Top 49 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Enjoy in Santa Barbara

Jeremy Mozlin

Lovely little place in downtown SB that you'd never know was gluten-free if you didn't ask! Food was delicious, and they clearly put great care into their decor, tableware, and other accents. Save room for dessert, if you can!

Marley Jay

I love this place so greatly, when I lived downtown I would eat here on the regular. The best thing is it is very inclusive of most diets and has a pretty nice selection of vegan and gluten free items, including at some times of year seasonal cakes and pies.. yumm.. However, today in summertime, their were more choices in the salad and entree bar; including some delicious looking pasta salads, and did I mention how high quality all the ingredients are? Today I kept it simple, and got the gluten free vegan snickerdoodle cookies. They are like puffs of sweet satisfying heaven. I can have few with a small latte and just allow my mind to travel and vacation for a moment. The latte which I had for their, in a cup, making it all the more cozy was divine. Steamed well as for the almond mylk, and had a lovely sweet nutty flavor to the espresso. Very quick service btw. Thats the beauty of this place is you can go and get a latte and nosh, or an entire meal and perhaps some wine.. I will keep coming back and have heard the best things about the owner, thanks for such a delectable space🙏🏽

John Ward

So it's a pretty touristy experience. Brunch in the sun under an umbrella just off the beach? Check. Great food with little appetizer bonus? Check. (Blueberry muffin basket) People jogging by and a blonde waitress named Brooke with slight vocal fry? Check. But after driving up from LA all morning, that was what we wanted. In all seriousness, it was a great experience with unobtrusive gluten-free options. Will stop here again next time we are traveling through. Ymmv for locals, but the parking lot is almost empty and it's full, so people are walking here.

Nancy Myers

I had something labeled gluten free, but was I'll for 3 days with gluten related allergy.

Grace Parkey

Beware! While I’ve always enjoyed Finney’s food and their many gluten free options, the last three times I’ve dined here my boyfriend and I have gotten horribly sick. Unfortunately will never eat here again. We last ate here on Wednesday 4/9/25 and spent the entire next day sick, my bf had to leave work due to vomiting and I had to leave school from nausea and stomach pain that lasted until Saturday morning. Food and price is not worth the aftermath.

Alexis Morra

The atmosphere is really nice. I came here to try the quiche and gluten free baked goods. The blueberry gluten free muffin was quite small and mildly flavored. I got a much bigger and better one at Helena Ave Bakery. I read the reviews raving about the quiche and I don’t get the hype. It’s a slice of a basic quiche. It’s nice the crust is gluten free but it was quite thick crust and the quiche was not freshly made…maybe it was fresh from the morning, I got there around 10:40am. But it was reheated and cold in the middle.

Brett Rietveld

Had gluten free options. My girlfriend is celiac and she enjoyed the fries and the cake. Has fun nights like live music or bingo

Leilani Barnes

Delicious delicious options, and a good amount of gluten free choices too :) the creations are BEAUTIFUL

Alicia G

Loved the food, atmosphere, and our server Zack was amazing! I am gluten free and Zack was very knowledgeable and reassured me that he would take every precaution to ensure my meal was gluten free. We got the ahi tuna crudo, butter leaf salad, and catch of the day which all had excellent summer flavors and were the perfect portion sizes. Definitely recommend.

Sophie GILIBERT

Excellent pastries and sandwiches Very warm welcome Special mention for the perfect gluten-free breads

C C

My first, but not last, time at Handlebar Coffee. Great location, seating options, customer service and, hooray: gluten free options!!

Steve L

Popular restaurant and bakery in downtown Santa Barbara. Great place for breakfast on the weekends. A wide variety of Danish baked goods along with some other non-Danish items. Some gluten-free items also available. All the baked items I’ve tried were good to very good. Depending on the item, you may be able to ask for a small taste before purchase. Many items available by the piece for dine- in or takeout, as well as entire baked items such as pies, cakes, and large pastries. Special occasion cakes can also be pre-ordered, such as birthday cakes. Indoor and outdoor dining available, with outdoor dining being a good place to people watch as this block tends to be somewhat busy with pedestrian traffic. Parking available via multiple nearby public lots off of Chapala Street and Anacapa Street. Boutique shopping also available in the nearby La Arcada shopping center.

Kylie Van De Wyngaerde

The best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had. Bartenders asked me for all of my allergies and have a dairy free option on the menu that is amazing.

Jason Morales

I'm not used to eating at Gluten free restaurants, but this place had some surprising dishes. First off, wasn't too excited to be going here in the first place. Not much looked appealing. Ordered the salmon. And I was pleasantly surprised. It was very tasty. Also had this Kung pow cauliflower appetizer (I hate cauliflower) that was so delicious. Wow, so good! Overall, it was a great experience.

Paula B

First time here. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful even though it was extremely busy. The chips and salsas were very good and gluten-free. I had the chicken enchiladas. I requested extra sauce and sliced radishes. It was delicious. My companion had the steak fajitas, the meat was cooked to perfection but it was a bit bland. On the plus side they have lots of gluten-free choices.

Emily

Lovely little brunch cafe! Full coffee and alcohol bar. They also have a few menu items for gluten free and vegan. Top notch food.

Joni Shimabukuro

Food was delicious and good gluten free options! Husband had tofu scramble and loved it. Warning the portions are huge so have an appetite! Server was super friendly and very helpful with explaining the gluten free options.

Tim Jones

The atmosphere here is fantastic. Even though it was overcast when my gf & I attended, it was still fantastic. Service was great. Our server knew the menu we'll and helped my gf choose something that was gluten free. Bloody mary & and Mimosas were great. A lot of heaters in the outdoor dining area to keep you warm along with a glass sea wall.. Once you're done with your meal, you can go for a walk on the beach. Place is dog friendly.

Linda Bis

Had a really good gluten free pizza.

Elizabeth Dammann

Kylie Van De Wyngaerde

Amazing gluten free waffles and pancakes in addition to a bunch of naturally gluten free breakfast items.

John Van Wyk

Best gluten-free bread ever!

coop

Bree’osh is a delightful French bakery and breakfast spot in the heart of Montecito. It’s extremely efficient and the amount of pastries coming out of this place seems endless. That being said, they will run out of the best stuff if you don’t get there on time. Their breakfast sandwiches are a highlight and it’s a shame they do not have more gluten free options on the menu because I’m sure they would be incredible. They obviously have a ton of skill when it comes to pastries, their coffee and teas leave a little bit to be desired, but still are an excellent treat to go with your croissant.

Renee Glosecki

Enjoyed a quick dinner with the family after a long day sightseeing. Great options for dinner. I was happy to see some gluten free options and vegan options as well. Kids enjoyed the house fish and chips and Bacon Bbq Burger. Hubby had halibut tacos and I had the smoked turkey sandwich on gf bread. Bread was very reminiscent of bread I had at Breeosh nearby and was good quality. All were pleased. Relaxed environment, great service.

Mellisa Limas

A friend and I went for a morning hike and stopped here for a little snack. She got the gluten free blueberry muffin and I got the toast with butter and jam . The sourdough toast is impeccable. The raspberry jam was delicious.

olmyster911

Friendly staff. Good gluten free options.

Kage Gill

Classy Popular Fresh Healthy Gluten / dairy free options

Carina Widlund

This is good food and cheap. As I am gluten intolerant I could eat taquitos and have some nachos. This dish costed 7.50 dollar. Friendly staff and they worked very quickly.

Caroline Kuras

Delicious oat milk matcha latter with honey. They have a few gluten-free options for pastries! Very charming and pleasant location and staff.

Allison Kuykendall

We loved it, gluten-free items were clearly labeled on their menu making ordering easy. The fresh made tortillas were the best.

Kristen L.

Loved the food and the hustle and bustle here! Our bartender Julio was great and we had a lot of fun! On top of that they were very knowledgeable about allergies and I was able to get a meal that was gluten and dairy-free!

Loni Anderson

Efficient youthful staff get the job done at this take out fast casual eatery on the harbor pier. Menu includes what you'd expect. Several fried choices and fountain sodas. Our group ordered batter and deep fried shrimp tacos and batter deep fried fish tacos. One in our group was gluten sensitive and they accommodated her no batter (which has flour) request. Tables are grimy and I don't think the restaurant has anything to do with cleaning them. Some of the tables have umbrellas some are full sun.

Tara Penny

Incredible salads and atmosphere - the date and apple salad is phenomenal! Decent gluten free options.

Vanessa Tomm

Everyone is friendly and very approachable. One of the staff modified my bowls by adding almonds instead of granola.They have gluten free granola available. It is always packed testifying to how amazing their bowls are.

nikki love

I highly recommend this place. The service is great, happy clean environment. I am gluten free and ate the soft tacos made to how I wanted them with a side of rice and they were delicious. My husband is vegan and got the enchiladas (there’s a nice size vegan menu) and said they were delicious. The portions are big so come hungry. Friends got the chimichanga and nachos and the portions were huge and I was told they were delicious. They have several different sauces my favorite was the chunky tomato. Others with me got the churros and loved them, they come in six. If you are gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, or have no dietary restrictions you will be satisfied. We were in Solvang and came to SB twice and ate at Rudy’s for lunch. Highly recommend!

Amanda Katherine Zavala

Since visiting Oaxaca many years ago, I have yet to experience such incredible moles and foods. Truly one of the best meala I've had in Santa Barbara. The drinks, entrees, and dishes are rich, complex, bright, acidic and perfectly spiced. The moles are gluten free and there were many vegetarian options as well. Took my partner there for his birthday and were blown away by the incredible service and taste.

Johanna Gudmandsen

Great location at the end of the pier, had a nice experience! I need to eat gluten free and they were happy to accommodate, I had the lobster taco which was great.

Goodle Personnen

My fav place for breakfast/brunch in Santa Barbara! Destination spot on every trip here... that's how good it is! And what makes it so amazing is not only creative and healthy organic, gluten free food but the service!! Incredibly caring, very personal, and so genuine! In 5 years of eating here, always consistent!!

Rob M

To be fair, I keep having one of the same two sandwiches over and over again. They're just so incredibly good. Each and every time, always fresh and flavorful, with the perfect balance of ingredients. And they're large and filling too. And get this ~ they don't charge extra for gluten free bread, which by the way is really good quality gf bread. If you're a fan of a good hearty sandwich, this might be the place to check out. I'm going to have to try other sandwiches and the salads look really good too. Cheers.

J.M M.

The general manager is gentlemen named Alfredo. He most kind, hard working, very accommodating, and incredibly helpful. The service is very good, I arrived earlier than anticipated so i ordered a glass of red wine and the Happy hour cheese burger no bun (celiac). After serving me they had second thoughts about the fries and sent me a baked potato instead. Flattered by their consideration! I highly recommend this restaurant.

Carina Widlund

They have excellent breakfast and the staff is very friendly. It’s the first time in three weeks that a restaurant could offer me a gluten-free muffin. No extra cost for that. Big plus! I could also choose between potato’s or a salad to the omelette and that was really good. This I a popular place but you didn’t need to wait for your food. It would have been nice to drink coffe from a cup instead of a mug and also to be offer a refill. I recommend this place and especially if you’re gluten intolerant.

Paulo Inostroza

Several gluten free options, including pancakes and waffles

C C

Although I'm giving this 5 stars, the inside noise level is too loud and the french fries really need some improvement. Service was definitely good and I appreciate the staff being familiar with gluten issues.

Althea F.

Coffee so so. Lots of options for sandwiches, all of which can be made gluten free and are pretty good. Smoothies so so but somehow just the thing sometimes. Tons of baked goods options, all of which have been pretty good. They sell out most days Ambiance cheerful and busy. Lot of space inside and out. Big windows. Parking on site

Amy Kimes

Last Summer while embarking on a road trip through the picturesque Santa Barbara area, my friends and I decided to make a pit stop along the beach for lunch, and Shoreline Cafe proved to be an excellent choice. Parking was conveniently located in a beachside lot adjacent to the restaurant, albeit requiring a modest fee, as is common at most beaches. The walk to the restaurant took merely a minute, making it incredibly accessible. Eager for a unique dining experience, we requested a table right on the sand. Though there was a short wait, the presence of Adirondack chairs in the sandy waiting area allowed us to enjoy the beach atmosphere while anticipating our meal. Within a brief 10 minutes, we were ushered to our table nestled in the sand. Our chosen spot offered an unparalleled view of the ocean, along with the perfect vantage point for people-watching and observing seagulls attempting to snatch unsuspecting diners' meals. The menu boasted several gluten-free options, and the server was attentive and knowledgeable in addressing our inquiries about food allergies and restrictions, instilling confidence in our dining choices. Opting for a safe and delicious option, I enjoyed a lettuce-wrapped burger patty with white rice and fresh fruit. Meanwhile, my friends indulged in the delectable fish and chips, attesting to its tastiness. The service was characterized by enthusiasm, patience, and a deep understanding of the menu. The staff even made efforts to deter seagulls, although, regrettably, a neighboring table fell victim to a seagull pilfering a sandwich. Nevertheless, the antics of the seagulls added a touch of amusement and lively conversation to our dining experience. Eagerly anticipating the next opportunity to share a meal with my friends, toes buried in the warm sand, at Shoreline Cafe.

Brian Varela

Best sandwiches in Santa Barbara 👍👍 they even have gluten free options

Janine Negrin

I used to come here 25 years ago in college and I thought I would go with my Daughter. I was pleasantly surprised with all the vegan options and you can make it gluten free with a bowl. The green salsa was Good and plentiful. I would recommend if you want a good burrito.

Judith Foster

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