Top 42 Gluten-Free Vegetarian Havens to Explore in Asheville

Brandon Goings

Absolutely the best for those with Celiac disease!!

Catherine LaChance

This is by far one of the BEST Italian restaurants I have ever been to! My friends and I were visiting Asheville from Charlotte and stopped in for takeout after coming across Strada on my Find Me Gluten Free app. I have never been to an Italian restaurant that was as accommodating for dietary restrictions as Strada. Just walking in, I knew this place would be great. The staff who greeted us were extremely friendly and professional. They made us feel welcome and cared for. They went out of their way to make sure our orders were correct. I ordered the spaghetti and meatballs and was so excited to find out that not only do they offer gluten free pasta, but they offer rice-based gluten free pasta! A lot of places only offer corn-based gluten free pasta and that doesn't taste as good as rice and it's harsher on my stomach. This pasta tasted amazing! The gluten free pasta didn't even cost much extra which was AMAZING because I went to another restaurant in Asheville that charged me an additional $5 just for a side of carrots as I couldn't eat any of their other sides. Strada also has a lovely set up with a gorgeous bar and lounge area. The next time I am in Asheville, I definitely want to eat here!

itsme again

We were told to visit Old Europe Pastries because they have gluten-free options. Indeed, they do! The carrot cake is outstanding. We also got what I'll call a lemon bundt cake (which I can't remember the exact name, sorry), which was excellent. We'll definitely go back!

Marie Schwirten

Amazing gluten free baked goods, multiple options!

Phoebe Isaacs

Every single time we come to Asheville, I eat the Chicken and waffles at Early Girl. It's phenomenal. (and Celiac safe!) They have tons of other options, too. Laid back casual diner with delicious, unique brunch fare. Worth the wait, if you catch it during the busy season!

Barbara Gulten

We had salads and pizzas delivered for our large group one night. They were fast and efficient. Salads were fresh and delicious (Greek salad). The pizzas satisfied our cravings and went perfectly with the wine we had at home. Solid crust and ingredients. We had a guest that was gluten free and she was able to pick her option and enjoy a great pizza alongside everybody.

Ryan McDonald

I love this place. I've been here a few times and I like it more the more I visit. The food options are numerous for me (Gluten allergy) and I'm all about organic foods. They are also very conscious of allergies and accommodate accordingly. The staff is friendly and playful, too! They clearly care about the principles of this place. And atmosphere is nothing special, but gets the job done. 5 stars for sustainability though, with their steel cutlery and plates. Come check it out! Totally worth it.

Allison Battle

They have great gluten free and vegan options. Servers were very helpful when I forgot to order gluten free bun. Deviled eggs were a little spicy, which we enjoyed. Onion rings were yummy. Overall it is a good local burger place.

Lauren Brill

We love this place so much! Everything we have tried has been so good, and we have tried almost everything on their menu.

Stephanie DuVall

Our waitress was Kate and she was fantastic! She recommended the fried chicken which we got in two different dishes and it was delicious (and gluten free). The Biscuit French was absolutely amazing - sweet, soft, and topped with homemade whipped cream. Best meal we had in Asheville (actually by a long shot).

Tesha Gulati

Great gluten free and vegetarian options

Teresa Mohr

I got a gluten-free biscuit and ham sandwich. The biscuit was wonderful, but my ham was very fatty. My daughters got the biscuit and gravy and really enjoyed it.

Anita M. Purganan

So many GF options and I’ve never had any issues. Great food for all!!

Lyndsey Harrington

We had a great dinner at Addissae tonight. We ordered the vegetarian platter for two and everything was delicious. The staff were gracious and we had the pleasure of chatting with the owner after dinner. I was really pleased to learn their injeera was gluten-free, as well, since many restaurants use wheat blends. We’ll be back often!

Mike Scofield

We stopped in for an early dinner tonight. It was our first time at Nine Mile and needless to say, it was amazing. We brought some family from out of town, some with dietary restrictions, and they had plenty of options for gluten free/dairy free meals. I had the Kingston 12 (not pictured) and would highly recommend it! We will definitely be back!

Khary Williams

This place is amazing so many vegan options and everything is Gluten-free!! The atmosphere is one of a kind!!

Amber Easterling

Had a wonderful brunch at Chestnut! The pimento cheese tater tots were amazing! I can’t wait to go back for dinner and try the fried green tomatoes! All gluten-free items are noted on the menu. The servers are very helpful if you have any questions!

Stephanie L

Always great food and service here. As a celiac, I appreciate the car and attention the team show to label my food and offer me substitutions for the items I cannot eat. Love the southern scramble and biscuit. A thank you to Joey for taking care of me today, and the sisters who often look after me at this location

Sweet Snail Nails

Rosetta's has always been a classic Asheville community staple! Rosetta herself is one of the kindest human beings I've encountered and her and her business do so much for our community and the people in it. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and sliding scale options- something for everyone.

Rachael Janson

Honestly, if you don't need gluten free then the food tastes good. But gluten sensitive and celiac please stay away. I got gluten and so so sick. The dish I had ordered was naturally "gluten free" and dairy free. Marked on the menu. The waitress seemed to acknowledge and act like they would be careful. Unfortunately, cross contamination happens here.

Kristen K

We love this pizza place! I always do the build your own pizzas, and every combination I've tried has been delicious. Great for those on a special diet too – their website is really detailed on all allergen info for all toppings and they are very careful about handling gluten-free pizzas. I usually order ahead on their app to save time.

Jordan Glover

We had the best meal and waitress today! Sooo much better than our Knoxville experience. Our server was very knowledgeable of our gluten free and dairy free options! Holly was truly amazing!!

Ian O'Shaughnessy

Potatoes were amazing! Food was great and they were so accommodating to my celiac 20/10

Olivia H.

Our lunch was delicious! The restaurant and city are recovering from the hurricane, so the menu was limited, but very tasty! We had delicious salad, sweet potato fries, the soup of the day, and a BLT wrap with slaw. The salad and fries were our favorites. Great gluten free options, and a nice cafe location with patio. The staff did a great job despite the challenges they are facing. Thank you Green Sage!!! We appreciate your service and delicious food for those with allergies and dietary restrictions 😊

MaryAnn Barnes

This is a great place!! We enjoyed our delicious burgers & fries at the huge outdoor seating area with our 2 dogs. Their gluten free bun was pretty good too. We then shared a piece of their gluten free carrot cake and OMG!!! We'll definitely be back!

Андрей Соколов

This was the worst dining experience I’ve ever had. I had a misunderstanding with the waiter, but the way they handled it was beyond unacceptable. I specifically mentioned that I’m gluten-free, but they still brought me soup with gluten noodles. I assumed they would substitute it with rice noodles, as that’s a common practice in most decent restaurants. When the soup arrived, I politely informed the waiter that I couldn’t eat gluten and wouldn’t eat the soup, as I hadn’t even touched it. I asked for a replacement, but instead of accommodating my dietary restriction, the waiter rudely responded, “That’s your problem, you have to pay for the soup,” and then walked away without offering any solutions. The service was absolutely horrendous. They didn’t care about my dietary needs or the mistake they made. The staff here clearly doesn’t care about their customers at all. If you have any dietary restrictions, be prepared to be treated like it’s your fault. You’ll be forced to pay for food you can’t eat, and they’ll just shrug and tell you it’s not their problem before walking away. I will NEVER come back to this restaurant again. Avoid this place at all costs if you value basic respect and decent service.

Jax Hammond

Love love LOVE Gemelli! They have SO MANY gluten free, vegan options!! Even GF chicken parmesan! Are you kidding me!??? Oh and my friend died and went to Canolli heaven! GET THE CANOLLI! This restaurant is hidden away in the West Asheville shopping plaza next to Earthfare (Westgate) so it's not right downtown (although it could hold its own downtown) I highly recommend this chill airy laid back bright and shiny spot! It is the perfect place to bring visiting friends and family for brunch, late lunch whatever. Oh and they have a beautiful full bar!!

April Flowers

Delicious!! We got a regular pie and a gluten free pie. Both were so good! We are from NY, and this is the closest pizza we’ve had that taste like New York pizza!!

Carrie Dunn

Fantastic crepes. Gluten-free crepe was amazing. Fresh and fast!

Michelle Brooks

Such an awesome place for breakfast or lunch! Great food, cute place, and friendly service. They have vegan and gluten free options and are able to answer questions about ingredients. I had the Running Man with gluten free wrap and an iced chai with almond milk - both were super yummy!

Michelle Jackson

They told me that they had celiac protocol and the food was delicious, the waitress showed me how they put it in on the receipt to reassure me and many people there I heard were asking about gluten-free as well. They said they have many people with celiac come through to eat there.

Sunny C

Absolutely loved the buffet so many options if you are a vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free. The ambiance is so cozy and service was on point. Loved the watermelon juice it’s at the bar.

Ashly Ulrich

Excellent! This was my first visit to Tupelo Honey, but so many people have told me how delicious their food is - and boy were they right! They have a great selection of menu items with plenty of choices for people who are gluten free. They also have delicious mocktails and a substantial bar menu. We went for brunch on New Year's Day, so it was probably more busy than it would typically be - but we only had to wait a short time before getting a table and enjoying our brunch.

Amber Easterling

A great lunch spot while visiting Biltmore Estate. GF items are marked. They don’t have a dedicated fryer for fries at this restaurant. The GF buns are homemade and are so delicious!!

Billie McDowell

Best gluten free pancakes around. The burger is the healthiest burger you'll ever eat in the best way possible. Always love coming here whenever I come to town. The gluten free pastries and desserts are incredible.

Dawn Holland

I bought a gluten free peach pie that was recommended to me by the staff, and it was tasteless and disappointing to serve to my guests.

Darlene Lovely

This is my go-to place in Asheville! Everything is gluten-free, which is amazing. I initially came for the tea, but ended up staying for the delicious food. The atmosphere is incredibly fun, you simply can't visit Asheville without stopping by!

Jennifer Lane Photography

I absolutely love this drive-through coffee shop! Friendly staff, an assortment of gluten-free/dairy free pastries, delicious house made syrups, and most importantly, amazing coffee! The convenience of drive through is amazing too!

Dan Hooker

Had the Harvest bowl with chicken and enjoyed it. It actually filled me up. One of my daughters had the honey Sriracha Burger thought it was a little spicy as a 13 year old I took a bite and I thought it was great. Wife had grilled chicken sandwich thought it was good. Another had the avocado sandwich but said it needed some protein in it. They did offer gluten-free bread for sandwiches!

Stephen Hamby

They provided food for my sister's wedding reception. Food tasted great and met several dietary restrictions, and everything was marked clearly so there were no problems. Some of the best vegan and gluten free BBQ around. I will definitely eat at this place when I'm in the area again.

Alieona Riley

Excellent quality food, my body always feels great after eating here. My partner and I are totally hooked. Everything we tried satisfies! We’re vegan GF so we’ve been getting the burgers on their sourdough and it doesn’t hurt my belly at all! I am highly sensitive to gluten. I do wish the would get gf vegan buns though. It’s also in a cute little location with shaded seating outside. Super grateful for an organic option in Asheville!! (Some of the other vegan spots in town, while tasty leave me feeling like poop because of bad oils and inorganic ingredients. ) if you want comfort food that leaves you feeling good, go to Zen Burger !!

charlotte moon

Pre-ordered for a work meeting and everything was hot and ready on time. People liked the Cheesesteaks including those who had the vegan option. Also pleased they have gluten-free rolls for the people who needed that. William at the counter was very helpful in making sure the special requests were correct. The only thing missing was a stack of paper napkins with the large pick up order. Would definitely go again.

Christopher Lupo

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