The Best Gluten-Free Dining in New Orleans

New Orleans is a foodie’s paradise—and just because you’re gluten-free doesn’t mean everything is off-limits. From pork belly to pizzas, check out the restaurants below with gluten-free menu items.

Gluten-Free Breakfast and Brunch in New Orleans

Bearcat Café

This casual breakfast/lunch/brunch joint will give you the choice between good cat and bad cat menu items. Whether you’re looking to eat healthy or want something completely indulgent, there are plenty of gluten-free options available. The mushroom soft scramble, cave breakfast, and vegan bearcat are all gluten-free, and menu items like shrimp & grits are available gluten-free. Many of their sides such as the grits, bacon, crisp potatoes, and fruit & cream are gluten-free as well.

The Daily Beet

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch are served at The Daily Beet, catering to wellness. Gluten-free menu items include banana oatmeal pancakes, açai bowl, and most of their bowls and salads. Enjoy cold-pressed juices, coffee, tea, and smoothies as well.

Brennan’s

Breakfast at Brennan’s is a New Orleans tradition. Order the baked apple or the Eggs Sardou with grilled artichokes instead of crispy artichokes. Or you can indulge in a classic sweet treat, Bananas Foster, if you’re feeling fancy.

Gluten-Free Lunch and/or Dinner in New Orleans

Meals from the Heart Café

Located inside the historic French Market, Meals from the Heart Café has freshly prepared foods, made daily using less sodium, no trans fats, low sugars, low-to-no cholesterol, and no pork or pork by-products. Their menu has several gluten-free options, including crab cakes, tacos, po-boys, and a vegan Philly cheesesteak. The café also offers New Orleans classics: beignets and King Cake made vegan and gluten-free.

Casamento’s

Casamento’s has been serving seafood for a century now. A fun fact is that their award-winning fried oysters are coated in cornmeal, making it safe for gluten-free diners to consume. In fact, all their fried seafood is gluten-free, so feel free to dive right in knowing that you don’t have to worry about gluten in the coating or cross-contamination in the fryers.  

GW Fins

Fresh as it gets when it comes to seafood, GW Fins is a must when visiting the French Quarter. Their menu changes often but there are always gluten-free options available, and the restaurant is known for being especially accommodating.

Espíritu 

With the exception of three dishes, all of Espíritu’s menu items are gluten-free. What’s more, the restaurant has a dedicated fryer that is only used for corn and rice flour, and staff members are trained on cross-contamination. So, you can enjoy tacos, soup, and flan worry-free. 

Maïs Arepas 

This restaurant offers plenty of gluten-free grub from main dishes to salads to desserts. Maïs Arepas serves up empanadas, arepas filled with various meat options or vegetables, and tres leches cake, so you can enjoy every course. 

Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza

At Theo’s, everyone can enjoy delicious pizza. Just ask your waiter to sub out the regular crust for the gluten-free crust and voila!

Barracuda

This neighborhood taco stand is one of the best in the city. Gluten-free diners can enjoy the broccoli taco, served with caramelized onions and sunflower Caesar on a fresh corn tortilla.

Pêche

At Pêche, indulge in dishes such as the tuna dip with sliced cucumbers instead of crackers and grilled tuna with olive relish.

The Will & The Way 

Almost every dish from this menu is or can be modified to be gluten-free. Whether you’re looking to eat crispy Brussels sprouts or Louisiana hot chicken, The Will & The Way has got you covered. 

Gluten-Free Desserts in New Orleans

Sucré

With multiple locations across New Orleans, Sucré is a convenient way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Their macarons are gluten-free. Enjoy almond, blackberry citrus, and café au lait, among other flavors.

Holy Crêpes!

Enjoy fast, fresh, made-to-order crêpes in the French Quarter. Multiple gluten-free flavors are available.

Hansen’s Sno-Bliz 

If you’re in New Orleans during the warmer months, sno-balls are a must-try dessert. Check out Hansen’s Sno-Bliz for plenty of refreshing flavors, impeccable shaved ice, and a whole lotta charm. Just make sure to double-check with your server that your chosen flavor is safe for you to eat! 

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