Gluten-Free Lunch Places in Julian, California

Last updated January 2025

  • (42)
    12 safety ratings
    2122 Main St, Julian, CA 92036
    $$ • Bakery
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Pies, Apple Pie, Dessert & more

    Featured review snippet "The wait line was short compared to other restaurants in Julian."
  • (7)
    4 safety ratings
    2603 B St, Julian, CA 92036
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Love this cute place in the heart of Julian!"
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    15027 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036
    $ • Oyster Bar
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "She is celiac and had no issues whatsoever."
  • (2)
    2307 Main St, Julian, CA 92036
    $$ • Restaurant, Brewery
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Pizza, Cider

    Featured review snippet "Their bbq sauce is GF and they have plenty of options on the menu outside of the pizza that’s GF."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    2134 Main St, Julian, CA 92036
    $$ • Diner
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "My partner and I came on a weekday and were having trouble finding any gluten-free places."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    221 Palm Canyon Drive, 956, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Dedicated fryer for gluten free fries."
  • (14)
    13 safety ratings
    258 E 2nd Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Even though it is not listed as safe for GF and Celiac, I felt safe here."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    4355 California 78, Julian, CA 92036
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

  • (15)
    9 safety ratings
    13132 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064
    $$ • Sushi Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sushi, Beer

    Featured review snippet "I told the sushi chef I had celiac he assured me he would use a separate cutting board etc."
  • (10)
    7 safety ratings
    1980 Summit Dr, Escondido, CA 92027
    $ • Market
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Pizza, Bread/Buns, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "This cute little farm stand is a gem for celiacs!"
  • (12)
    6 safety ratings
    15505 Olde Hwy 80, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $$ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pulled Pork, Ice Cream

    Featured review snippet "Didn't get sick and I'm a sensitive celiac with a 4 hour reaction time after eating."
  • 12. Carlee's

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    660 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
    $$ • American Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Pizza, Bread/Buns, Salad

    Featured review snippet "They have a GF pizza and GF buns for a variety of burgers (including beyond burger)."
  • (5)
    4 safety ratings
    1485 E Valley Pkwy Ste B, Escondido, CA 92027
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "The kindness over the phone and in person was everything I needed while I likely incoherently ordered a gluten free pizza and gave them the celiac heads up."
  • (2)
    2139 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, CA 91901
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Very friendly staff and great food. Never had any issues"
  • (14)
    7 safety ratings
    9420 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Waiters are very aware of celiac."
  • (8)
    6 safety ratings
    1347 Tavern Road, Alpine, CA 91901
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "I happened upon this place by accident while working in Alpine."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    421 W Felicita Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cocktails

    Featured review snippet "Inocente was our server and reviewed the gluten free options on the menu."
  • (10)
    4 safety ratings
    745 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Salad, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "They are very accomidating to celiacs you just have to let them know and they will wipe down and sanitize the entire grill before starting your food!"
  • (10)
    4 safety ratings
    145 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$ • Cafe, Tea Room
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Sandwiches, Grilled Cheese, Cupcakes, Scones & more

    Featured review snippet "The gluten-free options are amazing, and so is the tea room!"
  • 20. Rubio's

    (1)
    1664 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu
  • (1)
    1847 Main St, Ramona, CA 92065
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "It’s by no means a gluten free facility but it’s slim pickings up in these mountains."
  • (1)
    2330 Main St, Ramona, CA 92065
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Noodles, Fried Rice, Curry, Pad See Ew

    Featured review snippet "Same owners as Pinto Thai Bistro in SD."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    1290 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu

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

    Featured review snippet "Go a few times a month for my celiac son (drive through and inside), never had any bad reactions."
  • 24. Red Robin

    (11)
    3 safety ratings
    200 E. Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "I asked for their gluten free menu and the server brought me a tablet which allowed me to filter and add my allergy restrictions (gluten free)."
  • (5)
    2 safety ratings
    9534 Winter Gardens Blvd, Lakeside, CA 92040
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "We are so thankful for Bambino’s and their dedication to making a safe pizza for our symptomatic celiac daughter."
  • (8)
    4 safety ratings
    912 S Redwood St, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Waffles, Bread/Buns, Pancakes, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Gluten free pancakes, waffles (delicious), buns and raisin bread."
  • (15)
    4 safety ratings
    9816 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu

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

    Featured review snippet "My husband has celiac and is sensitive to cross contamination."
  • (5)
    3 safety ratings
    122 South Kalmia Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    $ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "They have gf panninis but they use the same press for gluten and gf bread."
  • (22)
    4 safety ratings
    155 S Orange St, Escondido, CA 92025
    $ • Bakery, Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Chicken Salad, Cookies, Dessert, Quiche & more

    Featured review snippet "Tons of GF options, and if you tell them you have celiac, they take extra precautions to avoid cross-contamination."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    13332 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "I've been told (by a friend) they use a different oven for the pizza to cook."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    1829 S Centre City Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "The staff was very understanding when I told them I had celiac."
  • 32. TJ Tacos

    (2)
    802 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "They don't have a gluten free menu but it appears that all menu items don't contain gluten."
  • (9)
    2 safety ratings
    12890 Gregg Ct, Poway, CA 92064
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Fries

    Featured review snippet "That is the only place that she eats at."
  • (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."
  • (15)
    2 safety ratings
    915 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "He told me what dishes and sauces were safe, checked everything for me."
  • (2)
    12165 Alta Carmel Ct, San Diego, CA 92128
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Seemed knowledgeable about gluten free. 20 TVs for the sports lovers."
  • 37. Chipotle

    (4)
    2 safety ratings
    13495 Poway Rd., Poway, CA 92064
    $ • Quick Service Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Rice Bowls, Burrito Bowls, Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Getting GF at a chain is always a challenge but this location does a fantastic job."
  • (4)
    3 safety ratings
    13483 Poway Rd #603, Poway, CA 92064
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Staff changed gloves and used clean utensils when preparing my gf pizza."
  • (2)
    11122 Rancho Carmel Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
    $$ • Seafood Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Had no reaction, even though I’m very sensitive to cross contamination."
  • (1)
    13524 I-8BL, Lakeside, CA 92040
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta

    Featured review snippet "They are very knowledgeable about celiac disease and extremely careful."
  • (6)
    3 safety ratings
    9635 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tortilla Chips, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Fries

    Featured review snippet "Gluten Free pancakes were very good! They even made my son pigs in a blanket!"
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    10436 Craftsman Way #122, San Diego, CA 92127
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "They ask if it is GF for allergy or preference, so I believe that they understand about cross contamination."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    11602 Carmel Mt. Rd., San Diego, CA 92128
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Dedicated kitchen space for gluten free preparations."
  • (1)
    1773 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Caution to celiacs, don't know about the kitchen."
  • (7)
    3 safety ratings
    511 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Gluten aware and knowledge with a number of gluten free options"
  • (1)
    14077 Stowe Dr, Poway, CA 92064
    $$ • Poke Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Poke

  • (1)
    29115 Valley Center Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082
    $$ • Deli
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns

  • (1)
    10767 Woodside Ave, Santee, CA 92071
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta

  • (1)
    1347 Tavern Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
    $$ • Brewery
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Pizza, Bread/Buns, Beer (Gluten-Reduced)

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