Top 50 Gluten-Free Pet-Friendly Spots to Explore in Carlsbad

Jackeline

I’m tried all pizza places in Oceanside and Carlsbad and the pizza here is my favorite. The flavor is so good, it’s the best. We also ordered a gluten free/vegan crust and it’s the best I’ve ever had.

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.

Elizabeth Finley

Gluten free and they have a separate fryer for their sweet potato fries that’s gluten-free

Thomas Kirby

Safe haven for those with a gluten or dairy allergy. Tasty and healthy food as well. I’d recommend to fellow celiacs!

Amy Reed

Gregorio's is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the cozy Italian villa ambiance set the perfect tone for a memorable evening. We visited on a Saturday night without a reservation and were pleasantly surprised to be seated immediately! The handmade pizzas were a hit at our table — absolutely delicious — and the gluten-free pasta was hands down one of the best I've ever had. My husband loved the gnocchi. Everyone was raving about their meals! Our server was an absolute queen — charismatic, attentive, and made our night so much fun. She truly elevated the whole experience. The wine selection was fantastic as well, perfectly complementing the flavorful dishes. If you're craving authentic Italian cuisine with great vibes and exceptional service, Gregorio's is the place to go! Can't wait to return.

Yuko Okano

We loved coming here and eating here until today. Was told the gluten free bun had no egg, after the cashier went to the back and checked. Took it home, ate half of it, got a stomach ache, and then called to find out that the buns actually had egg whites. The response I got was that they had just switched over to using new buns, and the old ones didn’t have egg in it. All I was told after that was “my apologies” and the phone hung up. Allergies are clearly not taken seriously.

Michele Fleming

Sophie was amazing! Very easily adjusted meals for gluten-free and dairy free accommodations. Food was absolutely delicious!

Frank O'Connor

Terrific gluten free options! Love the mushroom burger. Be sure to check out the “secret” menu online. People were very friendly and welcoming. The store is small with very limited seating but everything was very clean and neat. Fries were “unique” but good. Tasted a bit burnt though.

Chris Clinch

45 min wait, got to talk to 2 other travelers from AZ. Heard there story while at a picnic table that we shared. Beer was awesome, pizza was worth the wait! Well done! Great experience :) plus they have gluten free!

Daniel Pardo

Epic selection of beers, especially their Trippels and Quads. Knowledgeable staff on all fronts. The Pizza's were delicious and having Gluten Free and Vegan options were great.

Courtiney Perry Ramirez

Julianne C was absolutely was amazing! Food was great! Julianne C and the rest of the Bjs staff made sure that my food was gluten free!

lisa dimond

Our server was "Spicy Mike" according to our receipt. 🙂 He was wonderful. He was helpful when figuring out gluten free options and was very patient and friendly.

Amy Reed

264 Fresco is an absolute gem! We had the pleasure of sitting upstairs on the deck, and the views of the ocean were simply breathtaking. The ambiance was perfect—elegant, bright, and inviting, with a mix of stylish and homey accents that made us feel right at home. The service was impeccable, with the staff being attentive and knowledgeable in gluten free options, making our experience even more special. The food was outstanding! As an Italian restaurant, Fresco 264 truly knows how to deliver. The wood-fired dishes were bursting with flavor! We also had a fantastic selection of appetizers, try the beef carpaccio and the meatballs! The drinks were on point, with a great variety of options to choose from. Whether you're looking for a cozy night out or a special occasion, Fresco 264 is the place to go. A note for families, the deck is always 21+ highly recommend!

Victoria Peters

We are staying at a local hotel evacuated from the airport fire. We hadn't eaten much in 48 hours and needed something good. Also having diet restrictions ( my husband and I are Gluten free) we are cautious about where we eat. This place was clean, inviting, and had gluten free options. We got the meat lovers pizza and the meatsauce gluten free pasta. I'm a baker/cook for 30 plus yrs and this place did not disappoint! Thank you for a delicious meal and friendly service 💜 you guys rocked it!

Jon Jessee

Epic sushi spot. They have gluten free soy sauce and some great gluten free rolls. Delicious.

Lizzy Dancing

If you like good nutritious food you will be happy here. Many gluten free dishes as well.

Alexis Carmona

10/10!! Def recommend Food is delicious & gluten free!! The staff is amazing too 😊

Kat Blue

I love this little coffee shop! I happened to be looking for a place to wait traffic out with a friend where we could grab a snack and charge a laptop. This place is so much better than your average coffee shop.... don't even say the S word... they have indoor and outdoor seating, outlets for charging, happy hour with actual wine and beer, and the best gluten free bread ice ever had! I'm not a big coffee drinker but was prepared to order an iced latte or something when I noticed the happy hour sign. Wine seemed like a my better choice, so I ordered avo toast on gf bread and a bottle of white. It was delicious, just thinly sliced avocado, salt and pepper, but on the best gf bread ever and the avo was perfectly ripe. The sauv blanc I ordered was clean, vibrantly citrusy, and refreshing. Staff was friendly and acommodating, and another patron landed us an iPhone charger too! Everything was clean and appeared to be well maintained. I'll be back! BTW, ,I just called back to ask about that gf bread and they get it from Johann's bakery in Vista, family run.

Peter Spencer

2nd time here, so much in the menu to try, had to come back. I did try their gluten-free bun, and it's one of the best I've had.

Sharon Pole

We came for Christmas Eve dinner which was a prefix menu. There were several choices per course with gluten free and vegetarian options. The food, drinks, and service were excellent. It's a hotel restaurant that is off the lobby so the ambiance doesn't quite match the quality of everything else but it didn't detract from our experience.

Marisa Watson

Excellent food, coffee and service. Gluten-free options available.

Amy Reed

"Wow, just wow. We went to Vigilucci's while we were visiting family, and it was an amazing dining experience. From the moment we walked, the ambience was elevated. The food? Forget about it. I had the risotto, which is gluten free, and it was clear it was homemade – like, seriously delicious. My son went for a steak, and it came out very undercooked so we unfortunately had to send it back. My husband had the sea scallops and raved about it all night. The view? Wow again. We timed it perfectly for sunset, and watching the sun dip into the ocean while we ate was just magical. It wasn't stuffy or anything, even though it's clearly a fancy place. It just felt…comfortable and celebratory. You can tell they really care about the little things, like how the table was set and how attentive our server was. I also heard they're adding a new patio next year with even better ocean views, as if it could get any better. If you're looking for a place to make a special memory, or just want an amazing meal with a killer view, you HAVE to try Vigilucci's!

Traci Colwell

I ordered the tomato burrata toast on gluten free bread. By far the best “toast” I have ever had!!

Tiffany Woods

100% GF juice bar with a great GF toast bread

Kelsey Paau

Absolutely delicious, and very accommodating to people with gluten allergies. They also have good vegan/vegetarian options!

Lauren Noel

I love this place and the food actually is really good. But it’s SO freaking expensive. I came here for lunch with my five-year-old and I got a bowl of lobster bisque and a chicken Caesar salad with gluten-free bread and an iced tea. With tip it was $64! That’s just crazy. I feel like I got ripped off.

Elle Borg

I recently planned a bachelorette trip and made a reservation for a sunset dinner at Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining. Unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations, especially given the price point. From the start, communication was a struggle. It took weeks to receive responses from their team, which should have been my first red flag. Despite emailing multiple times about dietary restrictions, our waitress had no record of it. We had gluten-free guests, including the bride, and when she requested a side of fries (as there were no gluten-free starters available), they arrived breaded—with gluten-containing ingredients. A server at a restaurant of this caliber should be aware of allergens and dietary concerns, or at the very least, be willing to check and inform the guest. Beyond that, our waitress seemed irritated by simple requests, which made the experience feel unwelcoming. For the amount of money spent, I expected a higher level of professionalism and attention to detail. While the oceanfront view is beautiful, the poor service and lack of care for dietary needs left us disappointed. I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant for special occasions.

B Farnworth

We tried several lattes, including the Mexican mocha, and honey lavendar latter. I also really like the gluten-free pumpkin zucchini muffin.

Cherie' Young

It was our first time eating here and we sat at the bar. There was a graduation party going on and live music inside. The music was good, but a little loud inside for how small the restaurant was. It took forever for us to be greeted or asked for drinks at the bar. They weren’t busy either. We waited a good 15 minutes before we ordered our drinks. We knew what we wanted to eat by that time, so we ordered food as well. When our food finally came out, my order was wrong. I have a gluten sensitivity and ordered GF pasta. The pasta came out and I knew right away it wasn’t GF. It took a few minutes to get the bartenders attention. I ended up grabbing someone else to ask for them to fix my order. It came out and my husband was halfway done with his meal at that point. The food was good, tho. We asked for our check and weren’t even compensated for the wrong meal. Can’t say I was impressed with the service. Not sure if we will be back.

Luca Plantinga

Service was 10/10, food was delicious, and it was an all around great experience. The server even took into account our gluten free allergies and was very understanding. I 100% recommend this restaurant.

Jen Ritter

They serve a handmade Gluten free rigatoni made with spinach and lentil. It has a great taste but it is a strong spinach. It worked perfect with the sausage I added to it. The server was great and very friendly. The location is a bit hidden in the top back of a parking lot. But that didn't hinder the restaurant from filling up by 6pm on a weekday! The owner is Italian, the only downside, no gluten free dessert! :(

Casey Trotter

This place is fantastic!! So fresh, so tasty, great prices. They have a good variety of flavors and ingredients, there truly is something for everyone. Gluten free, vegan, simple dishes for kids and trendy dishes like watermelon poke salad. You can order online, pick it up, have it delivered... I'm obsessed with this place!!

No Name

The gluten free waffle is amazing! I wish they had a location in Texas.

sherrill young

They are NOT gluten free

Lisa Barr

Amazing salad and Gluten Free pasta.

Nancy Foxx

The food was gourmet style delicious 🤗 the beer selection was a full selection for everyone's needs, plenty of gluten free drink options. We will go again

Frank O'Connor

First of all, the newly renovated restaurant is stunning. Everything looks really high-end and modern without being pretentious. Perfect for a golf club-type dining experience. The lunch menu is a bit limited but everything we had was delightful. The salmon was super tender and moist, the fish tacos were yummy, and the wagyu burger and ahi sandwiches were great. The spicy ketchup was a notable hit too. The cherry pie looked really good too. And prices were very fair for the quality and portions. The new chef seems great and the menu was well-balanced and lots of reasonably healthy options. And it’s an easy menu for people with gluten allergies. The service was spotty. Our main server was not around much and so 3 other servers ended up rotating through our table during service to both serve dishes and clear plates. And drinks were rarely refilled even if empty for a long while. Not a big deal to me personally, but for a practically empty restaurant at lunch and at this price point, that was a tad disappointing. However, all the staff were very friendly and welcoming, especially the hostess.

Scott Swartz

Our son has horrible allergies to wheat and dairy. We are able to come here and have gluten free options that the staff ensures is safe for our son. It’s priceless knowing he’s safe and your staff truly cares!

Emily Adams

Great location and good food!! No specifically gluten free menu, but we had a server who was gluten free herself so she helped us to figure out what would be OK to eat. To be fair, this is not the best Mexican food I've ever had(but it is good!!), but the location makes the experience fun. :)

ForOurDog

SKC is a nice place to stop for breakfast if you have your dogs with you and are looking for a gluten-free meal. Our short rib and hashbrown cakes was very good, perfectly flavored on the mild-side, and a filling portion to enjoy. Our Monterey omelet was missing something, we cannot figure out what should be added or left out. The bacon was great, but we lost the rest of the flavoring.

M P

Decent ramen for gluten free noodles...not great if you have celiac as most of the ramen broths have soy in them, to my understanding. They do have menu items like sushi so maybe other options. Great service and atmosphere though. Warning...the prices are a little steep, you might BeShocked about them. Still overall good experience and ambiance, didn't get her name but had a superstar server... attentive and on her game...who was training another guy who was also great.

G

Great gluten free choices and amazing poke salad! The restaurant is also family friendly. The kids really enjoyed their lunches. Everyone enjoyed their meals because of the variety of sushi, grilled, salad and noodle options.

Amanda Smith

The best location around (I’ve been to at least 3 other nearby locations). They’re super good about ensuring gluten allergies are handled appropriately (alerting the kitchen and changing gloves) and their food is fresh and isn’t over cooked.

Cristin Doyle

Great location, my family had been coming here upon arrival in Carlsbad for 18 years. But this was the first time they wouldn't allow a dietary restricted adult to order a kids meals. Asked for the manager to see if we could have an exception no one came out. Waitress was rude about it, a very noticeable eye roll was given to me when i asked to substitute an item to a gluten free item. Finally a nice gentleman with a cute accent helped me get some food. But the rest of the crew on a Sunday night was horriable and didnt care about helping. It's sad to not get the customer service we've had for the last 10+ years. DO NOT GO IF YOU NEED ANYTHING SPECIAL, not a gluten free friendly place or staff

Al Painter

Usually Crust makes the best gluten free pizza, Not last night. Seems they were short of people so it looks like they had someone who never made pizza before make it... It was the worst I have ever seen or tasted. Opening the box all I saw was a flood of cheese. I could not even see the pizza. If this is what they do just to get your money, I will not dine there again. Who knows what they may do next.

Andrew Clopton

Gluten free pizza with dedicated prep area, very good. Friendly staff. Good environment.

M P

Unassuming crepe and fro-yo shop...had been in a few times and didn't realize we were missing out! We had a vegan and gluten free Nutella, blueberry and lemon crepe and planned to take it to go but "had a bite first" and ended up eating the whole thing!

James Cunnings

I love me some jersey mike's but this location is NOT IT. Wonder who owns this & if they give a you know what?? There is always an issue, staff unexplainably lacks general knowledge, according to employee they ran out of gluten free bread a while ago yet did not thaw the frozen stack in the back. Night & day from other locations we prefer.

Julia Paulson

Lior Seidel

Safe GF ice cream