Top 50 Gluten-Free Lunch Spots to Enjoy in Center City East, Philadelphia

Perrin Brown

They are all 100% gluten-free and are extremely transparent about all of the other allergens in their kitchen. Very vegan-friendly as well! 11/10!

Rehana Paul

AMAZING gluten free cheesesteak!

Jessica Bady

Vegan and gluten-free options are only halfway worked out -- available but not delicious. It turns out I had been served a meal that was not gluten-free at a prior visit. The server's timing delayed our meals being served together. The host didn't have the character to accept responsibility when he inquired as to how things worked out. I will definitely think twice before dining here again.

Maciej Błachno

The gluten-free portion is half the size of the regular version. You pay an extra $3 for a smaller gluten-free bun and get half as much meat and everything. The staff says there's no more space for ingredients, and it's the same in all town, which is not true. In total, I paid $18 for a bun with meat the size of a small hot dog.

Melissa Neubek

Sometimes, all ya really want is a good ol' gluten free breakfast sandwich, and thankfully, High Street delivers! Apparently you can order a GF loaf ahead of time as well, in case you were wondering. The man working was super nice 🙂 Also very happy that they have delicious modification options, so my maple sausage, egg + cheese with avocado + caramelized onions was super flavorful and juuust a little bigger than I could finish. Their pastries and refrigerated sides look super good; only one gf chocolate muffin available. Small place with enough seating for 4-5 inside and 6 outside. & the fresh OJ was super fresh!

gianna maglio

Our server Aidys was excellent! Really made our first time here spectacular! I have a gluten allergy and he was so knowledgeable and patient with my questions. Employee of the month for Aidys! And obviously the food was delicious!

Roberto Ruggiero

Excellent gluten-free cheesesteaks. suitable for celiacs. Bringing alcohol such as beer or wine from outside because the place is not licensed. Gluten-free chips not available. Free refill for soft drinks. Average prices

Banafsheh Shak

Celiac friendly

JoAnn Steinly

Everyone was wonderful! Our waitress asked the chef if he could make a meal I wanted gluten free, and they did! It was amazing! Both my husband and I had wonderful time!

John Bartenstein

Franklin Social has a smaller but quite varied menu. Great options for everyone! And as we were told this evening before ordering, everything on the menu is gluten free except for the Philly Soft Pretzel, because, reasons. The head chef has Celiac disease and if you didn't ask you'd never know, but this is a Celiac's dream restaurant. It's all so good and the chef, staff, and ambiance are all top notch. Don't skip this one! We'll be back often now that we are locals.

Aleja Veintimilla (Ale)

During our recent visit to Pennsylvania, my partner and I had the pleasure of dining at a fantastic spot that truly exceeded expectations. For a very reasonable price of $59, we enjoyed a delicious spread, including tacos with a side of chili, two burgers with fries, tea, and two waters. One of the standout features was that everything on the menu could be made gluten-free, which was a huge plus for us. The buns on the burgers were especially delicious—crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The atmosphere was just right—not too loud or crowded—creating a relaxed and welcoming vibe. The service was top-notch as well. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the meal. A nice touch is the digital payment option on the receipt, where you can easily pay and leave a tip with a code. Overall, the experience was fantastic, and we are definitely looking forward to coming back the next time we’re in the area. If you’re in PA and craving some great food in a comfortable setting, this place is highly recommended! Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

Buddy Trujillo

Was in Philly for two weeks and almost exclusively ate here, since I have Celiac it’s hard to find places that carry gluten free. Food was always great and the customer experience was great. Definitely worth a trip even if it’s just for a shake.

Shannon Torres

Tasty vegan and gluten free options. Get there early if you want the masala dosa.

Jolene Theresa

TLDR; make a reservation, dietary restriction friendly Coming in from out of town, we stopped by for dinner and even moved our reservation up because we arrived early. Our party ordered the Tuna Tataki Sashimi, Tomo, Margarita and a few other options including ramen. Everything was delicious and exactly as described. The flavor profile of the rolls was a treat and we didn't even use soy or additional sauces because it was such a perfect mix of flavors! My gluten-free friend had no trouble finding options from the menu and our server was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. This place is so much bigger than you think it is! When we walked in, there were only 2 tables open which we were concerned about but they walked us around the bar to the other side and there was a whole other dining room and a full bar in addition to the sushi bar! 10/10 highly recommend - bring your appetite!

Elizabeth Sara Ross

Amada has the best brunch in all of Philly! They have the friendliest staff who are very knowledgeable about allergy-friendly items on the menu. Their refreshing and flavorful $5 sangria at brunch is an absolute steal and worth the visit alone! Some of my favorite items (which are gluten free) include the gambas (garlic shrimp), meat and cheese with lavender honey, Amanda’s breakfast hash and their French fries. Their dinner is as delicious as the brunch but significantly more expensive.

Femi Abodunde

NEW AMERICAN IN OLD CITY The story of America was written in its colonial taverns, where future revolutionaries gathered to trade ideas and engage in spirited debate over hearty meals and cold drinks. Red Owl is smack in the heart of the cradle of liberty, Red Owl aims to revive that classic tavern experience, with a distinctly modern touch. The restaurant's superior details—hand-crafted cocktails, house-cured charcuterie, butcher-shop cuts of steak—make it a neighborhood respite. We do our best to accommodate the individual tastes and preferences of our guests with a variety of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free menu options. That’s how Red Owl manages to be old, new and free-thinking all at once. Just like Philly.

Dana Ronnquist

Delicious and gluten free friendly

Nick Woods

We always love visiting the Hard Rock, no matter which city we’re in, and this was no exception. The food tasted great, but was a tad expensive when compared to other local restaurants. Also, for gluten-free options, you’re limited to mashed potatoes instead of fries, which isn’t ideal. Where we’re from in the UK, gluten-free fries are available in the Hard Rock, so I don’t know why the same can’t be true in America too. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was everything you’d expect from a Hard Rock.

Jeanette Gibbs

The woman working was quite grumpy. The wait was atrocious! And I mean atrocious - 30 minutes for two Philly cheesesteaks and some chips. They mixed up our orders, my husband wanted everything loaded on his and I wanted mine plain with cheese, meat and jalapeño and gluten free bun. They made them backwards but we didn’t dare complain and wait again. I just only ate part of mine. And then felt super hungry afterwards. I also didn’t want to complain because the woman was so grumpy. The chips were great. Google only asks about the table wait, so the table was actually fast to get. But the food order was the slowest I’ve ever had at a market ever!

R1

Cute little tiny place. Stopped to pick up some gluten-free donuts.

Greg S

Fantastic meal. The staff was incredibly knowledge about gluten and celiacs and could go through the entire menu telling me what I could and couldn't get. Would absolutely go there again. Best sushi I have ever had.

Aggie McLaughlin

Unusual, delicious sandwiches with bread baked on premises, including gluten free served with salad. Service slow but food worth wait.

Van Nocturne

I hadn't been to this BurgerFi since my last trip to Philadelphia in over 3 years. I knew from their previous location (across the street from Reading Terminal Market) their food was some of the best! I used to just eat here during my stays from New York. Was very happy to have found them inside the new mall's food court, and was looking forward to having what was my first meal in over 5 hours, having just come from my Flix Bus. I ordered my usual: double bacon cheese burger green styled (lettuce wrapped), and a CriFry. The young lady behind the counter was kind enough to check the ingredients of the shakes (I can't have gluten or corn due to my disability), which I appreciate her doing. When my burger came out I was very disappointed with the lack of lettuce! I only got 3 pieces, one of which was broken and had soaked up the grease of my burger. On the other hand my CriFry was good. Fried and salted perfectly! The tables were clean. Chairs were clean as well. Only complaint not related to food is that I felt like the rubbish (trash) bins were too far away from the tables. I didn't want to leave my luggage and backpack unattended and risk them getting stolen. Otherwise I would come back again in the future.

Lydie Herault

Very warm welcome, varied menu also including gluten-free and vegan options. Good food.

Jim Goodman

Amazing plant based cheeses, including rich creamy brie? Check. The best vegan burger (garbanzo bean with chipotle peppers and vegan americican cheese)? Check. Can we go gluten free with that too? Check! This place is special! A great thing to have in Philly!

Mikey

Great sushi and very attentive to gluten free accommodations!

Jen Coffey

I had another incredible dinner here yesterday. The experience from start to finish was wonderful. The service was attentive and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. I have to eat gluten free as a result of a medical diagnosis and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful. I will definitely return to Fork again soon.

Tigah Heli

Best gluten free pizza I've ever had.

Michael Benes

Very good food. Service was pleasant. Lots of gluten free options available.

Donna H.

The food is phenomenal- the owner told us how he makes things fresh from scratch every morning and I believe it. It is not a fancy restaurant (not a white tablecloth place) but the staff is attentive, it is spotlessly clean, and the prices beyond reasonable. I’m gluten free and they were helpful in modifying my dinner so I was completely comfortable with it. My husband definitely not gluten free and said the bread was fabulous. I love the variety of customers - students, families, couples. Highly recommend.

Marie-Christine Potvin

I love this place. There food is really good and consistent. They are friendly. And the price are really reasonable. I’m gluten free and I have so many options and I’ve never gotten sick!

Dionne C. Monsanto

I loved my growler of Cabernet Sauvignon. I was thrilled that they had gluten-free options. I had the brussel sprouts and the buffalo cauliflower tacos. Both were delicious! I rented a car and drove in from New York specifically to see Sy Smith and she did not disappoint! Both she and her band were amazing.

Andrew Blackburn

Eileen at Cultivating the Learning - G One

5 of us came here while in town. We had the Saltah, Shakshuka, Lamb Kebabs Platter and 2 Shish Taouk Platters. We all LOVED IT! if you’re gluten free, you can eat here. Then we had dessert. The atmosphere is energetic. People were talking and having a good time. Highly recommend.

Ann McQueen

Tonight we ate here after reading a review and I totally agree ... Great service, great food, good prices and a nice atmosphere... I had chicken wings which are gluten free and side salad. Drinks each.

Aaron

Best gluten free in the city, and you can't beat the service or pricing.

Luca Rodella

Great place for Pizza and cheesesteak. Friendly and welcoming staff. They also make gluten-free pizza.

Sara Domonkos

The coffee is good, but the croissants and the lunch sandwiches are highly overrated. My father asked a Bologna sandwich with gluten-free bread, and he got a tiny sandwich for double of the normal price ($17.25 + tax!) After we asked for a normal sandwich they brought us 2 slices of plain gluten-free bread, which was ridiculous. They said that the ingredients in the sandwich are the same as with plain bread, so it's fine that way… Also, the pistachio croissant is filled with marzipan flavored cream, so definitely not pistachio. Just try the coffee, nothing else is worth it.

Kelli Spooner

Absolutely loved this small pizza place! The pizza was absolutely amazing, especially their gluten-free crust! The manager helped us package out leftovers since we were traveling on foot for a while. They were so great!!

Ralph Trites

What a blast! Here in downtown Philly; Step into a Havana eatery with an abeyance of CUBA 🇨🇺 wall decorations, big fans, Latin music! The Mojitos are spot-on. The appetizers delicious; crisp plantains, guac 🥑, & cinnamon infused butter for bread. Entrees were beautifully plated & tasted amazing. Raphael did a superb job! Plenty of gluten-free items to pick from.

Arthur Larm

OUTSTANDING Venue! Glory Beer Bar & Kitchen hosted our son's Welcome Drink event for his wedding. The food was incredible and the service was top notch. Even better was the pre-event help from David Crudele in choosing menu items. We received so many compliments on the food from all of the attendees because there were gluten free and vegetarian options available. The Mini Cheeseburgers were the best I've had and the Chicken Tendie Board was a huge hit. The venue was private and easily held our 120+ guests! Highly recommended! If you don't have an event, you should still go there for the excellent beer selection and tasty food selection!

Lovele Alleyne

I enjoyed P.J.Clarkes restaurant at the Curtis for my birthday back in April 2022. I had just started a new job that week at 6th and market and didn't really have plans. So my husband came to take me to lunch and we walked around a few blocks and stumbled upon P.J. Clarkes. We ate outside, I loved the atmosphere and the customer service was top-notch. I have dietary restrictions, gluten free, dairy free, and they were able to accommodate that so that I could enjoy a meal. The server (I wish I remembered his name) was gracious and extremely welcoming as was the general manager of that day. Highly recommended.

Dr. Matt Wachsman, MD PhD

Peruvian is one of the world's great cuisines. You have two types of Peruvian restaurants.... this is the type that does NOT just have roasted chicken. It is quite Gluten friendly. My wife unaccountably picked the only item that had gluten and had to send it back. Ok, the Potato terrine changed my life! It is a simple dish to make on ones own and is startlingly beautiful and delicious. So, elegant plating, food that is unique and beautifully presented and yet you could take someone only subsisting on fast food and they'd be able to eat here (steaks, fries, chicken) and vastly improve their horizons.

Nancy Schneider

Service was excellent. Good basic Italian. Gluten free options.

Olivia Fisher

I got the egg noddles with beef and the broth forever changed my life. So amazing. Thank you! Great for my gluten free roomie too!

Steph Musal

My husband and I had our elopement dinner/microwedding here in November 2023. Samantha and the whole Royal Boucherie staff gave us the best experience we could have wished for. We planned everything in less than three weeks. Samantha & team were not phased a bit, even as we were adding new vendors to the roster week of (a holiday week at that.) Communication was prompt from the day we submitted our inquiry. They managed logistics with our vendors. They were able to accommodate a gluten allergy and a few other dietary restrictions flawlessly. Every single staff member we interacted with was attentive, friendly, and accommodating. In addition to Samantha, I want to give a special shout out to the hostess who helped us see the space while we were making the decision on where to host and also made sure our “after party” was comfortable and had space downstairs at the bar after the wedding. We used the upstairs covered patio for our ceremony and the parlor for our reception. We decided not to bring in any flowers because the space is already so green and beautiful. We received lots of compliments on the food. The staff went out of their way to make sure we, as the bride and groom, were able to enjoy passed Hors D'oeuvres as we were taking family portraits during cocktail hour. If you are looking for a place to host your 65 or less person wedding in Philadelphia, add Royal Boucherie to your shortlist. They went above and beyond for our day and we cant wait to continually go back to celebrate new life milestones.

Allie Martin

Good coffee, with soups and sandwich options. They also have good natural/ gluten free baked goods

Joan Carey

Lindsey M. Adams

Cute place, they have MANY gluten free options and are aware of cross contamination.

Lisa Dewey

The turkey was delicious. I eat gluten free and they don’t have GF bread but he sold me 1/3 pound of turkey w lettuce, tomato and onion in a container. The server was kind and helpful and the price with tip was less than $9. It was delicious .