Top 2 Gluten-Free Vegan Spots to Explore in Kerns, Portland

Christine Lee

The food was delicious! We are from out of town, and we'd never been to Boxcar Pizza before. I am gluten free and vegan, so finding good pizza is tough. This was THE BEST vegan, gluten free pizza I've ever had! They also had Cheesy Garlic Bread that had a gluten free option. Simply amazing!

Ami Baio

Love to be able to eat vegan and gluten free at Bamboo! Highly recommend!

Tabitha Freeman

They do not have gluten free pizza. Ignore the review that says they do!

Sara Pomeroy

Where do I begin… Absolutely the best of the best of the best!!! I have never experienced better service anywhere than I do at this shop. Everyone who works there is so kind and helpful. The owner, Melissa, is such a sweetheart — you can feel the love she puts into her handmade truffles. I love that everything is gluten free and vegan. I never have to worry about gifting to friends or clients. I have so many favorites; from the whiskey truffles to chocolate covered potato chips … can’t get enough. Oh —and the free full size samples!! I mean really!? The generosity there is beyond. Customer for life!!

Meg Kruse

When we were traveling from out of town we stopped here based on reviews and menu designations that they had gluten free and dairy free options as she has a gluten allergy and I am breastfeeding a baby with a dairy allergy. Unfortunately, they are not allergy friendly. I got a second slice of pizza after my first and watched them heat it… nearly touching a slice with cheese, and then used the same peel to take both out of the oven, definitely contaminating my slice, and then my mom got symptoms of gluten exposure after eating. If you do not have allergies and prefer to eat dairy free or gluten free this place is good enough, but it is NOT SAFE for people with allergies.

Suzanne Kruse

Church Bar is born again and this revival is well worth the wait! The NEW Church Bar was resurrected and opened on April 15, 2022 I am in awe of the new owners (Lauren and Anthony) for all their dedication to beautifying Church Bar!! They have put heir heart and souls into completely updating the interior and rebranding Church. Their attention to detail is glorious! Their carefully created cocktail list is diverse and offers a little bit of something for everyone. They also have a wide spectrum of draft beers as well as seltzer and cider offerings. Their daily slushies are joyous and tasty! Their food menu is great with a little of something for everyone! I LOVE everything on the menu and trust me, I’ve tried everything!! I love to start with the delectable deviled eggs and the tantalizing sacred nuts! Mercy me! The ribletts and Shoestring Sweet Onions (V/GF) are two of my absolute favorite go-tos! The shoestring fries are thinly sliced onions marinated in buttermilk,dredged in seasoned flour then fried, served with ranch dressing. Every time I eat them, I am certain that I am in culinary heaven. The Fried Spaghetti Squash (Roasted spaghetti squash, herbs, mixed cheese, leeks served with smoked tomato sauce) is another favorite of mine! They have plenty of gluten-free and vegan options available. They also have occasional food pop-up such as Trinidad and ??? Food. Check out their Instagram for PopUp info #churchbarpdx Check out the ceiling- it’s unique representation of the Sistine Chapel! And the bar top is a beautiful “river” of color. The new owners had it custom coded yes one more unique beautiful aspect of the newly reborn Church Bar! The “confessional” is a photo booth. We’ve made so many fun memories in the “confessional” Church has a huge array DJ’s that provide lively dancing music every night. They have extended their hours and hours constantly reinventing themselves. They’ve added trivia on Wednesday nights and they have a fairly regular stream of pop up food options. Follow them on social media for updates, special events, pop-up info The revival of Church Bar is awe-inspiring! Huge shout out to all the friends, family and customers that continue to support Church Bar - especially during this seemingly never ending pandemic purgatory. I beseech you to join me in helping making Church Bar hugely successful. I have faith that their efforts will payoff in dividends and they will have faithful followers. Eat + Drink + Repent Time to repent! Father forgive me for I may have drinking on a Thursday! #churchbarpdx

Tamara Olcott

We've been ordering from Friendship Kitchen for several years. Their food and their service are always fantastic. Tonight we had the vegan phô, the shrimp crêpe and the tofu salad rolls. All were fantastic. The shrimp crêpes are really different, have an essence of coconut, and are very tasty (and our gluten-free). The vegan phô is chock full of vegetables and the broth is very flavorful. The bean sprouts, Thai basil and cilantro served with it were plentiful. We got this order for two people, and we have enough leftover for another meal.

Laurent Bordier

Paadee offers a variety of authentic Thai dishes, blending traditional flavors with modern twists. Here are some highlights from their menu: Popular Dishes - Papaya Salad (Som Tum Thai) - Fresh shredded papaya with peanuts, dried shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and green beans - Khao Soi - Egg noodles in a rich yellow coconut curry broth, topped with crispy wontons. Available with chicken wings or tofu - Tom Kha Gai – A comforting coconut soup with chicken, oyster mushrooms, galangal, makrut lime leaves, scallions, and cilantro - Pad Thai – Classic Thai stir-fried rice noodles with scallions, bean sprouts, egg, and crushed peanuts. Available with chicken or tofu - Duck Laab – Muscovy duck with Vietnamese coriander and fried chili - Black Cod Curry – Seared black cod in a spicy red curry with cauliflower, eggplant, cherry tomato, and basil - Vegan Massaman Curry – A flavorful plant-based curry option Dining Experience Paadee is known for its cozy atmosphere and attentive service. The food is flavorful and well-balanced, though some dishes can be spicy, so it's best to specify your heat preference. Hints: - Vegan & Gluten-Free Options: Paadee offers vegan-friendly dishes like vegan curry, noodles, and fried tofu - My wife’s favorites

L. G.

Delicious vegan and gluten-free food!

K Deadtom

First time in the new location which has a nice cozy vibe on the inside. The food is great for Vegans and people with Celiacs. There are a lot of gluten free options which is rare with dim sum. The bunny bao are cute and tasty and I kind of felt bad eating them. I enjoyed the chili wantons and the sesame cucumber.