In this post, I’m continuing with sharing the best gluten free restaurants in major cities! So, today I’m going over the most highly recommended gluten free restaurants Chicago edition!
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Want to avoid wheat in the Windy City? I’m going over the most highly recommended gluten free restaurants Chicago, Illinois! Including bakeries too, because we can’t forget those! So keep reading to find out the best GF restaurants so that you know where the best gluten free restaurants are on your next meal out!
Gluten Free Restaurants Chicago
Eating gluten-free is continuing to become more and more popular, with people realizing their intolerance and others who are just looking to make a change in their diet. Which, lucky for us – means more gluten free options at restaurants or even completely dedicated gluten free restaurants!
If you don’t already know, a gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease is when you cannot digest the protein found in wheat, barley, or rye, which damages part of the small intestine and can disrupt the absorption of nutrients. It differs from person to person but in general the symptoms are –
- Abdominal pain
- Anemia
- Anxiety
- Bloating or gas
- Brain fog, or trouble concentrating
- Depression
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Fatigue
When a product is labeled gluten-free, it typically means products free of wheat, rye and barley and their derivatives. However, the FDA allows food with gluten-free labels to contain less than 20 parts per million of gluten, which is the lowest that can be reliably detected in foods.
Gluten Free Restaurants
Gluten can be difficult to avoid at restaurants, gluten appears in most menus. Other than bread, pasta and baked goods, it appears in most soy sauce and many marinades and sauces, as well as through cross-contamination in kitchens. But avoiding this allergen, which was once practically impossible, has become somewhat easier in major cities like Chicago. Some of the city’s restaurants are separating cooking facilities and working hard to serve gluten-free dishes.
Here are some of the most recommended gluten-free restaurants and bakeries in Chicago that you can’t miss!
Mon Ami Gabi– a French Bistro that serves dinner, dessert, and Sunday Brunch. Their menu clearly states when an item is gluten free with options like Duck Leg Confit, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Filet Mignon, and more!
2300 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614 (773) 348-8886
NoodleBird– Formerly Fat Rice, this restaurant is open Wed-Sunday and has a ton of gluten free options on their menu. With options like Spicy Smokey Chicken Fried Rice to Wok Seared Pork.
2957 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 773) 754-4000
Summer House Santa Monica– A beach house inspired space with a California-inspired menu. Reportedly has a large offering of gluten-free options. Any sandwich or burger can be served on gluten-free bread, and gluten-free pancakes at brunch.
1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 773) 634-4100
Wheat’s End Cafe & Bakery– This menu is 100% gluten-free. They offer pancakes, cinnamon rolls, donuts, paninis, gyros, and more – all gluten free!
543 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614 (773) 770-3527
Bloom Plant Based Kitchen– All menu items are gluten free and plant based, serving food like Spring Dumplings, Banana Blossom Crabcakes, and Matcha Cheesecake!
Ema– A Mediterranean restaurant that offers a dedicated gluten free brunch, lunch, and dinner menu! With a ton of GF options like seafood, kababs, spreads served with gluten free crackers, and much more!
74 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5586
Brightwok Kitchen– Their restaurant is 100% Dairy, Peanut, Fish, Shellfish-Free, 99% Gluten-Free, and 95% Vegan. They serve hot bowls, sides, salads, and more!
21 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 583-0729
Gluten Free Pizza in Chicago
Obviously I can’t do a post about eating in Chicago without posting where to find gluten free pizza! So here are a few of the most recommended places to find GF pizza!
Chicago’s Pizza– Most of their menu can be prepared gluten free, even their deep dish and stuffed pizzas!
3114 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 477-2777
Homeslice– Gluten free crust is available for $3. See their whole menu here!
938 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (312) 789-4600
Giordano’s– Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu.
223 W Jackson Blvd Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 583-9400
Gluten Free Bakeries
Defloured: A Gluten Free Bakery– They have so many gluten free desserts, like whoopie pies, bunt cakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies, cupcakes, and seven layer bars! See for yourself on their online menu here!
Sugar Bliss– A regular bakery but with gluten free options!
122 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 845-9669
Ingrained– Rumor has it they have the best gluten free chocolate chip cookies!
108 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 248-2862
Betty Bot Shop– 100% Gluten Free & Vegan Bakery
7100 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649 (773) 495-4615
Okay, there you have it! Those are some of the most highly recommended gluten free restaurants and bakeries in Chicago! I tried to incorporate something for everyone and for every meal! I hope this will be helpful for you the next time you visit Chicago!
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