Restaurants with Gluten-Free Menus El Cajon, California

Last updated March 2025

  • (4)
    3 safety ratings
    6020 Santo Rd, San Diego, CA 92124
    $ • Coffee Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Banana Bread

    Featured review snippet "Best coffee and all baked goods are gluten free!!"
  • (23)
    14 safety ratings
    5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tortilla Chips, Tacos, Ceviche, Salad, Tortillas & more

    Featured review snippet "Handmade corn tortillas and chips made in a GF kitchen space."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    2471 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
    $ • Ice Cream Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Frozen Yogurt

    Featured review snippet "Clearly marked GF flavors, care kept with not having cross contamination of toppings."
  • (12)
    6 safety ratings
    15505 Olde Hwy 80, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $$ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Ice Cream, Pulled Pork

    Featured review snippet "Didn't get sick and I'm a sensitive celiac with a 4 hour reaction time after eating."
  • (7)
    6 safety ratings
    6185 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Curry

    Featured review snippet "Very accommodating to gluten-free with a variety of options."
  • (79)
    14 safety ratings
    7389 Jackson Dr, San Diego, CA 92119
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pancakes, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Cider, French Toast & more

    Featured review snippet "They are knowledgeable about celiac and have a gf menu with many options."
  • (8)
    4 safety ratings
    7403 Jackson Dr, San Diego, CA 92119
    $ • Grocery Store
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Store Manager, Ed Yankovich is the Gluten Free guru of grocery stores in San Diego."
  • (4)
    3 safety ratings
    8278 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $ • Coffee Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Scones, Acai Bowls, Toast

    Featured review snippet "Cashier was knowledgeable about celiac disease and cross contact."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    107 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Great menu, very helpful waitstaff."
  • (1)
    2990 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
    $$ • Middle Eastern Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert

    Featured review snippet "I mentioned I was Celiac and they made every accommodation possible to make my food gluten free."
  • (1)
    2744 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Breakfast Sandwiches, Bagels, Beer

    Featured review snippet "There is only one flavor, but I mix it up by getting different cream cheese or adding an egg."
  • (1)
    1299 E Main St Suite 204, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "The make the GF bread sandwich separately from other sandwiches and the clean the meat cutter before using in GF bread request."
  • (1)
    935 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $ • Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Frozen Yogurt

    Featured review snippet "They also have a nutritional chart that shows if the flavor is GF or not."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    9530 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Lovely restaurant in La Mesa, on a man made lake for a nice ambiance."
  • (10)
    10 safety ratings
    5351 Adobe Falls Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
    $$ • Barbecue Restaurant, Bar
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Sandwiches, Pulled Pork

    Featured review snippet "When we let them know my wife has celiac they know exactly what’s safe and take it very seriously."
  • (88)
    5250 Murphy Canyon Rd #118, San Diego, CA 92123
    $ • Donut Shop
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Donuts

    Featured review snippet "Eating so many of these tiny delicious GF donuts was one of the highlights of my trip to San Diego."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Juice Bar
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Cheesecake, Donuts, Cookies, Cakes

    Featured review snippet "Our daughter is celiac and enjoys coming to this establishment for all of the gluten free options."
  • (21)
    12 safety ratings
    6784 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
    $$ • Indian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tikka Masala

    Featured review snippet "Absolutely the best place to go for Indian food and Celiac friendliness"
  • (6)
    2 safety ratings
    8362 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "I have never once gotten sick from here (and I am a sensitive celiac) and the experience is just so special, I will always come back."
  • (8)
    2 safety ratings
    7091 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Several menu options are listed as gf or gfo (gluten free option); however, most dishes have multiple ingredients that have to be substituted which totally changed the appeal of the dishes."
  • 21. Sei Sushi

    (2)
    8862 Navajo Rd, San Diego, CA 92119
    $$ • Sushi Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sushi

    Featured review snippet "I’m an extremely sensitive Celiac and have no issues eating here."
  • (2)
    8680 Navajo Rd, San Diego, CA 92119
    $ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pad Thai

  • (302)
    2810 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Tacos, Taquitos, Fries, Rice Bowls, Churros & more

    Featured review snippet "Grateful to have a dedicated (and delicious) restaurant to visit in San Diego."
  • (16)
    5 safety ratings
    9816 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Fries, Pork Ribs, Salad, Cider, Beef Ribs

    Featured review snippet "My husband has celiac and is sensitive to cross contamination."
  • (4)
    1275 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Breakfast Sandwiches, Bagels

  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    235 Town Center Pkwy H, Santee, CA 92071
    $$ • Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "The lovely Cristina at the front knows the menu is overwhelming for a first timer and she so kindly stood with me to filter through."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    9418 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Chicken Fingers/Nuggets, Fries

    Featured review snippet "They also have a gluten free bun that is sealed in plastic."
  • (5)
    3 safety ratings
    8131 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta

    Featured review snippet "My server Alex made sure that my meal was gluten free and free from cross contamination."
  • (13)
    3415 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
    $ • Bakery
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Cupcakes, Cookies, Dessert, Cakes, Gelato & more

    Featured review snippet "I was surprised that most of the cookies contain oats because it’s not uncommon for celiacs to react to the avenin (even if certified gluten free)."
  • (2)
    8384 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Hubby also loved the TJ Dogs (Not GF)."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    3308 Main St, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    $$ • Restaurant, Bar
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Sandwiches

    Featured review snippet "A new lovely place in Lemon Grove with gf menu items clearly marked; make sure to tell your server if you’re celiac so they take extra precautions."
  • (5)
    2 safety ratings
    9534 Winter Gardens Blvd, Lakeside, CA 92040
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "We are so thankful for Bambino’s and their dedication to making a safe pizza for our symptomatic celiac daughter."
  • (23)
    18 safety ratings
    3017 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
    $$ • Ice Cream Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Ice Cream, Ice Cream Cones, Gelato, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Almost every flavor is celiac safe (specialty collaborations usually aren't) and the gluten free cone is to die for."
  • 34. Marieta's

    (1)
    8949 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The celiac I am, I was still a little nervous so I tested them in my Nima censor and it was confirmed, they’re gluten free and celiac safe!"
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    2533 Folex Way, Spring Valley, CA 91978
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Knowledgeable about gluten and cross contamination. Delicious food!"
  • 36. So Saap

    (9)
    7 safety ratings
    4134 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pad Thai, Pad See Ew

    Featured review snippet "Easy to order, GF menu items clearly marked and there are a lot of choices!"
  • (1)
    5500 Grossmont Center Dr #247, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cocktails, Soup, Burgers

    Featured review snippet "Had the loaded potato soup and it tested GF on Nima."
  • (9)
    6 safety ratings
    6145 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "They are very good and have a separate place to make gluten free pizzas when you specify that you have celiac."
  • (1)
    3723 Avocado Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
    $$ • Health Food Restaurant, Juice Bar
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "I get their avocado toast on gluten free bread and it is amazing!"
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    3703 Avocado Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
    $ • Deli, Sandwiches
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "All sandwiches can be made in a gluten free wrap and if you mention you have a gluten allergy they will make sure to make your food separately with clean gloves and utensils to avoid cross contamination."
  • (1)
    9720 Mission Gorge Rd A, Santee, CA 92071
    $$ • Japanese Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Soy Sauce, Sushi

    Featured review snippet "For gf hibachi they make it in the back instead of at the table but I did not mind that."
  • (1)
    3515 Sweetwater Springs Blvd #1, Spring Valley, CA 91978
    $ • Mediterranean Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The waiter even wanted to know more about celiac disease so that he can help their cooks and patrons moving forward."
  • 43. Rubio's

    (1)
    130 Town Center Parkway, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "I get the chicken chopped salad with no tortilla strips."
  • (1)
    254 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cider

    Featured review snippet "Then the manager has to make the gluten free dish themselves in a dedicated area to ensure there is no cross-contamination."
  • (35)
    19 safety ratings
    3986 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cider, Fries, Tacos, Fried Chicken, Chicken Tenders & more

    Featured review snippet "As one of the only Cideries in San Diego, multiple GF tap options is a welcome site by itself."
  • (5)
    6030 Santo Rd ste g, San Diego, CA 92124
    $$ • Chocolate Shop
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Dessert

    Featured review snippet "The designs are stunning and the taste is by far the best I've had in San Diego."
  • (5)
    5 safety ratings
    4073 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
    $$ • Ice Cream Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Ice Cream

    Featured review snippet "Their waffle cones are gluten free & vegan."
  • (1)
    5654 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Pasta

    Featured review snippet "The gluten free pasta is SO GOOD!"
  • (27)
    26 safety ratings
    4591 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
    $ • Vietnamese Restaurant, Vegan Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Bread/Buns, Bánh Mì, Noodles

    Featured review snippet "This is my fav GF restaurant in San Diego."
  • (61)
    21 safety ratings
    7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Salad, Sandwiches, Pizza & more

    Featured review snippet "Tons of options and they take every possible precaution to prevent cross contamination, and even let me know that the manager has to sign off on each celiac order."

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