Top 50 Gluten-Free Cafes to Explore Across California

Kristy Muir

Delicious! Definitely worth a visit if you’re a coeliac/ GF!

Tiffany Alco

The food here is delicious and the whole place is super cute. Highly recommend the lemon blueberry pancakes 🥞. Also, everything at this location is gluten free and is vegan (unless you get eggs).

Lulu

A great gluten-free bakery with good sandwiches. I love Pushkins and this one does not disappoint. They don't have as much food as the other ones or paninis like babes but they still have a pretty good selection of baked goods. It is a very small cute store but there is no seating inside which is not the best in the Sacramento Heat. But I come here often to get baked goods for the house.

Lisa

A fully gluten free kitchen with a variety of options for dairy, vegan and Paleo diets. The line is long and moves very slowly (especially on weekends).

Rinke van der Gaag

My friend, who is severely celiac, got very sick here. They say all the food is gluten free, but that’s obviously not true. We looked up everything about this restaurant after she got sick and saw the review of some other person on this site who also got sick. They sell a lot of oats, so that’s probably why she got sick. Cross contamination. Watch out!!! For the not celiac’s, the food is good it just isn’t totally gluten free.

Natasha “Nikki” Ferrer-Perez

I had the California Sandwich on Focaccia and it was so yummy! I was meeting some friends to yap, so I didn’t want to be stuffing my face the whole time and stopped ordering after the sandwich, but I WANTED TO DO NOTHING BUT STUFF THEIR WHOLE PASTRY CASE into my mouth! I’ll definitely have to come back another time on my own just absolute pig out on everything!

Kristen Lackman

The bacon chipotle sandwich is the best. So are the cinnamon rolls. At confections by kirari in the plaza right next door they have amazing pizza and their birthday cake cookies are my absolute favorite!

zack ashcraft

My sisters who are gluten free had their jaws to the floor with how many wonderful options they had here. Literally there jaws were to the floor. It was hard to have them eat after because they both had them stuck down there. It was a little embarrassing. The food was great! As someone who can eat gluten, you hardly missed it. Zack signing off.

Lila Abrams

horrible service. i ordered a blueberry muffin and the person next to me ordered one a minute after. they had me pay for it and then told me they were all out and gave it to the person. this was after waiting in line for 20 minutes. the staff has absolutely no manners. if your looking for good gluten free food with good service save yourself some time and choose a different bakery. they also do a horrible job at making accommodations. i ordered myself an omelet and told them i could not eat mushrooms and they gave me an omelet with mushrooms. then got annoyed and took another 20 minutes to make me a new one. and it was undercooked and smaller than the actual serving size.

A. Johnsen

Their happy hour deal is great. The nacho fries were delicious. Everything was so good we came back for brunch the next day and got the gluten free waffles (they were a bit too sweet, but good nonetheless, wish there was almond butter on it to balance out the strawberry jam? syrup?). Always great to have a gluten free and dairy free place.

Maureen Curiel

So lucky to visit this dedicated gf bakery full of delicious options.

John Hoeglund

My absolute favorite brunch spot in SF. Outstanding food entirely gluten free and vegan. Safe for most major allergens.

Natalie Bauer

401k food and wine bar is a dedicated gluten free restaurant. They have delicious food that is so good my gluten eating husband kept asking if I was sure the food was safe for me. We had the Caesar salad, arugula salad, calamari, chicken and waffles, mini churros, and bread pudding. The servers were delightful, energetic, friendly, and gave great food recommendations. I can’t wait to visit again. It’s such relief to know everything is safe and to have such a great meal.

V. M.

Walking from a nearby restaurant and decided to stop in about 30 minutes before they closed on a weekday. Realized it was a gluten free donut shop, though I don’t have dietary restrictions I decided to order one blueberry donut. It was a good cake style donut! Not grainy at all like some gluten free things I have tasted tend to be.The young man at the register was extremely friendly and welcoming too. Cute shop!

Julie Mierkey

What a great find. We were in Berkeley for a show and booked this place by just looking up reviews and by proximity. The service and food was phenomenal. We had a very tasty wine, a gem salad, gluten free pizza and a dessert. It was the best gluten free pizza I've ever had. I can't wait to go back.

Danni Mestaz

Such a friendly experience and oh those cookies and doughnuts were a gluten-free persons dream!

Bailey Hopper

Absolutely amazing. Their croissant are so buttery and flaky, the bagel was so pleasantly chewy, the CINNAMON BUN! Gooey, soft and perfect. 100/10.

Erik de Jong

My celiac family loves it here. I don't have to eat gluten free but the food here is much better than almost any other gluten free food. Sandwiches, baked goods, fried chicken, and more. Plenty of vegan options as well.

Sai Janaswamy

Small coffee shop. Sells vegan and Gluten free coffee and treats! Right across the Safeway here. Everything is delicious. I would highly reccomend the Dever cupcake for any sweet tooths out there. And if u love your vailla, you will love it more. The cake is very moist and delicious. Its not at all overpowering with vanilla cake and frosting. 😋🫰🫰

B Lake

Hands down, the best gluten-free croissant I’ve ever had in my life—and I’ve tried more than I can count! I drove 20 minutes out of my way just to get here, and it was worth every drop of gas and every extra minute on the road. The croissant was flaky, buttery, perfectly golden, and honestly so good I was speechless. I called ahead to ask if they had any left, and they were kind enough to save me the last one of the day. That extra level of service paired with such incredible quality? Chef’s kiss. I’ll definitely be back—and next time, I’m grabbing a few more!

Sarah Wallace

Visiting Monterey for the weekend and was looking for a gluten-free cafe to grab some lunch. Ended up at Nece's GF and YUM! The ancient grain bread I chose for my sandwich was superb, the snickerdoodle cookie was just the right amount of sweet, and my dog got all the love while we were sitting outside on the patio. Definitely will return next time I'm in town. :)

Henry S

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Donuttery: The Holy Grail of Glazed Glory I don’t know what kind of wizardry is going on in the back of The Donuttery, but these donuts are not from this planet. I came in expecting “just a donut” and left questioning every donut I’ve ever eaten before this. These are the BEST donuts I’ve ever had—period. The selection? Absolutely ridiculous. There were more donuts than I have excuses for being late to work. Vegan, gluten-free, sprinkles, filled, frosted, twisted into beautiful little carbohydrate sculptures—I got decision paralysis at the counter and had to call in backup (aka my 2-year-old, who wisely chose pink with sprinkles). Every bite was like a warm hug from a sugary cloud. The glazed mochi donut was so good I considered writing it into my will. And don’t even get me started on the crème brûlée—I didn’t choose it; it chose me. Staff was friendly, vibe was chill, and I left with a sugar high and no regrets (except not buying a second box). Final verdict: If you don’t go to The Donuttery when you’re in Huntington Beach, you’re doing life wrong. 🍩🔥

Karen Fitz La Barge

The trendiest gourmet grocery store in the world! With delicious $20 smoothies and organic produce, this is your gluten and sugar-free product wonderland. Bring your credit card and forget your budget. Free valet parking and rubbing shoulders with occasional celebrities is part of the experience. Check out their huge selection of chocolate and extensive selection of wines.

Kassi W

Wow!! I am very impressed. The GF donuts were delicious! Best I have ever had.

Denise McGovney

They are 100% gluten free so no fear of cross contamination. They also have dairy- & sugar-free, vegan and keto options. My favorites are banana pudding, s’mores cookie, mini lemon bundt, artisan breads, caramel praline cheesecake and seasonal decorated sugar cookies. There’s fried donuts on Saturdays -the Apple fritter and maple donut holes are wonderful. Follow them on Instagram to find out their daily specials and what’s coming out of the oven.

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Eating and drinking outside is an option and is pleasant. If ordering to go beers or ciders can be ordered as well. Gluten free is offered and is tasty

Nicki Ohrstrom

The best gluten free choices! The server was so fun & personable!

Tori Liezen

Great experience all around! Husband has celiac disease so having a dedicated gluten free facility is A DREAM! Biscuits were the highlight. Also had the cinnamon roll and breakfast crepe which were also great! Beautiful and serene atmosphere on the patio. Will be back.

Jayme Thomas

I absolutely love EAT. Their vegan and gluten free donuts are a game changer - I go just for the donuts often. Good coffee and very kind service. Great vegan and GF options across the board.

Marily Pennington

When you have celiac or gluten-free problems, you need bakeries to be extremely clean so there is no cross contamination. This bakery is designed for celiac and gluten-free problems. The bakery products are exceptional! If we gave you a cupcake and did not tell you the baked good was gluten-free, you would have no idea they were. That’s how delicious everything is. Thank you♥️

Shelley Oleachea-Caufield

It’s 100% gluten free. We ate here twice and had two different meals each was delicious!

Arabella Redmond

Amazing vegan find in La Jolla, it was on a rooftop so it was so pretty and it was just an 11 min walk from the beach. We got desserts and both were amazing, we got the brownie and the carrot cake and both were soooo good. We couldn’t even tell the brownie was gluten free. They had so much food we wish we could’ve stayed for dinner.

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.

Sheryl Ashton

I was THRILLED to find this wonderful / gluten free bakery. I am going to go broke as everything is so delicious, and we are frequenting far too often. Having a daughter with Hashimoto's disease, gluten / soy & dairy sensitivity issues, this bakery offers her a plethora of tasty treats to indulge in, without the worry. We are obsessed! Well done, Chef!

Julie Mierkey

I absolutely love stopping here when we are either in Guerneville or headed up the coast. Great food and especially great for me as I'm gluten free and have lots of options here. This should be on your list of must try.

Wayne West

Get ready, food lovers! Phatties Bakeshop is not just a bakery; it's a culinary powerhouse that also brings you Phattie Cakes, Crumbinal Cookies, and Phatties Roasters. For over five years, their original concept location has been delighting customers, and now they're set to explode onto the Southern California scene with multiple locations opening in and around San Diego But don't just take our word for it. Phatties has racked up an astonishing 20+ local awards, from best bagels to best donuts, proving they've mastered the art of baking. And their fame isn't limited to local accolades – they've also earned 10 national awards, signaling their undeniable quality and innovation. Why Phatties is the Next Big Thing In a world where dietary needs are constantly evolving, Phatties is ahead of the curve. With gluten intolerance on the rise, this is truly a spot to watch. Phatties isn't just serving up delicious treats; they're setting the stage to become a national sensation. Keep your eyes peeled, because Phatties Bakeshop is about to become your new favorite destination for award-winning, crave-worthy baked goods and more!

Ashley Fuentes

I was craving a donut one day and when I found this place I was not disappointed! They had tasty gluten free donuts and I got a iced strawberry matcha drink that was delicious as well. The space has an inviting atmosphere and the staff is very helpful and friendly as well.

Birte Haakansson (T)

Amazing gluten free bakery!

Jarod Jones

Wide array of delicious gluten and dairy free options. The bagel sandwich and doughnut options were top notch. There is a nice place to sit in the ally just to the left of the store.

Kyra

The service was lovely and as someone with coeliac disease, I felt very safe eating here (the server let me know that the original owner’s wife is celiac, and so that made me feel like they would have a good understanding of cross-contamination). The eggs and hashbrowns were just OK and the chicken sausage and the pancake that I had were pretty good.

Beth Parsons

Great gluten free options!

Deena Dickey

Maxine Smith

We were looking for a Coeliac friendly meal near Golden Gate Park and this was perfect. 100% gluten free food. The only gluten in the place was in a few beers available. Friendly staff. We didn’t play any games but saw a huge selection available. Recommend the waffle sandwiches, and the ice-cream floats to drink, yum!!

Lisa Amnotte

Very busy but worth the standing in line for! Great place for dedicated GF! Delicious Blue Corn Waffles both sweet and savory and special sauce yum! I bought the flour and the sauce.

Alejandro Villegas

Great little bakery with the best Gluten free Apple Pie in Julian or anywhere else. Cookies are delicious as well as the regular pies.

Sven Pedersen

Cute cafe with great food that caters to dietary restrictions like gluten free, vegan and vegetarian.

Heather Hunt, DC

This is my absolute favorite bakery. Great Gluten free sweets and savory. Amazing hot drinks. And my body feels good after eating these high quality treats. Highly recommend.

G Unit

Great spot. -Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING here at Vibe is clean. No meat on premises, but everything is very fresh, organic and gluten free. -Had several meals here while traveling for work, and all have been excellent. -Entire shop meticulously cleaned and well taken care of. -reverse osmosis water fill station in back with cups -Staff very friendly and helpful. 10/10, will gladly go back and go out of the way to do so.

Alan Thiessen

We came here for the gluten free sandwiches and were very impressed. Even our non-celiac friends loved the cheese bread, but the good was so slow to arrive, even in a near empty restaurant

Adriana Rigoni

I went to this cafe because the reviews in "Find me GF" , however I was GLUTENED with de gluten free waffles..si, it's not safe for celiacs . If something is marked as Gluten free in the menu must be really gluten free.