Gluten-Free Dining

Wilmington, North Carolina 

Remember it is possible that ingredient changes and/or substitutions may occur due to the differences in regional suppliers, recipe revisions, prep techniques and even new chefs/employees. It is important that you not only call ahead to make sure they can handle your allergies but also consult with the restaurant manager prior to placing an order to ensure that you have the most accurate and current information. Also remember to ask about cross contamination, shared fryers & works spaces etc., as many restaurants that have gluten-free/allergy dining guides do not have an exclusive gluten-free station and will not guarantee that there will be no cross contamination. Check, double check and check again. Don't worry about being a pain in the restaurant's butt, it's better to be safe than sorry. Trust me, I've learned the hard way.

Wayfarer Delicatessen - has gluten-free bread for their sandwiches and many vegan options


Our Crepes and More - now serving gluten-free crepes!!

Mama Fu's - gluten-free menu guide

Manna - gluten-free knowledgeable and friendly  

Thai Bistro - All the items on their menu with a red asterisk can be made gluten free

McAlister's Deli - gluten-free menu

Marc's on Market - chef is knowledgeable about the gluten free diet and happy to guide you through their menu 

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza - offers gluten-free pizza with a vegan cheese option.

Cameo 1900 - has a gluten-FRIENDLY menu. Staff is well trained but cross contamination may be a problem even with their careful attention.

Coastal Cupcakes - offers gluten-free cupcakes about once every month or two and upon special order

Bento Box Sushi - has gluten-free soy wraps for specialty rolls and gluten-free soy sauce

Lovey's Cafe - gluten-free options for most menu items and at the salad bar

The Eat Spot - gluten-free bread available for sandwiches

Osteria Cicchetti - offers gluten-free pasta

Nicola's - offers gluten-free pasta

Hot Pink Cake Stand - gluten-free cupcakes available every Saturday and by special order, vegan cupcakes available every day. Sometimes the selections available are both gluten-free and vegan and they can do different dairy substitutes on special orders.

Outback Steakhouse - gluten-free menu, gluten-free beer and a gluten-free brownie dessert!

Circa 1922 - the chef is knowledgeable and always happy to cook for people with allergies

Bonefish Grill - gluten-free menu available

Carrabba's Italian Grill - gluten-free menu available (although the food is good, everything is sans gluten. If you want gluten-free pasta, go to Osteria Cicchetti or Nicola's for Italian)

Mellow Mushroom - serves gluten-free pizza, gluten-free hard cider and a selection of gluten-free beers

Incredible Pizza (Eastwood Rd) - serves gluten-free pizza with a dairy-free option 

Mixto - although they do not offer a gluten-free menu, the chef is very knowledgeable and more than happy to help people suffering from all food allergies

The Melting Pot - has a gluten-free menu 

South 'n France - offer delectable gluten-free bon bons in Cafe au Lait (coffee flavor and my personal favorite), Peanut Buttah, Pistachio and Coconut

Chili's - has a gluten-free menu

Olive Garden - offers a gluten-free menu and gluten free pasta

Ruby Tuesday - has an allergen sensitivity guide for their menu with gluten-free, dairy-free options and sections for those with egg, fish, shellfish, msg, peanut and tree nut allergies

Macaroni Grill - has a gluten-free menu. They do not offer gluten-free pasta but will cook it for you if you bring your own.

The Fuzzy Peach - all of their yogurts are completely gluten-free with the exception of their Cookies and Cream, Cake Batter and Red Velvet flavors. They also have a dairy free option. Two locations in Wilmington. 

****Indochine - had a gluten-free menu and quite a few naturally gf dishes but their staff was not properly trained and they had cross contamination issues.  Several people with celiac disease reported getting sick. *****

Carolina Beach, North Carolina

Uncle Vinny's - gluten free pizza and pasta