Top 8 Gluten-Free Spots to Explore in Market Square, Knoxville

Elliot Tally

This is the perfect pizza + salad restaurant. Everything is fresh, much of it is locally sourced, and the pizzas are crispy and delicious. Highly recommended for a casual, mostly healthy meal with something for everyone (including many gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options!)

AJ Dominick

I have been twice now and both times I have enjoyed the Ring of Fire on a gluten free bun. I think the bun was even better this last time, don't know if they changed bakeries but I could have eaten the bun by itself! I love the spice of the this burger and it's not too much going on that you can't taste all the elements.

Andrew McKelroy

Wait staff made sure to ask if we had any allergies and communicated with the chef!

Sidney Geldmeyer

Great vibe, and better food! Kitchen staff was knowledgeable about gluten sensitivity and came out to correct our order out of extra caution to avoid a food that had gluten in it!

Larry Long

Quick service with great atmosphere. Ice cream was delicious and very accommodating for gluten-free needs.

Mariah Wilson

I adored this place! It’s a small, cute little restaurant with a friendly atmosphere. My friend and I sat at the bar. The bartender was so friendly, a joy to talk to, and the service he provided was great. My friend has celiac and he went above and beyond to make sure his allergy was accommodated. The food was phenomenal! We shared the bolognese and you couldn’t even tell it was gluten free pasta. The sauce was incredible. The only way I can describe it is if you had a little old Italian grandma that was making food for the whole family on Sunday. Highly recommend giving this place a try

Bekkah S

I tried Ruby Sunshine because of their mimosa flights, but stayed for the enticing food! I enjoyed a peach Bellini and my partner had the egg Benedict’s. I have some dietary restrictions, and our server Gretchen was knowledgeable and provided an alternative menu that included gluten free and vegetarian options. The entire staff worked as a team and made us feel welcome. 10/10 would recommend!

Doctor Mentary

Every once in awhile I have to make a review about a restaurant that's completely surprised me. I just now left the Oliver Royale after trying to eat there for brunch. To my surprise they had not a single gluten-free option on their menu. I can't believe that a restaurant in 2025 claiming to be a high quality top restaurant doesn't serve or offer a gluten-free options. It's 2025. Clearly the word has not gotten to this establishment yet that a giant chunk of the population struggles to eat wheat products. It's not just a growing trend or a fad. It's a truth. And to ignore this as a business is almost like suicide. When we walked in the place was completely empty and now I know why. Right after leaving we walked across the way to Cafe 4 which isn't my favorite restaurant in this area, but I know they have gluten-free options. The place is a little busy but they were able to accommodate us. Lots of good options and all the people there. Busy with tables full seem to be enjoying themselves with their gluten-free options as well. I posted the nice sign at the front door that they offer people who are gluten free advertising that they are friendly to people who have digestive issues. There's a reason they're doing this and that's because they want to have business and be successful. This is a really tough market for restaurants and if you're going to survive, you have to learn to cater to the people you serve. Those people include probably 25 to 30% gluten free. I actually feel sorry for this restaurant because I know what's coming. Just like all of the other restaurants that failed to comply with the current trends of food they will close. I'm not sure when or how long it will take but the jig is up and no one really wants this kind of food anymore. It's filled with calories and chemicals that aren't good for digestion. Best of luck to this place and their future endeavors.