Kim Pouland

First time here and gotta say everything was so good. The smoked salmon appetizer was absolutely amazing. My husband got the big island steak special and said it was the best he’s had. I got the ahi tuna salad and it was delicious. No desert for us cuz they didn’t have gluten free / dairy free options but that’s okay cuz we were already stuffed from all the delicious food we ate. Can’t wait to venture there again.

Anthony Monioudis

Nice restaurant inside the downtown Marriott. For those who need to eat gluten-free, quite a few options and the server we had was very knowledgeable. Open air concept next to a rather large bar. Food is sourced directly from local farms. Foid portions and quality very good and extremely convenient if going to an event at the Spectrum Center. Our server ended up being monopolized by another patron -- lots of chatter about personal history -- to the point that there was an extreme drop off in service to our table - drinks went dry, dirty dishes not removed,a very long wait to get our check. We would go back, but hope the service is better.

Brenda Jones

Gluten Free Options! Crab Legs Were Cooked Perfectly! Collards! Yummy Delicious!

nicole nadel

Awful gluten free corn tortilla. Was cold and crumbley. Terrible salsa, so much garlic, the garlic taste persists in the mouth forever. Just awful. Breakfast burrito was mediocre

A Colaco

So nice to have a Superica location in south Charlotte — much easier to navigate the area than in SouthEnd. Good this visit was some of the better food we have had at Superica — kudos to the team for enhancing some of the flavors. The salsa to start was delicious — great balance of spice — and chips we definitely fresh. Ground beef nachos were ok — a bit too much cheese left then greasy, and portion was not as big as expected, but it was a fine plate. Menu is not labeled with allergies or vegetarian options. Team member was able to answer in things were gluten free — but we had to ask about any options that interested us. Would be great to have a menu with indications. Also ordered the shrimp tacos — flavors were great, but food was covered with unseasoned slaw/lettuce slaw ended up impacting the temperature of the tacos — and made it hard to start eating the tacos. Could see this dish laid out differently as this “topping” took away from the overall enjoyment of the food. Team was super friendly — don’t forget to use the online wait list option — saved us a bit of waiting time! Worth the visit for a date night or a larger group dinner.

Lauren Welch

Church and Union had such a fun swanky atmosphere with a great lit up bar. Unfortunately, blinding lights from cars in the windows kept blinding me but still good energy. The best part was our amazing Waiter who went above and beyond in making sure i got gluten free options. Food overall was a let down for the price and atmosphere but still very good. I heard the brunch is where it’s at.

Chasity Bolick

I only have good things to say about this place. They were absolutely phenomenal! My last visit to this place was absolutely horrible, but the new management here at this location is absolutely fantastic! The manager Chris that was working last night Is by far the best manager I've ever interacted with out of any restaurant, not just Red Robin!! I highly recommend this location of Red Robin to everyone! My server last night was perfect. Very caring, very attentive and extremely helpful! They have the absolute best turkey burger and gluten-free buns out of any restaurant I've ever been to!