Top 37 Gluten-Free Spots for Outdoor Dining in Evanston

Melissa Abraham

Long ago, I loved this place. They had the best brunches. Then I became allergic to soy and gluten. They have almost no options for those with allergies - they are completely stuck in the past. The menu needs a major overhaul after 20 years and overall the place is run down. It's unfortunate.

Kelsey Grander

Super delicious breakfast/brunch place! The safest I’ve felt eating out. Celiac safe, gluten free menu and kitchen protocols

Daniel Huerta

Great stuff and food. Gluten free menu is amazing. Good price and portion.

Emanuel Pollack

Good setting for large groups. A bit dated but does belong in a college town. Extensive menus with gluten free pizzas. Pizzas are great and not skimpy. Biggest drawbacks are the high prices. Service is polite and efficient.

Kelly Kerwin

The best gluten free crust in the Chicagoland area!

Raj Joshi

Cozy environment, great food and good service. We had a fulfilling lunch which included Tamarind noodles (chicken), chicken robata, salmon rolls, Yakitori Don with Jasmine tea on the side. Food was tasty and the portion size was appropriate. We will go back there again. I don’t believe they serve alcohol but that is fine. Great gluten free options. This is a gem of a place. You will not be disappointed.

Five Star Search

Cupitol is a must whenever I am visiting the area. I love how they offer wait staff if you want service, or cafe style seating if you choose. The breakfast sandwiches have a gluten free option and the matcha is pure perfection.

Hannah Trautner

Best gluten free donut I have had in the 9 years I have been gluten free. A little crispy on the outside but super soft on the inside. Also had the gluten free bread with a breakfast sandwich which was also quite tasty. Coffee was good too! Another morning I had a gf cinnamon roll which was also pretty good.

Abby Trojanek

This place is AMAZING! The food and service is phenomenal. They have the best gluten free options, definitely worth the drive!

Claudia Johnson

Absolutely amazing!!! We celebrated our anniversary at NaKorn, and they made our special occasion spectacularl!! The staff was very attentive and the menu easily accommodated my allergies (gluten and dairy) My husband and I shared several small plates and an entree. All the food was served fresh, quick and SO delicious! The sweet potato croquettes were absolutely my favorite!!! We can't wait to go back !

Janelle Johann

Great service. Our server was so personable and she was on the ball the whole meal. The food was super filling and tasty. So many delicious sauces and gluten free options.

Claire Naoma Klaisner

We went to this restaurant because I have celiac and were looking for a place that offered some nutritious gluten-free options . This place looked liked it fit the bill. I ordered the salmon toast. Sadly for the price paid, the quantity was not what we expected. All I received was a single slice of gluten free toast on a bed of mixed greens topped with creamed cheese, cucumber, and a few slices of lox. I left the restaurant hungry .

Michele Chinsky

Great food, great service and a very pleasant space to sit outside. Menu clearly marks gluten free and vegan options. Definitely a place to try

Rhona Reagen

We recently returned to the area and the first restaurant we wanted to visit was Kabul House. Still has excellent food, HUGE portions, and the renovated space is beautiful! Our waiter was very attentive and food arrived quickly. Kabobs are excellent - our favorite, Kadu, (stewed pumpkin) is now available as an entree. Several options available for gluten free and vegetarian diners. Open for lunch and dinner - ample parking on the side of the building.

Paul Downs

Food is ok when you get what you actually ordered. Service is not attentive or knowledgeable. Put wrong food in front of people and told them it was something different, including gluten free. Staff clearly needs much better training. Or perhaps different staff. Was almost pushed out the door 20 min before closing. Less than impressed.

Princess Kelly

My server was Audra if I’m not mistaken , she was a sweetheart and gave great recommendations. It was my boyfriend and I first time there and we will definitely be coming back the grapefruit margaritas were delicious & so was the food ! They had gluten free buns & options! I was also able to bring my fur baby ( puppy ) to eat with me in their outside area . Dog friendly & gluten free ☺️

Mario Pino

I am a devoted coffee drinker. In the US, I always order a black americano to test coffee shops. So many times, I received not just a bad coffee, but with a lot of water, no flavour... in summary, a total failure. It has been wonderful to find this place. Not just the americano coffee has flavour, body, an exact proportion between coffee and water, but also de vibe of the place is wonderful. Lovely place to work or to share a coffee with someone. Super nice staff. Totally recommended! *They also have pretty good vegan-gluten free paistries!

Pam Poglitsch

Great service Good food. Gluten free and veganian food also. See pictures.

R J

I'm in town for a class. I found this spot 5 minutes away and ordered puck up. They have many GF labeled options on the menu. I ordered the tilapia with mashed potatoes and spinach and the potato salad, both were delicious. On my order I noted celiac and gluten free for all items, even though they are marked. When they brought the order out to me, the gentleman immediately told me that all of the items in my order are GF and precautions were taken to avoid contamination.... that gave them 5 stars in my book! I recommend and would return for sure.

Ada Dunn

Mikey B

All of it, DYNAMITE 🧨! You want a culinary experience, boom, here it is. The service is top notch. You’ll be greeted so warmly. The French restaurant with a Mediterranean flare to it. It’s beautiful. It’s simple. It’s approachable. It’s delicious and it’ll impress you. I have so many good words to say about our time here. I was nervous about dairy-free and gluten-free options for me. It wasn’t a bother to them. They assured me that they have a separate “free from gluten” kitchen area. All was good. Get anything, it’s all good. My recommendations though are under the Mediterranean specialties- the vegetables with cous cous (but they made it with quinoa for me) and please go with the chocolate mousse. Unbelievable. Also, best espresso martini I’ve ever had. Enjoy.

Annette Doherty

Erik was so helpful with our order and even stepped it outside so we could stay with our dogs. Love that it’s vegan and has gluten free options.

Philip Cantore

Excellent, meaty, tender rib tips. Sauce ison the side, which is a plus in my book. Also worth noting, the pound I ordered did not have a lot of cartilage and gristle. This does not come with bread like it many other places, which is a good thing for me since I am gluten-free (GF). They do not serve french fries, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Instead, they have many different southern sides, such as mac & cheese and sweet potatoes. The staff were exceptionally helpful and cheery. The menu clearly highlights items that are gluten-free for anyone with dietary restrictions. The interior was under construction at the time of writing this review, but they have a handful of picnic bench-style tables so people can eat while their food is fresh. It was also very clean inside despite the remodeling. A big contrast compared to many places I have been to in Chicago’s south and west sides. The only downside was the price for some items. $6 for a side when you are dining alone for lunch or dinner can be a tad steep.

Iva Bradford

Ross Olivia Karreman

I have celiac disease and the only Chicago pizza place where I can eat with confidence of little or no cross-contamination is Giordano's! The Evanston location on Chicago Ave did not disappoint! Dan, our server, was super nice. He even let me try the sangria before I purchased it. Plus lots of groovy memorabilia too. And lastly, clean & efficient.

Mike Sutera

They have gluten free buns great alternative, would have given 5 stars but high chance of cross contamination with the fries sharing the same deep fryer as gluten based goods..

Kirby Toalson

Very nice rooftop patio in Evanston. Consistently good food and drinks! Gluten free options are very good

Susan Lampe

Great food & very helpful with choosing the right items on the menu that are gluten free.

Sarah Lisy

Great dinner. We both had beef stew. Had a nice sparkling rose to start and gluten-free chocolate chip cookies to finish.

Chelsea Sherlock

Excellent healthy, vegan, and gluten free free options

Chelsea Sherlock

Delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere. I had the seafood risotto and a friend enjoyed their gluten free pasta.

Rose M Cannon

First time here today, meeting colleagues at 4 pm. Appears roomier than Einstein's bagels down the street...just ordered a large iced Americano...superb, smooth, not bitter. I'll be back...parking a little tight as usual for this area, but worth the hassle to be able to eat vegan and vegetarian or gluten free

Melissa Roche

Nice latte and gluten free desserts were very good. It was nice to see the option! Great atmosphere and definitely looking forward to coming back.

Joanna Northage-Orr

I love the food, everything I’ve tried has been very tasty. A close friend of mine is visiting and is very intolerant of gluten, this is one of the few restaurants that’s taken the care to make sure her food is safe and she was able to enjoy her dinner without getting sick. I especially like that they highlighted the allergy notes on the ticket. I wasn’t able to get ahold of them on the phone to ask about allergies but I was able to use the chat feature on their Google listing which was quick and easy!

Natalie

Easily the best breakfast spot in Evanston!! Service is always super friendly and all of their dishes taste great and come in pretty big portions. Vegan & gluten free options too, including gluten free pancakes!

Stephen Hudson

Love the atmosphere in this old brick building and the entrance off the alley. Beautiful bar and very well prepared entrees. More than a steakhouse. Would like to see gluten reduced beer selection and wider bourbon and Scotch selection.

Chris Cargill