Top 15 Gluten-Free Kid-Friendly Spots to Explore in Downtown Mall, Charlottesville

Nadav Meyer

Really nice place. A lot of gluten free options and great burgers

Jules Shepard

Nearly everything on the menu — including the chips — is gluten-free! Their new printed menu doesn’t show GF menu items though, strangely. The waiters were confused that nothing was labeled and had to go back to consult with the old menu. Great atmosphere and friendly staff.

Amy Hammond

I almost put four stars but then felt guilty. The reason being the portion sizes seem small for the price, but I'm going to add the caveat that I live in a rural area, where things are dirt cheap. So it's likely my bias. That aside, the food was great. I got a ham and brie and they had gluten free bread which is always exciting. Gluten free is well marked on the menu. overall, a nice little lunch spot.

Graham Boreham

I LOVED this place, I could eat gluten free, healthy food and enjoy the venue's lovely ambience. Due to having more free time than I had anticipated I ended up here several times, slowly becoming more familiar with the lovely staff there. I cannot recommend the cauliflower bowl, it is DELICIOUS, yes, really, I had it every time I went, it was filling and healthy, and just tasted so good. I was also able to enjoy a sweet treat with my coffee's too, which was the literal icing on the cake! The prices are very reasonable, the atmosphere was fantastic, I was able to put my laptop on and work away, watching the coming and going of customers whilst enjoying a beverage or two. Genuinely, this was the best place for food in the main street area - bravo.

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.

S P

This was such a quaint spot to stop into while browsing the Downtown Mall area of Charlottesville! It’s a little hidden and we stumbled upon it by accident, but I believe that adds to the charm of the place. It’s on the top floor so you will need to walk up steps and I didn’t see an elevator for those with mobility concerns. At the top you’re greeted by a Bedouin themed area with both table and chair seating and traditional Bedouin style seating (low tables and cushions for seats). There is also a private seating area in the back with similar Bedouin style seating and a few outdoor table/chair seats. Although it has varying tea options, there were a decent amount of food options as well. The restaurant is vegetarian with a decent number of vegan options as well. They do also have the option to add salmon to some of their dishes if you prefer meat protein. Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free options are labeled on the menu so no need for guessing. We ordered Blossoming Tea, the Smoked Salmon Sandwich with a side of Dahl, the Coconut Cardamon Cake, and the Vegan Spice Cake. First time trying dahl so for those who also haven’t tried it before, it’s made of lentils so tastes like a grainer porridge. We enjoyed the spice cake but found the Cardamon Teacake a tad dry. The Smoked Salmon Sandwich was wonderful. As a tea enthusiast this was a great visit, but this is also a must visit if you just want a cool place to take a break or if you want a cozy spot to eat. Will visit again if in town. pics via @nokesidefoodie

Peter MacDonald

Very good 8-inch subs! Sort of pricey but the quality and size justifies it for me. (If I eat a Pueblo for lunch I don’t need to eat dinner at all.) Each one comes with a mini cookie (or peppermint patty if you’re gluten free) as a post-lunch treat which is also good. They’re very prompt with online/delivery orders and if you order for a large group their bags are labeled well. It’s definitely my go-to sandwich spot in town, and an easy rec for most people!

Daniel Bickell

Best burger I’ve ever had. Me and my girlfriend got the same exact thing two days in a row because of how good it was. Good gluten free buns.

Alicorn Collective

Very nice atmosphere for a comfortable dinner with my two children and husband. Food was fresh, good quality, and well seasoned. The staff was very friendly, and it’s a really nice refuge from the downtown Charlottesville. Hummus was re absolutely delicious, and so is the falafel. Gluten Free

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.

Lior Seidel

Miriah Dudley

This place was great! My first time being there and the two ladies behind the counter were so nice and polite! I created my own bowl and I am so pleased with the amount of gluten-free and vegan options. My dish was amazing, their green tea with chia seeds was also very delightful. New favorite lunch spot!!

Peter Wolton

Good selection of Indian dishes with vegan options marked on the menu. Can accommodate gluten free as well.

Mike Silverman

My wife and I ate here tonight and it was really good. We ordered a salad, antipasto, and a gluten free pizza. Everything was excellent and the gluten free pizza was probably the best gluten free pizza I’ve had. The hostess and waitress were both really nice and we really enjoyed our meal so we will definitely come back again.

jimmy Howerton

This place is a hidden gem, fantastic homemade food for absurdly low prices. The food came out fast and the staff were awesome as well, just an all around great experience. I've been here a few times now and it never disappoints, especially in terms of gluten free options since most items on the menu use corn instead of wheat flour. Try their taquitos or gorditas, then for dessert get some coconut flan. You really can't go wrong here.