The 41 Best Gluten-Free Brunch Spots in Santa Cruz
By Gluten Free Eats' gluten-free community
Updated Jun 2025
Windmill Cafe
Accommodating
21231 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
This charming spot near the beach offers a cozy vibe with a variety of tasty vegan and gluten-free options, perfect for a casual bite.
Cute cafe with great food that caters to dietary restrictions like gluten free, vegan and vegetarian.
Pleasure Pizza East Side Eatery
Accommodating
804 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
A cozy eatery with a diverse menu, lively outdoor seating, and creative cocktails that guarantee a fun dining experience!
A great place. great street location. Comfortable seating for a family. The food was really good and served fast. There are many Gluten free options and the staff are aware of Cross contamination. Highly recommended
Veg On The Edge - Santa Cruz
Accommodating
725 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
A hidden gem in a vibrant food hall, offering carefully crafted dishes that please both kids and adults alike.
We went there today and even drove an hour to get there because we saw that it’s gluten free and vegan and NOT EXPENSIVE which is REALLY hard to find. And then you’d think there must be a catch, it can’t be vegan, gluten free, inexpensive AND delicious but damm it was it was really tasty and so filling, and overall the food felt like a warm hug and the owner was really nice as well :) so 5 stars, would recommend
Mad Yolks
Gluten-free options
1411 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
This cozy spot has a cute vibe and serves delicious sandwiches, making it perfect for a casual lunch with family or friends.
Hands down, it's the best gluten-free bun I have tasted so far !!! We visited Mad Yolks for a quick lunch and were immediately welcomed by friendly staff. We ordered a chicken sandwich, which was juice and crispy, and a mushroom sandwich was delicious as well! For drinks, we have Pineapple Orange, which had a refreshing twist for regular jasmine tea. The vibe and ambiance were warm. I would go back to try other items on the menu
Steamer Lane Supply
Accommodating
644-670 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
A local favorite with a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for any time of day, plus an ever-expanding menu catering to diverse tastes and dietary needs.
Steamer Lane is the place to be! Everything on the menu is delicious, and the staff are very friendly and care deeply about the community of Santa Cruz. Their menu has expanded over the years, and a lot of care is taken by the whole team to make sure the all of their offerings are really tasty and inclusive to all dietary needs. I have celiac disease, and typically feel safe eating here. They have a handful of very tasty gluten free items, and are very friendly and accommodating. I love the breakfast tacos, poke and other fish bowls, fish tacos, chicken leg plate, and the burger (with no bun). As with pretty much all places, not guaranteed to have no cross contamination, but if you want them to take extra precautions, just ask! I remind them I have celiac and they do a great job :)
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