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Most Celiac Friendly Pasta North Park, California

These places have been voted as most celiac friendly in the area by the community. However—as menus, staff, and protocols change, please verify all information before visiting!

Last updated March 2025

  • (8)
    6 safety ratings
    2977 Upas St, San Diego, CA 92104
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Salad

    Featured review snippet "Staff were knowledgeable about celiac and there was a sign at host stand to inquire about allergy protocols."
  • (2)
    3391 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Beer, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "GF pasta and pizza crust available, very rich and flavorful."
  • (2)
    3959 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Very attentive and knowledgeable about celiac."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    1643 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Salad

    Featured review snippet "There are gluten-free pastas and salads."
  • (10)
    8 safety ratings
    2233 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Noodles, Tiramisu, Bread/Buns & more

    Featured review snippet "Gluten-free bread was brought out with oil/vinegar and butter, and there’s a gluten-free menu as well as gluten-free desserts."
  • (10)
    3 safety ratings
    505 Laurel Street, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Staff knew the gluten free options, what could be modified, and checked with the kitchen to be sure."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    2844 Main St Suite B, San Diego, CA 92113
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Salad

    Featured review snippet "The waiter was aware of celiac disease, and was very kind and explained their process to ensure no cross contamination."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    901 Bayfront Ct Level 19, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Our server was knowledgeable about celiac and took us through the menu even though nothing had been marked."
  • (5)
    4 safety ratings
    741 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "If I get a chance to come back to San Diego I would go back and try the pasta."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    3850 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "I ordered the gluten free pasta (specified GF water, not sure if they do it anyway or not) and the spicy arranbiatta sauce."
  • (1)
    2061 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Easily one of the best gluten free pizzas I’ve ever had, and most definitely the best one I have tasted in San Diego."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    4574 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Bread/Buns, Burgers

    Featured review snippet "I had the retro iceberg and the linguine alla Bolognese prepared with gluten free pasta."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    2949 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    $$ • Vegan Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Mac & Cheese, Cider, Fries

    Featured review snippet "This was the best gluten free pizza I’ve ever had!"
  • (27)
    18 safety ratings
    2034 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Flatbread, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "The staff understood cross contamination and were very accommodating in making menu items celiac safe."
  • (8)
    3 safety ratings
    3755 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Everything was fresh and homemade and the waiter was knowledgeable about cross-contact."
  • 16. Cesarina

    (16)
    10 safety ratings
    4161 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92107
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Tiramisu, Bread/Buns, Steak & more

    Featured review snippet "They also have gluten-free bread and gluten-free tiramisu."
  • (1)
    3215 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "They checked to make sure the gluten free rotini was prepared with fresh water and dishes and noted that it was an allergy."
  • 18. Bencotto

    (22)
    14 safety ratings
    750 W Fir St #103, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Gnocchi

    Featured review snippet "I have celiac disease (must be gluten free) so eating out is hard and requires lots of research even when I’m choosing the restaurant."
  • (43)
    12 safety ratings
    4615 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116
    $$$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Salad, Wings

    Featured review snippet "The gluten-free pizza was one of the best I have ever had and the staff took the time to explain how they made gluten free pizza safe for those with Celiac."
  • 20. Monello

    (6)
    5 safety ratings
    750 W Fir St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Gnocchi, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Gluten free noodles are cooked separately to prevent cross-contamination."
  • (1)
    3663 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92106
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "(NOTE: if you just ask for gluten-free without saying you have celiac disease, they will prepare the pasta in the same water as the regular pasta.)"
  • 22. Il Posto

    (2)
    2145 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92104
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "This was the best gluten free pizza I have ever had in my life!"
  • (14)
    7 safety ratings
    1609 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Gnocchi, Ravioli

    Featured review snippet "Great gluten free options ans felt safe with the options being prepared separately."
  • 24. Elvira

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    4996 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "They have GF pasta and pizza, as well as entrees that are gluten free."
  • (25)
    15 safety ratings
    1743 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Crème Brûlée, Chicken Marsala, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "My boyfriend has celiac and he’s never gotten sick here."
  • (2)
    1646 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Went here on a date night with the wife I got the GF all meat pizza which was pretty big compared to other restaurants and she got the GF Seafood pasta both were delicious."
  • (1)
    644 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$$ • Restaurant, Steakhouse
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Cocktails, Burgers

  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    2833 Avenida De Portugal, San Diego, CA 92106
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "While their menu doesn’t highlight gluten free items, the wait staff is well versed on items that are and can be made gluten free, and safe from cross contamination."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    4864 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Salad, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "Server was knowledgeable and chef( who is celiac) came out to check if I enjoyed the meal."
  • (19)
    18 safety ratings
    1000 C Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Focaccia, Noodles, Lasagna

    Featured review snippet "I don't know if it is safe for celiacs."
  • (1)
    3545 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "No dedicated gf kitchen area and it took longer to prepare our food, but none of us got sick and the food tasted good."
  • (1)
    7252 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Salad

    Featured review snippet "When we first arrived I informed our waiter that I had celiac disease and she assured me they're very careful with cross contamination."
  • (5)
    3 safety ratings
    8131 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "My server Alex made sure that my meal was gluten free and free from cross contamination."
  • (6)
    5 safety ratings
    835 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "When I explained I had a mild wheat allergy (tend to have hives and some swelling) she said they would cook the noodles in a separate dedicated pot with water that hadn't been used for other noodles."
  • (1)
    5654 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "The gluten free pasta is SO GOOD!"
  • 36. Saltwater

    (3)
    3 safety ratings
    565 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Cider, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "I would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a more upscale dining experience, steak or seafood in San Diego"
  • (10)
    3 safety ratings
    7055 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Salad

    Featured review snippet "However, I let the waiter know that I had Celiac and he made sure to speak with the chef."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    8935 Towne Centre Dr #110, San Diego, CA 92122
    $$ • French Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Quiche, Crepes, Burgers, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "The gluten free buttermilk pancakes were amazing."
  • (1)
    323 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "The gluten free pasta is boxed and they use fresh water so the chance for cross contamination is very small."
  • (22)
    5 safety ratings
    2820 Roosevelt Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "The gluten free bread is actually cooked separately in the oven to prevent cross contamination."
  • (20)
    3 safety ratings
    275 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Salad

    Featured review snippet "I personally recommend getting the salad with creamy pesto sauce, gf pasta with mizithra sauce, and the spumoni ice cream."
  • 42. Petrini's

    (59)
    7 safety ratings
    610 W Ash St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

  • (29)
    5 safety ratings
    1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "This place offers dedicated gluten free and vegan."
  • (12)
    7 safety ratings
    1655 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Very knowledgeable and accommodating for celiac."
  • 45. Pastalini

    (1)
    7190 Miramar Rd #109, San Diego, CA 92121
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "My go-to place for delicious GF pasta in San Diego!"
  • (6)
    2 safety ratings
    1607 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "I ordered the Linguine Allo Scoglio with GF penne instead."
  • (5)
    5 safety ratings
    3603 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Great pizza and great gluten free and dairy free pizza options!"
  • (32)
    14 safety ratings
    2865 Sims Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Cheesecake, Gnocchi, Focaccia

    Featured review snippet "I have celiac disease and had no reaction to eating this, it was amazing!!"
  • 49. Barbusa

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    1917 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza

  • (9)
    2 safety ratings
    7067 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92108
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Cheesecake, Dessert, Bread/Buns, Burgers

    Featured review snippet "There are 3 types of gluten-free cheesecake (Low-Licious Cheesecake with Strawberries / Low-Licious Cheesecake / Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake)."

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