Top 35 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating to Enjoy on Hilton Head Island

Amber Easterling

I felt like I was in Heaven when I walked in! 100% gluten-free! I could have anything! This was the best grilled cheese I’ve had in my life! And my blueberry scone was amazing! I took the coffee cake with me for breakfast tomorrow! I cannot wait until my next visit!! And they make ordering ahead on their App so easy!

OMAS HAUS

I don’t like to spread negativity but what I experienced here bothered me so much that I feel I need to call out the individual. My husband and I went here on a whim to get coffee and dessert (they have two wonderful gluten free desserts). The actual restaurant here is very nice, however upon Aririving we approached the hostess stand and while the hostess ( who was very polite and welcoming) was trying to communicate with us about where we would like to sit a lady standing at the bar, interrupted our conversation very loudly and said “ you can sit anywhere you want” while she may have had good intentions, she was obviously an owner or manager, her over bearing interjecting suggested that the hostess was to incompetent to communicate with us on her own and find us the right table. We sat down in the bar area and our kind waiter came to get our order and we ate our delicious desserts and drank our coffee. At some point our waiter was behind the bar trying to make a Bloody Mary. The same lady still standing at the end of the bar yells at him across the bar as he takes out the Bloody Mary mix from underneath the bar “ SHAKE THAT UP”, before he has a chance to respond she yells at him again, and once he realizes she is yelling at him he gently shakes the bottle, again, since I guess this was not not good enough for her, even louder she yells with disdain and irritation “SHAKE THE BLOODY MARY MIX”, the proceeds to roll her eyes. He was flustered and a little humiliated at this point and I felt for him. I would just like to say to whoever owns or runs this establishment, I noticed that there was Christian music playing through the speakers. Is this Christian behavior? This waiter was clearly somewhat new and trying to figure things out. He was. a little slow, but he was very kind and polite. What happened to patiently teaching someone with respect? A negative personality like this can affect your whole restaurant, while I understand everyone can have a bad day, when is it ok to humiliate someone, just because you have a little power?

Colin McCranie

We had excellent broiled shrimp and scallops. The inside was very nice and on a good day the patio seating would be nice. We came here because we read it had good safety precautions for those with gluten issues (like Celiac disease). The staff was knowledgeable about this and our daughter enjoyed eating out trying grilled shrimp and veggies. Would definitely come back.

Kenyon Rooker

My wife has celiac disease. To set the table, we went to two different restaurants before coming to Poseidon one evening and both ended up being disasters, one telling us after the food arrived that they “have no idea” what ingredients are in a certain item on the plate. We got up from the table and left. I arrived at Poseidon and immediately spoke with the GM Misty and told her about our night. She reassured us that she would oversee the entire preparation of our meal and ensure everything in her power would be done to prevent cross contamination for my wife. Not only was the food delicious and prepared safely, but Misty brought us a gluten free dessert on the house when our meal was finished. Paying for the mistakes of other restaurants in order to give us a spectacular experience is something I haven’t seen at a restaurant in a very long time. We were absolutely blown away by the level of care and service provided to us last night. We will 100% be returning every time we visit Hilton Head. Thank you so much to Misty, Barb, and the entire Poseidon staff involved in making this a 5-star experience!

jenna malamud

Food and service was wonderful. I came here a few days in a row on my vacation! The waitlist was accurate and gave me flexibility to walk around. Also - I have celiac and the menu was extremely easy to navigate as someone with an allergy!

Ashley K

Do not eat here if you have a gluten allergy! It says eat at your own risk though there are labeled gluten free items. It’s been a long time since I’ve been fluttered this bad - on top of that the fees are outrageous they messed up the order - just avoid this place

Lauren Schneider

12/10 recommend this lovely place. The service was wonderful, make a reservation for sure, the good was phenomenal. I'm gluten free (intolerant) and they had plenty of options, all their sauces are gf, even their Alfredo! I kind of took one of their dishes and tweaked it, and it was so delicious. The atmosphere was so relaxing, so clean and crisp, not too loud. I have nothing but good things to say, which isn't always the case, especially on vacation. After our day in the sun, this was exactly the relaxing, comfortable, & lovely vibe of a place we wanted.

Brett Taylor

Great Service and Gluten Free Burger

Brad Rubini

Great server, the pizza was very good, my wife had a gluten free pizza and was very happy with it. I enjoyed mine too.

Sarah nez

Delicious food. Great atmosphere, and Service. We were served immediately, they had great music, tvs, and great decor. The chairs were comfortable, I'm gluten free and had an option to make any pizza with a cauliflower crust. Bon appetit!

Kaitlyn Stone

This is always our first stop for lunch when we get to HHI each summer. Last Saturday, 8/3, they were down staff and had a busy lunch crowd. We watched both waitresses absolutely hustle the entire time to make sure everyone continued to have exceptional service. They were both so personable and took time to chat with us even though they were slammed. They even went above and beyond in still making a gluten-free version of their banana cream pudding for me, which I know took extra time and effort. We’ve loved Low Country for years because the food is always amazing, but this year, the service was equally as impressive. Thanks for always taking care of your customers and making one of the best gluten-free desserts on the island!

Janek Nikicicz

Amazing place to grab a bite. Think "Chipotle" but higher quality and good. The staff is friendly, the food is excellent, the prices are reasonable, and the outdoor seating area is nice. And the queso is gluten free! In fact, everything they have on the line is gluten free (not the burrito wrap obviously). I would take this over most of the overpriced stuffy restaurants in the area on most days.

laura bailey

I got a breakfast sandwich to go with gluten free bread. I made it clear it wasn’t severe and just needed the product gluten free. My brother who ordered with me received his pancakes within 10 minutes. 25 minutes later I checked up on my order and when the woman said she would check up on it she instead went to eat a bite of her snack and then came back and said “they’re working on it”. After waiting for a total of 35 minutes they said they had accidentally put the sausage in the fryer and asked me if that was okay in which I said it’s fine. I get home to eat my breakfast to find all that they put on my sandwich was the egg. I paid almost $20 for a Diet Coke, two pieces of bread and an egg. Not to mention the $9 entrance fee to get onto the grounds. To add no one even apologized about the wait.

Kevin Sierra

Excellent gluten free pizza

Annabelle leister

Great Gluten free options on menu! Food was delish

Amber Easterling

Dinner and drinks

robert caola

Best food in the area. Everything was fresh and they are turning everything over to be gluten free so celiacs are not to worry.

Clay Manship

My wife and I ate dinner at Fraser’s at 6:00 on a Monday evening in November. Plenty of parking, food was PERFECT, and drinks were delicious. My wife is gluten free and there are many options. I recommend the ceasar salad and house old fashioned. The burgers were also amongst the best I have ever had…no hyperbole! Thank you Mahalia for the excellent service!

Ben Pfeiffer

Our waitress was very friendly and helpful! The Lowcountry Mac and Cheese was delicious! It’s also a very nice area to sit and eat right by the water! My sister got the fish and chips and said that it was very good, and my grandma (gluten free) was able to get a salad, but she said it was a little plain.

Jesse Locklear

We came in for a late lunch and the menu looked delicious. We started with the cheese fries, which was the best thing to come out. We also tried fried green tomatoes which were good. We then ordered burgers and a sushi roll. I liked that they had gluten free burger buns available:)

Amber Easterling

So many gluten free options listed on the menu! The lemon chicken soup was delicious as well as the chicken kebab plate.

Angie C

First time trying Hungarian and we were so pleasantly surprised. One of my best meals ever! The four of us got four separate meals and we all were so thrilled. So we got to try all four Nothing disappointed. They were also very accommodating for gluten free options. The service was quietly confident and warm and welcoming. You cannot go wrong with this lovely place. Do yourself a favor go….and then go again!

Alisa Jones

This is the perfect median between an upscale fish restaurant and a local dive bar. Food was AMAZING! It is family owned and you MUST sit outside on the dock. I WILL be going back next time I'm on HHI. We arrived a little after 5 pm & had about a 20-minute wait. We sat in the bar, had a couple of great drinks, & enjoyed talking to the bartender. Food was reasonably priced and high quality. I'm gluten free and they were very conscientious of my needs.

Coco Messer

Had an amazing dinner at Coast thanks to Jorge. Jorge went above and beyond to accommodate my gluten allergy (even for dishes not identified as gluten free) and really made us feel at home. We started off with some oysters and calamari, and for our main dishes got scallops and the lobster mac and cheese. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better server! Be sure to ask for Jorge!

Ashley Pers

One of the best meals we had on the island. So many gluten free options. Very friendly staff. Clean bathrooms. Ate outside and found it very comfortable and clean - even in the rain!

Scott Claypoole

Because our goal this vacation was to try restaurants that we have never been to , we decided to put WiseGuys on the list. Wow! So glad we made that decision and wish we had done it sooner. The service was exceptional and the food was some of the best we have ever had on the Island. Gluten free Pizza, Blackened catch (which was swordfish) and Scallops with mushroom risotto were our entrees. WiseGuys is known for its Steaks, but we did not go wrong with our selections. We will definitely be back!

Vali Klein

Delicious fish! They were able to accommodate my dairy and gluten allergies really well.

Amber Easterling

Breakfast

Machelle Womack

We visited here while vacationing in Hilton Head. We can’t say enough great things about this quaint little spot. Food was excellent, just the right size portions, phenomenal service. Quick service! Each and every worker was personable and eager to assist. Someone named Tommy (possibly the owner) came around during our meal to ask how everything was. We didn’t leave a crumb on our plate. Also, side note. I am gluten free and they had both gluten free toast and GF pancakes. A job well done by this local small business!

Joseph Gancio

Great people that know what quality food is ! Gluten free items .. Quality dishes at a great price . Thank you !

Billie Mitchell

Nice, comforting meal after a long day of shopping. The GF zucchini noodle dish was excellent. I am not vegan or allergic to gluten, but I am diabetic and wanted a "pasta" dish with no guilt. It was hearty and filling, and so tasty.

Barry Steinhart

Great service. Explained the details of each entree. They were attentive to the dietary needs of a diner with celiac disease. Everything was delicious. We would definitely return

Gina Adepoju

One if the best gluten free cauliflower crust pizzas I have had! He asked if I wanted it crispy!! Which is my favorite way to have a cauliflower crust. Great service!

Jerry Duncan

Gluten free items great drinks,fun very good service just lots of fun

Benchmark Bicycle Supply Co

Great Italian food and wonderful gluten free options.

Amber Easterling

They do not list gluten-free options on their menu, but a lot of their food is naturally gluten-free. Their bowls and their curry dishes (without naan). I got the lunch special, which was a burger rice bowl! It was amazing! They also offer gluten free buns for their burgers and sandwiches!

Tim Grooms

Stopped in for a couple of glasses of wine. Did not eat, but rated a 4 based on prior visits. They have a nice gluten free menu with excellent selections. Wedge salad is a favorite along with the shrimp and grits. Wine selection is outstanding. I decided to take a quick glance at the wine menu before walking around and viewing the wine not listed on the menu. I noticed a nice super tuscan, which I always enjoy along with the extra alcohol content. Service was excellent and we were checked on periodically. Enjoyed the wine and time well spent. Plan to return soon for dinner.

Paul Foley

This was our first time dining at Cafe Al Dente and had a wonderful evening. The restaurant itself is not very large but it is a very nice room and well decorated. We had the Panko Fried Mozzarella Stack for an appetizer and it was delicious. One of us also got the warm salad and it was amazing. For dinner my wife had the Eggplant Parmigiana and my mother who is gluten free also had the gluten free version and both loved it. I personally had the Chicken Parmigiana and it was ok but a bit overcooked and dry. The service was fantastic and our server Amanda was so good helping my mother with the gluten free options. Overall a great experience and will definitely be back.

Haute Interiors LLC

We didn’t realize this gem has been here 14 years! But, I am thankful we finally discovered it on our last trip to HH. Better late than never! I was initially impressed as I was walking to get inside, at the bounty that grows outside. Beautifully done!! Charming inside. Not very much indoor seating, but cute spots right outside the front door, and another area off to the side. We made up for lost time & visited here multiple times during our stay. I care about what I eat, and this place delivers with clean food, fresh ingredients, and it’s flavorful vegan! I tried the So-Cal Wrap and it instantly became my favorite! They made it gluten-free for me with a rice paper wrapper. I enjoyed it for breakfast many mornings ☺️ The Salad Sampler was my next favorite. Traveling home, I didn’t want to have to worry about finding healthy food on the road, so to-go orders kept us filled on the way home. I also loved the Kale Chips. The Nutritional Yeast giving a nice cheese taste. I almost forgot to mention the service! Always friendly, welcoming and helpful. A place that you feel impelled to come back to. I wish I could have taken this cute place back home with me & plopped in on Main Street in Downtown Hendersonville, NC! I miss it!!! 😪 But, we will definitely be back!

Jen Hall

Good food, decent gluten free options

Kevin Wanamaker

Great BBQ place on Hilton Head. Many gluten free options with a separate GF menu for anyone with celiacs/allergies. All of the smoked meats are gluten free, and so are most sides (except succotash, Mac and cheese, and green bean casserole). The half chicken was fantastic with coleslaw and potato salad. Service was great and the bar has lots of drink options. Highly recommend eating here.

ed Stemp

The ribs are literally fall off the bone. My wife is allergic to Gluten so the fact that the sauces are gluten free was definitely a plus. The service was friendly, informative and attentive

Amber Easterling

Dinner and drinks. Their gluten free pizza was amazing!

MattBinSC

This place is a true gem. The service is always super friendly and the food is sooo good. I would place the Road Runner Panini as one of, if not the absolute best sandwich in the area! (The house made ranch is absolutely essential for dipping, btw!). My wife is gluten free and they have a nice selection of GF crepes, as well as some GF baked goods. The GF almond cookies are amazing! Definitely worth checking out for breakfast or lunch when you're in the area.

Joey Cameron

The best words to describe Sweet Al’s are “charming” and “delicious”. They make all their pastries in-house, which even goes for their dietary restricted gluten free options. I personally had the long john donut with a peanut butter cream filling. It was even better than it sounds, and something worth traveling for :)… If that’s not your cup of tea, I would also try the double chocolate donut. The coffee is fantastic and highly recommend the cold brew or iced Mocha (we’ve been there for coffee 5 times in 5 days). Ownership and staff are wonderful, and take the time with innate curiosity to get to know their patrons. Easy 5 out of 5 stars.

Anna Jo Vollmer

The best! Always fresh and always on point! Highly suggest! And can be made gluten free!

Debbi Hanchett

We had a very late lunch. Restaurant was extremely quiet but service was impeccable. Food for me was as a gluten free Cuban Sandwich, hubby had the Southwestern Wrap. Our food was perfect. We really enjoyed our quiet and intimate lunch. Oh and the house margarita and Rodney Strong Chardonnay was very good also. We highly recommend.

Joan Cowan

Came with a group; pre-ordered “grilled fish of the day”. It was fish cakes!!!! Fish cakes are not “grilled” and it was not a piece of fish, as I expected. It was some sort of flaked fish filled with breading and that could have been very dangerous as some people are seriously affected by gluten products. Plus it was not grilled as anticipated. It was sautéed. I thought better of Charlie’s; I was very unhappy with my entree. I would have spoken to the manager but it was a busy day and didn’t want to make a fuss but I have thought about it since my return home and needed to let people know. I felt they took the “cheap” way out. Obviously fish cakes are not the same price point as grilled fish which is what I thought I was getting. The waitstaff did a fine job and the restaurant is as beautiful as ever, all decorated for the holidays. It is not the quality I expected, especially because it was pretty expensive to boot.

Jonathan Weston

Good food and atmosphere. Nice staff. I loved the shrimp and grits and wife loved the grouper sandwich. Gluten free options listed on menu.

Barbara Keeney Longo

We chose this place based on reviews and we wanted the view, which was lovely. Service was a little slow bringing drinks but outside was busy. My daughter-law made in very clear she HAD to be gluten and dairy free due to allergies. The waitress assured her her meal would be ok. My husband and swordfish- very small and not good. I had stuffed flounder which was tasty but warm not hot. Worst of all my daughter-law’s dinner came with butter on the vegetables and in the rice and beans! The manager brought her a salad instead. I would not recommend.