Top 50 Gluten-Free Celiac Friendly Spots Across Hawaii

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Madeleine Anderson

Stopped in for a coffee on my way from Two Step to Kona. The gluten free brownies tasted like the real deal and my iced Haupia Caramel latte was perfectly creamy and slightly sweet. Definitely add this to your list if you’re visiting.

Alisa Hobson

We stopped by Lulu’s for lunch because they have a pretty robust selection of gluten free items, which seems hard to come by in Waikiki. We had a lot of trouble with our order - 2 of our drinks had to be remade, the eggs on my Lulu Moco were fried instead of the requested over easy, and we ended up with a fly in another drink.. BUT I’ll say Sage, the waiter, and the manager both handled it really well. Both were very on top of getting things remade and coming to check on us to make sure everything was fixed to liking. The food was also good, but the fish tacos were definitely the best thing any of us ordered.

James Green

Can’t even explain how incredible this place is, the pizzas never disappoint. Probably the best pizza I’ve ever had in my life. Our family has been coming here for years. It’s very kid-friendly, and the staff is always so upbeat and kind. Truly one of the best spots in Maui. You can’t go wrong with any of their pizzas. They also offer gluten-free crust for celiac, and they give dough to little ones to play with, which is such a thoughtful touch.

Libbi Fougerousse

I either have Celiac Disease or am just gluten sensitive (idk which). This place has gluten free cinnamon rolls, and they are FANTASTIC! You cannot tell they are gluten free. My only tip: The gluten free cinnamon rolls did not come warm and gooey like the regular cinnamon rolls did for other people in my party. HOWEVER, if you warm them up in the microwave, they’re fresh, hot, and gooey! Delicious! Oh, and BIG!

Andrea James

First the bad: We had a server who was new and when I asked if the fries were in a shared fryer, she got flustered and confused and she said, “Usually people who are gluten free know what they can and cannot eat.” It was pretty bad and I almost requested someone new, but later the manager came out to help us and talk us through the menu. Now the good: Good tacos. Shrimp and grits was excellent. They were out of GF buns so didn’t get to try the burger.

Erin Zipp

Best fish tacos ever -- and gluten free.

Christopher Worsfold

Great spot and cool seeing all the music memorabilia on display. Provides a Gluten Free Menu on request with GF burgers and some of the classics. Overall good service and a favourite dinner spot while visiting Hawaii.

Cait Foster

After my spiel, they reassured me both over the phone and in person that they were able to serve Celiacs with confidence. It took me literally two bites and a speed run to the washroom to realize that was completely untrue. I left the meal 98% untouched, and informed the server that the food had made me ill and that we needed to pay ASAP so I could go back to my private hotel bathroom. Paid for everything and left in tears - the staff didn’t even apologise or offer to comp my meal. Was a great last night for our vacation. Slay Noi Thai

HikariSuk

The other Paia fish market on the island is far superior in taste, quality, and service. This paia however was really bad. We found hair in our food, our order was incorrect THREE TIMES. They did not take our food allergy concerns seriously when we returned the food back. The lady taking orders obviously hates her job. Service was very slow. Management needs to step up at this location & take things seriously. But we still love fish Paia, just not this location. Rice was not cooked properly or flavorful. Fish was cooked perfectly though. We hope this review is seen and taken seriously as we are repeat customers and love to support local businesses that offer gluten free and dairy free options.

Melanie Rodriguez

Only has gluten free donuts Friday-Sunday.

Trevor Hammer

Awesome burger place, everything is made to order. Gluten free options available.

Chloe Turner

Friendly staff and lots of unique breads. Was pleasantly surprised to find lots of gluten free breads and treats as well. The Ube Loaf was amazing

Megan Fisher

Five stars isn't enough - our experience here was truly exceptional! The gluten-free options were plentiful, and our waiter intuitively knew to bring my husband gluten-free starters without us even asking. The view was breathtaking, the atmosphere was lively and fun, and the live music added the perfect touch. The food was outstanding, and we left feeling thrilled with our choice

Mark

If you're a celiac visiting Maui, rest assured that this is a safe breakfast stop for you with many gluten free options! The owners are kind people who take celiac disease very seriously and are able to provide quality breakfasts that fueled several days of hiking and snorkeling for me!

Laura Foster

Lots of gluten free options and the food was fabulous

Sin Arj

FIVE STARS! I'm vegetarian and my friend is gluten free and pretty much all their food catered to both of us. Fresh. Healthy. Delicious. Unique food. Lovely staff. Cosy atmosphere. Coming again and again for sure. 100% recommend.

Pilar Orellana

A very pleasant and special place. We received excellent service. They have a special gluten-free menu, and the waitress advised us on the best dishes and answered all our questions about local fish. The food was very good, and the portions were generous.

Sabrina Betancourt

Eat here if you have the chance! The atmosphere was awesome, from the decoration to the gaming consoles at every table. The service was fantastic, very welcoming. The food was delicious, i ordered a gluten free pizza which was so good and my kids loved their pizza too eating the whole thing. Definitely recommend!

Chrystal Drinkwater

Best local organic foods in Hilo. Lots of options for Vegan, gluten free, and dairy free. The people are down to earth and kind. If you eat meat, they are very conscious about where they get the meat. The best Kombucha I have ever had. From the homemade cultured hot sauce to the gluten free dairy free brownies and banana splits, they do it right. Weds night they have Kava, open mic and pizza made with ancient grain organic flour. Owners are also very cool. 😎

Rebecca Sorgini

So good!! I am celiac which means I am gluten-free and I must also avoid cross contamination. This restaurant not only served me fries from a dedicated fryer, but I also enjoyed the crispiest, most delicious roasted chicken I have had in a long time. Cashier was knowledgeable about celiac, and they changed their gloves and everything while preparing my meal. Also, good prices compared to other restaurants in the area. Wonderful! Would definitely recommend not just for celiacs but anyone who wants a delicious meal.

Aaron Morse

Fantastic fine dining experience with excellent, beachfront ambiance and many gluten-free options.

Kevin Sparrow

Don’t sleep on this place. One of the best breakfasts in Maui. Super chill atmosphere and the server was amazing. If you are looking for a gluten free and celiac safe spot, this is the place.

Aidan S

We came to this restaurant excited for the food based off recommendations from online and gluten free forums. My wife has celiac and we made that clear with our waitress Sarah. Sarah was kind to us but was a little slow on service even though it didn't seem incredibly busy. We waited about 5-10 minutes to get seated and then another 5-10 minutes to get water and menus. Then we waited about 20 minutes before our order was taken and drinks refilled. Sarah was knowledgeable about the menu and provided some recommendations which we trusted. I got the Zesty Coconut Catch and my wife ordered the Soy Wasabi Local Catch gluten free. The food took about 10-15 to get to our table but the lady running it gave it to the table next to us first and then to us. The food was superbly mediocre. Not great not bad. Super dissapointing to spend $100 on food that wasn't good. The only thing I have to compliment is the fish was cooked well. Overall not a bad place but super dissapointed at the quality for the price.

dcDalton

This was our first time going to three's bar and grill. We waited for less than 10 minutes for a table outside. The staff was very friendly and helpful. For those with Celiac or gluten issues a separate is available. I ordered blackened fish which was one of the best fish I've had. We had a great dinner. You get 20% off your next meal with receipt.

Elena Gonzales

I'm so thankful we found this place! Love their gluten-free in-house made bread. It doesn't taste gluten-free, and the texture is like regular bread! Big plus for me. The food was wonderful. We had breakfast and dinner here. Staff was friendly.

Craig Froehle

Good food. Very accommodating of celiac. Yummy. Friendly. Good service. Really yummy drinks.

Meghan Clarke

Amazing food from a literal hole in the wall. There’s nowhere to sit, strictly take out. The pork is fantastic. Almost everything there is also gluten free, except for the flour tortillas for the burritos. Really nice people too.

David Schultz

Ambiance: Very cool garden setting. Live music at certain times. Overall an great atmosphere. Tends to be very busy. I'm giving it four stars, though, because they try to rush people through in 60 minutes to accommodate the next seating. They pushed us to order right away and then brought out our salad and entree at the same time. Wait: We waited 10 minutes with a reservation. Without a reservation, you're rolling the dice. Can be hard to get reservations during the peak season. Food: Good, but nothing special enough to justify the price. "Keoki's Style" fish was just ono with some pesto and a sweet glaze. The kale salad was quite good. They have happy hour specials 4-5, but if you come in with a 4:45 reservation, they won't allow you to order them. You have to arrive earlier than that. Drinks: The cocktails here are unique and good, but incredibly sugary. I would recommend them if that's your style. Prices range from $17-$25 per drink. Service: The front of the house generally did a good job, except that they served us a dish that I was allergic to after I told them about my gluten allergy. When I looked at the dish and asked the server to confirm that it was gluten free, she immediately apologized and took it away.

Ed Buchner

Gluten free and vegan options

Bethany Flickinger

Had to ask the waiter about gluten free but he knew exactly what I could eat! 10/10 recommend! The best service I’ve ever experienced and everyones dish was delicious!

Danny Newhide

It's hard to write a review leaving only 4 stars for a place that is so beloved by many (as evidenced by the need to book reservations months in advance), but sometimes the hype really hurts a place like Mama's. We skipped the reservations and opted to walk-in for bar seating at lunch. Credit has to go to Mama's for the ambience and service. It was quite excellent. The staff and location were top notch, really capturing that retro "island" vibe. Bar staff, Tom and Jill were great. Drinks: Mai Tai and Espresso Martini were great. Would recommend to anyone. Food: overall my impression was that the food was good, but nothing was special. At nearly 70 dollars an entree, you are looking for that something extra. The seared ahi appetizer was good but unremarkable. The stuffed Kanpachi, a long standing menu item, was somewhat of a disappointment. However the our selection of the fresh catch (got the uku with caramelized onions, chili and avocado) was a bright spot and was quite good. Would also like to note that they were very accommodating of gluten-free diners. Verdict: 4/5. Go for the ambience, +/- on the food.

Mikkel Prim

Great for anyone with allergies. Very accommodating! I have celiacs and can eat here without worry. Chicken is delicious and has a dedicated gluten free fried for the chicken and French fries. One of my favorite spots in Kona!

Nanette Gefreh

Wonderful choices for gluten-free. My family each ordered something different, and we were all delighted with our meal!

Bonnie Burns

I went here with my family for a luau, amazing is an understatement!! They were so accommodating and brought a separate plate of gluten free food from the back for me to eat. They are very mindful of cross-contamination, and want to ensure you feel safe. Celiac friendly. I highly recommend going to this luau if you have food restrictions, intolerances, or specifically celiac.

dcDalton

First time visit with no reservations. Waited less than 10 minutes. The server was polite and knowledgeable and the food was super yummy. There were few gluten free options which was nice.

Alicia Michelson

I was hesitant to write this review because it's really specific to a really hurtful experience as someone with celiac disease. Honestly if you don't have any dietary restrictions, just ignore this since the food/service otherwise is excellent.. I had eaten here several times before and loved it before this experience which was frankly enough to take it off the list for me and to leave a warning for anyone with celiac or food allergies- I ordered my food and was sitting at the table right next to the open kitchen when one of the cooks loudly complained about the celiac order. We ended up leaving without waiting for the food because it was hurtful and totally uncalled for. Not only that, but the staff denied anything was said (again, I was sitting right next to the man who loudly made the comment)- if it had been addressed, then I wouldn't leave a public review. Options for eating out with celiac are limited, so I'm really bummed to have to cross this one off the list due to an unwelcoming environment.

Gillian Haden

Delicious gluten free and dairy free ice cream, right off the beach! The fruit was always fresh, and the combinations were perfect!

Jayne Reynolds

This was an amazing food stop. The meals were fantastic, wholesome, and delicious. Gluten free options were fantastic. Loved this!

Patrick Gremell

Amazing meal! Great service. Food came out super fast and hot. Made some modifications and they were exactly as ordered. Gluten-free items are clearly labelled. Left absolutely stuffed, with leftovers!

Lior Seidel

Alyssa Arens

So very accommodating of both gluten and dairy intolerances. Our server, Melanie, made sure to address these when dropping off each and every meal, acknowledging what was safe for me. For the main course, she even brought me a separate plate than my husband to ensure that I could enjoy the proteins gluten and dairy free! Amazing experience. Felt very authentic, was paced well as far as service and entertainment go.

Andrea S

Christmas dinner buffet was amazing for my husband and two friends. Very busy night with attentive service. I am both gluten free and vegan and the chef made a special butternut squash risotto for me. I was able to make my own salad from the buffet easily. Wish I had known there were some other options on the buffet for me like veggie sushi and there might have been a veggie side dish I could have eaten. But happy the chef could accommodate me. Our server went to one of the other restaurants on property and brought back the most amazing vegan and gluten free chocolate avocado mousse. SO chocolaty! She went above and beyond. I want that recipe! Thanks for making our Christmas so special. Great ambience and what you would expect to pay at this place.

BIBEK SHARMA

I'm a vegetarian and finding some real good veg food here is difficult for me. Kai is just wonderful in this aspect. You get a lot of vegetarian options along with other stuff + gluten free vegan meals are an option too. Their special Mango Tango Pizza is a must try along with the special Lemon Kai Fry

alexandergarret1

The server, Les, was fantastic. Was very accommodating to a gluten allergy, and went down the menu with us to confirm what was safe. Fantastic meal

Paul T

Best Shave Ice on the island. Very conscious of gluten even though they do serve it.

Kelly Johnson

Gluten free and delicious!

Alfred Hofmann

Definitely the best shop, very fresh, gluten-free, cow's milk-free products are available there. We didn't find any items like this in other shops. Highly recommended this shop, nice helpful staff.

Scott Valler

We had the fish tacos. They are gluten free without modification. They were awesome. You get two on an order and that was a nice portion. We went for lunch. The restaurant was clean, roomy, and the staff was very friendly and helpful when I asked questions about cross contamination. Definitely worth a visit.

tamao

July 2023 I made a reservation for 6pm on my honeymoon. ◯Meat For my main dish, I chose Porterhouse steak. During my stay, I went to another famous steak restaurant, and the meat at Ruth's was not only delicious, but the seasoning was relatively well-seasoned, and I could feel the restaurant's commitment to it. ◯Service The inside of the store has a calm atmosphere and a special feeling. We prepared a plate to celebrate our honeymoon. A separate gluten-free menu was available. It is also recommended for people with wheat allergies.