Top 25 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in Kerns, Portland

Missy Kisselman

These literally were THE BEST gluten free doughnuts we’ve ever had. My kids both have celiac disease and those were wonderful! New customers forever here🫶🏼

Olivia Davis

This is by far the best vegan and gluten free pizza I have ever had. The crust was soo fluffy and thick and soft and delicious. The cheese actually tasted like cheese. The flavors of the sauces and toppings are amazing. I’ve never been happier and I never want any other pizza again. Literally I cannot rave enough. This is the most amazing thing.

Ami Baio

Love to be able to eat vegan and gluten free at Bamboo! Highly recommend!

Sarah Richmond

A local gem and classic Portland establishment!! Great vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. Their sundaes are so tasty!!

Henry Harris

Delicious! Vegan corn pie + pepperoni was amazing. Patio seating is great, customer service is excellent. A truly unique & scrumptious pie. PLEASE NOTE: their pies are NOT gluten free.

Sara Pomeroy

Where do I begin… Absolutely the best of the best of the best!!! I have never experienced better service anywhere than I do at this shop. Everyone who works there is so kind and helpful. The owner, Melissa, is such a sweetheart — you can feel the love she puts into her handmade truffles. I love that everything is gluten free and vegan. I never have to worry about gifting to friends or clients. I have so many favorites; from the whiskey truffles to chocolate covered potato chips … can’t get enough. Oh —and the free full size samples!! I mean really!? The generosity there is beyond. Customer for life!!

Sarah Tallent

Delicious gluten free pizza, well worth the money.

Julie WA

Best patio for winter so far! Just wow. It’s like being on a magical porch in your friends yard with twinkle lights and art. Has a backyard vibe. However it’s heated and completely enclosed. Perfect for chilly, rainy or windy days. Best part is it’s dog friendly. They have two rented outdoor patios. There is a fire pit and two tables with chair backs. The rest are picnic tables. Our dog was convinced the metal fish art were friends to play with. Fantastic ambiance. Used to having to sit in the freezing cold to enjoy dinner with our dog, but not here! Don’t be intimidated by darkness of fish and chips. It’s perfectly flavored and lightly breaded and melts in your mouth with locally sourced tender rock fish. Husband also really enjoyed the burger. Lemonade was house made. They have gluten free options here too. We came on a Monday night and it had a chill vibe. Wasn’t too packed and the music was mellow and it was easy to carry on a conversation.

Elijah Steinbauer

This was a great restaurant experience. We had a group of 8 and half of us showed up early and had some cocktails on their patio. Once we were all there we asked if they could seat 8 people and they were able put something together in just a few minutes. The host and waiter were very nice and helpful. The food was amazing. Most of my group got sandwiches or tortas and they had high praise. They regrettably don't have a gluten-free torta option 😞. They did have amazing vegetarian options. I did get a bowl with carnitas and it was still super good. I will definitely eat here again.

V Rosales

So good! Their pepper bacon was delicious and their latte was perfect. They also have some decent gluten free options! And my friend, who's a bit indecisive about food, asked the waitress about her thoughts and she was able to help them make a decision that they really enjoyed! Highly, highly recommend.

lisa boehm

One of the best gluten free sandwiches in Portland. I had a Teagan with turkey and added avocado and giardiniera. A little on the messy side, but who cares. The GF bread held together really well, and I think it was placed in the griddle with a little butter. Such a nice touch. A little pricey for what feels like a super casual spot ($20 after adding GF bread) but the flavor?? Worth it. 10/10 will be back again.

Ren Prince

Truly delightful! Everything we ordered was beautifully cooked and so flavorful. I would highly recommend the espresso with sweetened condensed milk - such a tasty treat! Also had some good gluten free options.

Pam Wink

We went for coffee at Seven Virtues the other day. The coffee was delicious. Being GF and having a celiac in the family I was delighted to find out that all their house made treats were GF. The berry bar was amazing! Better than anything I’ve gotten at GEM. They do offer regular and GF bagels. The cashier was very knowledgeable and helpful about cross contamination with gluten. I think they should get a second toaster for GF bagels. I’m excited to bring along my GF/celiac family members soon.

Sarah Romaniuk

Their vegan pho and garden rolls are 10/10! I love how they prepared the tofu in the garden rolls - very unique and tasty. And the tofu in their vegan pho was literally perfect and not overcooked like it is at so many other places. They were also super accommodating of my gluten allergy, letting me know right away that the peanut sauce contains gluten and offering a delicious gluten-free sweet sauce instead. Reasonably priced for the flavors, portion sizes and friendly, attentive staff. Thank you!

Laurent Bordier

Paadee offers a variety of authentic Thai dishes, blending traditional flavors with modern twists. Here are some highlights from their menu: Popular Dishes - Papaya Salad (Som Tum Thai) - Fresh shredded papaya with peanuts, dried shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and green beans - Khao Soi - Egg noodles in a rich yellow coconut curry broth, topped with crispy wontons. Available with chicken wings or tofu - Tom Kha Gai – A comforting coconut soup with chicken, oyster mushrooms, galangal, makrut lime leaves, scallions, and cilantro - Pad Thai – Classic Thai stir-fried rice noodles with scallions, bean sprouts, egg, and crushed peanuts. Available with chicken or tofu - Duck Laab – Muscovy duck with Vietnamese coriander and fried chili - Black Cod Curry – Seared black cod in a spicy red curry with cauliflower, eggplant, cherry tomato, and basil - Vegan Massaman Curry – A flavorful plant-based curry option Dining Experience Paadee is known for its cozy atmosphere and attentive service. The food is flavorful and well-balanced, though some dishes can be spicy, so it's best to specify your heat preference. Hints: - Vegan & Gluten-Free Options: Paadee offers vegan-friendly dishes like vegan curry, noodles, and fried tofu - My wife’s favorites

Justin Tuesday

Some of my favorite smashburgers in town! They are popular so expect a line and show the staff some grace if they are short or stressed. They are great people and the food is worth it. Pop into Level for a beer while you wait. Vegan and Gluten free options as well.

Karina Miller

To call this place a hidden gem is so cliche, but it is truly hidden, and truly a gem, so what else can I say?My Korean friend said it tasted like her mom's cooking, so she felt it was very authentic, and everything I had was delicious. They also bent over backwards to accommodate my vegan, gluten-free diet. Excellent food, great service, and a lovely ambience with a small indoor seating area opening to an outdoor courtyard combine to make this a lucky find. If you can find it and get in, and you enjoy Korean food, you'll be happy you made the effort.

Dorthy Atkins

Ami Baio

Amazing food and service! All vegan with loads of gluten free options. Can’t wait for the patio to be open when the weather warms up!

Misha Garcia

The BEST Matcha I have ever had in my life, a gluten free snack that I will happily indulge in again, and a very welcoming barrista! My workmate got the "huffalump" a coffee that tastes both mature and yet magical. THIS is now my favorite coffee shop in town!!

Norman Willard

All plates were not only delicious but very pretty on the plate. Server was very nolagable about the ingredients and helped me find some gluten free alternatives that were also delicious.

Synaptic Wanderer

got the sandwich I was hoping for, thanks! there was a little bit of accidental onion on the no onion sandwich (I'm somewhat allergic to onion but didn't mention that, just said no onion) but they did wipe down the counter before making the gluten free sandwich to minimize crossover and I appreciate that. the atmosphere could have been more welcoming, there are big signs saying the bathrooms are only for paying customers, and as a disabled person it's always disappointing to see bathrooms that could be accessible to people that need them closed or put behind a paywall like that. no masks on anyone, I hardly expect it these days the way people act but it's still always disappointing

Kari Samuels

AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! I know Portland is a pizza town but this New Yorker hasn't been impressed with most spots here. I finally got around to trying this place, and it was amazing! This pizza is SO TASTY. When my husband and I took our first bite we both said, "WOW!" The crust was somehow but crispy and chewy at the same time. The sauce was super flavorful and the fresh basil was perfect. They have a cold fermented crust which is easier for people who are gluten free. Also, the staff was super friendly. I finally found my favorite pizza spot in Portland!

Matt A

Always great beer, but especially nice during the pandemic due to the large open areas and ample outdoor seating. There are even heaters for the colder days. Staff was very friendly. No gluten free burger buns if that is something your into.

Juanita Woods