Top 39 Gluten-Free Brunch Spots to Enjoy in Palm Springs

Jacob Peacock

We needed an early lunch for the road, so got take out here. I ordered the lasagna and it was not good at all in my opinion. First, it looked gray and flat. I promise I took that picture in the sun and tried to make it look as good as possible. Second, it was small, especially for $20: there were only two layers of pasta, so it wasn't thick, and it wasn't that large a slice. Third, it tasted about as good as it looked. (I didn't realize it was gluten free, but that's probably why the pasta was especially disappointing.) I will say the biscuits and gravy were redeeming (despite being not a great take-out food). The root vegetable hash tofu scramble was bland: I suspect the tofu was flavored only with a bit of turmeric and salt, perhaps. We added two packets of cholula and then added salsa to give it some flavor.

Grace B

Really good

William Wilson

What an absolute treat. They even have gluten free crepes! I highly recommend it.

Stephanie Roush

Gluten free options galore! Vegetarian also. We loved the food and our server, Kaitlin, was hilarious and made our time there amazing. We wish we had eaten all of our meals here on our trip.

Em Siegel

Fantastic service, good food and drinks but the atmosphere left a bit to be desired. I came here with a group of 9 people, and we were seated in the back room where I guess they put the bigger groups. The smaller front room with the bar seemed like way more of a vibe with the lighting, decor and music but the back room was kind of big and boring with bright overhead lighting. The food wasn't mind blowing but it was totally solid and I was very pleased with the number of gluten free options and the staff's knowledge and detail about cross contamination, ensuring that I would be safe to eat here as a person with celiac disease. The highlights were the amazing gluten free churros (!!!) and our wonderful server. If you're with a big group, they can definitely support that but I hope they can improve the vibes of that back space. I would come back, maybe with a smaller group, and sit in the more vibey front bar area and honestly I'd come back just for the churros they were so good!

Maria S

Enjoyed a lovely breakfast on the terrace. They sat us quickly. The server was busy and friendly. What I loved was their gluten free options.

Paul Patton

4/16/25: dinner with a friend. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we lost track of time. We started the evening sitting outside, but the gusty wind drove us inside to a beautiful table by the window. The staff made this transition very smooth despite it being a busy day at the restaurant. My friend claimed that her drink was excellent although a bit on the strong side. I enjoyed the gluten-free chicken masala and she said that the happy hour hamburger, which she had on a gluten-free bun, was excellent. Our total for dinner for two, with shared brussel sprouts as an appetizer, and the one cocktail was about $76 before tip.

Jessica L. Pishney

Gluten free options for many things. Ask for bread or English muffin GF substitute. Yummy drinks. Great atmosphere. One of our favorite places!

Sellers Family

Our family of four went here. Our 12 year old is gluten intolerant. The food was amazing and nearly the whole menu could be made gluten free. The highlights were the cabbage main and the cold pea soup. Both wee unique and delicious. The only downside is that the kitchen is small and the food takes a while to- expect to spend 90 minutes getting appetizers and dinner. Worth it though!

Paul Patton

4/16/25: breakfast with a friend. The outdoor seating area in this restaurant is borderline magical. Somehow, even though dozens of people are seated in this small space, it still felt like it was just the two of us. If the service was spotty, and the food just okay, the atmosphere would still somehow make this place excellent. But good news! The service is 4 out of 5 stars, and the food is scrumptious. There seems to be a small army of servers who somehow danced around the tight space, keeping water glasses full and checking on diners. I enjoyed a gluten-free omelette that surprisingly came with some regular bread. The server happily replaced it with gluten-free bread quickly. I also enjoyed French press coffee. This is a busy restaurant, but I give them props for developing an efficient system regarding the waitlist and notification when the table is ready. They suggested a 35 minute wait, but it ended up being like 15. My tip is to not be afraid of a long line. You will probably be seated quickly, and a short wait is definitely worth it.

Valerie Butterbredt-Barron

WOW! This place exceeded expectations. I was nervous because we had a party of 11(8 adults and 3 children). They don't accept reservations but we were sat instantly at 6pm. This is a great location for people looking to have separate checks and order when you are ready. They are organized and efficient. We ordered the food and it came out in less than 10 minutes. My family ordered nacho fries, fajitas (half chicken/half asada), wings, and 4 on the rocks margaritas flight. It was $105 all together but worth every penny. Presentation, quality of food, and atmosphere were exceeded expectations. We sat with our party on the patio table 1 and 3. Our whole party had fun. They had two mix ups with some of our parties food due to misunderstandings. One person is gluten intolerant and was able to order but got there food in delay. I didn't get any food pictures because the kids were hungry but the portions are not small. I recommend the flights.

Ami Baio

My last trip to Palm Springs I ate here three times in four days because I’m obsessed. I’m vegan and gluten free and everyone was kind, thoughtful, and helpful. Thank you so very much! I can’t wait to visit again!

Benjamin Franke (Solstice Son)

Sammy G’s was quite a fancy looking spot although when I went everything seemed to be in some defunct stage, waiting for parties later on. My guests were sat on a patio lined with cheesy St Patrick’s day decorations and I sipped on a “Blue Lady” while contemplating the cultural meaning of the giant blow-up rainbow flowing into a pot of gold lined with shamrocks, towering above our table. Surrounding us on all the lamp posts were tasteless metallic green four leaf clovers with confetti script cheering on the event. These symbols mean next to nothing to me or anyone else out here, nor is Sammy’s culturally related to the Irish whatsoever. It’s seems to be just weirdly branded nonsense reason to drink a lot at this point. Does anyone even know who Saint Patrick was? For one, Saint Patrick wasn’t even named Patrick. His name was Maewyn Succat and he was a Christian missionary who brought religion to the Irish pagans. He effectively brainwashed a culture of beautiful pagan beliefs just as Christian missionaries did to most nearly every culture on this planet. And legend has it that he did so by teaching the Holy Trinity using a 3 leaf clover. Notice all the celebratory symbolism on this fake holiday represents 4 leaf clovers, leprechauns, rainbows, and pots of gold, all of which have nothing to do with the saint who eradicated these types of Irish myths and beliefs. Seeing this beautiful Italian restaurant decorated with gaudy junk representing a bizarre holiday truly took away from the experience. The pasta and pizzas offered gluten free options which was amazing. And when I was finished with the Blue Lady, I had the Red Lady. I recommend sticking with Blue. I’ve always wondered why there isn’t an option to rate the drinks. There’s only the option to rate food. But they were decent, not the best. Still, I’d come back for the bolognese. Incredible.

Stephanie Jackman

We have eaten some great meals in Palm Springs, but my family all agreed that our dinner at Crudo was the best so far. The menu is very interesting with a mix of raw and cooked dishes for every palate. My teenage daughter had a cheeseburger and fries, which she enjoyed. My husband had the grilled octopus with mole sauce, and I had the tamarind scallops. We also shared a salmon ceviche, which would have been a meal for someone on its own. The portion sizes were all very generous and we left more than satisfied. Our server was so helpful navigating the menu with my dietary restrictions (gluten and corn allergies). He even accommodated my request for cucumber slices instead of tortilla chips for the ceviche. We look forward to our next visit when we can return to try more dishes.

Mariea Monday-Richardson

We had lunch and it was delicious. I had the frittata and they made it gluten free.

KK Fiffick

It was a bar like setting nothing fancy and a little loud indoors. They had a great option to eat outdoors. Lots of gluten free choices and all food was good for the six of us dining. They have a nice parking lot.

Christopher Ward

Excellent food, very aware of gluten-free options and considerate of celiac members of our dining party.

Anji Manning

Sadly not many gluten free choices

Virginia and Clint Snider

The staff was great, the food was OK. Not a great place for celiac. Non celiac hubby liked his burger but fries (krinkle cut) were left uneaten. My salad was just ok, iceberg lettuce.

Lindsay Sherry

I can't thank Trio Restaurant enough for catering our family Christmas celebration! They did an absolutely incredible job, and it was one of the highlights of our entire week. We had 19 people in our group, and Trio took care of every detail. Night one featured a delicious spaghetti dinner with mushroom ravioli, and night two was a spectacular three-course meal, including braised short ribs and Scottish salmon. What truly stood out was how accommodating they were—offering gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free options for some of our family members without any hassle. A special thank you to Josh and KC, who not only cooked but also served us with such warmth and professionalism. So many family members came up to me after dinner saying it was the best meal they’d ever had! Your staff was incredibly kind, courteous, and professional, exceeding all expectations. I’m so grateful for all your help throughout the year as we planned this event. Your flexibility, guidance, and commitment to making our celebration perfect truly made a difference. The meal was unforgettable, and we’ll be talking about it for years to come!

Andrea Blessum

Our server and the other staff were very friendly and kind, making faces at the baby with our party to make her smile. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu, which I appreciate as a person who can't eat gluten and dairy.

Tasha Schindel

Great service and really good food. I recommend the fishbowl margarita. Super fun and flavourful. They also had great selections for my friend that is celiac.

Ashley S

What a gem! I'm so glad we discovered this place. The food was delicious and safe for my celiac husband. The service was excellent and incredibly fast. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We will be back next time!

Katherine W.

Loved this spot! We polled several locals for their favorite brunch spots and almost everyone mentioned Jake's, so we knew we had to try it. It has more of a boutique/homey feel than some other places, and everyone working was extremely nice. Food and drinks also came out very fast. We got the short rib Benedict and lobster roll without a roll (GF, of course!), plus a side of fries. All were super good. I also had a rosie margarita, which was very pretty and not cloyingly sweet. We ordered a couple desserts to go - they had several gluten free baked goods, so I was really happy. One of the slices of cake (not GF) was as big as our heads... wild. Definitely stop by this place when you're in town. I recommend not driving as their drink menu is very extensive and everything looked great; would've loved to have another if we weren't driving home right after!

Cathleen

Next level Açai!! Taste ssssoo much better than the store-bought stuff most places serve. The flat bread is also gluten free and super tasty

Scott Barter

We sat at the bar, the bartender was super friendly and accommodating for my partners celiac disease. The cauliflower pizza crust was so good, the pasta was meh. Would get 2 pizzas next time.

Zoé Noailly

Very good place for breakfast! The food is good and plentiful, the staff very kind. There are also gluten-free options and plant-based milks for people with intolerances.

R Q

Love the friendliness of the owner and staff. The vibe was awesome. Disco playing as we ate our lunch. I loved my arugala salad with chicken. The half was filling with asparagus, colorful grape tomatoes and perfectly cut chicken... The right amount of dressing too. I helped myself to Ls fries which were perfect. Not too fat or thin... And gluten free is marked on the menu. The fries aren't gf Bc they are fried in the same oil as the chicken but that doesn't hurt me so yay! L loved her pie which was homemade. Said it was the best she had in 15 years.

Colleen King

Really delicious cold brew. Woman run. Some gluten free options. Açaí bowl was perfect. Good portions. Great patio!

Tracy Quinlan

Our experience at this restaurant was SO disappointing. I ordered drink off the menu and had to tell them what went in it, then it came totally wrong. We asked if there was a gluten free cracker option for the hummus, were told YES then when the dish arrived there was no gluten free option and told by the same person who told us we could get them that they don’t exist at all. Salmon totally over cooked, 2 salads ordered did not come with many of the ingredients listed on the menu- basically 2 tossed salads for $30 each. The fish tacos were fine, but everything was beyond over priced, and our server seemed like he had never served before, which seems weird in a high end restaurant. Do. Not. Recommend.

Jill Kelly

I was so glad to find a very reasonably priced restaurant with American food...no fancy, overpriced California vegan, gluten free, blah, blah , blah food there! Huge menu to chose from & breakfast served all day! Great portion sizes too. I spent $26 on a regular no frills grilled cheese at a tourist trap bar 2 blks down from John's! The next day I found John's and bought a whole meal for $6 including drink. I did bring my food back to my hotel patio. As the ambiance is definately a priority there. Its an old school diner. Nothing fancy but good!

Nicolle Anger

Skip the apple pancakes and get the beignets instead! The beignets were light and fluffy, instead of the crispier churro texture that comes from most places when it's overcooked. Beignets are a 4.5 on a scale of 1-5. The crispy apple pancakes that they're known for were too sweet and needed a higher pancake to apple ratio. Crispy apple pancakes were a 2.5 on a 1-5 scale. California omelet was tasty. Not super amazing like I had hoped, but still very good. California Omelet was 3.75 on a 1-5 scale. I didn't like that the fruit that came with California Omelet, which was honeydew melon and canteloupe, with 4 grapes since I'm allergic to those melons, and they ran out of the gluten free muffin too. Since I can't have gluten I asked for bacon instead. They charged me a dollar for one slice of bacon, which is ridiculous. I also ordered a side of the cubed potatoes, which tasted good - 3.75 on a scale of 1-5. Overall we liked the food and will come back here when we're in town because the beignets were so good (the remarks on the beignets and crispy apple pancakes came from my husband since I couldn't eat them).

Erika Molaro

This place was great! They exceeded my expectations and while they don't advertise gluten free they had options so that I could enjoy my meal both for dinner and for brunch! Our server at dinner was outstanding, truly above and beyond. I'd certainly go back!

Zev Krauss

We just had dinner there last night and everything was wonderful. Josiah our served was fantastic, great recommendations and super knowledgable. Restaurant can be a bit boisterous during prime time but otherwise great. We ordered the schnitzel, deviled eggs and steak. Gluten free friendly as well.

Erin Lewis

It gets wild. The food is great. They do have celiac safe gluten free options. Rosemary is fabulous.

Margaret Warwick Rolo

We were at Melvyn’s for New Year’s Eve at the second seating (9pm). The service was spotty and the meal was very average. The worst part was the dessert order. I am gluten free and the option on the menu that matched gf was crème brûlée, which I ordered. What they served me was chocolate mousse with cookie crumbles (not gf). I sent it back and said how it was not crème brûlée. They apologized and brought another chocolate mousse back out insisting that it was crème brûlée. I told the waiter that it was not and he finally said that he had heard that from other guests. Why not just tell me up front that you ran out of crème brûlée rather than gaslight me and other patrons. Overall the experience was very mediocre especially for the price we paid. Melvyn’s should do better.

Alan Hoffmann

Came here for gluten free options and the food and service were fantastic. Wedge salad, short rib polenta eggs benedict, and decaf espresso were excellent. My SO said the regular espresso was excellent too! Highly re

Sheila Taylor

We had a delightful brunch here on the recommendation of friends. The menu may be small but the choices were delicious. We confirmed that they were able to accommodate gluten free with a few choices from the menu (and gf soy sauce). Tomoko is very passionate about your experience and offers suggestions for serving/eating the Bento box and blinis. All were appreciated. The gravlax is smoked by her chef/husband with fennel: divine!!

William Allison

Don’t miss this little gem! Whether you’re seated inside or out, the atmosphere is unmatched. Food and service were both excellent. We found through an Eater article and loved every minute. I have celiac and waiter was super accommodating and knowledgeable.