Top 19 Gluten-Free Dining Spots to Experience in Dana Point

FinnAgain

Many gluten free options, wonderful atmosphere. The staff were incredible, and very positive. Even if you don't have time for food, I would highly recommend their coffees!

Bree M

I am celiac and I eat here regularly. I enjoyed the crab, the salads, and the créme Brulee. They take precautions to avoid cross-contamination when I advise of my allergy. Last time I came with a group, the appetizer wasn't gf, but I said I didn't need to eat any of it when the group wanted to order it. So somehow the server thought we didn't order it. Alas. I'd give five stars if the Happy Hour Menu had one gluten free item, such as stuffed avocado or baked nachos with meat and toppings.

Karin Kharloubian

I was in town visiting and was so excited to find this gem. I’m gluten free which can be difficult when eating out at Italian restaurants. I love that it was so easy to find options, “everything is possible at jacks!” I am so pleased with their menu, and quality of chicken, meats and seafood (free range, grass fed, wild caught). Both quality and perfection. They are an example of what other restaurants should be. Service was incredible. We were all so pleased! Will come back next time we’re in town. Thank you!!!

Jodie Wenrich

A year or so ago I railed Stacks for getting rid of their gluten free pancakes and waffles but they are back. Way to go Stacks... THANK YOU!!!

Jenn Mari

Went here for my anniversary when visiting the area. Great food and service. Server was very helpful in wine selection for my husband and gluten free options for me. I would definitely come back when in the area.

Sharlene Red

Love love this gluten free.local person over 35 years. It’s off the tourist maps which is awesome!!!!

Amy Lagera

Stoked to finally try this place! We had * baked burrata. The bread is so soft and fluffy it melts in your mouth. And then you add sauce that is so full of flavor and melted burrata….oh my goodness🤤 * cauliflower truffle gnocchimmis Everyone that is avoiding gluten is looking for that something that makes you feel like you aren’t missing out. This gives you that. Suppe yummy to dip in every sauce you can think of. * penne pancetta w parmesan cream sauce. This was my FAVORITE! Perfect balance of creamy with the saltiness of the pancetta but in a sauce that was light and bursting with flavor not heavy or overpowering all in a cast iron that kept it roasty toasty the whole time we ate it😍 The bf had a blueberry mojito that was also delish. Can’t wait to come back and try more of the menu. Homeslice is a home run all the way 🌟

Dusty Lloyd

Great place for a group. We had dinner for my wife with 12 people, after a few people ducked out it went down to 9. They were very accommodating. The server was super cool and helpful, helping everyone figure out the best drinks and keeping everyone moving along. I had the meatloaf and it was legit with the bacon inside. Other had the burger, scallops, Fish, fried chicken and everyone was so full and happy with their food. They gave Jaime a free Chocolate Mouse, since she can't have gluten, and she was talking about it for days.

Diane Ewing

We love Wind & Sea! Servers seem to know about celiac disease and either no or will ask about the safety of their choices if their customers have concerns.

Tiffany Hall

A Colaco

Providing this review to save anyone else the trouble if they are looking for gluten free creations. The team here is so nice. The food looks delicious. They use flour that is basically gluten removed/reduced. This means the creations are not truly celiac-safe gluten-free. If you don’t know what that means, you are probably fine to try their creations. But as someone with celiac, I appreciated the team being very clear with me that the baked goods in particular are not “safe”. This review is not a negative review of the establishment — in fact it is meant to commend the restaurant for being forthcoming. But, as I did not see a review with this information, I wanted to post to help others who might find this as a gluten free suggestion on Google maps.

Lisa Rivard

Great quality. The Green jungle curry with chicken is amazing and gluten free! Order it with extra rice it's basically two meals.

azeducator 44

The food was excellent and had gluten free, as well as vegetarian options. All four meals were excellent. The service was quick. The female taking our order was gruff and bossy.

Olivia Leigh

I got this for pick up and we went through the drive-through the other day I was in the drive-through was really slow because it is made to order which I do appreciate but also was a bit bit of a bummer because it took about 30 minutes. Especially during the busy hour because it goes on a PCH, which is kind of a pain. But the food is very good. I just wish they wouldn’t add soy sauce to their chicken because it makes it not gluten-free and for those that are gluten-free it’s bummer you can’t have the chicken here because it’s so good.

Kristin Myers

We love Luna Grill it's so yummy and fresh. Today we tried their desserts and I really liked their gluten free brownie and salted caramel cookie! 🤤

Claudine Martin

Awesome sushi! Had no problems ordering gluten free here, definitely thumbs up 😁

natalia d.

Love this place. Ambiance is fantastic and the service is always great. I’m never disappointed with the food, and they have great gluten free options. Honestly, not a bad thing on the menu but some highlights are Bistro Salad, Duck Hash, Smoked Salmon plate.

Belem Ramos

I recently visited this spot for the first time, and I have to say, the customer service was impressive right from the start. I was warmly greeted upon entering, and the atmosphere was casual and inviting, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. There's also plenty of parking available, making it a convenient place to grab a quick breakfast, catch up with friends, or pick up something to go. I opted for the lox bagel, with a few tweaks: I swapped out the capers for avocado, added some lemon pepper, and chose the gluten-free everything bagel instead. While I’m not sure if it's strictly Celiac-safe due to potential cross-contamination from regular bagels made in the same facility, it's great that they offer gluten-free options like the everything and plain gluten-free bagels. It’s always a good idea to ask if you have dietary concerns. One thing I really appreciated was how well the gluten-free bagel held up. It didn’t get mushy or fall apart easily, which can be a common issue with gluten-free options. The bagel was generously topped with smoked salmon, tomatoes, onions, and avocado (though keep in mind avocado is an extra charge). The portion was filling, and the flavors were well-balanced. At almost $20 for the lox bagel, I’d say this place leans toward the pricier side, but given that they make their bagels in-house and everything is fresh, it’s understandable. I also noticed they offer their own cream cheese, which adds a nice touch. Although I don’t live near the area, I do work nearby, so it’s a great option for a quick and satisfying breakfast pick-me-up. While it might not be an everyday stop due to the price, I’d definitely return to try other items on the menu. All in all, it was a solid experience and I look forward to coming back again.

Sarah Tracy