Top 40 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in El Cajon

M OW

First time visiting Crafted Greens, choosing it because of the 4.8 Google rating & it was SPECTACULAR! We came after church & Nora (the owner) greeted us & walked us through the menu. Prices were extremely, because the portions are large/shareable. The ingredients are fresh, organically sourced & tasty. Menu is very comprehensive: many vegetarian options, soup, entree salads, sandwiches, plates & the addition of wagyu burger -- omg-- GET THE BURGER!! Many options to cut gluten, calories & all tasty! After a delicious "sampler" appetizer (beet salad, hummus, quinoa tables & homemade chips) -- which filled me up-- came the Mediterranean chicken salad, Ahi nicsoie salad & steak + pesto/aoli sandwich & a cheeseburger to go (which 1/2 was eaten before leaving!). All were delicious, well plated, perfect temp & generous! The desserts in the case were calling, cuz they looked absolutely glorious, but we were full & taking leftovers home already! Next time-- which will be soon-- sharing a meal will be the move so there's room to try a sweet treat! Bravo, Nora & her team of happy servers & chefs! We're spreading the word & will be back!

Estie Anna Ninon

EXCELLENT Food, Customer Service & Ambiance! They have the most DELICIOUS Gluten Free Pizza that I've EVER eaten... NO Joke! Also some of the BEST Italian Food. The Waiter/Manager was attentive, friendly & efficient. DEFINITELY my new FAV! They also have outdoor dining.

Tina McIntire

Great food and great customer service. Lettuce wrap, grilled onions, gluten free double cheeseburger.

Kim Clark

They have very good employees that are very careful with gluten free food they have good gluten free bread. I would recommend them for Celiac people.

Kim Clark

Delicious and they offer gluten free and have a very delicious GF dessert

Maria Flores

Exploring and craving Italian food, I came across this location which has great reviews. Upon arrival plenty of parking , mid day place was empty with no wait time. Place is nice and clean and open with outside and indoor dining, I liked their gluten free options but disappointed because no bread is available to order during lunch hours only dinner and I love to enjoy my pasta with bread. I ordered the penne Michelangelo gluten free pasta, sauce was bland little oily and the pasta was cooked well. The order of the fettuccine cartoccio had several sea food, sauce also oily and the calamari was inconsistent with some under or overcooked. Lastly was the grande lasagna bolognese and it was overstuffed with ricotta cheese overpowering everything and a little oily as well. Not sure if its a place I would come back to but was disappointed with the oily, bland sauces and the no bread with pasta.

Daniel Gums

5 STAR - B E C A U S E of their Gluten-Free pizza! Never have we had it anywhere better! Most of the time at other places it's a cookie cut 10 inch pie that is always hard and such. NOT HERE! Great pizza... Get it White Pizza style. No red sauce. Or at least try it once. Delish! They know how to greet you and leave you with a amile! 🍕🍽💯 UPDATE: It's too bad you cannot give a review for every visit! 5 Stars x 1,000!!!!

Lyn W

Great service and knowledgeable staff on celiac.

Amanda

So ima going based off my previous experience and now. My family loves this place. Everything on the menu they love. Unfortunately now I can only eat foods that are gluten free :( . But before that I’m a fan of the French fries and you can load them up with meat and cheese and the beef ribs are very good. But the one thing about the ribs is that you gotta go early since they only make a certain amount per day . This time around I only got beef ribs and it was good in my tummy lol . they also have a play area for the kids along with a live music.

Mariah

I got gluten free and i am sick. I wrote specific instructions and they did not follow them. If i could give this company negative reviews i sure would!!! I will never eat at any locations for thia company ever again!

Jay Bones

Service here is prompt and friendly. They always remember that I need gluten-free soy sauce. Food is very good quality and fresh. I Regularly eat here.

Connie S Owens

I love the food here, got hooked on Rubios Tacos in 1999. Cannot have the tacos any more, no gluten for me. But the bowls are terrific. I order without rice. They see to it it is made just right and no rice. :) Very pleased. My once a month treat to me. Now if they would forgo soy and gluten. :) May be add sprouted rice.

Teri B

It’s not on the menu but they usually have Gluten Free bread for sandwiches, toast, and French Toast, plus GF waffles. Great service and Get the Peach Iced Tea! 😍

Christopher Pruitt

Shelly Delsing

We were seated at a dirty table. Restaurant cleanliness, wait staff service and food safety are substandard as usual. It's like a Denny's standard to be this bad nation wide.There are no gluten free options because everything is cross contaminated. My mouth is swollen and I'm hacking up phlegm. Asked for decaf and it smelled sour. We asked for separate checks, didn't get it. Asked for crispy hashbrowns, didn't get it. Every trip to Dennys reminds me why I don't eat here and neither should you.

Matthew Guillory

We absolutely love Roger’s Pizzerolo Italian Grill! Every time we visit, we order the chicken fettuccine and their gluten-free pizza, and both are consistently outstanding. The chicken fettuccine is rich and creamy with perfectly cooked pasta and tender chicken that melts in your mouth. Their gluten-free pizza is a game-changer—crispy crust, fresh toppings, and bursting with flavor. The quality of the food and the care they put into accommodating dietary preferences make this spot a true gem. Whether dining in or taking out, Roger’s never disappoints. Highly recommend!

PrudentGrace

My favorite Broken Yolk by far .... staff is always friendly and attentive, not to mention the great food including their gluten free pancakes ! I enjoyed the Green Chilaquiles and eggs this morning. Yummy 😋

Alfredo Nicasio

Was not expecting this in El Cajon. Great food and a huge diversity of ears Vegan, gluten free and meat Flavorful as well.

Xochiquetzal Figueroa

This place was great! The pizzas were delicious and they had a gluten free crust which is hard to find at most pizza places. The owners and/ or workers really went above and beyond with their service. They were incredibly nice. I will definitely be a returning customer!

Sandy

Love the gluten free options!!! So good!!!

Tanya Charles

Coffee is always great, and the gluten free muffins also have great flavor. The people In the drive through window are always happy and friendly.

Francia Pinillos

Who knew the ihop had gluten free pancakes? They were delicious!!

Laura Whitehouse

Testo Pepesto is my FAVORITE Italian place. I can’t recommend it enough. It’s a great place for date night and it’s decorated so cute! Also they have a huge gluten free menu and I’ve never been disappointed.

Therese Yang

I enjoyed the gluten free Sea bass. The fish and chips were excellent- crunchy. Service friendly.

Kaylee

Really good i got the grilled fish tacos. Waiter double checked that it said corn tortillas because I have celiac and require a gluten free diet. Cod melted in my mouth and food was the perfect temperature. It all tasted so fresh. All waiters and servers were very kind. Chill environment and comfy seating

Jessica Ealson

Great service. Very accommodating to dietary needs. Gluten free pizza crust and pasta available.

Jim Cunningham

This place really understands those % of a % of us who have Celiac disease and MUST have gluten free food. They boil the GF pasta in a separate pan, etc. The waitresses understand gluten-free and tip you off if you make a mistake. Love this place!

Mz Shaunda C

The owner is a good and fair man. Salads are great and have a great price. I finally tried the gluten-free pizza, and you can make it how you want it. I had alfredo sauce, chicken, and bacon. It was a little expensive but it was good. This makes me believe the regular pizzas are just as good. He has a tone of amazing dishes like different mac and cheese flavors that I wish I could eat, but I have a gluten sensitivity. And the owner remembers my name. I love this place.

Igal Stolpner

Great pizza, both the regular and the gluten free one. Highly recommended if you're around.

Lior Gonda

Pretty standard bagel cafe. I loved they had gluten free bagels (plain and whole grain) and plenty of cream cheeses and filling options. I tried the smoked salmon scrambled (breakfast) and it was delicious. The pineapple juice was ok. I think next time I'll try the freshly squeezed orange juice instead.

B Howe

Very popular for many years in different parts of San Diego, and with good reason. Great service and delicious food. Good cauliflower crust for my gluten-free family member, and chicken marsala was a hit with the others.

tiff jean

Amazing place and the food was soooo good! In my family we have someone who is a vegetarian and gluten free,this is the first place that we found where can all find something eat! The staff is so amazing also! Never an empty glass!

Mike Barrett

i;ve been ordering from here for years, ever since Grandstand Pizza turned into garbage. But today was a bummer. I ordered my usual large pep, sausage, and it was garbage. The reason why? The phone gal spiced up my pizza by making it gluten free by accident. Gluten free is garbage. And they charge $8 extra for that. The pizza quality? Its thin and looks burnt on the bottom. Just like a Dominos pizza. OMG NEW REVIEW!! I dont hold grudges and ordered again from NY GIANT PIZZA. When I called, I made sure they understood this is NOT to be Gluten free pizza. came out PERFECT. Terrific pizza and outstanding anti pasto salad. It aint burnt on the bottom. OMG.I need another slice

kathe welch

Incredible place. Excellent food and service. We have gluten and dairy allergies and that was not a problem. We were visiting the area for about a week and after discovering this place, we just let them feed us for about half our meals.

Therese Yang

Gluten-free options. Great steak. Nice salad. Everyone was happy.

Katherine Fitzpatrick

Got gluten free cheese with mushrooms- amazing pizza. Cheap for gluten free too, amazing flavor, good mouth feel. Makes me stomach very happy. The cheese is very good. Crust is delish.

Eugene Kennedy

Christopher Smith

We really enjoyed the cauliflower gluten free pizza. The kids loved the regular cheese and pepperoni. We will be coming back for sure

Lena Jackson

The service and quality here is amazing They have gluten and dairy free options

Rose Lynch