Top 16 Gluten-Free Burger Joints to Relish in San Diego

Anna Kapliienko

atmosphere is really nice. food was just delicious. a lot of gluten free options. lasagna is worth trying

William Silva

best salad and potatoes !

Madi sun

We went here on a slow evening and sat at the bar. We ordered a cider and the gluten free chicken tinders and fries, I asked the bartender about the fryer and she assured me that it was completely gluten free and no chance of cross contamination. The $15 chicken tinders and fries were just okay, the chicken was dark meat which I thought was kinda gross and cheap for chicken tinders. Then I got violently ill later that evening and knew I had been glutened. 2 days later and I’m still recovering, don’t eat here if you have celiac. Also i definitely wish I would’ve checked Find me gluten-free reviews before I came.

Tim Street

This place is fantastic. I have celiac and a wheat/oat allergy and the staff was knowledgeable about all allergens for menu items. I had no bad reactions to the food afterward. The food is delicious too - I'm an omnivore who eats vegan/vegetarian a decent amount. It stands amongst some of my favorite restaurants ever (non vegan included). Did not think it being vegan detracted from flavor whatsoever. Highly recommend, especially if you have gluten sensitivity.

Bill Scully

You got to love in n out. And you can get a Gluten free version. They use crisp lettuce in place of the bun. It’s a fast food place like McDonalds, busy, loud, but the food is 5x better.

Gabriel Moise

This place is great and they have gluten free options. Karina is the best!!

Jen Johnson

The food was wonderful. It's hard to find a restaurant that has good gluten free options that the kids and adults will all like. Our waiter wasn't the friendliest, but when there was an issue with some chicken that had been ordered, handled it quickly and notified the manager who was very quick to resolve this issue. Would definitely recommend.

Blaine Jester

Update: bumped 4 to 5 stars after reflecting how much I'll miss Cali-O as I move elsewhere Original: This place is one of my go to spots living in NP. It's on the pricier side, but I really think it's reflected in the taste because the ingredients are quite good. The beef is the star and if you get a fancy burger, it will be overshadowed by the extra stuff. I get the GF bun and sweet potato fries and have never had any feeling of gluten contamination!

Madi sun

My server was very knowledgeable on celiac disease and helped me pick out stuff to eat. I didn’t get sick here which was amazing however it is a bar setting so for anyone who has gluten allergies I’d just go off the vibe of your server/bartender

Tina Stephens

Gluten free options Non-diary milkshakes available Vegan cheese too! The foods are AMAZING and the staff are super friendly.

mussil julie

Great friendly service!! So happy and thankful they have gluten-free options.

Jessica Vroman

Pleasantly surprised when we picked this place last minute. Food was DELICIOUS (gluten free brisket sandwhich and a burger) and to top it off we didnt know there was a small little outdoor play area for the kiddos!!! Saving this location for the couple times a year we are in the area!!

Jan Slack

I've eaten an Burger Lounge for many years and love the food. Have been craving their turkey burger all week and finally ordered it tonight. I was horribly disappointed. The burger patty was so thin, only about 1/8 inch thick. Could hardly taste any basil in the patty. Got a gluten free bun and that was huge. The entire burger was VERY dry, hard to eat. This is the 2nd time I've had unsatisfactory food from this location. In the future I'll try a different location to see if it's any better, but not this location again.

Rishi Raj Gupta

Aurora and her team is just amazing and super helpful. They were so considerate in making sure my meal is gluten free.

Hailey Evans

I work a few blocks away and often order lunch from here on days I need something quick and close by. Today, Alejandro recognized me from a couple weeks ago and was SO nice! He asked me how my workday was going and suggested a little extra caffeine tea to help get me through my day. He genuinely seemed interested in how I was doing, and it was so kind! It's little moments like that in your day that make a big difference. Alejandro deserves a great review. Also, side note, the food here is SO fresh and they have great Gluten Free options. :) Highly recommend!

Amy Reed

Werewolf American Pub in San Diego's Gaslamp District is a must-visit! Their brunch, served daily until 3 PM, is top-notch, offering a variety of delicious options. The menu features elevated pub fare with unique twists on traditional brunch items, making each dish memorable. They also offer a fantastic selection of gluten-free items, including GF buns and GF pancakes, ensuring everyone can enjoy their amazing food. We especially enjoyed their cocktails — they have a great menu featuring both classic favorites and creative, unique drinks that are perfect for any occasion. A special shoutout to Fiona, who was absolutely the best server! Her friendly hospitality vibe, impressive gluten-free knowledge, and attentive service made our experience even better. Plus, they offer $12 flat-rate parking with validation at the Horton Plaza Garage for up to 3 hours. Highly recommend checking it out!

iris amaya

I love this place always fast service amazing food and great taste, for me Hawaii burguer is the best!! but they also have blue cheese burger and some gluten free options as well I always ordered the Hawaiian burger with teriyaki sauce on the side definitely coming back

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.

Sam L

Fantastic breakfast! The food was delicious, prices were reasonable, and it's a charming, laid-back spot. This casual breakfast eatery offers lovely outdoor seating, and their cafe drinks are always good. Accommodates dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options are clearly labeled.

Tom Green

This place has a charming and delightful atmosphere! The food was delicious; I opted for the Gaslamp Lounge burger with a gluten-free bun and fries, and it exceeded my expectations. Finding a place with a gluten-free bun was a challenge, so I was pleased that they offered it. If I find myself in San Diego again, I will definitely be stopping in.

Lexi Bellows

STAFF MADE FUN OF ME AND MY FOOD ALLERGIES. STAFF MADE WRONG ORDER TWICE WITH NO APOLOGY OR DISCOUNT OFFERED. STAFF RAISED VOICES AT US IN A RUDE AND AGGRESSIVE MANNER. I was a big Burger Lounge fan! As someone with a lot of food issues, Crohn's Disease, this place has always been a safe place to eat. Not anymore! I was there today June 21 around 3:30. I gave my order at the front, which is a little un conventional, im allergic to bread and lettuce so I just asked for a turkey burger with no cheese, no bread, and no lettuce. The person taking my order immediately walked over to another worker, whispered in her ear, and then they both looked at me and started laughing and whispering while looking directly at me, and I heard them talking about my order. I approached saying I have allergies to gluten, dairy, and lettuce and thats why my order is weird. They laughed again and continued whispering. Made me feel stupid, small, and belittled. They brought out a beef burger but Im allergic to beef! My friend went back inside and reorderd for me and reminded them: no cheese, no bread, no lettuce, turkey burger. A new staff member brought me a turkey burger with cheese. When I expaliend that I cannot eat cheese, this staff member was MEAN. Her response was "well I guess you didnt tell the people up front then." and then rolled her eyes. We explained that we did tell them, and this was the 2nd time the order was wrong. She grabbed it angirly from me and walked to the door. She started RAISING HER VOICE LOUD at us that we msut have not said no cheese. Then she states the manager would come and talk to us. Manager never showed. They BROUGH the right food and we left. I did NOT feel comfy speaking to a manager considering how RUDE and DISRESPECTFUL all the other staff members were.

Cameron Hardman

Amazing service- Feli is great! The fries were crispy, the burgers were perfect. Even their gluten free buns are so good

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.

Malia Faith

Burgers with gluten free fries

Mike Honcho

The best burger. Get gluten reduced beer back!

Andrea Zonca

They make all burgers gluten free !

Kaitlynn Marks

Richie was amazing! The dancing was so fun!! We love the shakes and the gluten free menu!!!!

Moriah Scott

This visit today was no different than any other visit I have had at this location every time my family and I come here. It was such an excellent experience!! The place is so clean. Everyone is so kind and helpful. Today my daughter and I dined in and I had mistakenly ordered my burger without a gluten-free bun and they were so kind and just immediately made me one with a gluten-free bun and brought it to our table. I didn’t have to leave the table and I sat with my daughter. I was also given a free refill with my root beer and I didn’t even have to go up and ask for the refill. They did that for me from my table. Ron was such a helpful person today as were two other employees, but I did not catch their names. Again every time we have visited this location they give us top-tier service and it is a wonderful location to eat at. We will keep coming back. Thank you!

M Lenz

It's a simple burger joint, in the best way possible. The burger->just the right amount of greasy, nice beef flavor, perfectly grilled onions, and something with a little spicy kick. It was exactly what I like. I am normally gluten free, my guts just don't like it when I eat it(not Ciliac's). But this was such the ideal burger I will happily come back dispite any discomfort later. Which is the best endorsement I can give

Karen Marsh

Very disappointed with Islands!!! I really enjoyed their sweet potato fries, but they are no longer a gluten free restaurant. They now use all fryers with non-gluten free foods & no longer separate the fryers or grills. They stopped their gluten free menu. 😢 I won’t be back.

Gwyn Thompson

If you are in wanting an absolutely delicious burger.. make your way to PB San Diego! Overflowing with flavor. Spurgeon is my favorite . The spice and sauces is unbeatable! We got truffle fries last night and came back again today - tried the onion rings. Both are amazing! Gluten free bun for me- fantastic 👍🏻