Top 14 Gluten-Free Cafes to Enjoy in Delaware

Edwin Maldonado

The food was good. They have a great selection of Gluten free pancakes, French toast and crepes as well as gluten free bread. Our server was great, Dale. Nice spot situated 1 min from the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk.

Sherry Meyerhoffer

Nectar consistently delivers great food and drinks. I love the vegetarian and gluten-free options. The no tuna fish salad is the best!! My husband is not vegetarian and gluten-free, but he loves their food too!

Dominique A

The young lady at the front was sweet, had a smile on her face & the seating area outside was cute! As for the food, not so cute… Everything we ordered is something we would normally order from any spot that serves breakfast. For ~$37 we got 1 iced chai, 1 Arnold Palmer, 1 French toast muffin & 2 bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches on ciabatta rolls. One had extra bacon, one subbed for scrambled egg at no extra cost. 1. The chai latte looks & tastes like it’s almost entirely oat milk with cinnamon… disappointing. 2. The Arnold Palmer tastes like unsweetened lemon water?? Like *barely* brewed tea, lots of lemon and water… 3. The breakfast sandwich starts at $6 and ended up $9.75 & $12.75 (+$3 for extra bacon) We opted for ciabatta’s bc the bagels on display look like grocery store bagels. The “ciabatta” was very dry and I’m wondering if it was gluten free bread. There was SO MUCH black pepper on the bacon?? The scrambled egg tasted like premixed carton/rehydrated eggs. 4. The muffin was not bad, but idk if it was made in-house

Emily Phipps

Not a great place if you have celiac disease. We have been visiting this restaurant for a while and didn't have issues until recently. The last visit I was sick afterwards from what I assume was cross contamination. We tried again today stressing that I have celiac disease. After making some modifications to the meal (which was marked as a gluten free option) and being assured everything would be ok as they have a celiac button that alerts the kitchen I was brought a burger that had a fried onion topping and the burger itself was fried (they do not have a dedicated gluten free fryer). I sent the meal back telling the server it wasn't safe after he kept telling me it was. He came back and confirmed it was not safe. When the manager came over to check on us 15 minutes later he offered to make me a salad with no protein to make up for it since that's faster. Anyway long story short not all the staff is trained on cross contamination or food allergies for that matter. Eat at your own risk...

R Ro

Was really glad to find some gluten free breakfast options while on vacation. Very tasty and good service!

Kristie Walter

We are vacationing close to Bethany and came across this gem! We are gluten free and dairy free, and it was amazing to be able to eat such great food without having to worry. It can be such a challenge. The staff is so helpful and the food is so good! Ate brunch and dinner and we will be back tomorrow! Prices are very reasonable and quality is great!

Elizabeth Wroten

Sweet Melissa's is always an absolute delight. Staff is kind, patient and accommodating (Shout-out to Gianluca, Annie and Sydney!). As someone with Celiac's it's also really nice to have a bakery to go to that is so careful and considerate of a wide variety of dietary needs and restrictions. I've gotten several pastries and other items over the years since I discovered this gem in the heart of Middletown and I have never once had a cross-contamination reaction. My husband and I have occasionally stopped in to have dates here and I could easily spend the day writing here. There are games available for kids too, so it's really a family-friendly spot. Anyone who needs (or wants) a bakery absolutely can and should patronize Sweet Melissa's!

Mario Nappa

Gluten-free pancakes!!!!

Amber Gordon

Lots of options for gluten free baked goods. Great gluten free roll for breakfast sandwiches. Clean bathrooms. Delicious coffee and quaint seating area.

Terry Swirchak

When I tried to order a gluten free Kaisy (which is advertised on their menu and I’ve ordered several times before) I was told that they were “not making them.” When I asked why, and if this was a temporary change in the menu or permanent I was not offered any reason whatsoever…in fact there was basically silence on the other end of the phone. As I pressed the issue, I was met with more silence and was never offered the courtesy of an apology. This is more than an issue of not being able to order a Kaisy, we have had other service issues before. However, we kept trying to give them the benefit of the doubt but that will no longer be the case.

Angela M Ferguson

Always enjoy getting my favorite tostada stack! It's gluten free, fresh and delicious! You can customize your items easily as well.

Daria Dudzinski

The coffee and breakfast sandwiches are delicious! I love that they have gluten free bread available.

Lori Smith

I love Bagels and Boba. They have been a wonderful addition to Peoples Plaza. They have gluten free options which is greatly appreciated and delicious coffee!

Zach Goodman

Coffee shop was very clean and nice. Prices were good. The service was quite good. They have a very trendy design, which looks good now but may look dated soon. It's a nice little building, an old auto shop it seems. I would change the layout, it was a bit tight to get around and the line was difficult to figure out. The coffee was good. Not amazing, but a good quality from a shop not roasting it's own coffee. They had a nice little selection of pastries, and even had gluten-free options available. My one main issue is the decaf. Like most shops they don't have drip decaf ready so you have to get an Americano. I love Americanos so I don't mind the drink, but I hate a forced upcharge for those of us who can't drink regular for health reasons. My one suggestion would be if someone asks for just a cup of decaf, offer the Americano at drop prices. Otherwise a great little shop.

Chloe Schmidt

This place has amazing food and kind employees. They let me taste a smoothie I was unsure about getting and offered gluten free granola because of my allergy (which I haven’t really ever heard of). They had some nice deck tables outside to sit on. The atmosphere was great and loved the plants! Yummy food and options for anyone with strict diets! (Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free). Definitely recommend!!

Ryan Riley

A hot coffee and delicious bagel sandwich was exactly what I needed. Gluten free options as well which was important for our crew! Next time I’m in Bethany will be popping by for sure

PBJ Wiley

I very much enjoy this drip cafe location, the staff has always been friendly and the food is good - I appreciate the gluten free options. The coffee is what I come for though. The booths are a nice seating option for meeting up with friends to chat.

Amber Russell

Love there gluten free bread. I had the egg sandwich. I wish they would sell it.

Dr. Marc Cooke

Karmic Cafe is a small little cafe located across from the court house off the circle in Georgetown. Chef Shar Berry never disappoints when it comes to her creations. The daily specials are reasonably priced, and good sized portions. She has something for everyone and always has Diabetic friendly, no-sugar and gluten free options. The cafe has two tables with a couple of chairs, but is really designed for take out. You can order ahead if it’s not on the menu and then pick it up later. She has cakes for any occasion and also caters events. Five stars in my book.

Alicia Hanlon

I visited Cottage Cafe in Bethany Beach after a recommendation from a foodie friend, but unfortunately, it didn’t quite live up to the hype for me. The decor is definitely charming—true to its name, it has a cozy cottage feel that’s warm and inviting. That said, the food was just okay. The menu felt a bit limited and uninspired, and the cocktails didn’t really stand out. I appreciated that they had a separate gluten-free menu, but the options on it were pretty minimal. On a positive note, our waitress was lovely—friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout the meal. Overall, it wasn’t a bad experience, just not one that would bring me back again.

Kaitlin Koch

Delicious smoothies and gluten free treats!

Katherine Corvidae

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CARRYING GLUTEN FREE PASTRIES!!!! Also, the coffee was perfect (better than starbucks.) And the staff were friendly and energetic. Even packed the wait time was like two minutes- very impressed.

Paul Calabrese

If you love ice cream without the crowds, this is the place to come. The ice cream is home made off site at a few different farms that they contract with. Nice fresh ingredients make for some awesome ice cream. The place is clean and the service is very good. There has to be over 30 or 40 flavors of ice cream. They have gluten free cones and no sugar added vanilla. Take the kids for a flavorful treat.

Mary Bohn

Thank you for adding more gluten free items! This Celiac girlie loves to try them all and grab Gluten Free Bakery Girl goodies for later!

Renuka C

We stopped for lunch while sightseeing nearby. The kitchen staff easily accommodated our gluten and lactose intolerances. We had the chicken salad sandwich on gluten free bread, a turkey sandwich on a baguette, and a gluten free raspberry bar - delicious! Portion sizes are good and potato chips accompany sandwiches. Parking is very convenient; either on-street or right in front of the building. Comfortable seating in a nicely decorated dining area.

Chris Webb

Great fresh made doughnuts, they even have 2 gluten free options and ask if you have an allergy or not with them!

Lynda Saylor

The food and service here was amazing. The Gluten-free shells were delicious. I was so impressed. Looking forward to going back to try the GF pizza

Richard Bergeron

Lovely place with coziest atmosphere! A real hidden gem of Wilmington! Nice and tidy outdoor area, a great variety of gluten-free and vegan options. Food was really flavorful and delicious, perfectly seasoned and just melting in my mouth. Highly recommend!

John Ellis

If you know and love high-quality coffee served by hospitable people, I can't recommend Drifting Grounds enough. Their coffee is not generic stew-in-the-carafe roasting; it's dark, rich, and freshly brewed with care. The brewers smile and converse with you (I've been to coffee houses where the employee culture was snobbishness), and the coffee shop itself is connected to a book store and consignment shop with extensive seating. Also, they had a wide array of breakfast foods and snacks to include the gluten-free variety. You will not be disappointed by Drifting Grounds!

Andrea McCauley

Gluten-free bread that actually tastes good! Plus, vegetarian options. Good stuff!

JM

Gluten free breakfast was great. Nice boardwalk spot. They will also make custom Smoothies. Good stuff. It's a modest looking place and we were not impressed at first but were ultimately very happy.

Beth Seidman

We ordered our office lunch for 6 of us. The food arrived well packaged and was delicious. Everyone couldn't stop talking about it. The Croque Monsieur had the perfect combination of flavors (Boro Cafe even made us one with Gluten Free Bread) and they were grilled to perfection. The Cobb salads were beautiful and enjoyed. The Bacon and Egg sandwich with a side of potatoes was a great match with the sautéed onions on the potatoes. We order from Boro Cafe frequently and highly recommend them.  Their pastries along with Gelato are must haves.  Enjoy!

Jenna Gavidia

It was my first time coming into this location and I was pleasantly surprised with a beautiful and inviting atmosphere, and excellence service. Ryan really made it a great experience from start to finish, she was really knowledgeable about the menu and answered any questions I had. I order a shot of expresso, a honey coconut milk matcha and a gluten free sour dough breakfast sandwich. Being a gluten sensitive girly I was really impressed with the amount of gluten free options as well as the variety of milks I was able to choose from. For sure check this spot out if you’re near by or just want a relaxing cafe experience. Can’t wait to come back.

Hubert Armstrong

Shaun Marconi

Atmosphere is amazing but the food was subpar. Ordered the gluten free French toast and it was dry. I mentioned it to our server and she mentioned that she believes it was brought to the attention of the cooks before from another customer, but she laughed saying apparently they hadn’t done anything about it. No attempt to make it right.

Angela M Ferguson

Amazing food and caffeinated concoctions! Refreshing Pellegrinos, creative wraps with gluten free options, snacks, bars and salads!

Claudia Mize

Kavan Elliott

On our way back from Cape May to NC we stopped off for a walk and a bite to eat in Lewes. Our main concern was my daughter's gluten sensitivity, so we chose Olive and Oats. Not only did she find something she liked, my whole family chose craft sandwiches that were savory and lean. We were blown away and it was the perfect healthy option prior to the last leg of our trip. I had the Cafe' pan Bagnat, my wife had the Mediteranean, and the other daughter had the cafe panini. It was so delicious I took the menu home and cloned it from scratch. Cant wait to visit again. 😃

Amanda

Adorable coffee shop with character. Delicious bakery items they even have a few items gluten free which are very tasty & the breakfast sandwiches are delicious & made fresh. Coffee is delicious, friendly service, can also get grounded coffee to go so you can make your own at home. Definitely a place to stop by.

Kory W

What a wonderful Wilmington gem! Chic vibe, great staff, good coffee, and even Gluten Free wraps! Definitely one of my favorite breakfast places in the Wilmington area!

Eleanor Ziemer

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Jess Faith

They were so kind and helpful with my gluten free questions.

Erik Willits

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Miss Larka

I tried the banana cheesecake caramel shake and omg 🤤🤤 there were so many flavors it was hard to just pick one to try. I didnt know this but your first shake is FREE!! The shakes are primarily used as a meal replacement and are all under 200cals, 17g of protein with no sugar, gluten free and nearly dairy free! (.05% dairy) Theres also a bunch of teas and coffees I cant wait to try 🤤 The owner is a sweetheart