Top 11 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in New Smyrna Beach

Felicia Coleman

This place is my ultimate favorite restaurant! So many yummy gluten free and vegan options!

heidi nichter

Loved it!! Great staff. Beautiful atmosphere!

Madison Saravia

I’ve always been a fan of Third Wave, but our most recent visit left something to be desired. The menu felt unclear, making it difficult to distinguish between entrées, appetizers, and small plates. Service was underwhelming, and unfortunately, many menu items were unavailable. Our server also seemed unsure about gluten-free options, which was disappointing. That said, the ambience remained as charming and inviting as ever—one of the consistent highlights of dining here.

Linda Smith

After reading glowing reviews, we decided to try SoNapa Grille in New Smyrna Beach. The atmosphere was lovely—inviting and cozy. Initially, we were seated in a very noisy area, so we asked to be moved to a quieter spot. Although the staff member assisting us needed to get "permission" to reseat us (despite several open tables), they ultimately accommodated our request and moved us to a much more peaceful, private table, which we appreciated. The food was good, though not quite as exceptional as I had hoped based on the reviews. That said, the staff was very accommodating of my gluten allergy, which I greatly appreciated. Our server, Ian, was friendly and eager to help, though he wasn’t particularly knowledgeable about gluten-free options. To his credit, he brought over another server who was extremely helpful and well-informed. I ordered margaritas, which were just okay—disappointingly watery, especially given the price. I’ve had far better elsewhere. Prices overall were on the higher side, which I expected, but I also anticipated a higher standard in terms of flavor and presentation. We’d heard rave reviews about the donut bread pudding, so my husband gave it a try. Being gluten-free, I couldn’t taste it myself. He said it was good, but not outstanding—more like eating a muffin with a scoop of ice cream, a drizzle of caramel, and chopped pecans. It didn’t have the texture or richness you’d expect from a classic bread pudding, and he was surprised it didn’t come with a rum sauce. He said he wouldn’t order it again. I had the flourless chocolate cake, which came with a scoop of ice cream. It was very good—rich, dense, and chocolatey—exactly what you’d expect from a flourless chocolate dessert. I’d definitely order it again, especially since it appeared to be the only gluten-free dessert option on the menu. Overall, SoNapa Grille is a very nice restaurant, but the food didn’t quite live up to the hype or the price point. We’ll likely return, though with more modest expectations. Next time, we might stick to the flatbreads—I've heard great things, and they offer a gluten-free crust— and pair it with a glass of wine and maybe a dessert. $150 for two entrées (filet medallions and chicken marsala with steamed spinach), two margaritas, and two desserts felt steep given the overall experience. Still, the ambiance and service were strong points, and I’m willing to give it another shot with a simpler order next time.

Rebecca Charette

Love it here! There are plenty of gluten free menu. I’m also allergic to peanuts and tree nuts. As soon as I tole them they let me know all the options. great service. Brought my puppy for his birthday and they gave him steak tips and whip cream. 🩵

Christine Margot Marie Sessions-Portanova (AstroChrissy)

The best gluten-free French toast I ever had. So glad they were able to accommodate my food allergy. Cozy atmosphere, delicious tastes. We waited a bit when we were sat initially, but they are always busy & I understand how it is when working in the restaurant industry.

June Visosky

Great spot. Knowledgeable staff and fabulous food. Gluten free and vegan options (the wraps are not gf). We had vegan gf nachos and the Chipotle Sungoddess rice.

Sadie Brantley

Amazing place to eat with your fur babies!! Plenty of outdoor seating. Gorgeous patio. VERY dog friendly. My friends and I came here with our 3 dogs and had a blast. Food is 7/10, it's good but not amazing - BUT will definitely be back with my dog just for the service (MARIA<3), and the patio. Also very gluten free friendly!!

Angela Vanhoose

Michael Tepedino

Had gluten free options. Gluten free options didn’t get me sick. The service was awesome. Chefs choice options, just make it gluten free. Hot sauce on table was great. Will be back!

Jo Beth Latimer

ThIs is a local hidden treasure on New Symnra. Great pizza! They offer a variety of Italian food. They have gluten-free options as well. The place is small but there is a 6 person table top. They have a larger outdoor patio that is heated in the winter. This is a charming place with a full bar. The service was great. It does take time because all pizzas are made to order. Of your in a hurry than to to would be a great option. They also work with delivery services such as Uber Eats. There is limited parking in front of the restaurant. There is a larger parking lot that is free parking about a block away. They have nice, clean restrooms and a fun atmosphere that makes this a great choice for an evening with family friends and good food.

Jeff Willis

Black Grouper sandwich was amazing. Even offered a lettuce bun for those who are gluten free or on keto.

christie stephens

Amazing food! Large portions, come with a choice of 6 sides. Bonus, they have gluten free options which my sister tested and they passed! The assistant manager, Antonio was very helpful. Reasonable prices and very clean establishment.

Jessica Reinhardt

The staff here was so kind and friendly! My son is Gluten Free and they were beyond accommodating! The food was FANTASTIC!! Just an overall great experience and this will be a new local favorite for us!

Andrea Chenoweth

We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner at The Grille at Riverview and cannot recommend them enough! They were able to set up a menu with options of our choosing for the guests, appetizers and desserts including. The food was amazing. We chose the blackened chicken pasta (my personal favorite when I go), mahi mahi with an amazing lemon butter sauce, and the prime rib. All of it was so good. I can’t stop thinking about the mini cheesecake dessert they had. The servers were spectacular and accommodating for our guests with gluten allergies and who were vegan! Highly recommend having lunch or dinner here, or hosting a birthday or party!

Katie Watson

We loved our experience at Outriggers! In town for the Daytona 500 and heard about this place from a friend. Our waitress, Carly, was SO great. She had excellent recommendations and accommodated a gluten allergy in our group. If you’re looking for great cocktails, fresh seafood, and great service, check out Outriggers.

Gloria Curtis

I’m giving this wonderful restaurant 3 stars because you don’t offer gluten free pasta. I understand that you make your own pasta, which is by far the best I’ve ever had. However I have a gluten allergy. If I were to eat your delicious home made pasta I will have bloating, gas pains and everything that goes with that for 3 days. I and my husband are local. We would come to the garlic much more than once every few months if we had the opportunity to enjoy a pasta that is not maid from wheat flour. It would be a great addition to your menu to add a rice pasta, spaghetti, linguine, or risotto. I’m sure there are many people who have a gluten allergy that would find this to be there number one restaurant to dine at whenever in the mood for Italian cuisine.

WILLOW ROBERTS

The gluten free options are filling with plenty of options to appease many. The pho is seasoned with synergistic blends that are not over saturated with salt making it very palatable on the senses. We sat outside and the temp couldn't be more perfect with an upbeat, happy, piano, remix of 90s in the background. Jen our waitress was one of the best. Old school style, on point, consistent and great conversationalist giving each guest the connection they deserved. We will def be back.

Mark Jordan

Amazing! New favorite restaurant! Great food, great service, great atmosphere, and overall a great experience. We had pretzels, shrimp, onion petals, burgers, ahi salad, seafood, gluten free options, drinks, everything was excellent.

Timothy Wheeler

I went into Baci's at about 12 o clock, on a Wednesday. I'm guessing they hadn't been open for long. There was only a few customers, and only about 3 employees. We sat ourselves, and soon had menus. Me and my sister are gluten free, so we ordered a gluten free pizza crust. (I added a few things to mine, and the man waiting on us didn't seem to mind). The food took about 25-35 minutes. A bit long for a pizza, but I figured that if you're adding stuff to it, and making it gluten free, it may take longer. We ordered a cesar salad, and I wasn't terribly impressed. I think the dressing had too much lemon juice. When the pizza came out, it was worth waiting for. It wasn't stodgy or extremely small, like gluten free pizzas usually are. I saved my mine leftovers, and ate it later. A little pricier than I thought, but inflation and all that, I'm not going to give them a hard time.

Eugene King

The staff were welcoming, friendly, and efficient. We were seated immediately and placed our order quickly with a good turnaround time. The entrée as well as dessert were excellent, my wife and I had the trout special which was superb. They had no problem with changing the menu to avoid allergies including gluten and nuts. Would definitely recommend them, my wife and I will be back!

Marc Sing

This place is amazing!!!! We’ve been to the Port Orange location and this one is just as amazing! We love it and this is the first time bringing the family! My wife has Celiac and they are very attentive and have a dedicated fryer and an extensive gluten free menu!! Burgers were great! Seafood platter was great! Shrimp scampi and fish dip was amazing and the peanut butter pie was PHENOMENAL! We will be back for sure!!!

Clarence Harvey

Meghan Scrivener

Super delicious hole in the wall! A must try. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but the portions are the right size, the taste is authentic and tasty, and the staff is really attentive. I am gluten free and I had a very easy time getting gluten free options, here, and opted for a corn taco and had chips and salsa and queso. Highly recommend the Al pastor tacos!

Jason Schoeneberg

Fun busy atmosphere. Lots of pizza and pasta options. Craft Italian beer menu almost with standards of the beer and wine. Offers gluten free pizza and penne.

Sandra Enoch

Chef is native Italian. Well composed delicious dishes, beautifully served. Knowledgeable wait staff with pleasing personalities. Very good wine list. Nice entertainment about 3 nights per week. Please bring back crème brulée dessert, though it is French, not Italian. Note: gluten free pasta is available with most pasta dishes.

H. Cunningham

I've never had to wait for a table here. They have a few gluten free options. Portions are a good size and reasonably priced. They have a full bar

Rachel Hale

Holy cow!! Stopped by this morning on our way to the beach!! I had the BEST gluten free avocado toast of my life!! The customer service was amazing!! Can’t wait to come back and try more things!! Thank you!

Clayton Lewis

The folks at Flagler Ave went above and beyond to accommodate my challenging dietary restrictions (low fodmap) by making a sauce from scratch for my pizza. They were understanding and careful to check the safety of each ingredient. I would recommend them especially for anyone on a gluten-free, low fodmap or similar diet. Thanks again for the delicious meal!

Larry Bramble

One of our favorite places for gluten-free meal on the water. Dinner and a show! Lots of boats. Crab legs are great. May have to wait for a table but worth the wait. Added benefit is all-valet parking. Hard to see the entrance, really is down that driveway. Follow the sign.

Donald Evans

Patsy Stadler

Jordan Lee

Rachel Hale

Thank you so much for an incredible dining experience! It is not always easy to accommodate my gluten allergy but you guys were awesome!! We can’t wait to come back!

Carin Kelly

Calvin Stone

Billy Bourke

Patty Bowman

Great service!! Our son has celiac and our server was well educated and informed about the GF options on the menu and service was great too! The manager came out and spoke to us about the precautions they were taking in the kitchen to accommodate his condition. Food was great too!

Ingrid Brent

Ginger Baggett

A must stop. You gotta get somethin ice cream aaaaaaand somethin food. Not just 1. This is the way. Izzy's is our always must stop on our way to or from the beach. Usually both. The staff are the most polite group of teens ever assembled outside of the Disney channel. (We're always in the ToGo window...they may have full adults inside...) Hard to find good gluten free food (especially fried) so the fried fish tacos are usually a standard with whatever else we're tryin that day. I've tried every taco on the list, they're all worth a retry. The ice cream is also always exceptional. My new joy of life is their affagato. Espresso, ice cream, caramel,& whip cream....tis stranger slapping good. Just give it a try, be NICE, & tip. It'll be worth it all.

Donald Ford

Anelia Alex

Very nice and relaxing. Food is fresh and clean. Wish they have gluten free Buns or bread or wraps. They do have GF pasta and pizza, but haven't tried it yet. I do love that they are dog friendly as I go everywhere with my pup.

scott arnold

I have eaten at many Mexican restaurants from New England to Florida and have never left a review for a Mexican restaurant. The reason I am now, is because the food was truly the best Mexican food I have ever had. I was visiting my parents in FL from NH and we chose La Fiesta because my daughter was looking for gluten free food. All 5 of my family members agreed the food was terrific! We all received something different and all of us said this Mexican food was awesome! Fresh, quality and great portions. The building is a historic building near the ocean in beautiful New Smyrna Beach. Treat yourself to a true 5 star experience.

Lesley Wood

I was so disappointed with this place. We had booked based on our experience of the outdoor bar which had been great. We went last night (Friday) Drinks took 20 minutes to arrive and were okay but not as good as they had been at the bar outside. The waiting staff looked rushed off their feet and stressed but were really polite and pleasant. The menu looked good but my food experience was really poor. I ordered one of the specials which was charged at a premium price. I asked if it could be gluten free, however they had no gluten free tacos and I was offered the option of my grouper being served as it was, or being wrapped in a lettuce leaf or served in a toasted gluten free bun. My understanding was that I opted for a gluten free bun and there was an additional charge of 50c to replace the soft tacos. I was okay with this as I appreciate the gluten free bread costs more. I discovered later that the 50c was to pay for the lettuce!!!! In other places I have some great gluten free work rounds with the food served in a way that looks appetising. However this was not one of those places I was served something really messy and unpleasant looking on a 50c lettuce leaf. The fish was covered in what looked like a shop bought sauce and on searching I discovered there was what looked like a teaspoon of pico de Gallo underneath the fish and what may or may not have been a sliver of avocado. It looked a mess and was cold when it arrived and not good value. I was so disappointed as this was supposed to be a romantic holiday meal and I felt that I could not reasonably accept something this substandard. I asked about the bun and was told that the 50c charge was for the lettuce leaf and not the bun and that this was a further three dollars. I was pretty put out by this as there was no compensation for the fries or tacos that I did not receive as I was gluten free and was being basically served fish with a side of squash and a squirt of sauce. I asked for a manager and was told they would give me a gluten free bun free of charge which I accepted in the hope that my experience might be improved. I had not anticipated that my meal was to be taken away for ten minutes whilst my partner sat patiently letting his get cold as he ate it slowly waiting for mine to return. The fish from my meal was literally scraped off the lettuce and put in a toasted bun and served on a new plate and the plate with my lettuce returned in case I wanted to add this to the bun rather than a new meal being served. The lettuce by this point was just a mess of scraped off fish and sauce and soggy. By this time I wanted to cry as the whole meal had been ruined and was struggling. Meals are more than just calories on a plate, they are about an experience. My partner and I were looking to have a lovely holiday meal something that you make memories from and instead we ate separately and I ended up with a meal that was cold and unpleasant and looked like something a gull had dropped on it's way by. How much effort did it need to take to serve something that looked appetising and edible? I paid the full price and wanted something nice like any other customers and the chance to eat with my partner and relax, even before the bun debacle the meal was not acceptable and looked awful. I have been to many places that have managed to serve something gluten free and make it look like a treat and not a punishment, that includes in New Smyrna. The sad thing is I don't even feel like I can come back to the bar that we first loved now based on this experience. For the price this should have been a better experience. It really spoiled a relaxing night we both needed so much. I have given a low rating on service not because the staff were bad, they were lovely, but the overall service and response to a dietary requirement was awful. You pretty much ruined our evening.