Top 27 Gluten-Free Korean Spots to Discover in Oregon

Rachel Holland

these people know what they are doing! everything is well marked and dedicated GF fryer. kind and thoughtful staff. we make a special trip to Portland, just to get the fried chicken here.

Camryn Cox

The atmosphere was great, they have great options foe vegan and gluten free, but I noticed the food was pretty bland. There were a lot of options and it was still tasty, but didn't quote live up to the descriptions on the menu

Christina Chao

I got bugolgi beef and it was good, the bowl was big. Their miso soup is aromatic. I loved their cheese and corn, because who doesn’t love cheese and corn? First time in my life having corn tea and it’s going to be my thing from now on. So grateful this place introduced me to corn tea. Also cookie points for being gluten free so that my partner can eat here with me :)

David Yijae

Wow what can I say… hit every note of the flavors of Korean food in a fine dining manner. Nothing was over done portions were decent and prices were great! Also LOVED that it was all gluten free minus 2 items on the menu. It very well done!!

Lucy Bellville

[gluten free review]: This place has been on my list for a while - not because I heard all about it, but because I had driven by it and always wondered what it had to offer. Now, typically a Friday night is not the best time to visit a place that doesn’t take reservations, but upon arrival, we were greeted, waited in line for a few short minutes and then were seated in the bar area. (Be aware - we were just a party of 2 - families of 4-5 ppl waited around 20 min for a table). After getting seated, we took a minute to decide on our drinks and starters. The wait staff was extremely kind and patient, but didn’t leave us hanging once. We ordered the lettuce wraps as a starter along with two of the spicy cocktails (we both tried a different one). The chicken that was served with the lettuce wraps gave a crunchy kung-pao type of flavor and we ate those SO fast. We ended up both ordering the spicy street noodles - my partner got the beef and I got the ground pork per my waiter’s suggestion. We finished our meals and loved every bite start to finish!! The cocktails were absolutely banging with the spicy noodles we ordered ~ the sweet, tangy, tart, spicy flavors all melded together with the tequila for a delightful and fun experience. We’ll be back soon - but I can’t recommend coming here on a cold day to warm up with some delicious Asian fusion cuisine.

Ken Wulf

Many gluten free items clearly indicated on menu board, knowledgeable staff, food was ready fast and hot on open. Serving size was generous, and prepared to perfection. Service was friendly, all-in-all a great recurring option to switch up your otherwise stale dining routine!

Brendon Schmoll

For Asian fusion, I'd say it's not bad. I definitely had to soak my meat in the broth to give it that pork flavor in the broth. Noodles were a little hard in the ramen. It was nice they had gluten free options.

D Wood

Revising my earlier review below. Koba management contacted me and explained that they exclusively use GF Tamari sauce on the kitchen to avoid cross contamination with the non GF menu items. Only the little condiment sauces can contain wheat. Therefore the meal I'd ordered was indeed GF. The cashier was new and when she communicated with the cook there was a misunderstanding. I appreciate Kobas response and detailed explanation. It would be nice if restaurants that specify GF options train their staff to understand exactly what that entails. My rating of service stands...but my confidence in the food is restored. ******** I enjoy the food here and patronize koba grill because of their GF options. Ordered my usual GF bowl and it was promptly prepared. I asked for the GF condiment sauce...and was informed they made an error in their supply order and didn't have GF sauce. So that prompted me to ask about the bowl I was going to eat. The cook said "not gluten free". I asked for my money back and after some resistance the cashier finally handed my money back. Koba Grill was careless and irresponsible at the least. Someone with celiac disease can become very sick from ingesting gluten. I don't know if I'll ever return to this establishment.

Kim Skinner

Delicious genuine Korean food. Felt like I was eating a Korean Grandmother’s cooking. The bibimbap was excellent! Generous portion sizes means leftovers (or 2 people could easily split 1 bibimbap dish). Many menu options including ramen, vegan and gluten-free. Bring your magnifier as the print on the menu is very tiny.

Shawn Soszka

Outstandingly good fried chicken! Gluten free! The biggest challenge is that this food cart sells out of this awesome chicken. Get there early!

Nicole Davis

It was okay. Their menu mentioned gluten free options, however, the options weren't displayed clearly and when asked, the waitress couldn't really articulate to my friend what the options were. She ended up just getting a salad which was underwhelming since she didn't want to come to a Korean restaurant for a salad. The potato pancake was good and the chicken curry was also good. Not a huge place and not many drink options. I'd say eat here and drink somewhere else.

Ruby Maley

If you only eat in one place in Medford it should be Soorah. Amazing gem and Health conscious choices with delicious flavors. Great service! Highly recommend this great place. They have gluten free options. This was my first time eating Korean food. They helped me find the best option for my tastes and dietary requirements. Warm quiet joyful environment.

Lilo Alfaro

One of my fav spots for breakfast/lunch. Underrated. Great option for the gluten free gang as well. Love the staff.

Stacy Johnston

Most enjoyable, gluten and soy free for me!

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.

Amy Wuest

Kenneth Stewart

Amazing food with good sized portions! Friendly service! One of our favorite places to eat! Great gluten free menu!

Jeaux Bartlett

Good overall. It's basically the same setup and decorations as when it was Belly. One of my 2 rolls was very good (either the Oiishi or Willammette, I don't remember which was which, but it was the one with the salmon), the other was so-so. My husband said the tofu vegetable soup was OK. "It didn't taste like I thought it would, but then it grew on me," he says. I appreciated the gluten-free and vegetarian options, the real crab (not krab) and good, friendly service.

Jane Weil

Delicious Korean fried chicken, fries, sandwiches, & bi bim bap! The portions are filling, food is flavorful and has a great texture (fried chicken is always crispy & crunchy, bi bim bap had the crispy & gooey sunnyside up egg, soft rice, fresh greens, etc). My personal favorite is the chicken bi bim bap (tofu option is good too) and they can make it gluten free which is hard to find! The employees (I think owners) are so nice and helpful. Jin Dak is one of my favorite food trucks in Portland.

Gail Martin

Best Kimbap in town. Amazing service! Always willing to figure out gluten free options. Always delicious. Thank you!

Cory Davis

I ate from the Thai food cart there and it was so fantastic! A little pricey but totally worth it in flavor and friendliness. Had gluten-free options, though not directly posted so I had to ask.

Clint Kelley

I'm new to Korean food and was delighted with the authentic and delicious food. Wait staff were fantastic, friendly, and helpful. I didn't know what to order and recieved excellent suggestions. I decided on the Korean BBQ chicken and a side of rice. It was delicious and enough for two people. My wife is gluten free and allergic to garlic (crazy, I know) but our waiter was quickly able to recommend several dishes and she chose the traditional Bimbimbap. She loved it! We dined in for the first time in a long time and the restaurant did a great job of cleaning and distancing. Overall a great experience. We'll go back for sure.

Stephen Krajewski

Great food, great service, and a nice, clean establishment. They offer gluten-free entrees and sauces (extra charge), as well as healthy vegetarian options. This is one of the only restaurants in the area, but don't let that out you off, they do a very good job and it's definitely worth a visit.

Matthew Gray-Erickson

Great wait staff! Food was good, but only one gluten friendly item not labled. Large portions.

Cory Lui

Great place to get sushi! Reasonably priced. The service was awesome and they catered to wife's gluten allergy by offering gluten-free soy sauce which is unheard of for a sushi restaurant. We'll definitely be coming back!

Micah Dillard

The owner is specially making me gluten free birria ramen as we speak and I’m so happy I can’t believe the service that she went is above and beyond 😭

Elijah Steinbauer

Lots of great options. Wish they had a few more gluten-free options or ways to make their great food gluten-free. Food was ready quickly. We were able to bring our dog to their patio area.