Top 50 Gluten-Free Spots Across New Jersey with Dedicated GF Fryer

John Gerwer III

Huge portions, amazing menu, great and professional staff. Gorgonzola pear purses and Balsamic Chicken were to die for. Live accoustic music, not too loud. Perfect. Gluten free, vegetarian, vegan menus. 100% recommend.

Leigh Houston

This diner is a godsend for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about safe preparation and the food is solid. Highly recommend!

Catherine M

Absolutely amazing food and service. Very accommodating for any allergies beyond gluten as well!

I T

Everything was incredible, to say the least! My friends and I joke that I’m a human gluten detector. Within minutes of eating something, I can tell if it’s been compromised. So I’ve been watching the reviews roll in, waiting for the right moment to try this place out. This morning I woke up early, was hungry, and decided today was the day. I was not disappointed. Finally, a real bagel I don’t have to travel into the city for. Thank you! I love NYC, but going all that way just for a bagel is an exhausting mission. Also, I can’t forget to mention their incredible selection of gluten free desserts / pastries! I ordered an everything bagel with cream cheese w/ lox. I usually ask for it toasted, but when they’re fresh, there’s no need. I got there early enough to enjoy it at its best. I also grabbed a gluten free, dairy free dessert that was truly delightful. I feasted the second I got home, so apologies…no pictures. Despite what social media might suggest, the phone does not always eat first in my house, haha. Elliot, thank you for the warm welcome and for making me feel completely at ease. Your confidence and pride in the gluten free offerings was so reassuring and made me all the more excited to dig in. I’m so glad I finally stopped by and I can’t wait to become a regular. Thank you for caring so well for those of us with allergies and sensitivities. May you always be blessed in abundance. This kind of thoughtfulness and quality is rare and so appreciated.

Conor MacCourtney

Dedicated Gluten Free fryer, descent selection of GF options. Loud but accommodating for children and families for breakfast. Parking is street parking and there is a public lot. Tough only when it rains or is a beach day.

Kristina Heft

Amazing breakfast this morning. The owner’s daughter has celiac so very aware of cross contamination. My daughter with celiac had pancakes with strawberries. This was her first time eating breakfast at a restaurant since she was diagnosed with celiac. They can make anything on the menu gluten free. The only thing that is not gluten free is the scrapple and tater tots. Very good, we will be back.

Michael Dennie

Food was delicious. Even if you aren't allergic to gluten, you will enjoy the food.

Anthony Gerber

Best gluten free sandwich I've ever had!!! They use Two Fields Italian rolls which is the only edible gluten-free bread in my opinion. I was skeptical to try because of how much I disliked other gluten-free sandwiches such as the warm have a Jersey Mike's. I was pleasantly surprised! I'll definitely be going back.

Rachel

Almost killed our friend with celiac. Got there at 6:30, didn’t receive food until 8:00. Food received was cold and not appetizing. Never came over to tell us what the issue was and left us hungry.

kevin patrick

Great gluten free options, celiac safe.

Meghan Kosequat

One of my favorite spots. I’m celiac so I’m extra thankful for places like this. I’m not always in the area but when I am I stop in twice! KITCH muffin for breakfast with citrus black and turkey club with sparkling lemonade for lunch are my favorite and my kids love sitting in there sweet garden area to eat. I recommend ordering online first even if going to sit and eat there. Love the atmosphere and the staff. Small space but warm and inviting.

Jackie Sexton

Being gluten free makes finding good food grievous finding Palermo’s is a God send. The food is fantastic, fresh, & a whole menu of gluten free options. Finally I can enjoy all my NJ favorite dishes without hesitation. Thanks Palermo’s!! I’m a customer for life.

Ryan Devlin

The absolute best Chinese food around. Also the best gluten free options. Just make sure to call ahead of time on weekends for pickup since they can get very busy.

Maja Conforti

I love that it caters to guests on a gluten free diet. Delicious food, caring owner, great ambiance. My husband and friends, who have no dietary restrictions, enjoyed it very much as well. We all went back another time.

Melanin Essence

It’s very difficult to find restaurants with gluten-free items. It’s much appreciative that they have gluten-free waffles and pancakes on the food was good.

Lauren Gedeon

Great place for a quick brunch! Many gluten free options, and the food is not greasy at all.

Hadas Gold

Ate here twice during our weekend. it’s a fun spot with so many different hot dog options. For us the best part was how awesome they are with allergies - our son is wheat free/gluten free so the fact he could get essentially anything on the menu was so exciting. Chili dog with cheese? Sure. Mac n cheese! Or a brownie ! They’re super careful here. And “Tommy” is so lovely, fun, considerate and clearly enjoys his shop! I wish more places made the same effort for allergy folks!

Jen D

Love true foods ! Waitress was very accommodating for my daughter order who just wanted a gluten free pizza with red sauce and vegan cheese . Love the lavender matcha ! I always order that and so many vegan options. First time trying the vegan cookie and ice cream was delish !

Jen M

I’ve eaten here safely 4 times with celiac (very sensitive to cc) I love the wings, fries, and fried Brussels! Can be a longer wait for a table but worth it for the extensive gf menu and safe prep.

Jessica Baltadonis

Brigantine is such a cute town to get away from when staying in AC. I love coming here because they have a wide range of things to eat for breakfast to dinner, and they’re accommodating to gluten free diners. They also allowed my pup outside and brought her chicken breast that I ordered in a doggy bowl. It definitely feels like a homey locals spot and I always look forward to visiting!

Michael Carroll

Best gluten free bakery we have found over the years .

kerry buckman

Best food, fresh and amazing for Celiacs! The nachos are so delicious!!! Highly recommend!

LaToyia Joyner

Upon arriving, we received a not very warm welcome which set a not nice tone for the evening. However, things quickly became a bit disappointing. When being seated, the host mentioned he saw the Resy notes indicating someone in our party was plant-based and gluten-free and asked if we’d like that menu. If it was already noted in the reservation, it would’ve made sense to have those menus ready at the table or automatically offered. Otherwise — what’s the point of specifying it ahead of time? Our server, Mary, unfortunately wasn’t very knowledgeable about the plant-based, vegan, or gluten-free options. She seemed unsure of the menu, had to double-check multiple times, and lacked confidence in answering basic questions about ingredients and modifications. It’s frustrating as a guest when you take the time to add dietary preferences in advance specifically to avoid situations like this. The veggie soup was far too salty and unenjoyable, though the eggplant parmesan was actually pretty good. The Saratoga still water isn’t a personal favorite and it was the only option, so I had to add several lemon wedges just to make it palatable. The most disappointing moment was when I asked about plant-based desserts. Mary seemed confused by the request until my mom clarified by saying “vegan dessert,” which then prompted her to bring over a tray of pre-made dessert shooters to choose from. Honestly, that felt off-putting. Who knows how long those had been sitting out or how many tables they’d been to that night. It just wasn’t an appealing or thoughtful presentation, especially for a restaurant that prides itself on seasonal and fresh offerings. The restaurant was nearly empty given it was the 4th of July, so it would’ve been an ideal opportunity for attentive service. I’m hoping this was just an off night, perhaps due to holiday staffing. I might give them another try on a regular evening to see if it was an isolated issue — but based on this visit, it definitely missed the mark.

Chathura Wijesinghe

Merey Venezuelan Cuisine offers an authentic and flavorful taste of Venezuela in a cozy, welcoming environment. The food is consistently delicious—whether you’re diving into a loaded arepa, sampling cachapas, or enjoying gluten-free goodies. With personable service and meticulous allergy care, it’s a top pick for a comforting, vibrant dining experience in Highland Park.

Stephanie Garcia

Spanish and English: I had the vegan cachapa, the apple pie panda, which were really good, and the veggie empanada was just right. The vibe in the place was very chill but busy. There were plenty of options to choose from if you are gluten-free. They were accommodating. The person at the register didn't really know the ingredients well. They got part of my order wrong, so just be mindful to repeat what you are ordering to the person at the register a couple of times. Their food was delicious. I would go again. There is indoor seating. Very quaint with lots of Hispanic-inspired artwork. There is not a lot of seating. I ordered the vegan cachapa and the apple pie panda, which were great, and the vegetarian empanada was good. The vibe in the place was very chill, but busy. There were plenty of options to choose from for celiacs. They were very friendly. The person at the register didn't really know the ingredients well. They got part of my order wrong, so keep in mind to repeat what you are ordering to them a couple of times. The food was delicious, I would go back. There are tables inside. It's a very quaint place with lots of Hispanic-inspired artwork. There isn't much seating.

Ann Marone

My experience here was definitely average; 2.5 stars seems more accurate that 2. It looked nice from the outside and and the menu offerings looked good when we previewed online, FOOD: my gluten free buttermilk chicken sandwich and gluten free fries were good. However, my husband ordered the coffee (not good) and the cheesesteak sandwich, which he said tasted like steak ums. (So quality for the price was a mixed bag for us.) SERVICE: A major plus was the hostess and busser. The hostess was super friendly and gracious, and the busser (who also appeared to refill water) was observant and quick to take care. The server was knowledgeable of the menu (I’m gluten free, so that’s important to me), but her quality of service completely paled in comparison to the other staff. ATMOSPHERE: I really thought it would be great (and loved this antique cash register at the hostess stand!) But the vibe felt pretentious and put-on; plus, the place was unexpectedly loud. Like the acoustics of the place weren’t set well or sound didn’t absorb well; every sound seemed magnified. I don’t usually write such long reviews, but this experience was so strange to me. Overall, I’d order gluten free takeout from there, but that’s about it. When we choose to go out to eat, we want to love the experience; this review probably makes me seem like a “Karen”, but I’ve had a lot of serving experience and am pretty understanding. Blue Plate just didn’t meet the expectations that they set with the way they present themselves as an establishment.

Devin Carroll

The food was amazing and everything is gluten free and actually tasted good! The mac and cheese was great. I feel like every brand of gluten free noodles I've tried always get super mushy and they're typically gritty. Whatever brand they are using actually taste like normal noodles. The fried chicken was excellent. The brisket melted in your mouth. The Brussel sprouts and the corn were also really good. Will 100% be coming back.

Alana Hoffert

I have celiac disease and this place was great! I chose it because of that, but they had a whole gluten free menu. I haven’t had fried food in a long time, but they have a dedicated fryer and the mozerella sticks are great! Highly recommend.

Catherine M

Amazing short rib tacos, dedicated fryer, knowledgeable staff

Bernadette Delaney

RUN here if you have celiac or other GF needs. They have fried donuts that don't taste like dry cake. SO GOOD. The marscapone donut was my favorite. The Nutella bites were good, but not as good as I hyped them up in my mind. If this place was around the corner from me I'd be here daily.

Rachel Haines

Gouldsburger's is a weekly stop for me and my office. We have ordered almost everything on the menu. The portions are big and we are always happy with our orders! As someone who is Gluten Free, they have a variety of options that are more than satisfactory. The owner is very kind and passionate about what he does. I highly recommend.

will krupka

Amazing service. And lots of gluten free options for celiacs

Alex Navarro

This place is a great find. All the burgers we got were amazing. Milkshake was delicious. They had lots of GF options and good protocols which made it feel safe for our celiac kid. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the owner was great about checking in and explaining their GF options and protocols. All the fries are GF and in their own fryer 🙌 Really can’t beat it. We will be back for sure.

Alissa Randall

What a great surprise to find a sushi restaurant in Montclair that is gluten-free! Everything was delicious. The service was fantastic. Cannot wait to come back!

Johnette Mannato

Excellent gluten free burger and chicken options. All allergens clearly labeled. Fast and friendly service

Susana Abad

This place is my favorite place ever! Best gluten free options and best Italian food in general. Vicky was very helpful and attentive, would always recommend

Nolan Albrecht

Excellent Mexican food with great service. Staff was very knowledgeable about my party’s food allergies(gluten, nut) and was able to prepare the food safely. 10/10 would eat here again.

Katie C

The absolute best experience I’ve had being celiac. The owner (whose wife is celiac) came out and told me he would make my pastrami wrap himself and told me all of the ways he keeps it safe. He then chatted with me for a while about the disease and was so unbelievably sweet. The food is delicious, and the staff are all amazing. I cannot recommend this place enough.

Andrea Marie

Visiting the area from Pennsylvania and LOVED eating here! Gluten Free menu options! TONS of choices! Decent pricing, extremely fast service, attentive service, friendly & comfortable atmosphere!

Karla Yatckoske

I ordered from Busy Bee on UberEats and was very pleased with my order! The breakfast burrito was so tasty and filling; that plus a slice of banana bread made two meals for me! I really appreciated that the sauce is dairy free! The gluten free tortilla was tasty and did not fall apart. The granola and banana bread were both very tasty as well! I'm gluten free, dairy free, and pescatarian, and I'm so happy to have found this restaurant that has tasty and nourishing options!

Raul Colina

First time. Definitely, I will save this place for next time. They have gluten-free food for real.

Elya Tagar

Great gluten free options, including for celiac

Heba Abdo

Gluten free heaven!!! I go everytime I can get there.

Jennifer Brechbill

Gluten free fries, burger buns, cones. Best ice cream around.

Kelly

My boyfriend and I recently came here, both gluten free, and from the start of the experience we were asked if we were gluten free. This was so the chef knew to make us GLUTEN FREE BREAD to start with!!! It tasted house made and there were 3 different kinds. We were so impressed as this was such a special touch to the meal to make us feel included. There are plenty of gluten free options here and as someone with celiac, I didn’t have any bad reaction after eating here.

Brittany Winsor

Wonderful lunch 2 days in row while in the area. They offer gluten free burgers and fries and even have dairy free oat based cheese for those with sensitivities.

Jhon Pineda

Bareburger has a variety of options for people with dietary restrictions, like gluten-free buns and vegan patties. A great choice for anyone with specific needs. My wife has celiac and Ashley, our server, made sure everything was safe and helped us understand the allergy chart they provide.

Jeff Kauflin

Excellent food. Great service. Fantastic gluten free options and they’re very careful with cross contamination.

Stephanie Garcia

Spanish and English: I’ve had to eat at Tacoria 10+ times… just make sure you communicate your allergies clearly. There are some tasty options that are gluten/dairy/nut free. My favorite is the Brussels sprout tacos. Wow, I’ve dreamed about these. That is how good they are. The food is so flavorful. You can also get the burrito box, which is essentially a bowl. Rice, beans, and your protein. Fantastic. Especially with their spicy sauce. My non-vegan friends love this place too! // Spanish I’ve had to eat at Tacoria more than ten times. At many of their different locations. Just make sure you communicate your allergies clearly. There are delicious gluten, dairy, and nut-free options. My favorite are the Brussels sprout tacos. Wow, I was dreaming about them! They are that good. The food is delicious. You can also get the burrito box, which is basically a bowl. Rice, beans, and your protein. Fantastic. Especially with their spicy sauce. My non-vegan friends love this place too!

Mary De Voe

Cute little local cafe with delicious arepas and desserts. Lots of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan offerings too. I have eaten here twice as a coeliac without getting contaminated.