Top 40 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in Ellicott City

Lydia Alcock

So friendly, cozy, and gluten-free accommodating! I got delicious sweet potato fries, a yummy grilled sandwich, and gf chocolate chip cookies. Not to mention a tasty latte. Often gluten free sandwiches come ridiculously small because the bread is tiny. Here, they give you two sandwiches to make it a normal sized meal, and the bread was delish.

John Saguto

This was a fantastic surprise. So many Gluten free options, everything is baked on premises, service was truly above expectations. Looking forward to going back for another breakfast!

Kimberley Debus

We always like the food, but I want to note that Edwin is such a great waiter! Kind, thoughtful, efficient, and friendly. Thanks for a great breakfast! One thing - I wish there were gluten-free bread options.

Terrie Potts

Awesome gluten free options!!

Janna Keenan

What a cozy, cool cafe. My girlfriends and I grab breakfast and lunch here often. Fabulous food! Flaky crusted daily quiche packed with flavor at a very good price of $10 fans it is enough fir 2 people). freshly made avocado toast. Best ever chicken salad ( pecans,!). Delectable crepes ( savory and sweet), muffins, sugar cookies. You name it. Lots of table seating. Bar stools. Outdoor seating in ice weather. Large selection of teas and coffees. May vegetarian and gluten free options. Cool gifts and mugs.

Yolanda Fraction

Phenomenal in every single way. I love the consistent high quality of the food. The buckwheat crepes are my favorite as I have a gluten sensitivity and dairy allergy. I love that the manager/owner is so “hands on” with his cafe. It’s very close to the Patapsco park so it’s great to go here before hiking. Really great dining experience in an age where great quality restaurant food is hard to find, everything is homemade and delicious.

Tee Cole

The gluten-free pizza is great! I've been back 3 times just for that!

Charlee Bussey

my favorite sushi place in the area! so many good roll options. their cocktails are also always amazing. we got their hibachi recently and that was really good too. vegan, vegetarian, and gluten friendly.

Michelle Watson

We love Glory days because of it's extensive menu and delicious food. It is a place that has a gluten free menu that really makes it so there is something for everyone in our family.

Kris Singleton

Best BBQ in the DMV. All the meats are great. Easy to eat gluten-free except (needlessly) for the cornbread. C'MON MISSION BBQ, it's *corn* bread, cut the gluten.Try the smoked turkey and the brisket (moist, NOT the lean, that gets dry). Friendly folks at ALL positions.

Ashleigh Konigsberg

Alex was super nice. Really made my husband and I comfortable. I loved my gluten free ramen with veggie broth. We can’t wait to come back

Haley Lower

Love their pizza! The gluten free crust has good texture and taste (and is potato free!!!!) Literally cried. So good. And they’re nice.

BreeAnne C

I didn't specifically rate the food, because it turns out I can't eat most of it and it doesn't seem fair to give them a low rating just because of my own sensitivities. My date had a lamb dish that he said was "fine". Given that this was our first time trying Ethiopian food, he wasn't sure if he wasn't a huge fan of the specific cuisine or that specific dish. The vegan samosas were much spicier than anticipated, and the gluten free injera was extremely tangy compared to the regular injera (to the point that I really didn't like it but again that could be just me, but my date wasn't a fan either). Service was good. Drinks were a bit slow to come out, but there was only one person working the customer side and she was serving restaurant customers as well as checking out grocery customers, so I think the slower service was due to her being stretched thin rather than inattention or lack of customer care. The two of us probably won't be back, but only because this food is not really our thing. If you like Ethiopian food, it's probably a great place.

Kaitlyn Saval

Loved the atmosphere of this place & the food & coffees were amazing! The multiple vegan and gluten free options made me very happy. Will definitely be going back.

D Hahn

Good service, mediocre food. The staff were very attentive and kind. The menu & staff showed that they understood gluten free dishes; however, the dishes weren't quite as flavorful as other Thai restaurants. Given that the restaurant is tucked away in a shopping center with an Asian market, I expected more.

Barbara Maley

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We loved our evening at Carrabba's. Eileen our server was spot on in every way. I am an old server and always appreciate good service! It was my husband's birthday as well and she was attentive to him and making it special. Also the manager was visible and checked on us. I have a gluten allergy too. All around great! THANK YOU! (Ellicott City MD Carrabba's)

Kyle Stoltz

Entitlement with no taste. Food was heavily salted and the garlic mash potatoes tasted only of garlic. No balance in the pallete. I was intrigued but let down by the blandness of the street corn. French onion soup, salty and plain. Garlic and cheese broccoli plain and salty. I will say we didnt have the opportunity to order an entree because we went to eat somewhere else. However, (Cody) the server was very polite. We sat down outside, the manager (Older Women) acted appalled we didn't have a reservation LOL... the other hostess (Dark curly hair) was expentionally kind. The rest of the staff I interacted with seemed entitled Decent amount of gluten free options for appetizers, but not as many for entrées. (This is why we left) Place seems like it's designed for older wealthy people to feel good while they over pay for their meal that tasted like it was made in a microwave oven. For ... sakes a woman across from me dropped a fork and wait for the server to pick it up... My brother is a classically trained French cuisine chef, and I am by no means comparing the food to his, but if I did I wouldn't ever step in this place again.

stef masser

Amazing food, delicious margs, great atmosphere. Very accommodating of a member of our group with celiac disease.

Janie Cho

Kris D

The food was excellent and provided gluten and dairy free options. The wait staff was amazing, attentive and very polite. I will definitely come back again!

Kristina Peles

Gluten Free food options available

Vi Bui

Went here to get some work done and was pleasantly surprised! Their waffles are gluten free but more of a banana bread than a typical Belgian. They also had a gluten-free red velvet cake in the case that I look forward to trying one day. Plus they have açaí bowls! I will definitely be coming back as gluten free cafes are so hard to come by.

Terrie Potts

Great gluten free options. Good was great. Nice deck out back.

Gibson Pet Sitting LLC

Dog-friendly with gluten free and vegan options!

Rachel Strittmatter

I am on a very particular diet at the moment for health reasons and called to see if they had gluten free bread. They did! The associate informed me it would be a small up charge but that was just fine with me. Regretfully, I didn’t get his name, but he was so sweet and remembered me when I came in to order. I was also asked if I had any additional allergies. Lovely bunch and I’m so happy to have options!

Danny Miller

I have always enjoyed Bella Mia and am a frequent visitor. Their pizza is good and they have gluten free options.

Christopher Castellano

Ice Cream: allergy friendly selection (gluten free, dairy free, corn free, rice free) is tasty and great! It is a bit pricey, but so good!

Stephanie Yankaskas

Our go-to pizza place - they’re super fast and the pizza is delicious! They also have good gluten free options.

Deb Zgraggen

Great Cadillac margaritas! Gluten free options as well. Juanita is wonderful at the bar

Laura Cannon

I've been here several times and always had a lovely experience. We went there this week to celebrate a big birthday and sitting on the patio was an extra special treat. The atmosphere is wonderful, the staff was very friendly. The gnocchi was homemade and incredible! Highly recommend. It also had some great Gluten Free options, including Gluten Free Pizza. Even though it is upscale it was not awkward to have kids with us. Good for families too!

Eric Sadler

This location does not know gluten free procedure. The employees look at you like your speaking a foreign language when you say this order is for someone with a gluten allergy. The employees also have an attitude the entire time they’re making a gluten free order. The staff is also extremely slow. On top of all this, they are always out of something. This review is not based on one trip, but many and is an overall snapshot of this location.

Nicki Quigley

Yummy new food spot with lots of healthy choices and accommodating items for dietary restrictions (vegetarian/gluten-free options/etc). I tried a little bit of nearly everything on the menu and these were my favorites: paneer, wings, corn, the mixed light and dark half chicken, rice bowl, and the seasoning on the fries is amazing! Aside from the amazing food the place is very clean and open. The tables are spread out and not shoe-horned in to capacity, the bathrooms are really clean, and the staff is very friendly. Great overall new spot!

Jill

Food was excellent! Super authentic. Huge menu, lots of great choices. They can even accommodate gluten sensitive customers. Nice ambiance, great decor.

Maria Pitsoulakis

One of the best bubble teas in Howard county! I’m so happy I was able to be accommodated for my gluten and dairy allergy. The staff were super knowledgeable about what I could possibly get. I will definitely be coming back!

Laura Cannon

I have been coming here for years and have also used their catering on a few occasions. It is delicious Italian Food and the service is great. They do have a few gluten free options as well. But if you indulge in gluten - try the "cheese bread" appetizer - it is garlicy and delicious!! I go there sometimes just to get this as a takeout item. They have nice specials too. You can also make reservations here which is really nice. Just be forewarned that they close a little on the early side - or at least earlier than most restaurants.

Brannin Clark

Love the gluten free options

sneha a

AWESOME!!! ! Very well illuminated. Bright, lively and chirpy atmosphere. Family and friends, formal, informal or even just to have a casual meal Highly recommended👍👍👍 Food is Yummy!!!😋😋😋! The portions are huge and more than sufficient per person. In fact, we had to carry back 2 boxes home😃Great options for vegetarians and non-vegetarians. They do have vegan as well as gluten free options which is great. Very helpful staff to help navigate first time diners. Just a request, Please🙏 offer vegan or atleast vegetarian dessert options. Food is incomplete without dessert for foodies like me and I'm certain most of us love to end it with a sweet dish.🍧 And Finally, the most important factor of all for me personally, and no offense to anyone, the Service. Absolutely Amazing!!! 'Service with a Smile 😊' should be their Tag Line! It is truly befitting them. Thank you for an Awesome Evening!!!🥰 Keep up the good work⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sneha.

Gwendolyn Williams-Abrams

We have gluten and dairy allergies, and the waitstaff at Ernesto’s is very helpful and knowledgeable.

Eric Henning

Amazing homemade gourmet food in a family-owned bistro. I met the chef at an event he catered, and was impressed by his food and his friendly attitude. I came and had a quiet, delicious lunch on a quiet day and really enjoyed it. My next visit was during the Wizarding Weekend, which found Old Town Ellicott City overrun with Harry Potter®️ fans. Cozy’s was jammed, with a line out the door, but they gamely soldiered on and got food out as quickly as they could. Everything I’ve had there has been excellent from omelettes, to hamburgers, to salads, to their homemade macaroons. I also have a gluten allergy, and have had no trouble eating at Cozy’s. They seem located a little out of the way, right at the bottom of Old Town, just before the bridge, but they are next to the best parking area. I plan to return often. Highly recommended!