For those with celiac disease or any level of gluten intolerance, it can be tough to find restaurants serving dishes that are both safe to eat and delicious.
That’s why we created this guide to 11 of the best gluten-free restaurants Denver has to offer, ranging from those with a few gluten-friendly options to those with a 100% dedicated gluten-free kitchen.
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Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Central Denver
Vital Root
3915 Tennyson St., Denver
- Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Sunday
- Must-try dish: Cashew “Queso” Nachos
Part of employee-owned Denver restaurant group Edible Beats, Vital Root brings fresh, plant-based, and earth-friendly meals to the table. This restaurant focuses on sustainability and offers quite an impressive gluten-free menu. Looking through Vital Root’s menu, you’ll find that every dish — save the drink options — is labeled with a bright pink “GF.” Just about everything on the menu can be ordered 100% gluten-free or vegan by request. In fact, Vital Root received Gluten Free Approved certification in 2023, meaning it meets and upholds the standards of a celiac-safe environment. Vital Root’s staff is trained to follow specific kitchen procedures to prevent cross-contamination and keep all guests safe.
It’s important to note, however, that not everything on the menu comes gluten-free without modifications. Browse through the online menu before visiting to learn what to ask for. You can even see which items are safe for other allergies, too!
River and Roads Coffee
2539 Bruce Randolph Ave., Denver
- Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
- Must-try dish: Sausage Breakfast Sandwich
In Denver’s City Park Neighborhood, not only can you find the Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature and Science, but you’ll also find Rivers and Roads Coffee, a fully gluten-free cafe and roaster. For those with any level of gluten intolerance, finding the right treat in a pastry case can be a disheartening experience. Luckily, everything at Rivers and Roads is made from scratch in-house by someone who has experienced first-hand the struggles of adhering to a strict diet out of necessity.
Browse the online menu at Rivers and Roads and stop by to find out why its motto is “love above all else.”
Blue Hummingbird Gluten-Free Foods
2369 S. Trenton Way, Denver
- Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday
- Must-try dish: Donut holes
You might know Blue Hummingbird as Deby’s Gluten Free, Denver’s dedicated gluten-free shop and bakery. This establishment was created in 2005 by Doug and Monica Poole, whose entire family of five is either Celiac- or gluten-intolerant. At Blue Hummingbird Gluten-Free Foods, you can choose from over 275 gluten-free items — from breads, desserts, and sweets, to entire meals like enchiladas or chicken alfredo. You can even purchase a variety of gluten-free flours and mixes. The Pooles are dedicated to making it as easy as possible to live a gluten-free life in a gluten-free world, which is why Blue Hummingbird truly has it all.
You can order from Blue Hummingbird online or visit the store in person. Check out all this shop has to offer here.
Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in West Denver
Rheinlander
5721 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada
- Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Sunday
- Must-try dish: Baker’s Choice Cupcake Box (gluten-free/dairy-free, gluten-free/vegan, or gluten-free/sugar-free)
Rheinlander has been Arvada’s premier spot for European-inspired baked goods since 1963. With a wide selection of gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and vegan items, everyone who walks through the bakery’s doors will have the chance to treat themselves. Rheinlander has dedicated menus for its allergen- and vegan-friendly items, saving you the hassle and worry of deciding for yourself what is and isn’t safe to order!
It is important to note that Rheinlander is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, but offers a wide variety of items catered to those with allergies. Unsure what to get or want to order ahead of time? Browse the menu here!
Holidaily Brewing Co.
801 Brickyard Cir., Golden
- Hours: 2-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; noon-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday
- Must-try dish: Favorite Blonde
Karen Hertz is a craft beer enthusiast, but when she was required to adopt a gluten-free diet as part of melanoma and thyroid cancer treatment, she was limited in the beers she could access. That’s why she was compelled to find a solution for other beer enjoyers living with restrictive diets — and that solution was Holidaily Brewing Co. Holidaily is one of only 16 gluten-free certified and dedicated breweries in the U.S., and the only one that is woman-owned.
Order online, or visit the Golden Taproom to experience Holidaily’s mission to make every day like a holiday. Not only can you try its award-winning gluten-free beer, but every weekend, the taproom features gluten-free food trucks! Check the events page on Holidaily’s website to see when your favorite food trucks are stopping by and browse its menu of gluten-free beers.
Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Northwest Denver
Just BE Kitchen
2500 30th St., Suite 101, Boulder
- Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
- Must-try dish: French Toast Sliders
- Reservations: For parties of 10 or more, email catering@justbekitchen.com. No reservations for parties under 10.
At Just BE Kitchen, guests can do just that — be — without worrying about whether their meal will be safe to eat. To start, everything on the menu at Just BE Kitchen is free of gluten, grain, refined sugar, soy, corn, peanuts, legumes, and seed oils. For any allergens beyond those, the restaurant helps guests navigate its menu through its online Allergen Hub, featuring an interactive allergy guide and special protocol menus for those with diabetes, low histamine, and more. Boulder Weekly named it Best New Restaurant in 2024, and it received accolades for the Best Gluten Free Restaurant, Best Brunch/Lunch, Best Organic, and Best Burrito.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect all-day breakfast spot or just want a meal that will nourish your mind and body, stop by Just Be Kitchen.
While Just BE Kitchen has a booming Boulder location, you can also visit its location in downtown Denver — one of a handful of the 100% gluten-free restaurants Denver residents love.
Teocalli Cocina
103 N. Public Rd., Unit C, Lafayette
- Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday
- Must-try dish: Taco de Carne Asada
- Reservations: Reservations recommended — reserve a table here.
Teocalli Cocina is not only dedicated to serving 100% gluten-free dishes, but also to honoring Mexico’s culture, people, and cuisine. Julio Gaspar, the restaurant’s head chef, grew up cooking traditional Mexican meals with his family, the owners of a restaurant in Oaxaca. Teocalli Cocina focuses on the use of traditional Mexican adage corn in its dishes, emphasizing the ingredient’s significance in the country’s culture
Try the restaurant’s award-winning tacos with its made-from-scratch corn tortillas and end your dining experience with a homemade churro with mezcal crema. Browse the menu and plan your visit today!
Rocky Mountain Tap and Garden Craft Kitchen
1071 Courtesy Rd., Louisville
- Hours: 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday
- Must-try dish: Gluten-free pepperoni pizza
- Reservations: Reservations recommended — reserve a table here.
At Rocky Mountain Tap and Garden Craft Kitchen, not only can you request a gluten-free version of its regular menu items, but this restaurant serves the only made-from-scratch, dedicated gluten-free pizza in Colorado. Rocky Mountain Tap and Garden has a separate kitchen dedicated to serving delicious celiac-safe pizzas made with Caputo’s fioreglute gluten-free flour. Try traditional toppings like pepperoni or cheese, try out the fresh flavors of the gluten-free margherita pizza, or even build your own!
No time to dine in? Not a problem! Take a look at Rocky Mountain Tap and Garden’s online menu here.
Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Northeast Denver
Crestone Bakery
12037 N. Pecos St., Westminster
- Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
- Must-try dish: Tiramisu
Crestone Bakery is a 100% gluten-free facility committed to sustainability and offering the best gluten-free goods on the market. To craft its gluten-free baked items and ensure they hold together, the team at Crestone focuses on perfecting the grind of its flour. You can get anything from regular sandwich bread to dairy-free apple fritters and know that it’s high-quality and 100% celiac-safe.
Crestone co-founders (and husband-wife duo) Lori Gottschalk and Matt Romine wanted to create a gluten-free dining experience that wasn’t just safe, but truly enjoyable. When Romine was diagnosed with Celiac disease, he and his family had to completely change their diet. Through continuous experimentation, the pair found a way to continue making their favorite recipes that stayed true to the flavors they remembered.
You can stop by Crestone bakery every day of the week except Monday. Its menu is also available online.
Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Southeast Denver
West Main Taproom and Grill
18595 Mainstreet Suite 100, Parker
- Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. Sunday
- Must-try dish: Brisket Tacos
- Reservations: Reservations recommended — reserve a table here.
Located in the heart of Parker, West Main Taproom and Grill is a welcoming restaurant serving up delicious, locally sourced meals and craft beer. While not a dedicated gluten-free facility, this restaurant offers gluten-friendly options for many of its regular menu items, as well as several dishes that are already served gluten-free and clearly marked on its menu. Try its hand-breaded, gluten-free chicken tenders or any of its burgers on a gluten-free bun.
Stop by for the restaurant’s weekly Taco Tuesday for deals on a la carte tacos and margaritas, or from 3-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday for delectable happy hour deals!
Marco’s Coal-Fired Pizza
10111 Inverness Main St., Englewood
- Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Must-try dish: Jumbo Limoncello Chicken Wings
- Reservations: Reservations recommended — reserve a table here.
The team at Marco’s Coal-Fired Pizza takes cross-contamination prevention seriously. While not a 100% gluten-free restaurant, Marco’s website lists each precaution and step taken to safely serve fresh pizzas to those with strict dietary restrictions. The restaurant keeps separate equipment and toppings for its gluten-free pizzas and never prepares them in the same area or uses the same oven as those made with traditional flour. For its gluten-free pizzas, Marco’s uses Caputo fioreglut flour to craft a soft, chewy crust — guests are guaranteed a flavor that is almost identical to traditional pizza. You can even start your meal with an order of gluten-free chicken wings!
When Marco’s first opened over 15 years ago, it only served gluten-free pizza two days a week. Now, the restaurant supports its gluten-free following by serving safe options daily! Check out its menu online and stop by for authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas and more.