Top 31 Gluten-Free French Cafés to Delight in Virginia

Rey Alexander

I had not been here in about 8 years but my brain remembered that the food was amazing. I'm now gluten free and I was impressed by the options. The food was phenomenal just like I remembered. The prices weren't as high as I remembered which was a nice treat!

Katherine Johnson

I've been going here for several years now, and the food never disappoints. This locally-owned restaurant serves healthy, delicious and carefully prepared food -- from delicious gluten-free crêpes to fresh fish. For those looking to binge eat and complain about the portion size, this is not the place to go. For those interested in a healthy, fresh, and delicious French meal however, this place is highly-recommended. It is without doubt one of the best restaurants in Old Town Alexandria.

Michelle Kooi

Fun Creperie in Richmond. When you get to the building you have to walk up the stairs and the door opens up to a main floor. The hallway you face looks like a little town. The hostess will greet you and ask what your seating prefer. They have the option of outdoor seating, there is also an upstairs floor. They have a lot of options for crepes, including nin crepe items. There are cocktails and hot drinks. I also noticed a kids menu, vegetarian and gluten free options. This trip is my first here and I ordered two crepes a savory and sweet. The savory one was the Carbonara crepe. This crepe looked fancy and tasted rich. The crepes are packed full. Personally I found it a bit too rich or salty, not sure if it was the pesto adding to an already cheesy chicken bacon filled crepe. The sweet crepe I ordered was the Tirimisu. The tirimisu crepe was decadent and delicious and very filling. Overall it was a great experience. I did find their hours a little later (most Creperies I have come across are open in the morning). At the time of this review they opened at 11 am on Saturday.

Jacqueline Hamlin

I was like how diverse can the menu be, aren’t crepes basically dessert? Then was like this is kinda pricey- guys- this place is incredible and the food is next level and the menu is awesome. I am a convert and will 100% be back- we loved it- kids menu was great- great happy hour even on weekends- gluten free crepes were so good- you guys have to try it out!

Joey Puletti

Organic ingredients bring it to the next level. Great vegan/vegetarian/gluten free options. Friendly staff.

Brittany Nelson

Great place for coffee, breakfast, lunch, or drinks with friends! The gluten free crepes are amazing! Was here last week and our server Sarah was extremely helpful. Always delicious and the service is very friendly.

Anthony Rufka

One of the best hidden gems in the area. Everything about this place is amazing, service is impeccable, staff is friendly, and their cook on their steaks is always spot on. They’ve got a separate menu for gluten free options as well.

Alexis Hopkins Hammer

We reserved one of the dining rooms for our wedding reception dinner. It was a wonderful experience! We had a great time planning and coordinating with Howard who is really helpful and knowledgeable. The food, wine, and desserts were absolutely spectacular. The restaurant is already beautiful so we only added a minimal amount of floral arrangements for an elegant dinner. Service was lovely and our Day of Coordinator worked seamlessly with Le Yaca staff to set up. We definitely recommend ordering plenty of amuse bouche. There were incredible gluten free options for all the courses. The pastry chef made us DELICIOUS cake and dessert options. I really couldn't have asked for anything better. Highly recommend Le Yaca French Restaurant for anything from a formal dinner to a casual lunch. They WILL take care of you.

Alexander Barge

Good food, friendly service. Though I don't understand why they don't have gluten free options. The Roanoke Our Daily Bread has several yummy options.

Josef Schachner

Very nice French restaurant, run by a husband & wife team. We went for the 4 course menu, or variations of it. The where very accommodating for our dietary issues (gluten ;-) , vegetarian, nuts). The food was very good, my oysters and scallops in particular excellent. The service was attentive and friendly. Would go again.

jimmy Howerton

I've been here several times for lunch and dinner, it is always astoundingly good. I have gluten sensitivity and they always accommodate me very easily and I always feel like I have a lot of options on the menu. Some stand out dishes for me are the potato cake with smoked salmon, the trout amandine, and the chocolate mousse. If you're going for dinner, the pork chop is a very solid choice, but it's hard to go wrong with basically anything. I would say the risotto is okay, maybe a little under-seasoned but I can't really find anything else to fault this place for. All of that said, it's somehow still pretty easy to just walk up and get a table on a seemingly busy night. I don't know how they do it in such a small kitchen but it's awesome. If you're looking for a high quality place to go for a lunch or dinner in a medium price range then this is the place, one of my favorites in Charlottesville after living here 5 years.

Sharon Lopez

Great atmosphere, great staff, and incredible food is what you will find at L'Opossom. A birthday dinner for my mother and we shared the Faberge Egg appetizer, followed by the unbelievably sumptuous Lump Crab Cakes, and ended with the Chocolat en Flambe dessert. If you are gluten intolerant or celiac, like my mother, this is the perfect restaurant.

Camille Cholst

We hosted over 25 relatives/friends at L'Auberge Chez Francois for a special event, and it was DREAMY. First, they made it super-easy to organize, and to chose the food, as we had meat eaters/Vegan/Celiac allergies/vegetarians, etc.... L'Auberge had tasty choices for everyone. The service was very smooth and friendly, the atmosphere quite special because - well, L'Auberge is so special! They had lovely suggestions - pianist, harpist. They made our slide-show super-easy. What is there not to love? Our guests were thrilled and so were we. And everyone agreed the food was SUPERB. Which does not happen very often in our rather picky group....

Wendy Caputo

This was my first time back since the pandemic, and it was just as delicious as I remembered. Our waiter was phenomenal - honestly, he should teach classes. He was personable, attention to detail, charming, thorough, and super knowledgeable about each plate on the menu. He was super attentive to my gluten-free needs and was able to adjust the menu without much effort. The menu was creative and thoughtful. I had the tuna tartare appetizer & my husband had the Caesar salad - both were delicious. I had the lamb duo - the loin was perfectly cooked. My husband had the halibut - overall a good presentation and solid flavor. Our other guest had the lobster dish which was creative and flavorful. The bartender presented our drinks and was also exceptional with his knowledge and personality. Definitely continues to be one of the best restaurants in the area - highly recommend.

Jennifer Whitehead

excellent food, service. Chef is amazing. Great for gluten free fine dining. special occasions, every day fare, something special. Social occasions. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

Robert Josiah Carey

Phenomenal atmosphere and service. The oyster appetizer and desserts were delicious! Entrees were 4/5 overall, tasty but not notable. Note that almost the whole menu is gluten free which is amazing! Overall a marvelous dinner experience!

Olivia Brown

Quality service and a tasty meal. I especially loved the “Floating Island” dessert. I am gluten free and they were very accommodating. They had a delicious French onion soup (that they take the crouton out) and gluten free dessert options.

M S

Amazing! I can not say enough good things. Our family met for dinner here after a funeral. The staff went out of their way to accommodate us. The ambiance is wonderful--cozy and impeccably decorated. The service was top notch. The food was delicious! (And they were able to accommodate my gluten free needs.) And the wine selection was superb. Highly recommend!

Susan W

Matt was an amazing server! I have serious gluten/dairy allergies and he brought out the chef to provide safe options. The food is absolutely fantastic and the atmosphere is as well. Highly recommend this place!

Ryan Kuchenmeister

Delicious food. Tons of gluten-free and vegetarian options.

Marcio Vieira

Food that will literally make you cry of happiness. With so much flavor, an absolutely fantastic wine selection, and such a great friendly and outgoing ambience, Fleurie is my new favorite restaurant of all time. Gluten-free choices abound too. I’d give it 6 stars if I could. Highly recommended.

ChoyaR

UPDATE: What I write is my personal review of my experience at a public location and does not represent the company I work for. What type of person stalks the customer and brings up the person’s work place and lists my entire check on their response?? This has nothing to do with my job, but the behavior of the owner which made my experience at his restaurant a horrible experience. I alone ordered those items and paid myself plus a good tip to the waitress regardless of my horrible experience. To make matters worst, his version and response of what happened are completely untrue. He made up details in a very aggressive attempt to discredit and slander our character. What type of person does that!? I was so excited to try this restaurant but left very disappointed due to the rudeness and aggressive interaction with of the owner/ manager. The food was mediocre, but the wine and the young staff were good, minus the fact that she didn’t know what gluten free meant though it’s an option on their menu. My friends made a reservation for girl’s night, we were happy to forgo our reservation and sat at an open seating since we had other friends join us. The owner approached us telling my friends and I that our friend’s acquaintance made him feel uncomfortable with no cause. He just made an assumption with no cause or reason. The acquaintance did not do anything to disturb the peace or cause any problems at a restaurant but the owner seemed to already have made up his mind about what type of person he was. He ordered a beer and hung out with our friends for a little bit. We told our friends of the owners statement and they decided to quickly finish their meals and peacefully leave altogether so the girls and I could enjoy our dinner and not be bothered by the owner. Then the owner approached us again yelling and embarrassing us “are you guys going to pay for his drink!?” We were surprised by his approach and statement because it was rude and inappropriate. Our friends had already paid for the drink on their tab. The owner didn’t check with his staff before approaching us, he just jumped to conclusions once again. At the end of our meal I approached the owner to tell him that he made our experience very uncomfortable. This place is not cheap and I alone spent $120 so I expected better from the place and my experience, specially did not expect to be harassed by him. He didn’t apologize and I told him we would never return again. I’m not complaining about the price of this place and happily paid, plus I gave the wait staff a good tip since it was not her fault how the owner behaved. He is beyond rude and I’m not the first to say it. You can see it in his very aggressive and inappropriate response. This is not the behavior of other restaurant owners in this area who know what being in hospitality means.

Katherine Hedrick

I visited the Café on a Saturday morning and despite it being quite busy, the food, drinks, and service were still wonderful. The server taking our order was very knowledgeable about food allergies and was able to recommend options for my gluten free diet (FYI - the gluten free crepes are NOT celiac-safe). There is not a lot of parking, but it is worth the walk through Old Town to get here because the ambiance is cozy and warm - perfect for a fall morning.

Tricia Carpenter

My husband and I really enjoyed our experience here. Fantastic mixed drinks--the special for the day was a refreshing paw paw drink. Our meal was really tasty and they assisted in catering to my husband's gluten-free needs. We ordered the seafood board, the goat cheese & fennel (loved that each bite had a unique explosion of flavor ranging from tart, sweet, tangy) and ended our meal with "Mr. Rech" (rich chocolate dessert served with macaron and a praline parfait) and a blueberry/cardamom parfait. The space itself is very cozy. A hidden great place to spend your evening on the downtown mall.

Amanda Reiser

Cute little restaurant in Alexandria. There is modern art deconstructed food items on the walls. There were plenty of Italian food offerings on the menu catering to different dietary restrictions and preferences from vegetarian to gluten free (although not many vegan choices). At the end of the meal they brought out a beautiful dessert tray where you get to choose the dessert you would like for the day.

Tiffany Von

Honestly, this is one of my favorite restaurants. The price is reasonable they’re very generous with their wine pores. They offer a variety of specialty cocktails that are unique and good. This is a small restaurant and it is family owned, but it is fabulous and upscale. I’ve been coming here now for at least two or three years and I’m never disappointed. The owners are always around and making sure that customers are happy. They are very personable and the portions are reasonable. One of my favorite things is the escargot. I also enjoy the variety of side salads that they have and their lamb shank is amazing. They always have a wonderful desserts and you just can’t say no to that. Trust me. I have not tried their high tea yet, but I am looking forward to taking my daughter to go. I will say that they also accommodate my gluten sensitivities and I’m very happy about that. I feel that the service is prompt. However, they don’t overcrowd you or go too fast with the courses. They also have a very reasonable five course tasting menu that you can do with or without a wine pairing. The service is excellent, and everyone is extremely personable, friendly, and happy. They go have a versatile menu for you to choose from. Thank you to the owners and staff for all you do. Perfect for a nice romantic date night or just to go out and enjoy some good food.

Matt “Lindy”

Carlos. It was all about Carlos. My flight hae been delayed a few hours and I'm actually writing this review right now sitting at a table, And he has made a really long honestly bad day the best it could possibly be with his awesome personality and kindness as well as knowledge about gluten free items and where to go next after they closed. I'm also sitting here noticing that he is going from table to table delivering the same outstanding service that he has been giving me and honestly it has made my entire afternoon he really has been going above and beyond with every single person around me. If anyone deserves praise and a raise it's Carlos because he really is that awesome and cares that much about other people if I'm ever finding myself at this airport again I know exactly where I'm going which is here and hopefully catch Carlos again working his shift absolutely great person and great employee.

Joe Parrish

Very tasty brunch with excellent service for a large group. Wait staff can modify most dishes on the menu to be gluten free. Very large portions - the omelettes supposedly have 6 eggs each!

Jeanette Schultz

Was staying in a hotel around the corner from the Grand Cru in mid-August. I was greeted warmly at the front and offered my choice of seating. They have outdoor tables, but I ate inside. Not being a wine drinker, I came for the Gluten Free food as they have many choices. I liked the salmon dinner I had the first time, so I came back again for the duck. The soups I had were fabulous as well. My attentive server Erick made sure I enjoyed my meal. If I visit Arlington again I will surely come back.

Gladys Reed

Natalie Neal

This was my first time here and I have mixed thoughts about this place. First I want to say the service and outside atmosphere were great, no complaints there. The Fleur de Lis cocktail was delicious, but unfortunately I did not like the orange wine as it was too bitter for me and I had to send it back. The Vin Blanc mussels hot pot was delicious and can easily be split by 2 to 3 people. You almost need extra bread because the broth was so delicious! Unfortunately I didn't feel that way about the filet medallions. The beef tasted old and I was not impressed with the tomatoes and potatoes or the sauce. The dessert menu looked okay, nothing really jumped out at me that I would try but I was glad they did offer a gluten-free dessert. I would still like to come back and try the different flavor mussel hot pots and try some of their ports. I will say that the Cabernet Sauvignon option by the glass was absolutely delicious, and I need to find it at Total wine.