Top 50 Gluten-Free Asian Culinary Havens Across Texas

Ed D

Saw this on Instagram. We were in a hurry and didn’t review the menu before we went. Not authentic Thai food. Ordered the Pad Ka Prow and had 95% green beans and maybe 2 tablespoons of ground meat. I get the overall healthy, gluten free nature but if you want real Thai then this is not it. I should have been clued in by the location.

Cathleen

They know their way around a green bean!! Tons of gluten free options, super delicious. My faves are the green beans and sticky rice

Erin Pereira

Love this place. They do great sushi. And have awesome gluten free GF options. Also the people are super nice. This is a great local spot.

Maria Cherry

I had one of the worst dining experiences at this restaurant while visiting my kids. They heard about this place and wanted to try it. We love all kinds of Ramen and are always excited to try new places. This place was nearly empty, yet the service and atmosphere were shockingly bad. When we arrived, the only person on the floor was a man who looked like the chef—Asian man in a black chefs uniform who saw us but didn’t acknowledge us at all. Instead, he let us stand there for a while till he turned away and just shouted “DOOR,” seemingly to get an employee’s attention rather than greeting us himself. Someone burst out of the kitchen and we were seated—right next to the expo line, where we had the unfortunate privilege of hearing the staff mock customers based on their appearance and speak very vulgarly about each other and guests. Despite the restaurant being empty at the time, we waited nearly 10 minutes before anyone came to greet us. The chef, who had ignored us earlier, continued to act as if we didn’t exist, even though he keep looking our way through the gaps of the space divider from the expo line to the table right next to it. When our server finally arrived, they looked absolutely miserable—like they hated every second of being there. We had a simple question about nuts in the special, and when our server went to ask, we overheard the chef loudly berating them for not knowing. The poor server came back visibly shaken, and at that point, we decided to avoid asking any more questions for their sake. Later, a short woman with black hair—who I assume was the floor manager—arrived and immediately made everyone’s lives miserable. I watched her micromanage and stress out the already struggling staff, all while we waited 15 minutes for edamame and then almost 40 minutes for food in an empty restaurant. Every employee looked like they wanted to be anywhere else but there. The food itself was completely unimpressive. They only have ONE broth, throwing random toppings on it and calling it different styles of ramen. I’ve had better instant ramen straight out of a plastic bag. I saw someone online compare their ramen to "dog water"—they were not wrong. The vegan option just sad. And dont even bother about coming here if you have celiac. On top of that, the atmosphere was disgusting. Stained ceilings, cracked crown molding, food all over the floor, the tables were sticky and peeling and had food stuck under a circular shaped base that was bolted into the ground (stupid idea), it smelled bad, and despite the restaurant being empty, they sat us right next to the bathroom. To make things worse, they weren’t serving alcohol, blaming it on being "understaffed"—though it seemed more like the managers just didn’t want to do their jobs. If it were super busy, I'd understand but why have a whole bar in an empty restaurant and blame being "understaffed" for not serving me a drink on your menu. Sounds like someone has no idea what they are doing to me. The only bright spot? The servers. They were polite despite everything, but they were clearly under appreciated and mistreated. It was honestly painful to watch. Overall, this was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. Terrible management, gross atmosphere, miserable employees, and mid-tier food at best. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. If i could give this place 0 stars, I'd give it -2

Julio Oliva

Great gluten-free food!

Shade 777

The food was tasty, the staff were attentive, the atmosphere was cute. But there is NOT very much gluten free options. In general, this place is not allergen friendly. If you have no allergies though, it's great!!! Also, the mid-day menu is pretty limited

Christina S.

So grateful for all of the gluten free items here. Very delicious!

Janessa

This was my second amazing meal at Uchi Austin! This time I brought even more people. For our visit to Austin, I put Uchi high on my must—dine list because the flavors were so memorable. Everything was delicious. Sour, umami, spicy, herbaceous, sweet-- they covered every note. We ordered a variety and took recommendations from our wonderful waiter (Armin? Armon? - I should have gotten the spelling). Two of us are gluten free, and two of us don’t even like seafood generally, and we still loved it. Most of the menu can be gluten free (get the ponzu sauce!). What a great memory.

Monica Leitzel

My husband and I absolutely loved out visit here. We were in town for the weekend and needed a quick bite to eat. I have several food intolerances and am non celiac gluten sensitivitie, so finding food while out and about can be hard. This place was able to help with that as they are gluten free and very accommodating with any other food issues you may have. I had the smoked chicken box (which was rice, then smoked chicken on top of that and then a layer of slaw. My husband had the brisket box.(rice layer then brisket and pickles on top of that, then a layer of slaw) Both were cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The customer service was spot on. The only thing we were sad about it there isn't one in the town where we live. So next time we make our way back up to waco, this place will definitely be on our list of places to eat at.

Sarah Helmbrecht

I can't believe I didn't try Uchiko sooner. Anna was a fantastic server and the food was amazing. My boyfriend and I wanted to keep the bill around $200, so I was worried we wouldn't get enough food. I had to unbutton my pants on the way home. We're pretty indecisive, so we took Anna up on her offer to curate a menu for us based on our budget and likes/dislikes. Every single bite of the 9-course dinner was perfect. We got all our favorites (most of which we didn't mention - it felt like she was reading our minds), plus plenty of unique things that I never would've thought to order but turned out to be incredible. She checked in regularly to see what we liked so she could pick the next courses. Our feedback probably wasn't very helpful because we loved everything. I mentioned my gluten intolerance in the reservation. Anna addressed it as soon as we were seated and went over the gluten-free options. The vast majority of the menu items were either gluten-free or could be modified. It really stood out to me that the food runners all specified that each dish they served was gluten-free. I didn't have to spend the meal worrying about miscommunications. Our experience was on par with the Michelin-star restaurants I used to go to when I lived in NYC, but for a fraction of the price. Obviously the food was perfect. But what really set this experience apart was the service. I can't say enough good things about Anna, the bartenders, and the rest of the FOH staff. Everyone went above and beyond to take care of us and make us feel welcomed.

Lisa K

Delicious Korean fusion spot, with a great gluten free selection. Staff was very knowledgeable about the menu and guiding me to both gluten free and dairy free options (the latter not too hard in Asian cuisine). The portions are large and an appetizer and main dish some could be shared amongst friends depending on how hungry you are.

Susan Mayans

Love that I can eat gluten free safely here

Kelly Harris

everything on menu is gluten free! The chicken tenders are amazing! The breading holds well and doesn’t fall apart ! 10/10

Caleb Barlow

Ate here for dinner with a friend tonight, absolutely delicious meal! Very impressed with their menu, everything we ordered was good! Plenty of gluten free items marked on their menu which made it very convenient for me to order. Only downside is the price - pretty expensive, so definitely an every once in a while or special occasion type of restaurant. Also skip the drinks, while they were good, they were pricey ($15-20), so save your money for the food!!

Wendy Kibbe

Stopped in for our double date. We had a reservation and were seated timely, Isaiah took great care of us, the 3 for Feast was awesome! And they took great care to make our friends’ dishes gluten-free. Thank you! (Psst - You can add extra veggies to a dish for a small fee 🙌)

Sara Shorey

They have GF tempura, a dedicated fryer, and gf options besides rolls!

Carmen Sandoval

My son-in-law and daughter took me here today to celebrate my birthday. The food is amazing, and the service is excellent as well. The dishes are prepared fresh with natural ingredients the moment you order. They also offer many gluten-free options. The crêpe roll is made with such dedication that you’ll enjoy the same great taste in every bite. My family belief that the only reason why they are not always super crowd is because restaurants around are also good. I believe many people haven’t try it yet. Give it a try and you will never go anywhere else for a crepe.

Luis Gonzalez

Outstanding food as always. Drinks are priced well. Gluten free options are available. Always a perfect vibe for lunch or dinner. Be back soon!

Elizabeth Cardenas

Great gluten-free options, fantastic mango sticky rice and wonderful waitstaff. I will be back and would love to try their other locations as well.

Victorious Thompson

I celebrated my birthday here, and hands down, this was the best dining experience I’ve had in Austin in the last three years. The ambiance, customer service, and music were all top-tier. I ordered the chef’s special—a five-course meal that turned into six, thanks to our incredible server, Kendra. She was thoughtful, kind, and knew the menu inside and out. Every recommendation she made was spot on. Plus, my lady is gluten- and dairy-free, and anytime a restaurant can accommodate her needs without skipping a beat, it’s a huge win. 5-star everything—can’t wait to come back!

Suzanne Stratton

Tristan was amazing. Great service and d very attentive to our gluten allergy

Bryan Skarke

We visit almost weekly for lunch and have always loved the service and quality of food. Their gluten free options are fantastic (I'm Celiac). Our server Jane always takes the best care of us!

Kathy Meredith

JP is awesome I ordered gluten free food & he advised I could have gluten free soy sauce to go with it.

Stacy Falbaum

It’s so delicious. Like a reinterpretation of a classic noodle bowl. So fresh and no concerns about a negative health impact!

Eric R

Love the gluten free options. Food is always fresh and well seasoned. We love coming here!

David Howell

When your whole order is Gluten Free because of celiac disease (read: allergy) and they send you a wheat flour cake… smh

Angelica Le

We firsted tried Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar via Postmates then our apartment catered from Loro which we found out to be the same place. After trying it twice, we want to experience Loro in person, especially given their expansive menu with so many items to try. Crispy Chicken Sandwich ($13.95): This sandwich came with citrus-cabbage slaw, pickles, hot honey, and smoked hot sauce. They put the slaw and hot honey sauce on the side, but even after adding the slaw and dipping the sandwich in the sauce, it felt deconstructed and didn't quite come together. I think the slaw would have been better mixed with mayo instead of citrus, which didn't complement the chicken well. Unfortunately, the chicken itself was dry and lacked flavor. Char Siew Pork Belly Bowl ($16.50): The pork belly was phenomenal but the portion size was small for the price, especially in contrast to the crispy chicken sandwich. There was barely any rice so they covered the bowl with a layer of veggies instead. The sauce it came with was really good and paired well with the fresh veggies. Wonton Chips & Dip ($8): Wow these wonton pieces are huge and crispy. They paired well with the thai green salsa which I thought was chimichurri. Even with the salsa on, the wonton chips remained crispy for a long period of time. Smoked Shishito Queso ($9.5): These weren't your average tortilla chips but were huge half moon, crispy chips topped with kimchi furikake. There were great with cheese and would have been better if they got it with protein. Smoked Wings ($13.95): Even though the wings were cold by the time we ate them, we could still taste the smoky flavor. However, I was surprised to see the menu description mention miso blue cheese because I didn't taste it at all. The hot sauce was noticeable, but it wasn't spicy.. Smoked Beef Brisket ($18.95): This was one of the best briskets we've had! The meat was incredibly juicy and fatty, though you could easily trim the fat if preferred. The chili gastrique and Thai herbs complemented the brisket nicely, but honestly, the meat was so flavorful on its own that it didn't need much else. Crispy Potatoes ($7.95): Unfortunately, the potatoes were hard, so we didn't enjoy them too much. They were seasoned with miso mustard, habanero aioli, and toasted white sesame, but the flavors were subtle and didn't stand out. Sesame Rice Noodles ($7.95): These gluten-free noodles were tossed in a chili vinaigrette with black sesame, green onion, and cilantro. While they were decent, they didn't pair well with the brisket or wings. I'd only recommend ordering them as part of an entrée rather than as a standalone side. Chocolate Chip Cookie ($3.95): The description says it has salted toffee and almonds but I didn't taste any almond. Nevertheless, the cookie was good, sweet, and a good size. House Made Lemonade ($4): The lemonade was too sour for my taste, yet tasted surprisingly good mixed with beer.

Marla Johnson

Made a special trip to try this. Website says gluten free, sign next to kiosk says gluten free, but when I step to the counter there's a sign handwritten saying you have to tell them ahead of time that you need it gluten free. I was not greeted when I came to the door so my only option was the kiosk. I wasted my time and money. At least I am not sick. If you are truly gluten free, I would not take the risk.

Swank Yankee

Great food with many gluten free options! I especially love their shirataki noodle dishes!

Samantha Farber

We went for happy hour and they’ve got a great selection. I’m gluten-free and they were well-versed on what precautions to take and able to answer any questions I had about modifications.

Jen T

I love their food . The gluten free coconut cream pie is worth the trip alone and their peach ginger tea is the best ..

Victoria Wright

This might be the best Asian food we’ve ever had! Their sushi was freshly made and delicious. We will definitely be back. For anyone gluten free, I am celiac and I had no symptoms after and had many delicious items. They have tons of gluten free options.

Lior Seidel

Great place for gluten free sushi

Janell Hensley

Conrad was amazing! AMAZING spot for people with allergen and dietary restrictions. I hardly ever get to go out to eat because of my dairy and soy allergens, so this place was a great treat for people like me! Lots of gluten free and vegan options available!!

Elizabeth Cardenas

Pricy but good and gluten-free options available.

Ryan Perel

Excellent Thai food and able to make almost all dishes gluten free.

Yannick Strickler

Food was great! Gluten free options, calories are mentioned in every plate so is easy if you are doing macros or counting calories.

dieu le

The service was outstanding, the pizza cooked in almost exactly the allotted time, and then we unpacked the box. We instantly recognized the crust when we took the first piece, such a fantastic bake! The first taste revealed the flavor and gluten in the dough.

Liz Guerra

Not gluten free friendly. I asked the worker if tofu was the only protein that was gluten free she had no idea what I was asking.

R Smith

We LOVE Tokyo cafe! The food is always good and the place is so clean. The staff is always helpful and friendly. We love dining in and getting take out. Their take out packaging is great! Our food is always still warm when we get home. Lots of gluten free options, too! Please never go out of business!!

Stephanie L

Great service and good gluten free options

D T

I'm gluten free and the fact that the have gluten free dumplings?!?!!! Game over. The dumplings are so light and delicate and delicious. I've gotten I think all of the gluten free ones at different times? And they are all amazing. Big fan of their spicy chili oil and their bacon fried rice too! If you're feeling spicy, get the Le Hot - their spicy cocktail. Not too spicy and perfectly balanced!

Lara

So beautifully healthy and delicious. Best of all, gluten free!!

A D

I used to go to this place some years ago and saw how it went from a very visited place to a more or less empty space. I am glad they have a new, recognized chef who has worked both the menu and the atmosphere. I love the new dishes, especially the gluten-free ones. They are nutritious, really delicious, and priced right. The portion size is also right. If you once got there, I invite you to give it a new try. I think it won't disappoint you.

Carolina Hernandez

I love the bowls and plenty of gluten free options

Stevey Greenhalgh

The food here is always so good and it's nice to have gluten free options. Lacey was our server and she was very attentive and kind.

John Rodriguez

This Thai place is seriously amazing! You can't go wrong with anything you order, but I'm obsessed with their Pad See Ew and Yellow Curry. The best part? You can easily order online or over the phone, and they've got some awesome gluten-free options too. The place is always clean, has such a cool vibe, and the service is great. Seriously, can't recommend it enough!

Cindy McCullough

Delicious food! Wonderful service! We are a part of six, had different meals, all of us enjoyed everything! Two of us gluten free and thankfully, several GF choices.

John Doe

Almost always great. Food was excellent, service was excellent. Gluten free options that taste amazing. Aaron is one of the best servers we've had in a long time. Ask for Aaron if at all possible.

Patti Bass

Our server was immensely friendly and helpful! He was very attentive and suggested many gluten free choices for me and I was amazed by how great they all tasted! I would definitely come here and ask for BRENT again!