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Best gluten-free restaurants in San Diego

18 venues in San Diego rated S to B for coeliac · gluten-free, every tier backed by cited sources.

01
Peace Pies restaurant, photo: Alec Smith

Peace Pies

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacA+
VeganA+
VegE
DairyA+
EggA+
SoyE

100% gluten-free kitchen with no gluten or grains on the premises. Multiple independent sources confirm a dedicated gluten-free facility. The entire menu is naturally gluten-free, using almond and coconut flours. One user reported discomfort but the overwhelming consensus is total safety; staff knowledge on celiac varies, so confirm protocols if highly sensitive.

02
Las Hadas Bar and Grill restaurant, photo: Las Hadas Bar and Grill

Las Hadas Bar and Grill

San Diego · Mexican · Grill
GF·CoeliacA
VeganC
VegC

Offers a dedicated gluten-free menu page with items such as baked corn tortilla tacos and quesadillas, and baked chips prepared separately. However, the venue warns that all deep-fried foods (regular chips, fries, wings, cilantro rice) share a fryer, posing cross-contamination risk. Staff advise clarifying allergy severity upon ordering. A Yelp reviewer describes a dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen.

03
Nonna + Zucchero restaurant, photo: Heathe M

Nonna + Zucchero

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacA

Gluten-free items are marked on the menu, according to multiple community reviews. One review reports a dedicated pasta pot, and another mentions dedicated gluten-free kitchen space, though the facility itself is not a dedicated gluten-free environment. A single detailed negative review describes gluten-free pasta boiled in regular pasta water and a shared pizza oven, which indicates a risk of cross-contamination. The evidence overall is mixed. Knowledgeable staff have been reported. No formal accreditation exists.

Mon9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Tue9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Wed9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Thu9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Fri9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sat8:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sun8:00 am – 9:30 pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
04
Cafe Sevilla of San Diego restaurant, photo: Deepu John

Cafe Sevilla of San Diego

San Diego · Spanish · Fine dining
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB

Menu items are clearly marked GF, including Halibut & Shrimp Ceviche, Tortilla Espanola, and Paella Valenciana. The venue is described as a dedicated gluten-free facility on a third-party listing, but this is not confirmed by the restaurant. Staff have assisted gluten-free diners and are reported as trained. Confirm cross-contamination practices directly.

05
Civico 1845 restaurant, photo: Civico 1845

Civico 1845

San Diego · Italian · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegE
DairyC

Several menu items are marked GF, including Burrata Caprese and Calamari Plant Based. A gluten-free pasta option is available; inquire with your server. The kitchen is shared, and the allergen page advises asking about pasta, pizza, and fryer details. Call ahead for coeliac concerns. No dedicated fryer or separate prep area confirmed.

06
Donna Jean restaurant, photo: Mayan Patel

Donna Jean

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA+
VegA+
NutD
DairyA+
EggA+
SoyD

Gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu, including gluten-free crust for pizza, but the kitchen is shared and there is no description of cross-contact controls. Some gluten-free items were previously discontinued. Staff are described as knowledgeable, but specific allergen training is unconfirmed.

07
Grains restaurant, photo: Kelly Orozco

Grains

San Diego · Brunch · Cafe
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE
NutE

Several menu items, including the Grilled Calamari Mushroom and Thai Yellow Curry, are clearly marked 'Gluten Free' on the Yelp menu, and the restaurant offers quinoa-based pasta. Atly.com notes that staff are trained but also states 'some risk of cross-contamination' due to a shared kitchen. Staff should be asked about preparation to avoid cross-contact.

08
Plant Power Fast Food restaurant, photo: Plant Power Fast Food

Plant Power Fast Food

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA+
VegA+
DairyA+
EggA+

Menu marks gluten-free options (GF/GFO) but the kitchen handles wheat, soy, and other gluten sources in a shared environment. Cross-contamination is possible; no dedicated fryer or separate prep area confirmed. Suitable for gluten-free by choice, but those with coeliac disease should exercise caution and call ahead.

09
The Henry restaurant, photo: The Henry

The Henry

Coronado · Brunch · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Menu items are marked GF, though the kitchen is shared and is explicitly not gluten-free. A shared fryer is used for everything, and staff knowledge varies. Multiple diners report getting sick after eating here. Calling ahead to discuss specific needs with the manager is recommended.

10
Barbusa restaurant, photo: E Berry

Barbusa

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
DairyC

Barbusa offers gluten-free pasta, pizza, and salad options, and staff show awareness of coeliac needs (separate pots, marking GF items). However, the kitchen is shared, cross-contamination has been reported (one symptomatic coeliac got glutened), and the venue is not a dedicated GF facility. The official menu does not mark GF items per dish.

Mon11:30am – 10pm
Tue11:30am – 10pm
Wed11:30am – 10pm
Thu11:30am – 10pm
Fri11:30am – 10:30pm
Sat11:30am – 10:30pm
Sun11:30am – 10pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
11
Loving Hut Plantbased Vegan restaurant, photo: Loving Hut Plantbased Vegan

Loving Hut Plantbased Vegan

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB
NutE
DairyA+
EggB
SoyB
ShellB
PescB

The official menu marks items GF and GFO (gluten-free option), and gluten-free buns are available for a surcharge. However, the kitchen is shared with wheat-containing items and a 'MODIFICATIONS KINDLY DECLINED' policy limits customisation. Community reports across the chain describe cross-contamination incidents, including a Nima sensor testing positive for gluten. Confirm current kitchen practices directly with staff before ordering.

Honest caveat, Multiple gluten-reaction reports and a Nima sensor test across Loving Hut outlets indicate significant cross-contamination risk for coeliac diners.
12
Rustic Root restaurant, photo: Rustic Root

Rustic Root

San Diego · American · Bar · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant does not have a dedicated gluten-free menu. One pasta dish is marked GF on the menu. There is no dedicated fryer; multiple diners with celiac disease have reported a shared fryer and shared surfaces. Staff knowledge varies: some reviews note knowledgeable staff who spoke with the chef, while others report cross-contamination warnings about fried potatoes. The venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease.

MonOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
TueOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
WedOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
ThuOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
FriOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
SatOpen at 10am (Gaslamp) / Open at 9am (Solana Beach)
SunOpen at 10am (Gaslamp) / Open at 9am (Solana Beach)
EvidenceOpen evidence file
13
True Food Kitchen restaurant, photo: True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen

San Diego · Mediterranean · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Gluten-friendly options are marked GF on the menu. The kitchen is shared and not dedicated. A dedicated air fryer is used for fries and chicken tenders. Staff follow a protocol: the server alerts the kitchen, and a manager or chef verifies each celiac order. Cross-contamination risk exists due to shared prep areas, and multiple reviewers report glutening incidents and order errors. Diners should confirm their needs with staff each visit.

Honest caveat, Multiple reviewers report glutening incidents and wrong orders; one reviewer advises celiacs to skip this chain.
14
Werewolf restaurant, photo: Werewolf

Werewolf

San Diego · Brunch · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant operates a shared kitchen without a dedicated fryer. Gluten-free options include a bun for an additional $2.95, pancakes for an additional $2.95, and grilled wings. Multiple reviewers with coeliac disease have reported knowledgeable staff and safe experiences, though one incident of glutening has been noted. The menu lists gluten-free substitutions but does not use per-dish allergen codes. Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged by both the venue's practices and community reports.

Mon8am to 2am
Tue8am to 2am
Wed8am to 2am
Thu8am to 2am
Fri8am to 2am
Sat8am to 2am
Sun8am to 2am
EvidenceOpen evidence file
15
Pizza and Pasta on 5th restaurant, photo: Pizza and Pasta on 5th

Pizza and Pasta on 5th

San Diego · Italian · Pizza · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB

The venue’s official menu and a blog post on its own site state that gluten-free pizza is available; the menu banner reads 'Now offering gluten-free & vegan pizzas'. Individual dishes are not marked with GF codes or symbols. There is no mention of a dedicated fryer, dedicated prep area, or staff training for coeliac safety. The blog post discusses cross-contamination prevention in general terms but does not confirm that the venue follows those practices. No accreditation or independent coeliac review is cited. The venue is a standard pizzeria serving both regular and gluten-free crusts, so shared kitchen equipment is the default assumption.

Mon11am-3am
Tue11am-3am
Wed11am-3am
Thu11am-3am
Fri11am-4am
Sat11am-4am
Sun11am-3am
EvidenceOpen evidence file
16
Solunto Restaurant & Bakery restaurant, photo: Sharece D

Solunto Restaurant & Bakery

San Diego · Italian · Pizza · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant is reported as not having a dedicated gluten-free menu. It offers gluten-free pasta and other options through substitution. Multiple community reviews confirm a dedicated gluten-free pasta pot and fryer, knowledgeable staff, and a willingness to clean and prepare separately. However, no formal marked menu exists. Some reviews say items are marked, while others say they are not. The kitchen is shared with regular gluten-containing breads, pastries, and pizza. The restaurant is not appropriate for highly sensitive coeliacs without advance discussion.

Mon12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tue12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wed12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thu12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fri12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
17
Sorrento Ristorante restaurant, photo: Lorraine Black

Sorrento Ristorante

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

Offers gluten-free pasta and pizza, but the venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Multiple sources report inconsistent communication about gluten-free options and a lack of a dedicated gluten-free menu. One community member explicitly states 'I don't trust their gluten-free options.' Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged.

Mon3pm - 10pm
Tue3pm - 10pm
Wed3pm - 10pm
Thu12pm - 10pm
Fri12pm - 11pm
Sat12pm - 11pm
Sun12pm - 10pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
18
Thotsakan Thai and Vegetarian Cuisine restaurant, photo: Vibhor Bhatia

Thotsakan Thai and Vegetarian Cuisine

San Diego · Thai · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB

Yelp菜单标明部分菜品为'Gluten free',但也有明确标注'Not gluten-free'的菜品。厨房为共享厨房,没有交叉污染控制信息。建议向员工确认他们对麸质过敏的知识,并要求解释准备程序。