Top 3 Gluten-Free Spots with Outdoor Seating in Central Business District, New Orleans

Diana Gonzalez

Delicious gluten-free paleo blueberry pancakes and cheese grits!!!

Carl Black

You’d likely never know this adorable, plant-filled space on a block bearing a street name no one knows (that feels more like an alley) could be the best thing to happen to your week. Located directly across from one of the two U.S. Court of Appeals loading docks, this oasis quickly transports the diner to a country they may have never visited and may now want to visit immediately. This isn’t that “Mexican” place you have in your hometown that mostly serves to pacify the American palate. That isn’t to say it will feel unfamiliar or awkward; you may just realize excessive grease and cheese aren’t required for enjoyment of every item. With the exception of tortas (sandwiches) and a couple of desserts, everything is gluten-free. Not just in the “no-gluten-containing-ingredients” way you may find many places, but instead it’s an environment where staff are trained on cross-contamination (and where they have a dedicated frier). There are also numerous vegetarian and vegan options. Happy hour is 3-6 weekdays, and you’ll definitely leave happier. Then again, that’s kinda guaranteed anytime you visit. Do yourself a flavor 😉 and walk right on over from the streetcar or even the French Quarter. Should you take the ferry over here from Algiers? Well, I sure won’t discourage it! Come hungry, thirsty, and ready for your life (or at least taste buds) to be improved.

Ethan

The food was incredible! So well seasoned and fresh. Had many gluten friendly options. Excellent place for healthy and delicious dining!

Christopher Davis

We sat out in the air conditioned front section and Christy took great care of us! We were looking for some yummy gluten free options and Sophia’s pizza was really great. Next time we will try the gf pastas. Christy was awesome and the kale salad was my favorite - definitely try the kale salad.

Maya Bregman

Great pizza! I ordered a gluten free vegan pizza that was fantastic.

Nick Hall

Great atmosphere, service and GF options. If you like pumpernickel the bread is for you here.

Elizabeth E H

I would give 6 Stars if I could. For an early morning breakfast, there is no other option near the French Quarter. Whole menu available for breakfast.. you can get a curry, a salad or traditional breakfast and smoothie / juice. Menu clearly marked for gluten free and nourishing vegetarian options. Very very delicious and friendly service. Fast and low prices considering all the ingredients. Nice decor and truly an oasis! PS, you don’t need to be gluten free / vegan or vegetarian or health conscious to have a great meal here!!

Lotus petal

We love the gluten free and vegan options. Amazing pizza 🍕 😋

Matt Turner

Outstanding vegan and gluten free options. You MUST try a king cake and the hot breakfasts!

linda lester

Kay was probably one of the best servers I’ve ever had! I am Celiac and can’t have gluten. She took her time explaining all the breakfast options and I had the incredible gluten free French toast. The service from every person was excellent, the place is clean and friendly and all five of us had incredible meals!

S. J.

I cannot have gluten or seed oils due to severe allergies, and this restaurant was very accommodating with their steak and working with me on sides because it's very difficult to eat out sometimes. The New York strip was cooked. Absolutely perfectly service was fantastic and the restaurant was very clean.

Jordan Lightfoot

Great service, affordable and good quality food. Couldn't recommend more highly. Clearly marked gluten free options.

Marshall Davis

Great, old New Orleans atmosphere. In-house made pasta with several gluten free options. Large selection of spirits at the bar. Friendly service.

Jaime Fancher

Yum! Went here twice on our vacation, so good! Gluten free waffles were perfect. Customer service was excellent!

James Douglas

It's basic food with a casual atmosphere. Decent amount of options on the menu that can accommodate kids plus gluten free options. Music was up so loud conversation was very difficult but everyone was friendly yet not overly attentive. Having 8 different items on the menu nothing was bad but nothing that was great either. Stop in and expect to get full at a fair price.

Ashley Tasker

Delightful lunch spot. Gluten free options. I chose the Tuna Melt special. My entire group loved all their food.

Chip Flater

Legitimate foodie stop. Knowledgeable staff, great service and amazing food. Tons of gluten free options.

Nick Hall

Breakfast brunch. Gluten free bread option and drinks

Emily Petroff

Great spot for fresh poke in the CBD! Good for gluten free. All the ingredients are fresh and stored separately and they have a gluten free tamari marinade for the fish. Each portion is mixed in a clean bowl and the staff were knowledgeable about what was and was not gluten free.

Cary Campbell

This is, quite literally, one of the best, if not the best places to eat in NOLA for this price range. The menu has something for everyone...vegan, gluten free, sweet tooth, savory. My favorite breakfast place in the world, and I am super snobby about breakfast. Probably the only place in the world where you can get homemade ice cream and donuts, gourmet coffee, draft beer, frozen mimosas and coffees alongside a funky menu that includes the perfect breakfast burrito and fried cauliflower bites that taste like general tsos chicken. You will want to come back to this place as soon as you leave. So freaking delicious... ALL DAY!

C. Webb

Had good food, and even though it was packed, the service was prompt! Had good gluten-free options.

Alfred Myers

Colette Florido

Delicious food and pleasant service. We actually went back a second time since we enjoyed it so much. The crepes, pancaked and breakfast sandwich was all good. They had yummy gluten free pancakes the first time but unfortunately not the second.

Alison Duncan

Jay Adamczyk

Annemarie is an excellent server and helped my wife order safe gluten free food for my wife who has celiac disease. We both had filets which were cooked to perfection. I added the lobster tail and my wife had shrimp with her steak. The Brussel Sprouts were excellent and the mashed potatoes also. We had two very yummy deserts. We were staying at Caesar’s. We were able to charge to the room but not use a celebration dinner as the restaurant is not totally affiliated with the casino. But it didn’t damper what we thought of dinner or the staff.

Brandon Punke

Gluten free pizza was really really good. Staff was really helpful and pleasant.

James Shaffer