Top 42 Gluten-Free Brunch Spots to Delight in Hilton Head Island

Amber Easterling

I felt like I was in Heaven when I walked in! 100% gluten-free! I could have anything! This was the best grilled cheese I’ve had in my life! And my blueberry scone was amazing! I took the coffee cake with me for breakfast tomorrow! I cannot wait until my next visit!! And they make ordering ahead on their App so easy!

OMAS HAUS

I don’t like to spread negativity but what I experienced here bothered me so much that I feel I need to call out the individual. My husband and I went here on a whim to get coffee and dessert (they have two wonderful gluten free desserts). The actual restaurant here is very nice, however upon Aririving we approached the hostess stand and while the hostess ( who was very polite and welcoming) was trying to communicate with us about where we would like to sit a lady standing at the bar, interrupted our conversation very loudly and said “ you can sit anywhere you want” while she may have had good intentions, she was obviously an owner or manager, her over bearing interjecting suggested that the hostess was to incompetent to communicate with us on her own and find us the right table. We sat down in the bar area and our kind waiter came to get our order and we ate our delicious desserts and drank our coffee. At some point our waiter was behind the bar trying to make a Bloody Mary. The same lady still standing at the end of the bar yells at him across the bar as he takes out the Bloody Mary mix from underneath the bar “ SHAKE THAT UP”, before he has a chance to respond she yells at him again, and once he realizes she is yelling at him he gently shakes the bottle, again, since I guess this was not not good enough for her, even louder she yells with disdain and irritation “SHAKE THE BLOODY MARY MIX”, the proceeds to roll her eyes. He was flustered and a little humiliated at this point and I felt for him. I would just like to say to whoever owns or runs this establishment, I noticed that there was Christian music playing through the speakers. Is this Christian behavior? This waiter was clearly somewhat new and trying to figure things out. He was. a little slow, but he was very kind and polite. What happened to patiently teaching someone with respect? A negative personality like this can affect your whole restaurant, while I understand everyone can have a bad day, when is it ok to humiliate someone, just because you have a little power?

Colin McCranie

We had excellent broiled shrimp and scallops. The inside was very nice and on a good day the patio seating would be nice. We came here because we read it had good safety precautions for those with gluten issues (like Celiac disease). The staff was knowledgeable about this and our daughter enjoyed eating out trying grilled shrimp and veggies. Would definitely come back.

Kenyon Rooker

My wife has celiac disease. To set the table, we went to two different restaurants before coming to Poseidon one evening and both ended up being disasters, one telling us after the food arrived that they “have no idea” what ingredients are in a certain item on the plate. We got up from the table and left. I arrived at Poseidon and immediately spoke with the GM Misty and told her about our night. She reassured us that she would oversee the entire preparation of our meal and ensure everything in her power would be done to prevent cross contamination for my wife. Not only was the food delicious and prepared safely, but Misty brought us a gluten free dessert on the house when our meal was finished. Paying for the mistakes of other restaurants in order to give us a spectacular experience is something I haven’t seen at a restaurant in a very long time. We were absolutely blown away by the level of care and service provided to us last night. We will 100% be returning every time we visit Hilton Head. Thank you so much to Misty, Barb, and the entire Poseidon staff involved in making this a 5-star experience!

jenna malamud

Food and service was wonderful. I came here a few days in a row on my vacation! The waitlist was accurate and gave me flexibility to walk around. Also - I have celiac and the menu was extremely easy to navigate as someone with an allergy!

Ashley K

Do not eat here if you have a gluten allergy! It says eat at your own risk though there are labeled gluten free items. It’s been a long time since I’ve been fluttered this bad - on top of that the fees are outrageous they messed up the order - just avoid this place

Michelle Isaacs

Friendly staff and lots of gluten free options’

Brett Taylor

Great Service and Gluten Free Burger

Kaitlyn Stone

This is always our first stop for lunch when we get to HHI each summer. Last Saturday, 8/3, they were down staff and had a busy lunch crowd. We watched both waitresses absolutely hustle the entire time to make sure everyone continued to have exceptional service. They were both so personable and took time to chat with us even though they were slammed. They even went above and beyond in still making a gluten-free version of their banana cream pudding for me, which I know took extra time and effort. We’ve loved Low Country for years because the food is always amazing, but this year, the service was equally as impressive. Thanks for always taking care of your customers and making one of the best gluten-free desserts on the island!

Janek Nikicicz

Amazing place to grab a bite. Think "Chipotle" but higher quality and good. The staff is friendly, the food is excellent, the prices are reasonable, and the outdoor seating area is nice. And the queso is gluten free! In fact, everything they have on the line is gluten free (not the burrito wrap obviously). I would take this over most of the overpriced stuffy restaurants in the area on most days.

Annabelle leister

Great Gluten free options on menu! Food was delish

Clay Manship

My wife and I ate dinner at Fraser’s at 6:00 on a Monday evening in November. Plenty of parking, food was PERFECT, and drinks were delicious. My wife is gluten free and there are many options. I recommend the ceasar salad and house old fashioned. The burgers were also amongst the best I have ever had…no hyperbole! Thank you Mahalia for the excellent service!

Alisa Jones

This is the perfect median between an upscale fish restaurant and a local dive bar. Food was AMAZING! It is family owned and you MUST sit outside on the dock. I WILL be going back next time I'm on HHI. We arrived a little after 5 pm & had about a 20-minute wait. We sat in the bar, had a couple of great drinks, & enjoyed talking to the bartender. Food was reasonably priced and high quality. I'm gluten free and they were very conscientious of my needs.

Coco Messer

Had an amazing dinner at Coast thanks to Jorge. Jorge went above and beyond to accommodate my gluten allergy (even for dishes not identified as gluten free) and really made us feel at home. We started off with some oysters and calamari, and for our main dishes got scallops and the lobster mac and cheese. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better server! Be sure to ask for Jorge!

Ashley Pers

One of the best meals we had on the island. So many gluten free options. Very friendly staff. Clean bathrooms. Ate outside and found it very comfortable and clean - even in the rain!

Vali Klein

Delicious fish! They were able to accommodate my dairy and gluten allergies really well.

Amber Easterling

Breakfast

Machelle Womack

We visited here while vacationing in Hilton Head. We can’t say enough great things about this quaint little spot. Food was excellent, just the right size portions, phenomenal service. Quick service! Each and every worker was personable and eager to assist. Someone named Tommy (possibly the owner) came around during our meal to ask how everything was. We didn’t leave a crumb on our plate. Also, side note. I am gluten free and they had both gluten free toast and GF pancakes. A job well done by this local small business!

Jerry Duncan

Gluten free items great drinks,fun very good service just lots of fun

Paul Foley

This was our first time dining at Cafe Al Dente and had a wonderful evening. The restaurant itself is not very large but it is a very nice room and well decorated. We had the Panko Fried Mozzarella Stack for an appetizer and it was delicious. One of us also got the warm salad and it was amazing. For dinner my wife had the Eggplant Parmigiana and my mother who is gluten free also had the gluten free version and both loved it. I personally had the Chicken Parmigiana and it was ok but a bit overcooked and dry. The service was fantastic and our server Amanda was so good helping my mother with the gluten free options. Overall a great experience and will definitely be back.

Haute Interiors LLC

We didn’t realize this gem has been here 14 years! But, I am thankful we finally discovered it on our last trip to HH. Better late than never! I was initially impressed as I was walking to get inside, at the bounty that grows outside. Beautifully done!! Charming inside. Not very much indoor seating, but cute spots right outside the front door, and another area off to the side. We made up for lost time & visited here multiple times during our stay. I care about what I eat, and this place delivers with clean food, fresh ingredients, and it’s flavorful vegan! I tried the So-Cal Wrap and it instantly became my favorite! They made it gluten-free for me with a rice paper wrapper. I enjoyed it for breakfast many mornings ☺️ The Salad Sampler was my next favorite. Traveling home, I didn’t want to have to worry about finding healthy food on the road, so to-go orders kept us filled on the way home. I also loved the Kale Chips. The Nutritional Yeast giving a nice cheese taste. I almost forgot to mention the service! Always friendly, welcoming and helpful. A place that you feel impelled to come back to. I wish I could have taken this cute place back home with me & plopped in on Main Street in Downtown Hendersonville, NC! I miss it!!! 😪 But, we will definitely be back!

Jen Hall

Good food, decent gluten free options

Kevin Wanamaker

Great BBQ place on Hilton Head. Many gluten free options with a separate GF menu for anyone with celiacs/allergies. All of the smoked meats are gluten free, and so are most sides (except succotash, Mac and cheese, and green bean casserole). The half chicken was fantastic with coleslaw and potato salad. Service was great and the bar has lots of drink options. Highly recommend eating here.

ed Stemp

The ribs are literally fall off the bone. My wife is allergic to Gluten so the fact that the sauces are gluten free was definitely a plus. The service was friendly, informative and attentive

MattBinSC

This place is a true gem. The service is always super friendly and the food is sooo good. I would place the Road Runner Panini as one of, if not the absolute best sandwich in the area! (The house made ranch is absolutely essential for dipping, btw!). My wife is gluten free and they have a nice selection of GF crepes, as well as some GF baked goods. The GF almond cookies are amazing! Definitely worth checking out for breakfast or lunch when you're in the area.

Joey Cameron

The best words to describe Sweet Al’s are “charming” and “delicious”. They make all their pastries in-house, which even goes for their dietary restricted gluten free options. I personally had the long john donut with a peanut butter cream filling. It was even better than it sounds, and something worth traveling for :)… If that’s not your cup of tea, I would also try the double chocolate donut. The coffee is fantastic and highly recommend the cold brew or iced Mocha (we’ve been there for coffee 5 times in 5 days). Ownership and staff are wonderful, and take the time with innate curiosity to get to know their patrons. Easy 5 out of 5 stars.

Jonathan Weston

Good food and atmosphere. Nice staff. I loved the shrimp and grits and wife loved the grouper sandwich. Gluten free options listed on menu.

Barbara Keeney Longo

We chose this place based on reviews and we wanted the view, which was lovely. Service was a little slow bringing drinks but outside was busy. My daughter-law made in very clear she HAD to be gluten and dairy free due to allergies. The waitress assured her her meal would be ok. My husband and swordfish- very small and not good. I had stuffed flounder which was tasty but warm not hot. Worst of all my daughter-law’s dinner came with butter on the vegetables and in the rice and beans! The manager brought her a salad instead. I would not recommend.

David Albers

Awesome thai basil...great gluten free options...they were very aware of celiac issues which as a dad of a daughter with celiac disease I was very pleased...

Carol Lintz

Chef is doing original, tasty work at this pleasant spot in Shelter Cove. The shrimp shared plate was a revelation. Half dozen fat local shrimp sat in a creamy sauce, served with fresh mixed greens and slices of toasted baguette. It could be an entree right there. The Chicken in Pesto was an enormous bowl of linguine with a big pile of fresh, grilled chicken breast. The pesto sauce was very rich and creamy and loaded with grilled vegetables. Very impressive dish. Nice wine list, and, like the food, prices are reasonable. The restaurant is handicap accessible, and plenty of ideas for gluten free diners and vegetarians, as well as kids. We ate on the patio, very pretty. Service was friendly and efficient. Hilton Head is busy so plan on making reservations for dinner.

jacqueline bates

Food was. Excellent. Steaks tender, cooked to specification. Our server took care of my celiac needs. I enjoyed every bite. So nice to have knowledgeable servers and chefs.

Chris B

Main Street is our favorite restaurant for a casual dinner, so we were thrilled when they started serving breakfast. Wonderful decision! I loved my Scramwich on a gluten free bun, and my husband enjoyed his traditional breakfast. The home fries were delicious, and they were happy to prepare them for us without the onions and peppers. As always, it was great to enjoy a delicious meal in a comfortable atmosphere with excellent service. It’s also nice to have GF options at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They will make most sandwiches on gluten free buns if requested. We highly recommend a place we’ve been enjoying for years.

Allison Osborne

Great food and service. Staff knowledgeable about gluten free options. We sat outside overlooking the water. Possibly the best meal we had during our visit.

william york

I have Celiac, a gluten allergy. The manager, Mark Bowman and Chef Lloyd Alberson went above and beyond to make sure I was safe. We started with the tuna tartare and a bowl of lump crab soup. Beautifully presented and very tasty. For entrees, I had a perfectly cooked ribeye and my wife had the halibut. Delicious! The manager is also the sommelier for the restaurant and he was knowledgeable about pairing wines for us. We sat outside on the veranda and enjoyed the fresh air. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Graydon Pearson

Struggled to find a good Gluten Free burger on the island, this place ended my search. Great vibes outside and our server Jordan was great!

Clare Gallagher

Love this place. Cooper even knows my name. Great gluten free bun and chicken salad sandwich.

Dianne

Amber and the wait staff were wonderful. Had the best time for my wedding dinner. Everything was beautiful. The only thing I wish there was more of is gluten-free options. I highly recommend Elas, they made us feel very special.

David Hoffman

Palmetto Bay SunRise Cafe is one of our favorite breakfast restaurants. It is our "must go" place each time we return to Hilton Head Island. The majority of seating for the restaurant is on the veranda of the building. There are roll-down covers for really unpleasant weather, but most mornings offer a delightful dining experience to start the day. Their Eggs Benedict are outstanding, whether Crab Cake, Smoked Salmon, Shrimp & Spinach, or the daily special. All are enticing. Our gluten sensitive found plenty of options, whether a Benedict without muffin, omelette with hash browns, or (my favorite) Shrimp Hash with poached egg and Hollandaise. While you may have someone take your order, EVERYONE on staff checks in on you, refills drinks, and makes sure that your visit is the best it could be. If you can, come before 8 to be seated quickly, because everyone else loves this place too!

Michelle Pierce

5 Stars....no question! Everything we had was absolutely delicious! I ordered the She-Crab soup and had it along with some amazing cornbread. It was the creamiest soup I have ever had. My husband ordered the Bubba's Shrimp Boat. It is absolutely insane how much food is included with this item. He received: Shrimp Etoufee, Shrimp Creole, Shrimp Gumbo, and Fried Shrimp along with french bread and corn on the cob. I also order Beignets for dessert. They were good. But admittedly they would have probably been better if I ate them sooner. My husband had the praline brownie which he really enjoyed. Pro-tip: They have plenty of items to meet the needs of various dietary preferences, such as gluten free, pescatarian, and vegetarian.

Roger Franklin

Roll your sleeves up and dig in. Great crab bucket meals, oysters, and more. (good gluten free choices, too.)

Meghan M

Amazing! They have CHEESE quesadillas (instead of flour or corn) that are to die for!! A must try! Lots of gluten free options that aren’t directly marked, but the waiter will tell you! The chef even came over to check on us. Great experience over all. Side note: the chips are NOT celiac safe.

Sandie Parrott

We enjoyed my husband's birthday visit (except they do not have a free dessert for birthdays). The food was great! I have to eat gluten-free, and there were several options... It was right after the big ice/snow storm, so it was not crowded. Lovely view... and tables outside for warmer days. Parking was right out front. I want to come back in better weather...