It can be a challenge to travel if you have a gluten-free diet, but the US has become more accommodating if you have celiac disease and gluten sensitivities. Whether you're looking for dedicated gluten-free bakeries or just restaurants that serve safe and delicious food, options abound across the country. Here's a rundown of some of the top gluten-free restaurants in big cities across the U.S.
New York City, New York
The Big Apple is a gluten-free foodie's dream. Whether you want a fancy meal, casual street food, or something sweet, NYC has it.
- Senza Gluten — This all-gluten-free Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village serves amazing pasta, pizza, and tiramisu.
- Modern Bread & Bagel — A dedicated gluten-free bakery serving bagels, sandwiches, and pastries.
- Friedman’s — A gluten-free American comfort-food joint, with waffles, burgers, and sandwiches.
Portland, Oregon
Portland is one of the most gluten-free-friendly cities in the U.S., with a number of dedicated restaurants that cater to those on a restricted diet.
- New Cascadia Traditional — All gluten-free bakery with fresh bread, pastries, and bagels.
- Harlow — A hearty grain bowl, smoothie, and jackfruit wrap-focused gluten-free, vegetarian food juggernaut.
- DesiPDX — A fusion Indian food cart serving gluten-free, locally-focused dishes.
Seattle, Washington
Seattle's food scene is active, and many restaurants are considerate of gluten-free diners, serving up safe and tasty options.
- Askatu Bakery — A gluten-free bakery that specializes in Basque and American pastries, from cookies to mooncakes.
- Capitol Cider — A cozy cider house serving an entirely gluten-free menu of fish and chips, steak, and craft ciders.
- Ghostfish Brewing Company — They have gluten-free beer and some pretty good gluten-free munchies like tacos, burgers, and other pub fare.
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston has so many restaurants that serve gluten-free people without cutting corners on flavor.
- Burtons Grill & Bar — They have so many gluten-free choices from steak to seafood to heavenly desserts.
- Bartaco — It's this hip taqueria that has tacos, rice bowls, and craft cocktails with so many gluten-free options.
- Sweet Cheeks Q — There's a barbecue restaurant where nearly everything on their menu is gluten-free, even the biscuits.
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago has more than that iconic deep-dish pizza — there's plenty of gluten-free restaurants around.
- Wheat's End Café — There's all-gluten-free bakery/catering going on here with fresh bagels, pancakes, and even sandwiches.
- BopNGrill — There's Korean-American fusion restaurant that has gluten-free favorites like kimchi fries and rice bowls on their menu.
- Da Luciano's — There's an Italian restaurant where everything is gluten-free from pasta to pizza to garlic bread.
Austin, Texas
Austin has so much gluten-free goodness for anyone in the city.
- Picnik — There's a completely gluten-free/paleo café with bowls, tacos, and dairy-free coffee drinks.
- Wildwood Bakehouse — There's an all-gluten-free bakery/catering joint that has breakfast and lunch treats.
Los Angeles, California
L.A. is like food heaven, or at least food heaven for gluten-free people, anyway.
- Erin McKenna's Bakery — There's an all-gluten-free all-vegan bakery with so many donuts, cupcakes, and cookies.
- Kitchen Mouse — There's a much-loved café in Highland Park that has only gluten-free fare on their menu.
- The Butcher's Daughter — They have some pretty sensational gluten-free choices for brunch or breakfast.
Summary
Regardless of where you're traveling to in the U.S. this fall, there are loads of great gluten-free food to devour. There are so many gluten-free options now for gluten-free people, from gluten-free bakeries to upscale restaurants. If pizza or tacos or anything sound good to you, foodies are definitely going to have something to satisfy in these cities. Eating out is so easy to plan for if you get to see menus beforehand.
Bon appétit on that gluten-free food of yours, and travel safely while at it!