Looking for the best gluten-free restaurants in NYC? Well, you’re in the right place!
When you’re in New York City, one of the major things to amaze you is the sheer variety of foods you can try. But, if you have a gluten allergy, you might be urged to take a step back and think twice before visiting a restaurant, any restaurant for that matter.
Not to worry, NYC has many dedicated gluten-free restaurants, and some that include an extensive gluten-free menu along with their regular menu.
Following are the best gluten-free restaurants in NYC where you can enjoy a great meal, worry-free!
1. Senza Gluten
If you’re thinking gluten-free in New York, the first name you’ll be suggested is Senza Gluten.
Located in the heart of Greenwich Village, this restaurant offers a 100% gluten-free Italian experience, with a menu featuring classic dishes prepared following traditional techniques, but made gluten-free.
The space is warm and intimate, and the food and service are unforgettable.
The Lasagna here is a crowd favorite. The bolognese sauce comes with great flavor and topped with loads of cheese, the lasagna tastes incredible.
Their gluten-free Calamari Fritti has beautifully fried, crispy, crunchy, and golden calamari served with spicy marinara sauce and creamy tartar sauce.
Even if it’s your BFF you’re eating with, you’ll want them to get their own plate of this dish!
The Spaghetti Alle Vongole, with fresh clams, tossed in a white wine sauce, is authentic pasta perfection!
For dessert, you have to get their gluten-free Tiramisu. It is rich, decadent, and is most likely to make you shed a tear after the first bite!
What to order: Lasagna, Calamari Fritti, Spaghetti Alle Vongole, Tiramisu
Address: 206 Sullivan Street, New York, NY 10012
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2. Little Beet Table
A vegetable-forward, plant-inspired restaurant, Little Beet Table offers a dynamic gluten-free menu, with dishes that are curated to make you feel good about yourself.
This full-service restaurant is bright, airy, and vibrant, and offers a casual and friendly dining experience.
Start with the gems, that is the Aleppo-Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Glazed in lemon oil and parsley, these sweet potatoes are prepared so well and taste absolutely divine, that you’ll find it difficult to stop with just one portion.
The Mushroom & Black Bean Burger, in a gluten-free bun or lettuce wrap, is thick, meaty, flavor-packed, and filling.
The chipotle aioli adds a kick to the burger, and it comes with a side of delicious aleppo-roasted sweet potatoes, which is a mouthwatering combination.
Served with fluffy toasted pita bread slices, the Sunflower Seed Hummus is rich, thick, nutty, and irresistible.
Their Roasted Shrimp Salad is light and delicious, and the addition of golden raisins takes this humble salad to a whole different level.
The Crispy Spirulina Rice, despite being listed on the appetiser menu, could be a meal on its own, with mushrooms, peppers, a sunny side egg, and more.
It carries the perfect level of umami flavor and is so good, you’d want a tub of it in your freezer to enjoy whenever you like.
What to order: Aleppo-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Mushroom & Black Bean Burger, Sunflower Seed Hummus, Roasted Shrimp Salad, Crispy Spirulina Rice
Address: 333 Park Avenue S, New York, NY 10010
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3. Friedman’s
With locations throughout NYC, Friedman’s is a family-run operation and is considered a “gluten-free safe haven” for people with celiac disease.
Their menu features all-day American fare, and the interiors of all of Friedman’s locations are modern and family-friendly.
One of their signature breakfast/brunch items is Berry French Toast. Substitute your bread for gluten-free bread, and what you get will be a fluffy delight topped with fresh berries, homemade strawberry compote, and maple syrup.
What’s not to like?!
If Bennies are your favourite kind of breakfast, don’t miss the Nova Benny at Friedman’s.
Assembled on golden brown and crispy potato latkes (shredded and fried potato pancakes) are baby kale, smoked salmon, perfectly poached eggs, and creamy hollandaise.
The crunch from the latkes along with the creaminess of the egg and hollandaise, the smokiness of the salmon, and a light freshness from the kale, this benny is like no other!
Their Fried Chicken & Cheddar Waffle is a dish you’ll crave for a long time to come.
Available all day, everything on the plate is crispy, juicy, delicious, and gluten-free. The spicy honey on the side really makes a difference to the overall flavour of the chicken & waffle.
The gluten-free Homemade Banana Bread served with warm strawberry compote, is the favorite dessert of many, including us!
What to order: Berry French Toast, Nova Benny, Fried Chicken & Cheddar Waffle, Homemade Banana Bread
Address:
-Chelsea – 75 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10011
-West End – 35 West End Avenue, New York, NY 10023
-Hell’s Kitchen – 450 10th Avenue, New York, NY 10018
-Herald Square – 132 W 31st Street, New York, NY 10001
-Theater District – The Edison Hotel NYC, 228 W 47th Street, New York, NY 10036
-72nd Street – 50 W 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023
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4. Ribalta
Greenwich Village’s favorite and Michelin-recommended pizzeria, Ribalta brings the authentic Neapolitan experience to the heart of NYC, with gluten-free options.
With true and original-tasting pizzas and other Italian dishes, this lively place keeps attracting patrons over and over again.
Burrata – served on a bed of arugula and topped with truffle shavings, this burrata is soft, creamy, plump, and just wonderful.
Available with a gluten-free crust and vegan cheese, the pizzas here are “bellissima”!
The Ribalta pizza comes with smoked mozzarella, Italian sausage, and broccoli rabe.
Starting with the crust, it is smooth, soft, bouncy, and contributes majorly to the taste of the pizza. All the toppings are fresh and delicious, and the whole pizza is of superior quality.
The signature Parma not only looks colourful but tastes unbelievable.
Topped with imported fior di latte, which is cow’s milk mozzarella, fresh and plump grape tomatoes, arugula, prosciutto, and shaved parmigiano reggiano, this pizza will make your evening!
It’s not just the pizzas that are rave-worthy here; Ribalta also serves drool-worthy Meatballs.
These veal meatballs are large, juicy, and tender, and could be the best you’ve had in a long time, especially with the slow-cooked Neapolitan ragu sauce.
What to order: Burrata, Ribalta pizza, Parma pizza, Meatballs
Address: 48 E 12th Street, New York, NY 10003
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5. S’MAC East Village
Short for Sarita’s Macaroni & Cheese, S’MAC is one of the few restaurants in NYC to have a cult following for their signature dish – mac & cheese.
Available in different variations, everything on the menu can be made gluten-free and vegan, and despite being a rather tiny space, the place attracts quite some crowd throughout the day.
Buffalo Chicken is an all-time favorite at S’MAC. Loaded with juicy boneless chicken pieces and two types of cheeses, and with their smoky buffalo wing sauce mixed in, this mac & cheese is outstanding.
The Cheeseburger is for the American in you!
The combination of well-seasoned, tender, and flavorful ground beef and cheddar and American cheeses makes this hearty bowl of classic flavored mac & cheese an instant hit.
The La Mancha is proof that S’MAC’s people really excel in their mac & cheese game because this Spanish version is so good.
Made with rich, salty, and zesty manchego cheese, which pairs well with the licorice flavor of fennel and onion.
This delicious combination transports you to the beautiful land of Spain!
Other favorites from the menu are Cajun and Masala. The former has a nice cajun kick to it, while the latter comes packed with Indian spices and flavors.
Both these versions pack a serious kick, no doubt!
What to order: Buffalo Chicken, Cheeseburger, La Mancha, Cajun, Masala
Address: 197 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003
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6. The Organic Grill
A gluten-free, organic, and vegan restaurant, The Organic Grill was one of the first “natural & health food” restaurants in NYC, opened way back in 2000.
With its menu featuring meat-free comfort food, this small and cozy restaurant will convert even those who are the most hesitant to gluten-free/vegan food.
The gluten-free OGicken Tenders, which are deep-fried oyster mushrooms, come with a nice crunch on the outside, thanks to the cornmeal crust, and a perfectly moist inside.
The creamy and tangy dipping cheddar cheese on the side is just splendid.
The Original OG Burger is OG, indeed! Substitute their potato dill bun with a gluten-free bun, and you can enjoy a top-notch burger.
The addition of elements like sunflower sour cream drizzle and cashew blue cheese makes this burger sensational!
The award-winning Green Machine Burger is one-of-a-kind. With a smoky and earthy roasted mushroom patty, nut-free pesto, and soy-free house-made cheddar, this burger is so yum, you cannot stop thinking about it.
The gluten-free, vegan, and organic Kung Pao Bowl is a unique combination of turmeric rice with mushrooms, carrots, and crispy cauliflower, tossed in the sweet and savory kung pao sauce.
This dish is a beautiful medley of flavors.
What to order: OGicken Tenders, Original OG Burger, Green Machine Burger, Kung Pao Bowl
Address: 133 W 3rd Street, New York, NY 10012
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7. Le Botaniste
A 100% organic, 100% plant-based, and gluten-free establishment, Le Botaniste is also a carbon-neutral restaurant, offering a unique and flavorful menu.
With five locations in New York City, the space is completed with rustic and antique pieces, and their iconic plant-patterned wallpaper contributes to the restaurant’s base concept.
Le Botaniste’s Superseed Avocado is a force to be reckoned with!
Made with flax, chia, buckwheat, sunflower seeds, and avocado (of course!), and served with gluten-free crackers, this dip is all things healthy and delicious.
The jalapeno oil dressing makes it taste so freaking good!
The Summer Roll is popular among the regulars.
With quinoa noodles, turmeric onions, and red sauerkraut as the main elements, and packed with a variety of other vegetables, this roll is refreshing and ideal for any summer day.
Pair your Summer Roll with Ginger Tonic – a refreshing blend of ginger, turmeric juice, and agave. This is nature in a glass!
The no meat, no dairy Pasta Bolo is super delish.
The green herbal oil that is drizzled on top adds a surprising flavor to the dish and makes this classic, plant-based bolognese taste incredibly delectable.
What to order: Superseed Avocado, Summer Roll, Ginger Tonic, Pasta Bolo
Address:
-Bryant Park – 11 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
-Upper East Side – 833 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10065
-Soho – 127 Grand Street, New York, NY 10013
-Upper West Side – 156 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023
-43rd & 3rd – 666 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10017
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8. Delice & Sarrasin
Delice & Sarrasin is a family-run Manhattan restaurant, serving French cuisine, offering a captivating plant-based dining experience, and the menu here is mostly gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free.
The quaint space is cozy and rustic, with a French charm, and the service is always friendly.
The Coq au Vin is wonderfully prepared following traditional French techniques, but substituting real chicken with pea protein “chicken”.
The texture of the mock chicken is pretty close to a real one, and the gluten-free dish has a rich flavor from the herby and spicy red wine sauce.
The restaurant’s plant-based version of the classic French Tournedos Rossini has a tender “steak” fillet topped with quickly seared “foie gras”, and comes accompanied by a savory and earthy truffle wine sauce and freshly shaved truffle.
This dish is rich, meaty, and exceedingly decadent.
The Steak Frites, with black truffle French fries, are equally good, and the Boeuf Bourguignon is authentic and impressive.
The La Bryan crepe (can be made gluten-free), with a gingerbread crouton filling, drizzled with salted caramel, and topped with coconut whipped cream is an excellent treat to be had for dessert, or even as a quick snack (no judgments!).
What to order: Coq au Vin, Tournedos Rossini, Steak Frites, La Bryan
Address: 178 W Houston Street, New York, NY 10014
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9. Tap NYC
A unique Brazilian cafe, Tap NYC offers 100% gluten-free sandwiches, acai bowls, smoothies, and more, everything made with nutrition-rich ingredients.
The brand has multiple establishments in New York City, and every single one of those spaces is modern, bright, casual, and elegant.
Tap’s tapioca sandwiches are hugely popular, and you cannot miss the Smoked Salmon.
The tapioca crust comes filled with classic smoked salmon, cream cheese, fresh tomatoes, and arugula; the salmon just melts in the mouth and all the other elements add freshness to the sandwich, keeping it light, healthy, and yummy.
The Caprese sandwich has a nice and even parmesan crust and is filled with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and a nut-free and fragrant basil pesto sauce.
This could easily be your table favorite!
The Power Bowl, filled with fresh fruits, organic acai, homemade vegan granola, milk powder, and peanut butter, is crazy delicious!
Top it off with their Power C or Super Green smoothies, and your tummy will be happy and healthy.
What to order: Smoked Salmon, Caprese, Power Bowl, Power C, Super Green
Address:
-Upper Westside – 267 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023
-Midtown East – 685 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10017
10. Wild
Another restaurant chain that has managed to make everyone’s favorite comfort food – pizza – better by making it gluten-free, Wild is an all-natural, 100% gluten-free restaurant.
The restaurant has a farmhouse chic vibe and is cozy and family-friendly.
Served in toasted gluten-free bread slices, the Bruschetta Panino would be a nice and light way to start your meal.
The Tuscan Kale Salad, with chickpeas, cucumber, toasted edamame, and more, is unique, revitalizing, and also large enough for sharing.
The Spinach Artichoke pizza, made with their famous gluten-free, vegan crust, is to die for.
This is the kind of pizza you would want to eat more of without the baggage of guilt.
The Rigatoni Meatball is a vibrant pasta dish made with fresh, sweet, and savory marinara sauce and juicy and tender meatballs.
This is comfort food at its flavorful best.
What to order: Bruschetta Panino, Tuscan Kale Salad, Spinach Artichoke pizza, Rigatoni Meatball
Address: 535 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
11. Kesté Pizza e Vino
Known to offer some of the best pizzas in New York City, you’ll have to wait for several minutes (sometimes even hours) for a seat when you visit Kesté during prime time.
The place specializes in Neapolitan-style pizzas of all types – red, white, stuffed, and more – and the menu features multiple gluten-free and vegan options as well.
Named after the restaurant itself, the Kesté pizza is at the top of our favorites list from the menu here.
The gluten-free crust is crispy and perfectly chewy, and all the toppings – prosciutto di parma, tomato sauce, cheese, arugula, basil, and extra virgin olive oil – contribute their flavors to the pizza, making it one awesome creation!
Regina Margherita – what’s different in this version from the regular Margherita? It’s the cheese.
This one has imported buffalo mozzarella in it instead of regular fresh mozzarella, and trust us, it does make a difference.
Is it worth the few extra dollars? ABSOLUTELY!
Oh, don’t forget the Calzone. This hearty preparation has a perfectly golden and crispy exterior, and the filling inside, with sauce, cheese, salami, and more, is rich and flavourful.
Every bite of this flavor pocket makes you feel excited.
What to order: Kesté, Regina Margherita, Calzone
Address: 77 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10038
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12. Noodlelove
The name says it all! Noodlelove is all about noodles, combining authentic Asian flavors, ingredients, and preparations to create food that not only tastes good but also nourishes “the body, heart, and soul”.
The restaurant’s setting is contemporary and laidback, and the menu features several gluten-free options.
The Royal Japchae is a vibe for people with gluten allergies.
This wok-tossed deliciousness is made with glass noodles, mushrooms, and vegetables in a sesame soy sauce, which gives the dish a great depth in flavor.
Add Korean Flank Steak to your bowl to make it a wholesome meal.
The Ddukbokki hits you with lots of amazing textures and flavors, and the sweet and spicy gochujang soy sauce adds a distinctive flavor to the chewy rice cakes.
If you love the superfood kimchi, you should get the Kimchi Crunch Fresh Bowl.
This noodle salad bowl is spicy, savory, rich with umami flavors, and just exquisite.
There’s another interesting option here; you can Create-Your-Own bowl by choosing your favorite base, vegetables, proteins, garnishes, and sauces or dressings.
There’s absolutely no limit to the flavors you can create.
What to order: Royal Japchae, Ddukbokki, Kimchi Crunch Fresh bowl
Address: 192 Mott Street, New York, NY 10012
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