Top 39 Gluten-Free Late-Night Spots to Enjoy in Syracuse

Christie Chafee

Wendy was awesome and fun, provided us with endless amounts of gluten as requested and deserves a big raise!

Riley Brennen

My Partner and I ordered online and upon arriving I was very impressed by the atmosphere in here. Lots of great places to sit and eat inside and outside. The aroma of food was amazing, it made my mouth water. The service was incredible, greeting every customer with a smile and took customer concerns very seriously. You can tell that the staff want the customers to have an authentic experience. I got the fried chicken sandwich and my partner got buffalo wings. Absolutely everything on the sandwich was fresh from the lettuce and tomato to the sauce. The wings here are like no other, they are practically boneless with a crispy exterior that makes them absolutely perfect. Strong hearts is also very inclusive of those with dietary restrictions, including a menu of gluten free and vegan options. Overall the entire experience here was amazing and I will definitely be a frequent customer

VpV

Great place to visit, the food was very good and super tasty. My wife has a celiac disease, and I am happy to report she had no issues with this place, and felt great after eating there. The place is small and can get very loud, kinda hard to talk to the people that you are eating with. Also, they did mess up our order and got us 2 of the ribs instead of what we ordered, but it was still very tasty. Overall very good place to go and eat, good atmosphere, music a bit too LOUD! Prices are good, we were 4 people had food and drinks and the bill was around $100 ( not including tip). Recommend.

Collin Phillips

Well, we've been dying to get food from here for a long time. It's kind of a local legend. Unfortunately, someone ordered gluten free/vegan pasta for a baby shower, and they forgot to make it gluten free. When friend called to address it, they basically refused to own they made the mistake. In fact, tried to blame it on Noro virus, apparently. Now I have a pregnant wife who had to deal with the chills, desire to vomit, and stomach cramps that come from her eating gluten. Thankfully I'm less worse off, but that's no solace considering the situation. The receipt itself flat out says 'Vegan', but does NOT say 'gluten free'. Person on the phone with friend who ordered this food claimed that usually it SHOULD say 'gluten free' as well, but "maybe catering does it differently". So, sad story I fear: Pastabilities messed up, we're sick from it, and they have more interest in pretending it wasn't a mistake and not addressing it further. We have the receipt still, in case anyone has doubts. In fact, I'mma just attach it to this review for further proof. Oh, and to deter the Noro virus claim here... symptoms of Noro usually last 1-3 days. Our symptoms lasted around 4 hours, before we finally uh... Purged, our systems, shall we say? Unfortunately, we couldn't figure out what caused it last night. So we ate more today, before realizing what the receipt said, and now we're right smack dab in the middle of bloating, wanting to vomit, all over again. Le sigh. But at least now, we know: we ate gluten. Response to Owner: We had a third person from our baby shower report feeling ill after eating the pasta, the only thing they had that night. : / I'll reach out, but considering your stance so far I doubt we will be coming to any beneficial conclusion here.

Chris Maertz

Great gluten free waffles. Get the brie bacon and basil waffle. Be sure to try their house sauce/syrup.

Matt Griffiths

Everything is great about this place except 1 thing.. they don't have a seperate fryer to prevent gluten contamination on fries. I chose this restaurant because my son is celiac and Kitty Hoynes was best GF restaurant in Syracuse.. please just get a small fryer for GF fries to go with those delicious burgers. Please.

Alexandria Rose

The gluten free Godiva cheesecake is highly recommended! My stomach was not upset after having it. The omelettes were awesome too and they accommodated my celiac restrictions.

Suds

Things to know: Slaw = Raw Cabbage (for texture! No Mayo. This is a good thing). Allergies = Super friendly. Clearly marked on all menu items; able to alter order for GF/DF for my wife who has Celiac. Ambiance = bomb. Music was straight passion pit and phoenix. Bob’s burgers on the TV. Chattering teeth toys hanging from the ceiling. What more can you ask for? Service = incredible. Andrea was knowledgeable, kind, helpful, and struck a great balance between making sure we had what we needed right away and leaving us be so we could enjoy our food. Her recommendations were spot on. Prices/portions = also spot on. Happy Hour = Half priced beer every day 4-7pm. It’s also not busy at all. Come here then. Creole Fish & General Tso’s Shrimp Tacos = to die for. Literally. The shrimp taco was so spicy it almost killed me. I loved every minute of it. Fly Bird = Nothing to write home about. This was my first visit and I hope I just caught them on a bad day, but I expected fresh tenders and these seemed like they were frozen/overly breaded. I’ll try again before I write it off wholesale. Redemption: the Fly Bird Custom Sauces were great and worth the extra $1.50. Try the Banana Pepper Honey Mustard. Perfect blend of sweet and spicy.

Lexy McCauley

Love this place! The food is so good. They have a great selection of drinks and food. I went with my family and most of us got burritos or tacos. I got the vegan burrito in a gluten-free wrap. Everyone enjoyed what they got. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and the origin of the restaurant name (Alto Cinco means high five and it has to do with everything being hand made). Cute shops and other restaurants around here, too!

Bethany Talarico

The only place I’ve ever had a gluten free Stromboli!

FansieGirl24

Small shop with 4 small tables for seating. Displayed slices and desserts looked delicious! We ordered a buffalo chicken ranch wrap and a Gluten Free pizza. The GF pizzas only come in a "medium" size, not by the slice. Service was quick and friendly!

Sophia

Amazing food and service our server Quentin was super kind and helpful. Super glad they have plenty gluten free options!!

T Shat

Had a veal dish and gluten free pasta, yummy. Sea bass was just outstanding

Emily Tarrant

We sat at the bar and had Calvin as our bartender/server. Absolutely phenomenal service! He was attentive and answered all of our questions about the menu. He was quick with service and didn’t rush us. I highly recommend going to the bar when he is working! All of the staff were amazing and friendly. The food was OUTSTANDING the sprouts appetizer is a must try! Their drink menu had a lot of options and there were plenty of gluten free and vegan options. The rustic atmosphere was much appreciated, so trendy and cute! If you haven’t been here yet, GO!

Rachelle Janiga

Good gluten free options.

Joseph Rizzo

The Build Your Own bowls are great. I would definitely order them again. Unfortunately, they forgot my added Fresh French Fries in my first takeout order from this restaurant. The food is great, I will give this restaurant another chance to do better. On February 27th 2025 I went back and ordered The Big Cuse Smash Burger on a gluten free bun with fries. It was amazing. Definitely worth the money.

Katherine Sosa

I was disappointed that dining in wasn’t an option BUT I was very happy with the food I took to go! As a celiac I haven’t had a calzone in ages. Its a rare food to find GF. I had the chicken, bacon, ranch & it was delicious! I also had the strawberry cake & the chocolate caramel cake, both yummy & moist (unlike many gf desserts). The attendee was super helpful & friendly. I’ll come back every time I visit Syracuse.

Tara Tapert

We were so lucky to have our hotel next door to this Dennys! I have Celiac disease and cannot have gluten. The waitress and cook were very mindful of this when preparing my omelette and hash browns, and I am happy to report I did not get glutened! The food was great and hot. Our waitress was fantastic. My only small qualm is that the women's restroom was dirty in 2/3 stalls- however as we were leaving, I heard staff talking about how it would be cleaned ASAP. This seems like a great location!

Kelly Tompkins

Menu is fun and unique for those that love pancakes and french toast mixed with cereal and desserts! It's a fun fusion of food. For those with food sensitivities this isn't the place to go. No gluten free pancakes or french toast. Service was quick. Mimosas are delicious!

john hand

Excellent food, excellent service, awesome gluten free choices. This was quite possibly the best restaurant meal we have had in years. Thank you to the amazing wait staff & to the skilled kitchen staff for a meal we'll remember for a very long time!

Colleen H

I have to be gluten-free and this restaurant had a nice selection. I had the barbecue pork flatbread and it was delicious. Crispy bread and great flavor. Thank you for having options and being aware of GF issues.

Serge Gilbert

Service, food, everything was perfect and even better full of gluten-free options for my wife who is celiac who was able to enjoy an excellent meal from starter to dessert without any compromise. Bravo to the owner Patrice and to our server Charles.

Josephine Fraga

Annie Marnell

Gluten free pizza is great

M R

They got the gluten free grill for those special people. Chef doesn’t linger or get weird or creepy. The Japanese sodas they have are good.

Tammra Schiller

Quick stop in Syracuse for dinner during a one night’s stay for a lacrosse tournament. We wanted something that had gluten free options and Mexican always has that option with corn tortillas and street tacos. We couldn’t be happier. Good authentic burritos for my husband and myself, and street tacos for my son. Of course the sangria margaritas were delicious. Friendly service, easy to get to, and plenty of parking. If we’re back for the same tournament next year, we’re definitely stopping by here again!

Alex Heller

The atmosphere was comfortable, it wasn't overly crowded and the food was phenomenal. Staff was attentive without being overbearing and they got all modifications done correctly. Plenty of gluten- free options

Lindsey Darvin

Excellent food with gluten free options!

Michelle Bersani

Highly recommend if you have celiac or can’t eat gluten. Lots of options including gluten free buns. Once my order was in, kitchen specifically sent my server to confirm whether I needed cross contamination precautions or not. Also great cider options if you miss the feeling of drinking a pint!

Sara

Stopped here on the way through Syracuse a few weeks ago. I got an iced oat milk latte and gluten free muffin - both which were tasty. My only complaint was the line was out the door and the organization of people was a bit chaotic. But it was also a holiday weekend right around when school resumed. I’ll definitely go back next time I’m in town.

Pamela Budnikas

Stopped in to Mona Lisa today, Sunday. They were serving a buffet menu all day, with different offerings for Breakfast, Brunch and Dinner. (On Sundays offerings are buffet only)My husband had the brunch buffet. There were some nice options, and all the food was homemade. Price seemed reasonable. I was unable to order the buffet as it contained many items which are not comparable with my dietary restrictions. They do have a gluten free menu but they are not contained on the buffet. Initially we considered not being able to stay, however after explaining my dilemma the owner graciously offered to make me one of the gluten free entrees. (See below for more info about dietary restrictions). I ordered the gnocchi with spinach, red pepper and Kalamata olives. It was definitely homemade and delicious. They were amazingly accommodating. Service was good. Would definitely recommend for those in need of gluten free.

Donna Reynolds

I love Wendy's food, which is why I continually endure the long wait at this location. I understand there is an issue getting help, but this particular Wendy's is ridiculously slow. Even when you order at the counter, the wait is endless. I am also not happy that the new ownership has eliminated the 10% senior discount. That's just petty. I'll still go there, though, because the food is fresh and hot, and I love the Southwest Avocado salad. I am gluten intolerant and there aren't many places I can order food for my husband and get something tasty for myself. Get some help, restore the senior discount, and I'll bump you to five stars!!!

Ryan Boyle

It’s easy to get diner food just right, but it’s just as easy to make a mess of it. I’m happy to say, I’ve always had a great meal at The Gem. When ever I’m on this side of town, it’s always my go-to for a fast simple meal (comfort food). Recently, I went by at lunch time, but hadn’t had breakfast that morning. I couldn’t decide what to have. Luckily, I could have both, and partook in the breakfast hamburger platter. Think ‘steak & eggs’ but instead of the steak, you get a burger just the way you like it with all the trimmings (minus the bun) AND eggs, home fries, and toast. (I tend to stay away from gluten, but still, you get the idea). This has since become my new favorite breakfast!

Mrs. M (Kaiyashu)

Absolutely delicious! My husband had the pork and squid barbecue and I had the hibachi chicken. We ordered edamame and an Amsterdam sushi roll to hold us over until our entrees were ready, but the service was very fast and the portions were bigger than we expected! And if you tell them what food allergies you have, they can modify many of their dishes for you. They brought me gluten free soy sauce too! What a great place to eat, we're definitely coming back during our next trip to Syracuse!

kristina beeman

Spent $60 on a large pizza, 20 wings, and a gluten free pizza with a side of blue cheese. Almost 2 hours for delivery, food was luke warm upon arrival and the gluten free pizza was completely soggy. Additionally, they forgot the requested blue cheese. This is the 2nd or 3rd time in a row that there have been issues with our order within the last few months so we have pretty much given up. For what is being charged, especially for a gluten free pizza ($20 for a small-medium) the quality would definitely expect it to be better.

Michelle Wirth

Probably the best burger I've had in my life, and the gluten free hamburger bun held together beautifully.

Lori Forrester

Gluten free milk shakes after working 3 hours in the veggie garden!

Olivia

Stopped in for lunch on Black Friday - TONS of gluten free options, with some of the very best gluten free chicken fingers I have ever had! The nachos were also amazing, you could tell they had a little Indian twist to them. My family and I already agreed we will be back. Definitely recommend!

the barn

Old time feel...gluten sensitive & vegetarian options but nothing is both gs & v..otherwise great!