Top 32 Gluten-Free Seafood Spots to Discover in San Diego

Cynthia Jetson

BEWARE. The Gluten Free (GF) Labels on the menu mean GF options available for that dish, NOT that the dish is gluten free. Talk to your server about your order. I was excited when seeing the GF labels all over the menu, especially when seeing that most of those dishes involved pita bread. Sadly after talking to the bartender I learned that their pita is (obviously) not GF. Their rice pilaf also has soy sauce in it, so do not just assume the dish is GF even though they are labeled GF. Service was great and the food was good. Pricey, but normal for the gaslamp area and it was very tasty.

Malia Faith

Gluten-free pasta is not celiac safe (shared pasta water). Entrees like the salmon can be made 100% gluten-free.

Jeremiah Hoehner

Very good, fresh seafood with a beautiful view of the Bay, and a short walk from the USS Midway. They can make several dishes and sides gluten-free. Be sure to communicate that with your server. Our server was well-trained on this food allergen. Recommended to make reservations, especially if you want a table outside or a table inside with the bay view.

Dale Huntington

Got to go here for a gift and loved all the gluten free options. They even made us gluten free toast. The meat was so tender and I loved the 3 different 3 ounce steaks with the different toppings. Especially the crab. If we were to splurge again, we would definitely go back. And of course the view is gorgeous.

Lawrence Talahongva

From the outside looking in it looked very elegant and nice but once inside it's a mass of chatter and some tables even yelling to just have a simple conversation. It's an open atrium, so naturally that allows flying critters to accompany your meal. You could not have a nice quiet dinner. The menu has limited gluten free options but some are available but as with any place the possibility of cross contamination is always a possibility. Our server was very polite and knowledgeable with the menu options. Food was slow to come out but tasted very good.

Jennifer Hale

This place is a vibe. The music caters well to all age. Expansive views and delicious meals, this restaurant encapsulates the best parts of San Diego. Usually a restaurant with this tier of views ends up sacrificing the quality of its food, but Coasterra does not. Having Celiac, I often fear eating out bc of gluten exposure. However Erika B was our server and she saved me from ordering an item that WAS MARKED GF! She knew how it was made and advised against ordering and suggested another dish that was delicious. Girl knows what’s up and also made the experience extra special. Highly recommend this spot and hopefully you have the pleasure of dining with Erika as your server!

Chrysso Neophytou-Tsimis

Lunch and dinner menu options are limited too may raw foods and Flatbread not many cooked foods options like fish or chicken. Sandwiches are made with fried fish or chicken instead of grilled, no vegetable options. Breakfast is good and so are burgers are good with a gluten free bread options.

Efesca Opday

This poke store has an excellent assortment of poke choices. I have food allergies and the staff was very knowledgeable about what I could and could not have. The only downside is they don’t offer gluten free soy sauce.

Been2 All50

Great restaurant. It’s been a landmark on Shelter Island for decades. I love the atmosphere inside, huge lodge poles, Timbers, teak floors, and lots of glass with awesome views of San Diego Bay and the downtown skyline. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. It was our anniversary so they gave us a free dessert. The main course was very good, as were the mai tais . My only complaint was that there wasn’t a lot of gluten free choices and my wife is gluten intolerant. But excellent nevertheless.

Jennifer Nisengard

An incredible restaurant with fine dining options in a really casual place! We had a large party that they were able to accommodate without much notice. We needed gluten free, dairy free, and seafood free options and they treated us with such care! The oysters were delicious and the cocktails were inventive and yummy! We had a great experience!

Tracey Wade

I had a great Dinner at the bar. It was pretty slow at about 7pm on a Wednesday night with June gloom and heavy mist. My martini with blue cheese stuffed olives was great, bar tender very attentive and nice. My diver scallops were crazy good, cooked perfectly with potato gnocchi -all gluten free!! Menu is awesome and clearly delineates "dietary issues". So important for wheat and other allergies.

Karen Vigeveno

Food is fresh tasting, moderately priced, and well prepared. Flexible menu with gluten free options.

Ronda Russell

The food was delicious! I have trouble eating out due to various food restrictions. The young gentleman helped me find gluten free, egg free, etc…Excellent service. The lime vinaigrette was so good, I ate my salad for dessert. We chose to sit outside, and since there is a busy street, our ambiance was a little less than—but that was our choice, not the fault of the red. Inside was super clean, and we had so many choices!

J

Itzel (Itsl, Itszel, etc) and the whole team on Monday the 24th at noon were fantastic. Not only did Itzel answer our questions, she was helpful in marking a gluten allergy, and she was speaking multiple different languages to help every type of customer. 10/10

Amber Anderson

I am not a fish person but OH MY GOSH were the tacos here SO delicious!! We had the Elotes taco, Spicy Dorado taco, Yellowfin taco, and Fish Shop Chowder. Our favorite taco was the Spicy Dorado but my son said the soup was his amazing as well! Oh and they had a gluten free carrot cake that was to die for! 100% recommend!

Victor H

Fish was fresh, toppings were satisfactory- only complaints were lack of gluten-awareness with some of the toppings (although they did offer a gluten free sauce at an extra charge) and also an extra charge for things like cucumbers and onions which made me feel like they were nickel and diming me. Otherwise, great poke!

Suzanne Sauve

Always a great place to go with friends and family. They put on a great show and the food is high quality. Only thing I would change is add a gluten free menu, please!

Brenda Bridgett

As always, the lobster rolls are delicious. I tried the lobster salad for the first time and found it slightly disappointing. However it's still a good gluten free option at the beach.

Kristi Gulley

So good we went back 3 times! Everything was extremely fresh and well prepared! Lots of gluten free options too, just ask.

Kenz M.

So many naturally gluten free dishes!!

Candace Hanks

Very nice service here, and comes with a great view. Only a few gluten free items available.

Kelly Andrade

Great gluten free menu! The food was delicious and the service was so smooth. Large restaurant tucked up on the second floor. Lovely atmosphere would highly recommend.

Gina

Always a lovely dining experience after walking around the zoo for hours. Very friendly and knowledgeable servers. The menu changes often and always plenty of good things to choose from. They do offer gluten free as well as vegan meals.

Jess Penner

Really fun atmosphere, great food and drinks . Followed with Awesome service gluten friendly

Todd Mowen

Great gluten-free tacos and clam chowder!

Kenny Overcast

Affordable for the quality of fish you get in these poke bowls. Healthy option for someone on a dairy free and gluten free diet.

M P

My wife and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary here for dinner. My wife had steak and I had Sea Bass, both were really good. Our server Nicki was incredible, super friendly and knowledgeable she came through for my with an amazing Gluten-Free dessert from their new dessert menu! This place is part of the Pendry which is really great with wonderful staff all around!

TeenaSanFran SanFran

Good prices. Happy hour specials 2-5pm daily. Menu denotes raw, gluten free options. Very helpful with family and friends visiting. UPDATE No Apple pay

Anthony Woodard

This place stands out because they can accommodate gluten free needs! Awesome!

Lana Bell

Really great options for gluten free. And very good service

Zee

Regarding our visit on May 24, 2023, Ironside has an amazing selection of dishes, complemented by a frequently rotating menu. The captivating atmosphere and meticulous design of the restaurant contributed to an immersive dining experience. The knowledgeable servers adeptly catered to our needs and promptly addressed our inquiries, particularly in accommodating my boyfriend's gluten intolerance. The extensive offerings on the "Happy Hour" menu were impressive, and I am inspired to explore other restaurants affiliated with the CH Group.

Sarah Kennedy

WOW!! Went to Brigantine last night for an anniversary dinner and had the best service ever. Our server, Dylan, went above and beyond for us and didn’t even know we were celebrating. I have celiac disease and he was so knowledgeable and gave me incredible recommendations to make sure I got the best and safest meal. All of our food was perfect and came out so quickly. Brigantine is such a stunning restaurant already but the service from Dylan made this a dinner an unforgettable experience!