Top 33 Gluten-Free Seafood Havens Across Illinois

Heather Taibl

My boyfriend’s son has severe peanut and tree nut allergies as well as Celiacs. We called the day before and the manager, Jennifer, walked through the meticulous precautions they take to make sure he can eat safely. She went out of her way to watch for and make a note on our reservation. From the moment we stepped in the restaurant everyone was aware of his allergies and they even have a dedicated gluten-fee menu. Jennifer checked in with us and made sure we were doing well. The food was phenomenal, the service was phenomenal, and we were so grateful to be able to dine somewhere that truly understood his allergies. Highly recommend this restaurant! Thank you!

trinity h

Good GF buns!

Maria Hirst

Our server, Nicki, was great. The gluten free pizza was delicious. I ordered the Chicago classic.

TLC 2

Great experience at Pizzeria Uno. Medium deep dish easily feeds 2 people. Numero Uno pizza was delicious. All the toppings were cooked perfectly and were so fresh. We ordered bbq chicken pizza with gluten free crust and the gluten free crust is thinner than the regular deep dish.

Michael Scanlon

First issue was the lack of understanding of celiac. I get that my fiancée having a disease is our limitation but this restaurant was supposed to be good about it. We explained about how even cross contamination makes her sick and the 2nd thing we ordered was brought out and when we asked if it was fried (Brussel Sprouts) they said yes and we asked if it was a shared fryer and they said yes. So she couldn’t eat it. (When we already explained that she would get sick from cross contamination, this was a major oversight by the waiter). They also had very small portions of the pasta dishes and the prices were way higher than they should be given the quality of food being just okay. Really disappointed overall.

Jenn and Ryan Goggans

Best gluten free Italian restaurant I’ve ever been to. Gluten free chicken Parmesan is to die for

John Giorgio

Food was delicious with fresh seasonings, including tasty gluten free options. Friendly knowledgeable servers in upscale but relaxed atmosphere. Save room for dessert!

Emily Theis

Uvae is a gem. Love the happy hour oysters and bubbly. Some favorite dishes are the charcuterie board (the lavender honey!), brussel sprouts, cauliflower, scallops, shrimp + grits, chicken thigh... honestly we've liked everything! Cocktails are balanced and creative. Emma is a wonderful, personable server with top-notch wine recommendations, and was very accommodating to a gluten-free family member. I really appreciate that they have a few mocktails on the menu too. Chef Whitney is thoughtful, talented, and doing super cool things: last night we had a beet hummus plate with veggies and sesame tapioca crisps. It looked like an art piece and tasted like heaven; we were scraping our plates. The vibe is cozy and unpretentious. Go spend your money here!

Neva West

Hands down, the best gluten-free pasta in Chicago, and the rest of the menu is great too. They have a nice little summer patio and super cozy inside space in the winter. Wait staff are always personable and professional. Nice Italian wine list with some unusual offerings.

Theresa Lenore “Tessa” Dumayas Campagna

Amazing gluten free Detroit style pizza! Thank you for my new North Side favorite go to. 😊

Sophia Davis

My bridal shower here was nothing short of perfect! From the gorgeous mimosa bar to the amazing selection of gluten-free brunch options, everything was absolutely spot on. The staff was so accommodating, making sure everything went smoothly. We had about 35 people and took over the main dining space, which was just the right size—spacious yet intimate. The whole vibe was warm and inviting, making it the perfect setting to celebrate with my favorite people. I couldn’t have asked for a better day!

Philip II Macedon

Awesome experience. AND my wife (for the first time in I don't even know how many years) was able to order French onion soup! They have a gluten free version! She said it was amazing.

Tiger Paton

Don’t believe the exterior. Delicious and flavorful food, big portions, great waitstaff. Tons of gluten free options. The tableside salad bar is cool too. Definitely will be back!

Timothy Hansen

Have been here twice and enjoyed each time. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and prompt. Food was delicious and fresh. We were seated and served immediately. Seats, tables, glasses, silverware and plates were very clean. Plenty of vegetarian and gluten free options. Rolled ice cream and mochi were excellent

Katie Smith

High quality, fully made from scratch, great presentation menu. Amazing cocktails and amazing service! This place thinks of all the little things to provide platinum service such as transferring your martini into a new, cold martini glass to keep it fresh and chiller. Restaurant also has a separate Gluten Free Menu that is 100% guaranteed by the Celiac Disease Foundation. The desert is to die for. White Chocolate Bread Pudding… YUM!

Michelle McCrackin

Oysters, steak, they were very sensitive to my gluten allergy

Gretchen Schwartz

What a cozy and welcoming atmosphere! The food is fresh and delicious, with friendly, fast and efficient servers. If you have dietary issues, let your server know, as they do have a gluten free menu. This was a fantastic experience and one you will absolutely want to check out!

Kristin Heisinger

Gluten free soups and regular sandwiches.. 00 beer and Coors light and a bloody Mary! Salad was very fresh and learned music art was from the Skidmore gallery! The Skidmore was not open but will look online!

T Ha

They do it right. Gluten free, dairy free not a problem. Gf lavosh and hummus appetizer is outstanding. Scallops and chicken tasty and well executed. And they are consistent from visit to visit. If the grilled artichoke app had about a third more hummus for all the goodies that you get it’d be the perfect appetizer.

Megan G

My husband and I ate dinner here on a Sunday and had a pretty good experience. I have gluten and dairy food allergies so I wanted to make sure I could get gluten free rolls and I was able to. The hostess was clueless and couldn’t even tell us if there were gluten free options, nor could she bother to put in the effort to hand my husband a menu when he asked. I wonder how many people with gluten allergies have not stopped here because of her since she was working during both our treks through the airport. Other than her terrible attitude, the waitress was very sweet and attentive and reassured us that the rolls could be made gluten free and the chefs were good about gluten allergies. She did mention that any of the rolls could be made gluten free and I believe the bowls can be gluten free also. We ordered 3 rolls to share (2 gluten free) and I had no issues at all. The portion size was large and the rolls were good- much better than supermarket sushi as other reviews have commented. They even had tamari. There wasn’t a lot of noise from people walking by and the chairs were pretty comfortable as well. If we have another layover at O’Hare while traveling, we will definitely be stopping again!

Olivia Palak

It’s always spooky going to restaurants and not knowing if I’ll get sick or have cross contamination. This entire place is completely gluten-free minus the mole sauce. But it’s really easy to swap that out. You run no risk of cross-contamination here. Even the tortilla chips are gluten-free Everything there is so tasty. One of the owners cannot have gluten, which is why everything is so easily eatable by gluten-free people. Staff is completely knowledgeable! Just make sure you tell them you cannot have gluten and they’ll take care of you. This is my new favorite spot. I was able to eat the tortilla chips lol I know that seems really funny though but you get it!

JaQualla

I had lunch at Wildfire and it was tasty but personally not anything to make me return. The service was nice and swift and I did appreciate the gluten free option however it was just alright.

Jeanne Weber

Lovely place for our out of town visit with family. The food delicious, the service excellent, everyone pleased! What more could you ask for? Ah, yes, and gluten free! Marvelous.

Barb C

Always five stars, every time! Beautiful ambiance. Impeccable service. High quality, delicious food and wine! We always go here for birthdays and anniversaries. And we never miss the generous pour in August! The food and service is worth the price! I’m gluten free and have a delightful menu to choose my meal from and amazing gf desserts!!

Wade Morris

Get the 16 oz pork chop. You will take some home. I went there with a group of people I work with. We had our own room. The staff was extremely attentive and the variety of food accommodated all of our dietary issues, e.g., vegetarian and gluten-free. I have no idea what my portion of the bill was, but I expected to spend a healthy amount of loot when I knew that we were going to Perry's. I see me going again.

Dawn Ruffatti

Had a great meal tonight. Great gluten free options. Our server, Jack, was the best. Will definitely be back

Jessiah Ardor

Excellent food, excellent service. My wife has celiac disease, and the gluten-free options here are amazing! There is good customer service, but every once in awhile you get lucky and experience greatness: this is what Chris P. exemplified. 5 stars. Would come here again and again.

Aaron Avery

Quality food. Many gluten free options. Items containing gluten clearly marked on the menu.

Duane Wendtland

We went to Tavern on Clark for the 1st time tonight. The food was excellent! My girlfriend has a gluten allergy, and the waitstaff was very helpful and knowledgeable regarding that, which does not seem to be the case in most restaurants in the area. The waitstaff were totally on point, not missing a beat, regarding our entire dining experience. They have a good variety of selections to choose from, which can be from reasonably priced to higher end choices. All in all, we were totally satisfied and would highly recommend this as a spot to go to.

Georgianne Georgiou

My family and I come here a lot, they have something for everyone. We have a few people who are gluten free and they are so great at accommodating their allergies and the kids love it too. Shout out to Brandi the waitress she's our favorite, she is always so attentive and kind no matter how busy they are she doesn't skip a beat. The salmon, crab cakes & calamari are so fresh and tasty ant the desserts are delicious too. They even give you warm bread with an olive oil /pesto dip, yum! We all leave so happy and full from Bonefish Orland Park!

Petter “Siston” Svensson

Flew from sweden to eat at lukes lobster again. Usualy insanley good. But the Usual performance dont matter when they do not have any glutenfree bread at all to serve...

Anna Jean

Good! Expensive but good! Love the individual gluten free soy sauce packets.

TaMara Hanscom

Great service! I have a gluten allergy and the staff bent over backwards to accommodate me. The food was delicious. We had the shrimp Baha bowl and bacon wrapped scallops.

Nancy Richards

Yummy. Shared the grilled platter and the Sea Bass with my daughter. Sea Bass was melt-in- your-mouth delicious. Dedicated Gluten Free menu. Has Gluten Free table bread.

David Phelps

Order was wrong upcharge on everything. Even my eggs included in my skillet. Upcharge for one gluten free pancake. Upcharge for fruit instead of pancake. Will NEVER go again. 57 dollars for 2 people 2 eat egg breakfast and coffee. It deserves a 0!

Francis Clark

Michelle Miler

So me and my girlfriend came in to the restaurant today. I had to explain to the waitress that I had a severe gluten allergy and that nothing involving gluten could touch my food. she insured me that she would tell the cook. Needless to say within 20 minutes of leaving the restaurant I had a severe allergic reaction because of the food. Along with the horrible service that was provided by the waitress I will never ever go back to this restaurant again due to the simple fact that I ended up in the emergency room because people don’t listen

Tommy Mac

I would describe the food as artisan yet unpretentious. I had the seared tuna special and was quite impressed. They have a great gluten free menu. Atmosphere is cozy and romantic. Service was friendly and attentive.

Rhonda Barnes

I have been eating at Thipi Thai for several years. This is one of my favorite places to eat Thai food. They have a separate gluten-free menu which was extremely helpful. Our waitress was great!

Eli Twig

Hit up the happy hour at the bar, they accommodated my gluten allergy! Great experience

Ellen Gonzales

Laurie Kohl

Celiac and gluten free house 406 has so many options. The food is fresh and delicious.

Frank Haviland

I was very excited to have the opportunity of dining here for a quick lunch. There are a few locations, and when I was last in Boston, I was unable to experience the Boston location, but I felt fortunate enough to experience the Chicago Ocean Prime Location. The location of the restaurant is in a prime spot within the Downtown Chicago area that affords them the opportunity to provide you with fantastic seating options that look out over the city. The menu is very elaborate with several options in spirits, proteins, dining options, and varying entrees. They do have the ability to accommodate a food allergy, including a gluten allergy, but with full disclosure, I did have a slight reaction to something I consumed while dining with Ocean Prime. The staff was made aware of my exposure and was sincerely apologetic for my discomfort.

Patricia DuSold

The food was delicious as always. The service staff was friendly accommodating, helped show my daughter the gluten free items on menu. We celebrated my Bdy but made no mention to staff. Getting to old for that.

Evelyn Bennett

EXCELLENT restaurant! Every item on the menu is outstanding. The gluten free options are delicious. The ribs fall off the bone - so good that you want to order the full slab. The prices are very reasonable. The owner, Bill, and his team are warm and welcoming and make you feel at home. The atmosphere is very nice, updated, and spacious. Go for lunch or dinner. We love it here. Also, Gale Street Inn supports local charities, very generous people. This restaurant is excellent in every way!

Ed M

Great food! I had a steak that was really flavorful. My family has seafood and they were very happy! Grace was our server and very knowledgeable as we needed gluten free options.

Sheila Watts

I haven't been to Bob Chinns in awhile. It was awesome then and AWESOME NOW! WE had the vermicelli, Halibut, Mai Tai, cheesecake and it was ALL FABULOUS! Mario (Server) was GREAT. Mario was knowledgeable, patience, pleasant and professional. Mario was very knowledgeable of Gluten-free ans dietary restrictions. Keep up rhe AWESOME GOOD WORK MARIO! Bob Chinn is worth the drive to Wheeling!

Jill Beathard

Really great food, wonderful dining experience. Lots of gluten-free options (without cross-contamination!) and knowledgeable staff.

Steve Sutter

Really great place. Went for a birthday and they let me bring a small gluten free cake. They even put it on a plate with a flower. Really great staff and the food was perfect. I highly recommend this place.

Emma Brooks

Excellent service and care since I mentioned I was gluten sensitive. Waiter made sure no croutons were put into the salad. I forgot to mention it. That made my night!