Top 50 Gluten-Free Spots Across North Carolina for Fryer Lovers

Will Voorhees

Best place in Raleigh for gluten free pasta and breads!

Sara Scanlon

A gluten free paradise. Delightful service, incredible food with locally sources ingredients, and unique vibe.

Amy P

Holy smokes, Batman! As someone who often struggles to find great food options (especially gluten-free), Irregardless blew me away. Our waitress—whose name I regretfully forgot, and it’s not on my receipt—was phenomenal. I told her I was torn between a few choices, and she confidently recommended the Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich (GF). Honestly? One of the best sandwiches I’ve had in over 12 years. Crispy, flavorful, and totally worth the hype. 🌱 They accommodate a ton of dietary restrictions. 🍽️ Portion sizes? Generous. 🌿 Food? Incredibly fresh and delicious. 🏡 Location? Adorable. 🚗 Parking? A bit tricky, but it’s the only “meh” part. 🪑 Inside? Cozy, charming, and quiet enough to actually enjoy a conversation. If you’re in Raleigh and want something amazing, run—don’t walk—to Irregardless.

Matthew Weld

If you are GF, this is the place; everything is gluten-free. We happened upon the summer menu filled with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend the cheddar biscuits, the beet appetizer, the braised short ribs, finished with the chocolate torte. Unique selection of cocktails, and the wine menu is extensive. My glass of Malbec was very good. Service was attentive, personable, yet not always in your space. Highly recommend!

Tanya Ireland

One of the most delicious gluten-free meals I’ve had since being diagnosed with celiac in 2013! From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The restaurant was spotless—with a perfect 100 sanitation score—and the staff was equally impressive. I truly enjoyed speaking with the owner, whose passion for quality and care was evident in every detail. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!

Stephanie Garcia

English and Spanish: I have been to this restaurant several times and have loved it every time! They are allergy-friendly, 100% gluten-free, and are willing to make accommodations. They have this vegan cilantro sauce that is phenomenal. I’ve gotten the vegan beyond arepa with avacados, lettuce, and Fritos. The rice and beans (the beans depend on who is making it; there have been some inconsistencies there), but everything else is good. I also love their fresh juices. The passionfruit one is my favorite. English and Spanish: I have been to this restaurant several times and have always loved it. They are allergy-friendly, 100% gluten-free, and are willing to make accommodations. They have a vegan cilantro sauce that is phenomenal. I have ordered the vegan beyond arepa with avocado, lettuce, and Fritos. The rice and beans (the beans depend on who prepares them; there have been some inconsistencies), but everything else is good. I also love their fresh juices. The passion fruit one is my favorite.

Kirsten

I was so excited to try Burtons with their huge gluten free menu, but I was really disappointed. I ordered an appetizer of the bread and it was so tough and dry. Still, I was excited for my entree. I ordered a warm lobster roll with fries. The fries were AMAZING. I actually have a hard time finding good GF fries but theirs were fantastic—which is why I gave 2 stars. The lobster was okay but the bun was pretty gross. The whole thing was just dry and not flavorful at all. The service was not good either :( I got 1 refill after eating most of my meal without a drink (except the table water), and we sat there for 30 minutes waiting to pay. Hopefully today was just an off day for them but based on my experience today, I don’t recommend it.

Michele Stanley

FULLY GLUTEN FREE RESTAURANT 🤩 We’ve been frequenting BIBIBOP in Cary since it has opened. Most all gluten free people know gluten free Asian foods are few and far between. This place is DELICIOUS! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I describe it like an Asian chipotle in set-up. You go through line and build a bowl. VERY FRESH and clean ingredients. Tasty teas and lemonades. Yummy free miso soup. Friendly staff and clean space. 10/10 recommend (I promise there is healthy greens under our toppings in the pictures lol)

zachary proehl

So I have autoimmune disease called Celiac Disease and that means gluten and me do not get along at all. This place has great gluten free reviews and was super excited coming here. Well now I am about ready to lose my mind. I asked my usual questions concerning gluten free items and preparations for their food/drinks. I ordered a CIDER and got served a BEER without hesitation. This is actually absurd. When somebody asks you about gluten free items and safety precautions and then immediately within 2 minutes get served a gluten containing item, it’s just actually ridiculous. The server was apologetic and kind but not knowing the difference between beer and cider is disheartening.

Lauren Elliott

The best gluten free burger bun I’ve ever had!!! It was a seeded bun so it had great flavor and was soft and didn’t fall apart at all. The gf chicken nuggets were also delicious paired with the cheer wine bbq sauce. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable!!

Iris Spik

My husband and I chose Strada for our wedding rehearsal dinner catering. Our wedding was originally the weekend of Hurricane Helene, but even amidst the chaos, the Strada catering team got in contact with us to communicate that their kitchen was down, and issued a prompt refund. When we rescheduled our wedding for June 2025, we reached out to see if they would be able to provide catering- this time, my husband was on a strict dairy, soy, gluten and egg free elimination diet. The Strada team worked with us to ensure he had a meal he could safely eat, and also worked to accommodate the vegetarians in our wedding party and my celiac disease. They clearly labeled every allergen, which made everything much easier when we served the catering at our venue- and the food was delicious. We were Strada fans before, but now we’re Strada stans! Highly recommend them for your catered event.

Alexi Moutafis

It's a good place to eat. The service is typically great. The food and drinks are what they should be. I would classify this as a new-school Greek diner. A very casual, inexpensive, sit-down restaurant with a huge variety on the menu to suit a wide variety of tastes. We have many similar restaurants in the northeast. Some of my family members have celiac (gluten allergy) and Bernie's has done a great job both with preparation as well as variety. I have one complaint: my gyro platter only had 3 kalamata olives on it! Μαλακίες!

Bad Birdi

Fantastic gluten free menu! Definitely recommend the hush puppies and Boat Entree's. All dessert is gluten free and they even have gluten free beer which unfortunately wasn't available the day I went, but usually is.

Bailey Ellison

We dined at Barcelona Wine Bar for Independence Day and were served by Ashley and Conner. We called early in the afternoon to check on reservations, but were assured we could probably walk in with no wait. The patio quickly filled after we were seated by a manager. Service was attentive and courteous throughout. We enjoyed burrata, lamb chops, chicken thigh, haricot verts and the Branzino entree. Each dish was rich with flavor and beautifully presented. As a celiac, it means a lot that our servers were versed on proper protocol. Pesto for the burrata was served on the side, as it was cross contaminated with the bread previously on the flat-top, for example. We were warned at the beginning of service that entrees would take a little while. Our wait between tapas and entrees must have been longer than usual for the establishment. We were asked if there were any other tapas we would like while the Branzino was being prepared. Taken by complete surprise managers comped both our hericot verts and the entree. Although we would have no complaints paying for both as we understand from the FOH perspective. Fantastic job by all! We will be back!

Rocked socks

Bad food for the price. Only really good as a gluten free option, but even then it's still very expensive for what you get. Pancakes suck too.

Emily K

It is so cute (not at all a dive) inside! They are very knowledgeable about gluten and have many options. The fried chicken was delicious and I really liked the fries. They also have fun cocktails, and my friends enjoyed their meals as well.

Fred Schneider

Incredible! So many gluten free options, marked clearly on the menu. And FANTASTIC gluten free key lime pie! The owner, Nelson, made sure we knew how much they cared about making an affordable and safe GF dining experience. Loved the ambience and the food; the burger was one of the best I've ever had and the gf bun was soooo fluffy! They give you a FREE cookie at the end and the gf cookie was actually soft and not crumbly. I cried a little I was so excited. I will be back!

Kimberly Davis

The best Gluten free breakfast around! I drive an hour to come here and I’m never disappointed

Chewy

Very good burgers, with gluten free options both for buns and for sides. The medium rare beef burger just melts in your mouth, and the gluten free chicken tenders and tater tots are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The wait is also quick, we've been here twice and got our food within 10 minutes. We ate our food before I could remember to take photos, so here's the clean plate club. They also have a rewards club that offers free burgers and such, if you like app/rewards clubs.

Lynn Sanguedolce

Great food and staff is very accommodating. Most menu items are gluten-free. I have never had a problem here.

Kristina Hatcher (Ktown Kris)

Found Something FISHy through the @Find Me Gluten Free app, checked out reviews and off we went. It was the PERFECT welcome to the Wilmington area. I got fried shrimp w/ fries while my husband had fish, shrimp & fries. So delicious and ready quick. Fried to perfection! They have a gluten free prep area and dedicated fryer. We later found out that's where hubby's family has been eating for years.

Kay Somers

Good burgers and fries! The food tasted pretty good, I’d say the prices are a bit outrageous for what it is though.

Anthony Monioudis

Great food for those that need to eat gluten free with a large selection of choices. Ditto for those without gluten free needs. From the GF menu: gluten free bread with three option platter; she crab soup; and fish sandwich (haddock) with fries. From the regular menu: chicken picatta with angel hair pasta.

Tia Sculpt

Great food, kind service. And gluten free ! Will be back

Philip Martin

Love the food and service. Everything tastes great. They offer every item on the menu gluten free. Some dairy free options.

Susan Rodriguez

I’m a vegetarian, and the main menu has almost no meat-free dishes—but Winston’s actually is vegetarian friendly as long as you say something to the waiter. They have a complete alternative menu available: the front lists vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the back has gluten-free dishes. I can’t speak to the gluten-free options, but the vegan and vegetarian choices are excellent!

Daniela Barbosa

This place is one of my favorite spots for burgers but with a Spanish twist to it. Has a good variety of burgers and their sides of either fries with truffles, sweet potatoes, and the Mac and cheese. You can’t go wrong with those!! This place also has gluten free bread option that comes in a separate package for you to assemble, very well made and done. Delicious and Gluten free!!!

Jaida Pollock

omg!! the pictures online do this place dirty 😭 i went here for brunch recently and I ordered the porky breakfast bowl. best food ive ever eaten. I have celiac and my waiter made me feel so safe. and the food was delicious. seriously. like oh my god. I had their cinnamon apples as a side and UGHH so good!! I highly recommend this place to any gluten free or celiac ppl in Asheville. :)

Ben Dubiel

Great food and service. Been many times but Cass was awesome today. A bit pricey for breakfast but nice to be able to bring my celiac wife.

Taylor Clark

I never review restaurants but I cannot say enough good things about this place. My girlfriend and I are gluten free and it is often difficult to find a full spectrum menu of things we can eat—however, even if you aren’t gluten free—this place is incredible. From the atmosphere, to the view, to the service; even down to how the dishes are plated…everything is immaculate. The Duck Confit…I would highly recommend. Their deconstructed tiramisu for desert—amazing. Even their coffee there we got with desert…best restaurant coffee I’ve had, period. You have to check this place out. Well worth your time and money.

Sarah Hall

Fabulous food and our server, Jules, was wonderful! Took care of everything needed and did a great job with gluten free. We will for sure be back - thank you, Jules!

Alessia Parker

Love that they have gluten free bun!

Krystal Aubry

Really nice outdoor seating space, and the crab cake sandwich I had was fantastic. What I appreciated most is when I had questions about ingredients in some of the dishes, the cook came out and talked to me and made sure I ordered something completely gluten free. We'll be back there again next year!

Steve Wright

Most items are Gluten-free

Sam Littlejohn

New favorite spot! A family member has celiac and we are able to eat here safely - gluten free and safe from cross contamination! Aside from that, the food is absolutely incredible. Unassuming exterior but the vibe inside is great. Service was also top notch.

Greg

They have an extensive gluten-free menu. Everything was great and the service was amazing! Very delicious food!!

Chris Kerr

Snooze lives up to its fantastic name and only gets better from there. The atmosphere has a quirky diner vibe, complemented by exceptionally hospitable service. My wife ordered the Denver omelet with hash browns and gluten-free toast, and she devoured nearly all of it—which is a rare feat! I opted for the traditional eggs Benedict with hashbrowns and a side of bacon. I’m not exaggerating when I say this was one of the best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had in my life! The bacon was irresistibly crave-worthy, too. Thank you, Snooze, for an outstanding experience!

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.

vijay kumar

Burger 21 offers a diverse menu with options for various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free. The prices were reasonable, considering the food and service quality. Overall, the dining experience at Burger 21 was exceptional. The welcoming atmosphere, service, and expertly crafted dishes made for an unforgettable evening. Burger 21 is highly recommended for anyone looking for a culinary adventure. Planning a return visit to explore more menu options is already underway.

Danny Husted

Only safe place for a celiac that i have found where I never get cross contaminated and the staff is more knowledgeable than some Dr's.

Andrea James

I try to eat at Sixty Vines every time I visit Nashville, you can never go wrong! Most recently I got a gluten-free pizza and devoured the entire thing!

Dalilah Romero

My family loves Fratelli’s since they offer so many options, including gluten free breads and desserts. We like the breakfast bowls and the sandwiches.

Mike Marchetta

Enjoyed it again and again. Service and food is still excellent!! 👌 definitely recommend. Sat on the rooftop again. Have also been inside. Inside is more lively and rooftop day or night is nice and calm more relaxed up there making it more comfortable. Also great for larger parties Staff: nice, friendly. Good service is super important. Food: we go here enough and it's always very good. More authentic and flavorful Greek food. We had this time The trio of all 3 spreads- comes with alot of pita slices (can get gluten free) which is great. Dinner : Chicken Mykonos (comes with pasta but substituted for rice) was delicious Also have had the Souvlaki Platters. Gluten free: Can substitue the pasta for rice. So if that's your thing you can make it work with many dishes. Price: for the quality it's worth it. More authentic and better ingredients Exactly what you would expect from a better experience.

Amy Reeder

10/10 recommend!!! The food was so good and the staff was exceptionally friendly! I have a gluten intolerance and they were so knowledgeable and accommodating!!

Samantha Dugger

I love all of the gluten free options and the food is great

itsme again

We love, love, love this restaurant. They have so many gluten-free options. Yay! Outstanding food and service. Thanks for everything, Ely, and hope to see you again soon. ☺️

Ashley Bunce

Wonderful breakfast/brunch spot. Great accommodating gluten allergy.

Mel Z.

Great food and amazing sangria! Nice to have a proper restaurant open late. Server was very friendly and attentive, even highlighting gluten free items. 10/10, would definitely return!

Patrick Moore

"No wait, Come on in" on the website despite a legitimate wait on arrival and staff trying to legitimize the "no wait" on the website when asked. And no blue cheese option for the buffalo chicken (no blue cheese at all). Ranch only? 🤢 Then 2 of the wraps we ordered came out wrong, one with tomatoes which my nephew is allergic to, despite the waiter taking all of the correct information from us. And if you need extra napkins you'd better ask up front and multiple times. We asked for extra napkins for a table of 7 people and got 2 napkins. Then my sister asked if we could have an extra napkin for each person and they brought 2 more. 🤦🏻‍♂️ Positives: quick, friendly and courteous staff, good food, gluten free options. It's too bad this was overshadowed by the bait and switch website advertising and added on by the incomprehensible no blue cheese decision.

Jose Marti

Great gluten free options. Our waitress Sisi was the best. She remembered our order and took care of all our requests promptly and correctly. She's always gone above and beyond our expectations.