Top 48 Gluten-Free Mexican Havens to Explore in Washington

Hayleigh Young

We are Texans born and raised and was curious about the Mexican Food here in Seattle… we walked over to Cactus and we’re not disappointed! The service was stellar from the start, we were immediately greeted by the manager and walked to our table. We never had a moment of waiting and enjoyed the smiles all around! The vibe was nice and the food was good (I have a gluten and dairy allergy and they were accommodating). Must try (good margs)!

Tyler Frans

We spent our anniversary with them and they really took care of us. It is a next level experience; totally worth the reservation and price. The food was absolutely fabulous. It is a dedicated gluten-free kitchen and locally sourced food. They are accommodating to food allergies. Very attentive and warm, friendly staff. This place is a gem to appreciate any time you are in the area. Great wine selection and pairing.

Celia Myers

If I could rate this restraunt on a scale of 1-10 instead of 1-5 it would be a 10!!! Let me list the amazing positives. 1: the crepes were huge, delicous, and stuffed to the brim. 2: the restraunt was the literally the cleanest restraunt i have ever been in. 3: unique menu and flavors. 4: incredibly kind staff, they were so flexible about my food allergies. They were also very positive and just nice to talk to. 5: gluten free options!!! Almost everything had a gluten free option. I ordered the salmon Benedict and the s'moreo crepes. Delicious!

Melissa Bitz

Hands down my favorite Mexican restaurant in Seattle. I've tried so many dishes and love all of them. there are so many options for different diet restrictions such as vegetarian and gluten free. It's one of the few celiac-safer restaurants that my loved one feels safe to eat at too.

Diego -

Honestly was pretty disappointed in this place. Had been thinking of checking it out for a while with my partner who has celiac disease. Our server was great, knowledgeable and able identify gluten free items and get us gluten free chips. First off the restaurant seemed fairly busy and our server seemed to be the only one working the floor plus someone behind the bar. She did a great job considering how much she had to handle. Our three margaritas took 15+ minutes, though they were delicious. I had the blood orange flavor. For dinner I had the beef in chile Colorado burrito and it was FULL of rice and pickled jalapeño, I assumed there would be sauce/beef visible inside but I only found a small amount of meat closer to the center. My partner had the pollo asada plate and enjoyed it though also felt it took very long for what we got. Overall I appreciate the attention to gf/celiac options but I don’t think I will be returning here considering the price and quality.

Shannel Squally-Janzen

I am gluten free and dairy free. They have a few options for me. I got the shrimp meal. It was good. But their margaritas and drinks are amazing! They have an amazing selection of cocktail drinks. The service is great! Love the atmosphere, it feels modern and fancy, but you don’t have to dress fancy.

Alexandra

Great food, beautiful venue, and kind staff that did a great job checking on us. Definitely pricey but the food is great. Would definitely recommend. There’s a main floor and an upstairs and bathrooms. Don’t recommend the gluten free chocolate cake bc of the texture. I recommend the sea bass taco. The wagyu taco had a spicy sauce with a definite kick 🌶️

Defined Spaces

An amazing place and gluten free rice!! Our son ordered two servings since he hasn't had Mexican rice since his Celiac diagnosis ❤️

Saggio Ricercatore

Great spot for a snack, dinner or after-work happy hour. Classic or creative taco options for mom and pop or pop-stars looking to impress with their delish Insta pix. Korean BBQ Beef,Bacon Cheeseburger, and Buffalo Chicken tacos were inspired and will keep me coming back for more. The mocktail that riffed on Pina Colada is a most refreshing treat. Server was very accommodating and thoughtful. Gluten or dairy free and vegetarian requirements easily accommodated. Free street parking available within a block or three in a neighborhood that is very walkable, with delightful boutiques and street art, and feels safe day or night. Ask about spice levels as there are a few surprises (refried beans were muy caliente) with heat levels not marked on menu.

Elizabeth Rodriguez

Best tamales ever, so close to being like homemade. Great for gluten free. So many different flavors. All delish.

Diana Nicole

Excellent food and service- loved all the gluten free menu options!!

Jules Chapman Sin

Dia de Los Muertos themed Mexican restaurant in Fremont that had vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options and a great bar! They also have choices of outdoor seating.

Luminita Voicu

We had an amazing experience here. I am a coeliac, so the gluten free dedicated meniu was a blessing, with a lot of great options to choose from. I had the prawns fajita, a very tasty and generous portion size. Because it was our first time, we received a desert for free. I would love to come back and try other dishes.

Jessica Garcia

The food, the service, the atmosphere... absolutely fantastic! I would rate this place more than 5 stars if I could! They have outstanding food, and the gluten free options are plentiful. I will definitely be back, and have also already recommended this place to several of my friends!

c bitterman

Charmingly cranky staff, surprisingly good food given that it's in the middle of nowhere. THICC tortilla chips free with our food, as it should be. Celiac friendly-ish.

Jessica Birch

Stellar gluten free options, I adore the Baja Sur Fish Tacos and the Chorizo!

Angie Kay

My friend Jennifer who is a very selective person regarding food ingredients approves of this place! We had an amazing gluten free vegan dinner & loved everything! Highly recommended. Thank you to the awesome staff for all of your hard work.

Shivaun Corry

I was extremely impressed with the attention given food restrictions. As a celiac, I felt safe dining here and the food was delicious!

Laura Pugh

Upscale Mexican restaurant, with brunch menu. My kid declared the kids taco was "the best food of my life." Small plates at beach town prices. Kids welcome, high chair and booster available. Kids menu available. Menu includes gluten free and vegan items.

Fateh-Karan Chohan

Great place for Celiacs!! The food is great and comes out quick. It’s also really filling, you can definitely share one entree with someone if you’re not feeling too hungry!

Ashley S

The food was so yummy. They even had gluten free food for my daughter with celiac disease. She has extreme reactions to gluten/wheat and she was able to eat at a restaurant for once and not feel sick. We will definitely come back soon! They were so sweet and accommodating making sure there was no cross contamination with her food and changing gloves.

Daniel Hernandez

Classic taco time, friendly and attentive workers and quick turnaround! A post hike staple and options for all diets including gluten free!

Scott Leibrand

Delicious! Excellent outdoor patio that stays sunny into early evening, and umbrellas if needed. Most dishes are naturally GF, and the fryer isn’t used for anything flour, so everything marked gluten free is celiac safe.

Alexander Myhill

This was our first time here, and we were very happy. There was plenty of parking, so, if the lots are full, so are the tables. Speaking of tables, there are some raised cafe-style tables and some regular height tables. There's a bar, with bar seating. The service was awesome. The staff at some places seem to only care about their tables, but there was none of that attitude here - everyone was consistently friendly, and gave the vibe that they just wanted us to be happy with our experience. We were immediately acknowledged when we walked in, and as soon as the host was able, he came over to seat us. i should have taken a picture of the menu, but forgot, sorry. They were a bit ragged, worn, and sticky (might want to wash your hands after ordering). The menu had more options than i expected, and all of it was unique. My wife and i have some food allergies (not severe), so we needed to make some adjustments. When i asked our server if i could make some substitutions, she quickly answered, "I can do anything! Just tell me what you want, and I'll make it happen!" She carefully made a written note of our allergies, and made suggestions for alterations based on those and some feedback from the kitchen. i was impressed. We ordered the vegan "Happy Cow" - but, with a beef patty instead of a bean patty, so... a sad cow, i guess. Our waitress took everything down, and then suggested that she could make it more like a salad, so there'd be more food and a full plate. Great suggestion - you can see what she created in my pic. My wife ordered some of the stuff on the side, since she's a bit more picky, but she ordered the same thing. The tots are gluten free, but they're deep fried in the same oil as the fries, which have a glutenous coating. That isn't a major issue for us, but it might be for others. The food tasted amazing. There's literally no way i could possibly have suggested any improvements... the blend of flavors was balanced and exciting for my taste buds. The atmosphere is very pub-like, as expected. A little noisy, but not bad. i do wish they'd had a regular-height table, since i am disabled, and the higher chairs are both unpadded and harder for me to climb into. They didn't know that, though, and were looking at possibly seating us at a larger table, when i told the host the higher table would be fine. It was just the 2 of us, and a table for 6 or 8 might have cost them some customers, and i wouldn't want to do that to them when i can compromise a little. i didn't mark them down for that. We visited on a Sunday afternoon. i suspect things might get more pub-like (loud) on a big game day (there are TVs with sports), or later in the day. All in all, the service and food quality impressed me, and that's not an easy accomplishment.

Merissa Peil

Super yummy tacos and nachos and burrito bowls.

Victoria S.

What a gem of a place. I ordered off the brunch menu and was so glad I did. Very tasty and gluten free. The atmosphere is so laid back and the wait staff attentive. Thank you for the great first time experience.

Lanie Hei

wonderful meal! had a chicken and a lamb dish between us. the guac was also great with fresh chips. celiac friendly!

Gretchen G

Food was okay - not taco truck good, though. I appreciate that they had tons of options, I had no trouble finding food as a gluten-free vegan. Cost was more than most Mexican restaurants, definitely priced up for the area (touristy, next to Pike’s Place). Service was almost non-existent, attributable to the ordering system (QR codes for ordering) - but the server was very sweet and kind during the 2 seconds that I did speak to her. The highlight was the tacos. The nachos, however, were the most depressing nachos of my life - lacked most of the ingredients that were advertised. I’ve had better nachos at high school football games. If not for the many options available, would have given 3 stars. Expect to spend $30+ (after tips) as a moderate eater

Anders von Reis Crooks

They do a great job with dairy and gluten free

Maryanne Johanson

6 of us had our first visit to Tapatio Mexican Grill, Newcastle, on April 2, 2025. We'd read the reviews and Tapatio lived up to the high ratings for service and beautifully presented delicious food! It has a warm, friendly, clean atmosphere. Our lunch entrees cost about $15.00 each. Four ordered drinks, which they were very happy with. The soup had huge chunks of chicken and fresh veggies. Two of us are vegan & gluten free and the vegetarian offerings, such as tacos, were served with corn tortillas and greens with edible flowers. A very nice presentation! Our server was excellent and it was no problem for us to stay and talk an extra hour as some of our party were headed to the airport and we had extra time. Thank you Tapatio for being affordable, delicious, being able to address multiple dietary needs and so friendly and personable. We'll happily return!

Charles Sawyer

El Mezcalito has been my go to spot ever since I moved here 9 years ago. Tacos Oahaqueñas are divine! The food is consistently great, they don’t skimp on the drinks, and the staff is not only friendly but very considerate of my dietary differences. I live with celiac disease and El Mezcalito has never been an issue for me. Ten out of ten to Raul and all the staff there.

John Carleton

Amazing food! Everything gluten free and plenty of non dairy options too. Will definitely go back!

Inga

Couldn’t decide if I want to give 3 or 4 starts, it is better than 3 but not quite 4. The service is great and the food is good, but, SO MUCH SALT! Way way too much! My braised pork would have been a masterpiece if not for the amount of salt. It can be added afterwards if there is not enough, why spoil amazing food? My partner said that his shredded beef enchilada was too spicy which wasn’t clear from the menu. Their gluten free options are very clearly marked and there is a lot of it! Many of those that don’t have a gf mark can be done gluten free, apparently, if you choose corn tortilla.

Joe Gilliam

Really cool spot. We came for weekend brunch, best hash I’ve had in a long time. Margarita was solid, salsas very flavorful. Staff is great too. My GF is celiac / gluten-free and they are very accommodating and helpful

Cynthia Ramsey

I like that they have "gluten friendly" options.

Kolene Evans

Gluten free options clearly marked which was nice. Had the taco salad which was delicious.

Tracy Lambert

Had great service and food at the bar for dinner. Always have an enjoyable time here and the servers I have had lately are really good knowing what I can and can't eat since I have to be gluten free. Also, love the ambiance here. #MatadorRocks

Stephanie Campbell

This place was perfect from start to finish! We rolled in with a party of 14, 11 of whom were kids, and the staff was immediately welcoming. The food was so delicious, and the drinks were *almost* too gorgeous to drink! The food was quick, the staff kind and helpful with splitting the check. The menu was clearly marked for gluten free items, a major plus. It was truly the best lunch and I'm so glad we found this place after exploring the cold tulip fields!

Eun R

This place has a lot of selections with gluten-free options. The waiting staff are very attentive. Cannot think of anything negative

MaddiezMunchies

Fish tacos were tasty but small for the price. Easy to eat there with a gluten intolerance. Ambience was lively and young (right by the UW). Make a reservation if possible! If it is warm sit outside, you can watch people pull up in the boat and paddle board parking on the lake which is fun!

smol peaches

Usually whenever my partner and I go there the service is pretty friendly :D also one of the employees gave my boyfriend the menu nutrition facts for what is gluten free cause of his celiac’s disease they are very knowledgeable and kind about making sure the food is safe for him to eat and that’s a very good quality when we look for places to eat at we don’t know that employees name but thank you for being kind to us :D we came back today and as usual very nice people.

lexy Henry

Food is amazing and ala carte. In house made corn tortillas. Great spot for someone with gluten sensitivity. The reason why I have it 4 stars is if the place is packed it can be hard to hear your dinner companion. They have outdoor seating as well.

Cody Dotson

We did catering for 40 and picked it up (wouldn't expect them do delivery 30 miles away). They were exactly on time, had everything right in the first go, and didn't give us lower quality food, everything you would expect if you were dining in. Easy and consistent, I'd call that a win. Plus, it works for people with pretty much all the allergies (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, gluten, pea protein, corn, love and happiness)

Jessica Bullington

Phenomenal! Fresh, high quality ingredients made into the tastiest dishes. This is our favorite restaurant and we frequently travel from Olympia for their tasty food! Service is always top notch and super friendly. I appreciate all the gluten free options. Yummy salsa, beans, and rice. Definitely recommend the guacamole, carne asada, Don Juan tacos, and carnitas. I’m sure everything on the menu is delectable.

Miron

Amazingly friendly staff. Great menu, with many accommodations for gluten free and vegan people.

Angie White

Great tasting food, with items available gluten free, and safe for this Celiac. The birria tacos were delicious and I didn't get sick at all! Note that not all of the items labeled gluten free actually are, so make sure to ask questions. In other words, the chips are cross contaminated in a shared fryer so they aren't safe.

Daniel Snoozy

Staff are friendly here and the food is tasty. I enjoy the allergen-friendly options (gluten-free, dairy-free) that are available.

Herbert Sedgwick

Tiffany Hively

Hadn't been here in some time but decided to stop in with the fam after a busy day. Food is great. We ate in and it was nice. Forgot how good the food is! The person helping us on the line was very visibly annoyed with my 9 year old daughter not being loud enough and with me asking questions making sure certain items were gluten free (allergy) but didn't take away from my good experience. They may have just been having a rough moment. We were last in line of a somewhat long line but they do get through very quickly! Will still highly recommend!

Lisa Fournier

If you are a foodie, this is your place! Rotating menu with unique specials, such as Garbanzo PR Pastel, smoked albacore santiago sandwich. Cubano is amazing! Also, take care of gluten free and vegetarian folks! Local ciders and beers. Thanks Conor!