Top 50 Gluten-Free Lunch Spots to Enjoy in Palm Springs

Jacob Peacock

We needed an early lunch for the road, so got take out here. I ordered the lasagna and it was not good at all in my opinion. First, it looked gray and flat. I promise I took that picture in the sun and tried to make it look as good as possible. Second, it was small, especially for $20: there were only two layers of pasta, so it wasn't thick, and it wasn't that large a slice. Third, it tasted about as good as it looked. (I didn't realize it was gluten free, but that's probably why the pasta was especially disappointing.) I will say the biscuits and gravy were redeeming (despite being not a great take-out food). The root vegetable hash tofu scramble was bland: I suspect the tofu was flavored only with a bit of turmeric and salt, perhaps. We added two packets of cholula and then added salsa to give it some flavor.

Grace B

Really good

William Wilson

What an absolute treat. They even have gluten free crepes! I highly recommend it.

Stephanie Roush

Gluten free options galore! Vegetarian also. We loved the food and our server, Kaitlin, was hilarious and made our time there amazing. We wish we had eaten all of our meals here on our trip.

Em Siegel

Fantastic service, good food and drinks but the atmosphere left a bit to be desired. I came here with a group of 9 people, and we were seated in the back room where I guess they put the bigger groups. The smaller front room with the bar seemed like way more of a vibe with the lighting, decor and music but the back room was kind of big and boring with bright overhead lighting. The food wasn't mind blowing but it was totally solid and I was very pleased with the number of gluten free options and the staff's knowledge and detail about cross contamination, ensuring that I would be safe to eat here as a person with celiac disease. The highlights were the amazing gluten free churros (!!!) and our wonderful server. If you're with a big group, they can definitely support that but I hope they can improve the vibes of that back space. I would come back, maybe with a smaller group, and sit in the more vibey front bar area and honestly I'd come back just for the churros they were so good!

Maria S

Enjoyed a lovely breakfast on the terrace. They sat us quickly. The server was busy and friendly. What I loved was their gluten free options.

Karitsa Patel

This was the best cooked blaze pizza I've ever had. They were also very careful with gluten allergy protocol.

Paul Patton

4/16/25: dinner with a friend. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we lost track of time. We started the evening sitting outside, but the gusty wind drove us inside to a beautiful table by the window. The staff made this transition very smooth despite it being a busy day at the restaurant. My friend claimed that her drink was excellent although a bit on the strong side. I enjoyed the gluten-free chicken masala and she said that the happy hour hamburger, which she had on a gluten-free bun, was excellent. Our total for dinner for two, with shared brussel sprouts as an appetizer, and the one cocktail was about $76 before tip.

Ashley Trousdell

The gluten-free pizza was wonderful!

Jessica L. Pishney

Gluten free options for many things. Ask for bread or English muffin GF substitute. Yummy drinks. Great atmosphere. One of our favorite places!

Paul Patton

4/16/25: breakfast with a friend. The outdoor seating area in this restaurant is borderline magical. Somehow, even though dozens of people are seated in this small space, it still felt like it was just the two of us. If the service was spotty, and the food just okay, the atmosphere would still somehow make this place excellent. But good news! The service is 4 out of 5 stars, and the food is scrumptious. There seems to be a small army of servers who somehow danced around the tight space, keeping water glasses full and checking on diners. I enjoyed a gluten-free omelette that surprisingly came with some regular bread. The server happily replaced it with gluten-free bread quickly. I also enjoyed French press coffee. This is a busy restaurant, but I give them props for developing an efficient system regarding the waitlist and notification when the table is ready. They suggested a 35 minute wait, but it ended up being like 15. My tip is to not be afraid of a long line. You will probably be seated quickly, and a short wait is definitely worth it.

Verky

They have the most delicious looking cakes here! I couldn’t choose what flavor I wanted immediately because everything looked so good. I ended up getting the lemon dome cake, which had amazing whipped frosting. I heard their chocolate cakes were very popular. They also have gluten free options here.

Valerie Butterbredt-Barron

WOW! This place exceeded expectations. I was nervous because we had a party of 11(8 adults and 3 children). They don't accept reservations but we were sat instantly at 6pm. This is a great location for people looking to have separate checks and order when you are ready. They are organized and efficient. We ordered the food and it came out in less than 10 minutes. My family ordered nacho fries, fajitas (half chicken/half asada), wings, and 4 on the rocks margaritas flight. It was $105 all together but worth every penny. Presentation, quality of food, and atmosphere were exceeded expectations. We sat with our party on the patio table 1 and 3. Our whole party had fun. They had two mix ups with some of our parties food due to misunderstandings. One person is gluten intolerant and was able to order but got there food in delay. I didn't get any food pictures because the kids were hungry but the portions are not small. I recommend the flights.

Ami Baio

My last trip to Palm Springs I ate here three times in four days because I’m obsessed. I’m vegan and gluten free and everyone was kind, thoughtful, and helpful. Thank you so very much! I can’t wait to visit again!

Al Hodgins

We brought friends from the other end of the valley to Giuseppe’s as we have been there many times before and never been disappointed. Tonight was quite different. Our waitress took our order for a single Diet Pepsi but apparently there was an equipment issue but “service would be restored shortly”. Two more requests before the Pepsi actually arrived although other guests around us received their mixed drinks without delay. Bread was offered but only appeared with a second request. Meals came and the first 3 of 4 came together and were correct although there was some initial uncertainty about one of the dishes being gluten free. My wife left the table to ensure our guests were in receipt of the correct pasta. While our guests received generous portions that they were unable to finish, my meal, the veal Picata was skimpy with three small strips of veal, and a very small portion of pasta. It felt like Shrinkflation had come to Giuseppe’s. The first 3 dishes were piping hot, mine had clearly been sitting waiting for the other 3. The waitress did not return to our table until we were more than half way through our dinners. A tip was left in spite of our experience but we did leave disappointed. 😔

Kazzandra Paz

The food here was absolutely delicious, especially the yellow curry and its gluten-free.

Maddie B

nothing better than the combination of my two favorite things, tennis & sandwiches!! plus they have gluten free bread! you cannot miss this place - it's amazing! I had the djokovic on gluten free bread and will be back soon

Benjamin Franke (Solstice Son)

Sammy G’s was quite a fancy looking spot although when I went everything seemed to be in some defunct stage, waiting for parties later on. My guests were sat on a patio lined with cheesy St Patrick’s day decorations and I sipped on a “Blue Lady” while contemplating the cultural meaning of the giant blow-up rainbow flowing into a pot of gold lined with shamrocks, towering above our table. Surrounding us on all the lamp posts were tasteless metallic green four leaf clovers with confetti script cheering on the event. These symbols mean next to nothing to me or anyone else out here, nor is Sammy’s culturally related to the Irish whatsoever. It’s seems to be just weirdly branded nonsense reason to drink a lot at this point. Does anyone even know who Saint Patrick was? For one, Saint Patrick wasn’t even named Patrick. His name was Maewyn Succat and he was a Christian missionary who brought religion to the Irish pagans. He effectively brainwashed a culture of beautiful pagan beliefs just as Christian missionaries did to most nearly every culture on this planet. And legend has it that he did so by teaching the Holy Trinity using a 3 leaf clover. Notice all the celebratory symbolism on this fake holiday represents 4 leaf clovers, leprechauns, rainbows, and pots of gold, all of which have nothing to do with the saint who eradicated these types of Irish myths and beliefs. Seeing this beautiful Italian restaurant decorated with gaudy junk representing a bizarre holiday truly took away from the experience. The pasta and pizzas offered gluten free options which was amazing. And when I was finished with the Blue Lady, I had the Red Lady. I recommend sticking with Blue. I’ve always wondered why there isn’t an option to rate the drinks. There’s only the option to rate food. But they were decent, not the best. Still, I’d come back for the bolognese. Incredible.

bdmcn50 Mcn

Bright inside, lots of seating inside and out. Good coffee, baked goods with limited sugar and/or gluten free. Very nice outdoor seating.

Karin Honaker

We celebrated our 25th anniversary last night and they did not disappoint. We had our favorite calamari and shared the wings also, nice and crispy. We shared the tenderloin beef bowl and the trio pad Thai. Every dish is delicious. Hector was an amazing and attentive server. We had a nice quiet corner to ourselves. We will continue to enjoy this local treasure. Love that they offer gluten free dishes.

Rachel Chase

Amazing arepas and empanadas!!! Many gluten free options. They have the BEST passion fruit juice.

Stephanie Jackman

We have eaten some great meals in Palm Springs, but my family all agreed that our dinner at Crudo was the best so far. The menu is very interesting with a mix of raw and cooked dishes for every palate. My teenage daughter had a cheeseburger and fries, which she enjoyed. My husband had the grilled octopus with mole sauce, and I had the tamarind scallops. We also shared a salmon ceviche, which would have been a meal for someone on its own. The portion sizes were all very generous and we left more than satisfied. Our server was so helpful navigating the menu with my dietary restrictions (gluten and corn allergies). He even accommodated my request for cucumber slices instead of tortilla chips for the ceviche. We look forward to our next visit when we can return to try more dishes.

Mahsoo Naderi

This authentic Italian restaurant is in a historic building with delicious food and great service. We were greeted warmly on a busy day, Christmas Day! The whole area was buzzing and all restaurants were quite packed. We locked out and got a table right away. They have a very nice patio as well! We have ordered pizza and Pasta and they were both very delicious. They had a yummy gluten-free penne, and I also enjoyed a cup of cappuccino on a beautiful warm December afternoon. There is a nice bar in the middle of restaurant for a casual drink & dine as well.

Mariea Monday-Richardson

We had lunch and it was delicious. I had the frittata and they made it gluten free.

Bonnie Hawkes

By far the best firehouse subs I have ever been too. Clean bathrooms. AMAZING food and the staff were friendly and kind. Gluten Free bread is amazing too.

KK Fiffick

It was a bar like setting nothing fancy and a little loud indoors. They had a great option to eat outdoors. Lots of gluten free choices and all food was good for the six of us dining. They have a nice parking lot.

Christopher Ward

Excellent food, very aware of gluten-free options and considerate of celiac members of our dining party.

Anji Manning

Sadly not many gluten free choices

Jason Fair (Nomadic Nerd Project)

Food was absolutely delicous. I was dissapointed they didn't have gluten free buns, so went with the kale bowl, which I fell in love with. They did have gluten free vegan mac and cheese, which was delicous surprise. Prices are great and food is plant based, which is nice to find.

Virginia and Clint Snider

The staff was great, the food was OK. Not a great place for celiac. Non celiac hubby liked his burger but fries (krinkle cut) were left uneaten. My salad was just ok, iceberg lettuce.

Idunn The Wanderer

I can't get enough of this place ever since I learned about the amazing gluten free bread!

Lindsay Sherry

I can't thank Trio Restaurant enough for catering our family Christmas celebration! They did an absolutely incredible job, and it was one of the highlights of our entire week. We had 19 people in our group, and Trio took care of every detail. Night one featured a delicious spaghetti dinner with mushroom ravioli, and night two was a spectacular three-course meal, including braised short ribs and Scottish salmon. What truly stood out was how accommodating they were—offering gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free options for some of our family members without any hassle. A special thank you to Josh and KC, who not only cooked but also served us with such warmth and professionalism. So many family members came up to me after dinner saying it was the best meal they’d ever had! Your staff was incredibly kind, courteous, and professional, exceeding all expectations. I’m so grateful for all your help throughout the year as we planned this event. Your flexibility, guidance, and commitment to making our celebration perfect truly made a difference. The meal was unforgettable, and we’ll be talking about it for years to come!

Crystal Varkalis

INCREDIBLE spot for vegans, only wish I lived closer! Will always try to remember to stop by when I'm in this area. The desserts were incredible!!! Lots of delicious grab-n-go items & sauces too. Small Gluten Free selection tho- if they had GF bread for the sandwiches then this place would really be perfect

R B

It's okay. If you want cheap sushi, step on up. It was practically falling apart. Celiacs beware, they use imitation crab, which is not gluten-free. I would not come back or recommend.

Andrea Blessum

Our server and the other staff were very friendly and kind, making faces at the baby with our party to make her smile. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu, which I appreciate as a person who can't eat gluten and dairy.

Tasha Schindel

Great service and really good food. I recommend the fishbowl margarita. Super fun and flavourful. They also had great selections for my friend that is celiac.

L Johnston

Awesome gluten free burger.

matt hempeck

Gluten free options

Xed Louis

U guys… the green curry was freaking delicious… & the folks who work there were so sweet & great… thank you so much to the kitchen staff & everyone who contributed to this delectable meal. We appreciate you. the mango sticky rice was .. godly. sticky rice was perfectly salted & coconut milk was perfectly sweet & mangos were perfectly ripe. The curry was a gorgeous vibrant milky green & tasted creamy & flavorful. Mmmmmh still dreaming about it.. rlly accommodating to gluten free too.

Jan Gelgood

The crab stuffed artichokes are unbelievably delicious. I'm gluten-free so I'm hoping that Rubin and Ozzy will consider substituting panko for breadcrumbs in a GF alternative. Irene is a fabulous server, sweet, attentive and very efficient. She made us feel so welcome. We arrived just after 6 on a Monday night and chose to be seated on the patio. We were celebrating my friend's birthday. Unfortunately, until sundown, the flies were really annoying. I would encourage the proprietors to take steps to resolve or at least mitigate the problem with the overhead fans. Traditionally, Scampi does not include mushrooms or onions. I probably wouldn't order it again. But Irene told us that it's very popular and encouraged us to try Ruben's Special instead next time. We will! Thank you, Irene. We're looking forward to dining there again soon. That friggin' artichoke is calling my name!

peter k

I’ve eaten so many times here. Take out often too. I’m gluten intolerant and they’re aware and have many options. I often get beef or chicken taquitos. I’ve never had a chewy piece of meat and the lettuce and tomato are always crisp and fresh. It’s a simple meal, done to perfection. Did I say always? Always friendly. Reasonably priced. Friendly, family atmosphere.

Ashley S

What a gem! I'm so glad we discovered this place. The food was delicious and safe for my celiac husband. The service was excellent and incredibly fast. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We will be back next time!

Katherine W.

Loved this spot! We polled several locals for their favorite brunch spots and almost everyone mentioned Jake's, so we knew we had to try it. It has more of a boutique/homey feel than some other places, and everyone working was extremely nice. Food and drinks also came out very fast. We got the short rib Benedict and lobster roll without a roll (GF, of course!), plus a side of fries. All were super good. I also had a rosie margarita, which was very pretty and not cloyingly sweet. We ordered a couple desserts to go - they had several gluten free baked goods, so I was really happy. One of the slices of cake (not GF) was as big as our heads... wild. Definitely stop by this place when you're in town. I recommend not driving as their drink menu is very extensive and everything looked great; would've loved to have another if we weren't driving home right after!

Scott Barter

We sat at the bar, the bartender was super friendly and accommodating for my partners celiac disease. The cauliflower pizza crust was so good, the pasta was meh. Would get 2 pizzas next time.

Kazzandra Paz

Great seafood and they have a gluten-free menu

Joel

You must try the gluten-free pizza. It's is great.

Macie Carey

The service was fast and efficient! We had a group of ten, and they were happy to serve us. The food was very good. We especially liked the tacos and guacamole. The beans are vegetarian, so it’s easy to find vegetarian and gluten free options here!

Zoé Noailly

Very good place for breakfast! The food is good and plentiful, the staff very kind. There are also gluten-free options and plant-based milks for people with intolerances.

R Q

Love the friendliness of the owner and staff. The vibe was awesome. Disco playing as we ate our lunch. I loved my arugala salad with chicken. The half was filling with asparagus, colorful grape tomatoes and perfectly cut chicken... The right amount of dressing too. I helped myself to Ls fries which were perfect. Not too fat or thin... And gluten free is marked on the menu. The fries aren't gf Bc they are fried in the same oil as the chicken but that doesn't hurt me so yay! L loved her pie which was homemade. Said it was the best she had in 15 years.

Colleen King

Really delicious cold brew. Woman run. Some gluten free options. Açaí bowl was perfect. Good portions. Great patio!