Top 49 Gluten-Free Gems to Discover in the Mission District, San Francisco

Christopher

Note: Only writing this to let the owner know in case they aren't aware of the celiac review apps and the recent change. It's otherwise an excellent place with amazing staff and food, hope that it can get resolved for the celiac community. Something has gone wrong with their sourcing of gluten free ingredients. I have celiac and suddenly after incorporating this restaurant into my diet my blood work numbers have exploded upwards. I track my numbers very closely multiple times a year and I've done a lot of elimination and it points pretty heavily towards this place as being the culprit. This also reflects in the reviews for find me gluten free website where people are getting violent reactions in the last year. Hopefully they eventually figure out where the gluten is coming from so that other celiac individuals and I can go back here again as their food is otherwise very tasty. I would recommend them to redo the testing that they once did in 2019 to figure out where the source of the problem is. Thank you

Daphne Bliss-Rosval

I go here all the time for the sweet plantain bowl so I got it catered to my birthday party ! It was a super easy process and my guests said it was the best food they'd had catered at an event! We had vegan and gluten free people and so it was able to accommodate everyone :)

Emily Ou

Food was ok, came out quickly and service was great but it was busy and relatively loud while we were dining. The ramen was the most disappointing to me- noodles seemed borderline overcooked and the broth was just salty but with little actual flavour. I found it to be some of the more blah vegan dishes I’ve had in a while. It was either super spicy or just tasted like rice. The vegan cream cheese seemed a little off to be honest but that’s on me for not saying anything. I will say they’re great at accommodating allergies as I’ve heard they’ve accommodated gluten free + avocado allergy.

Gary Reinecke

This is the best Indian I have had in SF so far. They also have excellent gluten free naan and an extensive gluten free menu!

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Eating and drinking outside is an option and is pleasant. If ordering to go beers or ciders can be ordered as well. Gluten free is offered and is tasty

Erica (EVLove11)

These pupusas are too good! Literally had to come back the next day to get more after my first time trying them. I particularly love the large number of vegetarian options that they provide! Great gluten free place for those in your life as well! Tip on the tamales: the corn is fine, but the chicken is AMAZING. Just be careful of serving sizes because they do not shy away from large portions!

Julie Hareng

The Best empanadas I've ever eaten!!! Served warm with generous filling, many vegetarian or gluten free options. I've tried the mushroom empanada and the banana and dulce de leche (sweet), they were both delicious and at a good price. They have some good refreshing drinks too. I definitely recommend!

Jacqueline Crouch

Mary Maas

THE BEST Ramen I've had! Can't wait to go back and try a different one. I had the signature pork, and the pork belly just melts in your mouth....not the broth!. Delicious! Also HUGE selling point, which brought us there was the Gluten Free Ramen!. My kiddo, who is GF said the noodles were just ok, but the rest of the soup was yummy!. Can't find many GF Ramen places so we will definitely be back! The desserts are fun and tasty as well!

Christelle Salomon

Delicious meal at such a fair price! It's hard to eat out and not feel like I'm spending and arm and a leg, or not getting my money's worth. But Udupi was a great value and everything was so tasty!! The vegetable korma was so crunchy! The paratha so flaky and great with the Chana masala and the dipping sauces that came with the dosa! The dosa was so large and yummy! Many gluten free options, and wait staff was very patient with all of our questions.

Jinesh Jain

The drink "Fool me twice" was just something else!! Simply brilliant. And the gluten free pizza crust is delicious! Can't wait to come back!

Jason Knowlton

Ivy Eatmon

Our food was incredible! Worth the wait but recommend making reservations in advance if you can. Nonetheless, they have incredible gluten free crust (nothing I’ve had before) my partner also had a white pie and he loved it. The atmosphere is great, music is at a perfect volume, servers are extremely friendly and our server Jessie was so sweet! The hostess (Samantha) was also very accommodating and extremely friendly! Highly recommend this place! Must try.

Kobi Hudson

Great vegan and gluten free donut options.

Jessicka Chamberlin

We absolutely love, love, love Rainbow. The quality of their bulk products is unmatched and the people are immensely helpful and kind. Plus, for the expansive selection and quality, the prices are surprisingly great. They have done an incredible job of keeping their egg prices down!! We live in San Jose and make the pilgrimage once every 6-8 weeks. It keeps our basics stocked in stocked through to our next visit. I am dedicated to becoming an excellent gluten free baker and grind most of my own flour at home. Because of Rainbow, I’m able to keep myself stocked in an array of amazing grains that I can very inexpensively grind into fresh flour. I add 1-2 Le Parfait jars to my collection every visit and I am ALMOST complete. Their prices on Le Parfait jars are the best I’ve found anywhere besides COSTCO, but COSTCO doesn’t sell the larger jars I need for bulk items I need to keep in extra large amounts, like rolled oats. Almost everything in these pictures comes from Rainbow!

Maria Trakas

I'm updating my review several months later... My sister, Angela, and I visited for my sister's birthday. Angela was undergoing chemotherapy at the time and made the effort to get ready so that we could celebrate together. Angela had made the reservation and included in the reservation that I have a gluten allergy; she didn't make any mention that she would be arriving in a wheelchair or that she was immunocompromised. It was an early dinner so as to miss the crowds. The host didn't miss a beat when we arrived. He looked busy as we wheeled in and I realized it was because he saw us and was quickly making changes to our table to best accommodate. The impeccable service continued throughout dinner. Our server was very attentive. The food and drinks were delicious. Everything was perfect. I didn't know at the time that it would be Angela's last birthday celebration and can't thank you all enough for making that day special for Angela.

Ariel Jackson

Great food, really cute, and they were able to make things gluten-free for someone with celiac disease. Thank you Ronnie for being so accommodating and nice!

Lias Was Here

We'd eaten here almost exactly a year ago and really loved the gluten free and vegan options so we tried it again. Ordered the mediterranean chicken, shrimp, lamb and falafel rice bowls for takeout. Didn't bother checking the order as we waited for it and were in communication with the cashier at the time who let us know our order was ready. Get home and they switched the shrimp for some gyro seeming meat and didn't bother to label the lamb and chicken which looked suspiciously similar. The person who ordered the chicken last year couldn't eat their dish as it seemed to be way over spiced. The person who ordered the shrimp was understandably disappointed but it was too far and too late to go back. Will not order from Healthyish again as it was a very sad meal - with the exception of the falafel bowl which was delicious.

Dominick Smith

Mercedes Paredes

Cute space and yummy smoothies! Also great Gluten-free options

Ethan

AN AUTHENTIC ITALIAN RESTAURANT. I say for 3 reasons: 1. All the staff are Italian 2. A member of my dinner party lived in Italy for several years, is fluent in Italian who also has an Italian husband and she confirmed this place screamed proper Italian 3. It gave me massive nostalgia of my recent trip to Italy a few months ago. I came with a party of 7 for my girlfriend's birthday. The manager Andrea was there at the front door to welcome us and quickly made small talk with our Italian speaking party members. We were sat upstairs in a balcony type seating which gave us a full view of the dining room - absolutely beautiful. Our waiter Marco was attentive and knowledgeable about the whole menu. We had a child with celiac so he quickly told us everything that she could eat and she loved every bite of it! All of the appetizers were amazing especially the meatballs, we had to order a second round. We ate the calamari, salads, and burrata which tasted amazing. We ordered individual pasta entrees of different varieties. Each member of my party could not stop talking about how delicious it was - IT WAS PROPER AL DENTE. Drinks are so reasonably priced. A glass of wine is $10-$14 which is SOO cheap in my opinion but all the wine tasted amazing - the bottles all cost about $40-$50 which is very affordable. To further compliment Marco, it was a busy evening but he never forgot a single thing we ordered even down to the modifications in a single persons entree. Even if his other duties created a longer wait time for our requests he continually reassured us that he would take care of it which he did. Desserts were phenomenal and they were nice to us to comp a dessert for the birthday member. We had the Tiramisu, Red Velvet Cake, and the Panna Cotta. Each one tasted amazing and we continually ate them despite how full we all were. Andrea was also so kind to bring the celiac child (Born in Italy and also speaks Italian) some gelato as it was gluten free and she was so thankful!! Andrea also gave us some Limoncello which tasted delicious! As someone who works for a high-end restaurant in San Francisco, Bottega truly is one the best restaurants I have had the pleasure of visiting. This place is 20/10 and I WILL be back as soon as I can. This is a repost of my yelp review, I wanted to make sure it was on both google and yelp.

Ana Zed

One of my favorite places in the city. Good options for gluten free folks too

Becca Stewart

Crepes were tasty, my husband and I both got one and I got the gluten-free (rice flour) crepe, which is $2 extra. Seemed a bit too expensive, especially because it's a modest hole-in-the-wall place. They made the food fresh, there was about a 15 minute or so wait even though we were the only ones there. But then they brought us free spicy pickled veggies, homemade salsa, and a different bubble tea sample for each of us. The crepes were very large, too; it ended up being a lot of food! All in all that was a good experience, not sure if the spicy veggies are standard but other reviewers said they got tea samples, too. While we were there (around the time school gets out) probably at least a dozen teenagers came and at least half of them just hung out, so it got really crowded. The bubble tea was advertised as $3.00/small & $3.50/large which seems cheap anyway if you did want to splurge for that.

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I love Anthony's. They have a gluten free ice cream sandwich too. I wish they opened earlier than noon, but I wait anyway

Whitney Wagner

Vegan sausages. Beyond Hot Italian and Beyond Brat, both delicious. (They also have a Beyond burger). They allow you to switch up the sides and offer a great salad. You can also add hot peppers and sauerkraut. Get the gluten free bun or no bun for fully vegan. Rosumunde also generally has sour beers on tap.

Mitchell Hanson

Pizza joint within the mission district area with quick-pick up options for square, thick crusted pizza. Although the appearance itself was very appetizing, the texture of the bread was pretty dry and did not feel high quality. The toppings were slightly excessive and drowned out the integral pizza ingredients including the cheese and sauce. The price did not equate to the quality or quantity of the pizza and the staff did not understand I had just wanted one of each pizza type, so they ended up charging me more than I had wanted. The environment is more accustomed for take out. No gluten free options.

Anthony Cesnik

Great coffee, great gluten free frittata. Would definitely return.

Meghan O'Keefe

Delightful Gluten Free Bagels! And outdoor seating.

Ender

Anytime you put tots in my breakfast burrito it’s a bonus but the gluten-free tortilla options was the cherry on top.

Dina Kitayama

The Morris never disappoints! Each dish is well thought out and delicious! Great drinks, salads and meats! And I dream of their gluten-free buckwheat donuts!

K S

Not shown in this picture but I can safely say the brigadeiro (chocolate ball) and pão de queijo (cheese bread/gluten free) is consistently on point 😋. Definitely worth trying.

Michelle Barnes

Great brunch spot with an extensive menu that can accommodate dietary restrictions! We visited for a late Saturday brunch around 1:15pm and were seated right away. I ordered the chicken and waffle and my friend ordered the original benedict with gluten free bread. We both also got glasses of red sangria. Both dishes were great! I was especially impressed with the quality of the chicken. Fair portion size and quite affordable pricing for SF brunch.

Gabe Sulkes

Highly recommend Krua Thai. Excellent, affordable Thai food in the Mission with a wide variety of options and very accommodating of gluten free dietary needs. I usually get the panang curry, pad thai, or fried rice. All are excellent. For both dine-in and take-out, the staff are attentive, kind, and efficient. Thanks Krua!

A L

Fantastic food! The pistachio sorbetto was amazing -- and everything was great! And they were incredibly accommodating to special diets (e.g. gluten free, dairy free). Different people in our group had different diets, and each received an annotated menu showing what we could have to eat, along with any modifications that could be made to dishes.

Catherine Lee

An amazing experience! I would rate higher than 5 stars if I could. Incredible attention to detail in every aspect of the restaurant, the food & beverages, and their service. The staff is very knowledgeable, provides excellent customer service, and seems so passionate about every dish and wine pairing they present. Each food item was expertly prepared using clever and creative ingredients and cooking methods. Reservations well in advance are a must. You pre-pay at the time of booking. There are multiple options catering to a variety of dietary requirements, including the nuance of truly gluten-free vs. trace amounts of gluten is okay. Tables are seated at staggered seating times, instead of pre-pandemic seating where they had limited seating times with communal dining.

Judy Young

Bryce Badura

A great little Spanish restaurant with tasty (and gluten/dairy free) paellas and tapas. Street parking is fairly easy and the staff were so friendly and wonderful!

Jen Komaromi

Great spot, reminded us of Spain. Lots of gluten free options. I had stopped at the ferry building and bought a Mariposa baguette and was able to dip my bread in the delicious garlic butter from my gambas. The patatas bravas were the best we've had outside of Spain. Need to come back to try their Paella. If you are GF bring a baguette, lots of menu choices and they were knowledgeable. Well-priced too.

Seth Masterson

Amazing freshly baked breads and all things gluten. A little gem of a cafe/bakery in Bayview

Luke Swartz

Penny Roma marries the former Central Kitchen's fresh, market-driven California cuisine to the fresh-made pastas from sister restaurant Flour + Water (which is currently closed for renovations). We loved the old Central Kitchen restaurant: the decor/ambiance is almost identical, and if you liked Central Kitchen's food, you'll find a lot to like here too. Food: The marinated squash & mushrooms were delicious although it might have worked better as a hot (versus cold) appetizer. The foccacia was crunchy and bursting with flavor. The tonnarelli cacio e pepe had a delicious sauce, although the pasta was a bit thicker & chewier than what you'd get in Rome. The seared trout was deliciously fatty and well-prepared, on some super-fresh greens with interesting accompaniments. Fregola Sarda was the only slight disappointment of the night; the flavors of the saffron and seafood were a bit overpowered by something acidic (vinegar?). Finally, the pomegranate and bay leaf sorbet was an outstanding dessert: the bay leaf complemented the pomegranate perfectly, adding an almost herbal minty-ness. Dietary restrictions: for a place with a heavy pasta emphasis, there are a fair number of gluten-free dishes (and dairy-free, with a few minor modifications) Kid friendliness: we brought our 5 year old, and although there is no "kids menu", they made a half-portion of pasta for him (he loved the cacio e pepe, although I suspect many kids would also like the bolognese), although his favorite thing was the foccacia Prices are reasonable considering the quality of the ingredients & cooking Getting in: book ahead (reservations open 2 weeks beforehand), sign up for last-minute openings on Resy, or arrive early for a walk-in spot (we arrived at 5 PM on a Sunday, and were 2nd in line for the 5:30 opening)

Robert Rossi

We found this place looking for gluten free options. The owner was excited to talk about his homemade gluten free bread recipes and his ideas for other gluten free products. The sandwiches he made us were very good. I had the Avocado bacon sandwich and it was the best sandwich I've had in a very long time. The prices were reasonable, and the staff were very friendly. Many people just popped their heads in to say hello to the owner. The decor is nothing special, and once you try his food you realize he puts all of his energy into making great breads and sandwiches. You should really check this place out.

Matt Warren

What's not to like about solidly made, reasonably priced (for the nabe at least) and nicely presented pasta and pizza? Maybe you hate gluten or joy, or maybe you're too snobby for the plain-but-pleasing atmosphere, in which case you should go somewhere else, preferably far away, and stay there. Everyone else, check it out. There is also a quite good brunch, somewhat surprisingly for an Italian place.

L Stockhausen

Amazing sandwiches. Alex made us the best Mission and gluten free Ruben sandwiches. It’s an hour and a half later and I’m still thinking about it.

T Sripun

Best falafels I've had in SF and absolutely delicious. I love getting their food delivered or stopping by in person when I'm in the area. Service is friendly and friends have enjoyed it too. I always get 1/2 rice and hummus with combo or lamb or chicken. I love the desserts, their lentil soup, and the other dishes like musakhan is good too! A delicious spot for people who are gluten free/vegetarian with variety of menu items. The delicious falafel here is one of my favorites in the city! Single gender neutral restroom on first floor. Indoor seating with a lot of 2-4 person tables. There's an upstairs patio for outdoor seating too.

Carolina Alvarez-Correa

Loved the food here - so many delicious and unique things we’ve never seen before. We had the rolls, eggplant starter, koko wings, cheese and mushroom empanada, crispy pork belly, and coconut milk braised cassava. The wings, empanada, and cassava were especially standouts. We were so impressed that the empanadas were gluten free - we want to bring all our gluten free relatives here because you can’t find that anywhere! We sat on the outdoor heated patio, which is a very fun atmosphere. Music is great, audible but not too loud for conversation, and in the tent you definitely could forget you’re on Mission St. Their wine selection is also great!

Adam Billen

Best tacos I have ever had. Corn tortillas so gluten free. Not sure about cross contamination, but I felt ok after and am celiac.

Jamie O'Neal

Had a great lunch here today. All ceviche is made to order and very fresh. Staff was knowledgeable about and accommodating for gluten intolerance.

Megan C

Love this place - been following them since they were inside the MEDA space. Extremely friendly and dedicated staff putting so much care into each dish. I'm gluten free and vegetarian - they made a special memela for me without pork fat. I also got a Oaxaca Chocolate, which the serve brings to your table and mixes and pours the divinely sweet warm chocolate milk from a handmade ceramic pot into your ceramic mug. Came here on a Thursday evening after work with two friends. It can take some time for the food to come out as they hand craft each dish in a small space - but worth the vibes and the wait. They also have local art work displayed in the dining area. They serve beer, wine and lots of N/A beverages (aguas fresca, coffee, hot chocolate and more). Also highly recommend the champurrado :)

Alan Rodriguez