Gluten-Free Kid Friendly Places in Pacific Grove, California

Last updated March 2025

  • (74)
    463 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Ice Cream Shop
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

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

    Featured review snippet "everything they make is without gluten but then they have these allergy warning signs placed all over for the items they dont make in house - so its not a dedicated facility!"
  • (114)
    25 Soledad Dr, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Bakery
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Sandwiches, Muffins, Bread/Buns, Cinnamon Rolls, Breakfast Sandwiches & more

    Featured review snippet "It seemed to be somewhat difficult to find dedicated gluten free places to eat in Monterey, but once I found Nece’s my day was made."
  • (61)
    28 safety ratings
    700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Cocktails, Risotto, Crème Brûlée

    Featured review snippet "The GF meal we ordered was clearly differently prepared than the non-GF one we ordered (one of us is celiac and the other isn't)."
  • (42)
    10 safety ratings
    622 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Burgers, Fish Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Many items are marked gluten free on the menu, but they are not all celiac safe - some contain soy sauce or items from shared fryer."
  • (54)
    28 safety ratings
    470 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Nachos, Burrito Bowls, Fries, Tortilla Chips

    Featured review snippet "What a true gem in Monterey for our travels!"
  • (22)
    4 safety ratings
    620 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Clam Chowder, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "I’ve now been here twice, have had no reaction, and am a highly sensitive celiac."
  • (19)
    7 safety ratings
    794 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Many of their options are gluten free and he explained their procedures to ensure that cross contamination does not occur."
  • (80)
    26 safety ratings
    700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Bakery
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cinnamon Rolls, Cookies, Ice Cream Cones, Dessert, Donuts

    Featured review snippet "I heard through the grapevine (so, this may or may not be accurate) that the owner's daughter had celiac & sadly passed away, so the gluten free options here are definitely made with care."
  • (26)
    6 safety ratings
    1157 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Salad, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "My wife is a very sensitive celiac and hasn’t gotten sick yet."
  • (47)
    25 safety ratings
    321 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Crepes, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "The make gluten free crepes and it’s all safe and celiac friendly."
  • (6)
    5 safety ratings
    79 Asilomar Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

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

    Featured review snippet "First meal out as a gluten free family after celiac diagnosis for our 14 yo son."
  • (14)
    9 safety ratings
    538 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Indian Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The first waiter we spoke to didn’t seem to understand the gluten free questions, but he brought out a manager who explained to us that the items marked gf on the menu would be prepared without cross contamination."
  • (15)
    5 safety ratings
    791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Dessert, Steak

    Featured review snippet "Really great to find both vegan and gluten free."
  • (37)
    11 safety ratings
    47 Fishermans Wharf #1, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Seafood Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Will be visiting again the next time we’re in Monterey."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    111 Central Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $$ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Empanadas

    Featured review snippet "They have many gluten free options, the gluten free empanadas are amazing and great with their chimichuri sauce. they also go to most of the local farmers markets!"
  • (1)
    631 Ocean View Blvd Suite A, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Cider

    Featured review snippet "It's across the street from the Pacific Grove coastline at Lover's Point, so I highly recommend getting a table outside so you can enjoy the view."
  • 17. Roy's

    (9)
    3 safety ratings
    2700 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
    $$$ • Japanese Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Sushi

    Featured review snippet "They have clearly marked plates for gluten free (embossed flowers on them)."
  • (8)
    4 safety ratings
    565 Abrego St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Indian Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "They let me know that the cheese for the saag paneer was fried in the shared frier, so none of the dishes with fried cheese were celiac safe, but most of the other main dishes were."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    541 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Very casual cozy breakfast/lunch place, though lunch menu was almost all sandwiches and no gf bread….lots of options on the breakfast menu though!"
  • 20. Chipotle

    (5)
    500 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Quick Service Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burrito Bowls, Rice Bowls, Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Chipotle is great in general...Sand City location seems better in Monterey in my experience."
  • (10)
    7 safety ratings
    434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "We loved it so much we went twice during our stay in Monterey!"
  • (33)
    3 safety ratings
    570 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Deli, Sandwiches
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

    Featured review snippet "We ordered 2 regular sandwiches and 1 GF."
  • (10)
    6 safety ratings
    725 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

  • (7)
    2 safety ratings
    467 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Dessert, Calzones

    Featured review snippet "Great gluten-free pizza, in a great location."
  • (18)
    4 safety ratings
    731 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Pancakes

    Featured review snippet "Lots of choice of savory dishes"
  • (30)
    20 safety ratings
    San Carlos St, Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Breakfast Sandwiches, Avocado Toast, Soup & more

    Featured review snippet "Had no reaction, the staff seemed aware of Celiac and took precautions to avoid cross contact."
  • (121)
    44 safety ratings
    San Carlos between 5th & 6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Dessert, Garlic Bread, Bread/Buns, Chicken Marsala & more

    Featured review snippet "I have Celiac Disease and the staff were very knowledgeable about what on the menu was safe and which areas were dedicated."
  • (1)
    462 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

  • (13)
    2 safety ratings
    1100 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Gluten free options are shown on the menu."
  • (23)
    8 safety ratings
    San Carlos Between Ocean &, 7th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Pizza, Bread/Buns, Ravioli, Gnocchi & more

    Featured review snippet "Very knowledgable about Celiac, had GF bread for sandwiches and GF pasta."
  • (10)
    8 safety ratings
    1123 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955
    $$ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Crepes

    Featured review snippet "Crepes can be made celiac safe!!"
  • (10)
    6 safety ratings
    840 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA 93955
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

    Featured review snippet "I’m a very sensitive celiac and felt fine."
  • (134)
    40 safety ratings
    6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$ • Seafood Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Calamari, Fish & Chips, Paella, Fries, Dessert & more

    Featured review snippet "Gluten free menu safe for celiacs."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    2114 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$$ • Seafood Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "I ordered the fresh caught salmon from Monterey Bay."
  • (18)
    6 safety ratings
    29 Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $$$ • French Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Salad, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "I’m not celiac so I don’t get ill but I do definitely feel inflammation when glutened and I feel fine today."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    15 Soledad Dr, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Bakery, Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burritos, Cookies

    Featured review snippet "The grocery section has a good selection of gluten-free products!"
  • (7)
    2 safety ratings
    660 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940
    $$$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "We did a build your own pizza and they even had vegan cheese."
  • (15)
    5 safety ratings
    North Side Of Ocean Ave between Lincoln Street and Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $$ • Asian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Nice restaurant with plenty of GF options, my wife had no reaction"
  • (1)
    Dine in and Patios Are Open, 2030 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940
    $ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, French Toast, Tacos

    Featured review snippet "I ordered a tuna melt gf and it’s delicious."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    7th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $$$ • Seafood Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Soy Sauce

    Featured review snippet "Please note: I am GF intolerant, not celiac."
  • 41. Five Guys

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    915-A Playa Ave, Sand City, CA 93955
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Fries

    Featured review snippet "Craving burger and fries safe for celiacs?"
  • (8)
    3 safety ratings
    1350 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Fries

    Featured review snippet "Always a good option on the road."
  • 43. TOGO's

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    1620 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955
    $ • Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Wraps

    Featured review snippet "Not all Togos do gluten free well, but this place is great."
  • 44. Yafa

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    Junipero St & 5th Ave NW, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $$ • Mediterranean Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Food was cooked on clean and separate area."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$ • Japanese Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Soup, Sushi, Soy Sauce

    Featured review snippet "They had GF soy sauce and almost any roll could be modified."
  • (7)
    5 safety ratings
    Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Noodles, Dessert, Cocktails, Risotto & more

    Featured review snippet "Staff was incredibly knowledgeable about celiac and gluten free!"
  • (20)
    110 General Stilwell Dr, Marina, CA 93933
    $ • Ice Cream Shop
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

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

    Featured review snippet "My 5 year old daughter has severe celiacs and we only dine in dedicated GF facilities to avoid any risk for cross contamination."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    211 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "While there wasn’t a GF menu or anything marked GF on the menu, the cashier had a list of items containing gluten (see below) and consulted with the chef/cook with any questions."
  • (17)
    3770 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    $$$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta

    Featured review snippet "I’m a very sensitive to gluten with Celiac disease."
  • (8)
    2 safety ratings
    130 General Stilwell Dr #108, Marina, CA 93933
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers

    Featured review snippet "Took allergy seriously, had a good bun and reassured on safety of preparation process."

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