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CleanPlate · New York

Best Gluten-Free Fine Dining in New York

Fine dining restaurants often handle GF requests more carefully than casual spots — knowledgeable staff, separate prep areas, and willingness to modify dishes are common. But even high-end kitchens can slip on shared surfaces or unlabeled sauces. The restaurants below score at the top of CleanPlate's GF safety rankings, making them among the safest upscale dining options in the city.

25 Restaurants — Ranked by GF Safety
01
Sushi of Gari 46

Hell's Kitchen · Japanese

Clear gluten-free labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a solid choice for gluten-free sushi, with many menu items and even soy sauce now gluten-free.

96
02
Beauty & Essex

Lower East Side · American

Clear gluten-free labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with positive recent experiences and a dedicated fryer reported.

96
03
Sushi of Gari UWS (Gari Columbus)

Upper West Side · Japanese

Clear gluten-free labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a solid choice for gluten-free sushi, with many viable options and recent positive celiac reviews.

96
04
Ocean Prime

Midtown · American

Ocean Prime offers a clearly labeled menu with many gluten-free friendly options and consistently knowledgeable staff, earning strong praise from gluten-free diners for flexibility and safe handling.

95
05
Maya by Chef Richard Sandoval - NYC

Upper East Side · Mexican

Clear gluten-free labeling, a dedicated fryer for chips, and knowledgeable staff make Maya a standout for gluten-free diners; multiple celiac reviewers report safe and positive experiences.

95
06
COQODAQ

Flatiron · Korean

Nearly the entire menu is gluten-free, with dedicated fryer, clear staff protocols, and consistently excellent celiac-safe reviews. Noodle dishes are swapped for rice noodles when needed.

95
07
ilili NoMad

NoMad · Lebanese

Clear gluten-free labeling and many viable options, with staff consistently accommodating gluten-free needs and strong recent positive reviews. The fryer is not dedicated, so fried items are not safe for celiac diners.

94
08
The Four Horsemen

Williamsburg · New American

Staff is knowledgeable and a large portion of the menu can be made gluten-free, with clear accommodation and strong recent positive reviews from gluten-free diners.

94
09
Semma

West Village · Indian

Nearly the entire menu is naturally gluten-free and staff are knowledgeable, but dosa and parotta present a known cross-contact risk.

94
10
Peter Luger Steak House

Williamsburg · American

Staff are knowledgeable and several core menu items are gluten-free, with positive celiac experiences and a dedicated fryer for fries. Some sides require careful ordering, but most recent reviews report safe and enjoyable meals.

94
11
Osteria 57

West Village · Italian

Clear gluten-free labeling and housemade GF pasta and bread make this a strong choice, with staff generally knowledgeable and able to adapt dishes; avoid fried items due to shared fryer.

93
12
Essential by Christophe

Upper West Side · French

Clear gluten-free labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a strong option for gluten-free diners, with positive reports on menu flexibility and special gluten-free bread.

93
13
Orsay

Carnegie Hill · French

Menu features several marked gluten-free options and staff are generally knowledgeable, with recent reviews noting a positive and flexible experience.

92
14
Cecconi's NoMad

NoMad · Italian

Menu is clearly labeled for gluten-free options, with GF pasta and bread available and staff generally accommodating to gluten-free needs.

89
15
Bond 45 NY

Hell's Kitchen · Italian

Clear gluten-free labeling and knowledgeable staff make Bond 45 a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with several pasta and dessert options available. No dedicated fryer and some menu limitations for breakfast are the main caveats.

89
16
Buddakan

Chelsea · Chinese

Clear gluten-free labeling on select menu items and knowledgeable staff make Buddakan a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with several well-liked options and recent positive experiences.

88
17
Upland

Gramercy · New American

Well-marked allergen menu online, several adaptable salads and proteins, and positive gluten-free diner feedback, though fryer and bread are not gluten-free dedicated.

87
18
Crane Club

Chelsea · Italian

All pastas are available gluten-free and staff is reported knowledgeable, with one recent celiac reviewer noting the whole menu can be made GF and no symptoms experienced. Protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented, but flexibility and positive feedback stand out.

87
19
Salinas Restaurant

Chelsea · Spanish

Gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu and staff are knowledgeable, with several positive diner experiences and menu flexibility. Some risk of cross-contact with the fryer is noted.

84
20
Dahla

West Village · Thai

Several dishes are labeled gluten-free and recent diner sentiment is strongly positive, but full kitchen protocols and cross-contact handling are not fully documented.

84
21
SUSHI KATSUEI

West Village · Japanese

Staff are generally knowledgeable and accommodating for gluten-free diners, with separate plates and utensils provided for omakase and clear communication about safe items; however, isolated negative experiences highlight the need for clear communication when ordering.

83
22
Quality Bistro

Midtown · French

Many menu items can be made gluten-free, with a dedicated fryer and knowledgeable staff consistently praised by gluten-free diners. Menu lacks gluten-free labeling, so ordering requires staff guidance.

80
23
The Clocktower

Flatiron · British

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and several adaptable dishes make The Clocktower a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with positive diner experiences and staff able to accommodate requests.

79
24
Omakase Shihou - Upper West Side (Lunch Available)

Upper West Side · Japanese

Highly accommodating omakase with attentive staff, fresh fish, and consistently positive celiac-friendly reviews; most dishes are naturally gluten-free and substitutions are made when needed.

78
25
SHMONÉ

Greenwich Village · Israeli

Nearly the entire menu is gluten-free and staff demonstrate strong knowledge and care, making this a top choice for gluten-free diners seeking a high-end experience.

77