Top 50 Gluten-Free Places for Pancake Lovers Across California

Jennifer zarr

I think this is gonna be interesting

Palmira Martin

Best mexican food in San Francisco!!! <3

Amatari Oyatedor

chicken sandwich

Vanety Deborah

love it

Sara Boesen

On a Thursday evening a few weeks back, we called in a takeout order. Originally I had ordered a gluten free pizza, but Alfredo called us back to notify us that they were out of gf dough. Instead, we opted for the following: the kids’ gluten free mac and cheese (I am cheesy), a side salad (such a deal!), and GF I Am Beloved (an elevated version of the classic mac with a brisket-like lions mane mushroom/butternut squash/Brussel sprouts situation. Talk about a flavor explosion! When we arrived, Alfredo explained the loyalty program - sign up and get $10 off your first order. He seamlessly allowed us to honor the offer on our visit. His thoughtfulness and customer service, coupled with the delicious food, made for a lovely evening. I wish there was a Cafe Gratitude in NYC because I would be there on a weekly basis for their clean eating, kindness, and good vibes! Also, I need the key lime pie ASAP.

Nicki Ohrstrom

The best gluten free choices! The server was so fun & personable!

De Ar

Love to come here when I visit San Diego. Even better that they have safe gluten free options. The people are always friendly.

Jan Squire

Outstanding GF menu!

Kyra

The service was lovely and as someone with coeliac disease, I felt very safe eating here (the server let me know that the original owner’s wife is celiac, and so that made me feel like they would have a good understanding of cross-contamination). The eggs and hashbrowns were just OK and the chicken sausage and the pancake that I had were pretty good.

Beth Parsons

Great gluten free options!

Tim Street

This place is fantastic. I have celiac and a wheat/oat allergy and the staff was knowledgeable about all allergens for menu items. I had no bad reactions to the food afterward. The food is delicious too - I'm an omnivore who eats vegan/vegetarian a decent amount. It stands amongst some of my favorite restaurants ever (non vegan included). Did not think it being vegan detracted from flavor whatsoever. Highly recommend, especially if you have gluten sensitivity.

Ornella Cedeno

Amazing experience. The GF options are great and didn’t get sick!

Robin K.

Gluten free options on menu. Server was not that interested in serving us at first but got a bit better as we ordered more things. Hostess was saying no gluten free menu but then a different guy walked up to the hostess stand and pointed out that gf was on the menu. Food was really very good but on the pricey side. They had gluten free lemon meringue pie.

Natalie Erickson

I googled gluten-free pastries around me and found that this café had gluten-free/vegan cookies, etc. The girl at the register wasn’t very excited to help me. I have never been there before. I felt rushed to order so I got a couple of items, two cookies, and a scone. Everything I ordered is completely stale and inedible. For being an upscale kind of café I’m deeply disappointed in the value.

Molly Goldstein

So yummy, always enjoy and have never gotten sick

Danae Deleon

I liked the food and the staff was very nice and friendly, they seemed like they did want to be there. The food was good, there were many gluten friendly options. I also liked the drink options and flavors. the mimosas say they’re puree but it seemed more like a puree syrup.

Rose Morse

Got the grand slam. Never would have guessed the pancakes were both vegan and gluten free. Everything was delicious. The sausage and eggs are definitely vegan, but taste great. Service was excellent, excited to try other things.

Mohammed Almathami

Great food and service. They have many gluten free pancakes and waffle options

Jake Cal

Absolutely top tier gluten free breakfast burritos. The Mediterranean flavors of the Hiho wrap were awesome and everything was super fresh and well made. Pretty much everything can be made GF here so I highly recommend for anyone with celiacs.

Marcos Almonte Perez

Celiac friendly! Gluten free pancakes, French toast and other great food choices. Fresh squeezed juices and excellent coffee. Honey is available. One of the best breakfast places in America! The ambiance was so much fun and inviting. Service was slow to start but then once ordere, the amazing food came out quickly. This is a must!!

Lila Mufti

Great friendly restaurant. Wished had more celiac friendly items on the menu but overall accommodated the gluten restriction. Food 10/10.

Todd Mowen

Great food, rad helpful staff! Gluten free options are fantastic!! I definitely will be back!

Gary B

The chilequilles had outstanding flavor and freshly made tortilla chips. My wife likes chilequilles, and I don't usually prefer them because I don't like soggy chips... However, these chips seemed fresh and crispy despite being in the green sauce. The Lemon Ricotta pancakes (opted for gluten free) were really good especially for being gluten free! There are so many menu options that sounds so good that we definitely have to come back to try them all. The service is great and fast. We dined on the patio with our fur baby where they provided blankets and heaters so we were very comfortable out there.

William “Walker” Bailey

We got the pesto chicken, the turkey and spinach special with the chicken and rice soup. Goodness wasn't good! You can get anything you want gluten-free! There were only two people in here and we got our food surprisingly fast! 6 out of 5. Definitely come back!

Jason Harper

Peppers in my omellet were noticeably fresh. My wife stopped talking with me to eat her gluten-free waffle, for 5 ish minutes all she said was, "It's so good!". And I never got to the bottom of my coffee.

Noha Arafa Delamesiere

One of the best vegan spots in LA, and one of my favorite spots in general. They have tons of gluten free options and their gluten free pizza is amazing! Staff is always, warm, friendly, & accommodating.

Fran Ferlazzo

Best Wagu burger I've had and appreciated that I was able to order a gluten free bun. Hubs liked that he was able to create his own salad the way he wanted. Highly recommend!

Julieta Mariotti

Very good place for breakfast. Varied food and many Gluten Free options, which is difficult to find

Summer Butler

Did online order. Completely missed my coffee order. Acted like they never got it. No syrup with our order, and didn’t give me the coconut I ordered for my French toast. Also no utensils. Completely missed it for our Mother’s Day to go order. Lots of gluten free options but missed it on service. Just realized also that my avocado toast with herbs has no herbs, no microgreens- so disappointed in this place!

Robynn Lin Fredericks

As a healthy-foodie type who is also gluten sensitive, this place was a fabulous find! All organic with amazing natural choices, for both vegetarian and paleo, and obviously, cautious about food allergy prep! Staff was beyond friendly and food was delicious! We will def make this a go-to spot when in town!

A TP

A nice place for a complete breakfast but unfortunately, the gluten free options are not for celiacs.

Jessica Schneiderman

Never had a bad meal here! Excellent GF options for breakfast and lunch. Paty’s is a tried and true classic!

Mariah M.

I cannot rave about this place enough! This hidden gem needs to be discovered because the quality and intention behind each detail of this place is spectacular. The menu had tons of great options for both breakfast and lunch, from sandwiches and burgers to breakfast bowls and waffles, they made it hard to choose. Safe to say we will be back again to try more in the future, especially with their menu being updated seasonally to keep things fresh and exciting. We settled on the Veggie Bowl and Savory Waffles which were both to die for and tasted even better than they appeared, which was impressive! I especially liked that everything tasted fresh and came well seasoned and so flavorful there was no need to add hot sauce, although they had a great selection of those as well. The curry aioli that came along with the veggie bowl was a delicious and unique touch to an already tasty meal too. The portions were generous enough that we saved half of each plate for later so we could indulge in one of their beautiful pastries, which to my surprise were all gluten free! It’s wonderful to know anything on the menu can also be made gluten free as well. The cookie was giant, soft and delicious without too many chocolate chips to distract from the actual flavor of the cookie itself which was not overly sweet, with just a touch of sea salt that I thoroughly enjoyed. The owners behind the counter were friendly and welcoming, even to my little chihuahua girl who is normally quite shy. There is a great little market section with local and hand crafted goods to check out while you wait and the bathroom was cute and very clean which I appreciated. I love the vibe of the outdoor patio seating with fresh flowers that are also for purchase as well. I can’t wait to come back and visit again soon and am happy to make the trip down to imperial beach just for this experience. I am looking forward to seeing this business grow and continue to thrive within its community for many years to come. Show your support and be sure to bring friends and family alike to enjoy all this place has to offer. Whether grabbing a quick coffee and pastry or dining in, this place is sure to not disappoint.

Palmira Martin

Very accommodating restaurant in town I love the gluten free pancakes!! :)

Krysten Jauregui

Not safe … wouldn’t recommend

Natalie Abbott

i was in chico for a week and i visited sin of cortez three times because my goodness the food here is SO good. i'm a coeliac who doesn't eat meat, so i normally struggle but this place had me COVERED. i had a great time each time and i miss their food so much already, when i'm back i will absolutely be coming back.

J Greenfield

Very authentic place for Harry Potter fans to eat. Long queue. Not a great experience for coeliacs only roast chicken available but the staff did understand the importance of cross contamination etc. food was nice enough (fish and chips - not gluten free) and chicken with potato for coeliacs. Would recommend if you’re into HP.

Ron Ronald

A wonderful place for some of the best-tasting food. My soup was homemade-like, the tuna salad sandwich was tasty and heated. The avocado toast was the best I've ever had. And the chocolate cake—just order a slice. Yes, it's all gluten-free, but don't pass it up if you're not on a GF diet, as it's a healthy alternative to most places.

Liesbet Bickett

LOVED: Fun atmosphere. Great menu. So many fresh, creative choices. The food presentation is spot on. Easy access to water and condiments. Quick beverage service. LIKED: Out table server (she delivered the food. You order at the counter) was friendly and worked to take care of us after the ordering server had messed up our order. She was great! Ordering was taken wrong which resulted in delayed food and overcharge. The food seems real fresh. It was very good - creative - but a bit greasy for me. I should have skipped the cheese on my tofu scramble and skipped the James Dean sausage. I don't like greasy. I think others would have loved it. The tofu with peanut was tasty. MEH: The gluten free French toast was ok but not great. I like eggy French toast. This was airy and fluffy. Others may have loved it. I ABSOLUTELY recommend this place and I would come back again. I would just change my order a little. I do wish they had some egg free breakfast options. I'm thinking this would not be a good place for a vegan.

Max Prior

What an amazing place! Definitely the best gluten free pancakes I’ve ever had in my life. My brother (who isn’t gluten free) said they were even better than his! We came here both days of our vacation because we couldn’t stay away! AMAZING Benedics. I love the option to choose one of each if you can’t decide! Marie did an amazing job highlighting some things that set apart Snooze from the rest, and I’ll for sure be on the lookout for a Snooze whenever I travel! I just wish we had one in Seattle 😉

Jen Barnes

gf pancakes

Mike W

My wife has Celiac Disease and I asked for gluten free pancakes but they gave me regular pancakes. I even showed the hostess what I wanted via their website on my phone. Now my wife is in the bathroom throwing up to avoid having to go to Urgent Care.

Brittany

The food and the overall restaurant is 5 Stars! I think we would have enjoyed ALOT more if we weren't in the middle of a heat wave here in LA because the seating is all outside and it got hot really quickly..but any other time this would be a great option for lunch! We came for brunch and the breakfast options DID NOT disappoint! I got the spinach and feta omelet, and it was so good! Everything is pretty much priced close to $20 a plate, but the food is worth it, and the portions are generous. I saw a lot of people getting the breakfast burrito, so it must be one of the more popular menu items. There's alot of parking behind the building. Also many gluten free options.

Brooklynn Filstrup

please don’t come here if you have celiac i got glutened here off of their gluten free crepes recently.

Maura Postlethwait

Ad Hoc makes gluten free biscuits and fried chicken (at Addendum by request too). When you dine at Ad Hoc they will make sure you have an incredible experience. They will alter the menu to make sure it is gluten free. It’s a must if you have celiac disease.

Jess Smith

This is a long time favorite of mine .. their Spanish latte... Sooooo good .. especially the strong version... Their food is ok... They run out of healthier options pretty early, even at 9.30am, such as breakfast burrito gluten free tortillas... So go there early if you need or prefer certain options...

Rani Calderon

Delicious food. So many wonderful gluten-free options. Thank you so much for the great service!

Janet Fernandez

Classic spot, went for breakfast. They now have gluten free pancakes and toast. Big plus for our family. 3 of us have Celiac.

Lynne Schmolder

We needed fast service for 6. I know, how could we ask but we were going to ifly across the street for a reservation time in 1 hour. Clarissa and the staff made it happen. With friendly service and great gluten free choices. We will be back tomorrow for another meal, this time we will not be in a hurry.

Steven Acheson

Great place to eat for gluten free, but if your super worried about cross contamination I would have a talk with the waitress about waffle maker or giddle.