“Gluten” has become a bit of a buzzword in the past several years, but more importantly restaurants are realizing the importance of catering to their customers who actually can’t eat it. Whether you’re affected by celiac disease, gluten intolerant, or just looking for a lifestyle change that doesn’t include the G-word, these Western New York restaurants have some of the best gluten-free options around.
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Northtowns:
Anderson’s Frozen Custard
Multiple Locations / More Info
Anderson’s is very accommodating of their patrons’ dietary needs. As far as gluten free options, they offer gluten free ice creams, soups, rolls, and more.
Break’n Eggs
Their batter is made from buckwheat flour which makes it enjoyable for people who have a gluten allergy or intolerance.
Brian’s Best Gluten Free
247 Cayuga Rd Cheektowaga / More Info
It’s in the name people. This is a must-try place for aaaaall the yummy gluten-free bread options. Pick up some bread, muffins, bagels, and everything in between then bring it home and have a bomb g-free dinner with the fam or eat it all on the way home…yolo.
Britesmith Brewing
5611 Main St Williamsville / More Info
Their gluten-free options aren’t listed on their website, however, you can call ahead to ask for the special menu and options! They typically have vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
Fresh Catch Poke
5933 Main St Williamsville / More Info
Bowls are carefully made with specifically gluten-free bowls listed on the menu.
Kith & Kin Bakeshop & Bistro
5850 S Transit Rd Lockport / More Info
This place is 100% GF making it a total winner when it comes to gluten free places.
New York Beer Project
6933 S Transit Rd Lockport / More Info
Gluten-free dough and rolls available.
Pizza Plant Williamsville
7770 Transit Rd Williamsville / More Info
More delish gluten-free pizzas?! Yes please. Pizza Plant also has gluten free chicken fingers made with their own proprietary blend of Gluten Free flour. You can try all their gluten free pizzas and fingers at their Transit and Canalside locations, or you can purchase their gluten free flour to take home <3
Share Kitchen & Bar Room
5590 Main St Williamsville / More Info
Share is focused on high-level service and providing a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy the company of others. The chef here is very careful when it comes to dietary needs and can customize the meals to fit gluten free restrictions.
South Transit BBQ & Grill
6703 South Transit Road Lockport / More Info
The menu here is labeled with “GF” on items that are or can be prepared gluten free. From soups to full on brisket meals, there are tons of gluten free options to choose from.
Wok & Roll
5467 Sheridan Drive Williamsville / More Info
Gluten-free Chinese anyone? Everyone craves it every once in a while or all the time…it’s fine. At Wok & Roll they’re very accommodating to gluten-free guests, with tons of g-free options including the ever-so-yummy lettuce wraps instead of won-ton wraps. #winning
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Buffalo:
Allen Burger Venture
175 Allen St Allentown / More Info
Gluten free buns that are described by customers as light and didn’t fall apart. They also serve GF beer (Glutenberg IPA and Glutenberg Blonde) and have a separate fryer for their fries and tater tots.
Bacchus Wine Bar
56 W Chippewa St Downtown / More Info
Another place to enjoy when you’re feeling a little bit classier, Bacchus has place has a savory menu with items being offered on small or big plates depending on your appetite.
Betty’s
370 Virginia St Allentown / More Info
Betty’s menu is labeled clearly with items that are gluten free or can be made gluten free with so many options to choose from!
Brick Oven Bistro
904 Abbott Rd South Buffalo / More Info
One word – ~pizza~. Brick Oven makes pizzas loaded with mouth watering toppings and cooked in a brick oven duh, and *any* of their pizzas are available with gluten free dough!(!!)
Coco
888 Main St Downtown / More Info
For the Italian lovers, Coco offers gluten free pizzas and pastas.
Dinosaur BBQ
301 Franklin Street Downtown / More Info
Okay these guys get 5 gold stars: they have a whole entire gluten-free menu. When you go, simply ask for the special menu and watch as all of your glutenless BBQ dreams come true.
Fat Bob’s Smokehouse
41 Virginia Place Downtown / More Info
All of their meats and many of their sides can be customized to be gluten free, just let your server know of any dietary restrictions.
Fresh Catch Poke and The Galley Lounge
305 Franklin St Downtown / More Info
Bowls are carefully made with specifically gluten-free bowls listed on the menu.
Lockhouse Distillery
41 Columbia St Downtown / More Info
Gluten-free vodka. This is very important information for you to know.
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Osteria 166
166 Franklin St Downtown / More Info
This place offers super yummy Italian cuisine that can easily make any of their pasta, sandwiches, or pizzas gluten free. AKA you get to enjoy the whole friggen menu. Wahoooo!
Patina 250
250 Delaware Ave Downtown / More Info
Looking for something a little more fancy? Patina has is a great option with an amazing courtyard. Some of their menu is already made-to-order as gluten-free, definitely put this on your date night bucket list!
Pizza Plant Italian Pub (Canalside)
125 Main St Canalside / More Info
Theres a Pizza Plant right in the heart of downtown for all you looking for a great pizza made with gluten-free crust.
Ristorante Lombardo
1198 Hertel Ave North Buffalo / More Info
With a dedicated gluten-free dinner menu, Ristorante Lombardo has a little something for everyone.
Roost
1502 Niagara St Downtown / More Info
With a menu that’s always changing with the seasons, Roost makes sure to constantly keep up their A game. PSA: Their menu is so good that you’ll probably drool just reading it. They place a ‘GF’ next to all of the options on their menu so it’s easy for you to decipher which meals are on the gluten-free list.
Spot Coffee
multiple locations / More Info
They have gluten-free pizza, wraps, and panini options.
Toutant
427 Ellicott St Downtown / More Info
With just about everything on their menu made from scratch, our friends over at Toutant are more than willing to comply with gluten-free requests for almost the whole menu. Yassss!
Vin-Chet Bakery
2178 Kensington Ave North Buffalo / More Info
This bakery is a full on gluten-free bakery. They specialize in ONLY gluten-free treats, from cupcakes to cakes to brownies to pudding. There will for sure be something on their list to satisfy that sweet tooth of yours, we guarantee it.
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Southtowns:
Curly’s
647 Ridge Rd Lackawanna / More Info
Curly’s has a super gluten-friendly menu with all the items that accommodate your needs specifically labeled.
Fat Bob’s at 42 North Brewing
25 Pine St East Aurora / More Info
All of their meats and many of their sides can be customized to be gluten free, just let your server know of any dietary restrictions.
Ilio DiPaolo’s
3785 South Park Ave Blasdell / More Info
Offering a completely separate gluten-free menu, Ilio DiPaolo’s wants to make sure regardless of your dietary needs, you can enjoy some authentic Italian cuisine.
Juicy Burger
1 Buffalo St Hamburg / More Info
Let’s be real, there comes a time when everyone is just craving a big, juicy burger. Well here ya go! Juicy is another great place with a super awesome menu where almost all options can be enjoyed with a gluten-free bun.
Lago 210
4038 Hoover Rd Hamburg / More Info
With waterfront views, Lago 210 offers a fine dinning experience with fresh ingredients in all of their menu items. The menu can be customized to be completely gluten free.
Poppyseed Restaurant
3620 Mckinley Pkwy Orchard Park / More Info
The Poppyseed Restaurant features the. most. delicious salads with homemade dressings, soups, sandwiches, and pasta – which are all available to be switched out for gluten free options. We literally LOVE the Poppyseed, 11/10.
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This post was originally published in 2018 and has been updated.