Top 29 Gluten-Free Lunch Spots Across Milwaukee

Kelly Quinn

celiac friendly! super knowledgeable staff and separate cooking station! gf pizza is small and thin but very good!

Sam Spellman

The actually gluten free options are limited and my food has consistently come out lukewarm every time I’ve eaten here. Waffles and pancakes are cooked on shared equipment/surfaces. They do claim to have a gluten free fryer for the potatoes and toaster for bread. I’ve eaten the potatoes with no reaction but haven’t chanced the bread as it’s common to get moody servers when it’s busy who don’t want to be helpful.

Genesee Kleman

Our server was great and I was happy that they had a gluten free menu . I have celiacs so it was nice to clear up any confusion . They do not have a dedicated fryer if anyone is concerned with cross contamination . Personally I was fine and the food was great . They have these crispy rice coated shrimp and they were excellent ! They also have a selection of soups made with rice noodles that I want to go back and try . Ooo and don't forget your Boba tea !

Ryan Perel

I’ve been going here since I went to Marquette years ago and to go back with celiac and be able to eat gluten free sushi is a win. They mark the gluten free items on their menu and even have gf soy sauce.

See

Awesome gluten free and vegan choices! Fresh juice and smoothies! Everything including the atmosphere was excellent!

Andrew

Went here on a recommendation from a friend and it was amazing! We got deep dish pizza and gluten free crusted pizza. Both pizzas came to the table pretty quickly. The pizza was loaded with so many toppings it felt heavier than any deep dish pizza I've ever had! Tons of food and drinks for a great price. This is probably my new favorite pizza spot!

clare f

went here for brunch! had a latte and egg scramble, waitress was educated on celiac disease and said that the eggs were cooked on a stovetop without gluten (toasted bread, etc). substituted toast for fruit at no cost. i didn’t have any symptoms afterwards!

Elizabeth Aldrich

Love this place! Gluten free and vegan options make this a must go to location!

Peter Fox

Staying in a hotel on the next block and stumbled across this place. It was AMAZING! If you’re Gluten Free know that they have GF buns and crackers so most of the menu items can be adjusted. Loved this place. Will definitely be back.

Jacquelin Clark

Appreciate that they have a gluten free brunch menu!!

Julia P

GF menu!

Lisa

I brought a party to the Harbour House for two special occasions because it’s on the water one of the few restaurants in Milwaukee. Being a vegan and gluten-free, I knew it was not the best choice for me, but for such an occasion to only be able to have a salad and potatoes was disappointing to say the least. I realize it’s mainly a seafood restaurant but options outside of that were so limited That it was almost laughable. The food that everyone else had was very good. One of our servers was so incredibly friendly, and the other was annoyed that I asked for alternative milk and also that I had to order just sides. I will not be going back ever, but but it is not to say it is not a good experience for people who eat animals.

Nicole

Catered Beans and Barley for a post-wedding family picnic in the park! The process was seamless and we had so many great options to choose from. When we ordered, Jennifer made sure that we had enough food for 100 people and met dietary restrictions (nut-free, some vegetarian, some gluten-free). The day of, the team set everything up - including heated pans - all we needed to do was bring plates! Everyone complimented the spread - the turkey chutney sandwiches and the hummus on the veggies were guest favorites. And the pear coffee cake! Everything was clearly labelled and clean up was a breeze. Could not have been easier or more delicious - would order again!

Cora Beck

I got an avocado and egg sandwich with gluten-free bread. It was so good and the fresh fruit on the side was really good too. It wasn't loud in the cafe and the overall atmosphere was really relaxing. I really loved going here!

Jason Heppler

Enjoyed our food, service, and the atmosphere. Kung po chicken was good. The beef chow fun was incredible IMO. Ordered gluten free and felt safe eating here. Would recommend.

Jeanette

Awesome place. Clean, friendly, pretty, good beer, lots of gluten free options!

Jim Mason

If you have dietary restrictions related to gluten, don’t go here. Even after a double check request confirming an entree was gluten free and prepared to eliminate cross contamination, it was served with a tortilla, that wasn’t gluten free. Server stated they get it right 9 out of 10 times, stated after serving the meal. 90% is not good for those who are effected by gluten. Manager came over and confirmed it absolutely was not gluten free. And stated they would Cover medical expenses. Just saying that should send up flares. So, no controls here, training is an issue, BS statements and so on.

Jaclyn Davis

The employees were so sweet and helpful. EVERYTHING is gluten free. Arepas and empanadas with some fun and also classic fillings. I dove into mine so far I didn’t get a picture. It was so delicious. A must go to when in Milwaukee.

Cherie Kath

Great 10”gluten free and dairy free cheese pizza great service

Natasha Girard

Atmosphere was trendy and cool. Servers were nice and accommodating for dietary restrictions. We waited a very long time for food, and it was toward the end of service, so it was unclear why. Food was very good. Spamelette was really unique and flavorful. My stomach was upset for a couple hours after eating though, perhaps from the richness. But my friend was also quite sick after she ate a dish they prepared dairy free, gluten free.

Nova Sweeney

Pasta flights GF for parker

Matthew Brugman

Good celiac safe yummy food!

J.A. J.

Been searching for a decent sushi place in MKE since moving here 3 yrs ago from NYC. Hungry Sumo finally is my go to place. Had the Spicy Scallop and the okie dokie roll. Service is friendly and attentive. place is small but roomy 'quaint'. Seemed to be plenty of street parking nearby on. a Friday evening. A bit of a wait. But can find a drink elsewhere and they'll text you. Went with someone who was gluten free and plenty of choices.

LaShay Esther

Gluten free pasta + other options on the menu! So good

Peter Angelos

Nice, well established Mexican restaurant. The highlight of their many menu choices are their flavorful and authentic sauces. Also a great choice for gluten-free and Celiac choices. They have a gf menu, gf tortilla chips and I have not reacted to cross-contact there.

Santana Sanders

Just had the worst experience here which is crazy because it was a spot I usually frequent due to them have gluten free items (I have celiacs). There were just a lot of micro issues that added up. First I walked in by myself and was told I could sit anywhere and I chose a booth. Waitress walked up, never greeted me and sat everything (water, menus, silverware) on the opposite side of the table from where I was sitting, okay that's fine, not too worried just moved it closer to me, then just walked away without greeting or really even asking if she could get me anything else. Not a word. Okay fine I get bad days. I then sat for 15 minutes before I had to eventually ask another waitress to take my order. I was very kind, smiley and tactful the entire time so I'm just really confused, She literally rolled her eyes and said okay, so I proceeded to order and I warned her I had celiacs and just wanted to make sure if she could let the kitchen know it's for a gluten allergy and to make sure the bread it gluten free (again being very kind). She acted like I told her to bite my toenails off?? I then get my order 20 minutes later and it's super cold and not to mention I found not one, not two, not even three but four strands of hair all over my plate. AND it was NOT gluten free bread! | was starving and unfortunately didn't notice till I took a bite and looked (plus when I had my gluten symptoms the next day from it). This is my second time getting glutened by them, my fault for thinking it would be different this time. Not to mention, all the servers were standing around talking the entire time and nobody came to check on me or anything at all. The menu revamp is different and they took off a few items that I loved. So I don't know. I just took the check and left. It was just the poorest service i've ever experienced since being in Milwaukee, I will not be coming here again. *NOT CELIAC OR GLUTEN SENSITIVE SAFE* I don't normally write bad reviews but I need to come on here for my fellow celiacs and gluten sensitively/allergen people.

Kathryn Fairman

Ordered online, I had been told they were glutenfriendly and included my requests on the online order though they had said I should have the option to choose extras on the site. Food was prepped quickly. They forgot the dressing for my salad, the fries for the appetizer sampler were limp and the fried mozzarella sticks were cool.

Mia Morgante

Ian’s used to have GREAT gluten free pizza, but I just got one tonight and they must have changed crust suppliers because it was awful. It was so tough and like cardboard to chew. Also, it seemed like the toppings were just thrown on and barely baked (I ordered pineapple, and it was basically raw, obviously had not been cooked at all). I’m so disappointed, I used to love this place!

Carly Gettler

Why make a gluten free fish fry option and then stick it into the oil of the non gluten free food??? Just stupid.

Charley Paul

Ordered food for delivery and was met with notes on the food about what was and wasn’t celiac friendly. As someone who has a severe reaction, and quite frankly dreads eating at restaurants, I cannot begin to tell you how appreciative I am about these gluten free notes. Cubanitas has definitely earned themselves a lifelong celiac fan! That guac, amazing. The chicken bowl, absolutely delicious. Again, if you have celiac the measures taken can soothe your worries. Do it.

Amber Otter-Priem

We frequent the restaurant for carry out regularly but were going to a Brewers game for the shuttle and an appetizer ahead. Place was crowded and we were at a two person table without much room to move but didn’t need much more. World famous garlic bread and a Tomato & mozzarella Caprese salad were perfect before the game. Shuttle service to and from “Miller Park” easy and regular. Also highly recommend pizzas including gluten free!

Nick Benhart

Scrumptious and mostly gluten free! Can’t ask for more, except that they dive their truck to my home town so I can enjoy it more often!

Stephen Appel

We can't stop ourselves from going here almost every weekend. Savory and sweet crepes. Celiac friendly gluten free options. Great coffee drinks. Best breakfast in Riverwest.

Sam Spellman

Staff is always knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the menu, which is already clearly marked with allergens and accommodation options. We always over eat! The little empanadas are a must try & they keep the fryer gluten free.

James Stanislawski

We had the Chicken Al Pietro which was simply amazing. The perfect amount of cream in the sauce combined with mushrooms cooked to absolute perfection and juicy grilled chicken breast that was bursting with flavor. Not to mention, we had the gluten free mostaccioli which was, in this reviewers humble opinion, even better than their normal mostaccioli. Our children had the spaghetti which they absolutely demolished. That’s Amore is a staple of the community that I hope will be around for many more years to come.

Laurie Johnson

Never heard of this place. We were nearby and this popped up as an option for lunch. They have gluten-free and vegan options. The vegan options sounded good, but I decided on the Bollywood, chicken smash burger with a gluten-free bun. Side of fries. So good. We walked 10 feet across the building and sat at Great Lakes Distillery and I had a Roary Stormy. Thank you google for finding this gem for me. Yum!

Jhanay

We had a wonderful Mother’s Day experience this year, and they were very kind and considerate of my mother’s gluten allergy. Will be going back!

Kevin Millikin

All you can eat Brazilian steakhouse. We enjoyed taking our time and sampling everything. Everything from the grill is gluten free and the salad bar is clearly marked. Nicol was our server and she made it a nice evening for us.

Luchie Javelosa

Was in town for a conference and this place was recommended by our hotel. The food, service and ambiance are absolutely excellent. I called ahead to ask about dietary restrictions and they made a reservation and noted it down. From being warmly welcomed in to the moment we left, the customer service was fantastic. Laura F. was our server and she was the absolute best. Her attention to detail was much appreciated. She explained every gluten free option they had and how their kitchen staff deals with dietary restrictions which made me feel extra comfortable about the dining experience. She also recommended the scallops and they did not disappoint. Thank you, Laura, for the amazing service you provided. This was definitely one of the top dining experiences I’ve had to date.

Kimberly Fisher

Great subs, whether you prefer them cold or hot. They also offer gluten-free rolls for those with dietary restrictions.

D M

Delicious, lots of gluten free options, feels like you're getting a fresh home cooked meal made with love and care. Worth the wait! My only recommendation is to put more sauce or at least have some extra easily available. I went up to the counter to ask for more sauce since my wrap was a bit dry but the staff was very busy. Plenty of tables, great location to meet up with friends as there is a variety of food vendors to choose from in the shared space.

Avary Benavides Shefland

Cafe India is a go-to, tried and true kind of place. Ive never had anything I didn’t like from Cafe India, and I’ve tried a pretty good portion of the menu. This place is perfect for a lazy-takeout night in, a lunch with friends, or an upscale dinner date. It can be whatever you want it to be. The service is great, atmosphere good, prices decent, and food tasty. And it’s Indian, which means it is perfect for your gluten free or vegetarian loved ones. Half the menu is vegetarian, and GF is clearly marked.

Megan Landry

Had lunch here with my husband and our toddler. They do have a kids menu, you just have to ask. Options are either chicken tenders or grilled cheese with fruit or chips. He can be picky but we ordered him the chicken with fruit and he liked it. I had the sesame ginger chicken sandwich. I am gluten free and our waiter was knowledgeable and ensured my meal was safe for me. I’d definitely go back and try something else.

Weston Outlaw

They have the best gluten-free pizza. It has thin crispy crust and is perfectly charred on the bottom.

Jen Reid

The food and service was great. Truly southern, as promised. Several gluten free options as well. Conveniently located near ample parking and other downtown attractions.

Nolan Tilton

Truly a treat anytime we get food here! We had a late notice dinner come together with our family 3hrs away - the owners were so accommodating in helping me put together an order that would feed 8, including 1 gluten allergy accommodation, and packaged it so that it would survive the travels without affecting the experience. Our extended family loved it, and we will definitely order from them again anytime we are craving their delicious food (which is often) Thank you again

Gina Devecchis

I love the food at the National. As a family with a vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free they have something for all of us. They have an order at the table set up now which is convenient with children. It can get very busy on weekends but during the week there's always room.

Anne Marie DeBoard

We really enjoyed our dinner here. I was visiting from out of town and we had one person in our party that is vegan and gluten free. This was an excellent option for him AND I didn't realize this, but he is actually Persian, so it turned out great. It's a counter service restaurant. I ordered the vegan plate and the beef Koubideh. The beef was excellent! The vegan plate had wonderful hummus, and a salad along with rice. The rice was a little bland but everything else was wonderful. I only wish they had some sumac seasoning.

Paige Daniels

I review gluten free friendly restaurants in the area, I called to ask if a couple of menu items were gluten free, the first lady on the phone that I talked to wasn’t the nicest, everyone has bad days though. The second lady I spoke to, (could have been the same person) couldn’t hear me very well it was probably very loud in the restaurant but I have a high pitched voice so I apologize. They told me on the phone that everything was cooked on the same surface so they couldn’t offer a gluten free experience, but I’ve never had a reaction at Denny’s or other places that say the same so I decided to try it…. And no gluten reaction!! The food was so delicious and the portions were quite big and filling!! The fruit cup was bigger than I thought it would be! If you’re gluten free and have never had a reaction at Denny’s or places like that then you should definitely try toast! ;)

Lior Seidel