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22 Great Gluten-Free-Friendly Austin Restaurants

Pizza, pancakes, baked goods, and more, all without wheat

by Nadia Chaudhury and Erin Russell Updated Apr 11, 2022, 12:40pm CDT

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by Nadia Chaudhury and Erin Russell Updated Apr 11, 2022, 12:40pm CDT

Austin is an exceptionally friendly town for gluten-free diners. There are well-informed kitchens offering carefully marked menus, restaurants with completely separate lists of dishes, and places entirely dedicated to serving only gluten-free fare. Plus, any fine dining restaurant will happily adjust tasting menus, and the city's two signature cuisines — barbecue and Tex-Mex — tend to be low on wheat, though it's always important to check in about ingredients.

That said, there's a difference between being relegated to eating salad and bunless burgers and getting to enjoy food that's usually off-limits, and Austin’s gluten-free array is boundless with options ranging from pancakes at Kerbey Lane to Detroit-style pies from Via 313. This update includes North Austin’s Ichi Umi sushi and Dia’s Market.

As with all businesses right now, be sure to call ahead to make sure each restaurant is still open or if there are updates on current offerings and service models, as things are changing constantly. Be sure to wear a mask, tip well, and, if you’re ordering delivery, try to order directly from the restaurants themselves.

Health experts consider dining out to be a high-risk activity for the unvaccinated; it may pose a risk for the vaccinated, especially in areas with substantial COVID transmission. The latest CDC guidance is here; find a COVID-19 vaccination site here.

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Pie Jacked

The Round Rock bakery is all about baked goods without allergens (wheat, dairy, soy, eggs, tree nuts and peanuts, fish, and shellfish), which means it’s gluten-free friendly. There are pies filled with fruit (cherry, peach, apple), pumpkin, or chocolate; cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and bread. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person.

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1105 S Mays St, Round Rock, TX 78664

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Ichi Umi Sushi

This North Austin sushi spot has a detailed gluten-free menu, with options like the avocado roll and Wildflower roll with tuna, salmon, and mango. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor dine-in service.

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9503 Research Blvd #500, Austin, TX 78759

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Bartlett's

The American restaurant offers up a dedicated gluten-free menu with burgers, fries, sandwiches, meaty entrees, and desserts. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2408 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757

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Chinatown

Chinese can be a challenging cuisine for those avoiding gluten, but this longtime Austin restaurant is very conscientious about modifications. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor dine-in service.

3407 Greystone Dr, Austin, TX 78731

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Dia's Market

For solid sandwiches with gluten-free bread, check out this casual market by Highland. There are breakfast sandwiches like fried egg, bacon, and gruyere and lunch options like roast beef and havarti. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person. There are outdoor dining tables.

812 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757

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Picnik

The paleo-centric restaurant serves gluten-free baked goods, among other dishes. Check out the original food truck on South Lamar, too. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. The restaurant features indoor and outdoor dine-in services; the truck features outdoor dining tables.

4801 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756

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Zucchini Kill

The vegan gluten-free bakery bakes up doughnuts, brownies, and more without wheat proteins. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person.

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701 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751

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Vegan chocolate-covered strawberry cupcakes at Zucchini Kill Bakery

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Komé

Japanese restaurant Kome offers gluten-free soy sauce and careful labeling on its menu for a low-stress and enjoyable sushi outing. Kome is currently takeout-only with orders placed online.

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5301 Airport Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78751

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Kome’s new interior — Kome

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Kerbey Lane Café

Kerbey Lane Cafe serves up gluten-free pancakes so that no 8 a.m. or 9:30 p.m. craving will go unmet again. The restaurants are open for on-site dining services; takeout orders can be placed online.

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3704 Kerbey Ln, Austin, TX 78731

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Kerbey Lane Cafe’s pancakes

The Well

The menu at this sleek all-day cafe downtown is entirely gluten-free, offering tacos, avocado toast, and more hearty entrees at dinner. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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440 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

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Wilder Wood

While gluten-free bakery Wild Wood Bakehouse is no longer, Austin thankfully still has Wilder Wood, which is still dedicated to all things gluten-free, like the array of burgers, tacos, fried chicken, and chicken fried steak. Takeout orders can be placed over the phone. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1300 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

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Gluten-free chicken and waffles from Wilder Woods

Juliet Italian Kitchen

The Italian restaurant is considerate of those who need to do without gluten: many pastas can be made gluten-free, and there’s a second deep fryer dedicated to gluten-free dishes. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1500 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

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Pasta from Juliet

OMG Squee

Everything is gluten-free at this adorable bakery made famous by Queer Eye, from puffy cheesecakes to macarons to taiyaki. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person. There are outdoor dining tables.

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4607 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX 78702

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Via 313 Pizza

All locations of Via 313 (food trucks and restaurants) produce an incredibly tasty gluten-free version of that Detroit-style crust. It is thick and square-shaped exactly like its regular kind and avoids the cardboardy-ness of so many gluten-free pizzas. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are onsite dine-in services.

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96 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

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El Naranjo

El Naranjo's interior Mexican cuisine is almost entirely gluten-free, making it a great bet for those sick of picking and choosing from limited menu options. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

85 Rainey St., Austin, TX 78701

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Tacodeli

Tacodeli is a favorite of those with celiac, offering a dedicated area for reheating its corn tortillas without any cross-contamination. Nearly all of the menu is gluten-free as well. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. There are onsite dine-in services.

1500B Spyglass Dr, Austin, TX 78746

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Uchi

Despite the fact that Uchi focuses on soy sauce-heavy cuisine, the Japanese-inspired restaurant does an exceptionally good job catering to gluten-free diners. Many dishes can be modified and the servers are well-informed. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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The negihama at Uchi

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Odd Duck

Odd Duck offers special menus for all sorts of dietary restrictions, including those who can't have gluten. There's even a separate "celiac" menu for the very sensitive. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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Odd Duck

Intero

The East Austin Italian restaurant offers a dedicated gluten-free menu, full of risotto, meats, and vegetables. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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2612 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

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Thai Fresh

Thai Fresh clearly labels everything on its menu, and the adjacent cafe has one of the largest selections of gluten-free baked goods in the city. The restaurant also serves amazing gluten-free fried chicken and waffles during weekend brunch. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

909 W Mary St, Austin, TX 78704

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Mr. Natural

The vegetarian Mexican restaurant is very gluten-free friendly, with pastries, enchiladas, flautas, and more. Takeout orders can be placed online. There are on-site dine-in services.

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2414 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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Gluten-free bagel from Mr. Natural

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Teal House Coffee and Bakery

Some of the best cinnamon rolls in Austin also come in gluten-free at this coffee shop and bakery on South Congress. Takeout orders can be placed online. There are indoor and outdoor tables.

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2304 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

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Pie Jacked

1105 S Mays St, Round Rock, TX 78664

The Round Rock bakery is all about baked goods without allergens (wheat, dairy, soy, eggs, tree nuts and peanuts, fish, and shellfish), which means it’s gluten-free friendly. There are pies filled with fruit (cherry, peach, apple), pumpkin, or chocolate; cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and bread. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person.

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1105 S Mays St, Round Rock, TX 78664

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Ichi Umi Sushi

9503 Research Blvd #500, Austin, TX 78759

This North Austin sushi spot has a detailed gluten-free menu, with options like the avocado roll and Wildflower roll with tuna, salmon, and mango. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor dine-in service.

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9503 Research Blvd #500, Austin, TX 78759

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Bartlett's

2408 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757

The American restaurant offers up a dedicated gluten-free menu with burgers, fries, sandwiches, meaty entrees, and desserts. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2408 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757

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Chinatown

3407 Greystone Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Chinese can be a challenging cuisine for those avoiding gluten, but this longtime Austin restaurant is very conscientious about modifications. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor dine-in service.

3407 Greystone Dr, Austin, TX 78731

Dia's Market

812 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757

For solid sandwiches with gluten-free bread, check out this casual market by Highland. There are breakfast sandwiches like fried egg, bacon, and gruyere and lunch options like roast beef and havarti. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person. There are outdoor dining tables.

812 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757

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Picnik

4801 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756

The paleo-centric restaurant serves gluten-free baked goods, among other dishes. Check out the original food truck on South Lamar, too. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. The restaurant features indoor and outdoor dine-in services; the truck features outdoor dining tables.

4801 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756

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The paleo muffins at Picnik

Zucchini Kill

701 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751

The vegan gluten-free bakery bakes up doughnuts, brownies, and more without wheat proteins. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person.

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701 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751

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Vegan chocolate-covered strawberry cupcakes at Zucchini Kill Bakery

Komé

5301 Airport Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78751

Japanese restaurant Kome offers gluten-free soy sauce and careful labeling on its menu for a low-stress and enjoyable sushi outing. Kome is currently takeout-only with orders placed online.

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5301 Airport Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78751

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Kome’s new interior — Kome

Kerbey Lane Café

3704 Kerbey Ln, Austin, TX 78731

Kerbey Lane Cafe serves up gluten-free pancakes so that no 8 a.m. or 9:30 p.m. craving will go unmet again. The restaurants are open for on-site dining services; takeout orders can be placed online.

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3704 Kerbey Ln, Austin, TX 78731

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Kerbey Lane Cafe’s pancakes

The Well

440 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

The menu at this sleek all-day cafe downtown is entirely gluten-free, offering tacos, avocado toast, and more hearty entrees at dinner. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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440 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

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Wilder Wood

1300 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

While gluten-free bakery Wild Wood Bakehouse is no longer, Austin thankfully still has Wilder Wood, which is still dedicated to all things gluten-free, like the array of burgers, tacos, fried chicken, and chicken fried steak. Takeout orders can be placed over the phone. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1300 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

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Gluten-free chicken and waffles from Wilder Woods

Juliet Italian Kitchen

1500 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

The Italian restaurant is considerate of those who need to do without gluten: many pastas can be made gluten-free, and there’s a second deep fryer dedicated to gluten-free dishes. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1500 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

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Pasta from Juliet

OMG Squee

4607 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX 78702

Everything is gluten-free at this adorable bakery made famous by Queer Eye, from puffy cheesecakes to macarons to taiyaki. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person. There are outdoor dining tables.

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4607 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX 78702

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Various macarons from OMG Squee

Via 313 Pizza

96 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

All locations of Via 313 (food trucks and restaurants) produce an incredibly tasty gluten-free version of that Detroit-style crust. It is thick and square-shaped exactly like its regular kind and avoids the cardboardy-ness of so many gluten-free pizzas. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are onsite dine-in services.

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96 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

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El Naranjo

85 Rainey St., Austin, TX 78701

El Naranjo's interior Mexican cuisine is almost entirely gluten-free, making it a great bet for those sick of picking and choosing from limited menu options. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

85 Rainey St., Austin, TX 78701

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Tuna tostada from El Naranjo

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Tacodeli

1500B Spyglass Dr, Austin, TX 78746

Tacodeli is a favorite of those with celiac, offering a dedicated area for reheating its corn tortillas without any cross-contamination. Nearly all of the menu is gluten-free as well. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. There are onsite dine-in services.

1500B Spyglass Dr, Austin, TX 78746

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Tacodeli tacos in a red basket — Tacodeli tacos

Uchi

801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Despite the fact that Uchi focuses on soy sauce-heavy cuisine, the Japanese-inspired restaurant does an exceptionally good job catering to gluten-free diners. Many dishes can be modified and the servers are well-informed. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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The negihama at Uchi

Odd Duck

1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Odd Duck offers special menus for all sorts of dietary restrictions, including those who can't have gluten. There's even a separate "celiac" menu for the very sensitive. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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Odd Duck

Intero

2612 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

The East Austin Italian restaurant offers a dedicated gluten-free menu, full of risotto, meats, and vegetables. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

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2612 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

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A roasted carrot dish from Intero

Thai Fresh

909 W Mary St, Austin, TX 78704

Thai Fresh clearly labels everything on its menu, and the adjacent cafe has one of the largest selections of gluten-free baked goods in the city. The restaurant also serves amazing gluten-free fried chicken and waffles during weekend brunch. Takeout orders can be placed online. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

909 W Mary St, Austin, TX 78704

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Thai Fresh’s gluten-free fried chicken and waffles

Mr. Natural

2414 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

The vegetarian Mexican restaurant is very gluten-free friendly, with pastries, enchiladas, flautas, and more. Takeout orders can be placed online. There are on-site dine-in services.

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2414 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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Gluten-free bagel from Mr. Natural

Teal House Coffee and Bakery

2304 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Some of the best cinnamon rolls in Austin also come in gluten-free at this coffee shop and bakery on South Congress. Takeout orders can be placed online. There are indoor and outdoor tables.

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2304 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

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