Top 23 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in North Park, San Diego

Your curated guide to gluten-free dining options, with detailed reviews and recommendations for safe celiac-friendly meals.

Tribute Pizza

3077 N Park Way, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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A vibrant local spot in a former post office, known for its unique pizza offerings, fun ambiance, and a lively atmosphere perfect for groups.

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Jason
Jason
Probably the best gluten free pizza I've had in the US. Pizzana, Sisters, and Ambrogio15 are also up there

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Caffè Calabria

3933 30th St Suite 2, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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A must-visit for coffee enthusiasts and pizza lovers, boasting freshly roasted brews and expertly crafted pies in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Marcel Fafard
Marcel Fafard
Caffe Calabria is one of my new favorites. The gluten free pizza here is the best I've ever had. Amazing bar, and coffee roasting on site.

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The Mission

2801 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Get ready for a fantastic breakfast experience with fresh, unique dishes and a lively atmosphere that keeps everyone coming back for more!

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Sydni Whelan
Sydni Whelan
Love this spot so much! The best gluten free toast in town can’t go wrong with the mission rosemary and chicken apple sausage. Chefs kiss!

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Breakfast Republic

2730 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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With a quirky vibe and a loyal following, this spot offers tasty options for everyone along with fun merchandise to browse.

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Stacy Desmond
Stacy Desmond
Super friendly and accommodating staff! I've been going to the North Park location for over 7 years and am a regular customer. They remember my order every time and greet me warmth and kindness, professionalism and personality. The food is always hot and fresh and they make special dietary substitutions for my vegan- gluten free diet without any problems. This is my home away from home! Maria is the best , and so is the whole staff!

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Swami's Cafe North Park

3794 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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This spot is a must-visit for a lively brunch with an impressive menu, but watch out for gluten-related confusion!

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Erin Famulare
Erin Famulare
Love coming here for breakfast or lunch, especially when I have visitors in town! They have a fabulous menu with lots of yummy gluten free options. I always order the tropical salad with shrimp and it’s huge with tons of fresh fruits and veggies, marinated grilled shrimp, and super flavorful basil vinaigrette. Their smoothies are awesome, too. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend checking this place out!

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Communal Coffee

2335 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Sip on quality brews in a vibrant atmosphere; this spot's a local gem, though snagging a table may be a challenge. They've even got a small gift shop!

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Jimmy Caldwell
Jimmy Caldwell
I was pleasantly surprised by the brownie, especially since I am usually skeptical of gluten-free products. I highly recommend it! The cold brew was also great and the ambiance of the place was really nice.

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Atypical Waffle Company

3519 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Renowned for its unique one-item concept, eclectic atmosphere, and awesome Drewski's Lemonade—comes with discounted refills on purchased bottles.

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Dev Master
Dev Master
Great waffles. Lots of different options with vegan and gluten free options. Not just sweet waffles also savory. Staff is very friendly and patient. Not huge portions or very heavy. Definitely recommend you come and try their waffles.

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Ranchos Cocina

3910 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Expect a stunning venue with a diverse menu offering both vegan options and a variety of selections for different dietary needs.

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Miguel Sanchez
Miguel Sanchez
Was skeptical coming here as I thought it was only a Vegan place, however some of their food can be made to be vegan or gluten free. The Carne Asada was flavorful in the big breakfast burrito. My favorite thing was the Vegan Horchata Latte. I will be dreaming about that drink until the next time I come back to San Diego to visit.

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Subterranean Coffee Boutique

3764 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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This cozy spot in North Park offers a vibrant atmosphere and unique drinks, perfect for a sweet treat with friends.

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Christine P
Christine P
This "coffee boutique" is a definite must -stop if you're in North Park. I had the Mexican mocha - YUM! I'd always wondered about the quality of Abuelita chocolate since I'm still discovering more and more about Mexican. But, OMG, it was fire! The lusciousness of that chocolate...wow! I need to head straight to the store and get some of it! My husband had the mocha with Reeces. Peanut butter explosion! He was a happy guy. My mom enjoyed a decaf Americano, which she described as "not bitter and very hot." Please take note that the parking situation is a challenge, putting it mildly. I have an 80-year-old mother and my own disability to take into consideration. I wish I'd known about the parking and entrance behind the store.That said, we were able to park around the corner, which was only a few steps away. It has a nice vibe to it. The menu is very vegan and gluten-free friendly, including the donuts! We would've stayed, but we had take-out in the car; otherwise, we would've stayed. Definitely have to keep this on the list.

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Flap Your Jacks

3020 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Great spot for pancake lovers to customize their breakfast experience, offering unique batters and a fun DIY vibe.

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Haylee Jane Monteiro
Haylee Jane Monteiro
Actually came here for Yelp event and took an order to go. It was just the plain Buttermilk Pancakes and Whipped Mascarpone topping. I actually wanted the red velvet pancakes but they don't have those to go to avoid any cross-contamination on their griddles at the back. The custom flavors are only available for stove top. To go orders were for gluten-free or buttermilk pancakes only. That said I actually really loved even those buttermilk pancakes so I can only imagine how good the red velvet must be! Just the right amount of sweet and I didn't even need to add any toppings on it. Mascarpone was perfectly smooth and delicious on its own as well. Really looking forward to coming here and making my own pancakes sometime soon.

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Awash Ethiopian Restaurant

2884 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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A hidden gem in San Diego County, known for its incredible flavors and a unique store offering spices and injera!

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Stephanie Perkins
Stephanie Perkins
Love this place and the flavor, best Ethiopian Food in San Diego County. Order black injera for gluten free people so you can get 100% teff injera. I have been going here for years and every time I bring friends everyone is so pleased. Grateful for this gem! Their store is amazing as well! You can buy injera and other herbs/spices as well! Cant wait to go here again!

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Mazara Trattoria

2306 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Jennifer Sprehe
Jennifer Sprehe
Excellent service and gluten free pizza! Cameron was the best server, super attentive and pleasant. Wonderful town gem!

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Café Madeleine North Park

2850 El Cajon Blvd suite b, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Discover a cozy gem with a diverse breakfast and lunch menu, where efficient service and delightful drinks make every visit special!

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Sarah DeBoy
Sarah DeBoy
10s across the board! I avoided this spot on the assumption I wouldn’t be able to eat anything on the menu. How wrong I was! There are many gluten and dairy free options✨ The food, drinks, and service was perfect.

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Crazee Burger

3993 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Unexpectedly cozy spot with unique flavors and amazing in-house BBQ sauce that keeps fans coming back for more in North Park.

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Denise Denise
Denise Denise
I'm surprised this place wasn't more crowded. The food was DELICIOUS, unuque (if that's what you want) and reasonably priced. Even the traditional fare, like my friend and I had (if you want to call a terducken burger 'traditional') were cooked to perfection and tasted just really really good. They had 3 options for the buns: brioche, gluten-free, or vegan. I had my burger animal style though because we couldn't determine if any of the buns were soy-free. Their BBQ sauce is though - they make it in house & it's pretty tasty too. Whenever I go through North Park, I'll definitely come here again.

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Cafe 21 University Heights

2736 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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A vibrant spot with a fun atmosphere, offering fresh farm-to-table ingredients and unique drinks that will leave you craving more.

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Danielle Lein
Danielle Lein
OMG I LOVE THIS PLACE!! Came here with our Bridal party for brunch, was a short wait to get seated. Our server Tyler was the absolute best, most kind person, and made our experience that much better and more fun! And don't even get me started on the food! If your looking for something, fresh, farm to table, organic, only the best ingredients, and absolutely delicious!! This is the place!! The best food and drinks I've had in a long while! Truly quality food that you can taste! The galaxy tea was such a fun experience too! The dutch pancakes were absolutely to die for!! They also had a gluten free lava cake dessert that was great for one of the girls in our party. The atmosphere was really beautiful and the bathrooms were clean. And our server Tyler even brought a free dessert for our bride! This place was so good that we are still talking about it and we want to go back! There is so much more on the menu to try!

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Street Side Thai Kitchen

3025 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Aimee Tariq
Aimee Tariq
Gluten free friendly and nice staff

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Northside Shack - North Park

3773 30th St UNIT H, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Lior Seidel
Lior Seidel
Great acai bowls. 100% GF!

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Falafel Heights

4118 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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A charming spot with mouthwatering falafel, fresh salads, and rotating specials that make each visit a tasty adventure!

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Carrie Ames
Carrie Ames
The falafel is absolutely delicious. As is the garlic sauce. The falafel bowl is vegan and gluten free.

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Sunnyboy Biscuit Co.

3749 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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Travis Pluss
Travis Pluss
Delicious! Loved the Meat Stack. Hoping for more Gluten Free dishes in the future.

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Olympic Cafe

2310 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Linda Mashuda
Linda Mashuda
Accommodated my gluten and dairy allergies. Juicy Greek chicken with crisp skin is first rate. Would make the flight from the East coast just to get the great food and friendly service

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Tacotarian

4332 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Charming spot with a counter-order system, perfect for those eager to explore various options and enjoy a laid-back vibe.

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Michelle McKenney
Michelle McKenney
I gave 5 stars as us like to return to try different options as I may not have chosen the best. Cute place. Order at the counter, then brought to your table. That day the counter person could not recommend what beer may have been gluten free. And it was a truck to get salsa. However happy to try again.

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Santos Coffee House

3191 Thorn St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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Get ready for awesome coffee, charming local art, and delightful bagels that make this spot a must-visit for a cozy hangout.

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Mamie Johnson
Mamie Johnson
Amazing coffee, super friendly staff, and delish breakfast bagels (gluten free friendly options as well!). They also sell super cute local art and magnets that make great gifts

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Blackmarket Bakery North Park

4686 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
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Expect to pay a bit more for the lovely outdoor vibe and a quirky shop with unique knickknacks, though service might be hit or miss.

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Maclaine Scher
Maclaine Scher
Phenomenal iced dirty chai! Gluten and vegan pastry options that are really delicious!

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