Top 50 Gluten-Free Dinner Spots to Delight in Center City East, Philadelphia

Perrin Brown

They are all 100% gluten-free and are extremely transparent about all of the other allergens in their kitchen. Very vegan-friendly as well! 11/10!

Mel Snts

Came in for the gluten free cheesesteak as I kept seeing it recommended online. It was a solid sandwich. The GF bread was the best part. The steak and cheese needed a little love, some seasoning, and a little more of it in the sandwich.

Addyson Burch

Amazing food, outstanding gluten free pizza, service is great we always request Nick he and everyone else is so insanely friendly. We go here every time we are in the city and for a good reason. 10/10 would recommend.

Keith Miertschin

Narrow restaurant with limited seating inside. Line moved quickly and the smell of grilled meat and onions made us hungry. Ordered Sonny’s loaded cheesesteak with onions mushrooms and peppers with onion rings and fries. The sandwich was stuffed with meat and the provolone was gooey. Excellent sandwich and the rings were thick and crispy My wife got the gluten free bun and it was excellent. Highly recommended. We took our sandwiches to a nearby park to eat lunch. My daughter shared her pictures with me for this post

Melissa Neubek

Sometimes, all ya really want is a good ol' gluten free breakfast sandwich, and thankfully, High Street delivers! Apparently you can order a GF loaf ahead of time as well, in case you were wondering. The man working was super nice 🙂 Also very happy that they have delicious modification options, so my maple sausage, egg + cheese with avocado + caramelized onions was super flavorful and juuust a little bigger than I could finish. Their pastries and refrigerated sides look super good; only one gf chocolate muffin available. Small place with enough seating for 4-5 inside and 6 outside. & the fresh OJ was super fresh!

gianna maglio

Our server Aidys was excellent! Really made our first time here spectacular! I have a gluten allergy and he was so knowledgeable and patient with my questions. Employee of the month for Aidys! And obviously the food was delicious!

James Hinzman II

Ate here after the Liberty tour. Fantastic cheesesteak with an excellent gluten free bun, that believe it or not, was the same size as the regular bun. Loved the Old Bay fries as well. Recommend!!

Banafsheh Shak

Celiac friendly

JoAnn Steinly

Everyone was wonderful! Our waitress asked the chef if he could make a meal I wanted gluten free, and they did! It was amazing! Both my husband and I had wonderful time!

Aleja Veintimilla (Ale)

During our recent visit to Pennsylvania, my partner and I had the pleasure of dining at a fantastic spot that truly exceeded expectations. For a very reasonable price of $59, we enjoyed a delicious spread, including tacos with a side of chili, two burgers with fries, tea, and two waters. One of the standout features was that everything on the menu could be made gluten-free, which was a huge plus for us. The buns on the burgers were especially delicious—crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The atmosphere was just right—not too loud or crowded—creating a relaxed and welcoming vibe. The service was top-notch as well. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the meal. A nice touch is the digital payment option on the receipt, where you can easily pay and leave a tip with a code. Overall, the experience was fantastic, and we are definitely looking forward to coming back the next time we’re in the area. If you’re in PA and craving some great food in a comfortable setting, this place is highly recommended! Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

Buddy Trujillo

Was in Philly for two weeks and almost exclusively ate here, since I have Celiac it’s hard to find places that carry gluten free. Food was always great and the customer experience was great. Definitely worth a trip even if it’s just for a shake.

Shannon Torres

Tasty vegan and gluten free options. Get there early if you want the masala dosa.

Hannah Lushko

They have fantastic gluten-free ramen. Important to note, the only truly gf option is the vegan (their proteins have gluten, even if you get the egg noodles). I ended up getting the pork ramen which was absolutely delicious, but unfortunately that was enough gluten to ruin my day (I can sometimes get away with small amounts but I'm assuming there was enough either soy sauce/binder/etc in the pork & sauce). However I do not regret my decision because it was that good - the broth was reminiscent of a ramen I had in Japan which was such a wonderful throwback and I was truly impressed to get that AND with gf noodles. The only issue I had was the edamame was a bit overcooked which was a bit disappointing, but really all I cared about was good ramen. I will definitely be going back, but I'll get the vegan option next time.

Dana Ronnquist

Delicious and gluten free friendly

Nick Woods

We always love visiting the Hard Rock, no matter which city we’re in, and this was no exception. The food tasted great, but was a tad expensive when compared to other local restaurants. Also, for gluten-free options, you’re limited to mashed potatoes instead of fries, which isn’t ideal. Where we’re from in the UK, gluten-free fries are available in the Hard Rock, so I don’t know why the same can’t be true in America too. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was everything you’d expect from a Hard Rock.

Dwight Odland

Had a wonderful evening (2.5 hrs) at Amada. Great variety of shared tapas (including gluten free), yummy wine, and excellent and caring service by Amaris in the bar area. Highly recommended!

Femi Abodunde

NEW AMERICAN IN OLD CITY The story of America was written in its colonial taverns, where future revolutionaries gathered to trade ideas and engage in spirited debate over hearty meals and cold drinks. Red Owl is smack in the heart of the cradle of liberty, Red Owl aims to revive that classic tavern experience, with a distinctly modern touch. The restaurant's superior details—hand-crafted cocktails, house-cured charcuterie, butcher-shop cuts of steak—make it a neighborhood respite. We do our best to accommodate the individual tastes and preferences of our guests with a variety of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free menu options. That’s how Red Owl manages to be old, new and free-thinking all at once. Just like Philly.

Aggie McLaughlin

Unusual, delicious sandwiches with bread baked on premises, including gluten free served with salad. Service slow but food worth wait.

Greg S

Fantastic meal. The staff was incredibly knowledge about gluten and celiacs and could go through the entire menu telling me what I could and couldn't get. Would absolutely go there again. Best sushi I have ever had.

Noah Fletcher

I really wanted to love Luhv’s Vegan Deli, but unfortunately, my experience was incredibly disappointing. As a vegan with gluten-free dietary preferences, I was excited to visit a place that specifically advertises being able to accommodate people like me. Their gluten free bread among other gf options has amazing reviews online. That turned out to be far from the truth. When I approached the counter, I was met with immediate attitude from the woman working there. She bluntly told me they couldn’t accommodate my needs and that the only gluten-free option was bread and after what appeared to be nothing short of a desire to not serve me she indicated they also had a chickpea salad. When I politely pointed out that their own menu indicated gluten-free options, she doubled down on the attitude instead of helping me. If your restaurant is going to brand itself as a place that accommodates preferences, then you should actually follow through and at the very least, treat customers with basic respect. Extremely disappointed and will not be returning.

Mikey

Great sushi and very attentive to gluten free accommodations!

A P

I chose this place for my 6th anniversary specifically for the reviews I saw for GF homemade noodles + deserts. As a celiac, they sounded delicious. I was extremely disappointed when we got there to find out they only served GF penne (not homemade). The quality of the penne were similar to a cheap GF box of penne, to the point it was impossible to use a fork without them falling apart. The sauce, however, was delicious and my scallop appetizer was out of this world. The only desert offered that is GF was ice cream, for the price I could eat ice cream at home and have the same satisfaction. Our waiter on the other hand was fantastic, quick, and very knowledgeable on what items on the menu were gluten free. Granted, there wasn’t many entrée options that were GF, he was still able to explain without issue. I don’t think I’ll be coming back to pay for an upscale restaurant for GF penne bolognese.

Jen Coffey

I had another incredible dinner here yesterday. The experience from start to finish was wonderful. The service was attentive and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. I have to eat gluten free as a result of a medical diagnosis and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful. I will definitely return to Fork again soon.

Jeanette Gibbs

The woman working was quite grumpy. The wait was atrocious! And I mean atrocious - 30 minutes for two Philly cheesesteaks and some chips. They mixed up our orders, my husband wanted everything loaded on his and I wanted mine plain with cheese, meat and jalapeño and gluten free bun. They made them backwards but we didn’t dare complain and wait again. I just only ate part of mine. And then felt super hungry afterwards. I also didn’t want to complain because the woman was so grumpy. The chips were great. Google only asks about the table wait, so the table was actually fast to get. But the food order was the slowest I’ve ever had at a market ever!

Van Nocturne

I hadn't been to this BurgerFi since my last trip to Philadelphia in over 3 years. I knew from their previous location (across the street from Reading Terminal Market) their food was some of the best! I used to just eat here during my stays from New York. Was very happy to have found them inside the new mall's food court, and was looking forward to having what was my first meal in over 5 hours, having just come from my Flix Bus. I ordered my usual: double bacon cheese burger green styled (lettuce wrapped), and a CriFry. The young lady behind the counter was kind enough to check the ingredients of the shakes (I can't have gluten or corn due to my disability), which I appreciate her doing. When my burger came out I was very disappointed with the lack of lettuce! I only got 3 pieces, one of which was broken and had soaked up the grease of my burger. On the other hand my CriFry was good. Fried and salted perfectly! The tables were clean. Chairs were clean as well. Only complaint not related to food is that I felt like the rubbish (trash) bins were too far away from the tables. I didn't want to leave my luggage and backpack unattended and risk them getting stolen. Otherwise I would come back again in the future.

Tigah Heli

Best gluten free pizza I've ever had.

Mariana Espinosa

The ambiance, the service, and the vibes here are 10/10! We did our monthly dinner club here and Luis & Jane treated us like family. The showstoppers were the beet salad, pork chops, trofie pasta, and all of the desserts. They ran out of gluten free dessert so the owner literally ran to buy me ice cream. Cappuccinos after dinner were the cherry on top. Definitely recommend!

Michael Benes

Very good food. Service was pleasant. Lots of gluten free options available.

Donna H.

The food is phenomenal- the owner told us how he makes things fresh from scratch every morning and I believe it. It is not a fancy restaurant (not a white tablecloth place) but the staff is attentive, it is spotlessly clean, and the prices beyond reasonable. I’m gluten free and they were helpful in modifying my dinner so I was completely comfortable with it. My husband definitely not gluten free and said the bread was fabulous. I love the variety of customers - students, families, couples. Highly recommend.

Marie-Christine Potvin

I love this place. There food is really good and consistent. They are friendly. And the price are really reasonable. I’m gluten free and I have so many options and I’ve never gotten sick!

Dionne C. Monsanto

I loved my growler of Cabernet Sauvignon. I was thrilled that they had gluten-free options. I had the brussel sprouts and the buffalo cauliflower tacos. Both were delicious! I rented a car and drove in from New York specifically to see Sy Smith and she did not disappoint! Both she and her band were amazing.

Andrew Blackburn

Eileen at Cultivating the Learning - G One

5 of us came here while in town. We had the Saltah, Shakshuka, Lamb Kebabs Platter and 2 Shish Taouk Platters. We all LOVED IT! if you’re gluten free, you can eat here. Then we had dessert. The atmosphere is energetic. People were talking and having a good time. Highly recommend.

Ann McQueen

Tonight we ate here after reading a review and I totally agree ... Great service, great food, good prices and a nice atmosphere... I had chicken wings which are gluten free and side salad. Drinks each.

Viana Da Silva

Very good attention from the boy at the checkout. They have gluten-free margherita pizza options, if you want you can add additional ingredients. It is a 12” pizza, approximately 6 slides, very good flavor, the sauce is extraordinary. My friends ordered the meat and the vegan, they looked very good and the prices were excellent. The bad thing is that there are no customer bathrooms on site.

Luca Rodella

Great place for Pizza and cheesesteak. Friendly and welcoming staff. They also make gluten-free pizza.

Kelli Spooner

Absolutely loved this small pizza place! The pizza was absolutely amazing, especially their gluten-free crust! The manager helped us package out leftovers since we were traveling on foot for a while. They were so great!!

Benjamin Ehrlich

Arthur Larm

OUTSTANDING Venue! Glory Beer Bar & Kitchen hosted our son's Welcome Drink event for his wedding. The food was incredible and the service was top notch. Even better was the pre-event help from David Crudele in choosing menu items. We received so many compliments on the food from all of the attendees because there were gluten free and vegetarian options available. The Mini Cheeseburgers were the best I've had and the Chicken Tendie Board was a huge hit. The venue was private and easily held our 120+ guests! Highly recommended! If you don't have an event, you should still go there for the excellent beer selection and tasty food selection!

Christopher Delcambre

Dottie Guerrasio

Our visit was March 7, 2024 Food and service were excellent. All of our meals arrived quickly and at the appropriate temperature. The flavor and seasonings were perfect. We had a reservation which was very important. There did seem to be open seating at the full service bar. Most items were gluten free. All of the staff were very attentive and friendly. My only suggestion would be to keep the restrooms a bit more tidy. The flan was perfect!

Nancy Schneider

Service was excellent. Good basic Italian. Gluten free options.

Olivia Fisher

I got the egg noddles with beef and the broth forever changed my life. So amazing. Thank you! Great for my gluten free roomie too!

Steph Musal

My husband and I had our elopement dinner/microwedding here in November 2023. Samantha and the whole Royal Boucherie staff gave us the best experience we could have wished for. We planned everything in less than three weeks. Samantha & team were not phased a bit, even as we were adding new vendors to the roster week of (a holiday week at that.) Communication was prompt from the day we submitted our inquiry. They managed logistics with our vendors. They were able to accommodate a gluten allergy and a few other dietary restrictions flawlessly. Every single staff member we interacted with was attentive, friendly, and accommodating. In addition to Samantha, I want to give a special shout out to the hostess who helped us see the space while we were making the decision on where to host and also made sure our “after party” was comfortable and had space downstairs at the bar after the wedding. We used the upstairs covered patio for our ceremony and the parlor for our reception. We decided not to bring in any flowers because the space is already so green and beautiful. We received lots of compliments on the food. The staff went out of their way to make sure we, as the bride and groom, were able to enjoy passed Hors D'oeuvres as we were taking family portraits during cocktail hour. If you are looking for a place to host your 65 or less person wedding in Philadelphia, add Royal Boucherie to your shortlist. They went above and beyond for our day and we cant wait to continually go back to celebrate new life milestones.

Joan Carey

Lindsey M. Adams

Cute place, they have MANY gluten free options and are aware of cross contamination.

Lisa Dewey

The turkey was delicious. I eat gluten free and they don’t have GF bread but he sold me 1/3 pound of turkey w lettuce, tomato and onion in a container. The server was kind and helpful and the price with tip was less than $9. It was delicious .

Jackie Freiberg

Fave spot, so old school. It’s definitely a leisurely place but the food is incredible and they are so homey and accommodating there! No gluten free pasta, but gluten free options if you need to know! They also have a huge cellar downstairs so the wine list in huge with thousands of bottles!

Jolene Theresa

TLDR; multiple gluten free options, accommodating staff Came here for a quick bite with friends and had a wonderful time. They were booked up but let us sit at the bar. Our bartender was very kind and let us try out some wines before we ordered. It was very cold outside but the temperature inside was complimentary: warm without having to strip layers. We ordered a few rolls and an appetizer that were all exactly as described.One of our party is gluten free (not by choice) and our bartender was very attentive to ensure that what she ordered was edible for her. We ordered a shrimp tempura roll and a rittenhouse roll while our gluten free friend enjoyed a peppered tuna roll and tuna tartare. 10/10 we will definitely go back while we are in town.

Julia Rogers