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Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Santa Cruz, San Francisco Bay Area

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1. Chocolate the Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(195)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Booked 4 times today
Now celebrating 25 years, Chocolate the Restaurant provides an attractive dining environment for couples on dates, friendly meetings, and special occasion meals. Dine outside on the heated garden patio. Celebrate special occasions with up to 25 guests in the private street-side party room. Maybe start with a Chocolate Martini or a Passion Fruit Margarita. Chef David Jackman's fresh baked pasta rosettes, slow-roasted meats, and delicious seasonal organic vegetable dishes are all a prelude to our many chocolaty desserts. Our wine list focuses on local and on Italian wines. Our cocktails are all made from scratch; often using locally distilled spirits, and always using fresh house-made mixers. We are at your service for dinner every night! Afternoon walk-up cafe' service Friday thru Sunday. . We are open for dinner every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
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2. la Posta
4.8
Exceptional(2532)
$$$$
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 25 times today
Select from a menu that features dishes composed of locally sourced ingredients as well as house-made pastas, naturally leavened breads and pizzas from our brick oven. Because we rely on the bounty of the Santa Cruz farming community, our menu changes frequently and features a wide array of specials. La Posta’s all-Italian wine list includes autochthonous varieties from small producers, by-the-glass and by the bottle. La Posta adheres to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch Program and is a certified City of Santa Cruz Green Business.We are so thankful for the incredible support from our customers and community. We will continue to adjust our service based upon best practices for keeping our staff and community safe.
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3. Suda
4.8
Exceptional(452)
$$$$
• American • Santa Cruz
Booked 12 times today
Pairing seasonal produce from local farmers with line caught fish and lean, hormone-free beef, the menu at Süda stays as fresh as the ingredients. With a variety of inventive dishes, including vegan and gluten free options, there is truly something for everyone.The atmosphere at the bar is lively, while booths offer diners a more intimate experience making Süda the perfect place for a casual meal with friends or a night out with someone special. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you can enjoy fresh food whenever your heart desires.
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4. Senza Italian Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(46)
$$$$
• Italian • Los Gatos
Booked 6 times today
Senza Italian Kitchen, formerly known as The Polenteria, proudly introduces a new name while continuing to serve the same exceptional dishes our guests know and love.Nestled in the heart of downtown Los Gatos, Senza offers elevated Italian cuisine that is entirely Celiac-safe.As a cozy, 22-seat restaurant with an intimate European charm, many of our guests say dining with us feels like being transported to Italy or France — and we absolutely love hearing that.Our chef, Adrian, formerly of The Polenteria, has long been recognized as a leader in the gluten-free movement. His passion for innovation and, more importantly, for creating a truly safe dining experience for those with Celiac disease continues to shape everything we do at Senza.Due to our limited seating, we kindly ask that any cancellations be made at least 24 hours in advance. As a small restaurant, no-shows significantly impact our operations, and we truly appreciate your understanding.
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5. The View Restaurant & Bar
4.0
Excellent(1401)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 23 times today
Set high on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade offers a unique dining experience. Indoor and outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the naturally beautiful scenery which compliments the contemporary California Cuisine. Whether it’s sustainable seafood or locally grown produce, The View emphasizes natural ingredients while providing four-diamond service. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks to help cover increases in labor costs and to support a higher minimum wage.***Please note that our kitchen closes from 1:30pm-2:00pm to prepare for dinner service. Our bar and restaurant remain open during that time, offering a fine selection of local wines, craft beers, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic refreshments to enjoy.
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6. Johnny's Harborside
4.3
Awesome(411)
$$$$
• Seafood • Santa Cruz
Booked 12 times today
Experience the best of the Santa Cruz Harbor at Johnny’s Harborside. Led by Chef Jeffrey Wall, our kitchen specializes in local, sustainably sourced seafood. We are located directly above the famous H&H Fresh Fish market in the heart of the Santa Cruz Harbor. This unique connection ensures our catch is as fresh as it gets, moving from the docks downstairs to our kitchen in a matter of minutes.Our menu features a rotating selection of daily fresh catch specials, alongside staples like our chili-fried calamari and famous blackened fish tacos. For those seeking something from the land, we serve high-quality steaks and the best burgers in Santa Cruz.Our dining room offers sweeping views of the water and the iconic lighthouse. Whether you are watching the sailboats at sunset or enjoying a sunny afternoon on the coast, the atmosphere is quintessentially Santa Cruz: casual, authentic, and always welcoming. Join us for legendary Taco Tuesdays and a lively happy hour at our full bar.
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7. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
4.7
Exceptional(2316)
$$$$
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 21 times today
An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more and special events we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $40 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. We will hold your table for 10 minutes. Parking is all street parking, walking or Uber is recommended.*We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.
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8. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2255)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Soquel
Booked 25 times today
Cafe Cruz is a popular and lively local restaurant. We offer casual/fine dining with a full bar, indoor and heated patio dining. Guests enjoy watching the "magic" created in our open copper-backed kitchen each night by our talented team of chefs. Notable features include many locally sourced foods, nightly sustainable seafood specials, and many creative salad and vegetable options. Our innovative pastas and sandwiches are always a hit. Spit-Roasted meats are featured each night, cooked on a french Rotisol rotisserie. The lush garden room can seat larger parties of up to 35. Guests enjoy our warm friendly service, our many seating options, and exceptionally delicious food.
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9. Woodstock's Pizza - Santa Cruz
4.6
Exceptional(34)
$$$$
• Pizzeria • Santa Cruz
Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Santa Cruz. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread. Woodstock's offers a fast casual dining experience with counter ordering and delivery to your table.Bring your friends for award-winning pies, sides and suds. Your choices are endlessly customizable; we have options for most dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-intolerant. Try our signature wheat crust and exclusive extra zesty sauce, and watch us load on the freshest, highest-quality toppings. Woodstock's has 16 taps serving some of the most innovative craft beers, along with a selection of bottled beers and wines. We specialize in groups of all sizes, with flexible seating and a pet-friendly heated patio. Join the fun at our weekly Trivia and Pint Nights. We're open from lunch to late night, and we deliver throughout Santa Cruz. We accept reservations f
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10. Zelda's on the Beach
4.0
Excellent(604)
$$$$
• Californian • Capitola
Booked 10 times today
Zelda’s restaurant is in the heart of Capitola Village. We are located on the beach with spectacular views of the Monterey Bay and Capitola Wharf.Zelda’s Restaurant has been serving local customers as well as others from all over the world for the past thirty years. We offer indoor and outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where you can literally reach and touch the warm sand of Capitola Beach.

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  • OzgeGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Second visit in one week — and once again, everything was absolutely fantastic. From the warm welcome to the food, service, and overall atmosphere, La Posta continues to be one of our favorite spots. Thank you again for such a lovely experience — we’ll definitely keep coming back.
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    la Posta$$$$• Italian• Santa Cruz
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    4.8
  • EddieGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •74 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    5/29/26 Friday. Weekly dinner - miniloaf, fettuccine with pesto, chicken pie, chocolate ecstasy sundae, tiramisu, Victoria hot chocolate
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    Chocolate the Restaurant$$$$• Californian• Santa Cruz
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    4.4
  • AnitaGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food and service were very good! Happy we decided to try this delightful restaurant.
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    Senza Italian Kitchen$$$$• Italian• Los Gatos
    •
    4.8
  • NatalieGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The service is great, the drinks are so good and the food is delicious. It’s refreshing to find a place that can cater to families while still keeping the quality of cocktails and food, for a reasonable price!
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    Suda$$$$• American• Santa Cruz
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    4.8
  • TiffanyGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on May 22, 2025
    Overall, we had a great experience. Our waiter was particularly nice and gave great service. It was a really busy night, so it was pretty loud. The pizza is good, it’s definitely hearty. I wouldn’t order their Caesar salad again. It was very plain and didn’t taste so good. 
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    Woodstock's Pizza - Santa Cruz$$$$• Pizzeria• Santa Cruz
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    4.6

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