Top 26 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in Hillcrest, San Diego

Kaelie Rose

Their baked goods are amazing!!! I visit everytime I am in San Diego

Walt Dolinski

All I remember of Ike's is that I will be there to try all their sandwiches. Very tasty. They are all named after famous people. I believe I will get the Steve Jobs sandwich. Vegan and gluten free! Plus Very reasonable prices for the quality you get. Peace-Walt.

Kyra

The service was lovely and as someone with coeliac disease, I felt very safe eating here (the server let me know that the original owner’s wife is celiac, and so that made me feel like they would have a good understanding of cross-contamination). The eggs and hashbrowns were just OK and the chicken sausage and the pancake that I had were pretty good.

makenna hopwood

the sandwiches are delicious, staff is so so nice, and they have multiple gluten free options. big fan!

Blaine Jester

Update: bumped 4 to 5 stars after reflecting how much I'll miss Cali-O as I move elsewhere Original: This place is one of my go to spots living in NP. It's on the pricier side, but I really think it's reflected in the taste because the ingredients are quite good. The beef is the star and if you get a fancy burger, it will be overshadowed by the extra stuff. I get the GF bun and sweet potato fries and have never had any feeling of gluten contamination!

Uthkarsh Nagendra

We had an amazing dine-in experience and food was simply exquisite and delightful. Coming from Bay Area, it’s really hard to find a place with such amazing taste and a cafe that is Thai and Vegan. The host was very welcoming and took into consideration of making all our dishes Gluten-Free. To-Go dish was perfectly wrapped as well with a foil inside a compostable container to retain the contents warm while not making the container soggy. Food - 6/5 Price - Nominal Ambience - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Would love to return here anytime of the year!

Robin K.

Had a great time there. Gluten free Ramen.... First time I have gotten to have it in at least 30 years... Well since being diagnosed with Celiac Disease. They were very nice folks working there. Service was great and food good. Good atmosphere...reminded me a little of when I lived in Japan.

Rick Gonzalez

Great spot! Will be returning soon.

karen koronko

We just had breakfast here. Searched on line for a gluten free restaurant and this was recommended. Our waitress Alex’s service was very good and she made sure the order was gluten free for a celiac and the food was very good. The gluten food was also very good. Great little restaurant.

Matt Stewart

I cannot say enough good things about this cafe. The owners are the kindest and provide excellent service. You cannot go wrong on this menu. Avocado toast, acai bowl, egg 'n biscuit, variety of pastries (including gluten free), all delicious! The atmosphere is so calming. You are under the hotel but still get fresh air and a nice breeze. So happy to have Gooseberries in the neighborhood!

Stacey Flores

Pizza was delicious. The gluten free pizza was extraordinary! The people working were kind and friendly. The atmosphere is amazing!

Taylor Skibinski

The best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had!!!

Beatriz Williamson

The waitress, Cristina, (other than addressing an older woman, as “Hon”), I thought was excellent! She was attentive, personable & paid great attention to my request for no msg (it gives me migraines) nor gluten (i have celiac). My reason for the very low rating on the food is because when my stir fry veggies with golden tofu was served within approximately 4 mins, i was very suspicious and told Cristina so. Truth be told, it looked like it had been sitting awhile. I was assured that there had been a large order so extra have been cooked which is why it came out so fast. Approximately two minutes later. Cristina came back out and said “Don’t take a bite”, it’s not gluten free. (of which i had taken exactly one bite). A new plate was brought. I wish i would have taken s picture of it because, for $17.00, you get a huge amount of rice noodles, and a rather small dinner entrée. The flavor was not bad, I’d give it a 5, on a 1-10. But what prompted me to write a review is that i was awakened with a headache. The only time i get headaches, is when i either consume gluten, or msg. I am certain my entrée had one or the other, so was pretty upset. As it was, i was not planning on going back because you don’t get much value for your money. Matter of fact, i had told Cristina i was still hungry afterward. (And im a small woman weighing only 102lbs). I surely hope Asian Bistro changes their ways. Thank you.

Raquel Lohmann

Awesome spot! Delicious coffees, gluten free options. People are nice but a bit robotic. No plugs, so come fully charged. Great seating and space!

Leah Humphrey

Gluten free and vegan options!! Their pad see ew is so good. I’ve eaten here multiple times and absolutely love the food.

Lexi Bellows

STAFF MADE FUN OF ME AND MY FOOD ALLERGIES. STAFF MADE WRONG ORDER TWICE WITH NO APOLOGY OR DISCOUNT OFFERED. STAFF RAISED VOICES AT US IN A RUDE AND AGGRESSIVE MANNER. I was a big Burger Lounge fan! As someone with a lot of food issues, Crohn's Disease, this place has always been a safe place to eat. Not anymore! I was there today June 21 around 3:30. I gave my order at the front, which is a little un conventional, im allergic to bread and lettuce so I just asked for a turkey burger with no cheese, no bread, and no lettuce. The person taking my order immediately walked over to another worker, whispered in her ear, and then they both looked at me and started laughing and whispering while looking directly at me, and I heard them talking about my order. I approached saying I have allergies to gluten, dairy, and lettuce and thats why my order is weird. They laughed again and continued whispering. Made me feel stupid, small, and belittled. They brought out a beef burger but Im allergic to beef! My friend went back inside and reorderd for me and reminded them: no cheese, no bread, no lettuce, turkey burger. A new staff member brought me a turkey burger with cheese. When I expaliend that I cannot eat cheese, this staff member was MEAN. Her response was "well I guess you didnt tell the people up front then." and then rolled her eyes. We explained that we did tell them, and this was the 2nd time the order was wrong. She grabbed it angirly from me and walked to the door. She started RAISING HER VOICE LOUD at us that we msut have not said no cheese. Then she states the manager would come and talk to us. Manager never showed. They BROUGH the right food and we left. I did NOT feel comfy speaking to a manager considering how RUDE and DISRESPECTFUL all the other staff members were.

Sofia Sanuni

Super great ramen! Has gluten free options! The personal is super nice :)

Sofia Sanuni

Love this placeeeeeee has gluten free pancakes they are so gooood! Highliy recommend :)

Amy Wise

Love them, love this place. Such a great neighborhood spot. They also have gluten free noodles. Sit outside and watch the sunset.

Marcos Rodriguez

The service is amazing, the food is really good there are a lot of different plates of pasta to choose from and they even have dairy and gluten free plates! I really recommend to try the tortellini pasta.

Jennifer Clark

Nothing fancy but great service and good food. My son was thrilled that the weekend special was eggs Benedict. Seemed like most of the customers were locals. The strawberry rhubarb jam was amazing and they even had gluten free toast on the menu! Would def go back!

M. Frankie C

Always an enjoyable dining experience. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and attentive while letting you enjoy your meal without much interruption. The rolls are flavorful, fresh, and portions always balanced well. A favorite go to restaurant to satisfy my sushi cravings 🍣 Lots of gluten-free items

Zel

Gluten free Mediterranean heaven! Everything on the menu can be made Gluten Free! I tried the Cocktail flatbread/pizza and it was excellent! Stoked to try their Gyro Wrap next!

East Valley Momma

Love all the gluten free options. We were pleased to find out kids eat free during the week.

Dillon Carlyon

I had a really excellent lunch here. I feel like the quality is very high, yet the pricing is also more than reasonable. They have gluten free penne pasta too. I'm definitely coming back!

Jaroslav Mandik

Very traditional Japanese noodle and sushi eatery. The decorations and seating could be much better. However the staff was very friendly and accommodated our special (gluten free) food requirements. I highly recommend this place.