Amazing lunch! BEST sandwich/burger I’ve ever had. I got the turkey club and it was to die for. Very accommodating for Celiacs!!!!
Roti was great! Visited for lunch while touring GWU. Many GF options and friendly, knowledgeable staff. They all changed their gloves and got some ingredients from the back to ensure no cross-contam.
Turkey cheddar=perfect lunch
Carne Asada lunch special
Chicken lunch dish

Gluten-Free Lunch Places in Washington, DC

Last updated February 2025

  • (147)
    1238 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003
    $$ • Bakery, Cafe
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Donuts, Sandwiches, Biscuits, Breakfast Sandwiches & more

    Featured review snippet "It is dedicated GF and no risk of cross-contact."
  • (401)
    2409 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Bakery, Cafe
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Bagels, Cupcakes, Sandwiches, Breakfast Sandwiches, Bread/Buns & more

    Featured review snippet "Having these dedicated GF spots is amazing and so comforting."
  • (115)
    439 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $ • Quick Service Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Cookies, Noodles, Rice Bowls, Soy Sauce, Dessert & more

    Featured review snippet "Incredible for fast casual gluten free."
  • (59)
    1792 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Taco Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Tacos, Quesadillas, Tortillas, Nachos, Tortilla Chips

    Featured review snippet "It’s so nice to be able to go somewhere that’s completely safe ❤️ I confirmed with staff there is no gluten food on the menu (apart from beer), everything is corn based."
  • (44)
    615 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $ • Taco Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Tacos, Quesadillas, Cookies, Salad, Brownies & more

    Featured review snippet "They also do not have gluten and with one person with Celiac and another with a gluten sensitivity, this place is PERFECT because we didn't have to worry about cross contamination."
  • (101)
    3207 Grace St NW, Washington, DC 20007
    $$ • Taco Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Tortillas, Nachos, Dessert, Tacos, Salad

    Featured review snippet "She is an extremely sensitive celiac, and knowing she'll be safe here has made this a favorite date spot."
  • (27)
    495 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $$ • Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Salad, Rice Bowls, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "I visited an NYC branch for the first time last week and loved it so much that I had to go to this one too when I arrived in Washington DC!"
  • (43)
    1516 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
    $ • Quick Service Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Soup

    Featured review snippet "Not a bad GF spot - easy, fast, and safe bowl place."
  • (18)
    16 safety ratings
    809 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
    $$ • Taco Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Tortillas, Fish Tacos, Quesadillas

    Featured review snippet "Whole place is 100% gf including the batter for the fish tacos, so it’s a no brainer for folks with coeliac."
  • (171)
    67 safety ratings
    1730 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Grilled Cheese, Sandwiches, Mac & Cheese, Soup & more

    Featured review snippet "They have delicious gluten free bread that is made separately to prevent cross contact."
  • 11. Bartaco

    (38)
    31 safety ratings
    1025 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Tortillas, Rice Bowls, Tortilla Chips, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Most items are GF (including unexpected ones like the battered fish tacos!)"
  • (68)
    36 safety ratings
    650 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

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

    Featured review snippet "Seven friends and I visited RPM during the winter 2025 Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week."
  • (34)
    23 safety ratings
    1847 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Steak

    Featured review snippet "When we told her celiacs she steered us toward items with less risk of cross contamination."
  • 14. Modena

    (29)
    20 safety ratings
    1199 H St NW Washington, DC 20005
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta, Bread/Buns, Focaccia, Steak

    Featured review snippet "Excellent server knowledgeable staff: 3 gluten free pasta options."
  • 15. MI VIDA

    (22)
    22 safety ratings
    1901 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Enchiladas, Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Empanadas

    Featured review snippet "When we told our server we had celiac he said “well you’re in the right place.”"
  • (32)
    17 safety ratings
    750 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
    $$$ • Seafood Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Steak, Ice Cream, Cocktails, Dessert & more

    Featured review snippet "This is my favorite restaurant for celiacs that I have encountered in 7 years so amazing and everything is wonderful!"
  • 17. The Royal

    (16)
    14 safety ratings
    501 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Arepas, Cider

    Featured review snippet "I mentioned Celiacs and was given a list of certain items I could have, including all arepas (server volunteered that they are made with certified GF arepa flour)."
  • 18. Yardbird

    (56)
    42 safety ratings
    901 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Waffles, Fried Chicken, Chicken & Waffles, Dessert, Cocktails & more

    Featured review snippet "Zero consequences, and I’m an extremely sensitive celiac!"
  • 19. Clyde's

    (32)
    13 safety ratings
    707 7th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Burgers, Bread/Buns, Fries, Shrimp and Grits & more

    Featured review snippet "Incredible GF bun that only got soggy because I ordered the caramelized onions with my burger."
  • (30)
    11 safety ratings
    624 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Lobster Rolls, Clam Chowder, Soup, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "I am celiac and I did not have a reaction"
  • (111)
    47 safety ratings
    675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Steak, Bread/Buns, Dessert, Burgers, Fries & more

    Featured review snippet "Staff were so considerate and understanding about coeliac, making sure to point out to me which menu items were gluten free but had a risk of cross contamination and were therefore not safe for me."
  • (20)
    20 safety ratings
    1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
    $$ • Bagel Shop, Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Breakfast Sandwiches, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Latkes

    Featured review snippet "Call Your Mother now has gluten free yuca bread!"
  • 23. Il Canale

    (87)
    42 safety ratings
    1065 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta, Focaccia, Salad, Beer

    Featured review snippet "He said they prepare all their GF always separately but always good to let them know to take even extra safe for celiac."
  • (94)
    47 safety ratings
    98 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Enchiladas, Salad, Nachos, Tortilla Chips & more

    Featured review snippet "The food was outstanding and I love that they mark the menu with what HAS gluten vs what doesn’t."
  • (20)
    11 safety ratings
    3155 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010
    $$ • Asian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Curry, Fried Rice

    Featured review snippet "The menu is clearly marked and my server was knowledgeable about cross contamination."
  • (11)
    9 safety ratings
    3428 O St NW, Washington, DC 20007
    $$ • Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Breakfast Sandwiches, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Latkes

    Featured review snippet "The yuca bread is GF and very good."
  • (87)
    52 safety ratings
    600 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Fries, Salad, Steak & more

    Featured review snippet "When I shared I have Celiac the server spoke to the chef about each and every item I ordered before coming back to confirm."
  • 28. The Grill

    (28)
    20 safety ratings
    99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024
    $$$ • American Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Cakes, Steak, Fries, Crab Cakes & more

    Featured review snippet "Fantastic choice for those with Celiac!"
  • (9)
    7 safety ratings
    2221 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Pizza Takeout
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza

    Featured review snippet "Called to confirm and they said “we treat any GF order assuming it’s for Celiac.”"
  • (91)
    28 safety ratings
    401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Tortillas, Quesadillas

    Featured review snippet "Our son has Celiac, and he made sure to get him GF chips from their dedicated fryer."
  • 31. Doi Moi

    (22)
    12 safety ratings
    1800 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Menu was marked, and the waitress was able to tell me about what would be affected by cross contamination."
  • (13)
    13 safety ratings
    2029 P St NW Front 1, Washington, DC 20036
    $$ • Sandwich Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

    Featured review snippet "Deli with gluten free roll option (and a dedicated GF knife)."
  • (31)
    11 safety ratings
    610 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Salad, Risotto

    Featured review snippet "We were told that the gluten free pizza was kept separately and cooked in another place so it was safe to eat."
  • (18)
    16 safety ratings
    1121 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Arepas, Empanadas

    Featured review snippet "Food was delicious but staff are not super knowledgeable about gluten or cross contamination but we did not get sick once we confirmed what was gluten and not on their menu."
  • 35. Soi 38

    (54)
    23 safety ratings
    2101 L St NW, Washington, DC 20037
    $$ • Thai Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pad Thai, Noodles, Curry, Dessert, Soup

    Featured review snippet "GF items marked on the menu - not a ton of options but the pad thai was incredible"
  • 36. The Smith

    (27)
    16 safety ratings
    901 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Steak, Omelets, Home Fries

    Featured review snippet "Definitely not gluten free dedicated, however, they seem to be very aware of cross contamination and promise they are well prepared for it."
  • 37. Silver

    (11)
    6 safety ratings
    3404 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC 20016
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, French Toast

    Featured review snippet "My celiac daughter had the French toast and enjoyed it."
  • (13)
    7 safety ratings
    1102 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tortilla Chips, Tacos, Enchiladas

    Featured review snippet "And they are aware of what on the menu has gluten (quesadillas) and all the tacos are gluten free!"
  • (9)
    5 safety ratings
    1100 23rd St NW, Washington, DC 20037
    $$ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Dessert, Smoothies

    Featured review snippet "Ordered chili scrambled eggs with avocado on gluten free toast (plain Udis style), a slice of GF banana bread, and a matcha."
  • (74)
    23 safety ratings
    1734 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cider, Fish & Chips

    Featured review snippet "Nearly all of their fried food is made gluten free l, which is especially accommodating to those with Celiac Disease."
  • (34)
    10 safety ratings
    1309 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos, Tortillas, Tortilla Chips

    Featured review snippet "Pretty much all their menu (bar the flour tortillas) are gluten free."
  • (8)
    5 safety ratings
    79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Cider, Fries

    Featured review snippet "In the allergen menu, it says the crab dip is GF and I ordered it but, once I told her I had celiac, she explained to me that it’s not safe for celiac as the chips are fried in cross-contaminated oil."
  • (17)
    4 safety ratings
    221 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington D.C., DC 20003
    $ • Quick Service Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Rice Bowls

    Featured review snippet "Food was good but be careful as the usual indication of GF states a G four contains gluten."
  • (21)
    10 safety ratings
    300 Tingey St SE, Washington, DC 20003
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Burgers, Bread/Buns, Tater Tots

    Featured review snippet "Manager came over who was very knowledgeable about Celiac to explain the options and ensured safety from CC."
  • (10)
    10 safety ratings
    Independence Ave SW & 4th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
    $$ • Cafeteria
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tostadas, Tamales

    Featured review snippet "The back section has GF foods but also had cornbread at the station."
  • (18)
    13 safety ratings
    2221 I St NW, Washington, DC 20037
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Steak, Cocktails, Ice Cream

    Featured review snippet "Great variety of gf options and they have a dedicated gf menu."
  • (32)
    13 safety ratings
    480 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
    $$$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Paella, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Server not super knowledgeable on celiac and asked if cross contamination would be an issue."
  • (76)
    13 safety ratings
    2350 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
    $ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Pasta, Beer (Gluten-Reduced), Calzones, Salad & more

    Featured review snippet "My daughter has Celiac and hasn't had any issues."
  • (36)
    22 safety ratings
    2401 Smith Blvd, Arlington, VA 22202
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Fries, Fish & Chips, Sandwiches, Beer

    Featured review snippet "Extremely knowledgeable about gluten free and cross contamination."
  • (42)
    32 safety ratings
    3411 5th St S, Arlington, VA 22204
    $$ • Barbecue Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Fries, Burgers, Sandwiches, Bread/Buns, Dessert & more

    Featured review snippet "Servers are very knowledgeable, and ask about celiacs if you have a GF menu"

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