Top 30 Gluten-Free Spots to Explore in Capitol Hill, Washington

Greg Mercer

Tasty and they had good gluten-free options. And very fresh.

Jared Sahleen

Great food, reasonable gluten safe options, breakfasts are great, you have to try a Ted tart.

Brian Tuttle

I tasted the worst cheeseburger I’ve had in my entire life at the US Capitol. The patty was overcooked and tasted like cardboard. The salad bar was fresh and tasty, though they were out of several dressings. There are many delicious-looking desserts, but the only gluten-free option was a white chocolate modem of the Capitol dome, which was not very good.

Chris Burati

My partner and I were in town visiting and stopped by the Capitol Hill location given their connection to the bike racing scene. My partner has a gluten allergy and we were very explicit about substituting corn tortillas for flour and holding the fries (cross contamination in the fryer) in the breakfast tacos. After their first bite they realized it was too late - there were fries in the tacos and thus they were contaminated with gluten. I am extremely disappointed at the lack of attention to allergens and we will not be coming back nor recommending this restaurant to anyone who has a food sensitivity. The bright side of the situation is that the homeless man sitting outside got a free meal!

Vivianne Leonard

I went to Ambar with my friends early Saturday morning. They are extremely efficient and our server Peter (Pex) was AMAZING. He was quick, friendly, and super alert to my gluten allergy. I would highly recommend in terms of the environment and atmosphere. Plus the food was absolutely to die for. I would get the unlimited breakfast tapas style with a bunch of friends with the mimosas!

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Kim

I really was not impressed with this cauliflower Vegan cheese pizza I really was not impressed. My! Sad that I traveled way across town looking forward to having something totally delicious, instead it was like paper and glue . So I definitely won’t be going back here again and so embarrassed that I ordered some to share with friends, who all like me, avoid gluten like the plague and have an issue with dairy. But I will say the customer service was great and the restaurant seemed kind of a fun atmosphere, though I didn’t eat there only to take out, but I did notice a huge cockroach in the ladies bathroom. It was dead -It just made me wonder about what the kitchen looks like😯

Sarah Vacca

This place was amazing from the phone call. I called ahead to see if they could accommondate my many dietary needs. I cannot have gluten, canola oil, sunflower oil, or soybean oil. Lauren, one of the hostesses assure me they could accommondate everything. While she strongly suggested to book a reservation, she mentioned there were some spots that are available but on a first come first serve basis. When we arrived we were seated immediately at the community table and had Ian as our waiter who went out of his way to make sure our meal and experience was perfect and it was. He was made away of all my dietary needs which was amazing not to run through that again with a different person. They were able to accommondate just as they said they would. The chef even made up for me a side dish that I could have. I had the beef wagyu which was cooked to perfection and juicy. My husband had the halibut. Now, I don't even like fish, and I thought his dish was amazing. If all fish tasted like that, I would eat fish more often. The portions were a little on the smaller side, but the dishes themselves had excellent flavors. My husband also had the parker rolls with goat butter, the hard apple cider, and the s'more bar. I didn't eat dessert, but the desserts look beautifully presented and my husband raved about it. Also, I never had goat butter before and that was also delicious. What drew me to this place is that from their info on the website said they try to source locally and organic when possibly. This is what we try to do ourselves. We love that this place adopted that as well. The food, service, and the presentation was superior. When we are back in town, we will definitely return. We also got the butterhead lettuce salad and dates too go, which of course was also delicious.

Brea Rip

Great gluten-free place to eat in D.C.! Super friendly staff too!

Ariane Laxo

A full sensory experience, our dinner here was one of the best I've ever had. I have celiac, and noted that in my reservation - they accommodated gluten free with no issues. The angel eggs were a whimsical tongue in cheek surprise. I couldn't even describe the crab and grits, and the gluten free biscuit was a perfect pairing. Instead of dinner and a show for a $400-500 night out, consider this your full experience. What a treat!

Brandt Tingen

Withheld judgment until after a few times, and it's safe to say, everything is really delicious! My favorite is the spicy pastrami. Their gf bread is much better than many other gluten free bakeries.

Jaclyn O'Day

Pineapple & Pearls delivers a commanding culinary and memorable dining experience that will leave a lasting impression on you for years to come. This Michelin 2 star restaurant is a standout that delivers the most perfect mix of fun, culinary creativity, magic, and perfection. It’s not just a delicious meal, but a dining experience that comes to life with their incredibly amazing food and beverage pairings along with the hospitality of their staff. P&Ps has an open kitchen so you can watch as they carefully attend to every detail in preparing each item. We sat at the chefs table and it was awesome watching them prepare the food. They accommodated a gluten free dietary restriction with ease.

Justin Parkan

This place has the best gluten free crust I've ever had. Great pizza and cocktails

Maddy Easley

Love this place so much!! They have an amazing margarita menu, and I got their seasonal pomegranate margarita. Switched it up this time and got the bowl with mushrooms as a great gluten free and vegetarian entree. All were delicious!! Can’t wait to come back again!

Arbree Lischer

One of the most unique and delicious Italian foods in DC. It’s pinsa (light pizza) or like a open sandwich. They bring all ingredients from italy including flour and meats. My wife is gluten free in the US, but the flour from Europe does not bother her, so it’s really nice to have a spot to enjoy pinsa together without worrying about allergies. Chef Angelina and Chef Fabrizio are the best. They work hours and hours in the kitchen themselves to make sure serving their guests the highest quality. We are so lucky that they moved here near us and started this awesome restaurant.

Lena

Lovely cafe! Food was beautiful and delicious. Interior is adorable! Went for lunch- unfortunately the staff is not super informed on what’s gluten free but I knew I’d be safe with the omelette. Looked at the dinner menu and it notes gluten free items (yay!) and I think there may a few more they overlooked labeling…buckwheat for example is a root and not related to wheat. Will return!

Monica B

Love that they have a lot of yummy gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian options. Everything I've had here has been good.

Caitlin Connolly

This place consistently blows me away - it’s prices are totally reasonable (especially their wine menu!) and their pasta is excellent. They also cater to gluten free which is such a relief for those of us with dietary restrictions. And the staff is always friendly and accommodating!

Alicia Bentley

We had dinner here for my best friend's birthday! We absolutely loved the service and the atmosphere. My friend's gluten allergy was totally accommodated. We even got a few extra gluten-free treats from the chef, which was such a nice touch! The white rice under the ribs and the caviar/coconut dish were plated oddly (see pictures), but we really enjoyed our bread, drinks, and desserts. The special treat they brought out for my friend's birthday was fantastic! Thank you for a memorable night!

Darby Elgesem

The GT Cauliflower sandwich was so good I blacked out for a second. They do have gluten free options available for those interested. My favorite restaurant in DC and this iteration isn't any different. The cocktails were excellent as always I wish I got better photos but we were too excited, and honestly you have to taste it to do it justice.

Museum Explorer513

This place is not Celiac friendly. I ordered a gluten free dish and was sick for a day. What a waste! I paid too much for something that made me sick. If you are Celiac or gluten intolerant, this is NOT the place for you.

Virginia Maness

Ended up here on accident and I am not sorry! The best fries I have ever had. All fries are pretty much the same, oil and potato. But not these, so well flavored and clearly made fresh! Be sure to try the Old Bay dipping sauce as well! And the burger was also very good. No gluten free buns but they do lettuce wraps!

Kara P

Cool atmosphere, nice staff. Very helpful and accommodating for allergies (I can't eat gluten and the chef came to talk to me about options).

ACF

The food was delicious! I’m always looking for gluten free options and that pizza didn’t disappoint. I would recommend eating here when you are in the mood for pizza. The staff was very friendly.

Chris Kellett

I love Thai food and enjoy it all over the country. This was absolutely delicious. The Panang Chicken (with extra vegetables added) was gluten free and spiced perfectly. The Sweet and sour chicken was a hit with my husband. Definitely will be back!!

ACF

Eh. You get to build your burger with an array of spices and sauces. Fries are good. There are gluten friendly bun options, which is appreciated. No fountain drinks, all options are bottle or can. Flavorful food but overpriced in my opinion.

Brianne Fischer

Delicious doughnuts, and I love gluten free Fridays- finally fresh donuts for us gluten free peeps. The only complaint is the price (~$4 for one donut!), but they sure are tasty.

Iola Herlihy

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James R Gillman

Our go-to for Chinese. Location is a nice little walk past the Capitol and Library of Congress, so convenient. We've been quite a few times, and the staff remembers people who frequent. Best: Service! Always exceptional. The white sauce is amazing -- one reason we visit when we can is because we can't seem to duplicate the stuff. It's purely magical. They can help here if you have allergies to things like seafood, nuts, and gluten, Try the shrimp and vegetables, or chicken and vegetables in the white sauce. Another thing, they are very consistent every visit. Below, street view.