Best Gluten Free Restaurants in East Village (10009)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Bungalow
High-polish modern Indian built around chef-driven regional storytelling.
Notable Picks
#1
Bungalow
8.5
A modern Indian dining room where a large share of the menu is naturally gluten-free, so you can order across tandoor, kebabs, and lentils without turning dinner into a negotiation. The kitchen’s strengths show most when you mix one smoky charred starter with one slow-cooked “comfort anchor” dish and use the gluten-free roti to keep the table moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Yogurt kebab, Fish with Malvan marinade, Anarkali chicken
What makes it special: High-polish modern Indian built around chef-driven regional storytelling.
8.4
A lively Korean-fusion tapas room where the win is ordering a tight mix of crisp, saucy, and carby small plates that feel built for sharing. Expect a loud, dimly lit vibe and a menu that’s more playful than traditional—great for groups who want to try a lot without committing to a single main.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kimchi paella, Bulgogi-style small plates, Truffle mac-and-cheese bites
What makes it special: Korean-leaning tapas that rewards smart, shareable ordering.
8.3
A gnocchi-first Italian spot where gluten-free diners can still play the hits thanks to a gluten-free gnocchi option, letting you focus on sauce strategy rather than substitutions. The best move is one classic, one punchier or richer sauce, and a simple starter so the table gets contrast instead of a single-note starch parade.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gnocchi trio, Cacio e pepe gnocchi, Fried gnocchi
What makes it special: A private-room-friendly setup built around comfort-first gnocchi plates.
#4
Hearth
8.2
A long-running East Village dining room with a seasonal Italian-American point of view and the kind of kitchen that can usually steer you toward gluten-free-friendly choices without drama. It shines as a composed, full-service meal—start with a bright vegetable plate, move into a hearty main, and let the room’s calm confidence do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
House pasta with pork ragù, Burrata, Olive oil cake
What makes it special: Seasonal Tuscan-American cooking with a polished, relaxed pace.
Worthy Picks
7.7
A dedicated gluten-free bake shop that’s strongest as a quick, high-reward stop when you want dessert without compromise. Treat it like a tasting flight—one chocolate-forward item, one fruit or citrus bar, and one cookie—so you leave with variety instead of sugar fatigue.
Must-Try Dishes:
Banana bread, Flourless chocolate cake, Chocolate chip cookies
What makes it special: A dedicated gluten-free dessert counter with strong chocolate-and-bakery staples.