Looking for gluten-free-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Meli, Himalayan Restaurant and Lowcountry South Loop, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry gluten-free-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best South Loop restaurants with gluten free options. Highly rated spots with authentic gluten free menu items.
South Loop's Premier Gluten Free Destinations
Exploring the South Loop’s diverse dining scene is easy with this collection of premier restaurants offering thoughtful gluten-free menus for every palate. You can enjoy everything from the Mediterranean flavors of Meli and Sofi Restaurant to the robust Indian spices at Chicago Curry House or the savory Italian-American comfort of Flo & Santos and Half Sour. Whether you are in the mood for Mexican staples at Señoritas Cantina or a quick Spanish-inspired bite from Cafecito, these neighborhood gems provide inclusive experiences across a wide range of global cuisines.
17 restaurants in Best South Loop Restaurants with Gluten Free Options | Top Rated
- Meli · rated 4/5: 7 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Himalayan Restaurant: 12 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Lowcountry South Loop: 10 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Mercat a la Planxa: 7 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Fontano's Pizza and Subs: 6 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Sofi Restaurant: 5 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Little Branch Cafe: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Chicago Curry House: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Cafecito: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Mikami: 3 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Half Sour: 2 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Flo & Santos: 2 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Sumi Japanese Restaurant: 2 gluten-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Necessary Coffee: 1 gluten-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Molly's Cupcakes: 1 gluten-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Señoritas Cantina: 1 gluten-free-friendly dish on the menu. Mexican.
- Chicago Waffles: 1 gluten-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
