Top 49 Gluten-Free Cafes to Discover in Raleigh

Dan Sheehan

This is a great spot for food allergies. My wife had a fried chicken sandwich which was gluten free and she was in heaven. I had their signature black bean burger and the jalapeno jam was very tasty.

Kolin McKelvey

Food was good. We got their beignets and some breakfast stacker crepes. My Celiac wife forgot to tell them that she was gluten free so they had to remake the dish for her. They were very nice about it. Only reason for lack of star was server wasn’t very attentive and forgot silverware

Donna Shultz

Such a wonderful eclectic coffee shop with all gluten free treats. I got the lavender cardamon scone that was delicious!! The cinnamon sugar oatmilk latte was yummy, too.

A Singletary

This place is under new ownership and definitely miss the original staff. They got rid of a lot of the valuable , free health literature which was nice to take home to read with your purchases. Overall still a great place to find your nutritional needs and they have a huge selection in the back of the store for Gluten free.

katiew36

Let me just say- a cafe that is SPACIOUS, open EVERY DAY until 8pm, has tons of flavors, is affordable, GREAT service!!!! this was my first time here and i got a cold brew with sugar free chocolate and raspberry it was SO GOOD!! i am gluten free and appreciated the separate case for gf items, but unfortunate it all contains nuts so i wasn’t able to try any of it… however it looks fantastic!!!

John Yates

I want to start by saying, we really liked the restaurant and food was great! Their gluten free bread was really good also. The reason for the 3 star review though is solely based on our experience with the waitress. When we ordered I ordered their Turkey club, hella good btw, and asked for gluten free bread. I then asked for the french fries. Her body language and attitude immediately changed very aggressively and replied, “I can’t give you that” I asked why, and she said “because they’re fried in the same oil as other things”. I then tried to explain that I have more of a gluten intolerance and would be fine. I live with it and know my body. “She then got even more rude and defensive and said “ Well I will not be responsible if you get sick then” I have never been treated like that over gluten before. I greatly appreciate the concern she was trying to convey however the level of rude and tone of talking to me like a child was extremely off putting and honestly will never go back there because of her. We genuinely really loved the atmosphere and vibe of the restaurant until her. Maybe she was having a bad day but to be nice and friendly and then a complete 180 difference was extremely disappointing.

Artye Asvui

Plenty of parking. Large variety of groceries (including fresh produce)for such a small space. Reasonably priced coffee. Large variety of sandwiches. I don't know if they're all available gluten free. They sell records, books, Turkish coffee makers, insulated lunch holder, thermos for coffee. Cute and very informal space. Lots of outdoors eating space.

Dawn Lineman

Love that it’s completely gluten free I have celiac and anxiety when trying new places but my biggest concern was what to eat I chose the khalessi bowl and hot mocha omg soooo gooooo if you like clean juice you will love this my partner had avacado toast and couldn’t tell it was gf wish I lived closer

Tracie Lane

The best grits and eggs I've had in years. I also loved the gluten-free waffle. But what I loved most is the premise behind this place.

Robbey Lindstedt

My wife is gluten free and dairy free. This is one of only a few places in Raleigh who has both options and is most importantly...delicious 🤤

Deena Dickey

Adrienne Linzer

I wish I could properly articulate how much I LOVE Little Blue Bakehouse. I’ve frequented the Alamo since it opened and have supported this business since they opened as well. Such an incredibly fun and unique idea to basically have a dessert food haul, with several small businesses inside. Not only that but then there’s tons of drinks, and coffee they offer, and don’t even get me started on the monthly drink specials that always blow me away. Just so insanely creative. I have a gluten allergy and I feel very comfortable ordering all the GF options here without concern. Everything is absolutely DELICIOUS. And beautiful! The staff has always been super welcoming and friendly. I will never stop supporting.

Donna Dixon (MeandQt)

Food and staff were excellent! Another place that is gluten free friendly! Loved it will be back again.

Grace Lee

Ally was the best server ever. She was very attentive and so sweet ! Also loved the gluten friendly menu options :)

Shanah Bell

I met a client here for a morning coffee meeting and it was a great experience. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The entire restaurant is gluten free, which was fantastic to learn. They do have some vegan drink and food options, but not many. Macadamia and Almond milk are the plant milk options. I got a hot Golden Latte and added a shot of espresso. It was delicious! My client got a smoothie bowl, which she loved. Please note that all of the smoothies contain whey protein so they are NOT vegan, but you can ask for the plant protein as a swap instead. Overall, the atmosphere and experience were very enjoyable. The only thing that would make this place better was if they incorporated more inherently vegan/ plant based options in order to cater to a wider variety of people.

Julia Pedroza

Absolutely love this place. Wish we could get here more often (and that they had non gluten-free coffee cake 😂)

Jessica S.

Been here a couple of times with great experiences. Cute shop beside lots of places to walk and shop. Very beautiful products that taste lovely as well. I look forward to trying out their gluten free options for when my family is in town. The peanut butter icing is amazing and my kids loved the red velvet cheesecake and raspberry lemonade cupcake. I look forward to trying their tiramisu.

Julia

I love Heirloom and their gluten free mochi donuts

B W

Tried their iced caramel "meowchiatto" with oat milk and soy whip, and their Vietnamese iced coffee with coconut milk and soy whip. I cannot stress enough how delicious these were. Considering they aren't some mainstream coffee place, they have decent prices. And the drinks are fantastic, unlike those places. I'm not sure I can go back to DD after this! I also tried a pumpkin oat bar and the peanut butter crispy rice treat they had from a local bakery. Absolutely delicious! Awesome staff, awesome atmosphere, delicious drinks and snacks, tons of cute little knick knacks and stickers... plus, they help save cats?! Yes, please! Other highlights are the vegan/gluten free stuff, which does not matter to me but I know this matters to some people! I am so glad I picked this shop at random to try newe coffee today. I WILL be back!!!

Yeedah Krasowski

The challenge of being gluten and dairy free is spontaneity. . Its very difficult stopping to have a great like everyone else unless you do some research. And in the heat of summer who doesn't want an ice cream. . But I researched and found Amorino had several dairy free options of Gelato which was great for our date day seeing the spider exhibit at the museum, the Lego experience, some shopping, we stopped by Amorino's I got the dark chocolate and mixed berries Gelato, my hubby got the blueberry cheesecake and a lemon Gelato, but what made this experience exceptional is the setting. We sat outside at the little bistro table and enjoyed listening to the gurgling water fountain and people watching and midday there was no trouble parking on the street. It was a sweet end to our day.

Heather Little

Manhattan always provides the best customer service! We ordered multiple pizzas last night, including one gluten free, and when we got home we realized it had a regular crust. I called back and the manager apologized, made a new gf one and offered to drive it to our house himself. Everyone there is always so polite. And the food is delicious. Highly recommend!

Brittany Gulledge

This place is a gem!! It’s a casual walk up and order at the counter with nice areas to sit. The service of bringing food was great! The star of the show is the food. W.O.W. This is what the chef would make for her family at home…modern, fresh, real, and insanely delicious Indian food. Don’t expect your typical Indian restaurant. This is so much more. Thanks for an amazing experience! We will be regulars here (only here and Bida Manda I would put on this level). Also, I have celiac disease, and the gluten free options are plentiful and incredible. If you’re vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, or gluten free, don’t hesitate. Just go!

Karen Langston

Caribou Coffee offers a cozy and inviting vibe with an eclectic charm. Inside, you'll find a mix of warm wood furnishings, comfortable high-top tables with padded seats, leather chairs, and traditional wooden tables and chairs. If you prefer the outdoors, the spacious patio provides plenty of seating options, and the surrounding trees help muffle the road noise. It's the perfect spot to bask in the morning sun while savoring a delicious cup of coffee. Speaking of coffee, you can count on Caribou Coffee to serve it piping hot and prepared just the way you like it, right from the first attempt. They also offer a variety of beverages, including water. However, if you're gluten free or have celiac dietary restrictions, you will find no options among their enticing baked goods and breakfast offerings. As for staying connected, the WiFi can get a bit congested during peak hours. My T-Mobile hotspot worked like a charm with a solid 5-bar connection. Caribou Coffee's low background music makes it an ideal spot for conducting phone calls, in-person chats, studying, or business meetings. The service is top-notch thanks to the staff at Caribou Coffee are a friendly and attentive bunch, with Suzanne, my personal favorite barista, setting the bar high with her warm and welcoming demeanor, helpfulness, and all-around friendliness. The drive thru is perpetually bustling, but it flows efficiently. All in all, Caribou Coffee is an excellent place to unwind, be productive, contemplate life's mysteries, or strike up conversations with new acquaintances.

Brian Whitson

Lots of options are reasonable prices and usually a great gluten free option. Staff is very friendly and patience. Food is awesome.

Ieshia Baskett

I need more vegan choices and also where is the fruit choices. Is vegan need that gluten too. Not much to choose from of you ask me.

Autumn Paine

Super friendly and great treats - pretty cupcakes, fun cookies, and creative flavors. They don’t make gluten free but carry gluten free desserts made by another vendor. Good coffee, fun wall of ducks.

Cami Lattner

Good gluten free toast. Coffee was nice and quick. Lots of seating and natural light.

Shanah Bell

Great first time here! Love the space and all of the plants. The baristas were great with helping me determine a good drink option that was vegan. I opted for the Chai Latte with oat milk. Both my drink and my friend's drink were not only beautiful but delicious. The patio is a fantastic space to enjoy your drink, company, reading and/or some light work. Loved it and will definitely be back! ***UPDATE*** I brought my teenage daughter with me to check it out and she loved it! I got a Chai Latte iced with oatmilk and she got a Mocha iced with oatmilk. Both were delicious and had great flavor! I did notice that they had one gluten free vegan pastry option, one vegan pastry option and one gluten free pastry option. So at least they had one thing that was both. I would've tried it, but they were out. Hopefully next time they'll have something else that's both gluten free and vegan for me to try.

Tracy Willis

I have dined here 4 times. I want to love it so much: The food it good. Although cold savory crepes aren’t my favorite the flavors are good. The service is the absolute worst. Warm water, never refilled unless you can literally run someone down. Our crepe (all 4 times) took over an hour! I kept trying to talk to our waitress but each time she reacted like I was asking her to walk to the moon and back. The last time and yes it will be the last time I go, I brought a friend for her birthday for a gluten free crepe: She has celiacs - which we told our waitress 3 times. She was also extremely annoyed at us for mentioning that 3 times. The dessert crepe came out after a 40 minute wait and it was not gluten free. My friend went to take a bite and noticed it wasn’t buckwheat: we are pretty nice women, but after an hour and 45 minutes at this point, WE were annoyed. We received no apologies, not offer to quickly re make a crepe, nothing. I was so embarrassed I had recommended Press for her celebration. Please work on the service so I can enjoy a crepe in a fun location.

Matt Berno

Sir Walter Coffee is definitely a great place to go no matter your mood. They have a decent-sized beverage menu including everything from spirits to Kombucha and while they don't have the most extensive coffee selection, their coffee is quite good. Also, they have gluten free pastries available and a few food offerings if you're wanting something to nibble on. Give it a try if you're in the area

Gloria Romero

Hit and miss. Typically order on Friday afternoons as family treat. Sometimes gluten free items taste fresh and other Fridays my GF brownies are hard and dry, GF lava cake hard and cold, while GF guava muffins overly sweet even for a sweet tooth like mine its too sugary. Also a hit and miss with Chow Hound delivery coupons that are not honored as told that bakery is not responsible for any coupon code irregularities. Hope for more consistency in product quality as when they are fresh, they are good.

Noël Lemen

Surprisingly reasonably priced, excellent quality food that was both kid-friendly and adult-friendly. It's simple fare- soups, wraps, and sandwiches, mostly, but all very good. There were also plenty of vegetarian options and while I didn't check, I presume also some gluten-free. The coffee bar was solid, and there were even some local brews. All in all, I was super impressed and so were the kids.

Mari Slemons

Something is different about this restaurant. Not sure if it’s the recipes, or if the ingredients are just exceptionally fresh… but the food is out of this world. Fried chicken is a must (I can’t even eat gluten and needed at least two bites). Red Curry- amazing. Tom Kha Ramen- 15 stars. The staff is friendly and attentive too! Eat here tonight, ok???

Lior Seidel

Adventures of Valley

Quick and super good! They even have excellent gluten free bread!!

Cyndi Wyatt

Best biscuit I’ve ever tasted. I try to be gluten free but I couldn’t refuse and loved every bite. The line was out the door but moved quickly and food came quickly.

Jaime Sansom

Delicious and actually tastes like real coffee unlike Starbucks. The staff was nice, but it was loud so a little hard to hear her when ordering. I wish they had gluten-free biscuits because those looked yummy. None of these negative comments would keep me from coming back. Will definitely be back.

Monica

Gluten free almond milk available. Thanks to the staff for helping .

Natalie Ross

I am gluten and dairy-free, and the smoothies here are a perfect healthy lunch for me! I get smoothies with the energy supplement and soy protein. So yum and reasonably priced.

Missy Parker

Great hot and cold sandwiches and homemade salads for lunch and changing menu for dinner. My lunch favorite is the garbanzo bean salad. They have gluten free bread for sandwiches and toast them separately.

Lorraine Klein

We go here every year for our shop Christmas dinner. It's been 10 years and counting. I give the crew a choice of where to go, but they always pick Hayes Barton. It's the cakes. The food is good too but it's all about the cakes!! Also, thank you for having a gluten free cake that was chocolate Nutella... yummmmmmmmmmmm 😁

Joseph Evans

This was my 5th time there. The employees are very friendly and helpful. Atmosphere and music is great. Can’t wait to bring my friends there this summer. Super great! Tons of options and gluten free.

Deborah Hart-Serafini

They don’t have anything gluten free. Coffee was ok but almost all coffee shops have something gluten free.

Artye Asvui

I appreciate the outdoor plants and all the seating options. I think I'm kicking the coffee habit because of a medical condition I have. I thought I'd go in for the baked goods. They're ok but not really amazing. I love that they offer all their sandwiches gluten free if we need that. The location is great for me. I Just think I've got tastier homemade options I can throw together or whatever. For gluten free they're not bad but if you are able to plan ahead or if it's my kitchen vs the selections here it's not a slam dunk that it's worth the price or the effort for the baked goods alone.

Sarah Prezioso

Nutritious and delicious. Try the gluten free peanut butter cookie, it's out of this world!

Lior Seidel

Elizebeth Miller

The nicest owners and the best gluten free scones in the area! Coffee is also always amazing!

Lauren Citrone

Beow’s has great gluten free biscuits, bread and cheesecake!! Such a fun atmosphere whether you are there at 10am or 7pm! Great section with fun toys and books for our toddlers!

Nancy Herrera