Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

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CapitolaSanta CruzSoquel

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1. Laili

4.7

Exceptional(2888)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 25 times today

Laili is our expression of love through food and service. We offer a unique menu made up of fusion Afghani Mediterranean items that include kabobs, wraps, flatbreads, pastas, and spiced lamb and chicken dishes as well as delicious vegetarian options.Laili Restaurant "BEST MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT", Good Times 2023, Voted #1Rich Mediterranean Flavors with a Unique Afghan Twist in the Heart of Downtown Santa Cruz.Currently taking reservations for lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome too.Dine in our elegant, secluded, off street patio. Visit our website for event information.

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2. Chocolate the Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(106)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

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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3. Mozaic - Santa Cruz

4.7

Exceptional(479)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

We named our restaurant Mozaic because we wanted to capture the diversity of flavors and culmination of authentic Mediterranean dishes that we offer. We bring together the best of Mediterranean recipes from Greece, Lebanon, Turkey and Sicily, emphasizing Middle Eastern influence. Our menu is hand-crafted after years of experience in the restaurant business knowing what people like. We make every dish completely authentic, utilizing 100 years old techniques that have been passed down through generations to bring you incredible flavor. COME AND TASTE THE DIFFERENCE We seek only the best, local ingredients. We use high-quality meats, like our Australian lamb tenderloin and select only sustainable seafood. Our lavash comes from an authentic Persian bakery. Everyone wants family. Mozaic is a warm and inviting atmosphere where everyone can feel at home. Come enjoy our incredible and lush atmosphere.

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4. Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant - Santa Cruz

4.1

Excellent(44)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

Rosie McCann's Irish Pub is located in Santa Cruz, California and specializes in serving homemade Irish pub fare. The restaurant features a neighborhood bar atmosphere and offers a full-service bar with over 25 beers on tap.Rosie McCann's Irish Pub serves lunch and dinner daily and offers an additional brunch service on weekends. Brunch fare at the restaurant consists of steak and eggs, corned beef hash and eggs, eggs Benedict, buttermilk pancakes and more. Lunch and dinner at Rosie McCann's Irish Pub features a variety of appetizers, salads, soups, entrées, steaks, Irish favorites, grass fed burgers, pasta and sandwiches.

5. la Posta

4.8

Exceptional(2371)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 9 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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6. The View Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1228)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 19 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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7. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2093)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Soquel

Booked 24 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.

8. Suda

4.9

Exceptional(394)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Cruz

Booked 11 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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9. Zelda's on the Beach

4.5

Awesome(565)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Capitola

Booked 3 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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10. Woodstock's Pizza - Santa Cruz

4.6

Exceptional(32)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• 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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Helen
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food! The beef and lamb kabobs and accompanying sauces were delicious!!
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LailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
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4.7
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EddieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
3/28/25 our weekly visit from San Jose. We both got the Oaxacan Chicken Mole dish - always excellent and mini hot loaf, ectasy sundae, chocolate gelato, and Victoria hot chocolate. Excellent service!
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Chocolate the RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Cruz
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4.6
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DougVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The server was not available when we needed him, and the kitchen was quite slow. We are regulars and this was unusual.
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la PostaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Cruz
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4.8
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Sande
San Francisco Bay Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 16, 2025
From the very beginning, we felt welcomed. The proprietor dropped by our table twice to chat and to make sure we weren’t lacking for anything. We shared the generous and tasty mezze platter and then calamari and salad. On prior visits, we have enjoyed their burgers, and wish they would put the lamb burger on regular rotation. It looked like a good place to go as a solo diner to catch a game at the bar This resto has earned a place in our regular rotation.
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Mozaic - Santa CruzPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
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4.7
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ChrisS
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 29, 2024
Great restaurant, nice ambience, good food, great service. Great location, right in downtown, multi Storey parking very close
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Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant - Santa CruzPrice: Moderate• Irish• Santa Cruz
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4.1

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