Free-from restaurants in Colorado Springs

The Joint

Colorado Springs · Vegan · Vegetarian

The Joint is a fully plant-focused kitchen. It uses dedicated equipment and surfaces that remain free from animal products for all items. Multiple menu items are explicitly labelled vegan. However, one menu item lists 'brown butter' in its description, an animal product, which creates an inconsistency. The claim of dedicated equipment is strong, but the brown butter discrepancy lowers confidence to Tier A rather than A+.

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Urban Egg

Downtown · Brunch

The menu labels several items as GFA (Gluten-Free Available). Gluten-free English muffins and pancakes are offered upon request. The kitchen is shared and is not entirely gluten-free, so cross-contamination remains possible. Staff can accommodate requests, but the restaurant does not use dedicated equipment or a separate preparation area.

Streetcar 520

Colorado Springs · Brunch

Several menu items are tagged 'gf' (gluten-free), including Fries & Curry Sauce, Elote, Falafel, Bodhi Bowl, and Chimichurri Polenta Cakes. A gluten-free bun is available for the burger. However, the kitchen is shared and the allergen disclaimer lists wheat as an ingredient used on site. The menu explicitly notes that the Korean BBQ wings are not gf, suggesting some cross-contamination awareness. No dedicated fryer or separate prep area is mentioned. Dishes like Elote contain dairy despite being gf, so confirmation with staff about specific needs remains essential.

Garden of the Gods Market and Cafe Downtown

Colorado Springs · Cafe · Brunch

Menu items are marked GS (Gluten Sensitive Friendly), but the venue explicitly states they are not certified gluten-free. The kitchen uses wheat and other major allergens, and no dedicated fryer or separate prep area is mentioned. Staff can provide more information, but cross-contamination risk is present. A customer review notes staff were helpful with gluten-free options.

Sherpa Garden Restaurant & Bar

Colorado Springs · Indian · Vegetarian

Several dishes are marked (VG), the venue's code for vegan, and some desserts are explicitly dairy-free. The menu notes that some VG items 'can be made VG upon request' or 'without Raita sauce'. Staff are described as knowledgeable. No dedicated vegan equipment is mentioned, and the shared kitchen means cross-contact is possible. The venue is a solid option for vegan diners who clarify with the kitchen.

TAPAteria

Colorado Springs · Spanish

The venue claims to be 100% gluten-free online, and its menu page repeats that claim prominently. Several menu items include "toast points," which are normally bread-based, and the menu does not explain how these are made gluten-free. No accreditation from a recognised coeliac body is cited, and there are no independent reviews or corroborating reports from coeliac diners. Given the contradiction between the blanket claim and the toast-point items, a coeliac diner should call ahead to clarify the kitchen's actual gluten-free protocols.

Santana's

Colorado Springs · Vegan

Santana's Vegan Grill in Colorado Springs operates as a fully vegan restaurant. The entire menu is plant-based and therefore suitable for vegans. Kitchen practices are not detailed, but cross-contamination with animal products is unlikely given the restaurant's vegan focus. No per-dish allergen markings are present, so those with other allergies should confirm with staff.

The Rabbit Hole

Colorado Springs · Fine dining

The menu marks several items as GF (Gluten Friendly) and includes a gluten-free drinks section. The kitchen is a shared scratch kitchen, and a disclaimer warns that all food may contact wheat and other common allergens. Some dishes are only gluten-free by request, not automatically. There is no evidence of a dedicated fryer, separate prep space, or staff allergen training. Calling ahead and confirming details with the chef is recommended.

P74: The Downtown Paninos

Colorado Springs · Italian

The menu offers gluten-free dough for paninos, gluten-free crust for individual pizzas, and a gluten-free box lunch option, and one beer is marked GF. An external allergen guide is linked from the website. However, the kitchen does not disclose any cross-contact precautions: no statement about shared equipment, separate prep areas, or dedicated fryers. The venue instructs diners to inform their server of allergies, suggesting staff will accommodate on request, but without a marked menu or documented kitchen practices the safety for coeliac diners depends on individual staff knowledge. Best to call ahead and confirm preparation details.

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Mountain Mama Natural Foods

West Colorado Springs · Bakery · Cafe

The menu highlights 'Vegan, wheat-Free, gluten-Free options are abundant', custom cake orders can be made vegan, and milk alternatives include almond, coconut, and oat. Customer reviews praise vegan sandwiches and soups. No dedicated kitchen or fryer is mentioned; cross-contamination risk from shared preparation is likely. Confirm with staff before ordering.

HAPPY EATS PASTA

Colorado Springs · Italian

Sauces and penne pasta are promoted as gluten-free, but the kitchen uses shared equipment for all major allergens and no dedicated prep areas, fryers, or staff training are mentioned. Staff will answer questions when asked, but the cross-contamination risk is unmitigated.

Jake and Telly's Greek Taverna

Colorado Springs · Greek · Mediterranean

The venue's homepage mentions 'vegetarian and vegan options' but gives no further details on kitchen practice, cross-contamination controls, or menu marking. Confirmation with staff is recommended before relying on vegan choices.

Paravicini's Italian Bistro

Colorado Springs · Italian

The official dinner menu marks seven dishes with (GF), indicating gluten-free options are available. However, there is no mention of a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, separate fryer, or staff training on cross-contact. The venue's own lunch, dessert, wine, and family-style menus carry no allergen markings. Diners with coeliac disease should speak directly with staff and assess confidence on the day.

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Commonfork Bites & Brews

Downtown · Vegetarian

Limited information: we researched Commonfork Bites & Brews across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Mediterranean Cafe

Colorado Springs · Mediterranean · Greek

Three menu items (Dolmas, Falafel, Rice Pudding) are explicitly marked gluten-free, but the kitchen is shared and no information is available about dedicated equipment or cross-contamination practices. Call ahead to confirm safety for coeliac diners.

Bambino's Urban Pizzeria

Colorado Springs · Pizza · Italian

The venue’s website lists ‘Gluten Free Food’ as a tag and links to an external allergen guide, but provides no details about kitchen practices, dedicated equipment, or cross-contamination management. Calling ahead is recommended to confirm whether the restaurant can safely accommodate coeliac needs.

Colorado Craft Social

Colorado Springs ·

The menu marks many items with a (GF) label and includes a gluten-free beer selection, but a prominent notice states that the kitchen is not a gluten-free environment, has no dedicated fryers or surfaces, and cannot guarantee the absence of gluten. It is a shared kitchen with a clear cross-contamination risk.

GAIA MASALA AND BURGER Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs ·

The chain's homepage states 'we serve halal meat only', but no details on certification, sourcing, or kitchen separation are provided. Call ahead to confirm halal practice at this Colorado Springs location.

Bird Tree Cafe

Colorado Springs · Cafe

Limited information: we researched Bird Tree Cafe across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Red Gravy

Colorado Springs · Italian

Limited information: we researched Red Gravy across 9 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Poor Richard's Restaurant

Colorado Springs · Pizza · Vegan · €⁠€

Limited information: we researched Poor Richard's Restaurant across 8 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Rasta Pasta

Colorado Springs · Italian · €⁠€

Limited information: we researched Rasta Pasta across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Masala Mingle Indian Bistro

Colorado Springs · Indian

Limited information: we researched Masala Mingle Indian Bistro across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

The Exchange On Tejon

Colorado Springs · Cafe

Limited information: we researched The Exchange On Tejon across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.