Top 50 Gluten-Free Dining Spots Across Syracuse

Riley Brennen

My Partner and I ordered online and upon arriving I was very impressed by the atmosphere in here. Lots of great places to sit and eat inside and outside. The aroma of food was amazing, it made my mouth water. The service was incredible, greeting every customer with a smile and took customer concerns very seriously. You can tell that the staff want the customers to have an authentic experience. I got the fried chicken sandwich and my partner got buffalo wings. Absolutely everything on the sandwich was fresh from the lettuce and tomato to the sauce. The wings here are like no other, they are practically boneless with a crispy exterior that makes them absolutely perfect. Strong hearts is also very inclusive of those with dietary restrictions, including a menu of gluten free and vegan options. Overall the entire experience here was amazing and I will definitely be a frequent customer

Kay R

My coworker wanted to try take out from here and they have a limited GF menu: GF bread for burgers/sandwiches. Please note the fries are NOT celiac safe, so I got a side salad. Also sauces are limited as some contain beer. The staff was extremely knowledgeable about gluten, and my food was phenomenal! 🍔

Collin Phillips

Well, we've been dying to get food from here for a long time. It's kind of a local legend. Unfortunately, someone ordered gluten free/vegan pasta for a baby shower, and they forgot to make it gluten free. When friend called to address it, they basically refused to own they made the mistake. In fact, tried to blame it on Noro virus, apparently. Now I have a pregnant wife who had to deal with the chills, desire to vomit, and stomach cramps that come from her eating gluten. Thankfully I'm less worse off, but that's no solace considering the situation. The receipt itself flat out says 'Vegan', but does NOT say 'gluten free'. Person on the phone with friend who ordered this food claimed that usually it SHOULD say 'gluten free' as well, but "maybe catering does it differently". So, sad story I fear: Pastabilities messed up, we're sick from it, and they have more interest in pretending it wasn't a mistake and not addressing it further. We have the receipt still, in case anyone has doubts. In fact, I'mma just attach it to this review for further proof. Oh, and to deter the Noro virus claim here... symptoms of Noro usually last 1-3 days. Our symptoms lasted around 4 hours, before we finally uh... Purged, our systems, shall we say? Unfortunately, we couldn't figure out what caused it last night. So we ate more today, before realizing what the receipt said, and now we're right smack dab in the middle of bloating, wanting to vomit, all over again. Le sigh. But at least now, we know: we ate gluten. Response to Owner: We had a third person from our baby shower report feeling ill after eating the pasta, the only thing they had that night. : / I'll reach out, but considering your stance so far I doubt we will be coming to any beneficial conclusion here.

J J

Served a large that really was large! Thank you! Yum! All Mac and cheese is gluten free and is very tasty!

Matt Griffiths

Everything is great about this place except 1 thing.. they don't have a seperate fryer to prevent gluten contamination on fries. I chose this restaurant because my son is celiac and Kitty Hoynes was best GF restaurant in Syracuse.. please just get a small fryer for GF fries to go with those delicious burgers. Please.

Alexandria Rose

The gluten free Godiva cheesecake is highly recommended! My stomach was not upset after having it. The omelettes were awesome too and they accommodated my celiac restrictions.

Laura Hamilton

Great service! Very accommodating! Good food, able to eat safely here as gluten free with staff understanding of cross contamination issues. Lovely meal!

Georgina Chamberlain

While the food was good, the experience was less so. The menu has a large selection of everything you could hope for a good brunch, we opted for some lattes, mimosa flights, breakfast pizza, and shakshuka. The shakshuka was the star of the show, this was super flavourful and a nice change for a brunch option. There are gluten free options, and the server was helpful in directing me in the right direction for what I could eat, and what she would recommended. Apart from this, the service was a little shocking. Our drink orders were wrong, and one was forgotten. It took over an hour for the food to come out, and before it did, the staff were placing the chairs on top of the tables, even though it was at least 15 minutes to closing time. Because of this we felt incredibly rushed, and our food hadn’t even come yet. Workers at the restaurant then stood at the bar and watched us when the food did come out and we started to eat. We had to call for our silverware to start eating, and then had to find someone later to find the bread for the second dish we ordered. We felt rushed and unable to enjoy our meal with the restaurant essentially closing down around us while we tried to eat the meal we drove over an hour for.

Mandy Randall

Great food and they had Gluten Free options.

Bethany Talarico

The only place I’ve ever had a gluten free Stromboli!

FansieGirl24

Small shop with 4 small tables for seating. Displayed slices and desserts looked delicious! We ordered a buffalo chicken ranch wrap and a Gluten Free pizza. The GF pizzas only come in a "medium" size, not by the slice. Service was quick and friendly!

Sophia

Amazing food and service our server Quentin was super kind and helpful. Super glad they have plenty gluten free options!!

Elizabeth Sciore-Jones

Food was fresh and clean. The avocado smash toast was really good and they don’t skimp on ingredients, you can get Gluten-Free bread, and add a freshly poached egg. It’s nice there is an gf friendly omnivorous healthy option in town . This is a sweet place youthful vibe, but clean. Walk-up counter ordering and pick up. Gf bread could have been more toasted ( that’s the gf secret) otherwise it tastes kinda ehh.

T Shat

Had a veal dish and gluten free pasta, yummy. Sea bass was just outstanding

Mariah Galletta

A great little sandwich shop to check out especially if you want something less expensive. They have gluten free bread. Around $8 for a sandwich at the moment. Also selling the buckets they make the pickles in for $2 currently which is great for gardening work if you do that.. highly recommend!

Emily Tarrant

We sat at the bar and had Calvin as our bartender/server. Absolutely phenomenal service! He was attentive and answered all of our questions about the menu. He was quick with service and didn’t rush us. I highly recommend going to the bar when he is working! All of the staff were amazing and friendly. The food was OUTSTANDING the sprouts appetizer is a must try! Their drink menu had a lot of options and there were plenty of gluten free and vegan options. The rustic atmosphere was much appreciated, so trendy and cute! If you haven’t been here yet, GO!

Mardiray

Although pricey, as you would expect for any food found in an airport, Johnny Rockets will make a burger to order and serve it with a smile to the weary traveler. They always seem to manage a gluten free bun.

Katherine Sosa

I was disappointed that dining in wasn’t an option BUT I was very happy with the food I took to go! As a celiac I haven’t had a calzone in ages. Its a rare food to find GF. I had the chicken, bacon, ranch & it was delicious! I also had the strawberry cake & the chocolate caramel cake, both yummy & moist (unlike many gf desserts). The attendee was super helpful & friendly. I’ll come back every time I visit Syracuse.

Mr Critic Inc

Fine dining at its best! And very accommodating for my gluten-free allergies..

Colleen H

I have to be gluten-free and this restaurant had a nice selection. I had the barbecue pork flatbread and it was delicious. Crispy bread and great flavor. Thank you for having options and being aware of GF issues.

Serge Gilbert

Service, food, everything was perfect and even better full of gluten-free options for my wife who is celiac who was able to enjoy an excellent meal from starter to dessert without any compromise. Bravo to the owner Patrice and to our server Charles.

Ian Webber

We went last night as a party of 6 and had an excellent experience! The food was AMAZING! They even had lots of options for my gluten free wife. Service was prompt and professional and very friendly. I wholeheartedly recommend that for your next amazing food experience, you need to go to Abbiocco by A Mano! I will certainly be visiting regularly moving forward.

Tammra Schiller

Quick stop in Syracuse for dinner during a one night’s stay for a lacrosse tournament. We wanted something that had gluten free options and Mexican always has that option with corn tortillas and street tacos. We couldn’t be happier. Good authentic burritos for my husband and myself, and street tacos for my son. Of course the sangria margaritas were delicious. Friendly service, easy to get to, and plenty of parking. If we’re back for the same tournament next year, we’re definitely stopping by here again!

Mama Maddie

Love the lunch buffet. They always have a wide variety of delicious options, from vegetarian to gluten free, mild to spicy. Food is fresh and facilities are clean. Definitely the best Indian spot in the area!

Colleen H

Great for gluten free. Hamburgers are fresh and aren't able to be near gluten. Then the fries are the only food fried so are gluten free and fresh and yummy this day.

Alex Heller

The atmosphere was comfortable, it wasn't overly crowded and the food was phenomenal. Staff was attentive without being overbearing and they got all modifications done correctly. Plenty of gluten- free options

Lindsey Darvin

Excellent food with gluten free options!

Pamela Budnikas

Stopped in to Mona Lisa today, Sunday. They were serving a buffet menu all day, with different offerings for Breakfast, Brunch and Dinner. (On Sundays offerings are buffet only)My husband had the brunch buffet. There were some nice options, and all the food was homemade. Price seemed reasonable. I was unable to order the buffet as it contained many items which are not comparable with my dietary restrictions. They do have a gluten free menu but they are not contained on the buffet. Initially we considered not being able to stay, however after explaining my dilemma the owner graciously offered to make me one of the gluten free entrees. (See below for more info about dietary restrictions). I ordered the gnocchi with spinach, red pepper and Kalamata olives. It was definitely homemade and delicious. They were amazingly accommodating. Service was good. Would definitely recommend for those in need of gluten free.

Coty P

This place is a hidden gem! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and their selection of beers and local NY spirits was fantastic. For any Dungeons & Dragons fans out there, the menu had a clever theme that was subtle enough for those who wouldn't notice, but a fun wink to those who did. Even better, the variety on the menu was impressive, with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options to please everyone. The sweet potatoes and fae salad were delicious! The brewery hosts board game nights on Tuesdays. That was unexpected and I wish we had more time to partake. We had the chance to meet Dan, who generously gave us a tour of his amazing brewery. Can't wait to go back and try more of their menu and rotating brews!

Ronnie Held

Wonderful meal! Sat down on a Monday night and really enjoyed what this place had to offer. I ordered the vegetable soup (95) with rice noodles and it was incredible! Filled with mushrooms, tofu and wheat gluten that mimicked meat so well, tofu skin (new food for me - interesting and chewy!), cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and more! Added some chili sauce for more heat, as well. Great option for a vegan. Take ALL ya friends (your bellies will be so full and happy).

Donna Reynolds

I love Wendy's food, which is why I continually endure the long wait at this location. I understand there is an issue getting help, but this particular Wendy's is ridiculously slow. Even when you order at the counter, the wait is endless. I am also not happy that the new ownership has eliminated the 10% senior discount. That's just petty. I'll still go there, though, because the food is fresh and hot, and I love the Southwest Avocado salad. I am gluten intolerant and there aren't many places I can order food for my husband and get something tasty for myself. Get some help, restore the senior discount, and I'll bump you to five stars!!!

Mairead Cummins

I got take out- delicious food and staff was friendly. Gluten friendly options which was huge for me!

Ryan Boyle

It’s easy to get diner food just right, but it’s just as easy to make a mess of it. I’m happy to say, I’ve always had a great meal at The Gem. When ever I’m on this side of town, it’s always my go-to for a fast simple meal (comfort food). Recently, I went by at lunch time, but hadn’t had breakfast that morning. I couldn’t decide what to have. Luckily, I could have both, and partook in the breakfast hamburger platter. Think ‘steak & eggs’ but instead of the steak, you get a burger just the way you like it with all the trimmings (minus the bun) AND eggs, home fries, and toast. (I tend to stay away from gluten, but still, you get the idea). This has since become my new favorite breakfast!

Colleen H

The only my reason I gave four and not five stars is because I have to have gluten free food & drink and there is very little selection for both. Atmosphere, employees, space- excellent for SU games. Chef was knowledgeable about gf and knew that the steak salad was the only option without certain items. But it’s a great place!

Beckie Hidy

Amazing food and beer! Great for vegans and gluten free!

M

We went here for a pharm rep dinner and everything was great for dinner. The appetizers were quite large for what I was expecting, and their salads were great too. Huge portions. I loved every bit of the meal I got- I think it was called the Napolean. I got it with chicken and gluten free pasta.the wait staff was super nice. I got a cannoli (filling) for dessert and it was not good. It tasted sour, which is why I'm giving this a four star instead of a five. I think it's likely not the norm based on how good everything else was.

Tom Woodford

Excellent, we shared the small Mediterranean board thinking, we would order another after that, My wife is gluten free and she was happy, She had a pineapple drink and was really happy with it We both thought it was great and we were full. Great value. Highly recommended...

kristina beeman

Spent $60 on a large pizza, 20 wings, and a gluten free pizza with a side of blue cheese. Almost 2 hours for delivery, food was luke warm upon arrival and the gluten free pizza was completely soggy. Additionally, they forgot the requested blue cheese. This is the 2nd or 3rd time in a row that there have been issues with our order within the last few months so we have pretty much given up. For what is being charged, especially for a gluten free pizza ($20 for a small-medium) the quality would definitely expect it to be better.

Lori Forrester

Never had an issue with my Celiac here.

J P

Food was great, very fast and well presented. Had gluten free dairy free options and very accommodating in that regard.

Michelle Wirth

Probably the best burger I've had in my life, and the gluten free hamburger bun held together beautifully.

Donnella “Donnie Monk” Monk

Great experience! There are some gluten free options. Updates - 3 months later the physical condition of the restaurant is not cleanest but the prices are still amazing.

Eva Zipkin

This place is amazing, I make sure to eat here every time I visit from California! The food is incredible, and they are also very knowledgeable about their ingredients which is helpful for those with dietary restrictions. my sister has celiac and although they cannot guarantee anything is 100% gluten free, there are plenty of things she can order, and she’s never gotten sick. Eva’s is an all time favorite.

It's my Journey

First it's the friendly people that work there! The first time I went in was when I was working over in the plaza and I was greeted as soon as I came in mostly it seems quiet there which is nice. But quiet doesn't mean that no one is coming in because well I was waiting for my drink, smoothie and waffle they had a steady stream of people coming in. After having my tea,smoothie and waffle I can absolutely understand why! not only are the people who work there nice and helpful since it was my first time there I did have some questions that they answered. But the tea is great! the first time I got the Lavender Milk tea with boba,it was a nice balance of Lavender with enough sweetness and milk to have it be a nice afternoon drink. I also got the Orange Smoothie with rainbow jellies I upgraded to the larger since it was my lunch and it was refreshing, tasty and well worth the cost to have a healthy lunch, the rainbow jellies added to the fruit flavor of the smoothie making it almost a different flavor with each sip! The Pandan waffle with Ube icecream is a nice addition to everything it's made fresh there to order and it's a nice light almost vanilla flavor on its own but adding the ube icecream enhanced the flavor both work well and it's Gluten free! I've also gotten the green tea and mango with boba, a strawberry banana smoothie and move over Starbucks because if you think you've had dragon fruit from them and like it. You'll love the real deal with them! They also have some fruits on the menu that you don't see everyday like Jackfruit,Lychee,and Durian! I haven't been brave enough yet to try them but I definitely will! You won't regret giving them a try! oh and definitely sign up for their membership! you get upgrades and birthday treats with it!

Marti Feyerabend

I’ve never had a bad meal here! Definitely the best restaurant in Syracuse downtown for a chill fine dining vibe. A lot of the menu is gluten-free which was great too.

Rick B

This was a really good place to eat. My girlfriend is gluten free and they were super accommodating. Most of the menu can be made gluten free. I had the salmon grilled cheese and the haddock tomato soup and was beyond satisfied.

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Megan Snellings

Was an absolute gift of The Lord to be led to Ethioeritrea Restaurant! I was met with Incredible and Excelsior hospitality from the family ran business, and the phenomenally Inclusive menu was perfect for someone with Celiac Disease and struggles with being welcomed. Even though I entered, presuming I would be dining alone, we were all in Thanksgiving to the obvious...The Lord was with us. We discussed our community, got to know eachother, and shared in spreading hope! I was even taught a beautiful prayer! The meal was amazing, and even I graciously thanked the chefs for creating their dishes with love. I left full: A heart that was overflowing and a happy stomach. I invite lovely neighbors in sharing the blessing of experiencing The Ethioeritrea Restaurant. Lead with Love and you'll find what your heart longs for. Forever grateful, reciprocating the abundance of grace and prayers of peace and prosperity. Thank you Jesus Christ for the wonderful introduction!