Top 12 Gluten-Free Asian Dining Spots to Explore in Maine

Rebecca Lo

Delicious vegetarian and gluten free food. Always a challenge to find somewhere that offers both vegetarian and gluten free and Green Elephant delivers. I had the summer rolls, super fresh and light. Then the Thai green curry. Tasted wonderful and also felt healthy. A treat. The chocolate orange mousse cake looked amazing as well. Very nice staff as well. Highly recommend.

A2C T

Yosaku in Portland, ME, is a gem for authentic Japanese cuisine. I've been a patron for the last 8 years, and their Teuchi Soba, a gluten-free noodle made from 100% buckwheat flour, is a must-try. Unlike other soba that often contains wheat, Yosaku's commitment to quality is evident. With new ownership, there's been a subtle shift in taste, yet the restaurant maintains its excellent atmosphere and flavors. Their sushi and sashimi selection is extensive, including weekly specials. If you're lucky, you might even get to try their Otoro. For fish lovers, their Hamachi-Kama (Grilled Yellowtail Collar) is a delight, offered at a very reasonable price but in limited quantities.

Andrea Terry

As someone who is allergic to gluten and a few other common ingredients, I struggle to find good, satisfying, hand-made, authentic food pretty much everywhere. So when I say that Empire Chinese Kitchen's Orange Beef literally (and by literally I mean literally, not figuratively) made me cry - it is not an exaggeration. I had to choose between wolfing the entire plate down without taking a breath, like I wanted to, and savoring literally every single bite. The taste was sophisticated, nuanced, amazing - AND GLUTEN FREE. The waitstaff didn't blink an eyeball when I said I was celiac and did research up to and including calling the farm that is the source of their ingredients to check on another allergy for me. My dining companions similarly enjoyed everything on their meal, and I can vouch for the gluten free steamed buns, as well. I cannot wait to go back! It's an hour from my house, and I'm already counting my gas money.

Marz Kay

I’ve gotten glutened here before… I would not try again. (symptomatic celiac)

fringe flower

We got lunch to go, everything was just awesome! Being a celiac, it's really hard to find safe take out and this was perfect.

Alex Tey

So glad we decided to eat here—good service, even better food. Panang curry was flavorful and mildly spicy, and the chicken was very tender. The tofu pad thai, which was served like an omelette, was also excellent. Gluten-free options were plentiful and clearly marked. A little on the pricier side, but we got what we paid for.

Cass

My boyfriend and I stopped here because their menu had their gluten free options clearly labeled which can be a struggle when eating out. Our server was very knowledgeable about the ingredients and was able to recommend an appetizer (Tatsuta Age!) that was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend got sushi which he said was very good and I had the Pho that was everything I was hoping it would be! I will be adding this to my list of safe restaurants to return to in the future.

Amy Glass

Had some excellent khai gai soup. Everything gluten free was clearly marked. Super clean inside. Will definitely come back!

L STA

We are out-of-towners (Floridians) with a love for good local restaurants. Found Le Mu on Google based on its reviews and it was totally worth the wait to get in. It did not disappoint. Portions are great and the flavors are delicious! Staff is sweet, friendly, and fast. Plenty of gluten free and vegan options which were perfect for my family of 5 diverse eaters!

Joey Puletti

Great vegan/vegetarian and gluten free options. Delicious food and nice atmosphere

Abigail Gustafson

It was different than I was expecting based on their Instagram posts…the highlight of the space is definitely the bar, with the dining room more stark and less cozy than I anticipated. The Brussels sprouts and fried pork belly appetizers were delicious, but the main steak and ramen entrees were a bit underwhelming. The steak was over cooked and the ramen wasn’t especially well-spiced or flavorful. The best part of the menu was the fact that it was extremely gluten-free friendly - including the slice of birthday cake slice with butter cream frosting.

Josh Skowronski

Siam Orchid is a great restaurant! The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, the food is incredible, and the service is timely! They have traditional staples while also being able to accommodate and modify for food allergies like vegan and gluten free making it the perfect place for everyone in your party. Yum!

Harold Quinn

I really enjoy the curry basil Rangoon, bang bang cauliflower, and pork belly fried rice at The Jade. They are delicious. Since I posted this review, my dietary restrictions have changed, and I am now gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, and have a few other restrictions. The staff at The Jade has been incredibly accommodating and even made a note on my account to inform everyone. I appreciate their efforts.

geneva shimmick

The farm to table food, the service, and the vibe here were incredible. There were lots of gluten free options too. I’ll definitely be back!

Emma “The Pale Whale” J

Food was incredible! I got sushi and ramen. Caters well to those with gluten allergy. Highly recommend.

Emelia Tremblay

I love this place, it is super gluten-free friendly. You can get most of the menu! If you are looking for a nicer dinner out, go there! But takeout in your pajamas is incredible too! Try the thai tea! My favorite is the pad thai!

Lisa Weaver

Nice atmosphere and great food! Has several gluten-free options on the menu.

Kylie Thibodeau-Harvey

Absolutely delicious! As someone who is gluten-free and dairy-free, I love that Umami Noodle Bar offers so many amazing options that fit my diet without compromising on flavor. The variety of spice levels is a game-changer, letting me customize my meal just the way I like it. Not only is the food fresh and healthy, but this is also my go-to spot to work—the internet is fast, there are plenty of outlets, and the atmosphere is perfect for getting things done while enjoying a great meal. If you’re looking for the best gluten-free and dairy-free dining spot in Bangor, this is it! The curry broth with rice noodles is my go to!

Jordan Tran

Very accommodating to people with celiac disease which my girlfriend has. They usually have groupons available that are very worth it and food is always great!

Chad Hoyt

As an individual with gluten intolerance, I appreciate how this establishment caters to and shows a deep understanding of gluten-free requirements, setting it apart from other Japanese steakhouses in the vicinity. The food here is notably fresh and appears to be of superior quality compared to other local options. It has swiftly become my new favorite takeout spot for the surrounding lake communities.

Jessica Levy

Gluten free soy sauce is available. They also cook hibachi in the kitchen separately from the table if you need GF .

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Pollyanna Nickerson

Absolutely delicious. I am gluten free and was able to get the vegan dumplings so tasty I was so pumped to be able to order these! Crispy outside…I also ordered the gluten free noodles and chicken. It’s all I can think about. I just need more! Staff is very kind and considerate.

Trampus Gokarts

I’ve been here a few times and I think it’s the best sushi I’ve ever had. The food is so fresh. The staff is friendly and super accommodating. They have gluten-free options including soy sauce.

Lianne Harris

Fantastic Sushi,Poke Bowls, Service.. Enjoyed a lunch with son and daughter in-law at relatively new spot in Freeport. Fresh and delicious rolls etc Perfect for Gluten Free choices Well taken care of by manager/owner.

Jennifer

Food was delivered quickly and was very very tasty. I ordered Pad Thai (gluten-free) , vegetable delight(gluten free) , and my daughter ordered filet mignon. All delicious. Highly recommended

Abigail Gustafson

Very cool, intimate restaurant. We ordered an array of small plates to share and they had a separate gluten free menu that I very much appreciated. Our cocktails were interesting but a bit off the mark. The sashimi was the best dish that we had and the mochi bacon was chewy and interesting.

Tom Sparks

Good food they had a lot of gluten-free options available.

Danielle Dorrie

If we could give Charity ten stars we would! Awesome service and great food. Felt very safe and they were very accommodating with my gluten allergy. Thank you!

A H

Excellent service with delicious food. Easy to navigate menu with gluten and vegetarian clearly labeled.

Eva Webb

This was hands down one of the best pad Thai dishes I’ve ever had. I’ve been disappointed a lot lately when ordering pad Thai, but when I took a bite of this dish, I was blown away. It had the best flavor! Just the right amount of tangy peanuty goodness. And the portion was really big. It was gluten free as well. I had to ask them to make it a little bit spicy, they don’t make it spicy unless you request it, which is different than I’m used to them doing on the west coast. I’m in Portland for the next 3-4 months, and I will definitely make the 20 minute drive for this Pad Thai, and to try other dishes. If you’re in Freeport, give them a try!

Myranda Weston

Good food, gluten free options, good service

Stephen Thibault

"The Jewel of India" has a relaxing atmosphere and pleasing fragrance but also excels in culinary delights. Their delicious Indian cuisine, ranging from mild to hot & spicy, is prepared with cholesterol-free vegetable oil. With vegan, gluten-free, and child-friendly options, they cater to all palates. Their convenient takeout and catering services add to the overall exquisite dining experience.

Karen Mathieu

I am happy to find many gluten-free options in this restaurant. Just wish they didn't use so much MSG. It is a toxin, & causes many people to be sick.

Laura Abraham

Great Thai place. Good variety, flavors and they have Gluten free soy sauce!

bridgett brewer

The staff is wonderful. The food it amazing. They're very accommodating of my gluten allergy.

Stephanie Tassinari

Delicious meal! Very accommodating for gluten allergies as well!

Kate

I love so much about this place! As a gluten free vegan living here, I rarely ever go out. There just aren’t options. So to have a place capable (and willing) to making all entrees v/gf makes me feel more welcome than any other establishment on the island. The food itself is beautiful and tasty. High quality ingredients, and everything is handmade (even the noodles.) For those who think the price is high - yeah, it’s an island. Nothing is cheap here, especially not ingredients which aren’t mainstream in this area. And knowing that profits are going back into the community, helping the island’s food insecurity issues, makes me more than willing to pay. For those who think the food is bland. It probably is if your taste buds are jacked up from eating a diet of predominantly processed food. I eat a whole food diet, and found flavors of my ramen bowl to be amazing (saltier than I’m used to, but I don’t normally eat salt.) I’m blown away by the fact that the brains behind this is two recent grads in their 20’s. Bravo!!! You’re bringing much desired quality to town. It’s fun to eat at community tables, chat with strangers, and experience something different from the typical tourist food scene. Come with an open mind 🥰

N. James Studio B (N. James Studio)

Always amazing! Accommodates vegan and gluten free, and the atmosphere takes you to a better place.

Ann Johnson

Cameron Seker

Everything here was great! The staff, Nick and Nerissa, were amazing and perfectly attentive! Nerissa was very helpful for myself and my partner as she has celiac, so they paid extra care to make sure there would be no cross contamination for their food! All in all it was a great experience and we will definitely be back!

Michelle Scrima

The food was authentic and delicious !!! gluten-free options !!! I forgot the picture first lol sooo good.

jenn jimmo

Food was unbelievable. So fresh and flavorful. Interesting menu with lots of options. Server was helpful about gluten allergies. Everything was delicious. We came with our dog and sat outside, great meal.

A. M.

-Friendly and knowledgeable wait staff -use tamari rather than soy sauce at sushi bar (good for gluten allergies/issues.) I can't eat tamari but they were happy to omit it from my sushi set which was very kind and accommodating of them! -delicious food and good portions -lots of fresh fish on the nigiri omakase -romantic/nice atmosphere (quiet) Just got back from living in Japan for a year and this is the best sushi I've had since being there. Highly recommend! Reservations recommended 👍 easy to do from website

Jenni Plum

I always enjoy eating here and have brought many friends who have never even eaten Thai food before and walked away impressed and wanting to return. Everything is made fresh so you might have to wait for your meal, but it's well worth it. I've been going here for years now and I've never had a bad meal or bad wait staff. One of them even covered my bill once when I misplaced my debit card. They even have some fun American takes on Thai food. And lots of gluten-free options, as well as dairy free and meat-free :-)

Tammy Holman

Great and knowledgeable staff to advise on gluten free options. Food was fabulous... definitely going back!

Allison Toomey

I came across this restaurant when searching for something unique for an anniversary celebration. Upon arriving I immediately realized the location is in the old Fuji building. We entered the restaurant to be told our reservation with all of our “special” notes (anniversary celebration and gluten allergy) was not there despite multiple email and text reminders I had received throughout the day. There thankfully was an available table in the BBQ section which is what I had reserved. Upon walking into the BBQ dining room it was evident there had been little to no physical upgrades to the restaurant in at least 20 years (as a frequent Fuji guest I can tell). The floors were sticky the brick wall had splatters of something all over it, our water had a bug in it. Needless to say we were not impressed with the physical appearance of the restaurant. The food and cocktails were however delicious and made the overall experience far better than we initially expected it to be upon first impression. We ordered a dinner combo with three meats and veggies. The veggie portion was VERY small (literally a slice of an onion, three mushrooms, 2 zucchini slices, and 2 eggplant slices) but the meat portion was more than enough. We will return and hope some physical plant updates are in the future.

Trevor Braun

Grew up around here, this was a great surprise to find when coming back to visit family. Food is delicious, staff is lovely. Knowledgeable about their food and easily accommodated gluten allergies. Pho Co variety for president

Sarah Kowalski

Delicious food and friendly service. It's a bonus that they label which items are gluten-free. The panang curry was some of the best I've had in a while.

Jennifer C

Delicious! The other Thai place down the street was closed for lunch, so I decided to try Thai Villa. I ordered a basil chicken stir fry and my BF got pad (spelled pud on their website) thai. Both were tasty and definitely worth driving a little further out to grab. My only negative is the website's menu is a little unclear on what food is and isn't gluten-free (I can tolerate soy but not wheat). Some food are fried, but it's not clear what the batter is - flour or something else? Most noodles are labeled (eg egg, rice, glass, etc), but a couple weren't. To be fair, this is common for small Asian restaurants, so I wasn't surprised by the vagueness and didn't deduct any points. Thai Villa is worth checking out. We will be coming back.