Best Gluten-Free Restaurants
in Russian Hill

Italian

FINO is highly regarded for its house-made gluten-free pasta, knowledgeable staff, and strong track record of safe, enjoyable gluten-free dining experiences.

FINO is highly regarded for its house-made gluten-free pasta, knowledgeable staff, and strong track record of safe, enjoyable gluten-free dining experiences.

Italian

Excellent gluten-free experience with clear menu labeling, dedicated pizza oven and pasta pot, and highly knowledgeable staff; consistently positive reviews from celiac diners.

Excellent gluten-free experience with clear menu labeling, dedicated pizza oven and pasta pot, and highly knowledgeable staff; consistently positive reviews from celiac diners.

Hawaiian/Asian Fusion

Menu is predominantly gluten-free by nature with explicit celiac-friendly protocols and dedicated fryer, earning consistently strong praise from gluten-free diners.

Menu is predominantly gluten-free by nature with explicit celiac-friendly protocols and dedicated fryer, earning consistently strong praise from gluten-free diners.

Brazilian

Many menu items are naturally gluten-free and clearly labeled, with staff showing strong familiarity and recent reviews consistently positive about gluten-free options. Some items (notably pastries) may carry higher cross-contact risk, but most hot food is prepared with care.

Many menu items are naturally gluten-free and clearly labeled, with staff showing strong familiarity and recent reviews consistently positive about gluten-free options. Some items (notably pastries) may carry higher cross-contact risk, but most hot food is prepared with care.

Burgers/American

Dedicated gluten-free fryer, clear menu labeling, and knowledgeable staff make this a top choice for gluten-free burgers and fries; consistently positive celiac reviews highlight safe options and strong protocols.

Dedicated gluten-free fryer, clear menu labeling, and knowledgeable staff make this a top choice for gluten-free burgers and fries; consistently positive celiac reviews highlight safe options and strong protocols.

Modern Asian

Clear gluten-free labeling and a variety of well-liked GF options, with staff frequently described as knowledgeable and attentive to gluten-free needs. Protocols are not fully documented, but recent reviews from celiac diners are consistently positive.

Clear gluten-free labeling and a variety of well-liked GF options, with staff frequently described as knowledgeable and attentive to gluten-free needs. Protocols are not fully documented, but recent reviews from celiac diners are consistently positive.

Italian

Gluten-free pasta is available for most dishes, with staff showing strong knowledge and recent reviews noting careful handling and positive experiences.

Gluten-free pasta is available for most dishes, with staff showing strong knowledge and recent reviews noting careful handling and positive experiences.

Japanese, Sushi

Separate gluten-free menu, knowledgeable staff, and many positive celiac reviews make this a strong choice for gluten-free sushi in SF. Some reviews note occasional cross-contact concerns with shared prep surfaces for tempura and rolls.

Separate gluten-free menu, knowledgeable staff, and many positive celiac reviews make this a strong choice for gluten-free sushi in SF. Some reviews note occasional cross-contact concerns with shared prep surfaces for tempura and rolls.

Japanese

Staff are knowledgeable and offer a separate gluten-free menu on request, with tamari and several safe sushi options; recent reviews from celiacs are consistently positive.

Staff are knowledgeable and offer a separate gluten-free menu on request, with tamari and several safe sushi options; recent reviews from celiacs are consistently positive.

Mediterranean, Tapas, Seafood

Staff are accommodating and menu items are clearly marked gluten-free, with positive feedback from a recent celiac diner.

Staff are accommodating and menu items are clearly marked gluten-free, with positive feedback from a recent celiac diner.

Italian

Gluten-free pasta is highly rated, with clear menu labeling and staff using a dedicated pasta pot; most recent reviews are strongly positive.

Gluten-free pasta is highly rated, with clear menu labeling and staff using a dedicated pasta pot; most recent reviews are strongly positive.

Pizza/Italian

Excellent gluten-free option with a dedicated oven, knowledgeable staff, and consistently positive reviews from celiac diners. Nearly all pizzas are available gluten-free and the kitchen protocols are well-documented.

Excellent gluten-free option with a dedicated oven, knowledgeable staff, and consistently positive reviews from celiac diners. Nearly all pizzas are available gluten-free and the kitchen protocols are well-documented.

Thai

Clear gluten-free labeling and a separate gluten-free menu with several safe options; staff are knowledgeable and responsive to gluten-free needs.

Clear gluten-free labeling and a separate gluten-free menu with several safe options; staff are knowledgeable and responsive to gluten-free needs.

Italian

Extensive gluten-free pasta and pizza options with clear menu labeling and knowledgeable staff; most diners report positive experiences, but flour-heavy kitchen and shared equipment mean higher risk for highly sensitive celiacs.

Extensive gluten-free pasta and pizza options with clear menu labeling and knowledgeable staff; most diners report positive experiences, but flour-heavy kitchen and shared equipment mean higher risk for highly sensitive celiacs.

Indian

Clear gluten-free labeling and many menu items marked 'gf' make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and menu flexibility.

Clear gluten-free labeling and many menu items marked 'gf' make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and menu flexibility.

Cafe / Coffee

Menu items are clearly labeled gluten-free and several breakfast and bowl options are available, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and staff willing to accommodate requests.

Menu items are clearly labeled gluten-free and several breakfast and bowl options are available, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and staff willing to accommodate requests.

Seafood

Clear gluten-free labeling and a solid range of seafood options make this a reliable choice for gluten-free diners, with staff generally knowledgeable and positive recent reviews. No dedicated fryer, so fried items are not safe for celiac, but most grilled and steamed seafood can be ordered gluten-free.

Clear gluten-free labeling and a solid range of seafood options make this a reliable choice for gluten-free diners, with staff generally knowledgeable and positive recent reviews. No dedicated fryer, so fried items are not safe for celiac, but most grilled and steamed seafood can be ordered gluten-free.

Modern American / Afternoon Tea

Gluten-free afternoon tea and breakfast options are clearly labeled, with knowledgeable staff and recent positive celiac experiences.

Gluten-free afternoon tea and breakfast options are clearly labeled, with knowledgeable staff and recent positive celiac experiences.

Italian

Gluten-free pasta and pizza are clearly labeled and well-liked, with staff noted as knowledgeable and recent reviews reporting positive gluten-free experiences.

Gluten-free pasta and pizza are clearly labeled and well-liked, with staff noted as knowledgeable and recent reviews reporting positive gluten-free experiences.

Mexican

Clear gluten-free labeling and a variety of labeled options make Tahona Mercado a solid choice for gluten-free diners; staff are generally knowledgeable, though kitchen protocols are not fully detailed.

Clear gluten-free labeling and a variety of labeled options make Tahona Mercado a solid choice for gluten-free diners; staff are generally knowledgeable, though kitchen protocols are not fully detailed.

Australian-style brunch, Thai dinner

Clear gluten-free labeling and many Thai dishes can be made gluten-free upon request, with positive diner sentiment and menu flexibility. Protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented.

Clear gluten-free labeling and many Thai dishes can be made gluten-free upon request, with positive diner sentiment and menu flexibility. Protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented.

Japanese/Sushi

Clear gluten-free labeling and staff familiarity make Nara a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with several sushi and sashimi options and gluten-free soy sauce available.

Clear gluten-free labeling and staff familiarity make Nara a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with several sushi and sashimi options and gluten-free soy sauce available.

Japanese

Separate gluten-free menu with clear labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; protocols are not fully documented.

Separate gluten-free menu with clear labeling and knowledgeable staff make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; protocols are not fully documented.

Soup, Stew, Mediterranean

Clear gluten-free labeling and several soups and stews marked gluten-free make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; reviews highlight positive experiences and menu transparency.

Clear gluten-free labeling and several soups and stews marked gluten-free make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; reviews highlight positive experiences and menu transparency.

Breakfast/Brunch, American

Menu features several clearly labeled gluten-free options, including frittatas and parfaits, with consistently positive feedback from gluten-free diners.

Menu features several clearly labeled gluten-free options, including frittatas and parfaits, with consistently positive feedback from gluten-free diners.

French / Café

Menu includes gluten-free labeled options and staff are reported as knowledgeable, but there is no dedicated fryer or facility.

Menu includes gluten-free labeled options and staff are reported as knowledgeable, but there is no dedicated fryer or facility.

Japanese-Californian Café

Several clearly labeled gluten-free rice bowls, bentos, and soups make Cassava a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with positive recent feedback and menu transparency. Bread-based items are not gluten-free and substitutions are limited.

Several clearly labeled gluten-free rice bowls, bentos, and soups make Cassava a solid choice for gluten-free diners, with positive recent feedback and menu transparency. Bread-based items are not gluten-free and substitutions are limited.

Contemporary American / Californian

Most of the menu is gluten-free with clear labeling of gluten-containing items, knowledgeable staff, and a dedicated fryer for fried chicken and fries. Some sauces may contain gluten, so detailed communication is needed for strict gluten-free needs.

Most of the menu is gluten-free with clear labeling of gluten-containing items, knowledgeable staff, and a dedicated fryer for fried chicken and fries. Some sauces may contain gluten, so detailed communication is needed for strict gluten-free needs.

Mexican

Menu features clear gluten-free labeling and several viable options, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and fast service.

Menu features clear gluten-free labeling and several viable options, with recent reviews noting positive experiences and fast service.

American

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and a solid range of labeled GF options make this a reliable choice for gluten-free diners; kitchen protocols are not fully detailed.

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and a solid range of labeled GF options make this a reliable choice for gluten-free diners; kitchen protocols are not fully detailed.

New American

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and several main dishes, sides, and a dessert marked gluten-free make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; however, protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented.

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and several main dishes, sides, and a dessert marked gluten-free make this a solid choice for gluten-free diners; however, protocols for cross-contact are not fully documented.

Mediterranean, Salad, Soup

Several gluten-free options are available, including labeled stews and salads, with positive diner sentiment and menu flexibility.

Several gluten-free options are available, including labeled stews and salads, with positive diner sentiment and menu flexibility.

Ukrainian

Cabbage rolls are clearly labeled gluten-free and receive positive feedback, but most menu items contain wheat and gluten-free handling protocols are not well documented.

Cabbage rolls are clearly labeled gluten-free and receive positive feedback, but most menu items contain wheat and gluten-free handling protocols are not well documented.

Italian

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and several well-marked options make AltoVino a solid choice for gluten-free diners, though protocols for cross-contact are not fully detailed.

Clear gluten-free labeling on the menu and several well-marked options make AltoVino a solid choice for gluten-free diners, though protocols for cross-contact are not fully detailed.

Cafe, Pizza

Gluten-free pizza crust is available and clearly labeled, with staff generally knowledgeable and willing to accommodate, but cross-contact protocols and equipment are not fully dedicated, so safety for celiac diners is uncertain.

Gluten-free pizza crust is available and clearly labeled, with staff generally knowledgeable and willing to accommodate, but cross-contact protocols and equipment are not fully dedicated, so safety for celiac diners is uncertain.

Sushi/Japanese

Staff are knowledgeable and can modify most menu items to be gluten-free, with positive recent experiences and clear communication about gluten-free needs.

Staff are knowledgeable and can modify most menu items to be gluten-free, with positive recent experiences and clear communication about gluten-free needs.

Thai

Several menu items are marked gluten-free and many dishes can be adapted, but diner experiences with staff knowledge and consistency are variable.

Several menu items are marked gluten-free and many dishes can be adapted, but diner experiences with staff knowledge and consistency are variable.

Bar / Lounge

A few clearly labeled gluten-free appetizers are available, but overall gluten-free options are limited and protocols are not well documented.

A few clearly labeled gluten-free appetizers are available, but overall gluten-free options are limited and protocols are not well documented.