Top 6 Gluten-Free Mexican Spots to Relish in Erie

Rebecca Budraitis

The only place in Erie that FULLY accommodates my dietary needs (celiac/dairy free) and makes me feel completely comfortable. Mackenzie is not only an amazing bartender, but she truly puts her heart into all she does. She ensures my food is safe, both putting in the order and the serving of the food/drinks. I have a very difficult time eating/drinking out, but I am a regular at Mad Mex due to both Mackenzie’s kindness and the amazing options provided by Mad Mex.

Tricia R

This place is authentic!!! AMAZING food. I loved it. The one issue I did have was the language barrier. I KNEW that they had gluten free food, because I called ahead-due to my daughter having celiac. When we arrived however, our waiter barely spoke english. The situation did get resolved because a very nice waiter who better understood my concerns was able to assist me with my daughter. I ordered the fajitas!! DELISH!!!!!! And my daughter had the corn tortillas with steak. She didn't trust the corn tortillas (due to them not indicating GF on the menu), however she did eat the steak and did not get sick. I loved the food, the atmosphere and the service!! Everything was so flavourful. Would definitely go back if I didn't live in Canada! :-)

Gavin Lobo

If you are looking for mexican flavours, spices that tingle the pallet, and an authentic food journey then Toreros is the place to be. Each dish had a unique taste and everything was brought to the table piping hot. Service was pleasant and the margaritas were on point. Special mention goes to the Sopa de Tortilla soup - the broth is hearty, chicken well marinated and great mexican soul food. Gluten free options are available and staff are always happy to help make accommodations.

Julie Shepard

El amigo was a stop on the Erie walking food tour. We had chicken tacos and homemade (at the table!) guacamole that was out of this world! “Magic Mike,” our server, is a great storyteller and a very positive person. Entire restaurant is fun and different. El Amigo is able to serve a delicious gluten free meal.

Christina Chludzinski

Great for people with celiac disease.

Michelle Jones

My partner and I stopped by this location on the tail end of a road trip, hoping for a quick meal and a clean restroom. Unfortunately, both aspects of our experience left a lot to be desired. We stood in line for about 25 minutes, watching as the staff prioritized Uber Eats and DoorDash orders while those of us dining in were left waiting. Given the online claims of gluten-free and clean ingredient options, we were willing to endure the wait. But when it was finally our turn, things quickly went downhill. I asked the employee behind the counter about the corn tortillas, hoping to avoid wheat due to dietary restrictions. I asked, “Are any of your tortillas just corn?” The employee responded, “They aren’t gluten-free, if that’s what you’re asking.” This answer was both vague and unhelpful, especially since I had read conflicting information online. I asked for further clarification: “Is there anything that’s just corn?” The employee simply pointed at the corn topping and said, “That’s all we have that’s just corn.” At this point, feeling frustrated and unsure about the safety of my order, I moved to the cash register to pay for my partner’s meal while I figured out an alternative. But as I was at the register, two other employees overheard the conversation. One of them approached me with the allergy sheet and clarified that there were in fact hard shell corn tortillas (wheat-free) and proceeded to assist me in ensuring my meal would be safely prepared. I was grateful for their attention to detail, but I couldn’t help but feel upset by the initial interaction. The first employee’s dismissive attitude and lack of helpfulness were disappointing, and it made me feel like my concerns weren’t taken seriously. To make matters worse, the restroom was not in the cleanest condition, further adding to our negative experience. Ultimately, while one employee saved the day, the overall lack of customer service and attention to detail made this a visit I won't be repeating.