Top 18 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy in Utica

Sarah Vacca

This is a great place! You know it is great when you pull in the parking lot on a week night and the place is packed. We didn't have a reservation and didn't have to wait any longer than 10 minutes. The service was good and the food was high quality with reasonable prices. Don't get me wrong, you can easily spend $100 for two people if you have drinks and desserts. Overall a good experience, I just wish they had gluten free dessert. They do offer gluten free pasta.

Rachel DeFazio

Let me start by saying I absolutely love the Albany Swifty’s. Food has been amazing every time and they always get my gluten free order right. My husband was in the Utica area so we decided to get takeout to bring home. We got home and not only was the order wrong but the chicken was RAW. I know this is first world problems but I had to throw out my dinner. Very disappointing experience. We called the restaurant and they did void our credit card payment which was nice but I will not be going here again.

Bethany Talarico

Gluten free pizza is tasty, but definitely not prepared in cross-contamination free space. I would avoid if you have extreme food sensitivities/allergies as I felt unwell for about a day after eating here. Restaurant is also very cold.

Kates Daughter

If you are in Utica you must dine here. If you are not in Utica, go there just to dine here. Talk about feeling like you are home! This family makes you so welcome, and the food is outrageously delicious. Be sure to try the Turkish coffee that they offer. I said no, initially then thankfully changed my mind! We were a party of five and every one of us loved our respective dishes. My brother has Celiac disease and they were wonderful with him. He did mourn over not being able to have the lush pita! The lamb was tender. The salads were crisp. The hungry sailor boys with us were stuffed when we left. Seriously. One of the best places to eat in the greater Utica area.

Miranda C

Update: Thank you Jason for reaching out I appreciate a business that cares for their customers. Starting on a good note. Everything we ate was absolutely amazing. I usually do not have many issues but last night there were many issues. I ordered curbside pick up and talked to nice woman on the phone and we talked about my husband’s gluten free order and I ordered a slice of cannoli pie. When I got there I waited 15 minutes after texting. I usually get a text back saying okay or we will be out shortly but there was no communication. I tried another 5 minutes calling and nothing. So I had to wake up my sleeping baby and take him inside which he was not happy about. Only for me to get home and see they did not give me gluten free pasta for my husband and gave us a cannoli instead of cannoli pie. I called and they said we could come pick up new food. I sent my husband and still he came back and opened bag and it was a cannoli not cannoli pie. And I would think with the price of gas they would at least offer reimbursement on the dessert but nothing. However I am thankful that they tried to correct the issue and they were nice on the phone.

Kevin “The Colonel” F C

Honestly decent place to grab a burger and fries and usually is safe for those of us with Celiac. Just pay attention to the prep of your food and handling though, I got fries today and didn't notice a new employee touched them with his gloves on that has already been touching buns of bread. This resulted in cross contaminated french fries and I paid the price!!! Prices are rising so this is a $20 burger/fries/drink joint nowadays too FYI. Burger flavor and toppings selection all great and lots of quality there too.

Marisa Raso

I brought my management committee here for an amazing culinary experience and that is just what we had. I worked with the staff to reserve multiple tables and reviewed the menu to ensure the vegan, and gluten-free requirements still allowed for many delicious options on their menu. Once seated all the tables received the charcuterie and cheese boards immediately so we could relax, drink some wine from NY state and enjoy the conversation. The staff was attentive and made us feel welcomed and our VIPs had wonderful things to say about the ambiance, small plates, drinks and desserts. The next day at the actual meeting we were still talking about the experience and raved about the local food and beverages. The chef(s) are very talented and we look forward to dining here again soon.

Tom K

We had the brunch which was wonderful The menu has some very nice options The chef is very accommodating and prepared our meals gluten free The best brunch in Utica

Christie Schleider

After visiting Emerson Ave Coffee a few times I can honestly say that I am always greeted with a smiling face, fast service and great atmosphere! Wonderful spot! AND they gave gluten free baked goods, it's not always easy to find a delicious treat I can enjoy with my beverage. Also several tea options available 10/10 recommend

Bill Shafer

They had some gluten-free options here for my wife! 10–20

Brice DeWire

Good NY style pizza. Offer 24" pizzas. Good Gluten free pizza as an option.

Rachelle Janiga

Excellent food and Gluten free options available.

Lacey Aylesworth

Hands down the best gluten free chicken francaise I have ever had, and the chicken riggies are the best in Utica!

Adriana Tejada

Gluten free Turkey bacon sandwich on point 😍😍

Eun Schultz

Lorelei Morrow

Bella Regina is the true definition of an excellent restaurant. As an individual who cannot consume gluten, Bella Regina has plenty (!) of GF options that easily could pass as the real-deal. All food is made to order, so each dish that arrives at your table is freshly made and ready to absolutely melt in your mouth. The rice balls with the homemade red sauce, the chicken francaise and the gluten free pasta were all divine and so flavorful. Moreover (in addition to the out-of-this-world excellent food), the staff is so kind, engaging, lively and thoughtful. On top of it all, I’ve never been to a more dog-friendly restaurant in my life. If the above doesn’t qualify Bella Regina as the best restaurant in Utica, I don’t know what would! Thank you for the excellent evening.

Faye Eichholzer

We wanted to try a new brunch place to celebrate our 29th anniversary. So glad we found this special spot. It’s a family owned Eastern Europe restaurant with impeccable service and food. We sampled from the extensive coffee/ tea menu and then chose the Turkish breakfast, the Bosnian sausage, fried dough, crepes and tres leches . Unique decor with fireplace and umbrellas hung outside where patrons eat when weather permits. So nice to frequent local small businesses. Their Facebook page features the whole family on vacation in their native land plus photos of the special foods offered at Yummalicious. Gluten free and vegan options were available. We will be back!

Robert Kent