Top 25 Gluten-Free Spots Across Santa Barbara

Jeremy Mozlin

Lovely little place in downtown SB that you'd never know was gluten-free if you didn't ask! Food was delicious, and they clearly put great care into their decor, tableware, and other accents. Save room for dessert, if you can!

Marley Jay

I love this place so greatly, when I lived downtown I would eat here on the regular. The best thing is it is very inclusive of most diets and has a pretty nice selection of vegan and gluten free items, including at some times of year seasonal cakes and pies.. yumm.. However, today in summertime, their were more choices in the salad and entree bar; including some delicious looking pasta salads, and did I mention how high quality all the ingredients are? Today I kept it simple, and got the gluten free vegan snickerdoodle cookies. They are like puffs of sweet satisfying heaven. I can have few with a small latte and just allow my mind to travel and vacation for a moment. The latte which I had for their, in a cup, making it all the more cozy was divine. Steamed well as for the almond mylk, and had a lovely sweet nutty flavor to the espresso. Very quick service btw. Thats the beauty of this place is you can go and get a latte and nosh, or an entire meal and perhaps some wine.. I will keep coming back and have heard the best things about the owner, thanks for such a delectable space🙏🏽

Joe Lewis

Delicious traditional taco place in a dedicated gluten free environment. Just great tacos. 😋🌮

Mina Sardashti

Delicious food all around. Everyone’s dishes were prepared perfectly, and the gluten free pizza was good, too. Service was super friendly.

Grace Parkey

Beware! While I’ve always enjoyed Finney’s food and their many gluten free options, the last three times I’ve dined here my boyfriend and I have gotten horribly sick. Unfortunately will never eat here again. We last ate here on Wednesday 4/9/25 and spent the entire next day sick, my bf had to leave work due to vomiting and I had to leave school from nausea and stomach pain that lasted until Saturday morning. Food and price is not worth the aftermath.

Kevin Unterreiner

Great restaurant, comfortable patio, gluten free hamburger bun option

Amir Lidgi

Great place for dinner, food was tasty, drinks were great. More than that the place is Gluten free friendly, we have celiac and waiters were very knowledgeable, knew about cross contamination, and recommended accordingly on dishes that will suit us. Gluten free sushi!!

John Ward

So it's a pretty touristy experience. Brunch in the sun under an umbrella just off the beach? Check. Great food with little appetizer bonus? Check. (Blueberry muffin basket) People jogging by and a blonde waitress named Brooke with slight vocal fry? Check. But after driving up from LA all morning, that was what we wanted. In all seriousness, it was a great experience with unobtrusive gluten-free options. Will stop here again next time we are traveling through. Ymmv for locals, but the parking lot is almost empty and it's full, so people are walking here.

Marlene Mounce

Great vegetarian cheese with meats for dairy free folks, tastes like real cheese, gluten free crust if you want, they’ve thought of everyone, excellent flan, fresh salads. Friendly service and cool decor. You’ll love it.

Wick Ludwick

Blaze pizza never disappoints. I’m gluten free and their options for that are great. Plus, they make the pizza exactly how I want it. I’m not sure why I don’t eat here more often.

Terri Arnold

Had a fabulous meal here on the patio, which was very peaceful on a Friday night. By contrast, the interior was very lively, crowded and noisy. Great food. Wonderful, friendly service. Favorites were the crudo and beef carpaccio. Least favorite was the chicken paella but only because the amount of paprika was overpowering (I’m not a paprika fan). Looking forward to visiting again. Very easy for celiacs and gf eaters.

Brett Rietveld

Had gluten free options. My girlfriend is celiac and she enjoyed the fries and the cake. Has fun nights like live music or bingo

Nancy Myers

I had something labeled gluten free, but was I'll for 3 days with gluten related allergy.

Matthew Bennett

Mesa Burger is a buzzy, lively little restaurant with patio seating, shoehorned into the Mesa strip shopping center. Excellent burgers of many kinds, and supportive of gluten free diets. They also have an unadvertised build-a-burger option.

Katherine Bartels

Had dinner here with 6 people for family. Outside on heated patio. We brought our dog. It was great! Loved the food, came out fast, good portions, good value for money, nice and attentive staff. We would happily go back! Also the fact that it’s almost entirely gluten-free was a big benefit for our group. We like it all, especially the crab cakes, chicken Milanese, and branzino.

Cathy K

How wild to find exceptional grocery store takeout sushi! The grab and go offerings out there are dismal when it comes to finding healthy gluten free etc etc options. The poke burrito was actually so good we went back a few days later. Panic set in when there weren't any to be seen but the lovely people behind the counter had them ready in no time. Don't go to TJ's for take out. Go here for an excellent poke burrito on the fly.

Alexis Morra

The atmosphere is really nice. I came here to try the quiche and gluten free baked goods. The blueberry gluten free muffin was quite small and mildly flavored. I got a much bigger and better one at Helena Ave Bakery. I read the reviews raving about the quiche and I don’t get the hype. It’s a slice of a basic quiche. It’s nice the crust is gluten free but it was quite thick crust and the quiche was not freshly made…maybe it was fresh from the morning, I got there around 10:40am. But it was reheated and cold in the middle.

Leilani Barnes

Delicious delicious options, and a good amount of gluten free choices too :) the creations are BEAUTIFUL

hannah elliott

the best gluten free gnocchi! they can turn any dish except for the ravioli gluten free

Mullimom

Delicious.. perfectly cook Black Cod. The swordfish was equally executed flawlessly. The cool vibe and attentive service make this a great spot to dine when in Santa Barbara. Gluten free was also very easy to order with many options marked on the menu.

Cynthia

This is the best restaurant in Santa Barbara! I had the best experience with service, food and the overall experience! They are very familiar with gluten free options! I highly recommend it and will be back! 👏👏👏. Eva was so welcoming and lovely. Omar was an outstanding waiter and very attentive!

Majo Muñoz

It has several gluten free options! Very good service and everything delicious

Patricia Augustus

Kylie Van De Wyngaerde

The best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had. Bartenders asked me for all of my allergies and have a dairy free option on the menu that is amazing.

Silvia g

The best sushi I've ever had! And we had to eat gluten free and the waiter was great with recommendations and making us feel safe eating our meal! Will definitely be back!

Sophie GILIBERT

Excellent pastries and sandwiches Very warm welcome Special mention for the perfect gluten-free breads

Tricia Davis

The store is always busy, love that I can get a lettuce wrapped gluten-free burger. The fries aren't that great but at least I've learned to order them crispier.

Alicia G

Loved the food, atmosphere, and our server Zack was amazing! I am gluten free and Zack was very knowledgeable and reassured me that he would take every precaution to ensure my meal was gluten free. We got the ahi tuna crudo, butter leaf salad, and catch of the day which all had excellent summer flavors and were the perfect portion sizes. Definitely recommend.

Slim Shady

One of the few places I can get gluten free keto bread. Also good selection of sushi, vegan / vegetarian cheese and meat and ready made meals.

Amanda Peralta

Lily Heidger

Pizza here is amazing and vegan + gluten free options are great, but $5 EXTRA for vegan cheese is a crime, especially when it's replacing dairy cheese.

Jim Z

Food is top notch central/south American. Not just plain mexican; great variety and very tasty Almost everything they have is gluten free. Tortillas are made fresh with your food. Don't be scared off by the outside appearance. Small and looks like a dive. I wish they were near my house; I would be there several times a week!

C C

My first, but not last, time at Handlebar Coffee. Great location, seating options, customer service and, hooray: gluten free options!!

Steve L

Popular restaurant and bakery in downtown Santa Barbara. Great place for breakfast on the weekends. A wide variety of Danish baked goods along with some other non-Danish items. Some gluten-free items also available. All the baked items I’ve tried were good to very good. Depending on the item, you may be able to ask for a small taste before purchase. Many items available by the piece for dine- in or takeout, as well as entire baked items such as pies, cakes, and large pastries. Special occasion cakes can also be pre-ordered, such as birthday cakes. Indoor and outdoor dining available, with outdoor dining being a good place to people watch as this block tends to be somewhat busy with pedestrian traffic. Parking available via multiple nearby public lots off of Chapala Street and Anacapa Street. Boutique shopping also available in the nearby La Arcada shopping center.

Gary Trew

Ken Miyakawa

Santa Barbara Fishouse is a standout spot for fresh, flavorful seafood. The Macadamia Nut Halibut and Sesame Wonton Santa Barbara Fishouse is a standout spot for fresh, flavorful seafood. The Macadamia Nut Halibut and Sesame Wonton Crusted Mahi Mahi are favorites, but the octopus is an absolute must-try—perfectly tender and seasoned to perfection. Paired with oceanfront views and a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere, it’s ideal for any occasion. With friendly service and diverse menu options, including gluten-free and vegetarian choices, this restaurant is a gem in Santa Barbara.

Katarzyna van der Weijde

Kilka razy odwiedzona sieciówka CPK ❤️ pizza gluten Free przepyszna ❤️

Kristen

Oh my gosh. Amazing. Fala Bar always goes above and beyond for gluten-free vegans. We love Fala Bar!! ❤️

Lorraine Haataia

I chose Empty Bowl because most noodle places can accommodate vegans, but I discovered that they didn’t really have a dedicated vegan dish. I was craving rice noodles and veggies, and the staff was very accommodating. The person who took my order was patient and helpful when I requested no tofu and extra vegetables. However, I was disappointed with the dish I received. It was mostly noodles, with fewer vegetables than I would expect after requesting extra. The sauce was also much saltier than I prefer. They also didn’t have many gluten-free options, and when I asked about MSG, the person taking my order wasn’t sure if it was used in the food. Since I prefer to avoid MSG, this was a concern for me. I do like the community atmosphere of the food court, as it’s nice to have options that cater to both me as a vegan and my husband, who isn’t. However, the space was quite tight, and with sports games playing, it was louder than I’d prefer. A little more quiet and space between restaurants would enhance the experience.

Samantha Imholt

Wonderful dinner. Stopped by while passing through on a Monday evening mid March 2025 after Grand Prix. Amazing food, catered to gluten allergies and best drinks and dessert I’ve had in months. I hope to return every time I pass through after the races. Just absolutely incredible!!

Jason Morales

I'm not used to eating at Gluten free restaurants, but this place had some surprising dishes. First off, wasn't too excited to be going here in the first place. Not much looked appealing. Ordered the salmon. And I was pleasantly surprised. It was very tasty. Also had this Kung pow cauliflower appetizer (I hate cauliflower) that was so delicious. Wow, so good! Overall, it was a great experience.

J

Solid place for gluten-free and regular pizza. We love the dry rub wings! Salads are huge. There's a back patio, and space for larger groups. Plus, the staff here are incredibly kind. No it's not downtown, it's a neighborhood place. Makes it even better. Try their special pizzas! 😋

Linda Bis

Had a really good gluten free pizza.

Emily Lee

Curly Bee

Mouthwatering food, a charming atmosphere, and outdoor dining with sustainably sourced ingredients (organic and wild-caught). A heaven for those seeking dairy-free and gluten-free options. Exceptional service.

Jessica Trevisan

I highly recommend this spot for ice cream. The flavors were delicious and you can really taste how fresh the fruit used in the flavors are. I would also like to say how wonderful the staff is. I have celiac disease and as soon as the employee heard they offered to go to the back of the store and scoop from a fresh tub to avoid cross contamination. This was so incredibly kind. I have never requested this at any ice cream place because I didn’t want to inconvenience the staff so having them offer it here was so nice. I can’t wait to come back.

Yarin Roth

They have a gluten free bun!

Jenny Curtin

I ordered the Roman’s chocolate coconut (dairy free) it was really good I could barely feel the difference if it had dairy or not. Downside I ordered a cone gluten free (I wasn’t thinking clearly) and well I’m not allergic to gluten so for me it was not a good taste and barely crunchy. But for next time I’ll think it through better. I’m coming back and I recommend you to try their ice cream. For a hot day or night this is a great spot.

Annie Soos

Good food, gluten free pizza options, nice toilet

M S

I wanted to have a flight of their kombucha (and other non gluten drinks such as seltzer, cider and kombucha). They won’t pour flights of their kombucha that is on draft. When I asked why not, a single bartender could not tell me why nor could they understand a rational reason. You can get 13 ounces of kombucha or more but not a taster. You can get a sample which is the same size as a flight size. But not a flight. It makes no sense. Stupid rule. And stupid rules get bad reviews. The owner or manager has responded questioning why I would want a flight of 4 of the same kombuchas. That was not accurate. I should have indicated I wanted a flight, with one of them being a kombucha. The rest being a seltzer, a cider, a kombucha, and something else.