Top 50 Lunch locations in St Paul

Molly Beard

Whoa. Gluten free Italian that tastes incredible? Yep. I'll be back again!

Carol Anderson

I’ve had much better tasting and textured gluten free and vegan selections elsewhere. I would not choose this place as my top option if I needed either of those as a serious accommodation. Pricing for the quality and the service was basically awful. My table got three drinks (two small hot teas and a small latte) and three cake slices and paid $45. The latte was up-charged $2 because I am lactose intolerant and ordered oat milk for it. I understand an up charge because the milk is typically more expensive than regular, but basically every other cafe for miles well out-competes a $2 extra charge. The most expensive I’ve seen locally before this was $1. In a perfect world allergy and intolerance accommodations would cost no extra, as people like me can’t really help wanting to live like others and have a little cafe latte that won’t hurt us. When asked if I wanted a box I said I would, as I still had a half slice of cake left. No box was ever brought to my table and the waiter never mentioned it again even as we said goodbye to him and left. In fact, almost every interaction with the waiter was tinted with what seemed like haughtiness or disdain on his end. Maybe because we only came and sat for desserts and coffee/tea and therefore were not “high value” customers. Overall this place seems full of itself and really not worth the trouble and expense to have sub-par cakes and a cup of tea. Hoping this is a rare experience.

Erin A

I had a great experience here with celiac disease. The server answered my questions confidently and personally walked me through the menu. They confirmed when bringing out the cauliflower appetizer that it had come from the dedicated fryer. I enjoyed a burger and tater tots. Highly recommend!

Wendy Maybury

Brasa is always amazing. They have wonderful gluten free options

Erin A

Had a great experience here with celiac disease, dining out with a friend who also has celiac. The server answered our questions confidently, and we were happy to learn that they have a dedicated fryer. We were told that the bone-in wings are gluten free (along with most of the sauces), and the boneless wings do contain gluten. We opted for burgers, and they were delicious! So were the fries!

Kelly Reymann

Waited 45 minutes for 2 omelettes with hashbrowns. Omelettes were small, ham was sliced up lunchmeat and the hashbrowns were so salty they were inedible. The female staff person emptying the garbage went straight to touching clean silverware and then to serve our food without washing her hands. The only good part of the visit was the gluten-free chocolate muffin, however, I will find out in a couple hours if it was actually GF. I would not visit this place again.

Laura Zats

Lots of GF options in the pasta and pizza sections (not many in the sandwiches or starters). I was excited to hear that their Alfredo sauce doesn’t use a roux so it was safe to eat! However, it’s frustrating that they make you ask the server what is able to be made GF instead of denoting it on the menu the way they do plant-based options.

Marian Farah

We've came here many times today me and my kids had the worst experience the cashier was not nice and unaware of the stores options of gluten free and food options. He was not pleasant and my waffle was very doughy and soggy. I told them the remade it and it was still the same. Whoever the chef back there is doesn't know how to make waffles my 9 year can do better than that. Waste of time and money ruined for us. Never coming back here again.

Brenda Wright

Amazing food! I'm gluten free and they took necessary precautions for me. Best fried rice I've ever had. Owners son has food allergies, so he knows! Will definitely go back again!

Patricia Allen

We had a lovely late lunch between flights at the Minneapolis airport. I am Celiac so the menu was so refreshing! Our server, Ken, was very attentive and very efficient. The only downside was the cost! Our lunch was almost $150! (with two drinks each and tip).

Heidi Gordon

“Gluten friendly” at your own risk. Fries are marked that they can be gluten free, but the cheese sauce they come with is beer cheese, so the waitress had to clarify that she’d bring that on the side. And they don’t have a GF frier, so she asked if that would be ok. Maybe I ate too many fries, since it wasn’t clear that they came with the burger too (w/ no other option). The gf burger bun was good (covered in poppy seeds) & held up well. Cocktails were also good and the atmosphere was just what we were looking for.

Gina Goettl

This is my favorite Ethiopian restaurant in the Twin Cities! The food is fabulous and beautifully presented - I recommend getting some kind of combination platter so you can try more than one dish. Great vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options!

Anna Drechsel

Gluten free / celiac safe options. Food is amazing.

Tammy Nienaber

Had the Alfredo bacon breakfast pizza, with half left for tonight's dinner. Plus my usual order of gluten-free cheesecake to-go. Yum!

Deborah Nyakaru

I had an amazing time here. The food and drinks were great, the servers were kind, and the restaurant is allergen friendly (gluten-free). The gluten-free noodles are egg noodles so they are quite dense but generally really good.

Andy Thomson

Great food, especially with Gluten and other allergy-friendly restrictions. Super flavorful and great variety. I miss the deep fried kimchi from the Mpls location, but love this spot.

Eric Ebbesen

Delicious food, daily deals, possibly the friendliest staff downtown. Beautiful view. Great spot for before or after a Saints game. Customizable options with vegetarian and gluten-free accommodation.

Karen Folman

Nina's is such a cute neighborhood cafe with a pleasant atmosphere and sweet vibe. Service was friendly and welcoming and they had some gluten free muffins and vegan cookies for those who have these needs.

Moriah

You know it’s a classic spot. Gluten free bun was great! I did end up getting sick so there was some cross contamination, which is to be expected given how small the kitchen is - just be prepared!

Madeline Peña

We really loved this place! The waitress was super sweet and the food was awesome! We just wish there was GF toast for our breakfast. But over all, it was great! We had a good gluten free breakfast 👍🏻

Marypat Habermas

Gluten free options available. Dinner on the patio was fantastic, very romantic

Jennifer Borges

Great experience! Plenty of creative choices on the menu, nice vibe, fun drink options! (Only note - would appreciate more gluten free options.)

T Bly

We ordered takeout from Coconut Thai this weekend, and my only disappointment is that I didn't know about this place sooner. Thai food is far and away my favorite, but it can be hard to find places with gluten free options that don't involve removing much of the flavor and/or texture of the original (non-gluten free) dish. Coconut Thai makes most of their dishes gluten-free BY DEFAULT - several more are gf upon request - which is remarkable and deeply appreciated. We got the red curry with chicken, the pad see yew (also with chicken), and the pineapple curry (again with chicken - I know, we need to branch out), and they were all superb. I echo what everyone else has said about it being reminiscent of Supatra, but with the addition of dozens of gluten-free menu options. It's like the Supatra of my dreams! Can't wait to continue working my way down the menu very soon, as I plan to try just about everything.

Paula Schroeder

Gluten free fish fry was the bomb,perfect,please consider putting it on the permanent menu,or some version of it. We will eat plenty of it!

Mary Manley

We needed a last minute option to feed 100+ people after our food truck canceled and Doge Pizza stepped up! The pizza was delicious and there were so many options including vegan and gluten free. The staff was very helpful in making sure that I got the pizza by the time I needed even though the expected time was almost 45 minutes past when I needed it. Great location, highly recommend

Chris Smith

Punch is always great. One tip, check online or call ahead to see if they have gluten free crust.

Julia Yocum

great gluten free bread for the Porketta cubano sandwich!

Aaron Cerny

The service is amazing & the food is crazyyyy good!! Love a gluten free crust & the overall vibe is so, so good. The employees are super kind & helpful which is extra appreciated and it’s just a 10/10 overall! Can’t wait to go back ☺️🍕

Barbara Cornelius

Over priced, not good food. I ordered a 1/2 grilled cheese sandwich on gluten free bread & tomato basil soup. $12!! It was a very, very small 1/2 sandwich partially grilled then a very small cup (not bowl) that contained about 1/3 cup of 'soup' that was so thick (and partly burnt) it shouldn't have been called soup. We were very disappointed and will not return.

E. Colvin

Gluten Free and Vegetarian options galore! Menu is extensive. Food is consistently good. Online ordering is nice and easy through their website, and they make pickup easy. Interior is comfortable and a great place if you decide to dine-in. Absolute must try Thai restaurant.

J. L. Mohnkern

Don't eat here if gluten free

Sophia Niemeyer

I have been going to the highland grill for over 10 years and it is truly one of the best places in the twin cities. I also recently went gluten free and there menu is well labeled with regards to dietary guidelines 😊

Matt Brown

Great place to grab some gluten free dairy free food!

Rebecca Stewart

Event day menu (Wild game) still had TONS of gluten free options. Meat entrees, pasta, pizza and buns. The spaghetti was the best GF spaghetti I've ever had. I even asked for the brand they used because it held together so well I was almost worried they were real gluten. Anyway, delicious! Loved the chocolate torte too.

Danielle Kirkpatrick

Loved this place! If you’re gluten free - they will take good care of you! My kid has a gluten allergy and they were so careful to accommodate and she was enamored with the food. Service was fantastic also! Great experience! Will make this a regular stop when in the Twin Cities! ❤️

Colin Geistfeld

Service was great, food was made and brought out quickly. The traditional old world pepperoni pizza was delicious. Also we had a gluten free cheese pizza that was two thumbs up!

Stephanie Fox

It was a great experience! Our server was friendly and helpful. The food was great! I tried the Loon omelet with gluten free toast. So yummy!! Love that they support gluten free and still make it taste so good. Thank you!

Thryn Arnav

Literally such a gift! Are you a person with celiacs desperately in search of gochujang and fried Korean food? This is the place you want to be! Seats fill up fast tho so get there early if you can

Danielle Masursky

Had a stellar experience at this tiny coffee shop in Saint Paul. I was staying in an airbnb nearby, and it was recommended by the owner. It exceeded my expectations: friendly efficient service, delicious drinks, and lots of light food options, including gluten free donuts from SIFT (I got the blueberry and it was quite good). If I'd had time, I would have returned, and I will certainly go again if I'm in the area.

Will P

A great place for a romantic dinner with gluten free options available on the menu.

Lia Mendez

Never thought I'd be raving about a breakfast plate of 2 eggs with toast and hashbrowns, but here we are. The gluten-free bread is 💣. Tastes homemade. Hashbrowns are a work of art - crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside. Really enjoyed my cozy little booth on an early rainy morning. Will definitely be coming back next time I'm in the area.

Chance Wells

Amazing drinks and food at Cafe Astoria. I got a rainbow matcha and my partner got a candy cane latte! They do not disappoint. We also got crepes and they were delicious. They offer gluten free options which is amazing for those who have an intolerance. Much appreciated and we will be back!!

J James

We chose this place for a get together with some friends and our kids. It was suggested by other parents as a place for a fun and unique experience for all ages. We went on a Sunday so there wasn't much airplane action. We did get to see 1 plane take off as we were leaving. They offered a kid's menu, gluten-free options and a variety of cocktails. We went for the breakfast options: french toast for the kids, coffee, tea, french toast sandwich, mushroom toast & eggs. Our friend's had the Holman's Breakfast. All was delicious and everyone left with a content and happily filled belly. We look forward to returning in the summer to enjoy their outdoor seating and to check out the dinner menu.

Stacey Davis

“This Thai restaurant is an absolute gem in the metro area. It is evident that it is family-owned and their passion for Thai cuisine shines through in every dish. The menu offers a delightful selection of Thai appetizers, entrees, and salads that are bursting with incredible flavors. The use of fresh herbs and abundant vegetables truly enhances the authenticity of the dishes. They offer different spice levels from 1-10. I’m always impressed by the variety of options available, especially when it comes to accommodating different dietary preferences. They have thoughtfully included protein choices to cater to everyone, whether they follow a gluten-free, plant-based, vegetarian, or pescatarian diet. It's fantastic to find a place where large groups of friends can gather and each find something delicious to suit their specific needs. The soups and curries at this restaurant are a true delight. The depth of flavors and the quality of ingredients used are simply outstanding. Additionally, their beverage selection is worth mentioning. They offer a diverse range of beers, wines, and cocktails, making it a great spot for date night or a special occasion. On's Thai restaurant has become my go-to place for satisfying my Thai food cravings. I highly commend them for consistently delivering exceptional dishes and maintaining their high standards. Keep up the fantastic work, On's! You have truly created something remarkable in the realm of Thai cuisine."

Richard Webb

Perfect weather on one of the nicest patios in the city. The food was excellent as always, especially the halibut cheeks, a rare find in the midwest. The celiac member of our party also really appreciated the very wide range of options available. Our server, Bryan, was outstanding. His pleasantness, knowledge and timing all contributed greatly to an entirely wonderful evening.

Seth Allen

I've been here multiple times and I'm never disappointed. I get a burger on the gluten free bun each time. They have a good assortment of toppings. I normally get the Californian. The fries are safe from cross contamination as well. Everything is always very tasty and the portions are plentiful. The service is quick and helpful. Try out their garlic aioli. Every location I've visited is just as good and I've been to four. I stop in every time I'm in Minneapolis and if you want a good burger in short order from a clean restaurant with nice people, this is the place to be (and when you're gluten/dairy-free it's nice to know you can enjoy without issue).

Estelle Wright

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