Top 50 Gluten-Free Spots Across Norfolk

Amethyst Smith

They were stellar from the moment we walked in. They had my mind at ease immediately assuring me they don’t even bring gluten into the building. The food was amazing it felt like a 5 star dining experience. The whole menu being gluten free and without worries of cross contamination it was a fantastic experience with food and service. I will be returning for all of my events worth celebrating. Not to mention a full side menu of mocktails 😊

L Miller

Lots of healthy options. I tried their sausage biscuit and Cyprus side salad. The biscuit was good but the salad was stellar! So fresh and delicious. The dressing so light and flavorful. They had lots of gluten free and vegan options. Enjoyed the inside, very warm and inviting.

Karen Jackson

Gluten free

Joshua Seagrave

Our waiter was incredibly friendly and went out of his way to accommodate my wife's dietary restrictions due to celiac disease. He provided a gluten-free menu and ensured that the kitchen was aware of her needs. He made excellent wine recommendations and checked in on us throughout the meal to ensure we were enjoying our experience. As for the food, we were blown away by how delicious and beautifully presented each dish was. The shishito peppers were perfectly cooked and had just the right amount of salt to complement their savory flavor. The calamari was tender and flavorful. The mussels were plump and juicy, and the broth was rich and flavorful. The scallop ceviche was a standout dish, with fresh, bright flavors and delicate textures. For dessert, we couldn't resist trying the creme de catalan, which was a perfect ending to the meal. We paired it with a scoop of almond and floral ice cream, which was rich and creamy, and a glass of sherry that added a lovely depth of flavor. Despite the restaurant being a bit noisy, it didn't detract from our overall enjoyment of the meal. The restaurant's cozy and intimate atmosphere made for a memorable dining experience, and we look forward to returning. Highly recommend!

Albert Chan

Kaylee B (KB)

10/10, this is one of my favorite restaurants to go to, I have Celiac so finding gluten free options are hard but they even have a gluten free menu with plenty of delicious options! I've had 2 different burgers and pizza as well as their lava cake and all were absolutely divine.

Karen Jackson

Celiac friendly

Jenny Cunningham

I cannot get enough of the gluten free pancakes!

beaux1218

We were there Dec.8th,Sunday 6:30pm. As soon as we stood to order, no one recognized our presence. The guy and lady just went on with what they’re doing. Not busy, it’s just us waiting. 2 people seated. They could’ve at least say, We’ll be with you or something. Instead, they just made us wait for about 3mins. We ordered Bacon and brie pasta which is the only one that’s ok that’s why I gave a 2 star. The Supreme pizza and a gluten-free pizza are so dry and tasteless. This is also the dirtiest location we’ve been to. I hope the owner/manager will address the performance of their staff. The attitude they reflected shows that they’re not happy with what they do.

Amethyst Smith

I just went today for a sweet treat for my husband and was pleasantly surprised at the gluten free options that allowed me to be included. The price was fair and service was so friendly. I’ll be returning for a gluten free full size for my birthday this year. It’s so nice they take the steps to not cross contaminate

Amelie Shifflett

This place was absolutely amazing! The gluten free bread was so good! The fries were amazing and served in a huge portion which was great for sharing! Would highly recommend eating here if you are near Norfolk area.

Blake Thomas

Great food! Amazing customer service. Gluten free options and peanut free!

Brian Chiles

It has been a while since we visited Taste. Historically have had good service but today even though we clearly stated gluten free due to allergy there was a croton in my wife salad and she got cross contaminated. I took the salad to the staff and they offered to make it again. The second salad had other items not Gluten-free. Very disappointed as they used to have dedicated station for making Gluten-free orders.

Colleen Harlan

We were visiting last spring from the Midwest, and I kept hearing recommendations from locals to eat here… it was wonderful! The church building, the location (we had a fantastic walk all around the neighborhood and waterfront after dinner), and the food were all perfect!!! I have celiac, and their GF options were delicious and I didn’t get sick. My husband and I hope to return one day!

Michele Mulich

My first visit and loved it!! Great food with lots of gluten free and vegan options. The dining area upstairs was a great way to get away from the ordering area.

Chris McCabe

Amazing location with Gluten Free Breakfast options. Super accommodating for our celiac family. Our server felt like a family member serving us at a home cooked meal. This location is in the top 3 best gluten free breakfast we've ever been too in the US. Thanks for a great experience!

S L

Delicious pizzas and wide variety of gluten free options. They even had the courtesy of putting the gluten free pizzas in a separate take out bag. Will definitely be back.

Alexander Dornstauder

excellent buffet. great gluten free options. optimal service. will return.

Esther Daily

Really enjoyed the cool decor and the classy vibe of this place. The food was amazing -- I got the chicken salad sandwich on gluten free bread, and it was delicious. The bread was so good, especially for gluten free! Ordered a coconut macaroon as well, and it was perfect. Wonderful service!

Karen Jackson

Gluten free options

Jason H

Subs aren't bad. They do a nice gluten free sub roll. However cross contamination does happen.

Martine Dunton

My family came to celebrate a birthday. My son has a food allergy. The server Carson told me that they couldn't do anything to accommodate my son, and this is a seafood restaurant. I said to Carson we go to many seafood restaurants like captain George and they accommodate us.So I asked for the manager. The manager which informed me that the owners daughter has celiac and they use the over for her so I was like please do that for my son.

Brittany Haslem

Went to Saffron Bistro for date night last night. The food is incredible, the restaurant is spotless, and the the staff is welcoming and attentive. I have celiac and was so pleased that the majority of the menu is gluten free. Our servers were very kind and didn’t mind double checking for me that the items I ordered were gluten free. Can’t wait to go back!

Joshua Seagrave

The food is delicious and they have good gluten free options. I appreciate the cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. Their portions are large; come hungry!

Rachel Schardt

Omg best ever! They were constantly changing gloves. I got the chicken shawarma bowl and was so happy that I had gluten-free options. The fries were amazing and the Turkish coffee was spot on!

Adrian Taylor

Good googly moogly this place has great food. And an entire vegan menu if you like me crave vegan food other than veggie burgers you love a good falafel and addicted to good hummus. Come here immediately. PS they also have a vegan and gluten-free brownie. I wanted to order everything on the menu and I think I did.

E A

Very good vegan selection including mayonnaise with its own menu, and both the vegan shrimp and lobster are gluten free. They have tamari (gluten free soy sauce), and the wasabi is real (very spicy!) and gluten free. Other vegan options include a tofu steak and even ramen. Please note the miso soup and starter salad are NOT gluten-free. Very good service and the staff are knowledgeable about ingredients. They have a nice sushi bar with trained sushi chefs and optional traditional seating, though I wouldn't recommend it for anyone taller than 6'2". Would love to come here again.

Suzanne DeGroat

My kiddo loves the coffee and gluten free bagels. Great for gluten sensitivity individuals.

Julito Maraña

**ABSOLUTELY THE MOST DELICIOUS THAI FOOD IN TOWN!!** I tried their Laab Thai Spicy, and oh my God it definitely 100% everything I could ask for, far exceeded my expectations, every ingredient was definitely there and blended so well together. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend everyone to try this restaurant. They have food for just about everyone! Gluten free, vegetarian, carnivores, soup lovers, seafood, and their levels of spicy is super awesome as well!! Can't wait to go back!

Russell Lee G

Great coffee and some baked products. I didn't look but I assume they have some gluten free products and probably breakfast choices. Love the ambiance.

kristy charnock

I stumbled upon this donut shop when researching donut shop options for the kids. It happened to be a Friday and they had fresh gluten friendly donuts! It made my day. I splurged and got a half dozen and a lavender honey latte! Just heavenly!!!

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Michael Blum

Maybe their regular waffles are good, but their gluten free waffles were just about the worst thing we've eaten in a long time. Dense, heavy, and flavorless. The toppings were fine, which saved the meal somewhat. Syrup was just that gummy pancake syrup that's mainly high fructose corn syrup. Lukewarm coffee rounded out the meal, and the folks behind the counter seemed like they'd prefer to be elsewhere. Me too, my man, me too...

Cynthia Jetson

Their vegetable paitan with rice noodles instead of traditional ramen noodles is a delicious gluten free ( gf ) option.

Joseph Snodgrass

A great find. The pizzas are perfect. In fact the gluten free one my friend let me taste was practically indistinguishable from the regular pizza I had. Prices were very reasonable. Staff were very friendly. My go to in Norfolk.

Kelley Sarsfield

My mom cannot eat gluten and their pizzas are baked all in the same over so she wasn’t able to eat anything but a salad, even though the menu includes “gluten-friendly” pizza crusts. Line workers all disappeared when me and my family were next in line and had little to no knowledge about cross-contamination with gluten. Our uncooked pizzas were sitting on the line waiting to be put in the oven while the one line worker made our salads, which extended our time in line. The people behind us had their food put in the oven before ours which confused us. We were in line for probably 45 minutes before we payed, then had to wait longer for our pizzas to finish cooking. Everyone seemed to be upset with us as we were waiting. Honestly I couldn’t wait to leave, felt so uncomfortable.

Carrie Geske

Very friendly service. Fast, clean, nice atmosphere. Delicious grilled chicken, gluten free bun and chocolate shake.

ANTHONY Smith-Benoit

The food was amazing and the service was superior. Dawn did an amazing job serving the guests. She is hilarious and makes fabulous recommendations. I didn't catch the bartender name but he was very funny and made excellent drinks. This place would make a great date night or hang out with friends. The menu is delicious and fun and has something for everyone. Vegan and gluten friendly items.

Stefanie Powell

Amazing ice cream with gluten free options!

Nina

If you are locking for a true farm to table, this is it. Lots of vegetarian options as well as gluten free. My roast beef sandwich was delicious.

Jean Rosalia

Always a fantastic meal whether you're dining in or ordering takeout. Generous portions and gluten free!!

V

I go here to get gluten friendly pancakes. The service was good. The food was also good.

Elaine Lopez Miranda

Gluten Free bread available upon request.

Rachel C

Solo date at Press 626 Wine Bar. Hidden gem in Norfolk Downtown. Craft cocktails and amazing food. Fresh “Non-alcoholic Cucumber Mint Fresh Squeezed Spritzer”, “Australian Lamb Chops” were absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly, gluten free and the miso tahini hummus with mint chimichurri that came with it was so tasty and of course I had to try their vegan “Mezze Cheese Board”, as a cheese lover is mandatory! Press 626 was amazing, great atmosphere, outstanding costumer service, my bartender Betti was super nice and welcoming. This place is very casual for a fancy place. Definitely recommend if you pass through Norfolk, I personally loved it.

Michelle Moats

My husband enjoys his build your sandwich. He comments that the bread is excellent. I have been disappointed the last few times I've ordered his sandwich there was no gluten free bread available for me to get a sandwich. I hope they will get the gluten free bread back. I enjoy the provolone amore.

Christina Cooper

Love love loved it was nice and fresh. Try the gluten cookies with ice cream and oh my god it was like Mind-blowing service . His suggestion skills on point I will most definitely return.

Asif Ahmed

Authentic Bengali family run restaurant serving up simple and homely Bangla food. We were here from Washington DC for a family vacation to Virginia Beach. It is a bit of a drive from the Boardwalk area but definitely worth the trip. Most Indian restaurants here in DC area tend to have a standardized menu of mass produced dishes that taste the same everywhere, Cilantro on the other hand is refreshingly original in its approach and flavor. Their menu seems to change based on what they have fresh for the day and they run specials on a daily basis. Each meal is cooked by the owner herself and you can really feel the attention to the cooking. I caught a glimpse of the kitchen and was surprised to see how much it resembled a kitchen in a home rather than a restaurant. The service was genuine, warm and friendly. Our waiter was one of the family members of the owner of the business and although young, was able to provide us great service and attention. He was very pleasant and made sure we were comfortable and well accommodated throughout out our time at the restaurant. Coming to the most important aspect - the food is absolutely incredibly delicious and the best Bengali/Indian restaurant that we have been to. The servings are generous and the price is great for the quality and quantity of food you receive. The most striking aspect for me was the honesty/simplicity of the preparations which I thought unlocked the flavors of the ingredients used - as opposed to an onslaught of spices that are the standard in most big city restaurants that we have gotten used to in DC. We were served an appetizer of Chop, which was so delicious that we ended up getting everything they had for the day. This place is also great for people with allergies. My nephews that have a myriad of allergies were able to eat everything in the menu with no problem. Great for people with peanut, nut or gluten allergies. If you have a lot of allergies or specific tastes, I would not hesitate to ask the cook for their suggestions and they will gladly give you their recommendation based on the day's menu. We chose the Firni for dessert and it was amazing and was a fitting end to a delightful early dinner. Definitely going here again next time we are in town. I wish we discovered this gem earlier in our vacation so that we could have visited it multiple times.

Ralph Foster

Always great to find gluten-free foods for my wife. The bourbon pecan ice cream sandwich was VERY good!