If you're going gluten-free, sometimes it can take a little more research to be confident you can dine out in style without being restricted in flavour or chef creativity, even if you live in a huge city like New York.
Whether you want a gluten-free brunch to kick off the weekend, the run of a gluten-free tasting menu or simply to enjoy an authentic slice of Neapolitan gluten free pizza here's a selection of eateries, from informal dining to Michelin starred where you can be guaranteed some gluten-free fun in New York.
While not all of this selection are dedicated gluten-free restaurants, the menus can be confortably navigated to cater for people with gluten-free requirements.
Gluten Free Restaurants in New York City
Gluten-Free Brunch
Friedman's Restaurant, Various Locations
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This casual restaurant which first opened in Chelsea Market in 2009 now boasts five locations. There are plenty of gluten free choices on the menu for brunch timers, including the ever popular sell-out pastrami sandwich plus eggs any way you like them.
Rosemary's
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Executive Chef Wade Moises showcases the seasonal veg grown on the rooftop farm on his Italian menu - go for the "verdure" side of the menu and you'll miss the out on the gluten but not the flavour. See the brunch menu.
18 Greenwich Avenue NYC 10011
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Nix
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This Michelin starred vegetarian restaurant also offers a full-on vegan menu and several gluten-free options. Just let the staff know who is is especially sensitive to dietary restrictions.
72 University Pl, New York, NY 10003
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Hearth
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Chef and owner Marco Canora offers a healthy spread of choices on the menu for the gluten-intolerant at this buzzy Italian eatery in the East Village.
403 East 12th St at 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10009
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Cosme
Cobia al pastor, pineapple puree, cilantro
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Good news for those going gluten-free - Chef Enrique Olvera's exciting modern Mexican food served at Cosme lends itself naturally to being gluten-free, where corn is commonly used instead of wheat. Daniela Soto-Innes is the young chef in charge - meet her here.
35 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010
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Del Posto
Anxiously awaiting our next season, but celebrating what’s here now. ? . . . #menudevelopment
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Good news for pasta lovers - Del Posto offers a gluten-free version of every pasta they serve at Del Posto a vegan and gluten-free menu, "Il Menu della Terra."
85 Tenth Ave., nr. 16th St.
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Rubirosa
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This old-school style Little Italy pizzeria serves up a gluten-free menu for those needing their Italian food fix.
235 Mulberry St., New York, NY 10012
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