Top 50 Gluten-Free Dining Spots to Explore in Oakland

AbbieRose

From what i understand this places reputation doesn’t even need a review because of how highly it was talked about but, here we are anyway. As a plant based gluten free person not often (or ever) do I get to indulge in Mac and cheese and holy macaroni this was single handily the best dish that has graced my taste buds. Is that dramatic? Yes absolutely but they earned it. The atmosphere, staff and options catered to dietary restrictions is off the charts. I also got their vegan gluten free brownie and it was divine. You have to go!

Yael Wylie

Have been here twice now - once for my wife's birthday and once for brunch - and I can confidently say this is my new favorite restaurant in Oakland. Everything is gluten free which is great because my wife has celiac. I don't eat meat and they have solid veggie options. Plus great selection of local beer, tasty not-top-pretentious craft cocktails, and a lovely staff.

Joni Shimabukuro

Our awesome experience started with a phone call from Imani. She was following up about a request I made on Open Table for a quiet spot because I’m highly sensitive. She was so understanding and kind. When we arrived, we had a great place on the patio. The food met all expectations and the N/A cocktails were sophisticated. There were lots of gluten free options with a GF vanilla cheesecake to die for. The service was impeccable. The restaurant is located in a great neighborhood and we walked off the wonderful dinner we had. Please support this all vegan establishment and their wonderful, attentive staff!

Cecilia Ussher

Celebrated my birthday here and had a great time!! The QR takes a little getting used to (particularly if your reception isn't great) but it's so efficient. Our food and drinks flowed, with no one waiting too long. The masked staff were welcoming and didn't rush us to leave.The general vibe was very friendly. I can recommend the French 75, Ethiopian Hummus, veggie sampler and gluten free injera. Thank you Enssaro!

Gary Thompson

Great gluten-free Detroit style pizza!

Graham Stone

When we finally got inside to sit down- 45 minutes after being added to the wait list at the front door - we had an exceptional experience. The servers were polite and efficient and were expert at mixing the Tea Leaf Salad (Laphet Thoke) at the table as we marveled at his skill. I then had a Burmese lamb stir fry (Kebat) with brown rice on the side. The lamb was delicious, subtly spiced without being spicy hot, though it did include large slices of tomato and no knife to cut the tomato. (Utensils provided were a fork and a spoon). I washed down the meal with a glass of Burma Ale, a hop free beer that was closer to a fruity/spicy juice with alcohol. Not beer but very tasty. Other friends dining with me had various combinations of vegan, gluten free and chicken main courses. We all cleaned our plates before heading out once more into the cold Oakland night.

Jesse Nichols

Great ramen broth, generous meat portions, excellent gluten free noodles! Also fantastic cocktails.

Timothy Ng

Great gluten-free options that don’t sacrifice flavor. Everything was fresh and food cooked with wok was nicely charred. Soup was flavorful. Service was attentive. Definitely will be back.

M Wang

Yummy and comforting. Great flavors and fantastic gluten-free options.

Lissa Dirrim

There are gluten free options for people not allergic or celiac. If you are very sensitive don't dine here unless you are content with salad. The staff was five stars for transparency, and not sending me home with six weeks of agony. Really appreciate it.

Gray George

The BEST gluten free everything bagel I’ve had in a longgggg time. Get yourself over here if you also can’t have gluten - you won’t regret it!! Iced Oatmilk latte was also delicious!

Theresa Sundin

Amazing spot! The menu was very clear about dietary restrictions, and the fact that it’s an entirely gluten free establishment made me feel very safe in ordering. Portions for the bowls were fantastic (yay leftovers for lunch the next day!), and shout out to the many dressing/sauce options available. Finding gluten free teriyaki sauce AND vegan ranch to dip their delicious cauliflower wings? A major win! Only caveat to note is the cookie dough potion is quite small for the price, but I do love to support Sweet Loren’s when I can. Overall, so happy to have found this spot, and will definitely be ordering from here when I’m visiting Oakland again!

Debra Montgomery

A great breakfast place I've been going to for decades. Had lemon curd pancakes, so good! Others had catfish and eggs and lox scramble. We left nothing behind! They have excellent gluten free toast.

K C

I've never been dissapointed coming here! If you love a good crusty sourdough like me, then you must try Arizmendi! I'll confess it's not the best SD loaf I've had but pretty close to it and only because the Bay Area has too many choices which make the SD competition stiff here. They do, however, make the best heavenly sourdough pizza on earth and offer a delicious daily vegetarian soup that will leave you with a very difficult choice to make. As for the baked goodies, the almond flour brownie is the best brownie I've ever had and it's gluten free!?! But don't let that keep you from trying it...I couldn't't believe I actually found a GF item I like. Even my kids approve! Unfortunately, the Lakeshore location is the only one selling it but don't worry any pastry at Arizmendi is great. Croissants are flaky and buttery, cookies are chewy and fresh... You can't go wrong with Arizmendi on any given day.

Nicole Rodriguez

I took my staff here for lunch. It was a top notch experience. Rosa, our server, was so amazing. She was very friendly, engaging and welcoming. The food was so flavorful and beautifully arranged on the plate. There were several vegetarian and gluten free options available. The atmosphere was a vibe, from the music to the decor. It's very obvious that a lot of thought and attention to detail went into creating this space!

Amie Remsing

Get the gluten free bread- being GF it is hard to find solid gluten free bread, and this is one of the best I’ve ever had!

Lana Tillis

Great place to get a big breakfast for under $20. Gluten free crepes, pancakes and toast. Fresh food always. Super friendly flexible staff and owners (ie let me swap the ham on my Benedict for GF bread, no upcharge, never complain when I bring my own coffee). Great place to bring the kids (kid menu) and to WORK! Large open space with just the right amount of noise/activity to keep you on task).

Setu Upadhya

Veggie platter was amazing! Pro-Tip: order a couple injeras to go. They are a great snack! (They are all gluten free also).

David Schultz

Best Thai food in the East Bay -- and I have tried lots of them. Good place to have a quiet dinner: The restaurant is in an area that doesn't get a lot of food traffic, so they're never super busy. They can accommodate gluten-free for most of their dishes.

Anna Leontine Ortiz

An absolutely amazing experience tonight. Came out with friends for some food, and had a great time chatting while watching pokemon and eating amazing burgers. A friend can't eat gluten and they had gluten-free options for them. Both me and them got the smokehouse burger which was amazing. At first I was skeptical of the price but wow. The amount of food and how filling it was was absolutely worth it. Also it was delicious. The other burgers chosen looked good too. One of my friends are a walk away so they will be back with their partner!

Suzette G

Disappointing. Cold potatoes (though good quality produce), cold “salsa” over barely warm savory crepe. The gluten-free crepe is weirdly cake-like. Not tasty at all… oh, and water flies. The search for decent crepes in Oakland/Berkeley continues.

Noray Spradling

Very tasty but their peanut sauce is a bit on the sweet side. They have good options for gluten free.

Bonnie Wang

We got the smoothie + green dragon sandwich on sourdough bread. It was very yummy and fresh. We also got the caprese panini with chicken on a gluten-free bagel and it was amazing - highly recommend!! the coffee was mid. i got an iced vanilla latte with soy milk, i think it would be better if you just got hot coffee here. the cashier was super nice and sweet!!!

Samir Jain

Great gluten free options, lovely staff

Nadia S

If you’re in SFO or Oakland and looking for a place that combines incredible food, amazing ambiance, and top-notch service, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine is it. The vibe here is simply fantastic—bright, lively, and full of Instagram-worthy spots that will have you snapping pics all night. We were short on time, so we opted to share a couple of dishes, and they did not disappoint. First was the Roti Mataba: Stuffed roti with curry chicken, potato, onion, and peanuts, paired with curry sauce. Absolutely delicious. And we got the Thai Vacation Dessert: A delightful mix of fresh coconut, sticky rice, coconut ice cream, coconut cream, peanuts, and sesame. Sweet, creamy, and refreshing—it’s a dessert dream come true and also gluten-free! Though we didn’t have time to explore more dishes, this place has earned a solid spot on our must-return list.

Olivia

Food choices and flavors galore! The staff were all so friendly and helpful. Seating options inside the cafe or outside in their courtyard. Also, dog friendly! Vegetarian and gluten free and vegan choices a plenty. This place is a must.

Karan

Great food good taste , alot.of vegetarian opitions and gluten free also overall great 👍

Alan Berg, CSP

We came here with our son and his fiancée, as it’s their favorite restaurant (they live locally). We sat outside and had a wonderful dinner. We started with their fresh focaccia bread and the watermelon and cantaloupe salad, both delicious. I had their gluten free pasta with Bolognese sauce - outstanding, and my wife had the Paccheri & Mama Sugo - tomato braised pork and beef sauce, with parmesan and basil. She loved it. We ended with the fresh raspberry sorbet , and a lemon cake (with berries and cream) - yum!

Macha Rose

I got a Reuben on gluten free bread and the serving size was HUGE. The pastrami was excellent quality, the kraut was super fresh and honestly these fries. The fries were perfectly cooked. Like the crispiest best little bites I've had in forever. I kept eating them long after I was full. I will definitely come back!

Graham Mills

The burgers and shakes are great, obviously. Be aware their fry oil is NOT GLUTEN FREE if that matters to you; they fry onion rings but don't have them on the online menu.

Rosie De Leon

Consistently delicious fried catfish, which is gluten free. Their service is amazing and safe during COVID-19. Always welcoming and they remember us every time we come in. Their bbq and smoked chicken is the best in the area and a short walk from our home.

Biniam Brhane

Thank you for the holiday treat. This is a great spot if you are looking for an authentic Ethiopian/ Eritrean Enjera (spongy bread). They have gluten free ones two.

Sean Thompson

Cozy seafood place, paid great attention to my wife's Celiac problem and did a great job working with her. Got the last reservation and never felt rushed to leave.

cablemotion

I came for a casual lunch, and not too often do I have such a nice experience at a restaurant. The salsa had very fresh flavor, the grilled chicken sope had a wonderful sauce, and as a final treat the dairy-free gluten-free Coconut Flan was delicious. As a person with food sensitivities i really appreciated that they featured this item. Prices are good. The servers are friendly and attentive. Obelisco sets a model for eateries regarding quality food and service.

Suzanne Long

Server was very attentive to gluten allergy needs, which I deeply appreciated. Delicious meal on a beautiful eucalyptus lined terrace.

Phaedra Gauci

Healthy food with lots of gluten free options.

Yekaterina Benson

HECK yes - this is what this neighborhood needed! Addicting burgers (we keep coming back, they're so good), great selection of beer and other fun drinks. Excellent fries, too (also addicting!). Many burger joints don't get fries right, but this one does! Plus, lots of gluten-free options on the menu!

Alan Lamere

Samir Jain

Their meat is gluten free. The cornbread and Mac gave gluten. Everything else should be good for gluten free folks!

SF Getaway

Lovely staff made me gluten free injera to accompany a wonderful vegetarian platter. A little outdoor space in front with three tables so our dog could join us. The dishes were spiced just right.

Irene Me

The food is delicious. They have gluten free options too. The owner and staff are all so nice and accommodating.

Stella Lane

Thank you for filling portions and great gluten free fried chicken. Burma bites has become one of my favorite take out places during this pandemic. As a busy artist, I love being able to order and get my food so quickly. Everything I’ve had I really like. Yesterday I got mint chicken and it was really great but definitely didn’t taste like it had mint. I added my own fresh mint from my garden and it was perfect. Good job Burma Bites. Thanks for being here

Susanne Kasper

Best pizza and waffle fries in the eastbay! Plus they have gluten free options.

Setu Upadhya

Amazing food, great vegan and gluten free options. High quality food!! Don’t miss

Binalovesbeauty

Wow I was so surprised. Such great service here, gluten free menu, delicious home made ginger vodka. Really, a must try so many amazing dishes that are fresh and the service is very attentive and accommodating.

Toby Sanders

Good vibe, decent food. Server was nice! No gluten free options unfortunately

William Beeman

We came to Miss Saigon as a matter of convenience since our group of seven friends was attending a concert nearby, and most of the group was vegetarian. We were absolutely thrilled with the food at this restaurant. The vegetarian options were plentiful, flavorful, and fresh. Service was impeccable and lightning fast. We loved everything we ordered. The salt and pepper tofu, eggplant and tofu curry, braised wheat gluten with vegetables, and garlic noodles were outstanding. Everyone agreed that this was one of the best meals we had had in a long time. I am eager to return to sample their non-vegetarian options. This is a gem of a restaurant and a terrific find in Oakland. Highly recommended!

Janice B Carroll

Had an excellent business lunch with my business partner - prefect spot for me bc I tend to talk super loud when I’m having a great time and you can here without the place being too noisy. My partner has a nut and gluten allergy and I was so happy to see the waitress took note and had another staff come to the table to discuss with her. I had the Saltado de pollo - soy sauce and ginger sauce over stir fried chicken with tomatoes and red onions over white jasmine rice 🍚 , and a salad. The lunch was bomb ! Also , had the chicha Moraga sour - semi sweet and citrusy drink with Angostura bitters - came out beautifully - see pic, parking was easy peasy !

Melissa N

Get the fried polenta! It's incredible!!! My drink was incredible. Not overly sweet. The had a separate menu for gluten free/vegetarian/vegans. The main thing I would change would be the music and volume of the music. It sounds like a club and feels like a classy establishment. A bit hard to have a conversation. Even a bit hard to order with the server. Server was excellent and checked in on us a perfect amount of times. Very cool art displayed as well. Overall, wonderful experience and will come again.

Corliss Miller