Top 18 Gluten-Free Cafes to Delight in Durham

Naomi Peterson

Great, classic American foods with choices on the menu for everyone! I am celiac, my son isn't, and we both had a delicious breakfast and lattes!

Diane Eblin

GF hash brown waffles and buckwheat crepes. Yum

James Roach

Amazing flavour options (with gluten and dairy free options as well!). Service is amazing and the place is very clean!

Taylor Bryant

Thank you Bean Traders for giving me great gluten free/dairy free food and beverage quality while serving your other customers--it makes you so easy to frequent alongside my friends without being food-jealous. You are appreciated!

Deborah Carson

Man listen! These Fuel Balls are amazing! I definitely feel energized. Even my headache went away. The smoothies are good. The gluten free bread is actually tasty. It’s a bit on the pricy side.

Leslie Chartier

Been here many many times now. Definitely worth the return beautiful pastries, nice atmosphere to meet with friends. Plenty of gluten-free options and sugar-free syrups for drinks.

Lisa Bellamy

Great food and served quickly during a busy brunch. Had expertly cooked flounder with a side salad served with fresh vinaigrette and a lemon wedge. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. Note: This is both a bakery and a connected restaurant in a single location so parking is tight. Highly recommend the bakery, which is what drew me here. Offers a variety of choices, including gluten-free options. Prices are about what you'd expect for quality entrees, expresso coffee drinks and fresh baked goods.

Megan Talbot

Delicious vegan gluten free chili

John Dinyari

Coffee is great. Tea is ok - comes in those plastic mesh bags ☹️ GF ginger snaps are amazing. Even if you don’t have a gluten allergy the ginger snaps are delicious.

Iran Almonte

I recently came to Madhatter’s for brunch, and I loved the diversity of the menu. They have breakfast all day which is a plus! I tried the wasabi salmon bowl, with an iced Vietnamese coffee. I have zero complaints, they’ve got me hooked on the coffee now. I’ve also ordered cakes for my family member’s birthdays and they are pretty delicious. The tiramisu is a must (but then again I am biased because I love coffee). They have gluten free and vegan options for savory items and sweet items which is a must. Staff is always super friendly!

Jacquelyn Ash

Cute market, lots of local and small business choices. Food was in a big portion and tasted pretty good! I am celiac, and didn't have a problem getting a gluten free daily omelet special with grits.

Jennifer Henderson

The food was so Good! The gluten free options were awesome

Penelope Bell

Nice little coffee shop. Drinks were good and the gluten free and vegan food options (two in total) were nice.

Brian Hicks

I have severe celiac disease and I am scared to eat out just anywhere for fear of being glutened. (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻ I make nearly every meal I eat myself. I had a rough day today at work across the street (I work at University lights, hey come check us out!) And I didn't feel like going home and cooking so I went to Moe's knowing they had GF options and I saw the cross contamination going on and I wasn't willing to put myself through five days of nerve pain and brain fog over a meal. (My version of celiac, my immune system attacks my nervous system when it sees gluten come in). So I walked into clean eatz and firstly, Bailey was simply amazing and caring. She held my hand(figuratively), while helping me find gluten free options and we also had a nice conversation. She made me feel important. She is a great asset to the organization and seems to be a very genuine caring person which is rare in this world. The food? Well. It's not that different than what I would cook myself at home. I had a salmon rice noodle bowl with asparagus, spinach and mushrooms. It was clean tasting, with just the essence of the actual food shining through. I will return. Maybe even tomorrow! ( ´◡‿ゝ◡`)

Jacob Thompson

Such a great, open atmosphere to grab a coffee or have one of their incredible sandwiches. The turkey pear was excellent. Gluten free options were a plus. Peaceful inside area with easy access to a courtyard for outdoor games. Also, large quiet work spaces in the neighboring building. Will definitely be returning!

Michelle Morehouse

Great spot to meet friends. I don't know the name of it but the vegan, gluten free treat is moist and has just the right amount of sweetness.

Mary Beth Hampe

Great new place in durham! 4 food trucks, one ice cream truck, and an indoor bar with lots of seating. We had pina coladas which was great on a hot day. Lots and lots of seating. A big parking lot across the street with free parking. And plenty of gluten free and vegan options. I had a $12 falafel wrap. The tofu rice bowl at the Korean bulgogki food truck was pretty bland and needed extra soy sauce. Dog friendly.

Kyley Schmidt

This place was a lovely find. It’s in the heart of Durham yet feels relaxing, with a cozy ambiance. The panini sandwiches were delicious, with yummy gluten free bread options, and the side salad was simple and delicious. It was the perfect place for a lazy Sunday afternoon lunch.